The Lok Sabha approved the Finance Bill, introducing enhanced tax authority powers and changes to share buyback taxation, capping the surcharge at 12%. The bill also allows retrospective tax case reopening and revalidation of past orders. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman stated the aim is to reduce litigation and compliance burdens for small taxpayers and businesses.
Holding mutual funds in SoA or demat: Which is better?
Mutual fund units can be held in Statement of Account or demat form. SoA mode offers simplicity for mutual fund-only investors avoiding extra charges. Demat