This in-depth guide simplifies TDS (Tax Deducted at Source) for Financial Year 2025-26 (Assessment Year 2026-27). Discover how this crucial tax collection mechanism works, explore the latest changes from Union Budget 2025 including increased threshold limits, the introduction of Section 194T for partners' remuneration, and the removal of higher TDS for non-filers. We provide a detailed TDS rate chart and explain the implications of non-compliance, empowering both deductors and deductees for efficient tax planning and compliance

Maximize your savings and simplify your ITR filing for FY 2024-25! Discover how to effectively utilize the Section 87A rebate and navigate the complexities of deductions under both the old and new tax regimes. This essential guide empowers you to make informed choices, accurately claim every eligible deduction, and confidently file your ITR to prevent any unwelcome tax notices.

Grasping the concept of standard deduction is essential for every salaried person in India. Following the recent updates in the Union Budget 2024, the framework for standard deduction has changed, particularly within the new tax framework. This comprehensive guide clarifies what standard deduction entails, the updated limits for both regimes, eligibility criteria, advantages, and practical illustrations.

Receiving an income tax notification can be intimidating, especially for salaried professionals. This comprehensive guide demystifies the reasons behind income tax notices in India, detailing common types (like 143(1), 139(9), 143(2), 148, and 156) and providing a step-by-step approach on how to respond effectively. Learn about discrepancies in income/TDS, defective returns, high-value transactions, and best practices to prevent such communications.

This blog explains the mandatory income tax audit requirements under Section 44AB for Indian businesses and professionals, detailing the various turnover and gross receipt thresholds. It highlights the significant penalties imposed by Section 271B for non-compliance, alongside conditions where penalties can be avoided due to 'reasonable cause.' The post also emphasizes the broader benefits of an audit beyond just avoiding penalties, such as enhanced credibility and financial accuracy.

In 2025, India will witness major changes in cheque bounce regulations aiming to enhance financial accountability. From increased penalties and real-time alerts to special courts and relief for technical errors, these rules target both prevention and faster resolution. This guide covers everything individuals and businesses need to know to stay compliant and avoid legal complications.

The Income Tax Department has notified updated ITR forms (ITR-1, ITR-2, ITR-3, ITR-4) for FY 2024-25 (AY 2025-26) incorporating several crucial changes. This blog details 9 important adjustments, including relaxed eligibility for ITR-1/ITR-4, mandatory TDS section reporting, removal of Aadhaar Enrolment ID acceptance, detailed disclosures for tax regime options, bifurcated capital gains reporting, new treatment for buyback proceeds, raised asset reporting threshold, additional requirement for disability deductions, and streamlined capital gains sections, all aimed at ensuring accurate and compliant tax filing.

This post explains the GSTN advisory from May 2025 regarding Table 3.2 of GSTR-3B. It covers the table's purpose (reporting inter-state supplies to unregistered persons, composition taxpayers, and UIN holders), the previous plan for auto-population and making the table non-editable, the recent deferral of this change due to taxpayer feedback, and highlights the continued importance of accurate GSTR-1 filing despite Table 3.2 currently remaining editable. It serves as a guide for GST filers on this specific clarification.

This post offers an in-depth overview of key Income Tax Act sections (44AA, 44AB, 44AD, 44ADA) applicable for AY 2025-26 (FY 2024-25). It details the requirements for maintaining accounting records and mandatory tax audits based on income/turnover thresholds. It also explains the presumptive taxation schemes for eligible small businesses (44AD) and professionals (44ADA), including updated limits and the implications of opting for or out of these schemes. The guide aims to clarify compliance duties for taxpayers

The CBDT has notified IRFC's Ten-Year Zero Coupon Bonds under the Income Tax Act, potentially making the maturity proceeds tax-exempt under Section 10(15)(iv)(h). This offers a significant tax advantage for long-term investors compared to non-notified bonds.

The DPIIT has approved 187 startups for income tax exemption under the revised Section 80-IAC. This grants 100% tax deduction on profits for 3 years out of 10, under an updated framework with extended eligibility and a streamlined application process. This move boosts financial relief and growth for eligible Indian startups.

This blog post informs PAN card holders about the Income Tax Department's warning regarding a 10,000 penalty for specific violations, particularly focusing on the issue of holding multiple PAN cards. It explains the reasons for such violations, the relevant Section 272B of the Income Tax Act, other non-compliances attracting the same penalty, and provides essential guidance on how to prevent these issues and ensure PAN compliance.