November 30, 2023

Is your GST bill fake? Know how to identify and report it quickly

Even without supplying goods or services or GST payment, scammers generate a fake GST bill to defraud traders and customers. This is done for reasons like tax evasion, converting input tax credit into cash, booking fake purchases or money laundering.

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November 29, 2023

Income tax department introduces new ‘Discard ITR’ facility on its website from AY24. Here are the details

The discard option can be used repeatedly, provided the ITR status remains unverified or pending verification

CA Chandan Agarwal's Office
November 28, 2023

Budget@10: Tax compliance improves, but process glitches remain

Technology has eased tax-filing thanks, in part, to pre-filled forms. But mass tax-notices and erroneous notices have caused confusion. And dispute resolution needs to improve.

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November 27, 2023

Tips To Save Money On Income Tax And Stay On Course For 2024

As we are on the brink of 2024, it would be wise to find out strategic ways to save money on income tax, to be on a firm footing in 2024. Read on to find more

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November 26, 2023

GST collection — why the last lap of this financial year is critical

As far as the revenue and tax collection is concerned the next few months of this fiscal year are bound to be challenging. The fiscal deficit has increased to ₹7 lakh crore. It currently stands at 39.3% of the budget estimate. With elections fast approaching expenditure and the deficit are only bound to increase, observes former Chairman of the Central Board of Indirect Taxes & Customs —Najib Shah.

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November 25, 2023

Your queries: Income Tax; LTCG on auction of gold to repay loan will attract tax

Capital gain shall be calculated on the basis of the date of transfer of capital asset, i.e., the date of registering the sales deed.

CA Chandan Agarwal's Office
November 24, 2023

Income Tax Return: How money received via Will or Inheritance from abroad is taxed in India

A taxpayer acquiring foreign assets by way of inheritance would be required to furnish the details of the same in Schedule FA (Foreign Asset) of ITR-2 or ITR-3 (as applicable)

CA Chandan Agarwal's Office
November 23, 2023

Tax assessment notices cannot be issued after three years, if the estimated concealment of income is below Rs 50 lakh

An income-tax notice cannot be issued if three years have passed since the end of the relevant assessment year. However, if there is evidence of concealment of income of at least Rs 50 lakh, a notice can be issued beyond three years but within 10 years of the end of the relevant assessment year.

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November 22, 2023

Income tax: Four money-saving tips to get on track for 2024

Tax tips to get on track for 2024: understand the two tax regimes and choose the one that works best for you, maximise deductions, and consider investment options

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November 21, 2023

Selling Property? Here’s How Much Tax You Need To Pay In India

No matter how popular mutual funds and stocks go on to become in our country, owning property is still considered a key milestone by many generations. That is why many people still prefer to have some form of real estate, be it a plot or property in their portfolio.

More often than not, people aim to benefit from the property by renting it out for regular income or selling it at a higher price. However, while the gains/profits in the case of the latter seem to be lucrative, it’s equally important to understand the tax implications that are associated with it.

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