Effective July 14, 2025, Indian firms must file revised Form CRL-1 disclosing subsidiary layers, aligning with the latest amendment to the Companies (Restriction on Number of Layers) Rules, 2017.
Under the latest directives, India's southern state of Tamil Nadu now allows business operations with 10 or more employees to operate 24x7, effective June 5, 2025. We guide you on the labor rules, safety norms, and compliance requirements.
We explain step-by-step how a wholly owned subsidiary company is incorporated in India and highlight important compliance obligations.
As of 2024, India has improved ease of doing business through reforms in regulation, fiscal incentives, infrastructure, and technology.
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Sign Up NowIndia navigates high-stakes trade talks as the US imposes a 50% tariff on copper and considers 200% duties on pharmaceuticals. In the ongoing negotiations between the two countries, India aims to protect its key sectors.
Trump has extended the pause on US tariffs until August 1, 2025, for India trade talks. We share the latest updates on the ongoing trade negotiations, BRICS tensions, and the India-US genetically modified (GM) animal feed imports debate.
India recorded over US$50 billion in foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows in FY 2024–25, signaling investor confidence amid regulatory reforms and sectoral liberalization. Explore key trends, top sectors, and routes for foreign investment.
The India–UK FTA, finalized on May 6, 2025, targets implementation in the next 15 months, aiming to enhance trade, reduce tariffs on 90 percent of goods, improve market access, and create jobs in both countries.
Learn how the India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA) is reshaping textile trade. Explore tariff-free access, export data, compliance requirements, and strategic insights for Indian manufacturers and UK importers.
India's tax authority has extended the ITR filing deadline to September 15, 2025. The extension follows key updates to ITR forms, including changes in capital gains reporting, revised LTCG exemptions, and form-specific enhancements.
CBIC’s new circular clarifies who will handle reviews, revisions, and appeals for GST orders issued by Common Adjudicating Authorities, bringing much-needed procedural certainty to multi-jurisdictional tax cases.
NRIs earning income from India can apply for a lower or nil TDS certificate under Section 197 of the Income Tax Act, 1961, to avoid high default withholding rates. Learn about eligibility, documentation, and application procedures.
India will restore the Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products (RoDTEP) scheme for AA, EOU, and SEZ exporters effective June 1, 2025, aiming to boost trade competitiveness with a stable policy framework.
We explore India's updated tax deducted at source (TDS) rates and threshold changes for FY 2025–26 as per the Finance Act 2025, including detailed section-wise rates, compliance updates, and key tax reforms.
Effective July 14, 2025, Indian firms must file revised Form CRL-1 disclosing subsidiary layers, aligning with the latest amendment to the Companies (Restriction on Number of Layers) Rules, 2017.
Under the latest directives, India's southern state of Tamil Nadu now allows business operations with 10 or more employees to operate 24x7, effective June 5, 2025. We guide you on the labor rules, safety norms, and compliance requirements.
India's 2025 passport reforms introduce biometric ePassport, digital address integration, and stricter documentation rules—enhancing security, streamlining travel, and benefiting global business operations.
India released its Consent Management System (CMS) guidelines on June 6, 2025 via the Business Requirements Document (BRD), offering technical direction under the upcoming Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, 2023.
India is introducing key financial rules from July 1, 2025, including mandatory Aadhaar for new PAN cards, stricter GST return rules, and an extended ITR filing deadline. Learn how these updates can affect businesses and taxpayers.
Learn about India’s Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS) with detailed guidelines, incentives, and eligibility to advance domestic electronics manufacturing and reduce imports.
Apple is reportedly planning to expand its partnership with Tata Group to manage iPhone and MacBook repairs in India. We note major contract manufacturers of Apple products in India and list their locations and investment scope.
The Union Cabinet approved the sixth semiconductor unit under the India Semiconductor Mission. We track India's efforts to facilitate foreign investment into its indigenous semiconductor industry.
Introducing 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.
India's northern state of Uttar Pradesh has launched GCC Policy 2024 to attract global firms with incentives, promoting investment in emerging cities beyond traditional tech hubs.
Under the latest directives, India's southern state of Tamil Nadu now allows business operations with 10 or more employees to operate 24x7, effective June 5, 2025. We guide you on the labor rules, safety norms, and compliance requirements.
We explore key regulations, contract types, and compliance requirements for hiring employees in India in 2025—essential guidance for global businesses entering or expanding their presence in the country.
The India–UK FTA, finalized on May 6, 2025, targets implementation in the next 15 months, aiming to enhance trade, reduce tariffs on 90 percent of goods, improve market access, and create jobs in both countries.
India's Employment Linked Incentive (ELI) Scheme, launched on July 1, 2025, offers incentives to first-time employees and employers. The scheme benefits shall apply to positions created between August 1, 2025, and July 31, 2027.
India’s Project Visa offers a streamlined legal route for bringing in skilled foreign professionals for project-based work. Discover how it works, who qualifies, and what businesses need to know to remain compliant.
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