Other BriefingsEmployee Compensation During Layoffs, Retrenchment, and Business Restructuring in India
Learn how India's Industrial Relations Code and Social Security Code govern employee compensation during layoffs, retrenchment, business restructuring, and termination, including gratuity and other statutory benefits.
2026 HR Guide to Salary Structuring in India: The 50% Basic Pay Rule and PF Compliance
Restructure your payroll to align with India’s four new Labor Codes. Calculate the 50 percent wage threshold, standardize employee allowances, and ensure full statutory compliance for the 2026-27 fiscal year.
A Guide to Minimum Wage in India in 2026
We address frequently asked questions that foreign hiring managers may have about minimum wages in India. In 2026, several states and jurisdictions have revised their rates, with Uttar Pradesh among the latest to increase its minimum wage ceiling.
Labor Compliance Calendar for Liaison Offices in India (FY 2026–27)
Liaison Offices (LOs) in India must follow the FY 2026-27 compliance calendar covering labor codes and the new income tax framework. Key requirements include RBI/FEMA reporting, quarterly TDS filings, and state-specific Shops & Establishments Act.
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Employee Compensation During Layoffs, Retrenchment, and Business Restructuring in India
Human Resources & Payroll Jun 26 -
A Guide to Minimum Wage in India in 2026
Human Resources & Payroll Jun 26 -
India Gratuity Rules 2026-27: Calculation, Tax Treatment, Employer Compliance
Tax & Accounting Jun 26 -
India’s MedTech Localization Push: Market Entry Opportunities for Medical Device Manufacturers and Investors
Industries Jun 25 -
India's July 2026 Income Tax Calendar: New ITR, TDS & TCS Forms You Must Know
Tax & Accounting Jun 24
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India-France Innovation Roadmap 2030 Explained: AI Governance, Space Cooperation & Startup Ecosystems
Jun 16India and France have adopted the Innovation Roadmap 2030 to strengthen cooperation in AI, research, healthcare, aerospace, and startup ecosystems, creating new opportunities for businesses and investors.
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Global Capability Centers in India: Setup, Location, Tax, and Compliance Guide
Economy & Trade Jun 10Learn how foreign companies can set up global capability centers in India, choose the right city, structure entities, and manage tax, transfer pricing, payroll, data protection, and compliance risks.
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QCO Exemption Extended to SEZ Units and Developers under FTP 2023 Amendments
Economy & Trade Jun 09The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) amended India's Foreign Trade Policy on June 3, 2026, expanding QCO exemptions for imports by SEZ units and developers.
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A Guide to India’s Special Economic Zones
Economy & Trade Jun 08Businesses can consider setting up or doing business with entities in India's Special Economic Zones to take advantage of favorable tax incentives, simplified customs procedures, and a conducive environment for manufacturing and trade.
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India FDI Report FY 2025-26: Sustained Capital Inflows Amid Global Reallocations
Economy & Trade Jun 04India's FY 2025-26 FDI inflows grew 18 percent amid global uncertainty. Learn which sectors, states, and policy reforms are strengthening India's appeal as a global investment destination.
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From Scale to Strategy: India–Singapore Pathways for Growth and Innovation
Published: May 2026
As India–Singapore ties move from strategic intent to execution, businesses need clarity on where ... -
Regulatory Standards When Selling to the Indian Market
Published: October 2025Expanding into India requires strong regulatory readiness. Understand product certification, BIS/FSS...
Tax & Accounting
India Gratuity Rules 2026-27: Calculation, Tax Treatment, Employer Compliance
Jun 26Understand gratuity in India for FY 2026–27, including eligibility, calculation under the Code on Wages, and tax treatment under the Income-tax Act, 2025 and Rules, 2026, with exemptions and relief provisions.
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India's July 2026 Income Tax Calendar: New ITR, TDS & TCS Forms You Must Know
Tax & Accounting Jun 24Track key income tax deadlines due in July 2026, including TDS/TCS deposits, Forms 121, 127, 138, and 140, ITR filing, and quarterly compliance requirements.
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Who Will Face Income Tax Scrutiny in TY 2026–27? India's CBDT Rules Explained
Tax & Accounting Jun 12CBDT’s compulsory scrutiny guidelines for tax year 2026-27 identify categories of income tax returns that the Income Tax Department will mandatorily examine in detail.
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Global Capability Centers in India: Setup, Location, Tax, and Compliance Guide
Tax & Accounting Jun 10Learn how foreign companies can set up global capability centers in India, choose the right city, structure entities, and manage tax, transfer pricing, payroll, data protection, and compliance risks.
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Income Tax June 2026 Compliance Calendar: ITR Guide for Employers
Tax & Accounting Jun 09Stay compliant with India's June 2026 tax deadlines. Track critical dates for Form 16 issuance, Form 16A compliance, TDS deposits, and the first installment of advance tax while preparing for the transition to the Income-tax Act, 2025.
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India’s New Income-tax Act: A Compliance Guide for Companies
Published: April 2026India’s new tax regime shifts compliance to system-driven execution, requiring integrated processe... -
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...
Legal & Regulatory
Employee Compensation During Layoffs, Retrenchment, and Business Restructuring in India
Jun 26Learn how India's Industrial Relations Code and Social Security Code govern employee compensation during layoffs, retrenchment, business restructuring, and termination, including gratuity and other statutory benefits.
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Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code Amendment 2026: What Lenders, Foreign Investors Need to Know
Legal & Regulatory Jun 22India's Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (Amendment) Act, 2026, introduces reforms to insolvency resolution, creditor rights, and restructuring processes. Learn the implications for businesses, lenders, and investors.
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India’s DPDP Compliance Deadline Is Approaching: What Businesses Need to Do Before May 2027
Legal & Regulatory Jun 19India’s DPDP compliance timeline is now taking shape, with Consent Manager-related provisions set to take effect on November 14, 2026, followed by core obligations on consent, data security, breach reporting, vendor governance, and individual rights from May 14, 2027.
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Form DPT-3 Filing in India: Compliance Checklist for Companies Before June 30
Legal & Regulatory Jun 17Form DPT-3 must be filed by June 30 by eligible Indian companies reporting deposits, exempted deposits, and certain outstanding borrowings. Learn applicability, filing categories, documentation, and compliance risks.
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FEMA Non-Debt Instruments (Third Amendment) Rules 2026: Foreign Individuals Can Now Invest in Indian Listed Securities
Legal & Regulatory Jun 15India has expanded Schedule III investment eligibility under the Foreign Exchange Management (Non-Debt Instruments) Rules, 2019. Learn how the 2026 amendments affect foreign investors, listed companies, banks, and compliance teams.
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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
India’s MedTech Localization Push: Market Entry Opportunities for Medical Device Manufacturers and Investors
Jun 25India’s MedTech localization push is opening opportunities for manufacturers, component suppliers, healthcare technology firms, and foreign investors as the government reviews priority medical device categories with high import dependence.
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Gujarat Industrial Policy 2026: Incentives and Setup Strategy for Foreign Investors
Industries Jun 17Gujarat Industrial Policy 2026 offers incentives for manufacturing, R&D, green energy, MSMEs, and mega projects. Learn what foreign investors should assess before setting up in Gujarat.
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FSSAI Crackdown on Food Claims: Why Brands Should Review Labels, Names, and Marketing
Industries Jun 15FSSAI's recent notices serve as a warning for food businesses using organic, healthy, vegan, and nutrient-related claims. Explore the regulatory implications and compliance measures required under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006.
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Global Capability Centers in India: Setup, Location, Tax, and Compliance Guide
Industries Jun 10Learn how foreign companies can set up global capability centers in India, choose the right city, structure entities, and manage tax, transfer pricing, payroll, data protection, and compliance risks.
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World Environment Day 2026: Why ESG Readiness in India is Now a Corporate Priority
Industries Jun 05As ESG regulations strengthen in India, businesses must prepare for BRSR reporting, value-chain disclosures, assurance requirements, and investor expectations.
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From Scale to Strategy: India–Singapore Pathways for Growth and Innovation
Published: May 2026As India–Singapore ties move from strategic intent to execution, businesses need clarity on where ... -
Regulatory Standards When Selling to the Indian Market
Published: October 2025Expanding into India requires strong regulatory readiness. Understand product certification, BIS/FSS...
HR & Payroll
Employee Compensation During Layoffs, Retrenchment, and Business Restructuring in India
Jun 26Learn how India's Industrial Relations Code and Social Security Code govern employee compensation during layoffs, retrenchment, business restructuring, and termination, including gratuity and other statutory benefits.
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A Guide to Minimum Wage in India in 2026
HR & Payroll Jun 26We address frequently asked questions that foreign hiring managers may have about minimum wages in India. In 2026, several states and jurisdictions have revised their rates, with Uttar Pradesh among the latest to increase its minimum wage ceiling.
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India–UK Social Security Pact Takes Effect July 15, 2026: What Employers and Indian Professionals Need to Know
HR & Payroll Jun 19The India–UK trade deal and Double Contribution Convention simultaneously enter into force on July 15, 2026, extending social security exemptions from three to five years and reducing costs for qualifying temporary workers.
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Building HR Compliance Readiness Under India’s Labor Codes
HR & Payroll Jun 11Prepare your business for labor codes in India with practical insights on workforce management, compliance risks, and employment governance in 2026.
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Global Capability Centers in India: Setup, Location, Tax, and Compliance Guide
HR & Payroll Jun 10Learn how foreign companies can set up global capability centers in India, choose the right city, structure entities, and manage tax, transfer pricing, payroll, data protection, and compliance risks.
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India’s New Income-tax Act: A Compliance Guide for Companies
Published: April 2026India’s new tax regime shifts compliance to system-driven execution, requiring integrated processe... -
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...
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