Other Briefings
Series A Funding Guide: Compliance & Audit Requirements for Indian Startups
Series A funding in India requires companies to be audit-ready and compliant with accounting standards, government regulations, FEMA filings, and tax norms. Such compliance boosts investor confidence and streamlines due diligence.
India’s GAAR: Are You at Risk from Anti-Tax Avoidance Rules
Understand India’s GAAR framework to safeguard your transactions—identify risks, leverage exemptions, and align structures with genuine business goals.
Trade License for Business Operations in India: Online Application Process 2025
Learn how to apply for a trade license online in India through urban local body (ULB) portals. Understand license types, eligibility, application steps, renewal, fees, and compliance tips for businesses.
Quick Commerce Turns to Profit as India’s E-Retail Sector Matures
India’s quick commerce (Q-commerce) sector is shifting from rapid expansion to a focus on profitability. Backed by a booming middle class, digital access, and policy support, the sector recorded a US$7.4 billion gross order value in FY 2024–25.
Appointment of Foreign Nationals as Company Directors in India: A Legal Checklist
Learn the key legal, tax, and visa requirements for appointing foreign nationals as directors in Indian companies under Indian corporate law.
Choosing a Company Name in India: Legal and Strategic Insight
Learn how to reserve and register a company name in India through RUN and SPICe+ services. Understand naming rules, approval criteria, and step-by-step guidance under MCA regulations.
Apple’s Contract Manufacturers and Component Suppliers in India
Apple is reportedly planning to expand its partnership with Tata Group to manage iPhone and MacBook repairs in India. We note major contract manufacturers of Apple products in India and list their locations and investment scope.
Hiring Employees in India: A 2025 Guide for Global Businesses
We explore key regulations, contract types, and compliance requirements for hiring employees in India in 2025—essential guidance for global businesses entering or expanding their presence in the country.
