Nikhil Garg

The Finance Bill, 2026 has introduced significant changes to due dates for Income Tax Return (ITR) filing — aimed at improving compliance and easing timelines for taxpayers. 📌 Key Proposed Deadlines (Assessment Year 2026–27): 💠 Original Return Filing * Individuals & HUFs (ITR-1 & ITR-2) — 31 July (unchanged) * Non-Audit Business Cases & Trusts […]

The Union Budget 2026–27, presented by Hon’ble Finance Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman, has introduced significant reforms to the Minimum Alternate Tax (MAT) regime — aimed at simplifying corporate tax compliance and encouraging businesses to migrate to the new tax regime. 🔎 Key MAT Proposals in Budget 2026: • MAT rate reduced to 14% (from existing […]

On 27 January 2026, after nearly two decades of negotiations, India and the European Union (EU) finalized a landmark Free Trade Agreement (FTA) — a deal that has been widely described as the “mother of all deals.” This historic agreement heralds a new phase in economic cooperation between two of the world’s largest economic blocs, […]

Filing an Income Tax Return (ITR) correctly and within timelines is a statutory duty—but genuine errors, omissions, or missed filings do occur. Recognising this reality, the Income Tax Act provides ITR-U (Updated Return)—a powerful provision that allows taxpayers to voluntarily correct past non-compliance, even after normal deadlines have expired. At Corporate Genie, supported by a […]

A New Era in U.S.-India Trade Relations On August 6, 2025, the United States, under President Donald Trump, reshaped global trade dynamics by hiking tariffs on a broad array of Indian products. This assertive move, raising rates by an additional 25%—and totaling a remarkable 50% for most categories—has thrust a spotlight on the intricate relationship […]

Entrepreneurs — if you’re not reviewing your P&L every month, you’re flying blind. 💰 Revenue is vanity. 🧠 Profit is sanity. 📊 But consistent review? That’s strategy. Every month, I carve out time to go through our Profit & Loss statement. Not because I’m an accountant — but because I’m a founder. And that means […]

Filing your Income Tax Return (ITR) on time is more than just a legal formality—it’s a smart financial move that can save you money, stress, and even open up new opportunities. Here’s why prioritizing your ITR filing before the due date is crucial for every taxpayer. 1. Avoid Penalties and Interest Missing the ITR deadline […]

In a significant move to stimulate economic growth amid global trade disruptions, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) announced today that it has reduced the repo rate by 50 basis points (bps), bringing it down from 5.75% to 5.25%. This marks the third consecutive rate cut this year, totaling a 100 bps reduction in 2025. […]

Introduction In today’s competitive and environmentally conscious market, quality and sustainability have become essential for business growth and longevity. The Indian government’s Zero Defect Zero Effect (ZED) Certification, launched under the Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSME), aims to transform Indian MSMEs into globally competitive entities by promoting best practices in manufacturing, resource […]

Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) is a crucial mechanism in India’s tax framework, ensuring regular inflow of revenue to the government. However, for many taxpayers—especially freelancers, consultants, contractors, and SMEs—the standard TDS rates can lead to excess deduction, resulting in blocked working capital. To mitigate this, the Income Tax Act allows taxpayers to apply for […]