The Income-tax Act, 1961's Section 139(8A), which addresses the filing of late income tax returns in India, is thoroughly examined in this blog. The blog is a thorough resource for taxpayers and tax experts, covering the background, salient points, ramifications, and commonly asked issues around this rule.

The Indian GST structure saw substantial modifications as a consequence of the 54th GST Council Meeting, which was presided over by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on September 9, 2024. Important results included lower GST rates for medications used in cancer treatment, lower rates for certain foods, and a new GST rate for helicopter services. The introduction of e-invoicing for B2C transactions and the need for clarifications regarding input tax credit were also discussed at the discussion. The Council underlined the need of stakeholder engagement to guarantee that future changes are advantageous and sustainable for the economy, even though several decisions were postponed for more study.

This blog offers a thorough explanation of Section 245 of the Income-tax Act, 1961, which addresses appeals and dispute resolution in relation to income tax. The blog highlights the significance of this section in preserving taxpayer rights and guaranteeing an equitable and transparent process by outlining its contents, methods, and ramifications for taxpayers.

Instead of paying tax on each transaction, small firms can opt for the GST Composition Scheme, which is a tax payment scheme that allows them to pay a predetermined proportion of their sales as tax. The purpose of this program is to facilitate small business operations and lessen the burden of compliance for them.

The blog explores the recent proposal put up by the GST Council to charge payment aggregators 18% GST for enabling small-value digital transactions up to ₹2,000 that are done using credit and debit cards. It investigates how this action can affect different parties, such as customers, merchants, and payment aggregators. The article also addresses the possibility of a shift in payment preferences in favor of options like UPI, which is not currently subject to these tax ramifications. It also emphasizes the background of the 2016 service tax exemption on small-value digital transactions, which was implemented to encourage the use of digital payments in India.

This blog covers the fundamentals, advantages, and deadlines of India's advance tax system in great depth. It also provides advice on how to maintain tax law compliance and describes the repercussions of failing to pay advance tax. This tutorial will assist both individuals and businesses in comprehending and navigating India's complex tax structure.

The tax dispute settlement procedure has been made simpler by a ground-breaking effort launched by the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT). The e-Dispute Resolution Scheme (e-DRS) provides taxpayers with an easy-to-use and effective online platform to submit objections or appeals against tax orders or assessments. This blog post offers a thorough rundown of the main characteristics, advantages, and usage of the e-DRS. Find out how using the e-DRS to resolve tax disputes may save you money, time, and effort.

Are you waiting for your income tax refund and discovering that it has been lost or is delayed? You're not by yourself. This article examines typical causes of delays, including as audits and mistakes on tax returns, and offers professional advice on how to have the problem resolved as soon as possible. Additionally, you'll discover how to avoid delays in the future and obtain your return as soon as possible.

This blog post offers a thorough explanation of tax allowances and deductions, including company and personal deductions, along with instructions on how to claim them in order to reduce your tax liability.

This blog offers details on the new EPFO regulation that permits members to take an early pension withdrawal in specific situations. It describes the benefits of early pension withdrawal as well as the qualifying requirements and procedure. The possible effects of this adjustment on EPFO members' financial security are also covered in the blog.

The Income Tax Act's Section 194R, which addresses the tax deduction at source (TDS) on payments made to resident contractors or professionals, is covered in detail in this blog. It goes over the main points of the section, such as the tax rate, exemptions, threshold amount, and penalties for not complying. The blog also gives advice on how to ensure compliance and offers insights into the real-world applications of Section 194R.

The advantages, varieties, and ramifications of double taxation avoidance agreements (DTAAs) for global investment and commerce are all covered in this thorough study. Find out how DTAAs may encourage economic cooperation, reduce double taxation, and increase foreign investment.