GSTR-3B Hard-Locking and IMS: Why GSTR-1 and the Invoice Management System Now Decide Your GST Liability

GSTR-3B liability has been hard-locked since the July 2025 tax period. Corrections move to GSTR-1A and credit is shaped by IMS. Here is how to file under the new regime and what is expected around July 2026.

HRA 50% Exemption Now Covers 8 Cities From FY 2026-27: Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Pune and Ahmedabad Added Under the Income-tax Rules 2026

The Income-tax Rules, 2026 add Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Pune and Ahmedabad to the 50% HRA exemption list from FY 2026-27. Here is what changed, who is affected, and the action for employers and employees.

Section 80-IAC Startup Tax Holiday for FY 2025-26: How DPIIT Startups Claim the 100% Three-Year Deduction, the March 31 2030 Extension, and the Section 140 Transition Under the Income-tax Act 2025

Section 80-IAC gives DPIIT-recognised startups a 100% deduction of profits for any 3 consecutive years out of 10. Eligibility, the 31 March 2030 extension, MAT and 115BAA traps, and the Section 140 transition under the Income-tax Act 2025.

GSTN Defers Mandatory Ship-To GSTIN and E-Way Bill Voluntary Closure to August 1, 2026: What Changes and How to Prepare

GSTN has deferred the mandatory Ship-To GSTIN field and the voluntary E-Way Bill closure facility from 15 June to 1 August 2026. Here is what changes and how to prepare.

CBDT Compulsory Scrutiny Guidelines FY 2026-27: The Six Categories That Trigger a Section 143(2) Notice by June 30, 2026

CBDT compulsory scrutiny guidelines FY 2026-27: the six categories (CS-01 to CS-06) that trigger a Section 143(2) notice by 30 June 2026, explained for CAs and founders.

CBDT FAQ Deep-Dive Series #7: Section 43B Actual-Payment Deductions and the 43B(h) MSME Disallowance Under the Income-tax Act 2025 – How Section 37 Maps the Transition Before the September 30, 2026 Tax Audit

Section 43B becomes Section 37 of the Income-tax Act 2025 and 43B(h) becomes Section 37(2)(g). Period-aware guide to the MSME disallowance for the 30 Sept 2026 tax audit.

DIR-3 KYC Due Date June 30, 2026: The New Triennial Director KYC Rule, Who Must File This Year, and the Rs 5,000 DIN Reactivation Penalty

DIR-3 KYC is now triennial under MCA G.S.R. 943(E). Who must still file by 30 June 2026, the 30-day event rule, and the Rs 5,000 DIN reactivation penalty.

Form 16 for FY 2025-26: The June 15, 2026 Employer Deadline, the Rs 100 Per Day Penalty, and the Pre-Issue TRACES Checklist

Form 16 for FY 2025-26 is due June 15, 2026. Miss it and face Rs 100 per day under Section 272A(2)(g). Pre-issue Form 24Q and TRACES checklist for employers.

CCFS-2026 Deadline July 15, 2026: The Companies Compliance Facilitation Scheme Closeout Checklist Before the 10 Per Cent Late-Fee Window Shuts

CCFS-2026 closes July 15, 2026. Clear pending MGT-7, AOC-4 and ADT-1 at 10% of the additional fee. Eligibility, immunity, strike-off and the closeout checklist.