S.263 revision upheld: one-time accumulated forex loss disallowed; only current-year exchange fluctuation allowed, matter remitted for fresh determination

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....ITAT upheld the PCIT's revision under s.263, holding the assessment to be erroneous and prejudicial to revenue for permitting a one-time deduction of accumulated foreign exchange loss on ECB repayment. Applying AS-11/ICDS-VI principles, the Tribunal confirmed that exchange differences must be recognized at each balance-sheet date and only the current-year fluctuation (Rs. 2,34,703.29 as found by PCIT) is allowable; the assessee's claimed deduction of Rs. 28,72,92,351/- was disallowed. The matter was set aside to the AO for fresh determination in accordance with PCIT's directions, affording the assessee an opportunity to be heard.....