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ACIT (TDS) Vs Artemis Medicares Services Ltd (ITAT Delhi)
The case of ACIT (TDS) Vs Artemis Medicares Services Ltd, adjudicated by the ITAT Delhi, intricately delves into the nuances of the applicability of TDS provisions, particularly emphasizing the critical requirement for the clear identification of payees. This detailed analysis aims to dissect the pivotal aspects of the dispute, the legal reasoning employed by the tribunal, and the broader implications of the ruling.
Introduction: The appeal by the Revenue and the cross-objection by Artemis Medicares Services Ltd for the Assessment Year 2012-13 emerge from the scrutiny of TDS provisions under sections 201(1) and 201(1A) of the Income Tax Act, 1961. The focal point of contention revolves around the deductor’s obligations for tax deduction at source and the significance of identifying the payees for such deductions.
Factual Background: The core of the dispute traces back to the TDS survey conducted at the premises of Artemis Medicares Services Ltd, where it was revealed that payments made to doctors were subjected to TDS under section 194J instead of section 192. The Revenue’s stance challenged the treatment of these payments, advocating that they should be considered as salary, thus necessitating TDS under section 192.
Revenue’s Argument: The Revenue contended that the payments to doctors fell under the ambit of salary payments, thereby requiring TDS under section 192. They argued that the failure to deduct tax accordingly resulted in short deduction and consequential interest liabilities amounting to Rs. 7,07,08,085 for FY 2011-12.
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