Income Tax Act, 1961 with Section 195

Supreme Court Upholds Tax Attachment on Formula One Income: Royal Bank of Scotland PLC vs. Axis Bank Limited (25 August 2017)

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Can a tax authority attach funds related to a foreign company’s income in India, even when those funds are secured by Letters of Credit (LCs)? The Supreme Court of India tackled this complex issue in a case involving Formula One World Championship Limited (FOWC), an international company, and several banks. This case clarifies the extent […]

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Permanent Establishment: Supreme Court clarifies taxability of Formula One in India (2017)

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Can a foreign company be taxed in India for activities related to a sporting event? The Supreme Court of India recently addressed this question in a case involving Formula One World Championship Limited (FOWC). This judgment clarifies when a foreign entity has a “permanent establishment” in India, making its income taxable here. LEGAL ISSUE: Whether

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