News for 'Permanent Account Number'

Tax payers can now e-verify ITRs using bank, demat a/c details

Tax payers can now e-verify ITRs using bank, demat a/c details

Rediff.com22 Jan 2016

The e-filing website of the I-T department would now provide a facility to pre-validate bank account details.

Give Agniveers A Chance!

Give Agniveers A Chance!

Rediff.com10 Jul 2024

Such public domain discussions affect their morale and dedication -- and that, if anything, will definitely affect combat-effectiveness, asserts Vice Admiral Biswajit Dasgupta (retd).

Assembly polls, J-K statehood soon: Modi in Srinagar

Assembly polls, J-K statehood soon: Modi in Srinagar

Rediff.com20 Jun 2024

In his first visit to the valley after becoming the prime minister for the third consecutive term, Modi emphasised the importance of enabling the people of Jammu and Kashmir to elect their representatives for the assembly.

'I Would Have Even Defeated Modi In Ayodhya'

'I Would Have Even Defeated Modi In Ayodhya'

Rediff.com22 Jul 2024

'The 2024 general elections proved that UP is not Gujarat.'

Donald Trump's Facebook account suspended for 2 years

Donald Trump's Facebook account suspended for 2 years

Rediff.com5 Jun 2021

Social media behemoth Facebook on Friday said the account of former United States President Donald Trump will remain suspended for two years, and post that period it will re-assess the ban.

Up next, PAN card to be issued in 48 hours flat!

Up next, PAN card to be issued in 48 hours flat!

Rediff.com21 Apr 2015

The government will soon launch a facility under which a Permanent Account Number card will be issued within 48 hours of applying.

I-T dept asks banks to report pre-note ban cash deposits

I-T dept asks banks to report pre-note ban cash deposits

Rediff.com8 Jan 2017

Banks, cooperative banks and post offices will have to report to the tax department all cash deposits between April 1 to November 9, 2016.

Use mobile apps to pay income-tax, apply for PAN

Use mobile apps to pay income-tax, apply for PAN

Rediff.com16 Feb 2017

Aadhaar-based e-KYC facility would allow individuals or entities wanting to apply for PAN to verify details such as date of birth or address by way of biometric identification using thumb impressions.

Rediff's Wave Rider Retires!

Rediff's Wave Rider Retires!

Rediff.com1 Nov 2024

We asked colleagues, present and past, to reflect on a man who has made such a difference to their lives and careers. Here it is then, a rich collection of memories that offer enchanting glimpses of the enigmatic Ajit Balakrishnan.

'Only Cure For Migration Is To Create Jobs'

'Only Cure For Migration Is To Create Jobs'

Rediff.com18 May 2024

The Odisha government told the assembly over 40,000 workers migrated from the state last year, with the highest number -- 26,151 -- from Balangir.

Aadhaar-PAN linking deadline extended, again

Aadhaar-PAN linking deadline extended, again

Rediff.com1 Jul 2018

The deadline extended till March 31, 2019.

PAN-Aadhaar linking deadline extended to June 30: CBDT

PAN-Aadhaar linking deadline extended to June 30: CBDT

Rediff.com27 Mar 2018

The government has now made quoting of Aadhaar mandatory for filing income tax returns as well as obtaining a new PAN.

Modi's rule to curb unofficial gold trade backfires

Modi's rule to curb unofficial gold trade backfires

Rediff.com2 Feb 2016

India made it mandatory for customers to disclose their tax code, or Permanent Account Number (PAN), for purchases above Rs 200,000.

309,000 'shell' company directors disqualified

309,000 'shell' company directors disqualified

Rediff.com6 Nov 2017

Their bank accounts have been frozen. State governments have been told to restrict sales and transfers of real estate assets these companies own.
Veena Mani reports.

PAN soon to be mandatory for cash transactions above Rs 2 lakh

PAN soon to be mandatory for cash transactions above Rs 2 lakh

Rediff.com15 Dec 2015

In a bid to check generation of domestic black money, the government will soon issue a notification making quoting of PAN mandatory for all cash transactions beyond Rs 200,000.

IPO: Why govt decides not to lower face value of LIC

IPO: Why govt decides not to lower face value of LIC

Rediff.com28 Mar 2022

The Centre's decision to not reduce the face value of shares of India's Crown Jewel - Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) - was taken to make shareholders feel they are acquiring something 'precious'. The face value of LIC's shares was retained at Rs 10, quoted in the draft prospectus, as it would also align the insurer's shares with those of its private sector peers. Even as the LIC Act was amended to "consolidate or reduce the nominal or face value of the shares", with the Centre's approval, it was decided to stick to the current face value of shares at Rs 10 without splitting the existing 6.32 billion shares.

EPFO launches online registration facility for firms

EPFO launches online registration facility for firms

Rediff.com30 Jun 2014

Tomar had discussed the two proposals with trade unions on June 24 and assured that the government will take at least two weeks to take a decision.

Deadline to link Aadhaar with welfare schemes extended to June 30

Deadline to link Aadhaar with welfare schemes extended to June 30

Rediff.com28 Mar 2018

The extension has been given as the government wanted to ensure that genuine beneficiaries who do not have an Aadhaar number are not denied benefits for the lack of the biometric identifier

A Regular SIP Doesn't Pinch

A Regular SIP Doesn't Pinch

Rediff.com17 Sep 2022

The SIP route suits the salaried class, by matching their income flows with investment frequency.

How govt plans to curb domestic circulation of black money

How govt plans to curb domestic circulation of black money

Rediff.com23 Nov 2015

The Central Board of Direct Taxes is set to rationalise I-T rules.

Black money: SIT proposes to cap cash kept at home

Black money: SIT proposes to cap cash kept at home

Rediff.com5 Feb 2020

The proposed measures aim to bring stricter norms to curb holding of illegal cash and mismanagement of unaccounted cash seized by the probe agencies during investigations.

EPFO settles 11 lakh claims in July, 43 lakh since April

EPFO settles 11 lakh claims in July, 43 lakh since April

Rediff.com6 Aug 2014

EPFO has recently issued Universal PF Account Numbers for 4.17 crore contributing members.

Tamil Nadu makes Aadhaar must for vehicle registration

Tamil Nadu makes Aadhaar must for vehicle registration

Rediff.com16 Mar 2017

This is the first time a state is asking for PAN card for two-wheelers

Indian forces have transformed to meet diverse warfare challenges: IAF chief

Indian forces have transformed to meet diverse warfare challenges: IAF chief

Rediff.com14 Jan 2024

The Indian Air Force, in particular, has grown from a very modest beginning just about 90 years ago, to being "one of the most formidable air forces in the world", the IAF chief said.

Many India Inc biggies in Sebi's list of 2000 defaulters

Many India Inc biggies in Sebi's list of 2000 defaulters

Rediff.com4 Apr 2018

SBI Capital, Axis Capital, GMR Holdings, United Breweries, Alpic Finance (a Cipla group unit), Saradha Realty, United Bank of India and Trident India are among the prominent entities named in the list.

Where did 10% of taxpayers vanish?

Where did 10% of taxpayers vanish?

Rediff.com28 Aug 2017

The cancellation of over a million duplicate or multiple permanent account numbers belonging to the same person or entity may have led to the disappearance of many of those who used to file returns earlier, but now no longer exist, says A K Bhattacharya.

Right to Privacy: Is Aadhaar linkage must for stock trading?

Right to Privacy: Is Aadhaar linkage must for stock trading?

Rediff.com25 Aug 2017

Linking all accounts is a difficult and costly task for brokers

Black money declaration without PAN to be accepted

Black money declaration without PAN to be accepted

Rediff.com28 Sep 2016

However, an official acknowledgment of receiving a valid declaration under IDS (Form-2) will only be given to the concerned entity after a PAN number is allotted to him or her

ITR: Don't Fail To Make Full Disclosures

ITR: Don't Fail To Make Full Disclosures

Rediff.com30 Dec 2021

Many salaried taxpayers hold the misconception that they don't need to disclose any other income since TDS is deducted from their salary.

Twitter suspends 500 accounts, restricts few others on govt request

Twitter suspends 500 accounts, restricts few others on govt request

Rediff.com10 Feb 2021

Twitter on Wednesday said it has suspended over 500 accounts, and blocked access to several others within India as it partly acceded to a government order to curb spread of misinformation and inflammatory content around farmers' protests.

Jewellers' strike against excise duty enters 7th day

Jewellers' strike against excise duty enters 7th day

Rediff.com8 Mar 2016

The industry is estimated to have incurred a loss of Rs 10,000 crore (Rs 100 billion).

Deadline for PAN-Aadhaar linkage extended till March 31

Deadline for PAN-Aadhaar linkage extended till March 31

Rediff.com8 Dec 2017

This year, the government made quoting of Aadhaar mandatory for filing income tax returns as well as obtaining a new PAN.

Tax portal 2.0 to integrate with bourses to track trade transactions

Tax portal 2.0 to integrate with bourses to track trade transactions

Rediff.com8 Sep 2021

The income-tax (I-T) department is working on integrating the new e-filing portal with stock exchanges to help tax authorities track trade transactions, including futures and options. The integrated system will look at discrepancies between the data disclosed by an assessee and match it with data fetched from stock exchanges, using artificial intelligence, said two officials in the know. This will help detect and red-flag such matters, particularly those related to non-filers of income-tax return (ITR).

Has Your Data Been Compromised?

Has Your Data Been Compromised?

Rediff.com16 Nov 2023

'Check every SMS you get. Many people ignore them.' 'Remember if there is an activity in your account, your financial institution will send you an SMS, not a WhatsApp message.'

How did investors miss Byju's numerous red flags?

How did investors miss Byju's numerous red flags?

Rediff.com18 Mar 2024

Byju's is set to go the way of Housing.com and Zilingo. It is only a matter of time. Indeed, the coup attempted by investors will ensure that, says Debashis Basu.

Mandatory to link Aadhar with PAN from July 1

Mandatory to link Aadhar with PAN from July 1

Rediff.com28 Jun 2017

There are over 25 crore PAN card holders in the country while Aadhaar has been issued to 111 crore people.

Plan to buy a low-cost house? You may pledge PF contributions

Plan to buy a low-cost house? You may pledge PF contributions

Rediff.com8 Sep 2015

There will be tripartite pact with member, bank/housing agency and EPFO.

BPL women need Aadhaar for free LPG connectoins

BPL women need Aadhaar for free LPG connectoins

Rediff.com8 Mar 2017

'Individual beneficiary desirous of availing the benefits under the scheme (PMUY) is hereby required to furnish proof of possession of Aadhaar number or undergo Aadhaar authentication,' said a gazette notification issued by the ministry of petroleum and natural gas.

The rot in the EPFO data

The rot in the EPFO data

Rediff.com22 Feb 2018

Out of around 80 million accounts that were analysed, there were 10 million records with only names and no other details about the subscribers, including their date of joining, date of birth and father's name, among others, in the EPFO's records.

Bullion strike enters 14th day as Jaitley refuses to budge

Bullion strike enters 14th day as Jaitley refuses to budge

Rediff.com15 Mar 2016

Jaitley on Monday rejected demands for rollback of the 1% excise duty.