The Economic Times

SC sets aside show cause notice to Tata Steel over input tax credit availed during FY19-23

The Supreme Court has quashed a tax demand notice against Tata Steel. This notice involved an alleged irregular input tax credit claim. The court found no deliberate attempt by the company to evade taxes. Proceedings under Section 74 require specific satisfaction from the assessing officer. The department's actions indicated a lack of satisfaction regarding the alleged tax shortfall.