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Budget 2025: Tax on long-term capital gains for FIIs raised to 12.5%

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Budget 2025: With this revision, the government aims to create parity in capital gains taxation between residents and non-residents.

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Key Considerations for Private Equity Due Diligence

E78 Partners

Private equity investments come with great potential but also inherent risks. A robust due diligence process is essential to make informed decisions and optimize value. For private equity firms, understanding the ins and outs of due diligence can be the key to a successful transaction. In this blog, E78 explores the key considerations for due diligence in private equity, breaks down the four Ps of due diligence, and provides a private equity due diligence guide.

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GST collections for January stand at 1.95 lakh crore, highest since April 2024

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Following the Union Budget 2025 on February 1, the GST collections for January reached Rs. 1,95,506 crore, the highest since April 2024. The amount marks a 12.3% Y-O-Y growth from Rs. 1,74,106 crores in January 2024. Maharashtra recorded the highest GST collections among all states, registering Rs. 32,335 crore, followed by Gujarat, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu.

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10 Weekend Reads

Barry Ritholtz

The weekend is here! Pour yourself a mug of Colombia Tolima Los Brasiles Peaberry Organic coffee, grab a seat by the fire, and get ready for our longer-form weekend reads: Legal Weed Didnt Deliver on Its Promises : Advocates touted a host of benefits and no real costs. Thats proved to be a fantasy. ( The Atlantic ) The real DeepSeek revelation: The market doesnt understand AI : The real DeepSeek revelation: The market doesnt understand AI ( Semafor ) see also They Invested Billions.

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Outsourcing Vs. In-House: The Ultimate Battle For Better Collections

Speaker: Susan Richards

Your past-due accounts are growing, cash flow is tightening, and the pressure is on. The big question: Do you handle the collections internally or outsource to experts? Both strategies come with advantages and risks - but which one delivers the best impact for your business? In this session we’ll dive deep into the in-house vs. outsourcing debate, examining cost-effectiveness, efficiency, compliance risks, and overall recovery success rates.

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Budget 2025: List of key direct tax reforms and relief

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In a bid to simplify tax laws and provide relief to taxpayers, FM Nirmala Sitharaman, in the Union Budget 2025, proposed significant reforms in direct taxes, including a higher income tax exemption limit, rationalization of TDS rates, and a boost for employment and investment.

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Union budget 2025: FM Nirmala Sitharaman announces customs cuts, tax incentives, and export boost – indirect tax reforms

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In Union Budget 2025-26, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced key indirect tax reforms, including tariff rate cuts, customs duty relief on life-saving drugs, and support for critical sectorshow will these changes impact Indias manufacturing and exports?

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Union Budget 2025: FM Nirmala Sitharaman focuses on investment, infrastructure growth, and public-private partnerships

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In Union Budget 2025-26, FM Nirmala Sitharaman announced Rs 1.5 lakh crore interest-free loans to states, a Rs 10 lakh crore asset monetization plan, and a focus on public-private partnerships to boost infrastructure growth.

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Budget 2025: Tax holiday for startups extended by five years until 2030

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By providing a longer window for tax incentives, the move is expected to encourage more entrepreneurs to enter the market, particularly in sectors with high growth potential.

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Budget 2025: Export push with BharatTradeNet, Duty-Free Incentives, & term-loans for Exporter MSMEs

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The Union Budget 2025 emphasised exports as a key growth driver, alongside agriculture, MSMEs, and investment. Measures announced include the Export Promotion Mission, BharatTradeNet for supply chain efficiency, financial support for MSME exporters, and duty-free incentives for handicrafts and leather. Infrastructure upgrades for air cargo and a National Framework for Global Capability Centres further bolster India's trade ambitions.

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Building a Business Case for Finance Automation

Speaker: Danny Gassaway and Wayne Richards

Finance leaders are prioritizing efficiency and digital transformation, yet many hesitate to automate due to uncertainty. Without a clear understanding of its impact, organizations risk falling behind competitors who are leveraging automation to drive productivity and cost savings. Join Wayne Richards and Danny Gassaway from AvidXchange for a practical guide on bringing accounts payable (AP) automation to your organization.

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Budget 2025: FM boosts MSMEs, Rs 10,000 crore startup fund, and focus on manufacturing

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In Union Budget 2025, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced significant reforms aimed at empowering Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), alongside a strong focus on enhancing manufacturing, including new initiatives for startups, women entrepreneurs, and the footwear and leather sectors.

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Union Budget 2025: FM Nirmala Sitharaman announces National Manufacturing Mission and green tech initiatives

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In Union Budget 2025-26, FM Nirmala Sitharaman announced the National Manufacturing Mission and a focus on green tech manufacturing, aiming to boost Indias industrial growth, sustainability, and job creation.

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Budget 2025: FM gives big push to Make in India, Ease of doing business

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The government has launched a National Manufacturing Mission under the Make in India initiative to provide policy support, execution roadmaps, and governance frameworks for both central ministries and states.

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Budget raises the bet on spending, capex target up by 10.08% to record Rs 11.21 lakh crore for FY26

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Union Budget: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman proposes raising next fiscal year's capital expenditure to Rs. 11.21 lakh crore while cutting this fiscal's target to Rs. 10.18 lakh crore. Despite challenges like election impacts and economic slowdown, the government aims to boost growth and job creation through substantial public spending on infrastructure, hoping to stimulate private sector investment and demand.

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Fall In Love With the Month-End Close

It's the time of year to give our close process some TLC. Join us in this one hour webinar where we discuss how to adopt leading practices and infuse technology into the month-end close process to improve our experience and increase our productivity during month-end and quarter-end close. Learning Objectives: This course's objective is to understand how the month-end close can be improved with automation and adoption of leading practices.

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Finance Minister draws up plans to encourage PPP for infrastructure building

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Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced a renewed push for private sector participation in large infrastructure projects. Each infrastructure-related ministry will create a 3-year project pipeline for public-private partnerships. An Urban Challenge Fund of Rs 1 lakh crore will also be set up to finance projects, with private sector support being encouraged through various initiatives and support schemes.

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Budget 2025 sets stage for a Maha Kumbh of investing & economic expansion: Raamdeo Agrawal

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The government aims to hit an 8% growth rate to achieve Viksit Bharat by 2047. Focus is on tax relief and creating job opportunities by expanding Global Capability Centres to tier II and III cities. The budget boosts consumption by offering tax exemptions for individuals earning up to Rs 12 lakh annually.

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DGCA imposes Rs 30 lakh penalty on Air India

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Aviation safety regulator DGCA has fined Tata Group-owned Air India Rs 30 lakh for allowing a pilot to operate a flight without meeting necessary regulatory requirements. The penalty resulted from repeated rostering issues and an unsatisfactory response to a show-cause notice concerning violations involving mandatory recency requirements for pilots.

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Union Budget 2025 focuses on ease of doing biz: Institute of Chartered Accountants of India

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The ICAI lauded the Budget for focusing on ease of doing business, promoting domestic manufacturing, and positioning India competitively in global trade. ICAI's recommendations on tax regimes have been accepted. The Budget features significant income tax cuts for the middle class and a scheme to develop India as a global toy hub through cluster development, supporting MSMEs and manufacturing.

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Next-Level Fraud Prevention: Strategies for Today’s Threat Landscape

Speaker: Sierre Lindgren

Fraud is a battle that every organization must face – it’s no longer a question of “if” but “when.” Every organization is a potential target for fraud, and the finance department is often the bullseye. From cleverly disguised emails to fraudulent payment requests, the tactics of cybercriminals are advancing rapidly. Drawing insights from real-world cases and industry expertise, we’ll explore the vulnerabilities in your processes and how to fortify them effectively.

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FMCG leaders applaud Budget 2025, hailing it as a catalyst for a consumption-driven economy

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This shift reflects a healthier society, with rising income levels leading to an increase in the consumption of vegetables, fruits, and other nutritious foods.

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Budget 2025: Rs 10,000 crore Fund of Funds proposed for startups

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Budget 2025: India has one of the largest startup ecosystem, perhaps third in the world, and now it is the endeavour to become the best.