Every audit season brings a familiar question to every CA’s desk — “How many balance sheets can a Chartered Accountant sign?” For Assessment Year 2025–26 (FY 2024–25), the professional limits under the Income Tax Act and the Companies Act, 2013 remain unchanged. However, their practical …
In a significant ruling under the Goods and Services Tax (GST) law, the Gujarat High Court granted bail to a taxpayer accused under the Central Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017. The case, reported as 2025 (10) TMI 1069 – …
In a landmark ruling that could reshape India’s digital-asset landscape, the Madras High Court has held that cryptocurrency qualifies as a form of “intangible property” under Indian law. The decision, delivered by Justice N. Anand Venkatesh, aligns India with global judicial thinking in jurisdictions such …
In a significant move towards enhancing India’s business environment, the government is preparing to amend the Companies Act during the upcoming Winter Session of Parliament. The proposed changes aim to make corporate operations more seamless, digital, and globally competitive — aligning India’s regulatory …
Supreme Court to decide if assigning leasehold rights amounts to land transfer or taxable GST supply. Court To Clarify Key Question On Leasehold Transfers In a matter with far-reaching implications for real estate and taxation, the Supreme Court of India has agreed …
In a major step towards easing compliance and boosting business confidence, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced the launch of a simplified GST registration system under GST 2.0, effective November 1, 2025. The new framework will enable automatic approval of GST registration within three working days for most new …
The Appellate Authority for Advance Ruling (AAAR), Punjab, has upheld a significant decision clarifying that TR-6 challans cannot be used to claim Input Tax Credit (ITC) under the GST regime. The ruling emphasizes that only system-recognized documents, such as the Bill of Entry, …
The classification of service apartments under the Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime has been a matter of frequent dispute, particularly regarding whether such constructions should be treated as residential or commercial buildings. The distinction holds significant tax implications, as GST …
In a significant ruling that clarifies the evidentiary value of income tax documents in employment and compensation disputes, the Punjab and Haryana High Court has held that a firm’s income-tax records cannot be relied upon as standalone proof of an employee’s …
Even small slip-ups in GST compliance can trigger hefty penalties, leaving businesses under pressure. One common issue is missing the biltee number (consignment note number) on invoices. In a recent landmark decision, the Supreme Court of India stepped in to provide relief, allowing businesses …
On October 23, 2025, the Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT) issued a significant ruling concerning the carry-forward of unabsorbed depreciation. The Tribunal held that unabsorbed depreciation under Section 32(2) of the Income Tax Act can be carried forward and set off against income in subsequent …
The Income Tax Return (ITR) filing deadline for audit cases is a crucial compliance date for businesses and professionals whose accounts are subject to audit under Section 44AB of the Income Tax Act, 1961. Each year, the Central Board of …
One of the most debated issues under the Indirect Tax regime has been whether Input Tax Credit (ITC) can be denied to a purchaser when the supplier’s registration is cancelled retrospectively or the supplier fails to deposit the tax collected. Tax authorities across …
In a significant ruling, the Kerala High Court in Apollo Tyres Ltd. vs. Assistant Commissioner of Income-Tax (ITA No. 42 of 2024; reported at 2025 LiveLaw (Ker) 660) clarified that non-production of Form 3CL—a report issued by the Department of Scientific and Industrial Research (DSIR)—cannot …
The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has recently provided relief to taxpayers covered under audit by extending the due date for furnishing audit reports and considering further extension of the income-tax return (ITR) filing deadline. For the Assessment Year …
In a significant ruling dated October 18, 2025, the Supreme Court of India clarified an important aspect of business taxation for non-resident entities. The Court held that a temporary lull or break in business activity does not amount to cessation of business in India. As …
In a significant relief to taxpayers, the Supreme Court of India has upheld a crucial protection under the GST appellate process, ruling that once a taxpayer has made the mandatory 10% pre-deposit for filing an appeal, the tax authorities cannot continue recovery proceedings or attach …
In a landmark decision dated 18 October 2025, the Madras High Court reaffirmed that prosecution under the Income-tax Act cannot be initiated for mere delay in payment of tax unless the prosecution is supported by cogent evidence of wilful evasion or suppression of income. The ruling, …
Chandraprabha Co-operative Credit Society Ltd. vs. Income Tax Officer Court/Bench: Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT), Mumbai Bench Introduction: The case revolved around cash deposits made by the assessee, Chandraprabha Co-operative Credit Society Ltd., during the demonetization period (November–December 2016). The Assessing …
In a significant ruling that safeguards taxpayer rights, the Allahabad High Court in U.P. Rajya Nirman Sahakari Sangh Limited v. Union of India & Others (Writ C No. 16125 of 2018, decided on 8 October 2025) held that a genuine tax refund claim supported by …