Author: Sharad Natani
As the ITR filing season for FY 2024–25 begins, many first-time taxpayers are stepping into unfamiliar territory. While the process may seem simple online, one wrong move can result in delays, penalties, or notices from the Income Tax Department. Tax experts say most new filers repeat the same avoidable mistakes. Here’s a quick guide to help you file correctly and stress-free: 1. Choosing the Wrong ITR Form Each income type has a specific ITR form. For example: ITR-1: Salary income up to ₹50 lakh ITR-2: Capital gains, multiple properties Filing the wrong form can lead to rejection or refund delays.…
Long before India had corporate hospitals and high-tech medical institutes, the foundation of its first women-led medical college in the capital was laid by a queen’s vision and the courage of just 16 determined women. In 1916, at a time when societal norms restricted women from education and careers, Queen Mary, the Queen-Empress of India, gave her royal backing to an extraordinary initiative: establishing a college to train Indian women as doctors. The result was Lady Hardinge Medical College (LHMC)—Delhi’s first and one of the earliest medical colleges for women in India. A Royal Vision Meets Revolutionary Action Queen Mary…
Get ready for magic! Indian families dreaming of Disneyland vacations will soon find the magic much closer to home. The Haryana government has announced plans for India’s first-ever Disneyland-style theme park in Manesar (Delhi-NCR), promising a revolutionary leap in tourism, jobs, and entertainment. A Desi Disney Dream in the Making Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini revealed that the park, currently in the planning phase, will be a world-class entertainment destination aimed at transforming the region into a global tourism hub. The state has partnered with the Ministry of Culture and Tourism to fast-track development. Project Highlights: Location: Manesar, Delhi NCR…
Get ready to cruise through Kerala’s lush monsoon backwaters as the Kerala Shipping and Inland Navigation Corporation (KSINC) has unveiled its latest tourism gem — a daily cruise package to Pizhala Island, part of the picturesque Kadamakkudy archipelago. This new initiative is part of KSINC’s efforts to boost monsoon tourism and follows its popular trips to Vaikom’s Palaikari and other Kadamakkudy islands. With rain-washed greenery, tranquil waters, and immersive local experiences, Pizhala is all set to become a top eco-tourism hotspot this season. Cruise Highlights: 100-seater luxury vessels like Sooryamshu, Michelle, and Cleopatra Daily departure from KSINC Ferry Terminal, near…
In a groundbreaking feat of reconstructive surgery, doctors at Lata Mangeshkar Hospital have successfully rebuilt the penis of a young man from Rajasthan who had lost the organ to cancer eight years ago. The 9.5-hour single-stage surgery, believed to be the first of its kind in Central India, marks a major milestone in medical innovation. “Reconstructing the organ restored not just physical function but also his confidence and dignity,” said lead plastic surgeon Dr. Jitendra Mehta. Rebuilding What Was Lost The surgical team used tissue from the patient’s forearm to recreate both the shaft and urethra (urine passage), which were…
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has issued new rules for Aadhaar enrollment and updates for the 2025–26 assessment year, aiming to improve transparency and eliminate duplicate Aadhaar numbers. One Aadhaar, One Person In a major step to strengthen identity security, UIDAI has announced that no individual can hold more than one Aadhaar number. If someone has multiple Aadhaar numbers, only the first Aadhaar with biometrics will remain valid—the rest will be automatically cancelled. New Document List Issued UIDAI has also released an updated list of documents for enrollment and data correction, applicable to: Indian citizens Overseas Citizens of…