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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


Merger & Acquisitions provisions under Income Tax Act, 1961

June 20, 2022 109104 Views 0 comment Print

We are recovering from COVID-19 pandemic era in which whole world has stopped due to deadly COVID-19 virus and business activities have also been at hold. The business houses are starting their activities of merger and acquisitions.

Section 194R of Income Tax Act: TDS on perquisites or benefits on business & professions 

June 20, 2022 7815 Views 0 comment Print

Understand the new TDS section 194R of Income Tax Act and its impact on perquisites or benefits on business and professions.

Income Tax Dept aims to spread tax literacy among children through games, puzzles & comics

June 19, 2022 1386 Views 0 comment Print

Income Tax Department aims to spread tax literacy among children through games, puzzles and comics Moving beyond text based literature, awareness seminars and workshops, the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has adopted a novel approach to spread tax literacy through ‘learn by play’ methods.  CBDT has brought out products to introduce concepts related to […]

Electronic Commerce Taxation – Current trends, Law & Judicial approach

June 19, 2022 7239 Views 6 comments Print

Stay updated on current trends, laws, and judicial approaches in electronic commerce taxation. Explore the world of e-commerce and its impact on taxation.

Rights of Taxpayers In India

June 18, 2022 5208 Views 0 comment Print

Human rights and taxes today have an obvious and unmistakable connection, with human rights having a tangible and formal impact on many aspects of the tax relationship.

How to read tax judgements

June 18, 2022 3849 Views 0 comment Print

Learn how to read tax judgements like a pro. Get tips and advice for navigating complex legal documents and understanding their contents.

Whether Interest income is eligible for deduction u/s 80IA of Income Tax Act, 1961

June 16, 2022 14250 Views 2 comments Print

Learn about the eligibility of interest income for deduction u/s 80IA of the Income Tax Act. Discover the benefits for industrial undertakings and infrastructure development.

Heads I win, tails you lose – IBC law overrides Income Tax provisions

June 16, 2022 11265 Views 0 comment Print

High Court held that IBC law overrides Income Tax law. The assessment proceedings initiated by the Income Tax Department for the assessment year which is covered by the date of resolution plan approved by the NCLT is not permissible as per IBC and hence, notices issued during the said period are liable to quashed.

Charitable Trusts – All about Investments, Corpus & Anonymous Donation

June 13, 2022 48759 Views 1 comment Print

Ensure tax-exempt status for trusts with our guide. Compliance with Income Tax Act secures exemptions for property-derived income. Explore investments, corpus donations, and more.

Restrictions on Cash Loans, Deposits & Advances under Income Tax

June 12, 2022 58920 Views 0 comment Print

ANALYSIS OF SEC 269SS No person shall accept, from any other person, loan, deposit or any specified sum otherwise than by A/c payee cheque, bank draft or use of ECS through a bank account or through such other electronic mode as may be prescribed, if:

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