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
Filing ITR for easy loans, visas, and scholarships - sounds strange? Know why filing ITR is more important than you thinkConsistently filing Income Tax Returns creates a verifiable financial document. Banks often request these returns to assess loan applicant ...
22 Jul, 2026, 02.22 PM IST
Income tax return: How to report capital gains correctly to avoid ITR filing mistakesAll disclosure of capital gains must be filed in Schedule CG. This schedule houses separate sections for different types of gains. For accu...
20 Jul, 2026, 11.45 AM IST
These property sellers may need to re-compute advance tax after delayed release of Cost Inflation Index for tax year 2026-27; here’s what to doProperty sellers may need to re-compute advance tax after the Cost Inflation Index release. This delay impacts individuals selling property...
18 Jul, 2026, 01.12 PM 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
What happens if you miss July 31, 2026, ITR filing deadline? Why you should not miss this due dateThe belated Income Tax Return filing deadline for AY 2026-27 is December 31, 2026. Missing this date can result in losing tax refunds and i...
14 Jul, 2026, 08.33 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
10 major changes in ITR forms for AY 2026-2027 that you must know before filing ITRNew Income Tax Return forms for AY 2026-2027 introduce significant reporting changes. Taxpayers must now report futures and options trading...
13 Jul, 2026, 11.12 AM IST
ETMarkets Smart Talk | Selling property in India? Here's how NRIs can avoid excess TDS: Trilegal's Himanshu SinhaNRIs face complex tax rules when selling Indian property, often leading to excess tax deductions. Obtaining a Lower TDS certificate can pre...
13 Jul, 2026, 09.00 AM IST
Over 1.7 cr ITRs filed for AY 2026-27: I-T depttMore than 1.7 crore income tax returns have been filed for the 2025-26 fiscal year. Over ten lakh returns were submitted on Friday alone by...
11 Jul, 2026, 02.46 PM IST
Filing ITR for FY 2025-26? Income Tax Department shares 10 mistakes to avoid and tips to followTaxpayers should gather documents and choose the correct tax regime and ITR form. Verify Annual Information Statement and Form 26AS details...
08 Jul, 2026, 04.41 PM IST
Man dies in motor accident, family seeks Rs 2.25 crore in damages: Here's why SC fixes ‘fair’ compensation based on his ITR, sets a precedentManoranjan Pandey, who lost his life in the tragic accident in 2018, was the sole breadwinner of his family, according to the 2019 appeal f...
02 Jul, 2026, 03.55 PM IST
Think you don't need to file an ITR for FY 25-26? These 8 benefits may change your mindITR filing: Filing your Income Tax Return (ITR) offers significant advantages beyond just tax payment. It's crucial for claiming refunds, c...
02 Jul, 2026, 03.13 PM IST
ITR filing season AY 2026-27: Received Section 143(2) notice for AY 2025-26? What it means and how to respondAs Section 143(2) scrutiny notices for AY 2025-26 reach taxpayers during the ITR filing season for AY 2026-27, this article explains why ta...
30 Jun, 2026, 10.28 AM IST
ITR filing deadline 2026: From July 31 ITR filing to TDS due dates; key forms you can't afford to missJuly marks crucial income tax deadlines for Indian taxpayers. The major deadline is July 31 for salaried individuals and pensioners to file...
30 Jun, 2026, 10.20 AM IST
Aarogya Setu 2.0 launched: 5 new features that let you access health records and nearby Ayushman servicesAarogya Setu 2.0, a new Personal Health Record app, launched today, offering users access to health services, secure record storage, and ne...
29 Jun, 2026, 04.56 PM IST
Will the ITR filing deadline for AY 2026-27 be extended? Here's what taxpayers need to knowTaxpayers can breathe easy as the Income Tax Return (ITR) filing deadline for AY 2026-27 is unlikely to be extended. Unlike last year's tec...
24 Jun, 2026, 05.05 PM IST