Friday 31 August 2018

India’s Mega Port Development Project ‘Sagarmala’: An Explainer for Investors


The Sagarmala initiative by the Indian government to develop the country's port infrastructure will complement existing rail and road networks, thereby making coastal shipping more viable.

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Thursday 30 August 2018

Delhi, Tamil Nadu, Haryana Top Investment Destinations in India: NCAER Report 2018


Delhi is the most attractive state for investors, followed by Tamil Nadu and Gujarat, based on the NCAER's assessment of doing business in 21 Indian states.

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Wednesday 29 August 2018

RCEP Negotiations and India’s Position on the Asia-Pacific Trade Pact


Maximalist positions on core issues threaten to derail RCEP negotiations. India seeks concessions on the movement of skilled professionals while member countries demand tariff relaxation on 92 percent of traded goods from India.

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Tuesday 28 August 2018

New LLP Rules in India: Applying for a DPIN


New limited liability partnership rules in India introduce new forms to obtain a DPIN as well as to notify of any changes in status quo.

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Saturday 25 August 2018

Banking industry to see write-backs: Official


With resolution of stressed assets, Indian banking sector is expected to see substantial write-backs by end of the current financial year, an official said on Friday.

Thursday 23 August 2018

India’s Free Trade Agreements


India has signed multiple trade facilitation agreements with various countries and regional blocs, including FTAs (ASEAN), PTAs (MERCOSUR), CECAs (Singapore), and CEPAs (Korea).

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Wednesday 22 August 2018

GST on Inter-State Office Services: Karnataka AAR Makes Companies in India Nervous


Employee services from the headquarters of a firm to its offices in other states will attract GST as it will be considered a taxable 'supply of service' under the CGST Act, as per a Karnataka AAR order.

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Tuesday 21 August 2018

Establishing a Joint Venture in India


Foreign investors entering into joint venture agreements with Indian partners should understand India's regulatory and tax landscape as well as perform key due diligence checks before incorporation or agreeing to an alliance or partnership.

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Friday 17 August 2018

Indian foundry units use sensors and reclaimed sand in production


One of the emerging trends in the Indian foundry industry is that some players have started using sensors and data analytics to optimise the use of materials and also reclamation of used sand, said an official of industry body, the Institute of Indian Foundrymen.

Thursday 16 August 2018

Doing Business in Maharashtra: Applying for a Gumasta License


Acquiring a Gumasta License is mandatory for doing any kind of business in the state of Maharashtra under the Shops and Establishment Act.

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Tuesday 14 August 2018

Delhi’s Minimum Wage Law: What Employers Need to Know


The Minimum Wages (Delhi) Amendment Act came into effect in May 2018; it stipulates new minimum wage rates, digital record of employees, cashless payments, and harsher penalties for non-compliance.

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Monday 13 August 2018

China Reduces Drug Tariffs, Indian Manufacturers Remain Skeptical over Market Access


Indian drug and medical device makers and exporters could enjoy greater market access in China after the country announced import tariff exemptions but concern over non-tariff barriers remains.

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Saturday 11 August 2018

IT firm CGI opens digital literacy centre in Bengaluru


Global IT and consulting services firm CGI on Friday opened the first digital literacy centre in this tech hub in partnership with the Indian IT industry apex body Nasscom Foundation for the benefit of the local communities.

Thursday 9 August 2018

HR Management in the Digital Workplace: Tips for Employers in India


The optimal digital HR management strategy can automate company processes, ensure they are data-driven, and respond to internal and external pressures while also transforming the workforce in the organization.

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Wednesday 8 August 2018

India, South Korea Trade and Investment Ties: Focus on CEPA, Make in India


India and South Korea look to strengthen their bilateral trade and investment relations under CEPA and Make in India, with opportunities emerging in the infrastructure and manufacturing sectors.

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Tuesday 7 August 2018

Wednesday 1 August 2018

Selling Ayurveda in India’s FMCG Market: Matching Consumer Preferences for Natural, Organic Products


How entrants like Patanjali threaten to unseat top FMCG firms in India using the 'Ayurveda' brand and what it means for the larger FMCG consumer base.

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Advance Income Tax in India


Any person in India, whose estimated tax liability is more than Rs 10,000 (US$145) in a financial year, after deducting TDS, must pay income tax in advance. Normally, for tax liability less than Rs 10,000 (US$145), the income tax for a financial year is paid in the assessment year (AY). Under the advance tax method,[.....]

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Life insurers earn more in Oct selling lesser policies

The 24-company Indian life insurance industry closed last month with new business of Rs 22,776.03 crore, up by 31.87 per cent over the prev...