Bribe Demand was Confirmed during the Course of the Investigation, Leading to the Registration of the FIR In a recent development, an Assistant Commissioner of Maharashtra’s tax department, along with several other officers from the State GST department, has come …
Recommended a reduction in GST rates applicable to various health insurance products, including retail policies for senior citizens and micro-insurance policies, along with term policies The Standing Committee on Finance has recommended a reduction in the Goods and Services Tax …
A List of Changes in ITR Forms (ITR-1 to 6) Applicable for Financial Year 2023-24 (AY 2024-25) ITR Form for AY 2024-25: As per the recent notifications of CBDT, specifically Notification No. 19 of 2024 dated January 31, 2024, ITR …
How to respond to Notices under Section 133(6) of I-T Act Notice under section 133(6) is a crucial provision granting investigative powers to designated officers within the income tax department. This section empowers the designated officers to ask the taxpayers …
New Reporting Requirement of GSTR 1 from January 2024 Learn about the latest reporting updates in the Goods and Services Tax Return-1 (GSTR-1) form, effective from January 2024. Notification no 26/2022, dated 26th December 2022, introduced two crucial tables, Table …
Govt Plans to Remove Invoice Editing Feature in Next Financial Year Govt Plan to Remove Invoice Editing Option: In a bid to boost compliance and tackle the issue of fake invoicing, the Indian government is considering a significant change to …
GST Appellate Tribunal (GSTAT) May Begin Operation by July-August 2024 The much-awaited Goods and Services Tax (GST) Appellate Tribunals, intended to resolve taxpayer disputes under the six-and-a-half years old indirect tax regime, may begin operations around July or August, Revenue …
Amendment in GST: Insertion of New Section 122A Prescribing Penalty, Seizure & Confiscation for Non-Registration of Machines by Tobacco Product manufacturers In a significant amendment to combat revenue leakage in the tobacco products manufacturing sector, the Finance Bill 2024 has …
Income Tax Exemption Deadline for Three Crucial Sectors Extended up-to 31 March 2025 I-T Exemption Extended in 3 Crucial Areas: In the latest budget announcement for 2024, the Indian government has chosen to maintain existing tax rates while extending income …
Massive ITC Fraud Detected by DGGI: 1700 Cases with Rs. 18000 Crores of ITC Evasion Detected this Year & 98 Arrested DGGI Unveils Massive ITC Fraud: According to a recent press release of Ministry of Finance on 3 February 2024, …
GST Council may Consider Nationwide Rollout of Biometric Authentication for registration – Statement of CBIC Chief Biometric Authentication: The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council is contemplating the implementation of biometric based Aadhaar authentication across India for individuals seeking GST …
CBDT Press Release about Release of Almost all ITR Forms for FY 2023-24 In a recent press release on February 2, 2024, the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has officially announced the release of all Income Tax Return (ITR) …
Summary of Tax Related Announcements in the Interim Budget 2024 Explore the latest tax-related updates from the Union Budget 2024-2025, presented by Finance and Corporate Affairs Minister Smt Nirmala Sitharaman. This summary delves into the significant tax measures announced on …
Highlights of Interim Budget 2024: Income Tax & GST Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman unveiled the Interim Budget 2024 on February 1, 2024, outlining the financial landscape for the upcoming fiscal year starting April 1, 2024. As widely anticipated, there were …
Income Tax Slabs & Rates Applicable to Individuals in FY 2023-24 (AY 2024-25) For the financial year 2023-24, the default tax regime is the New Tax Regime, offering individuals a lower rate of taxation under section 115BAC. However, those individuals …
GST Officer Caught Red-Handed in a Sting Operation by Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) In a major development, Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) officials in Srikakulam district successfully apprehended a GST officer, N. Kishore Kumar, while accepting a bribe of Rs. 1 lakh from …
Amendment in CBIC Notification 2/2017-Central Tax Dt. 19 June 2017 In a significant move, the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has issued Notification 5/2024 on Dated 30th January 2024, exercising powers under the Central Goods and Services …
Income Tax Exemptions Applicable to Salaried Individuals in FY 2023-24 Salaried individuals often seek ways to optimize their income and minimize tax liabilities. Understanding the array of income tax exemptions and deductions available is crucial for achieving this financial objective. …
A Comprehensive List of Relief Measures Expected from Budget 2024 As we gear up for the interim budget announcement on February 1, 2024, by Union Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, taxpayers eagerly await potential amendments that could impact their financial landscape. Although …
Income Tax (First Amendment) Rules 2024: CBDT Notification 16/2024 CBDT Notification 16/2024, issued on January 24, 2024, marks a significant update from the Central Board of Direct Taxes. This notification brings forth changes to the Income Tax Return (ITR) Form …