Overview of Capital Gains Tax and Income Thresholds Under India's New Tax Regime
The articles explain capital gains tax rules on profits from shares and mutual funds under India's new Income-tax Act starting April 2026. Long-term gains on listed equity shares held over 12 months are taxed at 12.5%, with the first ₹1.25 lakh exempt. However, individuals earning up to ₹12.75 lakh under the new tax regime do not get a rebate on capital gains tax, as Section 87A applies only to regular income. Short-term gains are taxed separately at flat rates, and non-residents face different rules.
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 46/100.
Outlets measured: mint, mint. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (50–50/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
mint broke this story on 13 Sept, 11:33 am. Other outlets followed.