Section 82 of Income Tax Act: Rules for Sale of Residential Property

Selling a residential house can result in long-term capital gains. However, eligible taxpayers can claim relief from capital gains tax when they reinvest the gains in another residential house in…

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Understanding Section 144 of the Income Tax Act, 1961 – Best Judgement Assessment

Understanding Section 144 of the Income Tax Act, 1961 – Best Judgement Assessment Navigating the Indian tax system can be complex, and few provisions cause as much confusion as Section…

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Income Tax Act, 1961 – Section 131(1A): Responding to Income Tax Summons

Income Tax Act, 1961 – Section 131(1A): Responding to Income Tax Summons Section 131(1A) of the Income Tax Act is a significant investigative provision that empowers tax authorities to call…

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Merchant Navy Workers Taxation in India

Merchant Navy Workers Taxation in India Similar to other Indian citizens, seafarers or merchant navy professionals are governed by Indian income tax laws. However, their tax liability primarily depends on…

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Easy Guide to e-Notices and Their 6 Types Under Income Tax

Easy Guide to e-Notices and Their 6 Types Under Income Tax With the advancement of technology, most communications from the Income Tax (IT) Department are now sent to the taxpayer’s…

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Schedule FA – Disclosure of Foreign Assets in ITR

Schedule FA – Disclosure of Foreign Assets in ITR In a recent communication, the Income Tax Department has advised taxpayers to declare details of foreign assets and income earned abroad…

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