Union Budget 2026| Interest on Motor Accident Compensation Now Tax-Free: Finance Minister

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman proposed exempting interest on motor accident compensation from income tax, removing TDS obligations. The Budget move ensures MACT-awarded interest to individuals remains tax-free, offering relief to accident victims and simplifying compliance under the Income-tax Act.

New Tax Rules, Lower TCS & Simple Filing Tips: Budget 2026 Explained

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced Budget reforms easing tax filing and payments through timelines, lower TCS rates, tax-exempt compensation, and asset disclosures. The measures cut compliance burdens, reduce cash outgo, enable error correction before the Tax Act, April 1.