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What's next for insurance after 100% FDI: Governance challenges ahead

India's 100% FDI regime for insurance opens the sector to global players, but faster approvals, stronger oversight and AI safeguards will determine its long-term success

Why foreign-owned ecom firms' operating models are under the lens

Foreign e-commerce companies are allowed to do business through the marketplace model as opposed to the inventory-led format

Alphabet-led project drives 44% jump in India's foreign investment: UN

Total FDI rose 44% to $39 billion last year, UN Trade and Development said in its annual World Investment Report released Tuesday

India rose to 11th among top FDI destinations in 2025: UN report

UNCTAD says FDI inflows rose to $38.89 billion in 2025 as India strengthened its appeal for advanced manufacturing, although announced greenfield investments moderated amid global uncertainty

BITs: Credibility comes at a price for attracting foreign investment

When we go back to treaties, we should think more about how this will work out. It will help to have a pre-funded, ring-fenced pool to honour adverse awards

Net FDI jumped over fourfold to $6.58 billion in April, shows RBI data

Gross FDI inflows rose 65 per cent year-on-year, while lower repatriation by foreign investors helped push net foreign direct investment sharply higher

Outward FDI commitments by Indian firms drop 49% in May: RBI data

India's total outward foreign direct investment commitments declined 49.02 per cent month-on-month to USD 4.49 billion in May 2026 from USD 8.84 billion, mainly due to lower equity investments, loans, and guarantees issued by Indian companies, according to RBI data. However, total financial commitments by Indian entities under overseas investment increased 34.6 per cent year-on-year in May 2026 from USD 3.34 billion, data showed. Equity investments abroad dropped sharply to USD 1,247.82 million in May from USD 3,537.35 million in April, marking a decline of about 64.72 per cent. Overseas loans extended by Indian companies also declined to USD 632.12 million in May from USD 1,299.69 million in April. Guarantees issued, which formed the largest component of overseas commitments, fell to USD 2,608.83 million in May from USD 3,999.79 million in April, declining around 35 per cent. However, it increased from USD 1,122.37 million in May 2025. In the equity investment segment, Indovida I

India likely to pursue FDI commitment under proposed CEPA with Canada

New Delhi may pursue an investment commitment under the proposed CEPA with Canada, mirroring recent trade agreements that included long-term foreign direct investment targets

Best of BS Opinion: Water stress, IIP reforms, and the Quad's quandary

Today's BS Opinion examines India's deepening water stress, the revised IIP framework, Middle East-linked growth risks, the Quad's evolving strategy, and a review of The Liver Doctor

Net FDI into India rises sharply to $7.65 billion in FY26: RBI data

Net FDI into India rises sharply in FY26, aided by higher gross inflows and reinvested earnings, though portfolio investment flows remain weak

Third India-Nordic Summit: Nordic nations to invest $100 bn in 15 years

India offers 100% FDI to Nordic defence firms in defence industrial corridors

FTAs, lower import duties to boost India's FDI flows: ADB chief economist

Free Trade Agreements (FTAs), reduction in import tariffs and improvement in business environment would encourage higher net foreign capital inflows into India, which have moderated in recent years, ADB Chief Economist Albert Park has said. During 2021-22, India attracted net Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) of USD 38.6 billion, which came down to USD 28 billion in FY23 and further fell to USD 10.2 billion in FY24. Net FDI -- inflow minus outflow -- came down significantly to single digit to USD 1 billion in FY25 but improved to USD 3 billion during the April-December period of FY26. The government should continue reducing import tariffs to ensure foreign investments remain competitive, he told PTI in an interview. It also needs to strengthen the overall manufacturing ecosystem by developing industrial zones with robust infrastructure and integrated facilities, making them easier for foreign firms to address their business needs efficiently in one place, he said, adding that free tr

Best of BS Opinion: Manufacturing ambition, the next IT state and more

From manufacturing reforms and Bengal's industrial future to Japan ties, wildlife conflict and digital culture, today's commentaries examine India's evolving challenges

Manufacturing ambition: India needs a coherent strategy to boost industry

In a fast-changing global environment, India needs a coherent strategy and a set of reforms to attract investment and meaningfully increase manufacturing output

Govt sets 60-day FDI clearance for China-linked sectors, 40 sub-sectors

Rare earth magnets and printed circuit boards are among 40 sub-sectors identified by the government for expedited clearance within 60 days of FDI proposals from China and other countries sharing land borders with India. The government has also laid out procedural guidelines for foreign direct investment (FDI) proposals from these countries - China, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan, Myanmar and Afghanistan - in the specified sectors or activities, according to the updated standard operating procedure for processing of FDI proposals. The move follows a decision by the government in March to process and decide FDI proposals from these countries in specified manufacturing sectors or activities within 60 days. However, it has stated that in these cases, the majority shareholding and control of the investee entity will be with resident Indian citizens/or resident Indian entity owned and controlled by Indians at all times. The 40 sub-sectors are under six broad sectors - capital goods

100% FDI in insurance: Global investors drawn to India's non-life market

Chubb, Old Mutual, Tiger Global Management, and Bain Capital are assessing India opportunities

100% FDI in insurance: Will foreign capital lower premiums or raise risks?

Foreign capital enters insurance: What it could mean for premiums, claims, and policyholder protection

China: FDI caution and import reliance shape India's policy dilemma

With a cumulative overseas investment stock of $3 trillion-3.5 trillion and annual outflows in the range of $160 billion-190 billion, China is a major FDI player across every region

Weekly economy wrap: GST hits record, FDI rules ease, credit slows

Economy wrap April 27-May 3: India's economy showed mixed signals this week as GST collections hit a record, credit growth slowed and policy moves spanned FDI, trade, energy and statistical reforms

Govt notifies 100% FDI in insurance sector under automatic route rules

The move to allow 100 per cent FDI in the insurance sector is expected to boost foreign interest in the sector