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Has Income-tax Act, 2025 Replaced Income-tax Act, 1961?

Income Tax : The Income-tax Act, 2025 has officially replaced the Income-tax Act, 1961 from 1st April 2026. The new law focuses on simplified l...

May 25, 2026 174 Views 1 comment Print

All About Exempted Income and Deductions under New Income Tax Act, 2025

Income Tax : The Income Tax Act 2025 has overhauled the 1961 law by introducing new section numbers, a unified “Tax Year,” and simplified c...

May 25, 2026 441 Views 0 comment Print

Income Tax Act 2025: SFT Reporting, PAN Rules, Faceless Assessments & Revision Powers

Income Tax : The Income Tax Act 2025 introduces mandatory reporting of high-value gifted immovable properties exceeding ₹45 lakh. The amendme...

May 25, 2026 579 Views 0 comment Print

Agricultural Land Also Covered Under Section 56(2)(x): ITAT Surat

Income Tax : The ITAT Surat held that agricultural land qualifies as “immovable property” under Section 56(2)(x) since the provision covers...

May 25, 2026 267 Views 0 comment Print

How TDS on Purchase of Goods Changed Business Compliance in India?

Income Tax : Businesses now face stricter seller-wise tracking, PAN verification, and reconciliation obligations under TDS on purchase provisio...

May 25, 2026 180 Views 0 comment Print


Latest News


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 3228 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 3804 Views 0 comment Print

Errors in New TDS Challans Under Income Tax Act 2025 Create Compliance Risks

Income Tax : The updated TDS challan system reportedly displays incorrect interest-related options under the Company Deductee category. Taxpaye...

May 7, 2026 1206 Views 0 comment Print

Direct Tax Collections for F.Y. 2025-26 as on 31.03.2026

Income Tax : The data shows a steady increase in net direct tax collections driven by higher corporate and non-corporate tax revenues. It highl...

May 5, 2026 540 Views 0 comment Print

Mandatory Time Limit for Appeal Disposal Suggested Due to Huge Pendency Before CIT(A)

Income Tax : The issue highlights delays caused by non-binding timelines in appellate proceedings. It proposes mandatory limits to ensure faste...

May 2, 2026 891 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Judiciary


Unsigned Affidavit Cannot End Appeal: ITAT Says CIT(A) Must Allow Assessee to Cure Technical Defects

Income Tax : ITAT Chennai held that the assessee was denied reasonable opportunity when the CIT(A) dismissed the appeal in limine without permi...

May 25, 2026 18 Views 0 comment Print

Death of Assessee, Missing Records & Accepted Sales- Mumbai ITAT Restricts Bogus Purchase Addition to 8% Profit Element

Income Tax : The Tribunal ruled that only 8% of disputed purchases could be added where the assessee had disclosed corresponding sales and made...

May 25, 2026 54 Views 0 comment Print

Trade Creditors Are NOT Cash Credits- Mumbai ITAT Deletes ₹16.44 Crore Addition U/s 68

Income Tax : Mumbai ITAT held that genuine outstanding trade liabilities arising from accepted business transactions cannot be treated as unexp...

May 25, 2026 141 Views 0 comment Print

No Penalty on Routine Disallowances in U/s 153C Proceedings Without Incriminating Material-Mumbai ITAT Deletes Penalty u/s 271(1)(c)

Income Tax : The Tribunal deleted penalty levied on society charges and depreciation disallowances after finding that the claims were fully dis...

May 25, 2026 66 Views 0 comment Print

U/s 271D Penalty Cannot Survive After Reassessment Itself is Quashed- Mumbai ITAT Deletes ₹1.35 Crore Penalty Based on Alleged Cash Loans

Income Tax : ITAT Mumbai ruled that once reassessment proceedings are quashed as void ab initio, the satisfaction recorded therein for initiati...

May 25, 2026 66 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Notifications


CBDT Revises monetary limits for jurisdiction of Wards & Circles in JAO charges in Delhi

Income Tax : The Income Tax Department increased monetary thresholds for assigning cases between ITOs and D/ACITs in Delhi Region. The revised ...

May 16, 2026 1248 Views 0 comment Print

CBDT Grants Section 35 Approval to Shree Hari Arogyam Foundation

Income Tax : The Principal Chief Commissioner of Income Tax (Exemptions) approved the company under Section 35(1)(iia) for scientific research ...

May 15, 2026 210 Views 0 comment Print

Mandatory PAN Requirement Introduced for Post Office Transactions Under Income Tax Rules 2026

Income Tax : The consolidation into Form 121 introduces stricter documentation and reporting obligations. The decision emphasizes accountabilit...

April 27, 2026 1050 Views 0 comment Print

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 16, 2026 1389 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 13, 2026 4200 Views 0 comment Print


CBDT Flags High-Risk Non-Filers Using Data Analytics for AY 2022-23

March 23, 2026 12180 Views 0 comment Print

Insight Instruction No. 90 identifies high-risk non-filers through advanced data matching tools. Officers are guided to verify and initiate action based on risk indicators.

CBDT Approves Indian Institute for Human Settlements for Scientific Research U/s. 35(1)(iia)

March 23, 2026 285 Views 0 comment Print

The issue involved granting recognition to an institution for research purposes. The authority approved eligibility, allowing tax deductions for scientific research activities.

New Income Tax Rules 2026 Notified: Every Taxpayer Must Know

March 23, 2026 34779 Views 0 comment Print

This article explains major updates replacing the 1962 Rules from April 2026. The key takeaway is simplified compliance with enhanced exemptions and revised tax provisions.

Delay in Form 10A Filing Now Condonable by Commissioner Due to CBDT Clarification

March 23, 2026 1149 Views 0 comment Print

The circular settles confusion between CPC Bengaluru and Commissioners on delay condonation powers. It confirms Commissioners as the competent authority under section 12A.

Reopening Invalid Because No Failure to Disclose Material Facts: SC Upholds HC Ruling

March 23, 2026 552 Views 0 comment Print

The issue was whether reassessment beyond four years was valid without failure to disclose material facts. The courts held that all relevant details were already disclosed during original assessment, making reopening without jurisdiction. 

Section 68 Addition Upheld as Credit Entry Year Determines Taxability not year of Receipt in Bank

March 23, 2026 600 Views 0 comment Print

The Tribunal held that unexplained cash credits must be taxed in the year they are recorded in the books, not when allegedly received. Since the ₹80 lakh was credited in AY 1997–98, the addition under Section 68 was upheld despite claims of earlier receipt.

Hidden Charges That Can Kill Your Tax-Saving Strategy

March 23, 2026 825 Views 0 comment Print

Many tax-saving investments carry hidden costs like STT, expense ratios, and exit loads. The analysis highlights that these charges significantly reduce effective returns despite tax benefits.

ITAT Mumbai: No U/s 36(1)(iii) Disallowance If Own Funds Exceed Advances

March 23, 2026 453 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT held that where interest-free funds exceed advances, a presumption arises that such advances are made from own funds. Disallowance under section 36(1)(iii) was deleted as no nexus with borrowed funds was proven.

ITAT Mumbai: AO Cannot Apply 50% Presumptive Rate U/s 44ADA to Business Income Declared U/s 44AD – Addition Deleted

March 23, 2026 1080 Views 0 comment Print

The Tribunal ruled that section 44ADA applies only to specified professions and cannot be invoked for business income covered under section 44AD. Arbitrary substitution of a higher rate by the AO was held unsustainable.

Trademark Transfer Not Taxable Before 2002 Due to Self-Generated Asset Rule: Gujarat HC

March 23, 2026 366 Views 0 comment Print

High Court held that consideration received for assignment of self-generated trademarks prior to 2002 amendment could not be taxed as capital gains because no cost of acquisition could be determined.

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