Tax & Accounting

TDS Rules for Payments to NRIs and Foreign Companies in India: An Explainer

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Explore Section 195 of India’s Income Tax Act, 1961, which requires tax deducted at source (TDS) on payments to non-residents—an essential compliance step for businesses in cross-border dealings such as royalties, interest, and technical services.

India’s New Income Tax Act, 2025 Notified: Key Changes and Implementation Timeline

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India has formally notified the Income Tax Act, 2025, marking a major overhaul of the country’s direct tax regime. Scheduled to take effect from April 1, 2026, the new law replaces the Income-tax Act of 1961.

New Financial Rules in India Effective July 1, 2025: What Businesses Need to Know

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India is introducing key financial rules from July 1, 2025, including mandatory Aadhaar for new PAN cards, stricter GST return rules, and an extended ITR filing deadline. Learn how these updates can affect businesses and taxpayers.

India’s GAAR: Are You at Risk from Anti-Tax Avoidance Rules

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Understand India’s GAAR framework to safeguard your transactions—identify risks, leverage exemptions, and align structures with genuine business goals.

Indian Government Withdraws Income Tax Bill 2025, Plans August 11 Relaunch

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India has withdrawn the Income Tax Bill, 2025, to incorporate key revisions and feedback suggested by a select committee. A revised draft, reflecting stakeholder input and simplification measures, is set for reintroduction on August 11, 2025.

GST Compliance for SaaS and Cloud Computing in India: Rates, Registration & Cross-Border Rules

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Learn how India’s Goods and Services Tax (GST) applies to SaaS and cloud computing, covering tax rates, SAC codes, place of supply, compliance rules, and cross-border obligations.

India’s Updated Income Tax Return Forms for AY 2025–26 Explained

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India’s Income Tax Department released ITR Forms 1 and 4 on July 11, 2025, following the rollout of ITR Forms 2 and 3 in May. Key updates include changes to capital gains reporting, revised LTCG exemptions, and form-specific compliance rules.

India’s New Income Tax Bill 2025: An Overview

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On July 16, 2025, a parliamentary panel in India submitted 285 recommendations on the draft Income Tax Bill, 2025. The proposed legislation, expected to come into effect by April 2026, aims to replace the Income Tax Act of 1961.

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