Tax, GST & finance, explained clearly.
Original coverage of Indian tax rulings, GST changes, compliance deadlines and money decisions — distilled into plain English by the Bluman editorial desk.
Tax Audit Deadline for AY 2026-27: Why Waiting for an Extension Could Cost You More Than a Penalty
The statutory tax audit deadline for AY 2026-27 is 30 September 2026, with no official extension as of 24 September. Missing it risks not just penalty, but cascading compliance setbacks most overlook. Here's what really happens and how to protect your position.
26 Sept 2026 · 6 min read
Crypto Gains Still Taxed at 30%—But the 2025 Income Tax Act Demands Far Stricter Reporting from Investors and Exchanges
India’s revamped Income-tax Act, 2025 keeps the 30% tax on crypto gains but dramatically expands documentation and annual reporting duties for investors and exchanges. Here’s what changes (and what doesn’t) from 2026.
26 Sept 2026 · 4 min read
Bought Property Below Stamp Value and Missed Your ITR? Why Taxpayers Like Mr. Rai Escaped Penalty, and What You Must Prove
Recent ITAT Delhi relief for a taxpayer who bought property below stamp value spotlights a crucial Section 270A(6)(a) exception: genuine errors paired with full disclosure may save you from hefty penalties—even if you missed your ITR filing.
26 Sept 2026 · 4 min read
TDS on Property, Rent and More: Why Form 141 Will Change How Individuals and HUFs Report Select Payments From April 2026
From 1 April 2026, paying rent, property sellers, or contractors? You’ll use Form 141 for TDS: here’s what it covers, who must file, and what changes for individuals and HUFs.
23 Sept 2026 · 4 min read
Missed the ITR Filing Deadline But Owed a TDS Refund? The Crucial Steps to Still Claim Your Money—and the Costs Involved
Many believe a missed ITR deadline means their TDS refund is lost—but refunds can still be claimed via a belated return or condonation application. Here’s how to avoid missing your money (and what it could cost you).
21 Sept 2026 · 5 min read
Selling Property in India as an NRI? The TDS Trap Many Overseas Sellers Overlook
NRIs selling property in India face complex TDS rules—buyers must deduct TDS at much higher rates than for residents. Understand the actual rates, surcharges, and how to reduce excess deduction.
21 Sept 2026 · 4 min read
Thinking of Buying or Inheriting Gold in 2026? The New Tax Rules and Seizure Limits You Can’t Afford to Ignore
From 1 April 2026, unexplained gold is taxed at 30% (down from 60%), but misreporting can trigger a 200% penalty. Know new limits, ITR reporting and seizure rules before buying or inheriting gold.
20 Sept 2026 · 4 min read
Thinking of Downloading a PAN Card With Your Aadhaar in 2026? Read This First to Avoid a Costly Mistake
Planning to get a PAN using your Aadhaar in 2026? Instant e-PAN is free but only for new applicants. Here’s the correct, official process, who it’s for, and what to avoid.
20 Sept 2026 · 3 min read
Registering as a Valuer or Income-Tax Practitioner in 2026? Here’s What the New Forms and Deadline Extension Mean for You
CBDT has overhauled registration for valuers and income-tax practitioners from 2026, updating Forms 169/171 and pushing the registration deadline to 31 March 2027. What’s changed, and what does it mean for you?
19 Sept 2026 · 3 min read
Need this handled by a Chartered Accountant?
Bluman connects you with a qualified CA for tax, GST, compliance and business questions — usually the same day.