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CBDT chief says 88% of individual taxpayers have opted for new tax regime

A significant 88% of individual taxpayers have opted for the new tax regime, with the government not planning a sunset clause for the old regime. The new regime offers lower tax rates and exemptions for those earning up to Rs…

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No tax risk for foreign companies setting up data centres in India under new Budget proposal: Finance Ministry sources

Foreign companies offering cloud services globally will benefit from a 20-year tax holiday. This incentive is available to those using MeitY-notified data centers in India. Overseas firms face no risk of their global income being taxed in India. The move…

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Foreign cloud companies will get 20-year tax rebate, but conditions apply

Foreign cloud providers in India will receive a 20-year tax exemption on global income if they use notified Indian data centres and sell via local resellers. Domestic profits remain taxable, with a 15% safe-harbour for related entities. The move aims…

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Cigarette tax hike may boost illicit trade, hurt employment and tax revenue: Report

With the new excise tax on cigarettes set to drive up prices, authorities may unwittingly trigger a rise in clandestine cigarette trade. This could pose challenges for tax collection efforts, while farmers dedicated to FCV crops might experience a slump…

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Govt to expand trust-based tax regime, create large pool of 'trusted entities': Revenue Secretary

The government plans to expand the concept of trusted entities beyond the existing Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) framework, said Arvind Shrivastava, Revenue Secretary, Ministry of Finance. He said trusted manufacturers, importers or exporters who regularly deal in known goods from…

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India could capture $30 trillion of new value in three decades in an AI-driven world: Mukesh Ambani

That scale of opportunity, Ambani said, leaves room for far more large enterprises to emerge over the coming decades, with startups and young entrepreneurs playing a central role despite persistent and evolving challenges.

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8th Pay Commission fitment factor: Is the government considering employees' key demand? Here's what it said
The Centre has clarified that the 8th Pay Commission is not required to keep the government informed about its deliberations, including proposals on the fitment factor. It also declined to comment on employee demands, saying the Commission will determine its own procedure.
Over 5 crore ITRs filed for AY 2026-27: Income Tax Department urges taxpayers to file before July 31 deadline
With the July 31 ITR filing deadline approaching, the Income Tax Department says over 5 crore returns have already been filed for AY 2026-27. Here's who should file ITR-1, who needs ITR-2, and why you shouldn't wait until the last minute.
8th Pay Commission: How rise in annual increments from 3% to 5% could boost Level 1 employee pay over 5 years
The 8th Pay Commission may consider higher annual increments for central government employees as proposed by several prominent unions. A 5% increment scenario shows Level 1 basic pay rising from ₹18,000 per month to around ₹24,200 per month in five years.
ITR filing deadline: Can freelancers declare earnings as business income? Tax experts explain
Freelance income cannot always be reported as business income in ITR filings. Here is when earnings qualify as business income, salary, or other sources; common filing mistakes; presumptive taxation rules; and expert tips to avoid tax notices and ensure compliance before the 31 July deadline. 
ITR filing 2026: Why 31 July is not the deadline for all salaried taxpayers and who gets more time
The 31 July ITR filing deadline may not apply to all salaried taxpayers. The applicable due date depends on the taxpayer’s overall income profile, ITR form, and audit requirements. Those with business or professional income may get additional time. 
Large & mid-cap funds strike a balance: Higher returns than large-caps, lower volatility than mid-caps
Large & mid-cap funds have historically delivered a balance between returns and volatility. Over the past 5 years, the benchmark index gave 14% returns, compared with 10% for large-caps and 18% for mid-caps. 
PNB Housing Finance tops list of mutual funds' 10 favourite small-cap stocks; Crompton Greaves, Delhivery make the cut
Despite varying investment strategies, some small-cap stocks are common across mutual fund portfolios. The latest analysis reveals the 10 most widely held small-cap stocks, with PNB Housing Finance featuring in 146 schemes, followed by Crompton Greaves and RBL Bank.
Filed ITR in May or June? Here's why you should revisit it and check these 7 key things before 31 July deadline
Taxpayers who filed their ITR in May or June should revisit their return before the 31 July deadline. Checking e-verification status, AIS, TIS, Form 26AS, TDS credits, bank details and reported income can help avoid errors and refund delays. 
ITR filed and verified? Here's how the Income Tax Department spots mismatches—and when it sends a notice
The CPC first verifies that you've used the correct ITR form, filled in all mandatory schedules, and that there are no calculation errors. If it finds major issues, you may receive a defective return notice.
Hidden risks of UPI Autopay: Nykaa AVP’s LinkedIn post sparks debate about free trials
Lokesh Ahuja from Nykaa shared a cautionary tale about hidden AutoPay mandates after teaching his mother how to make UPI payments. He emphasises the importance of digital literacy.