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Notes on finance, valuation & compliance

Practical perspectives from advising MSMEs and corporates on Ind AS, project financing, and valuation.

10 Jun 2026· Equity & Debt Financing, Capital Structuring

Equity vs. Debt Financing: How to Decide for a Growing Business

Choosing between equity and debt isn't just about who's willing to write the cheque — it changes your control, your obligations, and your options later. Here's a practical framework.

25 May 2026· Regulatory Advisory, Compliance

Regulatory Compliance Checklist for Power Distribution Licensees

Regulatory audits and true-up filings carry real financial consequences when they go wrong — disallowed costs, delayed recoveries, and compliance flags that follow a licensee for years. Here's what to keep in order.

12 May 2026· Ind AS, Financial Reporting

Ind AS Transition: A Practical Checklist for Growing Companies

When a company crosses the net-worth or listing thresholds that trigger Ind AS applicability, the transition is more than an accounting exercise. Here is a practical checklist to plan it well.

8 Apr 2026· MSME Financing, Project Finance

MSME Project Financing: From DPR to Disbursement

A bankable Detailed Project Report is the single biggest lever an MSME has over how fast — and at what cost — its project gets funded. Here's how the process actually works.

20 Mar 2026· Valuation, IBBI, Compliance

When Do You Actually Need an IBBI Registered Valuer?

Not every valuation needs to be IBBI-compliant — but for a growing number of transactions, it's a legal requirement, not a preference. Here's how to know which side of that line you're on.

14 Feb 2026· Financial Modelling, MSME Financing, Budgeting

Five Financial Modelling Mistakes That Cost MSMEs Funding

A weak financial model doesn't just look unpolished — it actively works against the business in front of lenders and investors. These are the recurring mistakes I see, and how to fix them.