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  March 1, 2018 by India Briefing
  

  Employment Contracts in India: Enforceability of the Non-Compete Clause

  Foreign firms in India often seek to enforce the non-compete clause in employment contracts against their employees, associates, vendors, or other business partners. Here we examine its legal validity.
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  February 27, 2018 by India Briefing
  

  Registering Your Indian Employment Visa

  After obtaining an Indian visa, expatriates need to register with the FRRO to be eligible to reside and work in India. From February 2018, this process has also become digitized.
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  February 8, 2018 by India Briefing
  

  India’s Public Holidays in 2018

  Many foreign HR managers struggle with the holiday schedule in India. This article outlines the government’s official schedule, explains its rationale, and suggests best practices for managing public holidays at your business.
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  December 12, 2017 by India Briefing
  

  The Disabilities Act in India: What Employers Need to Know

  The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 broadens the definition of a ‘disabled person’, and applies to both private and government establishments in India. Here, we briefly cover the major compliances required by the Act, which include having an Equal Opportunities Policy in place.
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  December 5, 2017 by India Briefing
  

  Expatriates in India: Visa, Work Culture, Socioeconomic, and Payroll Considerations

  In the past ten years, India’s living and working environments have adapted to the increased influx of expatriates. Here we discuss key considerations that foreigners should note, including visa registration, sociocultural nuances, and HR and payroll norms.
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  October 18, 2017 by India Briefing
  

  Anti-Corruption Laws in India – Minimize Your Risk Exposure

  The festive season in India involves the exchange of gifts; however, companies should note that certain exchanges may attract liability under various domestic and foreign anti-corruption statutes. This article highlights key compliance strategies for firms to minimize such risk exposure.
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  October 17, 2017 by India Briefing
  

  Traveling in India – Business Etiquette and Culture

  India is one of the oldest civilizations in the world, and a complicated mixture of old and new traditions from the West and East. If you are planning to do business with or in India, it is important to try and understand its cultural intricacies.
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  October 10, 2017 by India Briefing
  

  GST Impact on the Flexi-Staffing Industry in India

  Under GST, the tax rate on all staffing firms is pegged at 18 percent. This article discusses the impact of GST on the flexible staffing industry, and its impact on doing business in India.