Other BriefingsWhy Foreign Companies Fail in India: 5 Costly Mistakes and Lessons for Future Investors
Foreign companies often fail in India due to five recurring mistakes: choosing the wrong entry structure, misjudging regulatory complexity, misreading consumer behavior, adopting poor market models, and weak talent management.
Decathlon’s Playbook: Cracking the Indian Sports Retail Market
The French sporting goods brand Decathlon has established a strong foothold in India’s sports retail sector by combining affordability, expansive experiential stores, and local sourcing. Discover key insights and lessons for global brands on tailoring strategies to succeed in India’s evolving retail market.
Compliance Advisory: How Indian Firms Can Qualify for RCEP Benefits in Vietnam
Indian companies can access RCEP’s tariff advantages by setting up operations in Vietnam, but success depends on strict compliance with Rules of Origin, certification, and supply chain structuring.
An Investor's Guide to Solar Manufacturing in India
Foreign firms investing in solar manufacturing in India gain from PLI incentives, customs duties, and rising export demand as the country advances toward 500 GW renewable energy capacity by 2030.
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GST 2.0 Explained: Compliance Guide for Foreign and Indian Firms
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Why Foreign Companies Fail in India: 5 Costly Mistakes and Lessons for Future Investors
Industries Oct 01 -
India-EFTA Trade Pact Comes into Effect Oct. 1, 2025
Economy & Trade Oct 01 -
Extended Producer Responsibility in India: Notes for Foreign Manufacturers
Legal & Regulatory Sep 30 -
India Manufacturing Tracker 2025
Industries Sep 30
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Economy & Trade
India-EFTA Trade Pact Comes into Effect Oct. 1, 2025
Oct 01India’s long-awaited trade pact with the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) came into force on October 1, 2025, unlocking new opportunities in investment, services, and trade. The agreement is expected to create one million jobs in India over the next 15 years.
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Apple's India Strategy: Balancing Local Manufacturing with Global Supply Chains
Economy & Trade Sep 29Apple’s integration of 45 Indian suppliers, including major firms and MSMEs, signals a decisive shift in global supply chains. For investors, this highlights India’s rising competitiveness as a production hub and a leading smartphone exporter.
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How Indian Firms Can Set Up in Vietnam: Practical Insights for Businesses
Economy & Trade Sep 19A step-by-step guide for Indian businesses on setting up in Vietnam: investment approvals, tax incentives, key sectors, and market insights.
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Free Trade Warehousing Zones in India
Economy & Trade Sep 19Free 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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Compliance Advisory: How Indian Firms Can Qualify for RCEP Benefits in Vietnam
Economy & Trade Sep 18Indian companies can access RCEP’s tariff advantages by setting up operations in Vietnam, but success depends on strict compliance with Rules of Origin, certification, and supply chain structuring.
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Tapping into India’s Tier 2 and Tier 3 Cities: A Practical Playbook for Foreign Investors
Published: August 2025
India’s Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities are fast emerging as the engines of the country’s next growth w... -
The Future of India-Singapore Ties: Collaboration in Green Energy, Technology, and ESG Sectors
Published: February 2025With a strong focus on digital transformation and sustainable development, India and Singapore are l...
Tax & Accounting
GST 2.0 Explained: Compliance Guide for Foreign and Indian Firms
Oct 03GST 2.0 marks a major upgrade in India’s indirect tax system, simplifying registration, invoicing, and ITC reconciliation through digital integration. Foreign businesses and multi-state operators should migrate promptly to ensure compliance and safeguard credits.
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Why Are Automobiles in India Becoming Cheaper After the GST Rates Change?
Tax & Accounting Sep 26Car prices in India are dropping across the board—from budget hatchbacks to high-end SUVs—owing to the GST 2.0 overhaul. With the compensation cess scrapped and tax slabs streamlined, automakers are passing on the benefits to consumers, triggering fresh demand.
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GST Rate Rationalization 2025: Why Tamil Nadu is a Top Investment Destination
Tax & Accounting Sep 24The 2025 GST rationalization positions Tamil Nadu at a competitive advantage across textiles, food processing, automobiles, and renewable energy. By lowering consumer prices and improving MSME profitability, the latest tax reform enhances the state’s appeal as a leading investment hub.
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Input Tax Credit Treatment Under GST Rate Rationalization
Tax & Accounting Sep 23India’s revised GST regime will continue with the existing Input Tax Credit (ITC) while limiting its use in certain sectors. We explain how businesses can navigate these changes through credit blocking or reversal where required, automated Rule 42/43 adjustments, and contract realignment to maintain compliance.
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Free Trade Warehousing Zones in India
Tax & Accounting Sep 19Free 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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The Corporate Taxation and Compliance Regime in India
Published: April 2025Discover India’s evolving corporate tax landscape in this essential guide. Covering income tax rat... -
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 ...
Legal & Regulatory
GST 2.0 Explained: Compliance Guide for Foreign and Indian Firms
Oct 03GST 2.0 marks a major upgrade in India’s indirect tax system, simplifying registration, invoicing, and ITC reconciliation through digital integration. Foreign businesses and multi-state operators should migrate promptly to ensure compliance and safeguard credits.
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Why Foreign Companies Fail in India: 5 Costly Mistakes and Lessons for Future Investors
Legal & Regulatory Oct 01Foreign companies often fail in India due to five recurring mistakes: choosing the wrong entry structure, misjudging regulatory complexity, misreading consumer behavior, adopting poor market models, and weak talent management.
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Extended Producer Responsibility in India: Notes for Foreign Manufacturers
Legal & Regulatory Sep 30Investing early in Extended Producer Responsibility capabilities in India helps companies reduce compliance risks and unlocks growth opportunities in high-potential sectors like FMCG, EVs, electronics, and packaging.
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India's Corporate Data Management Scheme – MCA to Open Third Party Bidding on September 30
Legal & Regulatory Sep 22India will open third-party bidding on September 30, 2025, to engage independent agencies under the Corporate Data Management Scheme (CDMS). The initiative aims to upgrade the MCA21 system into a data warehouse and analytics platform.
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Compliance Advisory: How Indian Firms Can Qualify for RCEP Benefits in Vietnam
Legal & Regulatory Sep 18Indian companies can access RCEP’s tariff advantages by setting up operations in Vietnam, but success depends on strict compliance with Rules of Origin, certification, and supply chain structuring.
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The Corporate Taxation and Compliance Regime in India
Published: April 2025Discover India’s evolving corporate tax landscape in this essential guide. Covering income tax rat... -
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
Why Foreign Companies Fail in India: 5 Costly Mistakes and Lessons for Future Investors
Oct 01Foreign companies often fail in India due to five recurring mistakes: choosing the wrong entry structure, misjudging regulatory complexity, misreading consumer behavior, adopting poor market models, and weak talent management.
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India Manufacturing Tracker 2025
Industries Sep 30Introducing the India Manufacturing Tracker 2025 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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Apple's India Strategy: Balancing Local Manufacturing with Global Supply Chains
Industries Sep 29Apple’s integration of 45 Indian suppliers, including major firms and MSMEs, signals a decisive shift in global supply chains. For investors, this highlights India’s rising competitiveness as a production hub and a leading smartphone exporter.
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Why Are Automobiles in India Becoming Cheaper After the GST Rates Change?
Industries Sep 26Car prices in India are dropping across the board—from budget hatchbacks to high-end SUVs—owing to the GST 2.0 overhaul. With the compensation cess scrapped and tax slabs streamlined, automakers are passing on the benefits to consumers, triggering fresh demand.
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Decathlon’s Playbook: Cracking the Indian Sports Retail Market
Industries Sep 25The French sporting goods brand Decathlon has established a strong foothold in India’s sports retail sector by combining affordability, expansive experiential stores, and local sourcing. Discover key insights and lessons for global brands on tailoring strategies to succeed in India’s evolving retail market.
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Tapping into India’s Tier 2 and Tier 3 Cities: A Practical Playbook for Foreign Investors
Published: August 2025India’s Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities are fast emerging as the engines of the country’s next growth w... -
The Future of India-Singapore Ties: Collaboration in Green Energy, Technology, and ESG Sectors
Published: February 2025With a strong focus on digital transformation and sustainable development, India and Singapore are l...
HR & Payroll
Where the Jobs Are in 2025: Hiring Trends Across India
Sep 11Hiring trends in 2025 reflect strong employer confidence as India ranked second out of 42 countries in Q3 FY26 hiring intent, led by business expansion and tech adoption, per a recent ManpowerGroup survey.
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Tapping into India’s Tier 2 and Tier 3 Cities: A Practical Playbook for Foreign Investors
HR & Payroll Sep 01The latest edition of India Briefing magazine offers a practical guide to India’s evolving Tier 2 and Tier 3 markets, highlighting key investment hubs, entry strategies, and scalable business models to help global investors expand beyond metro cities.
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Processing Payroll for Expats and Locals in India: Key Differences
HR & Payroll Aug 26Understand how payroll processing for expatriates in India differs from that of local employees, covering aspects such as tax residency, social security, reporting, and compliance.
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India's Emerging Enterprises: Charting the Next Decade of SME Growth
HR & Payroll Aug 20In this edition of India Briefing magazine, we explore India’s SME growth story—how enterprises are transforming through e-commerce, digital trade, innovative financing, and skill development, while embracing sustainability & global competitiveness.
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India Overtime Regulations: What Employers and Employees Must Know
HR & Payroll Jul 29Gain a comprehensive understanding of overtime regulations in India, including legal requirements for double pay and key updates on working hours and state-specific overtime provisions.
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The Corporate Taxation and Compliance Regime in India
Published: April 2025Discover India’s evolving corporate tax landscape in this essential guide. Covering income tax rat... -
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...
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