Other Briefings
Startup India Scheme: All You Need to Know
India is the world’s third largest startup hub. We take a look at the Startup India scheme, and explain how to establish a startup in India and qualify for various regulatory incentives and tax breaks.
India-South Asia FTAs and DTAAs
India’s trade relationships with its South Asian neighbors is in a period of revival. We discuss market opportunities in the region, and take a look at bilateral relations between India and Bangladesh, Bhutan, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka.
FDI in India: Types of Hybrid Financial Instruments Permitted
In recent years, foreign investors have begun to invest in India using hybrid instruments or hybrid securities, that is, financial instruments that combine both debt and equity characteristics.
GSTR-3B: Filing GST Returns in India
GSTR-3B is an alternate form to GSTR-3 till June 2018. We evaluate how its introduction to ease the changeover for businesses from the previous tax system has panned out.
Tax Incentives in India – New Issue of India Briefing Magazine Out Now
Foreign investors should note that tax benefits in India are determined by economic activity, industry, location, size of firm, and time since incorporation. In this issue of India Briefing magazine, we examine India’s corporate tax structure and strategies to offset the tax burden.
Supply Chain in India: On the Brink of a Revolution
Investment opportunities in India’s rapidly developing supply chain networks are growing – benefiting from planned infrastructure spending and indirect tax reforms. We discuss incentives, plans, and reforms impacting key areas.
India – Hong Kong Sign Double Tax Avoidance Agreement
India and the Hong Kong entered into a double tax avoidance agreement on March 19, 2018. The DTAA provides clarity regarding tax rates and tax jurisdictions; firms will now be taxed in only one of the signatory countries.
India’s Solar and Wind Power Industries: Scope for Investors
India announced its plan to develop 175 GW of renewable energy by 2022.
We discuss the tax and fiscal incentives that have benefited investors and producers in India’s solar and wind sectors, and challenges of any roll-back.
