National Startup Awards 5.0: Celebrating India’s Most Impactful Startups
The National Startup Awards 5.0 (NSA 5.0) is a flagship initiative by Startup India, under the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT). aiming to recognize and reward outstanding startups and ecosystem enablers that are building innovative products or solutions and scalable enterprises, with high potential of employment generation or wealth creation, demonstrating […]
Be the Ocean: Build a Business with Calm, Focus, and Depth Lessons
Bhagavad Gita: Chapter 2, Verse 70 Unshakeable Calm in Entrepreneurship In today’s fast-paced Business world, where goals, desires, and distractions flood us like rushing rivers, how do we stay centered and focused? How do we filter out noise and build resilience as entrepreneurs? Bhagavad Gita: Chapter 2, Verse 70 Sanskrit: _“आपूर्यमाणमचलप्रतिष्ठं समुद्रमापः प्रविशन्ति यद्वत्। तद्वत्कामा […]
Zero touch Regulatory Reporting – The Future of Compliance
In an era where financial compliance is more dynamic and demanding than ever, organizations are turning to technology not just for support, but for transformation. One such innovation making waves in the finance and accounting (FnA) domain is Zero-touch Regulatory Reporting. This paradigm shift enables companies to automate the end-to-end process of regulatory submissions with minimal to […]
ITR Filing Last Date FY 2024-25 (AY 2025-26): Key Deadlines, Benefits & Updates
Filing your Income Tax Return (ITR) is not just a legal requirement—it’s a financial best practice that ensures compliance, prevents penalties, and unlocks various benefits like refunds and loan approvals. As we step into a fresh assessment cycle, it’s crucial to be aware of the ITR filing due dates for FY 2024-25 (AY 2025-26), the […]
HSN & Document Reporting Made Mandatory in GSTR-1 from May 2025
Starting from the May 2025 return period, the Goods and Services Tax (GST) portal is rolling out critical updates for taxpayers. These updates apply to Table 12 (HSN code reporting) and Table 13 (document details) of GSTR-1 and GSTR-1A. These changes follow the phase-wise implementation announced under Notification No. 78/2020 – Central Tax dated October […]
Awake to What Truly Matters: Bhagavad Gita for Entrepreneurs
Awake to what truly matters: Bhagavad Gita
Brand Usage in Related Parties: GST Lessons from Mahindra & Mahindra’s ₹146 Cr Notice
Introduction: When companies in the same group use the same brand name, it might seem like a simple internal arrangement. However, the recent case with Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) shows us that this can have serious tax consequences under the Goods and Services Tax (GST) law. M&M received a massive ₹146 crore tax notice because […]
May 2025 Tax Compliance Calendar: Key Due Dates for TDS, GST, PF, ESI & More
Tax deadlines can easily slip through the cracks, especially with multiple filings falling in the same month. May 2025 is packed with compliance obligations for businesses, professionals, and accountants. From TDS payments to GST returns and LLP filings, each due date has legal and financial implications. To make it easier, we’ve created a concise, easy-to-read […]
Focusing on Operating Cash Flows helps Businesses Maintain a Strong Grip on Day-to-Day Financial Health
In everyday business operations, monitoring operating cash flows is critical. While income statements show profits, they don’t always reflect the actual cash position. That’s why the operating activities section of the cash flow statement becomes a vital tool. Operating activities are those business functions that relate directly to revenue generation sales, purchases, payments to employees […]
Gujarat High Court Allows GST Refund Even After Time Limit – A Relief for Businesses
The Gujarat High Court has issued a major ruling that benefits honest taxpayers. The court declared that GST paid by mistake can be refunded — even if the refund request is made after two years. This decision reaffirms a simple truth: money collected without legal authority must be returned. Case Summary What Actually Happened? Aalidhra […]