RBI scheme to increase retail participation in government securities: What is it and will it succeed?
As per the RBI decision, individuals will be allowed to open a gilt account through the RBI’s electronic platform.
Government attempts half-heartedly to bring in taxation parity between mutual fund and ULIP
The budget has proposed to amend the Section 10(10D) to restrict the exemption in respect of ULIPs for those ULIP policies where the annual premium payable in respect of such policy does not exceed Rs 2.50 lakh during the pre
Interest earned on PF contributions above Rs 2.5 lakh is taxable now – How you will get impacted
Since we do not have a social security system in our country, why should the government discourage anyone from contributing a higher amount towards his retirement fund?
How Budget 2021 proposals will impact homebuyers
The budget has made two proposals which intend to extend the tax benefits available to home buyers.
National Pension System: Government needs to make NPS fair for all categories of subscribers
Presently only the Central Government employees are allowed to claim deduction under Section 80C for contribution made towards the Tier II account of NPS with a lock in of three years.
Business Cycle Fund Investing: Here’s all you wanted to know
Those who wish to take the benefit of first mover advantage and do not wish to take the risks involved of investing in sectorial funds can invest in the business cycle funds.
5 most important financial resolutions for 2021
This is the time of the year when a majority of us make some resolutions as regards our physical fitness but only a few make resolutions for remaining financially fit.
Income Tax Return filing for AY 2020-21: Who can use ITR-1 Sahaj and who cannot?
Form ITR 1, popularly known as Sahaj, is used by a majority of tax payers for filing their income tax return. Here is a look at who can file this form and who can't.
Income tax benefits on EPF contributions and withdrawals: All you need to know
EPF is an excellent tool for salaried to accumulate funds for their retirement. Let us discuss the income tax implications of EPF contributions and withdrawals.
Should you invest in tax-free bonds? Find out
In case of tax-free bonds, the interest is tax-free and therefore such bonds are priced higher than the taxable bonds.
Claiming LTA benefits through GST paid goods and services – Here’s all you should know
Under the scheme announced, the Central government employees are allowed to get cash in lieu of their entitlement for leave and LTA both whereas other employees can claim LTA only, on satisfaction of certain conditions.
Can you get a home loan with no credit history? Find out
A CIBIL score is a numerical value ranging between 300 and 900 which is arrived on the basis of your transactions with financial institutions.
Does the SBI home loan restructuring scheme work for you?
SBI has announced that its home loan borrowers can opt for the moratorium for payment of their EMIs for a period up to two years.
ESG Investing: How to invest in ESG companies – Here’s all you wanted to know
Even though the idea of investing on the ESG parameter is at a nascent stage in India, it is very likely to catch up soon due to increasing awareness about such important aspects.
Are you paying higher interest on your home loan?
In case your lender is charging you a higher interest rate on your home loan than what others are offering in the market, it always makes sense for you to either shift to another lender or to evaluate the possibility of getti
RBI’s individual loan restructuring scheme: All you wanted to know about it
To help the borrowers impacted by Covid-19, the RBI has announced guidelines for devising the policy for granting relief to such borrowers.
How to open an NPS account online and offline – All you wanted to know
You can open an NPS account online by visiting the website of either NSDL or Karvy. There are the two routes through which you can register yourself for an NPS account.
National Pension System: How withdrawals from Tier II NPS account should be taxed
Though tax benefits for contribution to the Tier I NPS account are available to all subscribers, tax benefits in respect of the Tier II account are available only to the Central government employees with three years lock-in p
Faceless Assessment & Taxpayers’ Charter: All you need to know about them and their impact on the system
In the series of tax reforms, the Prime Minister recently announced some reformative measures during the launch of 'Transparent Taxation - Honouring the Honest' platform. Let us discuss some of them.
Restrictions on cash transactions under Income Tax laws: Here’s all you wanted to know
The income tax laws in India have various restrictions on payment in cash and receipt of money in cash in respect of various transactions. Here we are taking a look at some of them.
How to save tax on sale of residential property – All you need to know
Many people are not aware that they have to pay tax in respect of profits made on sale of a residential house. In certain circumstances, you can save these taxes.
Should you buy the new Corona-specific insurance policies?
IRDAI has introduced two Corona-specific insurance policies to cover the high cost of its treatment. However, should you opt for them?
Why Senior Citizen Savings Scheme makes sense even now? Check features, interest rate, withdrawal details
Since the deposits under SCSS earn you higher returns than those generally available under other comparable safe investment avenues, it should be the first choice of senior citizens who want risk-free returns on their investm
National Pension System: Basics of NPS, eligibility, benefits, nomination, contribution limit – All you wanted to know
Since the Government of India does not run any social security scheme to take care of its citizens after retirement, NPS was introduced by it under which you can contribute money in order to accumulate funds for your retireme
RBI Floating Rate Savings Bonds: Tenure, taxability, interest rate – All you wanted to know
After discontinuing its 7.75% fixed interest rate bonds on the 28th May 2020, the RBI has come out with its new “floating rate savings bonds” on 26th June 2020, which will be available from 1st July 2020.
Income Tax Return filing for FY2019-20: Here is all you need to do before filing your ITR
Before you actually sit down to file your income tax return (ITR) for FY2019-20 or AY 2020-21, there are certain tasks which you need to complete beforehand.
ITR filing for AY 2020-21: What is new in the New 26AS Form? Here is all you wanted to know
A new Form 26AS has been introduced by the Income Tax Department, which will have far more details than the earlier form. Let us discuss what new information will be made available to you under the new 26AS Form and why it is
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