India Calling 2009 This knowledge paper aims to enlighten its readers on specific areas of collaboration between India and the European Union, with the intent of fostering greater engagement and propelling the growth curve. Closer economic cooperation in sectors ranging from agro and food processing, to gems and jewellery, infrastructure, IT/ITeS, and even media and entertainment, is in the interest of both these regions. This paper thus provides a manuscript on the possibilities of such a collaborative way forward.
India Budget 2009 Highlights This document summarizes the provisions of the Union Budget 2009 across Direct, Corporate, Personal, Fringe Benefit, Indirect and Service Tax, amongst others. The Budget`s provisions with regards to Customs Duty, Central Sales Tax and Goods and Services Tax are also covered in detail.
Doing business with India This report provides an overview of the vibrant economies of India and South Africa, examining the impact of the slowdown on them and the untapped opportunities that can be capitalized upon in these tough times.
The State of Corporate Governance in India: 2008 In light of recent events, corporate governance practices of Indian companies have increasingly become the subject of much public discussions and debates. Amidst this ongoing debate, KPMG in India launched a corporate governance poll to find out the views of CEO’s, CFO’s, Independent Directors and similar leaders about their experience and the way ahead for corporate governance in India. We put together the findings from the poll in our report “The State of Corporate Governance in India: 2008”.
Thinking Beyond - KPMG International Annual Review 2008 The Review summarizes KPMG`s financial performance in 2008, profiles a number of our global clients, and highlights the way KPMG global teams anticipate and support their needs. The theme of this year’s Review – Thinking Beyond – captures how KPMG is thinking beyond borders to deliver greater value to member firm clients. In particular, the Review demonstrates how KPMG member firms are helping their clients respond to current issues, ranging from value creation, cost optimization, and sustainability, to the need for improved infrastructure and IFRS conversions.
Entrepreneurial India This second edition of Entrepreneurial India, is a study conducted jointly by TiE and KPMG, seeking to assess entrepreneurs opinion’s of the Indian ecosystem. It develops the Indian Entrepreneurial Confidence Index by measuring entrepreneurs’ perception of the current status of key factors required for entrepreneurial development in Indian states.
Companies Bill 2008 This document explores the key features of the Companies Bill 2008. Introduced in the Lok Sabha in October 2008, the Bill comprises a thorough review of the present Companies Act and could have a far reaching impact if enacted.
Investing in India 2008 This thought leadership report contains a wide range of information pertaining to investment in India. It covers sectoral overviews, the regulatory framework for investment, relevant taxes, tax incentives, and company and labour laws.
IFRS: Implementation Challenges and Approch for Banks in India This publication provides perspectives on some key financial reporting impact areas and challenges that would impact the banking sector in India . It also contains views on some of the approaches that banks can adopt to address these challenges and to ensure successful implementation of IFRS within the required timelines.
India Calling 2008 The primary goal of this knowledge paper is to identify areas for further services trade and investment between Canada and India. Accordingly, it aims to highlight the emerging investment, business and service opportunities in sectors such as food processing, animation and gaming, auto and auto ancillary, banking and financial services, infrastructure, mining and minerals, pharmaceutical, and biotechnology, renewable energy and power, telecom, vocational education and training and climate change.