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How Foreign Companies in India Can Manage Compliance Risks Effectively
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India’s Defense Manufacturing Sector: Policy Support, Top Exports, Key Firms
India's defense manufacturing sector is poised for growth with the government's push for domestic production, FDI relaxations, and reforms. We discuss key sector policies, including defense procurement norms, and top defense export markets.
Registering a Pharmaceutical Company in India: How to Obtain CDSCO & Drug License Approvals
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MoSPI Projects 7.4% GDP Growth for India in FY 2025-26: Sector Analysis and Investment Outlook
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Why German CEOs Are Betting on India: The India-EU FTA Opportunity
Jan 13India and Germany are strengthening their economic partnership as India nears the conclusion of an FTA with the European Union. The India-EU FTA, upon finalization, is expected to open new market opportunities, positioning Germany as a key beneficiary within the EU.
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Dezan Shira & Associates Releases Asia Manufacturing Index 2026 Amid Intensifying Competition
Economy & Trade Jan 12The Asia Manufacturing Index 2026 reveals a more competitive regional landscape, with China leading and Malaysia rising to second place. Enhanced features provide deeper insights for strategic manufacturing and supply chain planning.
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Strategic Upgrade in India-Oman Economic Ties
Economy & Trade Jan 12The India-Oman CEPA represents a major milestone in bilateral trade and investment relations. It provides a unified framework for deeper market access, regulatory alignment, and sustainable economic growth.
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How India's Latin America Expansion Creates New Opportunities for Businesses
Economy & Trade Jan 09As global trade patterns evolve, India is intensifying its outreach to Latin America to diversify export markets and secure critical resources. Rising trade volumes, active FTA and CEPA negotiations, and growing two-way investment signal a structural shift in economic ties, creating new opportunities for manufacturers, exporters, and investors.
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MoSPI Projects 7.4% GDP Growth for India in FY 2025-26: Sector Analysis and Investment Outlook
Economy & Trade Jan 08India is set to remain one of the world’s fastest-growing major economies, with real GDP growth projected at 7.4 percent in FY 2025–26. Strong domestic consumption, sustained capital investment, and robust services growth continue to underpin a favorable environment for long-term business expansion and investment planning.
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Regulatory Standards When Selling to the Indian Market
Published: October 2025
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Tapping into India’s Tier 2 and Tier 3 Cities: A Practical Playbook for Foreign Investors
Published: August 2025India’s Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities are fast emerging as the engines of the country’s next growth w...
Tax & Accounting
An Introduction to Doing Business in India 2026 - New Publication Out Now
Jan 07The 2026 edition of 'An Introduction to Doing Business in India' provides practical insights for foreign firms and investors navigating India’s fast-evolving market, covering key policy developments and essential legal and operational areas such as company incorporation, taxation, audit, and HR and payroll.
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Claiming DTAA Benefits in India: What Every NRI Must Know to Reduce Tax Liability
Tax & Accounting Dec 29Learn how India’s Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement (DTAA) framework enables non-resident Indians (NRIs) to reduce tax exposure, minimize excess TDS, and avoid double taxation, along with the required documentation and compliance steps.
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India-France Tax Treaty Update Favors Long-Term Investors, Expands Capital Gains Rights
Tax & Accounting Dec 15India and France have agreed to revise their bilateral tax treaty. The proposed changes include differentiated dividend withholding rates based on shareholding thresholds, narrowing the scope of taxation on technical service fees, etc.
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Bank Account Freeze Under GST: Legal Remedies and Business Continuity Steps
Tax & Accounting Dec 03Understand when and why Goods and Services Tax (GST) authorities freeze bank accounts, the legal process under Section 83 of the CGST Act, 2017, and how companies can manage risks and respond effectively.
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Forensic Accounting in India: Fraud Prevention and Risk Management for Businesses
Tax & Accounting Nov 27Discover how forensic accounting can protect businesses from financial and cyber risks, strengthen governance, and support strategic due diligence in India.
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The Corporate Taxation and Compliance Regime in India
Published: April 2025Discover India’s evolving corporate tax landscape in this essential guide. Covering income tax rat... -
Navigating India’s Export-Import Landscape: Customs, Trading, and Industrial Clusters
Published: November 2024In this edition of India Briefing Magazine, we explore India’s evolving trade landscape, focusing ...
Legal & Regulatory
An Introduction to Doing Business in India 2026 - New Publication Out Now
Jan 07The 2026 edition of 'An Introduction to Doing Business in India' provides practical insights for foreign firms and investors navigating India’s fast-evolving market, covering key policy developments and essential legal and operational areas such as company incorporation, taxation, audit, and HR and payroll.
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Company Director KYC Simplified: India Moves to Three-Year Filing from March 31, 2026
Legal & Regulatory Jan 02The Ministry of Corporate Affairs has streamlined director KYC requirements under the Companies Act, 2013, replacing annual filings with a three-yearly KYC cycle. The latest regulatory norms will come into effect from March 31, 2026.
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How India’s New Labor Codes Will Reshape M&A Transactions in 2026
Legal & Regulatory Jan 02India’s four new labor codes, notified on November 21, 2025, are going to influence mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activities in India in FY 2026-27 by turning workforce compliance into a core financial and deal-structuring issue.
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India Releases Labor Code Draft Rules; Stakeholder Feedback Begins Dec. 31, 2025
Legal & Regulatory Dec 31India’s central government has issued draft rules for all four labor codes and invited public comments from December 31, 2025, to February 14, 2026. Once finalized, the rules are expected to be implemented in phases across states.
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Virtual PE Risk: The OECD's 2025 Guidance and India's Position
Legal & Regulatory Dec 30The rise of remote work is challenging traditional PE rules based on physical presence. Businesses assessing potential virtual PE presence in India must consider the OECD’s 2025 guidance, India’s virtual PE debate and key judicial rulings.
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Regulatory Standards When Selling to the Indian Market
Published: October 2025Expanding into India requires strong regulatory readiness. Understand product certification, BIS/FSS... -
The Corporate Taxation and Compliance Regime in India
Published: April 2025Discover India’s evolving corporate tax landscape in this essential guide. Covering income tax rat...
Industries
India's Semiconductor Sector: Tracking Government Support and Investment Trends
Jan 08India is fast-tracking its semiconductor drive in 2025 through key investments and global tie-ups, including the latest collaboration between Tata Electronics and Bosch, announced on July 17, 2025.
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An Introduction to Doing Business in India 2026 - New Publication Out Now
Industries Jan 07The 2026 edition of 'An Introduction to Doing Business in India' provides practical insights for foreign firms and investors navigating India’s fast-evolving market, covering key policy developments and essential legal and operational areas such as company incorporation, taxation, audit, and HR and payroll.
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Inside India's US$4.9 Billion Strategy to Build a Competitive Shipbuilding Industry
Industries Jan 06India has released operational guidelines for two new shipbuilding schemes, SBFAS and SbDS, with a combined outlay of approximately US$4.9 billion, outlining financial incentives, infrastructure support, and policy measures aimed at strengthening its shipbuilding sector.
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India Advances Electronics Manufacturing with INR 418.63 Billion Investment in New ECMS Approvals
Industries Jan 05India has approved 22 new proposals under the third tranche of the Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS). We assess investment implications.
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India's Textile PLI Scheme: Extended Window Offers Fresh Entry Opportunity
Industries Jan 05India has extended the application window for the Textile PLI Scheme to March 31, 2026. Businesses in the textile sector should act quickly to secure incentives for scaling production and strengthening export competitiveness.
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Regulatory Standards When Selling to the Indian Market
Published: October 2025Expanding into India requires strong regulatory readiness. Understand product certification, BIS/FSS... -
Tapping into India’s Tier 2 and Tier 3 Cities: A Practical Playbook for Foreign Investors
Published: August 2025India’s Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities are fast emerging as the engines of the country’s next growth w...
HR & Payroll
An Introduction to Doing Business in India 2026 - New Publication Out Now
Jan 07The 2026 edition of 'An Introduction to Doing Business in India' provides practical insights for foreign firms and investors navigating India’s fast-evolving market, covering key policy developments and essential legal and operational areas such as company incorporation, taxation, audit, and HR and payroll.
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How India’s New Labor Codes Will Reshape M&A Transactions in 2026
HR & Payroll Jan 02India’s four new labor codes, notified on November 21, 2025, are going to influence mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activities in India in FY 2026-27 by turning workforce compliance into a core financial and deal-structuring issue.
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India Releases Labor Code Draft Rules; Stakeholder Feedback Begins Dec. 31, 2025
HR & Payroll Dec 31India’s central government has issued draft rules for all four labor codes and invited public comments from December 31, 2025, to February 14, 2026. Once finalized, the rules are expected to be implemented in phases across states.
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How India's New e-B-4 Visa Solves Your Foreign Talent Challenges
HR & Payroll Dec 18India’s new e-B-4 Visa has replaced the e-PLI visa, introducing a streamlined digital sponsorship framework for Indian companies engaging foreign expertise. We outline the policy changes, application process, and strategic implications.
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India Streamlines Business Visa Approval for Chinese Professionals to 4 Weeks
HR & Payroll Dec 16India has eased business visa procedures for Chinese professionals, reducing processing times to under four weeks. The move indicates a strategic recalibration by India to support its manufacturing growth and stabilize cross-border supply chains.
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The Corporate Taxation and Compliance Regime in India
Published: April 2025Discover India’s evolving corporate tax landscape in this essential guide. Covering income tax rat... -
Optimizing Returns: Strategies for Success in India's Service Sector
Published: September 2024India's service sector is a dynamic driver of economic growth and a key destination for foreign dire...
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