The 2026 FEMA Regulations replace the fragmented 2015 framework with a single, consolidated regime for goods and services. The key takeaway is simplified compliance and stronger monitoring of foreign exchange flows.
The Tribunal held that a penalty order issued after the death of the assessee is void ab initio. Since notices were not served on legal heirs, the penalty under section 271AAC was set aside.
The Tribunal held that additions based solely on third-party GST information and suspicion cannot be sustained without independent investigation, restricting estimation to 1% of sales.
The Tribunal ruled that compensation and hardship allowance received during redevelopment are capital receipts and cannot be taxed as income from other sources.
A health-linked pension scheme is introduced on a pilot basis under the regulatory sandbox. The key takeaway is a controlled test of medical expense support within NPS before wider rollout.
The amendment revises eligibility and experience criteria for key personnel in fund management entities, allowing greater flexibility for professionally qualified candidates. The key takeaway is wider access to talent without diluting regulatory oversight.
Reserve Bank of India has issued draft guidelines to streamline loan resolution and relief measures for borrowers affected by natural calamities across banks, NBFCs, and financial institutions. The framework introduces a principle-based approach, special resolution windows, and continued ‘standard’ asset classification, with implementation proposed from April 1, 2026.
Holding in favour of the assessee, the Tribunal clarified that explained capital supported by documentary proof cannot be treated as unexplained income.
The ruling clarifies that Rule 46A is not breached when additional evidence is remanded but the Assessing Officer fails to respond. Relief granted by the CIT(A) in such cases remains valid.
Whether outstanding purchase consideration can be treated as unexplained money. Addition quashed. Takeaway: Deferred payments later settled via banks with TDS cannot be taxed on suspicion.
