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ITAT Mumbai Set Aside Order for Failure to Hear AO in Section 248 Appeal

January 5, 2026 342 Views 0 comment Print

The Tribunal remanded the case because the Commissioner (Appeals) decided a Section 248 appeal without hearing the Assessing Officer. The ruling highlights that statutory hearing requirements under Section 250 must be followed.

Section 14A disallowance cannot be added to section 115JB book profits: Delhi HC

January 5, 2026 366 Views 0 comment Print

The High Court held that Fringe Benefit Tax and Section 14A disallowance cannot be added while computing MAT under Section 115JB. The ruling confirms that only adjustments expressly permitted by law can alter book profits.

Penny Stock Addition Deleted for Lack of Specific Evidence

January 5, 2026 348 Views 0 comment Print

The issue was whether share sale proceeds could be taxed as unexplained based on general investigation reports. The Tribunal held that without concrete evidence linking the assessee to manipulation, additions cannot survive.

RBI (All India Financial Institutions – Financial Statements: Presentation and Disclosures) – Amendment Directions, 2026

January 5, 2026 315 Views 0 comment Print

RBI has amended financial statement disclosure norms to include granular reporting of related party exposures. The move strengthens oversight of credit risk and governance.

Penalty Quashed for Mismatch Between Notice and Final Charge

January 5, 2026 438 Views 0 comment Print

The issue was whether penalty could be sustained when the notice alleged under-reporting but the order punished misreporting. The Tribunal held such variance impermissible, rendering the penalty void.

153A Addition Deleted for Lack of Incriminating Material

January 5, 2026 219 Views 0 comment Print

The issue was whether LTCG could be taxed in a search assessment without incriminating evidence for the year. The Tribunal held that, absent such material, additions under section 153A are unsustainable.

Step-by-Step Guide to Secure Browser Download for Online CS Exams

January 5, 2026 996 Views 0 comment Print

This guide explains how to log in, download, install, and run the Secure Examination Browser. It highlights key precautions like disabling pop-up blockers and ensuring stable internet connectivity.

PFRDA introduces policy reforms to promote sustainable growth of NPS

January 5, 2026 375 Views 0 comment Print

Regulators have opened the door for banks to independently set up pension funds under strict eligibility norms. The move is aimed at improving competition, governance, and subscriber protection in the NPS.

Small Company Thresholds Raised to Ease Compliance Burden

January 5, 2026 924 Views 0 comment Print

Paid-up capital and turnover limits were enhanced to widen the small company regime. The change reduces regulatory burden and expands access to compliance relaxations.

Section 263 Invoked Because Education Cess Claim Was Not Examined in Limited Scrutiny

January 5, 2026 243 Views 0 comment Print

The Tribunal upheld revision since business expenses were within limited scrutiny and education cess deduction was not verified. The key takeaway is that lack of enquiry on a covered issue makes the assessment erroneous and prejudicial to revenue.

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