Other Briefings
Gujarat Updates Labor Rules for Shops & Commercial Establishments
Gujarat’s Shops & Establishments amendments, notified on December 16, 2025, introduce key labor compliance changes, including higher applicability thresholds, extended working and overtime limits, and regulated night-shift employment for women.
An Introduction to Doing Business in India 2026 – New Publication Out Now
The 2026 edition of ‘An Introduction to Doing Business in India’ provides practical insights for foreign firms and investors navigating India’s fast-evolving market, covering key policy developments and essential legal and operational areas such as company incorporation, taxation, audit, and HR and payroll.
How India’s New Labor Codes Will Reshape M&A Transactions in 2026
India’s four new labor codes, notified on November 21, 2025, are going to influence mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activities in India in FY 2026-27 by turning workforce compliance into a core financial and deal-structuring issue.
India Releases Labor Code Draft Rules; Stakeholder Feedback Begins Dec. 31, 2025
India’s central government has issued draft rules for all four labor codes and invited public comments from December 31, 2025, to February 14, 2026. Once finalized, the rules are expected to be implemented in phases across states.
How India’s New e-B-4 Visa Solves Your Foreign Talent Challenges
India’s new e-B-4 Visa has replaced the e-PLI visa, introducing a streamlined digital sponsorship framework for Indian companies engaging foreign expertise. We outline the policy changes, application process, and strategic implications.
India Streamlines Business Visa Approval for Chinese Professionals to 4 Weeks
India has eased business visa procedures for Chinese professionals, reducing processing times to under four weeks. The move indicates a strategic recalibration by India to support its manufacturing growth and stabilize cross-border supply chains.
How to Navigate Cultural Differences in India to Succeed in Your Business Journey
Learn how businesses can navigate cultural differences in India with practical insights on leadership, communication, hierarchy, and relationship-building. A guide for global executives entering the Indian market.
Decoding Penalties Under India’s Unified Labor Framework: Wage, Safety, & Social Security Violations
Learn how India’s four new labor codes overhaul the penalties and offense regime with fewer criminal provisions, digital enforcement, structured compounding, and clearer employer responsibilities across wages, safety, industrial relations, and social security.
