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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


Faceless Assessment | Section 144B of Income Tax Act 1961

May 26, 2021 196695 Views 1 comment Print

Following section 144B shall be Ins. after section 144A by the Taxation and Other Laws (Relaxation and Amendment of Certain Provisions) Act, 2020, w.e.f. 1-4-2021 : Faceless Assessment. 144B. (1) Notwithstanding anything to the contrary contained in any other provisions of this Act, the assessment under sub-section (3) of section 143 or under section 144, […]

Extending dates for filing belated & Revised IT Returns for AY 2020-21

May 25, 2021 7722 Views 2 comments Print

Direct Taxes Professionals’ Association has made a representation to Hon’ble Finance Minister, Mrs. Nirmala Sitharaman, and requested for extending dates for filing belated and Revised IT Returns for AY 2020-21 and for furnishing Form 10A for fresh Registration under section 12AB and exemption under section 80G of the Income Tax Act, 1961 DIRECT TAXES PROFESSIONALS’ […]

Rest in Peace Royalty!

May 25, 2021 1551 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the taxation controversy surrounding royalty and withholding tax obligations in India. Learn about the landmark ruling by the Supreme Court.

Taxation of Seafarer/ Merchant -Navy In India

May 25, 2021 61434 Views 6 comments Print

Understanding the taxation of seafarers and merchant navy in India. Learn about the earnings and income tax implications for seafarers in the financial year 2020-21.

Section 147 assessment based on specific, relevant & reliable information is valid: SC

May 24, 2021 3537 Views 0 comment Print

Phool Chand Bajrang Lal Vs. ITO (Supreme Court) The Hon’ble Supreme Court judgement in favour of the department makes it clear that when an information which is specific, relevant and reliable reassessment proceedings u/s 147 are valid, otherwise not. One of the purposes of Section 147, appears to us to be, to ensure that a […]

Analysis of sections 147, 148, 148A, 149 and 151 of Income Tax

May 24, 2021 24822 Views 0 comment Print

Analysis of sections 147, 148, 148A, 149 and 151 of the Income Tax Act, 1961 (Act) as substituted vide Finance Act, 2021 For the sake of convenience, pre-substituted sections and sections substituted Vide Finance Act, 2021 are tabulated as under: Pre-Substituted Sections Newly amended/substituted sections by Finance Act, 2021 Income escaping assessment. 147. If the […]

Section 80D of Income tax Act, 1961

May 23, 2021 11664 Views 3 comments Print

Understand Section 80D of Income Tax Act, 1961. Learn about the applicability, definitions, and deductions available for individuals and families.

Paradigm Shift In Appeal Proceedings Under Income Tax Act – Against Principles of “Natural Justice – Audi Alteram Partem”

May 22, 2021 3117 Views 0 comment Print

The faceless appeal scheme at first appellate stage introduced by the Government vide Finance Act, 2020 under section 250 of the Income-tax Act, 1961 brought a paradigm shift in the Appeal proceedings, in addition to it a provisions w.r.t. Income Tax Appellate Tribunal were amended vide Finance Act, 2021 for introducing faceless appeals scheme even at Appellate Tribunal (second Appellate forum).

Substantive Vs. Procedural Law- Which one is Superior Law?

May 22, 2021 67200 Views 0 comment Print

What Is Substantive Law ? What Is Procedural Law ? And Which Of The Two Is Superior Law ? Substantive law refers to how facts of each case are handled and how to penalize or ascertain damages in each case. Whereas, Procedural law refers to the different processes through which a case proceeds. Substantive laws […]

New Provision relating to TDS on Purchase of Goods | Section 194Q

May 22, 2021 2607 Views 2 comments Print

Understand the new provision relating to TDS on the purchase of goods under Section 194Q. Learn about the similarities and differences with Section 206C.

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