IT Department Appeals to Bombay HC Against LIC in Rs 5K crore Tax Cases



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The Income Tax Authority has lodged an appeal with the Bombay High Court challenging a recent decision by the Income Tax Appellate Tribunal. This tribunal had granted the Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) tax relief in two separate cases, totalling nearly £5,000 crore. The appeal, filed by the Principal Commissioner of Income Tax, Mumbai, concerns tax claims for the Assessment Year 2014. This legal challenge follows recent penalty notices received by LIC from GST officials, although the insurer maintains these disputes will not materially affect its financial position.

The Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) is currently grappling with an appeal filed by the Income Tax Authority with the Bombay High Court, challenging the Income Tax Appellate Tribunals recent decision to grant the insurance giant tax relief in two disputes, totaling a significant Rs 4,993 crore. The
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FAQ :

The Income Tax Department is appealing against a decision by the Income Tax Appellate Tribunal that granted LIC tax relief in two tax disputes.

The total amount in dispute across the two cases is £4,993 crore.

The appeal is being heard by the Bombay High Court.

LIC received the communication regarding the appeal on 17 October 2023.

LIC has stated that these litigations will not have a material adverse effect on the corporation's financial position and results of operations.

Yes, LIC recently received income tax penalty notices from GST officials amounting to £290 crore and £84 crore in September and October.




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