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Union Budget: ASK YOUR TAX QUESTIONS

Union Budget: ASK YOUR TAX QUESTIONS

Rediff.com31 Jan 2026

rediffGURUS Mihir Tanna, Vipul Bhavsar, T S Khurana, Vivek Lala and Anil Rego will answer your tax queries related to the Union Budget 2026-2o27.

Bengaluru: 'Parrot Astrologer' Arrested for Defrauding Income Tax Officer

Bengaluru: 'Parrot Astrologer' Arrested for Defrauding Income Tax Officer

Rediff.com1 days ago

A 59-year-old man was arrested in Bengaluru for allegedly defrauding an Income Tax department official by posing as a 'parrot astrologer' and promising career growth and a better life through rituals.

'Can I Escape Capital Gain Tax, If...?'

'Can I Escape Capital Gain Tax, If...?'

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

Ask rediffGURU and tax expert Mihir Tanna your income tax-related questions.

BJP Leader Mithun Chakraborty Criticises West Bengal's Fuel Taxes and Law & Order

BJP Leader Mithun Chakraborty Criticises West Bengal's Fuel Taxes and Law & Order

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

BJP leader Mithun Chakraborty has criticised the West Bengal government over high fuel taxes and alleged security lapses, particularly concerning women's safety and border control.

'Will Surrendering Pension Policy Attract Tax?'

'Will Surrendering Pension Policy Attract Tax?'

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

rediffGURU Vipul Bhavsar answers readers' personal income tax queries.

Your Tax Questions Answered

Your Tax Questions Answered

Rediff.com6 Aug 2024

rediffGURU T S Khurana answers readers' personal income tax queries.

EPF Doubts Cleared: Tax, Transfer, Merger

EPF Doubts Cleared: Tax, Transfer, Merger

Rediff.com27 Jan 2026

Ask rediffGURU Reetika Sharma your insurance, mutual fund and personal finance-related questions.

Property, ITR, Pension: Your Tax Qs Answered

Property, ITR, Pension: Your Tax Qs Answered

Rediff.com21 Jan 2026

rediffGURU Vipul Bhavsar answers readers' personal income tax queries.

ATS Investigates Fake Religious Trust Receiving Funds from Abroad

ATS Investigates Fake Religious Trust Receiving Funds from Abroad

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) is investigating a bogus religious trust in Beed that received funds from a controversial international organisation, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced.

'Will My Mother's Gold Sale Attract IT?'

'Will My Mother's Gold Sale Attract IT?'

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

rediffGURU T S Khurana answers readers' personal income tax queries

'Call Me': Lalit Modi Slams SRH Over Pakistan Signing

'Call Me': Lalit Modi Slams SRH Over Pakistan Signing

Rediff.com1 days ago

The signing of Pakistani spinner Abrar Ahmed by Sunrisers Leeds in The Hundred auction has ignited controversy, drawing criticism from figures like Lalit Modi and Sunil Gavaskar due to the historical exclusion of Pakistani players from the IPL and concerns over financial contributions to Pakistan.

FDs To SIPs: How To Avoid Costly Money Mistakes

FDs To SIPs: How To Avoid Costly Money Mistakes

Rediff.com2 days ago

Ask rediffGURU Reetika Sharma your insurance, mutual fund and personal finance-related questions.

Your Everyday Tax Issues Explained

Your Everyday Tax Issues Explained

Rediff.com12 Dec 2025

Ask rediffGURU and tax expert Mihir Tanna your income tax-related questions.

'Where is Guru Dakshina coming from?': Priyank Kharge targets RSS

'Where is Guru Dakshina coming from?': Priyank Kharge targets RSS

Rediff.com16 Feb 2026

Priyank Kharge accused the RSS of money laundering, demanding transparency in their financial dealings and questioning their exemption from laws applicable to other organizations.

'Can I Build Rs 2 Cr Corpus in 10 Years?'

'Can I Build Rs 2 Cr Corpus in 10 Years?'

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

Ask rediffGURU and PF expert Nitin Narkhede your mutual fund and personal finance-related questions.

GRP Seizes Rs 1.75 Crore from Train Passengers in Chandauli

GRP Seizes Rs 1.75 Crore from Train Passengers in Chandauli

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

Government Railway Police (GRP) recovered Rs 1.75 crore in cash from two passengers on the Akal Takht Express at Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay Railway Station in Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh. The passengers, residents of Lucknow, claimed the money was related to their diamond and jewellery business, but police are investigating further.

Fino Payments Bank MD Arrested for GST Violation

Fino Payments Bank MD Arrested for GST Violation

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Fino Payments Bank's MD and CEO, Rishi Gupta, has been arrested for violating Goods and Services Tax laws, prompting the appointment of Ketan Merchant as the interim head.

Nirav Modi's Extradition Appeal Hearing Concludes in London

Nirav Modi's Extradition Appeal Hearing Concludes in London

Rediff.com2 days ago

The UK High Court has concluded the hearing for Nirav Modi's application to reopen his extradition appeal, focusing on claims of potential torture during interrogations in India. The court has reserved its judgement.

RIL's telecom, retail and new biz could mitigate impact of West Asia crisis

RIL's telecom, retail and new biz could mitigate impact of West Asia crisis

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Iran conflict led to a sharp correction in Reliance Industries Ltd's (RIL's) share price, which has been partially reversed by a rebound.

Smallcap Segment Is Volatile

Smallcap Segment Is Volatile

Rediff.com7 days ago

'Except for extremely conservative investors, others can consider allocating 10 to 20 per cent of their portfolio to small caps.'

Is The Dubai Dream Over?

Is The Dubai Dream Over?

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

Dubai's core promise -- that it is an oasis untouched by regional storms -- has been tested in full public view. The coming months will show whether investors view the attacks as a short-lived disruption or a deeper signal of lasting risk, points out Asif Ullah Khan.

Budget 2026: What The Fiscal Numbers Show

Budget 2026: What The Fiscal Numbers Show

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

The idea of back-loading the target of fiscal consolidation is perhaps guided by the government's desire to be prepared for any adverse developments in the coming year, points out A K Bhattacharya.

Investors lost Rs 9.40 lakh cr in Budget Sunday crash

Investors lost Rs 9.40 lakh cr in Budget Sunday crash

Rediff.com1 Feb 2026

The market capitalisation of BSE-listed companies eroded by Rs 9,40,581.75 crore to Rs 4,50,61,658.60 crore (USD 4.90 trillion) in a single day.

Fino Payments Bank Claims GST Compliance After CEO's Arrest

Fino Payments Bank Claims GST Compliance After CEO's Arrest

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Fino Payments Bank asserts its compliance with GST regulations following the arrest of its MD and CEO, Rishi Gupta, by the Directorate General of GST Intelligence (DGGI). The bank clarifies that the investigation pertains to program managers associated with multiple banks and not the bank's own GST compliance.

'For 3 Flats Do I Have To Pay THIS Tax?'

'For 3 Flats Do I Have To Pay THIS Tax?'

Rediff.com22 Dec 2025

rediffGURU Vipul Bhavsar answers readers' personal income tax queries.

Missed Income In ITR? File ITR-U

Missed Income In ITR? File ITR-U

Rediff.com4 Feb 2026

Taxpayers should consider ITR-U if they omitted income, wrongly claimed deductions or exemptions, or made reporting errors that led to a shortfall in tax payment.

Sitharaman's 85-minute Budget speech skips poetry, not focus

Sitharaman's 85-minute Budget speech skips poetry, not focus

Rediff.com1 Feb 2026

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented her ninth consecutive Union Budget, focusing on investments and growth. The speech was marked by its business-like approach and lack of cultural references, while opposition members raised concerns about regional representation.

The 5-Step Action Plan To Your First Rs 1 Crore

The 5-Step Action Plan To Your First Rs 1 Crore

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

From a modest salary to Rs 1 crore, here's Ramalingam Kalirajan's smart compounding blueprint for young earners

Union Budget 2026: Sitharaman tries to cover all bases, leaves out markets

Union Budget 2026: Sitharaman tries to cover all bases, leaves out markets

Rediff.com1 Feb 2026

Budget 2026 sticks to fiscal discipline, shuns populist measures despite five key state elections coming up, but ends up rattling stock markets with a higher transaction tax on derivatives trading.

Delhi pollution worsens: HC questions 18% GST on air purifiers

Delhi pollution worsens: HC questions 18% GST on air purifiers

Rediff.com26 Dec 2025

The Delhi High Court has asked the central government why it cannot reduce the GST on air purifiers, considering the poor air quality in Delhi. The court's concern is that the current 18% GST makes air purifiers unaffordable for the common man.

Meet Neal Katyal, Indian-American lawyer who argued against Trump's tariffs

Meet Neal Katyal, Indian-American lawyer who argued against Trump's tariffs

Rediff.com21 Feb 2026

Neal Katyal, an accomplished Indian-American lawyer, triumphed in a landmark Supreme Court case against Donald Trump's tariffs, championing the Constitution and the rights of American small businesses.

Blow to Trump as US Supreme Court strikes down his sweeping tariffs

Blow to Trump as US Supreme Court strikes down his sweeping tariffs

Rediff.com20 Feb 2026

The verdict marks a notable shift from a series of recent wins for Trump at the Supreme Court.

Ambitious, futuristic: PM Modi lauds Sitharaman's 9th Budget

Ambitious, futuristic: PM Modi lauds Sitharaman's 9th Budget

Rediff.com1 Feb 2026

Reiterating Sitharaman's statement that this is a youth power budget, Modi emphasised that the provisions made in the budget will prepare leaders, innovators and creators across different sectors.

'Is Rs 10 Cr Realistic In 10 Years?'

'Is Rs 10 Cr Realistic In 10 Years?'

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

Ask rediffGURU Reetika Sharma your insurance, mutual fund and personal finance-related questions.

Why I Liked This Budget!

Why I Liked This Budget!

Rediff.com3 Feb 2026

Sometimes, the most powerful Budgets whisper and the wisest investors listen, notes Ramalingam Kalirajan.

Supreme Court's ruling on tariffs is deeply disappointing: Trump

Supreme Court's ruling on tariffs is deeply disappointing: Trump

Rediff.com21 Feb 2026

The ruling is expected to have wide-ranging consequences for global trade, businesses, consumers, inflation trends and household finances across the country.

How Malaika Arora Dealt With Divorce And Trolls

How Malaika Arora Dealt With Divorce And Trolls

Rediff.com24 Feb 2026

'I stopped trying to meet societal expectations or please people who have no place in my life. The decisions I make, how I live and how I present myself are MY choices and I refuse to apologise for them,' says Malaika Arora.

STT hike on Futures drags markets down; Sensex crashes 1,547 points

STT hike on Futures drags markets down; Sensex crashes 1,547 points

Rediff.com1 Feb 2026

Benchmark stock indices Sensex and Nifty dived sharply by nearly 2 per cent on Sunday after Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman proposed a hike in the Securities Transaction Tax (STT) on derivatives. Reversing the early gains, the 30-share BSE Sensex plunged sharply by 2,370.36 points or 2.88 per cent to slide below the 80,000-mark at 79,899.42 in afternoon trade as the finance minister announced a hike in STT on futures contracts to 0.05 per cent from the current 0.02 per cent.

India's EV Transition On Right Track, But Miles To Go

India's EV Transition On Right Track, But Miles To Go

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Government schemes such as the PM E-Drive initiative, with allocations of around Rs 2,000 crore for charging points deployment, are helping accelerate rollout

Nirmala Sitharaman: 'Focus Of Budget Was To Keep Stable Growth Going'

Nirmala Sitharaman: 'Focus Of Budget Was To Keep Stable Growth Going'

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

'We kept this Budget on a larger plank, rather than on one incident, however serious.'