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Evolution of Strict Tax Interpretation: From Literalism to Purpose in Sterling Holiday Decision

Income Tax : The article argues that the ITAT's interpretation of Sections 2(19AA) and 2(41A) overlooked the anti-surplusage canon, creating su...

July 8, 2026 39 Views 0 comment Print

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 55029 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 18429 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 448014 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 426 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 192 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 210 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 6, 2026 120 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 333 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 183 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


LIC Survival Benefit from Father’s Death Exempt Under Section 10(10D): ITAT

July 28, 2023 984 Views 0 comment Print

The Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT) Hyderabad ruled in favor of Rajiv Venkataraman, stating that the survival benefit received from LIC on his father’s death is exempt under Section 10(10D) of the Income Tax Act.

NFAC Cannot Deny Justice on other issues due to Relief Granted on One issue: ITAT

July 28, 2023 729 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT held that approach adopted by NFAC merely because he granted relief in respect of one item of additions, does not mean that he can deny justice in respect of balance additions/grounds of appeal raised before him.

Rejection of special audit report of special auditor on flimsy ground is incorrect

July 27, 2023 2295 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT Chennai held that rejection of special audit report of the special auditor appointed in terms of section 142(2A) of the Income Tax Act on flimsy grounds without any finding as to how observation of the special auditor is incorrect.

25 FAQs on Significant Economic Presence for Non Residents Operating in India

July 27, 2023 22731 Views 0 comment Print

Explore 25 FAQs on Significant Economic Presence (SEP) for Non-Residents in India. Understand the impact of SEP on digital and e-commerce business models, reasons for its application, income tax implications, criteria, challenges, and immunity through Double Taxation Avoidance Agreements (DTAA). Stay informed about legal obligations, special roles for professionals, and the governments challenges in managing income tax leakages in the digital and e-commerce sectors. Expert insights for NRs operating in India.

Justified Invocation of Section 263: No Enquiry or Verification

July 27, 2023 1923 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT Raipur held that invocation of section 263 of the Income Tax Act justified as AO passed the order without making any enquiry or verification and hence such order passed is deemed to be erroneous and prejudicial to the interest of revenue.

ITAT Delhi: Project-Specific Services Not Subject to FIS under India-USA DTAA

July 25, 2023 1071 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT Delhi held that passing of project-specific architectural drawings and designs with measurements did not amount to making available technical knowledge, know-how, or processes. Since ‘make available’ clause is not satisfied, services rendered to the AOP does not fall within the purview of FIS under Article 12(4)(b) of the India-USA DTAA.

Presumptive Taxation Scheme Under Section 44ADA and Section 44AE

July 25, 2023 3816 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the Presumptive Taxation Scheme under Sections 44ADA and 44AE of the Income Tax Act 1961. Learn how individuals and partnership firms in specified professions can declare income at a prescribed rate, simplifying tax compliance. Understand the eligibility criteria, computation methods, ITR form usage, and the benefits of adopting these schemes for small business owners and professionals.

HC Upholds Exclusion of Comparables Due to Functional Dissimilarity & Amalgamation

July 25, 2023 1134 Views 0 comment Print

Delhi High Court’s judgment on transfer pricing case involving functional dissimilarity & amalgamation, leading to exclusion of certain comparables.

Understanding Corporate Taxation: Key Issues and Upcoming Changes

July 24, 2023 2205 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the complexities of corporate taxation amid the fast-developing world economy, focusing on issues like dividend tax, international taxation, technical fees, and more. Get insights into upcoming judicial pronouncements and changes in the field.

Representation on Glitches in Income Tax Portal: Non-display of notices

July 24, 2023 13749 Views 0 comment Print

Karnataka State Chartered Accountants Association addresses technical glitches in the ‘e-proceedings’ tab of the IT portal regarding non-display of recent notices.

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