Delhi CM Rekha Gupta announces release of Rs 1600 crore GST refunds pending since 2019, ahead of Diwali, with a new IT module to fast-track claims.
The Indian Beverage Association has urged the GST Council to reclassify aerated drinks as “food/merit” goods, seeking 18% GST instead of 40%, and lower GST on fruit juices to 5%.
India's GST collections rose to Rs 1.86 lakh crore in August 2025, up 6.5% year-on-year. Net revenue grew 10.7%, with Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Gujarat leading contributions.
DGGI Ahmedabad uncovers Rs 140 crore GST evasion by an online gaming firm; 36 bank accounts attached, Rs 10.6 crore paid, Chinese links under probe.
DGGI Belagavi busts fake GST invoice fraud worth Rs 145 crore with Rs 43 crore tax evasion; one accused arrested, shell firms and forged documents seized.
ICAI suggests reforms in GST covering ITC, refunds, registration, and e-way bills to ease compliance and reduce litigation.
Muzaffarnagar police uncovered a Rs 1,300 crore GST scam using fake e-way bills and forged documents. Two arrested; GST dept launches full probe.
The GoM on GST compensation cess is divided. Options include continuing the levy or moving items to regular GST rates. Final decision due by Oct 31.
The GST Council may raise GST on premium EVs up to 28%, while affordable EVs and buses retain a 5% rate. Final decision expected on Sept 3-4.
Flipkart faces a preliminary GST probe by DGGI for allegedly misclassifying marketplace fees as transport charges to reduce tax liability, says report.
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