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Appeal Reinstated: Authorized Signatory Validated, Procedural Fairness Restored, Previous Order Set Aside for Fresh Consideration
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HC allowed the petitioner's appeal, finding that the authorized signatory was valid and the previous dismissal violated principles of natural justice. The court set aside the impugned order dated 30th July 2024 and directed Respondent No.2 to restore the appeal to the file for fresh consideration on merits, ensuring procedural fairness and oppor

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Taxpayers Can File Delayed GST Returns After Paying Interest, Court Allows Condonation of Delay Under Section 62(2)
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HC held that the 60-day period under Section 62(2) of GST Act is directory, not mandatory. The petitioner failed to file returns for October 2018 to March 2019 within prescribed time limit, resulting in a best judgment assessment order. The court determined that if an assessee demonstrates valid reasons beyond their control for delay, they can file returns af

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GST Registration Cancellation Overturned: Procedural Flaws and Lack of Reasoned Order Invalidate Administrative Action
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HC allowed the petition challenging GST registration cancellation, finding the impugned order non-compliant with procedural requirements. The order was deemed arbitrary and passed without due application of mind, violating principles of natural justice. Specifically, the cancellation order failed to provide a speaking order with substantive reasoning as ma

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Procedural Fairness Prevails: Appeal Reinstated After Violation of Natural Justice Principles in Administrative Proceedings
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HC allowed the Petitioner's appeal, setting aside the Impugned Order-in-Appeal and Rectification Order. The court found that Respondent No. 2 violated principles of natural justice by rejecting the appeal without considering the submitted Power of Attorney and without providing an opportunity to cure procedural defects. The matter was remanded for fre

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Minor Invoice Number Mismatch Does Not Justify Penalty: Technical Error Deemed Immaterial Under Section 129 Transport Rules
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HC held that a minor discrepancy in e-way bill invoice number (3096 instead of 3063) does not warrant penalty proceedings under Section 129. The record confirmed no substantive differences in goods' quality, quantity, or items between accompanying documents. Referencing administrative circular guidance, the court determined the technical error was imm

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Exporters Win: Refund Claim Upheld Despite Document Gaps, Payment Proof Not Mandatory Under CGST Rules
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HC allowed refund claim challenging rejection based on non-submission of documents. The court held that proof of payment is not mandatory for export of goods, and only reconciliation statement of Shipping Bill and Export Invoices is required. The RBI circular stipulates payment realization within 9 months, which was satisfied in this case. The order rejecting refund was d

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Tax Credit Case: Bail Granted to V.G. and R.D. Due to Insufficient Evidence and Limited Financial Involvement
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DSC grants bail to accused V.G. and R.D. in tax credit case, finding insufficient evidence of direct involvement. Court noted lack of concrete proof beyond recorded statements, considered accused's 25% and 7% alleged benefit shares are below Rs.5 crore threshold. Accused in custody for 25 days, no further interrogation required. Bail granted on Rs.50,000 personal b

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Maida Pappad Extrusion Snack Pellets Classified Under 1905 90 30, Confirmed for 5% GST Rate
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AAR ruled that Maida Pappad, classified as un-cooked/un-fried snack pellets produced through extrusion, falls under tariff sub-heading 1905 90 30. The product is subject to 5% GST rate effective 27.07.2023, as per Notification No. 09/2023-Central Tax (Rate). The ruling emphasizes that advance rulings are case-specific and depend on individual factual circumstances, rejecting direct

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GST Assessment Order Invalidated Due to Procedural Unfairness, Denying Petitioner Proper Opportunity to Present Defense
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HC found a violation of natural justice principles in the GST assessment order. The respondent issued a show-cause notice and scheduled a hearing, but failed to consider the petitioner's adjournment request and supporting documentation. Consequently, the court set aside the impugned order (Form GST DRC-07) dated 23.08.2024, determining that the administra

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Tax Recovery Notice Against Deceased Taxpayer's Heirs Quashed Due to Procedural Irregularities in Statutory Communication
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HC allowed the petition challenging tax recovery proceedings against legal heirs of deceased taxpayer. The court found the statutory notice issued to a deceased person was procedurally invalid, violating principles of natural justice. The STO failed to provide legal heirs an opportunity to be heard before confirming tax demand under Section 74 of the Ac

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Rule 96(10) Omission Invalidates Administrative Orders, Challenging Procedural Continuity and Regulatory Enforcement Mechanisms
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HC determined that Rule 96(10) of CGST Rules, 2017 was unconditionally omitted without a saving clause, rendering subsequent administrative orders invalid. Referencing SC precedent in Kolhapur Canesugar Works Ltd., the court held that rule omission differs from statute amendment, and Section 6 of General Clauses Act, 1897 does not apply. Consequen

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Tax Authorities Must Prioritize Business Sustainability and Compliance Over Punitive Actions Under GST Regulations
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HC censured departmental actions in GST proceedings, emphasizing that the legislative intent behind the GST regime is not to disrupt businesses or compromise livelihoods. The court critically evaluated the punitive approach, highlighting that tax compliance should foster business growth and national economic development. The interim order mandates that all dep

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Legal Challenge Succeeds: Ex-Parte Demand Orders Quashed for Violating Time Limitations and Procedural Fairness Under Section 73(9)
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HC quashed ex-parte demand orders dated 28.12.2023 and 11.07.2023 as time-barred under Section 73(9), referencing precedent in M/s Anita Traders case. The court determined that the impugned orders were issued beyond the jurisdictional time limitation for the financial year 2017-18, violating principles of natural justice. The orders were conse

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Refund Claim Upheld: Tax Calculation Validates Petitioner's Entitlement to Rs. 8,848 in Budgetary Support Amounts
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HC allowed the petitioner's refund claim, holding that the rejection of Rs. 1,678/- for July-September 2021 and Rs. 7,170/- for January-March 2022 quarters was improper. The court determined that the budgetary support calculation under the scheme was correctly applied, with entitlement calculated at 58% of central tax paid through cash ledger and 29% of IGST pa

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Budgetary Support Claim Upheld: Petitioner Wins Refund of Rs. 2,195/- Under Tax Credit Scheme Notification
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HC allowed the petitioner's refund claim, holding that the rejection of Rs. 2,195/- by the respondent was improper and contrary to the budgetary support scheme notification. The court determined that the petitioner was entitled to budgetary support calculated at 58% of central tax paid through cash ledger and 29% of IGST paid, after input tax credit utilization. The H

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Judicial Restraint Prevails: Writ Petition Dismissed, Statutory Appeal Under Section 107 CGST Act Recommended
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HC dismissed writ petition challenging a demand order under CGST Act. While the petition was technically maintainable under Article 226, the Court declined to entertain it due to the availability of an alternative statutory remedy under Section 107 of the CGST Act. The Court emphasized the established principle that when a specific statutory forum exists for grieva

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Tax Refund Win: CGST Act Supports Partial Claims with 58% Budgetary Support for Central Tax and 29% IGST Credit
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HC adjudicated a tax refund dispute involving budgetary support claims under CGST Act, 2017. The court found the respondent's rejection of partial refund claims improper, specifically for Rs. 48,640/- and Rs. 64,496/- for different quarters. The HC held that the petitioner was entitled to budgetary support calculated at 58% of central tax paid through cash ledger

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Tax Refund Victory: Petitioner Wins Challenge Against Rejected Budgetary Support Claims Under Notification 05.10.2017
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HC ruled in favor of petitioner, finding the rejection of budgetary support refund claims invalid. The court held that the calculation of 58% central tax and 29% IGST paid through cash ledger was correctly applied. The respondent's rejection of Rs. 31,456/- for July-September 2021 and Rs. 69,684/- for January-March 2022 quarters was deemed contrary to the n

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Govt Can Relax GST Tribunal Officer Appointment Criteria for State Servants Under Specific Service Conditions
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HC dismissed the petition challenging GST Tribunal appointment notification. The court held that relaxation of eligibility criteria under Section 110(d) is permissible only for State Government officers who have not completed 25 years of service, and does not extend to All-India Service officers. The petitioner's contention that the notification was premature or ul

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GST Registration Cancellation Order Struck Down for Procedural Flaws, Petitioner Granted Opportunity to Rectify Deficiencies
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HC quashed the GST registration cancellation order dated 20.12.2023 due to procedural irregularities and lack of reasoned decision. The order was found arbitrary and in violation of natural justice principles. The court granted the petitioner one month to either submit a reply to the Show Cause Notice or furnish pending returns with full tax payment.

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Tapioca Flour Waste Classified as Livestock Feed Residue, Attracts 5% GST Under Chapter 23031000
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The AAR determined that tapioca flour derived from dried tapioca root remnants is classified under Chapter heading 23031000, attracting 5% GST. The product, deemed unfit for human consumption and primarily used as livestock feed, was correctly categorized as “Residues of starch manufacture and similar residues”. The ruling, based on the applicant's submitted facts, rejected the

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GST Advance Ruling Rejected: Contractor's Application Deemed Inadmissible Under Section 97(2) CGST Act
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AAR determined that the advance ruling application by the contractor regarding GST rate reimbursement was inadmissible. The ruling authority found the tax liability assessment question does not align with Section 97(2) of CGST Act, 2017. Due to the applicant's failure to respond to official notices and the nature of the query falling outside statutory provisions, no subst

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Municipal Onion Market Leasing Deemed Public Function Exempt from GST Under Constitutional Municipal Powers
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AAR determined that leasing 19 onion mandis to a contractor for daily fee collection constitutes a municipal function under Article 243W of the Constitution. The activity is exempt from GST as it falls within the scope of local authority's public functions. The transaction between the municipality and contractor is considered an inseparable public service activity, n

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Government Dues Settlement Clears Property Sale Path, Orders Immediate Payment and Certificate Deletion Within Four Weeks
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HC ruled in favor of petitioner, directing payment of outstanding government dues amounting to Rs. 21,99,700/- within four weeks from order receipt. Upon compliance, the second respondent must delete attachment endorsement from encumbrance certificate, thereby facilitating sale certificate registration for sixth respondent. The court's intervention reso

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Refund Claim Upheld: Petitioner Wins Challenge Against Incorrect Rejection, Secures Full Refund with Interest under Section 56
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HC allowed the petitioner's refund claim, quashing the respondent's rejection order. The court directed the respondent to grant a refund of Rs. 96,65,325/- with 6% interest per annum from 12.09.2021 until actual payment, as per Section 56 of CGST Act. The original ground for refund rejection was found factually incorrect, as the Appellate Authority

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