October 2026 Compliance Calendar: Tax Audit, TDS , GST & ROC Due Dates
October 2026 has two key dates. Wednesday 21 October is the extended due date for the tax audit report for
Private Petrol Pump Dealership in India: Eligibility, Cost, Process and Compliance
Ovreview: Getting a petrol pump dealership from a public-sector oil marketing company can be highly competitive because opportunities are linked
EPF Claim Status: How to Track PF Claim, Resolve Delays and Escalate Grievances
Overview: An Employees Provident Fund (EPF) claim does not always move from submission to settlement without a hitch. It may
Udyam Registration Data to Strengthen Statistical Business Register: What Businesses Should Know
Overview: The Ministry of MSME and the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) have exchanged a Memorandum of Understanding
Updates - FEMA
FEMA Trade Rules 2026: Key Changes and Exporters and Importers should know
Overview: The FEMA Trade Rules 2026 will bring a consolidated framework for export and import transactions from October 1, 2026.
PMS Regulations 2026: SEBI Expands Investment Scope and Portfolio Options
Overview: Securities Exchange Board of India has approved a new framework for portfolio management services (PMS), replacing the 2020 regulations.
GST Process Reforms 2026: E-Invoicing, ITC and Compliances
Overview: The GST Council’s October 7, 2026 meeting is expected to focus on process reforms covering areas such as e-invoicing,
Export Proceeds in India: 9-Month Realisation Period & FEMA Compliance
Overview: Under the amended 2026 FEMA framework, effective from 1 October 2026, exporters in India will have nine months to
Trade Secrets in India: Proposed Law, Business Protection & Compliance
Overview: India is revisiting the need for a dedicated trade secrets law to protect confidential business information, including proprietary know-how
India Revises BIT Framework for FDI: What Foreign Investors & Indian Businesses Should Know
Overview: India has approved a revised Model Bilateral Investment Treaty (BIT) framework to strengthen investment protection while preserving the Government’s
10 Online Business Ideas in India – Business Models, Registration & Compliance
Overview: India’s growing digital economy is creating opportunities across technology, ecommerce, professional services, education and international trade. However, a viable
12 Business Ideas in Villages in India – Structure, Registration & Compliance
Overview: Village businesses can range from food processing and dairy to tourism, digital services, solar solutions and sustainable agriculture. However,
IBBI’s 6 IBC Misuse Red Flags: What Businesses Should Know
Overview: The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India (IBBI) has identified six indicators that may warrant closer examination when the
RBI Forex Swap Inflows Reach $143.6 Billion: What Does It Mean for Indian Businesses?
Overview: The Reserve Bank of India’s special USD-INR forex swap facility attracted $143.596 billion in foreign-currency inflows reported up to
Starbucks Chennai GCC Signals India’s Expanding Global Capability Centre Market
Overview: Starbucks is setting up its first Global Capability Centre (GCC) in India in Chennai under a Memorandum of Understanding
CGSMFI 2.0 Sees Low Uptake: What MFIs Need to Know Before Raising Funds
Overview: The Credit Guarantee Scheme for Microfinance Institutions-2.0 (CGSMFI 2.0), introduced on March 20, 2026, to strengthen institutional funding for
Fortis Healthcare Moves SC: What Forensic Audit Means for Corporate Compliance
Overview: Fortis Healthcare has moved the Supreme Court against the Delhi High Court’s order directing a forensic audit in the
SEZ Services May Get Rupee Payment: Draft Cabinet Note Proposes Key Change
Overview: The Government is considering a change that could make it easier for Special Economic Zone (SEZ) units to provide
GIFT City Climbs Nine Places to 37th in Global Financial Centres Index
Overview: GIFT City has climbed nine places to 37th globally in the latest Global Financial Centres Index (GFCI 40), up
Section 14B PF Penalty for Delayed Payment: Supreme Court Refers Issue to Larger Bench
Overview: The Supreme Court has referred an important question on damages for delayed Provident Fund (PF) payments under Section 14B
