NITI Aayog's July 14, 2025, quarterly study shows India has gained advantages in 22 major export sectors through the US tariff changes that favor domestic producers over countries like China, Canada, and Mexico.
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.
As US tariff threats resurface under Trump, Indian exporters face growing trade risks—particularly due to BRICS ties. India Briefing analyzes sector-wise impacts and how India is navigating between global alliances and evolving US trade policies.
India navigates high-stakes trade talks as the US imposes a 50% tariff on copper and considers 200% duties on pharmaceuticals. In the ongoing negotiations between the two countries, India aims to protect its key sectors.
Trump has extended the pause on US tariffs until August 1, 2025, for India trade talks. We share the latest updates on the ongoing trade negotiations, BRICS tensions, and the India-US genetically modified (GM) animal feed imports debate.
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
India-UK FTA 2025: Strategic Insights for Textile Exporters and Importers
India Schedules First Digital Population Census for 2027: What You Need to Know
Five Years of India-Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership: Key Milestones
A Guide to India’s Special Economic Zones
On July 16, 2025, a parliamentary panel in India submitted 285 recommendations on the draft Income Tax Bill, 2025. The proposed legislation, expected to come into effect by April 2026, aims to replace the Income Tax Act of 1961.
India’s Income Tax Department released ITR Forms 1 and 4 on July 11, 2025, following the rollout of ITR Forms 2 and 3 in May. Key updates include changes to capital gains reporting, revised LTCG exemptions, and form-specific compliance rules.
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.
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.
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.
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
Corporate Taxation and Compliance Regime in India
Claiming Foreign Tax Credit in India: Step-by-Step Guide to Form 67 Compliance
India Revises Tax Audit Reporting with Form 3CD Changes Effective April 1, 2025
India's GST Compliance Changes from April 1, 2025: All You Need to Know
Effective July 14, 2025, Indian firms must file revised Form CRL-1 disclosing subsidiary layers, aligning with the latest amendment to the Companies (Restriction on Number of Layers) Rules, 2017.
Under the latest directives, India's southern state of Tamil Nadu now allows business operations with 10 or more employees to operate 24x7, effective June 5, 2025. We guide you on the labor rules, safety norms, and compliance requirements.
India's 2025 passport reforms introduce biometric ePassport, digital address integration, and stricter documentation rules—enhancing security, streamlining travel, and benefiting global business operations.
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.
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’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
India to Mandate Disclosure of Workplace Harassment, Maternity Compliance in Board Reports
India's Insolvency Regulator Introduces Amendment to Corporate Bankruptcy Regulations
BIS Certification in India 2025: A Comprehensive Guide for Foreign Manufacturers
Compounding of Offenses Under the Companies Act, 2013: A Practical Guide for Indian Companies
Apple is reportedly planning to expand its partnership with Tata Group to manage iPhone and MacBook repairs in India. We note major contract manufacturers of Apple products in India and list their locations and investment scope.
Learn about India’s Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS) with detailed guidelines, incentives, and eligibility to advance domestic electronics manufacturing and reduce imports.
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.
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.
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.
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
Karnataka Notifies Peenya as Special Investment Region to Boost Industrial Growth
India's 2025 Maritime Push with US$20 Billion Investment and Global Ties
India’s Climate Finance Taxonomy in 2025: An Overview
India’s AI Infrastructure and Emerging Market Leadership: An Outlook
Under the latest directives, India's southern state of Tamil Nadu now allows business operations with 10 or more employees to operate 24x7, effective June 5, 2025. We guide you on the labor rules, safety norms, and compliance requirements.
We explore key regulations, contract types, and compliance requirements for hiring employees in India in 2025—essential guidance for global businesses entering or expanding their presence in the country.
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 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 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.
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
India's Insolvency Regulator Introduces Amendment to Corporate Bankruptcy Regulations
Reviewing Legal Mandates and Workplace Policy on Maternity Benefits in India
A Guide to Minimum Wage in India in 2025
Skilling and Diversity Takes Centre Stage in India’s Semiconductor Landscape