News for 'income tax'

Mammootty, Mohanlal to settle income tax dues

Mammootty, Mohanlal to settle income tax dues

Rediff.com8 Aug 2011

The actors have admitted to having assets beyond their known sources of income.

Ayodhya donation scam: SIT to question trust officials

Ayodhya donation scam: SIT to question trust officials

Rediff.com13 Jul 2026

A Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the alleged embezzlement of donation money at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya is expected to question people associated with the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust and review banking arrangements for donations.

Actor Mohanlal discloses 10 elephant tusks, 13 idols amid legal battle

Actor Mohanlal discloses 10 elephant tusks, 13 idols amid legal battle

Rediff.com6 Jul 2026

Actor Mohanlal has declared possession of 10 elephant tusks and 13 ivory idols to the Kerala Forest Department under an amnesty scheme. This new disclosure comes as he continues to face trial for alleged illegal possession of wildlife articles, a case that originated in 2011 and has seen the Kerala High Court direct the continuation of legal proceedings against him.

TVS Motor's Q1 net profit jumps 57% on record sales, robust demand across segments

TVS Motor's Q1 net profit jumps 57% on record sales, robust demand across segments

Rediff.com22 Jul 2026

TVS Motor Company reported a significant 56.8 per cent year-on-year increase in net profit to 1,036 crore in Q1FY27, driven by record sales volumes, an improved product mix, and robust demand in both domestic and international markets, with management anticipating continued double-digit industry growth.

Net direct tax mop up grows 8% to Rs 17 lakh cr

Net direct tax mop up grows 8% to Rs 17 lakh cr

Rediff.com19 Dec 2025

Net direct tax collection grew 8 per cent to over Rs 17.04 lakh crore this fiscal till December 17 on slower refunds and higher advance taxes from corporates, the income tax department data showed on Friday.

Demand for cut in income tax rates

Demand for cut in income tax rates

Rediff.com12 Feb 2010

In a pre-Budget wishlist, Vinod Juneja, managing director, Braj Binani Group, said, "I expect the finance minister to target the GDP growth of at least 8% or higher for the next 3 financial years."

Income-tax: What the finance minister has in store

Income-tax: What the finance minister has in store

Rediff.com28 Feb 2011

In a relief to individual tax payers, the government on Friday changed the slabs cutting the rate to 10 per cent for income up to Rs five lakh, while leaving the threshold limit for tax-free income unchanged at Rs 1.6 lakh.

RBI, 926 bank branches to collect advance Income Tax

RBI, 926 bank branches to collect advance Income Tax

Rediff.com28 May 2012

Of the 926 bank branches, 862 branches are public bank branches, 35 HDFC bank branches, 10 ICICI bank branches and 19 Axis bank branches.

Income tax raid on Bharat Shah's residence

Income tax raid on Bharat Shah's residence

Rediff.com13 Mar 2008

The income tax authorities on Thursday conducted raids at seven places in Mumbai, a senior official said.

Govt should stop collecting income tax: Subramanian Swamy

Govt should stop collecting income tax: Subramanian Swamy

Rediff.com11 Aug 2014

BJP leader Subramanian Swamy on Sunday urged the Centre to do away with the system of collecting income tax and instead find out other means to raise money to the exchequer.

World Bank: AI Offers Lifeline For Developing Economies

World Bank: AI Offers Lifeline For Developing Economies

Rediff.com4 Aug 2026

The World Bank's "World Development Report 2026" urges developing countries to adopt low-cost AI tools to accelerate progress in healthcare, education, and judicial services. The report highlights AI's potential to boost productivity and improve public services, while noting that jobs in high-income countries are more at risk from automation than those in developing nations.

Kerala High Court Adjourns CMRL Appeal In ED Case

Kerala High Court Adjourns CMRL Appeal In ED Case

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

The Kerala High Court has admitted an appeal by CMRL against a single-judge verdict allowing the ED to continue its money laundering investigation into the company's dealings with Veena T, daughter of former Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan.

'No threats or loans, only....': Brother on Bengaluru realtor's suicide

'No threats or loans, only....': Brother on Bengaluru realtor's suicide

Rediff.com31 Jan 2026

He added that the family is focused on the cremation process and gathering more information from the office staff.

Soon, filing income tax returns may get easier

Soon, filing income tax returns may get easier

Rediff.com5 Dec 2018

The forms might soon come "pre-filled" and taxpayers won't have to fill details such as income, income sources, and personal details

CMRL challenges ED probe into Pinarayi Vijayan's daughter's case

CMRL challenges ED probe into Pinarayi Vijayan's daughter's case

Rediff.com30 May 2026

Cochin Minerals and Rutile Ltd (CMRL) has challenged the Kerala High Court's decision allowing the Enforcement Directorate (ED) to investigate its financial dealings with Veena T, daughter of Kerala's Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan. CMRL argues the ED probe lacks jurisdiction and violates natural justice principles.

Why Start-up Employees May Retire Poor

Why Start-up Employees May Retire Poor

Rediff.com4 Aug 2026

An employee whose financial future is 60-80 per cent dependent on a single company's growth trajectory has no genuine safety net.

Nigerian Cyber Fraudster Busted For Posing As US, UK Citizens

Nigerian Cyber Fraudster Busted For Posing As US, UK Citizens

Rediff.com16 May 2026

A Nigerian national was arrested in Delhi by the Uttar Pradesh STF for allegedly creating fake profiles of US and UK citizens on social media and cheating victims on the pretext of sending expensive gifts and foreign currency.

Income Tax department eyes foreign gold buyers

Income Tax department eyes foreign gold buyers

Rediff.com19 Jan 2014

The duty, which is charged at the rate of 10 per cent, is payable in currency of the nation where the gold was bought.

What to do when you get an Income Tax notice?

What to do when you get an Income Tax notice?

Rediff.com22 Jan 2014

The details that you file regarding your income, investments and tax exemptions are verified by the Income Tax department with the details obtained as per your Permanent Account Number records.

Income Tax dept begins probing Gadkari's companies

Income Tax dept begins probing Gadkari's companies

Rediff.com25 Oct 2012

After Ministry of Corporate Affairs, the Income Tax department too has launched a probe to trace the source of funding of various firms that invested in Bharatiya Janata Party president Nitin Gadkari's company Purti Power and Sugar Limited.

'Op Tiger' successful, declares Fadnavis; breaking news soon, says Shinde

'Op Tiger' successful, declares Fadnavis; breaking news soon, says Shinde

Rediff.com21 Jun 2026

Amid the buzz over a split in the ranks of Lok Sabha MPs of Shiv Sena-Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray through "Operation Tiger", Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Sunday said the "operation" has been successful. His deputy and Shiv Sena president Eknath Shinde said he never leaves an operation incomplete.

Income tax refund Trojan targets Android customers of 27 banks

Income tax refund Trojan targets Android customers of 27 banks

Rediff.com22 Sep 2021

A banking Trojan malware has been detected in the Indian cyberspace that is lurking to attack bank customers using Android phones and has already targeted those from more than 27 public and private sector banks, the country's federal cyber security agency said in a latest advisory.

The Retirement Crisis Nobody Talks About

The Retirement Crisis Nobody Talks About

Rediff.com10 Jul 2026

Behind the aesthetics of an entrepreneurial lifestyle lies a silent financial crisis that nobody is talking about: Freelancers are sprinting toward a retirement brick wall.

Income Tax website to become user-friendly

Income Tax website to become user-friendly

Rediff.com2 Jan 2009

The income tax department website which is used by lakhs of tax payers to file their returns online will soon be revamped along with a new website address or URL.

5 ways working couples can save income tax

5 ways working couples can save income tax

Rediff.com29 Oct 2010

The provisions of deduction of tax at source apply to both but in some cases it is possible to save tax through proper tax planning.

E-refund of income tax from April

E-refund of income tax from April

Rediff.com8 Jan 2004

In a bid to make tax collection paperless and hassle-free, Centre will start E-refund of income tax from April, having put in place E-filing of tax deduction at source and tax information network.

'UP Has Potential To Generate More Than 11 Million Jobs'

'UP Has Potential To Generate More Than 11 Million Jobs'

Rediff.com1 Sep 2026

'Improved law and order and transparent governance have helped change UP's investment image.'

Coming Next? No income tax, only BTT

Coming Next? No income tax, only BTT

Rediff.com15 Nov 2016

ArthaKranti wants the government to abolish income tax and 56 other taxes and replace it by a banking transaction tax.

Government slashes expenditure by Rs 60,000 crore to achieve FY26 fiscal deficit goal

Government slashes expenditure by Rs 60,000 crore to achieve FY26 fiscal deficit goal

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

The Indian central government has reduced its total expenditure by approximately 60,000 crore in FY26, below its revised estimate, to successfully achieve the fiscal deficit target of 4.4 per cent of gross domestic product (GDP), according to the latest data from the Controller General of Accounts (CGA).

Income tax laws may soon be easy to understand

Income tax laws may soon be easy to understand

Rediff.com8 Sep 2006

A group to study simplification of laws relating to income tax has recommended removal of redundant provisions and use of simple language.

Six reasons why you must file income tax returns and declare interest income

Six reasons why you must file income tax returns and declare interest income

Rediff.com12 Jul 2011

Tax consultant Mahesh Padmanabhan throws light on six reasons why you must file your tax returns and then lists out the virtues of why you must not hide interest income earned while filing tax returns.

How To Deal With Tax On ESOPs, HRA, LTCG

How To Deal With Tax On ESOPs, HRA, LTCG

Rediff.com21 Oct 2025

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

OYO parent Prism files updated IPO papers for Rs 6,650-cr fresh issue; no OFS

OYO parent Prism files updated IPO papers for Rs 6,650-cr fresh issue; no OFS

Rediff.com30 Jun 2026

Prism, the parent company of OYO, has filed updated draft papers with Sebi for a Rs 6,650 crore initial public offering (IPO) consisting entirely of a fresh issue of shares, with no offer-for-sale component from existing investors.

Countries that don't have any income tax at all

Countries that don't have any income tax at all

Rediff.com19 Feb 2013

Here's a list of countries with no personal income tax.

86% Taxpayers Shift To New Tax Regime

86% Taxpayers Shift To New Tax Regime

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

'Among corporates, about 60% of income is now reported under the new tax regime.'

India Inc Sees Fastest Revenue Growth in 15 Quarters

India Inc Sees Fastest Revenue Growth in 15 Quarters

Rediff.com24 Aug 2026

Indian listed companies experienced their fastest revenue growth in 15 quarters during Q1FY27, with combined net sales rising 18.4% year-on-year, while net profit grew 16%, primarily driven by mining, metals, and banking sectors, despite a contraction in operating margins due to higher input costs.

Rs 10L Trading Profit: 'How Much Tax Will I Pay?'

Rs 10L Trading Profit: 'How Much Tax Will I Pay?'

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

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

CIC to seek political parties' income tax details

CIC to seek political parties' income tax details

Rediff.com4 Nov 2012

The Central Information Commission will seek a report from Income Tax department and Directorate of Estate regarding tax exemptions claimed by political parties and their assets to ascertain whether there is enough indirect funding from the government to bring them under the ambit of RTI Act.

Education sector hopes to capitalise income tax benefits

Education sector hopes to capitalise income tax benefits

Rediff.com17 Mar 2012

India is faced with a unique opportunity highest increase in working age (15-64) population over the next 20-30 years which can propel economic growth. India will account for 25 per cent of the global increase in workforce over the next 4 decades.