Income Tax : The Income Tax Act 2025 introduces mandatory reporting of high-value gifted immovable properties exceeding ₹45 lakh. The amendme...
Income Tax : Clause 43 in Tax Audit Form No. 26 requires auditors to verify remittances reported in Part-D of Form 145. Incorrect classificatio...
Income Tax : The new Income Tax Act, 2025 significantly reduces the number of statutory sections and reorganises tax compliance procedures effe...
Income Tax : The new law defines strict conditions for reopening assessments using specified information categories. It ensures transparency an...
Income Tax : The reform consolidates TDS provisions into a structured system and introduces digital compliance mechanisms. It enhances clarity,...
Income Tax : Rules 307–311 of the Draft Income-tax Rules, 2026 outline how pension funds must purchase annuities, restrict commutation, preve...
Income Tax : Draft Income-tax Rules 2026 prescribe definitions, trust conditions, investment rules, and limits on employer contributions for ap...
Income Tax : Draft Income-tax Rules 2026 outline procedures for provident fund recognition, penalties for assigning PF interest, and tax treatm...
Income Tax : Draft Income-tax Rules 2026 require provident fund nominations to favour family members and mandate annual account reporting by tr...
Income Tax : Rule 333 mandates electronic tax payments for companies and specified taxpayers, while the draft rules also prescribe detailed dep...
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 : CBDT introduced Income-tax Rules, 2026 to operationalize the Income-tax Act, 2025. The rules standardize procedures on valuation, ...
Individuals must file Form 171 to become authorised tax practitioners. Without approval, they cannot represent taxpayers before authorities.
AIS provides a full record of financial transactions linked to PAN. It helps taxpayers verify income and avoid reporting errors.
The issue involved mandatory reporting obligations for film and specified activities under the new tax regime. The framework requires disclosure of payments exceeding ₹50,000 along with TDS details. The key takeaway is that enhanced transparency and structured reporting are central to compliance.
Form 163 requires Indian concerns to report indirect transfers of assets in India involving non-residents. The key takeaway is that this is a compulsory compliance obligation even though no tax is payable. Timely filing ensures avoidance of penalties.
Non-resident entities must file Form 162 annually to report liaison office activities. Failure can result in penalties and regulatory action.
Taxpayers who accept assessment orders and choose not to appeal can apply for immunity using Form 161. The key takeaway is that opting out of litigation is essential to claim relief. This promotes faster dispute resolution and certainty.
This explains when a deductor can claim a refund using Form 160 where tax was wrongly deducted. The key takeaway is that refund is granted only after proving that no TDS was legally required.
The tax authority issues Form 159 only after verifying compliance through Form 158. Without this certificate, specified individuals cannot leave India.
Form 157 is required for individuals leaving India without PAN or taxable income. It ensures proper declaration and documentation, even where no tax liability arises, simplifying compliance for such taxpayers.
Form 156 must be filed by Indian-domiciled persons with PAN when leaving India. The key takeaway is that it is a compulsory compliance requirement linked to travel abroad.
