Other Briefings
Growth of Digital Payment Systems in India
Given the ongoing rapid spread of internet connectivity and smartphone usage in India, the country’s digital payments industry has become more attractive for investors. This article illustrates the major factors shaping the online cash and payments sector in India.
India’s Retail Sector: Challenges and Opportunities for Foreign Investors
India’s regulatory framework on foreign direct investment in retail is one of the most complex in the world. In this article we offer advice on how best to navigate these regulations and access India’s dynamic consumer market.
Startups in India: New Business Relaxations, Eligibility Criteria Announced
Startups in India will now benefit from more relaxations under the Companies Act, 2013 – a move that will reduce compliance requirements and allow for operational flexibility. This article discusses the new changes, and the latest definition of startups in India as recognized by the government.
Farmer Unrest in India: Weak Infrastructure and Vulnerable Supply Chains
India’s farmer strikes last month crippled shipments of foodstuff to major Indian cities. In this article, we explain what led to the massive labor unrest, persistent problems in India’s food supply chains, and how foreign companies in the food retail sector can safeguard against such contingencies.
Beef Ban in India: Repercussions for Meat, Leather, and Dairy Industries
The Indian federal government’s new ‘beef ban’ is producing anxiety in three large industries: meat, leather, and dairy. In this article, we explain the new Livestock Market Rules, 2017 and its repercussions for the industries that rely on buffalo.
The RERA Act – An Explainer
India’s ambitious Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016 (RERA) came into force May 1, 2017. In this article, we highlight the Act’s major rules and discuss its implications for key stakeholders as well as the challenges in its implementation under respective state governments.
Investing in India’s Kochi – A Port City and Emerging IT Hub
Kochi is an established port city and the largest cosmopolitan metropolis in the southwestern state of Kerala in India. Here, we briefly discuss the city’s importance as an investment destination, including its access to port and trans-shipment facilities and its IT infrastructure.
The Food Processing Industry in India: Investment Prospects
The food processing industry in India has gained prominence in recent years due to various factors. In this article, we highlight the key trends, growth drivers, and current challenges facing the industry, as well as important government policy initiatives targeting greater foreign investment into the sector.
