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When an industrial undertaking faces compulsory acquisition of land, buildings, or rights in such properties under any law, it may result in capital gains. However, under Section 54D of the Income Tax Act, 1961, an exemption is available if the assessee reinvests the proceeds in a new asset within the prescribed period. This provision ensures […]

The Income Tax Act provides relief to individuals and Hindu Undivided Families (HUFs) from capital gains tax on the transfer of urban agricultural land under Section 54B. This section allows taxpayers to reinvest the capital gain from the sale of agricultural land into new agricultural land and claim an exemption from tax. Eligibility for Exemption

Selling a residential property can lead to substantial capital gains, which are subject to taxation under the Income Tax Act. However, the Indian tax laws provide relief under Section 54 to individuals and Hindu Undivided Families (HUFs) who reinvest the capital gains into another residential property. This article provides a detailed analysis of Section 54,

Capital gains are a crucial aspect of taxation in India, governed under the Income Tax Act, 1961. The mode of computation of capital gains is defined under Section 48, which lays down the method to determine taxable capital gains by deducting specified expenses and costs from the total consideration received. Understanding Section 48: Computation of

When dealing with capital gains taxation, one of the crucial aspects is determining what constitutes a “transfer” under Section 45 of the Income Tax Act, 1961. However, certain transactions are explicitly excluded from being considered as a transfer under Section 47, thereby exempting them from capital gains tax. This article explores these transactions and their

Introduction Capital gains refer to the profits or gains derived from the transfer of a capital asset. As per Section 45(1) of the Income Tax Act, such gains are chargeable to income tax in the year in which the transfer takes place unless exempted under specific provisions like Sections 54, 54B, 54D, etc. This blog

Trade, professional, and similar associations play a crucial role in representing the interests of their members. However, such associations often face financial shortfalls when their income from members does not fully cover their expenses. To provide relief in such cases, the Income Tax Act includes Section 44A, which allows for a special deduction in computing

Understanding the tax implications of asset acquisition and sale is crucial for businesses and individuals alike. Section 43C of the Income Tax Act, 1961, provides special provisions for computing the cost of acquisition of certain assets when transferred under specific circumstances. This section primarily deals with assets acquired through amalgamation, partition of a Hindu Undivided

In income tax, certain deductions are permitted only upon actual payment, irrespective of the method of accounting followed by the assessee. Section 43B of the Income Tax Act, 1961, enforces this principle, ensuring that taxpayers claim deductions only when the corresponding payments are made. This section primarily targets specific liabilities such as taxes, interest, and

Foreign exchange fluctuations play a significant role in businesses engaged in international transactions. The taxation of gains or losses arising due to foreign exchange rate changes is governed by Section 43AA of the Income Tax Act. This section lays down the framework for computing taxable income or loss due to currency fluctuations in line with