CBDT Chairman Confirms Income Tax Act Review to Meet Six-Month Deadline



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The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) Chairman, Ravi Agrawal, has confirmed that the review of the Income Tax Act, 1961, is progressing as planned and will be completed within the six-month timeframe set by the Finance Minister. This comprehensive review aims to simplify direct tax laws, reduce taxpayer litigation, and provide greater certainty. The initiative is part of the government's broader commitment to tax reform and making the system more transparent and taxpayer-friendly. Significant progress has also been noted in faceless assessments and the adoption of the new ITR filing regime.

CBDT Chairman, Ravi Agrawal, has confirmed that the ongoing review of the Income Tax Act of 1961 will be completed within the six-month timeframe announced by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. The review, which aims to simplify the countrys direct tax laws, was highlighted in the Finance Mi
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The main goals of the review are to simplify the country's direct tax laws, reduce litigation, and provide greater tax certainty for taxpayers.

CBDT Chairman Ravi Agrawal confirmed that the review is on schedule.

The review is expected to be completed within a six-month timeframe.

The article also highlighted the increasing adoption of the new Income Tax Return (ITR) filing regime and significant progress in the faceless assessment initiative.

72% of taxpayers are opting for the new Income Tax Return (ITR) filing regime.




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