Other BriefingsIndia Opens PLI Applications for Bulk Drug Manufacturing till December 26, 2025
India has launched a fresh round of production-linked incentive (PLI) applications for essential APIs such as meropenem and ritonavir to boost bulk drug manufacturing capacity. Eligible companies can apply from November 27 to December 26, 2025.
India’s Rise as a Global CDMO Powerhouse
India's Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) market is set to grow from US$15.63 billion in 2023 to US$44.63 billion by 2029. We discuss some of the key drivers behind this expansion.
Registering a Pharmaceutical Company in India: How to Obtain CDSCO & Drug License Approvals
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.
India Hikes PLI Budget for FY2025-26 to Boost Growth in Key Sectors
India's central government has increased the PLI budget for FY 2025-26, enhancing allocations for key sectors such as automobiles, IT electronics, and textiles.
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India Opens PLI Applications for Bulk Drug Manufacturing till December 26, 2025
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India Overtime Regulations under OSH Code 2020: What Employers Must Know
Human Resources & Payroll Dec 04 -
Bank Account Freeze Under GST: Legal Remedies and Business Continuity Steps
Tax & Accounting Dec 04 -
Social Security Code 2020: Universal Coverage, Reporting Digitized
Human Resources & Payroll Dec 03 -
India’s Code on Wages, 2019: What Employers Need to Know
Human Resources & Payroll Dec 03
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Economy & Trade
India Expands Export Controls with New SCOMET Category 7 for Emerging Technologies
Nov 28India has amended its SCOMET (Special Chemicals, Organisms, Materials, Equipment, and Technologies) list with a new Category 7, introducing export controls on advanced semiconductors, quantum tech, cryogenic systems, and related software.
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India-Cyprus Relations: Strategic Partnership and Economic Roadmap 2025–2029
Economy & Trade Nov 25India and Cyprus advance their comprehensive partnership through strengthened defense ties, growing trade links, and a forward-looking Joint Action Plan for 2025–29.
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How India–US Trade Is Shifting: State-Level Export Patterns, HS Codes, and Strategic Opportunities
Economy & Trade Nov 18Explore top US states exporting to India, India’s major exports to the US, HS-code trends, and strategic sector opportunities.
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India’s Services Sector Performance and Contribution to GDP in 2025: An Overview
Economy & Trade Nov 11India’s services sector is entering a new phase of innovation-led growth, driven by rapid advances in technology, finance, and digital infrastructure. Businesses and investors should focus on high-value, export-oriented service models.
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India's Per Capita Income Growth: 2024-25 Analysis
Economy & Trade Nov 07India’s per capita income is set to double by 2030, transforming the country into an aspiration-driven consumer economy. Explore how rising incomes, rural participation, and premiumization trends are reshaping business prospects across FMCG, retail, and services.
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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
Bank Account Freeze Under GST: Legal Remedies and Business Continuity Steps
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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How Global Companies Leverage Offshore Accounting for Scale & Speed
Tax & Accounting Nov 10Discover how global companies leverage offshore accounting to reduce costs, enhance compliance, and accelerate financial transformation.
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Why India is Becoming the Offshore Accounting Hub for Global CPA Firms
Tax & Accounting Nov 03We explain why India – the world’s most established BPM/BPO market – has emerged as a preferred destination for offshore accounting.
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Understanding India’s New HSN Code Guidebook 2025
Tax & Accounting Oct 28India’s HSN Code Guidebook (2025) introduces a unified product classification framework under GST 2.0 and Customs, mapping approximately 12,000 HSN codes to align with internal customs standards and enhance trade compliance.
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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
India Overtime Regulations under OSH Code 2020: What Employers Must Know
Dec 04Understand India’s overtime regulations under the Occupational Safety, Health, and Working Conditions (OSHWC) Code 2020, covering legal mandates for double wages, updated work hour rules, and state-specific overtime guidelines.
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Social Security Code 2020: Universal Coverage, Reporting Digitized
Legal & Regulatory Dec 03India’s Social Security Code 2020 expands EPF and ESIC coverage and extends social protection to gig & platform workers. For employers and investors, this is a major compliance reset with simplified processes, lower penalties, and a digital-first regulatory environment.
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India’s Code on Wages, 2019: What Employers Need to Know
Legal & Regulatory Dec 02Learn how India’s Code on Wages, 2019, streamlines wage compliance through universal minimum wages, a unified “wages” definition, and stricter payment rules, delivering a more predictable labor framework for CEOs, investors, and employers.
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Karnataka Menstrual Leave Order: Introduction of Mandatory Paid Leave for Women Employees
Legal & Regulatory Dec 02Beginning November 12, 2025, Karnataka will require employers to provide women employees with one paid menstrual leave day per month, strengthening workplace welfare standards and adding new compliance and HR obligations for businesses.
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India Amends TCS Rules, 2025 with New Authentication Standards for Messaging Platforms
Legal & Regulatory Dec 01Under the Telecommunication Cyber Security (TCS) Amendment Rules, 2025, messaging app platforms in India are now required to implement SIM-linked authentication.
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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 Opens PLI Applications for Bulk Drug Manufacturing till December 26, 2025
Dec 05India has launched a fresh round of production-linked incentive (PLI) applications for essential APIs such as meropenem and ritonavir to boost bulk drug manufacturing capacity. Eligible companies can apply from November 27 to December 26, 2025.
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India Manufacturing Tracker 2025
Industries Dec 01Introducing 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.
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India Expands Electronics Manufacturing Push with Second ECMS Approval Round
Industries Nov 20On November 17, 2025, India announced the second Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS) tranche with 17 new projects worth INR 71.72 billion, supporting high-value component production within the country.
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India's Design-Linked Scheme for the Semiconductor Sector: How Businesses Can Maximize Benefits
Industries Nov 19India’s DLI Scheme supports semiconductor startups and MSMEs by lowering design costs, enabling faster commercialization, and building IP-led growth. The program offers businesses a clear pathway to compete in high-value global semiconductor markets.
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India's Semiconductor Sector: Tracking Government Support and Investment Trends
Industries Nov 19India 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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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
India Overtime Regulations under OSH Code 2020: What Employers Must Know
Dec 04Understand India’s overtime regulations under the Occupational Safety, Health, and Working Conditions (OSHWC) Code 2020, covering legal mandates for double wages, updated work hour rules, and state-specific overtime guidelines.
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Social Security Code 2020: Universal Coverage, Reporting Digitized
HR & Payroll Dec 03India’s Social Security Code 2020 expands EPF and ESIC coverage and extends social protection to gig & platform workers. For employers and investors, this is a major compliance reset with simplified processes, lower penalties, and a digital-first regulatory environment.
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India’s Code on Wages, 2019: What Employers Need to Know
HR & Payroll Dec 02Learn how India’s Code on Wages, 2019, streamlines wage compliance through universal minimum wages, a unified “wages” definition, and stricter payment rules, delivering a more predictable labor framework for CEOs, investors, and employers.
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Karnataka Menstrual Leave Order: Introduction of Mandatory Paid Leave for Women Employees
HR & Payroll Dec 02Beginning November 12, 2025, Karnataka will require employers to provide women employees with one paid menstrual leave day per month, strengthening workplace welfare standards and adding new compliance and HR obligations for businesses.
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Kerala Introduces India's First Right to Disconnect Legislation: All You Need to Know
HR & Payroll Nov 26Kerala’s Right to Disconnect Bill, 2025, introduces clear rules on after-hours work communication, employee rights, and workplace accountability, marking a major step in India’s evolving labor reforms.
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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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