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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


What Does “Business” Actually Mean Under New Income Tax Act, 2025?

March 25, 2026 1140 Views 0 comment Print

The law defines business broadly to include trade, commerce, and even single transactions. The key takeaway is that intent and nature of activity determine tax treatment.

ITAT Delhi Upholds GP Addition After Books Rejected for Lack of Evidence

March 25, 2026 957 Views 0 comment Print

The issue was whether rejection of books and GP estimation was justified due to missing records. ITAT upheld the addition, ruling that failure to produce bills, vouchers, and stock records justified estimation.

Income Tax Form 92: Quarterly Non-Resident Disclosure Statement (Rule 157)

March 25, 2026 2985 Views 0 comment Print

The requirement mandates specified funds and brokers to report non-resident investor details quarterly. It ensures transparency and enables monitoring of cross-border transactions.

Income Tax Form 91: Refusal to supply information under section 258(2)(a)

March 25, 2026 510 Views 0 comment Print

The issue relates to refusal of taxpayer information requested by an authorised authority. The framework allows rejection where disclosure is not in public interest, ensuring confidentiality safeguards.

Income Tax Form 89: Form for furnishing information – Section 258(2)

March 25, 2026 534 Views 0 comment Print

The framework governs how taxpayer information is shared with authorised authorities. It ensures that disclosure is controlled, lawful, and limited to permissible information.

Income Tax Form 88: Application for Information under Section 258(2)(a)

March 25, 2026 1608 Views 0 comment Print

The issue involved incomplete or incorrect taxpayer details in Form 088. It was held that accurate identification and complete information are essential. The ruling highlights the importance of proper documentation.

Income Tax Form 81: Audit Report under section 232(21) for tonnage tax scheme

March 25, 2026 489 Views 0 comment Print

The requirement ensures that companies under the tonnage tax scheme submit certified audit reports. It mandates verification of income computation and compliance with statutory conditions.

Income Tax Form 80: Application for Tonnage Tax Scheme Option – Section 231

March 25, 2026 453 Views 0 comment Print

Form 80 enables eligible companies to opt for or renew the tonnage tax scheme under the new law. Filing is mandatory to avail simplified taxation based on tonnage. Proper compliance ensures continued eligibility for tax benefits.

Income Tax Form 79: Statement of income paid or credited by investment fund – section 224

March 25, 2026 408 Views 0 comment Print

The case examined whether pass-through taxation could operate without Form 79. It was held that the form is essential for proper income distribution reporting. The ruling highlights procedural compliance.

Income Tax Form 78: Statement of Income Distributed by Investment Fund to Unit Holder

March 25, 2026 411 Views 0 comment Print

The dispute revolved around absence of Form 78 for investor reporting. It was held that the form ensures proper income classification and tax treatment. The decision reinforces mandatory compliance.

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