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GST

Rule 96(10) GST Omission Ends Pending Proceedings 2026 | Supreme Court

In a landmark October 2026 ruling, the Supreme Court has held that the omission of Rule 96(10) applies to pending GST proceedings, significantly impacting exporters and their refund claims. This current update explains the ruling and its practical implications for businesses.

05 Oct 2026 · 6 min read
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GST

ITC Set-Off Order IGST CGST SGST GST 2026 | EaseValue

The GST Council has clarified the mandatory order of Input Tax Credit set-off among IGST, CGST, and SGST for AY 2026-27. This recent update directly impacts how businesses claim and utilise their tax credits—read the full implications here.

05 Oct 2026 · 6 min read
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GST

E-Way Bill Penalty Quashed 2026 | 9-Minute Delay | GSTAT Lucknow

In a significant October 2026 ruling, GSTAT Lucknow has quashed a Section 129 GST penalty where an E-Way Bill was generated just 9 minutes after vehicle interception. This bona fide delay with genuine transaction traceability provides crucial relief for GST-registered businesses.

05 Oct 2026 · 6 min read
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GST

GSTR-3B vs GSTR-2A Mismatch 2026: ITC Not Auto-Rejected by GSTAT

In a significant October 2026 ruling, GSTAT Lucknow has held that a mere mismatch between GSTR-3B and GSTR-2A cannot automatically establish ineligible ITC. The authority has set aside earlier orders and directed fresh verification of reconciliation, RCM credit, and supplier certificates.

03 Oct 2026 · 6 min read
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GST

GST Order Set Aside for No Personal Hearing 2026 | Madras HC Ruling

In a significant October 2026 ruling, the Madras High Court has set aside a GST order for failing to grant personal hearing to the assessee after receiving replies. This judgment reinforces taxpayer rights and procedural safeguards under GST law.

03 Oct 2026 · 6 min read
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GST

Rule 86B GST 2026: 6 Exceptions to 99% ITC Restriction Explained

September 2026 update: Rule 86B of CGST Rules restricts Input Tax Credit (ITC) claiming unless 99% of purchases are made via electronic payment methods. However, six critical exceptions exist that most businesses overlook—understand them now to protect your ITC eligibility.

27 Sep 2026 · 6 min read
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GST

GST on UPI Payments 2026 | MDR, 18% Tax & Merchant Impact

From 15 October 2026, a major GST framework on UPI payments comes into effect. Merchants, payment aggregators and consumers must understand MDR charges, 18% GST applicability, and ITC eligibility in this recent update.

27 Sep 2026 · 6 min read
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GST

GST Appellate Tribunal 2026: Faster Dispute Resolution for Businesses

The GST Appellate Tribunal (GSTAT) has been established as a specialised appellate forum to resolve GST disputes more efficiently. This September 2026 development brings multiple benches, technical expertise, and digital filing facilities to streamline the GST dispute resolution process for businesses across India.

25 Sep 2026 · 6 min read
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GST

GST Composition Levy 2026: Eligibility, Rates & ITC Limits

September 2026 brings critical updates to GST Composition Levy scheme affecting small businesses and traders. This current analysis covers new eligibility thresholds, rate changes, ITC restrictions, and the significant impact of e-commerce amendments on composition dealers.

23 Sep 2026 · 6 min read
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GST

GST TCS Section 52 E-Commerce 0.5% Rate 2025-26 GSTR-8

The GST TCS mechanism for e-commerce operators under Section 52 continues as a critical compliance requirement in AY 2025-26. This update clarifies the 0.5% rate, GSTR-8 filing obligations, and reconciliation procedures for all online marketplace operators.

23 Sep 2026 · 7 min read
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GST

GSTN emSigner FIPS 140-3 Migration 2026: DSC Security & GST Compliance

In September 2026, GSTN has initiated a critical migration to emSigner v3.3 with FIPS 140-3 compliance standards, reshaping how Digital Signature Certificates (DSCs) function in GST filings. This update directly impacts GST return filing, unsigned order processing, and electronic evidence validity under the Income Tax Act 2025.

23 Sep 2026 · 6 min read
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GST

GST ITC Reversal Rules 2026: Sections 16, 17 & Compliance

This is a current September 2026 update on when GST Input Tax Credit (ITC) must be reversed under the Income Tax Act 2025 and GST Rules. Know the legal sections, blocked credits, and compliance challenges that directly impact your business.

23 Sep 2026 · 6 min read
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