Gifts from Relatives Can Be Taxed Without Proper Proof: Income Tax Appellate Tribunal

The Income Tax Appellate Tribunal held that though gifts from relatives are generally exempt under Section 56(2)(x), exemption fails without proof. In Varun’s case, Rs 10.43 lakh received on his anniversary was taxed due to inadequate evidence of relationship and source.

Reassessment Based Only on Audit Objection Is Impermissible Review: Delhi High Court

The Delhi High Court held that reassessment initiated solely on an audit objection, despite prior scrutiny, amounted to an impermissible review and clear change of opinion. It ruled the notice was time-barred under Section 149, as inapplicable facts existed.