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BUSINESS NEWS · 2 MIN READIndia and Mexico formally launch preferential trade agreement talksSigned terms of reference set the scope and roadmap for negotiations covering goods, customs, rules of origin and trade remedies.1 DAY AGO · BY SPECTATE MEDIA DESK
TAX & POLICY · 1 MIN READRBI Governor urges states to onboard the Unified Lending Interface and use programmable digital rupee for direct benefit transfersSanjay Malhotra told state finance secretaries that the quality of spending matters for long-term fiscal health.1 DAY AGO · BY SPECTATE MEDIA DESK
TAX & POLICY · 2 MIN READPiyush Goyal says the India-US trade pact is in fine-tuning and pitches India for about $200 billion of data centre investmentThe commerce minister spoke at an India-Netherlands business forum in The Hague on 26 October; the data centre figure is a potential, not a committed pipeline.2 DAYS AGO · BY SPECTATE MEDIA DESK
TAX & POLICY · 2 MIN READCCPA fines Britannia ₹1 lakh over its '100% whole wheat bread' claim, after finding the product has 62% wheatThe consumer regulator ordered the advertisement withdrawn from all media and asked for a compliance report within 15 days.2 DAYS AGO · BY SPECTATE MEDIA DESK
TAX & POLICY · 2 MIN READIRDAI extends the feedback deadline on insurance distribution reforms to 31 October, after more than 650 responsesThe proposals include caps on credit life commission paid to lenders. Brokers say the changes could cut their revenue by 60% to 70%.3 DAYS AGO · BY SPECTATE MEDIA DESK
TAX & POLICY · 2 MIN READGST tribunal allows Singapore Airlines a ₹45.92 lakh refund on cancelled tickets, but only where fare and tax went back to passengersThe Kochi bench held that eight refund claims for 2019 to 2021 pass the unjust-enrichment test. Tax advisers say the result rests on passenger-level records.3 DAYS AGO · BY SPECTATE MEDIA DESK
TAX & POLICY · 2 MIN READRBI tells banks and payment firms to treat systems as compromised after a credential exposure until forensic checks clear themThe advisory also asks for multi-factor authentication on admin access, an API inventory and incident reporting to the RBI. SBI separately disclosed 3,897 exposed customer records.4 DAYS AGO · BY SPECTATE MEDIA DESK
TAX & POLICY · 2 MIN READMCA extends FY26 filing deadlines, with AOC-4 due 31 December and MGT-7 due 31 January, citing portal problemsThe circular of 24 October follows an ICSI request over MCA21 version 3 glitches. AGM deadlines are not extended.4 DAYS AGO · BY SPECTATE MEDIA DESK
TAX & POLICY · 2 MIN READSimplified GST registration for small e-commerce sellers is due to go live on 1 NovemberSellers who supply only through e-commerce platforms can register in other states without an office there. A committee will also study the input tax credit rule that links buyers to supplier payments.5 DAYS AGO · BY SPECTATE MEDIA DESK
TAX & POLICY · 2 MIN READRBI governor says upper-layer NBFCs must list and CICs using public funds must register, citing Tata SonsSanjay Malhotra did not comment on individual firms but named Tata Sons as a CIC that must register. The RBI turned down its request to surrender registration on 11 September.5 DAYS AGO · BY SPECTATE MEDIA DESK
TAX & POLICY · 2 MIN READSEBI warns investors off invitation-only WhatsApp groups giving stock tips, flagging fake profit claims and planted praiseThe regulator says unregistered people pose as experts, often from overseas numbers, and move members to new groups when old ones are shut.6 DAYS AGO · BY SPECTATE MEDIA DESK
TAX & POLICY · 2 MIN READSEBI gives margin relief on trades funded by early pay-in of shares, up to the value of securities already handed overClearing corporations will not collect margin on a client's later cash-segment trades to that extent. One report gives 22 February 2027 as the effective date.6 DAYS AGO · BY SPECTATE MEDIA DESK
TAX & POLICY · 2 MIN READCBDT exempts interest on New Development Bank's rupee Maharajah bonds from TDS for residents and foreign institutional investorsNotification 136/2026 covers bonds issued from the 2026-27 tax year. The interest stays taxable and must still be reported.22 OCT 2026 · BY SPECTATE MEDIA DESK
TAX & POLICY · 2 MIN READCBDT adds Form 173A, a mandatory report for anyone claiming tax exemption on interest and capital gains from government securitiesNotification 137/2026, dated 19 October, inserts Rule 281A. Filing method and deadlines are not stated in the summary.22 OCT 2026 · BY SPECTATE MEDIA DESK
TAX & POLICY · 2 MIN READSEBI lets qualifying listed issuers skip a merchant banker for private debt placements, if they meet five conditions including an AA- ratingA circular dated 7 October 2026 takes effect immediately. Issuers that do not meet all five conditions must still appoint one.21 OCT 2026 · BY SPECTATE MEDIA DESK
TAX & POLICY · 2 MIN READRBI opens a one-time approval route for mutual funds, insurers and pension funds to hold more than 5% of a bank, up to 10%Four amendment directions dated 1 October 2026 apply to commercial, small finance, payments and local area banks, with immediate effect.21 OCT 2026 · BY SPECTATE MEDIA DESK
TAX & POLICY · 2 MIN READGSTN opens e-invoicing for reverse-charge self-invoices in its test environment, for firms with turnover of ₹5 crore or moreAdvisory 678 adds two new document types, RCMDOM and RCMIMP, but no go-live date has been announced.20 OCT 2026 · BY SPECTATE MEDIA DESK
TAX & POLICY · 2 MIN READIndia–New Zealand trade deal: first customs duty concessions take effect on 20 OctoberCBIC's notification covers 8,546 tariff entries, with separate duty rules and quotas for wine, Mānuka honey and kiwi fruit.20 OCT 2026 · BY SPECTATE MEDIA DESK
TAX & POLICY · 1 MIN READGross GST collections rose 14.7% to ₹2.04 lakh crore in September, with imports up 25.9%Refunds fell 3% and net collections rose 18.1% to ₹1.77 lakh crore.19 OCT 2026 · BY SPECTATE MEDIA DESK
TAX & POLICY · 2 MIN READGST Council recommends ending arrest powers and raising the prosecution threshold from ₹1 crore to ₹5 croreThe 57th meeting changed no rates, proposed no notices below ₹10,000, and put most changes from 1 April 2027.19 OCT 2026 · BY SPECTATE MEDIA DESK
TAX & POLICY · 2 MIN READSEBI notifies Portfolio Managers Regulations, 2026, effective 1 April 2027The new rules replace the 2020 regulations, keep a ₹5 crore net worth test and add routes for co-investment managers and mutual fund portfolio management.18 OCT 2026 · BY SPECTATE MEDIA DESK
TAX & POLICY · 2 MIN READSEBI proposes market-cap bands and a ₹3 crore profit test for SME IPOsThe consultation paper of 14 October would raise the minimum application to ₹1 lakh and the minimum allottees to 500. Comments close on 4 November.18 OCT 2026 · BY SPECTATE MEDIA DESK
TAX & POLICY · 2 MIN READCBDT replaces Form 161 for penalty waiver applications under the new Income-tax ActThe Income-tax (Sixth Amendment) Rules, 2026 amend Rule 231 to cover waiver and ask applicants to undertake not to appeal.17 OCT 2026 · BY SPECTATE MEDIA DESK
TAX & POLICY · 2 MIN READRBI raises banks' daily minimum CRR balance to 99% of the requirement from 16 OctoberUnder circular RBI/2026-27/290, scheduled banks must hold at least 99% of the required cash reserve ratio every day, up from 90%. The CRR rate and the fortnightly average are unchanged.17 OCT 2026 · BY SPECTATE MEDIA DESK
MARKET DYNAMICS · 2 MIN READBank of England governor notes limited energy price pass-through as rate risks remainGovernor Andrew Bailey highlights subdued wider price pressures while inflation stays above target, leaving policymakers weighing potential interest rate hikes.16 OCT 2026 · BY SPECTATE MEDIA DESK
TAX & POLICY · 3 MIN READGST Council likely to weigh ending precious metal import tax relief for banksA proposal before the GST Council seeks to remove the Integrated GST exemption on imports of gold, silver, and platinum by nominated agencies and banks.15 OCT 2026 · BY SPECTATE MEDIA DESK
TAX & POLICY · 2 MIN READAnalysts suggest rate hikes and tax cuts to support the Indian rupeeThe Reserve Bank of India has defended the currency from near record lows, while analysts and financial institutions outline potential further policy interventions.15 OCT 2026 · BY SPECTATE MEDIA DESKTAX & POLICY · 1 MIN READIndia and Mauritius amend tax pact to introduce principal purpose testNew rules target treaty abuse by prioritizing commercial substance over paperwork when evaluating tax relief claims.14 OCT 2026 · BY SPECTATE MEDIA DESKTAX & POLICY · 2 MIN READIncome tax department contacts tax professionals over delayed audit reportsThe tax authority has reached out to roughly 12,000 professionals who missed filing half of their audit reports for the 2026-27 assessment year.14 OCT 2026 · BY SPECTATE MEDIA DESK
MARKET DYNAMICS · 2 MIN READBank of England chief economist questions market rate hike betsHuw Pill expresses doubt over market expectations for four rate increases as policymakers evaluate inflation risks from the Iran war.14 OCT 2026 · BY SPECTATE MEDIA DESKTAX & POLICY · 2 MIN READFM Sitharaman comments on capital gains tax lift Sensex past 1100 pointsIndian equities surged on Tuesday after official remarks on transaction and capital gains taxes, supported by strong gains in major technology stocks.13 OCT 2026 · BY SPECTATE MEDIA DESK
BUSINESS NEWS · 3 MIN READGold and silver rebound on lower US yields and currency weaknessPrecious metals gained late in the week as the dollar retreated and the rupee weakened, though monetary policy risks persist.11 OCT 2026 · BY SPECTATE MEDIA DESKTAX & POLICY · 2 MIN READCentre plans faceless GST assessment for multi-jurisdiction businesses in FY28The Central government plans a centralised single window for around two lakh multi-jurisdiction CGST assessees starting FY28, with public consultation due by year-end.9 OCT 2026 · BY SPECTATE MEDIA DESKMARKET DYNAMICS · 2 MIN READBank of England chief economist urges central banks to maintain focus on inflationHuw Pill emphasizes the need to control inflationary pressures amid rising global bond yields, while the Bank of England's monetary policy committee remains split on interest rate decisions.9 OCT 2026 · BY SPECTATE MEDIA DESKMARKET DYNAMICS · 2 MIN READMonetary Authority of Singapore expected to tighten policy at October 14 reviewEconomists predict Singapore's central bank will allow its currency to appreciate to counter growing inflation risks while sustaining economic expansion.9 OCT 2026 · BY SPECTATE MEDIA DESKTAX & POLICY · 2 MIN READGST Council recommends lifting input tax credit restrictions on employee insurance and key servicesThe Goods and Services Tax Council has recommended easing blocked credit rules, allowing businesses to claim input tax credit on employee health and life insurance, as well as certain resold services.8 OCT 2026 · BY SPECTATE MEDIA DESK
BUSINESS NEWS · 3 MIN READUS and European electric vehicle markets diverge as policy shifts steer buyersWhile European consumers embrace electric vehicles amid high fuel prices and supportive policies, US buyers are shifting toward hybrids and used models following the end of a key federal tax credit.8 OCT 2026 · BY SPECTATE MEDIA DESK
MARKET DYNAMICS · 3 MIN READReserve Bank of India raises repo rate to 5.5 percent amid rising inflationThe central bank shifted its policy stance to calibrated tightening while upgrading its economic growth projection to 7.1 percent and raising its inflation forecast to 5.2 percent for the 2026-27 fiscal year.8 OCT 2026 · BY SPECTATE MEDIA DESKTAX & POLICY · 3 MIN READGST Council to evaluate major compliance and credit reforms at upcoming sessionThe proposed changes aim to transition the indirect tax system toward automated administration, offering relief on input tax credits, reducing arrest powers, and simplifying multi-state registrations.8 OCT 2026 · BY SPECTATE MEDIA DESKMARKET DYNAMICS · 1 MIN READMonetary Policy Statement, 2026-27 Resolution of the Monetary Policy Committee October 5 to 7, 2026Monetary Policy Decisions The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) held its 63rd meeting from October 5 to 7, 2026, under the chairmanship of Shri Sanjay Malhotra, Governor, Reserve Bank of India.7 OCT 2026 · BY SPECTATE MEDIA DESKTAX & POLICY · 3 MIN READTransfer pricing scrutiny and what CFOs should prepareThe arm's-length rule is unchanged, but the sections and the reporting form are new from 1 April 2026. Where files tend to fail, and what a CFO's documentation should show.22 SEPT 2026 · BY SPECTATE MEDIA DESKMARKET DYNAMICS · 3 MIN READRate-cut expectations and the mid-cap funding windowWhy readiness and timing can matter more than headline pricing for a mid-cap raise, and how policy-rate moves actually reach loans and equity issues. No forecast is made here.17 SEPT 2026 · BY SPECTATE MEDIA DESKTAX & POLICY · 3 MIN READFaceless assessment: how it works and how to handle noticesFaceless assessment has run since 2020 and now sits under the Income-tax Act 2025. How the process works, what the new Act carried over, and how to handle a notice in an electronic-only proceeding.14 SEPT 2026 · BY SPECTATE MEDIA DESK43 of 43 storiesYou are all caught up. Older stories are in the archive: use search at the top to find them.