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.

Filing your Income Tax Return (ITR) for AY 2025-26? Avoid the 28+ most common mistakes that can lead to notices, penalties, or delayed refunds. This comprehensive guide covers identity, income reporting, deduction, procedural, and verification errors, plus new regime selection tips. Stay updated, file accurately, and ensure a smooth tax season!

This blog post provides an essential guide for senior citizens regarding their tax filing for Assessment Year 2025-26 (FY 2024-25). It explains the choice between Old and New tax regimes, highlights key tax benefits like higher exemption limits and specific deductions (80TTB, 80D), details the ITR filing exemption under Section 194P for those aged 75+, clarifies applicable ITR forms, and touches upon important upcoming changes for AY 2026-27, empowering seniors with crucial tax information.

This blog post provides a detailed analysis of the recent GST Advisory concerning the Appeal Withdrawal Waiver Scheme. It explains the scheme's purpose, highlights the significance of the advisory, outlines the expected key points including eligibility and procedure, details the implications of withdrawal, and offers actionable steps for taxpayers considering this option to resolve pending GST disputes.

This blog explains the key exemptions available under India’s capital gains tax laws for FY 2025-26, including the latest updates from Budget 2025. It covers who can claim each exemption, how to utilize the Capital Gain Account Scheme, and the correct process for claiming exemptions in your income tax return.

This blog decodes the key differences between the Old and New Income Tax Regimes for FY 2025-26, following the updates in Budget 2025. It covers the latest tax slabs, standard deductions, rebates, and provides practical scenarios to help taxpayers decide which regime is more beneficial based on their income and eligible deductions.

The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has introduced significant updates to the Income Tax Return Verification Form (ITR-V) and the ITR-Acknowledgement form for Assessment Year 2025-26, effective retroactively from April 1, 2025. These changes, announced under Notification No. 45/2025, are part of the Income-tax (Seventeenth Amendment) Rules, 2025, and are designed to streamline e-filing and verification, enhance security, and promote paperless tax administration. Key features include detailed verification options, improved security, comprehensive return summaries, and a strong emphasis on electronic verification, ensuring a faster, more convenient, and compliant tax filing process for millions of taxpayers.

This blog provides a comprehensive guide on how to download and utilize the latest free Return Preparation Utility (RPU) and File Validation Utility (FVU) offered by Protean eGov Technologies Limited (formerly NSDL e-Gov) for preparing and validating TDS/TCS returns in India. It covers the benefits of using these official tools, the download process, and step-by-step instructions for using both the RPU and FVU to ensure accurate and compliant return filing.

The CBDT has notified the ITR forms (1-7) for AY 2025-26, incorporating changes from the Finance Act, 2024. This blog provides a comprehensive overview of the key modifications in each form, focusing on changes in capital gains reporting, eligibility criteria, deduction disclosures, and other compliance requirements to help taxpayers prepare for the upcoming filing season.

This blog post provides an in-depth guide on navigating GST refunds for recipients of deemed exports, drawing insights from recent GSTN advisories. It covers the definition of deemed exports, the importance of GSTN guidance, the step-by-step refund filing process, essential documentation, common challenges, and how to stay updated.