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No Office. No Lease. No Escape. When ‘Just Advising’ Becomes ‘Running the Show’ On 24 July 2025, the Supreme Court of India dismissed eight separate appeals filed by Hyatt International Southwest Asia Ltd. – a Dubai-incorporated company with zero leased premises in India – covering Assessment Years 2009-10 through 2017-18, and ruled it still had […]
A closer look at the Binny Bansal ruling and what it means for NRI residency. How it Started… In January 2026, India’s Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT), Bangalore Bench, handed down a ruling that’s been circulating in tax circles ever since – and for good reason. Binny Bansal, co-founder of Flipkart, had done everything you’d[…..]
Are you planning to start a business in India? Well, the ideal might seem exciting, but choosing the right legal structure is one of the most important decisions you will make. Choosing among LLP, PVT Ltd, and OPC is often challenging. You are encouraged to work with a professional advisor who will guide you to[…..]
If you are running a private limited company in India, you need to understand strict compliance responsibilities. If you miss even a single deadline, this will attract penalties, legal complications and even the disqualification of directors. So; understanding Annual Compliance for PVT. Ltd. India is important to ensure long-term growth and business credibility. To avoid[…..]
Introduction Recent developments in India’s international tax landscape have drawn significant attention following the Supreme Court ruling in the Tiger Global case. The ruling raised concerns among foreign investors regarding the continued availability of benefits under the India-Mauritius Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement (DTAA). On January 15, 2026, the Indian Supreme Court ruled that Tiger Global’s[…..]
Are you raising funds for your startups? Or you have always wondered how investors decide your business’s worth? If so, the answer to these two questions lies in understand pre money v/s post money valuation. One simple mistake in your valuation can cost you equity, control and future growth potential. Understanding Valuation Valuation is estimating[…..]
FDI, or Foreign Direct Investment, is an important economic growth driver for most developing countries. Foreign Direct Investment plays a major role in India’s economic growth. With digitalization, strong market potential, business-friendly returns, and rapid social and infrastructural development, India remains one of the top destinations for FDI in 2026, attracting many global investors. What[…..]
Many Indian businesses seek foreign investments for their growth and expansion. Startups and companies receive funds from overseas investors to expand their operations, develop technology or enter global markets. However, if you receive foreign investment, you are advised to follow certain FC-GPR reporting under the FEMA Act of India. What is Form FC-GPR in India?[…..]
Are you an Indian startup and planning to scale beyond the domestic markets? If so, you need to understand Cross-Border Tax Planning. Many Indian startups have successfully entered the US market, set up their operations in Singapore, the UAE or Europe, and are enjoying exciting opportunities. However, it also introduces complex tax regulations, compliance requirements[…..]
Starting a new venture in India is exciting and challenging. Among the many decisions startup owners have to make, one of the most significant ones is to choose the right cost accounting model. The choice between fixed cost v/s variable cost models directly impacts the startups’ cash flow, scalability, pricing strategy and long-term survival. Here[…..]