# taxupdate
12 posts in `taxupdate` tag

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.

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.

CBDT Revises Tax Audit Deadline to 31st October 2025
CBDT has extended the deadline for filing Tax Audit Reports for AY 2025–26 to 31st October 2025. This move provides relief to professionals and businesses facing compliance pressure. Stakeholders are advised to file promptly and stay informed via official channels.

Major IMS Enhancements on GST Portal: What Businesses Need to Know
Starting October 2025, the GSTN has rolled out major updates to the Invoice Management System (IMS) that simplify compliance, improve transparency, and give taxpayers more control over invoice handling. This blog breaks down the key changes and what they mean for businesses.

Due Date for Filing ITRs AY 2025-26 Extended Again
The Income Tax Department has granted a crucial one-day extension for filing Income Tax Returns for Assessment Year 2025-26, pushing the final deadline to September 16, 2025. This extension aims to assist taxpayers who encountered issues with the e-filing portal. This is a final opportunity to avoid penalties, so file your ITR promptly with myITRonline.

Our Success Enablers: Key Highlights of ITR Filing for AY 2025-26
This blog post provides a detailed overview of the key highlights from the Income Tax Return (ITR) filing season for Assessment Year (AY) 2025-26, as of September 8, 2025. It showcases significant statistics including over 13.36 crore registered users, more than 5 crore returns filed, nearly 4.72 crore verified returns, and over 3.39 crore processed returns. The post emphasizes the growing trust in the e-filing platform, faster processing times, and the success of India's digital transformation in tax administration, positioning the Income Tax Department as "Success Enablers."

CBDT’s Big Move: Corrective Amendment to the Income-tax Act, 2025
The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has issued a significant corrigendum to the recently enacted Income-tax Act, 2025. This blog post delves into the necessity and impact of these corrections, highlighting various typographical, grammatical, and structural fixes. It explains why such legislative "housekeeping" is crucial for legal accuracy and preventing disputes, while also providing context on the broader reforms introduced by the Income-tax Act, 2025, including a simplified structure, unified tax year, and digital-first assessments. The key takeaway emphasizes that while the corrigendum doesn't alter tax policy substance, it ensures the Act is legally sound and ready for smooth implementation, supporting India's goal of a simpler, more transparent tax framework.

New Income Tax Act 2025: Key Updates from the CBDT
The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has announced a significant overhaul of the Income Tax Act, effective from assessment year 2025-26. This blog details the crucial changes, including simplified individual tax slabs, revised capital gains taxation, a stronger focus on digital transactions, corporate tax reforms, revamped deductions and exemptions, enhanced anti-evasion measures, and the introduction of a Taxpayer Charter. Understanding these updates is vital for both individuals and corporations to ensure compliance and optimize financial planning under the new regime.
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CBDT Instruction No. 01/2025 – Black Money Act Update for Minor Foreign Assets
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.

CBDT Simplifies Tax Rules for IFSC Funds: A Major Win for Investors
This blog post breaks down the recent significant amendment made by the CBDT to Rule 21AIA of the Income Tax Rules. It details the removal of sub-rule (4), which previously imposed additional compliance burdens on "specified funds" like retail schemes and ETFs in the IFSC. The post explains how this change aligns tax laws with IFSCA regulations, effectively eliminating dual regulation. The primary impact is simplified compliance, reduced regulatory overlap, and a more attractive investment environment in India's IFSC, ultimately fostering growth in financial hubs like GIFT City.
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Income Tax Depreciation Rates for FY 2025-26 (AY 2026-27): The Complete Guide
A comprehensive guide for businesses on the depreciation rates and rules applicable for the Financial Year 2025-26 under the Indian Income Tax Act. The blog details the core principles, including the 'Block of Assets' concept and the WDV method. It provides a clear breakdown of depreciation rates for various asset classes like buildings, machinery, and intangible assets. Furthermore, it covers crucial special provisions such as additional depreciation for manufacturing units, rules for the sale of assets, and recent updates like the non-depreciable status of goodwill, empowering businesses with the knowledge for effective tax planning and compliance.
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Good News for Taxpayers: Delayed Income Tax Refunds Are Finally Being Released
The long wait for delayed income tax refunds is finally coming to an end! The Income Tax Department has taken steps to clear pending refunds by resolving portal glitches, verifying returns faster, and processing lakhs of refunds worth crores of ₹ daily. Learn why refunds were delayed, what’s being done now, and follow a simple checklist to make sure your refund reaches your bank account without further delay.