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July 30, 2026

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Weekly business and foreign investment news roundup in Asia

by Asia Briefing and Dezan Shira & Associates (An Ascentium Company).

INDIA EDITION

TOP STORIES THIS WEEK:

India Tax Compliance Calendar: Key August 2026 Deadlines

August brings multiple GST, TDS, TCS, PF, ESI, and professional tax deadlines for businesses in India. Review the filing calendar—including the August 31 income tax return deadline—to prevent missed obligations, interest, and penalties.

Related-party imports (imports from parent companies, affiliates, or other group entities) in India require alignment across customs valuation, HSN classification, transfer pricing, and intercompany agreements to ensure audit readiness and mitigate customs risks at the Special Valuation Branch.

India’s Transition QCO 2026: Simplified BIS Certification for Manufacturers

India's Transition Facilitation (Quality Control) Order, 2026 introduces a simplified BIS certification route that may help eligible manufacturers accelerate market access. Review the qualifying conditions, conformity requirements, manufacturing criteria, and investment commitments before applying.

India Revises PAN Registration Framework: What Foreign Companies, NRIs, and FPIs Must Do

India has revised the Permanent Account Number (PAN) registration framework. Foreign companies, non-resident Indians (NRIs), and foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) should understand the updated compliance requirements, including new procedural relaxations available exclusively to eligible FPIs.

Bid Rigging in India: Managing Tender and Channel Partner Risks

India’s competition regulator is increasing scrutiny of bid rigging and collusive tender practices. Foreign companies participating in tenders or working through distributors and resellers should assess their bidding controls, partner conduct, and competition compliance exposure.

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