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Mint on MSN.com · 19h

New Tax Regime: 7 key things every taxpayer should know while filing income tax return

At the time of filing income tax return, taxpayers are supposed to be aware of different provisons which apply to the new tax regime
India Today on MSN.com · 15d

Old or New Tax Regime: Here's how to pick the right one before filing ITR

Under the old tax regime, taxpayers can claim various deductions and exemptions, while the new tax regime does not offer much deductions.
The Financial Express · 12d

ITR Filing FY 2024-25: Old vs New Tax Regime – Which one saves you more?

Under the new tax regime, individuals with annual income up to Rs 7 lakh can avail a rebate under Section 87A, meaning they won’t have to pay any tax.
The Economic Times on MSN.com · 28d

New vs old tax regime for TDS on salary: How salaried employees can choose the best tax regime for FY 2025-26

April is the month when your employer asks you to choose between the old and new tax regime for TDS on salary for FY 2025-26. Read on to know the calculations for deciding the best tax regime to reduce TDS on salary for the new financial year.
Free Press Journal on MSN.com · 7d

Which Tax Regime Should You Choose, Old or New?, Here's A Simple Guide For Salaried Individuals

The new tax regime is now the default option. If you wish to continue with the old tax regime, you must inform your employer. Evaluate your investments and deductions before deciding.
Icon for www.zeebiz.comZee Business · Jan 1, 2024

Chose new tax regime by mistake in FY23-24 and want to switch back to old tax regime? Know what ITR rules say

If you had mistakenly filed ITR in the new tax regime in 2023 and were not able to avail tax exemption, etc., can you switch to the old tax regime this year. Or, the new tax regime will become your default tax setting. Know what rules say and what options ...
India Today on MSN.com · 3d

New Income tax regime: Why is it more beneficial for salaried employees

The new tax regime also offers a higher standard deduction. Last year, it was raised from Rs 50,000 to Rs 75,000 for salaried employees. In the old regime, the standard deduction remains at Rs 50,000.
The Financial Express · 9d

ITR Filing: 6 ways the New Tax Regime can help you save more on income tax

Old tax regime, however, still offers taxpayers a range of options to save taxes through various eligible deductions and exemptions post 2025 Union Budget. On the other hand, the new tax regime has a fewer deductions available for taxpayers compared to the old regime.
Zee News on MSN.com · 12d

ITR Filing For FY 2024-25: Can Taxpayers Still Switch Between Old And New Tax Regimes? Check Deadlines For Salaried Employees

You can switch between the old and new tax regimes only if you file your ITR on or before the due date. If you miss the deadline and file a belated return, your ITR will be processed under the new tax regime by default. In such cases, the income tax portal won’t allow you to switch to the old regime.
Icon for www.moneycontrol.commoneycontrol.com · 24d

Switching tax regimes in 2025: What salaried and business taxpayers need to know

Filing your Income Tax Return (ITR) in 2025? If you're wondering whether you can shift between the new and old tax regimes, you're not alone. The ability to switch depends on your source of income ...
Business Today on MSN.com · 6d

Tax Tips 2025: You can claim benefits on Sukanya Samriddhi, SCSS under New Tax Regime 2025-26; details here

Under the new tax regime, there is a small tax exemption of Rs 3,500 per financial year available on the interest earned from a post office savings account. This exemption falls under Section 10(15)(i) of the Income-tax Act.
ABP News on MSN.com · 5d

Buying Your First Home? Here’s How To Maximise Your Tax Benefits Under Sections 80C And 24(b)

Home buying is encouraged by the Indian government with tax relief under certain provisions of the Income Tax Act, 1961, namely Section 80C and Section 24(b).
The Economic Times on MSN.com · 2d

To prevent TDS on FD under new tax regime can senior citizens with income up to Rs 12 lakh file Form 15H?

Pay Advance Tax, if Required – If the total tax liability exceeds Rs. 10,000 (after considering deductions and rebates), the senior citizens should pay advance tax to avoid interest penalties under Sections 234B and 234C of the Income Tax Act.
NDTV · 17d

Income Tax Return 2025: Essential Checklist Before Filing Your ITR

As the new assessment year 2025-26 gets underway, people across the country especially salaried taxpayers are preparing to file their Income Tax Returns (ITR) for the financial year 2024-25.
Icon for www.thehindubusinessline.comBusiness Line · Jun 19, 2019

Income Tax Calculator 2025-2026

To calculate income tax as per the old income tax slab ... you will get a rebate of ₹12,500 under section 87A. For the new tax regime, deductions/exemptions such as HRA and LTA would be taxable ...
Icon for www.newindianexpress.comThe New Indian Express · Feb 12, 2025

Income Tax Bill introduces new 'Tax Year' concept, replacing assessment year

It retains the old tax regime alongside the new one, ensuring continuity. The new concept of "tax year" means income tax will be assessed based on economic activity and income earned during that ...
Goodreturns · 3d

How Much Tax Will You Pay On Rs 15 Lakh Income In FY 2025-26? A Detailed Breakdown

Under the new income tax regime, taxpayers can now avail of a standard deduction of up to Rs 75,000, which makes an annual income of up to Rs 12.75 lakh tax-free. This deduction brings a significant relief for many taxpayers, as it reduces the taxable income further.
Icon for www.hindustantimes.comHindustan Times · Feb 9, 2023

Income tax calculator

There are two types of income tax slabs - one under new tax regime and other under old tax regime. What is the difference between gross income and taxable income? Gross income includes all your ...
Icon for www.indiatvnews.comIndia TV · Apr 1, 2025

Income Tax Slabs: How do new tax slabs compare to existing ones in terms of benefits

But for those with small deductions, such as a young executive with a salary of Rs 9 lakh without any investments, the new regime's tax (Rs 45,000) is less than the old regime's Rs 92,500. "
Icon for www.hindustantimes.comHindustan Times · 25d

Buy or Rent? Navigating property decisions under the old tax regime

When deciding to buy or rent property, understanding tax implications is crucial. Here's how HRA exemptions and home loan deductions impact financial choices Should you rent or buy property?
ABP News on MSN.com · 5d

A Guideline To Help Lower Tax On Rental Income From Your Residential Property

Rent income is an assessable head of income under the head 'Income from House Property' of the Income Tax Act, 1961, and landlords are required to report rent income from any rented property.
Icon for www.zeebiz.comZee Business · 13d

Want to pay 0 income tax on your Rs 14,75,000 income? This home loan interest-related rule can help you a great deal

When we think about availing tax benefits on a home loan, the first picture that strikes our mind is of the old tax regime ... Rs 22.5 lakh or Rs 30 lakh? Proposed New Tax Regime Calculations: Is your salary Rs 12,78,000? Will you be taxed on Rs 3,000 ...
Goodreturns · 27d

How Much Will You Save Under The New Tax Slabs? A Salary-Wise Breakdown For New Tax Regime

A number of changes pertaining to income tax slabs under the new tax regime go into effect on April 1, 2025 (FY26), as mentioned in Budget 2025. The maximum tax rate of 30% would be applied to income beyond Rs 24 lakhs under the new tax regime with revised slabs that is proposed for FY 2025–2026 onward.
Icon for www.livemint.comMint · 14d

Old tax regime vs New tax regime: Which one to pick as the new financial year kicks in. Check details

The new financial year FY26 has kicked off, and taxpayers are meant to file their income tax returns under one of the two regimes. Mint deconstructs the key points to be considered before choosing ...
Icon for www.indiatvnews.comIndia TV · Apr 1, 2024

Financial changes effective April 1: What you need to know

the new income tax regime will transition into the default tax structure. Taxpayers who do not explicitly opt for the old tax regime will automatically fall under the purview of the new tax framework.
Icon for www.rediff.comrediff.com · 28d

Review Tax Regime, Plan Investments

Review your family emergency fund and replenish it if needed. Revisit financial goals to see if there is any change in timeline or the corpus required. Kindly note the image has been posted only ...
Icon for www.businessinsider.inBusiness Insider India · Feb 1, 2023

New tax regime may not be necessarily beneficial for all taxpayers: Experts

The new tax regime (NTR) will now be considered as ... various investments and expenditure that are eligible for tax exemption under the old regime and then decide which regime is better for ...
Tax Guru · 5d

Old Tax Regime vs. New Regime: Which to Choose for Financial Year 2025-26?

The old tax regime offers more deductions and exemptions compared to the new tax regime, making it a preferred choice for individuals who can take advantage of these benefits. Additionally, the Budget 2025 introduced changes in tax slab rates. The applicable tax slabs under the old regime are as follows:
Fortune India · 2d

Top 6 must-know tax hacks for young professionals: Save big with 80C, HRA, NPS & more

Salaried and self-employed individuals can use HRA exemption under Section 10 (13A) and Section 80GG, respectively. HRA helps you save significant amount of tax if you are living in metro cities.
CNBCTV18 · 6d

Can you switch to the old income tax regime while filing ITR?

This story answers if as a taxpayer, you will be able to switch to the old tax regime while filing income tax return (ITR) and how switching to the old regime will help you save money (via deductions)
Icon for www.moneycontrol.commoneycontrol.com · 7d

Switching to the new tax regime? Here’s what happens to your carried forward business losses

If you're thinking of moving from the old to the new tax regime in India, and you’ve accumulated business losses in the past, it’s natural to wonder what becomes of them. The good news is that ...
Mathrubhumi English · Mar 30, 2025

Attention employees! Here’s what’s changing in your Income Tax from April 1

Announced by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in the Union Budget 2025, new changes are designed to simplify the tax system and benefit salaried employees.
India Today on MSN.com · 13d

Want to change your tax regime while filing ITR? Here's what you should know

Let's say you had earlier chosen the old tax regime, but now the new regime appears more beneficial after reviewing your finances. Can you change it when filing your ITR? Let's find out here.
Republic World · Mar 31, 2025

5 Key Tax Deadlines Today, March 31 That You Can't Miss - Full List

Salaried people who have failed to pay advance tax on extra income also have an opportunity to correct the default.
News24 · 12d

Old Vs New Tax Regime: Prof RK Gupta Says ‘Eventually, Everyone Will Shift Towards…’

The old tax regime in India represents the conventional taxation system that offers taxpayers a range of deductions and exemptions to lower their taxable income. These benefits cover investments in tax-saving instruments such as the Public Provident Fund (PPF),
Rediff.com · 21h

'Which Tax Regime For Rs 2 Lakhs Short Term Gains?'

Under the new tax regime, you will have to pay tax of Rs 1,04,000. Under the old tax regime, after claiming 80C (already mentioned by you) and additional exemption of Rs 50,000 under section 80 TTB, your tax outgo shall be Rs Rs 93,600.
Icon for www.thehindu.comThe Hindu · 24d

No tax on up to ₹12 lakh income but why slabs?

Whether to choose Old Tax Regime or New Tax Regime is purely a matter of choice and goal, which we covered earlier in our Moneywise column dated February 17. Coming up from April 1, 2025 ...
Mint on MSN.com · 7d

Income tax: 4 key reasons to choose the old tax regime over the new tax regime

You should opt for the old tax regime if you want to claim deductions and exemptions for house rent allowance.
Times Now on MSN.com · 13d

How to Switch From Old to New Tax Regime? Here Are the Details

The income tax return form, by default, applies to the new regime. It inquires from the taxpayers whether they wish to come out under Section 115 BAC. Selecting 'Yes' transfers them to the old tax regime,
CNBCTV18 · 1d

Tax planning in FY26: Deductions hold the key in choosing between old and new regime

FY26 has brought with it several tax changes – the biggest one of them being the huge sweetener in the new income tax regime. This, along with major capital gains tax changes announced in July 2024 mean that you need to look at your financial planning with a new tax lens.
The Hindu · 11d

Relevance of Sec. 80C

Sec 80C investments no longer relevant under new tax regime; focus on investment benefits, not just tax savings.
Icon for www.ndtv.comNDTV · Apr 1, 2024

Tax Regime

Under the new tax regime, the amount obtained from life insurance policies will be taxable if the yearly premium paid is more than Rs 5 lakh a year.