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Economy & Trade

India-Canada Fast-Track CEPA Negotiations; Set US$50 Billion Trade Target by 2030

05/28/2026

Renewed India–Canada CEPA negotiations in 2026 and high-level investment engagements are expected to unlock long-term business opportunities across technology, energy transition, manufacturing, and infrastructure sectors.

FAQs on the Special Valuation Branch (SVB) in India: A Guide for Importers

05/28/2026

By understanding the role and procedures of the Special Valuation Branch in India, businesses importing goods can effectively navigate the complexities of related party transactions and ensure compliance with Indian customs regulations.

Business Opportunities for Italian SMEs in India Under the India–EU Free Trade Agreement

05/25/2026

Explore how Italian SMEs can benefit from the India–EU Free Trade Agreement through improved market access, tariff reductions, and supply chain opportunities in India.

Anchoring Europe: The €20 Billion India-Italy Strategic Roadmap for 2029

05/22/2026

India and Italy aim to expand bilateral trade to €20 billion by 2029 as the India–EU Free Trade Agreement (FTA) opens new opportunities in manufacturing, investment, technology, supply chains, and industrial cooperation.

India-Sweden Joint Action Plan 2026-2030: Manufacturing, Space & Trade Opportunities

05/19/2026

Understand how the India-Sweden Joint Action Plan 2026-2030 is lowering policy uncertainty for foreign investors while opening new growth avenues for Nordic businesses across high-potential sectors ahead of the India-EU FTA rollout.

The India-Netherlands Pivot: Aligning Commercial Strategy for the 2026-2030 Roadmap

05/18/2026

India and the Netherlands elevate ties to a strategic partnership. Get insights into the 2026-2030 roadmap, bilateral trade data, and key market entry FAQs.

Tax & Accounting

Jane Street’s India Tax Dispute Signals Rising Scrutiny of Cross-Border Investment Structures

05/28/2026

US-based trading and investment firm Jane Street may invoke the India-Singapore Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement (DTAA) Mutual Agreement Procedure (MAP) route to resolve its ongoing derivatives tax dispute. Learn what this means for cross-border investors.

FAQs on the Special Valuation Branch (SVB) in India: A Guide for Importers

05/28/2026

By understanding the role and procedures of the Special Valuation Branch in India, businesses importing goods can effectively navigate the complexities of related party transactions and ensure compliance with Indian customs regulations.

Working in India as an Expat: Visa, Tax, Payroll, and Relocation Guide for Foreign Employees

05/27/2026

We explain what expatriates and multinational employers should consider before, during, and after an India assignment, including visa, tax residency, payroll, EPF, banking, housing, schooling, foreign exchange, PE risk, and repatriation planning.

Advance Tax under India’s Income-tax Act, 2025: Checklist for TY 2026–27

05/26/2026

Advance tax filing under India’s Income-tax Act, 2025, remains largely unchanged, with the first installment for TY 2026-27 due on June 15, 2026. Learn about payment schedules, computation rules, transition provisions, and compliance requirements.

Income Tax June 2026 Compliance Calendar: ITR Guide for Employers

05/20/2026

Stay compliant with India's June 2026 income tax deadlines under the Income-tax Act, 2025. Track critical dates for Form 130 issuance, TDS deposits, and the first installment of advance tax.

Income Tax Paid Cannot Offset SEBI Disgorgement– What the 2026 Ruling Means for Investors

05/14/2026

The Securities Appellate Tribunal (SAT) ruling of May 8, 2026, suggests that India's Income-tax Act does not provide relief against SEBI disgorgement orders for fraudulent practices.

Legal & Regulatory

Jane Street’s India Tax Dispute Signals Rising Scrutiny of Cross-Border Investment Structures

05/28/2026

US-based trading and investment firm Jane Street may invoke the India-Singapore Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement (DTAA) Mutual Agreement Procedure (MAP) route to resolve its ongoing derivatives tax dispute. Learn what this means for cross-border investors.

FAQs on the Special Valuation Branch (SVB) in India: A Guide for Importers

05/28/2026

By understanding the role and procedures of the Special Valuation Branch in India, businesses importing goods can effectively navigate the complexities of related party transactions and ensure compliance with Indian customs regulations.

Board Meetings Under India's Companies Act, 2013: Compliance, Procedures & Best Practices

05/25/2026

A practical guide to board meeting compliance in India under the Companies Act, 2013, covering SS-1 requirements, quorum rules, virtual meetings, minutes, penalties, and best practices.

Deepfake, Personality Rights and Corporate Liability in India in 2026

05/15/2026

Deepfake liability in India has evolved into a cross-functional governance challenge, necessitating a converged response across privacy, cybercrime, consumer protection, and intellectual property frameworks.

Income Tax Paid Cannot Offset SEBI Disgorgement– What the 2026 Ruling Means for Investors

05/14/2026

The Securities Appellate Tribunal (SAT) ruling of May 8, 2026, suggests that India's Income-tax Act does not provide relief against SEBI disgorgement orders for fraudulent practices.

Setting Up a Branch Office in India: Eligibility, Permitted Activities, and the New Regulatory Outlook

05/13/2026

Planning an India entry strategy? Understand the 8-step process to set up a branch office in India. Compare the BO structure against subsidiaries and learn how RBI's new 2025 draft reforms may simplify your expansion.

Industries

BIS Toy Certification in India: Navigating QCO and the New IS 9873 Standards

05/21/2026

India’s mandatory BIS certification regime for toys is reshaping the industry through stricter safety standards, QCO compliance requirements, and enhanced manufacturing oversight for domestic and foreign toy companies.

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

05/18/2026

India's Tata Electronics and Dutch firm ASML have signed an MoU on May 16, 2026, to support the development of India’s first front-end semiconductor fabrication facility in Gujarat. As of May 18, 2026, India has a total of 13 approved semiconductor projects under ISM and SPECS.

Outside the ISM: How Rajasthan's Bhiwadi Commissioned India's 13th Semiconductor Unit

05/16/2026

Sahasra Semiconductors has established India's 13th packaging node at Rajasthan's Bhiwadi semiconductor facility under the SPECS framework on May 15, 2026, integrating the state into the domestic electronic supply chain.

Deepfake, Personality Rights and Corporate Liability in India in 2026

05/15/2026

Deepfake liability in India has evolved into a cross-functional governance challenge, necessitating a converged response across privacy, cybercrime, consumer protection, and intellectual property frameworks.

India's Toys Story: Riding the US$186 Million Export Wave to 153 Countries

05/14/2026

India’s toy exports stood at US$186.22 million in FY 2025-26, highlighting the country’s growing role in the global toy industry. We explore India’s evolving “toyconomy” in 2026 with market projections reaching US$4.74 billion by 2034.

Maharashtra Investment Guide 2026: Opportunities in India’s Industrial Powerhouse

05/08/2026

Learn why Maharashtra remains India’s top investment destination in 2026. We analyze industrial corridors, seaport export data, stamp duty frameworks, and new labor law flexibilities for businesses.

HR & Payroll

A Guide to Minimum Wage in India in 2026

05/28/2026

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.

Working in India as an Expat: Visa, Tax, Payroll, and Relocation Guide for Foreign Employees

05/27/2026

We explain what expatriates and multinational employers should consider before, during, and after an India assignment, including visa, tax residency, payroll, EPF, banking, housing, schooling, foreign exchange, PE risk, and repatriation planning.

What is India’s New Model Standing Orders 2026? Top 10 Must-Know Compliance Updates for HR

05/12/2026

Master the Model Standing Orders 2026 with our top 10 HR mandates—from digital recordkeeping and 48-hour wage settlements to fixed-term employment parity.

Labor Reform 2026: Understanding India’s New Industrial Relations (Central) Rules

05/11/2026

India notifies the Industrial Relations (Central) Rules, 2026. Learn about mandatory grievance redressal committees, worker reskilling fund contributions, and the shift to digital dispute resolution for central sector businesses.

2026 HR Guide to Salary Structuring in India: The 50% Basic Pay Rule and PF Compliance

04/24/2026

Restructure your payroll to align with India’s four new Labor Codes. Calculate the 50 percent wage threshold, standardize employee allowances, and ensure full statutory compliance for the 2026-27 fiscal year.

Remote Work in India: Legal Framework, Employee Rights, and Compliance Guide for Employers

04/02/2026

Navigate WFH and remote work compliance in India under the new 2026 Labor Codes. Learn about employer obligations for payroll, provident fund (PF), tax, and employee rights.

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