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Difference Between Agricultural Income & Non-Agricultural Income: A Legal & Taxation Perspective

February 18, 2026 1254 Views 0 comment Print

Explains the legal distinction between agricultural and non-agricultural income under the Income Tax Act, 1961. Highlights tax exemption rules and conditions for agricultural income.

Commercial Property Not a Residential House for Section 54F Exemption: ITAT Chennai in Kesavan Vanithamani Vs. ITO

February 18, 2026 828 Views 0 comment Print

Tribunal held that a commercial tannery cannot be treated as a residential house merely because rent is taxed under “House Property.” Section 54F exemption cannot be denied on such technical classification.

Residential Status and its Impact on Tax liability under Income Tax Act, 2025

February 18, 2026 1371 Views 0 comment Print

Explains how residential status determines tax liability under the Income Tax Act, 2025. Clarifies who is taxed on global income and who is taxed only on domestic income.

Overseas Commission Under-Invoicing Case – Penalty reduced, LTC Relief Granted

February 18, 2026 378 Views 0 comment Print

The Tribunal held that export values were reduced to account for overseas commission payments, violating Section 7 of FEMA. However, penalties were substantially reduced considering the facts and partial relief was granted.

Allahabad HC Set Aside GST Order for Not Serving Physical Notice After Registration Cancellation

February 18, 2026 1290 Views 0 comment Print

The High Court quashed an adjudication order as the notice was served only electronically after GST registration cancellation. Physical service under Section 169 was held mandatory.

Crypto Tax Maze: Untangling Taxation of Virtual Digital Assets in India

February 18, 2026 696 Views 0 comment Print

Introduction The story of cryptocurrency in India has been a roller-coaster ride, to say the least. From the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) ‘shadow ban’ in 2018 to the Supreme Court’s landmark judgment in Internet and Mobile Association of India v. RBI (2020), the journey has been one of ups and downs for the cryptocurrency […]

Resident or Non-Resident? The Fundamental Tax Question That Determines Your Entire Income

February 18, 2026 1176 Views 0 comment Print

This article explains how residential status under the Income-tax Act, 1961 determines whether India can tax your global income or only India-sourced income. It highlights statutory tests, classifications, and judicial principles governing tax jurisdiction.

Revised Draft RBI (Small Finance Banks – Responsible Business Conduct) Second Amendment Directions, 2026

February 18, 2026 849 Views 0 comment Print

The draft amendments mandate structured recovery policies and strict conduct standards for SFBs. Harsh practices and improper recovery methods are expressly prohibited.

Madras HC Dismisses Revenue Appeal on 80IA & 80HHC Deduction Computation

February 18, 2026 657 Views 0 comment Print

The Court held that losses already set off in earlier years cannot be notionally carried forward for computing deduction under Section 80IA. The ruling follows binding precedent restricting retrospective reworking of absorbed losses.

CESTAT Delhi Allows Service Tax Paid Under Partner’s PAN as Firm Liability Discharge

February 18, 2026 351 Views 0 comment Print

The Tribunal held that service tax paid under a partner’s registration can be adjusted against the firm’s liability. However, liability as a sub-contractor was upheld.

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