I-T Department searches Dentsu Media Group premises in suspected tax evasion case

In a sweeping operation, the Income-tax Department has searched Dentsu Media Group’s offices throughout India. The focus primarily lies on several entities connected to this Japanese advertising giant’s operations. Following an investigation into transactions within an Indian subsidiary, Dentsu has contested claims of ₹522.8 crore concerning purported goods and services. As the investigations proceed, the…

Windfall tax slashed on fuel exports

New Delhi has reduced export duties on petrol, diesel, and aviation fuel. The levy on petrol exports is now ₹1.15 per litre, a significant decrease. Diesel export duty sees a marginal reduction to ₹25 per litre. Aviation turbine fuel exports will now face a ₹19 per litre windfall tax. These revised rates will take effect…