Son becomes NRI, gifts shares worth Rs 30 lakh to father; should this be disclosed in ITR? What taxpayers must do to avoid tax noticesNRI son gifted Rs 30 lakh shares to his father through an off-market transfer. Should it be reported in ITR? Although a genuine gift of sha...
23 Jul, 2026, 03.33 PM IST
ITR filing: Received Section 143(1) intimation with tax demand? Respond within 30 days or risk being treated as an ‘assessee in default’; know how to do itTaxpayers must respond to Section 143(1) intimations with tax demands promptly. Failure to respond within thirty days can lead to penalties...
23 Jul, 2026, 12.54 PM IST
ITR verification process: Different ways to e-verify your Income Tax Return using Aadhaar OTP, net banking, EVCTaxpayers can now e-verify their Income Tax Returns using multiple online options. Aadhaar OTP and Electronic Verification Code (EVC) are c...
22 Jul, 2026, 04.51 PM IST
INR exchange rate while filing ITR to report foreign assets: Use this reference rate to convert foreign currency into INR as prescribed under income tax rulesIndian taxpayers must report foreign assets in their Income Tax Returns for AY 2026-27. Foreign currency amounts require conversion to Indi...
21 Jul, 2026, 03.48 PM IST
ITR filing 2026: CBDT takes these steps to prevent portal glitches before July 31 deadlineITR filing 2026: The government has addressed concerns regarding the income tax e-filing portal's performance. While usage has increased, t...
21 Jul, 2026, 02.14 PM IST
Parliament Watch: E-filing portal scales up as ITR rush peaks, LTCG mop-up jumps 79% to ₹1.29 lakh cr in AY26 & moreThe income tax e-filing portal has been upgraded to handle increased filings. Revenue from long-term capital gains rose significantly in as...
21 Jul, 2026, 01.03 AM IST
ITR filing 2026: Step-by-step guide to filing ITR-1 for AY 2026-27 before the July 31 deadlineStudents, salaried individuals, and pensioners can file ITR-1 for AY 2026-2027. The deadline for filing this income tax return is July 31, ...
20 Jul, 2026, 12.15 PM IST
ITR-4 or ITR-3? Know which ITR form to file under presumptive taxation scheme and the documents requiredTaxpayers using the presumptive taxation scheme must select the correct Income Tax Return form. Generally, ITR-4 is suitable for individual...
20 Jul, 2026, 11.23 AM IST
Why digital platforms are changing how drivers handle traffic recordsDigital challan systems now manage traffic violations, replacing older paper methods. Automated cameras and ANPR software capture violation...
17 Jul, 2026, 12.06 PM IST
AIS now includes foreign assets, income dataThe Income Tax Department now shows foreign asset details in annual statements. This move aims to improve voluntary tax compliance for elig...
17 Jul, 2026, 12.25 AM IST
ITR filing 2026: How to download interest certificate from SBI, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, Axis Bank and India PostIndividuals filing income tax returns for FY 2025-26 will need interest certificates. These documents verify interest income and loan inter...
15 Jul, 2026, 10.41 AM IST
Will filing your ITR early get you a faster income tax refund? Here's what really determines the processing timeFiling income tax returns early increases processing likelihood but does not guarantee faster refunds. Successful e-verification and matchi...
14 Jul, 2026, 09.52 AM IST
Taxation simplified for influencers: Correct ITR form, tax regime to grey zone areas, key checks and tax traps creators must watch out forIndian influencers and gig workers face significant tax compliance challenges. Many struggle with tracking income and claiming eligible ded...
13 Jul, 2026, 12.02 PM IST
How to check Annual Information Statement (AIS) before filing ITR: Step-by-step guideTaxpayers must review their Annual Information Statement before filing their Income Tax Return. This statement details financial transactio...
11 Jul, 2026, 04.43 PM IST
Forgot your Income Tax e-filing password? Here's how to reset it without access to your registered mobile numberTaxpayers can reset their Income Tax e-filing portal passwords without a registered mobile number. Options include using a Digital Signatur...
10 Jul, 2026, 12.58 PM IST
Child education allowance tax benefit in ITR filing for FY 25-26: Know when you can claim itSalaried employees can claim child education allowance tax exemption under the old tax regime. This exemption is available for up to two ch...
10 Jul, 2026, 11.06 AM IST
ITR filing 2026: Step-by-step guide to filing ITR-2 online on the income tax portalIndividuals and HUFs not eligible for ITR-1 can file ITR-2 online. This guide details the necessary documents and steps for submission. The...
08 Jul, 2026, 03.18 PM IST