ECONOMY · 15 April 2026

New Income Tax Framework + PRARAMBH

New Income Tax Framework + PRARAMBH. Launched by FM Nirmala Sitharaman, replacing the Income Tax Act, 1961. Cut sections from 819 to 536 and introduced a 'tax year' concept.

KEY POINTS
  • Launched by FM Nirmala Sitharaman, replacing the Income Tax Act, 1961.
  • Cut sections from 819 to 536 and introduced a 'tax year' concept.
Source: DAKSH Current Affairs May 2026