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Edition #46 Sign up | Advertise Hey LLA, Remember? This past Monday when we turned the spotlight on Sahil Vaidya, the co-founder of The Minimalist and the genius behind Learning Machine. Well, we’ve got another gem for you that you surely don’t want to overlook. 🌟 This Edition: Sahil’s Entrepreneurial Insights Building on the fascinating …
Compliance Calendar for May 2022 📅
A meticulous and timely compliance mechanism is instrumental in meeting the rapid pace of legislative and regulatory changes. Here is the Compliance Calendar for the month of May, 2022 to keep you updated & reminded of the essential due dates.
Is WFH pushing you to the edge?
The pandemic added a new leaf to the work culture across the globe. As the world shifted from working from offices to working from home, it gave rise to the new normal “remote working”. This shift is often celebrated by many. However, you may be surprised to know that it is one of the leading …
Compliance Calendar for March 2022
A meticulous and timely compliance mechanism is instrumental in meeting the rapid pace of legislative and regulatory changes. Here is the Compliance Calendar for the month of March, 2022 to keep you updated & reminded of the essential due dates because “Safety begins with compliance”.
Everyone is hiring!
Everyone is hiring! Just log on to your social media account or your LinkedIn account or a job portal and the chances are you will definitely come across at least 2-5 job listings for sure. With so many new startups and the age of entrepreneurship, the market is booming with opportunities. Yet, you must have …
Understanding the Employment Contract
An employment contract is a legally binding agreement between two parties, the employer and the employee, and is designed to give both parties security and protection. Employment contracts are important for both employee and employer. It binds both parties to their duties and responsibilities. Generally, contracts of employment are poorly drafted and inadequate and in …
How to calculate your PF amount at retirement?
Will you receive the interest if your employer pays the contribution late? How much interest will you get if you make a partial withdrawal? PF is paid on employee share or the employer’s share? These are some questions about the PF interest that most of us don’t know much about PF Interest Rules The PF …
The HR will be dead by 2030?
The flood of change to the HR industry in the last decade and particularly post the pandemic has brought about a revolution in the industry. Many industry experts believe that as a result of technological development which have made the job more convenient and simple, the HR would become redundant. Is it so? Will HR …
Decoding Your Salary Slip
When you join a company, you are promised a cost to the company (CTC), and that usually is a handsome amount, but when the salary is credited into your account, the figure somehow looks much smaller and the only document where you can find the details is your monthly salary slip. However, it is not …
Compliance Calendar for April 2021
A meticulous and timely compliance mechanism is instrumental in meeting the rapid pace of legislative and regulatory changes. Here is the Compliance Calendar for the month of April, 2021 to keep you updated & reminded of the essential due dates because “Safety begins with compliance”. Due Date Description Section/ Act/ Form 7-4-2021 TDS Payment for …
Bond in Investing?
When it comes to investing our hard-earned money Fixed Deposits and Post Office schemes are the most popular forms of investment among Indian investors. However, with dipping interest rates these options are losing their shine. At such a time, bonds turn out to be a safe bet for such risk-averse investors who are looking beyond …
Its Raining IPOs
Post the lockdown, there has been a huge shift in the mindset of common man regarding the stock market. As people have become more aware and open about investing and growing wealth, 2021 has become a good time for new market entrants. The companies are making the most of this optimistic trend and are coming …
Compliance Calendar for March 2021 📅
A meticulous and timely compliance mechanism is instrumental in meeting the rapid pace of legislative and regulatory changes. Here is the Compliance Calendar for the month of March,, 2021 to keep you updated & reminded of the essential due dates because “Safety begins with compliance”. Tweet this or Share on Whatsapp
Tax Time of the Year
It’s that time of the year when your company’s accounts department knocks on your door to submit your income-tax saving proofs. The taxes deducted at source (TDS) are covered under Section 192 of the Income-tax Act, 1961 making it the obligation of the employer to withhold taxes at the time of payment of salaries. The …
BUDGET DECODE
The Finance minister in her Budget 2021 speech announced a slew of taxation reforms along with increased spending on healthcare and other sectors. The budget received a lukewarm response from the citizens. However, the budget was praised by the International Monetary Fund for its futuristic approach and focus on growth. Addressing the nation after the …
What’s new in the WhatsApp Privacy Policy?
What’s new in the WhatsApp Privacy Policy?Experts fear that the new WhatsApp policy will integrate Facebook, WhatsApp and Instagram to give a 360-degree profile into a person’s online activity, with a high level of insight into a person’s private and personal activities. This could be dangerous without any government oversight and in the absence of …
Crucial Changes in GST Rules
Crucial Changes in GST RulesIn the year 2021, the tax department has come up with various changes in Goods and Service Tax (GST) Rules which will impact businesses registered under the GST regime and the businessmen who are planning to get themselves registered under GST. Here are the points you should know to run a …
Compliance Calendar for January 2021
Compliance Calendar for January 2021 A meticulous and timely compliance mechanism is instrumental in meeting the rapid pace of legislative and regulatory changes. Here is the Compliance Calendar for the month of January, to keep you updated & reminded of the essential due dates. Bonus: We have made a detailed video about PF and TDS …
In the race to get a vaccine
In the race to get a vaccine As the coronavirus continues to spread around the globe, companies and academic labs are working at a breakneck pace to develop solutions for economies to be open safely and permanently. India is the world’s biggest vaccine manufacturer, has a population of 1.3 billion at home to inoculate.What types …
Various types of ITR Forms. Which one should you choose?
Various types of ITR Forms. Which one should you choose? What are ITR forms?An ITR form is a prescribed form through which you communicate the details of your income earned, deductions claimed and taxes paid in a financial year to the Income Tax Department. It also enables you to carry forward the losses and claim …
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Compliance Calendar, December 2020
Compliance Calendar, December 2020 A timely compliance with all the relevant laws, regulations and policies benefits organizations by keeping things running smoothly, reducing fines & penalties and also maintaining its position in the industry. Here is a Compliance Calendar for the month of December, to keep you updated & reminded of the essential due dates …
Atmanirbhar Bharat Rozgar Yojana
Greetings of the day! The Burning Tale Atmanirbhar Bharat Rozgar YojanaUnion Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced an employment generation scheme as a part of the Atmanirbhar Bharat Package 3.0, on 12 November, 2020. Under the scheme, the government will give subsidy to establishments for new hirings. The subsidy would be to cover for provident fund …
Tax on Investment
Dear Loveleen Greetings of the day! The Burning Tale Tax on Investment With more people going on the internet, increasing awareness and presence of online portals has led to an increased interest in stock market investing. But what about income from sale or purchase of shares? Many homemakers, retired people, spend their time gainfully buying …
PF Compliance Simplified!
The EPF Act is one of the world’s biggest social security schemes with a contribution rate which is 4 times the contribution rate of the ESI Scheme. More than 7 crore employees are covered by the act . Owing to the huge number of employees covered by the scheme & its complex structure, there is …
Compliances for different forms of Organisation- An important decision to make.
Greetings of the day! The Burning Tale Careful consideration should be taken when choosing a business entity as it makes a difference in compliances, taxes and ultimately profit. As a business owner, it is sometimes difficult to decide how to structure your business. The idea is not just to make it easy to run but …
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Diwali Bonus this year?
Greetings of the day! The Burning Tale Diwali Bonus this year? With the festivities just around the corner, employees are eagerly expecting a Diwali bonus from their companies and many PSUs and Corporates have declared the bonus. But is it mandatory to give a Diwali Bonus? How is it calculated? Let’s understand it better. Bonus vs …
Compliance Calendar for February 2021
A meticulous and timely compliance mechanism is instrumental in meeting the rapid pace of legislative and regulatory changes. Here is the Compliance Calendar for the month of February, 2021 to keep you updated & reminded of the essential due dates because “Safety begins with compliance”. Tweet this or Share on Whatsapp Bonus: We have made …
Are you ready for the IPO Season?
Calendar year 2021 is set to witness a plethora of initial public offers (IPOs) as fundraising via public issue route gathers steam. At least 15 companies may come out with their initial public offerings. These include Indian Railway Finance Corporation, Kalyan Jewellers, Suryoday Small Finance Bank, ESAF Small Finance Bank, Indigo Paints, Brookfield India Real …
Decoding New Codes!
Greetings of the day! The Burning Tale THE GOVT NOTIFIED THE THREE LABOUR CODES AFTER SECURING THE NOD OF PRESIDENT ON 28 SEPTEMBER 2020 The three labour codes passed by Parliament recently had been long due for decades. The three bills relate to occupational safety, health and working conditions, industrial relations and social security. Along with the earlier enacted Wage …
EPF Decoded!
Greetings of the day! This edition will provide you with a brief analysis of the existing EPF rules and important points related to Employee Provident Fund, Employee Pension Scheme and EDLI. The Burning Tale 1. What is EPF? The Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) is a savings scheme introduced under the Employees’ Provident Fund and Miscellaneous …
Gratuity-Rewarding hard work and loyalty
Greetings of the day! This edition will provide you with a brief analysis of the Payment of Gratuity Act, 1972. The act provides for a scheme for the payment of gratuity to employees engaged in factories, mines, oilfields, plantations, ports, railway companies, shops or other establishments and for matters connected therewith or incidental thereto. The …
Dancing your way to freelancing!
Greetings of the day! Desperate times call for desperate measures. Owing to the need for supplemental income due to high unemployment, increasing cost of living, growing aspirations of students and changing mindsets of women engaged in homemaking, the gig economy is growing rapidly. This edition will provide you tips and tools that will help you …
Transparent Taxation – Honoring the Honest
Greetings of the day! This edition will provide you with an in-depth analysis of the Taxpayers Charter and Faceless Assessment announced by the Prime Minister on 13th August, 2020. The Burning Tale What is a charter? A charter is the grant of authority or rights, stating that the granter formally recognizes the prerogative of the recipient to …
Opportunity of a lifetime?
Greetings of the day! Got an offer that sounds too good to be true? Beware! Scam ho sakta hai! Covid-19 has changed the way we live, celebrate, socialize and work. Most of us are working from home while others have lost jobs and are looking for opportunities. This is the perfect opportunity for criminals wanting to exploit …
When HRs drop the ball! 🛑
Greetings of the day! Big or small, all businesses with employees need to have a system in place for handling payroll activities such as paying employees, paying taxes, filing necessary returns and reports, etc. This edition will provide you with an insight into the most common payroll mistakes that HRs need to be aware of. The Burning …
Employment Clauses that One Must Know
Greetings of the day! This edition will provide you with the important clauses of the employment contract that one should know and make use of while drafting an Employment Contract. The Burning Tale What is an employment contract? An agreement entered into between an employer and an employee at the time the employee is hired that outlines …
Decoding the Code – The Code on Wages, 2019
Greetings of the day! The Code on Wages Act, 2019 is expected to be implemented in September 2020. Several laws related to wages and bonuses have been amended and included in the act. This edition will provide you with an in-depth analysis of the Code on Wages Act, 2019. The Burning Tale Which laws does The Code …
Easier said than done!
Greetings of the day!This edition will provide you with a brief analysis of the four labour codes introduced by the government in 2015 to bring about reforms and to ensure ease of business and safeguard the interests of the workers. Entering 2020, the government hoped that India would be able to implement all four codes however, it …
Remote Work – A Dream Come True✨
Greetings of the day!This edition will provide you with a comprehensive analysis of the major changes being made to the workplace with the advent of Work from Home. It has paved the way for major labour law reforms in the IT Industry. These changes are being made silently by NASSCOM, which involves amending or abolishing a …
📅 Save the date!- Important Deadlines
Dear Readers, Greetings of the day! Timely payment of taxes and dues not only gets you immense benefits in terms of savings but also keeps you out of troubles like penalization, bad credit score due to non-compliance, etc. However, there have been too many changes in the due dates owing to the Covid-19 crisis. This …
🛣 Going the extra mile – Unlock 1.0
Greetings of the day!This edition will provide you with an in-depth analysis of the impact of Unlock 1.0 announced by MHA on 30 June 2020. It has almost been a week since the unlock was announced. So, let’s dive in and discover the impact of the Unlock 1.0 on employers, employees and the Indian economy …
‘PF Relief’- ✨All that Glitters is Not Gold✨
Dear Reader Greetings of the day! This edition will provide you with an in-depth analysis of how the reduction in the EPF contribution rate announced on 18th May, 2020, will affect you as an employee/employer. “THE BURNING TALE” As a part of the economic relief package, the Finance Minister announced a reduction in contribution towards …
🧾 The relief package with no relief!
“THE BURNING TALE” The Reality of Atma Nirbhar Bharat Package The package includes RBI and Pre- Tranche measures It includes the liquidity of 8 lakh crores added by the measures of RBI in February, March and April and the 1.9 lakh crore Relief Package that was announced in March. So, the real amount of the …
Labour Law Advisor Says Hello 😃
FUN FACTs Nearly 60% of all wage and salary workers (78.2 million professionals) are hourly employees. In 1996 The American National Payroll Association founded National Payroll Week to celebrate the partnership between America’s workers and companies – the weeklong event even has its own theme song. Employees tend to retain their training better when they …