Taxes

April 1 brings a wave of financial changes — a new Income Tax Act, higher STT on derivatives, cheaper TCS on foreign trips, and credit card spends over ₹10 lakh being flagged. Here are 10 rules that will impact your money.

The financial year ends on March 31 and so does your window to save tax. Here are 7 essential moves — from PPF to NPS to health insurance — that can save you up to ₹2 lakh in deductions.

Only 13 days left before FY 2025-26 ends. From tax-saving investments to advance tax payments, here's everything you must complete before March 31, 2026.

Filing your income tax return wrong can cost you — penalties range from ₹5,000 to 200% of tax owed. Here are the 10 most common ITR mistakes Indians make and how to avoid each one.

Whether you run a small business, sell online, or provide services, you need to understand GST. Here is a simple guide covering the new 2-slab structure, registration thresholds, ITC claims, and filing deadlines.

TDS is deducted from your salary, FD interest, rent, and freelance payments — but do you know the rates, thresholds, and how to get a refund? Here is the complete guide to TDS in India.

Freelancing in India? You need to understand Section 44ADA (presumptive taxation), advance tax deadlines, GST registration, and how to file ITR correctly. This guide covers everything freelancers need to know about taxes.

Should you choose the old or new tax regime? With the new regime offering lower rates but fewer deductions, the answer depends on your salary structure. Here is a complete comparison with examples to help you decide.

Section 80CCD(1B) gives you an additional ₹50,000 tax deduction for NPS contributions — over and above the ₹1.5 lakh limit under 80C. Most taxpayers do not know about it. Here is how to claim it and save up to ₹15,000 in taxes.

FY25-26 ends on March 31. This is your last chance to claim deductions under 80C, 80D, and NPS before the new Income Tax Act kicks in. Here's your complete checklist.

The new Income Tax Act 2025 takes effect from April 1, 2026. Here are 12 key changes — from new filing dates to NPS deductions — that will affect every taxpayer.

NPS offers a little-known ₹50,000 tax deduction beyond the 80C limit. Here's how salaried and self-employed Indians can claim it before the March 31 deadline.