The New Income Tax Regime, introduced in the 2020 budget by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman under Section 115BAC of the Income Tax Act, offers an alternative to the traditional tax system. Designed to simplify tax calculations and provide benefits to taxpayers, this regime features altered tax slabs and reduced rates, but eliminates various exemptions and…
The Income Tax Department has recently unveiled detailed criteria for the mandatory scrutiny of Income Tax Returns (ITRs). These guidelines, released by the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) on May 3, 2024, specify how ITRs will be selected for close examination for the financial year 2024-25. These annual circulars have been a consistent effort…
Speech of Nirmala Sitharaman (Finance Minister of India) Hon’ble Speaker, I present the Budget for 2023-24. This is the first Budget in Amrit Kaal. Introduction of Budget 2023-24 Resilience amidst multiple crises 4. Our focus on wide-ranging reforms and sound policies, implemented through Sabka Prayas resulting in Jan Bhagidari and targeted support to those…