Ajay Bhushan Pandey, NFRA Chairman, Emphasizes Focus on Audit Quality Ajay Bhushan Pandey, the chairman of the National Financial Reporting Authority (NFRA), recently discussed the upcoming annual inspections of major audit firms in a conversation with ET. Contrary to speculation, Pandey clarified that these inspections
CBDT Allows Rectification of Incorrect Audit Report Forms for A.Y. 2023-24 In a recent development, the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) issued Circular No. 02/2024 dated March 05, 2024, granting a window for trusts and institutions to rectify incorrect audit report forms submitted for
Real Estate Firms Seek Relief from GST Authorities Real estate firms across India are currently facing a challenging situation as they have received notices from GST authorities regarding unpaid taxes on intra-group royalty payments and corporate guarantees. These payments, utilized for brand name usage in
Introduction In a bid to bolster tax transparency and ensure compliance among taxpayers, the Income Tax Department has taken proactive steps to address discrepancies in financial transaction information. Through the Annual Information Statement (AIS) module, the department provides taxpayers with access to data on specified
Deceptive Scheme Unveiled A startling incident unfolded in Market Yard involving a deceptive scheme orchestrated by a group of five individuals masquerading as officers from the Goods and Services Tax (GST) department, accompanied by one posing as a journalist. Their fraudulent raid at a local
Introduction The Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises took a major step towards simplifying the registration process for Informal Micro Enterprises (IMEs) with the launch of the Udyam Assist Platform on January 11, 2023. Implemented by SIDBI, this initiative aimed to issue Udyam Assist
Introduction The Goa Goods and Services Tax (GST) Department recently issued Trade Circular GVAT No. 6 of 2023-24 on February 29, 2024. This circular introduces a streamlined process for settling dues under the Goa (Recovery of Arrears of Tax, Interest, Penalty, Other Dues through Settlement)
Introduction: Amidst swirling reports regarding financial assistance from the central government to Kerala, State Finance Minister K N Balagopal took to social media on Friday to address the matter. Clarification of Financial Assistance Reports: Balagopal clarified that the reported financial aid was, in fact, a
Overview: The Supreme Court delivered a landmark ruling on Monday, stating that Members of Parliament (MPs) and Members of Legislative Assemblies (MLAs) are not immune from prosecution for accepting bribes in exchange for making a speech or casting a vote in the legislature. Background: A
Introduction: In a significant turn of events in Andhra Pradesh, the arrest of P Sarath, a former director of a private company, has brought to the forefront allegations of defrauding the state government through deceptive practices. Arrest and Allegations: On February 29, Machavaram Police took
