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Income Tax

State Government Securities Auction August 2026 - Tax Implications

The State Government Securities auction held on August 11, 2026, saw successful allotment of ₹15,300 crore across 13 securities issued by major states. Here's what SGS investors need to know about income tax treatment, interest income, and TDS compliance for AY 2026-27.

11 Aug 2026 · 6 min read
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Income Tax

SGB Premature Redemption 2026 - Price & Tax Impact

The Government of India has announced the redemption price for premature redemption of Sovereign Gold Bond 2018-19 Series VI at ₹15,102 per unit effective August 12, 2026. This update covers the tax treatment, reporting obligations, and financial planning for SGB investors.

11 Aug 2026 · 6 min read
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Tax News

RBI Urban Co-operative Banks Recovery Rules 2026 - Tax Implications

The Reserve Bank of India has issued comprehensive Fourth Amendment Directions in August 2026 governing loan recovery practices by Urban Co-operative Banks (UCBs). These new rules, effective from January 1, 2027, have significant implications for borrowers, recovery agencies, and the tax treatment of recovery-related expenses.

11 Aug 2026 · 7 min read
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Income Tax

ITAT Deletes ₹8.66 Lakh Section 69A Addition AY 2017-18 Income Tax

In a significant ruling for AY 2017-18, the Hyderabad ITAT has deleted ₹8.66 lakh Section 69A addition while rejecting the 60% Section 115BBE rate applied by the Income Tax Officer. This recent judgement provides crucial relief to taxpayers facing unexplained cash additions.

11 Aug 2026 · 6 min read
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Income Tax

ITAT Ruling 2026: Delay in Appeal Condoned on Merits Decision

In a significant August 2026 ruling, Hyderabad ITAT held that delay in filing an appeal can be impliedly condoned when the CIT(A) decides the appeal on its merits and remands the matter for fresh adjudication. This is crucial for taxpayers facing appeal deadline pressures.

11 Aug 2026 · 6 min read
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Income Tax

RBI VRRR Auction August 2026: Impact on Liquidity & Tax Planning

The RBI has announced a 3-day Variable Rate Reverse Repo (VRRR) auction on August 11, 2026, affecting short-term liquidity in the banking system. This monetary policy move impacts investment returns, interest income reporting, and tax planning for businesses and individual investors in AY 2026-27.

11 Aug 2026 · 6 min read
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Income Tax

Lead Bank Assignment Ladakh 2026 - Income Tax Implications

The RBI has officially assigned lead bank responsibilities for five newly formed districts in Ladakh (Sham, Nubra, Changthang, Zanskar, Drass) as of August 2026. Businesses operating in these regions must understand the tax and GST compliance implications.

11 Aug 2026 · 6 min read
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Income Tax

BSNL VRS Compensation Exempt u/s 10(10B) 2026 – ITAT Ruling

In a significant ruling from August 2026, Nagpur ITAT clarified that BSNL VRS-2019 compensation qualifies as retrenchment pay exempt under Section 10(10B) of the Income Tax Act 2025, not Section 10(10C). This is crucial for BSNL employees and similar public sector undertakings seeking tax relief.

10 Aug 2026 · 6 min read
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Income Tax

Section 147 Reassessment Quashed 2025 — ITAT Ruling on Cash Deposits

In a significant ruling, Panaji ITAT has quashed a Section 147 reassessment where the Income Tax Department reopened the case based on cash deposits but failed to make any addition on that very issue. This is a crucial update for taxpayers in AY 2025-26 and AY 2026-27.

10 Aug 2026 · 6 min read
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Income Tax

Government Securities Auction 2026 – Tax Implications for Investors

Government of India has announced a new auction of dated securities in August 2026. We explain the income tax treatment of interest earnings and capital gains from these securities, and what investors must report in their tax returns.

10 Aug 2026 · 6 min read
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Income Tax

RBI Penalty on Bank 2026: KYC Compliance & Tax Implications

The RBI has imposed a ₹50,000 monetary penalty on The Amravati District Central Co-operative Bank Ltd. for non-compliance with KYC directions and SMS charge violations. This recent enforcement action in August 2026 highlights critical compliance gaps that affect all banking customers and businesses relying on cooperative bank services.

10 Aug 2026 · 6 min read
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Income Tax

SEBI Depository Receipts Framework REITs InvITs 2026 Tax

SEBI has proposed a new framework for Depository Receipts against REIT and publicly listed InvIT units, seeking public comments by August 25, 2026. This development has significant Income Tax implications for investors under the Income Tax Act 2025.

10 Aug 2026 · 6 min read
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