The Indian parliament has passed the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development (Amendment) Bill 2026, aiming to reduce payment delays, streamline dispute processes, and modernise compliance for MSMEs through measures like mandatory use of TReDS and faster arbitration procedures. Parliament…
India faces increasing challenges in maintaining manufacturing ties with China as Beijing tightens business visa scrutiny for Indian professionals, exposing persistent reliance on Chinese components and expertise amid efforts to localise production. China’s tightening of business visa scrutiny for Indian…
Blackstone is intensifying its focus on West Bengal, exploring large-scale investments across healthcare, real estate, and hospitality, as it seeks to capitalise on emerging project opportunities and market reforms in the state. Blackstone is deepening its search for deals in…
India’s Supreme Court is moving towards a decisive hearing on the constitutionality of the 2025 online gaming ban, a case that has significant implications for the sector amid ongoing regulatory crackdowns and industry concerns. India’s Supreme Court has moved a…
At its first general body meeting of 2026-27, Credai outlined a comprehensive strategy expanding beyond construction to include environmental conservation, digital solutions, and skill development, signalling a transformative phase for India’s real estate industry aligned with national and global trends.…
India’s parliamentary watchdog has called on the oil ministry for clearer accountability on how new exploration awards and licensing policy rounds will boost domestic crude production amid continued decline and investment discrepancies. India’s parliamentary watchdog on petroleum has pressed the…
India’s Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act faces renewed scrutiny as the government seeks to position the law as a regulatory measure rather than a tool for restricting religious activities or foreign funding, amidst ongoing debates over civic space and religious independence.…
The Reserve Bank of India is drafting rules that could allow lenders to disable functions on smartphones and tablets only for loans overdue by 60 to 90 days, marking a significant shift in enforcement practices and borrower protections in digital…
As India’s savings account rates recalibrate in 2026, the disparity between public and private banks grows, prompting savers to reassess where they park their cash amidst varying yields and tiered structures. Savings account rates in India are moving again in…
The latest Purchasing Managers’ Index data for July indicates a solid recovery in business activity across major economies, though continued cost pressures raise questions about sustainability of growth, making PMI insights crucial for investors strategising ahead of harder data. For…
Kolkata’s D2CX Converge highlights the importance of operational systems and customer understanding for emerging Indian consumer brands aiming for growth amid intense competition and a expanding market. Kolkata’s consumer brand community gathered this week for a practical look at what…
India’s upcoming Income Tax Act, 2025, streamlines the withholding tax framework on commission payments from April 2026, introducing new thresholds and simplifications aimed at modernising the country’s tax compliance landscape. India’s new Income Tax Act, 2025, which takes effect from…
