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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 Expatriates in India

January 25, 2023 6249 Views 0 comment Print

Understand the taxation of expatriates in India, covering the residential status, taxability, and exemptions. Explore how the Income Tax Act and Double Tax Avoidance Agreement influence the taxation of expats’ income, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.

Tax Benefits under section 35AC of Income Tax Act 1961

January 25, 2023 14244 Views 1 comment Print

Explore tax benefits under Section 35AC of the Income Tax Act 1961, encouraging eligible companies to contribute to public welfare projects. Enjoy deductions of 125% of the amount spent, capped at 10% of net profits, fostering social welfare and development. Ensure timely approval from the National Committee for Promotion of Social and Economic Welfare to avail deductions. Learn about the positive impact on education, health, environment, and more. Leverage Section 35AC for an easier and efficient means of contributing to the betterment of society.

Capital loss on sale of STT paid shares/mutual fund cannot be set off against LTCG on sale of land

January 25, 2023 3600 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT Mumbai held that long term capital loss arising out of the sale of shares and units of mutual funds on which STT was paid and covered under section 10(38) could not be set off against long-term capital gain arising out of the sale of land as per section 70(3) of the Act.

Assessee can raise additional claims before appellate authority

January 25, 2023 4269 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT Mumbai held that assessee is entitled to raise the additional legal submissions and also additional claims before the appellate authorities. Accordingly, appellate authorities have jurisdiction to entertain the new claim.

Electronic filing of Form 10F – Impact analysis

January 23, 2023 19614 Views 0 comment Print

E-filing Form 10F for non-residents Understand the impact of recent CBDT notifications making it mandatory. Learn the requirements and compliance burden for non-residents, including obtaining PAN and appointing professionals for DSC. Examine the impact on the tax department and increased transparency in transactions with non-residents. Stay informed to ensure compliance with Tax Treaties and avoid penalties.

Is Class Legislation possible in Taxation?

January 21, 2023 3456 Views 0 comment Print

Learn more about Reasonable Classification and ‘Doctrine of Class Legislation’ in Taxation law. Is it possible to make laws based on Classes of persons? Find out here!

Everything About SFT (Statement of Financial Transactions)

January 19, 2023 14757 Views 0 comment Print

Learn Everything About SFT (Statement of Financial Transactions) and the Basic Provisions included in Section 285BA of Income Tax Act, 1961. Know who should provide SFT and the types of transactions reporting persons must report.

Reassessment only on account of ‘change of opinion’ is liable to be struck down

January 19, 2023 1422 Views 0 comment Print

Rajasthan High Court held that reassessment resorted only on account of ‘Change of opinion’ of AO and without there being any fresh tangible evidence for reopening the assessment proceedings is liable to be struck down.

Re-opening of assessment unjustified as complete disclosure of primary material facts already submitted

January 19, 2023 984 Views 0 comment Print

Bombay High Court held that re-opening of assessment under section 147 of the Income Tax Act is unjustified as the assessee provided complete disclosure of all the primary material facts during the scrutiny assessment.

Advance Ruling to be part of “faceless scheme” vide notification No. 07/2022 dated 18.01.2022

January 18, 2023 3174 Views 3 comments Print

CBDT vide notification No. 07/2022 dated 18.01.2022, notified e-advance rulings Scheme, 2022, which is applicable with effect from 18-01-2022. The scheme provides for faceless scheme in case of Advance Ruling.

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