92 Daily Revenue Orders in Kochi, 50% for Loan Defaults
Kochi district issues an average of 92 revenue recovery orders daily. Nearly half target bank loan defaulters, while others are for unpaid taxes. Learn the causes and impact.
Category : GST & Taxation
ITAT Restores NRI Appeal After 621-Day Email Error
Ahmedabad ITAT restores an NRI's tax appeal despite a 621-day delay, citing notices sent to a wrong email address. The ruling highlights the need for accuracy in the faceless appeals process. Read more.
Hyderabad: 3 New Tax Divisions Proposed for Better Administration
Telangana's commercial taxes department plans to create three new divisions in Shamshabad, Sangareddy, and Jubilee Hills/Gachibowli to decentralize administration and strengthen tax collection. Read more.
2026 Tax Season: New OBBB Rules, Refund Dates, Tips
Get ready for the 2026 tax season with major changes under the One, Big, Beautiful Bill. Learn about new deductions, refund timelines, and how to file early for faster returns. Essential reading for all taxpayers.
Sitharaman: Customs overhaul is govt's next big reform focus
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman signals a major customs framework simplification for easier compliance. Announcements likely in Budget 2026. Read more on India's economic plans.
Tax Revenues Jump 30%, But Spending Still Outruns Income
India's tax revenues soared 30% in the first half of FY25, yet government expenditure grew faster, widening the fiscal deficit. Explore the details and implications for the economy.
Customs simplification next big reform, says Nirmala Sitharaman
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.
Karnataka GST growth moderates to 3% in October
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.
LS Clears 25% Cess on Pan Masala, Tobacco Products
Lok Sabha passes bill imposing a 25% National Security and Health Cess on pan masala and tobacco. The move aims to curb consumption and fund public health initiatives. Read the full details.
Advance Tax Rules: Exemptions, Deadlines for FY 2025-26
Understand India's advance tax rules for FY 2025-26. Know payment deadlines, key exemptions for senior citizens & salaried, and how to avoid penal interest. Plan your taxes now.
New Tobacco Tax Regime Targets Pan Masala Variants
FM Nirmala Sitharaman explains new Health & National Security Cess to replace GST compensation levy. Bill aims to stop tax evasion on pan masala, secure funds for public health and defence. Read more.
Lok Sabha Passes Bill for Cess on Pan Masala Units
Lok Sabha approves bill imposing cess on pan masala and tobacco products. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman assures states of revenue sharing to compensate for GST loss. Key step for public health funding.
Lok Sabha Passes Bill for Cess on Pan Masala, Tobacco
The Lok Sabha has passed a bill to collect a 10% cess on pan masala and tobacco products. The funds will support health initiatives and national security. Learn about the key provisions and financial impact.
Vedanta Fights ₹1,308 Cr Tax Claim in Delhi HC
Vedanta moves Delhi High Court against tax department's ₹1,308 crore GAAR claim over Mauritius holding structure. Court halts coercive action until Dec 18 hearing. Read the full details.
Sitharaman: New Cess on Pan Masala, Not Essential Goods
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman clarifies the new Health and National Security Cess will only tax demerit goods like pan masala. Revenue to fund health schemes and security. Opposition raises concerns over MSME impact.
Parliament Approves Excise Duty on Tobacco Bill
The Indian Parliament has approved a bill to impose excise duty on tobacco. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman addressed the Rajya Sabha, detailing the legislation's aspects and responding to queries. Read the full story.
Central Excise Amendment Bill 2025 Passed by Parliament
Parliament has approved the Central Excise Amendment Bill, 2025, raising excise duty on tobacco products. The move aims to boost revenue and curb consumption. Read the full details and implications here.
New Cess on Pan Masala Proposed in Lok Sabha
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman introduced a bill for a new cess on pan masala production. The revenue will fund health and security initiatives and be shared with states. Read the details.
Income Tax Refunds Face Unusual Delays This Year
CBDT data shows personal income-tax refunds have fallen sharply. Experts cite late ITR forms, increased verification, and processing constraints. Learn what taxpayers can do.
Ludhiana Furnace Units Hit by GST Notices Over Bogus Billing
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.
Lok Sabha Passes Tobacco Excise Duty Bill
Lok Sabha approves Central Excise Bill to tax tobacco. Finance Minister says revenue will go to divisible pool, with 41% for states. Opposition criticizes move as filling fiscal gap.
New Income Tax Building in Gurgaon to Open April 2026
Gurgaon's new Income Tax building in Sector 29, operational from April 2026, will centralize all units, boosting efficiency and taxpayer convenience. Learn about the key features and benefits.
Govt clarifies tobacco levy is excise duty, not a new cess
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman clarified in Lok Sabha that the tobacco levy is an excise duty, not a new cess. The move aims to keep cigarettes unaffordable and revenue will be shared with states.
Lok Sabha Passes Bill on Tobacco Excise Duty
The Lok Sabha has passed a crucial bill to amend excise duty rates on tobacco and its products. This legislative move aims to update the Central Excise Act, 1944. Read for details and implications.
Sitharaman calls for global tax cooperation on digital economy
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman calls for international tax transparency to tackle digital economy & crypto assets. Highlights India's improved tax compliance. Read more.
I-T probes Hyderabad biryani chain suppliers in tax evasion case
Income Tax department expands Hyderabad biryani tax evasion probe to rice & meat suppliers. Officials uncover weight manipulation & ₹600 crore unaccounted income. Read the full investigation details.
Andhra Pradesh GST Revenue Declines 4.6% in Nov 2025
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.
Manipur GST Bill Passed in Rajya Sabha
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.
GST Cut Backfires on Ludhiana's Bicycle Industry
Ludhiana's bicycle sector faces a worsening crisis as a GST reduction to 5% exacerbates an inverted duty structure, blocking working capital and threatening small units. Industry demands urgent reform.
Chandigarh GST up 6% in Nov 2025, Rs 243 Crore Collected
Chandigarh's GST revenue grew 6% to Rs 243 crore in November 2025 compared to last year. However, October saw a 4% dip. Explore the city's tax collection trends and economic implications.
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