Union Budget 2024: Income Tax Updates

By Team foundit July 23, 2024

Tax Announcements

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Revised Income Tax Slabs

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Basic Exemption Limit Raised

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Increased Tax Rebate Limit

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Reduction in Tax Slabs

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Surcharge Rate Decreased

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Standard Deduction and Savings

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No Changes in Old Tax Regime

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