No GST on Hostels for Students: Supreme Court Says ‘Ultimate Use Is Residential’

The Supreme Court has ruled that renting a residential property to a company that uses it as a hostel for students and working professionals is exempt from GST. The Court said this ensures the “legislative intent behind residential exemption” is not defeated.

SCBA Urges GST Exemption on Group Insurance Premiums, Writes to FM Sitharaman

The Supreme Court Bar Association has asked Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to remove 18% GST on its planned group insurance scheme. SCBA says the tax burden discourages advocates from accessing affordable health and accident cover.