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Countrywise Withholding Tax Rates: IT Act vs. Tax Treaties/DTAA

Income Tax : Tax on dividends, interest, royalties and FTS earned by non-residents is governed by the more beneficial rate under the Income-tax...

June 30, 2026 43609 Views 1 comment Print

Countrywise Withholding Tax Rates / Chart as per DTAA

Income Tax : The applicable withholding tax depends on the Income-tax Act or the relevant DTAA, whichever is more beneficial. Treaty rates diff...

June 30, 2026 455015 Views 28 comments Print

Comprehensive Guide: Tax Treatment of Dividends Received

Income Tax : This guide explains how the abolition of DDT shifted the tax burden on dividends from companies to shareholders from 1 April 2020 ...

June 10, 2026 23592 Views 1 comment Print

Double Taxation Relief: Rules and Benefits in India

Income Tax : The guide explains how residents can avoid double taxation through DTAA benefits, Foreign Tax Credit, and Section 91 relief, outli...

June 8, 2026 21237 Views 0 comment Print

Form 41 for DTAA Claims: Complete Guide under Income Tax Act 2025  

Income Tax : Form 41 is now compulsory for non-residents claiming DTAA benefits, replacing Form 10F. The update mandates online filing and ensu...

April 18, 2026 10491 Views 0 comment Print


Latest News


India–France DTAA Amended to Grant Source Country Taxing Rights on Share Capital Gains

Income Tax : India and France have signed a protocol granting full taxing rights on capital gains from share sales to the country of company re...

February 24, 2026 1440 Views 0 comment Print

CBDT Clarifies Guidance on Principal Purpose Test (PPT)

Income Tax : CBDT issues clarification on Circular 01/2025, stating it applies only to the Principal Purpose Test in certain DTAAs and does not...

March 17, 2025 2793 Views 0 comment Print

Representation to Simplify & Automate TRC Issue Process for Indian Companies

Income Tax : Explore challenges in TRC applications under DTAA by Indian companies. KSCAA proposes reforms for a simpler, efficient process. Le...

June 22, 2024 906 Views 0 comment Print

India-Cyprus Double Tax Treaty: Benefits, Tax Recovery & Golden Passport

Income Tax : Explore the details of India's Double Tax Treaty with Cyprus, its signing date, benefits for both nations, tax recovery provisions...

December 11, 2023 1938 Views 0 comment Print

Need for amendment of DTAA to stop double taxation of Indian IT firms

Income Tax : Need for early amendment of DTAA regulations to stop the double taxation of Indian IT firms: Ms. Anupriya Patel tells the visiting...

July 24, 2022 1059 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Judiciary


Section 9(1)(vii) FTS Addition Set Aside; Taxability Must Be Examined Under Relevant DTAA: ITAT Delhi

Income Tax : ITAT Delhi held legal services are not FTS under Section 9(1)(vii) and directed partner-wise DTAA examination. FTS addition was de...

July 5, 2026 402 Views 0 comment Print

ESOP Discount Allowed as Karnataka HC Precedent Covered Issue: ITAT Mumbai

Income Tax : ITAT Mumbai allowed deduction of ESOP expenses under Section 37(1) by following Karnataka High Court's ruling in Biocon Ltd. Tribu...

June 25, 2026 150 Views 0 comment Print

Excess Royalty Refunded Under APA Cannot Be Taxed as Only Retained Amount Is Taxable: Bombay HC

Income Tax : The Bombay High Court held that royalty refunded by a foreign company to its Indian subsidiary under an Advance Pricing Agreement ...

June 20, 2026 114 Views 0 comment Print

Foreign Tax Credit Cannot Be Denied Merely for Delay in Filing Form 67: ITAT Pune

Income Tax : ITAT Pune held that Foreign Tax Credit cannot be denied merely because Form 67 was filed after the prescribed due date. The Tribun...

June 13, 2026 90 Views 0 comment Print

No Fixed Place PE in India as Customer Premises Were Not at Foreign Company’s Disposal: ITAT Delhi

Income Tax : The Delhi ITAT ruled that no installation or supervisory PE existed in India as the activities did not exceed the 120-day threshol...

June 13, 2026 213 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Notifications


CBDT Notifies India-Japan Tax Recovery Pact

Income Tax : The government enforced a tax collection assistance agreement with Japan effective from 8 July 2025. The notification enables cros...

April 2, 2026 981 Views 0 comment Print

CBDT notifies amended India-Brazil Tax Treaty

Income Tax : The amendment expands the definition of permanent establishment to include service-based activities exceeding 183 days. It clarifi...

March 30, 2026 825 Views 0 comment Print

India Enforces Amended DTAA with Belgium from June 2025 to Curb Tax Evasion

Income Tax : The Finance Ministry notifies the India-Belgium protocol amending the 1993 tax treaty, effective June 26, 2025, updating definitio...

November 10, 2025 1269 Views 0 comment Print

India–Qatar DTAA & Protocol Notified by CBDT

Income Tax : Notification implements the India-Qatar Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement (DTAA) and Protocol, effective from the next fiscal ye...

October 24, 2025 1797 Views 0 comment Print

Guidance on Principal Purpose Test (PPT) in India’s DTAAs

Income Tax : Circular No. 01/2025 outlines the application of the Principal Purpose Test (PPT) under India's Double Taxation Avoidance Agreemen...

January 21, 2025 5742 Views 0 comment Print


Exploring The Emerging Areas of International Taxation

January 5, 2024 1536 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the dynamic landscape of international taxation, delving into emerging areas like digital companies, cross-border transactions with cryptocurrencies, and the evolving tax landscape for multinational corporations. Stay informed on transfer pricing regulations and ensure compliance for a seamless global business experience.

Form 10F Guide: Tax Treaty Benefits for Non-Resident Receiving Indian Income

January 5, 2024 33486 Views 3 comments Print

Understand Form 10F for non-residents receiving income from India. Learn about electronic filing, recent changes, and the benefits of claiming tax treaty relief with Tax Residency Certificate (TRC).

Decoding Grant Thornton Case: Impact on Cross-Border Transactions

January 4, 2024 1842 Views 0 comment Print

Explore Grant Thornton India LLP case, unraveling complex international tax issues. Analysis of arguments, rulings, and broader implications for businesses in cross-border transactions.

No Profit Attribution if Ricardo India’s Commission Adjusted: Delhi HC

January 2, 2024 903 Views 0 comment Print

Explore Delhi High Court’s ruling in CIT vs Ricardo U.K. Limited. No profit attribution if commission paid to Ricardo India is adjusted against PE profit. Detailed analysis and implications.

Taxation of IPL Income under Section 115BBA of Income Tax Act 1961 for Mitchell Starc & Pat Cummins

December 31, 2023 10068 Views 0 comment Print

Explore tax implications of Mitchell Starc and Pat Cummins’ Rs. 45.25 crores IPL earnings under Section 115BBA. Learn about TDS, exemptions, and dual taxation agreements between India and Australia.

Recent Developments in International Taxation: Analysis and Implications

December 30, 2023 4164 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the latest in international taxation: from judicial precedents to regulatory changes. Dive into cases, form updates, and MFN clause implications.

Fees for Domain Registration Not Royalty under Section 9(1)(vi): Delhi HC

December 25, 2023 2031 Views 0 comment Print

Explore Delhi High Court’s landmark decision on GoDaddy’s domain registration income. Learn why court ruled against treating it as royalty under Section 9(1)(vi) of Income Tax Act.

Disallowance of interest on loan given to subsidiary unjustified as investment was purely for commercial expediency

December 23, 2023 1959 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT Chennai held that disallowance of interest u/s 36(1)(iii) of the Income Tax Act on loans and advances given to subsidiary company unjustified as investment in subsidiary is purely for commercial expediency.

No separate notification necessary for application of DTAA’s provisions

December 20, 2023 1935 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the Apollo Tyres Ltd. vs CIT case where issues arise regarding the applicability of DTAA provisions without a new notification.

No TDS on Management Fee to AE as same was Not FTS: Delhi HC

December 20, 2023 1260 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the Delhi High Court judgment on Intertek India vs ITO. No TDS for management fee to Associated Enterprises not classified as ‘Fee for Technical Services.’ Full analysis of the case.

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