Other BriefingsAmendments to DPDP Act Priority for India's Modi Government if it Wins Third Term
Implementation rules for India's DPDP Act, which was passed in parliament in August 2023, is expected to be enacted in the first 100 days of the formation of a new government and will establish rules on important digital domain issues such as AI-led misinformation and deepfakes.
India's Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023: Data Privacy Compliance
India’s Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act 2023 will impact internet companies, mobile apps, and businesses handling citizens' data. Enterprises will need to assess the fine print of the legislation to address their risk exposure and compliance requirements.
India’s Regulation of AI and Large Language Models
Presently, India lacks a dedicated regulation for artificial intelligence (AI). We outline some of the advisories, guidelines, and IT rules that offer legal oversight for the development of AI, Generative AI, and large language models (LLM) in India.
India's General Election Dates Announced, Polling Scheduled in Seven Phases
Polling for the 2024 Indian General Elections, the world's largest electoral exercise, is scheduled to take place from April 19 to June 6, 2024. India Briefing gives a summary of the electoral process and voter profile.
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Update: India Has Approved 124 FDI Proposals from Neighboring Countries Since 2020
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Amendments to DPDP Act Priority for India's Modi Government if it Wins Third Term
Legal & Regulatory May 01 -
EPFO in India Mulls Raising Monthly Minimum Wage Ceiling After a Decade
Human Resources & Payroll May 01 -
India's Corporate Affairs Regulator Seeks Public Feedback on 7 Regulations Under Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code
Legal & Regulatory May 01 -
Goods and Services Taxes in India 2024 - New Publication Out Now
Tax & Accounting Apr 28
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Economy & Trade
Update: India Has Approved 124 FDI Proposals from Neighboring Countries Since 2020
May 01In 2020, India announced the decision to scrutinize investments from neighboring countries, allowing FDI only via the government route.
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Investing in Tamil Nadu: Manufacturing Outlook and Opportunities
Economy & Trade Apr 22India Briefing profiles the manufacturing sector in the southern state of Tamil Nadu, and explores its appeal for foreign investment.
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India Identifies List of 30 Critical Minerals: Economic Implications
Economy & Trade Apr 17India has released a list of 30 critical minerals crucial for its energy transition and development of frontier industries. The move is aligned with global efforts to ensure stability in the supply chain of these critical minerals.
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India-Peru Trade Agreement: Bilateral Negotiations Ongoing
Economy & Trade Apr 15India and Peru are negotiating a bilateral trade agreement that could lower tariffs, address technical barriers to trade, and introduce a dispute resolution mechanism.
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India-ASEAN Trade Pact: Tariff Anomalies on Goods to be Reviewed
Economy & Trade Apr 12The India-ASEAN trade pact is under review, with the former hoping to address tariff irregularities on specific goods within the agreement.
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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
Goods and Services Taxes in India 2024 - New Publication Out Now
Apr 28India Briefing discusses how the Goods and Services Tax regime works in India, applicable rates for 2024, and reporting obligations for businesses.
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India-Mauritius DTAA Amendment Closes Tax Avoidance Loophole
Tax & Accounting Apr 16India and Mauritius have agreed to abide by recent DTAA revisions, which include a PPT clause to prevent any unjustified tax avoidance.
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India's ITR Forms for AY 2024–25: Key Updates
Tax & Accounting Apr 03India's Income Tax Department has released ITR Forms 1-6 for AY 2024–25 and is enabling e-filing mechanisms according to reporting deadlines.
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India-Spain DTAA Notification: Lowered Tax Rates and Key Provisions
Tax & Accounting Apr 02India has announced that tax rates on royalties and fees for technical services under the India-Spain DTAA will be capped at 10%, a rate lower than domestic laws, as per a most-favored nation basis, according to a March 2024 notification.
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Tax Rules in India in Effect from April 1, 2024
Tax & Accounting Apr 01FY 2024-25 begins April 1, 2024 and brings in no new changes to the tax rules in India per the federal government. We roundup the direct tax rules applicable for AY 2024-25 and certain Finance Act 2024 amendments to the indirect tax regime.
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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
Amendments to DPDP Act Priority for India's Modi Government if it Wins Third Term
Apr 30Implementation rules for India's DPDP Act, which was passed in parliament in August 2023, is expected to be enacted in the first 100 days of the formation of a new government and will establish rules on important digital domain issues such as AI-led misinformation and deepfakes.
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India's Corporate Affairs Regulator Seeks Public Feedback on 7 Regulations Under Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code
Legal & Regulatory Apr 29India's Ministry of Corporate Affairs has invited stakeholders to submit responses to seven specific regulations under the IBC, 2016 rules.
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Environmental Compliance for Companies in India: Key Legislation and ESG Guidelines
Legal & Regulatory Apr 12The environmental compliance landscape in India poses challenges due to uneven law enforcement. We note key reporting requirements.
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India’s Regulation of AI and Large Language Models
Legal & Regulatory Mar 27Presently, India lacks a dedicated regulation for artificial intelligence (AI). We outline some of the advisories, guidelines, and IT rules that offer legal oversight for the development of AI, Generative AI, and large language models (LLM) in India.
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Unused Land, Building Laws Confront India's Policymakers Targeting High Industrial Growth
Legal & Regulatory Mar 11While some Indian states reclaim unused land for industrial purposes, many enforce building standards that hinder efficient land use by factories.
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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
Clarifications Issued by the Indian Government on New EV Policy Implementation
Apr 25The government has clarified how India's new EV Policy will work as it seeks to tie-in subsidy/benefits to local investment and domestic value addition (DVA).
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Top Companies Race to Seize India's ACC Manufacturing Opportunity
Industries Apr 24Foreign investors in the manufacturing space and other such stakeholders should pay attention to the emerging capacity building in the Indian ACC manufacturing industry and forge supplier relationships with PLI beneficiaries to achieve mutually advantageous outcomes.
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Powering India's Green Energy Ambitions Through Nuclear Energy
Industries Apr 23India intends to triple its nuclear power generation capacity by 2030, making the energy source a major component of the nation's power mix.
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Apple's iPhone Exports from India Doubles in FY 2023-24
Industries Apr 22Apple's iPhone export figures from India in FY 2023-24 amounted to US$12.1 billion. The US-based electronics giant is also reportedly planning to add 500,000 people to its India workforce over the course of the next three years.
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Apple’s Contract Manufacturers and Component Suppliers in India
Industries Apr 17We note the major contract manufacturers of Apple products in India along with their domestic supplier network, list their locations and investment scope.
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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
EPFO in India Mulls Raising Monthly Minimum Wage Ceiling After a Decade
Apr 29India's Employees' Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) is reportedly considering raising the monthly minimum wage ceiling from INR 15,000 to INR 21,000 to improve monetary coverage and bring under its purview millions of informal workers.
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How Labor Market Intelligence Can Strengthen Your India Market Relocation Strategy
HR & Payroll Apr 10An 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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India Hopes to Replace Minimum Wage with Living Wage Standard by 2025: What We Know
HR & Payroll Mar 28India is working with the ILO to establish a living wage standard that covers housing, healthcare, food, education, and clothing expenditure. The aim is to have this ready by 2025.
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Why Foreign SMEs Consider Payroll Outsourcing in India
HR & Payroll Mar 21Many SME companies in India, including foreign firms, are actively outsourcing their payroll services to ease the compliance burden and focus on core business growth goals.
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More Women Are Now Part of India’s Expanding Manufacturing Workforce
HR & Payroll Mar 07In India, gradual efforts are being made to ensure that more women are participating in the workforce, including in male-dominated manufacturing jobs. We discuss latest industry hiring trends and challenges facing the Indian economy in meeting gender parity targets.
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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... -
An Introduction to Doing Business in India 2023 for EU Businesses
Published: June 2023This publication is designed to introduce to EU business stakeholders the fundamentals of investing ...
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