As essential services continue to operate during the COVID-19 lockdown in India, here is a list of best practices for organizations to ensure the well-being of employees.
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Businesses in India need to build local supply chain capacity to de-risk from China, lower manufacturing costs, and escape high import duties.
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India’s SEZs offer tax incentives to their resident businesses. In this article, we highlight key information relevant for companies setting up in an Indian SEZ or developing an SEZ.
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Chris Devonshire-Ellis discusses manufacturing opportunities for foreign firms in India after the COVID-19 pandemic ends.
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India just announced schemes for companies to reduce their compliance burden and ease operations amid COVID-19.
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In this issue of India Briefing, we outline key aspects that foreign companies must focus on when conducting due diligence on an entity operating in India
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India amended its insolvency law to ensure that the corporate insolvency resolution process is not affected by the lockdown period due to COVID-19.
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We spotlight the available IT solutions for businesses in India seeking to manage their shift to remote operations during the COVID-19 outbreak.
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Das indische Finanzministerium hat die Einhaltung einiger finanzieller und regulatorischer Vorschriften für Einzelpersonen und Unternehmen gelockert, da COVID-19 zu wirtschaftlicher Unsicherheit geführt hat. Die Erleichterungen umfassen eine Verlängerung der Fristen für die Einhaltung der Vorschriften, wie z.B. Einkommenssteuererklärungen und GST-Erklärungen. Der Zoll wurde bis zum 30. Juni 2020 als „wesentlicher Dienst“ bezeichnet. Es wird erwartet, dass bald[.....]
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India announces relief for businesses by extending major tax and compliance deadlines due to the impact of COVID-19.
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India’s electronics manufacturing sector will benefit from schemes worth US$6 billion targeting foreign investors seeking an alternative base in Asia.
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India is the first country in the world to make corporate social responsibility (CSR) mandatory, following an amendment to The Company Act, 2013 in April 2014. Businesses spend over a billion dollars of their profits in areas such as education, poverty, gender equality, and hunger programs.
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In this article we spotlight best practices for businesses in India that have staff telecommuting or working-from-home amid the COVID-19 (coronavirus) outbreak.
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India is considering tax breaks and easier loan repayment options for SMEs amid the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
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Auditors say firms in India may have to reflect the impact of COVID-19 related disruptions on their business operations in financial statements.
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New technologies, including artificial intelligence and automation software, are transforming how the HR industry in India operates.
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We take a look at industries and sectors in India that have been impacted by the supply chain disruption in China due to COVID-19.
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Liaison office is a popular option for foreign businesses looking to enter the Indian market. Here we discuss how to set up a liaison office in India.
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India’s lower house of parliament passed the direct tax bill, which aims to reduce tax litigation and settle ongoing tax disputes.
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India eased norms for single brand retail FDI, allowing them to fulfill their local sourcing requirements by procuring goods produced in SEZs.
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India Briefing and the professional serves firm Dezan Shira & Associates have sponsored and made charitable donations inspired by the Adam's Bridge Swim 2020.
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While US-India trade negotiations still continue, the two countries were able to sign key deals for defense and energy.
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Chris Devonshire-Ellis explains how India represents an important and accessible market for American businesses to tap into, and spotlights key sectors.
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Uncertainty looms around the US-India trade deal ahead of US President Donald Trump's scheduled visit to India on February 24 – 25.
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All public and private companies and certain LLPs are required to undergo a statutory audit. In this article we answer some frequently asked questions.
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A tax audit is mandatory in India for individuals and companies – if their turnover or gross receipts exceeds a specified threshold.
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Firms in India that have entered into non-complete agreements have to pay 18 percent GST on the non-compete fee.
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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 a partnership.
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This article will discuss the impact of coronavirus in China on businesses in India, and contingency plans for businesses facing production challenges.
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India is considered one of the preferred destinations for outsourcing and key back office functions. Apart from IT, jobs in sectors like HR and payroll management, digital marketing, and SEO are being increasingly outsourced to India. India is expected to be a global delivery center for artificial intelligence in the near future. Foreign companies, especially[.....]
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India has proposed a new income tax plan for individual taxpayers but the existing regime will continue. We break it down here.
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We review major takeaways for foreign investors from India’s national budget for FY 2020-21, which was presented on Saturday, February 1.
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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...
