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March 27, 2026
Guidance note - Form 48
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Transfer pricing reporting requires structured transaction-wise disclosure, arm's length price details, and accountant certification under Form 48.
Form No. 48 requires an accountant's report to be furnished under the Income-tax Act, 2025 for international transactions and specified domestic transactions with associated enterprises. The form is filed annually by the prescribed due date and uses a structured, transaction-wise format covering the assessee's particulars, associated enterprises or persons, transaction details, advance pricing agreement information, arm's length price determination, and any adjustment. Part F contains the accountant's certification of maintenance of the required information and documents.
March 27, 2026
Form No. 48 - Frequently Asked Questions
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Form No. 48 reporting rules for international and specified domestic transactions, online filing, PAN requirement, and arm's length pricing.
Form No. 48 is the mandatory accountant's report for international transactions and specified domestic transactions under section 172 of the Income-tax Act, 2025. It must be filed annually, only online through the Income Tax e-Filing portal, and requires a valid PAN. The form contains six parts covering assessee details, transaction aggregates, international and specified domestic transaction particulars, arm's length price computation, and threshold-based reporting. The FAQs also explain transaction identifiers, relationship coding, aggregation treatment, arm's length price auto-population, and the computation rules for transfer pricing methods.
March 27, 2026
Govt slashes excise duty on petrol to Rs 3/litre, exempts diesel to shield consumers from global crude price rise
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Excise duty cut on petrol and diesel eases fuel cost pressure amid rising global crude prices.
Excise duty on petrol has been reduced and diesel has been exempted from the levy with immediate effect to cushion consumers and fuel retailers from the impact of rising global crude prices. The notification lowers the duty on petrol and brings the diesel duty to nil, reflecting a policy response to volatility in international oil markets and the strain created by unchanged retail pump prices. The duty reduction is intended to provide headroom to fuel retailers by easing input-cost pressure and supporting price stability in the domestic market.
March 27, 2026
Cong flays PM for fuel import dependence, says gas promised by Modi remains 'gas'
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Energy security and import dependence drive debate as fuel supply assurances counter claims of shortages and misinformation
Rising dependence on crude oil, LPG and natural gas imports is presented as an energy-security concern, alongside criticism that the promised push toward self-reliance has not been realised. The discussion also refers to earlier claims about a major gas discovery in the Krishna-Godavari basin and allegations that later audit reports treated the episode as a large-scale irregularity. Government and oil marketing companies, however, state that petrol, diesel and LPG supplies remain stable and adequately stocked.
March 27, 2026
Govt slashes excise duty on petrol to Rs 3/litre, exempts diesel
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Excise duty cut on petrol and diesel aims to ease pressure on fuel retailers amid rising global crude prices.
Excise duty on petrol has been reduced to Rs 3 a litre from Rs 13 a litre, while excise duty on diesel has been reduced to nil from Rs 10 a litre, with immediate effect. The duty cuts are intended to ease pressure on oil marketing companies facing elevated global crude prices and frozen retail fuel prices amid geopolitical disruption in oil markets.
March 26, 2026
WTO's dysfunctional dispute settlement system deprives countries of effective redressal: Goyal
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WTO dispute settlement and e-commerce duty moratorium face renewed calls for reform and careful reconsideration.
A dysfunctional WTO dispute settlement system is described as having deprived members of effective redressal, and restoration of an automatic and binding dispute settlement mechanism is called for. Careful reconsideration of the continued extension of the moratorium on customs duties on electronic transmissions is urged because its scope remains unsettled and may have significant revenue implications. WTO reform is presented as needing to be transparent, inclusive and member-driven, anchored in development, non-discrimination, consensus-based decision-making, equity and effective special and differential treatment.
March 26, 2026
EU lawmakers approve trade deal with US but add safeguards
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Transatlantic trade safeguards shape EU approval of the US deal, allowing suspension if the agreement is undermined.
European lawmakers approved the transatlantic trade agreement with safeguard amendments that permit suspension if the United States undermines the deal, discriminates against EU economic operators, threatens territorial integrity or foreign and defence policies, or engages in economic coercion. The agreement retains a 15 per cent tariff on most goods and proceeds to further negotiation between EU and US trade representatives, with the added language intended to preserve European interests and provide greater certainty for businesses.
March 26, 2026
Form No. 47 – Frequently Asked Questions
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Accountant certificate filing for international and specified domestic transactions must follow the prescribed online process and timeline.
Form No. 47 is the accountant's certificate for international transactions or specified domestic transactions meeting the conditions in rule 82(5). It is to be furnished with Form No. 46 within the prescribed filing window, beginning from the end of the third tax year and ending on 30 June following that year. The form can be submitted only online through the Income Tax e-Filing portal, and no supporting documents are required.
March 26, 2026
Guidance Note - Form 46 and 47
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Arm's length price option filing through Forms 46 and 47 under rule 82 for multiple-year determination.
Rule 82 prescribes Form No. 46 and Form No. 47 for exercise of the option for determination of arm's length price under section 166(9) of the Income-tax Act, 2025. Form No. 46 is furnished by an assessee for determining arm's length price in respect of international transactions or specified domestic transactions for multiple years in a single proceeding, covering the second and third tax years immediately following the first tax year in which reference has been made under section 166. Form No. 47 is the accompanying accountant's certificate.
March 26, 2026
Form No. 46 – Frequently Asked Questions
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Arm's length price option through Form No. 46 covers multiple years, online filing, and accountant certification.
Exercise of option for determination of arm's length price under section 166(9) is made through Form No. 46 for international transactions or specified domestic transactions for multiple years in a single proceeding. The option covers the second and third tax years immediately following the first tax year in which a reference has been made under section 166. Form No. 46 must be filed between the end of the third tax year and 30 June following that year, only online through the Income Tax e-Filing portal, and accompanied by the accountant's certificate in Form No. 47.
March 26, 2026
Guidance Note - Form 44
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Foreign tax credit filing rules for Form 44 require resident assessees to report foreign income, refunds, and supporting documents.
Form No. 44 is required for a resident assessee claiming foreign tax credit under Rule 76 or intimating refund of foreign tax arising from carry backward of loss, revision of return, or similar changes. It must generally be filed within 12 months from the end of the relevant tax year, or by the date of furnishing an updated return where applicable. The form covers particulars of the person, foreign income and credit claimed, and any refund of foreign tax, and must be supported by documents on income, foreign tax paid, disputes, and refund particulars. Filing is made through the e-filing portal with e-verification, and accountant verification applies in specified cases.
March 26, 2026
National Housing Bank launches Gruh Sugam Portal focusing on Defence, Paramilitary & Government Personnel
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Digital housing loan access expands through a unified marketplace for defence and government personnel.
The Gruh Sugam Portal streamlines digital housing loan access for Defence personnel, members of paramilitary forces, and State and Central Government employees through their administrative units. It functions as a unified digital marketplace that relays minimal loan requests to registered lending institutions, enables comparison of competing offers, and supports seamless digital integration, online query resolution, grievance redressal, and consumer protection. The initiative is aimed at improving transparency, efficiency, financial inclusion, and affordable home ownership.
March 26, 2026
Form 44 - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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Foreign tax credit filing requires Form 44, with online submission, supporting documents, and accountant verification in specified cases.
Form No. 44 is the prescribed electronic statement for a resident assessee claiming foreign tax credit on income from a country or specified territory outside India. It is mandatory where foreign income is involved and credit is sought for foreign tax paid, and it also applies where a refund of foreign tax arises after credit has already been claimed. The form must be filed online through the e-filing portal within the specified time, and it includes particulars of the person, foreign income and credit details, and refund-related details. Supporting certificates, proof of payment or deduction, and accountant verification in specified cases are required.
March 26, 2026
Health insurance sector records Strong growth momentum with premiums exceeding ₹1.2 lakh crore in 2024-25
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Cashless health insurance claims timelines and fair pricing measures aim to improve settlement efficiency and policyholder trust.
IRDAI has prescribed timelines for cashless health insurance claims, requiring pre-authorisation within one hour and final authorisation within three hours to reduce delays and support timely medical care. The sector has also seen strong growth in premiums, while fair pricing under 2024 regulations is linked to relevant risk factors, periodic actuarial review, credible data and customer feedback. Claims settlement data, grievance disposal figures and common grounds for disallowance or repudiation are also noted.
March 26, 2026
Guidance Note - Form 43
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Tax residency certificate enables DTAA benefits and is issued by the Assessing Officer on application with supporting documents.
Form 43 is the tax residency certificate issued by the Assessing Officer for the purposes of section 159 of the Income-tax Act, 2025. It certifies that a person is resident in India for a stated period and enables the taxpayer to claim benefits under a Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement. The certificate is issued on an application made in Form 42 with the supporting documents required by the Assessing Officer and is not subject to statutory due dates or an ordinary taxpayer filing process.
March 26, 2026
Form 43 – Frequently Asked Questions
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Tax Residency Certificate issued on request supports residence proof for DTAA benefits and section 159 purposes.
Form 43 is the Tax Residency Certificate issued by the Assessing Officer to certify residence in India for the purposes of section 159 and Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement benefits. It is not filed by the taxpayer; it is issued on request when Form 42 is submitted with the required documents. The certificate is generated through the ITBA and made available on the e-filing portal, and no specific statutory limit is stated on the number of certificates that may be issued in a year for distinct valid periods.
March 26, 2026
Guidance Note - Form 42
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Tax residency certificate application streamlined through Form 42, with electronic filing, document upload, and issuance of Form 43.
Form 42 is the application for a tax residency certificate in India for the purposes of section 159 of the Income-tax Act, 2025 and treaty benefits under a Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement. It is filed electronically by a resident claiming Indian tax residency, with supporting identity, incorporation, and other documents, and may be verified through electronic verification code, Aadhaar OTP, net banking, bank or demat account mechanisms, or digital signature. Processing of the form results in issue of Form 43.
March 26, 2026
FORM 42– Frequently Asked Questions
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Tax Residency Certificate application Form 42 governs online filing, supporting documents, and DTAA benefit access.
Form 42 is the prescribed application for obtaining a Tax Residency Certificate in India for the purposes of claiming benefits under Double Taxation Avoidance Agreements. It is filed online through the e-filing portal, requires a valid PAN, and is not mandatory in every case. The form cannot be edited after submission, though withdrawal may be enabled, and supporting documents such as passport, incorporation records, and proof of stay in India may be required.
March 26, 2026
60 days of oil stocks, 800,000 tonnes of LPG secured, says govt, dismissing shortage reports as misinformation
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Petroleum and LPG supply security remains intact as the government rejects shortage claims and cites ample stock cover.
India's petroleum and LPG supply position is described as secure, with about 60 days of fuel stock cover and no rationing or shortage at retail outlets. The government says crude supplies for the next 60 days have been tied up from multiple international sources, refinery utilisation is above full capacity, and alternative imports have offset disruption linked to tensions around the Strait of Hormuz. It also states that 800,000 tonnes of LPG cargoes have been secured, about one month of LPG supply is arranged, and measures have been taken to prevent hoarding and keep deliveries steady.
March 26, 2026
Guidance Note - Form 41
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DTAA self-declaration for non-residents enables treaty tax benefits through electronic filing and residency verification.
Form 41 is a self-declaration for non-resident taxpayers seeking Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement benefits on income from India. It is filed once in a tax year, requires a valid Tax Residency Certificate and Tax Identification Number, and is submitted electronically through the income-tax e-filing portal. Treaty benefits depend on valid filing, supported by the required documents and electronic verification.

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National Housing Bank launches Gruh Sugam Portal focusing on Defence, Paramilitary & Government Personnel

March 26, 2026

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Gruh Sugam Portal a pathbreaking digital initiative to streamline the home loan process, enhance transparency and foster affordability

The National Housing Bank (NHB), the apex agency established by Government of India to promote cost effective housing finance system, has launched the Gruh Sugam Portal. The portal enables Defence / Government personnel to avail home loans with ease from the location of their posting.

This portal will accelerate digital lending adoption and financial inclusion. It will facilitate increased home ownership through improved access to housing loans, strengthening the mission of promoting affordable and sustainable housing finance

Salient features of the portal:

  • Defence Personnel, Members of Paramilitary Forces, Government Employees (State and Central) can apply for housing loans digitally through their respective administrative units. No need to visit the banks and financial institutions for loan approvals and processing.
  • Unified Digital Marketplace which enables market transparency and discovery of best suited offer.
  • Seamless digital integration with NHB and lending institutions to ensure ease of operations
  • Enhanced Loan Processing Efficiency
  • Grievance Redressal and Consumer Protection
  • Online Chat facility for quick query resolution

Impact:

The portal enables registration by the government entity for accessing the facilities of the portal. It also facilitates the registration and application by defence / paramilitary / Govt. Staff though their respective administrative units. The employees register their request for a housing loan with minimal data, which is then relayed to the registered lending institutions. The lending institutions will provide their best offer which can be compared and accepted by the loan applicant. This will improve ease of accessing home loan facility, especially by the defence / paramilitary forces from remote locations also, thereby increasing affordable home ownership in the country.

The portal can be accessed using the URL: https://gruhsugam.nhbonline.org.in/

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