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ITR-U vs FAST-DS — Which option is better for disclosing past foreign income or assets?

Indian residents can rectify missed foreign income or asset disclosures through ITR-U or FAST-DS, depending on factors such as the nature of the asset and tax liability. Here's everything you need to know about the two options and which one is more economical.

3 min read01:55 PM IST
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ITR filings cross 78 million for AY27, setting new record

The milestone comes against a backdrop of sustained growth in ITR filings.

2 min read1 Sep 2026
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Filed your ITR before July 31? Here are 3 reasons the Income Tax Department may still send a notice

Filing your ITR before the 31 July deadline does not guarantee that you will not receive an income tax notice later. Mismatch in AIS/Form 26AS, incorrect tax claims and errors in the return can still trigger a communication from the Income Tax Department.

3 min read13 Aug 2026
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₹1.33 crore cash deposit, no ITR filing: How a retired teacher won his income tax case at ITAT Bangalore

A retired Mysore teacher who deposited ₹1.33 crore in cash won his tax appeal after ITAT Bangalore found the reassessment notice was issued beyond the permissible limitation period.

2 min read9 Aug 2026
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ITR processed but refund not received yet? Here's expected timeline and most common reasons for delay

Income Tax Refunds occur when paid taxes exceed actual liabilities after deductions, and they are processed after ITR e-verification. Here's when to expect it and common reasons for delay.

2 min read5 Aug 2026
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Belated income tax return AY 2026-27: How to file, late filing charges and what you may lose

Taxpayers who missed the July 31 ITR deadline can still file a belated return until December 31, 2026. Here's the filing process, applicable late fees, and the tax benefits you may lose by filing late.

2 min read5 Aug 2026
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Found errors in your filed ITR? Check due date and whether revising attracts penalty

Taxpayers can file a revised return if they have made mistakes in their initial submission before the 31 July deadline. Know the due date and whether revising errors can lead to a penalty.

2 min read5 Aug 2026
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Filed your ITR before 31 July but found an error later? Tax expert explains who can revise and how

Filed your ITR before the 31 July deadline but spotted an error later? Eligible taxpayers can still revise their return under Section 139(5). Here's who can file a revised ITR, the process and the key documents to verify.

1 min read3 Aug 2026
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ITR filing deadline today: Check how 30-day verification rule allows taxpayers to verify returns after 31 July

Taxpayers who file their ITR on 31 July can complete e-verification within 30 days. Here's how the verification timeline affects the filing date, the belated return status and compliance with income tax rules.

2 min read31 Jul 2026
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Missing ITR deadline today is like getting ‘Hit Wicket’: Tax department urges a ‘Free Hit’ filing

The Income Tax Department, in a recent X post, reminded taxpayers that 31 July is the last date to file ITR-1 and ITR-2 for AY 2026-27. Complete filing and e-verification today to avoid late fees, interest and compliance issues.

1 min read31 Jul 2026