GST Litigation: What It Means and How Businesses Can Handle GST Disputes
Learn what GST litigation means, why GST disputes happen, common GST notices, appeal-related issues, and how expert guidance can help businesses respond correctly.
Supreme Court Urges Expedited Bail Decisions by Bombay High Court
Introduction: In a recent directive, the Supreme Court called upon the Chief Justice of the Bombay High Court to ensure swift adjudication of bail and anticipatory bail matters. Background: Justices B.R. Gavai and Sandeep Mehta emphasized the need for expeditious resolution of such cases, urging
“Manipur Assembly: Legislative Agenda”
Introduction: The Manipur government, led by Chief Minister N. Biren Singh, is gearing up for significant legislative discussions and policy decisions during the forthcoming assembly session, slated to commence on February 28. These initiatives were disclosed following a cabinet meeting presided over by Chief Minister
Uncovering Tax Evasion: Chhattisgarh’s GST Enforcement Operation
Introduction: On February 22, 2024, the GST enforcement department of Chhattisgarh conducted a targeted operation at manufacturing plants in Urla and Siltara, revealing significant tax evasion practices within the iron and steel production sector. Key Findings: The investigation identified three major companies, Shyam Steel Industries,
“Court Ruling: Burden of Proof in Tax Evasion Cases”
Background: Justice Shekhar B Saraf, in a ruling on the penalty under Section 129 of the Uttar Pradesh Goods and Service Tax Act, 2017, emphasized that while petitioners must demonstrate absence of tax evasion, the burden falls on the department to prove intentional tax evasion
GST Exemption: Government Dredging Services
Introduction: In a recent ruling by the West Bengal Authority for Advance Ruling (AAR), the GST exemption status for dredging services provided to the government was clarified. This ruling, issued in the case of In Re. Dredging and Desiltation Company (P.) (Ltd.), sheds light on
“Supreme Court’s Ruling: Clarifying Appeals Deadline”
Background: Refund Claim: M/s. MPPKVV Co. Ltd. sought a refund of INR 3,83,67,782/- for the period between January 20, 1978, and January 07, 1991. Rejection and Appeals: The Assistant Commissioner rejected the refund on December 28, 2017. The Appellant filed a writ petition before the
“Fairness Upheld: Allahabad HC’s Landmark Flipkart Ruling”
Background: In a recent legal development, the Allahabad High Court has made a significant ruling in a case involving the e-commerce giant Flipkart. This ruling, delivered by Justices Saumitra Dayal Singh and Shiv Shanker Prasad, has drawn attention to the burden of proof in cases
“Curbing Legal Misuse: Allahabad High Court’s Landmark Ruling”
Introduction Overview of the Case: Manmohan Krishna vs State of UP and Another Importance of Upholding Integrity of Legal System Misuse of Laws: A Growing Concern Rising Trend of Filing False Cases Need for Stricter Laws to Deter Misuse Court’s Ruling: Quashing False Cases and
Typographical error in vehicle number- High court decision on penalty
Commentary on the case- In this judgment there was a typographical error in the vehicle number in E-way bill. The documents were cross checked at a check point and there was difference in vehicle number filled in the part B of the E-way bill and
CA Shafaly GirdharwalNon speaking GST order quashed by Delhi high court
Comment The order was issued before hearing the appellant. The order is cryptic and it is template based and doesn’t mention the reason for the demand raised. Details of the case Pleading 1. Petitioner impugns order dated 24.12.2023, whereby Show Cause Notice dated 24.09.2023,
CA Shafaly GirdharwalWrit rejected as appellant need to reply Adjudicating authority first
Comment Writ was rejected by the court. The appellant was asked to first make reply to the adjudicating authority. Details of the case Pleading Challenge has been raised to the adjudication notice issued under Section 73 of the Uttar Pradesh Goods and Services Tax Act,
CA Shafaly GirdharwalDuplicate proceedings for same period not allowed
Comment Duplicate proceedings for same period not allowed The proceedings were already in process. A summon was issued to the taxpayer. Court held that dual proceedings for the same period are not possible. The order was stayed by the court. Details of the case Pleading
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