Many employees believe that all retirement payouts—gratuity, pension, and PF—are tax-free. The truth? It’s more nuanced. This guide will walk you through what’s tax-free, what’s partially taxable, and how to plan smart for your golden years. 1. What Is Gratuity? Gratuity is a one-time lump sum your employer pays you as a gesture of gratitude for long-term service—typically after at...
The budget brings a bag of amendments along and there begins a never-ending discussion of whether these are good news or not. So like every other year, this year, the Budget introduced some of the peculiar changes in existing Income Tax Laws which will certainly impact your pocket from the start of the coming financial year. So we decided to sum up everything that could knock your...