GST return filing deadline may be extended by CBIC as GSTN reports portal is experiencing technical difficulties

Goods and service tax: The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) may consider to extend the GST return filing deadline as GSTN reports the portal is experiencing technical issues and is under maintenance. The deadline to file GSTR-1 is January 11, 2025 for the december tax period. If a supplier has not filed GSTR-1 then buyers can't claim input tax credit (ITC).