Patna Municipal Corporation achieves a historic tax collection of over Rs 63 crore for FY 2025-26, driven by digital payments and a successful One-Time Settlement scheme. Citizens urged to pay dues promptly.
Taxpayers can file revised ITR until Dec 31, 2025 for AY 2025-26. Learn how to check your refund status online and understand common reasons for processing delays.
Google has reportedly paid a staggering $10.5 billion in fines to the European Commission, now listed as a standard line item. This adds to rising US-EU tensions over digital taxes and regulations. Read the full story.
Anduril's Palmer Luckey warns California's proposed 5% billionaire wealth tax could force asset sales and home seizures. Tech elite like Peter Thiel consider leaving. Read the full analysis.
NITI Aayog's new paper recommends decriminalising many income tax offences to shift from fear to trust-based compliance. Could this reform boost investment and ease business?
Lucknow Municipal Corporation launches Property Tax Management System (PTMS) for transparent, digital assessment. Ends harassment, ensures accurate calculation. Learn how it affects you.
The estate of Robert Brockman settles the biggest US individual tax fraud case, agreeing to pay $750 million in back taxes and penalties. Details on the $2 billion offshore empire revealed.
India's new Income Tax Act, 2025, replaces the 1961 law from April 1, aiming for a simplified tax regime. Read about the key changes and implications.
As India's new tax regime becomes the default, savers are ditching ELSS for PPF and index funds. Discover why tax-saving discipline is shifting and how to invest wisely.
The Income Tax Department's CPC has a strict deadline to process ITRs. If missed, your filed return is deemed accepted. Learn how to claim your refund if delayed.
Income Tax Dept sends bulk SMS/emails about refunds on hold due to mismatched ITR details. Taxpayers must file revised return by Dec 31. Learn how to fix errors.
Many taxpayers report receiving emails/SMS from the Income Tax Department stating their refunds are on hold due to discrepancies. The deadline to file a revised ITR for AY 2025-26 is December 31, 2024. Get clarity on the issue.
The Municipal Corporation of Gurugram (MCG) sealed 15 commercial properties for property tax default, recovering over ₹1.5 crore. The crackdown targets major defaulters across the city.
India sees a surge in voluntary tax compliance with 3.6 million individuals revising returns. CBDT's NUDGE campaign urges corrections before the December 31 deadline to avoid penalties.
The 3rd National Indirect Tax Moot Court Competition 2024, organized by the Chamber of Tax Consultants, concluded successfully in Delhi. The event aimed to hone the skills of future indirect tax professionals. Read more about the winners and key insights.
PIB clarifies new Income Tax Bill 2025 powers. Access to emails & social media is limited to search operations for tax evasion probes. Honest taxpayers unaffected.
Struggling with property tax payments? Learn how to verify dues, download receipts, and pay online via official municipal portals. Save time and avoid penalties with our simple guide.
Learn how equity, debt & hybrid mutual funds are taxed. Optimise your post-tax returns with this detailed guide on capital gains tax, holding periods, and tax-saving strategies.
Mumbai's BMC demands Rs 10,899 crore in property tax using a disputed formula, overriding High Court and Supreme Court orders. 481 properties face inflated bills and threats of coercive action.
Discover five proven strategies to legally lower your tax bill in retirement. Learn about Roth conversions, Social Security taxation, and new deductions for seniors in 2025.
RTI data reveals state & central govt bodies in Mumbai owe BMC over Rs 3,000 crore in property tax arrears. Only Rs 243 crore recovered in 5 years, raising burden on citizens. Read full details.
Income Tax Department issues detailed FAQs on claiming 80G deductions. Learn the verification process, eligible donations, and key conditions for taxpayers in the old regime.
Mysuru's urban bodies, led by MCC, achieve an 83% property tax collection surge. Digital payments, early rebates, and door-to-door drives fuel the success. Discover how the district is boosting civic development.
India's corporate tax collections grew 7.5% to Rs 9.94 lakh crore by mid-December, surpassing personal income tax growth. Net direct tax kitty crosses Rs 17 lakh crore. Read the full analysis.
Returned NRI wants to gift money from foreign account to daughter abroad. Also, an NRI selling Dubai property seeks clarity on TDS certificate. Expert explains tax implications.
India's net direct tax revenue rose 8% to ₹17 trillion in April-December, missing the 13% target. Personal income tax growth slowed due to new slab rates. Can the government meet its full-year goal?
India's net direct tax collection for FY25 grows 8% to Rs 17.04 lakh crore. Gross collections surge 24% to Rs 19.45 lakh crore, while refunds slow. Read the full analysis.
India's net direct tax collections grew 8% to Rs 17.05 lakh crore till Dec 17, boosted by a sharp 13.5% fall in refunds. Advance tax up 4.27%. Read the full analysis.
Lucknow Municipal Corporation introduces a new Property Tax Management System (PTMS) with unique 16-digit IDs for all properties. Aimed at boosting transparency and compliance, it links to the Smart City Command Centre. Read more.
Varanasi Municipal Corporation assures no coercive action against religious sites after seers protest integrated tax bills. Commissioner clarifies tax exemptions for charitable institutions.