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Invest in South India: Unlocking Opportunities for Multinational Firms
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India’s Services Sector Performance and Contribution to GDP in 2025: An Overview
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Economy & Trade
India’s Services Sector Performance and Contribution to GDP in 2025: An Overview
Nov 11India’s services sector is entering a new phase of innovation-led growth, driven by rapid advances in technology, finance, and digital infrastructure. Businesses and investors should focus on high-value, export-oriented service models.
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India's Per Capita Income Growth: 2024-25 Analysis
Economy & Trade Nov 07India’s per capita income is set to double by 2030, transforming the country into an aspiration-driven consumer economy. Explore how rising incomes, rural participation, and premiumization trends are reshaping business prospects across FMCG, retail, and services.
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India’s ECMS Scheme: Seven Electronics Manufacturing Projects Approved Worth US$625 Mn
Economy & Trade Oct 30India’s ECMS initiative has its first set of beneficiaries – high-value components like PCBs, camera modules, and copper laminates – which will boost local electronics manufacturing. The scheme launched in April 2025, with applications opening May 1.
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India and China Resume Direct Passenger Flights: Boost for Trade, Tourism, and Regional Connectivity
Economy & Trade Oct 28On October 26, 2025, direct flights between India and China resumed after a five-year suspension, marking a major milestone toward restoring normal bilateral exchanges.
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India’s Smartphone Shipments Grow 3% in Q3 2025: Vivo Leads, Apple Hits Record High
Economy & Trade Oct 24India's smartphone shipments increased by 3 percent year-on-year in the July-September period, with Apple recording its highest-ever quarterly shipments at 4.9 million units. We note key factors shaping sales trends in this highly competitive market.
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Regulatory Standards When Selling to the Indian Market
Published: October 2025
Expanding into India requires strong regulatory readiness. Understand product certification, BIS/FSS... -
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...
Tax & Accounting
How Global Companies Leverage Offshore Accounting for Scale & Speed
Nov 10Discover how global companies leverage offshore accounting to reduce costs, enhance compliance, and accelerate financial transformation.
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Why India is Becoming the Offshore Accounting Hub for Global CPA Firms
Tax & Accounting Nov 03We explain why India – the world’s most established BPM/BPO market – has emerged as a preferred destination for offshore accounting.
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Understanding India’s New HSN Code Guidebook 2025
Tax & Accounting Oct 28India’s HSN Code Guidebook (2025) introduces a unified product classification framework under GST 2.0 and Customs, mapping approximately 12,000 HSN codes to align with internal customs standards and enhance trade compliance.
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Depreciation Rules and Asset Management under Indian GAAP: An Explainer
Tax & Accounting Oct 17Gain insights into India’s depreciation framework under Indian Accounting Standard (AS) 16, AS 10, and Schedule II of the Companies Act, 2013, to ensure accurate asset valuation and compliance.
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GST on Contract Employee Remuneration: Applicability, Rates, ITC, and Compliance
Tax & Accounting Oct 13Understand how India's goods and services tax (GST) is applicable to contract employees. Learn the difference between salaries, contract staffing, and manpower supply services, applicable tax rates, ITC eligibility, and key compliance considerations for businesses and investors.
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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
CDSCO Moves to Regulate Medical Device Software in India: Key Takeaways
Nov 12India’s CDSCO has released draft guidance for regulating medical device software, including AI and cloud-based systems. The move aligns India’s MedTech framework with global standards, enhancing clarity, compliance, and investor confidence.
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Supreme Court Clarifies Tests for Determining “Single Establishment” Under the EPF Act
Legal & Regulatory Nov 05A recent ruling by India's Supreme Court clarifies when companies may be treated as a single establishment under the EPF Act. Businesses with shared management or resources should reassess their group structures to mitigate liability risks.
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Copyright and Trademark Protection in India: Why It Matters for Businesses
Legal & Regulatory Oct 31Learn how copyright and trademark laws in India safeguard creative works and brand identity. We explain key differences, registration procedures, and practical strategies to help businesses protect IP, build credibility, and expand globally.
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Establishing a Trading Company in India
Legal & Regulatory Oct 30Starting an import-export business in India with the right strategies allows a firm to access information resources, network contacts, and concessions, which are key to profitability and compliance.
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Establishing a Trading Company in India
Legal & Regulatory Oct 30Starting an import-export business in India with the right strategies allows a firm to access information resources, network contacts, and concessions, which are key to profitability and compliance.
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Regulatory Standards When Selling to the Indian Market
Published: October 2025Expanding into India requires strong regulatory readiness. Understand product certification, BIS/FSS... -
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...
Industries
Eli Lilly’s Mounjaro Tops India’s Drug Sales – What It Reveals About the Country’s Health Market
Nov 12Eli Lilly’s Mounjaro tops India’s drug sales, signaling a healthcare pivot toward obesity and diabetes management. See how it’s reshaping India’s pharma market.
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India’s Services Sector Performance and Contribution to GDP in 2025: An Overview
Industries Nov 11India’s services sector is entering a new phase of innovation-led growth, driven by rapid advances in technology, finance, and digital infrastructure. Businesses and investors should focus on high-value, export-oriented service models.
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Navigate India's STP and EHTP Frameworks: Benefits and Registration Process
Industries Nov 04Explore how India’s Software Technology Parks (STP) and Electronic Hardware Technology Parks (EHTP) support export-driven software and electronics industries with fiscal incentives, simplified compliance, and scalable infrastructure.
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How French Companies Leverage India as a Global Delivery Base
Industries Nov 03French multinationals leverage India as a global delivery base for IT, engineering, and manufacturing – combining scale, innovation, and 24-hour productivity.
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India’s ECMS Scheme: Seven Electronics Manufacturing Projects Approved Worth US$625 Mn
Industries Oct 30India’s ECMS initiative has its first set of beneficiaries – high-value components like PCBs, camera modules, and copper laminates – which will boost local electronics manufacturing. The scheme launched in April 2025, with applications opening May 1.
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Regulatory Standards When Selling to the Indian Market
Published: October 2025Expanding into India requires strong regulatory readiness. Understand product certification, BIS/FSS... -
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...
HR & Payroll
Delhi Shops and Establishments Act: Conditions for Extended Business Hours
Nov 11Learn how the latest exemptions granted under the Delhi Shops and Establishments Act enable extended business hours with clear compliance rules, enhancing operational flexibility while protecting worker welfare.
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Public Holidays in India 2026 and Key HR Considerations
HR & Payroll Nov 06Plan ahead for India's public holidays in 2026. Understand national, gazetted, state, and restricted holidays to ensure compliant workforce and payroll planning.
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Supreme Court Clarifies Tests for Determining “Single Establishment” Under the EPF Act
HR & Payroll Nov 05A recent ruling by India's Supreme Court clarifies when companies may be treated as a single establishment under the EPF Act. Businesses with shared management or resources should reassess their group structures to mitigate liability risks.
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India and China Resume Direct Passenger Flights: Boost for Trade, Tourism, and Regional Connectivity
HR & Payroll Oct 28On October 26, 2025, direct flights between India and China resumed after a five-year suspension, marking a major milestone toward restoring normal bilateral exchanges.
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GST on Contract Employee Remuneration: Applicability, Rates, ITC, and Compliance
HR & Payroll Oct 13Understand how India's goods and services tax (GST) is applicable to contract employees. Learn the difference between salaries, contract staffing, and manpower supply services, applicable tax rates, ITC eligibility, and key compliance considerations for businesses and investors.
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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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