Page 5 of Budget 2025 Expectations

Higher deductions, slab changes, exemption limit hike top taxpayers' wishlist!

Old Tax Regime to see some changes finally? THESE demands top taxpayers’ wishlist!

Among these zero-tax return filers, a majority may have switched to the New Tax Regime. This indicates that the majority…

Updated: January 15, 2025 13:24 IST

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The shipping industry’s new frontier: What D2C brands want from the 2025 Budget

With the 2025 budget all set to be unveiled on 1st February, the D2C sector is eying significant developments. The…

January 14, 2025 14:27 IST

Budget 2025 Expectation: Will climate finance and public health be a priority? Ask experts

Budget 2025: The upcoming Indian health budget should prioritize investments that address the dual challenges of climate resilience and health…

January 14, 2025 12:05 IST

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Budget 2025 Expectation: Can FM Sitharaman boost capex, domestic demand?

Experts are hoping for the government to increase their capital expenditure growth while also ensuring domestic demand pick up and…

January 14, 2025 12:01 IST

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Talking shop: Hope Budget 2025 focusses on consumers, says Kris Gopalakrishnan

Leaving consumers with more money in their hands, fostering a greater ease of doing business, stimulating entrepreneurship and all of…

January 14, 2025 10:08 IST

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Budget 2025 Expectations: FM to present Budget on Feb 1- Taxpayers, experts call for higher deductions, lower tax outgo

Union Budget 2025 Expectations: In terms of key demand, experts said that tax payers are eagerly waiting for any potential…

Updated: January 16, 2025 10:58 IST

Proposal for joint income tax returns for married couples – Here's what it means

Joint Taxation: Can a husband and wife club income tax liability, file a single ITR in India?

Budget 2025: ICAI has floated a proposal before the government for allowing joint tax filing by married couples in India.…

January 13, 2025 11:48 IST

Budget 2025 Expectations Live, Union Budget 2025 Expectations: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will table the Union Budget 2025 in Lok Sabha on February 1.

Key expectations from Union Budget 2025

Indian and foreign MNCs keenly anticipate policy reforms and incentives that the government may introduce to stimulate economic growth, enhance…

January 13, 2025 11:23 IST

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Budget 2025 Expectations: Experts urge FM Sitharaman to fine-tune policies around capital gains tax rationalisation

With the Budget 2025 presentation date approaching, experts said that capital gains tax rationalisation is one of the key areas…

January 13, 2025 09:43 IST

Senior citizen tax relief: Exemption limit may rise to Rs 5 lakh, ZERO tax on income up to Rs 10 lakh under Old Tax Regime!

Budget 2025: The government may raise the basic income tax exemption limit for senior citizens to Rs 5 lakh, potentially…

January 12, 2025 12:42 IST

Budget 2025: FM to raise minimum EPS pension from EPF members to Rs 7,500? Don't miss this key development

Budget 2025: Minimum EPS pension to be raised to Rs 7,500? Everything you need to know about FM-pensioners’ meeting!

EPFO News: Private sector EPFO members met Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on January 10 to demand a rise in their…

Updated: January 11, 2025 22:35 IST

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Union Budget 2025: An opportunity for India to enhance economic resilience amid global strife

With forecasts indicating moderate GDP growth amid global uncertainties, a strategic focus on domestic manufacturing can catalyze economic resilience.

January 11, 2025 15:07 IST

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Budget 2025: Will Budget introduce measures to streamline tax structures to smoothen merger and acquisition deals

Deloitte expects the government to streamline tax structures and improve the overall ease of doing business in terms of mergers…

January 10, 2025 14:11 IST

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Ninjacart revenue down, losses flat in FY25

The company has attributed the decline in revenue to exiting select low-margin business segments, during the fiscal, to focus on…

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Business News

December 26, 2025 17:53 IST

Coforge will acquire US-based tech company Encora at an enterprise value of $2.35 billion

Mega M&A alert: Coforge to acquire US-based Encora in $2.35 billion all-stock deal

Coforge will acquire US-based Encora at a $2.35 billion enterprise value in an all-stock deal, with Warburg Pincus and Advent…

By fazal rahim

Business

Updated: December 26, 2025 18:39 IST

Globally, ongoing conflicts have underscored the strategic value of drones

Drone startups set sights on sustained growth in 2026

Beyond defence, startups operating in surveillance, logistics and critical infrastructure are expected to see wider deployments next year.

By S Shanthi

Business News

December 26, 2025 17:42 IST

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Top picks for 2026: ICICI Securities’ 7 key bets with up to 32% upside potential

ICICI Securities has picked seven high-conviction stocks for 2026, forecasting up to 32% upside driven by earnings growth, lower rates,…

By Shivangini Gupta

Market

December 26, 2025 17:36 IST

Lenders are focusing on fresh originations to sustain overall growth

Lenders cut home loans to woo customers

With outstanding home loan portfolios slowing to 11% in the September quarter from 13% in FY25, the aggressive pricing seen…

By Kshipra Petkar

Banking & Finance

December 26, 2025 17:31 IST

India accounts for agarbatti exports worth Rs 1,200 crore annually to 150+ countries, which include Malaysia, the US, Brazil, Nigeria and Mexico.

No more toxic smoke? India tightens agarbatti rules to boost Rs 8,000 cr industry, bars insecticides

Under the new norm, BIS has prohibited the use of several insecticidal chemicals and synthetic fragrance intermediates in agarbatti manufacturing,…

By FE Business

Business News

December 26, 2025 17:30 IST

MSME credit exposure registered a 16.2 per cent YoY growth in 2025

MSME credit exposure hits Rs 46 lakh crore in 2025, loan accounts grow 12%: Report

India’s small business credit exposure rose 16.2% to Rs 46 lakh crore in 2025, supported by MSME policies, rising formalisation…

By fazal rahim

Business

December 26, 2025 17:27 IST

Warren Buffett’s surprisingly simple rules for beating stress anyone can follow

As he prepares to step back, Warren Buffett’s enduring habits reveal a surprisingly simple way to manage stress.

By FE Lifestyle

Life

December 26, 2025 17:25 IST

Titan, is set to enter the niche yet fast-growing lab-grown diamond (LGD) jewellery segment

Titan enters lab-grown diamond market with beYon brand

The launch of beYon reflects Titan’s strategy to diversify into a fast-growing segment driven by younger consumers—Gen Z and millennials

By Narayanan V

Business News

December 26, 2025 17:20 IST

The filing added that no penalties, sanctions or non-compliances were cited by the tax authority in the assessment order.

Colgate-Palmolive India geta Rs 268-crore retrospective tax demand for FY22, plans appeal

Colgate-Palmolive India said the assessment order will not have any impact on its financials, operations or other activities. “There is…

By FE Business

Business News

December 26, 2025 17:17 IST

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Tax Talk: Don’t make a habit of letting friends use your credit card

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A chartered accountant’s post on a credit card related income tax notice has caused a stir online. The case involves a taxpayer who spent over Rs 50 lakh on credit cards without filing tax returns, resulting in a demand notice from the income tax system. This issue is becoming more prevalent, especially when cashback or rewards exceed Rs 50,000 in a year.

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