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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 18462 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 432 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


Recent Changes In TCS/TDS on Sale-Purchase of Goods

June 25, 2021 91908 Views 9 comments Print

Stay updated on recent changes in TCS/TDS on sale-purchase of goods. Learn about the new regulations and their impact on businesses.

Section 194Q: TDS on purchase of goods – Analysis

June 24, 2021 563712 Views 35 comments Print

Understanding Section 194Q: TDS on purchase of goods. Learn about the applicability, rates, and time of deduction.

Comparative Analytical Summary of Section 206C(1H) & 194Q

June 24, 2021 1950 Views 0 comment Print

Comparative Analytical Summary of Section 206C(1H) & 194Q of Income Tax Act 1961: i Section & purpose 206C(1H) for Tax Collection at Source 194Q for Tax Deduction at Source ii Introduced by Finance Act & applicable to Finance Act 2020 & applicable to Seller Finance Act, 2021 & applicable to Buyer iii With effect from 1st […]

Analysis of Section 194Q of Income tax Act

June 24, 2021 10317 Views 0 comment Print

DISCUSSION ON SECTION 194Q AT A GLANCE ♦ Introduction The Finance Act, 2021, has widened the scope of the TDS Chapter in the Income Tax Act, 1961 by introducing a new section namely 194Q dealing with ⇓ TDS on  Purchase of Goods w.e.f. 1st July 2021.  This new TDS provision is just a replica of  section […]

Analysis of TDS on Freight Payments Under Section 194(6)

June 24, 2021 67584 Views 3 comments Print

A Critical Analysis Of Tds On Freight Payments Under Section 194 (6) Of The Income Tax Act, 1961 MEANING AND IMPORTANCE OF TDS IN GENERAL Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) is a system introduced by Income Tax Department, where the person responsible for making specified payments such as salary, commission, professional fees, interest, rent, contract […]

TDS Section 206AB and Section 206CCA of Income Tax Act, 1961

June 24, 2021 9741 Views 1 comment Print

Understand the implications of TDS Section 206AB and Section 206CCA of the Income Tax Act, 1961. Learn about the higher TDS rates and how they apply to specified persons.

Tribunal doubts whether tax treaty benefits can be extended to DDT

June 23, 2021 4971 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT Mumbai expressed doubts on correctness of decisions of coordinate benches on dividend distribution tax (DDT) rate being restricted by treaty provision dealing with taxation of dividends in the hands of shareholders.

Section 194C amendments & important judgements on section 40(a)(ia)

June 23, 2021 8223 Views 0 comment Print

Understanding Section 194C amendments and important court judgments on section 40(a)(ia) of the Income Tax Act.

TDS under Section 194Q – Explanations and FAQ’s

June 23, 2021 36633 Views 5 comments Print

Section 194Q: Deduction of tax at source on payment of certain sum for purchase of goods Explanations and FAQ’s 1. From which date the provisions of Sec 1 94Q Applicable? The provision of Sec 194Q notified in Finance Act, 2021 and applicable from 01st July 2021. 2. In which cases and who are liable to […]

TDS/TCS U/S 206AB & 206CCA of Income Tax Act,1961

June 23, 2021 173643 Views 6 comments Print

Understand the applicability and analysis of Section 206AB and 206CCA of the Income Tax Act,1961. Learn about the higher tax rate for non-filers and the effective date of these sections.

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