BUDGET 2024 IMPACT ON TAXES
NRIs want Budget 2024 to ease 6 tax troubles: TDS on property sale, disparity in LTCG, dividend taxation and others
Under Indian tax laws, NRIs are taxable on their Indian-sourced income, such as capital gains, dividends, and interest. They are generally taxed similarly to residents but may face less beneficial rules in specific scenarios. The upcoming Budget 2024 may offer relief to NRIs in these areas.
Section 80C deduction in Budget 2024: Will the government increase Section 80C limit under the old income tax regime in Budget?
Section 80C deduction in Budget 2024: The 80C limit has not increased in line with many people's income and costs. Because of this gap, many taxpayers use the entire 80C limit. This is why many want this limit to be increased.
Income tax relief: Budget 2024 may increase standard deduction under new income tax regime
Will Budget 2024 increase standard deduction: The Finance Minister in the 2023 Budget included a standard deduction of Rs 50,000 for salaried taxpayers and individuals getting pensions in the new tax regime. This standard deduction was made the automatic choice, unless taxpayers chose not to take it.
Budget 2024 HRA Exemption: Will Bengaluru, Hyderabad, other non-metro cities be included in 50% HRA tax exemption list?
Budget 2024 HRA Exemption: Many employers offer an HRA as part of their employees' compensation. If an employee receiving HRA is paying rent for their accommodation, they can claim a tax exemption on the HRA. Currently, a rented house in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, and Chennai qualifies for a 50% exemption from HRA, while those located in other places come under the 40% bracket.
ETMarkets Smart Talk: Reforms to attract FDI, simplification of tax regime & green energy likely in Budget 2024: Gurpreet Sidana
The positive trends in global markets, favourable domestic economic data, and optimism regarding corporate earnings growth have further bolstered market sentiment.
Budget 2024: Skilling industry demands incentives, tax rebates and labour codes in meeting with FM Sitharaman
Ahead of the Union Budget for 2024-25, the Union Minister of Finance and Corporate Affairs held the eighth Pre-Budget Consultation in New Delhi, focusing on employment and skill development. Key figures like Anshuman Magazine and Suchita Dutta emphasized the need for skilled workers and job readiness among graduates. Discussions also highlighted incentives for skill improvement and formal employment practices, including lowering GST rates for employment services. There were calls for greater inclusion of women in the workforce and the expansion of social security measures. Startups advocated for foreign language education to tap into global job markets.
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Budget FY25: Central trade unions call for scrapping of four Labour Codes and the new pension scheme
In their pre-budget meeting with finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday, the joint platform of 10 central trade unions, barring the Bhartiya Mazdoor Sangh, suggested government to enhance resource mobilization through enhanced corporate tax and wealth tax, raise the ceiling limit for the income tax rebate for the salaried class, set up the social security fund and fill up all the existing vacancies in the central government departments and public sector undertakings with regular employment while doing away with contract jobs.
Budget 2024: Sitharaman underlines Centre's support to states via timely tax devolution, GST compensation arrears
Union Budget: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman emphasised the Centre's commitment to supporting states through timely tax devolution and GST compensation arrears to boost economic growth during a pre-budget meeting with state finance ministers. She encouraged states to utilize the 50-year interest-free loan scheme for reforms. States appreciated the assistance and provided suggestions for the upcoming Union Budget, with specific requests for projects and allocations.
ETMarkets Smart Talk: We could see tweak in corporate & personal tax to boost consumption in Budget 2024: Samir Bahl
While the expectations on overall economic growth were unchanged, FED committee members increased their inflation forecast for 2024 and 2025 and hence in June 2024, Fed kept the interest rates unchanged at 5.50%.
Union Finance Minster Nirmala Sitharaman chairs pre-budget meeting with state finance ministers
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman chaired a pre-budget meeting with state and union territories finance ministers at Bharat Mandapam for suggestions on the upcoming Union Budget, after previously consulting with economists and industry experts. She is set to chair the 53rd GST Council Meeting to discuss tax rates, policy modifications, and administrative challenges, crucial for shaping India's indirect tax system. The agenda for the meeting is yet to be disclosed.
Budget 2024: What will happen to Income Tax in this Budget, will it be cut?
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is gearing up to present the Union Budget 2024 in late July, her seventh budgetary address. Following the interim budget in February, expectations are high regarding potential income tax rate cuts to stimulate consumption and address economic priorities. Industry bodies like FICCI and CII have advocated for tax relief, while the Ministry of Finance explores measures targeting higher-spending individuals, potentially introducing a new tax bracket.
Budget 2024: What is a Populist Budget and why is it controversial?
A populist budget is a fiscal plan focused on immediate public appeal through measures like tax cuts and social spending increases. Criticized for prioritizing short-term benefits over long-term economic stability, such budgets can lead to fiscal deficits, inflationary pressures, and disparities in resource distribution, while potentially undermining independent economic institutions.
Budget 2024: What is Dividend Distribution Tax? Know How it will abolition impact the Indian economy?
In 2020-21, India's government abolished the Dividend Distribution Tax (DDT), shifting the tax burden on dividends from companies to shareholders directly. The move aimed to simplify taxation, enhance market appeal for Indian equities, stimulate domestic investment, and potentially attract more Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) into the country's economy.
Union Budget: India mulls income tax cuts in Budget as part of $6 billion consumer boost
India Budget Tax Expectations: India's government under Prime Minister Narendra Modi is considering measures worth over 500 billion rupees to boost consumption in the upcoming budget. This includes tax cuts for lower income individuals for the first time in seven years. The plan aims to target consumers with high propensity to spend amidst economic challenges.
Union Budget 2024: Here is how revenue, fiscal and primary deficit impacts the Indian economy
Union Budget 2024: A revenue deficit arises when a government's day-to-day expenses surpass its total revenue receipts, necessitating borrowing, divestments, or adjustments in taxes to bridge the shortfall. In contrast, a fiscal deficit occurs when government expenditure exceeds its total receipts, influencing aspects like economic growth, price stability, production costs, and inflation.
Budget 2024: Five steps of India's Budget formation explained
Budget 2024: The Union Budget, crafted annually by the Department of Economic Affairs within the Ministry of Finance, functions as a comprehensive financial blueprint for the nation. It details projected revenues and expenditures for the forthcoming fiscal year. The preparation process for Budget 2024 commenced six months ahead of its presentation, initiating with the dissemination of Budget Circulars to pertinent ministries and departments.
Union Budget 2024: By eliminating exemptions in direct taxes, complexities and litigation costs can be removed
The article delves into the historical quirks of taxation, from ancient Egypt to medieval England, highlighting the unique taxes imposed by various rulers. It discusses the current scenario of tax reform anticipation with the upcoming Union budget, resonating with the historical dread of tax season.
Pre-Budget meeting with FM: Tax sops, higher capex, stable tax regime top industry wishlist
Budget expectations: Indian industry and financial institutions had their customary pre-budget consultations with Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday. The suggestions from India Inc included tax sops, capex boost as well as tax stability.
Budget 2024 FAQs: Quick guide on how to read and understand the Budget
Budget 2024 FAQs: The Budget acts as a detailed plan outlining the government's anticipated income and spending for a fiscal year, covering from April 1 to March 31 of the subsequent year. This financial blueprint is pivotal in defining the nation's economic priorities and allocating resources accordingly. After the finance minister delivers the budget speech in the Lok Sabha, these essential documents are promptly uploaded to the official website, ensuring quick and widespread access to critical financial information.
Budget 2024: D-Street captains urge FM Sitharaman to hike STT charges on high frequency traders
Every sale and purchase of equities listed on exchanges incurs a Securities Transaction Tax. The STT rate is 0.017% on options sales and 0.01% on futures sales. Additionally, a proposal to discourage retail investors from trading futures and options by imposing an additional tax was reportedly not discussed, according to ETNow sources.
Budget 2024: How about a 'Robot Tax' in Budget? Economists pitch the idea for AI-hit jobs
Union Budget: Economists discussed the upcoming Budget with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, focusing on growth, fiscal policy, investment, private sector involvement, food inflation, and debt. Key topics included the impact of AI on employment, 'robot tax' proposal, IMF recommendations, challenges faced by developing countries in adapting to AI technology, and insights from Gita Gopinath.
Economists bat for capex push, fiscal prudence and more jobs at pre-Budget meet
Budget 2024: The focus on the quality of spending, sans mindless freebies, and steps to further curb inflationary pressure should continue, some of the economists told finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman at the customary pre-budget consultation, advising against reckless giveaways. Successful tackling of inflation, they said, would be the biggest pro-poor move.
Budget 2024: Give the middle-class tax benefits & cut fuel excise, India Inc tells Finance Ministry
Budget Expectations: FICCI has proposed simplifying the capital gains tax system by categorizing assets into equity instruments, debt, and other assets with specific rates for long-term and short-term gains. They have also advocated for uniform tax rates for residents and non-residents.
SBI Chairman pitches for tax relief on interest income in Budget
"If at all some relief could be given in the Budget regarding tax on the interest earnings, it will be an incentive to depositors. Eventually, the banking sector uses deposits mobilised for the capital formation in the country," Khara told PTI in an interview.
View: FAME III, tax rationalization, PLI tweak & more - What the Indian EV sector needs from Budget 2024-25
India, as per IBEF, is the world’s third-largest automobile market and supports the EV 30@30 Campaign. The Finance Minister, Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman, will table the Union Budget 2024-25 next month.
Budget 2024: Fin Min considering income tax rate cuts to boost consumption
BUDGET expectations: The Indian government is exploring personal tax cuts for individuals earning over ₹1.5 million annually to boost consumption and savings. This move, considered for the July budget after the BJP’s electoral setback, aims to address inflation and unemployment concerns. These adjustments may modify the existing 2020 tax scheme, potentially lowering the 30% top tax rate.
Budget 2024 an opportunity for Nirmala Sitharaman to play some good shots
The Lok Sabha election results in India surprised many as they diverged from the exit polls. The focus now shifts to the Union Budget 2024, setting the economic tone for the future. All eyes will now be on Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman.
Income tax relief for those in lowest slab may need to be considered in Budget: CII
Sanjiv Puri, newly-elected CII President, advocates potential income tax relief for the lowest slab amidst high inflation in the upcoming 2024-25 Budget. He proposes institutional platforms for consensus-building on reforms, emphasizing public capex, fiscal discipline, and investment in social infrastructure. CII anticipates inflation around 4.5%, urging RBI rate cuts by year-end.
Budget 2024: FinMin invites industry views on tax rates, laws for reducing litigation
Finance Ministry seeks input from trade bodies on tax reforms for 2024-25 Budget, including suggestions on duty structure, tax base expansion, and compliance reduction. The ministry aims to phase out tax incentives and rationalize rates while inviting proposals by June 17 ahead of the budget presentation in Parliament in July.
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