Fast fashion has transformed the way we dress—but at a staggering hidden cost to people and the planet. Behind every low-priced garment lies a global network of environmental damage, labour exploitation, and human rights concerns. As governments consider import tariffs and carbon-based levies to hold producers accountable, consumers face a [...]
The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has significantly broadened the scope of the fast-track merger (FTM) process through Notification No. G.S.R. 603(E) dated 4th September 2025. The amendments now allow a wider range of companies—including low-debt unlisted entities, certain subsidiaries, and even foreign holding companies with Indian wholly owned subsidiaries—to [...]
The 56th GST Council Meeting on 3rd September 2025 has marked a significant milestone in India’s indirect tax landscape, introducing major GST rate rationalisations aimed at simplifying compliance and providing consumer relief. The Council has proposed a streamlined two-rate structure—5% for merit goods and 18% as the standard rate—with a [...]
