CBDT Updates Guidelines on Cross-Border Tax Dispute Resolution Procedures
The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has issued updated guidelines on the Mutual Agreement Procedure (MAP) for resolving cross-border tax disputes. Foreign companies can seek international resolution even after decisions by India's Board for Advance Rulings (BAR), but Indian authorities cannot alter BAR decisions through MAP. The guidelines set deadlines for settlement acceptance and clarify interactions with domestic appeals, settlement schemes, and anti-avoidance rules. Taxpayers using safe harbour provisions are ineligible for MAP relief, and the rules aim to streamline dispute resolution amid expanding international trade agreements.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (50–62/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
mint broke this story on 12 Nov, 05:26 pm. Other outlets followed.
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