Enacted in 2015, the Black Money (Undisclosed Foreign Income and Assets) and Imposition of Tax Act was introduced by the Indian Parliament to curb “black money”, particularly undisclosed foreign income and assets held by Indian residents. The Act primarily targets foreign income and assets that remain undisclosed to Indian tax authorities. Given the cross-border nature of black money, a robust legal and administrative framework is…
Selling property often brings the responsibility of paying capital gains tax on the profit earned. Fortunately, Indian tax laws provide exemptions under Sections 54, 54F, and 54B if the gains are reinvested in specified assets. However, many taxpayers find it challenging to reinvest their capital gains before filing their Income Tax Return (ITR). To address this issue, the government introduced the Capital Gains Account Scheme…
Succession planning is more than deciding who will take over your business or manage your wealth. It is about ensuring a smooth, efficient, and sustainable transfer of assets. Without proper planning, successions can lead to high tax burdens, liquidity challenges, and even family disputes. Tax-efficient succession planning helps avoid these issues by creating a well-structured approach that safeguards your wealth, ensures a seamless transition, and…
The Goods and Services Tax (GST) is set for its biggest reform since 2017, With the government working on a revamped structure, popularly known as GST 2.0, aimed at making essentials cheaper, simplifying tax slabs, and boosting the economy. For the common man, this reform is not just about tax rules; it’s about lower bills, affordable services, and greater savings each month. What the Government…
