CBDT launches revamped version of IT Department site

The Income Tax Department today unveiled the revamped version of its website with a user-friendly interface, value-added features, and new modules.

According to the press statement, The inauguration of the revamped version of the IT department took place during the 'Chintan Shivir' event organized by the Directorate of Income Tax (Systems) in Udaipur. Central Board of Direct Taxes Chairman Nitin Gupta launched the enhanced website during the event.

The ministry said that the newly launched version of the website serves as a comprehensive repository of tax and other related information.

It provides access to Direct Tax laws, several other Allied Acts, Rules, Income Tax Circulars and Notifications, all cross-referenced and hyperlinked. The site also offers a 'Taxpayer Services Module' featuring various tax tools to assist taxpayers in filing their income tax returns, the ministry said.

Notably, The revamped website has been redesigned with a mobile-responsive layout, which also has a ‘Mega Menu’ for content, with new features added and functionalities. 

Additionally, The new functionalities allow users to compare different Acts, Sections, Rules, and Tax treaties. All relevant content on the site is now tagged with Income Tax sections for easy navigation. Further, dynamic due date alerts functionality provides reverse countdowns, tooltips, and links to relevant portals to help taxpayers comply easily, it added.

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