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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


TDS deduction under wrong section – No disallowance of expenses – Section 40(a)(ia)

October 21, 2022 16197 Views 1 comment Print

Understanding TDS deduction under Section 40(a)(ia) of the Income Tax Act. Learn about the disallowance of expenses and the consequences of non-compliance.

Section 44BB of Income Tax Act 1961 with brief summary

October 18, 2022 16377 Views 0 comment Print

Understand Section 44BB of the Income Tax Act 1961 and its implications for non-resident businesses providing services or facilities in connection with mineral oils.

Health & Education Cess not allowed as business expenditure – Section 37?

October 15, 2022 6267 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the impact of Finance Act 2022 on Health and Education Cess in business expenditure. Insights on legal provisions, deductibility under Section 37, and retrospective applicability.

Deposits with Co-operative Society by a Charitable Trust under Section 11(5) of Income Tax Act, 1961

October 9, 2022 8115 Views 2 comments Print

Discover the nuances of deposits with a co-operative society by a charitable trust under Section 11(5) of the Income Tax Act, 1961. Learn from judicial rulings for compliant investments.

Transactions by Charitable Trust with Persons Specified U/s. 13(3) of Income Tax Act, 1961

October 9, 2022 44331 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the intricacies of transactions by charitable trusts with specified persons under Section 13(3) of the Income Tax Act, 1961. Learn about exemptions, restrictions, and compliance to ensure lawful dealings.

Section 119A of Income Tax Act – A fergotten section

October 6, 2022 6969 Views 1 comment Print

Explore Section 119A of the Income Tax Act and its implications. Understand the Taxpayer’s Charter and the guidelines set by the Board for its administration.

Section 269SS & 269T (Clause 31 TAR Form 3CD) Info Collection Excel Sheet

October 3, 2022 46176 Views 0 comment Print

The section 269SS and 269T of the Income Tax Act, 1961 prohibits acceptance / repayment of loan, deposit, specified sum etc. otherwise than by an account payee cheque, account payee bank draft, ECS through bank account etc. The violation of the above provisions may attract stringent penalty under section 271D and 271E respectively. The clause […]

FM urged Income Tax Department to focus on 3 R’s

October 1, 2022 2301 Views 0 comment Print

Government of India Ministry of Finance Department of Revenue Central Board of Direct Taxes New Delhi, 27th September, 2022 PRESS RELEASE The Finance Minister’s Award 2022 presentation ceremony held by the Income Tax Department at Delhi The Finance Minister’s Award 2022 presentation ceremony was held by the Income Tax Department today at Kedarnath Sahni Auditorium, […]

Rule 132: Application for Re-computation of Income under section 155(18)

October 1, 2022 8937 Views 0 comment Print

a. Rule no.132 shall come into force from the 1st day of October, 2022. b. An application requesting for re-computation of total income of the previous year without allowing the claim for deduction of surcharge or cess, which was claimed and allowed as deduction u/s 40 of the Act in the said previous year as stood before such retrospective amendment, shall be made in Form No.69. 

Applicable TAR Clause – 44AB(a) Or 44AB(e) For Turnover Between Rs. 1cr – 2cr

September 29, 2022 248676 Views 5 comments Print

Find out which clause of the tax audit is applicable – 44AB(a) or 44AB(e) – for businesses with a turnover between Rs. 1cr – 2cr.

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