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The June 2026 edition of the Grant Thornton Bharat Monthly Tax Bulletin provides a concise summary of key developments in direct taxes, FEMA, transfer pricing, and indirect taxes for May 2026.
The June 2026 edition of our GST Compendium analyses key judicial pronouncements, advance rulings, customs updates, GSTN enhancements, and direct tax developments influencing compliance obligations and tax positions.
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This article discusses the rapid growth of the gaming industry in India and recent developments, including 28% GST levy on online gaming. It examines the distinction between games of skill and games of chance, the impact of the proposed GST amendment on players and the gaming industry, and a comparison with global taxation models.
The article discusses the issue of auditor independence and its implications in India, drawing parallels with South Korea's approach to enhance auditor independence. It highlights the need for regulatory changes to ensure independence, transparency, and accountability in auditing practices.
This publication aims to assist taxpayers and the industry in understanding GST compliance requirements. It is updated until May 2023.
The author delves into the ongoing challenges encountered by fintech firms amidst a funding winter, where access to capital becomes more restricted. The piece explores the potential impact on the fintech industry and examines various strategies that these innovative financial technology companies may adopt to navigate through this period of reduced funding.
This articles explores the challenges faced by the Government of India in regulating e-commerce and implementing Goods and Services Tax (GST) in the digital marketplace. It talks about the different models, registration requirements, reporting mechanisms, and valuation considerations under GST for e-commerce transactions.
The July edition of the GST Compendium analyses various important amendments/updates, key judicial pronouncements and decodes advance rulings.
Over the past six years, GST has emerged as a pivotal factor in shaping India’s economic landscape.
Retail emerges as the fastest-growing sector in credit, experiencing a remarkable growth of 20.6%.
This article comprehensively reviews the Goods and Services Tax (GST) in India, marking its sixth anniversary. It highlights the digitisation of the taxation system, streamlining of compliances, absence of a GST Tribunal, unresolved concerns as hits and misses, respectively.
This article explores the current state of data protection, focusing on the evolving landscape of information security, privacy regulations, and compliance. It delves into the challenges and opportunities presented by emerging technologies, data breaches, and the need for effective data governance in an era of digital transformation.
The guide is intended to provide a broad overview for investors planning to enter the Indian market.
The article explores the interplay between CSR and ITC under GST, its possible impact, and proposed amendments.
The article provides insights on the regulatory landscape, risk factors, and measures organisations can take to prevent and detect fraudulent activities in the Asia- Pacific region.
Business leaders that maintain focused investment during the current economic headwinds are likely to be better positioned to sustain value and grow once economic uncertainty lifts.
This publication is the fourth in the IFRS 17 knowledge series, focusing on the variable fee approach.