| | Weekly business and foreign investment news roundup in Asia by Asia Briefing and Dezan Shira & Associates (An Ascentium Company). |
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| | | | Foreign businesses operating in India may incur GST on imports, services, office costs, and other purchases. This guide explains when GST can be recovered through input tax credit or a refund claim, and the documentation and compliance steps businesses should review. | | | | | Related-party imports can attract Special Valuation Branch scrutiny where Customs questions whether the relationship has influenced declared values. We highlight common risks involving royalties, assists, post-import payments, transaction values, and supporting documentation. | | | | | India has proposed simplifying the fund management safe harbour regime for offshore investment funds using India-based managers. The changes would remove several existing eligibility conditions while retaining core safeguards and reporting requirements, potentially improving India’s appeal as a fund-management base. | | | | | Manufacturers in India face growing Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) expectations from regulators, investors, customers, and global supply chains. This guide outlines practical steps to strengthen ESG controls while reducing compliance risk and improving operational resilience. | | | | | Anantapur is attracting investment across renewable energy, manufacturing, agribusiness, and automotive supply chains as industrial infrastructure expands. Investors should assess logistics, utilities, workforce availability, and site readiness before committing capital. | | |
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COMPLIMENTARY BUSINESS RESOURCES: |  | | | | | This issue explains how India’s labor codes, state-level minimum wage rules, employment models, contractor risks, payroll TDS obligations, and the Income-tax Act, 2025 affect workforce planning, compensation structuring, HR administration, and employee exits. | | | | | This report examines the corridor’s role in manufacturing, digital infrastructure, green finance, talent, and innovation, helping investors assess growth pathways, risk factors, and cross-border expansion potential. |
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