ESOP Taxation in Corporate Restructuring: Insights from Flipkart–PhonePe

Introduction: ESOPs are structured as rights, not obligations, granted by companies to employees to purchase shares at a future date at a pre-agreed price. These rights vest over time and can be exercised upon meeting...

Assignment of Leasehold Rights Equals Sale of Land, Not Liable to GST : Gujarat HC Rules

Issue involved Whether assignment of leasehold rights qualify as supply of services for the purpose of levy of GST? Facts of the case The Gujarat Industrial Development Corporation (GIDC), acts as a nodal agency for the development...

Cadbury’s ₹320 Crore Tax Dispute: When Marketing Meets Transfer Pricing

When we think of Cadbury, the first thing that comes to mind is the purple wrapper and the tagline “Kuch Meetha Ho Jaaye.” But for the Income Tax Department, Cadbury (Mondelez India Foods Pvt...

ITAT Ahmedabad Rules on Section 87A Rebate Against STCG under Section 111A (A.Y. 2024–25)

Introduction One of the most debated income-tax issues in the current year has been the scope of rebate under Section 87A, particularly in situations where the assessee’s income comprises short-term capital gains (STCG) on listed...

New Thresholds for Perquisites & Medical Benefits – G.S.R. 555(E)

The Ministry of Finance recently introduced the Income-tax (Twenty Second Amendment) Rules, 2025 through Notification G.S.R. 555(E), redefining key thresholds related to perquisites and employer-provided medical benefits. For professionals and salaried employees, this update...

Cabinet Approves Blanket Ban on Online Money Games

In a landmark move, the Union Cabinet has approved legislation imposing a blanket ban on online money games. This decision has sent shockwaves across a ₹27,438 crore industry, impacting startups, unicorns, and listed companies,...

The Ultimate Guide to Startup Funding: Stages, Investors, and Strategies

Navigating the complex world of startup financing can be one of the most challenging aspects for entrepreneurs. Understanding the various stages of startup funding is crucial for securing the right capital at the right...

SME IPOs- Revised Eligibility Criteria

SME IPOs has seen massive growth in recent years. In FY2023-24, a record 196 SME IPOs raised over Rs 6,000 crore, with 159 IPOs raising more than Rs 5,700 crore by October 2024. However,...

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