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Apple’s Contract Manufacturers and Component Suppliers in India
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.
How Cultural Factors Can Impact Foreign Business Success in India
Foreign companies often fail in India due to cultural missteps. Discover key factors and strategies to align leadership, talent, and products with local realities.
India-EFTA Trade Pact Comes into Effect Oct. 1, 2025
India’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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India and China Resume Direct Passenger Flights: A Milestone for Trade, Tourism, and Regional Connectivity
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Invest in South India: Unlocking Opportunities for Multinational Firms
Economy & Trade Oct 16 -
RBI Extends Export Proceeds Repatriation Timeline for IFSC Accounts
Legal & Regulatory Oct 14 -
GST on Contract Employee Remuneration: Applicability, Rates, ITC, and Compliance
Human Resources & Payroll Oct 13 -
India's Textile PLI Scheme: Extended Window Offers Fresh Entry Opportunity
Industries Oct 10
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Economy & Trade
India and China Resume Direct Passenger Flights: A Milestone for Trade, Tourism, and Regional Connectivity
Oct 16Direct India-China flights will return after five years. IndiGo, Air India, and Chinese carriers will reopen routes, boosting trade, tourism, and bilateral engagement.
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Invest in South India: Unlocking Opportunities for Multinational Firms
Economy & Trade Oct 16Discover South India’s booming economy, infrastructure, and retail potential – key insights for foreign investors seeking expansion in India’s fastest-growing region.
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CBIC Automates IFSC Code Registration to Boost India's Trade Facilitation
Economy & Trade Oct 10India's Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has introduced an automated IFSC registration system. The upgrade aims to simplify customs procedures, speed up incentive disbursals, & enhance export efficiency.
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Transshipment and Due Diligence in India’s Trade Compliance Landscape
Economy & Trade Oct 09India is cracking down on transshipment misuse and origin fraud. Learn key compliance changes, CAROTAR updates, and court rulings shaping due diligence.
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India-EFTA Trade Pact Comes into Effect Oct. 1, 2025
Economy & Trade 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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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 on Contract Employee Remuneration: Applicability, Rates, ITC, and Compliance
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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GST 2.0: How India’s New HSN and SAC Code Structure Transforms Tax Compliance for Businesses
Tax & Accounting Oct 08India’s GST 2.0 ushers in a major tax overhaul, revising Harmonized System of Nomenclature (HSN) and Service Accounting Codes (SAC) codes to simplify compliance. Businesses must realign systems, classifications, and input tax credit (ITC) claims for efficiency.
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What is GST Migration and Why it Matters for Businesses?
Tax & Accounting 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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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
RBI Extends Export Proceeds Repatriation Timeline for IFSC Accounts
Oct 14The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has amended forex regulations, allowing exporters to hold their foreign currency earnings in International Financial Services Centre (IFSC) accounts for up to three months.
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CBIC Automates IFSC Code Registration to Boost India's Trade Facilitation
Legal & Regulatory Oct 10India's Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has introduced an automated IFSC registration system. The upgrade aims to simplify customs procedures, speed up incentive disbursals, & enhance export efficiency.
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Transshipment and Due Diligence in India’s Trade Compliance Landscape
Legal & Regulatory Oct 09India is cracking down on transshipment misuse and origin fraud. Learn key compliance changes, CAROTAR updates, and court rulings shaping due diligence.
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GST 2.0: How India’s New HSN and SAC Code Structure Transforms Tax Compliance for Businesses
Legal & Regulatory Oct 08India’s GST 2.0 ushers in a major tax overhaul, revising Harmonized System of Nomenclature (HSN) and Service Accounting Codes (SAC) codes to simplify compliance. Businesses must realign systems, classifications, and input tax credit (ITC) claims for efficiency.
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Flipkart’s Dark Pattern Self-Audit: What it Means for Businesses in India
Legal & Regulatory Oct 08Flipkart’s dark patterns self-audit shows how India’s new CCPA guidelines are reshaping e-commerce. Learn the compliance lessons for your business.
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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
Invest in South India: Unlocking Opportunities for Multinational Firms
Oct 16Discover South India’s booming economy, infrastructure, and retail potential – key insights for foreign investors seeking expansion in India’s fastest-growing region.
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India's Textile PLI Scheme: Extended Window Offers Fresh Entry Opportunity
Industries Oct 10India has extended the application window for the Textile PLI Scheme to December 31, 2025. Businesses in the textile sector should act quickly to secure incentives for scaling production and strengthening export competitiveness.
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Flipkart’s Dark Pattern Self-Audit: What it Means for Businesses in India
Industries Oct 08Flipkart’s dark patterns self-audit shows how India’s new CCPA guidelines are reshaping e-commerce. Learn the compliance lessons for your business.
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An Investor's Guide to Solar Manufacturing in India
Industries Oct 06Foreign 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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Why Foreign Companies Fail in India: 5 Costly Mistakes and Lessons for Future Investors
Industries 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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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
India and China Resume Direct Passenger Flights: A Milestone for Trade, Tourism, and Regional Connectivity
Oct 16Direct India-China flights will return after five years. IndiGo, Air India, and Chinese carriers will reopen routes, boosting trade, tourism, and bilateral engagement.
-
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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India-UK Social Security Agreement: A Breakthrough for Indian Professionals and Employers
HR & Payroll Oct 09The India-UK social security agreement, called the Double Contribution Convention under the India-UK Comprehensive and Economic Trade Agreement (CETA), benefits employers and cross-border talents alike through payroll efficiencies and eliminating dual social security payments.
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How Cultural Factors Can Impact Foreign Business Success in India
HR & Payroll Oct 07Foreign companies often fail in India due to cultural missteps. Discover key factors and strategies to align leadership, talent, and products with local realities.
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Where the Jobs Are in 2025: Hiring Trends Across India
HR & Payroll 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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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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