Significant updates in TCS regulations: From April 1, 2025, Section 206C(1H) will be repealed. A comprehensive guide outlining the effects on sellers and buyers, necessary compliance actions, and required system modifications for businesses.

The Supreme Court is reviewing the legality of CGST Act Section 168A, which allows deadline extensions for tax compliance. This blog delves into the implications for taxpayers, the legal challenges, and potential outcomes of this significant case.

New tax laws that impact NRIs have been adopted by the Indian government. An NRI may be considered a "Resident" for tax reasons if they make more than Rs. 15 lakh in India and do not pay taxes outside. The purpose of this modification is to guarantee equitable contributions and stop tax evasion. The blog examines its ramifications, tax obligations, and methods for preventing needless taxes.

Stricter guidelines have been implemented by the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) for foreign nationals submitting Form 49C in India. Enhancing openness and guaranteeing adherence to tax regulations are the goals of these modifications. Important changes include more stringent penalties for non-compliance, obligatory digital filing, and expanded disclosure requirements. In order to prevent fines and operating delays, non-resident businesses are now required to keep proper records and follow more stringent filing deadlines.

The CGST Act, 2017's Section 128A, which gives taxpayers the ability to contest interest and penalty charges under the GST, is explained in this blog article. It goes over the section's main points, pertinent CBIC notices, and the appeals procedure.

Budget 2025 is expected to include major improvements, including streamlining TDS on property transactions and modifying the 182-day criterion for defining residence. This blog digs into the existing issues that NRIs experience, suggested remedies, and the projected advantages of these reforms, which seek to make tax compliance easier and more transparent.

can be difficult to manage income tax as an NRI, and even small mistakes could result in tax notifications. The top 5 tax notifications that non-resident Indians (NRIs) frequently receive are highlighted in this blog. These notices include non-filing of returns, income mismatches, unreported income, suspected tax evasion, and faulty returns. It offers helpful advice on how to prevent these letters, including timely filing, correct income declaration, making use of DTAA advantages, and speaking with tax experts. NRIs may guarantee hassle-free tax compliance and steer clear of fines by being proactive and knowledgeable.

By issuing Notification No. 127/2024, the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has amended Section 10(23FE) of the Income-tax Act. The updated rules simplify compliance and increase the range of assets available to pension funds (PFs) and sovereign wealth funds (SWFs). In line with India's economic objectives, these adjustments are meant to draw in long-term investments in the social development and infrastructure sectors.

Without altering tax rates, the ongoing review of the Income Tax Act of 1961 seeks to enhance compliance and streamline tax regulations. This project aims to improve digital integration, eliminate out-of-date provisions, and make the Act easier to use. It is anticipated to be finished by mid-December 2024, and taxpayers can anticipate more transparency and lower compliance expenses.

This blog explores Sections 54 and 54F of the Indian Income Tax Act and explains how they exempt individuals and HUFs from paying taxes on capital gains when they reinvest them in residential real estate. To ensure clarity for taxpayers, the essay also discusses frequent disagreements, court rulings, and helpful advice for claiming exemptions.

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).

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.