Other BriefingsIndia's GST Compliance Changes from 2025: What Businesses Need to Know
Compliance changes under India’s Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime in 2025 include mandatory multi-factory authentication (MFA) for GST portal access and restrictions on E-Way Bill (EWB) generation to curb fraudulent practices. GST registered businesses should note the key requirements and dates of implementation to stay compliant.
India Extends IT Hardware Import Management System Until December 31, 2025
India has extended the import management system for seven IT hardware products (under HSN 8471) like laptops, PCs, and servers by one year.
Mitigating Business Partnership Risks When Entering the Indian Market
Foreign SMEs and investors can mitigate business partnership risks in India by conducting comprehensive due diligence checks and seeking local expert guidance for reviewing the target company's history, financial health, legal compliance, and operational capabilities.
Tax Advisory for Remote Workers in India: Optimizing Savings
We discuss key tax considerations, compliance requirements, and strategies to optimize savings for remote workers in India.
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India's GST Compliance Changes from 2025: What Businesses Need to Know
Tax & Accounting Dec 20 -
India Considers Relaxing Forex Rules for SEZ Services in Critical Sectors
Legal & Regulatory Dec 19 -
India’s SEBI Tightens Rules, Reporting Norms for Foreign Portfolio Investors
Legal & Regulatory Dec 18 -
Switzerland to Suspend MFN Clause for India under DTAA from January 1, 2025
Tax & Accounting Dec 17 -
India-Serbia Bilateral Trade and Business Ties: A 2024 Report
Economy & Trade Dec 17
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Economy & Trade
India-Serbia Bilateral Trade and Business Ties: A 2024 Report
Dec 17India and Serbia are strengthening their bilateral relationship through enhanced trade and investment cooperation, aiming for €1 billion in trade by 2030 and fostering collaboration across key sectors like defense, IT, and agriculture.
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Bilateral Relations Between India and Bosnia & Herzegovina
Economy & Trade Dec 17India and Bosnia & Herzegovina have maintained friendly ties since 1995, focusing on economic, technological, and cultural collaboration, with recent progress.
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India Extends IT Hardware Import Management System Until December 31, 2025
Economy & Trade Dec 13India has extended the import management system for seven IT hardware products (under HSN 8471) like laptops, PCs, and servers by one year.
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India-Morocco Strategic Partnership: A Convergence of Regional and Global Aspirations
Economy & Trade Dec 12India and Morocco's economic and bilateral ties highlight their aligned strategic interests and foreign policy objectives. Their partnership aims to enhance regional influence, positioning both nations as pivotal gateways.
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How the PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan is Advancing India's Infrastructure Sector
Economy & Trade Dec 04As of 2024, the PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan has made significant progress in developing world-class infrastructure in India, leveraging integrated policymaking and advanced technology for streamlined execution.
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Navigating India’s Export-Import Landscape: Customs, Trading, and Industrial Clusters
Published: November 2024
In this edition of India Briefing Magazine, we explore India’s evolving trade landscape, focusing ... -
An Introduction to Doing Business in India 2024
Published: December 2023An Introduction to Doing Business in India 2024 highlights the country's robust economic growth, wit...
Tax & Accounting
India's GST Compliance Changes from 2025: What Businesses Need to Know
Dec 20Compliance changes under India’s Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime in 2025 include mandatory multi-factory authentication (MFA) for GST portal access and restrictions on E-Way Bill (EWB) generation to curb fraudulent practices. GST registered businesses should note the key requirements and dates of implementation to stay compliant.
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Switzerland to Suspend MFN Clause for India under DTAA from January 1, 2025
Tax & Accounting Dec 17Switzerland has announced its suspension of the Most Favored Nation (MFN) status for India under their DTAA over differing interpretations on their tax treaty provisions. Starting January 1, 2025, dividend payments from Swiss entities to Indian investors will be taxed at 10 percent, up from 5 percent.
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End of the Angel Tax in India: Applicable for FY 2025-26
Tax & Accounting Dec 02In the Union Budget 2024, the Indian government announced the abolition of the angel tax for all investors, effective FY 2025-26, marking a pivotal shift for India's startup ecosystem.
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India's PAN 2.0 Project: All You Need to Know
Tax & Accounting Nov 27India's PAN 2.0 Project will modernize India taxpayer services with a unified portal, QR code-enabled PAN cards, and paperless processes, enhancing business compliance and operational efficiency.
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Free Trade Warehousing Zones in India
Tax & Accounting Nov 26Free Trade Warehousing Zones are expected to serve as a cost-efficient component within logistic and global supply chains, catering to the needs of both India and the international market.
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Navigating India’s Export-Import Landscape: Customs, Trading, and Industrial Clusters
Published: November 2024In this edition of India Briefing Magazine, we explore India’s evolving trade landscape, focusing ... -
Goods and Services Taxes in India 2024
Published: April 2024India's Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime has significantly altered the landscape of indirect taxa...
Legal & Regulatory
India Considers Relaxing Forex Rules for SEZ Services in Critical Sectors
Dec 19India is exploring easing foreign exchange payment rules for domestic companies availing SEZ services in defense and space sectors.
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India’s SEBI Tightens Rules, Reporting Norms for Foreign Portfolio Investors
Legal & Regulatory Dec 18India's SEBI has introduced a framework that limits foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) from issuing offshore derivative instruments (ODIs) with derivatives as their underlying assets with the goal of improving transparency and preventing market manipulation.
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Karnataka Global Capability Center Policy 2024-2029: Key Features
Legal & Regulatory Dec 11The Karnataka Global Capability Center (GCC) Policy, launched November 2024, focuses on AI, collaboration between academia and the private sector, R&D, talent development, and expanding investment zones beyond the capital Bengaluru through fiscal, regulatory, and tax incentives.
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Mitigating Business Partnership Risks When Entering the Indian Market
Legal & Regulatory Dec 11Foreign SMEs and investors can mitigate business partnership risks in India by conducting comprehensive due diligence checks and seeking local expert guidance for reviewing the target company's history, financial health, legal compliance, and operational capabilities.
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India’s RoDTEP Scheme for Exporters: Key Extensions and Compliance Updates
Legal & Regulatory Dec 03India has extended RoDTEP benefits for DTA units till September 30, 2025 and for AA/EOU/SEZ units till December 31, 2024. We discuss the compliance and reporting obligations for those availing the scheme benefits.
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Mergers and Acquisitions in India
Published: June 2022In this latest issue of India Briefing Magazine, we analyze the latest merger and acquisition (M&A) ...
Industries
India Manufacturing Tracker: 2024-25
Dec 17Introducing the India Manufacturing Tracker 2024-25 by India Briefing—your go-to source for real-time updates on the country's industrial production, emerging trends, and key sector insights.
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India Eyes US$3 Billion Incentive Package to Boost Electronics R&D and Manufacturing
Industries Dec 13India is working on a US$3 billion incentive package to promote private sector R&D and foster the creation of homegrown electronics brands.
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India Working on New GCC Policy to Tap Sector Growth with Fresh Incentives
Industries Dec 11India's Electronics & IT ministry (Meity) is working on a new policy framework at the central government level targeting global capability centers (GCC) and to support their growth beyond tier-1 hubs. As per media reports, these new incentives would be in addition to state incentives where the GCC entities are located.
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India’s Electronics Manufacturing: Tackling Challenges, Seizing Opportunities
Industries Dec 09India's electronics manufacturing sector is evolving, fueled by government initiatives, rising domestic demand, and a focus on self-reliance.
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Modernizing India's Maritime Economy: 2 Bills Tabled in Parliament
Industries Dec 06Two new bills were proposed during the winter session of the Indian Parliament, aiming to enhance the country's global maritime competitiveness and boost domestic waterway trade.
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Navigating India’s Export-Import Landscape: Customs, Trading, and Industrial Clusters
Published: November 2024In this edition of India Briefing Magazine, we explore India’s evolving trade landscape, focusing ... -
Optimizing Returns: Strategies for Success in India's Service Sector
Published: September 2024India's service sector is a dynamic driver of economic growth and a key destination for foreign dire...
HR & Payroll
Tax Advisory for Remote Workers in India: Optimizing Savings
Dec 10We discuss key tax considerations, compliance requirements, and strategies to optimize savings for remote workers in India.
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India Labor Compliance: How the Shram Suvidha Portal Works
HR & Payroll Dec 03The Shram Suvidha Portal, developed by the Ministry of Labor and Employment, serves as a one-stop solution for labor law compliance in India. This unified web platform simplifies regulatory procedures, ensuring transparency, accountability, and ease of doing business for employers while safeguarding employees’ rights.
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India Wants Gig Workers to Register on e-Shram Portal, Come Under Social Security Net
HR & Payroll Dec 03India’s labor ministry is formalizing the gig economy by mandating platform aggregators and workers to register gig workers on the e-Shram portal.
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Key Considerations for Expatriates in India: Jobs, Location Costs, and Tax
HR & Payroll Nov 28We discuss some of the tax, HR, and payroll considerations for expatriates when choosing to relocate to India for work or other purposes.
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India's List of Public Holidays in 2025: A Guide for Businesses
HR & Payroll Nov 07Businesses and foreign investors should note India's official holiday schedule for 2025, which is impacted by regional, local, and national factors, including festivals, patriotic observances, and cultural practices.
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Optimizing Returns: Strategies for Success in India's Service Sector
Published: September 2024India's service sector is a dynamic driver of economic growth and a key destination for foreign dire... -
From Recruitment to Retention: India HR Insights for 2024
Published: June 2024This issue offers an essential guide for foreign invested firms to attract and retain the best talen...
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