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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 55020 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 18408 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 447957 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 9942 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 228 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 222 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 132 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Notifications


FAQs on Section 536 Transition Provisions Under Income-Tax Act 2025

Income Tax : CBDT FAQs clarify Section 536 transition rules for summons, searches, recovery, penalties, pending 12AB/80G approvals and LDC/NDC ...

July 8, 2026 48 Views 0 comment Print

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


Liability of Directors after Company Dissolution: ITAT Upholds Notice u/s 148

March 30, 2024 2652 Views 0 comment Print

Chandan Realtors Pvt. Ltd vs ITO (ITAT Mumbai) case analyzed. Liability of directors post company dissolution upheld. Read the detailed analysis and conclusion here.

TDS not deductible on Commission earned by Foreign Agents Outside India

March 30, 2024 1665 Views 0 comment Print

In a landmark decision, ITAT Ahmedabad rules in favor of Globe Textiles (India) P. Ltd., stating no TDS deduction necessary on commission income earned by foreign agents outside India.

No Reference to DVO if Taxpayer’s Asset Value Exceeds FMV: ITAT Chennai

March 30, 2024 801 Views 0 comment Print

Chennai ITAT ruling in Nirmala Venkatapathy Vs ITO case emphasizes no DVO reference if taxpayer’s asset value exceeds fair market value, providing detailed analysis and implications.

No Section 35(1)(ii) deduction on Donation to ineligible Scientific Research Trust 

March 30, 2024 1887 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT Ahmedabad ruled against C K Zipper Pvt Ltd, disallowing deduction under Section 35(1)(ii) of Income Tax Act for donations to ineligible research trust.

Section 271(1)(c) penalty based on estimated addition & Defective notice is unsustainable

March 30, 2024 2244 Views 0 comment Print

Read how ITAT Mumbai ruled in Jatin Enterprises vs ACIT case, quashing a penalty notice containing concealed and inaccurate income particulars.

Taxation of Debt Funds

March 29, 2024 10131 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the changes in taxation of debt mutual funds pre and post April 2023. Learn about impacts, benefits, and strategies. Invest wisely for optimal returns.

Form 10 IE Or Form 10 IEA: Which Form Is to Be Filed and By Whom?

March 29, 2024 8367 Views 2 comments Print

Confused about which form to file for tax regime choice? Understand the differences between Form 10IE and Form 10IEA, filing dates, and more for informed decision-making.

Analysis of Karnataka Compulsory Gratuity Insurance Rules, 2024

March 29, 2024 4368 Views 0 comment Print

Understand the nuances of Gratuity – eligibility, exemptions, tax implications for employers & employees, and recent regulatory changes explained comprehensively.

CIT(A) Can’t dismiss Appeal for Non-Appearance Without Addressing issues on Merits

March 28, 2024 2118 Views 0 comment Print

Read the detailed analysis of MARC Laboratories Ltd. vs. DCIT case where ITAT Delhi ruled that CIT(A) lacks authority to dismiss appeals on non-prosecution grounds. Full text available here.

Madras HC Dismisses Petitions on ITR Non-Filing; Allows Case Filing with Trial Court

March 28, 2024 1782 Views 0 comment Print

Madras High Court dismisses petitions challenging Income Tax Dept’s criminal complaint for ITR non-filing, grants liberty for trial court presentation. Read the judgment.

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