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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


Analysis of Section 206AB & Section 206CCA of Income Tax Act, 1961

April 3, 2021 69357 Views 27 comments Print

Understanding the new Section 206AB & Section 206CCA of the Income Tax Act, 1961. Discover the implications and higher rates of TDS and TCS for non-filing and non-furnishing of PAN.

Unit Linked Insurance Policy (ULIP) under Finance Act, 2021

April 3, 2021 3987 Views 2 comments Print

Discover the benefits of Unit Linked Insurance Policy (ULIP) under the Finance Act, 2021. Get the best of both investment and insurance in one plan.

Request for extension of time to file returns of income

April 2, 2021 54045 Views 53 comments Print

Request for extension of time to file the returns of income U/s. 139(4) of the Income-tax Act 1961 (the Act) – Unsatisfactory working of income tax computer portal and spread of another wave of Corona virus in certain parts of country

Re-validation of existing Tax Exemption Certificate under new Section 12AB of Income Tax Act, 1961 w.e.f. April 1, 2021

April 1, 2021 11823 Views 0 comment Print

Re-validation of existing Tax Exemption Certificate under new Section 12AB of Income Tax Act, 1961 w.e.f. April 1, 2021 The Central Board of Direct Taxes, by Notification No. 19/2021-Income Tax Dated- 26th March, 2021, amended the Income Tax Rules, 1962 called as Income-tax (6th Amendment) Rules, 2021, pertaining to procedure for registration of fund/ trust/charitable […]

e-Campaign for High Value Transactions in Compliance Portal

March 30, 2021 508047 Views 357 comments Print

Introduction The income-tax department has started to reach out to certain taxpayers who have either not filed income-tax returns (ITR) or failed to accurately report high-value transactions in their returns. Objective of the e-campaign is to facilitate taxpayers to validate their financial transaction information against information available with the IT department and promote voluntary compliance, […]

Agricultural Income: Justification & Objections

March 25, 2021 21711 Views 1 comment Print

In this article, the author has sought to produce the meaning and the scheme of taxation of Agricultural income in India. The attempt has also been made to examine the justifications i.e., political and administrative of such an exemption even after 75 years of independence of the nation.

Newly Inserted Sections in Direct Taxes by Finance Act, 2021

March 22, 2021 18021 Views 1 comment Print

In view of the recent changes, the following data provides summary of newly Inserted Sections in Direct Taxes by Finance Act, 2021. Please provide your valuable insights and queries in the comments section. Insertion of New Sections under Direct Taxes by Finance Act, 2021 Summary of Inserted Sections: Section Number Name of Section Section 89A […]

Logic of Section 139 of Income-Tax Act, 1961

March 20, 2021 18228 Views 0 comment Print

Understanding Section 139 of the Income-Tax Act, 1961. Learn about the logic behind filing income tax returns and providing accurate income and tax details to the Government.

Form 26A – Why, What and How

March 19, 2021 187719 Views 4 comments Print

Discover the significance of Form 26A in Income Tax Act, 1961. Learn why and how this form is crucial for avoiding penalties.

Application to AO in New Form 15E under Rule 29BA & Section 195

March 18, 2021 16812 Views 2 comments Print

CBDT issued notification No. 18/2021-Income Tax, Dated: March 16, 2021 & inserted a New Rule Rule 29BA. The Rule would be effective from 1 April 2021.

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