Budget 2024: What the new proposals mean for your taxes and finances

Budget 2024: What the new proposals mean for your taxes and finances

Individual taxpayers eagerly awaited the Union Budget 2024, anticipating significant tax relief from the Modi 3.0 government. Many expected enhanced deductions or revised tax slabs that would lower overall tax rates. The Reserve Bank of India’s optimistic economic outlook and repeated affirmations of India as the fastest-growing major economy fuelled these expectations. Additionally, the government’s … Read more

How the Budget affects your LTCG tax on immovable property

How the Budget affects your LTCG tax on immovable property

In the Union budget for 2024-25, among the 85 proposed amendments in the Finance (No. 2) Bill, 2024, the revision concerning the taxability of long-term capital gains (LTCG) from the sale of immovable property, effective 23 July 2024, has garnered significant attention. This piece deciphers the complexities of this critical budget amendment, offering practical calculations … Read more

Want to invest in foreign stocks? Keep in mind the added costs and hassle.

Want to invest in foreign stocks? Keep in mind the added costs and hassle.

Investing in overseas markets is a great way of diversifying your portfolio. By spreading investments across countries, you can mitigate risks associated with domestic market concentration and benefit from growth opportunities in different regions. It also allows you to tap sectors and industries that may not be well-represented in India, making for a more balanced … Read more