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Budget 2026 explainer: How the new Form 15H rule simplifies tax filing for senior citizens - BusinessToday
1+ hour, 52+ min ago (569+ words) The move is aimed at simplifying compliance for elderly investors who often hold interest-bearing securities across multiple companies. By centralising the acceptance and transmission of Form 15H, the government hopes to reduce paperwork, minimise errors and lower the risk of unintended…...
'Deep disregard for state's interests': Karnataka CM under fire for skipping German Chancellor's visit - BusinessToday
2+ week, 5+ day ago (299+ words) In a strongly worded post on X, Ashoka said that any other responsible Chief Minister would have personally ensured that "such a visit was accorded the seriousness it deserved - as an opportunity for investment, industry, employment and long-term growth for…...
Rs 9,000 savings on insurance may go: Seniors, middle class likely to benefit as GST Council mulls tax cut - BusinessToday
6+ mon, 1+ week ago (266+ words) Senior citizens paying Rs 50,000 annually for health insurance currently shell out an additional Rs 9,000 solely in Goods and Services Tax (GST), thanks to the steep 18% rate on insurance premiums. That burden may finally ease. The upcoming GST Council meeting is…...
Retirement win: Banks offer senior citizens above 8% fixed deposit rates despite rate cuts - BusinessToday
8+ mon, 2+ week ago (316+ words) Senior citizens in India continue to benefit from high fixed deposit rates, with many banks offering rates around 8.25% despite recent reductions by the Reserve Bank of India. New TDS regulations also provide tax relief. Retirement win: Banks offer senior citizens…...
HDFC Bank reduces FD interest rates by 50 bps across following RBI repo rate cut - HDFC Bank reduces FD interest rates by 50 bps across following RBI repo rate cut BusinessToday
9+ mon, 1+ week ago (440+ words) The adjustments reflect HDFC Bank's strategic response to broader economic conditions and market dynamics. For fixed deposits held for 21 months to two years, the rate has now decreased to 6.70% from ... HDFC Bank has announced a reduction in its fixed deposit…...
Income-Tax Bill 2025: How provisions, sections for senior citizens have been covered under the new bill
11+ mon, 2+ week ago (403+ words) The primary goal of the newly introduced Income-tax Bill, 2025 in Lok Sabha on Thursday is to simplify India's long-standing structure of direct taxation. This will be achieved by consolidating provisions and establishing a clearer and more straightforward legal framework. Provisions…...
'I'll leave it to PM Modi': Donald Trump shifts Bangladesh issue to India, dismisses ‘deep state’ role
11+ mon, 2+ week ago (263+ words) Tensions between India and Bangladesh have grown following the rise of the Muhammad Yunus-led government, which took power after months of violent protests. The unrest in Bangladesh, including attacks on minority Hindus, was reportedly a key topic during Trump's recent…...