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INCOME TAX RULES ON DEBT MUTUAL FUNDS
Capital gains on debt funds and bonds updated: What changes for Tax Year 2026For many investors, debt products like debt mutual funds, debentures, listed and unlisted bonds, market linked debentures still hold utmost...
Social Security tax by state in 2026: Which 8 states tax retirement benefits, where can retirees keep more of their benefits, and how much could you owe the IRS?Social Security benefits are not tax-free for every retiree in 2026. Just over half of beneficiaries are expected to pay federal income tax...
This investor plans to invest Rs 10 lakh gifted by her husband, sell at profit and reinvest proceeds over several years. How will gains be taxed?A Rs 10 lakh gift from a husband invested in mutual funds and shares may attract income clubbing provisions. While gains from the initial i...
Best tax saving mutual funds or ELSS to invest in November 2026Tax -saving mutual funds or Equity Linked Savings Schemes (ELSSs) helps you to save income tax under Section 80C of the IT Act. You can inv...
Indian parents getting US residency? 6 financial implications to consider before applyingInvestments in bank accounts, mutual funds, shares and other assets will have to be reviewed and modified. It is illegal under India’s FEMA...
Samvat 2083: How should mutual fund investors rejig their portfolios?As Samvat 2083 begins, mutual fund investors should review their portfolios, stay disciplined with SIPs and avoid timing the market. Financ...
ETMarkets Smart Talk| Higher yields offer opportunities, but investors need not rush into long-duration funds: Shriram RamanathanIn this edition of ETMarkets Smart Talk, Shriram Ramanathan, CIO–Fixed Income at HSBC Mutual Fund, discusses the changing dynamics in India...
SEBI's new direct mutual fund rule kicks in from November 1. What changes for investors and should you switch?SEBI has mandated mutual fund houses to make direct plans the default choice on digital platforms starting 1 November. While direct plans o...
Rs 48 lakh in cash received from the sale of two properties, paid capital gains tax but received an income tax notice; taxpayer wins the case in ITAT Cuttack for this reasonMr. Purushottam residing in Kabisurya Nagar, encountered a penalty for accepting cash payments linked to his property sales. He sold two pr...
Sebi relaxes cash market settlement rules for mutual fundsSecurities and Exchange Board of India has permitted mutual fund schemes to net fund obligations. This new regulation is set to come into e...
Tax reporting lapses could risk India's sovereign rating, trigger withholding tax penalties: Income Tax Principal DG Debjyoti DasSpeaking to the media on the sidelines of the 'Summit on Global Financial Compliance (FATCA & CRS)' in Mumbai, Debjyoti Das, Principal Dire...
Which MF categories should you invest in this Diwali? Experts suggest funds for conservative, moderate & aggressive investorsAs Diwali approaches, it's an ideal moment for investors to reassess their mutual fund strategies according to their risk appetite. Conserv...
ETMarkets Smart Talk| FDs, G-Secs or debt funds? UTI AMC's Anurag Mittal explains what works in a rising-rate cycleIn this edition of ETMarkets Smart Talk, Anurag Mittal, President & Head–Fixed Income at UTI AMC, shares his views on the changing dynamics...
Insurance agent deposits Rs 35 lakh cash collected from policyholders in his bank account, gets tax notice; he fights and wins in ITAT JaipurPolicyholders gave Rs 35 lakh cash as insurance premiums which agent deposited in his bank a/c; Income Tax Dept sent agent notice for unexp...
ETMarkets Smart Talk| FDs, government bonds or debt mutual funds: How should investors choose in today's market?In this edition of ETMarkets Smart Talk, we speak with Siddharth Chaudhary, Head – Fixed Income, Bajaj Asset Management Limited, who shares...
LTCG tax relief for these mutual fund investors proposed by SEBI; know how switching funds for portfolio rebalancing can save taxThe Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has put forth a proposal to exempt long-term capital gains tax for investors who switch m...
ETMarkets Smart Talk | Bond markets have priced in nearly four rate hikes. Where should investors invest now?In this edition of ETMarkets Smart Talk, Piyush Barawal, Director and Senior Fund Manager at WhiteOak Capital, shares his outlook on intere...
Diwali declutter: 4 money moves to cut bad investments, clear debt and strengthen your financesAs the festive season of Diwali nears, it’s wise for individuals to take a fresh look at their investment portfolios. This reflection can s...
Sold property? You may pay zero tax if these Section 82 rules under Income Tax Act 2025 are metFor Tax Year 2026-2027, Income Tax Act, 2025 is applicable and this means you need to be versed with the renumbered Sections in order to co...
Best short duration debt mutual funds to invest in October 2026Short duration mutual funds invest in both short term bonds and very short term instruments. They invest in treasury bills, commercial pape...