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Global Business & PartnershipsNov 4, 202611 min readJio Wants Comcast and Charter as Global Partners. India's Technology Export Strategy Is Changing
Jio Platforms is exploring partnerships with US broadband giants Comcast and Charter Communications to license its proprietary wireless broadband technology in exchange for potential equity stakes. The discussions signal a new international expansion model for Indian technology companies: exporting technology through established global operators rather than building overseas infrastructure from scratch.
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India Investment IntelligenceOct 26, 202611 min readJakson Solar Plans a $525 Million Manufacturing Expansion in India. The Opportunity Goes Beyond Solar Panels
Jakson Solar plans to invest up to ₹5,000 crore in facilities for solar cells and ingot-wafers, each with 3 GW of annual capacity. The proposed expansion highlights an opportunity for international businesses across solar manufacturing equipment, materials, engineering and industrial technology.
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India Investment IntelligenceOct 25, 202612 min readIndia’s Private Investment Pipeline Hits ₹99.7 Lakh Crore. Where Global Businesses Should Look
India’s private capital expenditure pipeline reached ₹99.7 lakh crore in September 2026, up 39% year-on-year. Manufacturing and electricity dominate, while IT-enabled services are growing rapidly. For international companies, the opportunity lies in identifying projects that will actually proceed—and the customers, suppliers and partners needed to participate.
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India Investment IntelligenceOct 19, 202610 min readJio’s $3.2 Billion IPO Draws Over $25 Billion in Anchor Bids. What Global Investors See in India
Jio Platforms’ record-breaking IPO has attracted extraordinary demand from global institutional investors, including BlackRock, Fidelity and the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority. The response offers a window into how investors are assessing India’s digital infrastructure, cloud and AI opportunity—and what international businesses should take away from it.
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India Market AccessOct 16, 202610 min readIndia–US Trade Deal: Washington Says the Big Issues Are Done. What Businesses Should Prepare For
With US officials signalling progress in India–US trade negotiations ahead of high-level meetings from 19–22 October, companies should prepare for potential changes in market access, tariffs and cross-border partnerships—without assuming the final terms are settled.
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India Investment IntelligenceOct 15, 20268 min readFairfax’s ₹52,878 Crore IDBI Bank Deal Gets Cabinet Approval. What It Signals to Foreign Investors
The Indian government has approved Fairfax Financial Holdings’ proposed acquisition of a 60.72% stake in IDBI Bank for ₹52,878 crore. Beyond the headline valuation, the deal offers a useful case study in how foreign investors navigate India’s regulated financial sector.
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India BusinessOct 14, 202610 min readJabil and Adani Want to Manufacture AI Data Centre Equipment in India. The Opportunity Goes Beyond Servers.
Jabil and Adani Enterprises have signed a non-binding agreement outlining a proposed 50:50 joint venture to manufacture AI racks, servers, storage, networking and supporting power-and-cooling equipment in India. The development signals a potential expansion of India's role in the AI infrastructure value chain—and creates questions for international suppliers seeking to participate.
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India BusinessOct 12, 20269 min readTata Motors and Stellantis Will Develop Vehicles for 50+ Markets. India’s Role Is Changing.
Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles and Stellantis have expanded their partnership beyond manufacturing into vehicle technology and product development. With vehicles intended for more than 50 global markets to be manufactured in India, the agreement highlights opportunities for automotive suppliers, engineering firms and international companies seeking Indian partners.
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India BusinessOct 10, 20269 min readRBI Tightens Forex Rules as the Rupee Comes Under Pressure. What Global Businesses Need to Know
The Reserve Bank of India has introduced measures to ease pressure on the rupee, including a dedicated dollar-supply facility for three state-owned oil companies and tighter rules for certain foreign-exchange derivative transactions. For international companies operating in India, the announcement is a reminder that currency risk must be part of market-entry and operating strategy.
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India BusinessOct 9, 20263 min readIndia’s GST Council Clears Export Rule Changes That Could Make Contract Manufacturing More Attractive
India is changing aspects of its GST export framework, including the treatment of work performed on foreign-owned goods and certain services delivered through overseas branches. For international companies, the changes could improve working capital and strengthen the case for using Indian contract manufacturers and service partners.
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India BusinessOct 5, 20267 min readCanon Wants to Bring Semiconductor Service Centres to India. That Is the Bigger Story.
Canon's plan to bring lithography technology and dedicated service centres to India reveals something important about the country's semiconductor push: the opportunity is expanding beyond chip manufacturing into equipment, maintenance, technical services and specialised partnerships.
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Global BusinessOct 4, 20268 min readIndia Is Pitching Target, Nike and Mondelez on a Bigger India Opportunity
India's latest US outreach is targeting some of the world's biggest companies—from Target and Nike to Mondelez, ADM and Cognition. The pitch is no longer just about manufacturing. It is about building businesses in India.
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Global BusinessOct 1, 20267 min readIndia-US Trade Deal Moves Again. The Real Question Is What American Companies Get From India
India and the US are pushing to conclude an interim trade agreement, but Washington says a deal is not imminent. For American companies, the bigger question is what improved market access could unlock in India.
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Global BusinessSep 29, 20268 min readUAE Signals Another $25 Billion for India. The Opportunity Is Bigger Than FDI
The UAE has signalled another $25 billion of investment intent in India, with ports, shipbuilding, logistics, energy, space and technology among the areas under discussion. The bigger story is how India is becoming a platform for cross-border business.
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Global BusinessSep 28, 20268 min readUS-China Just Cut Tariffs on $60 Billion of Goods. What It Changes for India’s China+1 Opportunity
The US and China have agreed to reduce tariffs on about $60 billion of goods. For global companies, the bigger question is what happens next to the China+1 strategy—and where India fits.
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Trade & Market AccessSep 27, 20269 min readIndia Just Cut the Paperwork for UK Companies Selling Into India
India has eased the customs paperwork required for UK imports seeking preferential tariffs under the India–UK CETA. The change could make it simpler for UK companies to use the trade agreement’s tariff benefits when selling into India.
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India Market EntrySep 25, 20269 min readIndia May Cut the 5-Year Wait for Foreign Investors to 2 Years
India is preparing to update its bilateral investment treaty framework while negotiating new investment pacts with major economies. For international companies, the development is a reminder that entering India requires understanding not only the market opportunity, but also the rules governing investment and disputes.
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India Market EntrySep 23, 20268 min readGlobal Companies Are Building Their Future in India. Hyderabad Shows Where the Next Opportunity Is.
Syneos Health’s new Hyderabad centre reflects a broader shift in how global companies are using India. The country is increasingly becoming a place to build technology, R&D, specialised talent and global capabilities—not simply a delivery destination.
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Technology & ManufacturingSep 22, 20267 min readIndia Is Building a Semiconductor Industry. Now It Has to Make It Resilient.
India’s semiconductor ambitions are moving from policy to physical infrastructure. But as global investment accelerates, resilience, supplier diversification, cybersecurity and local partnerships are becoming just as important as manufacturing capacity.
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Market EntrySep 21, 20266 min readJapan built the playbook. Korea scaled it. China reshaped the industry. Now, the world is watching India.
Nothing CEO Carl Pei has described India as an increasingly important hub for global consumer electronics. The opportunity for international technology companies extends beyond manufacturing to market access, partnerships, distribution and local execution.
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India Market InsightsSep 21, 20266 min readIndia’s IPO Pipeline: What Global Businesses Can Learn from Companies Preparing to Go Public
Six companies are preparing to raise a combined ₹3,825 crore through mainboard IPOs. Beyond investor interest, the pipeline offers international businesses a useful lens into India’s expanding corporate landscape and potential partnership opportunities.
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India Market InsightsSep 19, 20266 min readIndia–Canada Trade Talks: What Businesses Should Prepare for Before a Deal
India and Canada are working toward a comprehensive economic partnership agreement by the end of 2026. For businesses, the negotiations create a timely reason to assess cross-border opportunities, identify partners and prepare for possible changes in market access.
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India Market InsightsSep 18, 20265 min readEastern India Is Making a Bigger Business Pitch. What Should Global Companies Look For?
Eastern India is seeking greater investor attention through a coordinated regional pitch. For international companies, the opportunity is to look beyond individual states and assess the region’s markets, capabilities, partners and practical routes to entry.
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India Market InsightsSep 17, 20266 min readTata Sons’ Governance Crossroads: What Global Businesses Can Learn from India’s Biggest Conglomerate
Tata Sons’ latest board decisions bring leadership continuity, ownership rights and regulatory obligations into focus. For international companies, the developments offer a window into the governance dynamics that can shape business in India.
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Business & InvestmentSep 13, 20269 min readIndia Is No Longer Just an Offshore Hub. PwC’s 40,000-Person JV Shows What Comes Next
PwC’s proposed 40,000-person joint venture in India is more than a restructuring exercise. It signals a broader shift in how global companies are using India for consulting, technology, engineering and AI capabilities.
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Market EntrySep 12, 20269 min readWhy Global Consumer Brands Are Turning to India for Their Next Decade of Growth
India is moving from being an emerging-market opportunity to becoming a strategic growth engine for global consumer companies. From L’Oréal and Nestlé to Mondelez and Reckitt, major brands are seeing room for deeper consumption, premiumisation and distribution.
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Market EntrySep 7, 20268 min readUK technology company Filtronic is entering India’s space and defence market
Filtronic’s new partnership with Marubeni subsidiary Spur Microwave is more than a route-to-market agreement. It shows why international companies entering India increasingly need local relationships, market knowledge and trusted access to customers.
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Technology & InvestmentSep 5, 20268 min readWhy India Is Becoming a Global AI Infrastructure Destination
TCS’s planned ₹70,000 crore AI data-centre campus in Hyderabad is more than a technology investment. It signals that India is positioning itself as a serious destination for the infrastructure powering the global AI economy.
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Market EntrySep 4, 20267 min readWhy Carrefour’s Return to India Is a Lesson in Smarter Market Entry
Carrefour is back in India, this time with a franchise-led strategy and a local partner. Its return offers an important lesson for international companies: entering India successfully often requires more than a strong global brand.
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Business & InvestmentSep 2, 20266 min readWhy Global Investors Are Betting on India’s Digital Infrastructure
La Caisse’s major investment in Altius Telecom Infrastructure Trust is more than a telecom deal. It reflects growing global confidence in India’s digital economy and the infrastructure supporting its next phase of growth.
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International BusinessAug 31, 20269 min readCentral Asia Is Becoming a More Interesting Market for Indian Business
India and Uzbekistan are deepening cooperation across trade, investment, healthcare, digital infrastructure, agriculture and emerging industries. The relationship could give businesses a stronger platform for engaging with the wider Central Asian market.
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International BusinessAug 29, 202610 min readIndia - Argentina: A Business Corridor That Could Be Much Bigger
India and Argentina are expanding their economic relationship beyond traditional trade, opening opportunities across pharmaceuticals, agriculture, lithium, energy, space and digital technology. For businesses, the bigger opportunity may be in building partnerships across the two markets.
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International BusinessAug 28, 20268 min readIndia–Canada Is Reopening a Much Bigger Business Conversation
India and Canada are rebuilding their economic relationship with a new push on investment, trade, fintech and critical minerals. For businesses, the bigger opportunity may be the reopening of a commercial corridor that had been underused.
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Market EntryAug 27, 20269 min readWhy WACKER Is Building Its Global Capabilities in India
WACKER's new Global Capability Centre in Pune is designed to support engineering, IT and digital transformation across its global operations. The move highlights how international companies are increasingly looking at India not simply as a market, but as a place to build global capabilities.
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Market EntryAug 25, 20269 min readSingtel Wants Into India’s Satellite Market. Here’s What That Says About Market Entry
Singtel’s move to enter India’s satellite communications market shows how international companies can use an existing local presence, partnerships and market knowledge to expand into new opportunities.
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Market EntryAug 24, 20268 min readWhy ICEYE’s India Entry Is Bigger Than a New Office
Finnish space-intelligence company ICEYE has formally established an Indian entity and plans to build local manufacturing capabilities. Its India strategy offers a useful lesson for international technology companies looking to turn market access into a long-term presence.
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Market EntryAug 23, 20267 min readWhy Global Brands Are Choosing Partners to Enter India
From Lululemon and Fabletics to international beauty and fashion brands, global companies are increasingly choosing Indian partners to build their presence in India. The trend offers an important lesson about market entry.
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Market EntryAug 22, 20268 min readWhy European Companies May Need a Different India Entry Strategy
More than 100 Finnish companies are already active in India, while new opportunities are emerging across technology, sustainability, space and clean industries. The bigger lesson is why partnerships may offer European companies a smarter route into the Indian market.
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Market EntryAug 21, 20267 min readIndia Is Quietly Opening Another Door for Foreign Businesses
India has already received 29 foreign investment proposals worth $511.5 million under its revised FDI framework. The development signals a more nuanced approach to foreign investment and creates new possibilities for international companies looking at India.
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Market EntryAug 19, 20267 min readWhy Volkswagen Is Looking for a Local Partner in India
Volkswagen's search for a local partner in India highlights an important lesson for international companies: succeeding in India may require more than bringing a global brand and business model. It may require the right local relationship.
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Market EntryAug 18, 20266 min readWhat Swiggy’s Foreign Ownership Move Tells International Companies About India
Swiggy’s move to cap foreign ownership at 49.5% is more than a corporate restructuring decision. It highlights how India’s regulatory framework can influence the way international capital participates in the Indian market.
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Market EntryAug 17, 20266 min readBlackRock Is Changing Its India Strategy. That Says Something Important About Entering India
JioBlackRock's decision to expand into India's distributor network highlights an important reality of market entry: successful international businesses often have to adapt their global playbook to local market behaviour.
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ManufacturingAug 14, 20265 min readIndia’s Electronics Export Boom Is Changing the Global Manufacturing Map
India’s electronics exports have grown dramatically, signalling a deeper transformation from a domestic electronics market into an increasingly important global manufacturing and export base.
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Market EntryAug 13, 20265 min readWhy International Companies Are Choosing India’s Industrial Clusters
New investment commitments from global companies in Tamil Nadu offer a glimpse into how international businesses are approaching India: not simply as a market, but as an increasingly integrated manufacturing and supply-chain destination.
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Market EntryAug 12, 20265 min readTaiwanese Businesses Are Reconsidering India as Global Supply Chains Reshape
A fresh Taiwan-focused analysis highlights a broader shift in global manufacturing: India is increasingly being considered not simply as a large market, but as a strategic location for manufacturing, supply-chain diversification and long-term business expansion.
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International BusinessAug 11, 20267 min readForeign Investment Is No Longer Just About Capital. It Is About the Ecosystem.
Foreign companies can bring capital into a market, but long-term success depends on the ecosystem around that investment. A new US initiative highlights why suppliers, partners and local relationships matter.
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International BusinessAug 10, 20266 min readGlobal Supply Chains Are Being Rewritten. Where Does India Fit?
Global trade is becoming more diversified and interconnected. As companies rethink supply chains, India's expanding manufacturing base and trade network are creating a larger strategic opportunity.
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International BusinessAug 8, 20265 min readOver 500,000 UK Visas to Indians: What It Signals for India–UK Business
More than 500,000 UK visas granted to Indians highlight the depth of the India–UK corridor—and the growing importance of relationships in cross-border business.
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Business StrategyAug 7, 20264 min readWhen Cross-Border Mobility Becomes a Supply Chain Risk
Global supply chains depend not only on factories and logistics but also on the movement of people. As immigration policies tighten across several countries, businesses must rethink how they manage international expansion and operational resilience.
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Market EntryAug 5, 20263 min readThe India - UK Trade Deal Is More Than a Trade Agreement. It's a Market Entry Opportunity.
The India - UK trade agreement is more than a diplomatic milestone. It strengthens India's position as a global manufacturing and export hub while creating new opportunities for businesses looking to expand across both markets.
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Business StrategyAug 4, 20264 min readPolicy Stability Is Becoming India's Biggest Competitive Advantage
As global companies diversify their supply chains, policy certainty has become just as important as labour costs. India's long-term manufacturing incentives are sending a clear message to international investors: stability drives investment.
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India BusinessAug 2, 20264 min readWhy Japan's New India Business Desk Signals a Bigger Opportunity for Global Companies
Japan has created a dedicated India business division to support companies entering the Indian market—a strong signal of India's growing importance in global business and manufacturing strategies.
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Manufacturing & Supply ChainAug 1, 20264 min readIndia's Semiconductor Ambitions Just Got Bigger: Why Global Manufacturers Should Pay Attention
India's semiconductor ambitions are gathering momentum. Here's why global manufacturers, suppliers, and investors should pay close attention to the country's evolving semiconductor ecosystem.
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Market Entry StrategyJul 30, 20264 min readHow to Enter the Indian Market: A Practical Step-by-Step Guide for International Companies
Entering India successfully requires more than identifying demand. This guide explains the practical steps international companies should follow before investing in sales, distribution, or local operations.
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India Market EntryJul 30, 20264 min readIndia's New E-commerce FDI Policy Creates a New Export Gateway - Here's What Foreign Manufacturers Should Do Next
India's latest FDI policy change isn't just about Amazon - it signals a broader opportunity for international manufacturers to use India as an export hub.
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Market Entry StrategyJul 30, 20263 min readWhy International Companies Fail in India: Seven Market Entry Mistakes That Can Be Avoided
India is one of the world's fastest-growing markets, yet many international companies underestimate the challenges of entering it successfully.
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Manufacturing & Supply ChainJul 30, 20265 min readIndia's Smartphone Export Boom: What It Means for Global Manufacturers
India's record smartphone exports are more than an economic milestone—they signal the country's growing role in global manufacturing and supply chains. Here's what international businesses should know.
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Market EntryJul 30, 20264 min readIndia's Next Manufacturing Advantage Is Trust: Why Global Buyers Are Looking Beyond Cost
India is evolving from being a cost-effective manufacturing destination to becoming a trusted strategic sourcing partner. Here's why global businesses should pay attention.
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