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Don’t Blindly Trust Form 16: One Small Error Can Trigger a Huge Tax Demand

Income Tax : The case demonstrates how an incorrect exemption claim based on Form 16 led to scrutiny and penalty proceedings. The Tribunal ulti...

June 15, 2026 918 Views 0 comment Print

Advance Tax Provisions, Challan, e-payment Utility & Examples

Income Tax : This article explains the advance tax provisions under the Income-tax Act, including liability thresholds, exemptions, and instalm...

June 15, 2026 195129 Views 14 comments Print

Income Tax Offences liable to prosecution

Income Tax : This article outlines major offences under the Income-tax Act that may result in prosecution, including tax evasion, non-payment o...

June 15, 2026 58766 Views 4 comments Print

Power of Commissioner to Reduce or Waive Income Tax Penalty

Income Tax : This article explains the statutory powers of the Principal Commissioner or Commissioner to waive or reduce penalties in genuine c...

June 15, 2026 65059 Views 3 comments Print

Decoding Exempt Incomes Under Income Tax Act, 2025: From Section 10 to 11

Income Tax : Summary: The Income Tax Act, 2025 introduces a significant structural reform by relocating the exempt income provisions previousl...

June 15, 2026 138 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 6106 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 258 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 1743 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 3816 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 3999 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Judiciary


Reassessment Invalid as AO Made No Addition on Recorded Reasons for Reopening: ITAT Delhi

Income Tax : The Delhi ITAT held that additions made on transactions unrelated to the reasons recorded for reopening were beyond the Assessing ...

June 15, 2026 57 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT Restores Section 80G Application as Section 12AB Registration Was Already Directed

Income Tax : The ITAT Chandigarh held that once registration under Section 12AB had been directed to be granted, the primary basis for rejectin...

June 15, 2026 48 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT Quashes Section 153C Assessments as Block Period Must Be Counted From Satisfaction Date

Income Tax : The Delhi ITAT found that the Assessing Officer lacked legal authority to reopen assessment years lying outside the ten-year block...

June 15, 2026 63 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT Remands Cash Deposit Addition Case due to Lack of Merit-Based Adjudication

Income Tax : ITAT Chennai restored the matter to the Assessing Officer after finding that the assessment and appellate proceedings were conclud...

June 15, 2026 54 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT Allows Set-Off of Amalgamated Company’s Losses as Section 72A Conditions Were Fulfilled

Income Tax : ITAT Kolkata upheld the deletion of disallowance relating to brought forward losses of an amalgamating company after finding that ...

June 15, 2026 57 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 48057 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 678 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 540 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 198 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 162 Views 0 comment Print


No Section 194C TDS on payments to agents of foreign shipping companies

September 16, 2022 36684 Views 0 comment Print

Circular No. 723 dated 19.09.1995 – Section 172 applies to payments made to agents of foreign shipping companies so, section 194C not applies

ITAT deletes section 271(1)(b) penalty for inadequate time to reply & disputes between Partners

September 16, 2022 1509 Views 0 comment Print

Non-response to notice is because of disputes between Partners & Inadequate time to reply, so levy of penalty u/s. 271(1)(b) deleted.

Assessment order passed against dead assessee is invalid: HC

September 16, 2022 2466 Views 0 comment Print

No notice whatsoever was issued to the legal representative/s of the assessee before undertaking the re­assessment proceedings. Thus, the impugned re-assessment and the assessment order having been passed against the dead assessee, is invalid and the same cannot be sustained in the eyes of law.

Analysis of New Clarifications on TDS under section 194R

September 16, 2022 7041 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the latest insights on TDS under section 194R through a detailed analysis of new clarifications issued on 13th Sept. 2022 in Circular No. 18 of 2022-Income Tax. Uncover provisions, applicability, and nuances related to TDS on Business Promotion Expenses, addressing questions on various benefits, perks, and scenarios. Stay informed on the effective date and key considerations for compliance with the amended provisions.

Brief summary of section 44AA of Income Tax Act, 1961 with latest amendments

September 15, 2022 33906 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the essentials of Section 44AA of the Income Tax Act, 1961, with recent amendments. Learn about the obligations for professionals in legal, medical, engineering, architectural, accountancy, technical consultancy, interior decoration, and other notified professions. Understand the criteria for maintaining books of accounts based on income, turnover, and business setup.

Additional Guidelines under section 194R of Income Tax Act, 1961

September 15, 2022 3960 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the additional guidelines under Section 194R of the Income Tax Act, 1961 introduced by the Finance Act 2022. Learn about TDS, criteria, and exemptions. Delve into CBDT Circular 18 of 2022, covering aspects like loan settlement, expenses incurred by a pure agent, out-of-pocket expenses, group activities, and more. Stay informed on TDS exemptions for specific organizations and on bonus or right shares issued by companies with public interest. Stay compliant and make informed financial decisions.

Six Years Imprisonment with Fine of Rs. 1.50 Lakh to then DCIT

September 14, 2022 3261 Views 1 comment Print

Special Judge, CBI Cases, Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) has today sentenced Shri Arvind Mishra (an IRS-1989 Batch), then Deputy Commissioner, Income Tax, Lucknow to undergo six years Imprisonment with fine of Rs. 1.50 lakh in a CBI case.

Preserving and Applicability of Arm’s Length Principle

September 14, 2022 1872 Views 0 comment Print

While it may not be perfect, the member countries of the OECD focus have a tendency that the arm’s length principle should govern the judgment of transfer pricing between associated enterprises.

TDS under Section 194R: Additional Guidelines

September 14, 2022 5853 Views 1 comment Print

Explore the latest guidelines on TDS under Section 194R with insights from CBDT Circular No. 18 of 2022. Understand exemptions for one-time loan settlements, reimbursement of out-of-pocket expenses, and the impact on dealer conferences. Stay informed on issues like claiming depreciation, applicability to Embassies/High Commissions, and the treatment of bonus/right shares issuance. Disclaimer: This article offers general guidance; consult a tax professional for personalized advice based on your specific circumstances.

Key Takeaway from CBDT circular No. 18 of 2022 – TDS under section 194R

September 14, 2022 10434 Views 3 comments Print

Discover key insights from CBDT Circular No. 18 of 2022 dated 13th September, 2022, providing additional guidelines for difficulties under section 194R of the Income Tax Act, 1961. Learn about the clarification on one-time loan settlements, reimbursement of expenses, and challenges in identifying benefits in group activities. Stay informed about the latest updates to ensure compliance and avoid penalties. Disclaimer: This article is for general information purposes; consult tax professionals for personalized advice.

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