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CESTAT Rules On Service Tax Liability On Handling Charges Collected By Car Dealers

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Collection Of Funds In An Illegal Way To Commit Scheduled Offence In Future Does Not Amount To Money Laundering: Delhi High Court

Collection Of Funds In An Illegal Way To Commit Scheduled Offence In Future Does Not Amount To Money Laundering: Delhi High Court

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Secured Creditors Hold Priority Over Government Tax Claims: Legal Precedents in India - Jurishour

Recent rulings by Indian courts have affirmed that secured creditors have priority over government tax claims during insolvency proceedings, underlining the significance of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC), 2016. Key judgments, including from the Bombay and Madras High Courts, have consistently supported the principle that secured creditors' rights, as enshrined in Section 31B of the IBC and Section 26E of the SARFAESI Act, take precedence over state claims for taxes such as sales tax, commercial tax, and income tax. These decisions uphold that secured creditors can recover debts through the sale of mortgaged assets before satisfying government dues. This emerging legal clarity strengthens the position of lenders during debt recovery and insolvency processes.

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Commissioner To Expand List Under SEZ: HC - Jurishour

The Madras High Court has stayed the removal of general insurance services from the list of input services under Special Economic Zones (SEZ), ruling that the Development Commissioner only has the authority to expand, not curtail, the list. The petitioner, Zoho Corporation, challenged Instruction No.1/2024 that removed general insurance services from the default input list. The court observed that this action violated Instruction No.79, which allows the Development Commissioner to add services but not remove them. The court found the removal suspicious and temporarily stayed the instruction until further orders.

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CESTAT Rules No Service Tax on Sale-Purchase of Flat Allotment Rights - Jurishour

The Delhi Bench of CESTAT has ruled that the purchase and sale of allotment rights for flats do not fall under the definition of "Real Estate Agent Services," thus no service tax is payable on such transactions. In a case involving M/s. Government Official Welfare Organisation, the tribunal dismissed the department's appeal, stating that the organization acted in its own capacity rather than as an intermediary or agent. The department had argued that the respondent facilitated transactions between builders and buyers, but the tribunal found that the activity did not meet the legal definition of "Real Estate Agent." This decision highlights the difference between acting as a real estate agent and dealing with property transactions independently.

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Delhi HC Sets Aside GST Orders Due to Portal Notification Issue - Jurishour

The Delhi High Court quashed two GST orders issued under Section 73 of the GST Act due to an issue with the portal's notification system. The court ruled that at the time of the Show Cause Notice (SCN) issuance, the 'Additional Notices and Orders' tab was not prominently placed on the GST portal, preventing taxpayers from easily accessing important notifications. This decision came in a case involving a demand of ₹2 crore. The court granted the petitioner two weeks to file a response to the SCN after the portal was redesigned to make the notices more visible. The ruling highlights the importance of fair access to notifications for all taxpayers.

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TOLA | Income Tax Reassessment Approval: HC - Jurishour

The Delhi High Court ruled that the Taxation and Other Laws (Relaxation & Amendment of Certain Provisions) Act, 2020 (TOLA) does not modify the legal framework for income tax reassessment approvals. The court found that reassessment notices issued after four years from the relevant assessment year must have approval from the Principal Commissioner or equivalent authority as required by Section 151 of the Income Tax Act. Notices approved by the Joint Commissioner of Income Tax (JCIT) for the 2015-16 assessment year were quashed for non-compliance. The court emphasized that TOLA only extends the timeline for issuing notices but does not change the approval process.

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Karnataka High Court: GST Dept. Cannot Issue Single SCN for Multiple Assessment Years - Jurishour

The Karnataka High Court has ruled that the GST department cannot issue a single, consolidated show cause notice (SCN) for multiple assessment years. The court, led by Justice Sachin Shankar Magadum, held that the practice violates Section 73(10) of the Central Goods and Service Tax (CGST) Act, 2017, which mandates specific actions to be taken within a particular assessment year. The petitioner, Bangalore Golf Club, argued that the GST department's consolidation of tax periods from 2019 to 2023-24 into one SCN was improper. The court quashed the notice, emphasizing that each assessment year requires an independent SCN. This ruling is significant for cases where the department attempts to bunch tax periods to bypass limitations.

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GST Act Overrides IPC: Madhya Pradesh High Court - Jurishour

The Madhya Pradesh High Court, Indore Bench, ruled that the Goods and Service Tax Act (GST Act) overrides the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and that the GST department cannot delegate search and seizure operations to local police. The bench, led by Justices Sushrut Arvind Dharmadhikari and Duppala Venkata Ramana, held that GST authorities must follow the procedures outlined in the GST Act when initiating prosecutions. They cannot bypass these procedures by invoking IPC provisions without prior sanction from the Commissioner, as required by Section 132(6) of the GST Act. The court quashed an FIR against a petitioner accused under IPC, stating that the department should have relied on GST penal provisions. This decision reinforces the primacy of the GST Act in tax-related prosecutions.

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Direct Tax Vivad Se Vishwas Scheme 2024 to Launch in October: Key Details by Juris Hour

The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has announced that the Direct Tax Vivad Se Vishwas Scheme, 2024, will be effective from October 1, 2024. This scheme aims to resolve tax disputes by offering a structured process for settling tax arrears. Under the scheme, taxpayers can clear disputed taxes, interest, and penalties with reduced financial implications if they settle before December 31, 2024. Delayed payments beyond this date will incur additional charges. The scheme includes provisions for appellants, specific filing requirements, and restrictions on tax arrears resulting from undisclosed foreign income or assets. The CBDT encourages eligible taxpayers to take advantage of this opportunity to avoid prolonged litigation.

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Madras High Court Condones Delay with Rs. 1,000 Fine for Welfare Association | Juris Hour

The Madras High Court has condoned the delay in filing an income tax appeal by a religious institution, imposing a condition of depositing Rs. 1,000 to the Advocate Clerks Welfare Association. The delay was due to the petitioner's unfamiliarity with tax proceedings and belief in their income exemption under Section 10(23BBA) of the Income Tax Act. The court directed the appellate authority to hear the case on its merits without further limitation objections.

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Gauhati High Court: Frequent Transfers of Assistant Excise Inspectors Unjustified | Juris Hour

The Gauhati High Court has ruled that while the posts of Assistant Excise Inspectors are transferable, frequent transfers without valid public interest cannot be justified. The court set aside the recent transfer orders involving three excise inspectors, stating that such actions can disrupt the morale of government employees and lack adequate justification. This ruling reinforces the importance of fair administrative practices in public service. Read More:

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CBDT Enhance Monetary Limits For Filing Appeals - Jurishour

The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has notified the enhancement of Monetary limits for filing of appeals by the Department before ITAT.

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