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India’s Trade Landscape Amid Global Geopolitical Shifts: BCG Report Insights
A new BCG report highlights how changing global trade dynamics, including potential increases in US tariffs following President-elect Trump's inauguration, could impact India’s trade and economic growth. We look at key report insights impacting India's export-import trade.
India Eyes US$100 Billion Export Target by 2030, Pushes for F&B Sector Investments
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An Introduction to Doing Business in India 2025 - New Publication Out Now
The 2025 edition of 'An Introduction to Doing Business in India' provides valuable insights for businesses navigating India’s dynamic market, and covers macroeconomic as well as technical considerations like company setup, tax and audit, HR and payroll.
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M&A Due Diligence in India: Assessing Target Company Non-Compliance
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India's Strategic Partnership with Croatia: A Brief
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DGFT Updates Schedule II of India’s Export Policy
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Profiling India-Singapore Bilateral Trade and Investment Relations
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Economy & Trade
India's Strategic Partnership with Croatia: A Brief
Jan 16India is diversifying its export markets, with Croatia becoming a key partner for engineering goods and high-value products amid global geopolitical shifts.
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DGFT Updates Schedule II of India’s Export Policy
Economy & Trade Jan 15India's Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) revised its export policy on January 13, 2025, setting new conditions for all merchandise goods and aligning the schedule with the Finance Act 2024.
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Profiling India-Singapore Bilateral Trade and Investment Relations
Economy & Trade Jan 15We explore the current trade and investment trends between India and Singapore, with a focus on recent economic developments and collaborations between the two nations.
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India-Bulgaria Bilateral and Trade Relations
Economy & Trade Jan 14India and Bulgaria have maintained a strong and evolving bilateral relationship for over seven decades, with key developments in trade, investment, and economic cooperation.
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India’s Trade Landscape Amid Global Geopolitical Shifts: BCG Report Insights
Economy & Trade Jan 14A new BCG report highlights how changing global trade dynamics, including potential increases in US tariffs following President-elect Trump's inauguration, could impact India’s trade and economic growth. We look at key report insights impacting India's export-import trade.
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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 2025
Published: January 2025The 2025 edition of An Introduction to Doing Business in India provides valuable insights for busine...
Tax & Accounting
An Introduction to Doing Business in India 2025 - New Publication Out Now
Jan 08The 2025 edition of 'An Introduction to Doing Business in India' provides valuable insights for businesses navigating India’s dynamic market, and covers macroeconomic as well as technical considerations like company setup, tax and audit, HR and payroll.
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Tax Residency and PoEM in India: An Overview
Tax & Accounting Dec 31We discuss the key aspects of tax residency and PoEM rules in India for businesses operating here to adhere to tax regulations and avoid unforseen tax liabilities.
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India's GST Compliance Changes from 2025: What Businesses Need to Know
Tax & Accounting 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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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
M&A Due Diligence in India: Assessing Target Company Non-Compliance
Jan 17We examine non-compliance actions that may be identified during the dealmaking process in India and their implications for foreign investors.
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India’s Food Labeling Regulations: FSSAI Sets July 1 as Annual Compliance Date
Legal & Regulatory Jan 17The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has set July 1 as the annual date for enforcing any amendments to the food labeling regulations.
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BIS Certification in India: A Brief Primer
Legal & Regulatory Jan 13BIS certification ensures product quality, safety, and compliance with Indian standards. Learn about mandatory and voluntary certification schemes, including ISI, CRS, and hallmarking, for manufacturers, importers, and retailers.
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An Introduction to Doing Business in India 2025 - New Publication Out Now
Legal & Regulatory Jan 08The 2025 edition of 'An Introduction to Doing Business in India' provides valuable insights for businesses navigating India’s dynamic market, and covers macroeconomic as well as technical considerations like company setup, tax and audit, HR and payroll.
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Corporate Social Responsibility in India
Legal & Regulatory Jan 07India became one of the first countries to mandate corporate social responsibility (CSR) on April 1, 2014. Certain companies are required to allocate a portion of their profits to areas such as education, poverty alleviation, gender equality, and hunger mitigation programs. We discuss corporate spending trends and compliance requirements under India's CSR regime.
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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’s Medical Devices Industry: Investor Outlook
Jan 10India's medical device industry, valued at US$12 billion, has become a growing hub for innovation, attracting seed and venture capital funding
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India Manufacturing Tracker: 2024-25
Industries Jan 10Introducing 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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An Introduction to Doing Business in India 2025 - New Publication Out Now
Industries Jan 08The 2025 edition of 'An Introduction to Doing Business in India' provides valuable insights for businesses navigating India’s dynamic market, and covers macroeconomic as well as technical considerations like company setup, tax and audit, HR and payroll.
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India Updates Specialty Steel PLI Scheme to Drive Investments
Industries Jan 07India has updated its PLI Scheme for Specialty Steel (PLI Scheme 1.1) with aims to make the sector more investor-friendly and encourage greater participation of manufacturers.
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Australia’s Strategic Investments in India’s Fintech, Space Sectors
Industries Dec 23Australia plays a pivotal role in India's digital economy, fostering collaboration in the space sector and advancing fintech through innovations in digital payments and blockchain technology.
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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
An Introduction to Doing Business in India 2025 - New Publication Out Now
Jan 08The 2025 edition of 'An Introduction to Doing Business in India' provides valuable insights for businesses navigating India’s dynamic market, and covers macroeconomic as well as technical considerations like company setup, tax and audit, HR and payroll.
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Tax Advisory for Remote Workers in India: Optimizing Savings
HR & Payroll 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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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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