New Income Tax Bill Under Review: Parliamentary Panel Holds Key Discussions



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A parliamentary select committee, chaired by MP Baijayant Panda and attended by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, has met to discuss the proposed New Income Tax Bill. This reform aims to simplify and modernise India's direct tax system, with a focus on tax exemptions, deductions, and potential slab adjustments. The committee is considering stakeholder feedback to ensure the bill balances taxpayer benefits with government objectives.

A select committee of Parliament convened to discuss the provisions of the proposed New Income Tax Bill, a key reform initiative aimed at overhauling India's direct tax structure. The meeting, chaired by BJP MP Baijayant Panda, was attended by senior lawmakers and officials, including Finance Minist
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The Bill aims to simplify and modernise India's direct tax structure, enhance tax compliance, and reduce litigation.

The committee is chaired by BJP MP Baijayant Panda.

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and other senior lawmakers and officials attended the meeting.

Key aspects under review include tax exemptions, deductions, and potential changes to tax slabs.

Discussions are ongoing about whether to move towards a simpler, exemption-free tax regime or retain certain deductions to encourage savings and investments.

Discussions are expected to intensify during the ongoing Budget Session.




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