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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 54984 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 18357 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 446820 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 417 Views 0 comment Print

Profit Below 6%: Has New Law Changed Old Section 44AD–44AB Principle?

Income Tax : The article argues that Section 58(3) of the Income-tax Act, 2025 does not independently mandate books of account or tax audit for...

July 3, 2026 5283 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 9930 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 8715 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 783 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 177 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 222 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 183 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 210 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 120 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Notifications


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 327 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 177 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 981 Views 0 comment Print

CBDT revises Mandatory DIN Requirement to align with Finance Act 2026

Income Tax : CBDT updated DIN rules to align with new provisions introduced under the Finance Act, 2026. The circular mandates DIN for most tax...

March 31, 2026 3405 Views 0 comment Print


Income Tax Form 22: Approval Application for Skill Development Project – Section 47(1)(b)

March 24, 2026 348 Views 0 comment Print

The issue was whether tax benefits can be claimed without prior approval of the project. It was held that filing Form 22 before commencement is compulsory, and benefits cannot be granted without such approval.

Income Tax Form 21: Notification of Agricultural Extension Project under Section 47(1)(a)

March 24, 2026 588 Views 0 comment Print

Form 21 is essential for claiming tax benefits on agricultural extension projects. CBDT held that only notified and approved projects meeting Rule 37 conditions qualify for such benefits.

Income Tax Form 20 – Application for Approval of Agricultural Extension Project (Section 47(1)(a))

March 24, 2026 363 Views 0 comment Print

The issue was whether approval can be sought after project commencement. It was held that Form 20 must be filed before starting the project, making prior approval essential for tax benefits.

Income Tax Form 19 – Notification Application for Semiconductor Fabrication Unit – Section 46

March 24, 2026 486 Views 0 comment Print

The issue was whether tax benefits can be claimed without filing Form 19. It was held that notification is compulsory, and benefits cannot be allowed without fulfilling this requirement.

The AI Tax Trap Nobody Is Talking About

March 23, 2026 819 Views 0 comment Print

This article explains how AI tools may provide outdated tax advice under the new law. The key takeaway is that relying on unverified AI responses can lead to penalties.

CBDT Approves Indian Institute for Human Settlements for Scientific Research U/s. 35(1)(iia)

March 23, 2026 411 Views 0 comment Print

The issue involved granting recognition to an institution for research purposes. The authority approved eligibility, allowing tax deductions for scientific research activities.

Audit Exemption: Alarming Risk Signals for CA Profession

March 23, 2026 6996 Views 1 comment Print

The proposal to remove statutory audits for small companies risks eliminating independent financial scrutiny, potentially weakening transparency and accountability across the corporate ecosystem.

Trademark Transfer Not Taxable Before 2002 Due to Self-Generated Asset Rule: Gujarat HC

March 23, 2026 480 Views 0 comment Print

High Court held that consideration received for assignment of self-generated trademarks prior to 2002 amendment could not be taxed as capital gains because no cost of acquisition could be determined.

Income-tax Form No. 18: Application for Notification of Affordable Housing Project – Section 46

March 23, 2026 813 Views 0 comment Print

Filing Form 18 is essential to obtain specified business status for housing projects. Without notification, tax benefits under Section 46 cannot be claimed.

Income-tax Form No. 17: Application for Approval of Company or Research Institution – Section 45

March 23, 2026 540 Views 0 comment Print

Entities must file Form 17 to obtain approval for research-related tax benefits. Proper filing ensures eligibility and compliance with statutory conditions.

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