Other Briefings
Maharashtra Shops and Establishments Rules, 2018 Explained
The Maharashtra Shops and Establishments Rules, 2018 are applicable to all commercial establishments in the state, (not covered under the Factories Act), which employ 10 or more workers.
Consumer Protection in India: LM Rules Now Apply to E-commerce, Notified Medical Devices
Consumer protection in India under the amended Legal Metrology Rules 2017 is now applicable to packaged commodities sold on online platforms and will regulate Notified Medical Devices as well.
India’s New Accounting Standard ‘Ind AS 115’ Effective April 1, 2018
India’s new accounting standard, Ind AS 115, is in effect from April 1, 2018, and is aligned with the International Financial Report Standards (IFRS).
Startup India Scheme: All You Need to Know
India is the world’s third largest startup hub. We take a look at the Startup India scheme, and explain how to establish a startup in India and qualify for various regulatory incentives and tax breaks.
FDI in India: Types of Hybrid Financial Instruments Permitted
In recent years, foreign investors have begun to invest in India using hybrid instruments or hybrid securities, that is, financial instruments that combine both debt and equity characteristics.
Antitrust Law in India: A Primer for Foreign Companies
Foreign investors should note that the Competition Act is strictly enforced in India. The article discusses the importance of the anti-trust law, and its regulation of mergers, acquisitions, and combinations.
Company Incorporation in India: Fees Relaxed, Name Reservation Facility Introduced
India has removed incorporation fees payable to the Registrar for OPCs and small businesses and made it easier to reserve a company name. We briefly discuss the latest ease of doing business reforms.
Importers in India: Customs Duty Increased, Social Welfare Surcharge Imposed
India’s 2018 federal budget raised the customs duty for ten categories of imports to promote Make in India and boost local sourcing of components. Here we briefly discuss the duty hike and imposition of the new Social Welfare Surcharge.
