Transfer pricing disputes resolved under the India-Japan MAP can...

Transfer pricing disputes resolved under the India-Japan MAP can be given effect only after the assessee withdraws the appeal ground covered by the resolution. Article 25 of the treaty was invoked for the transaction with Japanese associated enterprises, and the assessee stated that it would accept the competent authorities' resolution. Under Rule 44G, the Assessing Officer is to pass orders giving effect to the MAP resolution once the related appeal is withdrawn. The assessee accordingly requested withdrawal of the relevant ground, and the tax department raised no objection.