The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has announced an extension for the filing of Income Tax Returns (ITRs) for Assessment Year (AY) 2025-26. Originally due by July 31, 2025, the deadline has now been extended to September 15, 2025. This decision comes in light of structural and content revisions in the notified ITRs, necessitating additional time for system development and integration, and considering the time required for system readiness. The extension aims to provide taxpayers with a smooth and convenient filing experience, ensuring compliance and accurate reporting

The Income Tax Department has announced a monumental extension for ITR-U (Updated Income Tax Return) filing, allowing taxpayers to rectify errors or omissions for up to four previous years instead of the prior two. This blog delves into what ITR-U is, the new extended deadlines, who is eligible to file, situations where it cannot be filed, the associated additional tax liability, and the myriad benefits this flexibility offers for enhanced tax compliance and reduced legal complications.

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 post details the new email-based grievance redressal mechanism introduced by CBIC via Instruction No. 04/2025-GST (May 2, 2025). It addresses challenges like delays and improper queries during GST registration under Central Jurisdiction. Learn how to file grievances using dedicated Zonal email IDs, the required information (ARN, Jurisdiction, Issue details), handling of state cases, and the accountability via monthly reporting to DGGST.

The blog post announces the early notification of ITR-1 (Sahaj) and ITR-4 (Sugam) forms by the CBDT for the Assessment Year 2025-26 (corresponding to Financial Year 2024-25). It details the eligibility criteria for using these forms, explains the significance of the early notification for taxpayers (more preparation time, potentially earlier filing utility release), clarifies the difference between form notification and utility release, reminds readers about the AY/FY distinction, and advises taxpayers to start gathering necessary documents while waiting for the official filing utilities to be launched on the Income Tax portal.

The Indian government has updated the Finance Bill 2025, substituting "total income" with "total undisclosed income" in important sections of the Income Tax Act. This amendment lowers the liabilities for taxpayers, encourages compliance, and simplifies assessments in instances of search and requisition.

This blog offers a comprehensive explanation of Section 142(1) of the Income Tax Act, 1961, detailing the reasons for the issuance of notices, the appropriate ways to respond, and the repercussions of failing to comply. Discover how to effectively handle tax notices and maintain adherence to tax regulations.

The new Section 194T TDS rules, which take effect on April 1, 2025, will have an impact on both taxpayers and companies. This blog discusses the applicability, compliance requirements, and measures to guarantee compliance with the new TDS laws.

This blog discusses the fundamental distinctions between TDS (Tax Deducted at Source) and Advance Tax, as well as their application, payment schedules, and penalties for late payments. It also offers specific advice for taxpayers to stay compliant and avoid fines. Whether you're a salaried employee, freelancer, business owner, or investor, this guide will help you understand which taxes apply to you and how to handle your tax payments efficiently.

This blog explores the Indian income tax system's marginal relief idea and explains how it helps taxpayers with earnings over 12 lakh. The blog illustrates how marginal relief lowers the tax due, guaranteeing equity and avoiding excessive tax increases, using the example of a 12,10,000 income. In order to demonstrate how this clause upholds a just and equitable tax system, the blog also provides instances of other income categories that are impacted by marginal relief.

This blog explains the tax benefits under the Finance (No.2) Act, 2024, for income levels up to ₹24 lakhs. Learn how the new tax slabs and rebates reduce tax liability and increase disposable income.

This blog explains how to respond to an Income Tax notice under Section 142(1) regarding household withdrawals. Learn about the required documents, expense reporting, and steps to ensure compliance with the Income Tax Department.