GAAR Relief: Income Tax Department Clarifies Rules for Pre-2017 Investments

The Income Tax Department provides clarity on GAAR applicability, confirming that income from investments made before April 1, 2017, will not be subject to the anti-avoidance rules, offering relief to investors and simplifying tax regulations. Illustration: Dominic Xavier/Rediff Key Points

DBS Bank India Simplifies Direct Tax Payments with New Facility

DBS Bank India introduces a new direct tax payment facility via the TIN 2.0 platform, streamlining tax payments for customers, while Utkarsh Small Finance Bank teams up with Mumbai Indians for the T20 League 2026. Photograph: Edgar Su/Reuters Key Points