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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 66 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 55041 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 18453 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 448074 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 429 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 789 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 153 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


Revenue Expenditure or Capital Expenditure – The Contest continues

December 20, 2022 4251 Views 0 comment Print

Revenue or Capital Expenditure? The Apex Court in Empire Jute Co. Ltd. vs Commissioner Of Income Tax offers its verdict – learn more in this blog post!

TCS on Sale of Goods under Section 206C(1H) with FAQs

December 19, 2022 557574 Views 14 comments Print

Understand TCS on Sale of Goods (Section 206C(1H)) with FAQs. Learn about rates, applicability, and key clarifications. Stay informed on Income Tax Act changes for better compliance.

Income Tax Payment New Options

December 18, 2022 9801 Views 0 comment Print

Explore new income tax payment options Internet Banking, Debit Card, Pay at Bank Counter, RTGS, and Payment Gateway. No transaction charges for certain modes. Check available banks and make secure online payments hassle-free.

Section 54 of Income Tax Act, 1961

December 18, 2022 6588 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the nuances of Section 54 of the Income Tax Act, 1961, including amendments from the Finance Act, 2019. Learn how the provision allows claiming deductions for investing in residential houses, with insights into recent rulings clarifying the eligibility criteria.

Services- Business or Profession under Income Tax Act, 1961

December 17, 2022 58923 Views 2 comments Print

Activities concerning goods come under the definition of business whereas activities concerning services can come either under business or under profession. It is important to note that under the Income Tax regime, the definitions of ‘business’ and ‘profession’ are inclusive. This means that the Income Tax Act does not have clear-cut guidelines which categorises the services under business or profession.

Non-mentioning of DIN will invalidate revision order for violation of procedure as per CBDT’s Circular

December 15, 2022 1518 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT held that non- mentioning of Document Identification Number (DIN) as per instruction of CBDT in Circular No.19/2019 dated 14.08.2019 invalidates revision order for violation of procedure.

Payment received from Freight/Logistic Support Service cannot be treated as Royalty

December 15, 2022 1596 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT held that payment received in India for providing logistics support services cannot be treated as royalty under Section 9(1)(vi) or fees for technical services under section 9(1)(vii) of Income Tax Act, 1961

Taxation On Online Gaming – A Taxation Perspective

December 15, 2022 34257 Views 7 comments Print

Understand the taxation provisions for online gaming under the Income-tax Act, including TDS rules, net winnings calculation, and specific provisions for bonuses and withdrawals.

SOP on filing of Appeals/SLPs by Income Tax Department in SC

December 15, 2022 14253 Views 0 comment Print

CBDT Instruction No. 2/2022 – Standard operating procedure (SCOP) on filing of Appeals/Special leave petition (SLPs) by the Income Tax Department in the Supreme Court (SC) and related matters. Instruction No. 2/2022 F.No.279/Misc./M-72/2022-ITJ Government of India Ministry of Finance Department of Revenue Central Board of Direct Taxes ******* New Delhi the 15th December, 2022 To All the […]

Representation on delay in processing of Section 119(2)(b) applications

December 6, 2022 5700 Views 0 comment Print

Representation on delay in processing of applications filed under Section 119(2)(b) of the Income-tax Act, 1961 and recommendation to introduce online measures

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