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Taxation & GST Apr 01, 2026

The Ultimate Guide to GST Registration for E-commerce Sellers in India (2026)

Selling on Amazon, Flipkart, or your own Shopify store? Discover the exact GST rules, ITC benefits, and compliance penalties for e-commerce operators in India.

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Latest Articles

Company Law

Private Limited vs. LLP: A Deep Dive into Business Structures for Startups

Founders often debate between an LLP and a Pvt Ltd. If you plan to raise venture capital or issue ESOPs, the choice is clear. Here is the full breakdown.

IndiaDeed

Apr 01, 2026 • 10 min read

Intellectual Property

Defend Your Brand: The Complete Process of Trademark Registration in India

Building a great brand takes years; losing it to a copycat takes seconds. Learn exactly how the Indian Trademark Registry works, the 45 classes, and why protecting your IP is non-negotiable.

IndiaDeed

Apr 01, 2026 • 9 min read

Startup Guides

Decoding MSME Udyam Registration: Subsidies, Bank Loans, and Tender Priority

A simple 10-minute Udyam registration can unlock massive government subsidies, collateral-free bank loans, and legal protection against corporate delayed payments.

IndiaDeed

Apr 01, 2026 • 7 min read

Taxation & GST

Which ITR Form Should You File? The Definitive Tax Guide for 2026

Filing the wrong Income Tax Return form can trigger an immediate defective notice. Here is exactly how to choose between ITR-1, ITR-2, ITR-3, and ITR-4 based on your specific income sources.

IndiaDeed

Apr 01, 2026 • 10 min read

Food & FSSAI

Navigating the FSSAI Maze: How to Get a Food License for Your Business

Operating a food business without an FSSAI license is a criminal offense. From home bakers to massive cloud kitchens, learn the exact criteria for Basic, State, and Central food licenses.

IndiaDeed

Apr 01, 2026 • 8 min read

Startup Guides

How DPIIT Startup India Recognition Shields Founders from the Angel Tax

Raising your first seed round? If you don't have DPIIT recognition, the Income Tax Department could legally seize 30% of your equity investments under the dreaded Angel Tax provisions.

IndiaDeed

Apr 01, 2026 • 9 min read

Import / Export

The Complete Legal Checklist for Starting an Import/Export Business in India

From securing your 10-digit IEC code to filing an AD Code with your bank and navigating FEMA, here is the exact legal roadmap to clear Indian customs without paying massive demurrages.

IndiaDeed

Apr 01, 2026 • 8 min read

Compliance

The Annual ROC Compliance Calendar to Protect Your Private Limited Company

Missing MCA statutory deadlines leads to massive daily compounding penalties and automatic director disqualifications. Save this 2026 ROC filing calendar to protect your corporate veil.

IndiaDeed

Apr 01, 2026 • 9 min read

Taxation & GST

Panicking Over an Income Tax Notice? Here is Exactly How to Respond

Receiving an email from the IT Department is terrifying, but a Section 139(9) or 143(1) notice is highly fixable if you respond strategically within the legal window. Here is the blueprint.

IndiaDeed

Apr 01, 2026 • 7 min read

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