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AO Cannot Apply 50% Presumptive Tax Rate Without Proof of Professional Income

April 2, 2026 558 Views 0 comment Print

The tribunal ruled that business income under section 44AD cannot be taxed using section 44ADA provisions. Presumptive schemes must be applied strictly as per law.

No Tax on Property Deals Within 10% Gap: ITAT Allows Safe Harbour on DVO Value

April 2, 2026 420 Views 0 comment Print

The tribunal held that the 10% safe harbour applies even to DVO valuations, not just stamp duty values. Minor valuation differences cannot trigger tax additions under section 56(2)(x).

Right To Be Considered For Promotion Is A Fundamental Right: P&H HC

April 2, 2026 2583 Views 0 comment Print

The Court found that authorities wrongly denied promotion by misreading applicable service rules. It granted notional promotion with consequential benefits. The key takeaway is that correct interpretation of rules is essential in promotion matters.

Companies with significantly higher turnover are not comparable: ITAT Bangalore

April 2, 2026 348 Views 0 comment Print

The issue was whether high-turnover companies can be compared with a smaller software service provider. The Tribunal held that companies with disproportionately large turnover must be excluded as they distort comparability due to scale advantages.

On-Money Additions Deleted as Based Solely on Third-Party Excel Data Without Proof & Opportunity to Cross-Examine Witness

April 2, 2026 1083 Views 0 comment Print

The case involved additions made solely on an Excel sheet and a third-party statement alleging cash payments. The Tribunal ruled that such unverified material, without independent evidence, cannot justify additions.

ITAT Upheld 200% Penalty for Bogus Political Donation Under Section 80GGC

April 2, 2026 1689 Views 0 comment Print

The issue was whether penalty applies when a bogus donation claim is withdrawn after detection. The Tribunal held that post-detection withdrawal is not voluntary, and penalty for misreporting was rightly imposed.

SEBI makes Prospectus investor friendly and removes practical bottlenecks

April 2, 2026 408 Views 0 comment Print

The amendments streamline IPO compliance and improve disclosure usability. Key takeaway: SEBI enhances ease of doing business while making IPO documents more accessible to retail investors.

Why Trading Education Matters Before Entering the Financial Markets

April 2, 2026 213 Views 0 comment Print

The issue highlights why most retail traders fail in financial markets. The content explains that structured education and disciplined risk management are essential for consistent trading perfor-mance.

Special Income Tax Audit Invalid Due to Lack of Proven Complexity in Accounts: Delhi HC

April 2, 2026 312 Views 0 comment Print

The case addressed whether a special audit can be ordered without establishing complexity or defects in accounts. The Court examined whether mechanical invocation of Section 142(2A) without proper justification is legally sustainable.

Extended 10-Year Reassessment Window Cannot Exclude Search Year: Gujarat HC

April 2, 2026 321 Views 0 comment Print

The Court ruled that the reassessment notice was invalid as it exceeded the statutory 10-year limit under Section 153A. It clarified that the search year must be included in computing the extended limitation period.

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