Other Briefings
India Withdraws Textile Machinery Safety QCO: Implications for Manufacturers and Importers
India has withdrawn the 2024 QCO on machinery and electrical equipment, removing compliance requirements for imported textile machinery. Know the key implications for textile manufacturers and investors.
What India’s Tech Sector Wants from the Union Budget 2026: Fintech, SaaS & AI Priorities
In the upcoming Union Budget 2026, policymakers are expected to sharpen their focus on digital public infrastructure and technology-led growth, signaling a strategic push to deepen economic productivity, strengthen platform-based ecosystems, and crowd in private investment.
Tiger Global-Flipkart Tax Dispute: A Landmark Test of India’s Anti-Avoidance Regime
On January 15, 2026, the Supreme Court of India reaffirmed the country’s substance-over-form doctrine in the Tiger Global-Flipkart case, confirming that tax authorities may deny treaty benefits under GAAR even where valid TRCs are in place. For foreign investors, the ruling underscores the importance of establishing genuine commercial substance.
Investing in India’s Madhya Pradesh State: Multi-Sectoral Opportunities for Foreign Companies
We discuss the foreign investment scope in Madhya Pradesh, its progressive policies, sector-linked incentives, and key infrastructure.
India’s Manufacturing Appeal is Rising – Even as Asia’s Competition Intensifies
India’s manufacturing appeal is gradually rising as it manages challenges around infrastructure investment, policy reforms, and supply chain diversification to strengthen its role in global production networks.
India-EU Trade Deal Set for January 27 Signing in New Delhi: Report
As per a report published by European media, the EU is set to formalize its largest-ever trade deal with India on January 27, 2026, excluding agriculture, as the India-EU free trade agreement (FTA) talks near conclusion.
Corporate Tax Compliance for Foreign Companies in India: A Practical Roadmap for 2026
We explain India’s 2026 corporate tax regime for foreign companies with insights on compliance timelines, DTAA documentation, and regulatory risks.
Gujarat Updates Labor Rules for Shops & Commercial Establishments
Gujarat’s Shops & Establishments amendments, notified on December 16, 2025, introduce key labor compliance changes, including higher applicability thresholds, extended working and overtime limits, and regulated night-shift employment for women.
