Expert-led insights and detailed guides on income tax basics.
Selling gold this Dhanteras? India's 2026 tax rules on jewellery, gold ETFs, digital gold and SGBs — holding periods, rates, GST, TCS and worked examples.
Banks now cut TDS on FD interest above ₹50,000 (₹1 lakh for seniors). TDS vs tax, Form 121 replacing 15G/15H, the accrual trap, NRI rules — the 2026 guide.
Sell stocks within 12 months and pay 20% tax; hold longer and pay 12.5% above ₹1.25 lakh. Capital gains tax on shares, mutual funds, property and gold — explained simply.
CBDT extended the tax audit report date to Oct 21 and ITR to Nov 21 for AY 2026-27. Who benefits, who doesn't, and how to use the extra 21 days.
Tax audit report for AY 2026-27 is due 30 September 2026. Extension demands are growing — here's where it stands, the penalty risk, and the 72-hour action plan.
