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Indian Government drags feet on IT companies’ Rs 3,000 crore service tax refund
BANGALORE: Software companies are miffed that the government is dragging its feet on refunding at least Rs 3,000 crore in service taxdespite promises to do so. While on one hand the government has said it will crack down on tax dodgers, it is unwilling to return the money it owes to information technology companies,industry experts said. The money has been stuck with the tax authorities for at least three years for most companies, and sometimes up to nine years.
Large IT companies such as Tata Consultancy Services, Infosys, Wipro and HCL Technologiesalone are awaiting some Rs 1,000 crore in refunds. “A majority of (refund) requests are either rejected by the department on grounds of inadequate paperwork, ineligibility or are simply lying on some table waiting for approval,” said Pramod Banthia, executive director at audit and advisory PricewaterhouseCoopers. Tax consultants including Banthia believe that overall refunds pending with the service tax department for more than 3-4 years, would be at least Rs 5,000 crore, with at least 60% belonging to the IT sector.
IT services companies whose revenues are mostly from exports are entitled to service tax exemption thanks to government incentives to boost exports. These companies, however, still have to pay the tax and then claim a refund. The lack of clear definition of the legal provisions relating to the IT services sector has led to many rejections and avoidable litigation. The Department of Service tax did not reply to calls or emailed queries from ET. Large IT companies including, TCS, Infosys, Wipro and HCL Technologies declined to comment.
Typically, IT services companies pay 4-5% of their total revenues on service tax every year. The pending refunds sit on companies’ account book as receivables and impact the working capital of the company.
“In the past, I have dealt with almost 40 countries, given the vast operation of the business, but never came across a case where the company is denied a refund which it is legally entitled to,” said TV Mohandas Pai, who served as chief financial officer at Infosys between 1994 and 2006. Industry body Nasscom has been working with the government but progress has been hard to come by.
“Time and again, we have talked to the government representatives but, issues of service tax refund still exist and are creating a burden for the industry,” said Bishakha Bhattacharya, director for government relations at Nasscom. “Tax authorities reject the entire application consisting of thousands of forms if they spot even one discrepancy.” Last year, the commissionerate of service tax in New Delhi assured companies of faster resolution, raising hopes of quicker refunds.
The promise was that claims pending for more than one year as on June 30, 2012 would be resolved latest by the end of last year and that in future no claim would remain pending for more than three months.
Large IT companies such as Tata Consultancy Services, Infosys, Wipro and HCL Technologiesalone are awaiting some Rs 1,000 crore in refunds. “A majority of (refund) requests are either rejected by the department on grounds of inadequate paperwork, ineligibility or are simply lying on some table waiting for approval,” said Pramod Banthia, executive director at audit and advisory PricewaterhouseCoopers. Tax consultants including Banthia believe that overall refunds pending with the service tax department for more than 3-4 years, would be at least Rs 5,000 crore, with at least 60% belonging to the IT sector.
IT services companies whose revenues are mostly from exports are entitled to service tax exemption thanks to government incentives to boost exports. These companies, however, still have to pay the tax and then claim a refund. The lack of clear definition of the legal provisions relating to the IT services sector has led to many rejections and avoidable litigation. The Department of Service tax did not reply to calls or emailed queries from ET. Large IT companies including, TCS, Infosys, Wipro and HCL Technologies declined to comment.
Typically, IT services companies pay 4-5% of their total revenues on service tax every year. The pending refunds sit on companies’ account book as receivables and impact the working capital of the company.
“In the past, I have dealt with almost 40 countries, given the vast operation of the business, but never came across a case where the company is denied a refund which it is legally entitled to,” said TV Mohandas Pai, who served as chief financial officer at Infosys between 1994 and 2006. Industry body Nasscom has been working with the government but progress has been hard to come by.
“Time and again, we have talked to the government representatives but, issues of service tax refund still exist and are creating a burden for the industry,” said Bishakha Bhattacharya, director for government relations at Nasscom. “Tax authorities reject the entire application consisting of thousands of forms if they spot even one discrepancy.” Last year, the commissionerate of service tax in New Delhi assured companies of faster resolution, raising hopes of quicker refunds.
The promise was that claims pending for more than one year as on June 30, 2012 would be resolved latest by the end of last year and that in future no claim would remain pending for more than three months.
غرباء )اجنبی( ) عربی نظم مع اردو ترجمہ
غرباء )اجنبی(
) عربی نظم مع اردو ترجمہ (
لیس الغریب ھو الذی فارق الدیار
اجنبی وہ نہیں جو اپنے وطن سے دور ہو
و لکن الغریب ھو الذی یجد والناس من حولہ یلعبون
بلکہ اجنبی وہ ہے جو اُس وقت جد و جہد کررہا ہوتا ہے جبکہ اس کے ارد گرد لوگ مشغلوں میں لگے ہوتے ہیں
ویسحو والناس من حولہ ینامون
اور وہ بیدار ہوتا ہے جبکہ اس کے ارد گرد لوگ سو رہے ہوتے ہیں
و یسلک درب الخیر والناس فی ضلالہم یتخبطون
اور وہ خیر کی راہ پر گامزن ہوتا ہے جبکہ لوگ اپنی گمراہی میں بھٹک رہے ہوتے ہیں
و صدق الشاعر اذ یقول
اور شاعر نے سچ کہا جب اس نے کہا:
قال لی صاحب
مجھ سے ایک شخص نے کہا
اراک غریبا
میں تمہیں اجنبی دیکھتا ہوں
بین ھذا الانام دون خلیلِ
لوگوں کے درمیان کسی دوست کے بغیر
قلت کلا
میں نے کہا ہر گز نہیں
بل الانام غریب لی
بلکہ میرے لئے تو لوگ اجنبی ہیں
و انا فی عالمی و ھذہ سبیلی
اور میں اپنی دنیا میں ہوں اور یہ میرا راستہ ہے
ھذا ھو الغریب
یہ ہے اجنبی
غریب عند العابثین
بے کار)غیر سنجیدہ( لوگوں کی نظر میں اجنبی
و لکنہ عند ربہ فی مقام کریم
لیکن اپنے رب کے نزدیک ایک با عزت مرتبے پر فائز
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غرباء غرباء غرباء غرباء
اجنبی اجنبی اجنبی اجنبی
غرباء غرباء غرباء غرباء
اجنبی اجنبی اجنبی اجنبی
غربائ ولغیر اللہ لا نحني الجباۃ
اجنبی ہیں اور اللہ کے سوا کسی کے سامنے اپنی پیشانی نہیں جھکاتے
غربائ وارتضیناھا شعارا للحیاۃ
اجنبی ہیں اور اسی )اجنبیت ( کو زندگی کا شعار بنا کر اس پر راضی ہیں
غربائ ولغیر اللہ لا نحني الجباۃ
اجنبی ہیں اور اللہ کے سوا کسی کے سامنے اپنی پیشانی نہیں جھکاتے
غربائ وارتضیناھا شعارا للحیاۃ
اجنبی ہیں اور اسی )اجنبیت ( کو زندگی کا شعار بنا کر اس پر راضی ہیں
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ان تسأل عنّا فنّا لا نبال بالطغاۃ
اگر تم ہمارے متعلق جاننا چاہتے ہو تو جان لو کہ ہم ظالموں کی پرواہ نہیں کرتے
نحن جند اللہ دوما دربنا درب الأباۃ
ہم اللہ کے مستقل سپاہی ہیں اور ہمارا راستہ فخر کا راستہ ہے
ان تسأل عنّا ف نّا لا نبال بالطغاۃ
اگر تم ہمارے متعلق جاننا چاہتے ہو تو جان لو کہ ہم ظالموں کی پرواہ نہیں کرتے
نحن جند اللہ دوما دربنا درب الأباۃ
ہم اللہ کے مستقل سپاہی ہیں اور ہمارا راستہ فخر کا راستہ ہے
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لن نبال للقیود بل سنمضي للخلود
ہمیں زنجیروں کی کوئی پرواہ نہیں بلکہ ہم ہمیشہ کے لئے کوشش جاری رکھیں گے
لن نبال للقیود بل سنمضي للخلود
ہمیں زنجیروں کی کوئی پرواہ نہیں بلکہ ہم ہمیشہ کے لئے کوشش جاری رکھیں گے
فلنجاھد ونناضل ونقاتل من جدید
تو چلو پھر نئے سرے سے جہاد کریں اور لڑیں اورقتال کریں
غربائ … ھکذا الٲحرار في دنیا العبید
‘اجنبی ‘… غلاموں کی دنیا میں آزاد لوگ اسی طرح )اجنبی( ہوتے ہیں
فلنجاھد ونناضل ونقاتل من جدید
تو چلو پھر نئے سرے سے جہاد کریں اور لڑیں اورقتال کریں
غربائ … ھکذا الاحرار في دنیا العبید
‘اجنبی ‘… غلاموں کی دنیا میں آزاد لوگ اسی طرح )اجنبی( ہوتے ہیں
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کم تذاکرنا زمانا نحن یوم کنّا سعدائ
کتنی ہی مرتبہ ہم نے وہ وقت یاد کیا جب ہم شادماں ہوا کرتے تھے
بکتاب اللہ نتلوھ صباحا و مساء ا
کتاب اللہ )سے کہ اس (کی صبح و شام تلاوت کیا کرتے تھے
کم تذاکرنا زمانا نحن یوم کنّا سعدائ
کتنی ہی مرتبہ ہم نے وہ وقت یاد کیا جب ہم شادماں ہوا کرتے تھے
بکتاب اللہ نتلوھ صباحا و مسائ ا
کتاب اللہ )سے کہ اس (کی صبح و شام تلاوت کیا کرتے تھے
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غربائ ولغیر اللہ لا نحني الجباۃ
اجنبی ہیں اور اللہ کے سوا کسی کے سامنے اپنی پیشانی نہیں جھکاتے
غربائ وارتضیناھا شعارا للحیاۃ
اجنبی ہیں اور اسی )اجنبیت ( کو زندگی کا شعار بنا کر اس پر راضی ہیں
غربائ ولغیر اللہ لا نحني الجباۃ
اجنبی ہیں اور اللہ کے سوا کسی کے سامنے اپنی پیشانی نہیں جھکاتے
غربائ وارتضیناھا شعارا للحیاۃ
اجنبی ہیں اور اسی )اجنبیت ( کو زندگی کا شعار بنا کر اس پر راضی ہیں
ان تسأل عنّا فنّا لا نبال بالطغاۃ
اگر تم ہمارے متعلق جاننا چاہتے ہو تو جان لو کہ ہم ظالموں کی پرواہ نہیں کرتے
نحن جند اللہ دوما دربنا درب الأباۃ
ہم اللہ کے مستقل سپاہی ہیں اور ہمارا راستہ فخر کا راستہ ہے
غرباءغرباء غرباء غرباء
اجنبی اجنبی اجنبی اجنبی
غرباءغرباء غرباء غرباء
اجنبی اجنبی اجنبی اجنبی
LG ANNOUNCES FOUR OPTIMUS SERIES DEVICES AT MWC
LG’s Aggressive Mobile Strategy to Focus on LTE Leadership, Next Generation Display Technology and Differentiated UX
KARACHI, Feb. 26, 2013 ㅡ LG Electronics (LG) will unveil a smartphone lineup at Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona, Spain that focuses on a four-tier strategy. The four strategic Optimus series devices – G, Vu:, F and LII– all feature LG’s next generation core technologies. These new models combine outstanding hardware, world-class high definition displays and a user-centric user experience (UX) with each series emphasizing a different facet of the company’s smartphone expertise.
With an initial target to sell 10 million smartphone each quarter and double sales of LTE devices in 2013, this is LG’s most ambitious smartphone strategy to date. Flagship models from the G and Vu: series will target the premium segment while the F and L series will be positioned as more mass audience smartphones for 4G LTE and the 3G markets, respectively.
LG Optimus G Series — Flagship Superphones Featuring World-class Hardware
Since the launch of LG’s Optimus G last September, the immensely popular flagship product has received a number of awards and favorable reviews thanks to its high quality display, advanced 4G LTE technology, superb design and innovative UX. Development of the Optimus G was the result of close collaboration with sister companies LG Chem, LG Display and LG Innotek.
The Optimus G is the first smartphone in the world to employ Qualcomm’s powerful Snapdragon™ S4 Pro Quad-Core processor. And LG’s True HD IPS Plus display and Zerogap Touch technology deliver vibrant, high quality images and superior touch responsiveness. In addition to its unmatched hardware, stylish design and a beautiful screen, the Optimus G also incorporates user-friendly UX features, such as QSlide, QuickMemo and Live Zooming.
Originally launched in key target LTE markets, the LG Optimus G is making its debut in over 50 countries. The newest addition to LG’s Optimus G series, the Optimus G Pro, was recently introduced to the Korean public. The Optimus G Pro is a 4G LTE-equipped smartphone with a 5.5-inch Full HD IPS display and compelling new UX features such as Dual Recording and Virtual Reality (VR) Panorama.
LG Optimus Vu: Series — Large Screens for Enhanced Viewing Experience
A new hybrid LTE device that combines the portability of a smartphone with the viewing experience of a tablet, LG’s Optimus Vu: is equipped with a 5-inch, 4:3 aspect ratio display that is ideal for viewing documents, e-books, multimedia content and browsing the internet. With the recent addition of the Optimus Vu: 2 in the Korean market, there are now two devices in Vu: Series that deliver a unique mobile user experience with UX features such as Vu: Talk and QRemote.
LG Optimus F Series — 4G LTE Smartphone for Everyone
LG’s Optimus F Series is theideal 4G LTE smartphones for just about everyone. Both the Optimus F5 and Optimus F7 were specificallydesigned for consumers making the transition from 3G to 4G LTE networks. The launch of Optimus F Series this year will enable LG to expand its footprint rapidly in the burgeoning 4G LTE market. LG Optimus F will deliverto new 4G customers the speed of LTE and a range of useful UX features without the high entry fee demanded by most 4G smartphones. The Optimus F5 and Optimus F7 will be showcased at LG’s MWC booth.
LG Optimus LII Series — Continuation of Unique Design Heritage
The Optimus LII Series incorporates the refined sensibilities of LG’s L-Style design philosophy. Each 3G phone’s subtle yet bold aesthetics are representative of LG’s unmistakable design DNA. Surpassing the beauty of the first L Series, the Optimus LII Series were developed around four new design elements: Seamless Layout, Laser Cut Contour, Radiant Rear Design and a home button with Smart LED Lighting. The Optimus L3II, Optimus L5II and Optimus L7II will all be on display at MWC.
Creative and Friendly UX — Intelligent Features That Go Beyond Hardware
LG continues to develop the most advanced UX in order to provide unrivaled user-centric features in the era of LTE technology and large, high-resolution displays. The company’s four new smartphone series include an array of advanced UX features that were designed to take maximum advantage of the hardware specific to these devices.
First unveiled on LG’s Optimus G, QSlide provides the ability to display two full-sized windows simultaneously, enabling users to perform a greater combination of tasks with increased efficiency. The recently upgraded version of QSlide allows for the opening of two apps at the same time in full screen mode and change the size, position and transparency of QSlide windows as needed. Video, browser, memo, calendar and calculator functions are all compatible with LG’s true multitasking UX. Dual Recording and Virtual Reality (VR) Panorama are two of the newest additions to LG’s UX specifically designed to take advantage of the latest Full HD display technologies to enhance the users’ mobile viewing experience.
Visit LG’s online newsroom (www.LGnewsroom.com/MWC2013) and LG Mobile Facebook (www.facebook.com/LGMobile) for more information on LG’s 2013 mobile offerings. Also download the LG MWC application from Google Play to see the latest updates from Mobile World Congress.
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