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Innovatus Entertainment Networks Ltd faces a significant GST penalty notice from DGGI Bangalore while also appointing a new director. The company plans to contest the penalty of INR 7,89,97,205 and INR 8,39,12,49. Additionally, the approval of financial results for multiple periods has been delayed until July 13, 2026
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Innovatus Entertainment Networks Ltd disclosed that its Board received a show cause notice from the Directorate General of GST Intelligence (DGGI) Bangalore proposing penalties totaling INR 7,89,97,205 and INR 8,39,12,49. The notice, identified as SCN no DGGI/INT/INTL/1506/2024-Gr C-01-O/o Pr ADG-DGGI-ZU-BENGALURU, cites sections 122(1)(ii) and 122(1)(vii) of the Central Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017. The company stated that it believes the notice is incorrect and is preparing to challenge the findings before the adjudicating authorities.
The Board of Directors met on July 8, 2026, at the registered office to address the penalty notice and other governance matters. During the meeting, the Board considered and approved the appointment of Mr. Kanakanjan Nag (DIN 11277391) as an Additional Director of the company effective July 8, 2026. The appointment is subject to regularization by shareholders in the upcoming Annual General Meeting or Extraordinary General Meeting
Citing the preoccupation of the auditor, the Board decided to postpone the approval of the audited and unaudited Standalone and Consolidated Financial Results. The delayed results pertain to the half-year and full year ended March 31, 2025, the half-year ended September 30, 2025, and the half-year and full year ended March 31, 2026. The company announced that the next board meeting will be held on July 13, 2026, specifically to approve these financial statements
Key Board Decisions
| Agenda Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Appointment | Mr. Kanakanjan Nag appointed as Additional Director effective July 8, 2026. |
| GST Notice | Received SCN from DGGI Bangalore proposing penalties under CGST Act, 2017. |
| Financial Results | Approval postponed due to auditor preoccupation; next meeting on July 13, 2026. |
What is the estimated timeline for the adjudication process regarding the GST penalty notice?
How will the potential financial liability impact Innovatus Entertainment’s liquidity and capital allocation plans?
What specific qualifications does Mr. Kanakanjan Nag bring that align with the company’s strategic goals during this period of regulatory scrutiny?
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