News for 'Tax questions'

Day after ED arrest, Gujarat Samachar owner gets temporary bail

Day after ED arrest, Gujarat Samachar owner gets temporary bail

Rediff.com17 May 2025

The Enforcement Directorate on Friday detained Bahubali Shah, one of the owners of the leading Gujarati newspaper Gujarat Samachar, following a raid on their premises in Ahmedabad, sources said.

'Small Cars Must Grow By 8-10% For...'

'Small Cars Must Grow By 8-10% For...'

Rediff.com11 Jun 2025

'...the auto industry to get back to 7% to 8% annual growth.' 'High growth in the SUV segment alone will not achieve this, as it is a small market.'

SWP Vs FD: Why An SWP Win Hands Down

SWP Vs FD: Why An SWP Win Hands Down

Rediff.com18 Mar 2025

The systematic withdrawal plan stands out as a superior option, providing steady income despite market fluctuations and inflation, says Ramalingam Kalirajan.

Will German Visa Rules Affect Students?

Will German Visa Rules Affect Students?

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

Ritika Gupta, a study abroad expert and founder of Aaera Consultants, explains how Germany's new visa rules will affect international students and working professionals.

FD Rate Cuts: Balance Returns With Safety

FD Rate Cuts: Balance Returns With Safety

Rediff.com16 Apr 2025

'Choose an FD tenure that provides a balance between returns and the horizon for which you can invest.'

'A Tsunami is coming on April 2': Oppn on Trump's tariff war

'A Tsunami is coming on April 2': Oppn on Trump's tariff war

Rediff.com28 Mar 2025

Opposition MPs in India's Rajya Sabha raised concerns about US President Donald Trump's tariff threats, demanding the government clarify its response and engage in discussions with opposition parties. Leaders like P Chidambaram and Sagarika Ghose warned of potential economic repercussions, including depressed exports, lower FDI, and a significant tariff burden. The debate also touched on other issues such as the government's economic policies, demonetization, and the impact of GST on common citizens.

'How To Save Capital Gains On Property?'

'How To Save Capital Gains On Property?'

Rediff.com17 Feb 2025

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

Upholding constitutional ethos hallmark of CJI Sanjiv Khanna's tenure

Upholding constitutional ethos hallmark of CJI Sanjiv Khanna's tenure

Rediff.com13 May 2025

Some of his directives had the Supreme Court judges disclose their assets whereas the row over the discovery of cash from a sitting judge's official residence paved way for inquiry.

What Is A Gift Deed?

What Is A Gift Deed?

Rediff.com13 Mar 2025

All that you must know about the pros and cons of gift deeds, tax implications, essentials, documents required, conditions, etc...

7 Money Secrets Rich People Don't Want You To Know

7 Money Secrets Rich People Don't Want You To Know

Rediff.com24 Apr 2025

Whether you're a young professional, a seasoned entrepreneur, or someone simply looking to take control of your financial future, adopting these principles can be life-changing, says Ramalingam Kalirajan

'They Don't Want To Hear The Word Waqf'

'They Don't Want To Hear The Word Waqf'

Rediff.com15 May 2025

'So, they have taken away the word Waqf from the Bill.' 'It will now be known as the UMEED Act.'

Did Jaiswal Fall Out With Rahane?

Did Jaiswal Fall Out With Rahane?

Rediff.com4 Apr 2025

The India Today report claimed that Jaiswal's relationship with Mumbai Captain Ajinkya Rahane had become 'untenable'.

'Bad Idea To Buy In Overheated Market?'

'Bad Idea To Buy In Overheated Market?'

Rediff.com14 Apr 2025

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

Want To Invest In ELSS? Read This

Want To Invest In ELSS? Read This

Rediff.com6 Feb 2025

ELSS investments require a long-term commitment of at least seven years.

Updated ITR: What You Must Know

Updated ITR: What You Must Know

Rediff.com5 Feb 2025

'Once filed, it cannot be revised or rectified.'

Budget Qs Answered: 'Selling My Home At Rs 5 Cr. How Much Tax Will I Pay?'

Budget Qs Answered: 'Selling My Home At Rs 5 Cr. How Much Tax Will I Pay?'

Rediff.com26 Jul 2024

rediffGURU Samkit Maniar answers readers' personal income tax queries.

What You Can Do With The Extra Money

What You Can Do With The Extra Money

Rediff.com4 Feb 2025

'Some part could be used for consumption purposes, and the rest could be used to meet important financial goals.' 'The split can be 30:70 to 50:50, depending on one's situation.'

Selling Jewellery? You Can Save Capital Gains Tax

Selling Jewellery? You Can Save Capital Gains Tax

Rediff.com30 Apr 2024

Taxpayers seeking to save tax from the sale of gold (including inherited) should reinvest the capital gains in residential property to avail of the benefit provided by Section 54F.

Investing In Property? Read This

Investing In Property? Read This

Rediff.com10 Apr 2025

Buying makes sense for those planning to stay in a city for at least 7 to 10 years. Financial preparedness is crucial.

'How Can I Calculate Long Term Gains On Shares Sold?'

'How Can I Calculate Long Term Gains On Shares Sold?'

Rediff.com7 Jan 2025

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

'A Great Retirement Product For Every Indian Is...'

'A Great Retirement Product For Every Indian Is...'

Rediff.com4 Apr 2025

Ask rediffGURU and PF expert Milind Vadjikar your insurance, stocks, mutual fund and personal finance-related questions.

How Trump's Ego Threatens US Educational Universe

How Trump's Ego Threatens US Educational Universe

Rediff.com28 May 2025

Donald Trump is catering to the basest fears and prejudice of unenlightened Americans -- yes, there are those too, in sizeable enough numbers to elect one of their own as president. That would most certainly not Make America Great Again, asserts Shreekant Sambrani.

'Is Gratuity Above Rs 20 Lakh Taxed?'

'Is Gratuity Above Rs 20 Lakh Taxed?'

Rediff.com20 Feb 2024

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

Buy Health Insurance Or Invest In FD?'

Buy Health Insurance Or Invest In FD?'

Rediff.com13 Mar 2025

Ask rediffGURU and PF expert Milind Vadjikar your insurance, stocks, mutual fund and personal finance-related questions.

Why Must We Have 7 I-T Categories?

Why Must We Have 7 I-T Categories?

Rediff.com4 Feb 2025

'The finance minister missed yet another opportunity to simplify the income tax structure in the Budget.' 'This was an opportune moment to get rid of the old tax system entirely and move fully to the new system,' asserts M Govinda Rao, member of the 14th Finance Commission.

With 7.1% Interest, Is PPF Still A Good Investment Option?

With 7.1% Interest, Is PPF Still A Good Investment Option?

Rediff.com17 Mar 2025

The answer depends on your financial goals and risk appetite, says Certified Financial Planner Ramalingam Kalirajan, and explains why.

New I-T bill may be introduced in LS next week: Sitharaman

New I-T bill may be introduced in LS next week: Sitharaman

Rediff.com8 Feb 2025

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday said she is likely to introduce the new income tax bill, which will replace the six-decade-old I-T Act, in the Lok Sabha in the coming week.

Sonia, Rahul conspired to usurp Rs 2,000-cr AJL assets: ED

Sonia, Rahul conspired to usurp Rs 2,000-cr AJL assets: ED

Rediff.com16 Apr 2025

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has filed a chargesheet in the National Herald case, accusing Congress leaders Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi of a "criminal conspiracy" to "usurp" properties worth Rs 2,000 crore of its public company AJL by transferring 99 per cent shares for just Rs 50 lakh to their private company Young Indian. The ED has named Sonia Gandhi as accused no 1 and Rahul Gandhi as accused no 2 in the chargesheet, which was filed under various sections of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA).

GST rates will come down further: Sitharaman

GST rates will come down further: Sitharaman

Rediff.com8 Mar 2025

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday said the GST rates will come down further and the work on rationalising tax rates and slabs has "almost reached a finale". She said that the revenue neutral rate (RNR) has come down from 15.8 per cent at the time of the launch of GST on July 1, 2017, to 11.4 per cent in 2023.

Delhi HC dismisses Cong's pleas against tax proceedings

Delhi HC dismisses Cong's pleas against tax proceedings

Rediff.com28 Mar 2024

The Delhi high court on Thursday rejected petitions by the Congress challenging the initiation of tax reassessment proceedings against it for a period of four years by tax authorities.

Your Outstanding Income Tax Can Be Waived If...

Your Outstanding Income Tax Can Be Waived If...

Rediff.com16 Mar 2024

Taxpayers with old, outstanding taxes will benefit from the CBDT's new scheme.

You Can Reduce Tax By...

You Can Reduce Tax By...

Rediff.com22 Feb 2024

What many don't realise is that including their spouse and children in their tax planning can enable them to reduce their tax burden legally.

'Bull Market Has Ended'

'Bull Market Has Ended'

Rediff.com6 Mar 2025

'The bull market cycle ran for five years. It's the end of that cycle.' 'The next cycle is a down cycle, and in that down cycle, you will see the Sensex falling from their highs of around 68,000 to maybe 40,000-50,000 at the bottom of the cycle.'

Want Tax Benefit On Insurance Plan?

Want Tax Benefit On Insurance Plan?

Rediff.com21 Mar 2024

An individual can avail tax deduction on the amount spent during the year on a deferred annuity for self, spouse, or child.

'Will It Be All-Out War? Or A Punitive Strike?'

'Will It Be All-Out War? Or A Punitive Strike?'

Rediff.com1 May 2025

'The government has to explain (to the army, air force and navy chiefs) whether they want a punitive strike, a deep punitive strike, or whether they want limited war or an all-out war, will it be a circumscribed war or will it be a shallow attack along the border.'

Pak gets $1 bn IMF loan despite India's strong objection

Pak gets $1 bn IMF loan despite India's strong objection

Rediff.com10 May 2025

India registered its protest at the board of IMF, which met on Friday to review the EFF lending programme for Pakistan.

Of LTA, Gift And Crypto Tax

Of LTA, Gift And Crypto Tax

Rediff.com16 Jan 2024

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

Consumption Funds: What You Must Know

Consumption Funds: What You Must Know

Rediff.com7 Feb 2025

Invest in these funds through the SIP route with at least a seven-year horizon.

'Help: Paid tax, still got IT demand notice'

'Help: Paid tax, still got IT demand notice'

Rediff.com6 Feb 2024

rediffGURU Samkit Maniar answers readers' personal income tax queries

Market forces decide rupee value, RBI not worried: Guv

Market forces decide rupee value, RBI not worried: Guv

Rediff.com8 Feb 2025

Reserve Bank Governor Sanjay Malhotra on Saturday said that the market forces decide the value of rupee with respect to the US dollar and the central bank is not worried about day-to-day movement of the currency value.