This blog post explains Section 194LBA of India's Income Tax Act, detailing the Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) rules for income distributions (interest, dividend, rent) from Business Trusts (REITs and InvITs) to resident and non-resident unitholders, including rates, compliance, and consequences.

The Income Tax Fifth Amendment Rules 2025 include major modifications to the reporting requirements for business trusts and securitization trusts. This blog discusses the significant revisions, new timetables, and what they mean for taxpayers and investors.