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.
Ahead of the 2026-27 Union Budget, Indian MSMEs demand better credit access, simplified GST norms, and protection from forex risks. Key proposals aim to bolster micro units facing external shocks.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Tax professionals in Madhya Pradesh seek a 3-month extension for GSTR-9 & 9C filing for FY 2024-25, citing late form release and technical glitches. Read why they argue it's crucial for compliance.
Samsung and LG's new Micro RGB TVs challenge OLED dominance with superior brightness and colour. Discover which technology suits your living room best in 2026.
Starting April 2025, term insurance premiums will be GST-free. Learn how this tax change impacts your financial planning and boosts insurance affordability in India.
LG previews its Micro RGB evo TV with RGB backlighting, aiming to fix LCD colour limits. Will it challenge OLED and Mini LED? Full details on specs and claims.
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.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announces customs simplification as the next major reform, following GST and income tax rationalisation to boost consumption and put cash in common man's hands.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announces a major overhaul of India's customs duty regime, focusing on rate rationalisation, transparency, and reducing official discretion. Read the full plan.
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.
A 27-year-old accountant from Bihar was arrested in Noida for generating fake invoices worth Rs 11 crore and fraudulently claiming Rs 2 crore in GST refunds. Read the full investigation details.
More than 40 induction furnace industrialists in Ludhiana receive GST notices for alleged bogus billing. The industry association plans to challenge the move, citing procedural flaws.
Andhra Pradesh sees a 4.6% drop in net GST collections for November 2025 following GST 2.0 rate cuts. Chief Commissioner Babu Ahmed cites lower yields despite volume growth. Read the full analysis.
Rajya Sabha returned the Manipur GST bill to Lok Sabha, with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman highlighting its benefits. The opposition staged a walkout during the discussion.