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Essential Tricks to Simplify GST Registration and e-Filing

Introduction

In today’s digital era, understanding GST registration and e-filing is crucial for businesses, professionals, and students pursuing careers in taxation and finance. Whether you are a beginner or looking to refine your skills, mastering GST filing can save you time and prevent unnecessary errors. Here are some essential tricks to help simplify the process.

1. Understand GST Basics Before You Begin

Before jumping into GST e-filing, it’s important to have a strong foundation in e-taxation courses in Delhi, GST training in Uttam Nagar, and e-filing training in Yamuna Vihar. These courses provide a clear understanding of tax laws, compliance requirements, and how the GST system works.

Key Areas to Focus On:

GST Structure – CGST, SGST, IGST

 GST registration eligibility and documents required

 Input Tax Credit (ITC) and its benefits

Tax slabs and applicable GST rates

For those who want to go beyond theory, enrolling in e-accounting courses in Delhi or GST coaching institutes in Yamuna Vihar can be a great way to gain practical experience.

2. Organize Your Documents Properly

One of the biggest challenges in GST registration is handling paperwork. If your documents are not in place, your application might get delayed or even rejected.

Checklist for GST Registration:

PAN Card – Mandatory for registration

Aadhaar Card – Identity verification

Business Registration Documents – Partnership deed, incorporation certificate, etc.

 Bank Account Details – For refunds and transactions

Proof of Business Address – Electricity bill, rent agreement, etc.

Students learning from GST training institutes in Uttam Nagar can benefit from practice sessions on documentation and e-filing procedures.

3. Use Reliable Accounting Software

Manual tax filing can be complex and time-consuming. Using accounting software like Tally ERP 9 can simplify calculations, invoice management, and tax computation.

Benefits of Using Tally ERP for GST Filing:

Auto-calculates GST liability

Generates GST-compliant invoices

Reduces errors in tax calculations

Eases filing of GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, and GSTR-9

If you're new to Tally, you can explore Tally classes in Uttam Nagar or Tally training institutes in Yamuna Vihar to enhance your skills. Additionally, Tally ebooks free download and Tally ERP 9 book PDFs are excellent resources for self-learning.

4. File GST Returns on Time

Missing deadlines for GST return filing can lead to penalties and interest charges. It’s crucial to be aware of GST return filing dates and prepare documents in advance.

Tips to Avoid Late Filing Penalties:

Set calendar reminders for GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, and GSTR-9 filing dates Maintain updated sales and purchase records Reconcile data monthly using e-accounting training in Yamuna Vihar Double-check entries before submission to prevent errors

For in-depth learning, GST certification courses in Delhi and GST return courses in Uttam Nagar offer hands-on practice on real-world GST filing scenarios.

5. Take Advantage of Free Learning Resources

If you're just starting with GST and e-filing, there are several free resources available. You can download free Tally study materials, access GST training PDFs, or watch Tally ERP 9 video tutorials online.

Some Useful Free Learning Resources:

GST filing courses in Yamuna Vihar

 E-taxation training in Uttam Nagar

 Professional courses in financial e-accounting

 Tally ERP 9 free ebooks and video tutorials

These resources help students and professionals enhance their expertise in e-taxation, e-accounting, and GST compliance.

Final Thoughts

Mastering GST registration and e-filing is essential for tax professionals, business owners, and students aspiring to build a career in financial e-accounting. By following these essential tricks—understanding GST basics, organizing documents, using software like Tally, filing returns on time, and utilizing free learning resources—you can simplify the entire process and stay compliant.

For those looking to gain practical expertise, GST coaching centers in Yamuna Vihar and Tally Prime training institutes in Uttam Nagar offer structured learning programs to ensure success in GST compliance.

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The World’s Earliest Evidence of Taxation

These Seven Artifacts Show Us That Even Ancient Civilizations Couldn’t Escape Taxes.

— Crystal Ponti | April 14, 2025

Photo12/Universal Images Group via Getty Images

Taxes are a familiar part of modern life, showing up in paychecks, receipts and annual filings. Yet even in our digital era, traces of older systems persist. When archaeologists recently uncovered a 2,000-year-old pyramid-shaped structure in the Judean Desert—believed to be a Ptolemaic tax collector’s post—they weren’t just digging up the past. They were brushing dust off a blueprint of ancient governance.

“Most governments were quite highly motivated to extract as much revenue as possible within perceived political constraints,” says Taisu Zhang, a professor of law at Yale Law School.

What remains today, such as stone inscriptions, clay tablets and bamboo records, tells a story far beyond administration. These tax relics reveal how early states governed, what they valued and how they balanced power with the burden on taxpayers. From Sumer to China, civilizations devised ingenious, and sometimes bizarre, ways to track, collect and enforce taxes, leaving behind vivid clues of how they funded their ambitions—and proved that even in the Bronze Age, nothing was certain but death and taxes.

1. Clay Tablets (Sumer, Mesopotamia, 3,300–2,000 B.C.)

The clay tablets of ancient Sumer represent some of the earliest examples of economic record-keeping. In the city of Uruk, scribes used reed styluses to press proto-cuneiform symbols into wet clay, documenting grain, livestock and labor owed to temples. Each mark stood for a tangible asset—a bundle of wheat, a head of cattle or a day’s work. By around 2,600 B.C., in the city of Lagash, the system had grown more sophisticated, with some tablets recording instances of tax evasion and penalties for non-payment.

Administrative tablet of clay, Mesopotamian/Sumerian, 3100-2900 B.C. The earliest tablets with written inscriptions represent the work of administrators, perhaps of large temple institutions, recording the allocation of rations or the movement and storage of goods. Photo by Ann Ronan Pictures/Print Collector/Getty Images

2. The Standard of Ur (Ur, Mesopotamia, 2,600–2,400 B.C.)

The Standard of Ur, a wooden box inlaid with lapis lazuli, shell and red limestone, offers a striking visual of early resource distribution. One side shows nobles at a feast; the other, soldiers and laborers—an implicit hierarchy supported by the upward flow of goods. Though not a literal tax record, the artifact reflects a redistributive economy likely sustained by tribute or taxation.

The Peace frieze from the Standard of Ur. Photo12/Universal Images Group via Getty Images

3. The Stele of Hammurabi (Babylon, 1,754 B.C.)

The Stele of Hammurabi, a 4,000-year-old Babylonian monument now housed in the Louvre, stands over seven feet tall and bears one of history’s earliest legal codes. At its top, a relief shows King Hammurabi receiving the laws from the sun god Shamash. While best known for its principle of “an eye for an eye,” the code also formalized taxation, detailing how much grain farmers owed, rents landholders paid and how debts were to be settled. By codifying commerce and tribute, it turned tax collection into law, introducing early forms of tax brackets and property assessments.

Law-code (in cuneiform writing): Portrait of Hammurabi, Babylonia, 2250 B.C. Library of Congress, Prints and Photographs Division

4. Nilometers (Egypt, 2,686 B.C.)

Nilometers—structures once used to gauge the Nile’s flood levels—served as an early tool for predicting harvests and setting taxes. Abundant floods meant plentiful crops and higher taxes. Low waters warned of scarcity, prompting reduced tax burdens. “The measurement of the flooding of the Nile started all the way back in the Old Kingdom with the Palermo stone and continued until the 20th century,” says Robert Littman, a professor of classics at the University of Hawaii at Mānoa.

Made of stone or marble, nilometers came in three forms: a river column, a stairway to the water, or a well connected by a culvert. Fewer than two dozen have been discovered. One of the best-preserved examples, located on Elephantine Island near Aswan, features inscribed steps that allowed officials to monitor the river’s rise

“This nilometer is of great significance, particularly because it may be the one mentioned by the Greek writer Plutarch in the first century A.D.,” says Littman.

Woman in front of the Nilometer on Elephantine Island. Library of Congress, Prints and Photographs Division

5. Assyrian Palace Reliefs (Assyria, 800–600 B.C.)

The Assyrian Empire immortalized its power through elaborate palace reliefs, wall carvings that depicted conquered peoples presenting offerings to the king. These tributes, featuring camels, gold and exotic animals like ostriches, served as both a form of taxation and a visual assertion of imperial power. The scenes reinforced the king’s authority, illustrating how wealth from across the empire was funneled into the heart of Assyria.

Assyrian Royal Lion Hunt From Nineveh, North Palace. Universal History Archive/Universal Images Group via Getty Images

6. The Rosetta Stone (Egypt, 196 B.C.)

The Rosetta Stone, one of the most famous artifacts in history, is best known for unlocking the meaning of Egyptian hieroglyphs—but it also sheds light on ancient tax policy. Carved from granodiorite, a dense speckled stone similar to granite, the inscription contains a decree from Pharaoh Ptolemy V granting tax exemptions to temple priests and revising tribute requirements. Before the Ptolemaic era, temples had long served as Egypt’s economic and financial centers, playing a key role in tax collection.

“After Alexander's conquest and the establishment of the Ptolemaic dynasty, financial control shifted away from temples to a new state-run taxation system,” says Irene Soto Marín, assistant professor of classics at Harvard University. “This reduced the temples’ economic power, although the Ptolemies still recognized their cultural significance. To maintain social stability and prevent revolts, which were often triggered by taxes, they granted priests and temples certain tax breaks as part of a broader political strategy.”

It's a rare instance where a tax cut was literally immortalized in stone.

The "Rosetta Stone," Key to Egyptian Hieroglyphics, British Museum, London. Library of Congress, Prints and Photographs Division

7. Bamboo Slips (China, Qin and Han Dynasties, 221 B.C. – 220 A.D.)

Before the invention of paper, the Chinese recorded tax policies and official records on bamboo slips—narrow, flat strips of bamboo or wood inscribed with brush and ink. These slips were then strung together with cords, forming scroll-like volumes that functioned as early books.

Slips have been discovered at archaeological sites dating to the Qin and Han Dynasties, containing detailed records of tax registers, agricultural levies, census data and corvée labor obligations. These documents provide a clear view of the highly organized bureaucracy of early imperial China, where taxation was based on land ownership, crop yields and household labor.

Ancient tax relics reveal more than just economic systems. They reflect the shifting foundations of power, control, and shared obligation and show us who ruled, who paid, and who tried to avoid it. If history teaches us anything, it’s this: even at the dawn of civilization, someone was doing the counting—and someone else was footing the bill.

And sometimes, that bill included an ostrich.

— Crystal Ponti is a Freelance Writer from New England with a Deep Passion for Exploring the Intersection of History and Folklore. Her work has also Appeared in The New York Times, A&E Real Crime, Washington Post, USA Today, and BBC, Among Others.

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Complyance Solutions Set to Transform E-Invoicing Landscape in Malaysia

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E-Account & Taxation: Navigating the Future of Financial Management

In today's fast-paced and technologically advanced business landscape, the integration of E-Accounting and Taxation has become a game-changer for financial management and compliance. Join us as we delve into the world of "E-Account & Taxation," where the power of electronic accounting meets the complexities of tax regulations.

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A Comprehensive Guide to VAT Services: Understanding the Basics and Benefits

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Goods and Services Tax (GST)

The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council is scheduled to meet today, July 11, 2023. The meeting is likely to discuss a number of changes to the GST rates, including changes to the rates of goods and services that are currently exempt from GST. Some of the items that are likely to become more expensive under the new GST rates include: - Pre-packed, pre-labeled food items, such as packaged biscuits, chips, and noodles - Hotel rooms with a tariff of less than Rs. 1,000 per day - Online gaming services - Hospital room rent (excluding ICU) Some of the items that are likely to become cheaper under the new GST rates include: - Cement - Processed food items, such as bread, cereals, and pasta - Diagnostic services - Educational institutions The GST Council is also likely to discuss the introduction of a new slab of 3% GST for certain goods and services. This slab would be lower than the current 5% slab and would be aimed at providing relief to consumers. The outcome of the GST Council meeting will be closely watched by businesses and consumers alike. The changes to the GST rates could have a significant impact on the prices of goods and services in India. 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People who only wanted to hear a cheerful children's song learning about Joan Petit:

Joan Petit quan balla ("When Joan Petit dances") is a traditional Catalan children's song that lists a series of parts of the body to move in the dance. Here's a video where you can hear it and see how it's danced: people hold hands and move in a circle and sing "when Joan Petit dances, he dances with his..." and add a body part, then repeat the chorus. Each time, the body parts add up on a list that gets longer and longer and the dancers have to remember and dance in order.

Like it happens with other elements of Catalan folk culture, it's shared with our sister nation, Occitania. Occitans also sing it, with the same melody, the same dance, and the same lyrics as the Catalan song but with the lyrics in Occitan language instead of Catalan. However, in Occitania it's more common to remember who the song is talking about, which is mostly unknown in Catalonia.

Joan Petit was an Occitan farmer. In the year 1643, he led the Croquant Rebellion against the king of France Louis XIV's strong taxation of poor people to gather money for war. Joan Petit was captured and tortured on the breaking wheel. The reason why the song lists body parts is in reference to this torture method of smashing all body parts slowly making its way to the head. The story was quickly told all through Occitania and even crossed the Pyrenees, and the memory of Joan Petit and his rebellion still lives on in Occitania. Maybe that's why the Occitan song, by changing only a few notes at the end of the sentences, sounds much sadder than the Catalan version.

One of the most iconic Occitan bands, Nadau, wrote a song explaining Joan Petit's life. Under the cut you can listen to the song and read the English translation of the lyrics.

Occitan lyrics and English translation:

En país de Vilafranca / Que s'i lhevèn per milièrs / Contra lo gran rèi de França / En mil shèis cents quaranta tres. Mes òc, praubòt, mes òc praubòt / En mil shèis cents quaranta tres. In the place of Vilafranca / they rose up by the thousands / against the great king of France / in 1643. But yes, poor things, but yes, poor things / in 1643.

Entà har guèrra a la talha / Qu'avèn causit tres capdaus, / L'un Laforca, l'aute Lapalha, / Joan Petit qu'èra lo tresau. Mes òc, praubòt, mes òc, praubòt, / Joan Petit qu'èra lo tresau. To wage war on the taxes / they chose three captains: / one of them was Laforca, the other Lapalha / the third one was Joan Petit. But yes, poor thing, but yes, poor thing / the third one was Joan Petit.

Per tota l'Occitania, / Que'us aperavan croquants, / N'avèn per tota causida, / Que la miseria o la sang. Mes òc praubòt, mes òc praubòt / Que la miseria o la sang. In all Occitania / they called them the Croquants / they didn't have any other choice / than either misery or blood. But yes, poor thing, but yes, poor thing / than misery or blood.

E qu'estón per tròp d'ahida / Venuts per los capulats, / Eths que vivèn de trahida, / Çò qui n'a pas jamei cambiat. Mes òc praubòt, mes òc praubòt, / Çò qui n'a pas jamei cambiat. And because they trusted too much / they were sold by the powerful / [the powerful] lived only of betrayal / a thing that has never changed. But yes, poor thing, but yes, poor thing / a thing that has never changed.

Que'us hiquèn dessús l'arròda, / E que'us croishín tots los òs, / D'aqueth temps qu'èra la mòda / De's morir atau, tròç a tròç. Mes òc praubòt, mes òc praubòt, / De's morir atau, tròç a tròç. They put them on the wheel / and they crushed all their bones. / At that time, it was trendy / to die like this, bit by bit. But yes, poor thing, but yes, poor thing / to die like this, bit by bit.

E qu'estó ua triste dança, / Dab la cama, e lo pè, e lo dit, / Atau per lo rei de França, / Atau que dançè Joan Petit. Mes òc praubòt, mes òc praubòt, / Atau que dançè Joan petit. And it was a sad dance / with the leg, the foot, the finger, / and thus, for the king of France, / danced Joan Petit. But yes, poor thing, but yes, poor thing / thus danced Joan Petit.

E l'istuèra qu'a hèit son viatge, / Qu'a pres camins de cançons, / Camin de ronda taus mainatges, / Mes uei que sabem, tu e jo. Mes òc praubòt, mes òc praubòt, / Mes uei que sabem, tu e jo And the history took its journey / it took paths of songs / and tales for children / but today we know, you and I. But yes, poor thing, but yes, poor thing / but today we know, you and I.

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From Cyrus to Alexander: A History of the Persian Empire

"From Cyrus to Alexander" by Pierre Briant offers a detailed history of the Persian Empire, focusing on its administration, culture, and military. Briant highlights Persia’s innovations in governance and its tolerant, multicultural approach. The book challenges traditional Greek-centric views, presenting Persia as a complex and influential empire with a lasting historical legacy.

Pierre Briant’s From Cyrus to Alexander: A History of the Persian Empire is widely considered the definitive modern history of the Persian Empire. The book covers its origins under Cyrus the Great through its conquest by Alexander the Great. Originally published in French as Histoire de l’Empire Perse in 1996, the English translation made this monumental work accessible to a wider audience, expanding its influence in Near Eastern studies, ancient history, and comparative empires.

Briant’s book stands out for its focus on presenting the Persian Empire as an autonomous civilization rather than through the perspective of its Greek rivals. Historically, much of what Western scholars knew about the Persian Empire came from Greek sources like Herodotus, who often cast Persia as a monolithic enemy. By situating Persia at the center of its own narrative and making extensive use of archaeological findings, inscriptions, and administrative records, Briant counters this Eurocentric bias and offers a view of Persia as a sophisticated, multiethnic empire that left a significant legacy of governance, culture, and trade.

Briant structures the book in a way that mirrors the breadth of the Persian Empire, dedicating each section to a different aspect of the empire’s history, politics, economy, society, and culture. The organisation of the book reflects his emphasis on a systemic, comprehensive examination of the empire.

The early chapters detail Cyrus the Great’s conquests and policies of tolerance, which established a stable, expansive empire. Briant also examines governance, highlighting the balance between central control and local autonomy, the role of satraps, and the unifying use of Aramaic as an administrative lingua franca. Moreover, he analyses the Persian military apparatus, from its elite units like the Immortals to the logistical organisation enabling vast mobilizations by the Persians. He contextualises major conflicts, including the Persian Wars as part of a strategy to stabilize borders and secure valuable territories, rather than dominate all of Greece.

The book also dedicates significant attention to the Persian economy, exploring the empire’s agrarian base, trade networks, and taxation system. He shows how Persia’s economic policies were designed to support both the imperial treasury and local economies, creating a sustainable model that contributed to the empire’s longevity. The culture and religion section highlights Persia’s promotion of cultural integration and religious diversity. Briant shows how Persian art blended regional styles to symbolize royal authority and examines how Zoroastrian traditions coexisted with support for local religions, fostering loyalty among subjects.

One of Briant’s central arguments is that the Persian Empire’s strength lay in its policy of tolerance and inclusion. By allowing conquered peoples to retain their religious practices, local laws, and leaders, the Persians created a sense of allegiance that went beyond military domination. He also highlights the Persian administrative system as a model for later empires, like the Roman and Islamic. Innovations such as standardized taxation, the Royal Road, and an organised postal system enabled centralised yet flexible governance. His analysis of satrapies shows how Persia balanced regional autonomy with loyalty to central authority.

The book repositions the Persian Empire within a global context, highlighting its role in economic and cultural exchange across Asia and the Mediterranean. Through trade and diplomacy with regions like Egypt and Greece, Persia facilitated the flow of ideas and technologies, serving as a prototype for managing diverse populations and complex trade networks.

From Cyrus to Alexander is widely praised for its depth but critiqued for its daunting length and scholarly density. While excelling in its analysis of Persian administration and politics, it offers limited insight into the daily lives of ordinary Persians, focusing more on imperial strategies than social and cultural history.

This monumental work offers a detailed and balanced account of the Persian Empire, redefining its role in world history. Briant’s focus on understanding Persia on its own terms provides valuable insights into its governance, economy, and cultural integration, making it an essential resource for ancient Near Eastern studies.

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On our recent episode, we broke down how recent budget cuts targeted departments that were burdening taxpayers through military cronyism—while at the same time, the war on terror is ramping back up. Tune in for the full conversation on The Free Thought Project Podcast with Dan “Taxation is Theft” Behrman!

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Tariffs

i asked elon musks ai to explain this to me, so i would be getting my information from what everyone is calling an unbiased source. so this is per GROK collection of data on the subject have fun......

Canada is a significant supplier of energy to the United States. According to various sources:

Crude Oil: Canada supplies about 60% of the U.S.'s crude oil imports.

Natural Gas: Canada is the source of nearly all (98% or 99%) of the U.S.'s natural gas imports.

Electricity: Canada exports a considerable amount of electricity to the U.S., with figures indicating around 33 terawatt-hours in 2023, which constitutes about 90% of the U.S.'s annual electricity imports.

Uranium: Canada also supplies 25% of the U.S.'s uranium imports.

This overview shows that the U.S. heavily relies on Canada for various forms of energy, making Canada one of the largest energy suppliers to the U.S.

So the government just taxes it's constituents by way of tariffs

Yes, in essence, tariffs can be seen as a way for the government to tax its constituents, but the mechanism and impact are more nuanced:

Direct Payment: Importers pay the tariff directly to the government when goods enter the country. These importers might be domestic companies or individuals.

Indirect Impact: The burden often gets passed on indirectly. Here's how:

Consumers: If importers increase the price of goods to cover the cost of tariffs, consumers end up paying more for these products. This is effectively a tax on consumption.

Businesses: Companies might absorb part of the tariff cost to remain competitive, impacting their profit margins or leading them to find cost-saving measures elsewhere, which could indirectly affect employees or other business decisions.

Revenue Collection: The government collects this revenue, which can be used for public expenditure, reducing other taxes, or paying down national debt. However, the primary goal of tariffs might also include protecting domestic industries, which can lead to higher prices for goods in general, not just imports.

Market Dynamics: Tariffs can alter market dynamics, sometimes leading to higher prices for both imported and domestic goods if domestic producers raise their prices due to less competition.

Economic Theory: Economists often discuss tariffs in terms of "tax incidence," which looks at who ultimately bears the economic burden. The incidence can split between consumers and producers based on how sensitive demand and supply are to price changes (elasticity).

So, while tariffs are a form of taxation that directly affects importers, the economic burden or "tax" can be shared among consumers, domestic producers, and importers in various proportions, depending on many factors including the specifics of the tariff, the type of goods, and market conditions.

Why does Donald trump think tariffs will pay America via foreign countries if it's the importer is the one that pays it

Donald Trump's rhetoric on tariffs, particularly during his campaigns and presidency, often emphasized the notion that tariffs are paid by foreign countries, which would, in turn, benefit the U.S. economy. Several reasons might explain this perspective:

Misunderstanding or Simplification for Political Messaging:

Trump might have simplified or misrepresented how tariffs work to fit into a political narrative. By saying that foreign countries pay tariffs, he could appeal to those who view trade as a zero-sum game where the U.S. should "win" against other countries. This simplification might be intended to resonate with voters by portraying him as tough on trade with nations perceived as economic adversaries, particularly China.

Negotiation Strategy:

Trump often used tariffs as leverage in trade negotiations. His claim that foreign countries pay might have been part of a strategy to pressure those countries into making concessions, assuming that they would see the tariffs as a direct cost they must bear to maintain access to the U.S. market.

Revenue Focus:

He emphasized the revenue aspect of tariffs, stating that they would fill the U.S. Treasury with money from foreign countries. This view overlooks the fact that while tariffs do generate revenue for the government, the economic cost is borne domestically by importers and consumers. Trump might have focused on the revenue collection aspect to highlight his plan to reduce the national deficit or fund his tax cuts without directly increasing domestic taxes.

Economic Nationalism:

Trump's economic policy was often framed under the banner of "America First," where tariffs were seen as a tool to protect and revive American industries. By suggesting that other countries pay, he could frame tariffs as a means to correct trade imbalances, even if economically, it's the domestic importers and consumers who bear the cost.

Public Perception and Media:

Trump's communication style frequently involved bold claims and straightforward messages over nuanced explanations. This approach might cater to public perception or media narratives where complex economic concepts are reduced to soundbites.

However, from an economic standpoint, as numerous analyses and expert opinions have pointed out, tariffs are typically paid by domestic importers, who then might pass on these costs to consumers or absorb them, affecting the price of goods or profit margins:

Economists' View: Studies and statements from economists, including those from institutions like the Peterson Institute for International Economics, have consistently shown that while tariffs generate revenue for the U.S. government, the economic burden largely falls on American businesses and consumers through higher prices or reduced profits.

Public Discourse on X: Posts on X have highlighted the misunderstanding, with users clarifying that tariffs are not paid by the exporting country but by U.S. importers, indirectly affecting U.S. consumers.

These sources emphasize that while the government collects the tariff revenue, it's the domestic market that feels the economic impact.

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What to Know About E-Invoicing

E-invoicing digitizes transactions between sellers and buyers, replacing traditional invoices. It’s mandatory in Indonesia, Vietnam, and China, while voluntary in Singapore and Thailand. In Malaysia, phased implementation begins in 2024, with all businesses required to comply by mid-2025, except micro SMEs earning below RM150,000. Read more Business News Plexus breaks ground for facility in…

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A Beginner’s Guide to Studying Law in India

Law is one of the most respected and intellectually stimulating fields of study in India. It offers a unique combination of academic challenge, social impact, and career diversity. Whether passionate about justice, policy-making, corporate affairs, or advocacy, pursuing a law degree can set you on a rewarding professional path.

If you're considering enrolling in an LLB course in India, this guide will walk you through the basics and help you make an informed decision.

1. Understanding the Different Law Courses

There are two main types of law degrees in India for undergraduate aspirants:

BA LLB (Integrated Course)

A 5-year program that combines a Bachelor of Arts (BA) with Bachelor of Laws (LLB).

Suitable for students who have completed Class 12 (any stream).

Offers a broader foundation in humanities along with core legal subjects.

LLB (Traditional Course)

A 3-year program is available after completing a bachelor’s degree in any field.

More focused purely on legal studies.

Ideal for graduates who decide to pursue law as a second career path.

Both courses are recognized by the Bar Council of India (BCI) and qualify students to practice law after graduation and licensing.

2. Subjects and Specializations

During your law course, you'll study foundational subjects such as:

Constitutional Law

Criminal Law

Contract Law

Family Law

Property Law

Environmental Law

Human Rights Law

Most law programs also allow students to specialize in fields like:

Corporate Law

Intellectual Property Rights

International Law

Taxation Law

Cyber Law

These specializations help shape your career direction based on your interests and goals.

3. Skills You’ll Develop as a Law Student

Law is not just about memorizing acts and sections. A strong law education teaches you how to:

Think critically and analyse complex legal situations

Communicate clearly in both written and verbal formats

Research effectively using legal databases and case law

Build persuasive arguments and defend positions logically

Maintain ethical standards and uphold justice

These skills are highly transferable and valuable in many professions beyond the courtroom.

4. Career Opportunities After a Law Degree

Law graduates in India can explore a wide range of careers, including:

Practising Advocate in District or High Courts

Legal Advisor in corporate firms

In-house counsel for companies or start-ups

Judicial Services (via competitive exams)

Public Prosecutor or Government Legal Officer

Legal Consultant for NGOs or international organizations

Academician or Legal Researcher

With the rise of sectors like fintech, e-commerce, and data protection, the demand for legal professionals is only increasing.

5. Choosing the Right College for Law

When selecting a law college, consider the following:

Bar Council recognition

Faculty qualifications and experience

Exposure to moot courts, legal aid camps, and internships

Placement assistance and alumni success

Infrastructure and access to digital legal resources

Why DY Patil University is a Great Choice

If you’re searching for a reputed institution offering a BA LLB course in India, DY Patil University, Navi Mumbai, stands out for its comprehensive legal education and student-focused approach.

Here’s what makes DYPU a preferred choice:

Experienced faculty and guest lectures from legal professionals

Moot court training and opportunities for real-life legal exposure

Internships with top law firms and legal departments

Modern infrastructure and well-equipped legal libraries

Placement support and guidance for judicial services

DY Patil University prepares students not just for legal practice, but for leadership roles in the legal system.

Final Thoughts

A career in law offers endless possibilities, from advocating for justice to advising corporations. Whether you choose a 5-year BA LLB course after Class 12 or a 3-year LLB course in India after graduation, the journey is intellectually enriching and professionally empowering.

If you’re ready to take the first step toward a meaningful legal career, DY Patil University, Navi Mumbai, offers the right platform to begin your journey.

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1. What's more expensive?

The new year will see tax changes directly impacting consumers and retailers. The tax rate on books, medicines, accommodation services, as well as sports, entertainment and cultural services will rise from 10 percent to 14 percent.

Sweets could see an even bigger tax hike next summer, should legislators pass a proposal raising the value-added tax on candy and chocolate from 14 to 25.5 percent.

2. Lower tax on sanitary pads and diapers

In contrast, the start of the year will see the tax on menstrual and incontinence products, as well as children's diapers, reduced from 25.5 percent to 14 percent.

3. Spot price changes

Starting next year, the pricing structure for spot price electricity will change, moving from hourly to 15-minute intervals.

While quarter-hour pricing for exchange electricity has already been possible within Finland, the system will soon expand internationally. Starting in mid-March, 15-minute trading will be implemented across the Nordic countries, with a Europe-wide rollout planned for June.

4. Household tax credit decreases

Major changes to the household tax credit will take effect at the beginning of the year. The maximum deduction will decrease to 1,600 euros, down from the current 2,250 euros for home improvements, including renovation work.

5. Housing allowance changes

As of 1 January, homeowners will no longer be eligible to receive Kela's housing allowance. Going forward, this form of support will be limited to rental housing, marking a significant change in the eligibility criteria for the benefit.

6. Tax reduction for families

Income tax changes are also in store in 2025.

Taxation will be reduced for low- and middle-income earners who have minor children, translating into 50 euros off taxes for each child. The automatic benefit applies to both parents.

Single parents will be able to deduct twice this amount, so 100 euros per child.

7. Tax card changes

Starting next year, tax cards will come into effect on 1 January, instead of February as in previous years. As part of the reform, the income threshold for tax cards will be calculated for the entire year (12 months), rather than the previous 11-month period.

The reform will not impact the rate of income tax, but it is aimed at making it easier for individuals to track their tax rate and income threshold throughout the year.

8. Higher tobacco tax

The tobacco tax will gradually increase over the next three years, resulting in a total tax hike of over 27 percent.

The price of a pack of cigarettes, currently around 10 euros, will rise to 13.20 euros once all the planned tax increases have been implemented over the next three years.

Taxes on e-cigarettes and nicotine pouches will not increase under the new reform.

9. Pricier passports

The price of a passport will rise by 9 euros for those applying electronically and by 7 euros for those using traditional in-person procedures. The price of ID cards will increase by 11 euros.

This means that the new price of a new Finnish passport will be 53 euros, up from 44 euros.

The Interior Ministry said the higher prices reflect an anticipated drop in demand.

10. Yle tax changes

The public broadcasting fee, also known as the "Yle tax", will see small changes next year.

In the future, taxpayers will be liable to pay the public broadcasting fee on annual (earned and capital) income exceeding 15,150 euros, up from the current level of 14,000 euros.