Income Tax : The Income-tax Act, 2025 replaces the dividend-based taxation of buy-backs with capital gains taxation for ordinary shareholders, ...
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 : Sections 356-374 restructure appellate provisions with clearer drafting while retaining the existing appeal hierarchy and taxpayer...
Income Tax : Section 270 of the Income-tax Act, 2025 consolidates return processing and scrutiny assessment into one framework while introducin...
Income Tax : The law permits reassessment only where the Assessing Officer has information indicating escaped income and follows the prescribed...
Finance : The Government has exempted interest and capital gains earned by FPIs on Government securities from income tax with effect from 1 ...
Income Tax : A representation has urged CBDT to merge TDS return codes 1023 and 1024, arguing that both apply to the same contract payments wit...
Income Tax : Association requested CBDT to rationalize CASS 2026 case selection considering the administrative burden caused by implementation ...
Income Tax : The updated TDS challan system reportedly displays incorrect interest-related options under the Company Deductee category. Taxpaye...
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 : The Supreme Court set aside the NCLAT order for relying on a non-existent quasi-judicial income tax order. The key takeaway is tha...
Income Tax : Rule 81 prescribes dataset construction, weighted averages, and a 35th–65th percentile arm’s length range when multiple compar...
Income Tax : The latest amendment excludes income arising from transfer of pre-2017 investments from GAAR scrutiny. It reinforces the protectio...
Income Tax : The Finance Act, 2026 prescribes income-tax rates, surcharge, and cess for the assessment year 2026–27. It establishes the legal...
Income Tax : The circular introduces mandatory Form I and Form II for SWFs to claim tax exemptions. The ruling ensures structured application a...
Income Tax : The notification requires payers to generate UINs and file quarterly details of declarations even where no tax is deducted. It enh...
Income Tax : CBDT introduced Income-tax Rules, 2026 to operationalize the Income-tax Act, 2025. The rules standardize procedures on valuation, ...
The issue was whether audit reporting is required for such income. It was held that Form 24 is compulsory for non-residents earning royalty or FTS through a PE, ensuring proper income computation.
The case addressed post-notification compliance failures. It was held that violation of conditions or non-genuine activities can lead to revocation of notification and tax benefits.
The issue was whether tax benefits can be claimed without prior approval of the project. It was held that filing Form 22 before commencement is compulsory, and benefits cannot be granted without such approval.
Form 21 is essential for claiming tax benefits on agricultural extension projects. CBDT held that only notified and approved projects meeting Rule 37 conditions qualify for such benefits.
The issue was whether approval can be sought after project commencement. It was held that Form 20 must be filed before starting the project, making prior approval essential for tax benefits.
The issue was whether tax benefits can be claimed without filing Form 19. It was held that notification is compulsory, and benefits cannot be allowed without fulfilling this requirement.
The law restricts TDS corrections to a limited window ending 31 March 2026 for past years. Missing the deadline may result in permanent loss of tax credit.
This article explains major updates replacing the 1962 Rules from April 2026. The key takeaway is simplified compliance with enhanced exemptions and revised tax provisions.
Inventory Valuation under the Income-tax Act, 2025: A Critical Area for Financial, Tax, and Cost Auditors – Analytical Study of Sections 268(5) and 277, Rule 171(2), Form 101 and the Interplay with Form 26
Filing Form 18 is essential to obtain specified business status for housing projects. Without notification, tax benefits under Section 46 cannot be claimed.
