Dear All,

Please find our captioned Newsflash summarising some of the Government of India’s recent initiatives to strengthen the country’s R&D ecosystem. The update provides an overview of the tax incentives, GST/customs duty benefits, and funding schemes announced to accelerate research in high-priority sectors such as AI, semiconductors, green energy, and deep-tech.

The Newsflash also highlights:
• Key Beneficial provisions under the Income-tax Act including Section 35 deductions, Patent Box regime, and startup profit exemptions.
• GST and customs duty concessions available for DSIR-approved R&D institutions.
• Major government-led funding initiatives.
• Sector-specific incentives 
• Intellectual Property (IP) Incentives and Reforms

Overall, the Newsflash provides how India is positioning itself as a global R&D powerhouse, combining fiscal incentives, policy reforms, and strategic funding with a strong talent base.

Thanks & Regards,

RSM India Newsflash - India's R&D Tax Incentives & Policy Outlook 2025 15.pdf