Other BriefingsIndia's Anti-Trust Law Updates: Stricter Scrutiny, New Thresholds, and Faster Approvals
More provisions of the Competition (Amendment) Act, 2023 have taken effect as of September 2024, including deal value thresholds for high-value acquisitions, marking a complete overhaul of India's anti-trust regime.
India Shortens Deadline for Filing CSR-2 Return: MCA Notification
Companies in India that report their corporate social responsibility expenditure must file the CSR-2 Return for FY 2023-24 by December 31, 2024.
A Guide to Minimum Wage in India in 2024
We answer some frequently asked questions foreign hiring managers may have regarding the minimum wage in India. Several states in India have updated their minimum wages as of October 2023.
India Extends Import Management System for IT Hardware Until December 31, 2024
India's DGFT has announced the extension of the current import management system (IMS) for IT hardware products till the end of December 2024.
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India's Anti-Trust Law Updates: Stricter Scrutiny, New Thresholds, and Faster Approvals
Legal & Regulatory Oct 03 -
India's Semiconductor Sector: Tracking Government Support and Investment Trends
Industries Oct 03 -
Managing CSR Obligations in India: Company Best Practices
Legal & Regulatory Oct 01 -
India-Sweden Bilateral Trade and Investment
Economy & Trade Sep 30 -
India-Australia: Bilateral Trade and Investment Profile
Economy & Trade Sep 27
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Economy & Trade
India-Sweden Bilateral Trade and Investment
Sep 30The bilateral relationship between India and Sweden is benefiting from a growing focus on manufacturing, technology, and sustainability.
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India-Australia: Bilateral Trade and Investment Profile
Economy & Trade Sep 27India-Australia bilateral trade and investment can benefit from the interim free trade treaty - ECTA - with new opportunities identified in critical minerals, education, and technology sectors.
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India Extends Import Management System for IT Hardware Until December 31, 2024
Economy & Trade Sep 25India's DGFT has announced the extension of the current import management system (IMS) for IT hardware products till the end of December 2024.
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A Promising Future for India-Finland Collaboration
Economy & Trade Sep 23In 2024, India and Finland celebrate 75 years of diplomatic ties, marking evolving partnerships in digitalization, sustainability, and innovation.
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India and South Korea Begin Digital Trade with Electronic Bill of Lading
Economy & Trade Sep 20India and South Korea have initiated the electronic exchange of bill of lading between their customs authorities, which is anticipated to improve the efficiency of business transactions.
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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
India's Anti-Trust Law Updates: Stricter Scrutiny, New Thresholds, and Faster Approvals
Oct 03More provisions of the Competition (Amendment) Act, 2023 have taken effect as of September 2024, including deal value thresholds for high-value acquisitions, marking a complete overhaul of India's anti-trust regime.
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Managing CSR Obligations in India: Company Best Practices
Legal & Regulatory Oct 01Adopting certain best practices can help companies meet their corporate social responsibility (CSR) obligations, build a positive reputation, and make meaningful contributions to socioeconomic welfare and sustainable development.
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India Shortens Deadline for Filing CSR-2 Return: MCA Notification
Legal & Regulatory Sep 27Companies in India that report their corporate social responsibility expenditure must file the CSR-2 Return for FY 2023-24 by December 31, 2024.
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Corporate Social Responsibility in India
Legal & Regulatory Sep 27India became one of the first countries to mandate corporate social responsibility on April 1, 2014. Certain companies are required to allocate a portion of their profits to areas such as education, poverty alleviation, gender equality, and hunger mitigation programs.
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Corporate Social Responsibility in India
Legal & Regulatory Sep 27India became one of the first countries to mandate corporate social responsibility on April 1, 2014. Certain companies are required to allocate a portion of their profits to areas such as education, poverty alleviation, gender equality, and hunger mitigation programs.
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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
India's Semiconductor Sector: Tracking Government Support and Investment Trends
Oct 03We track India's efforts to facilitate foreign investment into its indigenous semiconductor industry (developing fabs. chip design, ATMP).
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India’s Emerging Semiconductor Ecosystem: Key Players
Industries Sep 23India aims to become a notable semiconductor manufacturing hub to reduce import dependencies in electronics production and frontier sectors. We note prominent distributor partners crucial for driving semiconductor adoption and growth across industries as well as beneficiaries under the India Semiconductor Mission.
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Setting Standards for Manufacturing Excellence in India
Industries Sep 18We explain how setting manufacturing standards to produce high-quality goods can maximize productivity and allow your manufacturing enterprise to be a part of global supply chains.
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India Shifts Gears: 'PM E-DRIVE Scheme' Replaces FAME to Accelerate EV Adoption
Industries Sep 17India replaces the FAME policy with the PM E-Drive Scheme, allocating INR 109 billion to boost electric vehicle adoption.
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India Manufacturing Tracker: 2024-25
Industries Sep 13Introducing the India Manufacturing Tracker 2024-25 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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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... -
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...
HR & Payroll
A Guide to Minimum Wage in India in 2024
Sep 27We answer some frequently asked questions foreign hiring managers may have regarding the minimum wage in India. Several states in India have updated their minimum wages as of October 2023.
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Traveling in India – Business Etiquette and Culture
HR & Payroll 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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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... -
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...
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