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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


Lack of supplying supporting documents for ‘reason to believe’ is a flagrant violation of principles of natural justice

January 17, 2023 3954 Views 0 comment Print

Held that, non-supply of documents referred in the ‘reason to believe’ notice along with the notice to the assessee deems the reassessment proceeding and any consequential proceedings illegal and is a flagrant violation of the principles of natural justice.

Progressive Taxation: A Look at Modern Income Tax Systems

January 16, 2023 6210 Views 0 comment Print

Understand Indias taxation history and current system with a look at Progressive Taxation. Discover how Mauryan Empire in 200 BCE laid the foundation for modern income tax systems today.

Section 194-IA of Income Tax Act, 1961-TDS on Sale of Immovable Property

January 16, 2023 20814 Views 3 comments Print

This blog post looks at the requirement of Section 194-IA of Income Tax Act, 1961 to deduct TDS on the sale of immovable property. Discover how and when to deduct TDS.

CBDT approves Indian Institute of Science Education & Research under Section 35(1)(ii)

January 16, 2023 1134 Views 0 comment Print

CBDT approves ‘Indian Institute of Science Education and Research, Tirupati (PAN: AAAAI9820P)’under the category of ‘University, College or Other Institution’ for ‘Scientific Research’ for the purposes of clause (ii) of sub- Section (1) of Section 35 of the Income-tax Act, 1961 read with Rules 5C and 5E of the Income-tax Rules, 1962 vide Notification No. […]

Analysis of 4 Recent Important Income Tax Case laws

January 16, 2023 17538 Views 1 comment Print

Learn about a Gujarat High Court case on reopening of income tax re-assessment proceedings under the Finance Act 2021. Analysis of 4 Recent Important Income Tax Case laws

Applicability of TDS on the sale of property

January 12, 2023 31977 Views 5 comments Print

Understand the applicability of TDS on the sale of property. Learn about the rate, time & value on which TDS is deductible. Form 26QB, 16B & FAQs included.

Interior work in Rented Premises is Revenue Expenditure

January 11, 2023 11232 Views 0 comment Print

Interior work in Rented Premises is Revenue Expenditure- Check the tests to determine Capital or Revenue Expense in this blog post!

Form 10F – Information to be provided under Section 90(5) & 90A(5)

January 10, 2023 113538 Views 3 comments Print

Form 10F is an Income Tax form which reduces Non-resident Tax payer’s TDS rate in India. Learn what details are needed to file Form 10F & how to obtain Tax Residency Certificate.

Assessee not responsible for TDS deducted but not deposited by deductor

January 9, 2023 8649 Views 0 comment Print

Is it possible for an assessee to be held responsible for the undeposited withheld tax if the person or entity that withheld the tax from the assessee’s income failed to do so?

Guide to new TDS Section 194R of the Income Tax Act

January 9, 2023 243249 Views 7 comments Print

Explore the comprehensive guide to the new TDS Section 194R of the Income Tax Act effective from July 1, 2022. Understand its applicability, time of deduction, TDS rate, and non-applicability conditions. Delve into the clarification provided by the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) through circulars, addressing various scenarios and frequently asked questions (FAQs). Stay informed and compliant with the latest tax regulations on deduction of tax on benefits or perquisites related to business or profession.

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