Liabilities disclosed in the balance sheet by the assessee, if acknowledged and supported with evidence, cannot be treated as remission or cessation of liability under Section 41(1) of the Income-tax Act, 1961: ITAT Delhi

Liabilities disclosed in the balance sheet by the assessee, if acknowledged and supported with evidence, cannot be treated as remission or cessation of liability under Section 41(1) of the Income-tax Act, 1961: ITAT Delhi The ITAT, Delhi Bench in the case of Golden Moment (P.) Ltd v. ACIT has held that liabilities disclosed in the… […]

What PAN 2.0 Means for you: Top 10 Takeaways for Taxpayers

What PAN 2.0 Means for you: Top 10 Takeaways for Taxpayers   The Income Tax Department has launched PAN 2.0 to improve the efficiency of assigning and maintaining Permanent Account Numbers (PAN). It is a groundbreaking initiative that redefines how the PAN operates within India’s dynamic digital and financial ecosystem. With a dedicated financial allocation of ₹1,435 crore,… […]

Taxability of ESOPs:

Taxability of ESOPs:   1. Meaning of ESOPs: As per Section 2(37) of Companies Act, 2013 “employees stock option” means, the option given to the employees including directors to purchase, or to subscribe for, the shares of the company at a future date at a pre-determined price. 2. Taxability as a perquisite: When an employee… […]

No liability where contract is cancelled before supply of goods

No liability where contract is cancelled before supply of goods   The assessee entered into an agreement with the vendor for purchase of goods. The assessee paid an advance amount to the vendor and also paid the GST on advance amount. The vendor paid the GST amount to the Government from the advance amount received… […]

Details to be filled while filing ITR with foreign assets:

Details to be filled while filing ITR with foreign assets: 1.  Introduction: If you’re having foreign assets, then you should show those while filing your Income Tax Returns ( ITR ). The income taxpayers with income from foreign sources, foreign bank accounts, or other assets outside India need to accurately complete the FSI (Foreign Source… […]

Taxation on Sale of Agricultural Land in India: A Short Overview

Taxation on Sale of Agricultural Land in India: A Short Overview   No Income Tax is Payable on sale of Agricultural Land in India. But, we need to understand the facts and laws behind it. There are two sections in the Income Tax Act – 1961 which play a crucial role in determining IT liability… […]

Addition towards cash deposits during demonetization deleted by ITAT as it was adequately explained based on the facts and nature of the business

Addition towards cash deposits during demonetization deleted by ITAT as it was adequately explained based on the facts and nature of the business   The case of Shobha Prakash Shetty v. Assistant Commissioner of Income Tax, Circle 25(1), Mumbai (ITA No. 1095/M/2024) decided on November 22, 2024, dealt with the issue of unexplained cash deposits… […]