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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 57 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 55032 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 18441 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 448056 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 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 141 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


Taxation of Black Money under Income Tax Act, 1961

February 23, 2023 13824 Views 0 comment Print

Understanding Taxation of Black Money: Income Tax Act 1961 provisions on undisclosed foreign income/assets, tax rates, FMV calculations, and penalties.

Tax Aspects of a Slump Sale

February 23, 2023 26292 Views 0 comment Print

Explore key tax implications of a slump sale under Section 50B, Income Tax Act 1961: Capital gains, net book value determination, and more. Essential guide for businesses.

How NRI can save TDS on selling immovable property in India

February 23, 2023 6882 Views 0 comment Print

As an NRI, if you are selling a property located in India, you would have faced an assertion from the buyer that they shall deduct from your sale proceeds, a tax equal to 20% + surcharge + education cess of the entire sales consideration.

Section 43B: Payments made to Micro and Small Enterprises

February 23, 2023 5925 Views 5 comments Print

Section 43B of the Income Tax Act amended: Deductions for payments to micro and small enterprises only if made within MSMED Act’s time limits.

Tax authorities must follow proper procedures for handling & preserving electronic data

February 23, 2023 2238 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the Supreme Courts insights on Section 153C of the Income Tax Act, emphasizing due process. Learn key takeaways, including scope, applicability, assessment timelines, and the burden of proof. Ensure proper handling of electronic data in tax authority procedures.

Interest on late deposit of TDS is not allowable expenditure

February 22, 2023 2967 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT Kolkata held that interest payment on delayed deposit of Income Tax (whether in form of TDS or otherwise) is not an allowable expenditure.

Penalty u/s 271D sustainable for contravention of provisions of section 269SS

February 22, 2023 8424 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT Chennai held that amount of Rs. 14 Lakhs received in cash for sale of immovable property is against the provisions of section 269SS of the Income Tax Act. Accordingly penalty under section 271D imposable.

Addition based on circular made effective on later date not unsustainable in law

February 22, 2023 1404 Views 0 comment Print

Bombay High Court held that Circular No.5-2012 dated 1 August 2012 will not be applicable to the instant case pertaining to AY 2008-09. Law to be applied is the one that is in force in the relevant assessment year unless otherwise provided expressly or by necessary implication. Accordingly addition unsustainable.

Battle on Freebies to doctors before AY 2010-11

February 21, 2023 1377 Views 0 comment Print

Battle on Freebies to doctors before AY 2010-11 To reopen assessment, the reasons recorded must be clear & unambiguous. How Read this blog post for The Bombay High Court ruling.

Addition of difference in stock & valuation report without credible evidence is unsustainable

February 21, 2023 2868 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT Mumbai held that addition on account of difference in stock as per books and valuation report merely on the basis of statement recorded during survey without credible evidence is unsustainable in law.

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