Tax on Shares in India: STCG, LTCG, Dividends and Losses

How shares are taxed in India for FY 2026-27: 20% short-term and 12.5% long-term capital gains tax, the ₹1.25 lakh exemption, dividend tax, and how losses can be set off. ... Read MoreRead More

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Share Trading Charges in India: What Each Trade Really Costs

Every charge on a share trade explained: brokerage, STT, exchange transaction charges, SEBI fee, stamp duty, GST and DP charges, with a worked example. ... Read MoreRead More

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Investing vs Trading, and Why F&O Is So Risky

The difference between investing and trading, why leverage magnifies losses, and what SEBI's study found: over 91% of individual F&O traders lost money in FY25. ... Read MoreRead More

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10 Stock Market Mistakes Beginners Make (and How to Avoid Them)

The most common beginner mistakes in the Indian stock market, from buying on tips to borrowing to invest, with a simple checklist to use before every purchase. ... Read MoreRead More

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