Other Briefings
India Regulatory Brief: Ola, Uber Strikes, TCS Clause under GST Worries E-tailers, and Government Tackles H-1B Visa Debate
In this week’s Regulatory Brief, we look at the reasons for the ongoing Ola and Uber strike in India, the TCS clause under the GST law that has e-commerce firms worried, and the Indian concerns over changes to the H-1B visa rules in the US.
India’s Opportunities from Closer Ties with Russia
India is negotiating an FTA with the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) and will become a full member of the Shanghai Co-Operation Organization (SCO). This article discusses the trade and business opportunities that may open up as a result of this expanding bilateral relationship.
Foreign Law Firms to be Allowed in Indian SEZs?
The Indian government recently amended rules possibly allowing legal and accountancy services by foreign companies in special economic zones. Read on to learn about the implications of this development as the government remains keen to liberalize the country’s legal sector despite local opposition.
POEM to Determine Tax Residency in India from April 2017
The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) recently finalized the guidelines for Place of Effective Management (POEM) regulations in India, which will come into effect from April 1, 2017. In this article, we discuss the new POEM norms and how it compares with international standards.
Service Charge Notification Confounds Consumers, Industry in India
The government recently notified hotels and restaurants that service charges are voluntary, rather than mandatory. The notification has caused confusion for consumers as well as those in the service industry. This article explains the service charge notification and its effect in the market.
India Market Watch: US H-1B Visa Debate Rocks IT Labor Pool, Canada FDI on High
In this week’s Market Watch, we examine how the US H-1B visa debate will affect the talent pool in India, Boeing’s engineering and technology center in Bangalore, and the high levels of FDI from Canada.
Going Cashless in India – What is Aadhaar Pay and How Does It Work?
The Aadhaar Pay app will diversify India’s digital payments infrastructure and encourage cashless consumer spending. This article explains what Aadhar Pay is and how it works.
An Introduction to Doing Business in India 2017 – New Publication from Dezan Shira & Associates
An Introduction to Doing Business in India 2017, designed to introduce the fundamentals of investing and doing business in India, is out now and available for complimentary download through the Asia Briefing publications store.
