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India-UK FTA Finalized After Three Years of Negotiations

Economy & Trade

The India–UK FTA, finalized on May 6, 2025, targets implementation in the next 15 months, aiming to enhance trade, reduce tariffs on 90 percent of goods, improve market access, and create jobs in both countries.

Economy & Trade

India's FTA Network: Updates in 2025

India Briefing shares the latest 2025 update on India's free trade agreements (FTA). As of May 2, India and the EU aim to conclude FTA talks by the end of 2025, with the next negotiation round set for May 12–16 in New Delhi.

Economy & Trade

100 Days of Trump 2.0: India's Tariff and Trade Navigations So Far

India Briefing explores Trump’s second presidential term and its impact on India’s efforts to secure tariff relief and a trade deal with the US amid changing global trade dynamics.

Human Resources & Payroll

Key Considerations for Expatriates in India: Jobs, Location Costs, and Tax

We discuss some of the tax, HR, and payroll considerations for expatriates when choosing to relocate to India for work or other purposes.

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India-UK FTA Finalized After Three Years of Negotiations

May 09

The India–UK FTA, finalized on May 6, 2025, targets implementation in the next 15 months, aiming to enhance trade, reduce tariffs on 90 percent of goods, improve market access, and create jobs in both countries.

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Tax & Accounting

Tax & Accounting

A Guide to India’s TDS Rates for FY 2025-26

Apr 23

We explore India's updated tax deducted at source (TDS) rates and threshold changes for FY 2025–26 as per the Finance Act 2025, including detailed section-wise rates, compliance updates, and key tax reforms.

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Legal & Regulatory

Legal & Regulatory

India’s Competition Authority Rolls Out 2025 Cost Regulations Norms

May 09

The Competition Commission of India enacts new cost assessment rules under the 2025 regulations to tackle predatory pricing and deep discounting, marking a shift toward sector-neutral oversight.

  • India Simplifies Air Cargo Imports and Waives Transshipment Fees

    Legal & Regulatory Apr 28

    India has introduced key trade facilitation measures, including simplified procedures for the temporary import of air cargo containers, waiver of transshipment permit fees, and online filing of transshipment applications.

  • India's CBIC Notifies GST Appellate Tribunal (Procedure) Rules, 2025

    Legal & Regulatory Apr 25

    India has introduced the GST Appellate Tribunal (Procedure) Rules, 2025—an extensive framework defining the tribunal’s operations, including procedures for filing, processing, and resolving GST-related appeals in the country.

  • CBIC Issues New Guidelines to Simplify GST Registration Process

    Legal & Regulatory Apr 21

    India's Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has issued new GST registration guidelines mandating strict adherence to prescribed document norms, streamlining the process for genuine applicants and startups.

  • Import and Export Procedures in India

    Legal & Regulatory Apr 11

    Businesses planning to import or export from India must understand the stages involved in the process, the regulatory framework, and documentation required.

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Industries

Industries

India’s Pet Care Economy 2025: Market Trends, Key Players, and Growth Opportunities

May 05

Explore India’s booming pet care industry, projected to hit US$25.03 billion by 2032, with insights on key trends, top players, and emerging opportunities fueling growth across the sector.

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HR & Payroll

HR & Payroll

India-UK FTA Finalized After Three Years of Negotiations

May 09

The India–UK FTA, finalized on May 6, 2025, targets implementation in the next 15 months, aiming to enhance trade, reduce tariffs on 90 percent of goods, improve market access, and create jobs in both countries.

Publications

 

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