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Economy & Trade

India's FTA Gambit 2026: Implementation, Expansion, and Strategic Realignment

04/09/2026

Monitor the 2026 status of all of India’s Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) and CEPAs. This live tracker covers the historic EU deal, UK CETA implementation, and ongoing negotiations with Canada, the GCC, and the US.

India’s Mandatory Halal Certification 2026: New Country List & I-CAS Compliance Deadlines

04/08/2026

India has expanded the I-CAS Halal certification requirement to 20 additional markets, bringing the total number of covered export destinations to 35 as of 2026. Explore the newly added markets and implementation timelines for exporters.

US Pharma Tariff 2026: Decoding the 100% Patented Drug Levy and the Generic Exemption

04/03/2026

The US administration under President Donald J. Trump has implemented a 100% tariff on patented pharma products to curb import dependence. While Indian generics are exempt for now, a one-year review and API onshoring rules signal long-term shifts.

India's EMI Scheme 2026-2028: New Deferred Customs Duty Facility for Eligible Manufacturer Importers

04/02/2026

The Eligible Manufacturer Importers, or EMI scheme, effective from April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2028, allows compliant Indian manufacturers to move from transaction-based payments to a monthly consolidated duty cycle.

India Refines RELIEF Support for West Asia Exports; Focus on Shipments Till June 15

04/02/2026

India launched the RELIEF initiative in 2026, with a budgetary outlay of INR 4.97 billion, to support exporters amid West Asia disruptions. Explore ECGC insurance tiers and MSME freight reimbursements.

India’s Crude Oil Tracker 2026: Supply Diversification and Energy Security Measures

04/02/2026

With crude prices hitting US$113.57 as of March 11, 2026, is India’s energy supply secure? Learn about the March 2026 Natural Gas Control Order, increased domestic LPG production, and India’s shift to sourcing crude oil from 40 different countries.

Tax & Accounting

TDS Compliance & DTAA Optimization: A Guide to India’s Income-tax Act, 2025 for FY 2026-27

04/10/2026

A comprehensive guide to India’s new TDS regime in FY 2026-27 for businesses and foreign investors. Learn about withholding tax on debt, capital gains, and technical services under the Income-tax Act, 2025.

Income Tax Assessment in India (2025-26): Scrutiny Timelines & New Reassessment Rules

04/08/2026

Gain a clear understanding of the transition to the Income-tax Act, 2025, including the revised tax assessment framework, scrutiny timelines, and reassessment provisions.

OIDAR Compliance in India: GST Registration, NTOR Rules, and Key Risks for Digital Service Providers

04/07/2026

Supplying digital services to India? Even a single B2C transaction can trigger GST registration—understand OIDAR rules, NTOR risks, and compliance requirements.

India's Tax Compliance Deadlines for April & May

04/06/2026

FY 2026-27 represents a transition in India’s tax compliance calendar, with the new framework taking effect April 1. Businesses and investors face a dual-responsibility period: closing out obligations for the previous year under the old law while adopting new reporting structures for current transactions.

Transitioning From Form 10F to Form 41: New DTAA Compliance Under Income-tax Act, 2025

04/01/2026

DTAA relief in India now requires Form 41 under Section 159(8) of the Income-tax Act, 2025. Explore new documentation rules and tax residency certificate (TRC) mandates for non-residents.

India’s Modern Gratuity Regime: Calculation, Taxation, and Statutory Compliance

03/23/2026

Understand gratuity in India for FY 2026–27, including eligibility, calculation under the Code on Wages, and tax treatment under the Income-tax Act, 2025 and Rules, 2026, with exemptions and relief provisions.

Legal & Regulatory

India’s Mandatory Halal Certification 2026: New Country List & I-CAS Compliance Deadlines

04/08/2026

India has expanded the I-CAS Halal certification requirement to 20 additional markets, bringing the total number of covered export destinations to 35 as of 2026. Explore the newly added markets and implementation timelines for exporters.

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.

India Eases E-commerce Export and Courier Trade Norms from April 1, 2026

04/01/2026

Effective April 1, 2026, India modernizes courier trade via the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) notifications 33 & 34/2026. Key updates include removal of export value limits, 15-day re-export options, and enhanced digital monitoring for returned e-commerce shipments.

Guide to Opening a Demat Account for Foreign Companies in India

03/30/2026

A practical business advisory for foreign companies on Demat account requirements in India, covering MCA’s dematerialization mandate, ISIN process, compliance steps, and implications for subsidiaries and joint ventures.

Corporate Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026: 10 Things Businesses Need to Know

03/25/2026

Explore 10 key highlights of India’s Corporate Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026, including IFSC reforms, CSR changes, audit rules, and compliance updates.

Employee Termination in India: Settlement Timelines, Retrenchment Rules, and Employer Compliance

03/24/2026

A strategic advisor’s guide to employee termination in India under the 2026 Industrial Relations Code. Navigate revised retrenchment protocols, mandatory 48-hour full and final settlements, and critical compliance mandates for modern enterprises.

Industries

US Pharma Tariff 2026: Decoding the 100% Patented Drug Levy and the Generic Exemption

04/03/2026

The US administration under President Donald J. Trump has implemented a 100% tariff on patented pharma products to curb import dependence. While Indian generics are exempt for now, a one-year review and API onshoring rules signal long-term shifts.

City Spotlight: Sanand, Gujarat—Semiconductor Momentum Meets Industrial Depth

03/31/2026

Sanand, Gujarat, is bridging the gap in India's semiconductor value chain. Discover how cluster-based development and the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) are driving multi-million-dollar investments in automotive and AI chip manufacturing.

Noida and Greater Noida: Delhi-NCR's Investment Corridor—IT, Manufacturing, and Jewar Airport

03/30/2026

From IT hubs to industrial corridors, learn why the Noida, Greater Noida, and Jewar corridor is the new anchor of Delhi’s NCR. Get insights on land, policy, and 2026 project pipelines.

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

03/29/2026

Kaynes’ OSAT facility in Sanand, Gujarat, is set for inauguration on March 31, 2026. The unit will handle chip testing and packaging before commercialization, with an estimated production capacity of around 6 million chips per day.

Beyond Oil: How Gulf Disruptions Are Rewiring Global Supply Chains

03/26/2026

The 2026 West Asia conflict has triggered a systemic, multi-sector shock, with disruptions to urea and helium exports from the Gulf constraining global agriculture and semiconductor manufacturing supply chains.

India’s Race to Manufacture Affordable Obesity Drugs Amid Ozempic’s Market Entry

03/24/2026

India’s obesity-drug market is transforming as semaglutide goes off patent, driving Ozempic's generic manufacturing, price shifts, and new opportunities in GLP-1 therapies.

HR & Payroll

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.

Employee Termination in India: Settlement Timelines, Retrenchment Rules, and Employer Compliance

03/24/2026

A strategic advisor’s guide to employee termination in India under the 2026 Industrial Relations Code. Navigate revised retrenchment protocols, mandatory 48-hour full and final settlements, and critical compliance mandates for modern enterprises.

Rethinking Payroll Under India's Income Tax Rules 2026: Employer Accountability in Salary and TDS

03/23/2026

Ensure your payroll is compliant with India’s Income Tax Rules, 2026, effective April 1. Learn more about new TDS norms, HRA documentation, and perquisite valuation under the Income-tax Act, 2025.

Understanding the Gujarat Shops and Establishments (Amendment) Act, 2026

03/18/2026

The Gujarat Shops and Establishments (Amendment) Act, 2026, formally notified on February 27, 2026, has come into effect. The changes introduce key labor compliance updates, including higher applicability thresholds, expanded working and overtime limits, and regulated night-shift employment for women.

Maternity Benefits in India in 2026: Key Rules, Supreme Court Expansion, and Employer Compliance

03/18/2026

India’s maternity benefit regime has expanded in 2026 following a landmark Supreme Court ruling granting adoptive mothers 12 weeks of leave regardless of the child’s age.

Standardizing Payroll in India: Leveraging the National Floor Wage Under the New Labor Codes

03/11/2026

India’s floor wage system under the Code on Wages, 2019, establishes a national wage benchmark that guides how minimum wages are set across states. Understanding its interaction with state-level minimum wage regulations is essential for businesses managing labor costs and compliance

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