Redevelopment hardship compensation is capital, while gross salary reporting alone cannot determine taxability or defeat evidenced deductions.

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....Redevelopment hardship and displacement compensation received for vacating residential premises under a redevelopment agreement is treated as a capital receipt where it is not consideration for independent services or otherwise revenue in nature. Its taxability does not depend on alternative-accommodation rent or an erroneous offer to tax. Gross salary reported in Form 26AS does not by itself determine taxable salary; exempt components, including eligible gratuity, require component-wise examination against Form 16 and settlement records. Documentary proof of a qualifying donation and bank payment supports the deduction. Savings-bank interest included in gross total income qualifies for the corresponding deduction within the prescribed limit.....