The Delhi ITAT ruled that a tax addition based on a vague name in uncorroborated loose papers is invalid without direct evidence linking it to the assessee. The decision emphasizes that suspicion from such dumb documents cannot replace concrete proof in tax assessments.
The decision outlines how reports must include executive summaries, observations, root cause analysis, and management responses, ensuring material risks are clearly communicated.
SIA 310 guides internal auditors on engagement-level reporting, ensuring compliance with Standards on Internal Audit while communicating findings, recommendations, and management responses.
SIA 290 establishes protocols for continuous communication between the Internal Auditor and Management/TCWG. It mandates written processes for agreeing on scope, providing updates, and resolving conflicts.
The Companies Act, 2013 increased the corporate compliance burden by introducing numerous new forms and strict deadlines, leading to “filing fatigue.” Frequent portal errors and high late fees for minor defaults now characterize the business environment.
SIA 280 guides internal auditors on assessing fraud risks, detecting irregularities, and reporting findings while ensuring compliance, professional skepticism, and ethical standards.
SIA 270 guides internal auditors on engaging experts or third parties, ensuring independence, competence, and reliable evaluation while retaining responsibility for audit conclusions.
SIA 260 defines the Internal Auditor’s responsibility for supervising and reviewing audit assignments. It ensures work conforms to standards, and that evidence and conclusions are properly supported.
The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) issued General Circular No. 05/2025, extending the deadline for filing e-form DIR-3-KYC and DIR-3-KYC-WEB without fees until October 31, 2025.
This standard guides internal auditors on proper documentation of audit procedures, evidence, and conclusions, ensuring compliance, traceability, and retention for at least seven years.
