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The ITAT ruled that merely not appearing of directors cannot negate the documentary evidence supporting transactions in unexplained income cases.
The ITAT has partially allowed an appeal clarifying that agricultural land retains its classification even when sold to a non-agriculturist.
The ITAT has deleted a tax addition due to a clerical error in the audit report, asserting that such minor errors do not warrant income tax assessments.
The ITAT has ruled that additions made under Section 56 without determining transfer details are unsustainable, highlighting issues of misclassification.
The ITAT has ruled that for deductions of foreign travel and hotel expenses against capital gains under Section 48, there must be direct evidence linking the expenses to the transfer of property.
The ITAT has ruled that clerical errors in tax audit reports do not constitute taxable income, reaffirming that such mistakes cannot justify tax additions or disallowances.
The ITAT has ruled that a delay in filing an appeal by an NRI will be condoned if the individual pursued remedy before the incorrect forum under a bona fide belief.
The RBI has issued new directions to enhance the capital adequacy norms for commercial banks to bolster financial stability and resilience.
The RBI has introduced amendments to enhance the financial reporting standards for commercial banks through updated presentation and disclosure requirements.
The RBI has issued the Third Amendment Directions for Local Area Banks, updating requirements for financial statements and disclosures to enhance transparency.
The Reserve Bank has communicated the implementation of Section 51A of the UAPA, updating the UNSC’s sanctions list, impacting a range of financial institutions.
The RBI published the latest data on international trade in services for March 2026, indicating trends in exports and imports that are crucial for economic analysis.
The RBI has reported on lending and deposit rates of scheduled commercial banks for April 2026, noting a slight decline in average rates. This trend provides insights for financial institutions and their clients.