Friday 31 March 2017

Amendment in Disclosure Requirement Cash in Hand by Auditors under Companies Act , 2013



Pursuant to the Demonetisation in Indian Economy , the government has not come up with the new disclosure requirement for the Company to be included in the Audit disclosure under Schedule III of Companies Act 2013. Every company has to disclose the details of Specified Bank Notes held and transacted by them during the period up to 30 December 2016. Copy of the Notification attached herewith.


In the Companies Act, 2013 (hereinafter referred to as the principal Act), in Schedule III, in Division I, in Part I under the heading “General instructions for preparation of Balance Sheet” in paragraph 6, after clause ‘W’, the following clause shall be inserted namely:-

 “X. Every company shall disclose the details of Specified Bank Notes (SBN) held and transacted during the period from 8th November, 2016 to 30th December, 2016 as provided in the Table below:- 


SBNs
Other denomination notes
Total
Closing cash in hand as on 08.11.2016



(+) Permitted receipts



(-) Permitted payments



(-) Amount deposited in Banks



Closing cash in hand as on 30.12.2016




Explanation : For the purposes of this clause, the term ‘Specified Bank Notes’ shall have the same meaning provided in the notification of the Government of India, in the Ministry of Finance, Department of Economic Affairs number S.O. 3407(E), dated the 8th November, 2016.”.  

SBNs as per the notification of the Government of India, in the Ministry of Finance, Department of Economic Affairs number S.O. 3407(E), dated the 8th November, 2016: 

"Bank notes of denominations of the existing series of the value of five hundred rupees and one thousand rupees (hereinafter referred to as specified bank notes)."


Friday 24 March 2017

New Trade Mark Application form TM A in word Format

Hello Readers , 

Under the trademark Act 1999, Many forms have been changed and all the forms are in the PDF format, and its really difficult to fill the form. 

You can Download New Trade Mark Application Form TM-A In Word Format , The form is as per The Trade Marks Act, 1999. 
Application for registration of a trademark. ([The relevant information must be filled up in coloured box against the respective head]. Now scroll down below n Download New Trade Mark Application Form TM-A In Word Format. The form is completely pasted here , you can copy and paste in word file. Download TM A Form Word

Wednesday 15 March 2017

The Nine Point Agenda” Before Entering India




Introduction to India !!! 

The basic information regarding the geography of India , Literacy rate , population , GDP can be accessed from various online portals , hence we are not focusing on these factors here. We will look at the more practical aspects that are important for the International Companies targeting Indian market.
Indian economy is one of the rapidly growing economies on globe, with huge opportunities available in almost all sectors specifically in infrastructure development and Technology. Also having largest young  & Working populatio
Through this presentation we intend to bring you the “NINE POINT AGENDA” for you to understand & succeed in the Indian market.
The views are based on the feed back & reviews of various international Companies established in India , collaborated with our practical experience in handling these companies.
Keeping yourself close to these factors will assure you success in cracking Indian market. 

1. Do not , take it easy !!

Never underestimate the Indian market, India is a huge market with very high number of population growing. It might crave you, looking at the market size.
But never take it easy, the dynamics of population in there cultures , habits , way of living can really surprise you to a great extent.
India has accommodated all religion of the world with six major religion , they speak 780 Languages , There are many tradition and cultural differences & different classes of people , its not easy to cater to such wide variety of population. Hence
“Precisely understand your customers, market segment, their requirement ,  behaviors and the market size before entering Indian market. Do your Homework”

2. Right Legal & Capital Structure

Precise understanding of right legal structure for your organization is the one of the key factor & it completely depends on your short term & long term plans for India. Selection of right legal structure is important and has to be done with proper understanding of its features & Characteristics.
Assessing the right capital structure i.e equity , preference or debt is another key factor for India operation. Factors like Cost of Capital , High interest rates in India & repatriation of capital and profits shall be well studied to have right combination of your capital structure.
“Assess your vision for India and the financial commitment you can provide for the growth of your organization in the Indian market. “

3. India moves at its own pace

International Companies have their plans , deadline & schedule for completing the job. Sometime these are prepared based on the information and understanding as per their home markets or its received online or thorugh consultants. But for India its not same , India moves at its own pace , so always have additional cushion to your deadlines. Many time its difficult for foreign companies to move faster then India allowed them ,
Bureaucracy does exists and its sometimes difficult to manage by foreign nationals, hence take help of the local people and consultants having expertise in the relevant area.
“Always have significant provision to your deadlines assessed”

4. Seek Advice :- Existing Companies

It is always advisable to have an opinion and advice from the companies already established in Indian market , Connect to the Companies from your Country or neighbor countries  Connect to Bilateral chamber of commerce & Commercial Office of your embassy.
Discuss the practical issues faced by them, having a understanding from them could save you a of time , energy & Cost.
Choose your Consultants with references , proper feed back & background check if possible. Hence
“Do Seek advices & Understanding from already existing companies”

5. Think Global & Act local

India Being a business nations , It is really important to Blend in the Indian Knowledge & Approach with your experience and approach. You need to act locally in order to move things faster and in a better way , keeping in mind your global agenda ,targets and Strategies.
Implementing & Replicting the global practices may effect the implimetation plan & Delay lot of things.Hence always customise the things as per the Indian environment. So
“Understand Indian philisophy & Make it Indianised “

6. Have right people &  show confidence in them

Manpower resource in India has huge potential and has capacity to execute the things in a better , practical and efficient way keeping in mind the local environment.
Showing no faith in Indian team may create dis guise situations where in people at site could not do anything even after understanding the whole situation,  So constantly work on delegation of Indian operation in the hands of Indian resource and show confidence in them, give them responsibility and work. Hence ”Show Confidence in people, Give Rewards , they will perform !!"

7. Operate from India , then your country

Being a international Company , many times the companies carry out many of their activities from their HQ , and they have concerns over handling various matters from India & Delegating to Indian manpower.
It is important for companies to handle India related matters from India itself. To have more strong understanding of Indian market environment & Its people. This will give you a edge in many respect over the growth and prosperity of your business in India.
“Make India your second destination , to have best results”

8. Have clarity on Compliances & Taxation

One of the Key factors for the long term success of Indian operation is understanding the tax structures and Compliance applicable to your organization. Indian Tax structure and Compliance could look to be complex to foreigners , But Indians can handle & Manage them well, Understand this. For any non compliance or non clarity have direct contact with the authorities. They will guide you.
“So keep your compliance in check , do not hesitate to connect to government agencies” 

9. Have patience & be persistent

Being a international company , the people are used to the simple process and way of doing things.
The most important and key behind the success in Indian market is to have patience & persistence in each and every activity be it marketing , licenses , reporting , operations & Handling resources.
Keep yourself focused and on the job , things will be on the track gradually. As informed India has its own pace of doing things, So
“Your presence in India is the most important factor, so be there”