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  How Much Can You Deduct for Charitable Donations? Updated Guide for 2025 India has always had this culture of giving. From helping your neighbour during Diwali cleaning to supporting big causes, giving is part of who we are. And, here’s the nice part! You can actually reduce your taxes while doing it. Yes, donations to approved organisations can lower your taxable income. So, you get to help society and manage your finances better. Not bad, right? As FY 2025–26 kicks off, knowing the rules and limits is kind of essential. Otherwise, you might end up missing out on deductions. You might end up scrambling for receipts at the last minute. Understanding Tax Benefits Alright, here’s the gist. Donations fall under Section 80G of the Income Tax Act. But! Not all donations are treated the same. Some donations allow 100% deduction without limit, like contributions to the Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund or the National Defence Fund. Others allow a 50% deduction without limit. Then th...

Eye Health and Disability: Why Accessibility Matters in Indian Healthcare Eye health is way more than just checking vision. It’s about independence, dignity, being able to get around, and living your life. And in India, millions of people live with visual impairments. Some have low vision. Others are completely blind. And honestly? Many of these issues could have been prevented or treated if care were actually accessible. But here’s the thing: accessing eye care isn’t exactly easy. Not because the need isn’t there. The need is huge. But the challenges make it complicated. Physical barriers, money issues, awareness gaps, and social stigma. All of these pile up. Inclusive eye health in India isn’t a luxury anymore. It’s a right. And yes, I know it’s tricky in a country this big and diverse, but that doesn’t make it any less necessary. How Big Is the Problem? India actually has nearly a third of the world’s blind population. Over 55 million people live with some sort of visual impairment....