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March 28, 2026
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Alternate Minimum Tax compliance through Form 67 requires CA certification, electronic filing, and timely submission with the return.
Form 67 is prescribed for furnishing details relating to the computation of Adjusted Total Income and Alternate Minimum Tax (AMT) under section 206(2) of the Income-tax Act, 2025. It applies to persons other than companies, subject to stated exceptions, and is not required for certain specified taxpayers where adjusted total income does not exceed twenty lakh rupees. The form is used to determine AMT on adjusted total income, with tax payable at the higher of the regular tax or AMT, and it incorporates adjustments such as depreciation and other specified items.
March 28, 2026
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Minimum Alternate Tax reporting through Form 66 demands Chartered Accountant certification, digital filing, and return-linked book profit verification.
Companies liable to Minimum Alternate Tax must furnish Form 66, a Chartered Accountant-certified report on book profit and MAT computation, annually with the income tax return. The form is digitally signed, accepted by the company through the e-filing portal, and linked to the return for processing. It contains company particulars, profit adjustments, transition amount, final MAT computation, auditor certification, and supporting financial and tax documents.
March 27, 2026
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Access to unrelied ED documents denied at pre-cognisance stage in an ongoing money-laundering investigation.
Access to documents seized by the Enforcement Directorate but not relied upon in the chargesheet was refused at the pre-cognisance stage in an ongoing Prevention of Money Laundering Act matter. The court held that the accused had already been supplied with the prosecution complaint and relied-upon documents, and that disclosure of unrelied material was not required before cognisance when the investigation remained pending.
March 27, 2026
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Trade agreement framework balances market access with farmer safeguards, calibrated tariff concessions, and export opportunities across key sectors.
India and the United States have agreed on a framework for an interim trade agreement intended to expand reciprocal and mutually beneficial trade while protecting domestic sensitivities, particularly in agriculture and dairy. The framework contemplates improved market access, rules of origin, action on non-tariff barriers, and cooperation on standards, digital trade, economic security, technology, supply chain resilience, energy and manufacturing. Limited and calibrated tariff concessions have been offered on select agricultural products through quota-based mechanisms, phased concessions and partial duty reductions, with the quotas kept within existing import levels to avoid adverse impact on domestic farmers.
March 27, 2026
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Rupee weakness deepens as higher crude prices, dollar strength and foreign selling weigh on currency and reserves.
The rupee weakened sharply to a historic low against the US dollar amid sustained pressure from higher crude oil prices, a stronger greenback, foreign investor selling, and energy-led inflation concerns. India's foreign exchange reserves also declined during the reporting week, driven by a fall in gold reserves. The government indicated plans to mobilise substantial borrowing through dated securities in the April-September period, while noting a reduction in gross market borrowing after G-Sec switches.
March 27, 2026
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Government borrowing calendar set for dated securities, green bonds, retail bidding and flexible issuance management.
The Centre plans to raise gross market borrowings through dated securities in the first half of FY 2026-27 to finance the fiscal deficit, with borrowing spread across weekly auctions and multiple maturities. The borrowing calendar includes sovereign green bonds, non-competitive bidding for specified retail investors, and flexibility to modify issuance amounts, maturities, instruments and timing in consultation with the Reserve Bank of India, depending on funding needs and market conditions.
March 27, 2026
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Bilateral trade agreement negotiations advance as India and the US discuss WTO issues, tariffs, and next steps in talks.
India and the United States continued discussions on the next steps in the bilateral trade agreement negotiations, covering the WTO agenda, the India-US BTA, and ways to deepen bilateral economic cooperation and trade ties. A framework for the first phase has been finalised, but the legal text remains unsigned, and the chief negotiators' meeting was postponed because of changes in the US tariff architecture and the need to await the revised global tariff framework before the interim trade agreement is signed.
March 27, 2026
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Energy supply stability assured as government rules out lockdown, citing adequate fuel stocks and anti-hoarding measures.
The government ruled out any lockdown and said India has adequate stocks of petrol, diesel and LPG, with fuel retail operations continuing normally despite energy supply disruptions linked to the war in West Asia. Officials said rumours have caused panic buying, while alternative sourcing, higher domestic LPG production, excise duty cuts, export levies, export diversion directions and intensified anti-hoarding enforcement are being used to stabilise supplies and protect consumers.
March 27, 2026
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Excise duty cut on petrol and diesel aims to shield consumers from global fuel price volatility.
The Union Government reduced excise duty on petrol and diesel by Rs 10 per litre to prevent a retail price increase caused by rising global oil prices. The move was described as a people-centric measure intended to shield consumers from fuel price volatility and wider shortages linked to global instability.
March 27, 2026
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State borrowing costs harden as bond yields rise, forcing partial bids and higher returns in volatile fixed-income markets.
States' borrowing costs hardened in a State Development Loan auction as cut-off yields rose across long-term maturities, with several securities moving above 8 per cent. The increase tracked a broader rise in government bond yields amid global oil price pressures, inflationary concerns and weakness in the rupee, causing some states to accept only partial borrowing amounts or reject bids. The report notes that higher bond yields may keep borrowing costs elevated and increase volatility in fixed-income markets.
March 27, 2026
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Money laundering proceedings over bank loan fraud allegations include diversion of proceeds through offshore entities and property transactions.
Money laundering proceedings under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act concern a former senior executive of Reliance Communications and another accused in an alleged bank loan fraud case. The allegations include concealment, layering and diversion of proceeds of crime through foreign subsidiaries and offshore entities, purchase and sale of a Manhattan condominium during the insolvency process, and routing of sale proceeds through an asserted sham investment arrangement. The allegations also include personal diversion of funds for overseas education-related payments.
March 27, 2026
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Minimum alternate tax and book profit reporting through Form 66, with CA certification, exemptions, and MAT credit rules.
Form No. 66 is the prescribed electronic statement for furnishing details of book profit and minimum alternate tax under section 206(1) of the Income-tax Act, 2025. It applies to companies where normal tax is lower than the minimum tax, must be filed along with the return of income, and requires certification by an Accountant/Chartered Accountant. The FAQ explains book-profit adjustments, MAT credit, exemptions, Ind-AS transition amounts, and the consequences of incorrect or missing filing.
March 27, 2026
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Patent box regime filing through Form 65 enables eligible resident assessees to opt for concessional royalty taxation.
Form 65 is the prescribed application for an eligible resident assessee to exercise the option under Section 194(1) of the Income-tax Act, 2025 for royalty income from a patent developed and registered in India. It relates to the concessional 10% tax rate under the patent box regime and requires the assessee to forgo deductions or allowances against such royalty income. The form is filed electronically by the return-filing due date, with patent details, royalty particulars, expenditure information and verification requirements.
March 27, 2026
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Concessional royalty taxation under Form 65 requires resident eligibility, electronic filing, and a five-year lock-in period.
Form 65 is the prescribed income-tax application by which a resident assessee opts for concessional taxation on royalty income from a patent developed and registered in India. The form enables taxation at a flat 10% rate on gross royalty, with surcharge and cess, subject to conditions including denial of deductions, Indian patent registration, and development in India. The option must be filed electronically by the return due date, cannot be revised or withdrawn for that year, and carries a five-tax-year lock-in.
March 27, 2026
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Tax deduction verification through Form 61 requires e-filing, irrevocable authorisation, and proof of transmission to the financial institution.
Form No. 61 is an irrevocable authorisation enabling tax authorities to obtain information and records from a financial institution in a Notified Jurisdictional Area for verifying deduction claims on payments made to that institution. It is filed once for the tax year before the income-tax return due date, through the e-filing portal, with details of the institution, payment, supporting documents, and proof that the first copy has been deposited or transmitted. The assessee must send the first copy to the institution and submit the second copy with proof to the Assessing Officer.
March 27, 2026
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Notified jurisdictional area disclosures: Form 61 authorisation enables tax authorities to access financial records for deduction verification.
Form No. 61 is an irrevocable authorisation enabling the Central Board of Direct Taxes and designated income-tax authorities to obtain information and records from a financial institution located in a notified jurisdictional area for the purpose of claiming deduction in respect of payments made to such institution. The form must be filed once for the relevant tax year before the due date for filing the income-tax return, through the e-filing portal, and verified by DSC or EVC as applicable. The assessee must submit the first copy to the financial institution and the second copy with proof to the Assessing Officer, while waiving privacy, data protection and banking secrecy protections.
March 27, 2026
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Excise duty reduction and export duty hike reshape fuel pricing to ease under-recoveries and protect domestic supply.
Excise duty on petrol and diesel has been reduced, while export duty on diesel and aviation turbine fuel has been increased, to address under-recoveries of oil marketing companies, support domestic fuel availability, and limit consumer price pressure amid volatility in global oil markets. The revised rates are stated to operate on a fortnightly review basis, with the policy rationale emphasising energy security, domestic supply prioritisation, and response to disrupted international crude and product markets.
March 27, 2026
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International group reporting designation requires Form No. 60 for appointing the entity that files the Country-by-Country Report.
Form No. 60 is the intimation to be furnished on behalf of an international group having multiple constituent entities resident in India for designating a single constituent entity to file the Country-by-Country Report in Form No. 59. The form requires particulars of the international group, the parent entity, the designated constituent entity, and the other constituent entities resident in India, including name, address and PAN details. It is to be filed as an e-form through the income tax e-filing portal, at least 30 days before the due date for Form No. 59, followed by preview and e-verification before submission.
March 27, 2026
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Country-by-Country reporting compliance for international groups, covering filing triggers, due dates, and e-form submission requirements.
Form No. 59 is the prescribed e-form for filing the Country-by-Country Report of an international group. It applies to a resident parent entity or alternate reporting entity where the consolidated group revenue exceeds the prescribed threshold, and in specified cases to a resident constituent entity where the parent is not required to report, there is no exchange arrangement with India, or a notified systemic failure exists. The report is ordinarily due within twelve months from the end of the reporting accounting year, with a shorter period in cases involving notified systemic failure. The form captures entity particulars, tax jurisdiction details, constituent entity data, and additional information.
March 27, 2026
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Country-by-country reporting intimation by Indian constituent entities sets out the reporting entity and filing location for the group report.
Form No. 58 is an intimation by every constituent entity resident in India, where the parent entity of the international group is not resident in India, regarding whether it is an alternate reporting entity and, if not, the details of the parent entity or alternate reporting entity and their country or territory of residence. The form informs the income-tax authorities where the Country-by-Country Report will be filed and must be submitted two months before the due date for furnishing that report.

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Federal Bank Strengthens Focus on Wealth Management Business

March 9, 2026

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Federal Bank launches wealth platform, inaugurates dedicated wealth hub, and restructures arrangement with Equirus. Mumbai, Maharashtra, India – Business Wire India Federal Bank announced the launch of its wealth management platform ‘Fed Wealth’ and the inauguration of its first Wealth Hub, marking the next phase of the Bank’s strategic expansion in the wealth management business. Building on the trust developed over the legacy of more than 90 years, the Bank continues its customer centric focus and will provide in depth market research and a wide range of products aligned with customer risk profiles. A curated suite of investment solutions will include fixed income, equities, mutual funds, alternatives and opportunities through GIFT City. The Bank will establish dedicated Wealth Hubs across key locations. These specialised centres will provide clients with a private, premium environment to engage with relationship managers and portfolio counsellors, review investment strategies, and access research insights across asset classes through both in-person and virtual consultations. As part of this strategic expansion, and to align with the Bank’s evolving product and service architecture for affluent and UHNI clients, the existing arrangement between Federal Bank and Equirus Capital Private Limited (“Equirus”) for wealth management services will be restructured. Customers who currently avail wealth management services through the existing arrangement with Equirus will continue to do so without disruption under the current framework. The wealth management business will be led by Virendra Somwanshi, who brings extensive experience in building and scaling wealth management franchises within the banking sector. Federal Bank continues to hold 8.69% percent stake in Equirus. The Bank and Equirus will continue to collaborate to fulfil the investment needs of UHNI category customers by offering select products and services from the Equirus wealth management suite. K V S Manian, MD & CEO, Federal Bank, said, “The Equirus partnership enabled the Bank to establish a strong foundation in the wealth management business. In the next phase of growth, we would like to invest more and create our own franchise in this space. We value our association with Equirus and look forward to continued collaboration in areas of mutual strength”. Mr. Ajay Garg, MD Equirus Capital, said, “As envisaged in the partnership, we had entered into the wealth management business 7 years ago and have been able to establish ourselves as one of the top 10 players in the wealth management business with presence across 23 cities. Federal Bank has been a valued partner and we are keen to support their desire to broaden their wealth presence and working closely with them on technology and business build out to facilitate the same." About Federal Bank Federal Bank (NSE: FEDERALBNK) is one of India’s leading private sector banks, with a legacy spanning nine decades and a clear focus on long-term value creation. As of 31 December 2025, the Bank’s total business mix (deposits and advances) stood at INR 5.53 lakh crore. With a strong nationwide presence of over 1,600 banking outlets complemented by robust digital capabilities, Federal Bank serves millions of customers through an integrated physical and digital network. The Bank maintains an international connect through its Representative Offices in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, which serve as key touchpoints for Non-Resident Indian customers in the UAE. It also operates an IFSC Banking Unit (IBU) at GIFT City, becoming part of India’s evolving global financial ecosystem. Anchored in its core values of trust, prudence, and customer centricity, Federal Bank continues to evolve through disciplined execution and a clear, contemporary approach to banking. About Equirus Capital Equirus Group is a leading full-service financial services firm specializing in investment banking, institutional securities, wealth and asset management, HNI broking, NBFC, and insurance solutions. With a “client always first” approach and a proven track record of delivering value creation, Equirus has built impeccable credentials across domains and sectors. Equirus has completed more than 325+ transactions across M&A, PE, IPOs, QIPs, Rights Issues, and Structured Finance, raising USD 15 billion in the process across sectors over the last 18 years, and has created a differentiation for itself through its ability to structure and deliver transactions in line with the client’s requirements. To View the Images, Click on the Link Below: Launch of FedWealth, Federal Bank's Wealth Management platform in the presence of KVS Manian, MD & CEO, Federal Bank, Vidya Balan, Brand Ambassador, Venkatraman V, Executive Director, Virat Diwanji, National Head - Consumer banking, Virendra Somwanshi, EV Logo of FedWealth, Federal Bank's Wealth Management Platform (Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with Business Wire India and PTI takes no editorial responsibility for the same.). PTI PWR

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