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Why Does India’s ITR Deadline Always Need an Extension?

Income Tax : The article argues that recurring demands for ITR deadline extensions arise from delayed AIS updates, late utility releases, and t...

June 9, 2026 2301 Views 1 comment Print

Comprehensive Guide to Maintenance of Books of Accounts

Income Tax : Section 44AA mandates maintenance of books by specified professionals and eligible businesses based on income or turnover limits. ...

June 9, 2026 19704 Views 0 comment Print

Taxability of concessional or interest-free loan perquisite by Employee

Income Tax : Employer-provided interest-free or concessional loans are taxable as salary perquisites due to the financial benefit enjoyed by em...

June 9, 2026 46032 Views 1 comment Print

Taxation of Employee Stock Option Plan (ESOP)

Income Tax : ESOPs are taxed as salary perquisites on allotment based on FMV at exercise. Eligible start-up employees can defer TDS and tax pay...

June 9, 2026 41898 Views 0 comment Print

Updated Return of Income: Rules, Eligibility and Filing Process

Income Tax : Taxpayers can file updated returns within 48 months of the assessment year by paying additional tax. The provision promotes volunt...

June 9, 2026 14640 Views 0 comment Print


Latest News


Income Tax Superintendent Caught by CBI in Bribery Case Linked to PAN Deletion

Income Tax : The CBI apprehended an Income Tax Office Superintendent in Odisha after he was allegedly caught accepting a bribe for deleting a d...

June 6, 2026 6001 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT Prioritizes Old Appeals as Rising Pendency Requires Urgent Disposal Measures

Income Tax : The Income Tax Appellate Tribunal has proposed a priority disposal mechanism for appeals filed up to and including 2022 in respons...

June 5, 2026 213 Views 0 comment Print

Request for Rationalisation and Merger of TDS Return Codes 1023 & 1024

Income Tax : A representation has urged CBDT to merge TDS return codes 1023 and 1024, arguing that both apply to the same contract payments wit...

June 4, 2026 1557 Views 0 comment Print

Reduce CASS 2026 Scrutiny Cases Due to New Income Tax Act Transition Challenges: ITGOA

Income Tax : Association requested CBDT to rationalize CASS 2026 case selection considering the administrative burden caused by implementation ...

May 21, 2026 3663 Views 1 comment Print

Representation for timely release of e-filing utilities for ITR for AY 2026-27

Income Tax : KSCAA requested the CBDT to release e-filing utilities and schemas for AY 2026-27 without delay, stating that pending utilities ar...

May 13, 2026 3939 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Judiciary


LTCG Exemption Denied as 3072% Returns Failed Human Test Probability

Income Tax : ITAT Chandigarh held that the assessee could not establish the authenticity of the purchase transactions underlying the LTCG claim...

June 9, 2026 45 Views 0 comment Print

SC Upholds LTCG Addition as Extraordinary Penny Stock Gains Defied Business Logic

Income Tax : The High Court upheld denial of Section 10(38) exemption after concurrent findings established that the share transactions lacked ...

June 9, 2026 54 Views 0 comment Print

Delhi HC Upholds LTCG Addition on Extraordinary 4910% Returns from Penny Stock

Income Tax : The Delhi High Court upheld the denial of Section 10(38) exemption after finding that the authorities had rightly treated the shar...

June 9, 2026 69 Views 0 comment Print

AO cannot finalize assessment before completion of DRP mechanism: Karnataka HC

Income Tax : The High Court held that issuing a demand notice along with a draft assessment order violated the mandatory procedure under Sectio...

June 9, 2026 60 Views 0 comment Print

Karnataka HC Rejects Ad Hoc Expenditure Disallowance as Books of Account were accepted

Income Tax : The Court found that the ITAT wrongly held there was no business income despite the assessment record showing income under “Busi...

June 9, 2026 60 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Notifications


CBDT Issues Complete Income Tax Scrutiny Guidelines for FY 2026-27

Income Tax : The CBDT has identified specific categories of taxpayers whose returns will be compulsorily selected for complete scrutiny during ...

June 7, 2026 41652 Views 1 comment Print

Income-Tax (Amendment) Commencement Ordinance, 2026

Income Tax : The Ordinance exempts interest income and capital gains arising from Government securities for Foreign Institutional Investors and...

June 6, 2026 516 Views 0 comment Print

CBDT Notifies Infrastructure Sub-Sectors as Eligible Businesses Under Income Tax Act 2025

Income Tax : The Central Government has specified infrastructure sub-sectors from the Updated Harmonised Master List as eligible businesses und...

June 2, 2026 474 Views 0 comment Print

CBDT Approves National Institute of Advanced Studies as Scientific Research Institution  

Income Tax : CBDT has granted scientific research approval under the Income-tax Act, 2025, enabling eligible donations to qualify for tax benef...

May 30, 2026 153 Views 0 comment Print

CBDT Approves S. Nijalingappa Sugar Institute for Scientific Research Tax Benefit Eligibility 

Income Tax : CBDT has granted scientific research approval under the Income-tax Act, 2025, allowing eligible donations to qualify for tax benef...

May 30, 2026 135 Views 0 comment Print


CBDT Issues Complete Income Tax Scrutiny Guidelines for FY 2026-27

June 7, 2026 41652 Views 1 comment Print

The CBDT has identified specific categories of taxpayers whose returns will be compulsorily selected for complete scrutiny during FY 2026-27. The guidelines cover survey, search, reassessment, tax-evasion, exemption, and recurring addition cases.

Taxation of Charitable & Religious Trusts: A Guide to Sections 11–13

June 7, 2026 3951 Views 1 comment Print

This analysis explains how charitable and religious trusts qualify for exemption under Sections 11 to 13 of the Income-tax Act. It highlights application of income, accumulation rules, anti-abuse provisions, and a detailed computation model for exempt and taxable income.

Calculating Relief Under Sections 89 & 89A: Tax Benefits Explained

June 7, 2026 61629 Views 2 comments Print

This guide explains how employees can claim relief when salary, pension, or other benefits are received in arrears or advance. It outlines the conditions, calculation method, and filing requirements under Section 89.

HUF Taxation in India: A Complete Guide to HUF Tax Treatment

June 7, 2026 24552 Views 0 comment Print

This guide explains how a Hindu Undivided Family is taxed based on its residential status and the status of its Karta. It highlights the scope of taxation for resident and non-resident HUFs under the Income-tax Act.

Understanding TDS on Immovable Property Purchases: A Buyer’s Guide

June 7, 2026 7182 Views 0 comment Print

Section 194-IA requires buyers of immovable property to deduct TDS at 1% when the sale consideration or stamp duty value is ₹50 lakh or more. The guide explains deduction, deposit, reporting requirements, and consequences of non-compliance.

Taxability of excess consideration received on shares issued at a premium

June 7, 2026 26061 Views 1 comment Print

The document highlights that start-ups enjoying exemption must comply with prescribed restrictions on investments and asset acquisitions. Failure to meet these conditions can result in taxation of excess premium and penalty consequences.

TDS on Rent by Certain Individual or HUF under Section 194-IB

June 7, 2026 20106 Views 0 comment Print

The Income Tax Department has clarified that individuals and HUFs paying rent above ₹50,000 per month must deduct TDS under Section 194-IB. The guide explains deduction rates, compliance requirements, and filing procedures.

Section 194Q Explained: TDS on Goods Purchase in India

June 7, 2026 25659 Views 0 comment Print

The guide outlines exemptions available to government departments, specified non-residents, and transactions in securities traded through recognized exchanges. These exclusions help define the scope of the provision.

Section 194S: TDS on transfer of Virtual Digital Assets (VDA)

June 7, 2026 14682 Views 0 comment Print

The guide provides detailed rules for VDA transfers executed through exchanges, brokers, and payment gateways. It identifies who is responsible for deducting tax in different transaction structures and compliance scenarios.

Understanding Section 194R: TDS on Business and Professional Benefits

June 7, 2026 11694 Views 0 comment Print

The document explains that deduction under Section 194R is required even without examining whether the benefit is taxable in the recipient’s hands. The obligation arises solely from providing the benefit or perquisite.

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