A comprehensive guide for businesses on the depreciation rates and rules applicable for the Financial Year 2025-26 under the Indian Income Tax Act. The blog details the core principles, including the 'Block of Assets' concept and the WDV method. It provides a clear breakdown of depreciation rates for various asset classes like buildings, machinery, and intangible assets. Furthermore, it covers crucial special provisions such as additional depreciation for manufacturing units, rules for the sale of assets, and recent updates like the non-depreciable status of goodwill, empowering businesses with the knowledge for effective tax planning and compliance.

This comprehensive guide addresses the common concern of a missing Form 16. It empowers salaried individuals to confidently file their Income Tax Return by detailing essential alternative documents (pay slips, Form 26AS, AIS) and providing a clear, step-by-step process for successful and compliant ITR filing, ensuring no one misses the deadline due to a lost document.

Made an error on your Income Tax Return? Don't stress! This comprehensive guide walks you through the process of filing a Revised Return under Section 139(5) for Assessment Year 2025-26. Learn common reasons for revision, key deadlines, and a simple step-by-step online process to ensure your tax records are accurate and penalty-free.

This blog post details how the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has granted "54EC status" to IREDA bonds, offering property sellers a significant tax exemption of up to 50 lakh on long-term capital gains. It explains what 54EC bonds are, why IREDA's inclusion is beneficial for both investors and India's green energy goals, how the tax exemption works, key investment considerations like limits and lock-in periods, and who can invest. The post highlights the advantages of investing in these safe, fixed-return bonds while contributing to a sustainable future.

India's digital asset taxation is maturing. For FY 2025-26, the core 30% tax and 1% TDS on VDAs remain, but expect a wider definition of VDAs and mandatory reporting by exchanges. This blog details current rules and what enhanced compliance means for crypto and other new-age investors.

The FY 2025-26 brings crucial changes for partnership firms & LLPs regarding partner remuneration. This blog decodes the new, increased deduction limits under Section 40(b) and the mandatory TDS introduction via Section 194T on payments to partners. It covers who's a working partner, the role of the partnership deed, and essential compliance steps for firms.

This blog provides a simple and easy-to-understand guide to Capital Gains Tax rates in India for various assets like shares, mutual funds (debt & equity), gold, and property, differentiating between short-term and long-term gains.

The New Tax Regime is now default for FY 2024-25. Our comprehensive guide helps salaried individuals and pensioners file ITR-1 (Sahaj) easily, covering eligibility, new deductions like the ₹75,000 standard deduction, and a step-by-step online process. File by September 15, 2025!

This blog post offers a detailed look at gratuity in India for 2025. It defines gratuity and outlines the different situations in which it is payable, including superannuation, resignation, death, or disablement. The post explains the eligibility criteria, highlighting the five-year continuous service rule and its main exceptions. It also provides clear formulas and examples for calculating gratuity for both employers covered and not covered by the Payment of Gratuity Act, 1972. A significant portion covers the tax implications for 2025 under Section 10(10) of the Income Tax Act. This section differentiates between government and non-government employees, explains the 20 Lakh exemption limit, and addresses the effect of the new tax regime (Section 115BAC) on gratuity exemptions. The article concludes with key takeaways for better financial planning.

This blog post provides a comprehensive overview of Section 201(1A) of the Income Tax Act, 1961, focusing on the interest levied for delayed TDS deduction or payment. It explains the two distinct scenarios for interest calculation (1% for failure to deduct, 1.5% for failure to pay after deduction), clarifies the "month or part of a month" rule, and illustrates calculations with clear examples. Furthermore, it details the severe implications for defaulting deductors, including "assessee in default" status, disallowance of expenditure under Section 40(a)(ia), various penalties (271C, 271H), and potential prosecution. The post concludes with practical best practices to help deductors ensure timely compliance and avoid these costly repercussions.

This blog post announces the release of ITR-2 and ITR-3 Excel utilities for AY 2025-26. It explains which taxpayers must use these forms and highlights important updates from the Finance Act, 2024. These updates include changes to capital gains segregation, share buyback rules, and higher asset reporting thresholds. The post describes the benefits of using Excel utilities and offers a clear, step-by-step guide for filing. It stresses key points like the e-verification deadline and the need for accuracy and good record-keeping to ensure smooth compliance.

The Income Tax Department is making significant updates and tightening compliance for FY 2025-26 (AY 2026-27). This blog post serves as an important "taxpayer alert." It explains key changes, such as the mandatory Aadhaar-based verification for updates to the e-filing portal and PAN applications. There is also a stronger emphasis on computer-assisted scrutiny (CASS) for certain types of returns, including survey/search cases, ITR-7 filers, recurring additions, and intelligence alerts. Additionally, it provides information on expected delays in ITR refunds due to outstanding demands and technical upgrades. The focus on HRA claims will tighten, especially those that involve family members. It highlights the need for proactive compliance, careful record-keeping, and timely responses to avoid penalties and ensure a smooth tax experience.