Major Tax Changes from 1st April: Lower Taxes, Higher Exemptions & Big Benefits for Salaried, Businesses & Seniors



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From April 1st, significant tax changes are coming into effect in India, aimed at simplifying the system and offering greater benefits. Key updates include revised income tax slabs, a higher tax rebate allowing zero tax on incomes up to ₹12 lakh, and increased TDS exemption limits for bank deposits, rent, and professional fees. The government is also extending the time to file updated tax returns and introducing tax-free withdrawals from National Savings Scheme accounts, providing substantial advantages for salaried individuals, businesses, and senior citizens.

The Indian government has introduced several tax changes in Budget 2025 to simplify tax filing, reduce compliance burdens, and provide benefits to different income groups. Here's a breakdown of the key updates in an easy way. 1. New Income Tax Slabs Rates Under the new tax regime, the tax slabs have been revised as follows: Annual Income Tax Rate Up to ₹4,00,000 0% (No Tax) ₹4,00,001 - ₹8,00,000 5% ₹8,00,001 - ₹12,00,000 10% ₹12,00,001 - ₹16,00,000 15%
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I am a Chartered Accountant with over 2 decades of experience in Auditing, Taxation, Accounting, Due diligence. I am currently a Managing Partner at RRL Global Services. I can be reached at rrlglobal @ yahoo.com or @ 9811757230

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