The Times of India

Paying rent in Bengaluru? Your tax math may change with proposed 50% House Rent Allowance exemption

Bengaluru's salaried employees are set for a significant tax boost as draft rules propose a 50% House Rent Allowance exemption, aligning the city with Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, and Chennai. This move, expected to benefit lakhs facing high rentals, raises the deduction ceiling and offers tangible savings. The inclusion marks a welcome shift, finally recognizing Bengaluru's economic stature.