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    Raids underway at 200+ locations across India as IT dept cracks down on bogus deductions

    Synopsis

    The Income Tax Department initiated extensive search operations nationwide, targeting individuals and entities suspected of enabling fraudulent tax deductions. Over 200 premises are being searched, focusing on those allegedly involved in facilitating false claims related to political donations, tuition fees, and medical expenses. This action aims to crack down on tax evasion schemes across the country.

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    The Income Tax Department on Monday launched large-scale search operations across the country targeting individuals and entities accused of facilitating fake tax deductions.

    Raids are currently underway at more than 200 premises linked to people who allegedly helped taxpayers claim false deductions under various heads, including political donations, tuition fees, and medical expenses.


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