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Annual ITR Checklist for Salaried Taxpayers: Preparing for Filing in July 2027
Salaried taxpayers can avoid last-minute ITR mistakes for Tax Year 2026-27 by following a month-wise checklist, understanding the new Income Tax Act 2025, and maintaining the right documents throughout the year.
9 Sept 2026 · 3 min read
Section 87A Rebate Allowed on STCG Taxed Under Section 111A for AY 2025-26: ITAT Ahmedabad Ruling
The ITAT Ahmedabad confirms that for AY 2025–26, individual taxpayers with total income below ₹7 lakh can claim the Section 87A rebate even if income includes STCG taxed under Section 111A.
8 Sept 2026 · 3 min read
How ESOPs Are Taxed in India (2025–2026): Rules for Employees and Start-Ups Explained
Understand ESOP taxation for employees and start-up workers in India: when tax applies, how capital gains are calculated, special deferment options for eligible start-ups, and what records you need to keep for FY 2025–26 onwards.
8 Sept 2026 · 4 min read
Checking Your Income Tax Refund Status: How to Track Delays and Ensure Timely Credit
Filed your ITR but refund still not received? Learn how to check your status online, top causes for delay, and steps to resolve common problems for AY 2026-27.
7 Sept 2026 · 3 min read
Annual Information Statement (AIS): What Data It Shows and How Taxpayers Can Review and Correct Errors
AIS gives taxpayers a consolidated view of financial and tax data linked to their PAN. Learn how to access, understand, and correct AIS entries online before filing your income tax return.
6 Sept 2026 · 3 min read
TDS Responsibility on Property Installments: What Homebuyers Must Know About Builder Delays and Interest Liability
Homebuyers paying for a property in installments are solely responsible for timely TDS deduction and deposit. Builder delays or lack of notice do not protect you from interest liability under the law.
6 Sept 2026 · 3 min read
Shares Issued as Business Acquisition Consideration: Section 56(2)(viib) Not Triggered, Rules ITAT Delhi
ITAT Delhi clarifies: Section 56(2)(viib) does not apply when shares are issued as non-cash consideration for a business acquisition. Key disallowance/deletion rulings explained for companies and advisors.
6 Sept 2026 · 4 min read
Why FD Interest Can Trigger Advance Tax Penalties for Salaried Taxpayers
Salaried taxpayers with significant fixed deposit interest may face advance tax penalties if TDS isn't enough. Here's how the ₹15-lakh FD example shows the risk, deadlines, and the real cost of missing the September 15 installment.
6 Sept 2026 · 4 min read
Bonus Calculation Under the 8th Pay Commission: What Central Government Employees Need to Know
Unions are urging the government to increase the bonus calculation ceiling from ₹7,000 to ₹21,000 for central staff, with final decisions pending ahead of Dussehra 2026.
6 Sept 2026 · 3 min read
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