ITR filing 2026: CBDT takes these steps to prevent portal glitches before July 31 deadlineITR filing 2026: The government has addressed concerns regarding the income tax e-filing portal's performance. While usage has increased, t...
21 Jul, 2026, 02.14 PM IST
10 things you should learn outside the classroom before you get your first jobAcademic degrees secure interviews, but workplace success requires practical skills. Clear communication and effective time management are ...
21 Jul, 2026, 01.58 PM IST
Phrase of the day: 'Pay the price' - meaning, origin, examples, usage and similar English idioms about consequences explainedPhrase of the day: The English idiom 'pay the price' describes facing negative outcomes from past choices. This phrase signifies experienci...
20 Jul, 2026, 09.25 PM IST
7 big income tax changes for 2026-27 that may reduce penalties for small mistakesNew income tax rules aim to reduce penalties for ordinary citizens. Minor foreign asset non-disclosures will not face prosecution from Octo...
20 Jul, 2026, 11.57 AM IST
ITR filing: How Bitcoin, NFTs, airdrops, gifted crypto, and overseas wallets are taxed in India and how to report themIndia's virtual digital asset taxation remains among the world's toughest. Investors face a flat thirty percent tax on gains and one percen...
20 Jul, 2026, 11.50 AM 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
Bought Maggi from Vishal Mega Mart, ended up in hospital: Consumer court slaps retailer with Rs 2.8 lakh penaltyA retail giant faced a significant penalty after selling expired Maggi noodles. The consumer commission ordered Vishal Mega Mart to pay a s...
18 Jul, 2026, 07.58 PM IST
Psychology says people who constantly correct others may not be trying to annoy youWhile some corrections are genuinely helpful, constantly pointing out every mistake can sometimes strain relationships if empathy and timin...
18 Jul, 2026, 06.42 PM IST
Planning retirement & child's education through mutual funds? Expert explains SWP, taxation, portfolio rebalancingAn investor seeks expert guidance for his daughter's education and retirement goals. A financial planner suggests a diversified portfolio a...
17 Jul, 2026, 10.15 AM IST
ITR 2026: Common income tax return filing mistakes that cost employees lakhsA careful, timely, and well-documented filing approach can help employees avoid notices, interest, penalties, and refund delays while ensur...
16 Jul, 2026, 12.12 PM IST
Foreign assets in AIS: CBDT sets the stage for Foreign Assets of Small Taxpayers Disclosure SchemeThe CBDT’s decision to upload foreign financial information into taxpayers’ annual information statements may be more than an administrativ...
16 Jul, 2026, 11.41 AM IST
Psychology says people who make payments, fill forms or do any other thing on the last day aren't simply lazy: What this behavior may reveal?Psychology says people who make payments, fill forms or do any other thing on the last day aren't always careless or lazy. Psychology expla...
15 Jul, 2026, 03.34 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
Income tax penalties explained: Under-reporting, not furnishing ITR, and more -Defaults and penalties under different sectionsIf you are confused by personal finance terms, jargon and calculations, here’s a series to simplify and deconstruct these for you. In the 1...
13 Jul, 2026, 12.41 PM IST
GST Tax officer can allege fraud first and prove it later, Rules Madras High Court; Why this matters to every taxpayerGST officers can now issue fraud notices with a reasonable basis. Proof of fraud is not required at the initial notice stage. Businesses mu...
13 Jul, 2026, 10.32 AM IST
How to check Annual Information Statement (AIS) before filing ITR: Step-by-step guideTaxpayers must review their Annual Information Statement before filing their Income Tax Return. This statement details financial transactio...
11 Jul, 2026, 04.43 PM IST
ITR filing 2026: NRIs need to file Schedule FA in ITR to declare foreign asset for AY 2026-2027 in this caseResident and ordinarily resident individuals must report foreign assets. This disclosure is required in Schedule FA of the income tax retur...
09 Jul, 2026, 11.06 AM IST