Income Tax Act, 2025 Enacted: New Tax Law to Come into Force from 1st April 2026



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The Government of India has enacted the Income Tax Act, 2025, a significant overhaul of the nation's direct tax system. This new law, which comes into effect on April 1, 2026, aims to simplify and modernise tax provisions, offering clearer definitions, standardised tax years, and expanded coverage for digital assets. It clarifies the scope of total income for residents and non-residents and revises rules for determining residential status.

The Government of India has officially introduced the Income tax Act, 2025, a landmark legislation aimed at consolidating and modernizing India's direct tax framework. The Act, passed by Parliament in the Seventy-sixth Year of the Republic of India, willcome into effect from April 1, 2026. A Majo
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FAQ :

The Income Tax Act, 2025 will come into effect from April 1, 2026.

The Act aims to consolidate and modernise India's direct tax framework, providing clarity, transparency, and improved compliance mechanisms.

Yes, the Income Tax Act, 2025 explicitly includes virtual digital assets (VDAs) such as cryptocurrencies and NFTs within the definition of income.

The 'tax year' is defined as a 12-month period starting from April 1, 2026, aligning tax computation with the financial year.

Residents will be taxed on their global income (in India and abroad), while non-residents will only be taxed on income received or accrued in India.

Businesses, professionals, and taxpayers should prepare for the transition before April 2026 by reviewing their tax positions, updating systems, and ensuring compliance with the revised provisions.




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