My HB1AC is 8.4. How do I reduce it. I am regularly taking my diabetes medication

Ans: 01. First of all, Collect Form 16 from the bank & calculate your tax liability for the period under reference.
02. Pay the tax due, which does not require any login etc.
03. Penalty of Rs.5,000.00, will have to be paid. However, you may defer the same till filling of ITR.
04. If phone number is still active, you may try to generate password by using the option of "FORGOT PASSWORD."
05. Ultimately, Representative Assessee, shall be will fill the return by getting it approved by IT -Department. This may require certain formalities to be completed at your end.
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Ans: 01. File your ITRs regularly against old PAN. You can EVC through your bank accounts also, where old pan has been mentioned. Alternatively, you may forward ITR-V duly signed to Bangalore, after filing your ITR.
02. You may try the Option of visiting Aadhar Facilitation Center & request them to change your PAN linking with aadhar, by replacing your PAN number.
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Ans: What is your question ? Please be specific for reply.
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Ans: Please visit or contact your old employer or PF Commissioner to settle your problem. You can always claim your dues, without any hitch. However, it may cost you a couple of visits to the office.
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Ans: No. This is not your income, hence it is not taxable in India.
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Ans: Whatever is reflected in 26AS, you can always pay as much tax as you want, without any problem.
Please check your revised ITR again & then proceed to pay tax. This would ensure correct picture.
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Ans: 01. Please refer to the notice you received from IT department. Act accordingly.
02. Henceforth, file your Income Tax Returns on regular basis, whether income is more or less.
ADDITIONAL INPUT :
This is a case of WRONG PLANNING & UN-NECESSARILY AVOIDING TAX LIABILITY. Needs corrective measures.
03. Cheque bounce case should also be filed. Please note that Cheque bounce in case of sale of property may lead to cancellation of Sale Deed, if cheque numbers have been mentioned in the Registered Deed.
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Ans: 01. Income Tax bracket, which you have mentioned would attract Income Tax.
02. You may plan your tax by Investing in Tax Saving Schemes u/s 80-C ( LIC, Tax savings FDRs, some Post Office Schemes, PF, NSC etc.), Mediclaim Policy, Pension Schemes etc. Besides, if you take a housing loan for purchase or Construction of house - its Interest Paid & Repayment of Principal). some exemption would also be available for Education Loan etc.
It depends upon you, how you plan your future. You may choose the tax saving options accordingly.
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Ans: It’s commendable that you’ve built a significant corpus of Rs 70 lakh and have no loans. Let’s analyse your situation and provide a detailed strategy to address potential unemployment and secure your family’s future.

Current Financial Overview
Monthly Salary: Rs 80,000
Monthly Expenses: Rs 60,000
Fund Corpus: Rs 70 lakh
PF Balance: Rs 5 lakh
Family: Wife and 2 kids (aged 7 and 1)
Job Security: Unstable
Immediate Steps to Ensure Financial Security
Create an Emergency Fund
Set aside at least 24 months of living expenses (Rs 15 lakh) in a safe, liquid fund.
Invest in liquid mutual funds or high-yield savings accounts for easy access.
Review and Reduce Expenses
Identify non-essential expenses and reduce them to increase savings.
Prioritise education, healthcare, and basic living expenses for your family.
Health and Life Insurance
Ensure adequate health insurance coverage for the family. Aim for Rs 15–20 lakh of coverage.
Buy term insurance with coverage of at least 15–20 times your annual income.
Build a Contingency Plan
Identify alternative income sources like freelancing, part-time work, or consulting.
Update your skills to improve employability in case of job loss.
Strategies for Your Corpus
Secure Investments
Keep Rs 15–20 lakh in safe instruments like FDs, PPF, or short-term debt funds.
These provide stability and liquidity during uncertain times.
Long-term Growth
Allocate Rs 30 lakh to equity mutual funds for long-term growth.
Choose diversified funds like large-cap or balanced advantage funds.
Education Planning
Start SIPs in mutual funds for your children’s education.
Target a dedicated education corpus by aligning with your children’s future needs.
Retirement Planning
Consolidate and continue building your PF balance.
Invest in NPS or equity mutual funds to secure retirement.
Job Loss Scenario: Survival Plan
Use the emergency fund to manage living expenses.
Avoid withdrawing from long-term investments unless absolutely necessary.
Explore short-term gig opportunities or a part-time job to maintain cash flow.
Action Plan for the Future
Regularly monitor and rebalance your portfolio with a Certified Financial Planner.
Build an additional income stream like tutoring, consulting, or passive investments.
Keep updating skills relevant to your industry to enhance job security.
Final Insights
With your current corpus and careful planning, you can survive a potential job loss. Focus on safeguarding your family’s future by building an emergency fund, securing insurance, and investing systematically. Regular reviews with a Certified Financial Planner will help align your goals and ensure financial stability.

Best Regards,
K. Ramalingam, MBA, CFP,
Chief Financial Planner
www.holisticinvestment.in
https://www.youtube.com/@HolisticInvestment