Retirement is often seen as a reward for years of hard work, offering time, freedom, and flexibility. However, it also brings a significant change in how income is earned and taxed. Instead of a single salary slip, retirees begin receiving income from multiple sources such as pension, bank interest, fixed deposits, rental income, and investment withdrawals. This sudden shift creates confusion, and even small tax oversights during the first year of retirement can quietly reduce lifetime saving

Siddhartha Fine Jewellers has announced Nandamuri Tejeswini as its official Brand Ambassador, marking an important chapter for the brand in the Telugu states. This collaboration reflects a beautiful fusion of heritage, modern sophistication, and cinematic legacy. Tejeswini, the granddaughter of the legendary NTR and daughter of Balakrishna, makes her graceful public debut through this campaign. Her elegance, poise, and charm bring a refreshing aura to the world of luxury jewellery, symbolizin

India’s External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has sharply criticised the United Nations, saying the global body has become increasingly ineffective and paralysed by internal divisions. Speaking in New Delhi at the release of a commemorative postage stamp marking the 80th anniversary of the United Nations, Jaishankar said the organisation’s decision-making has failed to reflect the realities of its membership or the priorities of the modern world. He emphasised that meaningful reforms are

City Hall & Police Department Mobile Generator Interconnection Project (Bid No. 22-29) Scope of work: installation of electrical manual transfer switches, distribution panel, generator tap box, tren

The clock is ticking for taxpayers who are required to file their income tax audit reports for the financial year 2024–25. The deadline has been set for September 30, 2025, and unlike in some past years, the Income Tax Department has not announced any extension. For companies, proprietorships, and firms whose accounts must be audited, filing the audit report on time is not just a compliance requirement—it is essential to avoid hefty penalties unde

The government extended the Income Tax Return (ITR) filing deadline for Assessment Year 2025–26 by one day, from September 15 to September 16, 2025. However, many taxpayers still missed this revised cut-off. If you are among them, there is no need to panic, as the Income Tax Department allows belated returns to be filed until December 31, 2025. A belated return refers to an ITR filed after the due date. Accord

The United States has officially designated The Resistance Front (TRF), a known proxy of Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), as a Foreign Terrorist Organisation (FTO) and Specially Designated Global Terrorist (SDGT). This follows the terror attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir on April 22, 2025, which claimed the lives of 26 civilians and triggered a military escalation between India and Pakistan. According to an official statement, TRF claimed responsibility for the Pahalgam attack &mda

Paying income tax every year can be burdensome for many, but did you know that, under the new tax rules, you may qualify to pay zero tax? The latest updates in India’s tax policies provide an opportunity for taxpayers to reduce their tax liabilities, potentially to zero, with proper planning. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman’s 2025 Budget announcement revealed a significant change in the tax system that could benefit many taxpayers. Here’s

Filing your income tax return (ITR) for the first time is a milestone in financial responsibility, but it also comes with its share of confusion and potential pitfalls. From choosing the correct form to verifying the return, a few missteps can delay refunds or even invite scrutiny from the Income Tax Department. With the ITR filing season for Financial Year 2024–25 now open, new taxpayers must stay alert and informed.

Starting July 1, 2025, several important changes in the financial sector will come into effect, impacting individual taxpayers, bank customers, and railway travelers. These changes include new regulations for Aadhaar-PAN linking, increased banking fees, and adjustments in railway ticket prices. Below are some of the key updates that individuals should be aware of: Aadhaar-PAN Linking

Filing your Income Tax Return (ITR) can be a complex task, especially if you're doing it without professional help. For salaried individuals, Form 16 is a crucial document that simplifies the process by providing details of salary earned and the tax deducted at source (TDS). If you've received your Form 16 and are preparing to file your ITR, it's important to first review the form thoroughly to ensure accuracy.

As the Income Tax Return (ITR) filing window opens for the Assessment Year 2025–26, non-resident Indians (NRIs) are being presented with a valuable opportunity to simplify their tax obligations and, in some cases, avoid filing a return entirely. Under Chapter XII-A of the Income Tax Act, 1961, NRIs who earn income from specific foreign exchange (FOREX) assets in India may opt for a special concessional tax regime that offers multiple benefits—including exemption from filing if certai

Man of Masses NTR, currently in Japan for the promotion of his upcoming film Devara, experienced a touching moment when a Japanese fan revealed she learned Telugu after watching the global blockbuster RRR. The fan expressed her admiration directly to NTR in fluent Telugu, surprising and moving the actor, who is a well-known lover of both cinema and languages.