No Exemption to NRIs from Mandatory Faceless Procedure under Income Tax Act: Telangana HC

The Telangana High Court ruled that Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) are not exempt from the mandatory faceless assessment procedure under the Income Tax Act. The Court rejected the argument that NRIs should be treated differently from resident taxpayers in this regard. This decision affirms the applicability of the faceless assessment scheme to all taxpayers, including NRIs, ensuring uniformity and transparency in tax assessments. The ruling underscores the government's commitment to implementing faceless procedures as part of its broader tax reform agenda.