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DIN Isn’t an Auto-Knockout Anymore: Courts Are Moving from “Non-Est” to “Traceability Test

February 17, 2026 177 Views 0 comment Print

Courts are moving away from treating absence of DIN as automatically voiding tax notices. If the document is system-generated and traceable, it may still be legally valid.

Change of Opinion Based on Existing Records Held Invalid; Section 148 Notice Set Aside

February 17, 2026 144 Views 0 comment Print

The Court ruled that reopening based solely on an audit objection amounts to change of opinion if the issue was previously examined. Without fresh tangible material, reassessment proceedings are unsustainable.

From Idea to Identify: Company Registration in India

February 17, 2026 138 Views 0 comment Print

Company registration gives a business separate legal identity and limited liability protection. It is essential to operate legally and access government schemes and formal benefits.

Contract Termination not triggered by insolvency is not barred by moratorium u/s. 14 of IBC: NCLAT Delhi

February 17, 2026 105 Views 0 comment Print

NCLAT Delhi held that termination of contract not triggered by the insolvency of Corporate Debtor and therefore not barred by moratorium under section 14 of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code [IBC]. Accordingly, appeal held as devoid of merit.

Revised Draft RBI (Small Finance Banks – Prudential Norms on Capital Adequacy) Second Amendment Directions, 2026

February 17, 2026 102 Views 0 comment Print

IPCs issued to clearing corporations will now carry a 100% CCF, but capital must be maintained only on the CME portion at 125% risk weight. The amendment clarifies regulatory capital treatment.

Revised Draft RBI (Small Finance Banks – Financial Statements: Presentation and Disclosures) – Second Amendment Directions, 2026

February 17, 2026 81 Views 0 comment Print

Small Finance Banks must now disclose granular capital market exposures in their financial statements. The amendment enhances transparency and aligns reporting with updated risk management norms.

Revised Draft RBI (Housing Finance Companies) Second Amendment Directions, 2026

February 17, 2026 84 Views 0 comment Print

Draft amendment requires HFCs to follow responsible business conduct norms applicable to NBFCs for loan recovery and recovery agents. Existing Fair Practices Code provisions are set to be replaced.

Revised Draft RBI (Non-Banking Financial Companies – Responsible Business Conduct) Second Amendment Directions, 2026

February 17, 2026 90 Views 0 comment Print

The draft amendment introduces detailed norms on recovery agents, borrower treatment, and grievance redressal. Harsh practices and coercive recovery methods are expressly prohibited.

Sec 263 Revision Quashed as PCIT Failed to Conduct Independent Enquiry: ITAT Amritsar

February 17, 2026 126 Views 0 comment Print

The AO recorded reasons for escapement without receiving confirmation from the Sub-Registrar. ITAT ruled that absence of tangible evidence vitiated reassessment, making the subsequent Section 263 revision unsustainable.

Revised Draft RBI (All India Financial Institutions – Responsible Business Conduct) Second Amendment Directions, 2026

February 17, 2026 78 Views 0 comment Print

The proposed amendment introduces strict conduct standards for recovery agents and borrower interaction. Harsh practices and coercive methods are expressly prohibited.

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