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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


Issue of Summons by Income-tax Authorities

July 24, 2023 12432 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the intricacies of summons issued by Income-tax Authorities under Section 131 of the Income-tax Act. Learn about the authorities empowered to issue summons, their powers, and the specific purposes for which summons can be issued. Understand the importance of recording reasons, compliance, representation, and the nuances surrounding the presence of lawyers during summons. Stay informed about the legal aspects to ensure due process and minimize unnecessary litigations.

Taxation of Futures & Options Income

July 23, 2023 8385 Views 0 comment Print

INCOME to start with, from F&O is considered as ‘business income’ not as a ‘capital gain income’. Hence, in case of individuals it is taxable as a slab rates. Further, it is covered in the definition of ‘Normal Business Income’ not as ‘Speculative Business Income’.

Notice issued by ITO Delhi post transfer of jurisdiction to ITO Kolkata is bad & illegal

July 22, 2023 1167 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT Kolkata held that once the jurisdiction of the assessee is transferred from Delhi to Kolkata, every action for all the assessment year lies with ITO, Kolkata. Accordingly, notice issued u/s 148 by ITO, New Delhi is bad and illegal.

De novo adjudication ordered as CIT(A) passed ex-parte order due to non-appearance

July 21, 2023 2871 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT Mumbai held that CIT(A) has passed the order ex-parte due to the non-appearance of/on behalf of the assessee. Accordingly, de novo adjudication ordered as CIT(A) didn’t rendered any finding on merits.

Addition for cash payment to builder in succeeding AY cannot be made in AY in dispute

July 21, 2023 3168 Views 0 comment Print

Uncover the details of the ITAT Ahmedabad ruling in Surendra Ramdhar Yadav vs ITO, where the tribunal condoned a 259-day delay in filing an appeal due to medical treatment. Explore the implications and impact of this case on the legal landscape.

Taxation and Treatment of Stock Market Investments

July 21, 2023 5148 Views 1 comment Print

“Learn about stock market transactions in India, types of trades, taxation rules, and turnover calculations. Understand tax audit requirements for investors and traders

Addition u/s 68 unsustainable as genuineness, identity & creditworthiness of creditors proved

July 20, 2023 7551 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT Delhi held that addition towards unexplained credits under section 68 of the Income Tax Act unsustainable as genuineness, identity and creditworthiness of the creditors proved.

Disallowance of Payment for PF & ESI Employee Contributions Beyond Due Date (Section 36(1)(va))

July 20, 2023 109491 Views 1 comment Print

ITAT Mumbai held that payment on account of employees contribution towards PF and ESI after the due date of the respective acts is disallowable in terms of section 36(1)(va) of the Income Tax Act.

Addition in case of bogus purchases restricted only to the extent of profit element

July 19, 2023 2808 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT Ahmedabad held that addition in case of bogus purchases are restricted only to the extent of profit element involved on such purchases. Accordingly, CIT(A) correctly restricted addition to the extent of 10%.

Burden to establish genuineness of deposit during demonetization period lies on assessee

July 19, 2023 1047 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT Bangalore Held that not every deposit during the demonetization period would fall under category of unaccounted cash. However the burden is on the assessee to establish the genuineness of the deposit in order to fall outside the scope of unaccounted cash. Matter remanded for re-verification.

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