India’s New Tax Law and Higher F&O STT Begin April 1 India’s new Income-tax Act, 2025 came into force on April 1, 2026, replacing the six-decade-old 1961 law with a more streamlined and accessible framework while retaining the broader tax architecture. Alongside the legal …
India’s CCTV Market Undergoes Structural Reset as Domestic Firms Gain Ground India’s CCTV market is entering a major transition phase as stricter government security and certification norms reshape the competitive landscape, effectively pushing Chinese internet-connected camera makers such as Hikvision and Dahua out of …
Taiwan Positions Itself as Key Partner in India’s Digital and High-Tech Growth At the Convergence India Expo 2026, the Executive Director of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Center in India emphasised Taiwan’s commitment to supporting India’s digital transformation, highlighting its role as a strategic …
India Expands Trade Push with Philippines PTA and Maldives FTA Talks India has formalised the terms of reference (ToR) with the Philippines and the Maldives to initiate negotiations on new trade agreements, according to the Commerce Ministry. While talks with the Philippines will focus …
INTRODUCTIONFollowing our previous report, “Entry Strategies and Ecosystem Adaptation for Taiwanese Component/PC Firms,” this 2026 Q1 update examines India’s transition from a traditional assembly hub into a high-tech semiconductor powerhouse. Driven by labor costs roughly one-third of China’s and strategic …
This report serves as a practical guide for Taiwanese ICT an electronic components manufacturers looking to build a serious presence in the Indian market. Written from the perspective of Taiwan as a global hardware leader, it examines how India is …
This report brings India’s fast-rising smart manufacturing boom to life, showcasing how Industry 4.0, AI, robotics, and automation are reshaping factories across the country. It highlights the explosive growth of digital adoption, the power of government incentives, and the fresh …
India is embarking on a major transformation in how it develops and applies Artificial Intelligence, positioning it as a catalyst for economic growth, social development, and improved public services. Backed by a large population, a diverse economy, and fast-growing digital …
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