High salary, higher tax risk: How HRA still tilts the old vs new regime decision

Most Indians now prefer the new tax regime for its simplicity and higher in-hand pay. Those sticking to the old regime need ...
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HRA exemption queries: Is HRA available under new tax regime? Can you claim it along with your home loan? How to calculate the exemption?

House Rent Allowance is a significant portion of the salary. Many salaried individuals look for ways to save tax, and HRA can help in saving income tax. HRA is given by an employer so that an employee ...

Claiming HRA without a rent agreement? Tax dept will ask for proof

While a formal rent agreement is not a legal prerequisite, digital payment trails and landlord PAN details are essential to ...

Key deductions in old and new tax regimes in FY 25-26: Experts want govt to increase these limits in Budget 2026

With Budget 2026 approaching, salaried taxpayers face a dilemma between the old tax regime's deductions and the new regime's ...
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Union Budget 2026: Big Income Tax Changes Likely; What May Change From HRA Benefits To 80C Deductions

Union Budget 2026 may bring major income tax changes, including revisions in tax slabs, HRA rules, 80C and 80D deductions, ...

Why old tax regime still works for some taxpayers

If an individual is earning about Rs 25 lakh and has deductions and exemptions of around Rs 8.5 lakh or more, the person ...