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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 1545 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 549 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 6951 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 1971 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 120 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 696 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 216 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 1491 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 10734 Views 0 comment Print


New FVUs and Return Preparation Utility for e-TDS/TCS Statements

July 3, 2024 35148 Views 15 comments Print

Release of File Validation Utilities (FVUs) and Return Preparation Utility for e-TDS/TCS Statements File Validation Utility (FVU) e-TDS / e-TCS returns prepared for FY 2005-06 and onwards (i.e. Forms 24Q, 26Q, 27Q and 27EQ) can be validated using this utility. A. FVU Version 8.6 for quarterly e-TDS/TCS statement pertaining to FY 2010-11 onwards Download e-TDS/TCS FVU.exe […]

Key changes and precautions taken in filing income Tax Return

July 2, 2024 2631 Views 2 comments Print

Stay updated with key changes and precautions in filing your Income Tax Return for FY 2023-24 to avoid penalties and ensure accurate reporting.

AP HC Quashes TDS Prosecution for Belated Deposit as reasonable cause exist

July 2, 2024 1662 Views 0 comment Print

Andhra Pradesh High Court quashes prosecution against Aditya Institute for delayed TDS deposit, citing reasonable cause under Section 278AA of the Income Tax Act.

Tax Deducted At Source Under Section 194C on Payment To Contractors

June 26, 2024 4371 Views 0 comment Print

Learn about TDS under Section 194C of the Income Tax Act for payments to contractors. Includes rates, who needs to deduct, contract considerations, and tax deduction procedures.

Section 194R: TDS Requirements on Benefits and Perquisites

June 25, 2024 2184 Views 0 comment Print

Discover Section 194R introduced by the Finance Act 2022, detailing TDS requirements on benefits or perquisites provided to residents, excluding discounts, rebates, or sales. Learn more here.

FAQs on ITR-7

June 22, 2024 7458 Views 0 comment Print

Learn who can file ITR-7, how to file it, required information, and mandatory schedules. Detailed guide for assessees under various sections.

TDS on Purchase of Property: Section 194IA of Income Tax Act, 1961

June 21, 2024 49419 Views 1 comment Print

Learn about TDS on property purchase under Section 194IA of the Income Tax Act, 1961. Get insights on requirements, payment process, and penalties involved.

Budget Memorandum 2024 & suggested Amendments to Income-tax Act 1961

June 20, 2024 4173 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the Malad Chamber of Tax Consultants’ 2024 Pre-Budget Memorandum proposing crucial amendments to the Income Tax Act, 1961, aimed at reducing litigation and boosting the economy.

Don’t Slip in this Income Tax Cum Rainy Season!!

June 17, 2024 1059 Views 0 comment Print

Prepare for the Income Tax Season amidst the rainy season with these essential tips. Ensure timely filing and accuracy in your ITR to avoid penalties. Read more!

Provision for outstanding expenses for ascertained liability allowable

June 15, 2024 2646 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT emphasized that under the accrual system, provisions for outstanding expenses can indeed be recognized based on estimates and do not require exact certainty at the time of accrual. The fact that the statutory auditors had approved the financial statements without qualification further supported Culver Max’s position that these provisions represented ascertained liabilities within the framework of accrual-based accounting.

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