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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


Can I claim House Rent Allowance even if I’m staying in my parents’ house?

August 21, 2021 102582 Views 1 comment Print

Salaried individuals residing in rented house are entitled to tax exemption on House Rent Allowance (HRA) under Section 10(13A) of the Income Tax Act, 1961. But are you aware of the fact that you, as a salaried individual can take advantage of this exemption while staying at your parents’ home. Read this blog, to know more! Provisions […]

Taxability of Employee Stock Option Plan in the hands of Employees

August 20, 2021 40677 Views 3 comments Print

Employee Stock Ownership Plan enables an employee to establish ownership in the company by obtaining its shares. Earlier, such plans were created by top companies for their employees at managerial level to incentivise them, and to develop a sense of ownership and belongingness in the organisation.

Trust: Creation, Trust Deed & Registration

August 20, 2021 79746 Views 2 comments Print

Learn all about trust creation, trust deed, and registration as per the Indian Trust Act 1882. Understand the types of trusts in India and how they are governed by the Indian Trusts Act.

Assistant Commissioner Vs. Velliappa Textiles Ltd. (Supreme Court) – Analysis

August 20, 2021 8877 Views 1 comment Print

The doctrine of Corporate Criminal Liability is a very important part with respect to the relations between a corporation and a person. The doctrine states about the liability of the corporates for any acts which is done by agents or employees.

Taxation of Segregated Portfolio Scheme

August 16, 2021 31455 Views 2 comments Print

Understand the taxation of segregated portfolio schemes under the Income Tax Act, 1961. Learn about the impact on debt mutual funds and investors.

Taxation Laws (Amendment) Act, 2021

August 14, 2021 4764 Views 0 comment Print

In section 9 of the Income-tax Act, 1961, in sub-section (1), in clause (i), in Explanation 5, after the third proviso, the following provisos shall be inserted, namely:— “Provided also that nothing contained in this Explanation shall apply to— (i) an assessment or reassessment to be made under section 143, section 144, section 147 or section 153A or section 153C; or (ii) an order to be passed enhancing the assessment or reducing a refund already made or otherwise increasing the liability of the assessee under section 154; or

No province of Tribunal to modify explicit enactments in statues

August 14, 2021 657 Views 0 comment Print

Understanding the boundaries of Tribunal power: the importance of adhering to explicit statutory provisions.

Key Features & Benefits of Taxation Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2021

August 13, 2021 1695 Views 0 comment Print

Taxation Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2021 Key Features of Taxation Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2021 1. Provides that no tax demand shall be raised in the future based on the retrospective amendment made through Finance Act, 2012, for any indirect transfer of Indian assets if the transaction was undertaken before 28th May 2012. 2. Provides that the […]

Set off and Carry forward of Losses under Income Tax Act, 1961

August 13, 2021 111660 Views 2 comments Print

This Article covers Income Tax Act Provisions that are related to carry forward and set off of losses. All Losses arising from exempted sources of income cannot be adjusted against taxable income. If an income source is exempt, then the loss cannot be set off against any income that is taxable.

Fresh Evidence only after fresh opportunity for rebuttal

August 13, 2021 1131 Views 0 comment Print

It is settled law that the first appellate authority has all the powers of the AO and may, therefore, admit evidence which was not made available to the Assessing Officer, except where the assessee had ample opportunity but such evidence was willfully withheld. Where such fresh evidence is offered by either party the other party […]

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