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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


Annual Information Statement – Interest from specified company by a non-resident

December 11, 2021 828 Views 0 comment Print

Annual Information Statement (AIS) – Interest from specified company by a non-resident u/s 115A(1)(a)(iiaa) Section 285BB of the Income Tax Act, 1961 read with rule 114-I of the Income Tax Rules covers the provisions relating to ‘Annual Information Statement’. An annual Information Statement is a comprehensive statement that contains various detailed information. One such information […]

TDS credit to be allowed to Employee even if not deposited by the Employer

December 9, 2021 11886 Views 0 comment Print

HC directed the Income-Tax Department to allow tax deducted at source (TDS) credit to the assessee, even if the same is not deposited by the employer. Further held that, where tax has been deducted by an employer but not paid to the Central Government, the Department should resort to Section 201 of the Income-tax Act, 1961 (IT Act) to recover TDS from the employer.

Tax on Winnings from Fantasy Games

December 7, 2021 4326 Views 0 comment Print

Every betting and gambling in India is controlled by the Public Gambling Act, 1867, that forbids all form of gambling activities and also betting on games of chance. The Act does not cover any type of provision which is related to online gamble. Also, there is no particular law for online gambling in India. Online gambling can be of any type such as crossword, card games etc.

Guide to Expatriate Taxation

December 4, 2021 15654 Views 0 comment Print

The term ‘Expatriate Tax’ is not defined under the Income Tax Act, 1961. However, in general terms, expatriate means a person who is living outside the country of his origin or where a country of which he does not hold citizenship.

Taxes you need to pay as when making money online in India

December 4, 2021 10002 Views 0 comment Print

If you are Indian and considering making money online, read our comprehensive guide for the required taxes that you must pay.

TDS on purchase of Goods- Section 194Q

December 2, 2021 938985 Views 28 comments Print

Understanding TDS on purchase of Goods- Section 194Q: A comprehensive guide to the new tax provision under the Income Tax Act of 1961.

Interplay of Taxation on Gratuity, Pension & Retirement Compensation of Salaried Individuals

December 2, 2021 4089 Views 0 comment Print

Understanding the taxation implications of gratuity, pension, and retirement compensation for salaried individuals. Get clarity on the financial aspects.

Annual Information Statement – Interest from income tax refund

December 1, 2021 4830 Views 2 comments Print

Interest is paid on the income tax refund as per provisions of section 244A of the Income Tax Act, 1961. The present article covers the reflection and processing of ‘interest from income tax refund’ in Annual Information Statement (AIS). Information source and AIS processing of ‘interest from income tax refund’- Any interest received on an […]

Income Tax on Car sold after personal use for 6 year

November 29, 2021 65181 Views 4 comments Print

Understanding the tax implications of selling a car after 6 years of personal use. Learn whether the gain is taxable under the Income Tax Act, 1961.

UP CM & FM Inaugurate Income Tax Office Complex at Lucknow

November 27, 2021 2217 Views 1 comment Print

Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh Shri Yogi Adityanath and Union Finance Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman Inaugurate Income Tax Department’s Office Complex, the new ‘Pratyaksh Kar Bhawan’, at Lucknow. The Income Tax Department’s new Office Complex, the ‘Pratyaksh Kar Bhawan’, at Lucknow was inaugurated today i. e. 26.11.2021 by Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh Shri Yogi […]

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