Here's why cash loan repayments over Rs 20,000 may get flagged by tax officials
Accepting a cash loan beyond Rs 20,000 is prohibited under Section 269SS of the Income Tax Act and a penalty equal to the loan amount can be levied on the person depositing the money in your account
GST 2.0 rings in positive changes, but businesses have to work fast to be ready for the new structure
The overarching aim is to boost consumption with a reduction in rates across a slew of products. Industries such as FMCG may have to grapple with an inverted duty structure but measures to speed up refunds will help
Higher GST on coal unlikely to negatively impact electricity tariffs in India
The move is likely to translate into a reduction of around Rs 12 paisa per unit in their cost of electricity supply as coal-based capacity accounts for nearly 70% of total generation at an all-India level, according to ICRA Ltd.
Political calculations underpinning GST 2.0
It ticks all the right boxes by protecting the base which contributes the bulk of GST revenue while moving most items of mass consumption to a lower slab. That’s the template all political parties agree on
GST 2.0: Should you put your shopping on hold till September 22?
This festival season won’t just be about retailer discounts but also how effectively lower GST rates trickle down to conusmers
ITR filing: Can NRIs claim 80TTA and avoid TDS with Form 15G?
The rate of TDS for non-residents on bank interest, including interest credited in the savings bank account, is 30%.
GST 2.0: Tax cuts to fuel India's clean energy sector as rates on parts slashed to 5%
The GST Council has also reduced the tax for hydrogen fuel cell vehicles from the current 12% to 5%
GST 2.0: Tax relief for green hydrogen, battery storage likely as meeting gets underway
The GST council will also look at reducing the tax on solar panels and windmill components from 12% to 5%
Accrual vs receipt: How to disclose NSC, KVP and RD interest incomes in ITRs
For post-office schemes, compute interest on an accrual basis and disclose it annually in the returns under the 'income from other sources' head
Why GST reform must recognise the pivotal role of beverages in retail outlets
While many staples leave retailers with slim returns, aerated drinks offer margins in the 19–24 per cent range, giving Kiranas the cushion they need to cover costs. GST 2.0 proposal still considers keeping them in the demerit category, even as other packaged goods are likely to move to lower slabs
GST 2.0: A game-changing overhaul for India's tax system
The 56th GST Council meeting in September 2025 aims to overhaul India’s GST structure with simplified tax slabs, compliance reforms, and sector-specific relief, aiming to boost consumption and ease business burdens
ITR filing: Can one claim tax rebate on short term capital gains manually for FY25?
Some tax experts argue that since the law is currently on the taxpayer’s side, the 87A rebate can indeed be claimed manually for STCG. Others say not to include to avoid tax notices in future.
ITR filing: Disclose inherited property in your ITR if income exceeds Rs 1 crore
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Income tax twist: How April 2023 and July 2024 reshaped capital gains on mutual funds
Mutual funds are now taxed under three categories: equity-oriented mutual funds, specified/debt-oriented mutual funds, and other mutual funds. While equity taxation is straightforward, the rates on non-equity funds vary by scheme and even depend on both purchase and redemption dates.
Govt to issue guidelines to states to identify location, collect bids for EV charging stations
In a first, the upcoming guidelines will also include some incentives for downstream EV charging infrastructure such as EV charging guns or connectors, which deliver electricity from the charging station to the vehicle.
Hospitalisation costs are rising—Here’s how to future-proof your health cover
'For individuals living in metro cities, where healthcare costs are significantly higher, we recommend opting for a minimum sum insured of Rs 25 lakh,' says an expert
Thinking or just started a YouTube channel? Here’s how to file your ITR this tax season
One important thing is that as income of YouTubers and influencers is from business and profession, they can’t change tax regime every year
Real money gaming banned, but gains liable to income tax: Be prepared to declare in your tax returns
Net income from online games is treated as taxable income, and is subject to a 30% tax under Section 115BB of the Income Tax Act.
ITR filing: Turn stock market capital gains into tax-free wealth with a smart Section 54F move
Investments beyond Rs 10 crore limit does not qualify for exemption under Section 54F.
ITR Filing: Is another extension coming for the September 15 tax deadline?
Although the CBDT extended the due date for non-audit cases from July 31, 2025, to September 15, 2025, the utilities for ITR-5, ITR-6 and ITR-7 were released only in August. ITR 2 and 3 also came out much later than usual on 11th July, 2025.
Old vs new tax regime: Should you still invest under Section 80C?
It may still make sense to continue with the old regime if the deductions and exemptions exceed the savings from the new regime's reduced rates
ITR Filing: Should one report inheritance in income-tax return?
There is no need not disclose inheritance in the ITR but the it is important to preserve all relevant documents such as the copy of the will and probate
How is capital gain computed on gifted shares bought before January 31, 2018?
For listed shares acquired before January 31, 2018, the fair market value of these on January 31, 2018 can be taken as the cost
Dividend income mismatch in personal record and AIS: How to file ITR
In the case of dividend income, the amount to be reported in the Income Tax Return (ITR) is the gross dividend* declared/credited by the company or mutual fund
