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Whether CGST department can conduct the audit after the State Authority has conducted proceedings for the same period?

Yes, the Honorable Madras High Court in the case of P S K Engineering Construction & Co. v. Assistant Commissioner of GST & Central Excise [Writ Petition No. 13418 of 2024 dated June 10, 2024] held that there is no restriction in statute for Central GST authorities to initiate proceedings on different subject matter that it is already adjudicated by State Authorities. The Honorable Madras High Court noted that on perusal of the Impugned Notice, it is clear that such notice was issued while being fully aware of Section 6(2)(b) of the CGST Act. However, there is no restriction to initiate any proceedings on any other subject matter by the Central Tax Authority.

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Siddaramaiah warns Karnataka officials against missing tax collection targets

In a firm warning to government officials, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah stated that those who fail to meet the commercial tax collection targets will be held accountable. During a review meeting held to assess the progress of tax collections, Siddaramaiah emphasised that it is critical for tax collections to remain on track, underscoring the importance of meeting financial goals for the state’s development.

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GST return time bar: No filing after 3 years of due date, taxpayers advised to file pending return

Starting in early 2025, GST taxpayers will no longer be able to file monthly and annual GST returns three years after the original filing due date. According to an advisory from the Goods and Services Tax Network (GSTN), GST outward supply returns, returns related to payment of liability, annual returns, and tax collected at source will be considered time-barred three years after the due date of submission.