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New vs Old Tax Regime

New vs Old Tax Regime The new tax regime under the Income Tax Act in India, introduced in the Union Budget 2020-21, offers taxpayers an alternative tax structure with lower tax rates but without various deductions and exemptions available under the old tax regime. New tax regime: 1. Lower Tax Rates: The new tax regime… Read More »

Why TDS was introduced?

Introduction of TDS   Introduction of TDS,The concept of Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) was implement to streamline the process of tax collection, enhance adherence to tax regulations, and tackle the diverse issues encountered by tax authorities. Here are some reasons why TDS was introduced: Revenue Assurance: TDS helps in ensuring a steady flow of… Read More »

What is direct tax and indirect tax?

Indirect and Direct Tax    Indirect and Direct tax is a type of tax that is imposed on the income or wealth of an individual or entity. It is called “direct” because the tax is levied directly on the person or entity that is liable to pay it. The tax liability cannot be shifted to… Read More »

RCM in GST: What is the full form of RCM in GST?

RCM in GST The RCM stands for Reverse Charge Mechanism in GST. The Reverse Charge Mechanism is a concept under GST wherein the recipient of goods or services is liable to pay the GST instead of the supplier. To put it differently, the Reverse Charge Mechanism necessitates that the individual receiving goods or services obliged… Read More »

PAN number: Does the PAN number become a part of the GST number in registration?

PAN number GSTIN (Goods and Services Tax Identification Number) is a unique 15-digit alphanumeric code issue to every registered taxpayer under the GST regime. The first two digits of the GSTIN represent the state code, followed by the next 10 digits representing the PAN number of the taxpayer, then a 2-digit entity code for the… Read More »