SEBI’s March 2025 circular requires listed companies to disclose total shares on a fully diluted basis, including ESOPs and convertible instruments, enhancing investor transparency.
ESOPs are taxed twice—first as salary perquisite at exercise and later as capital gains on sale. Understanding valuation rules and holding periods is crucial for compliance.
The Delhi High Court ruled that Circular No. 3/3/2017 is legally valid, holding that the Board acted within its statutory powers under the CGST Act. The Court emphasized the presumption of validity and rejected the claim that only the Commissioner could assign functions.
The new framework mandates that proceedings under Section 74A must be initiated by officers formally designated through Circular 254/11/2025-GST. Notices issued without valid jurisdiction are void ab initio.
The Companies Act prescribes detailed procedures for appointing first and subsequent auditors, including tenure limits and mandatory rotation. This guide explains eligibility, appointment timelines, and compliance requirements.
A rights issue allows companies to raise capital by offering discounted shares to existing shareholders. This guide explains the step-by-step process, regulatory filings, and key investor considerations.
The analysis highlights that Section 122 of the CGST Act lacked designated “proper officers” until Circular 254/11/2025-GST. Proceedings initiated before this assignment may be void for want of jurisdiction.
The High Court ruled that GST authorities must mandatorily apply Circular No. 183/15/2022-GST before disallowing ITC due to return mismatches. Mechanical reversal based solely on discrepancy was held unsustainable.
The High Court ruled that buyers are not legally required to reverse ITC merely due to seller-issued discount credit notes. Rectification of GST returns was allowed where tax paid exceeded proposed reversal and no revenue loss occurred.
The proposed Section 147A retrospectively defines the “Assessing Officer” for Sections 148 and 148A, aiming to resolve High Court conflicts over faceless vs jurisdictional authority.
