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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


Section 194Q: Clarification on applicability

July 1, 2021 75594 Views 15 comments Print

Understand the applicability of Section 194Q of the Income Tax Act with the help of guidelines issued by CBDT. Learn about various resolved issues and adjustments.

Income tax Notice under section 143(2) for AY 2020-21

June 30, 2021 87897 Views 1 comment Print

Off let Income tax Department has started issuing notices under section 143(2) of the Income tax Act, 1961 (Act) for the AY 2020-21 through online mode or through National e-Assessment Facilitation Center highlighting certain issues for which case has been selected for scrutiny assessment proceedings. Let us understand the aspects of the same in view […]

How to convert proprietorship business to a private limited company

June 29, 2021 22038 Views 0 comment Print

Learn how to convert a proprietorship business to a private limited company. Understand the legal and procedural aspects of the conversion process.

TDS/TCS on purchase/sale of goods & Higher TDS/TCS for ITR non-filers

June 29, 2021 9294 Views 1 comment Print

FAQ ON TDS & TCS ON PURCHASE/SALE OF GOODS & HIGHER TDS/TCS RATES IN CASE OF NON-FILERS OF ITR (Section 194Q, 206C, 206AB & 206CCA of the Income Tax Act, 1961) This FAQ covers provisions relating to (A) TDS on purchase of goods (194Q) and a comparison with TCS on sale of goods (206C(1H)) and (B) […]

Applicability & Analysis Section 206AB and 206CCA

June 28, 2021 261447 Views 12 comments Print

Applicability and Analysis Section 206AB and 206CCA of Income Tax Act, 1961 Introduction: Section 206AB and 206CCA are newly inserted sections in the Income Tax Act,1961 vide Finance Act, 2021. These sections are special provision for deduction/collection of tax at source at a higher rate for certain non-filers (specified person) of Income Tax Return. Section 206AB deals with […]

TDS and TCS on Goods – Analysis

June 28, 2021 45672 Views 9 comments Print

TDS and TCS on Goods – Analysis The Finance Act, 2020 had introduced Section 206C (1H) for levy of Tax collected at source (TCS) on sale of goods by a seller from a buyer & thereafter the Finance Act, 2021 has introduced Section 194Q to provide for deduction of tax (TDS) by a buyer from […]

Previous Year under Income Tax Act, 1961

June 27, 2021 137520 Views 3 comments Print

Understand the concept of Previous Year under the Income Tax Act, 1961. Learn about its definition, calculation, and implications for tax payment.

Agriculture Income – Section 10(1) of Income Tax Act, 1961

June 27, 2021 11268 Views 0 comment Print

Understand the concept of agriculture income under Section 10(1) of the Income Tax Act, 1961. Learn how it is exempted from total income calculation.

All about My CA service on Income Tax e-Filing Portal

June 26, 2021 17349 Views 2 comments Print

All about My CA service on Income Tax e-Filing Portal – FAQs Q.1 How can I add my CA to e-Filing account? Ans. You can add your Chartered Accountant(s) to your e-Filing account using this service after you log in to your account. The My CA service allows you to do the following: -View a […]

How to View & Submit Income Tax Compliance on Reporting Portal

June 26, 2021 6516 Views 0 comment Print

How to View & Submit Income Tax Compliance on Reporting Portal – FAQS Q.1 What are the Compliance Portal and Reporting Portal used for?  Ans. The Compliance Portal can be used by taxpayers using Single Sign On (SSO) to respond to the compliances of various kinds including e-Campaign, e-Verification, e-Proceedings and DIN Authentication. Additionally, taxpayers […]

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