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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 54987 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 18369 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 447150 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 5289 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 189 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 123 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 330 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 77: Statement of income paid or credited by business trust

March 25, 2026 753 Views 0 comment Print

The update replaces earlier reporting formats with a system-generated statement for unit holders. It ensures accurate classification and reporting of income distributed by business trusts.

Income Tax Form No. 76: Statement of Income Paid/Credited by a Business Trust – Section 223

March 25, 2026 441 Views 0 comment Print

Form 76 requires business trusts to report income distributed to unit holders under Section 223. It ensures compliance with pass-through taxation where income is taxed in the hands of investors. The form introduces improved reporting fields for transparency and accuracy.

Income Tax Form 75: Income Statement to Investor by Venture Capital Company or Fund

March 25, 2026 459 Views 0 comment Print

The dispute revolved around absence of Form 75 for investor reporting. It was held that the form ensures proper income classification and tax treatment. The decision reinforces mandatory compliance.

Income Tax Form 74: Statement of Income Paid/Credited by Venture Capital Company or Fund

March 25, 2026 411 Views 0 comment Print

The case examined whether income could be properly taxed without Form 74. It was held that the form is essential for implementing pass-through taxation. The ruling highlights procedural compliance.

Income Tax Form 73: Statement of Income Distributed by Securitisation Trust to Investors (Section 221)

March 25, 2026 513 Views 0 comment Print

The issue concerned failure to furnish Form 73 within the prescribed timeline. It was held that timely issuance is mandatory for compliance and accurate investor reporting.

Income Tax Form 72: Statement of Income Paid or Credited by Securitisation Trust (Section 221)

March 25, 2026 468 Views 0 comment Print

Form 72 mandates reporting of income distributed by securitisation trusts to investors. It ensures compliance with pass-through taxation under Section 221.

Income Tax Form 71: Accountant Verification for Exempt Income of Specified Fund

March 25, 2026 498 Views 0 comment Print

Explains the mandatory filing of Form 71 for specified funds to claim exemption or concessional tax rates. Highlights audit certification, due dates, and compliance conditions.

Income Tax Form 70: Annual Statement for Offshore Banking Unit Investment Division Income

March 25, 2026 552 Views 0 comment Print

The dispute revolved around exemption claims without submitting Form 70. It was held that the form ensures proper disclosure and verification. The decision reinforces mandatory compliance for tax relief.

Income Tax Form 69: Statement of Income of Specified Fund – Section 210(2)

March 25, 2026 453 Views 0 comment Print

The FAQs clarify that filing Form 69 within the due date is a mandatory condition to claim concessional taxation under Section 210(2). Failure to file or incorrect submission can lead to denial of tax benefits. The key takeaway is strict compliance is essential for eligibility.

Income Tax Form No. 68: Statement of Exempt Income under Schedule VI [Sl. Nos. 1–4]

March 25, 2026 837 Views 0 comment Print

Form 68 is required for claiming exemption on income of specified funds under the new tax law. Filing within due date is mandatory to avail exemption benefits.

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