Section 68 Addition Upheld: Rs 78 Lakh Cash Deposits Unexplained, Presumptive Tax Relief Denied Due to High Turnover

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....ITAT upheld addition under section 68 regarding unexplained cash deposits of Rs. 78,00,000/- as assessee failed to provide satisfactory explanation or supporting documentation despite opportunities from AO and CIT(A). Assessee's alternative plea to apply 8% presumptive taxation under section 44AD was rejected as turnover exceeded eligible threshold of Rs. 60 lakh. However, ITAT deleted AO's addition of 8% presumptive tax on remaining turnover of Rs. 28,14,676/-, accepting explanation that deposits originated from assessee's business profits and father's savings/business accruals. Tribunal found father's business history with turnover between Rs. 51-62 lakh made explanation plausible. Appeal partially allowed with respect to smaller cash deposits while maintaining primary addition under section 68.....