India
India's Tax Department Is Sending Notices to Crypto Investors
The chairman of India's Central Board of Direct Tax says the agency is sending notices to crypto investors that haven't declared their gains.
India's Finance Minister Strikes Stern Tone on Cryptos in Budget Speech
During his annual budget speech, Indian finance minister Arun Jaitley confirmed his position that cryptocurrencies are not legal tender.
Report: India's Government Sends Tax Notices to Cryptocurrency Traders
India has sent tax notices to tens of thousands of cryptocurrency owners within its borders.
Indian Lawyer Files Petition Demanding Cryptocurrency Regulations
An Indian lawyer has filed a public interest litigation (PIL) seeking to force action on the regulation of cryptocurrencies in the country.
Indian Bitcoin Exchanges Seek Clarification Over Tax Liabilities
Indian bitcoin exchanges are raising questions over the applicability of goods and service tax (GST) to their operations.
Government Think Tank to Trial Blockchain Verification in India
The National Institution for Transforming India is exploring blockchain's application in education, health and other sectors.
Indian Finance Ministry: Cryptocurrencies Are 'Like Ponzi Schemes'
The India government doubled down its skepticism over cryptocurrencies, calling them like "Ponzi Schemes."
India's Tax Department Collects User Data at Multiple Bitcoin Exchanges
The Indian Income Tax Department has visited bitcoin exchanges across the country seeking data on tax avoiding users.
Bitcoin Not Legal Tender in India, Finance Minister Says
India's finance minister, Arun Jaitley, has said bitcoin is not legal tender in the country and indicated that regulations are under consideration.
India's Supreme Court Prods Government on Bitcoin Regulation
The court asked India's central bank and several government agencies to respond to a petition that expressed concern about tax dodges and ransomware.
