Income Tax
ITAT Ahmedabad Rules on Section 87A Rebate Against STCG under Section 111A (A.Y. 2024–25)
Introduction
One of the most debated income-tax issues in the current year has been the scope of rebate under Section 87A, particularly in situations where the assessee’s income comprises short-term capital gains (STCG) on listed...
Income Tax
New Thresholds for Perquisites & Medical Benefits – G.S.R. 555(E)
The Ministry of Finance recently introduced the Income-tax (Twenty Second Amendment) Rules, 2025 through Notification G.S.R. 555(E), redefining key thresholds related to perquisites and employer-provided medical benefits. For professionals and salaried employees, this update...
GST
Cabinet Approves Blanket Ban on Online Money Games
In a landmark move, the Union Cabinet has approved legislation imposing a blanket ban on online money games. This decision has sent shockwaves across a ₹27,438 crore industry, impacting startups, unicorns, and listed companies,...
Income Tax
Prem Prakash Gupta v. ITO – ITAT Jaipur Ruling on Turnover Definition for Stamp Vendors
Introduction
The concept of turnover under the Income-tax Act often appears straightforward, until it is applied to agency-based businesses. For licensed stamp vendors, where sales are made on behalf of the government, the question becomes...
Income Tax
AI Hallucination in Court: ITAT Recalls Order Over Fake ChatGPT-Generated Case Laws in Buckeye Trust Tax Dispute
A recent tax tribunal order, hastily withdrawn after citing non-existent court judgments, has sparked concerns over the possible use of generative AI—a groundbreaking technology reshaping the world but notorious for sometimes fabricating information.
In December,...
Company Law and IBC
Incorporating a Wholly Owned Company in India
India is a lucrative destination for foreign investors looking to expand their business presence. One of the most popular ways for foreign entities to establish a business in India is by setting up a...
Company Law and IBC
Section 139 of the Companies Act, 2013
When it comes to running a company, transparency and accountability are key. One of the pillars supporting these values is the role of auditors. In India, Section 139 of the Companies Act, 2013 lays...
Company Law and IBC
Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA) for Foreign Transactions
In a globalized world, businesses, individuals, and governments engage in cross-border transactions. So, we must regulate foreign exchange to ensure stability and legality. The Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA), enacted in India in 1999,...
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