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A new scheme has been introduced for re-opening of closed assessments - a vexed, disputable subject

Budget unleashes reforms in tax dispute resolution mechanism

by Mukesh Butani |Feb 1, 2021

Substantial changes have been introduced in relation to Tax Dispute Resolution mechanism to impart greater efficiency, transparency and accountability by eliminating interface to the extent technologi...

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's statement to present a "budget like never before" has raised expectations to revive the COVID-struck economy at this crucial juncture in its resurrection story

Budget 2021: These three key sectors expect govt to deliver a game-changing super over

by Mukesh Butani |Jan 20, 2021

The Union Budget 2021 should reflect concrete and enthused government efforts to boost both consumption and demand for an overall push to the economy

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India-US bonhomie to only continue under Joe Biden's leadership; here's how

by Mukesh Butani |Nov 11, 2020

Trade relations and strategic partnership of India and the US have, in the last two decades, received consistent bipartisan support from lawmakers on both sides

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Reform, Perform, Transform

by Mukesh Butani |Jul 8, 2019

The Budget is promising and instils hope for a holistic economic order in coming years

U.S. Tax Reform Has Global Implications

by Mukesh Butani |Jan 10, 2018

The tax reform suggests a drastic cut in corporate tax, but the fine print indicates an additional tax burden on U.S. multinationals.

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Finance Bill 2017: Asserting the Boundaries of Lawmaking?

by Mukesh Butani |Apr 1, 2017

Although Parliament has passed the Bill in its original form, a debate before the judiciary on certain provisions cannot be ruled out. Here is why

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Budget 2017: Reorganizing tax rates for boosting growth

by Mukesh Butani |Jan 24, 2017

The other key developments in 2016 include passage of Constitutional Amendment Bill for GST, dedicated action to deal with the menace of black money [Income Declaration Scheme, 2016 (IDS), amendme...

Vodafone verdict: 'SC verdict clarifies important principles of law on tax treatment of offshore deals'

by Mukesh Butani |Feb 4, 2012

Mukesh Butani, Chairman at BMR Advisors, says the Supreme Court verdict on Vodafone case clarifies important principles of law on tax treatment of offshore transactions.

Aam aadmi's wish list

by Mukesh Butani |Jan 23, 2008

An individual is still subject to a higher rate of tax than most corporates, and doesn't enjoy as many tax deductions.