Tax on Mutual Funds 2026: LTCG, STCG & Dividend Tax Guide
Meet Priya, 34, a marketing manager in Bangalore. She’s been investing in mutual funds for three years through SIPs. Last month, she redeemed a portion for her sister’s wedding and was shocked when her CA asked for ₹45,000 as tax on her gains. “But I’ve already paid tax on my
Capital Gains Tax 2026: Stocks & Property Guide
Meet Arjun, a 35-year-old software developer in Hyderabad. Last month, he sold some shares he’d held for two years to book a profit of ₹3 lakhs for his dream vacation. His friend mentioned “capital gains tax,” and now Arjun is worried he might owe a significant amount to the tax
Old vs New Tax Regime 2026: Which is Better?
It’s that time of the year again. Your HR department has sent that daunting email: “Declare your tax regime preference for FY 2026-27.” You stare at your salary slip, your PPF statements, your housing loan documents, and wonder: Am I leaving money on the table? You are not alone. According to recent
