RBL Bank’s Financial Yoga: Stretching the Truth to New Limits

18 Jan, 2025

In a financial maneuver that could rival the flexibility of a seasoned yogi, RBL Bank has reported its latest quarterly results. With a net profit decline of 86%, settling at ₹32.6 crore, and an intricate interplay of numbers, the bank seems to have struck its own version of the Balancing the Books pose. This fiscal […]

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Disinvestment Target May Shrink This Fiscal

18 Jan, 2025

Government Disinvestment and Asset Monetisation: Revised Targets Ahead The Indian government is expected to scale down its disinvestment and asset monetisation targets for the current fiscal year to less than ₹30,000 crore, a significant drop from the budgeted ₹50,000 crore. This adjustment highlights evolving fiscal priorities amid market and economic dynamics. For the upcoming fiscal […]

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Kotak Mahindra Bank Q3 Earnings: Profit Rises Amid Mixed Asset Quality

18 Jan, 2025

Kotak Mahindra Bank Q3 Earnings: An Analysis of Profit Growth and Asset Quality Kotak Mahindra Bank’s Q3 earnings for FY 2024-25 show a steady profit increase, albeit with some challenges in asset quality. The bank reported a net profit of Rs 3,304.8 crore, marking a 10% year-on-year growth. However, this was marginally below CNBC-TV18’s poll […]

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ED Attaches Assets Worth ₹300 Crore in MUDA Scam Probe

18 Jan, 2025

The Mysore Urban Development Authority (MUDA) case has taken a significant turn with the Enforcement Directorate (ED) attaching assets worth approximately ₹300 crore. This case, rooted in allegations of money laundering, has stirred political controversy, implicating Karnataka’s Chief Minister Siddaramaiah among others. Let’s delve into the latest developments: Asset Attachment by ED The ED has […]

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GST Rate Amendments for 2025: Key Updates and Industry Impacts

18 Jan, 2025

Understanding the latest GST rate amendments for 2025 is crucial for businesses and consumers alike. The 55th GST Council meeting introduced significant changes, aimed at addressing diverse industry needs while simplifying tax compliance. Here’s a detailed look at the updates and their implications. Key GST Notifications and Changes The Union Government issued four pivotal GST […]

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Advisory for Waiver Scheme under Section 128A

18 Jan, 2025

Introduction The GSTN advisory issued on January 14, 2025, outlines the guidelines for taxpayers applying under the Waiver Scheme as per Section 128A of the CGST Act. With this scheme, taxpayers can seek relief by meeting specific eligibility criteria. The advisory provides detailed instructions for filing Forms GST SPL 01 and GST SPL 02, ensuring […]

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GST on Sale Margin of Old EVs and Used Vehicles Explained

18 Jan, 2025

GST on Sale Margin of Old EVs and Used Vehicles: What You Need to Know The Central Board of Indirect Taxes & Customs (CBIC) has introduced a significant update in GST regulations. Effective immediately, an 18% GST will be applied to the sale margin of old and used electric vehicles (EVs), as well as smaller […]

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Big Relief for GST Taxpayers: Know Your Rights & Stay Protected

18 Jan, 2025

GST Arrest Guidelines: Safeguarding Taxpayer Rights Recent amendments by the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) have introduced significant protections for Goods and Services Tax (GST) taxpayers. The updated guidelines mandate transparency in arrests, ensuring taxpayers’ rights are respected. These changes reflect a commitment to procedural fairness and aim to curb arbitrary detentions […]

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India-US ties: Driving innovation in space and tech

18 Jan, 2025

Indo-US Technology Collaboration: A Leap Towards Innovation Recently, SpaceX’s Starbase facility in Texas became the epicenter of a historic event as Elon Musk hosted a delegation of Indian business leaders, emphasizing the strengthening ties between India and the United States in technology and space exploration. Organized by Manoj Ladwa, founder of the India Global Forum […]

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Trump-Backed Crypto Project Eyes TRX Acquisition

18 Jan, 2025

Trump Family’s Crypto Venture to Acquire TRX: What It Means for Investors The Trump-backed cryptocurrency project, World Liberty Financial (WLF), has announced plans to acquire TRX (Tron) for its treasury. This comes after the project raised $90 million through the sale of its own token, WLFI. With Justin Sun, a key figure in the cryptocurrency […]

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