Other Briefings
Tamil Nadu Permits 24×7 Business Operations: What Employers Must Know
Under the latest directives, India’s southern state of Tamil Nadu now allows business operations with 10 or more employees to operate 24×7, effective June 5, 2025. We guide you on the labor rules, safety norms, and compliance requirements.
Countdown to the End of Trump’s Tariff Pause: Where Does India Stand Now?
India navigates high-stakes trade talks as the US imposes a 50% tariff on copper and considers 200% duties on pharmaceuticals. In the ongoing negotiations between the two countries, India aims to protect its key sectors.
India’s ECMS 2025: Application Window Opens May 1 – Incentives and Eligibility for Manufacturers
Learn about India’s Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS) with detailed guidelines, incentives, and eligibility to advance domestic electronics manufacturing and reduce imports.
Hiring Employees in India: A 2025 Guide for Global Businesses
We 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.
US Tariffs Set to Resume August 1; India Pushes for Balanced Trade Pact
Trump has extended the pause on US tariffs until August 1, 2025, for India trade talks. We share the latest updates on the ongoing trade negotiations, BRICS tensions, and the India-US genetically modified (GM) animal feed imports debate.
India’s Foreign Direct Investment Tracker 2025
India 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.
Apple’s Contract Manufacturers and Component Suppliers in India
Apple 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.
India’s Updated Income Tax Return Forms for AY 2025–26 Explained
India’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.
