Saudi Arabia replaces its 50% flat tax with a four-tier excise duty based on sugar content from January 1, aiming to cut consumption. The UAE will implement a similar system in 2026. Read how this GCC health move affects prices.
MCG Gurgaon sealed seven properties for non-payment of Rs 1.8 crore in property tax. The drive, led by Zonal Taxation Officer Pankaj Kumar, resulted in a single-day collection of Rs 7 crore. Read more about the crackdown and the use of AI to boost revenue
A panchayat secretary in Bihar's Bhojpur district was arrested by the Special Vigilance Unit for accepting a bribe of Rs 10,000 to issue a birth certificate. Read the full details of the anti-corruption operation.
Buying property in India from an NRI? Learn why TDS deduction is mandatory regardless of the seller's income or capital gains amount. Avoid hefty penalties and legal liability.
Chandigarh's UT estate office has launched complete digital processing for property applications, from transfers to OC, cutting paperwork and visits. Discover the new reforms.
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.
A medical officer at Roorkee Civil Hospital was caught red-handed accepting a Rs 20,000 bribe. The vigilance department urges citizens to report corruption. Read more.
A teacher in Barwani, Madhya Pradesh, was sentenced to four years of rigorous imprisonment for demanding a bribe for salary arrears. Read the full details of the Lokayukta trap and court verdict.
MCG intensified its property tax crackdown, sealing six properties with ₹2 crore dues. The action spurred compliance, leading to ₹7 crore in same-day collections. Commissioner warns of continued action.
Bengaluru East City Corporation seals commercial properties over unpaid taxes. With Rs 1,673.5 crore target, only Rs 954.9 crore collected. Read about the enforcement drive.
A Bengaluru ACP was caught red-handed accepting a bribe of Rs 30,000 from a hotel manager. The officer had demanded Rs 50,000 for allowing late-night operations. Read the full details of the Lokayukta's anti-corruption operation.
A property tax clerk in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar was arrested by the ACB for demanding a bribe of Rs 10,000 from a shop owner. Read the full details of the corruption case.
CBI traps MCD assistant engineer & beldar for demanding Rs 2 lakh bribe for a building closure report in Shahdara. Case filed under Prevention of Corruption Act. Details inside.
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.
Vigilance sleuths in Bihar arrested a revenue employee for a ₹1 lakh bribe in Patna and a sub-inspector for ₹40,000 in Siwan. Read the full details of the anti-corruption operations.
CBI arrests a CGST Superintendent in Maharashtra for allegedly demanding a Rs 20 lakh bribe to settle a fabricated Rs 98 lakh tax demand. Read the full details of the corruption case.
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.
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.
GHMC introduces a GIS-driven digital platform and QR-enabled app for real-time property monitoring, transparent tax administration, and citizen self-service in Hyderabad.
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.
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.
A 73-year-old retired VAO in Trichy sentenced to 2 years in prison for demanding a ₹2000 bribe in 2007. The vigilance department's trap led to his conviction.
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?