Tribunal Rules M&A Services as Taxable Business Consultancy; Upholds Penalties, Orders Recalculation of Tax and Penalty.

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....The case involves the classification of services as Management or Business Consultant Services for tax purposes, specifically in relation to merger and acquisitions. The tribunal held that services provided by the appellant fall under Business and Management Consultant Services based on their brochure and a Board clarification. The Chennai Bench decision emphasized that management tasks extend beyond core business activities. The appellant's services also include Legal Consultancy Services, which should be excluded from tax calculation pre-2009. The tribunal upheld the levy of tax on merger and acquisition services, citing a 2001 Board circular. The appellant's failure to register and pay tax was deemed non-bonafide, justifying the extended.........