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No TDS on Transport Payments: Declaration Format Under Income Tax Act 2025

Income Tax : Transporters can avoid TDS deduction by submitting a declaration confirming ownership of not more than ten goods vehicles. The key...

April 21, 2026 156 Views 0 comment Print

ITR Filing FY 2025-26: Step by Step Guide for Salaried Professionals

Income Tax : Highlights that selecting the incorrect portal tab can lead to data mismatches and filing errors. Emphasizes the need to use the c...

April 21, 2026 333 Views 0 comment Print

Selling Trust: The Quiet Problem of Product Mis-Selling in Indian Banking

Income Tax : Explains how commission-driven incentives in banks lead to mis-selling of financial products. Highlights the need for structural r...

April 21, 2026 150 Views 0 comment Print

Addition Deleted Due to Lack of Corroborative Evidence in Search-Based Case

Income Tax : ITAT held that additions based solely on third-party search material without independent evidence or cross-examination are invalid...

April 21, 2026 183 Views 0 comment Print

Computerization of Form 121 (Earlier Form 15G & Form 15H)

Income Tax : A new digital framework is suggested to replace manual Form 121 processes and streamline TDS exemption declarations. The proposal ...

April 21, 2026 2712 Views 0 comment Print


Latest News


CBDT Refutes Allegations of Tax Raid, Terms Claims Baseless; Complaint Filed with Election Commission & Police

Income Tax : The tax department clarified that no search or restriction was carried out against the individual. It termed the allegations basel...

April 21, 2026 54 Views 0 comment Print

CAAS Moves Supreme Court on ITAT Vacancies

Income Tax : The issue concerns massive backlog in ITAT caused by unfilled positions and delayed appointments. The intervention highlights that...

April 18, 2026 228 Views 0 comment Print

Massive Tax Irregularities Found Due to Improper Deductions by Banks & NBFCs: CAG

Income Tax : The audit found widespread incorrect claims of deductions for bad debts and reserves. It highlights the need for stricter verifica...

April 6, 2026 3336 Views 0 comment Print

Free Live Webinar: Decoding the New Income Tax Act, 2025

Income Tax : This webinar breaks down the major structural and conceptual changes introduced in the new Income Tax Act, 2025. It helps professi...

April 5, 2026 7959 Views 0 comment Print

Representation for enhancement of monetary limit for SMC cases before ITAT

Income Tax : A representation seeks doubling the SMC threshold due to inflation and higher dispute values. The key takeaway is that increasing ...

April 4, 2026 876 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Judiciary


SC Dismisses Appeal Due to Delay, HC Ruling on No PE and Offshore Taxability Stands

Income Tax : The Supreme Court declined to condone delay, thereby upholding the High Court’s conclusion that the liaison office did not const...

April 21, 2026 69 Views 0 comment Print

Offshore Supply Income Not Taxable in India Due to Absence of Business Connection: Delhi HC

Income Tax : The judgment confirms that income from offshore equipment supply is not taxable where transactions occur outside India. The liaiso...

April 21, 2026 102 Views 0 comment Print

Income Tax Appeal Reinstated as Delay due to Bona Fide Belief & COVID-19 Disruption

Income Tax : The Tribunal held that lack of awareness of the assessment order and limited knowledge of tax law constituted sufficient cause for...

April 21, 2026 66 Views 0 comment Print

Reopening Valid Where Income Escapement Based on Search-Derived Information

Income Tax : The Tribunal confirmed addition of unexplained investments where the assessee could not substantiate the source of deposits. The r...

April 21, 2026 69 Views 0 comment Print

Wage Arrears Deduction Allowed as Liability Accrued from Pay Revision Effective Date

Income Tax : The Tribunal held that wage arrears arising from pay revision constitute an accrued liability from the effective date. The provisi...

April 21, 2026 63 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Notifications


Income Tax Notification Corrected Due to Technical Errors in Rules & References

Income Tax : A corrigendum fixes multiple drafting and referencing mistakes in income tax rules. The update ensures clarity without altering su...

April 17, 2026 666 Views 0 comment Print

Transition from Form 15G/15H to Consolidated Form 121 for TDS-exempted Incomes

Income Tax : The new tax regime introduces Form 121 as a single declaration replacing Forms 15G and 15H. It simplifies TDS exemption compliance...

April 15, 2026 1956 Views 0 comment Print

Corrigendum to Notification of Income tax return Form U

Income Tax : CBDT clarified the presentation of error categories in Form U. The update ensures clearer reporting of incorrect income heads and ...

April 11, 2026 447 Views 0 comment Print

Corrigendum to Notification of Income tax return Form 7 (ITR 7)

Income Tax : The corrigendum corrects technical errors in multiple ITR schedules, including CG and CYLA. It ensures accurate reporting and smoo...

April 11, 2026 153 Views 0 comment Print

Corrigendum to Notification of Income tax return Form 6 (ITR 6)

Income Tax : CBDT corrected multiple clerical and structural errors across income tax return schedules. The changes ensure accurate reporting a...

April 11, 2026 168 Views 0 comment Print


Income Tax Form 171: Application form for Authorised Income-tax Practitioner

March 27, 2026 3039 Views 1 comment Print

Individuals must file Form 171 to become authorised tax practitioners. Without approval, they cannot represent taxpayers before authorities.

Income Tax Form 168: Annual Information Statement of Financial Transactions

March 27, 2026 1188 Views 0 comment Print

AIS provides a full record of financial transactions linked to PAN. It helps taxpayers verify income and avoid reporting errors.

Income Tax Form No. 164: Statement u/s 507 for Film Producers & Specified Activities

March 27, 2026 201 Views 0 comment Print

The issue involved mandatory reporting obligations for film and specified activities under the new tax regime. The framework requires disclosure of payments exceeding ₹50,000 along with TDS details. The key takeaway is that enhanced transparency and structured reporting are central to compliance.

Income Tax Form 163: Reporting indirect transfers of assets located in India

March 27, 2026 297 Views 0 comment Print

Form 163 requires Indian concerns to report indirect transfers of assets in India involving non-residents. The key takeaway is that this is a compulsory compliance obligation even though no tax is payable. Timely filing ensures avoidance of penalties.

Income Tax Form 162: Annual Statement for Liaison Offices in India

March 27, 2026 207 Views 0 comment Print

Non-resident entities must file Form 162 annually to report liaison office activities. Failure can result in penalties and regulatory action.

Income Tax Form 161: Application for Immunity from Penalty and Prosecution

March 27, 2026 516 Views 0 comment Print

Taxpayers who accept assessment orders and choose not to appeal can apply for immunity using Form 161. The key takeaway is that opting out of litigation is essential to claim relief. This promotes faster dispute resolution and certainty.

Income Tax Form No. 160: Section 434 Application for Refund of excess TDS

March 27, 2026 333 Views 0 comment Print

This explains when a deductor can claim a refund using Form 160 where tax was wrongly deducted. The key takeaway is that refund is granted only after proving that no TDS was legally required.

Income Tax Form 159: Tax Clearance Certificate Issued by Assessing Officer

March 27, 2026 507 Views 0 comment Print

The tax authority issues Form 159 only after verifying compliance through Form 158. Without this certificate, specified individuals cannot leave India.

Income Tax Form 158: Application for Tax Clearance Certificate Before Leaving India

March 27, 2026 705 Views 0 comment Print

Individuals directed by tax authorities must file Form 158 before leaving India. The rule ensures tax compliance, failing which departure may be restricted.

CBDT Grants Section 10(46) Tax Exemption to District Legal Services Authority, Panipat

March 27, 2026 162 Views 0 comment Print

The notification grants exemption under Section 10(46) as the authority performs non-commercial legal aid functions. It covers grants, fees, and interest income. The ruling ensures tax relief subject to compliance with statutory conditions.

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