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Economy & Trade

India-UK FTA 2025: Strategic Insights for Textile Exporters and Importers

06/24/2025

Learn how the India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA) is reshaping textile trade. Explore tariff-free access, export data, compliance requirements, and strategic insights for Indian manufacturers and UK importers.

India Foreign Direct Investment Tracker 2025

06/24/2025

India recorded over US$50 billion in foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows in FY 2024–25, signaling investor confidence amid regulatory reforms and sectoral liberalization. Explore key trends, top sectors, and routes for foreign investment.

India-UK FTA Finalized After Three Years of Negotiations

06/17/2025

The India–UK FTA, finalized on May 6, 2025, targets implementation in the next 15 months, aiming to enhance trade, reduce tariffs on 90 percent of goods, improve market access, and create jobs in both countries.

India's FTA Network: Updates in 2025

06/17/2025

Explore 2025 insights into India’s evolving FTA landscape, as Indian authorities issued 720,996 preferential certificates in FY 2024–25, highlighting increased exporter participation and stronger global trade engagement.

India Schedules First Digital Population Census for 2027: What You Need to Know

06/16/2025

On June 16, 2025, the central government officially announced that India’s first digital population census will be conducted in two phases—from October 1, 2026, to March 1, 2027. This will be the first nationwide census since 2011.

Five Years of India-Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership: Key Milestones

06/13/2025

India-Australia bilateral trade and investment can benefit from the interim free trade treaty—ECTA—with new opportunities identified in critical minerals, education, and technology sectors.

Tax & Accounting

CBIC Issues Procedural Guidelines for Review and Appeals in Multi-State GST Cases

06/26/2025

CBIC’s new circular clarifies who will handle reviews, revisions, and appeals for GST orders issued by Common Adjudicating Authorities, bringing much-needed procedural certainty to multi-jurisdictional tax cases.

Avoid Excess Tax Deductions in India: NRI Guide to Lower TDS Certificates

06/09/2025

NRIs earning income from India can apply for a lower or nil TDS certificate under Section 197 of the Income Tax Act, 1961, to avoid high default withholding rates. Learn about eligibility, documentation, and application procedures.

ITR Filing Deadline Pushed to September 15, 2025, Following Major Form Revisions

05/30/2025

India's tax authority has extended the ITR filing deadline to September 15, 2025. The extension follows key updates to ITR forms, including changes in capital gains reporting, revised LTCG exemptions, and form-specific enhancements.

India Reinstates RoDTEP Benefits for Exporters Effective June 1, 2025

05/28/2025

India will restore the Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products (RoDTEP) scheme for AA, EOU, and SEZ exporters effective June 1, 2025, aiming to boost trade competitiveness with a stable policy framework.

A Guide to India’s TDS Rates for FY 2025-26

04/23/2025

We explore India's updated tax deducted at source (TDS) rates and threshold changes for FY 2025–26 as per the Finance Act 2025, including detailed section-wise rates, compliance updates, and key tax reforms.

Understanding India’s Corporate Taxation Framework: Key Insights for Businesses

04/22/2025

As tax season approaches, understanding India’s evolving corporate tax rules is critical for both domestic and foreign businesses. Explore the latest corporate tax rates, compliance rules, dividend taxation, and international comparisons for Assessment Year 2025–26.

Legal & Regulatory

Understanding India’s DPDP Consent Management Rules for Businesses

07/01/2025

India released its Consent Management System (CMS) guidelines on June 6, 2025 via the Business Requirements Document (BRD), offering technical direction under the upcoming Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, 2023.

New Financial Rules in India Effective July 1, 2025: What Businesses Need to Know

06/30/2025

India is introducing key financial rules from July 1, 2025, including mandatory Aadhaar for new PAN cards, stricter GST return rules, and an extended ITR filing deadline. Learn how these updates can affect businesses and taxpayers.

CBIC Issues Procedural Guidelines for Review and Appeals in Multi-State GST Cases

06/26/2025

CBIC’s new circular clarifies who will handle reviews, revisions, and appeals for GST orders issued by Common Adjudicating Authorities, bringing much-needed procedural certainty to multi-jurisdictional tax cases.

Guide to Mandatory SHe-Box Registration for Employers in India

06/23/2025

India's national capital now mandates SHe-Box registration for organizations, public and private, under the PoSH Act. Learn key compliance steps, state-level actions, and how private firms must register.

India to Mandate Disclosure of Workplace Harassment, Maternity Compliance in Board Reports

06/13/2025

Effective July 14, 2025, listed companies in India must report workplace harassment complaints and maternity benefit compliance in board reports, per new Ministry of Corporate Affairs amendments to the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2025.

India's Insolvency Regulator Introduces Amendment to Corporate Bankruptcy Regulations

06/10/2025

The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India (IBBI) introduced major corporate reforms in May 2025, enhancing creditor protection and professional appointment norms in the country.

Industries

India Manufacturing Tracker 2025

06/30/2025

Introducing the India Manufacturing Tracker 2025 by India Briefing—your go-to source for real-time updates on the country's industrial production, emerging trends, and key sector insights.

Uttar Pradesh's Bid to Become India's Next GCC Hub

06/25/2025

India's northern state of Uttar Pradesh has launched GCC Policy 2024 to attract global firms with incentives, promoting investment in emerging cities beyond traditional tech hubs.

India's Semiconductor Sector: Tracking Government Support and Investment Trends

06/25/2025

The Union Cabinet approved the sixth semiconductor unit under the India Semiconductor Mission. We track India's efforts to facilitate foreign investment into its indigenous semiconductor industry.

India-UK FTA 2025: Strategic Insights for Textile Exporters and Importers

06/24/2025

Learn how the India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA) is reshaping textile trade. Explore tariff-free access, export data, compliance requirements, and strategic insights for Indian manufacturers and UK importers.

New EV Scheme Paves Way for Global Auto Majors to Invest in India

06/24/2025

India has launched the official application portal for its new electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing scheme—SPMEPCI. Eligible automakers can submit applications between June 24 and October 21, 2025.

Karnataka Notifies Peenya as Special Investment Region to Boost Industrial Growth

06/19/2025

On June 11, 2025, Karnataka designated Bengaluru’s Peenya Industrial Area as its 18th Special Investment Region (SIR), authorizing KIADB to lead governance, infrastructure upgrades, and investment promotion in a major MSME hub.

HR & Payroll

India’s Employment Linked Incentive Scheme Targets 35 Million Jobs Over Two Years

07/02/2025

India's Employment Linked Incentive (ELI) Scheme, launched on July 1, 2025, offers incentives to first-time employees and employers. The scheme benefits shall apply to positions created between August 1, 2025, and July 31, 2027.

India’s Project Visa: A Specialized Gateway for Foreign Skilled Professionals

06/27/2025

India’s Project Visa offers a streamlined legal route for bringing in skilled foreign professionals for project-based work. Discover how it works, who qualifies, and what businesses need to know to remain compliant.

India-UK FTA Finalized After Three Years of Negotiations

06/17/2025

The India–UK FTA, finalized on May 6, 2025, targets implementation in the next 15 months, aiming to enhance trade, reduce tariffs on 90 percent of goods, improve market access, and create jobs in both countries.

India to Mandate Disclosure of Workplace Harassment, Maternity Compliance in Board Reports

06/13/2025

Effective July 14, 2025, listed companies in India must report workplace harassment complaints and maternity benefit compliance in board reports, per new Ministry of Corporate Affairs amendments to the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2025.

Revisiting the Role of Company Secretaries in India’s 2025 Compliance Ecosystem

06/12/2025

India’s Income-Tax Bill 2025 excludes company secretaries from the definition of “accountant,” raising concerns amid growing compliance demands. We explore the implications of the move for India’s corporate compliance framework.

India's Insolvency Regulator Introduces Amendment to Corporate Bankruptcy Regulations

06/10/2025

The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India (IBBI) introduced major corporate reforms in May 2025, enhancing creditor protection and professional appointment norms in the country.

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