Income Tax 12 August 2026
Tax Dispute Halts Judges' ITR
The Delhi High Court has ordered a halt to the processing of income tax returns for judges due to a tax dispute over their benefits, which falls under the New Tax Regime introduced by the government. This decision affects the judges' income tax returns, causing a delay in their processing as the court awaits a resolution to the dispute.
The New Tax Regime, introduced under Section 115BAC of The Income Tax, has led to a dispute over judges' benefits in India.
- The dispute centers around the taxation of judges' benefits.
The Delhi High Court has ordered a halt to the processing of income tax returns for judges until the dispute is resolved.
*Taxpayers* are advised to keep track of updates on this matter as it may impact their own income tax returns.
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