Other Briefings
India’s Semiconductor Sector: Tracking Government Support and Investment Trends
India’s semiconductor sector in 2026 is gaining momentum with the notification of Tata’s Dholera fab SEZ on April 9, 2026, supported by policy reforms, new investments, and expanding chip assembly and design capabilities.
New Compliance Rules for Exporters: DGFT Mandates Digital Certificate of Origin
India’s export compliance framework is undergoing a significant shift as the DGFT mandates fully digital issuance and stricter oversight of the Certificate of Origin (CoO). The amendments to FTP and HBP 2023 streamline verification and reinforce regulatory oversight.
India’s EMI Scheme 2026-2028: New Deferred Customs Duty Facility for Eligible Manufacturer Importers
The Eligible Manufacturer Importers, or EMI scheme, effective from April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2028, allows compliant Indian manufacturers to move from transaction-based payments to a monthly consolidated duty cycle.
Guide to Opening a Demat Account for Foreign Companies in India
A practical business advisory for foreign companies on Demat account requirements in India, covering MCA’s dematerialization mandate, ISIN process, compliance steps, and implications for subsidiaries and joint ventures.
New Drug Manufacturing Rules 2026: India’s 3-Tier Change Classification & DCGI Licensing Overhaul
Navigate the 2026 drug manufacturing reforms: a guide to India’s mandatory pharma change reporting, 3-tier risk classifications, and standardized Drugs Controller General of India (DCGI) licensing norms.
Virtual CFO Services in India: A Strategic Finance Solution for Foreign Investors and Growing Businesses
Discover how Virtual CFO services in India help foreign investors and growing businesses manage compliance, improve financial visibility, and scale efficiently.
Business Opportunities for Italian SMEs in India Under the India–EU Free Trade Agreement
Explore how Italian SMEs can benefit from the India–EU Free Trade Agreement through improved market access, tariff reductions, and supply chain opportunities in India.
India Eases Port Procedures as Strait of Hormuz Disruptions Force Cargo to Turn Back
India has waived certain port procedures for returned export cargo amid shipping disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, while DP World offers alternative routing through UAE ports to maintain Gulf trade flows.
