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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…”
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ITR Filing for AY 2026-27 Begins: Income Tax Department Releases ITR-1 and ITR-4 Forms
The Income Tax Return (ITR) filing season for Assessment Year (AY) 2026-27 has officially started, as the Income Tax Department has released the ITR-1 (Sahaj) and ITR-4 (Sugam) forms. This is an important update for salaried individuals, freelancers, small business owners, and professionals across India who are preparing to file their income tax returns for “Read More…”
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Air India’s Cost Cutting
Air India is cutting 145 additional weekly international flights due to rising fuel costs, airspace restrictions, and operational pressure. Most businesses see this as an aviation issue. Tenali Explains, “Maharaj, this is actually a lesson in ‘Theory of Constraints’. When conditions become unpredictable, protecting profitability becomes more important than chasing volume. Instead of operating every “Read More…”