Other Briefings
India’s Semiconductor Sector: Tracking Government Support and Investment Trends
India is fast-tracking its semiconductor drive in 2025 through key investments and global tie-ups, including the latest collaboration between Tata Electronics and Bosch, announced on July 17, 2025.
TDS Rules for Payments to NRIs and Foreign Companies in India: An Explainer
Explore Section 195 of India’s Income Tax Act, 1961, which requires tax deducted at source (TDS) on payments to non-residents—an essential compliance step for businesses in cross-border dealings such as royalties, interest, and technical services.
India’s Passport Rules 2025: Key Changes You Need to Know
India has started rolling out e-passports as part of its travel document modernization. These e-passports are equipped with an embedded electronic chip and compliant with International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) standards.
India’s New Income Tax Act, 2025 Notified: Key Changes and Implementation Timeline
India has formally notified the Income Tax Act, 2025, marking a major overhaul of the country’s direct tax regime. Scheduled to take effect from April 1, 2026, the new law replaces the Income-tax Act of 1961.
Winners and Losers: India’s Online Gaming Bill Elevates E-Sports, Bans Real-Money Gaming
India is set to implement the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025, creating a framework to promote e-sports while banning real-money and betting games, with strict financial restrictions and heavy penalties for violations.
India Manufacturing Tracker 2025
Introducing 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.
New Financial Rules in India Effective July 1, 2025: What Businesses Need to Know
India 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.
India’s FTA Network: Updates in 2025
Explore 2025 updates on India’s evolving Free Trade Agreement (FTA) landscape. On July 24, 2025, India and the UK formally signed an FTA, a momentous step forward in India’s trade relations with major developed economies.
