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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 75 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 55044 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 18465 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 448104 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 435 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 195 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 225 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 165 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


Top 5 benefits that ULIPs offer

October 27, 2021 2427 Views 1 comment Print

Introduction: Amruta, a software engineer, lived in Bangalore, one of the costliest cities of India. She lived with her husband and two kids. Both the parents were working and tried to make the living affordable. But they were pretty worried about their kids’ future. So the couple discussed and found on several platforms about the […]

How to repatriate amount from NRO to NRE account

October 27, 2021 22335 Views 1 comment Print

How to repatriate the amount from NRO account to NRE account in compliance with Income tax Act, 1961 and Foreign exchange management Act, 1999? 1. Whether a resident relative (Father) can deposit money in his son’s Account? Yes, a resident relative (father) can deposit money. 2. What would be tax implication in respect of question […]

What is Income and what are the Different Sources of Income

October 27, 2021 135297 Views 0 comment Print

Discover the concept of income and its various sources. Learn about salary, business profits, dividends, and more in this comprehensive guide.

Electoral Trust (ET)

October 26, 2021 36300 Views 0 comment Print

Understand the concept of Electoral Trust (ET) and its objectives. Learn how these non-profit organizations bring transparency to political party funding.

Income Tax Ready Reckoner for 21-22 (An E-Book)

October 23, 2021 151584 Views 19 comments Print

This e-BOOK is an attempt to summarize Important topics of INCOME TAX ACT  and present it as a quick ready reckoner. E-book is result of Notes which I have been preparing as a quick summary throughout the last 10 years.

Withdrawal of tax exemption for interest accrued on EPF in specified cases

October 22, 2021 3321 Views 1 comment Print

Withdrawal of tax exemption for interest accrued on Employees Provident Fund (EPF) in specified cases Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman in her budget speech had proposed to cap the tax exemption for interest accrued on Employees Provident Fund (EPF) and Voluntary Provident Fund (VPF) in the third Union Budget she presented. The Income Tax Act, 1961, presently provides […]

TDS on Salary – Employer Approach

October 21, 2021 26790 Views 1 comment Print

Section 192 of the Income Tax Act, 1961 TDS on Salary – An Employer Approach This article might be useful for employers by guiding them regarding deducting TDS on salary income payable to their employees in all aspects. I am hereby addressing frequently arising doubts among the employers with respect to salary TDS. Here we, […]

Indian Taxpayers’ Charter – Taxpayers rights and obligations

October 19, 2021 7521 Views 0 comment Print

Understand your rights and obligations as an Indian taxpayer. Discover the Indian Taxpayers’ Charter and learn how it ensures justice and fair play in tax collection.

खेती की कमाई कब होगी करमुक्त

October 18, 2021 3177 Views 0 comment Print

ज्यादातर लोगों के मन में आज भी यह धारणा है कि खेती की जमीन पर की गई हर प्रकार की गतिविधियां, उद्योग, धंधा, आदि खेती की श्रेणी में आते है और करमुक्त होतें है. खासकर डेयरी फार्मिंग, पोल्ट्री फार्मिंग और व्यावसायिक पौधों को बेचना, तो लोग खेती ही मानते हैं. इस धारणा को हमें ठीक […]

Taxability of income from downlinking television channels in India by foreign company

October 17, 2021 2409 Views 0 comment Print

Understand the tax implications for foreign companies downlinking television channels in India and foreign citizens displaying diamonds in Bharat Diamond Bourse.

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