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India's 2025 Tax Act: 30% Crypto Tax, Digital Compliance Boost

9/5/2025

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The Income Tax Act, 2025, effective April 1, 2026, modernizes India's tax framework by simplifying language and consolidating provisions.
It introduces 'Tax Year' terminology and defines Virtual Digital Assets (VDAs), requiring taxpayers to report cryptocurrency transactions.
Taxpayers face a 30% tax on profits and a 1% TDS on sales over INR50,000.
The Act enhances digital compliance with faceless assessments and aims to reduce litigation through clearer definitions.
The government expects a revenue boost of INR48,000 crore, promoting consumer demand and economic growth.

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Story summary

The Income Tax Act, 2025, effective April 1, 2026, modernizes India's tax framework by simplifying language and consolidating provisions.
It introduces 'Tax Year' terminology and defines Virtual Digital Assets (VDAs), requiring taxpayers to report cryptocurrency transactions.
Taxpayers face a 30% tax on profits and a 1% TDS on sales over INR50,000.
The Act enhances digital compliance with faceless assessments and aims to reduce litigation through clearer definitions.
The government expects a revenue boost of INR48,000 crore, promoting consumer demand and economic growth.