IDFC FIRST Bank Integrates Payment Gateway for Direct Tax Payments with CBDT
IDFC FIRST Bank has completed integration of its payment gateway with the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT), allowing taxpayers across India to pay direct taxes via multiple digital and physical channels. Payment options include UPI, internet banking, debit and credit cards, as well as offline methods at bank branches. The platform supports customers from all banks, providing easy access to challans and payment confirmations. The bank aims to enhance convenience and flexibility in tax payments through this secure, seamless system.
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 positive (65/100). Lens Score 43/100.
Outlets measured: news18, thetribune. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (55–75/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
thetribune broke this story on 24 Sept, 12:28 pm. Other outlets followed.