Discover the concept of accounting standards, their purpose, and their role in enabling stakeholders to compare financial data across entities. Explore the global history of accounting standards, including the transition from International Accounting Standards (IAS) to International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
Read about the settlement between SEBI and Mr. P R Sundar, Ms. Mangayarkarasi Sundar, and Mansun Consultancy Pvt. Ltd. for offering unregistered investment advisory services. Explore the alleged violations, penalties imposed, and the importance of obtaining SEBI registration for advisory firms.
Explore the concept of Tax Collected at Source (TCS) and its intended purpose. This article discusses the recent increase in TCS rates, its impact on individuals, and proposes keeping the rates between 0.5% to 1% for the benefit of taxpayers and the Income Tax Department.
Discover the emergence of social audit in India and its statutory mandates, including the role of Gram Sabhas. Explore the impact of social audits on sectors like NREGA and CSR, and the potential of Social Stock Exchanges. Learn about sustainability reporting standards and the country’s commitment to global initiatives for social development.
Explore the need for a Balance Confirmation Portal in auditing, a collaborative effort by ICAI and IBA to enhance audit integrity. Learn how it addresses challenges, reduces risks, and streamlines the external confirmation process, citing historical frauds like the SATYAM Scandal. The proposed portal aims to provide standardized, transparent, and cost-free access to information from public sector banks initially, with plans for future expansion. Stay informed about this innovative solution shaping the future of auditing.
If you got injured in a car accident, you might be thinking of filing a personal injury claim to seek compensation for your economic and noneconomic damages. One of the major components of personal injury claims is dealing with insurance companies, who will try their best to minimize their payout.
Discover a step-by-step guide to filing the FC-GPR form for receiving Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in India. Understand the process, registration requirements, and important details related to FDI.
Explore the important initial audit engagement step of agreeing to the terms of the audit engagement as outlined in SA 210. Learn about preconditions, roles, responsibilities, and the significance of the Letter of Engagement (LOE).
Classification of royalties and fees for technical services as income in India according to the Income-tax Act, 1961. Explore the definitions and implications of these categories, as well as the concept of Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) and its rates for residents and non-residents.
HC held that GST authorities have power to conduct search and seizure against assessee operating in SEZ and further applied a cost on assessee for abusing due process of law.
