Author: Mehul Jagwani

Transporting goods across India without a valid e-way bill remains one of the most common GST compliance errors businesses make in 2026. Despite the system being in place for several years, the e-way bill penalty continues to catch businesses off guard, particularly when a document expires mid-transit or when invoice details do not match the… Continue reading E-Way Bill Penalty in India 2026: Rules, Fines, and How to Stay Compliant

The GST on cement in India was revised to 18% effective September 22, 2025 — a rate that many in the construction and real estate industry had been waiting for since the Goods and Services Tax was introduced in 2017. Whether you are a builder, a contractor, a small business owner, or a homeowner supervising… Continue reading GST on Cement: 18% Rate, HSN Code, and Construction Cost Impact in 2026

Running a food business in India without an FSSAI registration is not just a compliance gap; it is a legal offence. Yet thousands of food entrepreneurs, from small home bakers to growing restaurant chains, either delay registration or apply for the wrong license type entirely. This guide breaks down the three types of FSSAI license… Continue reading FSSAI Registration in India 2026: Basic, State & Central Licences Explained

When it comes to GSTR-1 filing, one area that continues to create confusion for businesses and tax professionals alike is HSN code reporting in GSTR-1. The rules differ for B2B and B2C supplies, the number of digits required varies by annual turnover, and the GST portal has gone through significant structural changes since May 2025.… Continue reading HSN Code Reporting in GSTR-1 for B2B and B2C Supplies: Updated Rules for Phase 3 (May 2025 Onwards)

Circular trading in GST is one of the most well-documented and persistent forms of GST fraud in India. It involves multiple entities raising invoices against each other in a closed loop, generating Input Tax Credit on paper while no actual goods or services change hands. The problem is not new, but it has grown significantly… Continue reading Circular Trading in GST: Definition, Red Flags, and Penalties

Every time someone opens a new bank account, starts a mutual fund investment, or buys an insurance policy, the financial institution asks for the same set of documents all over again. PAN card, Aadhaar, address proof, photograph. The process repeats itself endlessly, even when the individual has already submitted identical documents to five other institutions.… Continue reading CKYC Number: What It Is and How to Find Your 14-Digit KIN Online