Author: Mohit Jain

GST Dept Accesses Banking Transactions.

GST Department Set to Access Banking Transactions of Taxpayers: A Move Towards Curbing Tax Evasion and Improving Compliance

The Goods and Services Tax (GST) is an indirect tax levied on the supply of goods and services in India. It was implemented on July 1, 2017, and has since been a critical source of revenue for the government. The GST department has been making efforts to streamline the tax collection process and plug revenue leakages. In a significant move towards this goal, the GST department is set to get access to banking transactions of taxpayers.

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Works Contract under GST

Works Contract under GST

The term “works contract” has a limited scope under the GST regime and is applicable only to contracts related to the construction, fabrication, or similar activities for immovable properties. Any composite supply involving goods, such as a paint job or fabrication work carried out in an automotive body shop, does not fall under the purview of a works contract for GST purposes.

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Understanding the Difference Between Updated and Revised Income Tax Return

Understanding the Difference Between Updated and Revised Income Tax Return

Filing income tax returns is a crucial step for every taxpayer. It not only helps in avoiding legal consequences but also enables taxpayers to claim various benefits and exemptions. However, it is not uncommon for taxpayers to make mistakes or omissions while filing their returns. To address such errors and mistakes, taxpayers can file either an updated return or a revised return. While these terms may sound similar, they are different in many ways.

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