May 5, 2026

DPIIT

FDI approvals 2026: DPIIT rolls out 12-week clearance system; what the new paperless SOP means for investors – The Times of India

FDI approvals 2026: DPIIT rolls out 12-week clearance system; what the new paperless SOP means for investors – The Times of India

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The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) has issued an updated standard operating procedure (SOP) for processing foreign direct investment (FDI) proposals introducing a defined 12-week timeline and a fully paperless application system, PTI reported.Under the revised framework, decisions on FDI proposals will be taken within 12 weeks, excluding the time taken…

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Govt extends quality control order deadline to October; aims to boost electrical appliance supply – The Times of India

Govt extends quality control order deadline to October; aims to boost electrical appliance supply – The Times of India

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The government on Monday extended the implementation timeline for the mandatory quality control order (QCO) on certain electrical appliances by six months till October, PTI reported.“It shall come into force on the 1st of October, 2026,” the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) said in a notification.The QCO is applicable to all…

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India eases FDI rules for firms with up to 10% Chinese shareholding – The Times of India

India eases FDI rules for firms with up to 10% Chinese shareholding – The Times of India

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The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) on Monday notified changes in the foreign direct investment (FDI) policy to permit overseas companies with Chinese shareholding of up to 10 per cent to invest in India through the automatic route, subject to sectoral limits and conditions, PTI reported.However, the relaxation will not apply…

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Watch: Sundar Pichai sips ‘Bharat GI’ coffee at AI Summit; what the ‘world exclusive’ initiative is about – The Times of India

Watch: Sundar Pichai sips ‘Bharat GI’ coffee at AI Summit; what the ‘world exclusive’ initiative is about – The Times of India

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Indian GI Coffee came into the spotlight as Google CEO Sundar Pichai made an appearance at the Bharat GI Coffee Lounge in Bharat Mandapam during the India AI Impact Summit 2026. This is part of the newly launched “Bharat GI” initiative, which is a national program to promote Geographical Indication products from India.Union Minister of…

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Visa reform: Govt streamlines e-visa process for foreign professionals needed by Indian firms; DPIIT launches digital module – The Times of India

Visa reform: Govt streamlines e-visa process for foreign professionals needed by Indian firms; DPIIT launches digital module – The Times of India

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The government on Wednesday said it has simplified and streamlined the visa process for Indian companies seeking to bring in foreign professionals, including engineers and technical experts, whose services are required for production-related activities such as machine installation, quality checks, training and plant design.The move is expected to benefit domestic firms that import machinery from…

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