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| | | | India’s Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has expanded fast-track merger eligibility with its September 4, 2025, notification, raising the debt limit for unlisted firms to INR 20 billion and easing mergers & acquisitions approvals outside the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) to support growth-stage companies. | | | | | Registering a pharmaceutical company in India requires careful planning and compliance with both national and state-level regulations. This guide covers matters related to incorporation, regulatory bodies and government approvals, documentation, and renewals—offering investors in the pharmaceuticals industry a clear roadmap to enter the Indian market. | | | | | GST reforms in India, effective September 22, 2025, simplify tax rates, cut costs in key sectors, improve input tax credit flows, and enhance ROI. Explore key takeaways for foreign investors, from demand growth and compliance clarity to sector-specific opportunities. | | | | | Effective September 22, 2025, India has revised its GST rates, introducing key compliance changes for foreign investors. The updates impact input tax credit (ITC) rules, import duties, refund processes, and GSTAT reforms—carrying important implications for invoicing, imports, and overall compliance systems of multinational businesses in India. | | | | | In 2025, India stood out as a top global market for hiring intent, driven by expansion, digital transformation, and strong demand in energy, finance, IT, and communication services. Despite automation and changing market dynamics, traditional industries and the gig economy continue to provide large-scale employment. | | | | | Indian companies and investors are increasingly turning to the Middle East—particularly the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, and Bahrain. The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) markets combine geographic proximity and strong diaspora ties with rapid economic reforms, creating new opportunities for Indian investment. |
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