Other Briefings
Securities and Exchange Board of India Granted More Powers to Protect Investors
On Tuesday, the Securities Laws (Amendment) Bill 2014 was passed by the Rajya Sabha, India’s upper house, after being passed by the Lok Sabha, the lower house, last week.
India’s Whiskey Brands Report Good Times Ahead for Industry
India’s thirst for whiskey continues to grow as local firms charted some of the largest growths worldwide in 2013, according to a recent report.
India Forges Closer Regional Ties Amidst Growing Influence of China
On Sunday, Modi became the first foreign head of government to address the Himalayan nation’s parliament since 1990. This comes at a time when the Modi government is striking a careful three-way balance between India’s foreign policy interests in respect to China, the West and its South Asian neighbors.
India Promotes Port Development as Cargo Traffic Increases
India’s 12 major ports are expected to double their annual cargo handling capacity to 1,600 million tonnes within the next five years, according to Union Shipping Minister Nitin Gadkari.
Tax, Accounting, and Audit in India 2014-2015
Tax, Accounting, and Audit in India 2014-2015, which is out now and available for download in the Asia Briefing Bookstore, offers a comprehensive overview of the major taxes foreign investors are likely to encounter when establishing or operating a business in India as well as other tax-relevant obligations.
India Strengthening Economic Ties with Israel
The Modi government’s decision to remain neutral in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas is being interpreted by some analysts as a clear signal of strengthening Israeli-Indian economic ties.
India Mulls Scrapping 30 Percent Domestic Sourcing Requirement
India’s Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion is reportedly considering scrapping the 30 percent domestic sourcing requirement in single-brand retail.
India to Delay Decision on GAAR Implementation
India’s implementation of the General Anti-Avoidance Rules will be delayed until next year, according to Revenue Secretary Shaktikanta Das.
