Early Times Report JAMMU, July 22: The J&K Branch of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI), under the aegis of the Committee for Members in Industry and Business (CMI&B), successfully organized a seminar on "Professional Opportunities in UAE and IPO Pathway in India" at ICAI Bhawan, Canal Road, Jammu. The seminar focused on equipping members with insights into emerging international career prospects and the evolving fundraising and IPO ecosystem in India. It drew a large number of members keen to explore cross-border professional avenues and capital market expertise. Delivering the welcome address, CA Sourav Pargal, Chairman of the J&K Branch, emphasized the ICAI's continued efforts in enhancing international career avenues for members. He underlined the growing relevance of Indian Chartered Accountants in global financial hubs and capital markets. The seminar featured technical sessions by eminent speakers: CA Kapil Talreja: Spoke on practice opportunities and professional scope for Indian CAs in Dubai/UAE, including current business dynamics and compliance requirements. CA Pitam Goel: Delivered insights on IPO advisory and fundraising opportunities for Chartered Accountants during SME and Mainboard listings. Key themes included UAE's new corporate tax regime, global job markets, IPO preparation, and capital market roles for CAs. The sessions were coordinated and conducted by CA Jatin Malhotra, Secretary of the Branch, who ensured effective member engagement throughout the day. Concluding the event, CA Amit Gupta, Vice Chairman, extended a formal vote of thanks, appreciating the speakers, members, and the organizing team for making the seminar a rich learning experience. The seminar underscored ICAI's commitment to professional excellence and global readiness-especially for members from regions like Jammu & Kashmir seeking to broaden their professional horizons. |