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Sale! Sale! Sale!
Maharaj looked satisfied. “Tenali, sales are growing well. Customers are happy too.” Tenali smiled. “Excellent. Then profit must also be rising?” Maharaj went silent. “Not exactly…” Tenali opened the numbers. “Annual turnover?” “₹12 crore.” “Gross margin?” “18%.” “Cash discounts given?” “₹24 lakh.” Tenali paused. “And how much did collections improve?” Maharaj replied softly, “Average payment “Read More…”
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High-Value Transactions Reported to Income Tax Department: What Every Taxpayer Should Know About SFT Reporting
The Income Tax Department is increasingly using technology, AIS (Annual Information Statement), and data analytics to track high-value financial transactions of taxpayers. Many people are surprised when they receive income tax notices for transactions they never disclosed in their Income Tax Return. In most cases, these transactions are already reported to the department through SFT “Read More…”
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India’s EV Race
India’s EV race is no longer just about launching new cars. It is now about building an entire ecosystem – manufacturing, localisation, battery capability, and supply chain control. Now, JSW Motors securing ₹8,000 crore funding from SBI for its new energy vehicle venture clearly signals one thing – Scale without strategic cost management can become “Read More…”
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India’s Private Sector Growth Slips Marginally: What the Latest PMI Data Means for Businesses in 2026
India’s private sector growth showed signs of moderation in May 2026, according to the latest flash PMI data released by HSBC and S&P Global. While the economy continues to remain in expansion mode, the pace of growth has softened slightly due to rising input costs, global geopolitical tensions, and weaker external demand. The development is “Read More…”
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GST on Cross Charge Between Head Office and Branch Office
Many businesses in Maharashtra operate through multiple GST registrations across different states or business verticals. A common mistake seen during GST assessments and departmental audits is the non-compliance of “cross charge” provisions between Head Office (HO) and Branch Offices (BO). Businesses often assume that internal support activities like accounting, HR, management supervision, IT support, or “Read More…”
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The Machine Was Fast. The Factory Was Slow..
“Tenali, this CNC machine claims 1,000 units per shift. Why are we producing only 620?” Maharaj Looked frustrated. “Operators are working. Machines are healthy. Orders are pending. Still dispatches are getting delayed. We are planning to buy another machine…” Tenali walked to the shop floor. “How many product changeovers happen daily?” “Five to six.” “And “Read More…”