This discussion concerns the validity of Section 148 notices issued after April 1st, 2021. Specifically, it questions whether a notice received on April 16th, 2021, for escaped income below 50 Lakhs and without a prior Section 148A(b) notice, remains valid. The notices in question are for assessment years 2015-16 and 2013-14, with proceedings still open on the income tax portal. While disputable, the initial assessment suggests the notice may not be valid.
26 December 2022
Mr. A received notice u/s 148 as on dated 16.04.2021 . The income chargeable to tax that has escaped assessment amount is below 50 Lakhs. No new notice u/s 148A(b) issued by the department. Whether the Notice u/s 148 is still valid or not ??
27 December 2022
Notices received for the assessment year 2015-16 and assessment year 2013-14. Also the proceedings tab is open on the income tax portal