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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 67: AMT Computation Report under Income Tax Act, 2025

March 25, 2026 591 Views 0 comment Print

The issue concerned whether uncertified or missing Form 67 could validate AMT claims. It was held that CA certification and filing are essential conditions. The ruling highlights the importance of authenticated reporting.

Income Tax Form 66: Book Profit Computation Report – Section 206(1)

March 25, 2026 606 Views 0 comment Print

Explains mandatory filing of Form 66 for companies liable to MAT and the requirement of CA certification. Highlights consequences of non-filing and defective returns.

Income Tax Form 65: Option for Taxation of Patent Royalty Income

March 25, 2026 477 Views 0 comment Print

The guidance clarifies that concessional tax is available only with a mandatory lock-in period. Taxpayers must comply with strict conditions to retain benefits.

Income Tax Form 61: Authorisation for Deduction on Payments to Notified Jurisdictional Financial Institutions

March 25, 2026 744 Views 0 comment Print

The dispute involved deduction claims without proper authorization. The ruling confirmed that Form 61 is essential for validating such claims. Taxpayers must adhere to filing timelines.

Income Tax Form 56: Information & Documents for Constituent Entities under Section 171(4)

March 25, 2026 549 Views 0 comment Print

Covers Master File, CbCR, and related forms, explaining compliance requirements and global alignment under new tax rules.

Income Tax Form 55: Application Form for Indian Resident Assessee to Invoke MAP under Tax Treaties

March 25, 2026 429 Views 0 comment Print

Form 55 enables Indian taxpayers to invoke MAP for resolving double taxation disputes. It provides a structured mechanism for relief under DTAA provisions.

Income Tax Form 54: Application for Renewal of an Advance Pricing Agreement (APA)

March 25, 2026 474 Views 0 comment Print

Form 54 streamlines APA renewals for similar transactions, enabling quicker evaluation and resolution. This enhances administrative efficiency and taxpayer convenience.

Income Tax Form 53: Past Years’ Details for MAT Relief under Section 206(1)

March 25, 2026 441 Views 0 comment Print

Explains how taxpayers can recompute book profits and reduce MAT liability using Form 53 for APA and secondary adjustments.

Income Tax Form 52: Annual Compliance Report on Advance Pricing Agreement

March 25, 2026 870 Views 0 comment Print

Form 52 replaces Form 3CEF and mandates annual APA compliance reporting. It introduces structured disclosures and ensures accurate transfer pricing compliance.

Income Tax Form 51: Application for Advance Pricing Agreement (APA)

March 25, 2026 831 Views 0 comment Print

Once submitted, Form 51 cannot be modified except for defect corrections. Taxpayers must ensure accuracy at the time of filing. The key takeaway is the importance of precision and careful preparation.

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