HDFC Life, Bajaj Allianz among 15 insurance companies found to evade Rs 2350 crore GST


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GST authorities have identified 15 insurance companies, such as HDFC Life and Bajaj Allianz, accused of evading a staggering Rs 2,350 crore in Goods and Services Tax. The probe focused on fraudulent input tax credit claims. While Rs 700 crore has already been recovered, show-cause notices are being issued to the implicated firms. This investigation is part of a broader effort by the government to tackle GST evasion, which also includes scrutiny of online gaming companies and measures like Aadhaar verification for registrations.

According to a report, 15 insurance companies, including HDFC Life Insurance, Bajaj Allianz, and Aditya Birla Sun Life Insurance, have been found to evade Rs 2,350 crore of goods and services tax (GST). The investigation by GST authorities focused on detecting fake input tax credit claims that lacked the underlying supply of goods and services. The list of companies investigated includes both life and general insurance providers, as well as some public sector insurers. The investigation on th
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FAQ :

Fifteen insurance companies, including HDFC Life Insurance, Bajaj Allianz, and Aditya Birla Sun Life Insurance, are reportedly involved.

The total amount of GST evaded by these companies is estimated to be Rs 2,350 crore.

The investigation centred on detecting fake input tax credit claims where the underlying supply of goods and services was absent.

Yes, Rs 700 crore has been recovered so far as a result of the investigation.

Yes, GST authorities are also investigating online gaming companies for potential GST evasion.

The government is identifying and acting against fake registrations, and implementing OTP-based Aadhaar verification and biometric authentication for registrations in high-risk cases.




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