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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 108: Exercise of Option for Application of Charitable Income

March 26, 2026 558 Views 0 comment Print

Failure to file Form 108 before the return due date results in loss of exemption benefits. The ruling emphasizes strict adherence to timelines. This highlights the importance of timely compliance for non-profits.

Income Tax Form 107: Order for NPO Registration or Approval – Sections 332/354

March 26, 2026 4956 Views 0 comment Print

Providing incorrect or misleading information can result in rejection or cancellation of registration. The ruling highlights strict scrutiny of disclosures. This safeguards against misuse of tax benefits.

Income Tax Form 106: Order Rejecting Provisional Registration/Approval Request of NPO

March 26, 2026 768 Views 0 comment Print

The issue concerns the process for granting or rejecting provisional registration or approval. The framework defines timelines, validity, and conditions. The key takeaway is structured compliance for registration under the new regime.

Income Tax Form: 105: NPO Registration u/s 332 or Approval u/s 354

March 26, 2026 4707 Views 0 comment Print

Form 105 streamlines registration and approval for non-profits under the new tax regime. It improves compliance and enables tax benefits for organisations and donors.

Income Tax Form 104: Application for provisional registration or approval for non-profit organisations

March 26, 2026 1968 Views 0 comment Print

If activities have already commenced, Form 104 becomes non-est and is not processed. The ruling enforces strict eligibility criteria for provisional registration. This prevents misuse of simplified registration provisions.

Form 103: Notice of demand under section 289 of Income tax Act 2025

March 26, 2026 1290 Views 0 comment Print

The revised Form 103 incorporates digital payment mechanisms for settling tax demands. The ruling reflects modernization of tax administration. This enhances ease of compliance and transparency in payment processes.

Income Tax Form 102: TDS Credit When Income Is Declared in a Different Year

March 26, 2026 912 Views 0 comment Print

Form 102 provides a mechanism to claim TDS credit where deduction and income reporting occur in different years. It ensures taxpayers do not lose legitimate credit.

Income Tax Form 100: Special Audit report under section 268(5)

March 26, 2026 396 Views 0 comment Print

The new Form 100 replaces outdated audit reporting formats to improve compliance and clarity. It standardizes reporting for special audits directed by tax authorities.

Income Tax Form 99: Appeal to JCIT (Appeals) or CIT (Appeals)

March 26, 2026 3549 Views 0 comment Print

The new law mandates filing appeals within 30 days, with delay allowed only upon justified condonation. The ruling emphasizes timely compliance and procedural discipline. This ensures faster resolution of tax disputes.

Income Tax Form No. 93/94/95/96: Application for Allotment of PAN

March 26, 2026 29901 Views 0 comment Print

The government introduced new PAN forms to simplify application procedures and reduce errors. The update ensures better user experience and improved verification processes.

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