How will loss set and carry forward work in case of equities since they were tax free on LTCG till last year?

Now that LTCG on equity and equity funds are also being taxed, can you tell me how the loss set offs will work in this case?

Is it possible scenario that I make profit on sale of assets but still declare loss for the Income Tax purpose?

I have a loss in my house property in the form of interest paid on home loan. Can I set off that loss against my STCG or LTCG? What is permitted?

What are the major private placements of bonds that were done in the last five years and what is their size in these cases?

What is your view on Lupin stock since it has got into profit from loss last year? Should I buy more of this stock at current prices?

Are equity capital gains no longer tax free from financial year 2018-19?

Can you explain how the input tax credit (ITC) will work in case of GST on gold?

Can you explain how the Settlement Procedure works in case of SLBS transactions on the NSE?

Can you throw some light on some of the major offers for sale in the last year since beginning of the 2018?

Does the definition of 12 months apply in case of house property or 36 months for the long term asset classification?