The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) introduced Notification No. 20/2024 - Central Tax on October 8, 2024, implementing Rule 164, effective November 1, 2024. This rule allows taxpayers to request waivers for interest and penalties related to GST demands arising from genuine mistakes, rather than intentional fraud.

This blog provides an overview of High-Net-Worth Individuals (HNWIs) in India, defined as individuals with a net worth exceeding ₹5 crore. It discusses their investment preferences, including real estate, stocks, and alternative assets, and highlights their financial goals like wealth preservation, tax efficiency, and legacy planning. The blog also addresses challenges such as tax planning, risk management, and liquidity issues. Additionally, it covers key tax considerations, estate planning strategies, and philanthropic efforts, offering insights into effective wealth management for HNWIs.

This blog post explains the recent changes to the Reverse Charge Mechanism (RCM) for property rentals in India. Landlords of commercial properties are now responsible for paying GST on behalf of unregistered tenants. The changes take effect on October 10, 2024. Businesses must update their accounting systems and seek professional advice to ensure compliance.

A thorough explanation of Section 139(5) of the Income Tax Act can be found in this blog post. It describes what a defective return is, how to fix a defective return, and the possible repercussions of filing a defective return. Taxpayers can guarantee compliance with income tax legislation and prevent penalties by being aware of Section 139(5).

This blog post provides a comprehensive overview of the latest GST updates in India, including changes to e-invoicing, GST rates, ITC, annual return filing deadlines, and more.

This blog post provides a complete guide on Section 112 of the Income Tax Act, 1961, which governs the taxation of long-term capital gains in India. It provides an explanation of Section 112's main characteristics, such as tax rates, indexation benefits, exemptions, and unique rules for non-residents. The site also explains how Section 112 applies to various kinds of capital assets and walks readers through the process of calculating long-term capital gains. It also draws attention to significant legal rulings and factors that affect taxpayers. Through a thorough comprehension of the intricacies of Section 112, individuals can proficiently handle their tax obligations concerning long-term capital gains.

This blog post offers a thorough explanation of Income Tax Act Section 158AB, a significant clause that gives taxpayers the ability to get preliminary decisions on controversial tax issues. The blog provides an explanation of Section 158AB's goals, application, process, consequences, and restrictions. It also emphasizes how these rulings are provided by the Authority for Advance Rulings (AAR). Taxpayers can reduce the likelihood of conflicts and successfully navigate the intricacies of the Indian income tax system by being aware of Section 158AB.

An extensive summary of Section 194F of the Income Tax Act in India can be found in this blog post. It describes the main points, the methodology used to compute TDS for various forms of income, and how it affects investments in mutual funds. The blog also covers investor tax preparation techniques and exemptions.

Property sellers are prohibited by Section 50C of the Income Tax Act from undervaluing real estate transactions in order to avoid paying taxes. If the stamp duty value is more than the real consideration, this clause treats it as the considered selling price. This blog offers a thorough explanation of Section 50C's operation, as well as its consequences for capital gains, exemptions, dispute settlement procedures, and the safe harbor limits that have been included in more recent modifications.

Form 1 for the Declaration of Taxable Value of Securities (DTVSV) 2024 is now available for online submission. By October 31, 2024, taxpayers who own securities as of March 31, 2024, must submit this form. Up to December 31, 2024, a late return may be submitted; however, there will be a ₹1,000 penalty. In the event that the form is not submitted by the stipulated deadline, there will be a penalty of ₹10,000 and potential interest on unpaid taxes. Find out how to easily file Form 1 online and make sure you're following the DTVSV rules.

This blog explores the importance of providing Indian taxpayers with access to their historical GST return data. It gives taxpayers a step-by-step tutorial on how to obtain and analyze their prior returns and describes the goals and extent of the restoration procedure. It highlights the advantages, like improving compliance, maximizing taxes, and fixing mistakes. In order to reduce penalties, the essay also emphasizes the significance of prompt action and expert counsel.

The Income Tax Department will implement new TDS (Tax Deducted at Source) laws on October 1, 2024, with the goal of reducing tax evasion and enhancing compliance. Raised TDS thresholds for independent contractors, new real estate sales regulations, cash payments, and rent payments to non-resident landlords are some of these modifications. To ensure that taxpayers stay compliant, this blog offers a thorough summary of all the latest regulations and how they affect different transactions.