The ITAT Bangalore, has once again addressed a recurring procedural issue with significant substantive consequences; whether a delay in verification of the ITR can justify denial of deduction under Section 80P.
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Ramesh, a small trader, had to shut down his business after continuous losses. He was not highly educated, wasn’t comfortable with digital systems, and relied entirely on his accountant to manage his tax matters.
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India’s mutual fund ecosystem is entering a new regulatory phase. The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has introduced a set of reforms aimed at simplifying fund categories, improving transparency, and aligning investment...
Residential status is one of the most critical factors in determining an individual’s tax exposure in India. For decades, Section 6 of the Income-tax Act, 1961 laid down clear and well-understood rules to decide...
In an increasingly volatile global economic environment, Budget 2026 reflects India’s conscious shift towards certainty, predictability, and long-term institutional strength in taxation. Rather than focusing on headline rate changes, the Budget makes targeted reforms...
Minimum Alternate Tax (MAT) has long been a cornerstone of India’s corporate tax framework, designed to ensure that companies reporting substantial book profits do not entirely avoid tax liability through exemptions and incentives. Over...
Union Budget 2026 introduces targeted reforms aimed at easing compliance, reducing litigation, and rationalizing personal taxation. While tax rates remain unchanged, several structural and procedural changes will significantly impact individual taxpayers, investors, and high-net-worth...
The Finance Bill, 2026 introduces a series of targeted yet impactful amendments to the GST and indirect tax framework, with a clear policy focus on compliance simplification, liquidity support, and ease of doing business.
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