Centre declares Income Tax Directorate’s Computer Resources as Protected Systems under IT Act, 2000

The Centre has declared the Income Tax Directorates’ computer resources as protected systems under the IT Act, 2000. The declaration ensures that the IT resources used by the Income Tax Department are safeguarded against cyber threats and unauthorized access. By designating these systems as protected, the government is enhancing the security of sensitive tax-related data and reinforcing the integrity of the nation’s tax administration framework.