Income Tax Department Announces Filing Deadlines for AY 2026-27 Returns
The Income Tax Department reminds taxpayers with business or professional income, not subject to audit, to file their income tax returns (ITRs) for assessment year 2026-27 by August 31. Over 6.5 crore ITRs, including 5.9 crore for simpler forms, have been filed so far. Taxpayers whose accounts require audit have a later deadline of October 31, with audit reports due by September 30. Various ITR forms apply depending on the taxpayer's category, including individuals, firms, companies, and trusts.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (50/100). Lens Score 37/100.
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AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (50–50/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
mint broke this story on 26 Aug, 12:53 pm. Other outlets followed.