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Sale of Land with Old Residential Shed Qualifies for Section 54 Relief: ITAT Chandigarh

January 21, 2026 4287 Views 0 comment Print

The issue was whether sale involved only land or land with a residential house. The Tribunal ruled that the property sold included a residential structure, entitling the assessee to Section 54 exemption upon deposit in the capital gains scheme.

Inverted Duty Structure Refund: Can GST Department Ask on Averaging Months?

January 21, 2026 6597 Views 0 comment Print

The issue was whether refunds can be averaged across months. The key takeaway is that IDS refunds are strictly tax-period specific under GST law.

DRAT decision cannot be invalidated for mere delay in pronouncement of judgement

January 21, 2026 279 Views 0 comment Print

Delhi High Court held that mere delay in the pronouncement of a judgment, by itself, is not sufficient to invalidate the decision of Debts Recovery Appellate Tribunal [DRAT]. Accordingly, judgement of DRAT upheld and petition dismissed.

Addition u/s. 69A quashed as nature and source of deposit duly explained

January 21, 2026 1782 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT Indore held that addition under section 69A of the Income Tax Act towards unexplained deposit is unsustainable in law since the nature and source of the deposit is sufficiently explained. Accordingly, the appeal is allowed and addition u/s. 69A is deleted.

Why Most Crypto Exchanges Are Dead Before Anyone Ever Trades on Them?

January 21, 2026 495 Views 0 comment Print

This explains why many crypto exchanges stall despite securing licenses. The key takeaway is that execution after approval matters more than licensing itself.

Income-tax Scrutiny of Political Contributions under Section 80GGC: Legal Framework and Practical Approach

January 21, 2026 3417 Views 2 comments Print

This examines why deductions under section 80GGC are being questioned in assessments. The key takeaway is that compliance with statutory conditions and procedural safeguards protects genuine claims.

HUF under Income Tax Law: Guide on Formation, Taxation & Tax Planning

January 21, 2026 2589 Views 0 comment Print

This explains how an HUF is recognised as a separate taxable entity and how it is taxed. The key takeaway is that HUF remains a lawful and effective tax planning structure when used correctly.

Using A Systematic Withdrawal Plan Calculator To Plan Regular Income

January 21, 2026 537 Views 0 comment Print

This explains how SWPs create regular income while keeping capital invested. It highlights why calculators help structure assumptions around withdrawals and tenure.

Money Laundering In India: A Contemporary Judicial Analysis With Socio-Legal Implications

January 21, 2026 564 Views 0 comment Print

The case analysis explores whether India’s anti-money laundering framework is effective despite comprehensive legislation. Courts have adopted a tougher stance, but enforcement gaps and evolving methods dilute deterrence. The key takeaway is the need for stronger implementation and regulatory coordination.

ITAT Ahmedabad Upholds ₹2.40 Cr Disallowance u/s 40A(2)(b) for Excess Director Remuneration

January 21, 2026 930 Views 0 comment Print

Restoring the Assessing Officer’s findings, the Tribunal ruled that excessive salary to related directors can be disallowed when it substitutes dividend distribution. Reasonableness must be judged against comparable market remuneration.

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