17 Apr, 2025
The focus keyphrase “Goa University affiliation fees” has gained attention after a recent High Court verdict clarified that these fees are not subject to GST. This decision offers critical relief to educational institutions facing tax demands from authorities. What Did the High Court Rule? The High Court of Bombay at Goa recently ruled that affiliation […]
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TSMC Q1 2025: Why Indian Tax Professionals Should Pay Attention TSMC Q1 2025 results may seem far removed from India’s tax landscape—but they’re not. With revenue up 35% YoY, TSMC’s performance offers important clues about India’s semiconductor policy, import duties, and even GST exemptions on fab investments. Key Highlights from TSMC Q1 2025 Why This […]
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Understanding U.S. Tariffs and Their Ripple Effect on Indian TradeFocus Keyphrase: U.S. tariffs impact The recent surge in U.S. tariffs—particularly a 245% duty on Chinese EVs and syringes—has reignited global trade tensions. While the headlines focus on China and the U.S., Indian exporters are not immune. The U.S. tariffs impact is already pushing supply chains, […]
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IntroductionChina Bitcoin sale has triggered global headlines—and Indian taxpayers are watching closely. As China’s government sells crypto assets despite its trading ban, many are asking: how would Indian laws respond to such a situation? Let’s break it down. Why Is China Selling Bitcoin? India angle: If Indian authorities were to seize crypto, would the government […]
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OpenAI’s New Platform: More Than Just a Rival to X? OpenAI is reportedly building a new AI-powered social media platform—one that could directly challenge X (formerly Twitter). While still under wraps, early leaks suggest it may integrate powerful tools like ChatGPT’s image generation, reshaping how users post, interact, and create. Let’s break down what this […]
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China GDP Surge: What It Means for Indian Trade & Taxes China’s GDP grew by 5.4% in Q1 2025, defying expectations even amid rising US tariffs. While this may sound like distant macro news, Indian businesses—especially importers, exporters, and logistics firms—need to pay attention. Why? Because global trade winds directly influence tax planning, pricing strategies, […]
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U.S. Tariff Impact Hits Hong Kong Post: What It Means for Trade The U.S. tariff impact has just escalated. Hong Kong’s postal authority has suspended parcel services to the U.S. due to rising American tariffs. This abrupt move, effective immediately, signals how trade policies can trigger global supply disruptions—even outside formal customs. Let’s decode this […]
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Money Laundering Case: ED Arrests Ex-KBDC MD in Bengaluru The Enforcement Directorate (ED) arrested Ms. R. Leelavathy, former Managing Director of Karnataka Bhovi Development Corporation (KBDC), on 12th April 2025 under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002. The arrest came after she was allegedly found involved in laundering illicit funds. The Hon’ble Special […]
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Govt Confirms SGB Reserve Coverage: Key Relief for Investors Nearly half of all outstanding Sovereign Gold Bonds (SGBs) are now backed by actual government reserves, offering critical confidence to investors ahead of large-scale redemptions. As of March 20, 2025, 130 tons of gold remain outstanding under SGBs. The Gold Reserve Fund (GRF) can cover 60–65 […]
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By March 31, 2025, India recorded 9.19 crore income tax return filings for FY 2024-25 — a consistent rise from previous years. Of these, 8.64 crore returns were successfully e-verified, and refunds of over ₹4.35 lakh crore have already been issued, as per the Income Tax Department portal. This reflects a broader shift in taxpayer […]
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