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…
Enacted in 2015, the Black Money (Undisclosed Foreign Income and Assets) and Imposition of Tax Act was introduced by the Indian Parliament to curb “black money”, particularly undisclosed foreign income and assets held by Indian residents. The Act primarily targets foreign income and assets that remain undisclosed to Indian tax authorities. Given the cross-border nature of black money, a robust legal and administrative framework is…
Selling property often brings the responsibility of paying capital gains tax on the profit earned. Fortunately, Indian tax laws provide exemptions under Sections 54, 54F, and 54B if the gains are reinvested in specified assets. However, many taxpayers find it challenging to reinvest their capital gains before filing their Income Tax Return (ITR). To address this issue, the government introduced the Capital Gains Account Scheme…
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…
The Goods and Services Tax (GST) is set for its biggest reform since 2017, With the government working on a revamped structure, popularly known as GST 2.0, aimed at making essentials cheaper, simplifying tax slabs, and boosting the economy. For the common man, this reform is not just about tax rules; it’s about lower bills, affordable services, and greater savings each month. What the Government…
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…
Input Tax Credit (ITC) is a key feature of India’s Goods and Services Tax (GST) system. It enables registered taxpayers to reduce their tax liability by claiming credit for the GST paid on purchases or expenses incurred in the course of business. To claim ITC lawfully and accurately, specific conditions must be met and proper documentation must be maintained. A registered person, including an Input…
The Income Tax Department has launched a nationwide drive to crack down on large-scale manipulation, where false claims of deductions have been identified and are currently under scruty. Tax authorities are leveraging multiple databases with the help of Artificial Intelligence to detect and investigate these discrepancies. The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) states that while the primary focus is on deductions related to fake…
Taking a company public through an Initial Public Offering (IPO) is a major milestone. While much attention is given to strategic, legal, and commercial factors, financial and accounting preparedness is equally vital to ensure a smooth and successful listing process. Outlined below are the key accounting and compliance areas that companies must address before embarking on their IPO journey: 1. Preparation of Restated Financial Statements…
