GST Officials May Lose Arrest Powers Under New Proposal

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Indian tax officials may have their powers to arrest taxpayers under GST laws revoked. This proposal is being considered by the government to ease compliance and reduce harassment fears among businesses. The move follows complaints about the aggressive use of arrest provisions for minor procedural lapses. A final decision is pending as the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs evaluates the potential change.

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