Extend concessional tax rate of 15% to domestic infra industry, LLPs

Industry groups are proposing several direct tax measures for the Vote on Account, including extending the concessional tax rate of 15% to domestic infrastructure companies and non-corporate taxpayers like LLPs and trusts. They are also seeking exemption from withholding tax on payment of interests on overseas bonds with longer maturities, allowing carry forward and set […]

BSE shares zoom 13% to fresh high on increase in transaction charges for derivatives

BSE said with effect from November 1, the transaction charges structure for equity derivatives segment will be revised with effect from November 1 for Sensex options with nearest and immediate expiry. Under the new rules, transaction charges for incremental billable monthly turnover or premium value up to Rs 3 crore would be Rs 500.