India Inc seeks clarity on General Anti-Avoidance Rules (GAAR) for payments to foreign entities after a Supreme Court ruling. The government offered partial relief on GAAR for old stock investments, but companies want assurance against tax officials invoking GAAR on dividends, interest, and royalties.
Rupee slips 9 paise as dollar demand keeps up pressure
The rupee closed at 96.35, nine paise weaker from its previous close of 96.26 as consistent dollar demand continued to pressure the currency. The currency