Budget for the Salaried

Updated : Feb 1, 2019

Budget 2019: 5 big announcements for the salaried class

The Narendra Modi's last Budget before the General Elections focuses on salaried and middle class, farmers, and the poor.

Updated : Jan 30, 2019

Budget 2019: There may be a big surprise for those earning up to Rs 5 lakh

Experts and the CII want the income tax exemption limit to be doubled to Rs 5 lakh from Rs 2.5 lakh currently

Updated : Jan 29, 2019

Budget 2019: How restructuring your salary can help you save tax

While some components are fully taxable, others can be claimed as tax-exempt if you meet certain conditions. Given an option, you would want to have a higher portion of the ones which can be claimed as exempt.

Updated : Jan 18, 2019

Budget 2019: Best Investment Options for the Salaried Class in 2019

2019 could be a good year for investing in equities.  At the beginning of 2018, there was unbridled optimism, in contrast to the beginning of 2019. It is said that to make a bull market, you need to climb a wall or worry.

Updated : Jan 16, 2019

Budget 2019: Income tax exemption limit likely to be increased to Rs 5 lakh

Jaitley may double the income tax exemption threshold for the salaried from Rs 2.5 lakh currently to Rs 5 lakh and reinstate tax-free status for medical expenses and transport allowance.