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PM received I-T refunds 5 times, Rahul 6 in last 18 yrs

PM received I-T refunds 5 times, Rahul 6 in last 18 yrs

Rediff.com28 Apr 2019

Rahul Gandhi's mother and senior Congress leader Sonia Gandhi has also got at least five refunds since the assessment year 2001-02, but there is no adjustment against any outstanding demand for her in this time period.

What Our Netas Can Borrow From Trump

What Our Netas Can Borrow From Trump

Rediff.com14 Nov 2024

Our politicians need to take a leaf out of Mr Trump's personalised merchandise sale: It keeps his image in the public eye, continuing to engage him differently and innovatively with his supporters, points out Sandeep Goyal.

Iran Missile Strike Forces Flight Reroutes

Iran Missile Strike Forces Flight Reroutes

Rediff.com7 Oct 2024

Flights from Delhi or Bengaluru, while they may still fly over Iran, depending on the route, have alternative paths that may take them through Central Asia or northern routes.

What will happen to Rs 25K-cr undistributed fund in Sebi-Sahara accounts?

What will happen to Rs 25K-cr undistributed fund in Sebi-Sahara accounts?

Rediff.com15 Nov 2023

The undistributed funds totalling over Rs 25,000 crore lying with the capital markets regulator Sebi's account have come back into focus after the demise of Sahara Group's chief Subrata Roy. Roy passed away in Mumbai on Tuesday night at the age of 75 after battling a prolonged illness. He faced multiple regulatory and legal battles in connection with his group firms that were accused of circumventing regulations with ponzi schemes, allegations his group always denied.

Infosys gets Rs 341 crore tax demand for assessment year 2020-21

Infosys gets Rs 341 crore tax demand for assessment year 2020-21

Rediff.com1 Apr 2024

Infosys has received a tax demand of Rs 341 crore for assessment year 2020-21 from the Income Tax Department, the IT services company said on Monday adding it is evaluating filing an appeal against the said order. The Bengaluru-headquartered company said it is in the process of evaluating the impact of the order on its financial statements for the quarter and year ending March 31, 2024. Infosys also said it is evaluating filing an appeal against this order.

5 mistakes that delay your income tax refund

5 mistakes that delay your income tax refund

Rediff.com12 Jul 2016

In the era of e-filing, small mistakes lead either to delayed or complete denial of income tax refunds. So, avoid these 5 common mistakes that could lead to delay in refunds.

By 2021, you will get your I-T refunds within 24 hours

By 2021, you will get your I-T refunds within 24 hours

Rediff.com5 Feb 2019

The government has already sanctioned Rs 4,200 crore for upgradation of information technology infrastructure of Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) for processing returns, refunds, faceless scrutiny and verification.

What Nirmalaji told India's taxmen

What Nirmalaji told India's taxmen

Rediff.com21 Aug 2024

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Wednesday asked tax officers to use simple language in income tax communications so that notices do not instil fear in the minds of taxpayers. Advising the income tax officers not to take "disproportionate" action and use enforcement measures only, as the last resort, Sitharaman said tax officers should use "power judiciously".

Air India plane hits luggage tractor at Pune airport

Air India plane hits luggage tractor at Pune airport

Rediff.com17 May 2024

A Delhi-bound Air India flight had to abort its take-off and was later cancelled after it hit a luggage tractor trolley while taxiing for departure at the Pune airport, airline sources said on Friday.

'60% of taxpayers will shift to new tax regime'

'60% of taxpayers will shift to new tax regime'

Rediff.com21 Feb 2024

'Personal income tax is growing by 27 per cent and most refunds have already been issued.'

SC directs UP to refund crores to anti-CAA protestors as state recalls 274 recovery notices

SC directs UP to refund crores to anti-CAA protestors as state recalls 274 recovery notices

Rediff.com18 Feb 2022

The Uttar Pradesh government on Friday told the Supreme Court that it has withdrawn 274 recovery notices and proceedings initiated against anti-CAA protestors in 2019 for damages caused to public and private properties.

Will Ombudsman Fix Air Travel Hassles?

Will Ombudsman Fix Air Travel Hassles?

Rediff.com26 Mar 2024

'The ministry may like to consider setting up an ombudsman similar to electricity ombudsman and insurance ombudsman, to ensure a time-bound resolution of consumer issues within the airline sector.'

Dummy's guide to tax refunds

Dummy's guide to tax refunds

Rediff.com18 Jun 2010

Tax refunds take their own sweet time to arrive. But there are ways you can ensure that you are not a tax refund case.

E-invoice mandate may cover B2C transactions

E-invoice mandate may cover B2C transactions

Rediff.com12 Sep 2024

Businesses across the country may soon be required to issue electronic invoices, or e-invoices, directly to consumers for the sale of goods and services. The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council, in its forthcoming meeting on Monday, is expected to discuss extending the e-invoicing mandate to cover business-to-consumer (B2C) transactions. Currently, e-invoicing is compulsory for businesses with a turnover of Rs 5 crore and above, but only for their business-to-business (B2B) transactions.

'I Should Have Won 1.25 Lakh Votes'

'I Should Have Won 1.25 Lakh Votes'

Rediff.com5 Dec 2024

'There is a difference between a politician and leader.' 'A politician will have his pound of flesh first and do everything else later.' 'A leader will sacrifice everything to help people.'

Sebi gets flooded with Sahara refund claims

Sebi gets flooded with Sahara refund claims

Rediff.com10 Jun 2013

Sebi says it will directly transfer the refund money to the bank accounts of genuine investors.

Falsely promised hotel stays, alternate flights: Flier slams IndiGo

Falsely promised hotel stays, alternate flights: Flier slams IndiGo

Rediff.com20 Jan 2024

The passenger He said that there were pregnant women and elderly people travelling on the plane, but despite it, "the Indigo team declined to help the passengers and asked them to make their own arrangements at a 3rd location".

Your Tax Questions Answered

Your Tax Questions Answered

Rediff.com6 Aug 2024

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

Pink Ball Test: CAB to refund tickets for Days 4 and 5

Pink Ball Test: CAB to refund tickets for Days 4 and 5

Rediff.com25 Nov 2019

The CAB has promised to also work out a mechanism for refund of tickets sold offline once its offices reopen on Tuesday.

Domestic violence act applicable to women from all religions: SC

Domestic violence act applicable to women from all religions: SC

Rediff.com26 Sep 2024

The apex court delivered its verdict on an appeal filed by a woman challenging an order of the Karnataka high court in a matter related to the grant of maintenance and compensation.

How DAP Targets Honest Taxpayers, Misses Evaders

How DAP Targets Honest Taxpayers, Misses Evaders

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

DAP does not consider past I-T returns to match a taxpayer's resources with their expenditures or investments, points out Harsh Roongta.

Why Is Made In India iPhone Costlier?!

Why Is Made In India iPhone Costlier?!

Rediff.com1 Oct 2024

18% cent GST on iPhones continues to weigh heavily on the final cost to Indian consumers, limiting the impact of price cuts.

How to get a tax refund?

How to get a tax refund?

Rediff.com4 May 2009

Once the formalities are completed, we think little about any tax refunds. Tax refunds are something that a few of us might get and a few of us might not. To be prepared it is prudent to know some basic information about tax refunds.

Sebi says Sahara investors refunded over Rs 42 cr

Sebi says Sahara investors refunded over Rs 42 cr

Rediff.com18 Dec 2015

Sebi says Sahara investors refunded over Rs 42 cr.

Net direct tax collection at Rs 10.64 lakh cr in Apr-Nov

Net direct tax collection at Rs 10.64 lakh cr in Apr-Nov

Rediff.com14 Dec 2023

Net direct tax collection in the eight months of the current fiscal touched 58.34 per cent of Budget Estimates (BE) at Rs 10.64 lakh crore. The net tax collection for April-November stood at Rs 10.64 lakh crore, which is 23.4 per cent higher than the corresponding period of last year, the ministry of finance said.

Strike: AI waives refund, cancellation charges

Strike: AI waives refund, cancellation charges

Rediff.com27 Apr 2011

The airline has also decided that no penalties will be levied on tickets refunded/re-validated/re-issued/re-booked on a subsequent flight, due to flight disruptions, cancellation or combination or over-flying/delay of over an hour.

'Why do you need the money now?': Schalke apologise for ticket refund questions

'Why do you need the money now?': Schalke apologise for ticket refund questions

Rediff.com4 Jun 2020

Schalke went a step further asking fans to explain their exact reasons for demanding a refund, such as financial hardship, and to submit supporting documentation.

Losses? Filing Nil ITR Is A Must

Losses? Filing Nil ITR Is A Must

Rediff.com26 Jun 2024

'Filing a nil ITR serves as a formal declaration to the tax authorities that your earnings fell below the taxable threshold in the given financial year, and you had no tax liability during that period.'

PMO steps in to speed up GST refunds for exporters

PMO steps in to speed up GST refunds for exporters

Rediff.com9 Mar 2018

The GST Council on Saturday is expected to extend the date for IGST exemption and cess on imports

Bengaluru couple shocked to find live snake in Amazon packet

Bengaluru couple shocked to find live snake in Amazon packet

Rediff.com19 Jun 2024

The snake, suspected to be a spectacled cobra, was stuck in the adhesive tape used for the packaging, said the couple, who had ordered an Xbox controller from the online retail giant.

Sebi starts refunding money to Sahara investors

Sebi starts refunding money to Sahara investors

Rediff.com14 May 2013

The money is being refunded only in those cases where Sebi has not found any multiplicity during its verification process.

Steel recycle mandate for automakers on the anvil

Steel recycle mandate for automakers on the anvil

Rediff.com11 Sep 2024

The environment ministry is likely to soon issue regulations that will mandate automakers to recycle a specified percentage of steel from old vehicles, starting from the next financial year, according to people familiar with the matter. "We recently held a meeting with members of the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (Siam). "The final regulations are likely to be issued in the next 10 days," a government source informed.

20,000 GST Notices Issued For Rs 800 Bn Taxes

20,000 GST Notices Issued For Rs 800 Bn Taxes

Rediff.com22 Aug 2024

About 1.2 trillion tax evasion cases have been detected and as many as 59,000 entities identified for verification in order to ascertain whether they are fake.

Airlines oppose lower cancellation fees, quicker refunds to passengers

Airlines oppose lower cancellation fees, quicker refunds to passengers

Rediff.com31 Jul 2016

New rules will unnecessarily make the airlines responsible for reasons beyond their control

What Is Policy Splitting?

What Is Policy Splitting?

Rediff.com16 Sep 2024

'Splitting must result in tangible benefits for the customer, otherwise it will only mean more work for them in maintaining the policy and for their nominees.'

As Messi fallout grows in China, Hangzhou cancels Argentina friendly

As Messi fallout grows in China, Hangzhou cancels Argentina friendly

Rediff.com9 Feb 2024

Chinese sporting authorities have cancelled next month's friendly international between Argentina and Nigeria amid a growing backlash against Lionel Messi's failure to play in an Inter Miami match in Hong Kong last week.

Net direct tax collection grows 19% so far in FY24

Net direct tax collection grows 19% so far in FY24

Rediff.com11 Jan 2024

The net direct tax collection so far this fiscal rose 19.41 per cent to Rs 14.70 lakh crore, reaching about 81 per cent of the full-year target, the income tax department said on Thursday. "The provisional figures of Direct Tax collections up to January 10, 2024, continue to register steady growth," the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) said in a statement. Direct Tax collection, net of refunds, stood at Rs 14.70 lakh crore which is 19.41 per cent higher than the net collection for the corresponding period of last year.

Sebi flooded with Sahara refund calls

Sebi flooded with Sahara refund calls

Rediff.com12 Sep 2012

Regulator has set up a special cell to carry out the refunding operation.

Exporters will have to wait longer for GST refund

Exporters will have to wait longer for GST refund

Rediff.com21 Aug 2017

It is after the GST Network tallies invoice details with shipping bills that the refund claims can be processed. So, the refund could be delayed by over a month.

How to check Income Tax refund online

How to check Income Tax refund online

Rediff.com5 Oct 2012

This is as easy as it gets and all one needs to do is to enter the PAN number and the assessment year on this site to access the current position of the tax refund.