New Income Tax Bill mandates sharing ’access codes’ with tax officials during search and seizure, says Report | Mint

New Income Tax Bill mandates sharing ’access codes’ with tax officials during search and seizure, says Report | Mint

Source: Live Mint New Income Tax Bill: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman tabled the long-awaited bill for the new tax code in the Lok Sabha on Thursday, February 13. While the new bill is a significantly shorter version of the Income Tax Act of 1961, it mandates that assessees would have to share their computer “…

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New Income Tax Bill 2025: FAQs issued on provisions for salaried taxpayers, virtual digital assets & more — details | Mint

New Income Tax Bill 2025: FAQs issued on provisions for salaried taxpayers, virtual digital assets & more — details | Mint

Source: Live Mint Union Minister Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the new Income Tax Bill 2025 in the Lok Sabha on Thursday, February 2025. The proposed bill aims to eliminate intricate language in the existing Act, remove redundant and repetitive provisions, and logically reorganise sections, according to the Finance Ministry. FM Nirmala Sitharaman urged Lok…

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All income groups got a little something from the Budget

All income groups got a little something from the Budget

Source: Live Mint The highlight was that the aspirations and expectations of the middle-class, finally got an earnest ear.  In her Budget speech, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman repeatedly underscored the role of the middle class in nation-building, mentioning the term “middle-class” at least ten times, highlighting their energy and contribution to the economy. The proposed…

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Budget 2025: Here’s what centre announced on crypto regulations and tax | Stock Market News

Budget 2025: Here’s what centre announced on crypto regulations and tax | Stock Market News

Source: Live Mint The Union Budget 2025-26 did not introduce any significant relief for cryptocurrency investors, maintaining the 30 per cent tax on crypto gains and the 1 per cent TDS on transactions. However, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman proposed an amendment to the Income Tax Act, mandating that a designated reporting entity disclose transaction details…

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Budget 2025: Nirmala Sitharaman announces rejig of income tax rates — Here’s how slabs have changed under new tax regime | Mint

Budget 2025: Nirmala Sitharaman announces rejig of income tax rates — Here’s how slabs have changed under new tax regime | Mint

Source: Live Mint Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced a major overhaul of the income tax system while outlining the Budget on Saturday. Individuals earning up to ₹12 lakh annually will no longer have to pay any tax under the new income tax regime — with benefit of ₹80,000. Sitharaman also proposed a change to the…

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Budget 2025: Can fiscal moves spark stock market optimism? Hemant Majethia of Ventura Securities weighs in | Stock Market News

Budget 2025: Can fiscal moves spark stock market optimism? Hemant Majethia of Ventura Securities weighs in | Stock Market News

Source: Live Mint PSU banks, oil refining, Infrastructure EPC and power are among the key sectors to watch out for amid the current geopolitical and macroeconomic environment, according to Hemant Majethia, CEO & Co-Founder of Ventura Securities. In an interview with Livemint, Majethia shares his insights on Budget 2025 expectations, market valuations, and investment opportunities…

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Budget 2025: From fiscal deficit to spending priorities, what to expect from Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman | Stock Market News

Budget 2025: From fiscal deficit to spending priorities, what to expect from Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman | Stock Market News

Source: Live Mint Budget 2025: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is scheduled to present the Union Budget for FY26 on February 1, 2025. Preparing the Union Budget is a delicate balancing act for the government, as it must navigate the challenging task of maintaining fiscal discipline while addressing the aspirations of millions of citizens and businesses…

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FM asks AIIB to assist low-income countries to avail financial resources

FM asks AIIB to assist low-income countries to avail financial resources

Source: Business Standard Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman | (Photo: PTI) 2 min read Last Updated : Sep 25 2024 | 5:01 PM IST Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Wednesday said AIIB should continue to focus on a client-centric approach and facilitate member countries, particularly low-income countries to avail financial resources through technical assistance….

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