‘This is India’s growth story’: Investor flags over 50% tax burden on SUV buyers

‘This is India’s growth story’: Investor flags over 50% tax burden on SUV buyers

An investor’s blunt post on India’s tax burden has reignited criticism of the country’s indirect tax structure, drawing attention to the compounding effects of GST and levies on high-end purchases. “If buy any SUV in India, you have to pay over 50% in taxes to the government of India,” wrote investor A K Mandhan on … Read more

Tax relief: You’ll get rebate even if capital gains push your total income more than Rs 12.75 lakh, points out Finance Bill, 2025

Tax relief: You’ll get rebate even if capital gains push your total income more than Rs 12.75 lakh, points out Finance Bill, 2025

In Budget 2025, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman unveiled significant income tax savings, giving taxpayers more funds and introducing modifications to the way they compute their obligations. A noteworthy point is that individuals with earnings up to Rs 12 lakh are exempt from paying income tax in the updated taxation system. During her speech, the Finance … Read more

New Income Tax Bill 2025: Less complex, increased compliance to unified tax rates – how taxpayers will be impacted

New Income Tax Bill 2025: Less complex, increased compliance to unified tax rates – how taxpayers will be impacted

New Income Tax bill 2025: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday announced that the New Income Tax bill will be presented in the Parliament next week, after which it will be reviewed by a parliamentary committee.  She added that the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and the government will collaborate closely on various economic matters, … Read more

‘Poor taxation kills you…’: Finfluencer weighs in on high capital gain taxation on these plans and future of it

‘Poor taxation kills you…’: Finfluencer weighs in on high capital gain taxation on these plans and future of it

Retirement is a crucial period in one’s life, and it is important for individuals, whether they are self-employed or salaried employees, to prioritise financial security in their golden years. Many financial experts emphasize the importance of tax saving in financial planning for individuals of all income levels, including senior citizens. It is essential to consider … Read more