New versus old income tax regime post Budget 2025: The new tax regime starting FY 2025-26 offers tax exemption for earnings up to Rs 12.75 lakh annually. Despite the new regimen's appeal, the old tax regime with strategically structured salary perks like travel reimbursements, meal coupons, and gym memberships still provides substantial tax savings.
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