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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 66 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 55041 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 18453 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 448074 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 429 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 789 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 231 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 153 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


Addition u/s 68 beyond jurisdiction if amount already declared as turnover

May 2, 2023 6150 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT Amritsar held that addition under section 68 of the Income Tax Act is beyond jurisdiction as the amount is already declared as turnover and the said turnover is reflected in the books of account.

Registration under 12AA granted as activities carried are not in nature of trade, commerce or business

May 2, 2023 1293 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT Jaipur held that as the activities carried out by the appellant (Rajasthan Para-Medical Council) are not in the nature of trade, commerce or business, hence registration under section 12AA should be granted.

Foreign Travel not covered u/s. 10(5) hence TDS deductible on same u/s 192(1)

May 2, 2023 9327 Views 0 comment Print

Supreme Court held that travel with a foreign leg is not covered under the provisions of section 10(5) of the Income Tax Act. Accordingly, TDS deductible on the same under section 192(1) of the Income Tax Act.

DIGITAL ECONOMY TAXATION: A Modification or a Rebirth?

May 1, 2023 2640 Views 0 comment Print

The virtual economy has given a way not only to unimaginable types of digital transactions. Also to a completely new economic arena consisting of multiple business participants. Smartphone usage has become the primary source of content consumption, encouraging new avenues of the digital economy like online advertising, and data monetization, leading to an all-inclusive becoming.

Category of Grievances which can be submitted on Income Tax e-Filing portal

April 30, 2023 8667 Views 0 comment Print

Navigate the Income Tax e-Filing portal with ease! Understand the categories of grievances, from Assessing Officers to e-Filing, CPC-ITR, CPC-TDS, DIT(Systems), NSDL, and UTIITSL. Learn to address issues related to assessments, e-filing, TDS, refunds, PAN, and more. Ensure a seamless tax filing experience.

MAT Credit Short Notes and Presentation in Financial Statements

April 30, 2023 179082 Views 10 comments Print

MAT credit should be accounted in books as it satisfies definition of Asset as per Framework for preparation and presentation of Financial Statements

Future and options income and its taxability

April 29, 2023 58881 Views 3 comments Print

Futures and options are types of derivatives that are traded in financial markets. A derivative is a financial instrument that derives its value from an underlying asset, such as stocks, commodities, or currencies.

Future & Option Taxability from Individual Perspective

April 29, 2023 8643 Views 0 comment Print

Understand the taxability of Future and Options (F&O) transactions from an individuals perspective. Learn about turnover calculation, tax audit applicability, and how to report profits or losses in your income tax return. Explore the nuances of claiming expenses, loss carry forward, and optimizing tax implications in F&O trading.

Stay of 80% of demand granted as 20% of disputed tax, interest and penalty already recovered

April 28, 2023 2367 Views 0 comment Print

Madras High Court granted the stay in respect of 80% of the demand, as 20% of the disputed tax, interest and penalty already recovered by the department from the bank account of the petitioner.

Depreciation on goodwill cannot be rejected merely because performance didn’t match projection

April 28, 2023 861 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT Delhi held that depreciation on goodwill cannot be rejected merely because performance didn’t match projections. Notably, valuation of goodwill on discounted cash flow method was duly accepted by AO.

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