Haryana unveils tax breaks to accelerate shift to cleaner commercial vehiclesHaryana is offering a full waiver on motor vehicle tax for new environment-friendly trucks and buses in NCR districts. This initiative targ...
25 Jun, 2026, 06.35 PM IST
RBI says no to special exposure relaxations for state NBFCsThe Reserve Bank of India has firmly rejected requests for special exemptions from concentration norms for government-owned NBFCs, emphasiz...
25 Jun, 2026, 01.23 AM IST
On ESOP value over US$ 60,000 US estate tax up to 40% can be levied after death of even a non-US resident; Here’s how to manage its impact on legal heirsIndian professionals holding US ESOPs and RSUs face a significant risk of up to 40% US estate tax on assets exceeding $60,000 after their d...
24 Jun, 2026, 07.01 AM IST
Andhra Cabinet raises retirement age for PSUs; restores Old Pension Schemes for 11,000 employeesAndhra Pradesh employees in state PSUs, Gurukul schools, and welfare societies will now retire at 62, matching state government staff. Addi...
23 Jun, 2026, 10.29 PM IST
Centre extends Old Pension Scheme (OPS) benefit to compassionate ground appointees: Application date to decide eligibility; who will benefit?Central government employees appointed on compassionate grounds before 2004, but joining after, can now opt for the Old Pension Scheme (OPS...
23 Jun, 2026, 03.52 PM IST
Income Tax AY 2026-27: Even if your salary income is below Rs 12.75 lakh, you still need to pay tax for these incomesIncome Tax AY 2026-27: Salaried individuals earning up to Rs 12.75 lakh annually may enjoy zero tax liability due to enhanced Section 87A r...
23 Jun, 2026, 02.14 PM IST
Bengal budget 2026: Rs 3,000 monthly dole for unemployed youth, Kalyani airport and new sports university announcedWest Bengal's new budget introduces 'Bhorsha Kormosuchi,' offering monthly allowances to unemployed youth. Uneducated individuals aged 21-4...
23 Jun, 2026, 02.04 PM IST
Can me and my wife claim LTCG tax exemption on gains from residential property sold in 2025?ET Wealth Reader's Query: In 2025, I sold a residential property, which was purchased in 2008 in the joint names of my wife and I. However,...
23 Jun, 2026, 01.23 PM IST
Filing ITR? Don’t ignore the ‘nature of employment’ field; it can affect NPS & retirement tax benefitsThe "Nature of Employment" field in the ITR is more than a routine disclosure. An incorrect selection can affect certain tax benefits, incl...
23 Jun, 2026, 11.44 AM IST
Have a US 401(k)? Indians must report withdrawals and maturity details in ITR schedules FSI and FAIndian taxpayers with US 401(k) accounts must now report withdrawals and maturity details in ITR schedules FSI and FA. Failure to disclose ...
23 Jun, 2026, 11.30 AM IST
Rs 17.25 lakh income of an employee was added as taxable salary despite working in UK; ITAT Delhi gives him relief under India-UK DTAAThe Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT) Delhi has ruled that even if a non-resident salaried individual has received any ‘per-diem’ paymen...
23 Jun, 2026, 11.08 AM IST
Filing pension complaints gets easier as PFRDA rolls out AI-enabled Pension Sahayak: Key features explainedPFRDA has launched Pension Sahayak, an AI-powered platform simplifying pension grievance redressal. This upgrade from the old CGMS offers w...
22 Jun, 2026, 06.24 PM IST
PFRDA launches AI-powered portal to transform pension grievance redressalThe PFRDA has unveiled 'Pension Sahayak,' an AI-powered platform designed to streamline pension services. This initiative aims to boost inc...
22 Jun, 2026, 02.25 PM IST
What is DTAA? How to avoid double taxation on foreign income and claim tax credit in IndiaIf you are confused by personal finance terms, jargon and calculations, here’s a series to simplify and deconstruct these for you. In the 1...
22 Jun, 2026, 06.30 AM IST
Tax-free income in India: 8 types of income you don’t need to pay any tax onTax-free income: Unlock tax savings with these eight income sources exempt from income tax in India. From agricultural earnings and provide...
18 Jun, 2026, 01.51 PM IST
Paying rent but not receiving HRA? Here’s how non-salaried individuals can claim tax deductionSelf-employed individuals and salaried employees not receiving House Rent Allowance (HRA) can claim tax benefits for rent paid under Sectio...
18 Jun, 2026, 01.30 PM IST
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