SC seeks a response from the Centre on petitions challenging the constitutional validity of the imposition of 28% GST on online gaming companies

On January 08, 2024 (yesterday), the Supreme Court (SC) sought a response from the Centre on a batch of petitions challenging the constitutional validity of the imposition of 28% GST (Goods and Services Tax) on online gaming companies. The petitions were filed by online gaming companies including Head Digital Works, Games 24X7, and Dream 11. The bench comprising Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud, Justice Manoj Misra, and Justice J.B. Pardiwala issued a notice seeking a response from the Centre after hearing the arguments and contentions of Senior Advocate (SA) Harish Salve appearing for the gaming companies. During the court proceedings, Additional Solicitor General N Venkataraman argued for the Centre Government. Earlier on December 15, 2023, the SC refused to pass an interim order against 28% GST demand notices to online gaming companies and posted the hearing on January 08, 2024.