Do you know this? It is mandatory for these people to file ITR even if their gross total income does not exceed the basic exemption limit
In terms of section 234F, certain individuals can file their ITR without paying a penalty if the gross total income does not exceed the basic exemption limit of Rs.2.50 lakhs even after the expiry of the deadline. The basic exemption limit of Rs.3 lakh for Senior Citizens of above 60 years and Rs.5 lakh for…
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The due date for filing income tax returns for AY 2021-22 and also for the report of audits extended
The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) on Tuesday extended the due date for filing income tax returns for the assessment year 2021-22 till March 15, 2022, and also extended the due date for other compliances of the report of audits for 2020-21 till 15 February 2022. The notification No 01/2022 dated 11.01.2022 said that…
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Do you know, these taxpayers don’t have to pay a late fee for missing ITR deadlines?
You can file your belated IT Returns anytime on or before 1 year from the end of the relevant Assessment Year (AY). However, if you file your ITR after the deadline, you have to pay a late filing fee of up to Rs.5000. There is a relief given to small taxpayers — the IT department…
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View AIS- ‘Annual Information Statement’ of the income tax dept. before finalizing your tax liability
Edited on 28.04.2022 The Income Tax Department has announced the introduction of a new statement called ‘Annual Information Statement (AIS)’ which would provide you with almost all the details about your financial transactions during the year. Compared to Form 26AS which has been primarily providing information related to taxable income and tax deducted at source…
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GIFT TAX Rules: Find out who needs to pay tax on gifts received
This article talks about how gifts are taxed in India and who need not pay tax on gifts received. Gifting has always been seen as a way for people to express love and affection. Yet, with the increased focus on taxation, the legislations have been penned so as to levy tax on gifts. The Act…
Global pact on minimum tax deal agreed as Nations back 15% rate
A global deal has been agreed by 136 countries, to set a minimum tax rate of 15 percent as governments look to end a race to the bottom on corporate taxation. This is one of the sweeping overhauls of international tax rules finalised on Friday (October 8, 2021) at an Inclusive Framework meeting under the…
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