Other Briefings
Apple’s Contract Manufacturers and Component Suppliers in India
Apple is reportedly planning to expand its partnership with Tata Group to manage iPhone and MacBook repairs in India. We note major contract manufacturers of Apple products in India and list their locations and investment scope.
Countdown to the End of the 90-Day Tariff Pause: Where Does India Stand Now?
As the 90-day US tariff pause nears its end, India faces crucial trade decisions. India’s ongoing talks with the US aim to protect its key sectors, while lessons from Vietnam’s recent deal offer critical insights.
India’s Updated Income Tax Return Forms for AY 2025–26 Explained
India’s tax authority has extended the ITR filing deadline to September 15, 2025. The extension follows key updates to ITR forms, including changes in capital gains reporting, revised LTCG exemptions, and form-specific enhancements.
India-UK FTA Finalized After Three Years of Negotiations
The India–UK FTA, finalized on May 6, 2025, targets implementation in the next 15 months, aiming to enhance trade, reduce tariffs on 90 percent of goods, improve market access, and create jobs in both countries.
India’s Semiconductor Sector: Tracking Government Support and Investment Trends
The Union Cabinet approved the sixth semiconductor unit under the India Semiconductor Mission. We track India’s efforts to facilitate foreign investment into its indigenous semiconductor industry.
India’s Passport Rules 2025: Key Changes You Need to Know
India’s 2025 passport reforms introduce biometric ePassport, digital address integration, and stricter documentation rules—enhancing security, streamlining travel, and benefiting global business operations.
India’s Employment Linked Incentive Scheme Targets 35 Million Jobs Over Two Years
India’s Employment Linked Incentive (ELI) Scheme, launched on July 1, 2025, offers incentives to first-time employees and employers. The scheme benefits shall apply to positions created between August 1, 2025, and July 31, 2027.
Understanding India’s DPDP Consent Management Rules for Businesses
India released its Consent Management System (CMS) guidelines on June 6, 2025 via the Business Requirements Document (BRD), offering technical direction under the upcoming Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, 2023.
