The Delhi High Court recently allowed a writ petition filed by an individual, referred to as the Assessee, and quashed a demand notice raised against them by the Revenue for tax deducted at source (TDS) by their employer, Kingfisher Airlines, which was not duly deposited. The Court held that the Assessee cannot be called upon …
India is a hub for startups, with a growing number of entrepreneurs starting their own businesses in various industries. When starting a business in India, it is important to consider the right business structure to adopt. The right business structure will help you to achieve your goals, protect your interests, and comply with legal requirements. …
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A filed appeal challenges the order passed by the Income Tax Appellate Tribunal on November 29, 2019, for the Assessment Year 2012-13. The appellant’s counsel argues that the ITAT made an error by allowing the capitalisation of interest on fixed deposit receipts (FDRs) earned during the construction period without appreciating that the assessee did not …
The Bangalore ITAT recently dismissed an appeal by Nitesh Estates Ltd., a real estate company, that was subject to Section 201 proceedings for non-deduction of tax at source under Section 195 on the sale of an apartment to non-resident (NRI) Mr. Mahesh Bhupathi. The ITAT found that once the conditions laid down in Section 195 …
The Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT) in Bangalore has allowed an appeal filed by an NRI-assessee and deleted the penalty imposed under Section 271D of the Income Tax Act, 1961. The ITAT held that the NRI-assessee had a reasonable cause for accepting part of the sale consideration in cash, despite the violation of Section 269SS. …
During the year, an assessee paid Rs. 67,68,768/- to an Irish company for advertisement services without deducting tax at source. The Assessing Officer disallowed the payment under section 40(a)(i) for non-deduction of tax at source. However, the Commissioner (Appeals) observed that the Irish company had certified that it did not have a Permanent Establishment (PE) …
As a Non-Resident Indian (NRI), filing income tax returns in India can be a complex and daunting task. It is important to avoid common mistakes that can lead to unnecessary penalties and legal issues. Here are some of the top mistakes that Non-Resident Indian (NRI) should avoid while filing their income tax returns. We welcome …
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Acquiring property in India can be a complex process, particularly for those who reside outside the country. Indian citizens living abroad, known as Non-Resident Indians (NRI), are subject to specific regulations when it comes to purchasing or investing in Indian properties. The Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA) of 1999 and the notifications issued under it …
The case involves an assessee engaged in the business of readymade garments who declared business income of Rs. 3,05,400 and interest income of Rs. 1,57,086. The assessee also deposited cash Rs. 15,68,000 in the bank, which was not fully explained during the assessment proceedings. The Assessing Officer made an addition of Rs. 3,00,000 to the …
The Assessee claimed that the gifts considered for tax purposes were exempted as they were received from Non-Resident Indians (NRI), and the addition of Rs. 46,44,150/- by the respondent was illegal and unjustifiable. The Assessment Officer held that the NRI gifts were not genuine, and the Income Tax Appellate Tribunal upheld the assessment, confirming the …
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