Economic law columnist who writes about GST disputes, fiscal federalism, and the constitutional dimensions of taxation and spending. His weekly column connects finance bill provisions to constitutional guarantees.
A 1989 Supreme Court ruling stopped states from piling multiple taxes on industrial alcohol. Here's how this case affects factories across India and your consumer prices.
Tax LawA Supreme Court ruling on what counts as 'manufacturing' for tax purposes—and why mixing ingredients doesn't always trigger excise duty.
Tax LawA 1997 glass factory case shows how businesses fight unfair tax bills. Here's what you need to know about your appeal rights.
Tax LawA 1996 Supreme Court case shows tax officials can't do whatever they want. They must follow rules—and you can challenge them in court if they don't.
Tax LawA 1968 Supreme Court case reveals the shocking truth about closing down a business and what taxes you owe when you sell your assets.
Family LawA Supreme Court case shows what evidence courts actually require to prove adoption—and why a joint bank account isn't enough to save your tenancy.