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Employee State Insurance (ESI) compliance applies to foreign companies establishing a presence in India. Employers must comply with ESI registration, employee coverage, employer contributions, and statutory obligations.
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.
Setting Up a Representative Office in India: RBI Approval, Eligibility & Compliance
Foreign companies can use a representative office to explore India's market before investing. Learn the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) setup process, eligibility, permitted activities, and compliance requirements.
India Gratuity Rules 2026-27: Calculation, Tax Treatment, Employer Compliance
Understand 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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Employee State Insurance Compliance for Foreign Companies and Indian Subsidiaries
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Company Trademark and Logo Registration for Foreign Entrants in India
Legal & Regulatory Jul 20 -
How to Draft a Commercial Contract in India: Key Clauses, Legal Requirements, and Business Risks
Legal & Regulatory Jul 17 -
Why UK Luxury Cars Cost Less to Import Under the India-UK CETA
Industries Jul 16 -
India's Semiconductor Sector: Tracking Government Support and Investment Trends
Industries Jul 16
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Economy & Trade
How Does the India-UK CETA Impact UK Manufacturers? 10 Essential FAQs
Jul 14The India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) establishes a new framework for bilateral trade, investment, customs, services, and professional mobility, creating fresh opportunities for UK businesses in India.
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India–Australia Trade Relations 2026: ECTA, CECA Talks, and Key Sectors for Business
Economy & Trade Jul 10Learn how India-Australia ECTA and the ongoing CECA negotiations are shaping trade, investment, market access, and commercial collaboration between the two regions.
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India-UK CETA Rules of Origin: Qualifying Value Content and Origin Requirements
Economy & Trade Jul 06Understand the India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) Rules of Origin (RoO), origin criteria, QVC, product-specific rules, and compliance requirements effective July 15, 2026.
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India Market Entry Strategy for US Investors: Entity, Tax, State Selection, and Compliance
Economy & Trade Jul 06Learn how US investors should structure India market entry, compare India with China, Vietnam, and Indonesia, and assess tax, GST, FDI, and compliance risks.
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India Manufacturing Tracker 2026
Economy & Trade Jul 01India Manufacturing Tracker 2026 brings you real-time updates on industry performance, manufacturing activity, PMI data, CAPEX spending, and policy support.
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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
CBDT Exempts TDS on Interest, Dividend, and Commission Payments to Eligible IFSC Units in India
Jul 14India has removed TDS on specified payments to eligible GIFT City IFSC units from April 1, 2026. The exemption may improve cash flow for qualifying financial institutions, but annual declaration and reporting requirements apply.
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India Gratuity Rules 2026-27: Calculation, Tax Treatment, Employer Compliance
Tax & Accounting 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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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 State Insurance Compliance for Foreign Companies and Indian Subsidiaries
Jul 21Employee State Insurance (ESI) compliance applies to foreign companies establishing a presence in India. Employers must comply with ESI registration, employee coverage, employer contributions, and statutory obligations.
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Company Trademark and Logo Registration for Foreign Entrants in India
Legal & Regulatory Jul 20Protect your brand before entering India. Learn the logo and trademark registration process in India, Madrid Protocol filing options, and how expert guidance can help avoid costly disputes.
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How to Draft a Commercial Contract in India: Key Clauses, Legal Requirements, and Business Risks
Legal & Regulatory Jul 17Commercial contracts in India must comply with the Indian Contract Act, 1872, and applicable tax, regulatory, stamp duty, data protection, and sector-specific requirements.
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Setting Up a Representative Office in India: RBI Approval, Eligibility & Compliance
Legal & Regulatory Jul 08Foreign companies can use a representative office to explore India's market before investing. Learn the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) setup process, eligibility, permitted activities, and compliance requirements.
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Minimizing Contractual Risk in India: Essential Safeguards for Commercial Agreements
Legal & Regulatory Jul 07Learn how the Indian Contract Act, 1872, governs commercial contractual obligations in India, including contract formation, performance, breach, third-party agency, and business obligations.
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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
Why UK Luxury Cars Cost Less to Import Under the India-UK CETA
Jul 16The India-UK Comprehensive Economic Trade Agreement (CETA) introduces phased customs duty cuts for eligible UK-built vehicles. Learn about tariff-rate quotas (TRQs), rules of origin, and qualifying brands.
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India's Semiconductor Sector: Tracking Government Support and Investment Trends
Industries Jul 16India's Tata Electronics and Dutch firm ASML have signed an MoU on May 16, 2026, to support the development of India’s first front-end semiconductor fabrication facility in Gujarat. As of May 18, 2026, India has a total of 13 approved semiconductor projects under ISM and SPECS.
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India Semicon 2.0 Approved with US$13.2 Billion Outlay: Key Details
Industries Jul 15The central government-led cabinet has approved Semicon 2.0 with a budget of INR 1.275 trillion (US$13.23B). Explore the key business and investment opportunities across chip design, equipment manufacturing, packaging, and the supply chain.
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Exporting Alcohol to India: A Guide to the India-UK CETA Tariff Schedules and MIP Rules
Industries Jul 15Learn how the India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement, effective July 15, 2026, reduces tariffs on Scotch whisky & other alcoholic beverages, introduces minimum import price (MIP) requirements, and reshapes export opportunities.
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India Extends Customs Duty Relief for Electronics and Battery Manufacturing Until March 2029
Industries Jul 09India's latest customs duty notifications exempt key electronics components and lithium-ion battery manufacturing machinery until March 31, 2029, lowering production costs and supporting domestic manufacturing.
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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 State Insurance Compliance for Foreign Companies and Indian Subsidiaries
Jul 21Employee State Insurance (ESI) compliance applies to foreign companies establishing a presence in India. Employers must comply with ESI registration, employee coverage, employer contributions, and statutory obligations.
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New Employee Provident Fund 2026 Rules Advance India's Social Security Code Implementation
HR & Payroll Jul 03The Employee Provident Fund 2026, in effect from July 1, 2026, introduces new compliance rules, digital filing, withdrawal norms, and governance requirements for employers and employees in India.
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What Should Employers Know About Wage, Payroll, and HR Compliance in India in 2026?
HR & Payroll Jul 02Download India Briefing’s 2026 employer guide to wage, payroll, and HR compliance in India, covering labor codes, minimum wages, hiring, exits, TDS, and payroll obligations.
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Bihar Repeals Shops and Establishments Act: Will Other States Follow Through?
HR & Payroll Jun 29Bihar has repealed its Shops and Establishments Act, 2025, replacing it with the Bihar OSHWC Rules, 2025. The move aims to align the state's labor laws with the central government's four labor codes.
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Employee Compensation During Layoffs, Retrenchment, and Business Restructuring in India
HR & Payroll 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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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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