Other Briefings
India’s New Online Gaming Act Takes Effect May 1, 2026: Key Changes Explained
India’s new Online Gaming Act 2025 takes effect May 1, 2026. Learn more about the Online Gaming Authority of India (OGAI) regulatory framework, e-sports registration, and the ban on online money games.
India’s New Income-tax Act: A Compliance Guide for Companies
Starting FY 2026-27, businesses operating in India are required to comply with the Income-tax Act, 2025 and the Income-tax Rules, 2026. The new direct tax framework provides greater clarity on tax obligations and facilitates the transition to digital filing systems.
2026 HR Guide to Salary Structuring in India: The 50% Basic Pay Rule and PF Compliance
Restructure your payroll to align with India’s four new Labor Codes. Calculate the 50 percent wage threshold, standardize employee allowances, and ensure full statutory compliance for the 2026-27 fiscal year.
How to Read the Corporate Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026: Less Prosecution, More Accountability
India’s Corporate Laws (Amendment) Bill 2026 proposes updates to the Companies Act, 2013, and LLP Act, 2008, decriminalizing routine compliance lapses while tightening oversight of auditors, valuers, and directors.
Ascentium Acquires Dezan Shira & Associates, Expanding its Footprint to 27 Markets and Strengthening Corporate Services Capabilities
Ascentium, a leading global business services platform headquartered in Singapore, has completed its acquisition of Dezan Shira & Associates, a multi-disciplinary professional services firm with more than three decades of experience advising foreign investors across Asia.
Import-Export Procedures in India: 2026 Edition
India’s import-export procedures in 2026 are fully digitized, with streamlined customs systems, IEC-based registration, and real-time compliance under FTP 2023. Businesses must follow standardized classification and digital processes to manage trade efficiently and stay compliant.
MCA Seeks Public Feedback to Simplify Corporate Filings Under Companies Act, 2013 — Deadline May 15
The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) is seeking public feedback to modernize the Companies (Incorporation) Rules, 2014, and rationalize the filing framework under the Companies Act, 2013. The consultation window is open on the IICA portal until May 15, 2026.
India’s FDI Policy for Border-Country (LBC) Investors: Implications for China-Linked Capital
Assess whether your China-linked investment qualifies under India’s new FDI rules. Understand ownership thresholds, risks, and structuring options.
