This timeline was created on January 21, 2025, and was last updated on July 30, 2025. Most recently, the US-China tariff truce got extended for another 90 days until November 10, 2025.
Indian companies and investors prefer GCC countries – especially the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, and Bahrain – because these markets blend proximity and diaspora ties with fast-tracked reforms.
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’s GST Council has overhauled the indirect tax system, cutting rates on essentials, healthcare, agriculture, and consumer goods while simplifying slabs into 5%, 18%, and a new 40% de-merit rate. We explore how the new GST structure impacts consumers and businesses.
Hiring trends in 2025 reflect strong employer confidence as India ranked second out of 42 countries in Q3 FY26 hiring intent, led by business expansion and tech adoption, per a recent ManpowerGroup survey.
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