Budget 2023: How Nirmala Sitharaman attempted to simplify tax experience
1 year, 10 months ago

Budget 2023: How Nirmala Sitharaman attempted to simplify tax experience

Live Mint  

The Hon’ble Finance Minister presented today the last full-fledged Budget 2023 under the Modi 2.0 Government. Further, with the proposals, it is apparent that the Government wants to simplify the tax experience to its taxpayers by proposing a common tax return form, bringing reforms to litigation and also giving prominence to the new tax regime which does not require the individuals claim any deductions or exemptions rather pay tax at the reduced tax rates. With this, Key personal tax proposals are as below: Tax Rates Changes proposed under the new personal tax regime are: Basic exemption limit enhanced from INR 2.5 lakhs to INR 3 lakhs. Rebate on taxable income has been proposed to be enhanced from INR 5 lakhs to INR 7 lakhs resulting in a tax saving of INR 33,800. Other sources Proceeds from insurance premium policies other than ULIPs taken post 01 April 2023 having premium in excess of INR 5 lakhs will be taxable as income from other sources without any 80C deductions leading to additional tax impact for the taxpayers.

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

Relief to middle class? Inflation offsets hike in tax exemption limit
1 month ago

Relief to middle class? Inflation offsets hike in tax exemption limit

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: The government recently claimed that Income tax burden on the common man has come down in the last 10 years, thanks to the Narendra Modi-led government’s various measures. It claimed that taxpayers in the Rs 2.5-7 lakh tax bracket who paid on an average Rs 25,000 in FY14 are now paying zero tax. Fast forward to FY 2024-25, …

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 on LTCG amendment: 'We have courage to change'
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Nirmala Sitharaman on LTCG amendment: 'We have courage to change'

Hindustan Times  

Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman said that the new amendments to Finance Bill 2024 will not impose any additional tax burden concerning the long-term capital gains tax on real estate sales. Replying to the House discussion on the Finance Bill in the Lok Sabha, the minister said: “Every time we present the Budget…I have gone around the country to various destinations, …

FM Nirmala Sitharaman announces amendment to LTCG tax proposal, offers new options
4 months, 2 weeks ago

FM Nirmala Sitharaman announces amendment to LTCG tax proposal, offers new options

Hindustan Times  

Union finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Wednesday announced that the contentious long-term capital gains tax proposal on real estate is being revised. The announcement came after the Budget 2024-25 plan to remove indexation benefits for long-term capital gains on property sales faced strong criticism from opposition parties and tax experts. The Budget presented on July 23 had proposed a reduced …

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

Budget 2024: Time to opt out of old tax regime? Explained
5 months ago

Budget 2024: Time to opt out of old tax regime? Explained

Hindustan Times  

The message from Budget 2024 was loud and clear: say goodbye to the old income tax regime. Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman proposed three key changes in the new tax regime, while the old one was left untouched. If your deductions and exemptions exceed the break-even amount, go for the old tax regime, otherwise the new tax regime will be …

Budget 2024 | Old or new tax regime: Which will be more beneficial for you? Know here
5 months ago

Budget 2024 | Old or new tax regime: Which will be more beneficial for you? Know here

India TV News  

Budget 2024: In the Budget, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman did not make any changes in the old tax regime but increased the exemption limit in the new tax regime, making it more advantageous than before. Proposed tax structure under new tax system 0-3 lakh: Nil 3-7 lakh: 5% 7-10 lakh: 10% 1-12 lakh 15% 12-15 lakh 20% Above 15 lakh: …

Mixed reactions to revised Income Tax rates, deductions in Andhra
5 months ago

Mixed reactions to revised Income Tax rates, deductions in Andhra

New Indian Express  

GUNTUR: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitaraman’s announcements on Income Tax have evoked mixed feelings among the public. Under the new regime of the personal Income Tax rates, she announced that standard deduction for salaried employees has been hiked to Rs 75,000 from Rs 50,000. Explaining the significance of the changes to the standard deduction, Murthy Naidu, a financial analyst, said a …

Income tax benefits, capital gains tax hike, cheaper phones | Key Budget takeaways
5 months ago

Income tax benefits, capital gains tax hike, cheaper phones | Key Budget takeaways

Hindustan Times  

Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday proposed the much-awaited change in the income tax slabs as she tabled the first Union Budget of the new Narendra Modi government. "Under the new tax regime, tax rate structure to be revised as follows - ₹0- ₹3 lakh -Nil; ₹3-7 lakh -5%; ₹7-10 lakh-10%; ₹10-12 lakh-15%; ₹12-15 lakh- 20% and above ₹15 lakh-30%," …

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 …

Watch: Budget 2024 | What’s in it for markets and investors?
5 months ago

Watch: Budget 2024 | What’s in it for markets and investors?

The Hindu  

On July 23, the Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the first full budget of the 3rd term of the NDA government. For deepening tax base the Finance Minister has proposed to increase Securities Transaction Tax on Futures and Options contracts to 0.2% and 0.1%, respectively. As per the budget proposals now unlisted bonds and debentures, debt mutual funds and market-linked …

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 …

Union Budget 2024: Should you pick new tax regime? How can you save Rs 17,500 in income tax every year?
5 months ago

Union Budget 2024: Should you pick new tax regime? How can you save Rs 17,500 in income tax every year?

Firstpost  

In the Union Budget 2024, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced a revision of tax slabs under the new regime. The lowest slab in the new tax regime increased to Rs 3 lakh from Rs 2.5 lakh. The tax structure is proposed to be revised as follows: No tax for those earning up to Rs 3 lakh 5 per cent tax …

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 …

Budget 2024: How will it impact the common people and consumers? CHECK here
5 months ago

Budget 2024: How will it impact the common people and consumers? CHECK here

India TV News  

Budget 2024: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday announced the Union Budget 2024-25, with nine outlined priorities in agriculture, employment and skilling, manufacturing and services, human resource development, urban development, energy security and more. Sitharaman announced Prime Minister Narendra Modi's package of five schemes for employment, skilling and other opportunities for employment, skilling and other opportunities for 4.1 crore youth …

Budget 2024 Capital Gains taxation: Corporate tax for foreign companies slashed to 35%, charities, cruise operations taxation revised
5 months ago

Budget 2024 Capital Gains taxation: Corporate tax for foreign companies slashed to 35%, charities, cruise operations taxation revised

The Hindu  

Simplifying the tax regime for corporate industries, Union Finance Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday, proposed new tax structures for charities, foreign shipping companies, rationalisation of capital gains in her 2024 Budget speech. Ms. Sitharaman’s speech lasted just shy of ninety minutes “58% of corporate tax came from the simplified tax regime in 2022-23 and more than 2/3rd of taxpayers have used …

Afternoon briefing: New tax regime slabs revised in Budget 2024; IIT Delhi's submission to SC in NEET row; and more
5 months ago

Afternoon briefing: New tax regime slabs revised in Budget 2024; IIT Delhi's submission to SC in NEET row; and more

Hindustan Times  

Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman said that new tax regime slabs will be changed and standard tax deduction increased from 50,000 to 75,000. Union Minister of Finance and Corporate Affairs Nirmala Sitharaman carrying the Budget tablet More news on Union Budget 2024-25 Budget: Sitharaman announces financial aid for student loans up to ₹ 10 lakh A panel of experts from Indian …

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 …

FM Says Salaried Employees Under New Tax Regime To Save Rs 17,500 Annually, Here's How
5 months ago

FM Says Salaried Employees Under New Tax Regime To Save Rs 17,500 Annually, Here's How

News 18  

Budget 2024: Salaried employees under new tax regime to save up to Rs 17,500 annually in taxes due to changes proposed in Budget FY25, announced Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday. The new tax slabs under the new income tax regime will be effective from April 1, 2024.. FM proposed the following changes in the new tax regime; – Standard …

Budget 2024 Boost To New Tax Regime: Standard Deduction Raised To Rs 75k From Rs 50k
5 months ago

Budget 2024 Boost To New Tax Regime: Standard Deduction Raised To Rs 75k From Rs 50k

News 18  

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday announced to increase standard deduction limit to Rs 75,000 under the new tax regime, compared with Rs 50,000 earlier. Presenting the Union Budget for 2024-25, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman also said the government will come out with SoP for TDS defaults and simplify and rationalise compounding of such offences. More than two-thirds of individuals …

LTCG and STCG in Budget 2024: FM Sitharaman announces raising of taxes; check new rates here
5 months ago

LTCG and STCG in Budget 2024: FM Sitharaman announces raising of taxes; check new rates here

Live Mint  

The Finance Minister increased the tax rate on long-term capital gains to 12.5% from 10% and set the exemption limit at ₹ 1.25 lakh per year. In a blow to investors, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, in her presentation of the Union Budget for FY 2024-25 announced several key tax changes impacting capital gains and trading activities: {{^adFree}} {{/adFree}} Long-Term Capital …

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 …

New tax regime slabs revised, standard deduction hiked to Rs 75,000. Details here
5 months ago

New tax regime slabs revised, standard deduction hiked to Rs 75,000. Details here

India Today  

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman revamped income tax slabs under the new regime in Union Budget 2024 in a bid to make it more attractive. The Finance Minister said that the tweaked tax slabs would save salaried individuals Rs 17,500 annually under the new regime. The updated tax slabs are as follows: income up to Rs 3 lakh will be taxed …

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 …

Budget 2024 HIGHLIGHTS: Andhra Pradesh, Bihar major gainers; special focus on jobs, new tax regime
5 months ago

Budget 2024 HIGHLIGHTS: Andhra Pradesh, Bihar major gainers; special focus on jobs, new tax regime

India TV News  

Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath's reaction on Union Budget: "Under the guidance of PM Modi, in the new parliament of the country, the Finance Minister has laid down the general budget of the country which is - inclusive, development-oriented and one which will fulfil the aspirations of 140 cr people. The new tax slabs announced in the budget are welcoming." …

Big change in capital gains tax, LTCG increased to 12.5%. Check details
5 months ago

Big change in capital gains tax, LTCG increased to 12.5%. Check details

India Today  

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced key changes to capital gains taxation in her seventh Budget. The Long Term Capital Gains tax will rise from 10% to 12.5%, and the Short Term Capital Gains tax on certain assets will increase from 15% to 20%. "Short term gains on certain financial assets shall henceforth attract a tax rate of 20%, while that …

Budget 2024: Will FM Nirmala Sitharaman fulfill your income tax wishes?
5 months ago

Budget 2024: Will FM Nirmala Sitharaman fulfill your income tax wishes?

India Today  

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is all set to present the full Budget 2024 on July 23. With various sectors anticipating significant announcements, salaried taxpayers are particularly hopeful for major income tax relief, including changes in the new income tax regime and standard deductions. Despite positive expectations for the budget, significant tax relief for the middle class may not materialise. Sandeep …

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: What income tax benefits can taxpayers expect on July 23?
5 months ago

Budget 2024: What income tax benefits can taxpayers expect on July 23?

India Today  

Taxpayers are eagerly waiting for July 23 when Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the full budget for the ongoing financial year. Income tax exemption limit There is speculation that the government may raise the income tax exemption limit from Rs 3 lakh to Rs 5 lakh. If implemented, individuals earning up to Rs 8.5 lakh annually could potentially pay …

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: Exemption limit under new tax regime may be hiked to Rs 5 lakh, says report
6 months ago

Budget 2024: Exemption limit under new tax regime may be hiked to Rs 5 lakh, says report

India Today  

The government plans to raise the income exempt from tax under the new regime from the current Rs 3 lakh to Rs 5 lakh in the forthcoming full budget, reported moneycontrol.com. Officials also said that the government is unlikely to accept a proposal from industry representatives to lower the top individual income tax rate from 30% to 25% in the …

Budget 2024: Which income categories can expect tax relief?
6 months, 1 week 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 …

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 …

Small tax demands up to ₹1 lakh waived, bringing relief for income tax payers
10 months ago

Small tax demands up to ₹1 lakh waived, bringing relief for income tax payers

Live Mint  

The government has recently announced a scheme to waive off small outstanding income tax demands, setting a ceiling of ₹1 lakh per taxpayer. The scheme aims to provide relief to taxpayers burdened with old outstanding tax demands. Criteria for waiver Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman had announced during the interim budget that small outstanding direct tax demands of ₹25,000 or less …

No discrimination in tax sharing with States: FM Nirmala Sitharaman
10 months, 2 weeks ago

No discrimination in tax sharing with States: FM Nirmala Sitharaman

The Hindu  

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Wednesday sought to dismiss allegations that the Centre was not giving money to the States and termed the Karnataka government’s charges about inadequate tax devolutions and discrimination in sharing Central taxes “patently wrong and mischievous”. Noting that even Tamil Nadu had voiced concerns, the Minister assured the House that the government had followed the …

Top news of the day: February 01, 2024
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Top news of the day: February 01, 2024

The Hindu  

No change to direct and indirect tax rates: Finance Minister in Budget Speech Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharamaman in her interim budget speech proposed to retain the same tax rates for both direct and indirect taxes, including import duties. Interim Budget 2024 | ASHA, anganwadi workers and helpers gets health cover under the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana Health …

From income tax to housing: 5 proposals that Sitharaman made for middle class
10 months, 3 weeks ago

From income tax to housing: 5 proposals that Sitharaman made for middle class

Live Mint  

Budget 2024: As anticipated, the Interim Budget 2024 made no big-bang announcements, but it continued its focus on infrastructure upgrades and building connectivity across the country. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday presented her sixth consecutive budget with a speech lasting 56 minutes, her shortest ever. 1) Income tax Presenting a vote on account of an interim Budget for 2024-25, …

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: No change in tax regime this year; check old, new tax slabs
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Budget 2024: No change in tax regime this year; check old, new tax slabs

India TV News  

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, during the presentation of the interim Budget on Thursday, announced that there would be no changes to taxation, and she proposed to retain the same direct and indirect tax rates, including import duties. Income between Rs 3-6 lakh taxed at 5 per cent. Income between Rs 6-9 lakh taxed at 10 per cent. Income between …

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 …

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