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How to Avoid TDS on Internship Stipend: Form 15G Guide (2026)

Mastering Form 15G: How Indian students can save their internship stipend from TDS deductions. ⚠️ Disclaimer: Form 15G केवल तभी वैध है जब छात्र की कुल वार्षिक आय करयोग्य सीमा से कम हो। The 10% Heartbreak: Where Did Your First Stipend Go? You worked hard for a month. Your offer letter promised ₹15,000 . You eagerly check your bank account, and you only received ₹13,500 . You just became a victim of TDS (Tax Deducted at Source) . But as a student, do you really have to pay this? Absolutely not. The Truth About Stipend Taxability in India Whether you are doing a high-end corporate gig, running content networks like the Sahityashala Network , or getting paid to write technical analysis for Sahityashala Sports , companies will often treat your internship stipend as a "professional fee." Under Section 194J of the Income Tax Act, companies are mandated to deduct a 10% TDS on professional and technical services. However, if your total ...

How to Enable UPI Lite: Activate PIN-Free Payments (GPay, PhonePe, Paytm)

Are you tired of entering your UPI PIN for buying a cup of tea or everyday groceries? With the digital payment landscape evolving, the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has introduced a game-changer: UPI Lite . If you want to bypass server downtime and make lightning-fast transactions, learning how to enable UPI Lite is essential. This on-device wallet feature allows users to make small-value transactions without a UPI PIN, ensuring your bank statement remains clutter-free and your payments never fail. Related Read: Before setting this up, ensure you are using the most secure platforms. Check our guide on the Best UPI Apps in India for Secure Payments . In this guide, we will walk you through the activation process for major payment apps like Google Pay, PhonePe, and Paytm, ensuring you get the best out of your mobile banking experience. Stop waiting for server issues! Learn how to activate UPI Lite on your favorite payment apps to enjoy lightning-fast, pi...

Best UPI Apps in India 2026: Top Picks for Secure & Rewarding Transactions

UPI has become the heartbeat of India’s digital economy. Whether you are at a busy chai tapri or a supermarket checkout, we have all faced that awkward moment: you scan the QR code, enter your PIN, and... the wheel keeps spinning. "Payment Pending" turns into "Transaction Failed," but the money is debited. In 2026, with the NPCI processing billions of transactions, reliable apps aren't a luxury—they are a necessity. But with rising fraud reports and server downtime, which app can you actually trust? This guide highlights the fast payment apps India users trust for instant transfers and merchant acceptance. Best UPI Apps in India 2026: A comparison of PhonePe, GPay, Paytm, Amazon Pay, and CRED for secure, fast, and rewarding transactions. This comparison is our pick for the Best UPI apps in India for 2026 — rated for uptime, speed, and rewards. Before you dive into the tech, if you are in your 20s, ensure your foundational financial ha...