ITR filing AY 2026-27: 8 costly mistakes taxpayers should avoid this tax return filing seasonThe I-T Department’s growing scrutiny, using AI and data analytics tools, leaves little room for omissions and errors, making accurate tax ...
RBI's measures may attract USD 60-70 billion foreign capital, support rupee: India RatingsNew measures by the RBI and government aim to attract foreign capital. These steps are expected to bring in USD 60-70 billion. This influx ...
India eyes more FDI, speed up divestment, asset monetisation as economy faces external risksIndia's government is set to accelerate reforms, focusing on attracting foreign investment and divesting assets. This strategy aims to main...
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...
FM Sitharaman says Government open to hear investor concerns on LTCG, STCG taxationFinance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has indicated the government is ready to listen to stock market investors. Concerns regarding Long-Term...
Gave up tenancy, got new flat in redeveloped property, then faced income tax notice of STCG of Rs 1.1 crore: How tenant won at ITAT MumbaiA Mumbai tenant successfully challenged a Rs 1.1 crore tax notice. He surrendered tenancy for a new flat in a redeveloped building. The Inc...
The true cost of PMS returns: Disclosing the hidden gap between headline numbers and real investor gainsFrom glossy returns to tax drag, what an equity PMS earns investors often trails what is advertised.
Wipro is buying back shares at Rs 250. What your tax bill looks like depends on this factorWipro's share buy-back offers Rs 250 per share, a premium over market price. New tax rules effective April 1, 2026, treat buy-back proceeds...
International funds deliver up to 50% returns in a year, subscriptions halted. Should investors book profits or stay invested?International funds have delivered up to 50% returns in one year, supported by a global tech rally, rupee depreciation, and strong earnings...
Before you gift shares, know who pays tax, who is exempt and key ITR rules
Gold taxation rules: How your gains from gold investment are taxed be it jewellery, SGBs, gold ETFs or mutual fundsNew gold investment tax rules took effect from July 23, 2024. As per the new rules, long term capital gains on physical gold, ETFs, and mut...
Capital gain tax ready reckoner: Listed equity, unlisted equity, gold, house property, and other assets for ITR filing FY 2024-25 (AY 2025-26)Latest Capital gain tax rules: The capital gain tax rules were changed in the mid-year from FY 2024-25 (AY 2025-26). Due to this, a taxpaye...
Taxable income below Rs 7 lakh: Will you pay zero income tax if this income includes LTCG and STCG for FY 2024-25?Zero tax on incomes up to Rs 7 lakh: Budget 2025 clarified that tax rebate under Section 87A will not be available to incomes that are taxe...
Rs 94 lakh cr investor wealth wiped from D-St, but tax loss harvesting can help recover setbacks. Here’s howInvestors can offset stock market losses against capital gains through tax loss harvesting, reducing tax liability amid higher capital gain...
New STCG, LTCG tax rates, rules, exemption for equity, unlisted equity, foreign equity shares for FY2024-25
Union Budget 2024: How has tax structure for mutual funds changed?Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced effective tax adjustments from July 23, 2024: short-term gains at 20%, long-term at 12.5%. Im...
Budget 2023: Are there any changes announced in LTCG, STCG taxation?There was media reports that Budget 2023 may announced changes in the LTCG, STCG taxation rates and rules. However, the Finance Minister Ni...