Taxpayers have benefited greatly from recent changes to CGST Section 16, which include extended ITC claim deadlines and unambiguous capital goods criteria. Exporters, SMEs, and lawful taxpayers gain from these adjustments, and the integrity of the system is maintained by stronger fraud protection measures. It is recommended that businesses become acquainted with these improvements in order to enhance compliance and capitalize on the increased availability of ITC.

Beginning in September 2024, the GST Portal will begin deleting return data older than seven years, which is a significant change for Indian GST filers. Cost reasons, issues related to data security, and regulatory compliance have all motivated this adjustment. Taxpayers need to move quickly to protect their data by printing or downloading copies, utilizing external hard drives or cloud storage, and strengthening record-keeping procedures. Businesses will remain audit-ready and compliant even when past data is archived or removed from the GST Portal thanks to these proactive measures.

By simplifying the penalty procedure for non-compliance, the Central Government's New Penalty Adjudication Rules 2024, released in accordance with the Companies Act of 2013, seek to improve corporate governance. To guarantee prompt and transparent corporate responsibility, these regulations provide adjudicating authorities greater authority, establish time-bound processes, and encourage digital recording. This article examines the main points of the new legislation, their implications, and how they enhance investor confidence, mitigate litigation, and enhance corporate governance.

Tax authorities may seize and sell a taxpayer's assets in order to collect unpaid taxes, according to Section 39 of the Income Tax Act. Additionally, recovery against other parties holding assets on behalf of the taxpayer is permitted under this clause. To make sure taxpayers understand their obligations and the repercussions of tax defaults, the blog examines the essential components, recovery procedure, and consequences for non-compliance.

This blog post offers a condensed explanation of the new TDS rates, which go into effect on October 1, 2024, along with lower tax deduction rates for certain kinds of payments. In order to assure compliance with the updated tax legislation, it assists businesses and taxpayers in comprehending the ramifications of the changed TDS rates and making wise judgments.

This blog article addresses the rationalization of TDS rates, which will take effect on October 1, 2024. It also covers the effects on individual taxpayers, the withdrawal of 20% TDS upon buyback by mutual funds and UTI, and the decreased rates for various sections. An summary of the modifications and how they affect the tax system is given.

This blog explores the substantial shifts in international tax laws and how they affect businesses, people, and the economy as a whole. Reduced corporate tax rates, changes to personal income tax brackets, and international tax reforms such as BEPS and digital taxes are some of the main areas of focus. The article delves deeper into the wider economic ramifications, encompassing the difficulties in upholding fiscal equilibrium and tackling income disparity.

The time limit for issue of notice under Section 143(2) of the Income-tax Act, 1961, is six months from the end of the financial year in which the return of income is filed. This time limit can be extended by the Commissioner of Income-tax or the Chief Commissioner of Income-tax, as the case may be, for a period not exceeding six months. Taxpayers must comply with the notice issued by the AO within the prescribed period to avoid adverse consequences.

This blog provides a detailed analysis of Section 122(1) of the GST Act, outlining the various offenses and penalties related to GST in India. It covers supply-related offenses, tax evasion, and non-compliance, as well as registration and documentation-related offenses.

This blog helps taxpayers stay on top of their responsibilities and avoid penalties by offering a thorough annual compliance calendar for TDS and TCS deposit and filing dates.

This blog provides a comprehensive overview of Sections 271A and 271 of the Income Tax Act, highlighting their key differences, penalties, and implications for taxpayers. It emphasizes the importance of maintaining proper financial records and complying with all tax-related legal requirements to avoid hefty penalties.

The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has issued new guidelines to streamline the recovery of Goods and Services Tax (GST) dues until the Goods and Services Tax Appellate Tribunal (GSTAT) becomes operational. Taxpayers can now make electronic payments for outstanding GST dues, offering a more convenient and efficient method. The CBIC also permits early GST recovery if justified in writing by the proper officer, allowing for quicker recovery in specific cases. Circular No. 187/19/2022-GST clarifies the treatment of statutory dues under GST law for taxpayers with proceedings finalized under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC). Additionally, GST will be applied to 1% of corporate guarantee fees annually. These guidelines aim to provide relief to businesses and ensure a smoother GST recovery process until the GSTAT is functional.