Validity of notice for reopening of assessment – Reason to ...

Court Rules on "Reason to Believe" Requirement in Tax Assessment Reopenings; Emphasizes Strict Criteria Compliance.

June 7, 2014

Case Laws Income Tax HC

Validity of notice for reopening of assessment – Reason to believe - Remedial actions indicated could not be said to be satisfying the requirement of having held the belief - HC

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Validity of notice for reopening of assessment – Reason to ...

Court Rules on "Reason to Believe" Requirement in Tax Assessment Reopenings; Emphasizes Strict Criteria Compliance.

June 7, 2014

Case Laws Income Tax HC

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