Income Tax : The article argues that the ITAT's interpretation of Sections 2(19AA) and 2(41A) overlooked the anti-surplusage canon, creating su...
CA, CS, CMA : A comprehensive guide covering 175 legal compliances for July 2026 under FEMA, Income Tax, GST, SEBI, Companies Act, Labour Laws, ...
Income Tax : The Income-tax Act does not prescribe a single definition of "relative" for all purposes. Different provisions such as Sections 13...
Income Tax : Understand when 1% TDS applies on purchase of immovable property under Section 194-IA. Learn the Rs. 50 lakh threshold, compliance...
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...
Income Tax : The issue was complexity in the existing tax law. It was clarified that the new Act simplifies structure by reducing sections and ...
Income Tax : This webinar breaks down the major structural and conceptual changes introduced in the new Income Tax Act, 2025. It helps professi...
Income Tax : The government informed Parliament that taxpayer-specific details of income tax searches cannot be disclosed due to confidentialit...
Income Tax : The Government clarified that the new income tax search provision does not expand powers or permit AI-based digital surveillance, ...
Income Tax : The representation highlights large-scale pendency and administrative bottlenecks under Sections 12AB and 80G, urging immediate re...
Income Tax : Madras HC set aside cognizance under the Income-tax Act, holding Section 223(1) BNSS mandates hearing the accused before cognizanc...
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 ...
Income Tax : Gujarat HC quashed a Section 148 notice, holding that a seized inquiry register without a live nexus to the assessee cannot justif...
Income Tax : Gujarat HC quashed Section 148 reassessment as it was issued beyond Section 149 limitation, holding Section 152(3) applies to sear...
Income Tax : Madras HC held that merely issuing a corrigendum acknowledging the return did not rectify the defective assessment process and ord...
Income Tax : CBDT FAQs clarify Section 536 transition rules for summons, searches, recovery, penalties, pending 12AB/80G approvals and LDC/NDC ...
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...
Income Tax : CBDT has approved the University of Hyderabad for scientific research under Section 45 of the Income-tax Act, 2025. The approval i...
Income Tax : The Principal Chief Commissioner of Income Tax (Exemptions) approved the company under Section 35(1)(iia) for scientific research ...
Income Tax : The government enforced a tax collection assistance agreement with Japan effective from 8 July 2025. The notification enables cros...
On 13 August 2020, between much pomp and fanfare, Prime Minister Modi announced the new Transparent Taxation platform i.e. the new way forward for the Central Board of Direct Taxes. The main idea behind the Transparent Taxation platform is ‘faceless’ assessments and faceless appeals. Further, the Prime Minister promised that the tax administration would attempt […]
The Income Tax Act & Rules allowed to Non-Resident Individual is different from those applicable to Resident Individuals. NRI Taxation in India is a matter of concern for a large number of persons living abroad. In this article, I have talked about the definition of NRI, the income on which the tax liability arises and […]
As per Income Tax Act, 1961, the definition of income do not specifically define compensation received as income. The question is whether the provisions of the Income Tax Act 1961, and more specifically, whether the compensation awarded by the Motor Accident Claims Tribunal to the victim can be classified as a taxable income under the […]
Tax on Income Distributed By Way of Buy-Back of Shares By Unlisted Companies- Anti Abuse Provision Dear Friends, payment of taxes is the duty of every citizen of this country. The Governments utilises taxes paid by us into different types of economic and socio works. Non payment or avoidance of taxes shall be punishable monetarily […]
IS TONNAGE TAX SCHEME RESTRICTED ONLY FOR COMPANIES HANDLING CARGO? It has been presumed by many that the benefit of Tonnage Tax Scheme (TTS) should only be restricted to companies with ships carrying on cargo handling activities. Since there are various other companies which are not handling cargo but are involved in moving men and […]
A 20 point Taxpayer Charter was launched by the Prime Minister which promises to maintain the privacy and confidentiality of income taxpayers and to reduce the cost of compliance with the tax laws. The Income Tax department adopted the taxpayers’ charter w.e.f. August, 13, 2020, which mentions that it is committed to treat every taxpayer as honest, […]
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has launched the platform for ‘Transparent Taxation – Honouring the Honest’ on 13/08/2020 via Video Conferencing. In the past 6 years, India has witnessed the evolution of a new governance model in tax administration. Govt have decreased – complexity, taxes, litigation, and increased – transparency, tax compliance, and trust on the […]
The Income tax laws have various restrictions on payment in cash and receipt of money in cash. Some restrictions apply to those engaged in business or profession and some restrictions apply to all. It is important for all of us to understand these restrictions Restrictions on Cash Transactions under Income Tax Laws so as to […]
NEWS DIRECT TAX 1. CBDT notifies ‘Director General / Secretary, CCI’ u/s 138 for sharing of information. [Ref: Notification No. 57/2020/F. No. 225/ 98/2019-ITA-II] 2. CBDT further extends due date for filing of ITR for AY 2019-20 till 30-09-2020. [Ref: Notification No. 56/2020/ F. No. 370142/23/2020-TPL] 3. CBDT amends Forms for furnishing statement of income […]
Article discusses Important Amendments applicable for AY 2020-21 (PY 2019-20) which includes Changes in Rebate under section 87A, Increase in Standard Deduction for Salaried employees, Increase in Tax Audit Limit, Amendment in Section 54 Provisions, Amendment in provisions related to deduction under section 80EEA and section 80EEB, Decrease in MAT rate, New Tax Rates for […]
