All articles by Umesh Ellichipuram

Umesh Ellichipuram

FRC opens inquiry into PwC’s audit of Digital 9 Infrastructure

Digital 9 is currently in a managed wind-down, with InfraRed Capital Partners appointed as its investment manager and AIFM.

ISCA Academy launches AI skills programme for ASEAN region

The programme is built around practical applications of AI for finance, audit and accounting professionals.

ACCA and Bangladesh’s National University sign skills-focused pact

With this MoU, National University students will be able to follow the ACCA’s qualification route, beginning with the CAT programme.

IRS widens online BTA access to more organisations

Access has now been extended to partnerships, government bodies, tribal governments and tax-exempt entities.

ICAS opens accelerated route to UK AQ for overseas auditors

The new initiative targets senior members from a range of internationally recognised professional accountancy bodies.

Ukraine and UK partners discuss ESG reporting at Kyiv event

The event was held as part of the City-Ukraine Hub project, which is funded by the UK Government’s FCDO.

ICAI hosts management development programme for CA final rank holders

The initiative was undertaken through the ICAI’s Placement Directorate in association with IIM Kozhikode.

CA Sri Lanka starts sustainability faculty, unveils new advisory qualification

The move comes as ESG and sustainability are now vital to long-term value creation and responsible corporate conduct.

CPA Canada appoints eight directors as new governance model takes effect

The new appointments are aligned with CPA Canada’s new governance model, which took effect on 1 April 2026.

ICAS calls for clearer safeguards in FRC’s TCA policy

FRC’s proposal would temporarily alter the TCA framework to make it easier for certain entities registered in China to list in London.