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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 54999 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 18387 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 447888 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 420 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 5331 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 9933 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 8724 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 786 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 189 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 225 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 207 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 213 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 126 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 330 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 984 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 3411 Views 0 comment Print


Sale of shares on stock exchange cannot be treated as unexplained u/s. 68: ITAT Mumbai

August 6, 2024 2361 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT Mumbai held that addition in respect of sale proceeds received for sale of shares on the stock exchange (BSE) as unexplained cash credit under section 68 of the Income Tax Act unjustified.

Buy Back of Shares: Taxation, Reasons & Budget 2024 Changes

August 6, 2024 8436 Views 1 comment Print

Discover the complete guide on taxation for buyback of shares, including the latest changes in the 2024 Budget. Understand the provisions, reasons, and implications.

Tax Exemptions for BCCI & IPL: Government’s Revenue Impact

August 6, 2024 3612 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the financial impact of tax exemptions for BCCI and IPL, government actions, and proposed reforms from the latest Rajya Sabha update on August 6, 2024.

Issuance of Notice U/s 139 (9) of Income Tax Act, 1961 – Defective Return

August 5, 2024 6711 Views 0 comment Print

Received a notice U/s 139(9) for defective return? Learn why it happens, how to respond, and the consequences of ignoring it. Stay compliant with Income Tax laws.

Tax Benefits For Skill Training Institutions

August 5, 2024 6174 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the latest updates on tax benefits for skill development institutions in India, including GST exemptions and income tax regulations as of August 2024.

Concerns on Corporate Tax, MSME Deductions, GST Rates

August 5, 2024 708 Views 0 comment Print

Explore recent updates on corporate tax rates, MSME concerns over tax deductions, and GST rates for shawls as addressed in Lok Sabha Question No. 2157.

Tax Incentives To Fintech Sector

August 5, 2024 1125 Views 0 comment Print

On August 5, 2024, it was clarified in the Lok Sabha that there are no specific tax incentives or waivers currently in place for the fintech sector in India. The government’s policy focuses on phasing out existing exemptions and simplifying the tax structure. While there are no special incentives for fintech companies, corporate tax rates […]

Missed ITR Filing Deadline: Implications and Next Steps

August 3, 2024 8148 Views 0 comment Print

Missed the ITR filing deadline? Learn the penalties, interest charges, and restrictions. Understand the consequences and how to file belated or updated returns.

Tax Liability on Haircuts under IBC: Clarifications by MCA

August 2, 2024 2535 Views 0 comment Print

Learn about the tax implications on haircuts taken by banks and creditors for companies resolved under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016, as clarified by the MCA.

CBDT Clarifies Verification Conditions Under Section 144B

August 1, 2024 10287 Views 1 comment Print

CBDT issues guidelines for IT verification under Section 144B(5), detailing circumstances for digital and physical checks, effective immediately.

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