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Safe Harbour Rules under New Income Tax Act, 2025 & Rules, 2026- Part II

Income Tax : The framework outlines mandatory disclosures and timelines for opting into safe harbour. Key takeaway: strict compliance is essent...

May 1, 2026 762 Views 0 comment Print

US Taxation – IRS Audits

Income Tax : The article explains how IRS audits are initiated and conducted to verify tax return accuracy. It highlights taxpayer duties, righ...

April 22, 2026 828 Views 0 comment Print

Mauritius Route Hit: SC Rejects Tiger Global’s Treaty Claim in ₹14,439 Cr Flipkart Deal

Income Tax : The Court held that indirect share transfers deriving value from Indian assets are taxable. Treaty benefits were denied due to tax...

April 12, 2026 1161 Views 0 comment Print

U S Taxation, 2026: Penalties for late filing of returns/ paying taxes

Income Tax : The content outlines key filing deadlines and highlights penalties for non-compliance. The takeaway is that timely filing and paym...

April 10, 2026 495 Views 0 comment Print

US Taxation 2026: Tax credit – How does it work and benefit?

Income Tax : Overview of US tax credits including refundable, nonrefundable, and partially refundable credits, with examples, forms used, and c...

March 22, 2026 1653 Views 0 comment Print


Latest News


CBDT Clarifies Guidance on Principal Purpose Test (PPT)

Income Tax : CBDT issues clarification on Circular 01/2025, stating it applies only to the Principal Purpose Test in certain DTAAs and does not...

March 17, 2025 2646 Views 0 comment Print

CRS & FATCA: Tax Transparency & Disclosure of Foreign Assets & Income

Corporate Law : Learn about CRS and FATCA, how India receives foreign account info, and the disclosure requirements for foreign assets and income ...

January 3, 2025 1950 Views 0 comment Print

Budget 2024: New Rules for Including Foreign Taxes in Total Income

Income Tax : From April 2025, foreign taxes withheld must be included in total income for accurate reporting under section 198. Aims to prevent...

July 24, 2024 1464 Views 0 comment Print

Representation to Simplify & Automate TRC Issue Process for Indian Companies

Income Tax : Explore challenges in TRC applications under DTAA by Indian companies. KSCAA proposes reforms for a simpler, efficient process. Le...

June 22, 2024 813 Views 0 comment Print

Format of Declaration of no PE in India and Form No. 10F

Income Tax : Appendix-I Declaration of no PE in India Declaration required u/s 9 of Income Tax Act, and for claiming relief under an agreement ...

May 8, 2023 117912 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Judiciary


No DAPE Where Distributors Act on Principal-to-Principal Basis ITAT Delhi

Income Tax : The Tribunal ruled that a Dependent Agent PE arises only if agents habitually conclude contracts or secure orders on behalf of the...

March 12, 2026 357 Views 0 comment Print

Interconnect Service Charges Not Royalty: Karnataka HC Dismisses Appeal

Income Tax : The Karnataka High Court ruled that interconnect service charges paid to non-resident telecom operators do not constitute royalty....

December 10, 2025 477 Views 0 comment Print

Bombay HC Upholds Mauritius DTAA Benefit for Bid Services Division

Income Tax : The Bombay High Court quashed the AAR’s ruling that denied Mauritius DTAA benefits to Bid Services Division (Mauritius) Limited....

November 9, 2025 564 Views 0 comment Print

Cost-to-cost reimbursements for IT support services not FIS under India-US DTAA

Income Tax : Tribunal held that cost-to-cost reimbursements for IT support services do not qualify as Fees for Included Services (FIS) under Ar...

November 5, 2025 789 Views 0 comment Print

Valid TRC Enough for DTAA Benefits; Mere Shell Company Allegation Can’t Override Treaty Protection

Income Tax : ITAT Delhi ruled that a valid Tax Residency Certificate (TRC) issued by Mauritius is sufficient proof of residency to claim benefi...

November 4, 2025 3453 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Notifications


India Enforces Amended DTAA with Belgium from June 2025 to Curb Tax Evasion

Income Tax : The Finance Ministry notifies the India-Belgium protocol amending the 1993 tax treaty, effective June 26, 2025, updating definitio...

November 10, 2025 1059 Views 0 comment Print

India–Qatar DTAA & Protocol Notified by CBDT

Income Tax : Notification implements the India-Qatar Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement (DTAA) and Protocol, effective from the next fiscal ye...

October 24, 2025 1578 Views 0 comment Print

CBDT Amends India-Spain Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement (DTAA)

Income Tax : Explore the Notification No. 33/2024 on the agreement between India and Spain for tax exchange. Understand its implications and ch...

March 19, 2024 4368 Views 0 comment Print

CBDT notifies Tax Information Exchange Agreement: India-Samoa

Income Tax : Explore implications of Notification No. 21/2024 from Indias Ministry of Finance regarding the tax information exchange pact with ...

February 7, 2024 1392 Views 0 comment Print

Income Tax Agreement Between India & Saint Vincent for information Exchange

Income Tax : Notification No. 96/2023-Income Tax: Learn about the agreement between India and Saint Vincent for tax information exchange and as...

November 1, 2023 873 Views 0 comment Print


Consider Volume Discount & Geographic Price Variation in TP Adjustment: ITAT Ahmedabad

May 8, 2024 783 Views 0 comment Print

Ahmedabad ITAT’s order in Atul Limited vs DCIT case discusses TP adjustments, volume discount, geography adjustments, and more. Detailed analysis provided.

Ahmedabad ITAT Clarifies Letter of Credit vs. Bank Guarantee in Transfer Pricing Dispute

May 8, 2024 1599 Views 0 comment Print

In a detailed analysis of Axis Bank Limited Vs ACIT case, Ahmedabad ITAT explains the difference between a Letter of Credit and Corporate Guarantee, resolving disallowance disputes.

ITAT Ruling on Taxability of FTS, in absence of specific clause in DTAA

April 21, 2024 2787 Views 0 comment Print

Learn about the tax dispute between Diamond Manufacturing Management and the Indian Revenue Authority, involving fees for technical collaboration and the absence of Permanent Establishment.

Taxation for NRIs

April 19, 2024 9147 Views 0 comment Print

Understanding taxation for NRIs: Learn about residential status, taxable income, deductions, and the importance of Double Taxation Avoidance Agreements (DTAA) in India.

Tax Avoidance and Inequality: Connecting the Dots in India

April 19, 2024 1755 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the nexus between tax avoidance and inequality in India. Learn how legal loopholes deepen economic divides and discover strategies to address this pressing issue.

Taxability of Offshore Indirect Transfer of Capital Assets situated in India by Non-Resident Corporations/Entities

April 17, 2024 3162 Views 0 comment Print

Learn about tax implications of offshore indirect transfers of Indian capital assets by non-resident entities. Explore Vodafone case, amendments to Income Tax Act, and Explanation 5 of Section 9(1)(i).

Structuring Cross-Border Mergers and Acquisitions

April 1, 2024 1650 Views 0 comment Print

Discover the intricacies of structuring cross-border mergers and acquisitions (M&A). Learn about key steps, due diligence, legal compliance, and tax considerations for successful transactions.

Transfer Pricing – Part 2 – Compliance and Assessment Procedures

March 28, 2024 7806 Views 0 comment Print

Learn about Transfer Pricing compliance and assessment procedures, including ALP determination, TPO reference, DRP mechanism, APAs, and penalties for non-compliance.

India-Thailand DTAA: Non-Resident’s Fee for Technical Services Exempt from Taxation

March 24, 2024 4536 Views 0 comment Print

Discover the ITAT Delhi ruling on taxing income from providing business support services to Indian group entities. Analysis of Solvay Asia vs. DCIT case under India-Thailand DTAA.

Payments made under distribution agreement not taxable in India: Delhi HC

March 23, 2024 2382 Views 0 comment Print

CIT – International Taxation Vs. ESPN Star Sports Mauritius S.N.C ET Compagnie (Delhi High Court) The Delhi HC affirms the order of ITAT that ESPN Distribution does not constitute a PE in India and income earned from sports channel distribution cannot be taxed as royalty under provisions of the ITA read with India-Mauritius DTAA. Background […]

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