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New Forms under Income Tax Act, 2025 & Rules 2026: A Comparitive Guide

Income Tax : The new rules replace old form numbers with a structured sequence across categories. The update simplifies compliance and improves...

April 17, 2026 1557 Views 0 comment Print

Why TDS Compliance Has an Auditability Problem and Why Nobody Is Talking About It?

Income Tax : Tax authorities are increasingly questioning decision logic behind TDS deductions. The lack of recorded reasoning in ERPs makes co...

April 17, 2026 552 Views 0 comment Print

Income-Tax Act, 2025: Structural Changes and TDS Compliance Guide

Income Tax : The new law replaces the 1961 Act without introducing new taxes or changing tax policy. It simplifies provisions, reduces complexi...

April 15, 2026 918 Views 0 comment Print

Tax Deducted at Source (TDS)

Income Tax : The case highlights that TDS applies to multiple income categories including salary, interest, and contracts. It reiterates that f...

April 14, 2026 6954 Views 0 comment Print

Wrong TDS Code Under Income Tax Act, 2025 Can Trigger 30% Disallowance

Income Tax : The 30% Disallowance Trap in Section 35(b) of the Income Tax Act, 2025: When a Wrong TDS Payment Code Under Section 393 Triggers F...

April 14, 2026 1974 Views 0 comment Print


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Clarification on Section 194A TDS on interest in case of banking institutions

Income Tax : Income Tax India, through its X account post dated 30.03.2026, has clarified the applicability of tax deduction at source (TDS) on...

March 31, 2026 909 Views 0 comment Print

Draft Income Tax Rule 219: Statement of TDS or TCS U/s. 397(3)(b)

Income Tax : Rule 219 prescribes Forms 138, 140, 142–144, fixed quarterly due dates, special challan-cum-statements for specified transaction...

March 2, 2026 396 Views 0 comment Print

Draft Income Tax Rule 212, 213 – Buyer Declaration for No TCS u/s 394(2); Application for Lower/Nil TDS or TCS Certificate

Income Tax : Rules 212–213 introduce Form 127 for buyer declarations to avoid TCS and Form 128 for obtaining lower or nil TDS/TCS certificate...

March 2, 2026 663 Views 0 comment Print

Budget 2026 Tax Reform Proposals: Stakeholder Impact & Key Policy Themes

Income Tax : Stakeholder-wise and thematic overview of Budget 2026 tax reform proposals covering farmers, MSMEs, corporates, NRIs, exporters, a...

February 1, 2026 564 Views 0 comment Print

CAG Compendium on Impact of Audit on Income Tax & GST Administration

Income Tax : The C&AG’s audits ensure proper assessment, collection, and allocation of direct taxes, identifying evasion risks and improving ...

November 27, 2025 1176 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Judiciary


No FTS on Project-Specific Design Services; ‘Make Available’ Test Not Met, No Disallowance u/s 40(a)(i)

Income Tax : The Tribunal held that consultancy payments for architectural services were not FTS since no technical knowledge was made availabl...

April 16, 2026 135 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT Allowed TDS Credit Despite Form 26AS Mismatch as Income Taxed in Same Year

Income Tax : The Tribunal held that TDS credit must be granted in the year in which the related income is assessed, even if it is not reflected...

April 14, 2026 306 Views 0 comment Print

Abandoned Business Project Expenses Allowed as Deduction Due to Business Purpose

Income Tax : Expenses incurred for a proposed business project later abandoned were allowed as revenue expenditure. The Tribunal held that such...

April 14, 2026 759 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT Mumbai: No Ad-hoc Disallowance Without Rejecting Books; Section 40(a)(ia) Relief If TDS Paid Before Return Due Date

Income Tax : The case examines whether estimated expense disallowances can be made without rejecting books of account. ITAT held such additions...

April 13, 2026 222 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT Pune: Interest on Bank Deposits Not Covered by Mutuality; Only Proportionate Expenses Allowed

Income Tax : ITAT held that interest earned on bank deposits is taxable and not covered by the principle of mutuality. The ruling confirms that...

April 13, 2026 159 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Notifications


Transition from Form 15G/15H to Consolidated Form 121 for TDS-exempted Incomes

Income Tax : The new tax regime introduces Form 121 as a single declaration replacing Forms 15G and 15H. It simplifies TDS exemption compliance...

April 15, 2026 1506 Views 0 comment Print

Finance Act 2026

Income Tax : The Finance Act, 2026 prescribes income-tax rates, surcharge, and cess for the assessment year 2026–27. It establishes the legal...

April 1, 2026 2184 Views 0 comment Print

CBDT Introduces Mandatory UIN System to Track No-TDS Declarations Under Form 121

Income Tax : The notification requires payers to generate UINs and file quarterly details of declarations even where no tax is deducted. It enh...

March 28, 2026 28830 Views 0 comment Print

CBDT Extended TDS Certificate Deadline as E-Filing Portal Glitches Caused Delays

Income Tax : The issue involved delay in issuing TDS certificates due to technical issues. The Board extended the deadline to provide relief. T...

March 25, 2026 744 Views 0 comment Print

Auto Suspension of GST Registration due to Non-Furnishing of Bank Account

Goods and Services Tax : The advisory explains that registrations will be automatically suspended if bank account details are not furnished within 30 days....

December 5, 2025 10737 Views 0 comment Print


Guide to new TDS Section 194R of the Income Tax Act

January 9, 2023 242205 Views 7 comments Print

Explore the comprehensive guide to the new TDS Section 194R of the Income Tax Act effective from July 1, 2022. Understand its applicability, time of deduction, TDS rate, and non-applicability conditions. Delve into the clarification provided by the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) through circulars, addressing various scenarios and frequently asked questions (FAQs). Stay informed and compliant with the latest tax regulations on deduction of tax on benefits or perquisites related to business or profession.

Lower Deduction Certificate for TDS on sale of property by Non Resident Indian

January 6, 2023 18960 Views 4 comments Print

Are you an NRI who is selling his/her property in India and are unable to recover the entire sale proceeds due to very high withholding tax/TDS (about 22-23%) on such property sale even when actual capital gains tax are much lower?

Fees for training to Employees on soft skill & general topics cannot be treated as FTS

January 5, 2023 5685 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT held that payment of Fees for training to Employees on soft skill & general topics cannot be treated as Fees for Technical Services (FTS)

TDS on VDA (Virtual Digital Assets)

January 5, 2023 21201 Views 1 comment Print

Navigate the realm of TDS on Virtual Digital Assets (VDA) with insights into section 194S introduced in the Finance Act, 2022. Learn about applicable thresholds, tax deduction nuances, and the recent introduction of section 115BBH. Stay compliant and informed in the dynamic landscape of digital asset transactions.

TDS on Purchase/Sale of Residential Flat

January 3, 2023 107898 Views 7 comments Print

Navigate the tax landscape of residential flat transactions with insights into TDS implications on purchase and sale. Understand the intricacies, compliance procedures, and consequences of non-deduction. Stay informed about GST on under constructed flats and make informed decisions.

Non submission of Form No. 26A before AO- ITAT restores appeal to AO

January 3, 2023 852 Views 0 comment Print

Arvind Purseth Vs CIT(A) (ITAT Cuttack) It was submitted by the ld. Sr. DR that the only issue in the appeal of the assessee was that TDS had not been deducted in respect of payments made to M/s Sundaram Finance Ltd. and M/s Gulshan Freight Carrier. It was the submission that Form 26A had been […]

Section 194C TDS applicable on conversion of raw milk into processed milk & products

January 3, 2023 6300 Views 0 comment Print

DCIT Vs Maahi Milk Producer Co. Ltd (ITAT Rajkot) The brief facts of the case the assessee is engaged in the business of selling milk and milk products. The assessee had made payment of Rs. 29,63,90,780/- to M/s. Mother Dairy and M/s. Giriraj Milk Pvt. Ltd. for conversion of raw milk into processed milk and […]

Electronically furnishing of form 10F by Non-Resident payees

December 30, 2022 6486 Views 0 comment Print

As per the provision contained in Income Tax Act, a resident payer is required to deduct TDS on sum paid to Non Resident payee, if income is chargeable to tax in India. Section 195 of Income Tax provides that payer is required to deduct TDS as per rates in  force.

Section 194J – TDS for Professional or Technical Services

December 28, 2022 36681 Views 1 comment Print

Payments towards professional and technical services may carry TDS provisions as covered under section 194J of the Income Tax Act. Learn what Professional Services, Fees for Technical Services, Royalty, and Non-compete Fees mean under Section 194J.

Application of section 194Q & Section 206C(1H) of Income Tax act, 1961

December 27, 2022 2583 Views 0 comment Print

Learn about Section 194Q & Section 206C (1H) of the Income Tax act, 1961, and how they form TDS on payments for purchase of goods. 0.1% TDS rates for businesses with turnover above 10 crores explained.

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