India
Stay informed about India’s immigration policies, visa requirements, and legal aspects of moving to or from India. This section provides up-to-date information essential for navigating the complexities of Indian immigration law and procedures.
Master Section 2(22)(e) Deemed Dividend Rules Under Finance Act 2025
Finance Act 2025 clarifies Section 2(22)(e) deemed dividends, emphasizing a shareholder-centric approach to prevent litigation and tax disguised profits.
GSTN Launches Rule 14A Withdrawal Facility with Aadhaar Authentication
India's GST portal now allows Rule 14A withdrawal via Form REG-32, requiring Aadhaar authentication and full return compliance…
Amitav Acharya Debunks Job-Stealing Narrative Around H-1B Visa Program
Scholar Amitav Acharya challenges H-1B job-stealing claims as U.S. officials implement wage-weighted selection and higher fees to protect…
U.S. Visitor Visa Waits in India Push Travelers to Choose Chennai Over Mumbai
Mumbai's 9.5-month US visa wait contrasts with Chennai's 1.5-month timeline, prompting Indian applicants to switch consulates for faster…
Asha Sharma Replaces Phil Spencer to Lead Microsoft Gaming
Asha Sharma replaces Phil Spencer as Microsoft Gaming CEO, signaling a major strategic push to integrate AI across…
Trump Uses Supreme Court Ruling to Launch 10% Global Tariff
Trump signs 10% global tariff effective Feb 24 after Supreme Court limits executive power; USMCA exempt. Impact on…
Tobacco Tax Overhaul 2026 Sets 40% GST and RSP-Based Valuation
India's 2026 tobacco tax remains at 28% GST; claims of a 40% hike or RSP-based valuation are false.…
Supreme Court Rules on GST Refunds with Justice JB Pardiwala
Indian businesses cautioned against unverified reports of a 2026 Supreme Court GST ruling while managing tax incidence rules…
Supreme Court Extends Time for Statutory Appeal in GST Input Tax Credit Case
India's Supreme Court extends the GST fake ITC appeal deadline to March 2026, requiring a pre-deposit and clarifying…
Indian Chartered Accountant Faces US Tourist Visa Denial After Visa Interview
A successful Indian accountant's U.S. visa denial highlights how Section 214(b) prioritizes 'intent to return' over wealth and…