India’s New Labour Codes 2026: Employer Compliance Checklist
Introduction India’s new Labour Codes 2026 have brought significant changes to the country’s employment and workplace compliance framework. The reforms aim to simplify labour regulations, strengthen employee protections, improve workplace safety, and streamline statutory compliance for businesses. The Government of India consolidated 29 central labour laws into four Labour Codes, which came into force on […]
GST Reforms from November 2026: What Small E-Commerce Sellers Need to Know
Introduction E-commerce GST Compliance is an important consideration for small online sellers operating in India. Businesses selling products through online marketplaces must understand the GST registration requirements, return filing procedures, tax payment obligations, and documentation rules that apply to their activities. The GST reforms discussed in October 2026 have brought renewed attention to simplified registration […]
GST Return Mismatches in India 2026: How Businesses Can Avoid Tax Notices
Introduction GST Return Reconciliation helps businesses identify discrepancies between GST returns, invoices, accounting records, and tax payments. Accurate reconciliation is essential for businesses in India because differences in reported sales, tax liabilities, or Input Tax Credit (ITC) can create compliance challenges. A GST return mismatch may occur because of incorrect invoice details, delayed supplier reporting, […]
India–Mauritius Tax Treaty Amendment 2026: New Anti-Abuse Rules for Businesses and Investors
Introduction The India Mauritius Tax Treaty has undergone an important update aimed at preventing the misuse of tax treaty benefits. On 13 October 2026, the Government of India notified a protocol amending the Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement (DTAA) between India and Mauritius. The protocol was signed on 7 March 2024 and entered into force on […]
Dead but Still Online: Who Owns Your Digital Life After Death?
Your digital life after death does not simply disappear. Photos sit in the cloud. Emails stay in an inbox. Crypto wallets, social profiles, and subscriptions keep existing long after you are gone. Someone has to decide who gets access. In India, the answer is still unclear. A 2026 court ruling has started to change that. […]
The Right to Be Forgotten in India: Can the Law Give You a Second Chance?
The right to be forgotten in India lets some people ask courts to hide old information about them online. A court may acquit you, yet Google still shows the arrest. A judge may quash an FIR, yet your name stays attached to the allegation. That gap between the legal outcome and the internet record hurts […]
Tax Audit Report 2026: Deadline, Documents and Compliance Checklist for Indian Businesses
Introduction The Tax Audit Report 2026 is an important compliance requirement for eligible businesses and professionals in India. It helps verify financial records, business income, expenses, deductions and other information reported for income tax purposes. Timely preparation and submission can help taxpayers avoid last-minute errors and compliance complications. For Assessment Year (AY) 2026–27, the Central […]
DPDP Order 2026: What Indian Businesses Must Change Now
The DPDP Order 2026 introduces important clarifications to India’s digital personal data protection framework. Issued by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), the Digital Personal Data Protection (Removal of Difficulties) Order, 2026 addresses specific wording issues in Sections 9 and 10 of the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023. The Order was issued […]
AI Voice Scam at Work: Can Companies Be Liable for Fake Executive Calls?
Introduction AI Voice Scam Liability is becoming an important legal and cybersecurity concern for businesses as artificial intelligence makes voice cloning more sophisticated. Criminals can use AI-generated voices to impersonate CEOs, CFOs, directors or other senior executives and pressure employees into transferring money, sharing confidential information or taking unauthorised actions. Unlike traditional fraud, AI voice […]
DPDP Order 2026: Data Protection Compliance Checklist for Indian Businesses
Introduction The DPDP Compliance Checklist India businesses need in 2026 should cover consent procedures, personal data handling, privacy documentation and applicable data-audit obligations. The Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, 2023 establishes a framework for processing digital personal data in India, making data protection an important responsibility for organisations that collect and use personal information. […]