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Old vs new regime, HRA, 80C, 80D, capital gains, freelancer tax, ITR filing and TDS refunds.
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9 min read · Updated 2026-05-10
Old vs New tax regime, which one should you actually pick?
The new regime is the default in 2026. But for many salaried Indians with 80C, HRA and home-loan EMIs, the old regime still wins. Here's the test.
9 min read · Updated 2026-06-12
Section 80C: the full ₹1.5 lakh deduction list explained
Section 80C lets you cut up to ₹1.5 lakh from your taxable income, but only in the old regime, and only if you know the full list. Here is every option, ranked.
7 min read · Updated 2026-06-09
HRA exemption: how it is calculated and how to claim it
If you pay rent and earn HRA, you are likely under-claiming. Here is the exact formula, the proof you need, and the mistakes that cost salaried Indians thousands.
8 min read · Updated 2026-05-30
Capital gains tax on stocks and mutual funds in India (2026)
After the 2024 changes, equity is taxed at 20 percent short-term and 12.5 percent long-term above ₹1.25 lakh. Here is the full picture across stocks, funds and gold.
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Old vs new regime
The full guide on Old vs new regime is being written. Get it the moment it lands.
HRA exemption
- HRA exemption: how it is calculated and how to claim it →
If you pay rent and earn HRA, you are likely under-claiming. Here is the exact formula, the proof you need, and the mistakes that cost salaried Indians thousands.
80C & 80D
The full guide on 80C & 80D is being written. Get it the moment it lands.
Capital gains
- Capital gains tax on stocks and mutual funds in India (2026) →
After the 2024 changes, equity is taxed at 20 percent short-term and 12.5 percent long-term above ₹1.25 lakh. Here is the full picture across stocks, funds and gold.
Freelancer tax
The full guide on Freelancer tax is being written. Get it the moment it lands.
Advance tax
The full guide on Advance tax is being written. Get it the moment it lands.