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Income tax dept identifies up to 20,000 cases of individuals who used the ‘swapped provisions’ trick to reduce net tax liability; Know what to do now to fix this- ITR filing AY 2026-27: 8 costly mistakes taxpayers should avoid this tax return filing season
- Paying rent but not receiving HRA? Here’s how non-salaried individuals can claim tax deduction
- Bengaluru techie with Rs 18 lakh salary paying Rs 25,000 per month to wife as house rent to save tax, sparks debate onlineA Bengaluru IT employee's clever tax-saving plan is causing a stir online. He pays rent to his wife for a home she owns, aiming to reduce h...14 Jun, 2026, 03.11 PM IST
- Salaried employees beware! These 5 mistakes during ITR filing can trigger unexpected tax demandsWith the ITR filing season for AY 2026-27 now underway, many salaried taxpayers who faced TDS shocks in the last quarter of FY 2025-26 are ...12 Jun, 2026, 07.11 AM IST
- 8th Pay Commission calculator: How much arrears can Level 6-10 employees get at 2.0-2.86 fitment factorsThe 8th Pay Commission is consulting stakeholders before finalising its recommendations, while central government employees await clarity o...05 Jun, 2026, 03.36 PM IST
- Waiting for Form 16? Here’s when employers may issue it for AY 2026-27 ITR filingSalaried employees await Form 16 for Assessment Year 2026-2027. Employers must issue this crucial tax document by June 15, 2026. This form ...04 Jun, 2026, 07.11 AM IST
- 8th Pay Commission latest news: J&K employee bodies seek fitment factor of 2.86–3.68, Rs 51,480 minimum basic payEmployee bodies from Jammu & Kashmir have urged the 8th Pay Commission to adopt a fitment factor between 2.86 and 3.68, which could raise t...03 Jun, 2026, 04.41 PM IST
- New income tax regime: Don’t miss out on these 3 key deductions that will reduce your taxable income & help save more taxMany taxpayers mistakenly believe the New Tax Regime offers no deductions. However, salaried employees and pensioners can claim a Rs 75,000...30 May, 2026, 08.45 AM IST
- Rules for faster full and final settlement, annual leave encashment & other provisions are already effective under new labour code even without state government notification, know what it meansNew labour code provisions are now effective across India from November 21, 2025. Employee benefits like faster full and final payments and...22 May, 2026, 11.37 AM IST
- 8th Pay Commission latest update: Railway technical staff seek multiple fitment factors, higher HRA, pay fixRailway technical supervisors have put forward significant demands to the 8th Pay Commission. Key proposals include a Rs 52,000 minimum sal...20 May, 2026, 04.53 PM IST
- Salary hike this appraisal season? New labour codes and tax rules may change your real take-home payAppraisal season this year saw companies begin aligning salary structures with new labour codes and updated income tax rules. While some fi...18 May, 2026, 11.23 AM IST
- New labour code: Can higher gratuity and social security costs under Social Security Code, 2020 be offset by employers by salary restructuring ?The recent notification of the Social Security (Central) Rules, 2026 under the Code on Social Security, 2020 marks a significant shift in I...11 May, 2026, 12.27 PM IST
- 8th Pay Commission fitment factor demand: Railway employee body demands multiple fitment factors; minimum pay of Rs 52,600The Indian Railways Technical Supervisors’ Association (IRTSA) has submitted a memorandum to the 8th Pay Commission demanding five distinct...07 May, 2026, 03.32 PM IST
- 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
- 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
- Can your HRA tax exemption claim get rejected despite submitting all proofs?Salaried individuals claiming HRA tax exemption should ensure accuracy and compliance, as discrepancies can lead to rejection. Tax officers...10 Jul, 2025, 10.25 AM IST
- Latest HRA tax exemption rules: Step-by-step guide on how to save income tax on house rent allowance under old income tax regimeHRA tax exemption rules: The HRA tax exemption reduces the total salary before calculating taxable income, helping employees save on taxes....15 Jul, 2024, 12.51 PM IST
- Can you claim HRA tax exemption for rent paid to wife, parent or any other relative?HRA Exemption for rent paid to family member: The Income Tax Act allows an individual to claim HRA tax exemption provided specified conditi...01 Apr, 2024, 10.42 AM IST
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