Latest court orders, judgments, and legal developments from Indian courts — AI-curated and summarized.
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The Tripura High Court ruled that a GST order was invalid as there was no proof of delivery, reinforcing the necessity of proper service protocols under the CGST Act.
The ITAT has clarified that revisionary powers under Section 264 of the Income Tax Act cannot enhance tax liabilities or worsen the assessee’s position during revisionary proceedings.
The ITAT Delhi ruled that penny stock loss cannot be deemed bogus based merely on an Investigation Wing report, absent independent verification of the transactions. This ruling underscores the necessity for thorough investigation in tax assessments.
The RBI has penalized The Aurangabad District Central Co-operative Bank Limited with ₹20,000 for non-compliance with credit information reporting regulations.
The Reserve Bank of India has appointed Shri Gunveer Singh as Executive Director effective May 18, 2026. Previously, he served as Chief General Manager-in-Charge of Payment and Settlement Systems.
The Indian IP community mourns the loss of Mr. Guruswamy Nataraj, founder of LCGN Advocates. He was a significant figure in patent law, known for his expertise and warm personality.
The government modified concessional customs rates under the India-UAE CEPA, effective May 13, 2026.
CBIC has implemented system-based identification and fast-track clearance for hazardous import cargo starting July 1, 2026.
CESTAT Hyderabad ruled that foreign markings on seized gold alone cannot substantiate smuggling allegations without further evidence.
CESTAT Ahmedabad ruled that a partner of a penalized firm cannot face separate penalties for the same violation under customs law.
The CBIC has revised customs tariff values for gold, silver, and edible oils, effective from May 16, 2026.