Income Tax Changes FY 2025-26: Starting April 1, 2025, several new income tax regulations are coming into effect for FY 2025-26, bringing changes to tax slabs, exemptions, TDS/TCS rules, and NPS contributions. The modifications aim at simplifying tax processes, enhancing benefits for taxpayers, and offering more clarity on exemptions and deductions.
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Posters suggesting the new Congress headquarters be named 'Sardar Manmohan Singh Bhavan' were seen in Delhi, prompting BJP's Amit Malviya to criticize Rahul Gandhi. Anil Shastri dismissed this as a BJP conspiracy, confirming the name 'Indira Bhawan' was predetermined. Sonia Gandhi inaugurated the new office building at Kotla Marg, replacing the old Akbar Road premises.
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US intelligence chief Tulsi Gabbard is optimistic about strengthening economic and trade ties between India and the US. She highlights that President Donald Trump and PM Narendra Modi are in direct dialogue to find solutions that benefit both economies, focusing on positive opportunities beyond tariff issues.
Forensic analysis confirmed Shariful Fakir's fingerprints at Saif Ali Khan's Bandra residence, where he stabbed the actor during a break-in. Fakir discarded tools and a broken knife near Bandra Talao. He claimed the intention was burglary, not harm, and requested deportation to Bangladesh.
Tata Capital's board has approved plans for an IPO to list by September, comprising fresh shares and stake-sale, potentially valued at $1.7 billion. This move complies with RBI's mandate for 'upper-layer' NBFCs. Tata Sons, holding 93% of Tata Capital, plans to sell shares to support other ventures, while maintaining a significant stake post-listing. A rights offering worth Rs 1,504 crore has also been approved.
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