The case framework explains how the new wage definition mandates that at least 50% of remuneration must qualify as wages. This directly impacts minimum wage compliance and statutory ...

Rapid expansion led to overleveraging and rising defaults, forcing regulators to shift focus from growth to stability. The key takeaway is that unchecked lending can undermine both financial health ...

The article breaks down salary components such as basic salary, allowances, and perquisites. It highlights which parts are fully taxable and which may qualify for ...

The industry struggles with extraction cost inflation, compliance pressures, and outdated technology. Strategic modernization and green practices are essential for sustainability and ...

The Tribunal held that reassessment proceedings fail when the foundational assumption behind reopening is factually incorrect. It ruled that “reasons to believe” must exist in reality at the time of ...

This article explains the mandatory requirement that only a registered valuer can determine share pricing for preferential ...

The case highlights how mergers involving EOU pharmaceutical entities demand approvals under GST, DGFT, Customs, and sectoral laws. The key takeaway is that EOU benefits survive only with prior ...

The FAQs clarify how excise duty on chewing tobacco, jarda, and gutkha will be levied based on packing machine capacity rather than actual production. Manufacturers must comply with strict declaration ...

The government has decided to keep small savings interest rates unchanged for January–March 2026. The move ensures stability and predictability for investors relying on these ...

The government has approved new regional and company registries to streamline administration and improve access. The move aims to reduce jurisdictional load and strengthen regulatory ...

The issue was whether prosecution proved cruelty and abetment beyond doubt. The Court ruled that unspecified demands and inconsistent testimony cannot sustain ...

Acting in public interest, the Centre has substituted Table I of a September 2025 customs notification. Stakeholders must follow the revised table for duty ...