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Section 12 of Income Tax Act, 1961

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Prior exemption claims under Sections 11 & 12 cannot justify denial of 80G approval

Income Tax : Courts held that prior exemption claims under Sections 11 and 12 cannot justify denial of 80G approval. The key takeaway is that b...

March 20, 2026 492 Views 0 comment Print

Taxability of income of charitable or religious trusts

Income Tax : Understand the taxability, registration, and exemption provisions for charitable and religious trusts under Sections 11–13, incl...

November 8, 2025 18468 Views 2 comments Print

FAQs on taxation of charitable or religious trusts under Income Tax Act, 1961

Income Tax : A summary of the tax framework governing charitable entities in India, covering the definition of 'charitable purpose,' mandatory ...

October 28, 2025 14463 Views 2 comments Print

Section 12AB Renewal for Small Charitable Trusts: 5-Year vs. 10-Year Validity

Income Tax : Does the Finance Act, 2025, extend 12AB registration from 5 to 10 years for trusts under Rs. 5 Cr? See if sma...

September 29, 2025 8706 Views 2 comments Print

GST on Post-Supply Price Revisions for Export of goods with IGST payment

Goods and Services Tax : An analysis of GST treatment on post-supply price revisions for exports with IGST payments. Learn about debit and credit notes, in...

August 9, 2025 3297 Views 1 comment Print


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12A Registration Cannot Be Rejected Solely for Wrong Clause Selection in Form 10AB: ITAT Nagpur

Income Tax : The Tribunal condoned a 60-day delay after accepting explanations relating to migration of the ITAT portal and the death of a fami...

May 22, 2026 96 Views 0 comment Print

SC Allows Deduction of Grants as They Were Part of Statutory Business Activity

Income Tax : The Supreme Court held that grants disbursed by a statutory corporation formed part of its core business functions and qualified a...

May 20, 2026 213 Views 0 comment Print

Educational Trust Registration Renewal Cannot Be Denied Over Earlier Allegations

Income Tax : PCIT had erroneously mixed up the scope of renewal proceedings with cancellation proceedings under Section 12AB(4). Further, Settl...

May 11, 2026 192 Views 0 comment Print

Exports of Iron Ore must be assessed on Wet Metric Tonne (WMT) basis and not on Dry Metric Tonne (DMT) basis

Custom Duty : For export transactions occurring before the Finance Act, 2022 amendment, the determination of iron ore fines (Fe content) must be...

May 7, 2026 258 Views 0 comment Print

Delay in Filing Form 10B Not Grounds to Deny Section 11 Exemption When Report Was Filed Before Processing

Income Tax : Mumbai ITAT held that no further profits can be attributed to a DAPE once the Indian agent is remunerated at arm’s length for al...

May 7, 2026 189 Views 0 comment Print


State Bar Councils Can’t Charge Fees Above Prescribed Limit: SC

August 8, 2024 1374 Views 0 comment Print

Supreme Court held that State Bar Councils (SBCs) cannot charge an enrolment fee or miscellaneous fees above the amount prescribed in Section 24(1)(f) of the Advocates Act, 1961.

NIIT Foundation conducting systematic and formal instruction, schooling or training qualifies as education activities u/s 2(15)

July 31, 2024 939 Views 0 comment Print

Delhi High Court held that affiliation with and recognition by a regulatory authority are not essential attributes of education under Section 2(15) of the Income Tax Act. NIIT Foundation engaged in conducting systematic and formal instruction, schooling or training qualifies u/s. 2(15).

No limitation under Industrial Disputes Act, 1947 for making a reference: Bombay HC

July 27, 2024 972 Views 0 comment Print

Bombay High Court held that industrial dispute existed when the reference was made by the appropriate Government under section 2-A of the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947. Further, Industrial Disputes Act, 1947 doesn’t provide any limitation for making a reference.

Customs duty and interest payable even when confiscated goods are redeemed after payment of fine: Supreme Court

July 26, 2024 1827 Views 0 comment Print

Supreme Court held that owner of the goods has liability to pay customs duty and interest even after confiscated goods are redeemed after payment of fine and other charges under section 125 of the Customs Act.

Delhi HC Denies Tax Exemption to Trust Charging Capitation Fee

July 9, 2024 558 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the Delhi High Court’s judgment on ITSC’s conclusive nature for AY, assessing reassessment under Section 148 of the Income Tax Act, 1961. Full text and detailed analysis included.

Taxability of rental income from letting out of building along with furniture & fixtures

June 19, 2024 6459 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the detailed analysis of the Active Securities Ltd Vs ITO (ITAT Delhi) case regarding the taxation of rental income from letting out buildings and assets. Understand the implications under ‘Income from other sources’ and ‘Income from house property’.

Temporary donations to other charitable entities did not violate spirit of Section 11

June 13, 2024 924 Views 0 comment Print

Delhi High Court allows exemptions on temporary donations by one charitable trust to another. Understand the implications and full judgment of this landmark case.

Section 12,12A, 12AA, 12AB: Analysis, Registration Procedure, Exemption & FAQs

June 7, 2024 61845 Views 1 comment Print

Understand the income of trusts or institutions, including registration, exemptions, and FAQs. Learn about Sections 12A, 12AA, and 12AB of the Income Tax Act, covering voluntary contributions, tax implications, and registration procedures.

Time-barred claims by Creditors in IBC Proceedings should not to be considered

May 24, 2024 1566 Views 0 comment Print

Analysis of Pooja Mehra vs Victory Ace case before NCLAT Delhi. Understanding IBC time limits, belated claims, and implications for creditors. Detailed judgment breakdown.

Section 11 Exemption can’t Be denied for Meager Profit from Public Utility Services

May 22, 2024 519 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT Kolkata rules in favor of Institute of Indian Foundrymen, directing AO to allow tax exemption under Section 11 of the Income Tax Act for meager profits from public utility services.

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