Major income tax reforms in pipeline, Budget 2025 to ease filing process: Sources
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Major income tax reforms in pipeline, Budget 2025 to ease filing process: Sources

India Today  

February 2025 is poised to usher in a new era of tax simplicity in India, as the upcoming Union Budget 2025-26 aims to reform the Income Tax Act, making tax filing easier for citizens, according to sources. Sources in the Finance Ministry told India Today TV that a series of major reforms to the income tax system are in the works. SIMPLIFYING TAX RETURNS A primary objective of the proposed income tax reforms is to alleviate the complexities that currently hinder both taxpayers and the government. To address these issues, the Finance Ministry is focusing on streamlining the income tax filing process.

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Eyes on income tax, customs duty and capex reforms as Sitharaman begins Budget 2025 meetings
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Eyes on income tax, customs duty and capex reforms as Sitharaman begins Budget 2025 meetings

Firstpost  

An internal committee led by Chief Commissioner of Income Tax VK Gupta will ensure the suggested amendments comply with international standards, improve the system for the taxpayer and facilitate the government’s revenue mechanism Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman held a meeting on Tuesday to chart next year’s Union Budget. Talking to Moneycontrol, a government source said, “Eyes on income tax, customs …

Tax action in the Union budget for 2025-26 could set the course for Viksit Bharat
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Tax action in the Union budget for 2025-26 could set the course for Viksit Bharat

Live Mint  

Balancing fiscal prudence with the need to provide a growth impetus has been a hallmark of our government over past Union budgets. Particularly praiseworthy is the government’s proposal to undertake a comprehensive review of the Income Tax Act of 1961 within the context of reviewing the entire direct and indirect taxation regime. On the indirect taxation side, the 2024-25 budget …

Income Tax Act overhaul likely in Budget
1 month ago

Income Tax Act overhaul likely in Budget

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: In a major move anticipated during her budget speech on February 1, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is expected to announce a comprehensive review of the Income Tax Act. Sources indicate that this review aims to simplify the existing tax framework, which currently comprises a staggering 71 TDS sections. Announcing the last budget this year, she said, “I am …

Can you expect major income tax changes in Budget 2025? Check details
1 month, 1 week ago

Can you expect major income tax changes in Budget 2025? Check details

India Today  

The Union Budget 2025-26 is set to usher in a new era of tax simplification in India, with the Finance Ministry working on comprehensive reforms to streamline the income tax system. The proposed reforms focus on three key areas: simplifying tax structures, expanding the tax base, and balancing revenue generation with taxpayer relief. SIMPLER TAX FILING Building on the success …

It is time India started indexing tax slabs and exemptions with inflation
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1 month, 1 week ago

It is time India started indexing tax slabs and exemptions with inflation

Live Mint  

NEW DELHI : One of the big stories of the Indian economy has been the sharp increase in personal income tax collections. As the government’s revenue from personal income tax rises, it will likely face greater scrutiny and higher taxpayer expectations regarding the tax system's efficiency, transparency, stability, and fairness. The old tax regime evolved over several decades, allowing individuals …

Nirmala Sitharaman reviews Income Tax Act 1961
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Nirmala Sitharaman reviews Income Tax Act 1961

Live Mint  

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday chaired a meeting on the comprehensive review of the Income Tax Act 1961. Sitharaman had announced a comprehensive review of the Income Tax Act 1961 in the Union Budget 2024-25 on July 23. He also told the finance minister that 6,500 valuable suggestions have been received through the portal since it was opened …

India's Tax Filers Surge Fivefold, With 52% of Salaried Individuals Reporting Income Over Rs 1 Crore
2 months ago

India's Tax Filers Surge Fivefold, With 52% of Salaried Individuals Reporting Income Over Rs 1 Crore

ABP News  

India's tax filers have seen a significant surge in recent years, with the number of individuals reporting taxable incomes exceeding Rs 1 crore surging fivefold in the assessment year 2023-24. This growth has been driven by both an increase in the total number of taxpayers and an increase in the number of individuals with taxable incomes exceeding Rs 1 crore.

Centre launches process to revamp income-tax regime
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Centre launches process to revamp income-tax regime

Hindustan Times  

NEW DELHI: The Union government on Monday formally launched the process to revamp the existing income-tax regime with four key objectives in mind – simplification of language, reduction of litigations, ease of compliance, and scrapping of obsolete provisions. “The goal is to make the Act concise, clear, and easy to understand, which will reduce disputes, litigation, and provide greater tax …

Budget 2024 is an exercise to simplify the tax regime - Revenue Secretary Sanjay Malhotra
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Budget 2024 is an exercise to simplify the tax regime - Revenue Secretary Sanjay Malhotra

Hindustan Times  

The government is making efforts to simplify the tax regime and treat all asset classes similarly for taxation, revenue secretary Sanjay Malhotra said in an interview with Hindustan Times. Edited excerpts: The budget’s proposal to remove indexation from the long-term capital gains in real estate is an effort to simply the tax regime, said Sanjay Malhotra The Economic Survey has …

Budget 2024: The government’s focus is on ease of paying taxes
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Budget 2024: The government’s focus is on ease of paying taxes

The Hindu  

While providing primacy to growth with inclusion, the Budget attempts to infuse a new momentum to the economy and strengthen India’s resilient ecosystem so that the country emerges as a growth engine of the world. The proposals to expand the scope of safe harbour rules, streamline transfer pricing assessment procedure, and reduce the corporate tax rate on foreign companies from …

Union Budget 2024 reforms of the new tax regime may reduce tax burden and allow option to choose again
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Union Budget 2024 reforms of the new tax regime may reduce tax burden and allow option to choose again

Hindustan Times  

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Union Budget 2024 in the parliament on July 23, proposing new changes in the income tax slabs of the new tax regime. Nirmala Sitharaman pictured at the Lok Sabha on July 23, with the Union Budget What are the latest income tax slabs in the new tax regime? Up to ₹3 lakh: NIL ₹3-7 …

New income tax regime: Check how much tax you will pay now
4 months, 4 weeks ago

New income tax regime: Check how much tax you will pay now

India Today  

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced key changes to the New Income Tax regime, tweaking tax slabs and increasing the standard deduction. Read Full Budget 2024 Coverage The Finance Minister highlighted that over two-thirds of tax filers chose the new personal income tax regime in the last fiscal year. New Tax Regime after revision The revised tax slabs under the New …

India's Tax Regime Set For A Major Upgrade, Govt Puts Income Tax Act 1961 Under Review; Check Key Reasons
4 months, 4 weeks ago

India's Tax Regime Set For A Major Upgrade, Govt Puts Income Tax Act 1961 Under Review; Check Key Reasons

News 18  

The government has announced a comprehensive review of the Income Tax Act to address several key issues. Announcing the decision during her Budget 2024 speech, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced that it will undertake a comprehensive review of the Income Tax Act to make it easy to read. By making the Income Tax Act more user-friendly and efficient, the government …

The rationale for the tax proposals
5 months ago

The rationale for the tax proposals

The Hindu  

The 2024-25 Budget is not just an account of receipts and expenditures for the financial year; it also sets the stage for several years in terms of expectations. Budget 2024 |Middle class discontented, real estate sector applauds tax reforms Regarding the general proposals, two sets pique interest — first, those relating to capital markets and second, those relating to the …

Budget 2024: How the changes in new tax regime will benefit the salaried, explained
5 months ago

Budget 2024: How the changes in new tax regime will benefit the salaried, explained

Hindustan Times  

Salaried income taxpayers shifting to the new tax regime stand to save up to ₹17,500 in income tax, finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced in presenting the Union budget 2024. The finance minister announced increased standard deduction for those opting to file their tax returns under the new regime and also widened the tax slabs to give relief. Increase in the …

Revised income tax slab rates, Budget 2024: Salaried individuals stand to save up to ₹17,500, standard deductions hiked
5 months ago

Revised income tax slab rates, Budget 2024: Salaried individuals stand to save up to ₹17,500, standard deductions hiked

The Hindu  

Altering the structure for taxation of income under the new regime, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday revised the tax slabs whilst retaining the erstwhile corresponding tax rates other than increasing the standard deductions. The two measures combined, she stated, would provide relief to “about four crore salaried individuals and pensioners.” More under new regime According to Deepashree Shetty, Partner …

Budget 2024: How the new tax regime announced by Sitharaman will impact taxpayers?
5 months ago

Budget 2024: How the new tax regime announced by Sitharaman will impact taxpayers?

India TV News  

Budget 2024: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday presented her seventh straight Budget for the fiscal 2024-25. In a significant move, Sitharaman unveiled new income tax slabs under the revised tax regime. Here are the new and old income tax slabs New income tax slabs 0-3 lakh: Nil 3-7 lakh: 5% 7-10 lakh: 10% 1-12 lakh 15% 12-15 lakh 20% …

Calculation: Will you pay more income tax or less after Budget 2024 changes?
5 months ago

Calculation: Will you pay more income tax or less after Budget 2024 changes?

Firstpost  

The government has introduced a simplified tax regime for the fiscal year 2024-25, aimed at streamlining the tax structure to make it more taxpayer friendly. As we move to higher income levels, for the range of Rs 1,500,000 to Rs 5,000,000, the tax rate is set at 30 per cent with an effective tax rate of 31.20 per cent. For …

Old vs proposed income tax slabs under new regime. What has changed?
5 months ago

Old vs proposed income tax slabs under new regime. What has changed?

Hindustan Times  

Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday proposed a new tax structure under the new regime. Budget 2024: Mobile phones, chargers to get cheaper; Nirmala Sitharaman proposes cut in customs duty The new tax slabs under the new income tax regime will be effective from April 1, 2024.. Proposed Tax Structure: Income up to ₹ 3,00,000: Nil 3,00,000: Nil ₹ …

Budget 2024: Income tax slabs changed, standard deduction increased. Read details
5 months ago

Budget 2024: Income tax slabs changed, standard deduction increased. Read details

Op India  

On Tuesday, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Annual Financial Statement before the Lok Sabha. The Finance Minister has given relief to taxpayers who choose to opt for the New Tax regime as the tax slabs have been revised and the Standard deduction limit has been increased from Rs 50,000 to Rs 75,000. Personal Income Tax: The Union Finance Minister …

Budget 2024 Highlights on income tax: FM Sitharaman revises personal income tax slabs; taxation rates remain unchanged
5 months ago

Budget 2024 Highlights on income tax: FM Sitharaman revises personal income tax slabs; taxation rates remain unchanged

The Hindu  

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in her seventh Budget speech on July 23 revised the tax slabs under the new regime. Whilst the rate of taxation remains unchanged, the size of each of the slabs, excluding the initial zero to ₹3 lakh, remains unchanged. Budget 2024-25: Taxes Earlier, the Finance Minister further placed increasing the standard deduction for salaried employees from …

Budget 2024: Will common man and salaried class get income tax relief? | Here's what we know
5 months ago

Budget 2024: Will common man and salaried class get income tax relief? | Here's what we know

India TV News  

Union Budget 2024: The general population, particularly those in the salaried and middle-class brackets, are anticipating significant relief measures from the government through the budget being presented today. They recommend raising the 30 per cent tax slab to apply on income exceeding Rs 20 or 25 lakh, instead of the current Rs 15 lakh limit. Additionally, there is a call …

Income Tax Budget Highlights: Govt proposes tax cuts, more standard deduction
5 months ago

Income Tax Budget Highlights: Govt proposes tax cuts, more standard deduction

Hindustan Times  

New Tax Regime LIVE updates: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presents the Union Budget 2024-25 in Lok Sabha, in New Delhi, Tuesday, July 23, 2024. New Tax Regime Highlights: Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented her seventh consecutive Budget amid expectations from the middle class for relief at the tax front. Moreover, the efficiency of tax collection has improved over …

Budget 2024 announcements on new tax regime: Standard deduction increased, check new tax slabs
5 months ago

Budget 2024 announcements on new tax regime: Standard deduction increased, check new tax slabs

India TV News  

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday presented her seventh straight Budget for the fiscal 2024-25. Informing that fiscal deficit estimated at 4.9% of GDP, Sitharaman said that the people have reposed their faith in the government led by PM Modi and re-elected it for the historic third term. Sitharaman said, "I announce a comprehensive review of the Income Tax Act …

Major reforms expected by key sectors in Budget 2024, will it deliver?
5 months ago

Major reforms expected by key sectors in Budget 2024, will it deliver?

New Indian Express  

With the first Union Budget after the Lok Sabha elections all set to be unveiled, there are great expectations regarding major policy and tax reforms. These expectations include: A new subsidy scheme similar to FAME II with a more comprehensive coverage; Streamlining policies towards R&D efforts in battery technology and grid integration for development of a widespread and reliable charging …

Budget 2024: Will Nirmala Sitharaman bring cheer to middle-class with income tax changes?
5 months ago

Budget 2024: Will Nirmala Sitharaman bring cheer to middle-class with income tax changes?

Hindustan Times  

The Union Budget 2024 could provide Income Tax relief for low earners looms large amid rising prices in the country. Experts believe that a reduction in Income Tax could address economic challenges in the country as Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is set to present the Union Budget for the fiscal year 2024-25 on July 23. This change would boost consumption, …

Budget 2024: Taxpayers, you can expect these 6 income tax benefits on July 23
5 months ago

Budget 2024: Taxpayers, you can expect these 6 income tax benefits on July 23

Hindustan Times  

Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman is set to present the Union Budget on July 23. Taxpayers are expecting a potential hike in standard deduction, relief in income tax rates and an increase in Section 80C exemptions in the Budget. Experts believe that adjustments to income tax slab rates could be seen in the Budget as the Finance Minister might announce tax …

Budget 2024: This change to old income tax regime can provide relief to millions
5 months ago

Budget 2024: This change to old income tax regime can provide relief to millions

India Today  

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is set to present the Union Budget 2024 on July 23, and as usual, a key demand amongst citizens is for tax relief. While reports indicate that the government may introduce measures to enhance the appeal of the new income tax regime, taxpayers are also hoping for a revamp of the old regime, which offers the …

India's 2024 Budget: A push for tax reform
5 months ago

India's 2024 Budget: A push for tax reform

India Today  

The 2024 Budget, scheduled for July 23, may see tweaks to key tax policies to boost government revenue — bold steps to tackle tax evasion and improve tax compliance. 1980: For every Rs 100 collected, Rs 11 came from income tax, Rs 12 from corporate tax, Rs 1 from other direct taxes, and Rs 76 from other indirect taxes. 2000: …

Union Budget 2024: Will Nirmala Sitharaman bring income tax relief for middle class?
5 months, 1 week ago

Union Budget 2024: Will Nirmala Sitharaman bring income tax relief for middle class?

Hindustan Times  

With the Union Budget 2024 scheduled to be presented on July 23, 2024 by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, income tax slabs are an important component that has been getting a lot of attention lately, with reports suggesting there may be potential tax cuts for boosting consumption in the economy. The current slabs for the new tax regime are as follows: …

Tax reform imminent for fairer society and growth
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Tax reform imminent for fairer society and growth

China Daily  

A woman shows banknotes and coins included in the 2019 edition of the fifth series of the renminbi. The National Audit Office recently proposed that the country intensify its tax and fee collection and management, improve departmental data sharing, and plug the existing system loopholes, to consolidate the growth of its fiscal revenue. In the context of reduced land income …

Tax reform imminent for fairer society and growth
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Tax reform imminent for fairer society and growth

China Daily  

The National Audit Office recently proposed that the country intensify its tax and fee collection and management, improve departmental data sharing, and plug the existing system loopholes, to consolidate the growth of its fiscal revenue. In the context of reduced land income and increased financial pressure, strengthening tax and fee collection and management can not only increase local financial revenues, …

Budget 2024: Low-income individuals likely to get big tax relief, says report
6 months ago

Budget 2024: Low-income individuals likely to get big tax relief, says report

India Today  

The government is considering significant tax cuts for lower-income individuals in the upcoming Budget 2024, marking the first such relief in seven years, reported Bloomberg. Lower tax rates, new tax slabs Salaried taxpayers earning between Rs 5 lakh and Rs 15 lakh annually, currently taxed at rates ranging from 5% to 20% under the new income tax regime, could benefit …

Budget 2024: Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman to increase income tax exemption limit?
6 months ago

Budget 2024: Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman to increase income tax exemption limit?

Hindustan Times  

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman may increase income tax exemption limit in the upcoming Budget 2024 which is the first for the third term of the PM Modi Government. News agency Reuters reported that the first full-fledged Budget 2024 of Modi 3.0 may relieve taxpayers as the government is considering reducing income tax rates for specific groups of individuals. The government …

Budget 2024: Which income categories can expect tax relief?
6 months ago

Budget 2024: Which income categories can expect tax relief?

India Today  

The government is considering a reduction in tax rates for specific categories of salaried individuals, aimed at boosting consumption, reported news agency Reuters. The reduction in tax rates could be part of the upcoming budget announcement in July by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, the report said, citing two government officials. Potential tax relief The anticipated tax relief could benefit individuals …

Budget 2024: Finance Ministry invites industry views on tax rates, litigation laws
6 months, 1 week ago

Budget 2024: Finance Ministry invites industry views on tax rates, litigation laws

Hindustan Times  

The Finance Ministry has invited suggestions on direct and indirect taxes and changes in laws to reduce compliances for the 2024-25 Budget from trade and industry associations. The suggestions could include changes in the duty structure, rates and ideas on broadening of tax base on both direct and indirect taxes giving economic justification for the same, as per the ministry. …

10 years of Modi government: Tax reforms, challenges
7 months, 1 week ago

10 years of Modi government: Tax reforms, challenges

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: In the last 10 years of Modi government rule, India has undergone marked tax reforms focused on streamlining the tax framework, enhancing compliance, and fostering transparency. Key reforms common to Customs, GST, income tax, and corporate tax include digitisation for e-filing and digital payments, real-time data sharing to detect tax frauds, faceless assessment and appeals, dispute resolution schemes …

New Tax regime rules to come into effect from today: Check deductions, rebates, changes in tax slab
8 months, 3 weeks ago

New Tax regime rules to come into effect from today: Check deductions, rebates, changes in tax slab

India TV News  

As the new financial year begins on April 1, there will be changes to India's income tax regulations. The Centre will implement the New Tax Regime as the default setting, which implies that unless individuals manually choose to abide by the old tax structure, taxes will be automatically assessed and applied according to this new system. The tax slabs will …

Major Income Tax Reforms Effective From April 1: What You Need To Know
9 months ago

Major Income Tax Reforms Effective From April 1: What You Need To Know

ABP News  

In the wake of the new fiscal year, April 1, 2024, sweeping changes in the tax landscape herald major implications for personal finances. Streamlined Slabs & Expanded Basic Exemption Limit Under the new tax regime, the minimum tax threshold has been raised from Rs 2.5 lakh to Rs 3 lakh. Increased Tax Rebate Threshold Individuals opting for the new tax …

Budget 2024: No change in direct taxes. What does it mean for India's middle class?
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Budget 2024: No change in direct taxes. What does it mean for India's middle class?

Hindustan Times  

Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday said that the government won't propose any changes to taxation and will retain the same tax rates for direct taxes and indirect taxes including import duties. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman chose not to increase, or decrease, income tax liability on the middle class. "Keeping with the convention, I do not propose to make …

How much average processing time of ITR reduced in 10 years? Sitharaman reveals
10 months, 3 weeks ago

How much average processing time of ITR reduced in 10 years? Sitharaman reveals

Hindustan Times  

Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday underscored the government's steadfast commitment to enhancing taxpayer services as she highlighted a transformative shift in tax assessment methodologies over the past five years. Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presents the Interim Budget 2024 in the Lok Sabha, at Parliament House in New Delhi, Thursday, Feb. 1, 2024. One of the standout achievements …

No changes in income tax rates, slabs, announces Nirmala Sitharaman
10 months, 3 weeks ago

No changes in income tax rates, slabs, announces Nirmala Sitharaman

Hindustan Times  

Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday announced no change in the existing tax regime -- both direct and indirect. For taxpayers, there will be no relief as income tax rates and slabs remain the same in the interim budget that Nirmala Sitharaman presented ahead of the Lok Sabha election 2024. "I propose to retain the same tax rates for direct …

Budget 2024: 6 key changes taxpayers want from FM Sitharaman
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Budget 2024: 6 key changes taxpayers want from FM Sitharaman

India Today  

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is set to present the Interim Budget 2024-25 on February 1, covering the initial three months of the next fiscal year. While hopes for a new 25 per cent high-income tax slab are slim, expectations include increased basic exemption, standard deduction, and higher limits for 80C & 80D," Ravi said. NPS deduction under new tax regime …

Budget 2024: Taxpayers can expect this announcement on February 1
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Budget 2024: Taxpayers can expect this announcement on February 1

India Today  

The Interim Budget 2024-25 will be presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on February 1 and experts indicate that major tax changes are unlikely. On interest on income tax refund, he said the AIS captures income tax refunds along with associated interest, there is room for improvement. However, in case the interest from income tax refund is not subject to …

Interim Budget 2024: Will new income tax regime get another makeover?
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Interim Budget 2024: Will new income tax regime get another makeover?

India Today  

As Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman gears up to announce the Interim Budget 2024-25, the new income tax regime is in focus again. Deduction for interest on housing loans Salaried individuals with housing loans are cautious about shifting to the new tax regime due to the potential loss of home loan interest deductions. Abhishek Soni suggests that extending the deduction for …

More Than 5 Crore Taxpayers Opt for New Tax Regime 2023
1 year, 4 months ago

More Than 5 Crore Taxpayers Opt for New Tax Regime 2023

News 18  

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced income tax relief, especially for those with salaried incomes in the 2023-24 Budget. The new tax regime grants tax exemption for income between 0 to 3 lakh rupees. Individuals earning income ranging between Rs 3 to 6 lakh are taxed at a 5 per cent rate, while those between 6 to 9 lakh face a …

10 Income Tax Rules That Are Changing From April 1, 2023
1 year, 8 months ago

10 Income Tax Rules That Are Changing From April 1, 2023

News 18  

The income tax laws have undergone numerous changes, and they will take effect this fiscal year. Some of the main changes that will take effect on April 1, 2023, include raised tax rebate limits, changes to income tax slabs, and the elimination of the LTCG tax benefit on certain debt mutual funds. Let’s examine the changes:- 1) New income tax …

Everything To Know About the New Income Tax Regime 2023
1 year, 10 months ago

Everything To Know About the New Income Tax Regime 2023

Hindustan Times  

The new income tax regime 2023 is upon us and taxpayers need to be prepared for the changes ahead. This blog will cover everything you need to know about the new income tax regime, from understanding the different tax brackets to using an income tax calculator to ensure you’re paying the right amount. Using an Income Tax Calculator In order …

Budget 2023: What are the changes in new tax regime? Expert explains
1 year, 10 months ago

Budget 2023: What are the changes in new tax regime? Expert explains

Hindustan Times  

Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman said the new tax system will be the default, with the old system remaining an option. Presenting the last full budget of the Narendra Modi government before the 2024 Lok Sabha election, Sitharaman raised the income tax rebate cap under the new tax system from ₹5 lakh to ₹7 lakh. Hindustan Times spoke to Abhishek …

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