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Revised Vs Belated ITR: What To Do If Your Tax Refund Is On Hold
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Taxpayers facing refund holds due to mismatches must act before December 31.
Knowing revised and belated ITRs can help avoid penalties. (representative image)
The Income Tax Department has recently sent messages and emails to many taxpayers saying their refunds are on hold. The reason given is a mismatch in the income tax return (ITR) details. In these alerts, taxpayers have been asked to take action before December 31, this year, to fix the issue.
This has caused confusion, especially among those who believed they had filed their returns correctly. The department has also stepped up checks on cases where it feels excess refunds may have been claimed. As a result, many taxpayers are now unsure about the right way to respond.
In its email, the department reportedly stated, “As the time limit for filing of revised ITR for A.Y. 2025-26 will expire on 31 December 2025, you are requested to avail this opportunity to file Revised Return within the due date if so required. Alternatively, you may file an updated return w.e.f. 1 January 2026, however, subject to an additional tax liability.”
With the deadline nearing, it is important to understand the options available after the original ITR due date has passed.
What Is A Revised ITR?
A revised ITR allows taxpayers to fix mistakes made in the original return. These errors could include missing income details, wrong deductions, calculation errors, or choosing the wrong ITR form. Under Section 139(5) of the Income Tax Act, 1961, taxpayers can submit a revised return to correct such issues.
A revised ITR can also be filed if the refund amount needs to be increased or reduced based on corrected information.
What Is A Belated ITR?
A belated ITR is filed when a taxpayer misses the original filing deadline. As per Section 139(1) of the Income Tax Act, this return can be submitted until December 31 of the assessment year. However, filing late usually means paying a penalty.
Taxpayers who miss the deadline are advised to file a belated return instead of not filing at all, as non-filing can lead to further trouble.
Why File A Revised ITR?
A revised return is useful when the original ITR has errors. These may include underreported or overstated income, wrong deductions, incorrect refund claims, or other filing mistakes.
As quoted by Livemint, CA, Shefali Mundra, tax expert at ClearTax, says, “There is no penalty for filing a revised return within the prescribed timeframe.”
Revised ITR vs Belated ITR Explained
“A revised return is filed to correct errors or omissions in a previously filed return (either original or belated). It can be filed before 31 December of the relevant assessment year or before the department completes the assessment. The revised return is linked to the original filing, and the taxpayer can make corrections without any penalties, apart from paying any additional taxes and interest,” CA Mundra told Livemint.
She added that a belated ITR is treated differently.
“A belated return is filed after the original due date for submitting the return, which is typically 31 July for individual taxpayers. A belated return is still considered an original return, and it is subject to a late filing fee under Section 234F (up to Rs 5,000, depending on the income) and interest on unpaid tax. Additionally, certain benefits, such as carrying forward losses, may not be available when filing a belated return,” CA Mundra also stated.
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December 27, 2025, 10:31 IST
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The government has officially launched the 8th Pay Commission website after forming the commission.
It is inviting suggestions from ministries, employees and pensioners. (Representative Image)
The government has opened a fresh window for central government employees and pensioners to share their views on salaries, pensions, and allowances. With a new official portal now live, people linked to government service are closely watching how this process may shape future pay revisions.
The move has generated interest among serving employees, retirees, and various stakeholders who could be impacted by the 8th Pay Commission’s recommendations. Many are now keen to understand who can participate and how they can submit their inputs.
Government Launches 8th Pay Commission Website
A dedicated website for the 8th Pay Commission, https://8cpc.gov.in/, has been launched after the commission was formally constituted. Through this platform, the panel is now inviting feedback from ministries, departments, government employees, pensioners, and other concerned groups.
According to the website, the 8th Central Pay Commission is seeking opinions and inputs to help it make better-informed decisions. To collect responses in a structured way, an online questionnaire with 18 questions has been made available on the MyGov portal.
The website states: “The 8th Central Pay Commission solicits views/opinions/inputs for being better informed. These inputs are being sought in a structured manner through a Questionnaire with 18 questions hosted on the MyGov.in web portal.”
It has also been assured that respondents’ identities will remain confidential. According to the website, all responses will be analysed collectively and no individual name will be disclosed.
Who Can Send Suggestions
According to the website, suggestions have been invited from a broad group of people and institutions linked to government service. This includes employees of central ministries and departments, staff from Union Territories, judicial officers, court officials, and members of regulatory bodies.
Employee unions, retired government staff, pensioners, researchers, academicians, and individual citizens can also share their views. Authorised or nominated nodal officers from ministries, departments, and government offices are also eligible to submit inputs.
Deadline To Submit Responses
The last date to send feedback to the 8th Pay Commission is March 16. After this, the survey will no longer accept submissions.
How To Send Feedback
Those wishing to submit their suggestions must do so through the MyGov link:
The government has clearly stated that only online responses through the MyGov portal will be accepted. “All responses should be through the MyGov portal. Paper based physical response, emails or pdf response are not being considered by the Commission,” according to the website.
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February 11, 2026, 18:22 IST
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New Delhi: Mahindra has taken a big step to improve aftersales service experience for its EV customers in Delhi-NCR. The company has announced doorstep service support for its electric SUVs in the region via eVan (Electric Vehicle Assistance Network). It deployed dedicated mobile service units, called eVans. These vans are specially designed for Mahindra’s electric SUVs. They can visit customers at their homes or offices. Services include regular maintenance, washing, and minor repairs. This means EV owners may not always need to visit a workshop.
eVan services
The company, in an official statement, said, “The mobile units will cater specifically to the maintenance needs of Mahindra electric SUV owners, offering services such as periodic maintenance, washing and also support minor repairs at the doorstep. Additional features of the eVan include a battery pack with charger, hydraulic scissor lift, wheel balancer, and car care services, among others.”
Expansion plan
The eVans are like mini workshops on wheels. Mahindra plans to deploy multiple eVans across Delhi-NCR. The company also intends to expand this service to other major cities soon. It said, “The company plans to expand eVan services in other key cities and roll out additional eVans in the coming days.”
Mahindra Institute of Learning Excellence Centre
Additionally, Mahindra is also investing in skill development. A new 26,000 sq. ft. Mahindra Institute of Learning Excellence Centre has been set up in the region. This facility will train professionals in sales, mechanical service, and bodyshop operations.
Mahindra said, “The aim is to equip service centre professionals with the cutting-edge skills needed to service Mahindra’s increasingly tech-rich portfolio of electric SUVs and SUVs and meet the discerning demands of a similarly evolving customer base.”
New service touchpoints
Mahindra is also adding five new service touchpoints in Delhi-NCR. The company said, “These touchpoints will expand the company’s service bandwidth by the equivalent of 70 working bays, ensuring timely service and faster turnaround times for customers.”
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Gold price today: How much 18K, 22K and 24K gold costs in Delhi, Mumbai & more – Check rates for your city – The Times of India
Safe-haven buying returned to the bullion market as silver and gold futures rebounded sharply, tracking supportive global cues and a softer US dollar.Gold futures also saw value buying, with the April contract rising Rs 1,397, or 0.89 per cent, to Rs 1,58,200 per 10 grams. In the previous session, the yellow metal had settled lower at Rs 1,56,803 per 10 grams.On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), silver for March delivery surged Rs 9,665, or 3.83 per cent, to Rs 2,62,213 per kg. The white metal had dropped Rs 10,072, or nearly 4 per cent, to settle at Rs 2,52,548 per kg in the previous session.Here is how much gold costs in major Indian cities today:
Gold price in Delhi today
In the national capital, 22K gold is selling at Rs 14,545 per gram, up Rs 55, while 24K gold is quoted at Rs 15,866 per gram, higher by Rs 60. 18K gold stands at Rs 11,904 per gram, up Rs 45.
Gold price in Mumbai today
Mumbai markets show 22K gold at Rs 14,530 per gram, higher by Rs 55, while 24K gold is at Rs 15,851 per gram, up Rs 60. 18K gold is at Rs 11,889 per gram, gaining Rs 45.
Gold price in Chennai today
In Chennai, 22K gold is priced at Rs 14,600 per gram, up Rs 20, while 24K gold is at Rs 15,928 per gram, higher by Rs 22. 18K gold is quoted at Rs 12,540 per gram, up Rs 10.
Gold price in Kolkata today
Kolkata sees 22K gold at Rs 14,475 per gram, while 24K gold is priced at Rs 15,791 per gram. 18K gold is quoted at Rs 11,844 per gram.
Gold price in Ahmedabad today
In Ahmedabad, 22K gold trades at Rs 14,535 per gram, up Rs 55, while 24K gold is at Rs 15,856 per gram, higher by Rs 60. 18K gold is priced at Rs 11,894 per gram, up Rs 45.
Gold price in Hyderabad today
Hyderabad markets quote 22K gold at Rs 14,530 per gram, up Rs 55, while 24K gold is at Rs 15,851 per gram, higher by Rs 60. 18K gold is priced at Rs 11,889 per gram, up Rs 45.
Gold price in Jaipur today
In Jaipur, 22K gold is retailing at Rs 14,545 per gram, up Rs 55, while 24K gold is priced at Rs 15,866 per gram, higher by Rs 60. 18K gold stands at Rs 11,904 per gram, up Rs 45.
Gold price in Lucknow today
Lucknow markets have 22K gold at Rs 14,545 per gram, higher by Rs 55, while 24K gold is at Rs 15,866 per gram, up Rs 60. 18K gold is quoted at Rs 11,904 per gram, up Rs 45.
Gold price in Patna today
In Patna, 22K gold is priced at Rs 14,480 per gram, while 24K gold is at Rs 15,796 per gram. 18K gold is quoted at Rs 11,849 per gram.
Gold price in Bangalore today
Bangalore markets show 22K gold at Rs 14,530 per gram, up Rs 55, while 24K gold is priced at Rs 15,851 per gram, higher by Rs 60. 18K gold is quoted at Rs 11,889 per gram, up Rs 45.Analysts said bullion demand strengthened due to a weak US dollar and renewed geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran, boosting safe-haven appeal.“MCX gold rose nearly 1 per cent, reclaiming levels above Rs 1.58 lakh per 10 grams, while silver outperformed the yellow metal with around a 3 per cent gain, crossing Rs 2.60 lakh per kg,” Gaurav Garg, Research Analyst at Lemonn Markets Desk, said, PTI quoted.He added that investor sentiment improved after softer US economic data increased expectations of rate cuts and pointed to slowing economic momentum.In the global market, Comex silver futures for March delivery rose USD 3.11, or 4 per cent, to USD 83.50 per ounce, while gold for April delivery climbed nearly 1 per cent to USD 5,071.86 per ounce.“Gold and silver prices rose as US Treasury bond yields fell after data showed December retail sales growth stalled, signalling a softening economy ahead of key jobs data,” Manav Modi, Analyst, Commodities at Motilal Oswal Financial Services Ltd, said.The dollar index declined 0.23 per cent to 96.59, offering further support to bullion prices globally.
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