New TDS Compliance Rules Simplify Property Purchases from NRIs Starting October 2026
From October 1, 2026, resident individuals and Hindu Undivided Families (HUFs) buying property from non-resident Indian (NRI) sellers can use their Permanent Account Number (PAN) instead of obtaining a separate Tax Deduction and Collection Account Number (TAN) for TDS compliance. This change simplifies the process by reducing paperwork and compliance burdens, aligning requirements with domestic property transactions. Buyers must still deduct and deposit TDS, report transaction details in the updated Form 141 Schedule E, and issue the prescribed TDS certificate to sellers.
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 (54/100). Lens Score 42/100.
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AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (52–55/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
mint broke this story on 27 Sept, 02:33 am. Other outlets followed.