Other Briefings
India’s Trade Performance in FY 2025-26: Moderate Export Growth Amid Shifting Trade Dynamics
India’s total exports hit US$860.09 billion in FY 2025-26, led by a 7.94 percent surge in services. Explore the full breakdown of merchandise trends and key growth drivers amid global geopolitical shifts.
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.
Honey Harvest 2026: Why the World is Looking to India to Fill the “Honey Gap”
India has extended the natural honey MEP to US$1,400/MT until Dec 31, 2026. Learn how India’s honey industry is scaling global exports, improving producer price transmission, and capturing new opportunities in a disrupted international market.
How the India-EU FTA Opens New Doors for Swedish Businesses in India
Learn how the India–EU FTA 2026 is reshaping India–Sweden trade, AI partnerships, and investment opportunities in high-tech and sustainable industries.
India Notifies Dholera SEZ in Boost for Semiconductor Ecosystem
India notifies the Dholera SEZ in April 2026, establishing a premier global hub for semiconductor and electronics manufacturing. The 66-hectare zone features on-site customs (ICD) and strategic connectivity in the Delhi-Mumbai Industrial Corridor.
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.
A Guide to Minimum Wage in India in 2026
We address frequently asked questions that foreign hiring managers may have about minimum wages in India. In 2026, several states and jurisdictions have revised their rates, with Uttar Pradesh among the latest to increase its minimum wage ceiling.
Indian Commercial Landscape for Austrian (and Styrian) Companies: Where the Opportunities Lie
Explore India–Austria trade trends, investment flows, and high-potential sectors for Austrian firms, with insights for market entry and expansion in India.
India’s Food Processing Industry in 2026: Growth Trends, PLI Impact, and Export Performance
India’s food processing industry in 2026 is expanding steadily, driven by PLI incentives, rising foreign direct investments, export growth, and strong domestic demand, positioning it as a key engine of value addition and employment.
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.
