Other Briefings
Japan’s Investments in India Unveil Growing Economic Partnership
Japan and India had their 12th annual bilateral summit in Gandhinagar in Gujarat state from September 14 to 15. Here we briefly discuss the evolving and expanding economic relationship between the two Asian giants, eclipsed as it was by the announcement of India’s first bullet train.
Joint Ventures in India: Learning from McDonald’s Experience
A soured joint venture between McDonald’s and Connaught Plaza Restaurants is threatening to undermine the fast food giant’s success in India. In this article, we explain McDonald’s’ joint venture problems, and highlight takeaway lessons for foreign companies looking for Indian partners.
Anti-Profiteering under GST in India: Regulatory Measures and Compliance for Business
Under the GST regime in India, benefits of tax rebate obtained by sellers or service providers must pass on to final consumers through anti-profiteering compliance. The article explains the anti-profiteering regulation and compliance requirements for businesses in India.
India Hikes Wage Ceiling under Payment of Wages Act
India’s Payment of Wages Act recently increased its ambit as parliament revised the monthly wage ceiling from US$280 to US$375. This article discusses the development and its impact on employers in India; it also explains how wages are defined under the Act.
India Myanmar Relations – Growing Multifaceted Bilateral Ties
Prime Minister Modi held his first bilateral talks with Myanmar between September 5 and 6. Relations between the two countries are multifaceted, with both sides sharing key concerns over maritime security and economic development.
BRICS Summit in China: Great Optics as India, China Affirm Bilateral Ties and Border Peace
The three day BRICS Summit in Xiamen, China came to an end on Tuesday, with India and China agreeing to a constructive and forward-looking approach to strengthen bilateral ties. In this op-ed, the author highlights why economic interests will determine geopolitics in this region.
BRICS Summit in China, Modi Cabinet Reshuffle – India Market Watch
In this week’s Market Watch, we look at India’s participation at the BRICS Summit in China soon after the Doklam stand-off, the third cabinet reshuffle of the Modi government, and the shift to India by foreign automakers in manufacturing for exports.
India’s FDI Policy for 2017: Startups and Single Brand Retail among Beneficiaries
India released its foreign investment policy for 2017 this week, which incorporates changes instituted in 2016, and provides sector-based regulatory clarifications. This article highlights key updates to the policy.
