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Zero Tax up to ₹12.9 Lakh, New Income Tax Regime 2026-27 Slabs and Key Changes Explained

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April 2, 2026

New Income Tax Rules 2026: Starting April 1, salaried employees can enjoy zero tax on income up to ₹12.9 Lakh under the New Tax Regime. Learn about the new ₹75,000 standard deduction, the Income Tax Act 2025 overhaul, and how to choose between the New and Old regimes for maximum

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New “Form 130” and Tax Relief: What to Expect from the 2026 Income Tax Act

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February 18, 2026

From April 1, 2026, the familiar Form 16 will be renamed Form 130 under India's new tax rules. The update aims to simplify filing by reducing total rules from 511 to 333 while offering better HRA and education benefits.