CBDT Notifies Income Tax Exemptions for Various Public Authorities u/s 10(46) of the IT Act



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The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has announced income tax exemptions for several public authorities under Section 10(46) of the Income-tax Act. This includes organisations like the West Bengal State Electricity Transmission Company Limited's Unscheduled Interchange Fund, the Gujarat Water Supply and Sewerage Board, and Haryana's District Legal Service Authorities. These exemptions cover various income sources and apply both retrospectively and prospectively, provided the organisations maintain their non-commercial operations and file tax returns.

The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has issued a series of notifications providing income tax exemptions for public authorities across several sectors under Section 10(46) of the Income-tax Act, 1961. These exemptions apply to various organizations, including the West Bengal State Electricity T
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FAQ :

The CBDT has issued notifications to provide income tax exemptions to various public authorities under Section 10(46) of the Income-tax Act, 1961.

Exemptions have been granted to entities such as the West Bengal State Electricity Transmission Company Limited's Unscheduled Interchange Fund, Gujarat Water Supply and Sewerage Board, and District Legal Service Authorities in Haryana.

The exemptions cover various income streams, including residual income from interchange pool balances, interest on fixed deposits, government grants, water tariffs, fees received under court orders, and interest income.

Yes, the notifications apply retrospectively to previous financial years and prospectively for future assessments.

Yes, the organisations must maintain the non-commercial nature of their operations and file income tax returns as per Section 139 of the Income-tax Act.




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