The Direct Taxes Manual is acknowledged as the benchmark for excellence in direct taxation, setting the highest standards for accuracy, depth, and comprehensive coverage. This manual has been the preferred publication for tax professionals, legal practitioners, and revenue officers across India for over fifty years. Its reputation as the most authoritative guide in direct taxation is built on Taxmann's unwavering commitment to delivering precision and clarity in every edition. Celebrated for its systematic approach, the manual provides a structured and in-depth understanding of direct tax laws. What distinguishes the Direct Taxes Manual is its exhaustive and up-to-date content, unmatched in scope and reliability. This three-volume set is designed to be a one-stop resource, providing an all-encompassing compilation of: • Acts • Rules • Landmark Rulings • Direct Taxes Law Lexicon • Circulars, Clarifications & Notifications • Schemes • Return Forms • Other Rules/Schemes This book incorporates all the changes made by the following: • Volume One | Acts – Amended by the Finance Act, 2024 and Finance (No. 2) Act, 2024 • Volume Two | Rules – Incorporating all Available Amendments Notified up to Income Tax (Sixth Amendment) Rules, 2024 and Return Forms for A.Y. 2024-25 • Volume Three | Landmark Rulings, Direct Taxes Law Lexicon, Circulars, Clarifications & Notifications, Schemes – Amended up to July 2024 The Present Publication is the 54th Edition, edited by Taxmann's Editorial Board, with the following volume-wise noteworthy features: • Volume One | Acts o [Detailed Annotations and Practical Tools] Each section is accompanied by extensive annotations that provide: § Relevant Rules & Forms applicable to that section § Key Circulars & Notifications issued by the government, which are essential for interpretation and application § Dates of Enforcement for specific provisions, enabling readers to understand the chronological application of the law § Cross-references to Allied Laws, which are crucial for a holistic understanding of the legal context in which the Income-tax Act operates o [Historical Context and Legislative Evolution] The book includes a detailed history of amendments to the Income-tax Act since 1961, providing insights into the evolution of the Income-tax Act. This feature helps understand the legislative intent and historical developments behind current provisions o [User-Friendly Design and Accessibility] The book is designed with user convenience in mind. Section numbers are prominently printed in folios, enabling readers to navigate the text swiftly. The comprehensive Table of Contents further enhances the ease of access • Volume Two | Rules o [Comprehensive Guide to Amendments] In-depth coverage of all amendments made to the Income-tax Rules in 2023-2024 o [Coverage] Includes § Rules & Schemes which are either notified or referenced under the Income-tax Act, 1961 § ICDS & Faceless Schemes § STT, CTT & EL § Income-tax Return Forms for Assessment Year 2024-25 o [Practical Tools] § Action Points for Forms with clear explanations of relevant provisions and step-by-step filing processes for each form § Quick Identification of redundant forms and e-forms, enhancing filing efficiency • Volume Three | Landmark Rulings, Direct Taxes Law Lexicon, Circulars, Clarifications & Notifications, Schemes o [20+ Schemes] under the Income-tax Act are covered o [Words & Phrases] with: § Section Key & Alphabetical Index – Judicially defined terms are organized by section and alphabetically, providing quick access to precise legal interpretations o [Circulars & Notifications (1961 – June 2024)] Summaries of all significant government circulars and notifications, ensuring up-to-date awareness of regulatory practices o [Case Laws (1922 – June 2024)] A digest of landmark rulings by the Supreme Court and High Courts, highlighting key legal principles and their impact on the Income-tax Act

Direct Taxes Law & Practice is a comprehensive and authoritative commentary on direct tax law, recognized for over two decades as a trusted resource for tax professionals. This professional edition is designed to explain the complexities of direct tax law and equip practitioners to apply these provisions effectively in real-world scenarios. The book is essential for those who need to understand the intricacies of the law. It is tailored for experienced tax practitioners, chartered accountants, legal professionals, tax officers, and others; this book is particularly beneficial for those involved in the practice of Income-tax, International Tax, Transfer Pricing, and other areas of direct tax. It provides a thorough and up-to-date resource that is both practical and analytical. The compendious and complex nature of direct tax law presents significant challenges for practitioners who must understand the theoretical aspects and apply these laws in practice. This book is invaluable in providing: • Familiarity with the key provisions of direct taxes • Awareness of the nature, scope, and implications of these provisions • Up-to-date Knowledge of how statutory provisions have been interpreted by various courts, ensuring that practitioners are well-equipped with the latest legal perspectives The Present Publication is the Latest Edition for Assessment Years 2024-25 & 2025-26, authored by Dr Vinod K. Singhania & Dr Kapil Singhania, incorporating all the amendments made by the Finance (No. 2) Act 2024. The salient features of this book are as follows: • [Thoroughly Revised] The text has been updated and revised to enhance readability, ensuring that complex topics are presented in a user-friendly manner, making it an essential companion for practitioners who require quick, reliable information • [Lucid & Precise Explanations] The treatment of each topic is clear, to the point, and painstakingly arranged in numbered paragraphs and sub-paragraphs. This format enhances readability, making it easier for practitioners to understand the content. The commentary also provides practical application advice, providing illustrations and examples that clarify how legal principles work in practice • [Comprehensive Coverage] The book provides an exhaustive analysis of all relevant provisions of the Income-tax Act, supported by the latest judicial pronouncements, circulars, notifications, and rules. Over 600 illustrations supplement the theoretical discussions, offering practical examples that help clarify complex issues, making the study of direct taxes simpler and more approachable • [Integrated Analyses] This edition integrates the analyses from various sources, including: o Income-tax Act, 1961 o Income-tax Rules, 1962 o Frequently asked questions for complex provisions o Section-wise Gist of Relevant Circulars, Clarifications and Notifications issued from January 2016 to June 2024 o Section-wise Digest of all Landmark Rulings by the Apex Court and High Courts from 2016 to June 2024 • [Tax Planning Guidance] Strategic tax planning hints are provided throughout the book, indicating where tax planning can be effectively implemented to optimize tax liabilities • [Latest Amendments & Judicial Interpretations] The book includes all the latest circulars, notifications, amendments, and case laws, ensuring that practitioners are up-to-date with recent legal developments. It highlights recent citations of court rulings, providing a comprehensive view of the law's current state • [User-Friendly Navigation] Equipped with a detailed alphabetic subject index and a list of cases, this book allows practitioners to quickly find the relevant discussion or ruling. The section-wise gist of relevant circulars and notifications further enhances its utility as a reference tool • [Bestseller Legacy] As part of Taxmann's renowned bestseller series, this book has consistently been the top choice for professionals seeking reliable and up-to-date tax commentary • [Zero Error Commitment] Adhering to Taxmann's rigorous Six Sigma approach, this edition strives to meet the highest standards of accuracy, ensuring a 'Zero Error' benchmark in its commentary

Taxmann's flagship commentary on Direct Taxes has been the most trusted & bestselling commentary for experienced practitioners for over twenty years. It aims at not only making the reader understand the law but also helping them develop the ability to apply it. In other words, this book aims at providing the reader with the following: • Acquire familiarity with the various direct tax provisions • Awareness of direct tax provisions • The nature and scope of direct tax provisions • Up-to-date knowledge of how a statutory provision has been interpreted by different courts of law on different occasions The Present Publication is the Latest Edition for Assessment Years 2023-24 & 2024-25, authored by Dr Vinod K. Singhania & Dr Kapil Singhania, incorporating all the amendments made by the Finance Act 2023. The salient features of this book are as follows: • [Thoroughly Revised] to make the text more reader-friendly • [Lucid & To-The-Point Explanations] which have been arranged in paras & sub-paras with distinct numbers to make the practitioners more efficient in their work • [Theoretical Discussions Supplemented by Unique 600+ Illustrations] covering an exhaustive range of issues with reference to the latest Case Laws • [Tax Planning] Hints are given wherever tax planning can be resorted to • [Coverage of Statutory & Judicial Precedents] o In-depth analysis of all provisions of the Income-tax Act with relevant Rules, Judicial Pronouncements, Circulars and Notifications o Frequently asked questions for complex provisions o Gist of relevant Circulars and Notifications issued from January 2023 to February 2023 o Digest of all Landmark Rulings by the Apex Court, High Courts, and Tribunals from 2015 to February 2023 • [Bestseller Series] Taxmann's Bestseller Book for more than twenty years • [Zero Error] Follows the Six Sigma Approach to achieve the Benchmark of 'Zero Error' • The detailed contents of the book are as follows: o Basic Concepts o Residential Status and Tax Incidence o Incomes Exempt from Tax o Salaries o Income from House Property o Profits and Gains of Business or Profession o Capital Gains o Income from Other Sources o Income of Other Persons included in Assessee's Total Income o Set off and Carry Forward of Losses o Deductions from Gross Total Income and Tax Liability o Agriculture Income o Typical Problems on the Assessment of Individuals o Tax Treatment of Hindu Undivided Families o Special Provisions Governing Assessment of Firms and Associations of Persons o Taxation of Companies o Assessment of Co-operative Societies o Assessment of Charitable and Other Trusts o Return of Income and Assessment o Penalties and Prosecution o Advance Payment of Tax o Interest o Tax Deduction or Collection at Source o Refund of Excess Payment o Appeals and Revisions o Income-tax Authorities o Settlement Commission and Dispute Resolution Committee o Special Measures in Respect of Transactions with Persons Located in Notified Jurisdictional Area o General Anti-Avoidance Rule o Advance Ruling o Search, Seizure and Assessment o Transfer Pricing o Business Restructuring o Alternative Tax Regime o Tax Planning o Miscellaneous

For over 40 years, Taxmann's flagship publication on Direct Taxes has been the 'go-to-guide' for students and professional practitioners. This book is designed to help readers understand the law and develop the ability to apply it effectively. It aims to provide the following: • [Familiarity with Direct Tax Provisions] Understand the fundamental aspects of direct tax laws • [Awareness of Direct Tax Provisions] Understand the specific provisions and their implications • [Understanding the Nature and Scope] Comprehend the breadth and application of direct tax laws • [Up-to-date Knowledge] Stay updated about how various courts have interpreted statutory provisions over time Written in clear and simple language, this book explains the provisions of the law in a step-by-step and concise manner, using suitable illustrations and avoiding legal jargon and paraphrasing sections. This book will be helpful for students preparing for CA, CS, ICWA, M.Com., LL.B. and MBA examinations, as well as for those appearing in the income-tax departmental examination. The Present Publication is the 71st Edition for A.Y. 2024-25 (amended up to 15th June 2024), authored by Dr Vinod K. Singhania & Dr Kapil Singhania. The noteworthy features of this book are as follows: • [Self-Learning/Practice Book] Designed with a learn-yourself technique, enabling students to grasp and apply the law more quickly • [Concise Treatment of Text] The content is organized in numbered paragraphs and sub-paragraphs, saving time and effort. Debatable issues are thoroughly discussed and resolved • [Well-Thought-Out Original Problems] Each paragraph begins with analytical discussions supported by over 600 original problems, illustrating complex provisions in a unique style. Tax planning hints are provided where applicable • [Up-to-date Content] Includes the latest circulars, notifications, amendments, and case laws up to 15th June 2024. Recent court rulings, circulars, and notifications are highlighted • [Past Exam Questions with Answers] Contains questions from CA Final exams (Nov. 2013 to Nov. 2023), post-graduate, and professional exams, along with solutions for both theory and practical questions, based on the law applicable for A.Y. 2024-25. • [Six-Sigma Approach] Adheres to the Six-Sigma methodology to achieve the benchmark of 'Zero-Error' The detailed coverage of this book includes: • Basic Concepts • Residential Status and Tax Incidence • Incomes Exempt from Tax • Salaries • Income from House Property • Profits and Gains of Business or Profession • Capital Gains • Income from Other Sources • Income of Other Persons included in Assessee's Total Income • Set Off and Carry Forward of Losses • Deductions from Gross Total Income and Tax Liability • Agricultural Income • Typical Problems on the Assessment of Individuals • Tax Treatment of Hindu Undivided Families • Special Provisions Governing Assessment of Firms and Associations of Persons • Taxation of Companies • Assessment of Co-operative Societies • Assessment of Charitable and Other Trusts • Returns of Income and Assessment • Penalties and Prosecution • Advance Payment of Tax • Interest • Tax Deduction or Collection at Source • Refund of Excess Payments • Appeals and Revisions • Income-tax Authorities • Settlement Commission and Dispute Resolution Committee • Special Measures in Respect of Transactions with Persons Located in Notified Jurisdiction Area • General Anti-avoidance Rule • Advance Ruling • Search, Seizure and Assessment • Transfer Pricing • Business Restructuring • Alternative Tax Regime • Tax Planning • Miscellaneous • Annexures o Tax Rates o Rates of Depreciation o The Eleventh Schedule, Thirteenth Schedule, Fourteenth Schedule/ Investment ceiling in the case of small-scale industrial undertaking o Notified backward districts o Question set for CA (Final) Examination and Answers from Nov. 2013 to Nov. 2023

Taxmann's flagship publication on Direct Taxes has been the 'go-to-guide' for Students & Professional Practitioners for over 40 years. This book aims to make the reader understand the Law and develop the ability to apply the Law. In other words, this book aims at providing the reader with the following: • Acquire familiarity with the direct tax provisions • Awareness of the direct tax provisions • The nature and scope of the direct tax provisions • Up-to-date knowledge of how different courts of Law have interpreted a statutory provision on different occasions This book is written in simple language, explaining the provision of the Law in a step-by-step & to-the-point manner with the help of suitable illustrations, without resorting to paraphrasing sections and legal jargon. This book will be helpful for students appearing in CA, CS, ICWA, M.Com., LL.B., and MBA examinations. It will also be helpful for those appearing in the income-tax departmental examination. The Present Publication is the 69th Edition for A.Y. 2023-24 (amended up to 31st May 2023), authored by Dr Vinod K. Singhania & Dr Kapil Singhania. The noteworthy features of this book are as follows: • [Self-Learning/Practice Book] Features learn-yourself-technique enabling students to learn & apply the Law faster • [Treatment of Text is To-The-Point] The matter is arranged in paras and sub-paras with distinct numbers to save time and energy. Also, debatable issues have been deliberated to their logical conclusion • [Well-Thought-Out-Original-Problems] Each para starts with analytical discussions supported by 600+ 'well-thought-out-original-problems'. A unique style of illustrating all complex provisions has been adopted. Hints are also given wherever tax planning can be resorted to • [Most Amended] Latest Circulars, Notifications, Amendments & Case Laws (up to May 31st 2023) are included in all discussions. All recent citations of Court Rulings, Circulars and Notifications have been highlighted • [Past Exam Questions with Answers] Question set for CA (Final) (from Nov. 2012 to Nov. 2022), the post-graduate and professional examination is given along with their solutions (of theory and practical questions) as per the law applicable for A.Y. 2023-24 • [Follows Six-Sigma Approach] to achieve the benchmark of 'Zero-Error' The detailed coverage of this book includes: • Basic Concepts • Residential Status and Tax Incidence • Incomes Exempt from Tax • Salaries • Income from House Property • Profits and Gains of Business or Profession • Capital Gains • Income from Other Sources • Income of Other Persons included in Assessee's Total Income • Set Off and Carry Forward of Losses • Deductions from Gross Total Income and Tax Liability • Agricultural Income • Typical Problems on the Assessment of Individuals • Tax Treatment of Hindu Undivided Families • Special Provisions Governing Assessment of Firms and Associations of Persons • Taxation of Companies • Assessment of Co-operative Societies • Assessment of Charitable and Other Trusts • Returns of Income and Assessment • Penalties and Prosecution • Advance Payment of Tax • Interest • Tax Deduction or Collection at Source • Refund of Excess Payments • Appeals and Revisions • Income-tax Authorities • Settlement of Cases • Special Measures in Respect of Transactions with Persons Located in Notified Jurisdiction Area • General Anti-avoidance Rule • Advance Ruling for Non-residents • Search, Seizure and Assessment • Transfer Pricing • Business Restructuring • Alternative Tax Regime • Tax Planning • Miscellaneous • Annexures o Tax Rates o Rates of Depreciation o The Eleventh Schedule, Thirteenth Schedule, Fourteenth Schedule/ Investment ceiling in the case of small-scale industrial undertaking o Notified backward districts o Question set for CA (Final) examination and answers from Nov. 2012 to Nov. 2022