# tax
12 posts in `tax` tag
GST Appeals Made Easier: Lower Pre Deposit Rules Under Finance Act 2025
The Finance Act 2025 brings relief to businesses by reducing the pre-deposit requirement for penalty only GST appeals from 25% to 10%. Tax appeals remain unchanged at 10%. Businesses can now use Input Tax Credit (ITC) for deposits, improving cash flow and easing compliance. These changes will be effective after CBIC notification.
Default Isn’t Always Best: How to Choose the Right Tax Regime in 2025–26
India's income tax system has undergone a major shift for FY 2025–26, with the New Tax Regime now set as the default. This blog breaks down the differences between the New and Old Regimes, compares tax slabs, and helps taxpayers decide which option suits them best. Whether you're a young professional or a seasoned investor, understanding these changes is key to smarter tax planning.
GST Changes from October 2025: What You Need to Know
Starting October 2025, the GST system will undergo major changes affecting how businesses file returns and claim input tax credit. Key updates include manual ITC acceptance, locked GSTR-3B liabilities, new credit note rules, and invoice-level TDS reporting. Businesses must adapt to stay compliant and avoid filing issues.
GST Removed on Insurance But Agents Are Paying the Price
The government has eliminated the 18% GST on life and health insurance premiums effective October 1, 2025. While this benefits customers by lowering costs, insurance agents—especially those working with private insurers—are facing commission cuts of up to 18% due to the loss of input tax credit. Public insurers are absorbing the GST cost, but private companies are passing it on to agents.
CBIC Announces 90% Quick Refund for Businesses A Major Relief
The CBIC has rolled out a provisional refund mechanism allowing eligible businesses to receive 90% of their GST refunds upfront from October 1, 2025. This move targets industries facing cash flow issues due to inverted duty structures and aims to accelerate business operations and growth.
ITR Filing Deadline Extended: Relief for Tax Audit Cases
The Gujarat High Court has directed the CBDT to extend the Income Tax Return (ITR) filing deadline for tax audit cases from October 31 to November 30, 2025. This move provides much-needed relief to taxpayers and professionals, allowing more time for accurate filing and reducing stress.
Compliance Calendar October 2025 – Key Tax and Regulatory Deadlines
October 2025 is packed with critical tax and regulatory deadlines. This blog highlights key dates for income tax, GST, MCA filings, EPF/ESI contributions, and audit-related submissions to help you stay compliant and avoid penalties.
ITAT Ahmedabad: No Penalty for Late TDS Remittance under Section 271C
In a landmark ruling, ITAT Ahmedabad has held that penalty under Section 271C of the Income Tax Act is not applicable for delayed remittance of TDS, provided the tax was deducted and paid with interest. This decision, based on Supreme Court precedent, offers relief to taxpayers facing procedural delays.
Breaking: Presumptive Taxation Moves to Section 58 - Complete Guide
The Income Tax Act 2025 introduces Section 58, replacing Section 44AD for presumptive taxation of small businesses. This provision applies to eligible assessees with turnover up to ₹2-3 crore, offering simplified tax computation at 6% for digital transactions and 8% for other receipts, or actual profit—whichever is higher. The change promotes digital payments and reduces compliance burden for small businesses while maintaining revenue collection efficiency.
ITR-6 Online Filing AY 2025-26: Updated Utilities, Deadlines & Step-by-Step Process
The Income Tax Department has enabled online filing of ITR-6 for Assessment Year 2025-26, along with updated offline utilities. All companies except those claiming Section 11 exemption must file by the specified deadlines. This comprehensive guide covers eligibility, filing steps, critical deadlines, and common errors to avoid for seamless compliance
March 31, 2026: The TDS/TCS Correction Deadline You Cannot Miss
The Income Tax Act, 2025 has introduced a crucial change in TDS/TCS compliance: the timeline for filing correction statements has been reduced from 6 years to 2 years. Businesses must file all pending TDS/TCS corrections for FY 2018-19 Q4 through FY 2023-24 Q3 by March 31, 2026. Failure to meet this deadline will lead to automatic recovery proceedings, penalties, and compliance complications. Learn about the key changes, understand the implications for your organization, and discover the immediate steps you need to take to ensure full compliance before the deadline expires.
Relief for Taxpayers: Gujarat HC Pushes for ITR Deadline Shift
In a major relief for taxpayers and professionals, the Gujarat High Court has directed CBDT to extend the ITR filing deadline for audit-case assessees to 30th November 2025, aligning it with the tax audit timeline.Gujarat High Court Directs CBDT to Extend ITR Filing Deadline