Tax refunds scrutiny: CBDT flags wrongful claims; why high-value payouts are stuck-here’s what the IT department says

The Income-Tax Department is withholding some high-value refund payments due to detected wrongful deduction claims in flagged filings. Legitimate refunds are expected to be cleared this month or by December, while the department is also working to reduce direct tax litigation and has seen a significant increase in appeal disposals.

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Word of the day: Egregious

Egregious, a word with Latin origins meaning “distinguished,” has evolved to describe actions or behavior that are shockingly bad and unacceptable. This powerful term, pronounced /ih-GREE-jus/, emphasizes severe wrongdoing or glaring mistakes, lending credibility and a formidable voice to discussions on ethical and critical matters.

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Narayana Murthy points to China’s 9-9-6 rule to justify 72-hour work weeks: Indian youth says enough

A debate on work-life balance is reignited in India. Infosys founder N. R. Narayana Murthy suggested young Indians adopt a 72-hour work week. This sparked immediate backlash from workers citing long commutes, rising expenses, and constant after-hours communication. Employees emphasize that current long hours do not yield better results. They seek fair pay, predictable hours,…

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Blake Lizotte leads the way in Pittsburgh Penguins’ dominant 4-0 win over Nashville Predators

Blake Lizotte delivered a standout performance, fueling the Pittsburgh Penguins’ dominant 4-0 shutout against the Nashville Predators. His relentless energy, defensive prowess, and penalty-killing contributions were instrumental in the victory. Lizotte’s impactful two-way play, even from the fourth line, showcased his growing importance to the team’s success and provided a much-needed spark.

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