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India Pitches Semiconductors, Clean Energy to Malaysian Capital During Modi Visit

02/09/2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, signals India's push to attract Malaysian capital into semiconductors, clean energy, digital payments, and advanced manufacturing.

After 10 Months of Tariff Deadlock, US and India Find Common Ground on Trade

02/07/2026

The US and India have issued a joint statement on an interim trade framework that resets bilateral economic ties, cuts US tariffs on Indian goods to 18 percent, and delivers early market-access gains ahead of a full Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA).

US to Reduce Tariffs on Indian Exports Within Days: India's Commerce Minister

02/06/2026

The US is set to roll back tariffs on Indian exports from 50 percent to 18 percent within days, according to the commerce minister. The signing of a joint statement, expected between February 11 and 13, 2026, will activate the first phase of the India–US trade framework.

CDSCO Introduces Online Risk Classification Portal for Medical Device Importers and Manufacturers

02/05/2026

India's medical device regulatory authority, CDSCO, has rolled out a new online risk classification facility, allowing manufacturers and importers to confirm a medical device’s risk class before licensing—reducing uncertainty at a key stage of India’s regulatory process.

India’s Orange Economy: Creative Industries Outlook After Budget 2026

02/04/2026

As of 2026, India’s orange economy is emerging as a high-growth services opportunity, spanning media, live concerts, AVGC, and creative industries, supported by policy reform.

India-US Trade Deal Cuts Tariffs, Lifts Export and Investment Outlook

02/03/2026

India’s new trade agreement with the US reduces tariff risk, boosts exporter confidence, and signals renewed momentum for manufacturing, agriculture, and FDI-linked sectors.

Tax & Accounting

India Unveils Draft Income Tax Rules, 2026 Ahead of April 1 Rollout

02/09/2026

India’s tax administration has released the draft Income Tax Rules, 2026. The proposal streamlines the compliance framework, reducing it to 333 rules and 190 statutory forms. Public consultation remains open until February 22, 2026.

Budget 2026 Explainer: Tax Clarity and Incentives for Cloud, Data Centers & AI Players

02/02/2026

Budget 2026–27 elevates data centers to strategic infrastructure, pairing tax exemptions and regulatory certainty with India’s fast-growing digital demand. For global cloud players, India is moving from an emerging data center market to a scale-and-stability play position.

Budget 2026 Resets GIFT City Economics for Banks with 20-Year IBU Tax Holiday

02/02/2026

India’s Union Budget 2026 proposes a 20-year tax holiday during a 25-year period for International Banking Units in GIFT City, followed by a concessional 15 percent tax rate.

What the Binny Bansal Tax Residency Ruling Means for HNIs Moving Abroad

01/30/2026

The ITAT’s ruling on the Binny Bansal tax residency case highlights that global mobility without meaningful economic disengagement does not eliminate tax exposure. For founders and investors, substance and timing outweigh physical location or day-count management when seeking treaty benefits.

US Parent-India Subsidiary: Transfer Pricing and Intercompany Agreements

01/22/2026

US parent companies with subsidiaries in India face heightened transfer pricing scrutiny when intercompany agreements, operational reality, and financial outcomes do not align. Ensuring documentation consistently reflects the Indian subsidiary’s role and value creation is critical to managing audit and dispute risk.

Tiger Global-Flipkart Tax Dispute: A Landmark Test of India’s Anti-Avoidance Regime

01/19/2026

On January 15, 2026, the Supreme Court of India reaffirmed the country’s substance-over-form doctrine in the Tiger Global-Flipkart case, confirming that tax authorities may deny treaty benefits under GAAR even where valid TRCs are in place. For foreign investors, the ruling underscores the importance of establishing genuine commercial substance.

Legal & Regulatory

One Central Registration: India's Answer to Labor Compliance Complexity

02/09/2026

India’s one central registration under the new labor codes streamlines employer registrations, licenses, and returns, while preserving statutory worker protections.

India’s New Insurance FDI Framework Takes Effect from February 5, 2026

02/05/2026

India’s liberalized insurance foreign direct investment (FDI) regime is now operational, allowing up to 100 percent foreign ownership from February 5, 2026, under the amended insurance laws.

What the Binny Bansal Tax Residency Ruling Means for HNIs Moving Abroad

01/30/2026

The ITAT’s ruling on the Binny Bansal tax residency case highlights that global mobility without meaningful economic disengagement does not eliminate tax exposure. For founders and investors, substance and timing outweigh physical location or day-count management when seeking treaty benefits.

India Amends Foreign Investment Rules for Insurance Companies: What Global Insurers Need to Know

01/29/2026

India has amended its Insurance Foreign Investment Rules in 2025, aligning FDI with FEMA norms and updating ownership and governance requirements. Here’s what global insurers need to know

PAN vs TAN in India: Applicability, Forms, and Compliance for Foreign Companies

01/27/2026

Understand PAN and TAN requirements in India for foreign companies and investors. Learn applicability, Forms 49A/49AA/49B, and common compliance mistakes.

How to Start a Company in India: A Practical, Compliance-First Guide

01/23/2026

A practical, step-by-step guide to starting a company in India, covering legal structures, FDI rules, tax registrations, GST, labor laws, and key government approvals.

Industries

India’s New Insurance FDI Framework Takes Effect from February 5, 2026

02/05/2026

India’s liberalized insurance foreign direct investment (FDI) regime is now operational, allowing up to 100 percent foreign ownership from February 5, 2026, under the amended insurance laws.

India’s Orange Economy: Creative Industries Outlook After Budget 2026

02/04/2026

As of 2026, India’s orange economy is emerging as a high-growth services opportunity, spanning media, live concerts, AVGC, and creative industries, supported by policy reform.

Budget 2026 Resets GIFT City Economics for Banks with 20-Year IBU Tax Holiday

02/02/2026

India’s Union Budget 2026 proposes a 20-year tax holiday during a 25-year period for International Banking Units in GIFT City, followed by a concessional 15 percent tax rate.

India's Union Budget 2026-27: Industrial Growth, Infrastructure Spending, Tax Reforms, and What Global Investors Need to Know

02/01/2026

India’s Union Budget 2026–27 outlines major manufacturing incentives, infrastructure capex, tax simplification, and investor facilitation. Key takeaways for global investors.

Investing in India’s Insurance Sector: Frequently Asked Questions

01/29/2026

Given the significant legal amendments introduced in late 2025, we address some commonly asked questions about investing in India’s insurance sector.

India Amends Foreign Investment Rules for Insurance Companies: What Global Insurers Need to Know

01/29/2026

India has amended its Insurance Foreign Investment Rules in 2025, aligning FDI with FEMA norms and updating ownership and governance requirements. Here’s what global insurers need to know

HR & Payroll

One Central Registration: India's Answer to Labor Compliance Complexity

02/09/2026

India’s one central registration under the new labor codes streamlines employer registrations, licenses, and returns, while preserving statutory worker protections.

Gujarat Updates Labor Rules for Shops & Commercial Establishments

01/14/2026

Gujarat’s Shops & Establishments amendments, notified on December 16, 2025, introduce key labor compliance changes, including higher applicability thresholds, extended working and overtime limits, and regulated night-shift employment for women.

An Introduction to Doing Business in India 2026 - New Publication Out Now

01/07/2026

The 2026 edition of 'An Introduction to Doing Business in India' provides practical insights for foreign firms and investors navigating India’s fast-evolving market, covering key policy developments and essential legal and operational areas such as company incorporation, taxation, audit, and HR and payroll.

How India’s New Labor Codes Will Reshape M&A Transactions in 2026

01/02/2026

India’s four new labor codes, notified on November 21, 2025, are going to influence mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activities in India in FY 2026-27 by turning workforce compliance into a core financial and deal-structuring issue.

India Releases Labor Code Draft Rules; Stakeholder Feedback Begins Dec. 31, 2025

12/31/2025

India’s central government has issued draft rules for all four labor codes and invited public comments from December 31, 2025, to February 14, 2026. Once finalized, the rules are expected to be implemented in phases across states.

How India's New e-B-4 Visa Solves Your Foreign Talent Challenges

12/18/2025

India’s new e-B-4 Visa has replaced the e-PLI visa, introducing a streamlined digital sponsorship framework for Indian companies engaging foreign expertise. We outline the policy changes, application process, and strategic implications.

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