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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 39 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 55029 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 18429 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 448014 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 228 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 120 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


GST, Income Tax, FCRA & Other Compliances of Charitable Entities

February 2, 2023 9204 Views 5 comments Print

3 essential compliances for charitable organizations: registration under Section 12AB, GST, & FCRA. Know your Income Tax requirements!

Draft submission when AO not complies with section 147 to 151 of Income Tax

February 2, 2023 5808 Views 0 comment Print

Draft submission to ITAT when AO doesn’t comply with section 147 to 151 of Income Tax. Ground of Appeal & Arguments in writing, AO’s reasons recorded u/s 148(2) were never supplied to assessee. Assessment bad in law & spirits as reopening bad enough.

Union Budget 2023-24- Proposed Changes relating to Income Tax Search & Seizure Provisions 

February 2, 2023 3258 Views 0 comment Print

In Finance Bill 2023 Finance Minister recommended significant though few changes relating to Income Tax Search & Seizure

Highlights of Union Budget 2023 related to Income Tax

February 2, 2023 4848 Views 0 comment Print

For Union Budget 2023, Finance Minister proposed new amendments related to TDS & TCS, as well as no changes in corporate tax rates. Highlights here!

Direct Tax Amendments proposed by Finance Bill 2023

February 2, 2023 11385 Views 4 comments Print

Understand the Income Tax Exemptions Amendments proposed by Finance Bill 2023 – no change in Minimum threshold limits and surcharge slabs. Opt for the new tax regime to get maximum benefits of interest on housing loan, HRA, 80C, 80D, 80G, 80T etc.

Budget 2023-What’s new in the new Income Tax Regime

February 1, 2023 13992 Views 1 comment Print

Learn how to navigate the new Income Tax Regime Budget 2023 with hon. FM Smt. Nirmala Sitharamans changes to ITR forms and Section 44AD of the Income Tax Act, 1961. Simplify filing taxes with new Budget 2023 details!

Income Tax and GST on Online Gaming

February 1, 2023 7896 Views 0 comment Print

Winnings from lottery, card games, crossword puzzles or any sort of games are taxable at flat rate of 30% as income from other sources.

Section 80QQB of the Income Tax Act 1961

January 31, 2023 21024 Views 1 comment Print

Learn the key features and benefits of Section 80QQB of the Income Tax Act 1961. Read up on this important provision of royalties for authors, composers, photographers, and film producers.

Analysis of Section 80TTA of the Income Tax Act 1961

January 31, 2023 13275 Views 2 comments Print

Get a complete analysis of Section 80TTA of the Income Tax Act 1961 & learn when trusts and companies are ineligible for the deduction of up to Rs 10,000. Understand how these deductions apply to individuals & HUFs.

ACIT (Exemption) Vs. Ahmedabad Urban Development Authority 2022 (SC)- Critical Analysis

January 31, 2023 16767 Views 2 comments Print

Income Tax Act, 1961 defines charitable purpose as activities including providing relief to the poor promoting education and yoga, providing medical reliefs, preservation of environment and historical monuments and advancement of any other object of general public utility (GPU)

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