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12 Mar 26

TDS Compliance Framework in India: New Returns, Certificates, Due Dates and Consequences

TDS Compliance Framework in India: New Returns, Certificates, Due Dates and Consequences India’s tax administration relies heavily on the Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) system to ensure timely collection of taxes. Over the years, the TDS framework has evolved into a comprehensive compliance mechanism requiring businesses to deduct tax, deposit…

11 Mar 26

Budgeting, Forecasting & Rolling Projections: A CFO’s Playbook for SMEs

Budgeting, Forecasting & Rolling Projections: A CFO’s Playbook for SMEs Introduction: Why Traditional Budgets No Longer Work for SMEs Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) today operate in an environment marked by volatile demand, fluctuating input costs, changing interest rates, and evolving regulatory frameworks. In such conditions, relying solely on traditional…

Audit of Foreign Companies in India Statutory Audit & Compliance

07 Mar 26

Audit of Foreign Companies in India: Statutory Audit, Schedule III, Ind AS / IFRS, and Compliance Guide

Audit of Foreign Companies in India: Statutory Audit, Schedule III, Ind AS / IFRS, and Compliance Guide India has become a preferred destination for foreign companies, multinational corporations, and global universities establishing branch offices, liaison offices, and project offices. While setting up business presence in India offers significant opportunities, it…

06 Mar 26

Financial Statements of Foreign Companies in India

Financial Statements of Foreign Companies in India Introduction: Financial Reporting Obligations of Foreign Companies in India India has witnessed a significant increase in foreign investment, global universities, multinational corporations, and financial institutions establishing branch offices, liaison offices, project offices, and campuses. While these entities may be incorporated outside India, their…

05 Mar 26

Taxation of Foreign Companies in India: Income Tax and Compliance Framework

Taxation of Foreign Companies in India: Income Tax and Compliance Framework Introduction and Definition of Foreign Company under Income-tax Act India has become a major destination for multinational corporations, foreign investors, and global institutions establishing operations, branch offices, and project presence. Companies planning market entry must first understand the process…

02 Mar 26

How Virtual CFOs Help Promoters Make Better Capital Allocation Decisions

How Virtual CFOs Help Promoters Make Better Capital Allocation Decisions Capital Allocation: The Most Critical Decision for Promoters For promoters and family business owners, capital allocation is the most consequential decision they make—often more important than day-to-day operations. Every rupee invested, whether in expansion, diversification, or capacity build-up, has a…

What a Virtual CFO Sets Up in the First 90 Days

26 Feb 26

What Data & Systems a Virtual CFO Sets Up in the First 90 Days

What Data & Systems a Virtual CFO Sets Up in the First 90 Days When businesses engage a Virtual CFO, they often expect better reports, improved cash flow visibility, or sharper financial advice. What many underestimate, however, is that the real value of a Virtual CFO is established in the…

Budget 2026 GST Amendment Export Benefits for Intermediary Services

25 Feb 26

Budget 2026 GST Amendment: Export Status for Intermediary Services after Omission of Section 13(8)(b) – Compliance and Refund Guide

Budget 2026 GST Amendment: Export Status for Intermediary Services after Omission of Section 13(8)(b) – Compliance and Refund Guide Introduction – Budget 2026 Resolves Long-Standing GST Issue for Intermediary Services The Finance Bill, 2026 has proposed a landmark amendment under the GST framework by omitting Section 13(8)(b) of the IGST…

Costly Business Mistakes Without CFO Oversight and How to Fix Them

24 Feb 26

Common Mistakes Businesses Make Without CFO Oversight—and How to Fix Them

Common Mistakes Businesses Make Without CFO Oversight—and How to Fix Them In India’s fast-evolving business environment, many SMEs and startups pride themselves on agility, founder involvement, and lean teams. While this entrepreneurial spirit drives growth, it often comes with a blind spot—the absence of structured CFO oversight. Most businesses assume…

23 Feb 26

Registration of Foreign Companies in India: Companies Act, FEMA, and ROC Compliance Guide

Registration of Foreign Companies in India: Companies Act, FEMA, and ROC Compliance Guide Introduction and Definition of Foreign Company under Companies Act, 2013 India has emerged as a leading global destination for foreign investment, innovation, and startup expansion. Foreign promoters and companies are increasingly establishing branch offices, project offices, and…

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