GST News

Accountant Hacks GST Portal of Greater Noida Firm, Steals Rs 1.80 Crore via Fake Invoices

07 August 2025 at 09:19

Accountant in Greater Noida booked for siphoning off Rs 1.80 crore using fake GST invoices worth Rs 10 crore. Fraud detected during audit; FIR filed under cheating, forgery & cybercrime laws.

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Parliamentary Panel Urges Finance Ministry to Expedite GSTAT Bench Appointments Across India

07 August 2025 at 09:06

A parliamentary panel has urged the Finance Ministry to adopt a time-bound plan to operationalise GSTAT benches nationwide, citing delays in member appointments and their impact on GST dispute resolution.

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Over 91,000 GST Evasion & 44,000 ITC Fraud Cases Detected in 5 Years, Says Finance Ministry

06 August 2025 at 09:17

The Finance Ministry informed Lok Sabha that while GST collections have largely met targets from FY21 to FY25, tax evasion cases surged to over 91,000, with Rs 7.08 lakh crore detected. Measures like e-invoicing and Project Anveshan aim to curb fraud.

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GST on LIC Premiums: No Reduction Yet, GoM Seeks More Time

06 August 2025 at 09:03

The Government is reviewing GST on LIC premiums, with no final decision yet. A Group of Ministers is evaluating the matter and their upcoming report may lead to possible tax relief for life insurance policyholders.

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GST Council may Offer Amnesty to Small Vendors Flagged via UPI Data: Tax Commissioner

06 August 2025 at 08:50

GST Council may grant amnesty from interest and penalties to small vendors flagged through UPI data, says Central Tax Commissioner Kotraswamy M.

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Centre Appoints 31 Technical and 52 Judicial Members to GSTAT Across India

06 August 2025 at 08:41

Govt of India appoints 83 members to GST Appellate Tribunal, aiming to fast-track GST dispute resolution and enhance judicial and technical expertise.

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Nagpur Trader Arrested for Rs 33.93 Crore Fake ITC Scam Under MGST Act

05 August 2025 at 09:07

Maharashtra GST Dept. arrests Nagpur trader Mahesh Keshwani for availing Rs 33.93 crore fake ITC using bogus invoices from cancelled GST registrations. Judicial custody till Aug 14.

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Traders in Gujarat Allege Misuse of GST Inspection Powers by Officials

05 August 2025 at 08:58

Traders in Gujarat allege misuse of Section 67(1) of the GST Act by officials for harassment and extortion. Ahmedabad Traders' Federation demands reforms and protection for small businesses.

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CGST Delhi South Busts Rs 47.12 Crore Fake ITC Racket in Iron & Steel Trade

05 August 2025 at 08:45

The CGST Delhi South Commissionerate has busted a Rs 47.12 crore Fake ITC racket in the iron and steel sector. A Naraina-based trader was arrested for availing bogus ITC using fake invoices and cancelled GSTINs without the actual supply of goods.

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Fake E-Way Bills Generated Using Empty Vehicles in Hyderabad

04 August 2025 at 09:04

The Commercial Taxes Department in Hyderabad uncovered GST fraud involving fake e-way bills and empty vehicles. Fraudsters used immobilized cars and staged photos to evade tax. FIRs expected.

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