Goods & Service Tax (GST) 4 October 2026
GST Council to Drop Arrest Powers under Tax Regime
The GST Council will review tax officials' power to arrest under the GST framework, with proposals to scrap these powers. A decision is expected after council talks, followed by legislative changes to codify the move.
GST Council review – The council is set to discuss removing arrest powers granted to tax authorities under the GST regime.
- Current power: officials can arrest for GST violations.
- Proposed change: eliminate arrest authority.
- Next steps: council decision, then legislation to amend the GST law.
For full details, see the Indian Express article.
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