Govt to HC: Judicial GST direction violates Constitution
Centre tells Delhi High Court that directing a GST cut on air purifiers would breach separation of powers. Hearing on PIL seeking reduction from 18% to 5% adjourned to Jan 9.
Centre tells Delhi High Court that directing a GST cut on air purifiers would breach separation of powers. Hearing on PIL seeking reduction from 18% to 5% adjourned to Jan 9.
Punjab's tax department imposes a penalty of over Rs 13 lakh on IndiGo for GST-related discrepancies for FY 2021-22. Details on the penalty and airline's response inside.
The Central government has opposed a plea to reduce GST on air purifiers, arguing it's a 'calculated' move. The Delhi High Court will hear the matter next in February 2026.
The Centre has deferred lowering GST on air purifiers, citing a detailed statutory process. The Delhi High Court, however, questioned the high cost and highlighted nationwide public health implications of air pollution.
The Centre told Delhi High Court it cannot order a GST reduction on air purifiers, warning judicial intervention would breach the Constitution's basic structure. The next hearing is on January 9.
The Centre tells Delhi High Court that reducing GST on air purifiers could open a 'Pandora's box' of demands. What does this mean for consumers and manufacturers? Read the full analysis.
India's economy shows robust post-Covid recovery with 8.2% GDP growth in Q2 2025-26. RBI revises full-year estimate to 7.3% as inflation stays benign. Read the full analysis.
Amit Mitra, advisor to CM Mamata Banerjee, says GST has lost its purpose, strangling MSMEs with complexity. He reveals 955 notifications and a ₹2 lakh crore bleed. Read the full critique.
BJP Punjab general secretary Anil Sarin alleges AAP government created an atmosphere of fear and loot in Punjab under GST. Claims of 16% revenue rise are deceptive, he says. Read the full details.
Delhi High Court criticizes Centre for 18% GST on air purifiers during severe pollution, calls it a 'health emergency'. Court directs GST Council to meet urgently. Read more.
Delhi High Court directs GST Council to urgently reconsider 18% tax on air purifiers, calling them a necessity in the city's severe pollution emergency. Read the full story.
Delhi High Court directs GST Council to urgently consider lowering GST on air purifiers from 18% to 5%, highlighting severe health risks from breathing polluted air 21,000 times a day.
Delhi High Court directs GST Council to urgently meet and consider reducing GST rates on air purifiers as city battles hazardous air pollution levels. Read the latest developments.
Punjab's GST collections surge 16% to Rs 17,860 crore till November. Excise revenue also rises 8.64%. FM Cheema credits tech-driven enforcement & OTS scheme for boosting state finances.
A new report highlights how the GST 2.0 reforms were pivotal in driving domestic consumption and economic expansion in 2025. Discover the key findings and future roadmap.
Nagpur police book three for allegedly defrauding govt of ₹25 lakh via fraudulent GST input tax credit claims using fake documents. Details of the case under BNS & MGST Act inside.
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Learn how to verify a GSTIN in India to prevent fraudulent payments and loss of Input Tax Credit. Follow our simple guide using official government portals.
Thane police register a case against four individuals for allegedly creating eight fake GST firms and fraudulently claiming over Rs 22 crore in input tax credit. No arrests made yet. Details inside.
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India's net direct tax collections grew 8% to Rs 17.05 lakh crore till Dec 17, boosted by a sharp 13.5% fall in refunds. Advance tax up 4.27%. Read the full analysis.
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Government uncovers 489 bogus GST registrations using forged IDs, evading Rs 3,000 crore. Data analytics drive intensifies against tax fraud networks. Read the full report.
Government detects 489 fake GST registrations using forged PAN & Aadhaar, leading to ₹3,000+ crore tax evasion. Learn about the crackdown and new safety measures.
India's Q2 GDP growth stunned at 8.2% despite data concerns, while GST collections moderated post-rate cuts. FDI inflows from the US soared 157%, but industrial production hit a 14-month low. Dive into the key numbers.
Karnataka's GST collection growth moderated to 3% in October after a 10% surge in September. Analysts attribute the drop to post-festive normalization. Read more on the state's revenue trends.