Many taxpayers wrongly assume paying GST on sale value is sufficient when selling capital goods. The law requires comparing reduced ITC with transaction tax, and failure leads to tax demands and interest liability.
The bill proposes extensive amendments across corporate laws, including LLPs, audits, and director regulations. It aims to improve transparency, simplify compliance, and strengthen enforcement mechanisms.
The article explains that accounting treatment differs significantly between standalone and consolidated financial statements. It highlights that Ind AS 105 applies mainly at the consolidated level, not for measurement in standalone accounts.
The ITAT held that the enhanced ₹25 lakh leave encashment exemption is a beneficial and curative amendment and can apply retrospectively to earlier retirees. The ruling enables eligible taxpayers to claim refunds despite earlier ₹3 lakh limits, though the issue awaits final judicial settlement.
The Budget combines strong capital spending with wide-ranging tax simplification measures. The key takeaway is reduced litigation and easier compliance without compromising fiscal discipline.
Courts have held that once TDS is deducted from salary, the employee cannot be asked to pay tax again merely because the employer failed to deposit it. Recovery must be pursued only against the employer.
The court held that ITC cannot be denied to a genuine purchaser merely because the supplier failed to pay GST. Bona fide transactions without fraud or collusion must not attract reversal of credit.
Explains why TCS under section 206C(1G) applies to overseas remittances and tour packages. The key takeaway is that TCS is a reporting mechanism, adjustable or refundable, not a final tax cost.
Explains when home-loan interest can be added to the cost of acquisition and how the AY 2024-25 amendment blocks double benefits. Key takeaway: unclaimed pre-construction interest may still matter for earlier years.
Explains why massive penalties were introduced under the new data protection law and highlights the compliance duties, rights, and enforcement framework that organisations must follow.