Bureau of Immigration Adds FTI-TTP Enrollment to E-Gates for Faster Processing
India's FTI-TTP offers faster airport clearance for Indian and OCI holders via e-gates and biometric verification after a…
Indian Students and Researchers Can Claim Standard Deduction Under U.S.-India Tax Treaty Article 21
Essential guide for Indian students and researchers on claiming 2026 U.S. tax treaty benefits, including standard deductions and…
Income-Tax Act, 2025 Takes Effect as Karsati Launches New Income Tax E-Filing Portal
India launched the Income-tax Act 2025 and a new e-filing portal on April 1, 2026, replacing the 1961…
Supreme Court Upholds Delhi HC, Coursera Income Not Taxable as Fees for Technical Services
Delhi High Court quashes 10% tax withholding on Coursera receipts, demanding tax authorities provide reasoned treaty analysis for…
U.S. State Department Reports Mumbai as Slowest for B1/B2 Visitor Visa Interviews
Chennai is India’s fastest hub for U.S. B1/B2 visa interviews (1.5–3.5 months) in 2026, while Mumbai faces the…
37,740 Indian Workers Died Abroad Over 5 Years, Over 86% in Gulf Countries
India reports 37,740 worker deaths abroad from 2021-2025, with over 86% occurring in Gulf nations alongside 80,985 complaints…
India Tightens NRI Tax Rules from April 1, 2026, with Rule 9 Targeting Poor Documentation
India's Rule 9 of 2026 allows tax officials to estimate income for non-residents with unclear records. NRIs must…
CBDT Clarifies Income-Tax Act, 2025 Transition with FAQ, Rules, and Saving Clauses
India transitioned to the Income-tax Act 2025 on 1 April 2026, maintaining a dual-track system where the 1961…
Maharashtra Extends GST Appeal Deadline to June 30, 2026, for Earlier Tribunal Orders
Maharashtra GST tribunal appeal deadline extended to June 30, 2026 for orders received before April 1. Standard 3-month…
SEZ Units Secure Duty Exemption Under Domestic Supply Promotion Policy
India grants one-year customs duty exemptions for SEZ manufacturers to sell goods domestically, easing pressure from 2026 global…
New Income Tax Act Takes Effect Today, Alters Basic Pay and Dearness Allowance Calculations
India's 2026 labor rules mandate basic pay at 50% of CTC, increasing retirement savings while potentially reducing monthly…
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan Pushes GST Cut on Agricultural Paper Bags
India reduces GST on agricultural paper sacks and boxes to 5%, aiming to cut farm logistics costs while…
Central Board of Direct Taxes Signs 219 Advance Pricing Agreements, India Tops 1000
India signs record 219 APAs in FY 2026, crossing the 1,000-agreement milestone to enhance tax certainty and reduce…
CBDT Mandates Financial and Ownership Disclosure in ITR-6 Under Finance Act 2024
CBDT notifies revised ITR-6 for 2025-26, mandating split capital gains reporting, detailed corporate IDs, and sector-specific disclosures for…