Ambuja Cements Acquires South Indian Rival For $1.25 Bn

Adani-owned Ambuja Cements buys Penna Cement Industries for an enterprise value of $1.25 billion (around INR 10,422 crores) for its 14 mtpa of cement grinding capacity and 10.3 mtpa of clinker capacity. While PCIL has been facing liquidity issues, a potential turnaround can enhance the value for Ambuja Cements. At the same time, utilisation ramp-up at PCIL shall bring in additional […]

The Evolving Landscape of Internal Audit: From SOX to ESG and Beyond

In today’s corporate landscape, maintaining robust governance practices is imperative for sustained growth and stakeholder trust. Internal audit, Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) audit, and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) frameworks each play a pivotal role in enhancing corporate governance. This article explores the interplay between these three pillars, highlighting their significance in fostering transparency, accountability, and long-term value creation. Internal Audit Internal […]

RNM: Indirect Tax Alert June 2024

GST Calendar –Compliances for the month of June’2024 Nature of Compliances Due Date GSTR-7 (Tax Deducted at Source ‘TDS’)  July 10, 2024 GSTR-8 (Tax Collected at Source ‘TCS’)  July 10, 2024 GSTR-1  July 11, 2024 IFF- Invoice furnishing facility (Availing QRMP) July 13, 2024 GSTR-6 Input Service Distributor July 13, 2024 GSTR-2B (Auto-Generated Statement) July 14, 2024 GSTR-3B  July 20, […]

RNM Tax Alert – Direct Tax for June 2024

Important Judicial Precedents 1. As per the settled position in law, interest accrued on compensation received can be termed as capital receipt & hence, not taxable: HC [2024-TIOL-960-HC-DEL-IT_ITA 1114/2018 _PCIT-4 Vs. INS FINANCE AND INVESTMENT PVT LTD] It is pertinent to point out that this amount cannot be characterized as compensation granted by the Court on account of cancellation of […]