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Exporters and businesses with inverted duty structures are entitled to GST refunds — but the process is riddled with documentation requirements, time limits, and deficiency memos that delay or deny legitimate claims. This guide covers the complete refund process and how to avoid rejection.

Amazon: Global Taxes and Advertising/Marketing (Facts & Sources) This post summarizes how Amazon reports taxes and advertising/marketing in its public financial filings. It focuses on what is disclosed in official reports and how the figures are presented. 1) Global taxes (what Amazon reports) In Amazon’s consolidated financial statements, tax-related information is reported in multiple places, including the consolidated statements and the notes. Income tax expense (benefit):

PGT & Associates - CA in Ahmedabad is inviting applications for CA Articleship for students who are passing CA Intermediate in May. Openings 5 openings Stipend Variable (based on profile and interview) Office location 308-309, Sahajanand Palace, 100 Feet Anand Nagar Rd, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 380015, India How to apply Email your resume with subject ‘Articleship - CA Inter May’ to: pgtulsian@gmail.com

Income Tax Update: What businesses and individuals should watch This post highlights practical points to review in your income tax compliance and planning. For advice tailored to your situation, please reach out to PGT & Associates - CA in Ahmedabad. Quick checklist Review TDS/TCS applicability and rates for your transactions. Re-check advance tax estimates and payment schedule. Ensure documentation for deductions/exemptions is complete and consistent. Validate return filing

The Income Tax Rules 2026 usher in a new era for India\'s tax administration, not just for individual taxpayers but also for businesses and Non-Resident Indians (NRIs).

Since 2020, almost all income tax scrutiny and appeals in India are conducted entirely online — no physical meeting with the Assessing Officer or Commissioner. This faceless system has changed how taxpayers must prepare and respond. Here is exactly how it works.

Indian courts take years to resolve commercial disputes. Arbitration offers a faster, private, and enforceable alternative — and the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 has been significantly strengthened to make India more arbitration-friendly. Here's what every business owner should know.

The Directorate General of GST Intelligence (DGGI) is India's premier GST investigation agency, handling the largest and most complex tax evasion cases. A summons from DGGI is far more serious than a routine departmental notice. Here's what it means and exactly how to respond.

Buying property in your relative's name to 'save money,' or holding shares for someone else without disclosure — these common practices can constitute a Benami transaction under Indian law, carrying confiscation of the asset and imprisonment up to 7 years.

If you have an income tax appeal pending for years, the Vivad Se Vishwas scheme offers a way to close it by paying a percentage of the disputed tax — without admitting fault and without further litigation. Here is how the scheme works and who should use it.

When GST rates were reduced, the law required businesses to pass on the benefit to consumers — not pocket it as extra profit. The National Anti-Profiteering Authority enforced this for years before being subsumed into the Competition Commission of India. Here's what businesses need to know about this often-overlooked compliance area.

Many technical violations under the Companies Act and GST law can be settled through compounding — paying a fee to avoid prosecution — rather than fighting a criminal case. Knowing which offences are compoundable, and how to apply, can save your business and its directors from years of litigation.

The Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT) is the final fact-finding authority in Indian tax litigation — once a case leaves ITAT, only questions of law can be raised before the High Court. Winning at ITAT is therefore the single most important stage in tax litigation strategy.

With GSTAT now operational, the government has notified detailed procedure rules governing how appeals must be filed, the format of pleadings, evidence rules, and hearing procedures. Getting these procedural details wrong can get your appeal dismissed before it's even heard on merits.

If you hold even 10% of a company's shares and the majority is running the business unfairly — siphoning funds, blocking dividends, or excluding you from decisions — Sections 241 to 244 of the Companies Act give you the legal weapon to fight back through NCLT.

CMA Articleship Opportunity at PGT & Associates (Ahmedabad) PGT & Associates invites motivated CMA students to apply for articleship in Ahmedabad. Since 1996, we’ve supported clients with practical, compliant, and value-for-money financial solutions across tax consultancy, auditing, and corporate advisory. Why PGT & Associates is the right place to learn Established firm (founded in 1996) with strong local presence in Ahmedabad. Collaborative, multidisciplinary team (CAs, cos

Looking for CA articleship, CMA practical training or a B.Com internship in Ahmedabad? Learn what students can expect at PGT & Associates, including exposure to audit, GST, income tax, compliance and advisory work, and how to apply.

The Income Tax Act has over 40 penalty provisions — from Section 270A (under-reporting) to Section 275 (time limits). Most taxpayers don't know which penalty applies to their situation until they receive a demand. This guide decodes every major penalty provision you need to know.

The Black Money (Undisclosed Foreign Income and Assets) and Imposition of Tax Act, 2015 imposes a flat 30% tax plus 90% penalty on undisclosed foreign assets. Prosecution can result in 10 years imprisonment. This guide explains who is at risk and what to do.

The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC) has generated some of India's most significant corporate law judgements. These cases define creditor rights, debtor protections, promoter eligibility, and the resolution process. Here are the 5 that matter most.