GST Updates

The Singapore government will hand out $850 to 1.5 million citizens as part of the GST rebate.
The permanent GSTV scheme was introduced in Budget 2012 to help lower- and middle-income Singaporeans offset their GST expenses.
- The scheme will provide up to $850 in GSTV – Cash and up to $450 in MediSave top-up for eligible Singaporeans in August.
- India has launched virtual GST hearings to ease taxpayer compliance, starting from July 9.
- Queensland has demanded a GST review, citing its heavy lifting on resources.
The Gujarat High Court has ruled that a dead rule cannot block a live GST refund.
IRAS has clarified that the sale of flower garlands is subject to GST, reminding nightclub operators of the tax liability.