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What is GSTIN?

  Taxblock    15 October 2021 at 09:55

Every business that operates in a state or union territory is assigned with a unique Goods and Services Tax Identification Number, which is generally known as GSTIN.



Notices and appeal under GST

  Taxblock    14 October 2021 at 10:23

A notice can be named as a show cause notice, scrutiny notice or demand notice. This depends on the objective of the notice and the gravity of default or any action which is required from a taxpayer.



GST Return Filing

  Taxblock    14 October 2021 at 10:23

GST Return Filing is a compulsory process for every person who has a business and is registered under the GST Act. It is a very critical activity and a link between the government and the person who is paying the tax.



Basic overview of CGST, SGST, IGST and UTGST

  Taxblock    07 October 2021 at 09:27

There were multiple taxes before GST such as Central Excise, Service Tax and State VAT etc. whereas under GST there is only one tax with three different components i.e., CGST, SGST and IGST.



Section 194N: TDS on heavy cash withdrawal from Banks / Post Offices

  Taxblock    07 October 2021 at 09:27

With the amendment in Finance Act, 2020 section 194N was amended by substituting 83A which imposes 2% TDS on withdrawal of sum exceeding Rs.1 crore. This section has come into effect from 1st July 2020.



What is an SEZ, tax & trade implications on companies located in SEZ?

  Taxblock    04 October 2021 at 09:38

A Special Economic Zone (SEZ) is a zone wherein businesses enjoy simpler tax and easier legal difficulties. It is located in a country’s national borders only, but they are treated as foreign territory for tax purpose.



Vlogging New Industries and Tax Applicability on Vlogging

  Taxblock    30 September 2021 at 09:36

If you are pursuing YouTube as your full time profession, you will be taxed under Income from Business or Profession. If it’s a part time earning, the income will be taxable under Income from Other Sources.



Understanding Loans, Types of Loans For Individuals & Businesses and Tax Benefits around Them

  Taxblock    30 September 2021 at 09:36

Business loan interest is eligible for exemption, however, the principal amount of the loan is not provided with any tax benefit. The interest is usually deducted from gross income.



Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana Scheme and its Tax Benefits

  Taxblock    30 September 2021 at 09:36

Investments made under Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana Scheme are eligible for deduction under Section 80C. The interest accrued on the investment is also eligible for tax exemption.



GST department not allowed to collect any tax/ interest/ penalty without issuance of notice u/s 74(1)

  Taxblock    28 September 2021 at 09:35

Telangana High Court gave a decision in the case of Deem Distributors Private Ltd Vs Union of India, in which the GST department will not be allowed to collect any Tax/Interest/Penalty without the issuance of notice under section 74(1) of the Goods and Service Tax Act, 2017.