Notice issued with a delay of 2 Minutes: Reassessment Proceeding quashed by Delhi HC

Notice issued with a delay of 2 Minutes: Reassessment Proceeding quashed by Delhi HC   In a twist that could rival the tension of a cricket match’s last over, the Delhi High Court recently quashed a reassessment notice—issued just two minutes beyond the deadline. Who would’ve thought that two minutes could make such a big… […]

Benami Transactions: Demonetized currency retained monetary value for conversion within prescribed timelines and so it is “property” under the BPTA

Benami Transactions: Demonetized currency retained monetary value for conversion within prescribed timelines and so it is “property” under the BPTA   Recently, Appellate Tribunal delivered a judgement on November 5, 2024, in case of Nitin Gupta vs. IO, Delhi highlights crucial aspects of the Prohibition of Benami Property Transactions Act, 1988 (PBPT Act), particularly concerning… […]

Whether negative blocking of credit ledger is allowed via the CGST Act, 2017?

Whether negative blocking of credit ledger is allowed via the CGST Act, 2017? While the above stated issue, is no longer res integra, however, the Madras High Court in the case of TVL. Skanthaguru Innovations Pvt. Ltd. v/s CTO [2024-VIL-1296-MAD] has recently issued a judgment that deviates from the following decisions- A) M/s. Amit Metaliks… […]

Key CGST Rules regarding ITC reversal and apportionment – Rule 37, 39, 42 & 43.

Key CGST Rules regarding ITC reversal and apportionment – Rule 37, 39, 42 & 43.   The Central Goods and Services Tax (CGST) Rules form the backbone of India’s GST framework, ensuring transparency and clarity in tax compliance. Here is a compilation of some critical rules to understand its applicability: 1. Rule 37: Reversal of… […]

GST & MSME Compliance: A short overview of the Common Mistakes

GST & MSME Compliance: A short overview of the Common Mistakes 1. Payment to Vendors Within 180 Days: If payment to your vendor isn’t made within 180 days of the invoice date, you must reverse the ITC utilised in the GSTR-3B of the due date immediately following. Important distinction: • ITC availed: Credit available in… […]

Some important issues in Direct Tax Vivad se Vishwas Scheme:

Some important issues in Direct Tax Vivad se Vishwas Scheme:   Introduction: The Direct Tax Vivad Se Vishwas Scheme, 2024, announced in the Union Budget 2024-25 and effective from October 1, 2024, aims to resolve pending tax disputes by allowing taxpayers to settle their cases at reduced amounts. Some pertinent issues discussed in QnA: 1…. […]