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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


Kerala HC allows Alka Ventures Appeal on Condition of ₹12 Crore Advance Tax deposit

April 9, 2024 672 Views 0 comment Print

Kerala High Court orders Alka Ventures Pvt Ltd to pay 12 crore as advance tax for appeal against assessment order. Details of the judgment provided.

How Penalty Under Section 270A Can Be Avoided

April 9, 2024 14280 Views 0 comment Print

Learn how to avoid penalties under Section 270A of the Income Tax Act through understanding its provisions and utilizing Section 270AA for immunity.

TDS Refund on MACT Compensation: Madras HC directs filing of Section 119(2)(b) Application

April 9, 2024 1179 Views 0 comment Print

In the case of Ravikumar Vs PCIT, Madras High Court directs belated ITR filing under Section 119(2)(b) of Income Tax Act for TDS refund on MACT compensation.

If no inquiry by AO on disallowance u/s 40A(3): Section 263 order valid

April 9, 2024 738 Views 0 comment Print

Analysis of Bharat Jaroli vs PCIT case by ITAT Indore, highlighting AO’s failure to scrutinize cash payments under Sec 40A. Detailed review and outcome provided.

Assessees Not Obliged to Monitor Dept’s E-Portal Constantly: P&H HC

April 9, 2024 6303 Views 0 comment Print

Punjab & Haryana High Court rules assessees aren’t required to keep the department’s e-portal open at all times to track actions. Detailed judgment analysis provided.

Representation on Incorrect/Delay In Submitting Application U/S 12A(1)(ac)

April 8, 2024 11457 Views 1 comment Print

Explore the challenges faced by Charitable Trusts due to delays or errors in submitting applications under Section 12A(1)(ac) of the Income Tax Act. Read how Karnataka State Chartered Accountants Association (KSCAA) seeks solutions.

Exemption claimed under wrong section cannot be denied

April 8, 2024 5613 Views 0 comment Print

Learn why exemptions claimed under the wrong section in Income Tax Returns can be rectified under Section 154. Explore legal precedents and guidelines for taxpayers.

Dodging Taxman: Firm Misreporting and Limits To Tax Enforcement

April 8, 2024 1596 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the intricate landscape of tax evasion, its tactics like forged documents and offshore accounts, and the challenges in enforcement.

Dark Side of Provisional Registration U/s 12A and 80G of Income Tax Act, 1961

April 8, 2024 6984 Views 0 comment Print

Discover the challenges faced by NGOs with provisional registration under Sections 12A and 80G of the Income Tax Act, 1961. Explore a real case study highlighting rejection, scrutiny, and penalties.

Amendments Effective From 1st April, 2024 For Charitable Trusts

April 6, 2024 36198 Views 2 comments Print

Understand the latest amendments impacting Charitable Trusts from April 1, 2024. Learn about amendments in Section 11 of the Income Tax Act, corpus donations, deductions, and audit report requirements.

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