Rule 34 prescribes conditions for universities, colleges, and institutions seeking approval under Section 45(4), mandating separate books, audits, and detailed research reporting. The rule ensures research funds are properly utilised and monitored.
Rule 33 of the Draft Income-tax Rules, 2026 prescribes strict conditions for research associations seeking approval under Section 45(4). It mandates audit, reporting, donation tracking, and genuine research activity to retain approval.
Rule 32 of Draft Income-tax Rules, 2026 sets procedure, Form 17 filing, timelines, scrutiny, approval validity up to 5 years, deficiency process, and withdrawal norms under Section 45(4).
Draft Rule 31 requires research institutions and eligible companies to file Form 15 and issue Form 16 certificates to donors for claiming deductions under Section 45(4)(a). Without proper reporting and certification, deduction will not be allowed, making compliance mandatory.
Draft Rule 30 sets out the prescribed authorities, approval timeline, forms, and strict reporting conditions for sponsored scientific research under Section 45(3)(c). The rule mandates feasibility review, time-bound approval, audited accounts, and detailed progress reporting.
Draft Rule 29 defines the prescribed authorities, approval process, timelines, and compliance conditions for claiming scientific research deductions under Sections 45(1)(a)(ii) and 45(2). Companies must obtain DSIR approval and maintain audited, facility-wise records to qualify.
Draft Income-tax Rules 2026 mandate Form 5 for preliminary expense statements under Section 44 and Form 6 for audit reports under Sections 44 and 51. The rules clarify timelines, formats, and filing authorities to ensure compliance.
Madras HC Dismisses Plea Against GST Registration Cancellation Over Suspicious E-Way Bill, ITC Claims, Dual GST Registration at Same Premises and for Failure to Prove Physical Movement of Goods
ICAI has modified its earlier notification to remove Jhalawar from the Kota Branch jurisdiction. The change, effective February 2026, reflects administrative restructuring under the Chartered Accountants Regulations.
The government has permitted export of an additional 5 LMT of wheat flour under HS Code 1101, even though exports remain classified as Prohibited. Detailed procedures will be notified separately by DGFT.
