This blog post explains a new feature on the Indian GST portal where it automatically pulls turnover data from a taxpayer's Income Tax Returns (ITRs). It highlights how this integration simplifies GST registration, reduces manual effort and errors, improves data matching, and enhances overall tax compliance. The post details what data is pulled, the benefits for various stakeholders (businesses, freelancers, accountants, tax authorities), potential challenges like data lag or definitional ambiguities, and provides actionable steps for taxpayers to prepare and ensure accuracy. It frames the change as part of India's broader digital tax reform strategy.

This blog post announces a significant and permanent change in GST compliance for small businesses in India. From Financial Year 2024-25, businesses with an annual aggregate turnover of up to 2 crore are exempt from filing the annual GST return (Form GSTR-9). The article details what changed, who benefits, and the tangible advantages like time and cost savings. It also highlights crucial reminders about continued monthly/quarterly filings, record-keeping, and turnover monitoring. The post emphasizes that this move will greatly enhance the "Ease of Doing Business" for millions of small enterprises.

This blog outlines seven new government benefits for senior citizens in India, aimed at improving their quality of life. These perks include expanded health insurance (Ayushman Bharat) for those 70+, free assistive devices (Rashtriya Vayoshri Yojana), increased pension amounts, opportunities for active aging through jobs and social groups (SACRED Portal), support for the "Silver Economy" through startup funding (SAGE portal), a dedicated helpline for safety and protection (Elderline 14567), and improved access to facilities via state action plans. The article also provides a brief guide on how seniors can access these benefits, emphasizing a holistic approach to ensuring respect, health, financial security, and happiness for India's elderly population.

India's Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU-IND) has mandated comprehensive cybersecurity audits for all Virtual Digital Asset (VDA) service providers, including crypto exchanges and custodians. These audits, to be conducted by CERT-In approved auditors, signal a major shift towards a more secure and regulated crypto ecosystem in India. The move aims to combat cybercrime, money laundering, and boost investor confidence, bringing the crypto sector in line with traditional financial regulations. Firms must now prioritize compliance, update security protocols, and prepare for the new PACT certification, marking an end to lax security practices.

Discover how Sections 54 and 54F of the Indian Income Tax Act provide crucial tax exemptions on Long-Term Capital Gains from property sales. This comprehensive guide covers the latest rules for 2025, including the new ₹10 Crore cap and the two-house option under Section 54, offering practical examples and a step-by-step plan for effective tax planning.

This blog post addresses the increasing tax notices faced by Indian content creators, influencers, and consultants due to a common mismatch: clients deducting TDS under Section 194J while they file income tax returns under Section 44AD. It breaks down the key tax provisions (194J, 44AD, 44ADA), explaining what each means for freelancers and businesses. The article clarifies that a 194J deduction doesn't automatically mandate filing under 44ADA; the crucial factor is whether the profession is listed under Section 44AA. It details potential impacts on tax burden, cash flow, and the need for increased documentation, while also offering actionable steps for creators and consultants to ensure compliance, including clarifying work nature, maintaining records, client communication, cash flow monitoring, and seeking professional tax advice.

The Income Tax Department has granted a crucial one-day extension for filing Income Tax Returns for Assessment Year 2025-26, pushing the final deadline to September 16, 2025. This extension aims to assist taxpayers who encountered issues with the e-filing portal. This is a final opportunity to avoid penalties, so file your ITR promptly with myITRonline.

The Income Tax Department has given a final chance to correct mistakes in TDS/TCS returns for FY 2018–19 to FY 2023–24. The correction deadline is March 31, 2026. After this, only 2 years will be allowed for revisions, and unresolved errors may lead to tax notices.

This quick-reference guide lays out all key GST return due dates for September 2025 — including deadlines for GSTR-7, GSTR-8, GSTR-1, IFF (QRMP), GSTR-6, GSTR-5, GSTR-3B and GSTR-5A — plus practical notes on why on-time filing matters and a simple table you can use as a checklist.

This blog post provides a detailed overview of the key highlights from the Income Tax Return (ITR) filing season for Assessment Year (AY) 2025-26, as of September 8, 2025. It showcases significant statistics including over 13.36 crore registered users, more than 5 crore returns filed, nearly 4.72 crore verified returns, and over 3.39 crore processed returns. The post emphasizes the growing trust in the e-filing platform, faster processing times, and the success of India's digital transformation in tax administration, positioning the Income Tax Department as "Success Enablers."

This blog post provides a comprehensive yet easy-to-understand guide to saving Long-Term Capital Gains (LTCG) tax arising from property sales in India. It delves into three crucial sections of the Income Tax Act – Section 54, Section 54EC, and Section 54F – detailing their eligibility criteria, investment options, time limits for reinvestment, and lock-in periods. The post also includes a comparative table and a practical example to illustrate how these exemptions work, empowering taxpayers to make informed decisions and potentially reduce their tax liabilities.

This blog post provides a comprehensive guide to the upcoming GST rate changes in India, effective 22 September 2025, focusing specifically on the implications for Input Tax Credit (ITC) on stock. It explains the new simplified tax slab structure (5%, 18%, 40% for luxury goods) and details how businesses should handle ITC for stock purchased before the changes, supplies made after the changes, and unsold old inventory. The post offers practical advice on identifying stock, claiming eligible ITC, reversing ITC where necessary, seeking manufacturer support, and maintaining audit-ready records to navigate this significant tax transition effectively.