Successful Conclusion of the Two-Day “Technical Exhibition cum Competition” Organized by DVET
The Directorate of Vocational Education & Training (DVET), Mumbai, successfully hosted the District Level “Technical Exhibition cum Competition” on 7th and 8th January 2025. This exciting event was held at the Ahmad Abdullah Garib Private ITI, Mumbra, and brought together aspiring students from both Government and private Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) in Thane District. The […]
Gujarat HC Ruling on GST on assignment of Leases in SIDCs and COSIA’s Appeal for MSMEs
The Chamber of Small Industry Associations (COSIA) has been actively advocating against the imposition of Goods and Services Tax (GST) on the assignment of leases in MIDC (Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation) and other SIDCs (State Industrial Development Corporations). This issue has been a significant concern for MSMEs (Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises) for the past […]
Judgment of Hon’ble Gujarat High Court dated 03.01.2025 in the Matter of GST on Assignment of Lease in GIDC/SIDCs
The following is the copy of the 280 page Judgment passed by the Hon’ble High Court in the matter filed by GCCI, wherein the Hon’ble High Court finally held that provisions of section 7(1)(a) of the GST Act providing for scope of supply read with clause 5(b) of Schedule II and Clause 5 of Schedule […]
Sensitization Program on BIS Standards and Mandatory BIS Certification for MSMEs
On 18th December 2024, a Sensitization Program on BIS Standards and Products under Mandatory BIS Certification was successfully organized to raise awareness among MSMEs about the crucial role of the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) in promoting quality and safety in products. The event was jointly hosted by COSIA (Chamber of Small Industry Associations) and […]
Memorial Lecture on Safety Awareness in the MSME Sector in Honor of Dr. Appasaheb Khambete
On 18th November 2024, to commemorate the 2nd death anniversary of Founder of TSSIA & COSIA Late Dr. Appasaheb Khambete, TSSIA and COSIA organized a Memorial Lecture focusing on “Safety Awareness and its Importance in the MSME Sector”. The program aimed to honor Dr. Khambete’s contributions and inspire businesses to adopt best practices in Environmental, […]
Seminar on Empowering MSMEs with Selling, Negotiation, Branding and Advertising Skills
The seminar on “Selling and Negotiation Skills & Branding and Advertising for MSMEs” was successfully organized by Thane Small Scale Industries Association (TSSIA) in Association with Chamber of Small Industry Associations (COSIA) & Kohinoor Business School (KBS) on 16th November 2024 at TSSIA House, Thane. The event aimed to equip MSMEs with critical skills to […]
COSIA Extends Support to Maharashtra Government for MSME Growth
In a recent communication, the Chamber of Small Industry Associations (COSIA) extended its heartfelt congratulations to Shri Devendra Fadnavis on his appointment as the Chief Minister of Maharashtra. The letter, sent on behalf of COSIA’s President, Sandeep Parikh, also conveyed the COSIA’s full support for the Government’s efforts to promote the growth and development of […]
COSIA Submits Representation to DGGST on GST Challenges Faced by MSMEs
The Chamber of Small Industry Associations (COSIA) has formally submitted a detailed representation to the Directorate General of Goods & Services Tax (DGGST), responding to their request for inputs on the various challenges faced by Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) under the Goods and Services Tax (GST) framework. This representation outlines several pressing concerns […]
COSIA Advocates for the Implementation of MIDC Services under the Maharashtra Right to Public Services Act, 2015
In a continued effort to improve ease of doing business (EoDB) and to streamline the industrial processes in Maharashtra, Chamber of Small Industry Associations (COSIA) has actively engaged with the Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation (MIDC) on an important issue that affects all businesses operating within MIDC Industrial Areas in the state. In June 2024, Mr. […]
COSIA’s Fight Against GST Burden on Assignments of Lease in SIDC Plots
The Government of India has been continuously supporting MSMEs, which are the second highest employers in the country, providing 12 crore jobs and contributing 29% to the GDP and more than 50% towards exports. However, recently, notices are being issued left, right, and center to MSME members by the GST departments regarding the assignment of […]