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Key Changes From May 1, 2026: Gaming Rules, LPG Updates And More To Take Effect
From May 1, 2026, India's most confirmed change is the rollout of the Online Gaming Authority of India under new gaming rules, while LPG booking norms tighten and a price revision is expected.
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Intraday Traders Beware: Tax Hike To Eat Into Your Profits From April 1
Securities Transaction Tax hike from April 1: As STT is charged on turnover, not profit, frequent traders feel the impact first.
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Hidden Charges Killing Tax-Saving Returns? Here's What You Should Know
Many investments come with hidden charges, so it's important to be aware of them and avoid frequent buying and selling.
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People Losing Hard-Earned Money: Sources On Hiked Securities Transaction Tax
As the Sensex and Nifty tumbled by over 1,500 points and 500 points after the Union Budget on Sunday, sources said the reaction was a result of the increase in the Securities Transaction Tax on Futures and Options.
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Budget 2026: Tax Hike On Futures And Options Trading. What It Means
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced a major increase in the Securities Transaction Tax (STT) on Futures and Options (F&O) trades in her Union Budget 2026 on February 1.
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From PAN-Aadhaar Rules To Credit Score Updates, Key Financial Reforms Kicking In From January 1, 2026
Major financial rule changes in India starting January 1, 2026, will impact banking, taxation, and household budgets.
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How To Apply For Pan 2.0 with QR Code Online: Check Benefits, Documents Required, and More
PAN 2.0 is a secure and upgraded financial identity system introduced by India’s Income Tax Department. This innovative card offers faster issuance, digital updates, Aadhaar integration, and QR code-based identity verification. Our guide explains the step-by-step process to apply via NSDL or UTIITSL, eligibility criteria, required documents, and ...
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Sensex, Nifty Open Lower Day After Budget Announcements
Stock market benchmarks indices Sensex and Nifty declined in early trade on Wednesday, extending their Budget day fall, after the government proposed to hike securities transaction tax on futures & options.
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Markets Pare Losses After Budget Jitters Over Capital Gains, Trading Taxes
Indian equities pared most of the losses but still closed in red after hikes in capital gains and securities transaction taxes (STT) in the Union Budget 2024 sparked a massive sell-off earlier in the day.
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Long-Term Capital Gains Tax On Stocks, Mutual Funds Explained In 10 Points
The long term capital gains tax (LTCG) will be levied only on transfer of the long-term capital asset on or after 1 April, 2018, as mentioned in the Budget 2018
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Key Changes From May 1, 2026: Gaming Rules, LPG Updates And More To Take Effect
From May 1, 2026, India's most confirmed change is the rollout of the Online Gaming Authority of India under new gaming rules, while LPG booking norms tighten and a price revision is expected.
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Intraday Traders Beware: Tax Hike To Eat Into Your Profits From April 1
Securities Transaction Tax hike from April 1: As STT is charged on turnover, not profit, frequent traders feel the impact first.
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Hidden Charges Killing Tax-Saving Returns? Here's What You Should Know
Many investments come with hidden charges, so it's important to be aware of them and avoid frequent buying and selling.
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People Losing Hard-Earned Money: Sources On Hiked Securities Transaction Tax
As the Sensex and Nifty tumbled by over 1,500 points and 500 points after the Union Budget on Sunday, sources said the reaction was a result of the increase in the Securities Transaction Tax on Futures and Options.
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Budget 2026: Tax Hike On Futures And Options Trading. What It Means
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced a major increase in the Securities Transaction Tax (STT) on Futures and Options (F&O) trades in her Union Budget 2026 on February 1.
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From PAN-Aadhaar Rules To Credit Score Updates, Key Financial Reforms Kicking In From January 1, 2026
Major financial rule changes in India starting January 1, 2026, will impact banking, taxation, and household budgets.
-
How To Apply For Pan 2.0 with QR Code Online: Check Benefits, Documents Required, and More
PAN 2.0 is a secure and upgraded financial identity system introduced by India’s Income Tax Department. This innovative card offers faster issuance, digital updates, Aadhaar integration, and QR code-based identity verification. Our guide explains the step-by-step process to apply via NSDL or UTIITSL, eligibility criteria, required documents, and ...
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Sensex, Nifty Open Lower Day After Budget Announcements
Stock market benchmarks indices Sensex and Nifty declined in early trade on Wednesday, extending their Budget day fall, after the government proposed to hike securities transaction tax on futures & options.
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Markets Pare Losses After Budget Jitters Over Capital Gains, Trading Taxes
Indian equities pared most of the losses but still closed in red after hikes in capital gains and securities transaction taxes (STT) in the Union Budget 2024 sparked a massive sell-off earlier in the day.
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Long-Term Capital Gains Tax On Stocks, Mutual Funds Explained In 10 Points
The long term capital gains tax (LTCG) will be levied only on transfer of the long-term capital asset on or after 1 April, 2018, as mentioned in the Budget 2018
