Net direct tax collections up 21.8% to ₹9.57 lakh crore
India's direct tax collections rose 21.8%, surpassing over half of Budget estimates. Refunds of up to ₹5,000 not restricted. Tax demands from past being raised, some due to tech shift. 7.27 cr returns filed, 7.15 cr verified. Gross collections up 18%, PIT revenues 29.5%. Net revenues 31.85%.
The Hindu ·