Tax-free allowances rise, so do employer costs: The salary structuring dilemma under the Social Security CodeEnhanced tax-free allowances under the Income-Tax Rules, 2026 can improve employees’ take-home pay. However, the expanded definition of “wa...
06 May, 2026, 07.33 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
Gratuity may rise under New Labour Code, but your income tax bill could tooThe Code on Social Security, 2020 expands the wage base for gratuity, potentially increasing payouts, but tax rules under the Income-tax Ac...
13 Apr, 2026, 02.36 PM IST
Income Tax Calculator 2026: Compare your income tax liability on Rs 15L, Rs 20L, Rs 30L and Rs 50L CTC under new vs old tax regimeThe Income Tax Rules, 2026 introduce significant benefits for salaried employees, including expanded HRA and meal card tax advantages. Thes...
07 Apr, 2026, 07.57 AM IST
New income tax rules from April 1, 2026: From HRA relief to new ITR deadlines, key changes explainedNew income tax rules: Significant income tax changes are coming from April 1, 2026, with the Income Tax Act of 2025 replacing the 1961 act....
01 Apr, 2026, 02.19 PM IST
Income Tax Act 2025: New rules to kick in from April; why you should recalculate before deciding between old and new tax regimesWith the overhauled Income Tax Act taking effect from 1 April, taxpayers must prepare for new rules—and the renewed old vs new tax regime d...
30 Mar, 2026, 11.10 AM IST
New Income Tax rules, 2026 notified: From HRA to company car to meal card, top six prominent changes which will impact salaried taxpayersThe Income Tax Rules, 2026 have been notified, introducing significant changes for salaried taxpayers. Key updates include revised motor ca...
20 Mar, 2026, 05.57 PM IST
CBDT notifies new Income Tax rules; HRA benefits enhanced, disclosures tightenedNew Income-tax Rules for 2026 are now in effect. These rules will bring the Income-tax Act of 2025 to life starting April 1, 2026. Complian...
20 Mar, 2026, 04.37 PM IST
Good news for salaried employees in these cities as they can get higher HRA exemption; disclosure of relationship with landlord a must as Income Tax Rules 2026 notifiedNew Income Tax Rules, 2026, offer higher HRA tax exemptions for salaried individuals in eight major cities, including Mumbai, Delhi, and Be...
20 Mar, 2026, 03.30 PM IST
Claiming HRA? Salaried taxpayers need to disclose their relationship with the landlord in draft income tax rules 2026; know what precautions to takeNew draft tax rules for 2026 will require salaried individuals claiming House Rent Allowance to disclose their relationship with their land...
26 Feb, 2026, 11.16 AM IST
Will increased tax deduction for children hostel allowance, revised HRA be given to taxpayers in new income tax regime also? Know what draft income tax rules, 2026 sayNew draft income tax rules suggest changes to house rent allowance and child hostel allowance benefits. Cities like Bengaluru and Pune may ...
12 Feb, 2026, 08.20 AM IST
Good news for taxpayers in old tax regime: Higher HRA benefits extended to these new cities in new draft Income Tax Rules, 2026Taxpayers in Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Pune, and Ahmedabad can soon benefit from increased house rent allowance tax relief. The government prop...
09 Feb, 2026, 02.06 PM IST
HRA exemption queries: Is HRA available under new tax regime? Can you claim it along with your home loan? How to calculate the exemption?HRA tax exemption rules: The start of the financial year means informing your employer about the preferred tax regime. Many individuals are...
17 Apr, 2025, 05.25 PM IST
Income Tax: Can you claim HRA tax exemption for society maintenance charges also?Usually, an employee's salary structure has HRA as one of its components. A salaried employee can claim tax exemption on HRA if he/she live...
26 Mar, 2025, 12.12 PM IST
HRA exemption rules: Were there any changes announced in house rent allowance in Budget 2023?An individual can claim tax exemption under section 10(13A) of the Income-tax Act, 1961. Usually, HRA is part of the CTC of an employee.
01 Feb, 2023, 04.29 PM IST
Can you claim HRA tax exemption for rent paid to spouse? Here's what experts sayA taxpayer is entitled to claim HRA exemption for rent paid to his or her spouse provided there is documentation to prove that the arrangem...
29 Jan, 2018, 11.57 AM IST
New rule lowers HRA exemption claim limitThe central government has lowered the exemption limit for reporting the rent received.
19 Nov, 2013, 11.01 AM IST