New Income Tax Bill Unlikely to Be Introduced in Budget 2025

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The primary objective of the review committee is to simplify and modernize the Income Tax Act, making it concise, user-friendly, and accessible for taxpayers.  The Finance Ministry is reportedly unlikely to introduce the much-anticipated new Income Tax Bill during the …

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Taxpayers Face Show-Cause Notices Over Political Donation Deductions

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The crackdown highlights the need for taxpayers to exercise caution while claiming deductions for political donations. As investigations continue, the department’s findings could lead to stricter scrutiny of such claims in the future. Taxpayers who have donated to Registered Unrecognised …

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Fund Transfer between Accounts cannot be Considered as Unexplained Money u.s.69A of Income Tax Act: Allahabad High Court

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Holding funds in a separate account temporarily before transferring them to the final destination does not qualify as “unexplained money” under Section 69A of the Income Tax Act 1961. Section 69A applicability on Fund Transfers between Accounts: In a significant …

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Allahabad High Court: No Substantial Question of Law Arises Without Evidence of Perversity

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Allahabad High Court Ruling in case of The Principal Commissioner of Income Tax, Aaykar Bhawan, Noida and Another v. M/s Sampark Management Consultancy LLP The Allahabad High Court recently ruled that no substantial question of law arises in a case where …

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No TDS on Cash Withdrawals by Foreign Representations Effective December 1

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TDS on Cash Withdrawal: Section 194N The Income Tax Department has announced a significant update regarding TDS on cash withdrawals. Effective December 1, foreign representations such as diplomatic missions, United Nations agencies, international organizations, consulates, and honorary consuls approved by …

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Calcutta High Court Declines IT Section 292B Application to Scrutiny Notice Issued to Amalgamating Company

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Section 292B provides that no notice, assessment, or proceeding shall be considered invalid due to any error, defect, or omission if it does not impact the substance of the matter. Section 292B Application: In the case of GPT Sons Pvt …

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PAN 2.0 Project Approved by CCEA: A Milestone in Taxpayer Services Modernisation

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The PAN 2.0 Project seeks to unify these platforms into a single, comprehensive portal. This integration will streamline processes, enhance service delivery, and improve the overall experience for taxpayers. The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) has given its approval …

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Whether Capital Expenditure is an Application of Income under Section 11 of the Income Tax Act

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The consistent rulings of various High Courts and the Supreme Court affirm that capital expenditures made to achieve a trust’s charitable objectives are valid applications of income under Section 11 of the Income Tax Act. Treatment of Capital Expenditure to …

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Direct Tax Vivad Se Vishwas (DTVSV) Scheme, 2024: A Comprehensive Guide

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Effective October 1, 2024, the DTVSV Scheme provides an amicable resolution mechanism for income tax disputes pending before appellate authorities, such as the Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT), High Court, and Supreme Court. The Direct Tax Vivad Se Vishwas (DTVSV) …

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ITAT Jaipur Upholds Exemption of Capital Gains from Sale of Agricultural Land

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The ITAT Jaipur underscores the need for a detailed examination of rural land transactions for tax purposes, especially when the property is near urban canters. In a significant ruling, the Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT) in Jaipur has upheld the …

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CBDT Launches Awareness Campaign for Accurate Reporting of Foreign Assets and Income in ITR for AY 2024-25

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This Awareness Campaign primarily focuses on resident taxpayers who have already filed their ITR for AY 2024-25 but may have missed or incorrectly completed Schedule FA (Foreign Assets) or FSI (Foreign Source Income). Taxpayers are encouraged to take advantage of …

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Delhi High Court Clarifies When Penalty Proceedings Are ‘Initiated’ Under Section 271C of the Income Tax Act for TDS Non-Compliance

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By clarifying that penalty initiation begins from the earliest action, such as a reference from the AO, the Delhi High Court underscores that delays in issuing show-cause notices do not extend the penalty imposition timeline. In a recent ruling, the …

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Kerala High Court Rules Assessing Authorities Can’t Reassess Past Years Without Inquiry in Current-Year Cases

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The Court questioned how, during assessment proceedings for 2011-12, the authorities could examine the business nature and extent of the assessee’s activities dating back to 1999-2000. In a significant judgment in Kings Infra Ventures Ltd vs. ACIT (ITA No. 28/2023), …

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ITAT Bangalore Rejects Disallowance of Interest-Free Advance to Related Party Under Section 36(1)(iii) of the Income Tax Act

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The ITAT ruled that, as long as interest-free funds are sufficiently available at the time of advance, disallowance of interest on subsequent loans will not stand. In this article, we delve into a notable tax judgement of ITAT involving a …

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Monetary Limits for Reduction or Waiver of Interest under Section 220(2) of the Income Tax Act: CBDT Circular 15/2024

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Under Section 220(2A), certain income tax authorities have the power for reduction or waiver of interest, upon satisfaction of certain condition. Reduction or Waiver of Interest: The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has recently issued Circular No. 15/2024 on …

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CBDT Circular 14/2024: Condonation of Delay for Filing Returns Claiming Deduction under Section 80P for AY 2023-24

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Circular 14/2024 addressing the condonation of delays in filing income tax returns by cooperative societies claiming deductions under Section 80P of the Income Tax Act for the Financial Year 2022-23. The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has issued Circular …

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