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India’s I&B sector FDI gains in 9M FY26 despite lower Q3 inflows
Foreign direct investment in India's information and broadcasting sector saw a sharp quarterly decline in Q3 FY26, yet cumulative inflows for the first nine months rose significantly. This overall increase was propelled by substantial investments in major pla…
Explained: How a new Central government SOP aims to accelerate FDI for priority sectors
The new SOP comes amid a scramble of FDI globally amid heightened global uncertainties due to the ongoing energy crisis, disruption due to tariffs that have slowed down global trade and growth.
Govt issues updated SOPs on FDI proposals fixing 12-week timeline, paperless process
Government updates FDI SOPs, introducing a 12-week timeline and paperless process to enhance transparency and ease of doing business.
Government specifies 40 sub-sectors for faster clearance of FDI proposals from land-bordering nations
India is fast-tracking foreign investment proposals from China and neighboring nations. Forty key manufacturing sub-sectors, including rare earth magnets and electronics, will now receive clearances within 60 days. This move aims to boost domestic production.…
Govt issues updated SOP for processing FDI applications
The Indian government has issued an updated Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for processing Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) applications, aiming to clear all proposals within 12 weeks, a two-week extension from the previous 10-week target, to ensure a fully…
DPIIT issues updated SOP for processing FDI applications
As per the SOP, up to 12 weeks’ time has been fixed for a decision on the proposals, excluding the time taken by applicants in removing deficiencies in the proposals or in supplying additional information
DPIIT issues updated SOP for processing FDI applications
The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) has streamlined Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) proposal processing with an updated Standard Operating Procedure (SOP). Decisions will now be made within 12 weeks, excluding applicant respons…
Govt has eased FDI norms for foreign cos having small Chinese/Hong Kong stake: An explainer
India has eased Foreign Direct Investment rules for companies with up to ten percent Chinese or Hong Kong shareholding. These firms can now invest in India through the automatic route starting May 1, 2026. This change aims to boost investment flows. Previousl…
India notifies 100% foreign investment in insurance sector, LIC limit stays at 20%
The central government has notified 100% Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in insurance companies under the automatic route, allowing foreign investors to fully invest in the sector without prior approvals, according to a report by ET Now citing agencies.