GST Notices to Traders: Karnataka to Take Up Issue with Centre
- Context: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced that the State government will discuss with the Centre and the State Commercial Taxes Department the issue of small traders receiving GST notices for transactions through UPI.
- Concern: Many small and micro traders in the state have raised objections to tax notices based on their UPI transactions.
- Key Statement: Siddaramaiah clarified that a decision will be taken only after consulting the State Commercial Taxes Department and the Union government.
- Deputy CM’s Assurance: K. Shivakumar asked traders not to worry, stating that notices are only being issued to businesses with a turnover of over ₹40 lakh.
Relevant Constitutional Articles:1. Article 246A – ○ Empowers both Parliament and State Legislatures to make laws with respect to GST. 2. Article 269A – ○ Deals with levy and collection of GST on inter-state trade or commerce, which is collected by the Centre and distributed between the Union and the States. 3. Article 279A – ○ Provides for the GST Council, which is responsible for making recommendations on GST-related issues, including rates, exemptions, and procedures. Connection to the News:● The GST notices to traders for UPI transactions fall under the taxation authority derived from Article 246A. |
National Moth Week (NMW)
- Dates: July 19 to 27, 2025
- Aim: A global initiative to raise awareness about moths and their vital role in the ecosystem.
- Objective: Document and celebrate moth diversity, connect people with nature, and enhance scientific research through citizen participation.
India’s Participation:
- India has been a vibrant participant since 2013.
- Participants (individuals, families, and organizations) can register public or private events on the official website (org).
Bengaluru Highlights:
- Public talk: Conducted earlier in Bengaluru.
- Moth-trapping session: Hosted at Nature Conservation Foundation.
- Upcoming event: Moth-watching session planned at ATREE (Ashoka Trust for Research in Ecology and the Environment)
Importance of Moths:
- Moths are crucial pollinators and play an important role in the food chain.
- Estimated 5 – 2 lakh moth species worldwide with stunning diversity in color, patterns, and size.
Often misunderstood, they are as ecologically significant as butterflies.
