India continues to make steady strides toward a more inclusive and transparent employment ecosystem. In its latest move to strengthen social security for the workforce, the Government of India has launched the Employees’ Enrolment Campaign, 2025 (EEC 2025) under the Employees’ Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952 (EPF Act). This campaign, effective from 1 November 2025 to 30 April 2026, offers a one-time opportunity…
In today’s data-driven business environment, Excel is more than just a spreadsheet tool. It’s the backbone of analysis, reporting, forecasting, and decision-making. Whether you’re preparing client financials, compiling operational data, or summarizing project metrics, your Excel file is often the foundation on which key business choices are made. But in our rush to meet tight deadlines, it’s easy to fall into the trap of speed…
When you think of a Chief Financial Officer (CFO), what comes to mind? For most, its balance sheets, audits, or perhaps the tax department breathing down your neck. But in today’s business world—especially in India, where companies are navigating rapid growth, complex regulations, and global competition—the role of the CFO has become far more dynamic. A modern CFO wears multiple hats, each crucial to the…
In a world that never slows down, It’s easy to rush through tasks without truly noticing them—even those that genuinely spark our interest. Our capacity to focus on a single task seems to shrink with each passing day. In this environment, a meticulous person naturally stands out. The good news is that being meticulous doesn’t require advanced skills or special training. It simply means cultivating…
Succession planning is more than deciding who will take over your business or manage your wealth. It is about ensuring a smooth, efficient, and sustainable transfer of assets. Without proper planning, successions can lead to high tax burdens, liquidity challenges, and even family disputes. Tax-efficient succession planning helps avoid these issues by creating a well-structured approach that safeguards your wealth, ensures a seamless transition, and…
As cybercrime becomes more advanced and prevalent, Accounts Payable (AP) operations have emerged as a key vulnerability in many organizations’ financial processes. With increasing volumes of vendor invoices, payment instructions, and sensitive financial data being shared, often over email, the risk of cyber threats, fraud, and data compromise has never been greater. Why AP Is a Prime Target for Cybercriminals Accounts Payable involves the disbursement…
As India integrates more deeply into global trade, companies are becoming increasingly vulnerable to foreign currency risk, where even minor exchange rate fluctuations can have a significant impact on profitability, cash flows, and asset values. To manage this risk, Indian businesses commonly rely on forward contracts as a key tool in their foreign exchange hedging strategy. In this article, you will discover what forward contracts…
Work discipline is more than just following the rules and policies. It means being dependable, managing your time well, and working with respect for others. It is what keeps a team productive and connected. Think of how ants operate: they move in perfect coordination, each ant takes responsibility, and together they collect food and build their home. That’s how discipline works: everyone plays their part…
In the complex world of monetary policy, few decisions attract as much attention as changes to the repo rate. When a central bank—like the Reserve Bank of India (RBI)—cuts the repo rate, it sends ripples across the entire economy. But what does a repo rate cut actually mean, and why should individuals, businesses, and investors care? What is the Repo Rate? The repo rate, officially…
As a Chartered Accountant (CA), life often revolves around numbers, deadlines, and high expectations. The profession demands precision, diligence, and sometimes, sacrifices of personal time to fulfill professional commitments. But beyond the spreadsheets, tax filings, and audits lies an equally important facet – the pursuit of a balanced and fulfilling life.
