Other Briefings
Unused Land, Building Laws Confront India’s Policymakers Targeting High Industrial Growth
While some Indian states reclaim unused land for industrial purposes, many enforce building standards that hinder efficient land use by factories.
India, UK FTA Negotiations: Key Updates
India-UK FTA negotiations appear to have stalled as New Delhi seeks more on visas and social security while UK wants greater market access. New Delhi could delay talks till after UK general elections, anticipating a better deal under a different British government.
NFRA Seeks to Promote Innovation in India’s Auditing Industry
At the maiden international conference organised by the NFRA, its chairman, Ajay Bhushan Pandey, has expressed strong intentions to inculcate a framework identical to an innovation lab to promote technological advancement in the auditing industry.
More Women Are Now Part of India’s Expanding Manufacturing Workforce
In India, gradual efforts are being made to ensure that more women are participating in the workforce, including in male-dominated manufacturing jobs. We discuss latest industry hiring trends and challenges facing the Indian economy in meeting gender parity targets.
Risks for US Businesses in Emerging Asian Markets in 2024
In this op-ed, we discuss factors affecting US business operations in key emerging Asian markets in 2024, including regional elections, geopolitics, supply chain shifts, currency stability, and climate risks.
India’s Stock Market Expected to Reach US$10 Trillion Market Value by 2030
India’s growing market capitalization, reaching US$4,574.606 billion in January 2024, signals its emergence as a top destination for global investments.
Outlook for Sovereign Wealth Fund Investments in India
India is becoming a major investment destination for sovereign wealth funds. We discuss key players and which sectors are benefiting in India in 2024.
Mauritius Government Amends its Double Tax Treaty with India to Align with BEPS MLI
In a list of Cabinet Decisions taken by the Mauritius government on February 23, 2024, it was announced that its DTAA with India would be amended in keeping with BEPS norms.
