GST News

GST Council Contemplates Pan-India Biometric Authentication Rollout for Registration, Says CBIC Chief

05 February 2024 at 09:18

In a significant move to combat fraudulent practices in GST registration, the GST Council is considering a proposal to make biometric-based Aadhaar authentication mandatory pan-India for individuals deemed suspicious, seeking GST registration

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DGGI Unearths 1,700 Fraudulent ITC Cases Worth Rs 18,000 Crore; 98 Arrests in FY 2023-24

05 February 2024 at 09:14

DGGI detects 1,700 fraudulent ITC cases involving Rs. 18,000 crore with 98 arrests in Financial Year 2023-24 (up to December 2023)

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Maharashtra GST Dept Unveils Guidelines for SGST Reimbursement on Movie Tickets

03 February 2024 at 09:21

The Maharashtra GST Department has issued Trade Circular No. 01T of 2024 dated January 29, 2024. The circular outlines a comprehensive procedure for the submission and processing of refund applications concerning the reimbursement of the SGST component.

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GST Revenue Hits Record Rs 1.72 Lakh Crore during Jan 2024, Surges by 10.4% YoY

01 February 2024 at 08:43

1,72,129 crore gross GST revenue collected during January 2024; records 10.4% Year-on-Year growth

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GST Officials Urged to Ditch Public Emails For Official Communication Amid Rising Phishing Threats

30 January 2024 at 15:23

CBIC Issues Circular Mandating Transition to Gov.in/Nic.in Email IDs for Customs & GST OfficialsIn a move aimed at bolstering cybersecurity measures, the office of the Directorate General of Systems & Data Management of the central government

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GST Evasion: Chandigarh Immigration Firms Face Scrutiny

30 January 2024 at 09:20

In a proactive move to curb potential tax evasion, six teams from the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Department recently conducted raids on multiple immigration firms in the city.

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GTRI Urges CBIC to Simplify Notifications for Enhanced Industry Understanding

29 January 2024 at 09:06

In a bid to enhance industry understanding and compliance, the Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI) has urged CBIC to simplify the complex language used in its notifications regarding customs duties.

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CBI Nabs GST Superintendent in Rourkela for Alleged Bribe Demand of Rs 50,000

27 January 2024 at 09:10

In a significant development, a senior GST officer, identified as Superintendent of GST - Amarkant Kumar, has been apprehended by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in Rourkela, Odisha.

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Goa Cabinet Approves GST Amendments for Clarity on Casino and Online Gaming Taxation

27 January 2024 at 09:09

In a significant development, the cabinet has granted approval for amending the Goa Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017, to address ambiguities in the taxability of casinos, horse racing, and online gaming.

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