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An analytical review explores capital punishment execution methods in India following the Supreme Court's Rishi Malhotra ruling. It covers legal medicine and alternative execution techniques.
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Stock futures staged a recovery as market participants braced for upcoming corporate earnings reports, crucial jobs data, and the midterm elections. Investors monitored these key developments during a busy week of financial catalysts.
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The Bombay High Court invalidated the reassessment proceedings against Grasim after finding that reasons for income escapement were supplied after the limitation period. The court also held that proportionate rights shares issued below fair market value are not taxable.
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The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs issued Notification No. 04/2026-Central Tax (Rate), mandating the reverse charge mechanism on waste and scrap items starting November 1, 2026. The new compliance covers used cooking oil, plastic, tyre, and e-waste scrap.
Effective November 1, 2026
For professionals: Advise clients dealing in used cooking oil, plastic scrap, tyre scrap, and e-waste scrap to prepare for recipient-side compliance under the reverse charge mechanism. Update accounting systems to account for GST under reverse charge starting from November 1, 2026. Track further clarifications regarding input tax credit claims on these supplies and ensure accurate monthly return filings to protect cash flow and compliance ratings.
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The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs announced simplified GST registration provisions allowing e-commerce sellers to operate in other states without physical business premises, effective November 1, 2026. This administrative change provides substantial relief to digital merchants.
Effective November 1, 2026
For professionals: Advise clients to evaluate multi-state expansion strategies and review portal filing procedures for non-resident state registrations ahead of the effective date. · Ensure seamless compliance for digital merchants expanding across state borders without incurring unnecessary real estate costs.
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Bank of India and Axis Bank rolled out special festive loan offers featuring interest rate discounts and processing fee waivers. These promotional packages aim to attract retail borrowers during the festive season.
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India's inaugural domestic bullet train, designated as B-28 or Bharat 28, is approaching a key manufacturing phase at BEML's Bengaluru facility. Operating at a velocity of 249 kmph, an eight-coach configuration accommodates 557 travelers, while two linked units can seat 1,114 individuals with complimentary internet access. Trial runs are scheduled for 2027, followed by commercial launch in August.
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Tamil Nadu is dealing with a backlog exceeding 84,000 pending indirect tax appeals. Taxpayers facing delays navigate provisions under Section 107, mandatory pre-deposits, and constitutional remedies through the High Court via Article 226.
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Key indirect tax reforms taking effect in November 2026 introduce new electric vehicle rates, scrap reverse charge mechanisms, tax deducted at source provisions, electronic way bill verifications, and a ₹10,000 notice threshold.
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Morgan Stanley and JPMorgan have initiated coverage on the National Stock Exchange with overweight ratings. The brokerages assigned specific share price targets of ₹2,315 and ₹2,130 while highlighting risks from regulations and market competition.
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Kotak Mahindra Bank offers authorized outward remittance services detailing eligible transfer purposes, customer verification protocols, fee structures, settlement timelines, and tax collection at source applicability. The informational overview covers compliance requirements for international fund transfers.
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Data reveals that 37 percent of retail investors under the age of 25 incur financial losses from their market activities. Despite these negative outcomes, younger demographic cohorts in India continue actively participating in trading.
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