ITAT Delhi’s Ruling on NRI Cash Deposits: What Counts as Exempt Gifts under Section 56(2)(vii)

Background of the Case Smt. Yamini Kapoor, a Non-Resident Indian (NRI) residing at C-4, 6 Aurangzeb Road, Central Delhi-110001, with PAN CPDPK7608J, contested the CIT(A)’s decision affirming an addition of Rs. 8,51,000 as unexplained cash deposits under Section 69A read with Section 115BBE of the Income Tax Act, 1961 (the Act). The respondent was the …

ITAT Orders De Novo Reassessment in NRI Income Case: Unexplained Income in NRE Account

Background of the Case Sanjeeta Chatterjee, a Non-Resident Indian (NRI) residing in Dubai since December 1997, challenged the orders of the Commissioner of Income Tax (Appeals) [CIT(A)], which upheld additions made by the Assessing Officer (AO) under Section 69A of the Income Tax Act, 1961. These additions stemmed from amounts credited to her Non-Resident External …

Understanding LLP Annual Compliance in India: A Comprehensive Guide

Limited Liability Partnerships (LLPs) have become a popular business structure in India due to their flexibility and limited liability benefits. However, to maintain their legal standing, LLPs must adhere to specific regulatory requirements, commonly referred to as LLP annual compliance. For Indian entrepreneurs and business owners, understanding and fulfilling these obligations is crucial to avoid …

Understanding HRA: Exemptions, Challenges, Tax Notices, and Essential Tips for Compliance

House Rent Allowance (HRA) is a vital component of salary packages for many employees in India, designed to help cover the cost of renting a home. Beyond its financial utility, HRA offers significant tax benefits under the Income Tax Act, 1961. However, recent notices issued by the Income Tax Department to taxpayers claiming HRA exemptions …

Remittance of Funds by NRIs from Fixed Deposit Maturity: Understand Forms 15CA and 15CB, Challenges, and Income Tax Implications

For Non-Resident Indians (NRIs), managing financial assets in India is a balancing act that often involves leveraging fixed deposits (FDs) as a secure and lucrative investment option, thanks to their competitive interest rates. However, when these fixed deposits reach maturity, many NRIs seek to transfer the proceedscomprising both the principal and accrued interestto their country …

The Inoperative PAN Crisis for NRIs: Challenges, Exemptions, and Unresolved Issues

The Permanent Account Number (PAN) is a critical financial identifier for individuals and entities in India, facilitating tax compliance, banking transactions, and investments. However, the Indian government’s mandate to link PAN with Aadhaar—a 12-digit unique identification number issued to Indian residents—has created significant hurdles for Non-Resident Indians (NRIs). While NRIs are technically exempt from this …

ITAT Ahmedabad Rules that Severance Compensation on Loss of Employment is Capital Receipt, Not Profits in lieu of Salary

Introduction In a crucial judgment, the Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT) Ahmedabad has ruled in favor of the assessee, Mr. Sudhakar Ratan Shanker Gautam, by holding that severance compensation received due to employment termination is a capital receipt and not taxable under Section 17(3) of the Income Tax Act, 1961. This decision provides clarity on …

Income Tax Department Detects Undisclosed Foreign Assets: What Indian Taxpayers Need to Know

The Income Tax Department has recently uncovered significant foreign assets owned by Indian taxpayers. As taxpayers, we all aim to save on income tax through legitimate means, and the funds we pay as tax are used for the creation of assets, both domestic and foreign. When assets are located in India, the rules are more …

ITAT Pune Allows Section 80C Deduction but Assesses Profit as a Percentage of Turnover in Plotting Business

This appeal pertains to an order passed by the Ld. CIT(A)/NFAC, Delhi, on 27th May 2024, related to assessment year 2013-14. The case has undergone multiple rounds of litigation, with the current appeal being the second round before the Tribunal. The assessee has filed various details before the Assessing Officer though not according to his …

The Income Tax Bill 2025: A Comprehensive Overview

The much-anticipated Income Tax Bill 2025 has been introduced, ushering in a new era of tax reforms. Scheduled to take effect from April 1, 2026, the new bill aims to simplify and streamline the taxation system in India. With only a year to prepare, taxpayers and professionals such as Chartered Accountants (CAs), Advocates, Company Secretaries …

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