Real estate audits play a crucial role in the financial oversight of an industry that involves substantial investment, long-term projects, and complex legal frameworks

Once an investor establishes a business in India—whether as a liaison office, project office, branch, or company—it must comply with Indian regulations. Below, we outline the recurring compliances impacting day-to-day operations, with specific applicability indicated for each entity type (CO for Company, LO for Liaison Office, etc.).

Convergence with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) is gaining global momentum as capital markets become increasingly interconnected. For India, adopting IFRS opens seamless access to international capital markets, reducing conversion hassles, lowering fundraising costs, and enabling faster global entry. It also allows companies to align targets with global benchmarks, strengthening competitiveness and investor confidence.

Instances of corporate fraud are ever increasing and equally the regulatory requirements across the globe and specifically in India. New opportunities getting are created, leading to new and different kinds oof risks related to IT security, cybercrime, ransomware etc. besides occupational frauds, bribery, corruption, money laundering, theft and misuse of intellectual property. Organisations need to effectively monitor and respond to such risks quickly and effectively.

As forensic accountants, we investigate several cases where numbers in financial statements appear sound on the surface, but closer inspection reveals a different story.

Our Global Operations Services (GOS) are built on a commitment to quality, cost efficiency, and scalable solutions. Leveraging strong technical capabilities, we deliver smart, digital-driven operations to clients worldwide with reliability and timeliness. Guided by dynamic leadership, our cross-functional, multi-disciplinary teams bring deep expertise and experience—consistently ensuring efficiency and excellence in every deliverable.

India currently has the third largest ecosystem of startups globally. These start-ups are usually defined as a young, innovative company, typically within the first 10 years of operation, aiming to develop or improve products, processes, or services, or employing a scalable business model with high employment or wealth creation potential.

Environmental, Social, and Governance—has become a cornerstone of modern business. Once seen as compliance, it is now a critical part of long-term strategy. Effective ESG management mitigates risks, strengthens resilience, and builds stakeholder trust. Investors, partners, and customers increasingly weigh ESG performance in decisions. Strong environmental and social practices, backed by sound governance, boost outcomes—driving innovation, competitiveness, and sustainable growth.

This guide provides a comprehensive overview of setting up and operating a business in India. It covers corporate tax structures, transfer pricing, withholding tax, GST, payroll and indirect taxes, and key regulatory compliances. You will also find insights on entity options, FDI restrictions, sectoral caps, and labour codes. Designed for global enterprises, the guide simplifies India’s business, tax, and legal landscape for informed decision-making.

India boosts industrial safety via BIS's OTR for machinery and electrical equipment.

The Goods and Services Tax (‘GST’) regime in India, implemented on July 1, 2017, has ushered in a transformative era in India's tax landscape.