Why did market rally today? Sensex soars 1,233 pts, Nifty ends above 23,400. 7 factors behind Rs 8 lakh crore gainsOn Monday, a remarkable surge in the Indian stock market was observed, with the Sensex soaring by 1,233 points. This uplift was driven by p...
02 Nov, 2026, 04.31 PM IST
Abolish LTCG, rationalise STCG, STT rates on equities: PHDCCI to Finance MinistryPHDCCI has recommended abolishing Long Term Capital Gains tax and modifying short-term capital gains taxes. The chamber suggests increasing...
29 Oct, 2026, 03.17 PM IST
Govt seeks investor and expert views on LTCG and STT as it reviews capital market levies amid FPI exodusThe government has initiated a reassessment of long-term capital gains tax and securities transaction tax. Stakeholders, including investor...
27 Oct, 2026, 08.30 AM IST
Tax matters, as does capital: Is it time for India to reconsider its LTCG tax policy on listed equities amid rising global competition?Debate on long-term capital gains (LTCG) tax and securities transaction tax (STT) has gained momentum, with the government recognizing its ...
22 Oct, 2026, 08.10 AM IST
Rs 5 lakh crore worth FII outflows since 2024 capital gains tax hike wreak havoc on Dalal Street. Is a reversal on the cards?Foreign investors have sold over Rs 5 lakh crore of Indian equities since the 2024 capital gains tax hike, with outflows intensifying in 20...
14 Oct, 2026, 04.17 PM IST
SBI Research calls for abolition of LTCG tax on equities to boost foreign capital inflowsAccording to SBI Research, removing the long-term capital gains tax on equities could revitalize investment levels. The report emphasizes e...
13 Oct, 2026, 10.53 AM IST
Rs 67 lakh ancestral jewellery declaration in ITR triggers income tax notice of unexplained credit: Here's why lady won at ITAT MumbaiWife filed Schedule AL in ITR for first time and got hit with unexplained credit income tax notice for ancestral family jewellery worth Rs ...
05 Oct, 2026, 06.46 PM IST
India needs to remove tax friction for more FDIIndia is looking to boost foreign investment by reforming its tax system. Recent proposals aim to simplify taxes on foreign holdings. The c...
04 Jun, 2026, 11.40 PM IST
Maximizing tax efficiency with mutual funds: Understanding distribution types and taxation methodsMutual funds have emerged as a popular investment option in India, offering the dual advantage of expert money management and tax-efficient...
17 Mar, 2024, 11.24 AM IST
House panel for abolition of LTCG tax on investments in startupsIndia's startup sector welcome the recommendation of abolishing long term capital gains (LTCG) in startup investments.
16 Sep, 2020, 07.59 AM IST
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12 Feb, 2020, 12.08 PM IST
View: A reformative effort; needed clarity on PSBs, NBFC reformsWe applaud the budget’s focus on monetisation of govt’s infrastructure assets, breaking up of long-standing monopolies of govt companies, s...
03 Feb, 2020, 08.07 AM IST
Big Budget Hit! Rs 3.5 lakh crore wealth wiped out in 2.5 hoursMarket participants gave a big thumbs down to FM Nirmala Sitharaman’s Budget.
02 Feb, 2020, 10.46 AM IST
Bloodbath on D-St: Five reasons why Budget sent Sensex tumbling 1,000 ptsBudget didn't have specific sops for any sector, be it auto or real estate, as widely expected.
02 Feb, 2020, 10.13 AM IST
3.4 lakh evade cap gains tax on equity, MF sales: GovernmentOver 3.4 lakh investors dealing in listed equity shares and mutual funds are suspected to have evaded or not reported long-term capital gai...
29 Jan, 2020, 09.05 AM IST
Allow LTCG relief on stocks held for 3 years, brokers urge FMStakeholders request finance ministry to withdraw dividend distribution tax
15 Dec, 2018, 11.34 AM IST
STT removal not on table; exemption for wealthiest against the grain: FMWealthy investors cannot enjoy tax exemptions for long, FM Arun Jaitley said.
03 Feb, 2018, 05.04 PM IST