GST Show Cause Notice: What Happens When an SCN or Order Lacks Specificity? Legal Validity of an Unsigned Order

The Hon’ble Delhi High Court has recently passed a judgment in the case of Marg Erp Ltd v. Commissioner of Delhi Goods and Service Tax & Anr. [W.P.(C) 872/2023 dated February 3, 2023] regarding an unsigned order passed by the Revenue Department, which has been set aside by the court. The court held that an …

Groundbreaking Ruling: Non-Reply to SCN Does Not Justify Cancellation of GST Registration

The Hon’ble Allahabad High Court, in the case of Acambis Helpline Management (P.) Ltd. v. Union of India [Writ Tax No. 185 of 2022 dated December 15, 2022], has dealt with the issue of the cancellation of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Registration of the Petitioner (Acambis Helpline Management). The Revenue Department (the Respondent) …

IGST on Ocean Freight Services: No GST under RCM on ocean freight in case of importation on CIF basis

The issue at hand involves the imposition of Integrated Goods and Services Tax (IGST) on ocean freight services under the Reverse Charge Mechanism (RCM) in India. The Indian importer was required to discharge IGST on the freight services according to NN 8/2017 Integrated Tax (Rate) and NN 10/2017-Integrated Tax (Rate). This was a change from …

Refund application cannot be rejected without providing opportunity of personal hearing to the assessee

The Hon’ble Madras High Court in the case of M/s. Lenovo India Private Limited vs Assistant Commissioner of GST & Central Excise in [W.P.No.1863 of 2023 and W.M.P.No.1965 of 2023 dated February 01, 2023] has dealt with the issue of violation of principles of natural justice in the rejection of the GST refund application. In …

Show Cause Notice (SCN) in GST, Common Reasons for GST Notice, Reply to Show Cause Notice

SCN stands for “Show Cause Notice” in the Goods and Services Tax (GST) context. A show cause notice is issued by the GST department when it suspects that a business has violated the GST laws and regulations. The notice requires the business to explain and justify its actions and provides an opportunity for the business …

FAQs on Registration by Non-Resident Taxable Person (NRI)

1. What are the prerequisites for registering as a Non-Resident Taxable Person on the GST Portal? A Non-Resident Taxable Person must meet the following criteria: After the PAN, email, and mobile number have been validated, a Temporary Reference Number (TRN) will be issued and sent to you through SMS and email. Using this TRN, you …

Import and Export Through Courier

Customs is responsible for working with Postal authorities to clear selected goods that come in the form of postal parcels, etc. after conducting proper checks. Customs makes sure that these postal items comply with the regulations outlined in the Customs Act, 1962. If the value of goods in the postal package exceeds the limit for …

Good News for GST Returns filers: Now Get your Suspended GST Registration back | Learn how to Initiate Drop Proceeding for Non-Filing of GST Returns

The GST Portal has recently implemented a new feature called “Initiate Drop Proceedings” for GST registration numbers that have been suspended due to the non-filing of GST returns. This feature is available for taxpayers who have filed their pending returns, such as 6 months or 2-quarters returns. The implementation of this new feature is aimed …

“Building a Strong Partnership: Understanding the Advantages, Steps, Drafting, and Distinctions of Registered and Unregistered Partnership Firms

What is a Partnership Firm A partnership firm is a type of business organization in India where two or more individuals come together to carry on a business with a view to profit. All the partners are jointly and severally liable for the debts and liabilities of the firm. This means that each partner is …

”Supporting Small Businesses: Everything You Need to Know about MSME Definition, Benefits and Registration Process”

Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) are an important sector of the Indian economy, contributing to the country’s industrial output and exports. They are known to provide employment opportunities and promote entrepreneurship, particularly in the rural and underdeveloped areas of the country. MSMEs face various challenges such as access to credit, technology, and markets. To …

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