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    Tax Law Changes: GAAR Scope Narrowed for Legacy Investments

    New Delhi, April 1 – The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has amended income tax rules to provide clarity on the applicability of the General Anti-Avoidance Rules (GAAR), in a move aimed at reducing ambiguity around tax avoidance provisions.In its notification, the CBDT stated that GAAR...
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    Trading Costs Rise: STT Hike and Market Activity

    New Delhi, March 31 – With the fiscal year 2026 set to end on Tuesday, investors are preparing for several reforms, including revised Securities Transaction Tax (STT) rules that will come into effect from April 1.Many brokers, traders, and demat account holders are concerned about the sharp...
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    Budget 2026-27: Key Tax Updates for Investors & Businesses

    New Delhi, March 31 The new income tax law and other budgetary provisions, including a higher Securities Transaction Tax (STT) on F&O trading and a lower TCS on overseas tour packages and LRS remittances for medical and educational purposes, will come into effect from April 1.Also, the Budget...
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    Experts Predict Derivatives Activity to Remain Resilient After STT Increase

    STT Increase Expected to Have Limited Short-Term Impact on Derivatives Market Mumbai, March 25 – A proposed increase in Securities Transaction Tax (STT) on derivatives, effective April 1, is anticipated to have a limited short-term impact on trading activity, with long-term market behavior...
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    FPI Funding Costs Lowered: SEBI Announces Key Regulatory Changes

    Mumbai, March 23 The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) board on Monday decided to allow foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) to net funds for same-day cash market trades, instead of settling each trade individually, a move aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and reducing their...
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