The Income Tax Act has provisions called Sections 269SS and 269T that limit cash transactions for loans and deposits over Rs. 20,000 in an attempt to prevent tax evasion and encourage transparency. Such amounts cannot be accepted in cash according to Section 269SS, and cash repayment is limited according to Section 269T. Penalties for noncompliance may equal the cost of the transaction. This blog offers a thorough explanation of each of these areas, as well as helpful advice on how to comply.

In a move to strengthen tax compliance and curb evasion, the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) in India is mandating "reporting entities" like banks, fintech companies, and property registrars to submit details of all high-value transactions conducted during the financial year 2022-23. This blog post explains what this means, who it affects, and why the CBDT is taking this step.