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The Tribunal held that the AO's basis for rectification, based solely on an internal audit report suggesting a higher profit rate, might not be permissible under Section 154. The matter was remanded to the CIT(A) to examine the validity of the rectification and provide the assessee with an opportunity to present their case.
The Tribunal held that the issue was covered by a previous decision of the ITAT in favor of the assessee. Since that decision was not stayed or overruled, the appeal of the Revenue was dismissed.
The Tribunal found merit in the assessee's argument that key personnel were in judicial custody and crucial documents were seized, hindering proper representation. Therefore, the matter was restored to the Assessing Officer for fresh adjudication.
The Tribunal found merit in the assessee's argument that key personnel were in judicial custody and crucial documents were seized, hindering proper representation. Therefore, the matter was restored to the Assessing Officer for fresh adjudication.
The ITAT upheld the disallowance of PF/ESI payments as per the Supreme Court decision in Checkmate Services Pvt. Ltd. However, the tribunal allowed the set-off of this disallowance against brought forward business losses.
The Tribunal found merit in the assessee's argument that key personnel were in judicial custody and crucial documents were seized, hindering proper representation. Therefore, the matter was restored to the Assessing Officer for fresh adjudication.
The Tribunal found merit in the assessee's argument that key personnel were in judicial custody and crucial documents were seized, hindering proper representation. Therefore, the matter was restored to the Assessing Officer for fresh adjudication.
The Tribunal found merit in the assessee's argument that key personnel were in judicial custody and crucial documents were seized, hindering proper representation. Therefore, the matter was restored to the Assessing Officer for fresh adjudication.
The Tribunal found that the CIT(A)'s order was based on a wrong assumption about a pending Supreme Court case. However, it acknowledged that advances received in prior years and from foreign nationals represented a subsisting liability. The issue was restored to the AO for further verification of refunds, income recognition in subsequent years, and cessation of liability.
The Tribunal found merit in the assessee's argument that key personnel were in judicial custody and crucial documents were seized, hindering proper representation. Therefore, the matter was restored to the Assessing Officer for fresh adjudication.
The Tribunal held that the assessee cannot be penalized for the employer's failure to deposit the deducted TDS. Credit for the TDS deducted from the assessee's salary should be granted, following the Delhi High Court's decision.
The ITAT held that the CIT(A) NFAC has co-terminus powers and should have decided the issue on merit. The tribunal found that the CIT(A) NFAC erred by dismissing the appeal solely on the ground of non-production of records before the AO.
The Tribunal held that the assessee failed to explain the source of the remaining sale consideration before the lower authorities. However, to meet the ends of justice, the matter was remanded back to the CIT(A) for fresh adjudication.
The Tribunal condoned the delay in filing the appeal in the interest of justice. It held that the impugned order of the CIT(A) did not comply with Section 250(6) of the Act as it was passed ex-parte without dealing with the merits of the case.
The Tribunal condoned the delay in one appeal and decided to remand all appeals back to the Assessing Officer for de novo consideration. The assessee was directed to produce all relevant documents to substantiate its case.
The Tribunal condoned the delay in one appeal and decided to remand all appeals back to the Assessing Officer for de novo consideration. The assessee was directed to produce all relevant documents to substantiate its case.
The Tribunal condoned the delay in one appeal and decided to remand all appeals back to the Assessing Officer for de novo consideration. The assessee was directed to produce all relevant documents to substantiate its case.
The Tribunal held that the CIT(A) erred in dismissing the appeal on technical grounds without adjudicating the merits. The matter was remanded to the Assessing Officer to verify the filing of Form 67 and grant FTC accordingly, following precedents where the procedural requirement of Form 67 was treated as directory.
The Tribunal condoned the delay in one appeal and decided to remand all appeals back to the Assessing Officer for de novo consideration. The assessee was directed to produce all relevant documents, and a specific direction was given regarding the distribution of drugs.
The Tribunal condoned the delay in filing the appeal and set aside the CIT(A)'s order. A fresh opportunity was granted to the assessee to present their case on merits before the CIT(A), subject to payment of costs.
The Tribunal held that an appeal against an assessment order passed under Section 144C(3) of the Income Tax Act, due to the assessee's failure to raise objections, is not maintainable before the Tribunal as per Section 253(1)(d). This is because the order was not passed pursuant to directions from the Dispute Resolution Panel.
The Tribunal condoned the delay in filing the appeal before the CIT(A) and restored the issue to the Assessing Officer. The assessee was directed to provide necessary details and appear before the AO without adjournment, with a cost of Rs. 3,000/- to be paid to the Prime Minister National Relief Fund.
The Tribunal condoned the delay in one appeal and decided to remand all appeals back to the Assessing Officer for de novo consideration. The assessee was directed to produce all relevant documents to substantiate its case.
The Tribunal held that since the additions on which the penalty was levied were no longer in existence due to the earlier ITAT order setting aside the assessment, the penalty order could not survive. The penalty issue was restored to the Assessing Officer for reconsideration.
The Tribunal held that the reasons provided by the assessee for the delay, citing technical issues with the online portal, were bonafide and constituted a reasonable cause. The delay was condoned, and the matter was restored to the CIT(A) for fresh adjudication on merits.
The Tribunal held that the CIT(A) did not satisfactorily deal with the factual aspect of the delay and that technicalities should not stand in the way of substantial justice. The delay was condoned, and the appeal was restored to the CIT(A) for a decision on merits.
The Tribunal found the assessee's reason for non-appearance to be bonafide and acceptable. Therefore, the order of the CIT(A) was set aside to provide the assessee with one more opportunity of hearing.
The Tribunal found that the assessee had provided evidence for withdrawals that could explain the deposits. It directed the Assessing Officer to verify these withdrawals and confirmation letters to decide the matter on merits.
The Tribunal held that the assessee had provided sufficient evidence, including cash book extracts and bank statements, to prove the availability of opening cash balance as on April 1, 2016. Therefore, the addition made by the AO was incorrect.
The Tribunal found merit in the assessee's plea that a lapse occurred due to non-communication of notices by her accountant. It held that substantial justice should prevail over technicalities and set aside the impugned order.
The Tribunal held that the assessee had provided sufficient evidence to explain the source of Rs. 9 lakhs cash deposit as it was withdrawn from the same bank account on the date of demonetization. The balance amount was also considered to be from salary income.
The Tribunal condoned the delay in filing the appeal. It found that the assessee had provided some evidence to explain the source of cash deposits, which warranted further examination by the Assessing Officer.
The tribunal found that the CIT(A)'s order did not comply with Section 250(6) of the IT Act as it did not dispose of the appeal on merits. The tribunal set aside the order and restored the appeal to the CIT(A).
The Tribunal found that the assessee had availed a gold loan of Rs. 10 lakhs, which could explain a significant portion of the remaining addition. The matter was restored to the Assessing Officer for verification of this fact.
The Tribunal found that the Assessing Officer and CIT(A) did not properly consider the details and explanations submitted by the assessee regarding the source of investment. Therefore, the matter was set aside to the Assessing Officer for re-examination.
The Tribunal found the assessee's reason for non-appearance to be bonafide and acceptable. Therefore, the order of the CIT(A) was set aside, and the matter was restored for fresh adjudication.
The Tribunal found that neither the Assessing Officer nor the CIT(A) discussed the addition on merits or in light of Section 41(1). The CIT(A) also disposed of the appeal without considering the adjournment request, violating principles of natural justice.
The tribunal corrected a typographical error in its previous order. An addition of Rs. 8,00,000/- was deleted, and the remaining amount of Rs. 2,00,623/- was confirmed.
The tribunal corrected a clerical error in its previous order. The Assessing Officer is directed to consider any documents filed by the assessee and pass a speaking order after examining them.
The Tribunal held that the CIT(A) erred in disposing of the appeal ex-parte without considering the merits of the case. Even in cases of non-appearance, appeals should be decided on merit based on available material.
The Tribunal held that the CIT(A) erred in dismissing the appeal on technical grounds without considering the merits. The principles of natural justice require that appeals should be decided on merit even in cases of non-appearance.
The Tribunal condoned the delay in filing the appeal and remanded the matter back to the Assessing Officer. The assessee was directed to produce all relevant documents and evidence, subject to payment of costs.
The Tribunal held that the AO had conducted necessary inquiries and examination, and had taken a reasonable view in accepting the assessee's explanation. Therefore, the Pr.CIT's order under Section 263 was not sustainable. The Tribunal also clarified that for capital contributions to a firm, capital gains arise in the hands of the partner, and the value recorded in the firm's books is the full value of consideration.
The Tribunal held that the AO had conducted necessary inquiries and examination, and had taken a reasonable view in accepting the assessee's explanation. Therefore, the Pr.CIT's order under Section 263 was not sustainable. The Tribunal also clarified that for capital contributions to a firm, capital gains arise in the hands of the partner, and the value recorded in the firm's books is the full value of consideration.
The Tribunal held that the assessment order passed by the Assessing Officer on January 30, 2023, was barred by limitation. The notice under Section 148 was served on February 24, 2021. According to Section 153(2) of the Income Tax Act, 1961, no order of assessment or reassessment shall be made under Section 147 after the expiry of nine months from the end of the financial year in which the notice under Section 148 was served. For the financial year in which the notice was served (ending March 31, 2021), the time limit for passing the assessment order would be March 31, 2022. Since the assessment order was passed on January 30, 2023, it was beyond the prescribed time limit. The Tribunal found merit in the assessee's argument regarding limitation. Consequently, the reassessment proceedings were quashed as being barred by limitation. As the assessee succeeded on this preliminary legal issue, other grounds raised by the assessee were rendered academic and not adjudicated. The Special Audit (SA) filed by the assessee was dismissed as infructuous.
The Tribunal held that the amount received by the assessee on account of loss of employment due to company closure partakes the character of a capital receipt and is not taxable. The Tribunal followed previous decisions in similar cases.
The Tribunal held that the CIT(A) erred by accepting the assessee's submissions without calling for a remand report from the AO. The veracity of documents produced by the assessee needs verification by the AO.
The Tribunal held that the assessee filed the appeal within the time limit but in the wrong format. Given the circumstances and the transition to e-filing, the delay in e-filing should be condoned, and the assessee should be permitted to e-file the appeal.
The Tribunal found that the CIT(A) failed to consider the assessee's submissions and erroneously reproduced unrelated assessment order details, indicating a lack of proper application of mind. Therefore, the impugned order was set aside.
The Tribunal found that the assessee had furnished the requisite information. Therefore, the impugned order was set aside and the matter was restored to the CIT(E) for fresh consideration.