Gurgaon's MCG accelerates property tax recovery, collecting Rs 30 crore in 1.5 months and sealing 55 properties. The civic body now targets illegal commercial activities in residential areas to boost revenue for city development.
Ahead of Budget 2025, tax expert Dinesh Kanabar advises against substantive changes to the new Income-tax Act 2025, calling for focus on TDS simplification, R&D incentives, and dispute resolution.
Prayagraj Municipal Corporation identifies 40,000 properties with 3-year tax dues. Notices issued; failure to pay may lead to property attachment, water cut. Act now to avoid penalties.
The Municipal Corporation of Gurugram has successfully recovered ₹295 crore in outstanding property tax from defaulters in 2025 through a special recovery drive. Discover how the civic body is boosting its revenue.
The IRS has opened the 2026 tax filing season. Learn about key changes from the One, Big, Beautiful Bill, new forms like Schedule 1-A, and tips for filing your 2025 returns before the April 15 deadline.
Ahmedabad's property tax incentive scheme offers major interest relief. Over 24,000 taxpayers paid Rs 24+ crore in a week. Learn how to benefit before March 31.
Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation collected ₹510 crore in property tax last fiscal. With new assessments and revised structures, it aims for ₹600 crore this year. Read how they plan to achieve it.
Mohali Municipal Corporation begins sealing properties of chronic tax defaulters from January 7. Officials warn of strict action for unpaid dues. Read details.
NHS warns that Mounjaro (tirzepatide) injections can interfere with oral contraceptive and HRT absorption. Experts advise consulting doctors to switch to non-oral options to avoid risks.
More than 145 countries have solidified a revised global minimum tax agreement, incorporating US concerns. This landmark deal aims to curb corporate tax avoidance worldwide. Read the full details here.
Many Indians are unaware of capital gains tax on property sale. Learn about long-term vs short-term gains, tax rates, and two legal ways to save tax under Sections 54 and 54EC. Expert advice by Balwant Jain.
Indian tax authorities deploy generative AI for faster compliance checks and fraud detection. Discover why human oversight remains crucial in this tech-driven shift.
Punjab Agricultural University patents a groundbreaking contraceptive bait for rodents, offering a humane and effective solution to protect crops and public health. Learn about this innovative pest control method.
Learn how Section 54F of the Income Tax Act allows Indians to save on long-term capital gains tax by reinvesting in a residential property. Key conditions and timelines explained.
Punjab Agricultural University patents a non-lethal, eco-friendly contraceptive bait using nanoparticle technology to manage rodent populations sustainably, protecting crops and health.
Nashik Municipal Corporation's amnesty scheme recovers Rs 66 crore from 86,000 defaulters, boosting total property tax collection to Rs 208 crore. Officials confident of meeting Rs 275 crore annual target. Read more.
Millions of US student loan borrowers may face large federal tax bills from 2026 as a key tax exemption expires. Learn about the impact and how to prepare.
China imposes a 13% VAT on condoms and contraceptive pills, ending a three-decade exemption. This policy shift aims to counter a deepening demographic crisis as births hit record lows. Read the full analysis.
China introduces a new 'contraceptive tax' to boost birth rates. We explain the policy's details, its economic logic, and why experts doubt its effectiveness. Read more.
China removes taxes on condoms and contraceptive drugs in a major policy shift to address its declining population. Learn how decades of the one-child policy led to this reversal.
China has removed a 30-year tax exemption on contraceptives, imposing a 13% VAT. This policy reversal aims to tackle a declining birth rate and ageing population. Explore the details and historical context.
PIB Fact Check refutes viral social media claim of an 85% tax on transactions over ₹10 lakh. No such tax exists. Read details on the new Income Tax Act 2025 and its simplified rules.
With the new tax regime as default, choosing wrongly can lead to higher tax payments. Experts explain key factors like HRA, deductions, and documentation to consider for optimal tax planning in India.
India's 2026 tax landscape is set for a major shift towards predictability and technology. Explore the key reforms in Income Tax, GST 2.0, and dispute resolution that aim to build taxpayer trust.
India's 2025 tax reforms reshaped personal income tax, GST, and crypto rules. Explore key changes in slabs, compliance, and the new Income-tax Act 2025. Read more.
Saudi Arabia replaces its 50% flat tax with a four-tier excise duty based on sugar content from January 1, aiming to cut consumption. The UAE will implement a similar system in 2026. Read how this GCC health move affects prices.
MCG Gurgaon sealed seven properties for non-payment of Rs 1.8 crore in property tax. The drive, led by Zonal Taxation Officer Pankaj Kumar, resulted in a single-day collection of Rs 7 crore. Read more about the crackdown and the use of AI to boost revenue
Taxpayers can file revised ITR until Dec 31, 2025 for AY 2025-26. Learn how to check your refund status online and understand common reasons for processing delays.
Anduril's Palmer Luckey warns California's proposed 5% billionaire wealth tax could force asset sales and home seizures. Tech elite like Peter Thiel consider leaving. Read the full analysis.
NITI Aayog's new paper recommends decriminalising many income tax offences to shift from fear to trust-based compliance. Could this reform boost investment and ease business?