This post details India's new 1% Tax Collected at Source (TCS) regulation, effective April 22, 2025, under Section 206C(1F). It applies to specific luxury goods (watches, art, yachts, etc.) when the sale value exceeds ₹10 lakh. The article explains the TCS mechanism, lists affected items, clarifies calculation, outlines buyer and seller responsibilities, differentiates it from Section 206C(1H), and highlights that the TCS paid is adjustable against the buyer's income tax liability.

This blog post details how to report capital gains from shares, mutual funds, and property in the Income Tax Return (ITR) for Assessment Year 2025-26 (Financial Year 2024-25). It explains the classification of gains (STCG/LTCG), calculation methods considering grandfathering, the significant impact of the Finance (No.2) Act 2024 changes effective July 23, 2024 (including curtailed indexation and revised tax rates), set-off rules, and specific ITR schedules (like CG and 112A). It also covers capital gains exemptions and emphasizes reconciliation with AIS/TIS.