Tax matters, as does capital: Is it time for India to reconsider its LTCG tax policy on listed equities amid rising global competition?Debate on long-term capital gains (LTCG) tax and securities transaction tax (STT) has gained momentum, with the government recognizing its ...
22 Oct, 2026, 08.10 AM IST
Income Tax Rules 2026: CBDT notifies Form 173A to claim exemption on interest, capital gains from government securitiesIn a significant update, the Central Board of Direct Taxes has rolled out Form 173A, effective from October 19, 2026, under the Income-tax ...
21 Oct, 2026, 12.35 PM IST
CBDT mandates new disclosures for tax-free gains on govt securitiesThe Central Board of Direct Taxes has introduced new disclosure requirements for taxpayers claiming exemptions. Taxpayers will need to prov...
20 Oct, 2026, 11.45 PM IST
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby calls for inheritance taxes near 100% and a national wealth tax. What he wants the US to change and why it mattersScott Kirby, the CEO of United Airlines, has called for a nationwide wealth tax and higher inheritance taxes. He argues that wealth inequal...
20 Oct, 2026, 10.16 PM IST
I have LTCG tax liability of Rs 16 lakh from land sale; should I pay income tax or reinvest to save?ET Wealth Reader's Query: I am 57. I recently sold a piece of land near Jewar airport, resulting in a long-term capital gains (LTCG) tax li...
20 Oct, 2026, 03.23 PM IST
CBDT makes Form 173A mandatory to claim tax exemption on interest and gains from government securitiesThe Central Board of Direct Taxes has introduced Form 173A for income-tax exemption claims. This new form includes detailed information to ...
20 Oct, 2026, 11.08 AM IST
Maharajah Bonds gain investor appeal with TDS exemptionIn a notification dated October 19, the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) said no tax would be deducted at source on interest paid to el...
20 Oct, 2026, 06.28 AM IST
CBDT exempts interest payments on rupee-denominated bonds issued by New Development Bank from TDSThe exemption applies to holders of Maharajah INR Bonds who are Indian residents or foreign institutional investors, for the 2026-27 tax ye...
19 Oct, 2026, 10.20 PM IST
Manager approved employee’s medical leave, but company declared he quit without notice and demanded 3 months salary; Patna High Court orders to restore his jobPatna High Court has quashed the State Bank of India’s decision to treat an employee as having voluntarily vacated his service after prolon...
19 Oct, 2026, 03.26 PM IST
Thailand considers Rs 2,836 departure tax that could make trips costlier for Indian travellersThailand is contemplating a departure tax of 1,000 baht for travellers leaving the country and 450 baht for air arrivals. This proposal aim...
19 Oct, 2026, 01.27 PM IST
NRI capital gains tax: When can you use the basic exemption limit to lower your income tax bill?For non-resident Indians, leveraging the basic exemption limit can help mitigate normal slab rate taxes on capital gains. However, it's imp...
16 Oct, 2026, 02.58 PM IST
Retired employee received income tax notice for Rs 9.04 lakh leave encashment; she wins case in ITAT Jaipur, know how leave encashment is taxedRetired employee sent income tax notice for Rs 9.04 lakh leave encashment, she wins case in ITAT Jaipur; Know how leave encashment is taxed...
16 Oct, 2026, 02.21 PM IST
Homeowner sold redeveloped flat for Rs 1.95 crore, paid no income tax, received a tax notice; wins relief in ITAT MumbaiAfter redevelopment of housing society, homeowner sold his flat for Rs 1.95 crore, pays no tax, got tax notice, wins case in ITAT Mumbai fo...
15 Oct, 2026, 02.43 PM IST
Man earns Rs 75 lakh by redeveloping property inherited from mother, pays no income tax, receives notice, wins case in ITAT DelhiProperty owner inherits mother’s land, converts it into freehold, DDA grants mutation, redevelops it, gets Rs 75 lakh from builder, pays no...
14 Oct, 2026, 11.39 AM IST
VRS offer in hand? Check these tax rules before you accept the packageContemplating a Voluntary Retirement Scheme (VRS)? Prior to making your decision, it’s crucial to analyze the overall financial implication...
13 Oct, 2026, 06.30 AM IST
Social Security benefits are still taxed in these 8 US states in 2026: Check if your retirement income is at risk and whether you qualify for exemptionsWhen it comes to taxes, every state has its own way of doing things. Some states give certain income or age groups a break, while others lo...
13 Oct, 2026, 02.01 AM IST
Your student loan could disappear, then the IRS Bill arrives: What changed in 2026?A report by Protect Borrowers estimates that between 2 million and 3 million Americans could face federal tax bills over the next decade. T...
12 Oct, 2026, 11.59 PM IST