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Section 195 of the Income Tax Act, 1961 mandates deduction of Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) on payments made to non-residents such as NRIs and foreign companies. It ensures that tax is collected at the source when income arises from India, covering payments like interest, royalty, professional fees, rent, and capital gains. This mechanism prevents tax evasion and secures government revenue by holding the payer accountable for deduction and remittance of tax to the government

Filing income tax returns in India as a Non-Resident Indian (NRI) involves specific rules, documents, and eligibility conditions. Taxation for NRIs depends on income earned or received fin India, and with recent updates under the Union Budget 2025, understanding these nuances is crucial for compliance. The process includes determining residential status, choosing the correct ITR form, claiming eligible deductions, and filing the return through the official e-filing portal. P

The ITR deadline for Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) for the financial year 2024-25 has been extended to 16 September 2025, as per CBDT Circular No. 06/2025. The extension was granted due to technical issues on the Income Tax portal, giving taxpayers additional time to complete their filings. NRIs must comply with the provisions of the Income Tax Act, 1961, and file their returns if their Indian-sourced income crosses the basic exemption limit. Missing the deadline leads to penal

Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) earning income in India can claim selected deductions under Chapter VI-A of the Income Tax Act, 1961, to reduce taxable income. While the options are limited compared to resident taxpayers, NRIs remain eligible for key deductions such as Section 80C, 80D, 80E, 80G, and 80TTA. Understanding these allowances is essential to maximize tax savings, avoid penalties, and maintain compliance. Using a reliable tax filing platform like TaxBuddy can stream

The tariff war has been escalating across the globe since President Trump came into power in the US. Like most countries, India is...

NRIs earning income in India must carefully select the correct ITR form to ensure compliance and avoid penalties. Choosing the wrong form can lead to processing delays, scrutiny, or fines. Income from property, capital gains, salary, business, or professional activity determines which ITR form is suitable. Recent updates for AY 2025-26 emphasize filing deadlines, e-verification, and DTAA applicability for NRIs. Proper reporting of Indian income and bank account details is ess

Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) have unique tax obligations in India, which can make the Income Tax Return (ITR) filing process more complex...

Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) often face complexities when filing income tax returns in India due to cross-border income, TDS provisions,...

Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) often face unique tax obligations in India, especially when it comes to capital gains from the sale of...

Living overseas and earning money from India? A Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement (DTAA) may qualify you for lower tax rates. The...