India’s 2018 Union Budget: Elections Focus behind Broad-brush Vision
While some foreign observers have overlooked India’s federal budget this year, it takes on increased importance ahead of the election fight in eight states this year, and the general elections next year.
Partnering with Indian Startups – New Opportunities for Foreign Investors
India’s startup ecosystem is quickly maturing as new companies adapt technological solutions to local challenges and emerging markets.
Doing Business in Bengaluru: India’s IT, Startups Hub
Bengaluru, formerly called Bangalore is known as the Silicon Valley of India. Here we briefly profile the city, and provide key information for expatriates looking to work and live in Bengaluru.
Israel Investment in India
Israeli investors are taking notice of Digital India as companies work to localize their products for new markets.
India Russia Trade Up 19 percent, Tariff Elimination on the Way
By Dezan Shira & Associates Following meetings with Indian trade officials in the capital Delhi, Russian Deputy Economic Development Minister Alexy Gruzdev stated that the two countries have approved the creation of a mechanism that will eliminate existing limits and barriers in bilateral trade. Gruzdev was summing up the conclusions of the meeting of the co-chairs of the Indo-Russian intergovernmental commission on trade, economic, […]
India Implements WTO’s TFA – Boost to Trade Linkages, Ease of Doing Business
India has released a 76 point National Trade Facilitation Action Plan (NTFAP), under the WTO’s Trade Facilitation Agreement (TFA). This article discusses how the TFA will ease doing business in India, reduce trading costs, and boost exports and imports.
Italian Investment into India
In the 2015 financial year, Italian companies invested US$334.7 million into India. In this article, we explain how India’s tier II cities are attracting Italian manufacturers, and highlight the active role Italy can play in India’s “Smart Cities” initiative.
Demonetization in India: Masterstroke or Gross Miscalculation?
Last year, India’s federal government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the demonetization of high value currency. Here we take stock of the policy’s genesis and its major outcomes.