IndiGo fined Rs 13 lakh for GST issues in Punjab
Punjab's tax department imposes a penalty of over Rs 13 lakh on IndiGo for GST-related discrepancies for FY 2021-22. Details on the penalty and airline's response inside.
Punjab's tax department imposes a penalty of over Rs 13 lakh on IndiGo for GST-related discrepancies for FY 2021-22. Details on the penalty and airline's response inside.
India's air conditioner market braces for price changes in 2026 due to stricter BEE energy norms and a GST rate cut. Will costs rise or fall? Get the full analysis here.
The Central government has opposed a plea to reduce GST on air purifiers, arguing it's a 'calculated' move. The Delhi High Court will hear the matter next in February 2026.
The Centre has deferred lowering GST on air purifiers, citing a detailed statutory process. The Delhi High Court, however, questioned the high cost and highlighted nationwide public health implications of air pollution.
The Centre told Delhi High Court it cannot order a GST reduction on air purifiers, warning judicial intervention would breach the Constitution's basic structure. The next hearing is on January 9.
The Centre tells Delhi High Court that reducing GST on air purifiers could open a 'Pandora's box' of demands. What does this mean for consumers and manufacturers? Read the full analysis.
Amit Mitra, advisor to CM Mamata Banerjee, says GST has lost its purpose, strangling MSMEs with complexity. He reveals 955 notifications and a ₹2 lakh crore bleed. Read the full critique.
BJP Punjab general secretary Anil Sarin alleges AAP government created an atmosphere of fear and loot in Punjab under GST. Claims of 16% revenue rise are deceptive, he says. Read the full details.
Delhi High Court criticizes Centre for 18% GST on air purifiers during severe pollution, calls it a 'health emergency'. Court directs GST Council to meet urgently. Read more.
Delhi High Court directs GST Council to urgently reconsider 18% tax on air purifiers, calling them a necessity in the city's severe pollution emergency. Read the full story.
Delhi High Court directs GST Council to urgently consider lowering GST on air purifiers from 18% to 5%, highlighting severe health risks from breathing polluted air 21,000 times a day.
Delhi High Court directs GST Council to urgently meet and consider reducing GST rates on air purifiers as city battles hazardous air pollution levels. Read the latest developments.
A new report highlights how the GST 2.0 reforms were pivotal in driving domestic consumption and economic expansion in 2025. Discover the key findings and future roadmap.
Nagpur police book three for allegedly defrauding govt of ₹25 lakh via fraudulent GST input tax credit claims using fake documents. Details of the case under BNS & MGST Act inside.
Learn how to verify a GSTIN in India to prevent fraudulent payments and loss of Input Tax Credit. Follow our simple guide using official government portals.
Karnataka's 2025-26 budget may be slashed by 6% to Rs 3.85 lakh crore due to a massive revenue shortfall blamed on GST rationalisation. Development funds are at risk. Read the full analysis.
Thane police register a case against four individuals for allegedly creating eight fake GST firms and fraudulently claiming over Rs 22 crore in input tax credit. No arrests made yet. Details inside.
Parts of south-west Bengaluru face a power cut on Sunday, December 22, from 10 am to 5 pm for KPTCL maintenance. Check affected areas and BESCOM's advisory here.
Tax professionals in Madhya Pradesh seek a 3-month extension for GSTR-9 & 9C filing for FY 2024-25, citing late form release and technical glitches. Read why they argue it's crucial for compliance.
SSC announces CGL Tier 1 2025 results and category-wise cut-off marks. Over 1.3 lakh candidates shortlisted. Check steps to download your scorecard now!
Starting April 2025, term insurance premiums will be GST-free. Learn how this tax change impacts your financial planning and boosts insurance affordability in India.
Government uncovers 489 bogus GST registrations using forged IDs, evading Rs 3,000 crore. Data analytics drive intensifies against tax fraud networks. Read the full report.
Government detects 489 fake GST registrations using forged PAN & Aadhaar, leading to ₹3,000+ crore tax evasion. Learn about the crackdown and new safety measures.
Karnataka's GST collection growth moderated to 3% in October after a 10% surge in September. Analysts attribute the drop to post-festive normalization. Read more on the state's revenue trends.
A 27-year-old accountant from Bihar was arrested in Noida for generating fake invoices worth Rs 11 crore and fraudulently claiming Rs 2 crore in GST refunds. Read the full investigation details.
The Reserve Bank of India's MPC cut the repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.25% in its December policy. This marks a cumulative reduction of 125 bps since February. Read the full analysis.
Fitch Ratings revises India's GDP growth forecast for FY26 to 7.4%, citing strong consumer spending and GST reforms. It also predicts a December RBI rate cut to 5.25%. Read the full analysis.
The rupee's fall beyond Rs 90 against the US dollar may force price hikes of 3-10% on consumer electronics, cars, and beauty products from January, erasing GST cut benefits. Key details inside.
More than 40 induction furnace industrialists in Ludhiana receive GST notices for alleged bogus billing. The industry association plans to challenge the move, citing procedural flaws.
Andhra Pradesh sees a 4.6% drop in net GST collections for November 2025 following GST 2.0 rate cuts. Chief Commissioner Babu Ahmed cites lower yields despite volume growth. Read the full analysis.