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The ITAT Mumbai has ruled that accommodation entry operators can only be taxed on a 1% commission of their turnover, not the entire turnover amount. This decision clarifies the tax implications for such entities.
The RBI mandates the filing of FLA Returns to ensure disclosure of foreign liabilities and assets as of 31 March. This requirement applies without fresh transactions.
The Calcutta High Court has ordered manual filing of appeals due to a technical glitch in the GST portal, ensuring compliance deadlines are met despite the issues.
For the purposes of UDIN ceiling, head office and branch tax audits for the same taxpayer in a given assessment year count as a single assignment. This clarification aids operational efficiency in tax reporting.
The relevant date for the 60 tax audit limit is determined by the system's audit trigger, not by when the UDIN is generated. This distinction impacts compliance tracking for tax auditors.
The article outlines a comprehensive checklist for domestic companies in India to ensure compliance when filing ITR for the assessment year 2026-27, helping corporates streamline their obligations.
The article provides essential guidance for trusts on ITR filing, outlining the relevant forms and compliance mandates for the assessment year 2026-27.
Domestic companies must analyze various corporate tax rates to determine the most beneficial option based on turnover and compliance to avoid increased future costs.
CFOs are encouraged to approach the corporate tax filing for Assessment Year 2026-27 as a strategic process, rather than an administrative task, to ensure compliance and optimize deductions.
The ITAT Nagpur ruled that the rejection of 12A registration due to selecting the wrong clause in Form 10AB was invalid. This decision allows for rectification of procedural errors without compromising taxpayer rights.
The Bangalore ITAT ruled that interest income from mandatory reserve fund deposits and cooperative bank accounts qualifies for deduction under Section 80P. This decision clarifies that temporarily parking surplus funds is not considered a separate investment activity.
The Finance Ministry has reduced the customs tariff value for silver imports from USD 2810 to USD 2455 per kilogram, effective May 20, 2026. This adjustment impacts the import duties applicable to silver.
The ITAT ruled that rectification under Section 154 of the Income Tax Act cannot be applied where factual examination is required for determining taxability of cash deposits. This decision emphasizes the importance of evidence in tax assessments.