The Delhi High Court has directed tax authorities to require biometric Aadhaar authentication for all GST registration applications, aiming to combat widespread fraud and fake registrations nationwide. The Delhi High Court has told tax authorities that no new Goods and…
A recent West Bengal advance ruling confirms that operators recovering electricity costs at actual rates from tenants, without markup, are exempt from charging GST, marking a significant clarifcation for property and facility management practices in India. A West Bengal advance…
India’s Financial Intelligence Unit has issued notices to 15 offshore digital asset platforms, expanding its efforts to enforce anti-money-laundering rules and curb illicit cross-border crypto transactions. India’s Financial Intelligence Unit has stepped up pressure on offshore crypto platforms, issuing non-compliance…
Taxpayers awaiting income-tax refunds in India often face delays due to simple processing or discrepancy checks, not system failures, with guidance on how to track and resolve issues. Taxpayers waiting for an income-tax refund are often dealing with a simple…
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has declared Section 147A of the Income Tax Act, 1961, unconstitutional, challenging the government’s efforts to streamline faceless reassessment procedures amid ongoing legal controversies. The Punjab and Haryana High Court has invalidated Section 147A…
A Mumbai consumer court has mandated the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation to pay 6% interest to a retired employee after a 35-day delay in settling a ₹14 lakh PF claim, highlighting the importance of timely retirement benefits. A Mumbai consumer…
Shoppers in India are increasingly challenging extra charges imposed by retailers for credit card payments, amid ongoing debates around disclosure and regulatory guidelines on surcharge transparency. Many shoppers in India have seen it at the till: a retailer asks for…
In cases of lost or stolen credit cards used for unauthorised purchases, immediate reporting is crucial. India follows a strict three-day window for liability, aligning with RBI guidelines, while US policies offer different timelines and caps, emphasising the importance of…
Indian expatriates with US retirement accounts face new tax complexities as India’s 2026 law shifts the taxation landscape, particularly around residence status and global income reporting. For an Indian citizen who has spent more than a decade working in the…
A recent Hyderabad ruling underscores the importance of lenders returning original property papers within 30 days after loan repayment, with banks held accountable for delays or loss, prompting stricter compliance and borrower vigilance. A housing loan is not fully concluded…
A Delhi court has convicted three company officials for failing to remit Rs 8.51 crore in TDS, emphasising that tax collected on behalf of the state cannot be used as a short-term financial cushion, marking a tougher stance on corporate…
A basic GST check before settling a restaurant bill can help diners identify suspicious charges, ensuring they aren’t paying unlawfully, experts advise. A simple GST check before paying a restaurant bill can help diners avoid charges that may not be…
