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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


Different depreciation rates under companies & Income Tax Act- A hassle need to be removed – A suggestion

December 7, 2023 3189 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the disparities in depreciation rates under Companies Act and Income Tax Act. Proposing solutions for tax simplification, ease of business, and increased revenue

SFT- meaning, persons required to file, Due date and Penalty

December 5, 2023 16386 Views 1 comment Print

Explore the essentials of Statement of Financial Transactions (SFT) under the Income Tax Act in India. Understand its meaning, who needs to file, the due date, associated penalties, and the designated forms (Form 61A / Form 61B). Ensure compliance to avoid penalties

Section 119(2)(b) doesn’t empower PCIT to consider merits of claim of income

December 5, 2023 3693 Views 0 comment Print

Kerala High Court held that section 119(2)(b) of the Income Tax Act does not empower Principal Chief Commissioner/ Principal Commissioner of Income Tax to consider the merits of the claim of income, loss, etc.

Best tax saving Mutual Funds to Invest in 2023

December 5, 2023 14415 Views 2 comments Print

Explore the best tax-saving mutual funds (ELSS) for 2023 with top-performing funds like Quant Tax Plan, SBI Long Term Equity, and more. Maximize returns while enjoying tax benefits under Section 80C

All about Document Identification Number under Income Tax Act

December 4, 2023 4548 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the significance of DIN under CBDT Circular 19/2019 in Income Tax communications. Learn exceptions, consequences, and how to authenticate notices.

How to Calculate Income Tax Liability on Minors with Examples

December 3, 2023 2886 Views 0 comment Print

Learn how to calculate income tax liability on minors in India with examples. Understand why the income earned by a minor is clubbed with their parent’s income for tax filing.

CBDT Extends Income Tax Refund Claim Processing Deadline

December 1, 2023 5313 Views 1 comment Print

Introduction: On the 1st of December, 2023, the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT), under the Ministry of Finance, issued a crucial order under section 119 of the Income-tax Act, 1961. The order addresses the processing of electronically filed income tax returns with refund claims, extending the deadline beyond prescribed limits for non-scrutiny cases. This […]

Second proviso to section 40(a)(ia) is declaratory and as retrospective effect from 01.04.2005

November 30, 2023 1941 Views 0 comment Print

Delhi High Court held that the insertion of second proviso to Section 40(a)(ia) of the Act is declaratory and curative in nature and has retrospective effect from 1st April 2005. Petition dismissed in view that appeal doesn’t bear any substantial question of law.

Fees for Share Purchase Agreement Drafting is Revenue Expenditure: ITAT

November 29, 2023 1476 Views 0 comment Print

Understand the implications of ITAT Delhi’s decisions on Professional Fees Share Purchase Agreement Drafting Revenue Expenditure for AY 16-17. Explore ACIT vs. SSP Pvt. Ltd case & the dispute related to advocate fees and advertisement expenses.

Finance costs having direct nexus with business is allowable as deduction u/s 36(1)(iii)

November 27, 2023 1491 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT Mumbai held that the finance costs having direct nexus with the business should be allowed as a deduction under section 36(1)(iii) of the Income Tax Act.

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