The Securities Transaction Tax (STT) collections have witnessed an unprecedented rise, soaring by over 75% to ₹44,538 crore as of January 12, 2025, compared to ₹25,415 crore during the same period in 2024.
As of December 31, 2024, approximately 90,000 salaried individuals from both public sector undertakings (PSUs) and the private sector have voluntarily withdrawn incorrect tax deductions totalling Rs 1,070 crore.
In a significant update aimed at streamlining the Income Tax Return (ITR) filing process, the Income Tax Department has released an updated version of the Excel-based Utility and JSON Schema for ITR forms 1 to 7. ITR 1For individuals being a resident
In a significant ruling dated November 26, 2024, the Adjudicating Authority under the PBPT Act, 1988, upheld the Income Tax Department's power to attach assets under the anti-benami law, even if the actual owner of such properties remains unidentified.
The Income Tax Department has intensified its crackdown on tax evasion within the education sector, conducting nationwide surveys targeting schools suspected of financial irregularities.
In a significant move, the Central Government has granted approval to the Central Power Research Institute (CPRI), Bengaluru, under the category of "Research Association" for "Scientific Research" as per Section 35(1)(ii) of the Income Tax Act, 1961.
According to the latest data, net direct tax collections, after refunds, have increased by 15.88%, reaching ₹16,89,928 crore.
Union Government releases tax devolution of ₹1,73,030 crore to State Governments to accelerate capital spending and finance their development and welfare-related expenditures
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has launched an investigation into allegations of corruption involving an income tax inspector from the International Taxation Circle, Mumbai, and an employee of a private shipping company.
The much-anticipated overhaul of the Income-Tax Act, 1961, is likely to be presented during the Budget session of Parliament on February 1, 2025.