Other Briefings
India-UK FTA Finalized After Three Years of Negotiations
The India–UK FTA, finalized on May 6, 2025, targets implementation in the next 15 months, aiming to enhance trade, reduce tariffs on 90 percent of goods, improve market access, and create jobs in both countries.
India to Mandate Disclosure of Workplace Harassment, Maternity Compliance in Board Reports
Effective July 14, 2025, listed companies in India must report workplace harassment complaints and maternity benefit compliance in board reports, per new Ministry of Corporate Affairs amendments to the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2025.
Revisiting the Role of Company Secretaries in India’s 2025 Compliance Ecosystem
India’s Income-Tax Bill 2025 excludes company secretaries from the definition of “accountant,” raising concerns amid growing compliance demands. We explore the implications of the move for India’s corporate compliance framework.
India’s Insolvency Regulator Introduces Amendment to Corporate Bankruptcy Regulations
The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India (IBBI) introduced major corporate reforms in May 2025, enhancing creditor protection and professional appointment norms in the country.
Reviewing Legal Mandates and Workplace Policy on Maternity Benefits in India
India’s Supreme Court has clarified maternity benefits, reshaping employer obligations under the Maternity Benefit Act. Learn how this impacts HR policies, compliance, and labor costs.
A Guide to Minimum Wage in India in 2025
We answer some frequently asked questions foreign hiring managers may have regarding the minimum wage in India. In April 2025, Delhi revised the monthly minimum wages of all categories of workers in the state, effective April 1, 2025.
Skilling and Diversity Takes Centre Stage in India’s Semiconductor Landscape
India’s semiconductor sector is growing rapidly with a focus on skilling, gender diversity, and global workforce readiness amid rising investments and manufacturing expansion.
Mental Health at Work: A Strategic Priority for Businesses in India
Learn how Indian businesses are prioritizing workplace mental health through strategic policies, legal frameworks, and CSR initiatives to boost employee well-being and productivity.
