HC seeks govt reply on auto TDS refund plea

The Delhi High Court has asked the government for its response on a plea. This plea seeks automatic tax deducted at source refunds for individuals not owing income tax. Currently, these individuals must file an income tax return to claim their refunds. The court is considering directing immediate processing of unclaimed TDS refunds up to ₹5,000. A permanent automatic TDS refund mechanism for future years is also being sought.

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