
Taxpayers can rely on Section 80C of the Income-Tax Act to reduce their tax liability through deductions of up to ₹1.5 lakh in a financial year. Here's what steps you can take to maximise your investment options…

Fixed deposits (FDs) are favored for stable returns, with banks in India offering rates up to 7%. Tax-saving FDs provide deductions under Section 80C but have a 5-year lock-in. Interest rates vary, with senior citizens receiving higher rates.
Most Indians overpay income tax simply because they do not plan ahead. The Income Tax Act offers multiple legal ways to reduce your tax bill — through Section 80C, 80D, 80CCD, and more. A salaried person in the highest tax bracket can save up to Rs 46,800 in …