Day: October 7, 2024

COSIA Addresses Serious Concerns over GST Data Leaks

In a troubling development, the business community in Ludhiana, Punjab, has raised serious concerns regarding allegations that sensitive sales and purchase data of assesses is being sold by employees of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) department. This issue, which has also echoed in Maharashtra, poses a significant threat to the integrity and trust that […]

Representation to GST Council: Clarification on Refund Eligibility

At the Chamber of Small Industry Association (COSIA), we continuously advocate for the interests of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) across India. Recently, we submitted a detailed representation (dated 19.09.2024) to the Chairperson of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council, seeking urgent clarification on the eligibility for GST refunds under Rule 89(4) of […]

Representation to Finance Minister: Concerns Over Increased Custom Duty on Vegetable Oils

On 19th September, 2024, the Chamber of Small Industry Association (COSIA) submitted a representation to Smt. Nirmala Sitaraman, Hon’ble Finance Minister of India, regarding the recent hike in custom duty on vegetable oils as per Notification No. 43/2024-Customs. This notification, effective from 14th September, 2024, has raised the import duty on vegetable oils by a […]

COSIA and AAGPITI Forge Strategic Partnership to Boost Industry Academia Interface

On 29th August, 2024, the Chamber of Small Industry Associations (COSIA) and Ahmed Abdullah Garib Private Industrial Training Institute (AAGPITI) proudly signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), marking a significant step towards strengthening the industry-academia interface. COSIA’s Commitment to Empowerment COSIA, a prominent national chamber dedicated to the advancement of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises […]

Participation by COSIA KVY in Consumer Exhibition

In another exciting engagement, COSIA recently participated in a Consumer exhibition held in Thane City from 5th to 9th April, 2024, where we showcased the talents of women trained in our COSIA KVY bakery and tailoring courses. Our booth featured a captivating display of handmade bakery products and garments crafted by these skilled individuals. This […]