03 Apr Income tax department cracks down on PAN fraud for false HRA claims
The income tax department has unearthed a scam involving the fraudulent use of permanent account numbers (PAN) to claim house rent allowance (HRA) without actual tenancy....
Tax Planning Tag
26 Mar A Closer Look at the Significant Tax Adjustments Coming into Force on April 1, 2024
April 1 signifies the start of a fresh fiscal year and holds great importance for personal finances, as many income tax adjustments from the Budget come into effect on this date....
23 Mar ITC Transition not to be denied in case of Input Service Distributor (ISD)
In the case of Siemens India Ltd. v. Union of India [Writ Petition No. 986 of 2019 dated February 09, 2024], the Hon’ble Bombay High Court, drawing upon sub-section (7) of Section 140 of the Central Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017 (“the CGST Act”),...
22 Mar Optimizing Tax Planning with Political Party Donations
The difference between tax saving and tax evasion becomes apparent when individuals seek deductions under sections 80GGB/80GGC of the Income Tax Act 1961 for contributing funds to a political party or an electoral trust....
20 Mar Guidelines on Cash Limits and Tax Implications for Individuals
As per the Income-Tax Act (ITA), 1961, there is no restriction on the amount of money stored in the house; in case of an income tax raid, an individual is required to present the source of the money....
18 Mar Making Tax Payments Under the QRMP Scheme: Step-by-Step Guide
The Quarterly Return Filing and Monthly Payment of Taxes (QRMP) Scheme, initiated by the CBIC from January 1, 2021, aims to ease the compliance burden for small taxpayers. This guide outlines the process for tax payment during the initial two months of the quarter for...
16 Mar Section 194G of the Income Tax Act
Lottery tickets are often seen as gateways to instant wealth, but few realize the tax implications that accompany such windfalls. Section 194G of the Income Tax Act delineates the provisions for Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) on various activities related to lottery tickets, including their...
15 Mar Comprehending OIDAR Services in the Context of GST Regulations
In the realm of online services, comprehending OIDAR (Online Information and Database Access or Retrieval) services is paramount. These services, acquired and delivered online without physical interaction, present distinct tax challenges....
14 Mar CBDT Simplifies Business Reorganization ITR Filing Process for Successor Companies
The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has issued an order on March 13, 2024, under section 119 of the Income-tax Act, 1961, providing relief to successor companies involved in business reorganizations such as amalgamations, mergers, or demergers sanctioned by competent authorities such as High...
14 Mar Revisions to TDS Sections 194R and 194S in the Income Tax Act, 1961
Section 194R, introduced as part of the Finance Act 2022, addresses the taxation of benefits or perks associated with business or professional activities and the subsequent deduction of taxes....