Taxation : Fixed Deposit vs Debt Funds

Taxation : Fixed Deposit vs Debt Funds has been a topic of discussion since changes made in Finance Act 2023. Debt mutual funds invest predominantly in fixed-income securities like bonds, debentures, and other debt instruments. For taxation purposes, a specified mutual fund is defined as a mutual fund which invests less than 35% of its … Read more

Saving Taxes under NPS

Sections 80C, 80CCC, and 80CCD(1) The combined limit for deduction under Sections 80C, 80CCC, and 80CCD(1) cannot exceed Rs 1.5 lakh. Section 80CCD(1B) Additional deduction of Rs 50,000 under Section 80CCD(1B) is available when you invest in a Tier 1 account. This deduction is over and above the combined limit of Rs 1.5 lakh (Under Section … Read more