CBDT Introduces ITR-BN Form for Block Assessment Cases from April 2026
The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has introduced a new income tax return form, ITR-BN, effective retrospectively from April 1, 2026, under the Income-tax Act, 2025. This form is designed exclusively for taxpayers subject to block assessment proceedings following search and seizure actions by tax authorities. It is not intended for regular taxpayers or salaried individuals. The ITR-BN facilitates reporting of undisclosed income identified during such operations and requires details of previous returns and assessment statuses for up to six preceding tax years.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (50/100). Lens Score 42/100.
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AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (50–50/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
mint broke this story on 30 Jul, 06:18 am. Other outlets followed.
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