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Income tax dept identifies up to 20,000 cases of individuals who used the ‘swapped provisions’ trick to reduce net tax liability; Know what to do now to fix this

The Income Tax Department has flagged 15,000-20,000 cases of individuals using a 'swapped provisions' trick to unfairly reduce their tax liability. This involves manipulating claims like House Rent Allowance (HRA) for undue benefits. Taxpayers who engaged in this practice are advised to voluntarily pay the correct tax and interest, or…

The Economic Times

Do taxpayers need to file two ITRs for FY 25-26 income? I-T Department explains

AY 26-27 and TY 26-27: Confusion surrounding the new Income Tax Act, 2025, and its transition from Assessment Year (AY) to Tax Year (TY) is clarified by the Income Tax Department. Taxpayers will not need to file two returns for income earned between April 1, 2025, and March 31, 2026.

The Economic Times

Has Form 168 replaced Form 26AS for FY 25-26? Here's what taxpayers need to know for ITR filing

Form 168: The Income Tax Department has unveiled Form 168, a comprehensive upgrade to the Annual Information Statement, effectively superseding the traditional Form 26AS. This new form consolidates all tax-related and financial transaction data linked to your PAN, offering a holistic view of your tax compliance. It's automatically generated, so…

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What crypto investors need to know for tax season 2026

India's tax season now demands greater scrutiny for crypto investors as enforcement intensifies. New reporting requirements, including transaction-by-transaction entries in Schedule VDA and cross-referencing with exchange data, are crucial. Failure to comply accurately can lead to significant penalties, making diligent record-keeping essential for all participants.

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Hong Kong-based son gets tax notice after father buys insurance policy in his name with cash; he fights back and wins case in ITAT Mumbai

An NRI in Hong Kong faced an income tax dispute after withdrawing cash from his NRE account to give to his father. The father used this money to buy an insurance policy in his son's name, leading to an 'unexplained cash credit' notice. ITAT Mumbai ultimately ruled in favor of…

The Economic Times

Want to exchange old gold for new jewellery? Beware of these taxes

Indians exchanging old gold for new should be aware of potential taxes on sales and purchases. The Income Tax Department monitors high-value gold transactions, including large cash deposits or unexplained sources of funds. Proper documentation is crucial to avoid scrutiny and penalties, especially when dealing with inherited, gifted, or imported…

The Economic Times

Why should these taxpayers avoid filing ITR before June 15th for AY 2026-2027

Taxpayers are advised to delay filing their Income Tax Returns for AY 2026-2027 until after June 15th. This allows for the accurate updation of the Annual Information Statement with data from companies and banks. Salaried individuals should also wait for their Form 16. Filing without complete information can lead to…

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Why the BCCI, one of the world’s richest sports bodies, answers to no one

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is one of the wealthiest sports governing bodies in the world. But for years, one simple question has remained unanswered: why is the BCCI not accountable to the public, which funds, watches, and sustains the game it controls?

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Rs 400 crore agricultural income but no land: CBDT digs up names of rich ‘farmers’ without farms

Tax authorities have uncovered a major scam involving fake agricultural income claims. Over 300 individuals claimed exemptions worth thousands of crores without owning any land. These claims were used to evade taxes and legitimize black money. The Income Tax Department used advanced data analytics and satellite imagery to identify these…

The Economic Times

Man pays zero tax on Rs 5 crore land sales despite filing ITR after deadline; ITAT Mumbai rules in his favour for this reason

A Mumbai man successfully claimed a tax exemption on Rs 5 crore land sales despite filing his ITR after the deadline. The ITAT Mumbai ruled in his favor, stating that since he used the entire capital gains to purchase a new property before filing his belated return, depositing the funds…

The Economic Times

Income tax return AY 26-27: Excel utility, online filing for ITR-1, and ITR-4 forms now available on e-filing portal

Income tax return AY 26-27: The Income Tax Department has launched Excel utilities and online filing for ITR-1 and ITR-4 for the Assessment Year 2026-27. Taxpayers earning up to Rs 50 lakh, with specific income sources, can now prepare and file their returns.

The Economic Times

Good news for taxpayers! Faster tax refunds, quicker dispute resolution, TDS framework improvements and more planned by CBDT for 2026-27

Taxpayers can anticipate significant improvements in the TDS system and faster resolution of tax disputes. The Central Board of Direct Taxes' Central Action Plan for 2026-2027 outlines a roadmap for a more taxpayer-centric and technology-driven tax administration. This plan aims to streamline processes, enhance efficiency, and improve overall taxpayer services,…

The Economic Times

New Income Tax law aims to build transparent, tech-driven ecosystem for taxpayers: Official

Pune's Principal Chief Commissioner of Income Tax, Vivek Wadekar, announced the new Income Tax Act, 2025, aims to simplify compliance and foster transparency. Launched on April 1, 2026, the act features digital initiatives like the 'Kar Saathi' chatbot and 'Kar Setu' for taxpayer assistance.

The Economic Times

Key changes in ITR 1, 2, 3 and 4 forms in FY 25-26: Reporting of LTCG, buyback losses, F&O, intra-day trading & more; what new forms include

The Income Tax Department has revised ITR forms for FY 2025-26, introducing new disclosure requirements for capital gains, trading, and foreign assets. These updates aim to simplify filing for various taxpayer categories, including individuals, businesses, and presumptive income earners.

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I-T dept cracked down on non-profits with a law that didn’t apply. Tribunals kept saying no

Imagine being fined for jumping a red light – on a road where the traffic light was installed only after you drove past. That, in essence, is what India’s Income Tax Department has been doing to dozens of non-profit organisations across the country.

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Income Tax seize Rs 26 crore cash after raids against Nashik-based jewellers

The Income Tax Department has launched searches on Maharashtra's Nashik-based Surana Jewellers in response to alleged undisclosed transactions by its proprietor. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Income Tax Department officer duped of ₹48.9K in online reward points fraud

A 48-year-old IRS officer with the Income Tax Department lost ₹48,902 to an online reward points fraud.

The Hindu

₹1 crore seized from panchayat president’s house near Tiruchi

The district election officials have seized ₹1 crore from the house of a panchayat president on Friday night and intimated the Income Tax department about the same

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No coercive action against Congress over tax demand notices in view of Lok Sabha polls: I-T Dept to Supreme Court

Income Tax Department will not take coercive action against Congress for ₹3,500 crore tax demand during Lok Sabha elections.

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‘Congress culture is such that it never accepts its wrongdoings’

Union Minister Pralhad Joshi defends Income Tax notices to Congress, accusing party of looting country for 60 years.

Dynamite News

Congress to stage nationwide protest tomorrow against Income Tax notices

Congress will stage a nationwide protest on Saturday against notices from the income-tax department, asking it to pay Rs 1,823 crore. Read further on Dynamite News:

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BJP must be asked to pay Rs4,600Cr penalty: Congress accuses IT Dept of double standards

"While the BJP was given exemption under the guise of IT rules the Department on the other hand was harassing the Congress party under the same rule," the Congress said. Read further on Dynamite News:

The Hindu

Stalin launches campaign with scathing attack on PM Modi over electoral bonds, corruption

M.K. Stalin criticizes PM Modi's corruption allegations, exposes BJP scams, and vows to defeat BJP in upcoming elections.

The Hindu

BJP doesn’t seem to care despite being admonished by SC on electoral bonds, says Mahesh Goud

TPCC working president criticizes BJP for misuse of official machinery, threatening democracy through financial manipulation and favoritism.

Dynamite News

Delhi High Court rejects Cong plea against I-T Dept of opening assessment proceedings of 2014 to 2017

The bench of Justice Yashwant Verma and Justice Purushaindra Kumar Kaurav passed the order and dismissed the plea. Read further on Dynamite News:

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