From April 1, 2025, India’s GST compliance will see major changes, including mandatory multi-factor authentication (MFA), stricter e-way bill (EWB) rules, mandatory Input Service Distributor (ISD) registration, and a lower e-invoicing threshold.
India has implemented revisions to Form 3CD, effective from April 1, 2025, requiring businesses and tax professionals to adhere to enhanced disclosure requirements under the updated tax audit regulations.
We discuss key compliance risks that foreign companies in India face and strategies to manage them effectively.
From April 1, 2025, India will require mandatory ISD registration under GST to ensure accurate tax credit distribution and compliance. India Briefing explores the key changes and their potential impact on businesses in the country.
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Australia’s new roadmap, unveiled in 2025, aims to strengthen trade and investment ties with India by focusing on high-potential sectors, promising economic growth and enhanced collaboration.
India and Singapore are deepening their bilateral partnership, highlighted by the Green Digital Shipping Corridor agreement signed on March 25, 2025, to drive decarbonization and technological advancement in the maritime sector.
India is pushing for an exemption from US tariffs on steel and aluminum exports as trade officials meet for negotiations. With rising trade barriers, the move aims to protect India's metal industry.
India’s new CAROTAR Rules require Proof of Origin instead of traditional certificates. Understand the compliance impact, documentation updates, and industry concerns.
Foreign Tax Credit (FTC) can be claimed in India through Form 67. We provide you with details on eligibility, filing steps, and best practices to ensure compliance and maximize tax benefits.
India has implemented revisions to Form 3CD, effective from April 1, 2025, requiring businesses and tax professionals to adhere to enhanced disclosure requirements under the updated tax audit regulations.
From April 1, 2025, India’s GST compliance will see major changes, including mandatory multi-factor authentication (MFA), stricter e-way bill (EWB) rules, mandatory Input Service Distributor (ISD) registration, and a lower e-invoicing threshold.
From April 1, 2025, India will require mandatory ISD registration under GST to ensure accurate tax credit distribution and compliance. India Briefing explores the key changes and their potential impact on businesses in the country.
India's CBDT is inviting public feedback on the proposed Income Tax Bill, 2025, aimed at modernizing the country's tax system. A dedicated feedback link is now live on the Income Tax Department’s e-filing portal since March 8, 2025.
From April 1, 2025, India will require mandatory ISD registration under GST to ensure accurate tax credit distribution and compliance. India Briefing explores the key changes and their potential impact on businesses in the country.
India’s new CAROTAR Rules require Proof of Origin instead of traditional certificates. Understand the compliance impact, documentation updates, and industry concerns.
India's Immigration and Foreigners Bill 2025 introduces major immigration reforms to boost ease of doing business, attract foreign investment, streamline visa processes, and enhance digital immigration management systems.
India is assessing stakeholder feedback on its Draft Digital Competition Bill, underscoring its aim to establish balanced legislation and equitable digital market practices.
India updates passport rules in 2025 with stricter documentation, digital upgrades, and privacy enhancements for individuals and businesses.
On March 28, 2025, India launched a INR 229.19 billion (US$2.68 billion) Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme to boost the domestic manufacturing of passive electronics, with a six-year implementation plan.
Introducing the India Manufacturing Tracker 2025 by India Briefing—your go-to source for real-time updates on the country's industrial production, emerging trends, and key sector insights.
We track India's efforts to facilitate foreign investment into its indigenous semiconductor industry (developing fabs. chip design, ATMP).
India's venture capital market rebounded in 2024, hitting US$13.7 billion in funding, led by rapid growth in the quick commerce sector.
India Briefing explores the economic impact of India's service sector as its PMI climbs to 59.0 in February 2025, driven by rising domestic and international demand.
We answer some frequently asked questions foreign hiring managers may have regarding the minimum wage in India. In January 2025, Meghalaya became the latest region to revise the minimum wages of all categories of workers in the state.
India’s tech sector is witnessing a major workforce hiring shift in 2025, led by the rise of GCCs, changing business models, and AI adoption.
India has introduced a tax relief measure for highly skilled foreign engineers, tech experts, and support teams. This new policy will allow companies to bring in specialists, including those from China, for short-term assignments.
We discuss how domestic and foreign companies operating in India can strengthen their employee retention by tapping into diverse retirement plans that provide the workforce with long-term financial security and optimize tax efficiency.
India's Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) Act and its corresponding Rules require a mandatory annual report to be submitted by the employer to the District Officer and is also part of reporting obligations to the Registrar of Companies.
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