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Rajasthan footwear artisan earning Rs 15,000 a month received Rs 6 cr tax notice: A fake TN export firm with Rs 6.7 crore GST due was registered using his PAN

Rajasthan footwear artisan Jitendra Kumar Jingar, who earns Rs 10,000 to 15,000 a month making traditional leather shoes in Balotra district, received a Rs 6.78 crore GST recovery notice from Tamil Nadu's commercial taxes department after a fake export firm was allegedly registered using his PAN. His bank account has…

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ITC fraud worth Rs 74,782 crore detected in FY26; Maharashtra, Gujarat lead

Central GST officers detected over 30,000 input tax credit fraud cases in 2025-26. These cases involved approximately Rs 74,782 crore and led to 358 arrests. Maharashtra and Gujarat reported the highest number of fraud cases and associated financial values. Fake GST registrations using forged documents also contributed to substantial ITC…

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AI tools helping identify GST evasion, easing compliance for honest taxpayers: FinMin

India's Goods and Services Tax (GST) system is leveraging advanced technologies like AI and data analytics to combat tax evasion and streamline processes. This tech-driven approach allows for targeted scrutiny of high-risk taxpayers while easing compliance for others. The number of GST registrations has surged significantly, reflecting economic formalization, and…

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Govt extends GST Appellate Tribunal appeal filing deadline to July 31 after portal rush

Taxpayers now have until July 31, 2026, to file appeals with the Goods and Services Tax Appellate Tribunal (GSTAT). This extension, a month beyond the previous June 30 deadline, comes after a recent surge in filings caused technical issues on the GSTAT portal. The move provides crucial extra time for…

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New GST jurisdiction to handle pending cases after business shift: CBIC

Taxpayers shifting their business location will now have their ongoing tax proceedings seamlessly transferred to the new jurisdictional authority. The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs clarified that any investigations or notices issued by the previous authority remain valid and will be continued by the new one. This move…

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MSMEs and GST@9: Journey so far and next phase of reforms

For India Inc., including MSMEs, the focus appears to have shifted from stabilisation to optimisation, as confidence grows on account of digital adoption, proactive policy changes and responsive tax administration.

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India to release first-ever monthly index tracking services sector output from July 14

India is launching a new Index of Services Production (ISP) to track the services sector's growth, mirroring the Index of Industrial Production. This crucial macroeconomic indicator, with 2024-25 as the base year, will be released monthly with a 60-day lag, starting with April 2026 data on July 14. The ISP…

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GST wins India Inc's vote, but businesses seek faster refunds and smarter reforms: Deloitte

India's GST regime has achieved widespread acceptance, with digitisation and rate adjustments hailed as major successes. Businesses now prioritize clearer interpretations, uniform audits, and faster refunds to ease working capital. The corporate sector is eager for AI-powered compliance tools and a unified taxpayer dashboard, signaling a push for more advanced,…

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GST@9: Building a more seamless, certainty-driven input tax credit framework

A more balanced and predictable approach can help safeguard revenue, reduce disputes, enhance taxpayer confidence, and create a more efficient GST ecosystem for businesses.

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12 years of PM Modi: Bold reforms, decisive decisions and political turning points

After 12 years at the helm, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reflects on a transformative journey filled with key reforms that have altered India's economic landscape, from the sweeping GST to the bold move of demonetisation. His tenure has also witnessed pivotal constitutional shifts, notably the revocation of Article 370, which…

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Income tax burden reduction over 12 years reflects 'Ramrajya', government says

A government booklet marks Narendra Modi's tenure as India's longest-serving Prime Minister. It highlights tax reductions and reforms like GST and Digital India. These initiatives have built public trust and supported India's journey towards becoming a USD 5-trillion economy. Increased taxpayer confidence fuels investment in national development.

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SC verdict on GST leaves real-money gaming firms staring at a Rs 92,000-crore question

Wednesday’s ruling, backing tax demands on past transactions, could have major financial implications for the sector. A lawyer representing one of the large gaming companies involved in the dispute said platforms will now have an opportunity to individually respond to the GST department’s show-cause notices.

The Economic Times

Businesses can digitally record 'goods delivered' on e-way bill portal: GSTN

GST registered businesses can now digitally close e-way bills upon delivery completion. This new voluntary feature on the GST portal strengthens transaction trails and accountability. Previously, e-way bills tracked goods movement but lacked a formal completion record. This move aims to improve data integrity and traceability. Experts suggest this could…

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Why Kuehne+Nagel is betting big on India’s supply chain ambitions

The global logistics major says it will double its warehousing capacity in India by 2030, as it sees the country emerging as one of the world’s key supply chain hubs.

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Missed GST return filing? Your GST registration could be suspended; check the legal position

GST registration can now be suspended for even minor delays in filing returns, a shift from the previous six-month rule. Experts highlight this change, enacted in 2022, is causing business disruptions. While authorities have more flexibility, concerns are raised about arbitrary actions and the need for clearer guidelines and appeal…

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Michael Johnson to give back alleged $500,000 ‘secret’ payment from Grand Slam Track

Johnson is said to have advanced ‘millions’ while Grand Slam Track confirmed the former Olympic champion will return a disputed $500k ‘reimbursement’

The Independent UK

Michael Johnson was the king of track and field. Now Grand Slam Track’s collapse puts his reputation at stake

Fresh allegations that Johnson paid himself half a million dollars before paying creditors – claims which GST strongly denies – mark the latest ugly turn in a saga that threatens to destroy his integrity

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BBC Sport has no plans to use Michael Johnson on athletics coverage this year after Grand Slam Track disaster

Johnson, a regular studio analyst on the BBC’s athletics programmes, is facing legal action from creditors following the collapse of his Grand Slam Track venture

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Michael Johnson accused of paying himself $500k amid collapse of his Grand Slam Track project

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Michael Johnson accused of ‘secretly’ paying himself $500,000 as Grand Slam Track collapsed

A group of unsecured creditors are taking legal action against the athlete’s disastrous Grand Slam Track project

The Guardian - UK

Michael Johnson accused of taking $500,000 from debt-ridden track league

Michael Johnson has been accused of paying himself $500,000 (£372,000) just eight days before his Grand Slam Track project collapsed before the final event in Los Angeles

The Independent UK

World Athletics: 'Unconscionable' for bankrupt Grand Slam Track to look ahead before paying bills

Track and field’s international federation says it will only support future events held by the bankrupt Grand Slam Track league once its debts from the 2025 season are settled

The Independent UK

The ‘crazy’ impact of Grand Slam Track bankruptcy on emerging US star

Grand Slam Track, an ambitious athletics league spearheaded by Michael Johnson, was declared bankrupt in late 2025

The Independent UK

Michael Johnson’s Grand Slam Track owes Josh Kerr $218,000, court papers reveal

Athletics stars including Kerr, Gabby Thomas and Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone are among Grand Slam Track’s top 20 creditors

The Guardian - UK

Grand Slam Track denies Michael Johnson earned $2m from scrapped series

Michael Johnson’s GST said it was ‘categorically false’ he had pocketed $2m from the series while his athletes were unpaid – and that he was facing losses

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