In this edition we have tried to bring you notice the latest amendment that followed in the month of April, 2025 issued by MCA, SEBI, RBI and etc. MCA Proposed Amendment in Companies (Compromises, Arrangements and Amalgamations) Rules, 2016 Budget announcement (2025-2026), Para 101, inter alia, states that the scope for fast track mergers will also be widened and the […]
Warburg Pincus and the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA) will invest $877 million (around INR 7,421 crores) in IDFC First Bank. The bank’s board has approved a preferential equity issue of $576 million (around INR 4,876 crores) to Warburg Pincus and $310 million (around INR 2,624 crores) to ADIA, subject to shareholder and regulatory approvals. The funds will strengthen the […]
Private Agreements Do Not Override Statutory RCM Liability – Allahabad High Court Private Agreements Do Not Override Statutory RCM Liability – Allahabad High Court Facts: The petitioner (a service recipient) entered into an agreement with the supplier where the supplier agreed to bear all GST liabilities. However, GST authorities demanded tax under the Reverse Charge Mechanism (RCM) from the petitioner. […]
NOTIFICATION G.S.R. 252(E) [NO. 35/2025/F.NO. 370142/11/2025-TPL], DATED 22-4-2025 The CBDT vide notification dated 22.04.2025; notifies 10 luxury goods liable to TCS; list includes home theatre systems, shoes, handbags etc. NOTIFICATION NO. 25/2025 [G.S.R. 217(E)/F. NO. 370142/1/2025-TPL], DATED 3-4-2025 Person allotted PAN based on enrollment ID shall intimate his Aadhaar Number on or before 31-12-2025. NOTIFICATION NO. 30/2025 [G.S.R. 221(E)/F.NO. 370142/29/2024-TPL], DATED […]
In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, financial agility and strategic oversight are more crucial than ever. For startups, SMEs, and even established enterprises, navigating complex financial challenges while focusing on core business operations can be overwhelming. This is where a Virtual CFO (Chief Financial Officer) steps in as a transformative solution. A VCFO offers the expertise of a traditional CFO […]
Contrasting sector trends, a shaky export environment, and cautious optimism in property markets shape the UK’s economic outlook. Diverging Fortunes Across Sectors The UK economy started 2025 on uncertain footing, with overall output dipping by 0.1% in January. The production sector faced the biggest setbacks, shrinking by 0.9% as mining, quarrying, and manufacturing activities declined. Mining and quarrying saw the […]
In this edition we have tried to bring to your notice the latest amendment that followed in the month of March, 2025 issued by MCA, SEBI and RBI. SEBI Faster Rights Issue with a flexibility of allotment to specific investor SEBI vide its circular dated March 11, 2025, introduced changes to streamline the Rights Issue process, aimed at improving efficiency […]
Patanjali, DS Group To Buy Magma General For Over $500 Mn To Enter Insurance Sector Patanjali Ayurved Ltd and the DS Group have partnered to enter India’s insurance sector by acquiring Magma General Insurance Ltd from Sanoti Properties LLP (owned by Adar Poonawalla) and other shareholders. The acquisition, valued at approximately $517 million (around INR 4500 crores), is pending regulatory […]
Key GST Amendments Effective April 1, 2025 The Goods and Services Tax (GST) framework in India is set to undergo significant amendments to enhance compliance, streamline tax administration, and improve transparency in business transactions. Below are the major changes: 1. Tax Rate Changes Used Car Sales: GST rate increased from 12% to 18%, impacting the pre-owned car market. GST Rates […]
NOTIFICATION G.S.R. 207(E) [NO. 23/2025/F. NO. 370142/10/2025-TPL], DATED 28-3-2025 The CBDT amends Form 3CD; new clause 36B inserted to report sum received for buyback of shares applicable for AY 2025-26. NOTIFICATION G.S.R. 195(E) [NO. 22/2025/F.NO. 370142/08/2025-TPL], DATED 27-3-2025 The CBDT notifies amendment in Form 26Q & 27Q to include TDS on payment of salary, remuneration, etc. to partner. Lok Sabha passes Finance […]