CESTAT Kolkata – smeaccountant

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CESTAT Kolkata Dismisses Differential IGST and Custom Duty Demands Based on Revenue Neutrality

Explore the recent CESTAT Kolkata ruling that set aside differential IGST and custom duty demands on specific oil imports using the revenue neutrality principle.

Prasenjit Bhowmik September 8, 2026

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CESTAT Kolkata Quashes Service Tax Demand Relying on Form 26AS Data

Discover how CESTAT Kolkata set aside a service tax demand against Maharani Construction, ruling Form 26AS data insufficient for extended periods.

Prasenjit Bhowmik September 8, 2026

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CESTAT Kolkata Cancels Section 78 Penalty for Bona Fide Service Tax Delay

CESTAT Kolkata sets aside Section 78 penalty when service tax and interest are paid before adjudication without intent to evade.

Prasenjit Bhowmik September 5, 2026

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CESTAT Kolkata Rules in Favor of Service Tax Refund on Agricultural Seed Sales

CESTAT Kolkata orders a service tax refund of Rs.2.41 lakh for hybrid seed sales, dismissing unjust enrichment claims and clarifying tax boundaries.

Prasenjit Bhowmik September 5, 2026