The Income Tax Department has flagged a large number of tax returns for mismatches, resulting in refunds being put on hold. Taxpayers whose returns were identified must file revised returns by 31 December 2025 to correct the discrepancies. If you don’t act by the deadline, you may face additional tax liabilities, interest and other consequences. … Read more
Getting a health insurance plan approved feels like a win. But approval is only the starting line. What really matters is whether your insurer will pay when you need it most. Concealing or downplaying health information may speed up approval or lower premiums today, but it often leads to denied claims, policy cancellations or long … Read more
How loans can help reduce your tax bill Borrowing money is rarely just about getting cash today — some loans also come with tax breaks that can reduce your overall cost. Understanding which parts of a loan are tax-deductible and under what conditions helps you plan better and make smarter financial choices. Quick overview Home … Read more
India’s wedding economy and a surprising protection gap India is set to host weddings worth roughly ₹6.5 trillion this year. Despite the scale and expense of these celebrations, relatively few couples buy wedding insurance. High bills, complex contracts, and a sense that mishaps are unlikely mean many families accept the risk rather than paying for … Read more
Why NRIs worry about family accounts Many non-resident Indians (NRIs) help manage family bank accounts back home. That can mean signing as a joint holder, asking a relative to operate an account on your behalf, or keeping money in a family member’s account for convenience. What often causes uncertainty is who is the beneficial owner … Read more
New deadline for processing income tax returns — what it means Under the rule now in focus, if your income tax return (ITR) is not processed by 31 December 2026 — or within the applicable deadline for earlier assessment years — the Central Processing Centre (CPC) must forfeit its right to the ITR. In plain … Read more
Why worsening air quality makes sustainable housing more valuable Air quality is declining in many parts of the world because of urban pollution, wildfires and changing weather patterns. That shift is pushing homeowners, developers and policymakers to rethink how buildings protect people’s health and hold value over time. Sustainable housing — designed to reduce energy … Read more
Deadline for revising returns: what taxpayers need to know December 31 is the cut-off for taxpayers who must revise their income tax returns to disclose foreign assets and income. If you’ve already filed a return this year but did not declare overseas holdings or foreign-source income, you should act promptly to update the return. Failing … Read more
The government has set a firm deadline: if your PAN is not linked with your Aadhaar by 31 December, your PAN will be rendered inoperative. That change can disrupt routine financial and tax activities and may attract penalties. Here’s a clear, practical guide to what this means and what you should do now. What does … Read more
Recent regulatory changes have resolved several long-running criticisms of the National Pension System (NPS), making it a more practical and attractive option for retirement savings. By loosening strict lock-in rules, relaxing annuitization requirements and expanding equity exposure, the reforms have brought greater flexibility, higher return potential and clearer choice for savers. What the reforms changed … Read more