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Allow me to take revenge: Martyr's wife to government

Allow me to take revenge: Martyr's wife to government

Rediff.com2 May 2017

The martyr's father Udham Singh said he was proud of his son, but wanted that Pakistan be given a befitting reply.

'They said the order has come from the top-most authorities'

'They said the order has come from the top-most authorities'

Rediff.com20 Jun 2022

'A male constable addressed my mother using profanities.' 'They said nothing could save our home from being bulldozed.' 'They want to make my father their sacrificial goat.'

What Today's Millennials Want From Govt

What Today's Millennials Want From Govt

Rediff.com12 Feb 2022

Tax benefit on WFH expenses, regulatory clarity on cryptos figure high on their wish list.

Will vacate govt accommodation by August 1: Priyanka

Will vacate govt accommodation by August 1: Priyanka

Rediff.com14 Jul 2020

"This is FAKE NEWS. I have not made any such request to the government. As per the eviction letter handed to me on the 1st of July, I will be vacating the government accommodation at 35 Lodhi Estate by the 1st of August," she said in a tweet.

Experts' poll says RBI may hold rates for now

Experts' poll says RBI may hold rates for now

Rediff.com31 Mar 2018

There is a narrow chance that the central bank may cut rates in the future, according to a poll of 15 economists and treasurers.

RBI holds lending rate at 6.25%, reverse repo up by 25 bps

RBI holds lending rate at 6.25%, reverse repo up by 25 bps

Rediff.com6 Apr 2017

The monetary authority said it was worried on three fronts with regard to inflation as well as the economy.

'Is stipend received by me while studying taxable?'

'Is stipend received by me while studying taxable?'

Rediff.com9 Jul 2016

In an online chat with readers on July 8, Anil Rego answered their tax queries. Here's the chat transcript in case you missed the chat

Check out COVID-19 protocols for French Open

Check out COVID-19 protocols for French Open

Rediff.com25 Sep 2020

A list of protocols drawn up by the French Tennis Federation (FFT) to ensure the tournament can take place safely amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

Lankesh murder: SC sets aside HC order quashing charge sheet against accused

Lankesh murder: SC sets aside HC order quashing charge sheet against accused

Rediff.com21 Oct 2021

The Supreme Court on Thursday set aside the Karnataka high court order quashing the charge sheet against an accused in the murder of journalist Gauri Lankesh for purported offences under provisions of the Karnataka Control of Organised Crimes Act.

For the time being, the rupee takes the centrestage

For the time being, the rupee takes the centrestage

Rediff.com23 Oct 2018

'Most importantly, marking a departure from the past, the RBI has made it clear that it is not overtly worried about the level of the local currency,' notes Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

Sun Pharma's Dilip Shanghvi takes 99% pay cut

Sun Pharma's Dilip Shanghvi takes 99% pay cut

Rediff.com2 Aug 2019

As on July 31, the valuation of his shareholding in the company stood at Rs 9,830 crore.

RBI's most teething problem: Controlling inflation

RBI's most teething problem: Controlling inflation

Rediff.com23 Oct 2017

A combination of farm loan debt waivers by state governments and the implementation of the pay commission award could entail some fiscal slippages and pose a risk to inflation

When it comes to salary, India Inc has its job cut out

When it comes to salary, India Inc has its job cut out

Rediff.com2 Mar 2021

The new definition under the Code of Wages, 2019, includes three components: basic pay, dearness allowance and retention payment.

Report All Income In Tax Returns

Report All Income In Tax Returns

Rediff.com19 Jan 2022

Failure to do so leads to incorrect filing and under-reporting of income, with adverse consequences, advises Bindisha Sarang.

Last minute tax tips...

Last minute tax tips...

Rediff.com5 Mar 2018

Evaluate recurring investment products and do the numbers before making any investments.

Bhagwant Mann Must Get His Act Together

Bhagwant Mann Must Get His Act Together

Rediff.com5 Dec 2022

Bhagwant Mann and Arvind Kejriwal are realising that it is not a cakewalk to run a full state that is plagued with a fiscal deficit and where emotions run high at the drop of a hat, observes Sudhir Bisht.

'2022 will be blockbuster year for films'

'2022 will be blockbuster year for films'

Rediff.com19 Aug 2021

'We will see footfall returning to pre-COVID levels by January.'

Sachin finally gets tax relief on his Pune property

Sachin finally gets tax relief on his Pune property

Rediff.com15 Aug 2018

Under the I-T Act, if a person has more than one property, one of them may be treated as given on rent even if it is vacant

Rajan says no 'big bang jump' for rupee onto world stage

Rajan says no 'big bang jump' for rupee onto world stage

Rediff.com1 Dec 2015

'The Chinese devalued the yuan initially but then stopped'.

If govt has its way your take-home pay may decline

If govt has its way your take-home pay may decline

Rediff.com21 Jun 2018

While some trade union leaders have welcomed the move, industry has opposed it, fearing an increase in its wage bill

TAX GURU: 'Is my employment compensation tax-free?'

TAX GURU: 'Is my employment compensation tax-free?'

Rediff.com8 Apr 2022

Anil Rego, CEO, Right Horizons, answers your personal income tax queries.

Ambani among those setting up family business offices in Singapore

Ambani among those setting up family business offices in Singapore

Rediff.com7 Feb 2023

Ambani is in good company. The likes of ultra-rich individuals like hedge fund billionaire Ray Dalio and co-founder of Google Sergey Brin have chosen Singapore to establish their family offices. So have British inventor James Dyson, famous for his bladeless fans and hair dryers and vacuum cleaners, and Zhang Yong, founder of China's Haidilao hotpot restaurant chain, reports Lee Kah Whye.

Priyanka to shift out of her Lutyens bungalow by month-end

Priyanka to shift out of her Lutyens bungalow by month-end

Rediff.com9 Jul 2020

Priyanka to shift base to Lucknow when the COVID-19 situation improves

Documents you must keep handy to file income tax returns

Documents you must keep handy to file income tax returns

Rediff.com11 Jul 2022

The Income-Tax (I-T) Department nowadays provides pre-filled forms to make the filing of income-tax return (ITR) easier. Nonetheless, you must have a number of documents handy at the time of filing return so that you can cross-check the data in the pre-filled form. "Filing ITR doesn't require you to upload any document. But in case an assessing officer makes an inquiry, you will need to present documents and certificates as proof," says Deepak Jain, chief executive, TaxManager.in.

No tax relief for these home buyers

No tax relief for these home buyers

Rediff.com3 Feb 2020

There was no relief for existing home buyers who are stuck in stalled projects and are paying both rent and EMI on their home loans.

Time to change meaningless Income Tax exemptions

Time to change meaningless Income Tax exemptions

Rediff.com22 Feb 2016

Many exemptions make little sense, such as a monthly exemption of Rs 100 for college education and Rs 300 for hostel fees.

Redevelopment compensation is not taxed

Redevelopment compensation is not taxed

Rediff.com12 Sep 2016

Cooperative societies get more tax benefits as compared to individual house owners.

Urban Development Ministry seeks return of Kejriwal Tilak Lane flat

Urban Development Ministry seeks return of Kejriwal Tilak Lane flat

Rediff.com8 Mar 2014

The Urban Development Ministry has written to the Delhi government asking it to return the Tilak Lane flat alloted to former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal when he was the chief minister.

Rajan leaves rates unchanged; warns of inflation risks

Rajan leaves rates unchanged; warns of inflation risks

Rediff.com9 Aug 2016

RBI Governor Raghuram Rajan on Tuesday kept the repo rate unchanged 6.50 per cent.

Federer ready to get on a roll at Wimbledon

Federer ready to get on a roll at Wimbledon

Rediff.com26 Jun 2021

Despite being the king of Wimbledon, Federer has found himself in the same strict bubble as every other player in the draw this year, rather than in his usual plush rented house with his family a stroll away from the grounds.

Wimbledon to become 14-day tournament from 2022

Wimbledon to become 14-day tournament from 2022

Rediff.com27 Apr 2021

The Wimbledon Championships will become a 14-day tournament from 2022, with matches set to be played on Middle Sunday, traditionally a day off at the grasscourt Grand Slam.

ASK ANIL: Trading in stocks; how to file IT returns?

ASK ANIL: Trading in stocks; how to file IT returns?

Rediff.com7 Feb 2022

Anil Rego, CEO, Right Horizons, answers your personal income tax queries

Hindus, Muslims exchange hugs in Jahangirpuri; life yet to be normal

Hindus, Muslims exchange hugs in Jahangirpuri; life yet to be normal

Rediff.com22 Apr 2022

Hemmed in by barricades and police and paramilitary swarming all over the place, the troubled Jahangirpuri on Friday showed signs of returning to normalcy, with the local peace committee calling for communal harmony and members of the warring communities embracing each other, agreeing to let bygones be bygones.

'Women in Pakistan feel like they are being watched'

'Women in Pakistan feel like they are being watched'

Rediff.com26 Jun 2023

'There's this presence, a sense of patrolling and surveillance. And it's not coming from a place of safety.' 'It's coming from a place of 'You don't belong here'.' 'It's a malevolent force, the society at large is observing them.'

A Swayamvar With A Difference

A Swayamvar With A Difference

Rediff.com30 Aug 2022

Lakshmanan contracted polio when he was only three months old. 'I didn't want to go for the swayamvar, but my uncle convinced me to attend.' He sat close to the door at the swayamvar. And then, Rohini walked in. Both her legs, too, were afflicted with polio.

All that you wanted to know about HRA

All that you wanted to know about HRA

Rediff.com7 Feb 2013

A look at different scenarios in which you can and cannot claim HRA.

ASK MIHIR: 'Can NPS get extra tax benefit for me?'

ASK MIHIR: 'Can NPS get extra tax benefit for me?'

Rediff.com6 Sep 2022

Mihir Tanna, Associate Director, S K Patodia & Associates, answers your income tax queries.

How EPFO proposals will impact you

How EPFO proposals will impact you

Rediff.com23 Mar 2015

The deduction will be higher and net take-home pay will fall.

Khan Market, CP traders struggle to survive despite 'unlock'

Khan Market, CP traders struggle to survive despite 'unlock'

Rediff.com2 Jul 2020

Deserted streets, limited customers, no revenue generation, huge rentals and restricted operations have forced many outlets to put their shutters down permanently while many others are struggling to survive by retrenching staff and tightening their purse strings on several other expenses.

Your home loan queries answered!

Your home loan queries answered!

Rediff.com24 Dec 2019

Chartered accountant and Sebi registered investment advisor, Harsh Vardhan Roongta, answers your home loan queries