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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 3042 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 6007 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 1566 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 3669 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 39 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 51 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 66 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 63 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 42840 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


Cash Deposits Not Unexplained Due to Proven Sale Consideration: ITAT Deletes Addition

April 6, 2026 459 Views 0 comment Print

The issue involved addition under Section 69A for demonetization cash deposits. The Tribunal held that once sale consideration was accepted as source, the addition could not be sustained.

Taxation of Life Insurance Policies under Income Tax Act, 1961

April 6, 2026 1956 Views 0 comment Print

Even where premium limits are exceeded, death benefits continue to be fully exempt. This ensures protection for beneficiaries. The takeaway is that exemption rules differ for survival and death benefits.

Virtual Digital Assets (VDAs) under Income-tax Act, 1961

April 6, 2026 873 Views 0 comment Print

The provisions mandate taxation of VDA transfers at a flat 30% rate without allowing deductions except cost of acquisition. The key takeaway is that strict computation rules limit tax benefits and increase effective tax liability.

Tax on Winnings From Online Games: Section 115BBJ of Income-tax Act, 1961

April 6, 2026 714 Views 0 comment Print

The issue concerns taxation of income from online games. The law mandates a flat 30% tax regardless of skill or chance. The key takeaway is uniform taxation across all gaming activities.

Tonnage Tax Scheme (TTS) under Chapter XII-G of Income-tax Act

April 6, 2026 600 Views 0 comment Print

Companies must maintain distinct books and furnish audit reports for the tonnage business. Non-compliance invalidates the scheme for the year. The takeaway is strict adherence to record-keeping rules.

Section 10(23C) Exemption to Educational, Medical, Charitable & Religious Institutions

April 6, 2026 1512 Views 0 comment Print

The framework clarifies that exemption is contingent upon strict compliance with approval, filing, and income application rules. It holds that violations such as improper use of funds or failure to meet conditions can lead to denial of exemption and taxation.

Taxation of Political Parties and Electoral Trust

April 6, 2026 507 Views 0 comment Print

Political parties must maintain detailed records of donors for large contributions. Lack of proper documentation can lead to denial of exemption. The key takeaway is enhanced accountability in political funding.

Income Tax Return and Updated Return under Income-tax Act, 1961

April 6, 2026 3285 Views 0 comment Print

The issue relates to consequences of delayed return filing. Benefits such as deductions and loss carry forward are denied if returns are not filed on time. The ruling highlights strict adherence to due dates.

Form No. 48: Transfer Pricing Certification under Income-tax Act, 2025

April 6, 2026 2607 Views 0 comment Print

The issue concerns replacement of Form 3CEB with a new reporting framework. The reform mandates structured reporting with enhanced disclosures and digital integration for transfer pricing compliance.

Form 141: TDS Framework for Contractors & Professionals from 01.04.2026

April 6, 2026 1581 Views 0 comment Print

The new law mandates TDS reporting through Form 141 Schedule C for payments to contractors and professionals. The key takeaway is structured, detailed reporting with stricter compliance timelines.

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