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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 54990 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 18372 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 447369 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 5307 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 201 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 123 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 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


Income Tax Form 172: CA Report for Eligible Investment Fund – Section 9(12)

March 27, 2026 441 Views 0 comment Print

Details of Form 172 filing, eligibility, due date, documents, process, and penalty for non-compliance under Income-tax Act, 2025.

Income Tax Form 171: Application form for Authorised Income-tax Practitioner

March 27, 2026 4854 Views 1 comment Print

Individuals must file Form 171 to become authorised tax practitioners. Without approval, they cannot represent taxpayers before authorities.

Income Tax Form 168: Annual Information Statement of Financial Transactions

March 27, 2026 3183 Views 0 comment Print

AIS provides a full record of financial transactions linked to PAN. It helps taxpayers verify income and avoid reporting errors.

Income Tax Form No. 164: Statement u/s 507 for Film Producers & Specified Activities

March 27, 2026 561 Views 0 comment Print

The issue involved mandatory reporting obligations for film and specified activities under the new tax regime. The framework requires disclosure of payments exceeding ₹50,000 along with TDS details. The key takeaway is that enhanced transparency and structured reporting are central to compliance.

Income Tax Form 163: Reporting indirect transfers of assets located in India

March 27, 2026 660 Views 0 comment Print

Form 163 requires Indian concerns to report indirect transfers of assets in India involving non-residents. The key takeaway is that this is a compulsory compliance obligation even though no tax is payable. Timely filing ensures avoidance of penalties.

Income Tax Form 162: Annual Statement for Liaison Offices in India

March 27, 2026 513 Views 0 comment Print

Non-resident entities must file Form 162 annually to report liaison office activities. Failure can result in penalties and regulatory action.

Income Tax Form 161: Application for Immunity from Penalty and Prosecution

March 27, 2026 975 Views 0 comment Print

Taxpayers who accept assessment orders and choose not to appeal can apply for immunity using Form 161. The key takeaway is that opting out of litigation is essential to claim relief. This promotes faster dispute resolution and certainty.

Income Tax Form No. 160: Section 434 Application for Refund of excess TDS

March 27, 2026 642 Views 0 comment Print

This explains when a deductor can claim a refund using Form 160 where tax was wrongly deducted. The key takeaway is that refund is granted only after proving that no TDS was legally required.

Income Tax Form 159: Tax Clearance Certificate Issued by Assessing Officer

March 27, 2026 1023 Views 0 comment Print

The tax authority issues Form 159 only after verifying compliance through Form 158. Without this certificate, specified individuals cannot leave India.

Income Tax Form 158: Application for Tax Clearance Certificate Before Leaving India

March 27, 2026 1443 Views 0 comment Print

Individuals directed by tax authorities must file Form 158 before leaving India. The rule ensures tax compliance, failing which departure may be restricted.

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