Government Policy & Regulations and Taxation :Union & State Budget analysis
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NITI Aayog’s 17 Reforms to Boost MSMEs: A Game-Changer for Small Businesses! A high-level committee led by NITI Aayog member Rajiv Gauba has proposed a comprehensive package of at least 17 reforms aimed at easing the regulatory and financial burden on Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). The recommendations are being reviewed by government ministries […]
SEBI Revamps IPO Anchor Investor Norms; Raises Reservation Limit to 40% to Boost Domestic Participation. The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has amended its regulations to increase the overall anchor investor reservation in initial public offerings (IPOs) to 40% from the previous 33%, with a specific earmark for domestic institutional investors. These changes,
India–Belgium Tax Treaty Gets a Major Upgrade! The protocol amending the India-Belgium Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement (DTAA) recently entered into force, with a notification issued by India’s Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) on November 10, 2025. The “major upgrade” is the expansion of the scope of information exchange to curb tax evasion and avoidance
Selling Property in India as an NRI – Here’s Your Complete Tax & FEMA Guide! Selling property in India as a Non-Resident Indian (NRI) involves specific tax and Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA) regulations. Key steps include understanding capital gains tax, managing Tax Deducted at Source (TDS), adhering to repatriation limits, and ensuring proper documentation.
Cabinet Approves ₹25,000 Crore Export Promotion Mission: A Game-Changer for India’s Export Growth and MSME Competitiveness The Union Cabinet has given its approval to a major export-boosting initiative: the Export Promotion Mission (EPM) with an outlay of ₹25,060 crore spanning six years from FY 2025-26 to FY 2030-31. This initiative will consolidate fragmented schemes into
Tax Implications for Shares Issued at Premium: What You Need to Know! Understand the tax implications of shares issued at premium under Section 56(2)(viib) of the Income Tax Act. Learn about FMV valuation methods under Rule 11UA, startup DPIIT exemptions, compliance requirements, and how closely held companies can avoid angel tax risks in India. When
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CBDT’s New Rules for Faster Tax Refunds and ITR Corrections. New CBDT rules empower the Commissioner of Income Tax (CPC), Bengaluru, to rectify obvious errors. This move aims to expedite the correction of accounting mistakes, reduce administrative delays, and ensure timely and accurate refunds for taxpayers, enhancing compliance and transparency. The Central Board of Direct
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Digital Gold Investment Warning: Why Digital Gold is Unsafe and You May Lose All Your Savings! Digital gold investments through apps may look convenient but carry serious risks. Learn why digital gold is not regulated by SEBI or RBI, the hidden charges involved, and safer alternatives like Gold ETFs and Sovereign Gold Bonds before investing
Reimbursements or Technical Services’? The Cross-Border Tax Debate. The cross-border tax debate over whether a payment constitutes a “reimbursement” or “fees for technical services (FTS)” is critical because it determines if the payment is subject to withholding tax in the source country (e.g., India). The Core Distinction: Reimbursements: Generally, a pure reimbursement of actual expenses
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PAN DEACTIVATION ALERT: Link Your PAN with Aadhaar Before January 1, 2026, or Face Consequences: Linking your PAN with Aadhaar by December 31, 2025, is crucial to avoid deactivation from January 1, 2026. Failure to link will render your PAN inoperative, preventing ITR filing, refunds, and potentially impacting salary credits and investments. The process can
