Goods & Service Tax (GST) 5 November 2026
GST Legal Updates and Market Impacts Across India
Recent GST Appellate Tribunal rulings clarify that filing a Supreme Court petition does not override the Rs 20 lakh appeal ceiling and that revenue challenges on electricity service charges are proceeding. A new study highlights GST’s mixed effects on small firms, while SAMHI reports earnings growth but a narrowed EBITDA margin due to GST changes. Goa’s collections surged 37%, Lucknow’s portal warned against bypassing statutory exemptions, and other regional cases underscore evolving tax compliance pressures.
- Supreme Court petition cannot bypass Rs 20 Lakh GST appeal limit – GSTAT Thane Bench held that a Supreme Court filing alone does not override the statutory cap. Read more
- GST on meter rent and reconnection challenged – Ranchi Bench admitted Revenue’s appeal against an order on electricity service charges. Read more
- Impact of GST on small businesses – Comprehensive study outlines benefits, compliance hurdles, and growth implications for Indian SMEs. Read more
- SAMHI Q2 income up 15.6% despite GST margin hit – Earnings rose, but GST rule change shaved 300 basis points off EBITDA margin. Read more
- Goa’s GST collections jump 37%, outpacing national average for October. Read more
- Lucknow GSTAT portal warning – Cannot override statutory exemption under Rule 138(3). Read more
- Madras HC refunds excess GST to disabled consumer – Vehicle purchase case highlights consumer rights. Read more
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