Govt extends last date for filing I-T returns in JK to Sep 30

Govt extends last date for filing I-T returns in JK to Sep 30
Govt extends last date for filing I-T returns in JK to Sep 30

NEW DELHI: The last date for filing Income Tax returns for taxpayers in Jammu and Kashmir was again extended to September 30 by the Government today, in the wake of the ongoing turmoil in the state.

“On consideration of reports of dislocation of general life in certain areas of state of Jammu and Kashmir, the CBDT, in exercise of powers conferred under section 119 of the I-T Act, hereby further extends the due date for filing return of Income from August 31, 2016 to September 30, 2016, in case of assessees in the state of Jammu and Kashmir who are required to file their return by the said due date…,” an order issued by the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) in this regard said. (AGENCIES)