New Delhi, April 1 (IANS) India’s direct tax system entered a new phase on April 1, 2026, as the Income Tax Act, 2025 officially came into force. The Income Tax Department announced the rollout through a message on X, calling it a step towards a simpler and more user-friendly tax framework aligned with the vision of Viksit Bharat.The new law replaces the decades-old Income Tax Act, 1961, marking one of the biggest overhauls in India’s direct taxation system.The government has focused on maki…
Latest Income-tax Rules News & Updates
New Delhi, March 20 (IANS) The government on Friday notified the Income-tax Rules, 2026, setting the stage for the rollout of the new Income-tax Act, 2025 from April 1, 2026, with a sharper focus on transparency, stricter disclosures and improved compliance.The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has published the Income-tax Rules, 2026 in the e-Gazette, replacing earlier provisions and laying down a detailed framework for the upcoming financial year 2026-27.The new rules aim to simplify proced…