PPF scheme : Here are 10 things you should know
The PPF is one of the most popular small savings scheme, but many investors are not aware of its features. Mukesh Kalra lists out 10 things that you should know…
GST Council may do away with 5% rate; move items to 3% and 8% slabs : Report
Although various options are under consideration, the Council is likely to settle for an 8% GST for most items that currently attract 5% levy, say sources With most states on…
What are the tax rules applicable for freelancers in India?
A freelancer can opt for only ITR-3 or ITR-4 to file income tax return (ITR) Income from freelance jobs is treated as ‘profits and gains from business or profession’ for…
How to update bank account details in EPF account
Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) members should ensure that their bank account details are up-to-date, correct, and the account is active. If the mentioned bank account number in the EPF account…
Do you use smart devices? Here is how these appliances spy on you
Things like smart TVs use cameras and microphones to spy on users, smart lightbulbs track your sleep and heart rate, and smart vacuum cleaners recognize objects in your home and…
What are the revised norms for residency
An individual who is a citizen of India who is not liable to tax in any other country or territory has total income, other than from foreign sources, exceeding ₹15…
Income tax : This home loan benefit cannot be availed after March 31
As per the income tax rules, from 1st April 2022, a home loan borrower will get two income tax benefits under Section 24(b) and Section 80C of the Income Tax…
How to lock, unlock Aadhaar biometric details online
Synopsis The UIDAI has introduced a function that allows you to lock and unlock your Aadhaar number. Authentication cannot be done with your Aadhaar Number after it has been locked.…
FSSAI to introduce health star rating for packaged goods
Rating will be based on salt, sugar, and fat content and will be printed on the front of the pack NEW DELHI : Packaged food products in India will soon…
Companies’ CSR performance to come under scrutiny from April
Proposed scrutiny of CSR returns points to Centre’s intent to enforce obligations of profit-making firms. The due date for reporting CSR compliance in a new format introduced in February is…