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Life Through Lens…

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These photos were clicked on various occasions. See the photo description for more information. Again, these photos were clicked with Canon PowerShot SD630 IS, a good old point and shoot camera which is still working great with some great captures! Getting a new DSLR is on the cards for sure in near future.Click on each of the image to see it bigger. This artistic cloud formation in the sky was clicked from our rooftop on one fine evening. These molded idols were infront of a shop near … Read more… about Life Through Lens…

Nimishamba Temple, Srirangapatna

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Nimishamba temple is located near the historical town of Srirangapatna en route to Mysore from Bangalore. Srirangapatna is of great religious, cultural and historic importance. Those of you who recall a television serial called 'The Sword of Tipu Sultan' on Doordarshan will be able to co-relate this place well since Srirangapatna was Tipu's capital. There are a number of places around Srirangapatna which are of interest for tourists. During the week long vacation over the year end eve, visited a … Read more… about Nimishamba Temple, Srirangapatna

Tax Planning Simplified – Part 2

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We have learned about tax planning for Section 80C from previous post, where we can avail a maximum exemption of Rs 1,00,000 from the taxable income. Now let us explore the avenues beyond section 80C to avail the maximum tax benefit. For salaried individuals whose gross total income exceeds Rs 2,60,000 per annum, deductions under Section 80C may not be sufficient to reduce the overall tax liability. In such cases they can consider the following options: Health Insurance Premium (Under section … Read more… about Tax Planning Simplified – Part 2

Tax Planning Simplified – Part 1

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Most of us think about investment and tax planning only when an employer sends out a mail suggesting to submit proof of investments. This usually happens around this time of the year so that the tax can be spread equally over the remaining three months of the financial year. If you just woke up about tax planning at this moment, it is a big mistake! If you start now, the chances are more that you will end up investing money into some products which might not be good for your financial needs. … Read more… about Tax Planning Simplified – Part 1

Telangana or United Andhra Pradesh?

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Should the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh be broken to pave way for separate Telangana, Costal Andhra and Rayalaseema? This is a much discussed topic in media since a month or so. Currently, most of the so called 'Elected Leaders' throughout the state are busy submitting their resignations to respective constitutional institution starting from grass root levels of Village Panchayats to National Parliament. These leaders are now united by 'region' irrespective of the political party they belong … Read more… about Telangana or United Andhra Pradesh?