Cut GST on smartphones below Rs 25,000 to 5%: GT Bharat-PWIF reportA new whitepaper suggests a significant GST reduction on smartphones under Rs 25,000 to 5%, while retaining 18% for pricier models. This mo...
01 Jul, 2026, 10.51 PM IST
Rs 15,000 monthly investment for 20 years: NPS or mutual funds? Know which may leave you with a bigger retirement corpusRetirement planning often pits National Pension System (NPS) against equity mutual funds. While mutual funds offer flexibility and potentia...
01 Jul, 2026, 04.22 PM IST
June GST collections 13.9% to ₹1.95 lakh croreIndia's GST revenue surged 13.9% to ₹1.95 lakh crore in June, driven by a significant 34.6% jump in import tax collections. While domestic ...
01 Jul, 2026, 12.50 PM IST
In Graphics: How GST cuts triggered a rally for Indian businessesGovernment analysis reveals that last September's Goods and Services Tax rate adjustments led to a significant expansion of the tax base. H...
01 Jul, 2026, 01.10 AM IST
India cuts windfall tax on diesel, raises petrol tax from JulyIndia has adjusted its windfall taxes on fuel exports, slashing duties on diesel and aviation fuel while increasing the tax on petrol expor...
30 Jun, 2026, 09.29 PM IST
My wife and I declared diabetes in our health insurance policy. Will it cover new illnesses too?ET Wealth Reader's Query: My wife and I have had a floater health insurance policy for over four years. We declared diabetes as a pre-exist...
30 Jun, 2026, 01.00 PM IST
India 10-year bond set for best month in 7 years on oil slide, foreign demandIndian government bonds surged Tuesday, with the benchmark 10-year yield on track for its largest monthly drop in seven years. This rally i...
30 Jun, 2026, 11.54 AM IST
NRI Talk| For a Rs 50 crore NRI portfolio, structure matters as much as stock selection: Tarun BiraniNRIs view India with cautious optimism, recognizing its long-term growth potential despite recent market flatness and rupee depreciation. D...
29 Jun, 2026, 01.14 PM IST
ITR filing 2026: Foreign income and overseas assets? Avoid these 7 costly disclosure mistakesReturning Indians face new tax filing complexities. Foreign retirement accounts now necessitate the more detailed ITR-2, moving away from t...
29 Jun, 2026, 11.19 AM IST
Tax, policy changes making equities more attractive for investors, likely to sustain inflows: JP MorganGovernment policies and tax reforms are making Indian equities a more attractive investment compared to other options, according to a JP Mo...
28 Jun, 2026, 01.40 PM IST
As GST turns 10, focus shifts to AI-led compliance, faster refunds, simpler tax processesIndia's Goods and Services Tax, now in its tenth year, is evolving towards greater efficiency. The government is leveraging AI, data sharin...
28 Jun, 2026, 11.42 AM IST
Income Tax AY 2026-27: Even if your salary income is below Rs 12.75 lakh, you still need to pay tax for these incomesIncome Tax AY 2026-27: Salaried individuals earning up to Rs 12.75 lakh annually may enjoy zero tax liability due to enhanced Section 87A r...
23 Jun, 2026, 02.14 PM IST
Can me and my wife claim LTCG tax exemption on gains from residential property sold in 2025?ET Wealth Reader's Query: In 2025, I sold a residential property, which was purchased in 2008 in the joint names of my wife and I. However,...
23 Jun, 2026, 01.23 PM IST
US Stocks: GIFT City or traditional broker? Before you start overseas investing, know which route saves you more in taxes, costs, and hassleIndians now have easier access to global markets through direct overseas investing or GIFT City. Direct investing offers wider choices and ...
23 Jun, 2026, 11.10 AM IST
ITR filing AY 2026-27: 8 costly mistakes taxpayers should avoid this tax return filing seasonThe I-T Department’s growing scrutiny, using AI and data analytics tools, leaves little room for omissions and errors, making accurate tax ...
22 Jun, 2026, 09.25 AM IST
Do you need to file ITR if you only incurred losses from equities or mutual funds? Check the detailsIndividuals earning below basic exemption limits (Rs 2.5 lakh old, Rs 4 lakh new regime) generally don't need to file ITR. However, mandato...
16 Jun, 2026, 11.21 AM IST
RBI's measures may attract USD 60-70 billion foreign capital, support rupee: India RatingsNew measures by the RBI and government aim to attract foreign capital. These steps are expected to bring in USD 60-70 billion. This influx ...
10 Jun, 2026, 05.46 PM IST