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175 Legal Compliances and Legal Updates for July-2026 in India

CA, CS, CMA : A comprehensive guide covering 175 legal compliances for July 2026 under FEMA, Income Tax, GST, SEBI, Companies Act, Labour Laws, ...

July 6, 2026 54984 Views 2 comments Print

Meaning of Relatives​ Under Income Tax Act, 1961

Income Tax : The Income-tax Act does not prescribe a single definition of "relative" for all purposes. Different provisions such as Sections 13...

July 6, 2026 18357 Views 1 comment Print

TDS- Section 194IA Payment on transfer of immovable property

Income Tax : Understand when 1% TDS applies on purchase of immovable property under Section 194-IA. Learn the Rs. 50 lakh threshold, compliance...

July 4, 2026 446820 Views 44 comments Print

Lower / Nil TDS Certificate for NRI Payments: Form 128 & Form 129

Income Tax : This guide explains when NRIs should use Form 128 and when payers should use Form 129 to reduce or eliminate excess TDS. It also c...

July 3, 2026 417 Views 0 comment Print

Profit Below 6%: Has New Law Changed Old Section 44AD–44AB Principle?

Income Tax : The article argues that Section 58(3) of the Income-tax Act, 2025 does not independently mandate books of account or tax audit for...

July 3, 2026 5283 Views 0 comment Print


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Salient Features of Income Tax Act 2025

Income Tax : The issue was complexity in the existing tax law. It was clarified that the new Act simplifies structure by reducing sections and ...

April 29, 2026 9930 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 8715 Views 0 comment Print

Income Tax Raid Details Cannot Be Shared Due to Legal Confidentiality

Income Tax : The government informed Parliament that taxpayer-specific details of income tax searches cannot be disclosed due to confidentialit...

March 18, 2026 783 Views 0 comment Print

No New Digital Search Powers Under Section 247 of New Income Tax Act 2025

Income Tax : The Government clarified that the new income tax search provision does not expand powers or permit AI-based digital surveillance, ...

February 10, 2026 2145 Views 0 comment Print

Representation for Streamlining Sections 12AB and 80G Registration & Renewal

Income Tax : The representation highlights large-scale pendency and administrative bottlenecks under Sections 12AB and 80G, urging immediate re...

January 8, 2026 5070 Views 1 comment Print


Latest Judiciary


Section 223(1) BNSS Hearing Mandatory Before Cognizance Under Income-tax Act: Madras HC

Income Tax : Madras HC set aside cognizance under the Income-tax Act, holding Section 223(1) BNSS mandates hearing the accused before cognizanc...

July 5, 2026 177 Views 0 comment Print

Section 143(2) Notice & Valid Draft Assessment Mandatory U/s 144C: ITAT Mumbai

Income Tax : ITAT Mumbai quashed reassessment after finding no Section 143(2) notice and that the AO issued a final order disguised as a draft ...

July 5, 2026 222 Views 0 comment Print

Section 148 Notice Quashed for Lack of Live Nexus With Seized Material: Gujarat HC

Income Tax : Gujarat HC quashed a Section 148 notice, holding that a seized inquiry register without a live nexus to the assessee cannot justif...

July 5, 2026 183 Views 0 comment Print

Section 149 Limitation Bars Section 148 Reassessment Based on Search Material: Gujarat HC

Income Tax : Gujarat HC quashed Section 148 reassessment as it was issued beyond Section 149 limitation, holding Section 152(3) applies to sear...

July 5, 2026 210 Views 0 comment Print

Draft Assessment Ignoring Filed Return Set Aside for Fresh Consideration: Madras HC

Income Tax : Madras HC held that merely issuing a corrigendum acknowledging the return did not rectify the defective assessment process and ord...

July 4, 2026 120 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Notifications


CBDT Grants Five-Year Scientific Research Recognition to Public Health Foundation

Income Tax : CBDT has approved a scientific research institution under the Income-tax Act, 2025 for tax years 2026-27 to 2030-31. The notificat...

June 25, 2026 327 Views 0 comment Print

CBDT Approved University of Hyderabad for Scientific Research Tax Benefits

Income Tax : CBDT has approved the University of Hyderabad for scientific research under Section 45 of the Income-tax Act, 2025. The approval i...

June 25, 2026 177 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 12, 2026 414 Views 0 comment Print

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 revises Mandatory DIN Requirement to align with Finance Act 2026

Income Tax : CBDT updated DIN rules to align with new provisions introduced under the Finance Act, 2026. The circular mandates DIN for most tax...

March 31, 2026 3405 Views 0 comment Print


Taxation of Political Parties and Electoral Trust

April 6, 2026 606 Views 0 comment Print

Political parties must maintain detailed records of donors for large contributions. Lack of proper documentation can lead to denial of exemption. The key takeaway is enhanced accountability in political funding.

Income Tax Return and Updated Return under Income-tax Act, 1961

April 6, 2026 3597 Views 0 comment Print

The issue relates to consequences of delayed return filing. Benefits such as deductions and loss carry forward are denied if returns are not filed on time. The ruling highlights strict adherence to due dates.

Form No. 48: Transfer Pricing Certification under Income-tax Act, 2025

April 6, 2026 3222 Views 0 comment Print

The issue concerns replacement of Form 3CEB with a new reporting framework. The reform mandates structured reporting with enhanced disclosures and digital integration for transfer pricing compliance.

Crypto/VDA Taxation: Income-tax Act 1961 vs 2025 Framework

April 6, 2026 882 Views 0 comment Print

The new law removes the minimum threshold for TDS on crypto transactions, making even small trades taxable. The key takeaway is stricter compliance with full transaction-level tracking.

Great Tax Migration: Bridge Between Income Tax Act 1961 and 2025

April 6, 2026 2589 Views 0 comment Print

The new tax regime introduces a dual-track system from April 2026. Taxpayers must manage compliance under both old and new laws simultaneously.

Transfer Pricing: Income-tax Act 1961 vs 2025 – Sections, Rules & Forms

April 6, 2026 2073 Views 0 comment Print

The new Act reorganises sections, rules, and forms without changing core transfer pricing principles. Taxpayers must adapt to updated references while continuing existing compliance practices.

Tax Implications of Informal Family Property Arrangements in India

April 6, 2026 915 Views 0 comment Print

The case highlights how expanded benami provisions expose informal family arrangements to confiscation and penalties. Courts stress strict compliance and genuine ownership proof to avoid adverse action.

Statement of Financial Transactions (SFT) under Income-tax framework

April 5, 2026 13473 Views 0 comment Print

The issue concerns mandatory reporting of specified financial transactions under tax law. The key takeaway is that entities must report high-value transactions within prescribed timelines or face penalties.

Annual Information Statement (AIS): Section 285BB, Forms, Rule 114-I & Tutorials

April 5, 2026 1896 Views 0 comment Print

The framework requires taxpayers to withdraw all pending appeals and proceedings. It establishes that dispute resolution is conditional upon irrevocable withdrawal and waiver of rights.

Income Tax Audit under Section 44AB: Rules, Forms Penalties & Due Dates

April 5, 2026 26490 Views 0 comment Print

The issue concerns applicability of tax audit based on turnover thresholds. The ruling highlights that exceeding prescribed limits mandates audit compliance under Section 44AB.

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