TOP STORIES THIS WEEK:

Flipkart’s Dark Pattern Self-Audit: What it Means for Businesses in India

The 2023 Guidelines for Prevention and Regulation of Dark Patterns, issued under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019, ban deceptive UI/UX design tactics that mislead or manipulate users into unintended actions. They identify 13 prohibited dark patterns, and Flipkart’s recent self-audit illustrates how these rules are driving greater accountability and transparency in India’s e-commerce sector.

GST 2.0: How India’s New HSN and SAC Code Structure Transforms Tax Compliance for Businesses

India’s GST 2.0 ushers in a major tax overhaul, revising Harmonized System of Nomenclature (HSN) and Service Accounting Codes (SAC) codes to simplify compliance. Businesses must realign systems, classifications, and input tax credit (ITC) claims for efficiency.

An Investor's Guide to Solar Manufacturing in India

Foreign firms investing in solar manufacturing in India gain from production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme, customs duties, and rising export demand as the country advances toward 500 GW renewable energy capacity by 2030.

What is GST Migration and Why it Matters for Businesses?

GST 2.0 marks a major upgrade in India’s indirect tax system, simplifying registration, invoicing, and ITC reconciliation through digital integration. Foreign businesses and multi-state operators should migrate promptly to ensure compliance and safeguard credits.

How Cultural Factors Can Impact Foreign Business Success in India

Foreign companies often fail in India due to cultural missteps. Discover key factors and strategies to align leadership, talent, and products with local realities.

COMPLIMENTARY BUSINESS RESOURCES:

Vietnam’s Evolving Tax Regime: Compliance with New CIT, VAT, and Invoicing Rules

Vietnam is fast-tracking major tax reforms to align with global standards and adapt to rapid market shifts. Key changes in 2025 include a new Corporate Income Tax (CIT) Law, amended Value Added Tax (VAT) regulations, and updated invoicing rules – each reshaping the country’s compliance landscape. Vietnam’s Evolving Tax Regime: Compliance with New CIT, VAT, and Invoicing Rules provides practical guidance for CFOs, tax leaders, and foreign investors navigating these reforms.

Customs and Trade Strategy in Indonesia: An Investor's Guide

This magazine provides a strategic outlook on turning Indonesia’s import and export systems into competitive tools - reducing costs, unlocking preferential rates, and positioning Indonesia as a launchpad for ASEAN growth.

UPCOMING EVENTS FOR ASIA:

Decoding India’s Goods and Services Tax 2.0: What it Means for Your Business

Webinar | Friday, October 17, 2025 | 2:30 PM India / 4:00 PM Vietnam / 5:00 PM China

Unlocking ASEAN Advantage: Growth Strategies for Australian Businesses

Webinar | Wednesday, October 15, 2025 | 3:00 PM Sydney / 12:00 PM Singapore / 11:00 AM Vietnam

Timor-Leste: Unlocking Opportunities in Asia’s Youngest Nation

Thursday, October 16, 2025 | 4:00 PM Singapore / 3:00 PM ICT / 5:00 PM Sydney / 10:00 AM CET