GST Return Filing Now Barred After Three-Year Deadline

05 Nov, 2024

Introduction In a significant policy update, the GST department has imposed a new restriction that bars taxpayers from filing GST returns after a three-year period from the due date. This change, effective from October 1, 2023, and implemented under the Finance Act, 2023, aims to streamline the Goods and Services Tax (GST) system by ensuring […]

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GST Registration Cannot Be Cancelled Due to Temporary Ill Health

05 Nov, 2024

Introduction The Delhi High Court recently ruled that a temporary suspension of business activities due to health issues does not warrant the cancellation of GST registration. This ruling provides relief to small business owners facing personal health crises. It also brings clarity on how temporary absences are treated under Goods and Services Tax (GST) laws. […]

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GST Amnesty Scheme 2024: Waiver on Interest and Penalties Explained

04 Nov, 2024

Introduction The Government of India has introduced a new GST Amnesty Scheme under Section 128A of the Central Goods and Services Tax (CGST) Act, 2017. Starting from November 1, 2024, this scheme provides relief to taxpayers by waiving interest and penalties related to GST demands from the financial years 2017-18 to 2019-20. This initiative is […]

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Banks Curb Credit Card Issuances Amid Rising Delinquencies

03 Nov, 2024

Introduction As the festive season unfolds, credit card issuances by banks are taking a significant hit due to rising delinquencies in the unsecured lending segment. Amid the surge in festival spending, banks have adopted a cautious stance, resulting in a sharp decline in new credit card disbursements. This trend reflects growing concerns over increasing default […]

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ChatGPT Search vs Google: A Shift in Informational Searches

03 Nov, 2024

In a digital world dominated by Google Search, it’s hard to imagine a contender that could challenge its supremacy. However, recent updates to the ChatGPT search feature seem to be altering this landscape. This blog delves into the competition between Google and OpenAI’s ChatGPT Search, offering insights into why Google might need to look over […]

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October GST Collections See Healthy Rise Despite Slower Consumer Spending

01 Nov, 2024

October 2024 saw Goods and Services Tax (GST) collections in India reach Rs 1.87 lakh crore, reflecting an 8.9% year-on-year growth compared to the same month in 2023. While these collections stayed above Rs 1.7 lakh crore for the eighth consecutive month, they also marked a six-month high, showcasing resilience in India’s economic activity amid […]

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Temporary Suspension of Business Activity Doesn’t Justify GST Registration Cancellation: Delhi High Court

30 Oct, 2024

Introduction In a significant ruling that upholds taxpayer rights, the Delhi High Court recently emphasized that a temporary suspension of business activity due to health reasons cannot justify the cancellation of GST registration. This judgment is a crucial step towards ensuring that tax authorities exercise their powers reasonably and do not unfairly impact taxpayers’ livelihoods. […]

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GST Return Filing Now Barred After Three Years from Due Date

30 Oct, 2024

The Goods and Services Tax (GST) department has introduced a significant rule change: taxpayers will no longer be able to file their GST returns after a three-year period from the original due date. This update applies to returns such as GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, GSTR-4, GSTR-5, GSTR-5A, GSTR-6, GSTR-7, GSTR-8, and GSTR-9. The new policy is set […]

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Nearly 50 More Offshore Firms Register for GST

30 Oct, 2024

Introduction In recent months, an additional 40-50 offshore entities have registered with Indian GST authorities following investigations into tax non-compliance related to Online Information and Database Access or Retrieval (OIDAR) services. This development is expected to boost GST revenue by several hundred crores, according to official sources. The ongoing initiative is part of a broader […]

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Massive Rs 8,000 Crore GST Scam Involves 246 Fake Companies Across 13 States

29 Oct, 2024

Introduction A shocking GST scam worth between Rs 5,000 crore and Rs 8,000 crore has surfaced. It involves 246 fake companies spread across 13 states in India. The alleged mastermind is a 50-year-old man named Asraf Ibrahim Kalawadiya from Surat. Authorities have arrested Kalawadiya in March 2024, and he is now in judicial custody. The […]

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