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What if I do not pay my income tax?

What if I do not pay my income tax If you do not pay your income tax, it will be considered as taxes evasion, which is a serious offense under the Income Tax Act in India. If the Income Tax Department finds out about the non-payment of tax, it can take various legal actions against… Read More »

Why TDS is deducted?

  Tax Deducted at Source   Tax Deducted at Source is deduct by the person making the payment to someone else (i.e. deductor) when the payment exceeds a certain threshold limit. The purpose of TDS is to collect tax at the source of income, rather than collecting it at the end of the year. TDS… Read More »

What does 80TTA exemption include?

80TTA exemption Exemption Under Section 80TTA of the Income Tax Act, individuals and Hindu Undivided Families (HUFs) can avail a deduction on the interest earned from savings accounts. This deduction is capped at a maximum of Rs. 10,000. It applies to interest income earned from savings accounts held with banks, co-operative societies, and post offices.… Read More »

What are the benefits of filing Income Tax Return?

The benefits of filing Income Tax Return The benefits of filing Income Tax Return provides several benefits, including: Avoiding Penalties: Timely filing of ITR helps you avoid penalties and interest on unpaid taxes. Carry forward of losses: If you have incurred losses from business, profession, or capital gains, filing ITR allows you to carry forward… Read More »

Which allowances are taxable under the Income Tax rules of India?

Taxable allowances Taxable allowances, Under the Income Tax regulations in India, certain allowances are subject to taxation. Some of the commonly taxable allowances include: Dearness Allowance (DA): DA is an allowance provided to employees to offset the impact of inflation. It is fully taxable. House Rent Allowance (HRA) HRA is an allowance provided by employers… Read More »

What is a tax exemption?

What is a tax exemption?   A tax exemption refers to the exclusion of certain income, investments, or expenses from being subject to taxes. Governments grant tax exemptions to encourage specific activities or provide benefits to particular groups of taxpayers. For instance, in India, under Section 80TTA of the Income Tax Act, the interest earned… Read More »