Other Briefings
An Introduction to Doing Business in India 2026 – New Publication Out Now
The 2026 edition of ‘An Introduction to Doing Business in India’ provides practical insights for foreign firms and investors navigating India’s fast-evolving market, covering key policy developments and essential legal and operational areas such as company incorporation, taxation, audit, and HR and payroll.
Inside India’s US$4.9 Billion Strategy to Build a Competitive Shipbuilding Industry
India has released operational guidelines for two new shipbuilding schemes, SBFAS and SbDS, with a combined outlay of approximately US$4.9 billion, outlining financial incentives, infrastructure support, and policy measures aimed at strengthening its shipbuilding sector.
India Advances Electronics Manufacturing with INR 418.63 Billion Investment in New ECMS Approvals
India has approved 22 new proposals under the third tranche of the Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS). We assess investment implications.
India’s Textile PLI Scheme: Extended Window Offers Fresh Entry Opportunity
India has extended the application window for the Textile PLI Scheme to March 31, 2026. Businesses in the textile sector should act quickly to secure incentives for scaling production and strengthening export competitiveness.
Company Director KYC Simplified: India Moves to Three-Year Filing from March 31, 2026
The Ministry of Corporate Affairs has streamlined director KYC requirements under the Companies Act, 2013, replacing annual filings with a three-yearly KYC cycle. The latest regulatory norms will come into effect from March 31, 2026.
How India’s New Labor Codes Will Reshape M&A Transactions in 2026
India’s four new labor codes, notified on November 21, 2025, are going to influence mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activities in India in FY 2026-27 by turning workforce compliance into a core financial and deal-structuring issue.
India Releases Labor Code Draft Rules; Stakeholder Feedback Begins Dec. 31, 2025
India’s central government has issued draft rules for all four labor codes and invited public comments from December 31, 2025, to February 14, 2026. Once finalized, the rules are expected to be implemented in phases across states.
Virtual PE Risk: The OECD’s 2025 Guidance and India’s Position
The rise of remote work is challenging traditional PE rules based on physical presence. Businesses assessing potential virtual PE presence in India must consider the OECD’s 2025 guidance, India’s virtual PE debate and key judicial rulings.
