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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 2958 Views 2 comments Print

TDS Deduction for Specified Senior Citizens (Section 194P)

Income Tax : Senior citizens aged 75+ with only pension and bank interest income need not file ITR if a specified bank computes income and dedu...

June 9, 2026 12759 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 19740 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 46050 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 41931 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 6004 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 1563 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 3666 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


ITAT Deletes section 69 Addition as Revenue Failed to Prove Investment in Relevant Year

Income Tax : The Mumbai ITAT held that an addition under section 69 cannot survive when the Revenue fails to establish that the alleged investm...

June 10, 2026 Views 0 comment Print

No Interest Disallowance Without Nexus Between Borrowed Funds & Non-Business Advances: ITAT Lucknow

Income Tax : ITAT Lucknow held that disallowance of interest expenses cannot be sustained without evidence showing that interest-bearing funds ...

June 9, 2026 9 Views 0 comment Print

SC Refuses to Revive Reassessment as Original Scrutiny Had Examined Relevant Transactions & Details

Income Tax : SC dismissed Revenue’s plea after Gujarat HC held that even proposed additions would not alter MAT liability, defeating escapeme...

June 9, 2026 57 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT Kolkata Allows Additional Refund Interest Due to Delay in Giving Appeal Effect

Income Tax : The Tribunal held that the assessee was entitled to additional interest under Section 244A(1A) because the Assessing Officer faile...

June 9, 2026 48 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT Delhi Deletes SLS Disallowance as APA Covered Intra-Group Services

Income Tax : The Tribunal held that once Second Line Support services were examined and covered under an Advance Pricing Agreement, disallowanc...

June 9, 2026 45 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 42786 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 537 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


Income-tax Authorities: Hierarchy, Powers, Jurisdiction & Procedural Rules

April 9, 2026 2493 Views 0 comment Print

The framework outlines the hierarchy of tax authorities and the role of CBDT in administration. It clarifies that while CBDT can issue directions, it cannot influence assessment outcomes.

Advance Ruling under Income Tax

April 9, 2026 708 Views 0 comment Print

Only specified applicants such as non-residents, certain residents, and public sector companies can apply. The ruling clarifies tax implications within defined eligibility conditions.

Income Tax Search & Seizure: Powers, Procedures & Taxpayer Rights

April 9, 2026 1758 Views 0 comment Print

The framework clarifies that search operations can be initiated only when authorities have credible information and recorded reasons. It ensures that such powers are exercised with statutory safeguards and not arbitrarily.

Income Tax Recovery: Sections 222 to 230 and Rule 117B

April 9, 2026 717 Views 0 comment Print

he framework establishes that the correctness of a TRO-issued certificate cannot be disputed by the assessee. This ensures finality in recovery proceedings and allows authorities to proceed without re-examining the demand.

Penalties Imposable under Income-tax Act, 1961

April 9, 2026 849 Views 0 comment Print

The framework outlines penalties for defaults like under-reporting, TDS failures, and non-compliance, while allowing relief where reasonable cause is proven. It balances enforcement with procedural safeguards.

Prosecution for offences under Income Tax Act, 1961

April 9, 2026 1101 Views 0 comment Print

The framework outlines offences like tax evasion, non-filing of returns, and failure to pay TDS/TCS. It clarifies punishments, procedural safeguards, and when prosecution can be initiated.

Compounding of Income Tax Offences: Eligibility, Timelines & Conditions

April 9, 2026 666 Views 0 comment Print

The framework permits taxpayers to settle offences by paying prescribed compounding charges instead of facing prosecution. It clarifies eligibility, timelines, and conditions for acceptance or rejection.

Unexplained Income: Taxation under Sections 68 to 69D of Income-tax Act

April 9, 2026 855 Views 1 comment Print

Income without satisfactory explanation is taxed at a special high rate under Section 115BBE. The provisions place strict liability on taxpayers to justify the nature and source of funds.

Advance Income Tax: Procedure, Rules, Compliance & Prescribed Forms

April 9, 2026 387 Views 0 comment Print

The framework clarifies that advance tax becomes mandatory when estimated liability exceeds ₹10,000, with specific exemptions for certain taxpayers. It outlines computation, payment schedules, and consequences of non-compliance, emphasizing structured tax payment during the financial year.

TCS mechanism under Section 206C of Income-tax Act, 1961

April 9, 2026 858 Views 0 comment Print

The framework outlines when TCS must be collected on goods, services, and remittances. It clarifies applicable rates, timing, and compliance requirements under tax law.

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