Other Briefings
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.
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.
India’s Tech Workforce Shifts as GCCs Outpace Traditional IT Firms
India’s tech sector is witnessing a major workforce hiring shift in 2025, led by the rise of GCCs, changing business models, and AI adoption.
India Offers Tax Relief for Foreign Tech Experts to Boost Electronics Manufacturing Sector
India has introduced a tax relief measure for highly skilled foreign engineers, tech experts, and support teams. This new policy will allow companies to bring in specialists, including those from China, for short-term assignments.
