The government has notified Income Tax Return (ITR) forms for Financial Year 2025–26, effective from 1 April 2026, with certain updates to the old forms. The new Income Tax Act…
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TDS exemption for senior citizens explained: Form 121 replaces Form 15H — key updates and mistakes to avoid
Senior citizens who are earning income below the basic exemption limit will no longer use Form 15H to avoid tax deducted at source (). Under the Income-tax Rules 2026, this…
DA hike: How much will your salary and pension increase this time?
Central government employees and pensioners have been waiting for the January 2026 dearness allowance (DA) and dearness relief (DR) hike. With April now underway and no official word yet, many…
TDS, TCS new rules: Forms 138 and 140 replace old Forms 24Q and 26Q — here’s all you need to know
From 1 April 2026, Indian taxpayers have been introduced to major changes in the tax compliance framework, as the government rolled out the Income-tax Act, 2025, along with the ,…
Getting 8.2% on small savings? Don’t invest before these 5 key checks
As the new financial year begins, small savings investors have some clarity at least. The government has decided to keep , offering a sense of stability at a time when…
Income tax filing 2026: Which 5 key links should every taxpayer check now?
If you’ve logged into the income tax portal recently and felt things look a bit different, you’re not imagining it. With new tax rules in place and the system getting…
₹13 crore digital arrest scam: Ex-Delhi judge says awareness is your strongest defence— 6 ways to protect yourself
A 77-year-old Delhi retiree lost more than ₹13 crore in a sophisticated ‘digital arrest’ scam. In this case, fraudsters duped her by impersonating police officers and a judge through a…
Income tax portal revamp: 7 key links every taxpayer must check now
The nation’s income tax system has undergone significant changes with the introduction of new forms under the Income Tax Rules, 2026. In addition, the launch of an integrated payment module…
PAN card application rules changed from 1 April: List of documents you must submit now
The government has implemented several changes related to Permanent Account Number (PAN) card applications, effective 1 April. The revised rules introduce new application forms and additional documentation requirements for individuals…
Did you know EPF once offered 12%? A look back at historical returns as govt clarifies on interest rate hike demand
The Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) has always been a key instrument for retirement and wealth preservation in India, especially due to the assured returns it offers to lakhs of subscribers.…