New tax regime: 7 ways for salaried employees to reduce their tax liability while filing ITR for FY 2025-26Salaried individuals can still reduce their tax liability under the new tax regime for FY 2025-26. Key deductions include employer contribu...
17 Jun, 2026, 12.23 PM IST
Man sold unlisted shares, bought Rs 5.65 cr house, faced income tax scrutiny; he fought back and won in ITAT Delhi despite low income declarationMr. Bansal successfully appealed a tax demand after claiming Section 54F exemption on Rs 7.59 crore long-term capital gains from unlisted s...
08 Jun, 2026, 09.52 AM IST
Want to exchange old gold for new jewellery? Beware of these taxesIndians exchanging old gold for new should be aware of potential taxes on sales and purchases. The Income Tax Department monitors high-valu...
03 Jun, 2026, 12.30 PM IST
Worked in the US, UK or Canada? Form 40 can help Indians defer income tax liability on foreign pension accountsIndian residents with foreign pension accounts like 401(k) from working in the US, UK, or Canada can now defer India tax liability. By fili...
02 Jun, 2026, 07.11 AM IST
Lady sold apartment, took Rs 2.5 lakh cash, bought new apartment from son-in-law, paid no tax, got income tax notice; she fights back and wins case in ITAT ChennaiA Chennai woman successfully appealed a tax notice after selling her apartment for Rs 35.5 lakh, including Rs 2.5 lakh in cash, and buying ...
02 Jun, 2026, 07.11 AM IST
New income tax regime: Don’t miss out on these 3 key deductions that will reduce your taxable income & help save more taxMany taxpayers mistakenly believe the New Tax Regime offers no deductions. However, salaried employees and pensioners can claim a Rs 75,000...
30 May, 2026, 08.45 AM IST
Invested in US stocks directly and made forex gains due to depreciating Rupee? Know how to compute tax on forex gains and report it in ITRIndian residents investing in US stocks face forex gains tax. These gains are taxable as capital gains when US dollars are converted back t...
28 May, 2026, 05.17 PM IST
FD rate up to 8% for senior citizens investing for three years; Know list of banksSenior citizens can secure fixed deposit interest rates up to 8 percent for a three-year investment. Several small finance banks are offeri...
23 May, 2026, 10.59 AM IST
Filing your ITR early for AY 2026–27? Why you should wait till June 15With the utilities for ITR filing for AY 2026–27 being available now, many taxpayers are planning to file their returns early. However, inc...
22 May, 2026, 04.22 PM IST
Man pays zero tax on Rs 5 crore land sales despite filing ITR after deadline; ITAT Mumbai rules in his favour for this reasonA Mumbai man successfully claimed a tax exemption on Rs 5 crore land sales despite filing his ITR after the deadline. The ITAT Mumbai ruled...
22 May, 2026, 07.21 AM IST
FD rate up to 8.05% for senior citizens investing for five years; Know list of banksFor senior citizens looking to maximize their savings, attractive fixed deposit rates are still within reach. Suryoday Small Finance Bank p...
09 May, 2026, 11.43 AM IST
Lady took loan for investment into venture capital fund, claimed Rs 1.49 crore interest deduction, was denied by I-T dept; ITAT allows it in a landmark rulingA lady won a tax case in ITAT Mumbai. She claimed Rs 1.49 crore interest deduction on a loan taken for Venture Capital Fund investments. Th...
09 May, 2026, 07.11 AM IST
Old vs new tax regime: Key differences that you must know before ITR filing for tax year 2026-27The new tax regime offers lower rates but removes many deductions, making a thorough comparison with the old regime crucial. While both reg...
05 May, 2026, 05.27 PM IST
Rs 13 lakh cash payment for credit card bill triggers tax notice; man wins case after ITAT accepts ‘family gift’ explanationA Mumbai man faced a tax notice for using Rs 13 lakh cash to pay his credit card bill. He explained the cash as gifts from his wife, father...
01 May, 2026, 07.00 AM IST
FCNR FD interest rates: SBI vs PNB vs HDFC Bank vs ICICI Bank - which gives you best rates; eligibility and taxation on interest explainedFCNR interest remains exempt from tax as long as the depositor qualifies as an NRI or resident but RNOR under Section 10(15)(iv)(fa) of the...
29 Apr, 2026, 01.35 PM IST
FD rate up to 8% for senior citizens investing for three years; Know list of banksSenior citizens can still secure fixed deposit (FD) interest rates up to 8.05% for a three-year term from select small finance banks, with ...
25 Apr, 2026, 11.13 AM IST
ITR filing 2026: Don’t miss these key income tax deadlines for FY 2025–26 (AY 2026-27)Navigating income tax deadlines for FY 2025-26 (AY 2026-27) is crucial to avoid penalties. The Income Tax Department has set specific due d...
24 Apr, 2026, 11.48 AM IST