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India's FTA Network: Updates in 2025
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Hiring Employees in India: A 2025 Guide for Global Businesses
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India's Foreign Direct Investment Tracker 2025
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Economy & Trade
India's Foreign Direct Investment Tracker 2025
Jul 07India recorded over US$50 billion in foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows in FY 2024–25, signaling investor confidence amid regulatory reforms and sectoral liberalization. Explore key trends, top sectors, and routes for foreign investment.
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US Tariffs Set to Resume August 1; Trade Talks with India Remain Stalled
Economy & Trade Jul 07As the deadline for the US tariff deal nears, trade negotiations with India remain inconclusive. A key sticking point is India’s resistance to allowing imports of genetically modified (GM) animal feed from the US.
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Countdown to the End of the 90-Day Tariff Pause: Where Does India Stand Now?
Economy & Trade Jul 04As the 90-day US tariff pause nears its end, India faces crucial trade decisions. India's ongoing talks with the US aim to protect its key sectors, while lessons from Vietnam’s recent deal offer critical insights.
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India-UK FTA Finalized After Three Years of Negotiations
Economy & Trade Jul 03The India–UK FTA, finalized on May 6, 2025, targets implementation in the next 15 months, aiming to enhance trade, reduce tariffs on 90 percent of goods, improve market access, and create jobs in both countries.
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India-UK FTA 2025: Strategic Insights for Textile Exporters and Importers
Economy & Trade Jun 24Learn how the India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA) is reshaping textile trade. Explore tariff-free access, export data, compliance requirements, and strategic insights for Indian manufacturers and UK importers.
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The Future of India-Singapore Ties: Collaboration in Green Energy, Technology, and ESG Sectors
Published: February 2025
With a strong focus on digital transformation and sustainable development, India and Singapore are l... -
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 ...
Tax & Accounting
India’s Updated Income Tax Return Forms for AY 2025–26 Explained
Jul 03India's tax authority has extended the ITR filing deadline to September 15, 2025. The extension follows key updates to ITR forms, including changes in capital gains reporting, revised LTCG exemptions, and form-specific enhancements.
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CBIC Issues Procedural Guidelines for Review and Appeals in Multi-State GST Cases
Tax & Accounting Jun 26CBIC’s new circular clarifies who will handle reviews, revisions, and appeals for GST orders issued by Common Adjudicating Authorities, bringing much-needed procedural certainty to multi-jurisdictional tax cases.
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Avoid Excess Tax Deductions in India: NRI Guide to Lower TDS Certificates
Tax & Accounting Jun 09NRIs earning income from India can apply for a lower or nil TDS certificate under Section 197 of the Income Tax Act, 1961, to avoid high default withholding rates. Learn about eligibility, documentation, and application procedures.
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India Reinstates RoDTEP Benefits for Exporters Effective June 1, 2025
Tax & Accounting May 28India will restore the Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products (RoDTEP) scheme for AA, EOU, and SEZ exporters effective June 1, 2025, aiming to boost trade competitiveness with a stable policy framework.
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A Guide to India’s TDS Rates for FY 2025-26
Tax & Accounting Apr 23We explore India's updated tax deducted at source (TDS) rates and threshold changes for FY 2025–26 as per the Finance Act 2025, including detailed section-wise rates, compliance updates, and key tax 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... -
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’s Passport Rules 2025: Key Changes You Need to Know
Jul 03India's 2025 passport reforms introduce biometric ePassport, digital address integration, and stricter documentation rules—enhancing security, streamlining travel, and benefiting global business operations.
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Understanding India’s DPDP Consent Management Rules for Businesses
Legal & Regulatory Jul 01India released its Consent Management System (CMS) guidelines on June 6, 2025 via the Business Requirements Document (BRD), offering technical direction under the upcoming Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, 2023.
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New Financial Rules in India Effective July 1, 2025: What Businesses Need to Know
Legal & Regulatory Jun 30India is introducing key financial rules from July 1, 2025, including mandatory Aadhaar for new PAN cards, stricter GST return rules, and an extended ITR filing deadline. Learn how these updates can affect businesses and taxpayers.
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CBIC Issues Procedural Guidelines for Review and Appeals in Multi-State GST Cases
Legal & Regulatory Jun 26CBIC’s new circular clarifies who will handle reviews, revisions, and appeals for GST orders issued by Common Adjudicating Authorities, bringing much-needed procedural certainty to multi-jurisdictional tax cases.
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Guide to Mandatory SHe-Box Registration for Employers in India
Legal & Regulatory Jun 23India's national capital now mandates SHe-Box registration for organizations, public and private, under the PoSH Act. Learn key compliance steps, state-level actions, and how private firms must register.
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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... -
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
Apple’s Contract Manufacturers and Component Suppliers in India
Jul 04Apple is reportedly planning to expand its partnership with Tata Group to manage iPhone and MacBook repairs in India. We note major contract manufacturers of Apple products in India and list their locations and investment scope.
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India's Semiconductor Sector: Tracking Government Support and Investment Trends
Industries Jul 03The Union Cabinet approved the sixth semiconductor unit under the India Semiconductor Mission. We track India's efforts to facilitate foreign investment into its indigenous semiconductor industry.
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India Manufacturing Tracker 2025
Industries Jun 30Introducing 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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Uttar Pradesh's Bid to Become India's Next GCC Hub
Industries Jun 25India's northern state of Uttar Pradesh has launched GCC Policy 2024 to attract global firms with incentives, promoting investment in emerging cities beyond traditional tech hubs.
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India-UK FTA 2025: Strategic Insights for Textile Exporters and Importers
Industries Jun 24Learn how the India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA) is reshaping textile trade. Explore tariff-free access, export data, compliance requirements, and strategic insights for Indian manufacturers and UK importers.
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The Future of India-Singapore Ties: Collaboration in Green Energy, Technology, and ESG Sectors
Published: February 2025With a strong focus on digital transformation and sustainable development, India and Singapore are l... -
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 ...
HR & Payroll
Hiring Employees in India: A 2025 Guide for Global Businesses
Jul 08We explore key regulations, contract types, and compliance requirements for hiring employees in India in 2025—essential guidance for global businesses entering or expanding their presence in the country.
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India-UK FTA Finalized After Three Years of Negotiations
HR & Payroll Jul 03The India–UK FTA, finalized on May 6, 2025, targets implementation in the next 15 months, aiming to enhance trade, reduce tariffs on 90 percent of goods, improve market access, and create jobs in both countries.
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India’s Employment Linked Incentive Scheme Targets 35 Million Jobs Over Two Years
HR & Payroll Jul 02India's Employment Linked Incentive (ELI) Scheme, launched on July 1, 2025, offers incentives to first-time employees and employers. The scheme benefits shall apply to positions created between August 1, 2025, and July 31, 2027.
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India’s Project Visa: A Specialized Gateway for Foreign Skilled Professionals
HR & Payroll Jun 27India’s Project Visa offers a streamlined legal route for bringing in skilled foreign professionals for project-based work. Discover how it works, who qualifies, and what businesses need to know to remain compliant.
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India to Mandate Disclosure of Workplace Harassment, Maternity Compliance in Board Reports
HR & Payroll Jun 13Effective July 14, 2025, listed companies in India must report workplace harassment complaints and maternity benefit compliance in board reports, per new Ministry of Corporate Affairs amendments to the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2025.
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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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