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Cross-Border M&A in India: 2024 Market Developments and Regulatory Changes
Cross-border M&A deals in India are growing as companies pursue strategies to enter new markets, acquire technology, diversify, and consolidate globally.
India Mandates Audit Trail Compliance for All Companies: Understanding the Obligations
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Why BRICS Matters and India's Strategic Role in the Multilateral Grouping
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Navigating India-Türkiye Relations: Opportunities and Challenges
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India Manufacturing Tracker: 2024-25
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End of India-China Border Standoff Signals Hope for Cross-Border Business Engagement
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Economy & Trade
Why BRICS Matters and India's Strategic Role in the Multilateral Grouping
Oct 28India’s engagement in BRICS, as witnessed during the 2024 Kazan Summit in Russia, reflects its dual focus on expanding influence in both Western-led and Global South platforms.
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Navigating India-Türkiye Relations: Opportunities and Challenges
Economy & Trade Oct 25India and Türkiye's relationship, while challenged by political tensions, shows potential for growth through economic collaboration, trade, and initiatives like the ADR partnership and tech visa program.
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End of India-China Border Standoff Signals Hope for Cross-Border Business Engagement
Economy & Trade Oct 25India and China have hit a diplomatic reset at the Kazan BRICS Summit, resolving to end their prolonged military standoff in Ladakh. We discuss the implications for Asia's two biggest economies and the expectations of business and industrial stakeholders.
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Noida and YEIDA Master Plans Announced by the Uttar Pradesh Government: What's in it for India Investors?
Economy & Trade Oct 23The Noida Master Plan 2041 and YEIDA Master Plan aim to transform Noida and the Yamuna Expressway regions into economic hubs through enhanced infrastructure, industrial growth, aviation industries, and improved connectivity. The plans also include developing Korean City and Japanese City to attract companies from South Korea and Japan.
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India-Denmark Strategic Partnership Grows, from Green Energy to Pharmaceuticals
Economy & Trade Oct 22India and Denmark enjoy strong ties, collaborating in trade, renewable energy and green technology under the Green Strategic Partnership.
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An Introduction to Doing Business in India 2024
Published: December 2023
An Introduction to Doing Business in India 2024 highlights the country's robust economic growth, wit... -
Where to Invest in India: Analyzing Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Tamil Nadu’s Business Environment
Published: November 2023Navigating the dynamic investment environment in India, with its diverse 28 states and 8 union terri...
Tax & Accounting
India Mandates Audit Trail Compliance for All Companies: Understanding the Obligations
Oct 16We provide an overview of audit trails, detailing the mandatory compliance requirements under Indian corporate laws, the responsibilities of companies and auditors, and the penalties for non-compliance.
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New GST Amnesty Scheme from November 1, 2024: Key Compliance Details
Tax & Accounting Oct 11India's new GST amnesty scheme, effective from November 1, 2024, waives interest and penalties for non-fraudulent GST demands from 2017-18 to 2019-20.
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India's Supreme Court Enables ITC Claims on Commercial Building Construction
Tax & Accounting Oct 08India's Supreme Court has allowed companies in the country to claim input tax credits (ITC) on construction costs for commercial buildings intended for rental purposes.
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Capital Gains Tax in India: An Explainer
Tax & Accounting Aug 07In India, any profit or gain arising from the sale of a capital asset is deemed as capital gains and is charged to tax under the Income-tax Act, 1961. We discuss the latest changes to taxation of capital gains introduced under the Union Budget 2024.
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Tax Dispute Resolution Scheme for Contractors in Government Procurement in India
Tax & Accounting Aug 06The Vivad se Vishwas, or VsV scheme, aims to reduce tax litigation in India by offering a simple, efficient mechanism for taxpayers to settle their disputes with tax authorities.
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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... -
An Introduction to Doing Business in India 2024
Published: December 2023An Introduction to Doing Business in India 2024 highlights the country's robust economic growth, wit...
Legal & Regulatory
India’s New Labor Codes Near Implementation: What Foreign Firms Need to Know
Oct 22India's four new labor codes are nearing implementation, simplifying labor laws and enhancing worker protections. As per reports, 25 Indian states have finalized their draft rules, affecting both domestic and foreign businesses.
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Indian Mobility Platform Ola Comes Under Regulatory Spotlight: Lessons for Foreign Investors
Legal & Regulatory Oct 14India's Central Consumer Protection Authority has issued a notice to Ola Electric and Ola Cabs for alleged violations of consumer rights. This situation highlights the importance for foreign companies and foreign-invested enterprises operating in India to adopt best practices to minimize the risk of regulatory intervention and mitigate scope for reputational damage.
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India Eases Export Rules for Dual-Use Technology to 41 Countries
Legal & Regulatory Oct 09India's Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) has relaxed export rules for 36 dual-use items from Indian parent companies to their foreign subsidiaries in 41 countries.
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India Implements New Guidelines for Halal Meat Exports, Effective October 16
Legal & Regulatory Oct 08India has introduced new policy conditions for halal meat exports, effective from October 16, 2024. Such products must be processed in facilities certified under the 'India Conformity Assessment Scheme (I-CAS) - Halal.'
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India's Anti-Trust Law Updates: Stricter Scrutiny, New Thresholds, and Faster Approvals
Legal & Regulatory Oct 07More provisions of the Competition (Amendment) Act, 2023 have taken effect as of September 2024, including deal value thresholds for high-value acquisitions, marking a complete overhaul of India's anti-trust 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 Manufacturing Tracker: 2024-25
Oct 25Introducing 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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Cross-Border M&A in India: 2024 Market Developments and Regulatory Changes
Industries Oct 21Cross-border M&A deals in India are growing as companies pursue strategies to enter new markets, acquire technology, diversify, and consolidate globally.
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India's Fintech Sector Secures US$778 Million in Funding in Q3 2024
Industries Oct 17India’s fintech sector witnessed substantial growth in Q3 of 2024, securing US$778 million in funding, a 66% increase compared to Q3 2023.
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Ratan Tata: Architect of the Tata Group's Global Empire
Industries Oct 10Ratan Tata, the Chairman Emeritus of Tata Group and a globally influential industrialist, passed away in Mumbai on October 9, 2024, at the age of 86. We look back at his legacy at the helm of the group.
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India's Semiconductor Sector: Tracking Government Support and Investment Trends
Industries Oct 03We track India's efforts to facilitate foreign investment into its indigenous semiconductor industry (developing fabs. chip design, ATMP).
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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... -
An Introduction to Doing Business in India 2024
Published: December 2023An Introduction to Doing Business in India 2024 highlights the country's robust economic growth, wit...
HR & Payroll
A Guide to Minimum Wage in India in 2024
Sep 27We answer some frequently asked questions foreign hiring managers may have regarding the minimum wage in India. Several states in India have updated their minimum wages as of October 2023.
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Traveling in India – Business Etiquette and Culture
HR & Payroll Aug 30India is one of the oldest civilizations in the world, and a complicated mixture of old and new traditions from the West and East. If you are planning to do business with or in India, it is important to try and understand its cultural intricacies.
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How Labor Market Intelligence Can Strengthen Your India Market Relocation Strategy
HR & Payroll Aug 28An effective labor market study will help company decision makers, such as C-suite executives, to make an informed choice that is best suited to their business undertaking.
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More Women Engaged in Manufacturing Activities in India: MoSPI Report
HR & Payroll Aug 14In the latest report from India’s MoSPI, more urban women are engaged in the manufacturing sector, while rural women dominate agriculture activities.
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India to Expedite Visa Process for Chinese Technicians Amid Industrial Concerns
HR & Payroll Jul 19India is reportedly working on loosening the visa requirements of Chinese technicians in response to concerns from several companies.
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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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