The Income-tax Act, 2025 (New Act) marked a historic shift from the Income-tax Act, 1961 (Old Act) by eliminating provisos and explanations, making substantive law clearer and more accessible. However, the Income-tax Rules continue to create procedural complexity and hardships for many taxpayers.
Learn MoreThis surge released pent-up demand from customers. Industry sales had been lower earlier in anticipation of the tax change. Overall new business premiums grew, but policy numbers declined.
Learn MoreLife Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) on Friday said it has paid a dividend cheque of Rs 7,324.34 crore to Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman for the 2024-25 financial year.
Learn MoreFor high-net-worth NRIs, term insurance is crucial for securing their family's financial future, considering factors like inflation and global living costs. Indian insurers offer cost-effective policies with benefits like GST waivers, premium refunds, and worldwide coverage.
Learn MoreFollowing the Reserve Bank of India's repo rate cut in June 2025, several major banks, including SBI, Union Bank, and Bank of Baroda, have reduced their lending rates. This move lowers home loan interest rates for borrowers with floating rate loans linked to the repo rate.
Learn MoreFollowing the tragic terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, where 26 people lost their lives, LIC has announced relief measures for the affected families.
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Learn MoreThe Income Tax Department has recently released a new brochure highlighting how clubbing of income provisions is applicable for individual taxpayers.
Learn MoreLIC Smart Pension Scheme 2025: LIC has introduced the Smart Pension Plan, a non-linked, non-participating annuity plan offering liquidity options for retirees. With flexible payment frequencies and options for single or joint life annuities, the plan guarantees a steady income.
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