Tax Benefits
Budget 2026: FHRAI seeks tax perks to drive hotel expansion beyond metros
Pre-Budget representations made to finance ministry, tourism ministry
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Ink used in printing lottery tickets liable to tax, says Supreme Court
The Supreme Court held that ink and chemicals used to print lottery tickets qualify as goods under a works contract, upholding the Allahabad High Court order
 "Ink used in printing lottery tickets liable to tax, says Supreme Court")
In a clear change of strategy, govt turns to tax benefits to boost demand
The 'Festival of Savings' appears to be the new policy instrument to revive and sustain growth
 "In a clear change of strategy, govt turns to tax benefits to boost demand")
75% consumers doubt firms will pass on GST rate cut benefits: Survey
LocalCircles' survey found that 42% of consumers were only "partially confident" and 33 per cent were "not confident" about companies lowering MRP in line with the revised GST rate
 "75% consumers doubt firms will pass on GST rate cut benefits: Survey")
Gift, sale, planning: How one couple paid no tax on ₹3.85 cr capital gains
Gift deeds, registered sale deeds, and transparent banking channels can make even intra-family transfers fully compliant with the law
 "Gift, sale, planning: How one couple paid no tax on ₹3.85 cr capital gains")
Participating life insurance plans: Suitable for steady, long-term goals
Be mindful of limited returns, low liquidity, and higher premiums than non-par plans
 "Participating life insurance plans: Suitable for steady, long-term goals")
India's GCCs too big to bill lightly: Backend hubs face tax claims
The big question: Are these companies paying their fair share of taxes in India? That question has triggered a series of tax disputes between foreign firms and Indian authorities
 "India's GCCs too big to bill lightly: Backend hubs face tax claims")
Will UK bring back tax-free shopping? What retailers demand from govt
Making purchases exempt from VAT could result in £3.65 billion ($4.9 billion) of additional spending by visitors from the European Union
 "Will UK bring back tax-free shopping? What retailers demand from govt")
CBDT unlikely to offer tax relief for foreign data centres soon: Report
Currently, foreign companies operating or leasing data centres in India may be taxed at a higher corporate rate of 35 per cent, compared to 22 per cent for domestic firms, according to Moneycontrol
 "CBDT unlikely to offer tax relief for foreign data centres soon: Report")
Filing ITR 2025? Key tax breaks senior citizens must not overlook
Those who sold land or building must observe the recent changes to indexation benefits for calculating capital gains tax
 "Filing ITR 2025? Key tax breaks senior citizens must not overlook")
India must clarify tax rules for aviation liftoff, says IATA DG Walsh
IATA Director General Willie Walsh calls on India to provide clarity on tax laws affecting foreign carriers and highlights concerns over airport charges to unlock aviation sector potential
 "India must clarify tax rules for aviation liftoff, says IATA DG Walsh")
India to restore tax refund benefits for exporters from June to boost trade
The benefits under the Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products were introduced on January 1, 2021, but ended on February 5 this year
 "India to restore tax refund benefits for exporters from June to boost trade")
Weekend retreats or tax retreats? India's elite use farmland to save crores
High-net-worth individuals (HNIs) in India are increasingly investing in agricultural land and farmhouses to claim tax-exempt income under Section 10(1) of the Income Tax Act.
 "Weekend retreats or tax retreats? India's elite use farmland to save crores")
68% of IT workers missed out Rs 49,000 in tax savings-How to avoid mistakes
Nearly 2 out of every 3 professionals could've saved taxes through legal strategies. 1 Finance research shows that tax-saving potential wasn't uniform; it varied widely by income.
 "68% of IT workers missed out Rs 49,000 in tax savings-How to avoid mistakes")
Insurance industry feels the blues as growth slows amid structural issues
Growth has slowed significantly in FY25 as both life and non-life segment report single digit growth, partly because of changes in reporting norms, as well as lower credit by NBFCs and MFIs
 "Insurance industry feels the blues as growth slows amid structural issues")
Will money in hand from tax breaks in FY26 make its way to realty buys?
Realty majors hopeful of mid-level housing revival; But experts say education, savings may take priority
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India to scrap 6% equalisation levy on digital ads, leading to revenue loss
This decision, announced in the Finance Bill 2025-26, will benefit global tech companies like Google, Meta, and Amazon by reducing their tax burden and operational costs in India
 "India to scrap 6% equalisation levy on digital ads, leading to revenue loss")
House tax waiver scheme for Delhi residents: What this means for homeowners
MCD's new house-tax waiver scheme offers full exemption for properties up to 100 square yards and partial relief for larger homes
 "House tax waiver scheme for Delhi residents: What this means for homeowners")
Hurry! Grab your last chance today to invest in tax-saving instruments
If you have chosen the old tax regime, ensure that your tax-saving investments under Sections 80C, 80D, 80G, and others are made before March 31 to maximise tax benefits
 "Hurry! Grab your last chance today to invest in tax-saving instruments")
Time for a relook at tax on buybacks to boost shareholder returns
The legal and regulatory framework governing buybacks is primarily under the Companies Act, 2013, and the Sebi Buyback of Securities Regulations, introduced in 1998 and updated in 2018 and 2023
 "Time for a relook at tax on buybacks to boost shareholder returns")
