Income Tax Articles

NRI Gift from Brother-in-law Held Exempt under Section 56 - ITAT Kolkata Allows Assessee's Appeal

CA Jaydeep Babubhai Vadher 13 December 2025 at 06:52

The Kolkata ITAT has ruled that a gift of Rs 80 lakh received from a brother-in-law qualifies as exempt under section 56(2)(vii) of the Income tax Act. The Tribunal held that gifts from specified relatives cannot be taxed merely due to doubts over the donor's source of funds, reaffirming that such enquiries must be made in the donor's hands, not the recipient's.

Maximize Your Property Profits: A Guide to Section 54EC Bonds

CA.Sangam Aggarwal 12 December 2025 at 06:48

Learn how Section 54EC Bonds (now Section 85 under the Income Tax Act, 2025) help you legally save tax on long-term capital gains from land or buildings.

How to Claim Google Ads TDS Refund in India (2025 Guide)

Deelip Kushwaha 10 December 2025 at 06:45

Learn how to claim your Google Ads TDS refund in India with this updated 2025 guide. Understand TDS rules, documents, deadlines, and step-by-step refund process.

Partners, Firms, Companies and Assessees Subject to Tax Audit - Don't Miss Out This Deadline!

Poojitha Raam Vinay 09 December 2025 at 16:19

Get the latest Tax Audit & ITR deadlines for FY 2024-25. Know revised dates, penalties, interest, loss carry-forward rules, and consequences of late filing under Section 44AB.

Income Tax Deadlines: Don't Miss These Four Important Dates!

Mitali 09 December 2025 at 12:42

The four important December 2025 tax due dates every taxpayer should remember. Missing these deadlines may result in penalties.

ITR-3 Mismatch: New Tax Regime Opted but Old Regime Applied by CPC - Legal Position and Solutions

Kowsalya 08 December 2025 at 06:39

Many taxpayers filing ITR-3 for FY 2023-24 have reported that their returns filed under the New Tax Regime were processed under the Old Regime, leading to higher tax demands. This article explains why this happens, the rules under Section 115BAC, common filing mistakes and the corrective steps available, including rectification, revised returns, or grievance redressal.

Salary Rs 12.45 Lakh but with Dividend, Interest, MF its Over 12.75 Lakh: Do I Need to Pay Tax?

Chaitra Seetharam 06 December 2025 at 10:56

Understand how the enhanced "no tax up to Rs 12 lakh" rebate works under the New Tax Regime for FY 2025-26, why it applies only to income taxed at normal slab rates, and how dividends, interest, and mutual fund gains can push you beyond the Rs 12–12.75 lakh limit.

TDS Return Filing Guide for Small Businesses

Kapil kumar 04 December 2025 at 07:00

TDS return filing is a mandatory compliance for individuals and businesses that deduct tax at source. Learn the importance of TDS returns, prerequisites, eligibility, types of forms, step-by-step filing process, due dates, and penalties for late or incorrect filing - all explained clearly to help you stay compliant and avoid hefty fines.

100% Refund का जमाना गया: CBDT ने ITR Processing रोक दी है?

Mitali 03 December 2025 at 17:39

The Income Tax Department has introduced stricter AI-based scrutiny for FY 2024-25, delaying or stopping ITR processing where high refunds or mismatches are detected.

How A Freelancer Can Apply for Section 197 for Lower TDS?

Mitali 03 December 2025 at 14:22

Learn how Section 197 allows taxpayers, including freelancers, residents and non-residents, to apply for a nil or lower TDS certificate by filing Form 13 online on TRACES.