The Income Tax Act, 1961, uses different definitions of ‘relative’ depending on the section, impacting tax-free gifts (Sec 56(2)(x)), clubbing of income (Sec 64), trust exemptions (Sec 13), and authorized representation (Sec 288). This divergence requires specific legal analysis.
Explaining the necessity of income tax for funding national defence, infrastructure, and welfare in India. Discusses the lack of a strong tax culture, the shift from high historical rates to current small-taxpayer relief, and the need for system transparency.
A summary of key penalties under the Income Tax Act for AY 2026-27, covering defaults from late filing and non-payment to misreporting income and non-compliance with compliance. Learn about financial penalties and potential rigorous imprisonment for serious tax offenses.
Comprehensive summary of income tax penalties under the Income Tax Act for AY 2026-27. Covers defaults in tax payment, filing, reporting, and compliance as amended by the Finance Act, 2025, with detailed penalty provisions.
This report provides a consolidated overview of the critical monetary threshold limits stipulated under various sections of the Income Tax Act, 1961, relevant for the Assessment Year (AY) 2026-27 (Financial Year 2025-26). These figures define taxability, exemption levels, eligibility for schemes, and compliance obligations for various categories of taxpayers, including individuals, corporations, and businesses.
Summary of statutory compliance deadlines for AY 2026-27 under the Income Tax Act. Covers return filing, trust/NGO registrations, audit reports (44AB, 10BB), transfer pricing, and zero-coupon bond requirements. Essential dates for companies and assessees.
Karnataka High Court mandates that pre-deposits, whether paid via cash or ITC, must be refunded entirely in cash along with interest under Section 142 of the KGST Act.
Supreme Court rules VAT is leviable on materials (like ink/chemicals) used in a works contract, even if consumed, as property transfer occurs upon incorporation.
Delhi High Court rules that unregistered partnership firms can maintain writ petitions to enforce statutory rights under the CGST Act, as Section 69(2) limits only contractual claims.
GST arrest power under Section 69 is limited to grave offenses (evasion > ₹2 crore, or repeat fraud), requiring reasons to believe and adherence to Article 22 safeguards, with most offenses being non-cognizable and bailable.
