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ITAT ruling: Taxpayers cannot be denied TDS credit due to deductor's failure to deposit tax

ITAT Delhi has ruled that taxpayers cannot be denied TDS credit if their deductor fails to deposit the deducted tax with the government. Section 205 protects taxpayers from double taxation by placing the liability for recovery squarely on the defaulting deductor, not the compliant taxpayer.

2 min read2 Sep 2026
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AI can answer your money questions. But should you trust it with your finances?

AI is making financial advice more accessible, but confident answers can mask flawed assumptions, unsuitable recommendations and a lack of accountability. Here’s where investors should draw the line.

3 min read18 Aug 2026
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ESOP tax rules for ITR filing: Know when salary tax and capital gains apply to avoid costly reporting mistakes

ESOP taxation can arise at two stages—when shares are exercised and when they are sold. Here's how salary income, capital gains, fair market value and record-keeping affect ITR filing for AY 2026-27, and how to avoid these common tax reporting mistakes.

2 min read31 Jul 2026
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Autumn in Korea on ₹2.75 lakh: How this Bengaluru couple planned a 12-day K-drama getaway

By timing autumn foliage, choosing public transport over taxis and balancing splurges with savings, this Bengaluru couple explored Seoul, Busan and Gyeongju in 12 days for ₹2.75 lakh.

5 min read27 Apr 2026
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Financial year-end guide: Salary resets, tax choices and smarter investing

From salary restructuring to tax strategy, what to review before the year closes

5 min read21 Mar 2026
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Irdai proposes 3 years insurance cover for cars, 5 years for two-wheelers; Details here

The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (Irdai) has floated a draft on 'Long-Term Motor Products covering both Motor Third Party Insurance and Own Damage Insurance'.

1 min read8 Dec 2022