Table of Contents
Taxation Resource
- Income Tax Act, 1961
- Income Tax Rules, 1962
- GST Act, 2017
- GST Rules, 2017
- CBDT circulars and notifications
- GST Council meeting minutes and notifications
- International Taxation
- Double Taxation Avoidance Agreements (DTAA)
- GST FAQs
- Income Tax Calculator
- GST Rate Finder
- CBDT instructions and Manuals
- GST Judgments and Order
- GST Checklist
- Income Tax Checklist
- Deductions under Section 80C to 80U of Income Tax Act, 1961
- Customs Act, 1962
Audit & Compliances Resource
- The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI)
- The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI)
- The Institute of Cost Accountants of India (ICAI)
- The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI)
- The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA)
- The National Financial Reporting Authority (NFRA)
- The Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG)
- The Reserve Bank of India (RBI)
- The National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT)
Tools and Checklists:
Business Consultancy Resource
- "The Lean Startup" by Eric Ries: This book provides a methodology for developing and launching successful startups by emphasizing the importance of validated learning and customer feedback.
- "The Innovator's Dilemma" by Clayton Christensen: This book explores the challenges that established companies face when disruptive technologies emerge and provides insights on how to navigate these challenges.
- "Business Model Generation" by Alexander Osterwalder and Yves Pigneur: This book provides a visual toolkit for creating and analyzing business models and is a useful resource for developing and refining business strategies.
- "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People" by Stephen Covey: This book provides a framework for personal and professional development and is a valuable resource for improving leadership and management skills.
- "The E-Myth Revisited" by Michael E. Gerber: This book provides insights into the common pitfalls of small business ownership and offers practical advice for building a successful and sustainable business.
- "The Art of SEO" By Eric Enge, et al: This book covers the technical and creative elements of SEO and provides a comprehensive guide to optimizing websites for search engines..
- "Good to Great" by Jim Collins: This book provides a framework for building great companies by identifying the key factors that separate good companies from great ones.
- "The Business Model Generation" by Alexander Osterwalder: This book provides a visual tool for creating, testing and analyzing business models, it's a great resource for business strategy development.
- "Scaling Up" by Verne Harnish: This book provides a roadmap for scaling a business and includes practical tools and strategies for achieving growth.
Business Valuation Resource
- International Glossary of Business Valuation Terms
- Business Valuation Resources from the National Association of Certified Valuators and Analysts (NACVA)
- Business Valuation Standards from the American Institute of CPAs
- Guide to Business Valuation from the Appraisal Foundation
- The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) - Business Valuation Resources
International Taxation Resource
- Income Tax Act, 1961
- Double Taxation Avoidance Agreements (DTAA)
- Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA) 1999: This Act provides for the regulation of foreign exchange transactions in India.
- Indian Customs Tariff Act, 1975: This Act provides for the levy of customs duty on imported and exported goods in India.
- The Transfer Pricing Regulations in India: These regulations provide guidelines on how to determine the arm's length price for transactions between related parties.
Other relevant resources:
- The Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) Base Erosion and Profit Shifting (BEPS) Action Plan: This plan provides guidelines for countries to address tax avoidance by multinational enterprises.
- The International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) Tax Charter: This tax charter provides guidance on the allocation of taxing rights between countries in international tax matters.
- The United Nations Model Double Taxation Convention between Developed and Developing Countries: This model convention provides guidance on the allocation of taxing rights between developed and developing countries in international tax matters.
- The International Fiscal Association (IFA) website: IFA is a non-profit organization that provides information and research on international tax law.
FEMA Compliances Resource
- Reserve Bank of India (RBI) – Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA) Regulations
- Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) - Foreign Exchange Management (Transfer or Issue of Security by a Person Resident outside India) Regulations, 2000
- Directorate of Enforcement - FEMA
- Foreign Exchange Department, Reserve Bank of India - FAQs on FEMA
- Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) - Guide to FEMA Compliance
- Ministry of Commerce and Industry - Foreign Trade Policy, 2015-2020
- Taxmann - Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA)
New Business Setup Resource
- "Startup India" initiative by the Government of India: This is a government-led initiative that provides a platform for startups to get information, funding, mentorship, and networking opportunities.
- Incorporation procedures on the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) website: This website provides detailed information on the procedures for incorporating a company in India, including forms and fees.
- Registrar of Companies (ROC) website: This website allows users to search for company information, including incorporation details and filing history.
- National Small Industries Corporation (NSIC): NSIC is a government of India enterprise that provides assistance to micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in India.
- Startup India Hub: A one-stop solution for all startup-related information, resources, and support by the government of India.
- DPIIT (Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade): DPIIT is a department under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India. It is responsible for the formulation and implementation of policies and programmes for the promotion of industry and internal trade in the country.
- Indian Angel Network: Indian Angel Network is a platform that connects startups with angel investors who can provide funding and mentorship.
- Indian Venture Capital Association: The Indian Venture Capital Association (IVCA) is the premier association of venture capital and private equity firms in India.