3.6 Million Indians Update Tax Returns Before Dec 31 Deadline
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.
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.
Haryana announces winter vacations for schools from Jan 1-15, 2026. Government offices to close for 124 days. Employees get 3 restricted holidays. Get all details here.
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.
Madhya Pradesh reshapes finances with zero-based budgeting & a 3-year rolling plan. Deputy CM Jagdish Devda reveals FY25 revenue of Rs 55,634 Cr, per capita income of Rs 1.52 lakh, and new tech-driven initiatives for revenue growth.
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.
CGST Rohtak arrests Sonipat pharma trader Pawel Garg for alleged GST evasion of Rs 21.30 crore on sales of Rs 118.49 crore. Raid uncovers unaccounted transactions. Read the full details.
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.
Income Tax Department conducts searches on multiple Mumbai food & beverage companies for alleged tax evasion. Actor Shilpa Shetty's co-owned restaurant among premises covered. Read the full details.
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.
Income Tax Department conducts nationwide raids on food companies, including a brand promoted by Shilpa Shetty. Search operations span multiple cities, uncovering alleged financial irregularities.
Income Tax Department raids over 20 Mumbai food & beverage firms for tax evasion. Searches include a restaurant co-owned by Shilpa Shetty. Details on the ongoing investigation here.
The Income Tax Department clarifies recent taxpayer communications are for voluntary compliance. Review your AIS and respond via the Compliance Portal by Dec 31, 2025, if needed.
Kanpur police and tax officials bust a gang that created fake companies to evade GST worth Rs 37.87 crore. Four arrested, laptops and phones seized. Read the full investigation details.
Third advance tax instalment for FY 2025-26 due 15 Dec. Missing it attracts interest under Section 234C. Know calculation, exemptions for seniors, and how to pay by March.
Government uncovers 489 bogus GST registrations using forged IDs, evading Rs 3,000 crore. Data analytics drive intensifies against tax fraud networks. Read the full report.
Government detects 489 fake GST registrations using forged PAN & Aadhaar, leading to ₹3,000+ crore tax evasion. Learn about the crackdown and new safety measures.
Ahmedabad ITAT restores an NRI's tax appeal despite a 621-day delay, citing notices sent to a wrong email address. The ruling highlights the need for accuracy in the faceless appeals process. Read more.
Get ready for the 2026 tax season with major changes under the One, Big, Beautiful Bill. Learn about new deductions, refund timelines, and how to file early for faster returns. Essential reading for all taxpayers.