
Transition to Management: The Leadership Blind Spot for Lawyers
The article discusses the transition many lawyers face when moving into management roles, emphasizing the skills needed beyond legal expertise.
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The article discusses the transition many lawyers face when moving into management roles, emphasizing the skills needed beyond legal expertise.

Kajaria Ceramics has announced a buyback of shares worth ₹296.70 crore, guided by Economic Laws Practice. The buyback reflects strategic movement in the company's capital management.

The GST Appellate Tribunal (GSTAT) has ruled that appeals related to the refund of pre-GST unutilized CENVAT credit must be filed before the CESTAT, not GSTAT.
SEBI requires covered intermediaries to use validated UPI IDs starting from October 1, 2025, as part of efforts to strengthen investor payment verification.
SEBI outlines stringent disclosure requirements related to investor meetings, ensuring transparency and accountability from listed companies. This includes requirements around schedules, presentations, and the handling of Unpublished Price Sensitive Information (UPSI).
The Bombay High Court is set to determine if TNMM bench markings can apply to determine Arms Length Price (ALP) at the entity level regarding combined transactions. The hearing allowed the department to raise additional legal questions.

The GST Appellate Tribunal (GSTAT) ruled that the benefit of Input Tax Credit (ITC) is project-specific and cannot exclude buyers based on booking date when construction spans both pre and post-GST periods.

The GST Appellate Tribunal (GSTAT) established that appeals for refund of unutilized CENVAT credits existing prior to GST must be addressed to the CESTAT, not GSTAT.

The compliance calendar for August 2026 was released, detailing critical due dates for Income Tax, GST, and ROC. Key deadlines include TDS/TCS deposits and return filings.
Namdev Finvest Limited has been penalized ₹2.70 lakh by the RBI for failing to comply with KYC guidelines.
The Reserve Bank of India has opened for auction three series of Government of India Treasury Bills, including 91-day, 182-day, and 364-day T-Bills, starting August 12, 2026.
The Reserve Bank of India has launched the FCNR(B) Swap Scheme 2026, allowing NRIs to benefit from higher returns on 3-5 year deposits through a concessional forex swap. This initiative is critical for enhancing foreign investments and currency stability.

The Allahabad High Court has mandated the Bar Council of Uttar Pradesh to issue permanent enrolment numbers to advocates who pass the All India Bar Examination (AIBE) within four weeks of result admission. The court also directed police verification for these law graduates to expedite their enrolment.