Other Briefings
India Regulatory Brief: DoT Blocks 857 Websites, Maharashtra Incentivizing Retail
This week, we examine the recent website ban, planned reforms for the insurance industry and Maharashtra’s plans to incentivize the retail industry.
The Indian Parliament’s Monsoon Session: What Is Going to Happen?
The government planned to pass a variety of bills designed to support its economic agenda for India. However, political rivalry has compromised those plans. This article examines how the current political climate will affect bills that many foreign investors are watching closely.
India Regulatory Brief: New Rules for Foreign-funded NGOs, Defense Exports
This week, we examine plans to implement new rules for foreign-funded NGOs, relax defense export regulations and expand India-Singapore economic relations.
India Regulatory Brief: OTT, VoIP Regulations Recommended, Tribunals Set for Reduction
This week, we examine OTT and VoIP regulatory recommendations, plans to reduce the number of tribunals, the Arbitration Act amendment and India-EU FTA talks.
How to Establish a Business in India: Choosing a Low-Risk Entry Model – New Issue of India Briefing Magazine
India has earned a reputation as a difficult place to do business. In the new issue of India Briefing magazine, we examine the government’s new eBiz portal and a low-risk market entry model for India. This magazine helps foreign investors gauge their entry options before diving into the Indian market.
India’s Ease of Doing Business to be Improved with New Companies Amendment Act
India’s Companies Amendment Act of 2015, effective May 26, updates the previous 2013 amendment with new provisions designed to improve the ease of doing business. It addresses issues such as incorporation, corporate governance and management of subsidiaries, and demonstrates that the government is committed to making the law more responsive to the foreign investment community.
India Regulatory Brief: ITR Form Simplified, Filing Date Extended to August 31
This week, we examine the new ITR form and filing date, black money amnesty plans and an increase in FDI for India.
India Regulatory Brief: Online PAN Database, Medical Devices Regulator Forthcoming
This week, we examine plans for an online PAN database for taxpayers and a medical devices regulatory body as well as a power tariff hike in Delhi.
