Kartik Thapar

This article explains the penalty framework under Section 270A of the Income Tax Act, 1961, highlighting how under-reporting and misreporting of income are identified and penalized. It outlines penalty rates, exceptions, immunity provisions, and key judicial rulings, while offering practical guidance to help taxpayers avoid penalties through proper disclosure and compliance.

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Avoiding Penalties under Section 270A: What Every Taxpayer Must Know Introduction The Income Tax Act, 1961 contains several provisions designed to encourage compliance and deter taxpayers from concealing income or furnishing inaccurate particulars. Among these, Section 270A, introduced by the Finance Act, 2016 (effective from AY 2017-18), provides a structured framew

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Section 148 of the Income Tax Act, 1961: Reopening of Assessment Explained Introduction In the Indian tax system, timely and honest disclosure of income is a statutory duty for every taxpayer. However, there may be cases where income has escaped assessment — either due to oversight or deliberate concealment.

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Taxpayers may continue using existing forms for FY 2025-26, with final notified forms under the new regime expected by early March 2026.

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GST Exemption Denied on Group Health Insurance for Retired Bank Employees

The Kerala High Court has clarified that GST exemption under Notification No. 16/2025-CT (Rate) is applicable only to individual health insurance policies and does not extend to group health insurance schemes arranged through collective bargaining by the Indian Banks’ Association. Premiums paid by retired bank employees for such group policies, even if welfare-oriented, remain liable to GST.

📌 Reference: [2026] 182 taxmann.com 231 (Kerala HC), decided on 08-01-2026; reported on 14-01-2026 (GST – Case Laws)

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