Nature of the Event
Details of the Dispute
The Order and Notice, dated June 30, 2026, were issued to the Brainbees ESOP Trust (the Assessee). The IT Department alleges that income chargeable to tax has escaped assessment for A.Y. 2022-23. The specific issue pertains to the issuance of 1,03,62,254 (1.04 crore) shares to the ESOP Trust for further grant to the employees of the Company or its subsidiaries. The Department's contention is that these shares were issued to the Trust at a face value of ₹5 per share, as opposed to their fair market value per share at the time of issuance.
Financial Implications and Company's Stance
The financial impact cannot be determined at this stage as no demand order quantifying any penalty or compensation has been passed by the IT Department. The Trust believes that no income chargeable to tax has escaped assessment and asserts it has a strong case on merit. The Trust is evaluating appropriate legal remedies and shall have recourse to them as considered appropriate.
Company Statement
The Company, Brainbees Solutions Limited, emphasizes its commitment to high standards of integrity, corporate governance, and compliance, including the prompt payment of taxes.
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