News for 'tax filing'

Old Vs New Tax Regime: Which Saves You More Money?

Old Vs New Tax Regime: Which Saves You More Money?

Rediff.com23 Apr 2024

The choice of tax regime dictates how your income will be taxed. If you don't make the right pick, you might end up losing money.

Public-promoter confusion deepens with switches across companies

Public-promoter confusion deepens with switches across companies

Rediff.com24 May 2025

There have been multiple instances of the same entity appearing as both a public shareholder as well as under the promoter classification in some listed companies. And this dual-classification happened in the same quarter, according to data compiled by primedatabase.com.

Deadline for filing income tax returns extended to December 31

Deadline for filing income tax returns extended to December 31

Rediff.com9 Sep 2021

The government on Thursday extended the deadline till December 31 for filing of income tax returns by individuals for the financial year 2021, amid the coronavirus pandemic and technical glitches in the IT portal. Earlier, the deadline was extended to September 30, 2021. Usually, the last date for filing the ITR (Income Tax Returns) for the individual taxpayers is July 31. "On consideration of difficulties reported by the taxpayers and other stakeholders in filing of Income Tax Returns and various reports of audit for the Assessment Year 2021-22 under the Income-tax Act, 1961, Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has decided to further extend the due dates for filing of Income Tax Returns and various reports of audit for the Assessment Year 2021-22," the finance ministry said in a statement.

Read This Before Filing I-T Returns

Read This Before Filing I-T Returns

Rediff.com18 Jul 2023

Penalties for non-disclosure or inaccurate disclosure of these details can be severe.

Ask Tax Guru: 'ULIPs are tax-free if...'

Ask Tax Guru: 'ULIPs are tax-free if...'

Rediff.com20 Jun 2022

Anil Rego, CEO, Right Horizons, answers your personal income tax queries.

IndusInd accounting lapses: Sumant Kathpalia steps down as CEO

IndusInd accounting lapses: Sumant Kathpalia steps down as CEO

Rediff.com29 Apr 2025

IndusInd Bank MD and CEO Sumant Kathpalia on Tuesday resigned with immediate effect, taking moral responsibility of accounting lapses in the derivatives portfolio, having financial implication of Rs 1,960 crore to the bank.

Live chat: All you want to know about filing tax returns

Live chat: All you want to know about filing tax returns

Rediff.com16 Jul 2012

Mahesh Padmanabhan of RelaxwithTax will host 'The Tax Window', a chat to answer all your tax queries between 2 pm and 3 pm IST on Monday, July 16, 2011.

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

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...

IndusInd's risk handling under lens: Moody's

IndusInd's risk handling under lens: Moody's

Rediff.com24 Apr 2025

Global Rating agency Moody's on Wednesday said it was reviewing IndusInd Bank's risk management capabilities, and its leadership transition, with the private sector lender grappling with accounting lapses pertaining to its derivatives transactions. "The financial impact of the derivatives losses is quite manageable considering IndusInd Bank's strong capital.

NRIs, Are You Aware Of Indian Tax Rules?

NRIs, Are You Aware Of Indian Tax Rules?

Rediff.com12 Mar 2024

Understanding tax residency rules and maintaining proper documentation is imperative to ensure smooth tax compliance.

What Is Form 26AS?

What Is Form 26AS?

Rediff.com31 May 2024

Discrepancies between Form 26AS and Form 16 can lead to an inquiry by the I-T department.

Here's how to file tax returns without pain

Here's how to file tax returns without pain

Rediff.com26 Jul 2010

Filing your taxes is not as big a headache as you may make it out to be. All you need is to be clear on some fundamentals and have your papers in place. Here's help.

'Will My ITR Invite More Scrutiny?'

'Will My ITR Invite More Scrutiny?'

Rediff.com5 Mar 2025

rediffGURU Vipul Bhavsar answers readers' personal income tax queries.

'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.

'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.'

Should You Take Possesion Of House Without An OC?

Should You Take Possesion Of House Without An OC?

Rediff.com14 May 2025

Taking possession without an OC can lead to legal complications, denial of utilities such as water and electricity, hurdles in availing home loans or reselling the property, and even eviction.

'No Plan To Phase Out Old I-T Regime'

'No Plan To Phase Out Old I-T Regime'

Rediff.com3 Feb 2025

'Going forward, the encouragement would be to move to the new tax regime.'

File tax returns at the click of a mouse

File tax returns at the click of a mouse

Rediff.com24 Jul 2009

Lamingo Systems, a Bangalore based technology start-up firm promoted by two entrepreneurs - Navin Kumar and his wife Monika Rungta - has launched eLagaan.com in this current tax filing season, a portal which promises to prepare the tax returns easy to be filed both electronically and in paper mode.

Ram Gopal Varma faces arrest in cheque bounce case

Ram Gopal Varma faces arrest in cheque bounce case

Rediff.com6 Mar 2025

Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma has been issued a non-bailable warrant by a Mumbai sessions court after he failed to appear in court to address a cheque bounce case. The court rejected his plea for suspension of a three-month jail sentence and ordered his arrest. The case stems from a 2018 complaint by a company that alleged Varma's firm issued two dishonored checks totaling Rs. 3,72,219.

'Bought US stocks; shall I make tax declaration?'

'Bought US stocks; shall I make tax declaration?'

Rediff.com30 Jan 2024

rediffGURU Vivek Lala answers your income tax and personal finance queries.

More trouble for journalist Mahesh Langa as 2nd FIR filed

More trouble for journalist Mahesh Langa as 2nd FIR filed

Rediff.com23 Oct 2024

Sources said that Langa and an unidentified employee of the Gujarat Maritime Board (GMB) have been booked on the charges of theft and under relevant sections of the Prevention of Corruption Act.

'Is my Rs 25L leave encashment tax-exempt?'

'Is my Rs 25L leave encashment tax-exempt?'

Rediff.com16 Nov 2023

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

Why Form 16 Is Important For ITR

Why Form 16 Is Important For ITR

Rediff.com11 Jun 2024

Form 16 contains details of salary income, deductions, and exemptions.

Changing jobs? Here's how to file your tax returns

Changing jobs? Here's how to file your tax returns

Rediff.com17 Jul 2017

It's better to inform your new employer about income earned and deduction availed with the previous one.

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.

ITR: 'Can I Carry Fwd 2.52L Trading Loss?'

ITR: 'Can I Carry Fwd 2.52L Trading Loss?'

Rediff.com12 Feb 2025

rediffGURU Samkit Maniar answers readers' personal income tax queries.

Why Filing Deceased's ITR Is A Must

Why Filing Deceased's ITR Is A Must

Rediff.com28 Jul 2023

Non-compliance can also result in legal complications and disputes with the tax authorities.

6 common mistakes to avoid while filing income tax returns

6 common mistakes to avoid while filing income tax returns

Rediff.com5 Jul 2017

With the online tax filing and automation of the tax process the number of mistakes made by taxpayers during filing of taxes have been reduced, but considering the importance of the information, a mistake or an error will be an invitation to trouble.

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.

What The Budget Has For Senior Citizens

What The Budget Has For Senior Citizens

Rediff.com3 Feb 2025

'The increase in the limit for TDS on interest to Rs 1 lakh will ensure greater cash flow in the hands of senior citizens.'

'Any tax liability for women earning 6L via stocks?'

'Any tax liability for women earning 6L via stocks?'

Rediff.com27 Feb 2024

rediffGURU Samkit Maniar answers readers' personal income tax queries

ASK ANIL: 'How to rectify IT return-filing mistakes?'

ASK ANIL: 'How to rectify IT return-filing mistakes?'

Rediff.com27 Jul 2022

Anil Rego, CEO, Right Horizons, answers your personal income tax queries.

ED files money-laundering case against Kerala CM's daughter

ED files money-laundering case against Kerala CM's daughter

Rediff.com27 Mar 2024

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has filed a money-laundering case against Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan's daughter Veena Vijayan and her IT firm for receiving 'illegal payments' from a Kochi-based private firm, official sources said on Wednesday.

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.

Expect Tax Refunds Now In 10 Days

Expect Tax Refunds Now In 10 Days

Rediff.com4 Sep 2023

Almost all verification and assessments of returns selected for scrutiny are being done electronically through an anonymous back office, manned by tax experts and officials, without any personal interface between taxpayers and officers.

Errors Or Late To File ITR? Read This!

Errors Or Late To File ITR? Read This!

Rediff.com12 Sep 2023

If you have not yet filed an ITR for the 2022-2023 financial year, you can file a belated return.

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.'

Filing IT return online for FREE? Danger ahead!

Filing IT return online for FREE? Danger ahead!

Rediff.com21 Jul 2016

The perils mentioned here may seem few in number, but each of it encompasses an entire set of dangers posed by the free online tax filing offers.

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.