Commissions to own subsidiaries which makes mis-selling by banks The numbers from FY24 commissions show a massive reliance by banks on distribution income — especially from their own subsidiaries which makes the “mis-selling” concern very real. Let’s break it down: 1. HDFC Bank alone earned nearly 30% of the total commissions (INR 6,467 cr out of …
ITC Best Practices under Goods and Services Tax – Conditions, Documentation Eligibility, and Restrictions etc Input Tax Credit is one of the most significant features of India’s Goods and Services Tax framework. It allows registered taxpayers to reduce their tax liability by claiming credit for the GST paid on purchases or business-related expenses. But, …
Tax Audit: The difference between business & profession matters a lot The difference between “business” and “profession” matters a lot for tax rates, deductions, compliance requirements, and even audit applicability — and misclassification can lead to penalties, back taxes, and disputes with the department. Definitions under the Act Section 2(13) – Business Includes trade, commerce, …
Insolvency Resolution Process for Corporate Persons) (Fifth Amendment) Regulations, 2025 – 5th Amendments Procedural & disclosure in CIRP framework The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India (Insolvency Resolution Process for Corporate Persons) (Fifth Amendment) Regulations, 2025 introduces important procedural and disclosure-related amendments to the CIRP framework under the IBC. These amendments Reinforce the importance of …
Comprehensive Guidance by Peer Review Board for Peer Reviewers The list you’ve shared outlines comprehensive advisories issued by the Peer Review Board for Peer Reviewers. This framework ensures you conduct peer reviews with integrity, quality assurance, and adherence to standards, while fulfilling all requirements of the ICAI Peer Review Board. Here’s a structured summary and …
Big Update from Income Tax Portal! As per Finance Act 2025 Taxpayers can now file an updated ITR (ITR-U) for up to 4 assessment years! Taxpayers can now revise their returns for up to 4 assessment years—a significant extension from the earlier 2-year limit under Section 139(8A). Who should consider filing ITR-U? Missed reporting income …
Overview Audit responsibilities & Mgt expectations in Audit Trail Audit trail features in accounting software, as per amendments to the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014 and Companies (Audit and Auditors) Rules, 2014. Auditors’ responsibilities and management’s obligations under the revised Rule 3(1) of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014, and Rule 11(g) of the Companies (Audit and …
INSURANCE POLICY & REGULATORY UPDATES GST on Insurance Premiums : GST Council is considering reducing GST on health and life insurance premiums from 18% to 5% while retaining input tax credit – aiming to improve affordability. Disclosure of Existing Policies – SC Ruling : Supreme Court says non-disclosure of existing life insurance policies when buying …
Analysis of the Admissibility of Section 54C Applications Filed After 14 Days of a Section 7 Application This article examines whether an application under Section 54C of the IBC Code can be admitted if filed after 14 days from the filing of a Section 7 application. Moreover, it explores whether 14-day period u/s 11A(3) is …
Income Tax Bill, 2025 empowers for tax authorities to access digital platforms The proposed Income Tax Bill, 2025, introduces expanded powers for tax authorities to access various digital platforms as social media accounts, emails, and online financial accounts during investigations into suspected tax evasion. This includes the authority to override access codes to computer systems …