In response to hundreds of petitions challenging the validity of unsigned GST notices, officials from the GST department gave a live demonstration before the Telangana High Court. They clarified that all notices are digitally signed and legally valid, even if the signature isn’t visibly displayed during download.
The private lender, which is already under scrutiny for discrepancies in its derivatives portfolio, stated it is considering filing an appeal against the GST order
The GST notice highlights a growing concern about the expanding informal economy, where digital payments are increasingly bringing small businesses into the scope of taxation. Many supporters of these small vendors argue that such businesses operate on slim profit margins, making them vulnerable to the financial burden of tax compliance.