The government has officially withdrawn the first version of the Income Tax Bill, 2025, which was initially tabled in the Lok Sabha on February 13, 2025, to replace the long-standing Income-Tax Act, 1961.
According to sources, a revised version will be introduced on August 11, incorporating most of the suggestions made by the Select Committee chaired by Baijayant Panda. This move aims to provide a clear, updated, and consolidated Bill rather than releasing multiple versions that could cause confusion.
Key Features of the New Income Tax Bill
Implementation Target: April 1, 2026
Objective: Simplify language, eliminate redundancy, and streamline processes to enhance the taxpayer experience
Historical Context: The current 1961 Act has been amended 65 times with over 4,000 changes to its provisions
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No Change in Tax Rates
The income tax department has clarified that the Bill does not propose any change in existing tax rates, including those on long-term capital gains (LTCG). Any confusion on this matter will be addressed during the Bill’s passage in Parliament.
Once enacted, the new legislation will replace the Income-Tax Act, 1961, which has been in effect since April 1, 1962.
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