<h1>Tax Filing Deadline Extended to 5th August 2013 Due to Increased E-Filing Activity and Portal Access Issues.</h1> The deadline for filing tax returns has been extended from 31st July 2013 to 5th August 2013 due to a significant increase in e-filing activity. Up to 30th July 2013, 92.03 lakh returns were e-filed, marking a 46.8% rise compared to the same period last year. The extension addresses issues faced by taxpayers who experienced difficulties accessing the e-filing portal, primarily due to local internet service providers' network constraints. Taxpayers are encouraged to utilize this extension to complete their filings after settling any due taxes.