Articles & Updates
83 articles on Income Tax, GST, Customs and compliance — covering recent circulars, judgments and practical guidance.
Tax Evasion through Shell Companies under Income Tax and GST
Practical guide on shell companies, accommodation entries, fake invoices, bogus ITC and consequences under Income Tax and GST law.
Read Article →Form 10BD Missed Filing and Correction Guide
Complete guide on Form 10BD missed filing, revised Form 10BD, omitted donors, Form 10BE and Form 10B/10BB reconciliation.
Read Article →GST Registration Cannot Be Cancelled for Closed Premises Alone
Legal analysis of GST registration cancellation for closed premises, Rule 25, REG-30, Rule 22 procedure and case-law safeguards.
Read Article →Transfer of Going Concern under GST: Exemption, ITC Reversal and Documentation
GST guide on transfer of going concern, Nil-rated exemption, ITC-02, registration implications, Rule 42/43 and documentation safeguards.
Read Article →F&O, Intraday and Share Trading Losses: ITR-3, Set-off and Carry Forward
Income tax guide for traders on F&O losses, intraday trading, ITR-3, turnover calculation, tax audit, set-off and carry-forward benefits.
Read Article →GSTAT Appeal Deadline: Why 30.06.2026 Should Not Be Missed
Professional GSTAT appeal deadline article explaining 30.06.2026 limitation, 31.12.2026 procedural relaxation and condonation risk.
Read Article →Invoice Not Reflecting in GSTR-2B: Buyer Action Guide to Protect ITC
Practical GST ITC action guide where purchase invoice is not reflecting in GSTR-2B, including vendor follow-up, IMS and reversal precautions.
Read Article →GSTAT Appeals by 30 June 2026, Scrutiny Relief Till 31 Dec 2026: What Taxpayers Gain
GSTAT Appeals by 30 June 2026, Scrutiny Relief Till 31 Dec 2026: What Taxpayers Gain Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 30 Jun 2026
Read Article →How to Avoid GST Notices on Proportionate ITC Reversal?
How to Avoid GST Notices on Proportionate ITC Reversal? Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 04 Jun 2026
Read Article →Foreign Assets, RSUs and Foreign Bank Accounts in ITR: Schedule FA Reporting, Notices & Penalty
Foreign Assets, RSUs and Foreign Bank Accounts in ITR: Schedule FA Reporting, Notices & Penalty Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 02 Jun 2026
Read Article →How to Avoid Higher Circle Rate Addition When Property Registration Is Delayed
How to Avoid Higher Circle Rate Addition When Property Registration Is Delayed Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 01 Jun 2026
Read Article →Section 87A & Section 156 Rebate: Why Tax May Still Be Payable Below ₹12 Lakh
Section 87A & Section 156 Rebate: Why Tax May Still Be Payable Below ₹12 Lakh Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 01 Jun 2026
Read Article →GSTAT Appeal – Section 112: Maintainability, Limitation, Pre-Deposit & FORM GST APL-05
GSTAT Appeal – Section 112: Maintainability, Limitation, Pre-Deposit & FORM GST APL-05 Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 02 May 2026
Read Article →Mandatory Pre-Deposit for Filing GSTAT Appeal: Legal Position, Meaning & Examples
Mandatory Pre-Deposit for Filing GSTAT Appeal: Legal Position, Meaning & Examples Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 01 May 2026
Read Article →Special Timeline for Backlog / Old GSTAT Appeals: Legal Position, Practical Impact & Filing Strategy
Special Timeline for Backlog / Old GSTAT Appeals: Legal Position, Practical Impact & Filing Strategy Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 30 Apr 2026
Read Article →Section 378, Income-tax Act, 2025: Revision of Other Orders, Procedure & Relief
Section 378, Income-tax Act, 2025: Revision of Other Orders, Procedure & Relief Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 16 Apr 2026
Read Article →Section 263 & 377 Notices – Income-tax Act, 2025: Reply, Remedies & Mitigation
Section 263 & 377 Notices – Income-tax Act, 2025: Reply, Remedies & Mitigation Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 16 Apr 2026
Read Article →Slump Sale Taxation of Branch or Business Transfer: Section 50B, Rule 11UAE, Net Worth, Capital Gains & GST
Slump Sale Taxation of Branch or Business Transfer: Section 50B, Rule 11UAE, Net Worth, Capital Gains & GST Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 14 Apr 2026
Read Article →CBDT Circular 4/2026 & DIN Defects: Scope of Section 292BA Explained
CBDT Circular 4/2026 & DIN Defects: Scope of Section 292BA Explained Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 14 Apr 2026
Read Article →PCIT/CIT can Condone Delay in Form 10A Filing, Not CPC Bengaluru: CBDT
PCIT/CIT can Condone Delay in Form 10A Filing, Not CPC Bengaluru: CBDT Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 13 Apr 2026
Read Article →GST on Expense Reimbursement: Pure Agent, Valuation, Invoicing & GSTR-1 Compliance
GST on Expense Reimbursement: Pure Agent, Valuation, Invoicing & GSTR-1 Compliance Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 11 Apr 2026
Read Article →TDS on Transfer of Virtual Digital Assets (VDA): Form No. 141 Schedule D
TDS on Transfer of Virtual Digital Assets (VDA): Form No. 141 Schedule D Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 07 Apr 2026
Read Article →Adverse Assessment under Section 143(3): Remedies & Strategy
Adverse Assessment under Section 143(3): Remedies & Strategy Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 06 Apr 2026
Read Article →Form 141: TDS Framework for Contractors & Professionals from 01.04.2026
Form 141: TDS Framework for Contractors & Professionals from 01.04.2026 Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 06 Apr 2026
Read Article →Form 141 (Schedule A): Rent TDS Changes from 01.04.2026
Form 141 (Schedule A): Rent TDS Changes from 01.04.2026 Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 06 Apr 2026
Read Article →TDS on Property Transfers (From 01.04.2026): Forms 141 & 132
TDS on Property Transfers (From 01.04.2026): Forms 141 & 132 Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 06 Apr 2026
Read Article →Section 12AB and 80G Renewal Not Granted: What Are the Legal Remedies?
Section 12AB and 80G Renewal Not Granted: What Are the Legal Remedies? Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 21 Mar 2026
Read Article →TDS Demand Pending Due to PAN–Aadhaar Non-Linking: What to Do?
TDS Demand Pending Due to PAN–Aadhaar Non-Linking: What to Do? Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 21 Mar 2026
Read Article →GST Appeal Filing: DRC-03 Payment Not Enough Without DRC-03A
GST Appeal Filing: DRC-03 Payment Not Enough Without DRC-03A Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 19 Mar 2026
Read Article →Still Paying 30% Tax on Cryptocurrency Trading Without Claiming Loss Benefit? Read This Before Filing Your ITR
Still Paying 30% Tax on Cryptocurrency Trading Without Claiming Loss Benefit? Read This Before Filing Your ITR Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 19 Mar 2026
Read Article →Budget 2026 Buyback Taxation: Capital Gains Treatment for Shareholders and Additional Tax for Promoters
Budget 2026 Buyback Taxation: Capital Gains Treatment for Shareholders and Additional Tax for Promoters Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 17 Mar 2026
Read Article →Budget 2026 Introduces Penalty for Non-Reporting of Crypto Transactions
Budget 2026 Introduces Penalty for Non-Reporting of Crypto Transactions Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 16 Mar 2026
Read Article →Taxation of Cryptocurrency Trading in India: Current Law & Post-Budget 2026 Position
Taxation of Cryptocurrency Trading in India: Current Law & Post-Budget 2026 Position Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 12 Mar 2026
Read Article →Budget 2026: 10% Deposit for Income Tax Stay of Demand
Budget 2026: 10% Deposit for Income Tax Stay of Demand Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 11 Mar 2026
Read Article →Updated Return After Reassessment Notice Comes With Higher Tax Cost Because Additional 10% Levy Proposed
Updated Return After Reassessment Notice Comes With Higher Tax Cost Because Additional 10% Levy Proposed Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 06 Mar 2026
Read Article →Proposed Changes to the ITR-U Framework under Finance Bill 2026
Proposed Changes to the ITR-U Framework under Finance Bill 2026 Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 05 Mar 2026
Read Article →Finance Bill 2026 Clarifies Who Can Issue Reassessment Notices Under Section 148
Finance Bill 2026 Clarifies Who Can Issue Reassessment Notices Under Section 148 Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 14 Feb 2026
Read Article →Section 292BA (Proposed): Retrospective DIN Cure from 01.10.2019 – Finance Bill 2026 & Litigation Impact
Section 292BA (Proposed): Retrospective DIN Cure from 01.10.2019 – Finance Bill 2026 & Litigation Impact Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 12 Feb 2026
Read Article →Budget 2026: Customs & Trade Amendments — Key Changes
Budget 2026: Customs & Trade Amendments — Key Changes Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 02 Feb 2026
Read Article →Budget 2026: Key CGST/IGST Changes (Discounts, Refunds, Intermediary POS)
Budget 2026: Key CGST/IGST Changes (Discounts, Refunds, Intermediary POS) Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 02 Feb 2026
Read Article →Income-tax Amendments in Budget 2026: Topic-wise Summary of Key Proposals
Income-tax Amendments in Budget 2026: Topic-wise Summary of Key Proposals Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 01 Feb 2026
Read Article →Online Condonation Facility Launched for Trust Forms on Income-Tax Portal
Online Condonation Facility Launched for Trust Forms on Income-Tax Portal Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 01 Feb 2026
Read Article →How to Unfreeze a Bank Account Attached for Income Tax Dues
How to Unfreeze a Bank Account Attached for Income Tax Dues Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 01 Feb 2026
Read Article →How to Resolve Your Section 143(2) Scrutiny Notice of 2025 by 31.03.2026
How to Resolve Your Section 143(2) Scrutiny Notice of 2025 by 31.03.2026 Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 18 Jan 2026
Read Article →GST Portal Enables Online Opt-In for ‘Specified Premises’ (Hotels)
GST Portal Enables Online Opt-In for ‘Specified Premises’ (Hotels) Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 15 Jan 2026
Read Article →How Bank Employees Can Claim Refund of Leave Encashment Tax Paid Before 01.04.2023 (Section 10(10AA) ₹25 Lakh Limit)
How Bank Employees Can Claim Refund of Leave Encashment Tax Paid Before 01.04.2023 (Section 10(10AA) ₹25 Lakh Limit) Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 12 Jan 2026
Read Article →Sales to Merchant Exporters Without GST: Guide to Notif. 40/2017 & 41/2017
Sales to Merchant Exporters Without GST: Guide to Notif. 40/2017 & 41/2017 Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 08 Jan 2026
Read Article →GSTN ITC Reclaim Ledger and RCM Ledger: Hard Validations to Block GSTR-3B Filing
GSTN ITC Reclaim Ledger and RCM Ledger: Hard Validations to Block GSTR-3B Filing Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 06 Jan 2026
Read Article →GST ITC Demands Rectifiable Under Section 16(5)/(6) for FY 2017-18 to 2020-21
GST ITC Demands Rectifiable Under Section 16(5)/(6) for FY 2017-18 to 2020-21 Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 26 Dec 2025
Read Article →All about New GST Registration Rule 14A: 3-Day Auto Approval
All about New GST Registration Rule 14A: 3-Day Auto Approval Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 04 Nov 2025
Read Article →GST Registration Gets Faster: 3-Day Auto Approval for Low-Risk & Small B2B Applicants
GST Registration Gets Faster: 3-Day Auto Approval for Low-Risk & Small B2B Applicants Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 02 Nov 2025
Read Article →Notification 9/2025-CT(Rate): Complete HSN-Wise GST Rate Chart Effective 22nd Sept 2025
Notification 9/2025-CT(Rate): Complete HSN-Wise GST Rate Chart Effective 22nd Sept 2025 Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 20 Sep 2025
Read Article →Made a Mistake in Your ITR? Fix It Easily with Rectification of Income Tax Return u/s 154
Made a Mistake in Your ITR? Fix It Easily with Rectification of Income Tax Return u/s 154 Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 19 Sep 2025
Read Article →Forgot to Claim Deduction? File Revised Income Tax Return u/s 139(5) Before Deadline
Forgot to Claim Deduction? File Revised Income Tax Return u/s 139(5) Before Deadline Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 19 Sep 2025
Read Article →56th GST Council Meeting Updates – GST Rate Changes
56th GST Council Meeting Updates – GST Rate Changes Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 05 Sep 2025
Read Article →GST Rate Changes on Passenger Bus Services – 56th GST Council Meeting
GST Rate Changes on Passenger Bus Services – 56th GST Council Meeting Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 05 Sep 2025
Read Article →Delhi GST Alert Circular Exposes Rs. 6 Crore ITC Fraud
Delhi GST Alert Circular Exposes Rs. 6 Crore ITC Fraud Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 04 Sep 2025
Read Article →Section 12AB Registration Renewal Guide: New 10-Year Validity
Section 12AB Registration Renewal Guide: New 10-Year Validity Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 04 Sep 2025
Read Article →Delhi GST Circular on ₹30 Cr Fake ITC Exposure
Delhi GST Circular on ₹30 Cr Fake ITC Exposure Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 03 Sep 2025
Read Article →Portfolio Management Fees Allowability under Section 48 for Capital Gains Tax
Portfolio Management Fees Allowability under Section 48 for Capital Gains Tax Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 01 Sep 2025
Read Article →Treatment of Minor’s Income and TDS Deduction: A Parent’s Guide
Treatment of Minor’s Income and TDS Deduction: A Parent’s Guide Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 31 Aug 2025
Read Article →ITR Business Codes for Share Trading & Section 44AD Applicability
ITR Business Codes for Share Trading & Section 44AD Applicability Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 29 Aug 2025
Read Article →TDS on Sale of Immovable Property: How to Remove 20% Demand
TDS on Sale of Immovable Property: How to Remove 20% Demand Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 29 Aug 2025
Read Article →All about Carry Forward of Share Trading Losses in AY 2025-26
All about Carry Forward of Share Trading Losses in AY 2025-26 Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 12 Aug 2025
Read Article →CBDT Extends Processing for Erroneously Invalidated ITRs
CBDT Extends Processing for Erroneously Invalidated ITRs Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 01 Aug 2025
Read Article →CBDT Waives Interest on TDS/TCS Tech Defaults due to Technical Glitches
CBDT Waives Interest on TDS/TCS Tech Defaults due to Technical Glitches Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 26 Jul 2025
Read Article →CBDT Circular 9/2025: PAN–Aadhaar Relief & TDS/TCS Compliance Guide
CBDT Circular 9/2025: PAN–Aadhaar Relief & TDS/TCS Compliance Guide Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 25 Jul 2025
Read Article →CBDT Extends Deadline for Condoned ITRs with Pending Income Tax Refunds
CBDT Extends Deadline for Condoned ITRs with Pending Income Tax Refunds Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 24 Jul 2025
Read Article →Legal Role of DIN Under GST: CBIC on DIN vs RFN for Digital Documents
Legal Role of DIN Under GST: CBIC on DIN vs RFN for Digital Documents Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 16 Jul 2025
Read Article →Delhi GST Mandates Virtual Personal Hearings: Legal Compliance & Natural Justice
Delhi GST Mandates Virtual Personal Hearings: Legal Compliance & Natural Justice Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 09 Jul 2025
Read Article →Income Tax Notice u/s 143(2): Scrutiny & Deadlines
Income Tax Notice u/s 143(2): Scrutiny & Deadlines Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 02 Jul 2025
Read Article →Income Tax & GST Compliance for Freelancers: FY 2025-26
Income Tax & GST Compliance for Freelancers: FY 2025-26 Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 20 Jun 2025
Read Article →GST Compliance for Freelancers in India: Common Mistakes & How to Avoid Them
GST Compliance for Freelancers in India: Common Mistakes & How to Avoid Them Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 16 Jun 2025
Read Article →Guide to LUT Filing for Zero-Rated Export Supply Compliance
Guide to LUT Filing for Zero-Rated Export Supply Compliance Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 16 Jun 2025
Read Article →Invalid Income-tax Section 271(1)(c) Penalty: Non-Specific Charge Legal Analysis
Invalid Income-tax Section 271(1)(c) Penalty: Non-Specific Charge Legal Analysis Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 07 Jun 2025
Read Article →Penalty Proceedings Deferred must be During Quantum Appeal: Legal Framework & Judicial Insights
Penalty Proceedings Deferred must be During Quantum Appeal: Legal Framework & Judicial Insights Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 06 Jun 2025
Read Article →Comparison of ITR-U (Section 139(8A)) & Condonation of Delay of ITR (Section 119(2)(b))
Comparison of ITR-U (Section 139(8A)) & Condonation of Delay of ITR (Section 119(2)(b)) Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 06 Mar 2025
Read Article →Updated Income Tax Return (ITR-U)/Belated Return u/s 139(8A): A Detailed Overview Post Budget 2025
Updated Income Tax Return (ITR-U)/Belated Return u/s 139(8A): A Detailed Overview Post Budget 2025 Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 26 Feb 2025
Read Article →CBIC Waives Late Fees for GSTR-9C Filings from FY 2017-18 to 2022-23
CBIC Waives Late Fees for GSTR-9C Filings from FY 2017-18 to 2022-23 Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 24 Feb 2025
Read Article →Condonation of Delay in ITR Filing under Section 119(2)(b)
Condonation of Delay in ITR Filing under Section 119(2)(b) Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 19 Feb 2025
Read Article →Vivad Se Vishwas Scheme 2024 (VSVS): Key Highlights & Criteria
Vivad Se Vishwas Scheme 2024 (VSVS): Key Highlights & Criteria Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 25 Dec 2024
Read Article →Condonation of Delay for Filing Forms 9A, 10, 10B, 10BB Post-18th Nov 2024
Condonation of Delay for Filing Forms 9A, 10, 10B, 10BB Post-18th Nov 2024 Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 16 Dec 2024
Read Article →Arbitrary Rejections of Section 154 Rectification Requests Challenge Taxpayers
Arbitrary Rejections of Section 154 Rectification Requests Challenge Taxpayers Author: CA VARUN GUPTA | Date: 12 Dec 2024
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