Eternal Receives ₹3.70 Crore GST Demand Order for FY20, Plans Appeal

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Gurugram, January 7: Eternal Limited has received a tax demand order from the West Bengal state tax appellate authority for the period April 2019 to March 2020, involving a total financial exposure of approximately ₹3.70 crore, including tax, interest, and penalty.
The order, received on January 6, 2026, confirms a GST demand of ₹1.92 crore, along with interest of ₹1.58 crore and a penalty of ₹0.19 crore, arising from an assessment related to alleged short payment of output tax during the relevant financial year.

Breakup of Demand​

ParticularsAmount (₹)
GST Demand1,92,43,792
Interest1,58,12,070
Penalty19,24,380
Total Exposure3,69,80,242
The company has stated that it has evaluated the order and believes it has a strong case on merits, supported by opinions from external legal and tax advisors. Eternal has confirmed that it will pursue the matter further by filing an appeal before the appropriate authority.

Company Position​

Eternal clarified that the demand pertains to historical transactions and does not impact current business operations. The company continues to operate its platform and associated services without disruption.

About the Company​

Eternal Limited, formerly known as Zomato Limited, is a publicly listed Indian consumer internet company with operations spanning food delivery, dining, and allied services. The company is listed on both the BSE and NSE and continues to focus on expanding its digital ecosystem while addressing legacy matters through established legal processes.

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