Too Neutral
Bringing bank deposits u/s 80C is a welcome move, but the five year tenure is unreasonable.
Mar 20, 2006
The pros and cons
What does Budget 2006 portend? A quick look at its implications
Mar 6, 2006
The loony fringe
If FBT is levied on superannuation contributions, would your employer support your retirement plans?
Feb 17, 2006
That's Some Relief!
The 60-plus have gained, but their edge over other taxpayers is now less.
May 17, 2005
The Net Spreads Wider
The new service tax will not push up apartment prices all that much.
May 2, 2005
The Loony Fringe
By taxing so-called fringe benefits, the government is helping none but itself.
Apr 19, 2005
Spare Senior Citizens
Senior citizens will be paying more tax under the proposed provisions.
Mar 31, 2005
The Good, the Bad, the Ugly
Buried in the fine print of this Budget are some really absurd provisions.
Mar 16, 2005
Homebreaker
Rules for valuation of employees' accommodation provided by non-government employers have been tinkered with in the Union Budget.
Mar 16, 2005
It's final' Finance Act, 2004
Those with income of just over Rs 1 lakh can heave a sigh of relief. The FM has lightened the burden. There were 54 other amendments too.
Aug 27, 2004
Gift or Gag?
The gift tax provisions plug a leak, and spring a rude surprise.
Aug 2, 2004
Capital Ideas
It's a people-friendly budget; taxable income upto Rs 1 lakh is exempt.
Jul 16, 2004
Do the Right Thing, Mr FM
IT department as service provider, not tax collector. That's our wish.
Jul 1, 2004
Clear the mists, Mr. FM!
The goodies handed out in the mini Budget need a lot of clarifications, sooner than later.
Jan 12, 2004