Income Tax News


SC Protects Chartered Accountants: Issuing Form 15CB Isn't Money Laundering

   13 November 2025 at 06:48

The Supreme Court ruled that a Chartered Accountant cannot be held criminally liable under PMLA for issuing Form 15CB, as the role is limited to confirming tax compliance, not verifying transactions.

Posted in Income Tax |   3225 Views


Direct Tax Collections Grows 7% YoY; Refunds Down 18% in FY 2025-26

   13 November 2025 at 06:48

As refunds moderate to Rs 2.42 lakh crore, India's direct tax receipts surged 7% year-on-year to Rs 12.92 lakh crore by November 10, 2025, showing improved collection efficiency.

Posted in Income Tax |   954 Views


CBDT Implements Revised Protocol for India-Belgium Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement

   13 November 2025 at 06:48

India notifies the amended DTAA Protocol with Belgium, enhancing tax transparency and mutual assistance from June 26, 2025.

Posted in Income Tax |   141 Views


CBDT Uncovers Rs 9169 Crore Political Donation Laundering Racket Involving CAs and RUPPs

   12 November 2025 at 06:36

The CBDT has uncovered a Rs 9,169 crore political donation laundering racket involving Registered Unrecognised Political Parties (RUPPs), CAs and intermediaries who used fake receipts and cash refunds to evade taxes across two assessment years.

Posted in Income Tax |   3789 Views


CBDT Simplifies Process to Correct TDS, Interest and Refund Errors

   11 November 2025 at 06:41

Taxpayers will now get faster refunds as CBDT authorizes CPC Bengaluru to correct TDS, TCS, and interest errors instantly under Section 154. The move eliminates long delays and improves tax transparency.

Posted in Income Tax |   3786 Views


GST Rate Cuts and Income Tax Relief to Drive India's FY26 Growth Beyond 6.8%, Says CEA

   11 November 2025 at 06:41

India’s FY26 growth likely above 6.8%, says CEA; GST cuts, tax relief, and trade deal hopes lift economic outlook.

Posted in Income Tax |   1209 Views


India Sets Benchmark in Fair Digital Taxation Frameworks: CBDT Joint Commissioner

   11 November 2025 at 06:41

India's tax reforms from SEP to VDA taxation show global leadership in fair, transparent, and equitable digital economy taxation, says CBDT official.

Posted in Income Tax |   1596 Views


CBDT Official Highlights India's Commitment to Multilateral Tax Certainty and Simplified Compliance

   08 November 2025 at 09:28

Principal Commissioner Raman Chopra said India’s next phase of tax reforms will focus on achieving multilateral certainties, simplifying compliance, and deepening taxpayer trust through data-driven and non-intrusive administration.

Posted in Income Tax |   1203 Views


CBDT Grants Income Tax Exemptions to Haryana Construction Workers Welfare Board and Ayodhya Development Authority

   08 November 2025 at 09:19

CBDT has notified tax exemptions for the Haryana Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board and Ayodhya Vikas Pradhikaran under Section 10 of the Income-tax Act, recognizing their welfare and development roles.

Posted in Income Tax |   105 Views


CBDT Notifies 1% and 3% Arm's Length Price Tolerance for AY 2025-26

   08 November 2025 at 06:31

As per CBDT Notification S.O. 5053(E), a 1% variation is allowed for wholesale trading and 3% for all other cases under Section 92C of the Income Tax Act, ensuring consistency in transfer pricing compliance.

Posted in Income Tax |   1686 Views