Author: Nricaservices

With the implementation of the Income-tax Act, 2025 and the Income Tax Rules, 2026, the compliance process for foreign remittances has been updated. Effective 1 April 2026, Form 145 and Form 146 have replaced the earlier Form 15CA and Form 15CB, respectively. These revised forms are used for reporting specified remittances made outside India and […]

Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) is a key compliance requirement under the Income Tax Act. Deductors are responsible for deducting tax, depositing it with the government, and filing quarterly TDS returns within the prescribed timelines. Errors in TDS returns can result in notices, interest, penalties, and difficulties for deductees in receiving proper tax credit. Being […]

GSTR-3B is a summary GST return that must be filed by registered taxpayers on a monthly or quarterly basis, depending on their filing scheme. The return includes details of outward supplies, inward supplies liable to reverse charge, Input Tax Credit (ITC) claimed, and tax liability discharged. Since GSTR-3B directly impacts GST compliance and tax payments, […]

This year, many taxpayers have raised concerns about delays in receiving income tax refunds. To address this, CBDT Chairman Mr. Ravi Agrawal shared detailed clarifications on the current situation, the reasons for slow processing, and what taxpayers should expect in the coming months. The explanation below captures the latest updates in a simple and practical […]

In recent years, taxpayers in India have observed a noticeable increase in the number of notices issued by the tax authorities. One of the primary reasons behind this trend is the extensive adoption of technology and automated data verification systems by the Income Tax Department of India. The tax administration now relies on sophisticated digital […]

For businesses registered under the Goods and Services Tax (GST) system, GST return filing is a crucial compliance requirement. It is not just a routine tax procedure but an essential part of maintaining transparency with tax authorities and ensuring smooth business operations. Regular GST filing helps businesses remain legally compliant, avoid penalties, and claim Input […]

What is GST Registration? GST registration is the process through which a business obtains a GSTIN (Goods and Services Tax Identification Number) under India’s Goods and Services Tax system. Once registered, a business is legally permitted to collect GST from customers and claim Input Tax Credit (ITC) on eligible purchases. Under GST law, businesses whose […]

Let us move straight to the subject. Understanding Updated Return (ITR-U) An Updated Return, filed in Form ITR-U, enables a taxpayer to: File an income tax return that was not filed earlier, or Rectify inaccuracies, omissions, or under-reporting in a return that has already been filed. This mechanism was introduced to allow taxpayers a voluntary […]

Double taxation is a frequent concern in cross-border situations. When income is taxed both in the country where it is earned (source country) and again in the country where the person or company is resident, it results in unnecessary tax burden. To avoid this, countries enter into DTAA – Double Taxation Avoidance Agreements. This article […]

The Income Tax Department has introduced a revised compliance framework for foreign remittances, replacing Form 15CA and Form 15CB with Form 145 and Form 146. This development represents a structural upgrade aimed at enhancing digital compliance, transparency, and traceability in outward remittances made by Non-Resident Indians (NRIs). This framework is particularly significant for NRIs repatriating […]