Property owners in Bengaluru who fail to clear tax dues for two consecutive years will now face 100% penalty (equal to the unpaid amount), along with an annual interest of 9%. The move, expected to impact around two lakh habitual defaulters, is part of a stricter enforcement drive by the city’s civic body. The penalty … Read more
The Income Tax Department has issued a strong warning against cash transactions, cautioning taxpayers about the risks and penalties associated with non-compliance. Under the Income Tax Act, 1961, certain deductions and allowances are disallowed for cash payments, and violations above specified limits can attract penalties equal to the amount involved. “Say ‘No’ to cash transactions. … Read more
Instances of drunk driving are increasing in India. Earlier this year, the Delhi Traffic Police released a report revealing that 12,468 individuals were charged with drunk driving in the first half of the year, compared to 9,837 cases last year. According to the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, driving a vehicle with a blood alcohol level … Read more
Declaration of foreign assets: If foreign assets were not declared in the original Income Tax Return (ITR) filed for AY 2024-25, a revised return must be filed by December 31, 2024. Failure to do so could result in a penalty of up to Rs 10 lakh, according to a recent advisory from the Income-Tax Department. … Read more
ITR 2024: Those who missed filing their income tax returns by July 31, 2024, still have an option to file it by December 31, 2024, for the financial year 2023-2024 / Assessment Year 2024-2025. The belated return is filed under Section 139(4) of the Income Tax Act, 1961. The belated return will attract interest under sections … Read more
The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has issued a clarification regarding Section 230 of the Income Tax Act, 1961 over reports that claimed a mandatory tax clearance was needed before leaving the country. Responding to the reports, which created a significant stir, the CBDT said Section 230 does not mandate every individual domiciled in … Read more
ITR deadline: The Income Tax Department permits individuals to submit condonation requests for delayed e-verification or filing of income tax returns. Condonation of delay is the process of requesting the Income Tax Department for allowing you to verify your ITR (after 120 days of filing your ITR) or submit your ITR (after the last date of … Read more
Income Tax Calendar 2024: The new year has started and the Income Tax department has already shared the tax calendar for this year. It is crucial to note the income tax-related deadlines to avoid paying fines and penalties. Usually, the last date to file the Income Tax Return (ITR) for FY 2023-24 (AY 2024-25) without … Read more
TS-Real Estate Regulatory Authority (TS-RERA) has begun to crack down on recalcitrant real estate companies and has imposed fines ranging from ₹50,000 to ₹5 lakh in the last few days. TS-RERA chairman N. Satyanarayana has informed in a press release on Tuesday that Jayatri Infrastructure (Jaya Group) and AGS Srinivasam Properties Private Limited have been … Read more