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Asked by Anonymous - Sep 16, 2025Hindi
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Hi, My question is I have my us based company stocks which my company given me. Now total amount is 20lakhs out of that company provided me 10lakhs and capital gain is 10lakhs. What could be long-term capital tax on this?

Ans: Indian residents have long-term capital gains from US stocks when the holding period is more than 24 months (or 2 years)
Long-term capital gains are taxed at 12.5% (post 2024 budget, earlier it was 20%).

You can look at diversifying your portfolio since US stock prices are at an all time high and Indian markets have been consolidating for the last 15 months, so good time to invest some monies in India from a 5 year point of view.

Please note that these suggestions are based on your stated goals and the information you provided. It is always a good idea to consult with a financial advisor in person to better understand your risk tolerance, time horizon, and specific financial goals.

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Lic policy jeevan aadhar for handicap son taken 1995 for 20 years. Life assured was my self father. Last premium paid in2015. 2026 son expired who was nominee This policy how our paid money with benefits wd be returned. Please advice. My age 70 and appointee 67 my wife still alive. Thanks.
Ans: I am very sorry to hear about your loss. This is an emotional situation along with a financial question. I will explain this in a simple and clear way so you can take the right steps.

» Understanding your policy structure

You have mentioned:

– Policy taken in 1995
– Premium paying term completed in 2015
– Life assured is yourself (father)
– Nominee/beneficiary was your son (who is now expired)
– You and your wife are alive

This type of policy was meant to support a dependent (your son) after the life assured.

» What happens when nominee (son) expires before claim

In such cases, the policy does not get cancelled.

Since:

– life assured (you) is still alive
– policy has already completed premium payment

The policy continues in force.

But the nominee benefit cannot be paid to your son now.

So the benefit will be payable to legal heirs or as per updated nomination.

» What are your options now

You have two main options.

Option 1 – Continue the policy till maturity or claim event

– policy will pay maturity or death benefit as per terms
– proceeds will go to legal heir / updated nominee
– you can update nomination now (for example, your wife)

Option 2 – Surrender or exit (if allowed)

– you may receive surrender value (if applicable)
– amount may be lower than full benefit
– depends on policy terms and current status

Before taking this step, it is important to check surrender value.

» Important step you must do immediately

Please update the nomination.

Since your son (nominee) has expired:

– submit a nomination change request
– add your wife or legal heir as nominee

Without this, claim settlement may get delayed later.

» How the money will be paid eventually

Depending on policy terms:

– either lump sum amount
– or annuity/pension type benefit

This will now go to the updated nominee or legal heir.

» Documents you should keep ready

– policy document
– your ID proof
– your son’s death certificate
– nominee update form
– bank details

These will be required for any future claim or update.

» Best practical step now

– visit nearest LIC branch
– explain full situation
– check current policy status
– confirm maturity benefit or claim structure
– update nomination immediately

Avoid relying only on assumptions because this policy type has specific conditions.

» Finally

Your policy is still valid because you (life assured) are alive. The benefit will not go to your expired son, but can be redirected to your legal heir after updating nomination.

Immediate action required is nomination update and policy status confirmation with LIC.

Best Regards,

K. Ramalingam, MBA, CFP,

Chief Financial Planner,

www.holisticinvestment.in

https://www.linkedin.com/in/ramalingamcfp/

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