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I-T dept gets kudos for faster refunds

The government has speeded up tax refunds with some taxpayers getting them within a week of filing returns. The quick response has helped the tax department win accolades -a rarity given that in the past it has faced criticism for holding up refunds to show healthier government finances.
ā€œHistoric! I-T refund in less than a month of filing! Jai Ho!ā€œ tweeted Bhaskar Bhattacharya, a former MNC executive. Others such as chartered accountant Kamlesh Vikamsey and Krish tweeted that they received refunds within a week and 10 days, respectively .
The government is now looking to improve the process further. ā€œHave noted the other suggestions regarding I-T refunds. Will have them looked into,ā€œ revenue secretary Shaktikanta Das tweeted.
Times of India, New Delhi, 24th Augsut 2015

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