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Economy & Trade
Maharashtra Leads FDI Inflows in India in Q1 of FY2024-25
Sep 09India's FDI surged 47.8% to US$16.17 billion in Q1 of FY24-25, driven by increased inflows in services, telecom, computers, & pharmaceuticals. Maharashtra was the top recipient state during this period, with Karnataka a far second.
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India and Singapore Eye Future Growth in Semiconductors
Economy & Trade Sep 05India and Singapore have signed 4 MoUs, including an agreement to partner and cooperate in the field of semiconductor ecosystems.
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India-Greece Bilateral Trade and Investment
Economy & Trade Sep 05India and Greece now enjoy a 'strategic partnership' and hope to quadruple trade by 2030. We discuss scope for investment opportunities.
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India and the Netherlands: Trade and Investment Profile
Economy & Trade Sep 04India has emerged as a key trade and investment partner for the Netherlands, with numerous partnerships formed with Dutch companies. We profile trade trends and sector-wise commercial and investment prospects.
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India and Poland Upgrade Bilateral Relations to ‘Strategic Partnership’
Economy & Trade Aug 26India and Poland have established a 5-year Action Plan to boost trade, investment, and R&D collaboration across various sectors. The plan also aims to improve political dialogue, facilitate the movement of skilled workers, and strengthen diplomatic ties.
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An Introduction to Doing Business in India 2024
Published: December 2023
An Introduction to Doing Business in India 2024 highlights the country's robust economic growth, wit... -
Where to Invest in India: Analyzing Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Tamil Nadu’s Business Environment
Published: November 2023Navigating the dynamic investment environment in India, with its diverse 28 states and 8 union terri...
Tax & Accounting
Capital Gains Tax in India: An Explainer
Aug 07In India, any profit or gain arising from the sale of a capital asset is deemed as capital gains and is charged to tax under the Income-tax Act, 1961. We discuss the latest changes to taxation of capital gains introduced under the Union Budget 2024.
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Tax Dispute Resolution Scheme for Contractors in Government Procurement in India
Tax & Accounting Aug 06The Vivad se Vishwas, or VsV scheme, aims to reduce tax litigation in India by offering a simple, efficient mechanism for taxpayers to settle their disputes with tax authorities.
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Effectiveness of Advance Pricing Agreements in India’s Complex Transfer Pricing Environment
Tax & Accounting Aug 06We discuss India's advance pricing agreement (APA) program, their sector-wise distribution, and usefulness amid a complex transfer pricing regime.
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Old vs New Tax Regime in India: How to Choose the Right Tax Option
Tax & Accounting Jul 29We discuss the old and new tax regimes and the changes announced in the Union Budget 2024-25 to assist taxpayers in making an informed choice.
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India to Abolish 2% Equalisation Levy on Non-Resident Digital Companies from August 1, 2024
Tax & Accounting Jul 24India will abolish the 2 percent equalization levy on a broad range of services provided by offshore technology firms from August 1, 2024.
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Goods and Services Taxes in India 2024
Published: April 2024India's Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime has significantly altered the landscape of indirect taxa... -
An Introduction to Doing Business in India 2024
Published: December 2023An Introduction to Doing Business in India 2024 highlights the country's robust economic growth, wit...
Legal & Regulatory
Guide to Vendor Onboarding in India
Sep 09India Briefing guides you to the best practices, legal considerations, and strategies for vendor onboarding processes in India.
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How Foreign Companies in India Can Manage Compliance Risks Effectively
Legal & Regulatory Aug 30We discuss key compliance risks that foreign companies in India face and strategies to manage them effectively.
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India's National Financial Reporting Authority Fines BSR & Associates INR 100 Million for Audit Lapses
Legal & Regulatory Aug 27The NFRA has imposed an INR100 million fine on BSR & Associates, an audit firm, for alleged failures in auditing Coffee Day Enterprises Ltd.
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India Updates Foreign Exchange Rules, Simplifies Cross-Border Share Exchanges
Legal & Regulatory Aug 20India has amended updates to the Foreign Exchange Management (Non-Debt Instruments) Rules, 2019, with the goal of simplifying cross-border share exchanges and promoting the ease of doing business.
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India’s Draft Personal Data Protection Rules Likely to be Released Within a Month
Legal & Regulatory Aug 20India is expected to release a draft of the rules under the Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDP Act) within a month for public consultations.
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Mergers and Acquisitions in India
Published: June 2022In this latest issue of India Briefing Magazine, we analyze the latest merger and acquisition (M&A) ...
Industries
IKEA India Fast-Tracks EV Transition, Aims for 100% Electric Deliveries By 2025
Sep 09Swedish furniture giant Ikea has said that it is advancing its sustainability efforts in India and plans to achieve 100 percent electric delivery vehicles by 2025 across the country.
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India's Semiconductor Sector: Tracking Government Support and Investment Trends
Industries Sep 05We track India's efforts to facilitate foreign investment into its indigenous semiconductor industry (developing fabs. chip design, ATMP).
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Indian Steel and Metal Industry's Shift Towards Renewable Energy
Industries Sep 03The Indian steel and metal industry is reportedly keen on securing renewable energy deals to reduce carbon emissions and avoid penalties under the EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). CBAM, which targets carbon-intensive imports, is currently in a transitional phase from 2023 to 2025 and will be fully implemented from 2026.
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India Bets Big on Newly Sanctioned Public Infrastructure Projects, Smart Industrial Cities
Industries Aug 29India has approved 12 new industrial smart cities and other infrastructure projects aimed at boosting India's manufacturing ecosystem and reducing logistics costs.
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Apple to Manufacture iPhone 16 Pro in India, Likely to Create 200,000 Direct Jobs by 2025
Industries Aug 29Apple Inc. plans to produce its iPhone Pro models in India, potentially creating over 600,000 jobs by the end of the financial year 2024-25.
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An Introduction to Doing Business in India 2024
Published: December 2023An Introduction to Doing Business in India 2024 highlights the country's robust economic growth, wit... -
Investing in India’s Green Economy
Published: December 2023Economic growth hinges on equitable resource distribution and the adoption of emerging technologies,...
HR & Payroll
Traveling in India – Business Etiquette and Culture
Aug 30India is one of the oldest civilizations in the world, and a complicated mixture of old and new traditions from the West and East. If you are planning to do business with or in India, it is important to try and understand its cultural intricacies.
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How Labor Market Intelligence Can Strengthen Your India Market Relocation Strategy
HR & Payroll Aug 28An effective labor market study will help company decision makers, such as C-suite executives, to make an informed choice that is best suited to their business undertaking.
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More Women Engaged in Manufacturing Activities in India: MoSPI Report
HR & Payroll Aug 14In the latest report from India’s MoSPI, more urban women are engaged in the manufacturing sector, while rural women dominate agriculture activities.
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India to Expedite Visa Process for Chinese Technicians Amid Industrial Concerns
HR & Payroll Jul 19India is reportedly working on loosening the visa requirements of Chinese technicians in response to concerns from several companies.
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From Recruitment to Retention: India HR Insights for 2024
HR & Payroll Jun 19This issue offers an essential guide for foreign invested firms to attract and retain the best talents in India’s dynamic hiring environment.
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From Recruitment to Retention: India HR Insights for 2024
Published: June 2024This issue offers an essential guide for foreign invested firms to attract and retain the best talen... -
An Introduction to Doing Business in India 2024
Published: December 2023An Introduction to Doing Business in India 2024 highlights the country's robust economic growth, wit...
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