The CBDT has issued Instruction No. 01/2025 on 18 August 2025, aligning its policy with the Finance (No. 2) Act, 2024. This update ensures that prosecution under Sections 49 and 50 of the Black Money Act will not be initiated for undisclosed non-immovable foreign assets valued up to ₹20 lakh. The move offers relief to genuine taxpayers, prevents harsh action for minor errors, and focuses enforcement on serious non-compliance cases.

This blog post addresses a common but serious error made by professionals and freelancers who incorrectly file their income tax returns under Section 44AD (for businesses) instead of the appropriate Section 44ADA (for professionals). It explains the fundamental differences between the two sections, how the Income Tax Department's AI systems detect this discrepancy through TDS mismatches and unusually low-profit declarations, and the severe consequences that follow, including mandatory audits and multiple financial penalties. The article concludes by offering a clear, step-by-step guide on what to do if you receive a notice for this mistake, emphasizing the importance of consulting a professional and taking prompt corrective action.

This blog post details India's landmark decision to replace the sixty-year-old Income-tax Act, 1961, with the new, simplified Income-tax Act, 2025, which will be effective from April 1, 2026. It breaks down the key changes in simple terms, explaining the reduction in legal complexity, the introduction of a unified "Tax Year," clearer definitions for digital assets, and the move towards faceless, technology-driven tax processes. The post highlights how these changes aim to create a more transparent, efficient, and taxpayer-friendly direct tax system for individuals and businesses across the country.

This blog provides a detailed overview of four significant amendments to the Income Tax Act effective from Financial Year 2025-26. It covers the establishment of the new tax regime as the default option for taxpayers, the mandatory timely payments to MSMEs under the new Section 43B(h), the extension of tax benefits for startups, and the revised rules and thresholds for Tax Collected at Source (TCS) on foreign remittances and luxury goods.

This guide explains the updated Guidance Note on Tax Audit under Section 44AB of the Income-tax Act, 1961, for the Assessment Year 2025-26 (Financial Year 2024-25). It clarifies who needs a tax audit, points out key changes in Form 3CD, including new clauses for digital transactions, MSME reporting, and buybacks. It also outlines the audit process, lists important due dates, and details the penalties for non-compliance. The guide offers best practices for taxpayers to help ensure smooth audits and strong tax compliance in India.

For small businesses and professionals in India, understanding Sections 44AA, 44AB, 44AD, and 44ADA of the Income Tax Act, 1961, is essential for smooth tax compliance. This guide explains how these sections apply for the Financial Year 2024-25 (Assessment Year 2025-26). It covers necessary bookkeeping, tax audit rules, and the simplified presumptive taxation schemes that can greatly lessen the compliance burden for qualified taxpayers.

India's digital asset taxation is maturing. For FY 2025-26, the core 30% tax and 1% TDS on VDAs remain, but expect a wider definition of VDAs and mandatory reporting by exchanges. This blog details current rules and what enhanced compliance means for crypto and other new-age investors.

The FY 2025-26 brings crucial changes for partnership firms & LLPs regarding partner remuneration. This blog decodes the new, increased deduction limits under Section 40(b) and the mandatory TDS introduction via Section 194T on payments to partners. It covers who's a working partner, the role of the partnership deed, and essential compliance steps for firms.

This blog post provides a comprehensive yet easy-to-understand guide to Sections 269SS, 269T, and 269ST of the Indian Income Tax Act. It explains the rules regarding accepting and repaying cash loans/deposits (above ₹20,000) and receiving cash amounts (above ₹2 lakh) for various transactions. The post emphasizes the severe penalties (100% of the amount) for non-compliance, clarifies exemptions, and details how these transactions are reported in Form 3CD during a tax audit. It concludes with practical takeaways for taxpayers to ensure compliance and avoid issues.

This blog post explains the upcoming changes in India's income tax law regarding TDS (Tax Deducted at Source) refunds. It highlights how the new provisions, part of the Income Tax Bill 2025, aim to make it easier for taxpayers, especially small ones, to claim their excess TDS even if they miss the original ITR filing deadline. The post outlines the benefits, such as no penalties for late filing (just for refunds) and potentially simpler forms, and informs readers about the expected effective date of April 1, 2026.

India is embarking on a major tax reform, replacing its outdated Income Tax Act, 1961, with the New Income Tax Bill 2025. A parliamentary committee has proposed 285 changes to this draft legislation, aiming to simplify language, modernize provisions (including for digital assets), reduce litigation, and enhance taxpayer experience. This blog post breaks down the reasons behind this overhaul, the committee's role in suggesting extensive "corrective" changes, and the key implications for taxpayers as India moves towards a new tax regime from April 1, 2026.

This blog post provides a comprehensive overview of the significant income tax changes coming into effect in India from July 1, 2025. It details the more attractive new tax regime with revised slabs and increased deductions, the extended ITR filing deadline, the mandate for Aadhaar in PAN applications, and the real-time PAN-bank linking system. Furthermore, it touches upon the updated ITR forms and the broader proposals of the Income Tax Bill 2025, offering taxpayers crucial insights for compliance and effective tax planning.