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

February 18, 2026 108 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.

Calcutta HC Deleted Share Capital Addition as Assessee Proved Identity & Banking Trail

February 18, 2026 189 Views 0 comment Print

The High Court upheld deletion of ₹7.26 crore addition under Section 68 after finding that PAN, bank statements and audited financials established identity and creditworthiness. Suspicion without evidence was held insufficient.

Guwahati HC Sets Aside GST Registration Cancellation; Allows 30 Days to File Pending Returns

February 18, 2026 126 Views 0 comment Print

The High Court set aside cancellation of GST registration and directed the petitioner to file all pending returns within 30 days. Arrears including tax, interest, and penalties remain payable.

Residential Status under Income-tax Act, 1961: Why Your Tax Liability Begins with Where You Stand?

February 18, 2026 84 Views 0 comment Print

Explains how Section 6 determines whether global or only Indian income is taxable. Highlights differences between ROR, RNOR, and Non-Resident status.

Understanding Agricultural Income In India: Tax and Legal Principles

February 18, 2026 42 Views 0 comment Print

Explains how agricultural income is fully exempt under Section 10(1) but can impact tax rates on other income. Covers constitutional basis and partial integration rules.

ITAT Kolkata Quashed Reopening Because It Was Based on Mere Change of Opinion

February 18, 2026 138 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT Kolkata held that reassessment under Section 147 was invalid as it relied solely on existing records. In absence of new tangible material, reopening amounted to impermissible review.

Cross-Border Consultancy Services: A Comprehensive Tax & Accounting Framework Under Indian Laws

February 18, 2026 396 Views 0 comment Print

With the growing trend of Indian professionals providing consultancy services to overseas clients, understanding the tax and regulatory implications has become essential. Cross-border consultancy is not just about earning in foreign currency—it involves careful compliance under GST, Income Tax, FEMA, and proper Accounting of foreign exchange transactions. This article provides a practical overview of the […]

India’s External Commercial Borrowing Framework Gets Its Biggest Overhaul in Years

February 18, 2026 606 Views 0 comment Print

The Reserve Bank of India has notified the “Foreign Exchange Management (Borrowing and Lending) (First Amendment) Regulations, 2026” vide Notification No. FEMA 3(R)(5)/2026-RB dated 9th February 2026 effective immediately upon publication in the Official Gazette. The Reserve Bank of India hereby makes the following amendments to the Foreign Exchange Management (Borrowing and Lending) Regulations, 2018 […]

Limitation Survives if Ex-Parte GST Order Only Uploaded, Not Communicated; Appellate Order Unsustainable

February 18, 2026 177 Views 0 comment Print

Allahabad High Court held that limitation cannot run from mere portal upload of an ex-parte order. The appellate authority must reconsider limitation where no proper communication was made.

Reassessment Solely on Audit Objection Invalid; Rule of Law Overrides Revenue Considerations: Delhi HC

February 18, 2026 204 Views 0 comment Print

Delhi High Court held reassessment under Sections 147/148 cannot be initiated merely on an internal audit objection. Absence of new tangible material made reopening invalid.

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