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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 54984 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 18357 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 446820 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 417 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 5283 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 183 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 120 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 327 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 138: Quarterly TDS Statement for Salary u/s 392 & Senior Citizen Income u/s 393(1)

March 27, 2026 2316 Views 0 comment Print

Employers must file Form 138 quarterly for salary TDS reporting. Timely filing ensures accurate tax credit to employees and avoids penalties.

Income Tax Form 137: TDS/TCS Book Adjustment Statement

March 27, 2026 1002 Views 0 comment Print

The issue concerns non-filing of Form 137 by government offices. The law mandates timely filing to avoid penalties. The key takeaway is strict compliance with reporting obligations.

Income Tax Form 136: Application for allotment of Accounts Office Identification Number

March 27, 2026 768 Views 0 comment Print

Form 136 applies only to government offices making TDS/TCS payments through book adjustment. This ensures targeted compliance and avoids unnecessary registration.

Income Tax Forms 134 & 135: Application for Allotment of TAN

March 27, 2026 16194 Views 0 comment Print

Forms 134 and 135 introduce a revised system for TAN allotment under the Income-tax Act, 2025. The bifurcation ensures category-specific compliance and simplifies the application process.

Income Tax Form 133: Certificate under section 395(4) for TCS

March 27, 2026 654 Views 0 comment Print

The issue concerns issuance of TCS certificates by collectors. The law mandates issuing Form 133 after tax collection. The key takeaway is compulsory compliance for valid tax credit.

Income Tax Form No. 132: Certificate under Section 395(4) for TDS

March 27, 2026 6018 Views 0 comment Print

Form 132 replaces Forms 16B, 16C, 16D, and 16E to simplify TDS certification under the new law. It ensures standardized reporting and valid proof of tax deduction.

Income Tax Form 131: TDS Certificate u/s 395(4) (Non-Salary, Pension & Senior Citizen Interest)

March 27, 2026 3021 Views 0 comment Print

Form 131 must be issued for all non-salary TDS deductions and acts as proof of tax deposited. It enables taxpayers to claim credit while filing returns and ensures compliance with updated law.

Analysis of Notifications and Circulars for Week Ending 22nd March 2026

March 26, 2026 4890 Views 0 comment Print

Major updates across income tax, GST, customs, and SEBI highlight compliance changes and key judicial rulings affecting taxpayers and businesses.

Income Tax Form 101: Inventory Valuation report – Section 268(5) of Income tax Act 2025

March 26, 2026 543 Views 0 comment Print

The provision mandates filing of Form 101 only when directed by the Assessing Officer. The rule ensures independent and accurate valuation of inventory through a Cost Accountant, impacting taxable income.

Income Tax Form 130 replaces Form 16: Salary & Pension TDS Certificate

March 26, 2026 10749 Views 3 comments Print

Form 130 is essential for claiming TDS credit on salary, pension, and interest income. The ruling mandates issuance through TRACES for validity. This ensures transparency and proper tax credit reporting.

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