Company Secretary
A practitioner-led explanation of how GIFT City enables foreign direct investment into India through IFSC structures, FEMA flexibility, downstream investments, pricing efficiency, and cleaner exit pathways for global investors.
GIFT IFSC is no longer just a tax alternative to Singapore or Dubai. This article explains when Indian promoters should choose IFSC over overseas subsidiaries, analysing regulatory philosophy, FEMA treatment, capital mobility, governance control, and investor perception—so founders make jurisdiction decisions aligned with long-term regulatory and business strategy.
An in-depth opinion piece explaining why IFSC entities are treated as non-residents under FEMA, why foreign investment is not FDI, and why Indian investment is classified as ODI—grounded in statutory analysis and regulatory intent.
A narrative comparison of IFSC Units and domestic Indian companies, explaining the regulatory, FEMA, tax and operational differences that matter for globalising businesses.
Repatriating profits from India involves more than tax planning — it requires precise compliance under FEMA, RBI, and the Income Tax Act. This guide explains how foreign investors can legally transfer profits through dividends, buybacks, or royalties while avoiding regulatory and tax scrutiny.
Foreign investment in India involves more than just capital inflow. It brings complex tax and regulatory implications under FEMA, the Income Tax Act, and DTAAs. This guide explains how FDI is structured, taxed, and repatriated — and how investors can stay fully compliant and tax-efficient.
