New Income Tax Bill Report Key Highlights & Taxpayer Impact

16 Jul, 2025

Summary The bill could overhaul the 1961 Act with simplified, modern tax provisions. Here’s what Indian taxpayers, professionals, and businesses should know. New Income Tax Bill: What Indian Taxpayers Should Expect The New Income Tax Bill is inching closer to reality. This blog explains what’s on the table, how it could affect your taxes, and […]

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Gameskraft GST Case Supreme Court Hearing on July 25

16 Jul, 2025

Gameskraft GST Case: What’s at Stake in Supreme Court’s July 25 Hearing? The Gameskraft GST case has become the defining legal battle for India’s online gaming industry. On July 25, 2025, the Supreme Court will reserve its judgment on whether massive retrospective GST demands on gaming platforms are legally valid. This hearing comes after years […]

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GST Council Meeting August 2025 What to Expect

16 Jul, 2025

GST Council Meeting August 2025: Key Agenda Likely to Be Discussed The GST Council is likely to convene its next meeting in August 2025, following the conclusion of the Monsoon Session of Parliament. The GST Council Meeting August 2025 is expected to address pending rate rationalisation, key legislative changes from the 53rd Council Meeting, and […]

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Madras High Court on GST Time Limits Section 168A Held Invalid

16 Jul, 2025

Intro:The Madras High Court has ruled that GST time extension notifications under Section 168A cannot override the Supreme Court’s COVID-related exclusion of limitation periods. This decision holds major implications for GST refund claims, adjudications, and appeals filed during the pandemic years. Background: What Is Section 168A of CGST Act? Section 168A was inserted in 2020 […]

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Trust Registration under Section 12AB ITAT Clarifies Document Submission Rule

16 Jul, 2025

ITAT Ruling on Trust Registration under Section 12AB Trust registration under Section 12AB of the Income Tax Act is crucial for claiming exemption under Sections 11 and 12. But what happens if the application lacks a few documents? Can it be outright rejected? A recent ITAT Chennai Bench ruling brings clarity to this compliance dilemma. […]

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28% GST on Online Gaming Supreme Court Hearing Update

16 Jul, 2025

28% GST on Online Gaming: Where the Supreme Court Battle Stands The issue of 28% GST on online gaming is back in the spotlight. On July 25, 2025, the Supreme Court of India will hold a final hearing in the landmark Gameskraft case. At stake: whether online gaming companies must pay 28% GST on full […]

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Milk Processing is Manufacturing, Not a Service under GST

16 Jul, 2025

Milk Processing is Manufacturing: CBEC Clarifies GST Classification The focus keyphrase milk processing GST has sparked debates since the service tax era. But as clarified by the CBEC and upheld in multiple judicial forums, activities like chilling, pasteurising, and packing of milk fall under manufacturing, not business auxiliary service. This blog breaks down the issue […]

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CBIC Eases Steel Import Norms for Integrated Steel Plants

16 Jul, 2025

Steel Import Norms Relaxed Key Exemptions from CBIC In a move to simplify logistics and reduce compliance burdens, CBIC has eased steel import norms for integrated steel plants and certain large-volume importers. This step, announced via CBIC Instruction dated 09 July 2025, addresses bottlenecks faced by the steel sector due to testing requirements at ports. […]

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GST revamp cleared by PMO What to expect from the 56th GST Council

16 Jul, 2025

GST Revamp Cleared by PMO: Keyphrase in First 50 WordsThe GST revamp cleared by PMO has set the stage for a potentially transformative 56th GST Council Meeting. With the Prime Minister’s Office giving a go-ahead, expectations are high for structural changes in GST slabs, compliance burden reduction, and dispute resolution reforms. Here’s what taxpayers should […]

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India’s Exports Rise in Q1 FY26 Key Tax and Trade Insights

16 Jul, 2025

India’s Exports Rise in Q1 FY26 What Taxpayers and Businesses Must Know India’s exports rise by 5.94% in Q1 of FY 2025–26, signalling recovery in global demand and strong domestic performance in key sectors like electronics, pharmaceuticals, and marine products. This growth is not just a trade headline—it’s a sign for exporters, consultants, and small […]

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