Business & Beyond

Grant Thornton Bharat

Our Business & Beyond podcast series delivers timely insights into the ideas, innovations, and trends shaping a Vibrant Bharat. Featuring in-depth conversations with industry leaders, policymakers, and subject matter experts, each episode offers clear perspectives on policy developments, economic shifts, or strategic business transformation. From regulatory reforms and ESG priorities to digital disruption and growth strategies, we go beyond the headlines to explore what’s driving India’s evolving business landscape.

  1. #GTBharat's PolicyCast Ep 24 | Understanding the India–US interim trade agreement with Manoj Mishra

    2D AGO

    #GTBharat's PolicyCast Ep 24 | Understanding the India–US interim trade agreement with Manoj Mishra

    What does the interim India–US trade agreement really change for Indian businesses? In the latest episode of #GTBharat’s PolicyCast, Manoj Mishra, Partner and Tax Controversy Management Leader, discusses the implications of the newly finalised interim trade agreement between India and the United States, including the withdrawal of additional 25% penalty and the proposed reduction in reciprocal tariffs on Indian goods to 18%. The conversation focuses on: • How lower US tariffs alter competitiveness for Indian exporters across sectors • Sector-specific gains for manufacturing, processed foods, cosmetics and consumer-facing brands • Impact of tariff relief and quotas on aircraft parts, auto components and generic pharmaceuticals • Trade-offs linked to India’s commitments on industrial and agricultural imports • Why non-tariff barriers, rules of origin and documentation diligence matter as much as tariff cuts • Key considerations for businesses navigating compliance, supply chains and long-term trade strategy Listen to the full episode for practical perspectives on how this interim agreement reshapes export economics, market access and risk considerations for Indian companies. #IndiaUSTrade #TradePolicy #GlobalTrade #PolicyCast

    14 min
  2. Tiger Global ruling and investor implications with Riaz Thingna

    FEB 4

    Tiger Global ruling and investor implications with Riaz Thingna

    How does the Supreme Court’s Tiger Global ruling reshape the rules of engagement for cross-border investors in India? In the latest episode of #GTBharat’s PolicyCast, Riaz Thingna, Partner, discusses the implications of the Supreme Court’s decision in the Tiger Global case and what it means for foreign investors, deal structures and withholding tax obligations. This episode covers: • Possibility of reassessment of past cases and the need for clearer administrative guidance • Dilution of grandfathering protection for investments made prior to April 2017 • Implications for M&A exits, deal structuring and allocation of tax risk • Increased diligence expectations around withholding tax obligations and tax treaty benefit claims • Implications of co-existence of GAAR and judicial anti-avoidance principles • Considerations for foreign investors when planning future investments into India Tune in for practical insights on managing exposure, compliance expectations and decision-making in India’s international tax framework. #TigerGlobal #InternationalTax #PolicyCast #ForeignInvestments

    9 min
  3. #GTBharat's PolicyCast Episode 22 | From policy to practice: AI’s role in transfer pricing

    JAN 28

    #GTBharat's PolicyCast Episode 22 | From policy to practice: AI’s role in transfer pricing

    Is AI ready to power the next generation of transfer pricing? In the latest episode of #GTBharat’s PolicyCast, Gaurav Jain, Chartered Accountant, Mumbai, shares a practical view of how AI takes TP from paper to performance. This episode explores: • How AI turns TP into a strategic function —not just a filing exercise • Why data quality + automation improve end-to-end benchmarking and documentation • What it means to operationalise TP by embedding policy in ERP and finance workflows • How teams stay agile with scenario modelling and compliant recalibration • Where predictive insights help get ahead of audit risk and strengthen defence files • The outcome: tax, finance, and operations aligned on one consistent story Tune in now. #PolicyCast #TransferPricing #ArtificialIntelligence #ERPIntegration #Podcast

    7 min
  4. Beyond the screen Ep 1 | Insights from P Jayakumar on the future of India’s media, entertainment & AVGC‑XR industry

    JAN 21

    Beyond the screen Ep 1 | Insights from P Jayakumar on the future of India’s media, entertainment & AVGC‑XR industry

    India’s Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming, Comics and Extended Reality (AVGC-XR) sector is projected to grow from US$1.3 billion in 2023 to US$2.2 billion by 2026, increasing its global share of the Media and Entertainment industry from 5% to 6%. The industry is moving into a phase shaped by original IP creation, evolving post-production capabilities, and expanding global collaboration across media and entertainment. Grant Thornton Bharat launches 'Beyond the Screen', a podcast series decoding the business, talent, technology, and institutional factors influencing the media, entertainment, and AVGC-XR ecosystem. In the first episode of #BeyondTheScreen, P Jayakumar, CEO, Toonz Media Group, in conversation with Ananay Jain, Partner and Media Industry Leader, Grant Thornton Bharat, discusses developments influencing VFX and virtual production. Tune in as the conversation covers: • Creator-led ecosystems and IP-driven monetisation models• Global co-productions and scalable production frameworks• Workforce skilling for AI, XR, and virtual production• Industry–academia collaboration supporting long-term scale #PodcastSeries #AVGCXR #MediaAndEntertainment #VFX #VirtualProduction #AVGCIndustry

    27 min
  5. #GTBharat's PolicyCast Episode 21 | Insider trading insights with Meenakshi Sharma

    JAN 21

    #GTBharat's PolicyCast Episode 21 | Insider trading insights with Meenakshi Sharma

    With heightened regulatory scrutiny, evolving interpretations of UPSI and increased board accountability, insider trading compliance can no longer be treated as a checklist exercise. In this episode of #GTBharat’s PolicyCast, Meenakshi Sharma, Partner, CFO Advisory, discusses how organisations can move from reactive compliance to proactive prevention under SEBI’s Prohibition of Insider Trading Regulations, 2015. This episode explores: • Key blind spots in identifying unpublished price sensitive information (UPSI) • How organisational culture and mindset can undermine compliance efforts • Risks arising from informal and digital information-sharing channels • Practical safeguards during investor interactions, roadshows and pre-IPO processes • The role of boards in embedding a zero-tolerance, prevention-led compliance framework Tune in for practical insights on strengthening insider trading controls and building a culture of market integrity. #PolicyCast #InsiderTrading #SEBI #UPSI #CorporateGovernance #CapitalMarkets #RiskManagement

    10 min
  6. #GTBharat's PolicyCast Episode 20 | Budget 2026 and the next phase of India’s indirect tax framework

    JAN 14

    #GTBharat's PolicyCast Episode 20 | Budget 2026 and the next phase of India’s indirect tax framework

    As Union Budget 2026 approaches, the spotlight is shifting to how indirect tax policy will shape consumption, competitiveness and ease of doing business. In the latest episode of #GTBharat’s PolicyCast, we turn our focus to GST 2.0, customs and excise reforms, and what businesses should realistically expect from the upcoming Budget. Manoj Mishra, Partner and Tax Controversy Management Leader, Grant Thornton Bharat, shares his perspectives on indirect tax reforms and Budget expectations: ▪️ What GST and indirect tax collections reveal about India’s economic momentum ▪️ Why GST 2.0 marks a shift from reform to refinement ▪️ Key friction points around ITC, refunds and inverted duty structures ▪️ The case for customs duty simplification and dispute resolution ▪️ How digitisation can move from intent to impact in customs administration A timely discussion on policy stability, structural efficiency and long-term growth as Budget 2026 draws closer. Tune in to the full episode to stay ahead of the indirect tax narrative. #PolicyCast #UnionBudget2026 #GST #IndirectTax #BudgetWithGT #GTOnBudget

    17 min
  7. #GTBharat's PolicyCast Episode 19 | Taxpayer expectations and policy directions for Budget 2026 with Richa Sawhney

    JAN 7

    #GTBharat's PolicyCast Episode 19 | Taxpayer expectations and policy directions for Budget 2026 with Richa Sawhney

    As India gears up for a landmark Union Budget and the rollout of the new Income Tax Act from April 2026, expectations around simplification, tax certainty and dispute prevention are gaining momentum. In this episode of #GTBharat’s PolicyCast, Richa Sawhney, Partner, Tax, shares key taxpayer recommendations ahead of the Budget. This episode explores: • Whether salaried taxpayers can expect further relief• The case for a unified ITR to simplify return filing• Measures to strengthen dispute resolution and prevention• The need for clearer guidance on GAAR • Key clarifications sought for non-resident taxation • Reforming TDS to reduce compliance burden and litigation Tune in to the full episode for expert insights on what could shape India’s tax framework in 2026. #PolicyCast #UnionBudget2026 # #TaxReforms #BudgetWithGT

    13 min
  8. #GTBharat's PolicyCast Episode 18 | Dividend distribution tax and treaty relief with Riaz Thingna

    12/17/2025

    #GTBharat's PolicyCast Episode 18 | Dividend distribution tax and treaty relief with Riaz Thingna

    How does the recent Bombay High Court ruling on Dividend Distribution Tax (DDT) reshape India’s international tax landscape? In the latest episode of #GTBharat’s PolicyCast, Riaz Thingna, Partner, Tax, decodes the landmark judgment capping the DDT rate in line with the India–UK tax treaty, reversing the positions taken by the BAR and ITAT Special Bench decision. Riaz shares insights on: • Why treaty provisions prevail over domestic law • The Court’s interpretation of DDT as a tax on shareholder income • Evaluation of past position and potential refund claims • Practical challenges, including gross-up, refunds, and foreign tax credit claims • What taxpayers should monitor till the matter attains finality before the Supreme Court #PolicyCast #InternationalTax #CrossBorderTaxation #CorporateTax #Podcast

    6 min
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Our Business & Beyond podcast series delivers timely insights into the ideas, innovations, and trends shaping a Vibrant Bharat. Featuring in-depth conversations with industry leaders, policymakers, and subject matter experts, each episode offers clear perspectives on policy developments, economic shifts, or strategic business transformation. From regulatory reforms and ESG priorities to digital disruption and growth strategies, we go beyond the headlines to explore what’s driving India’s evolving business landscape.

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  • Creator
    Grant Thornton Bharat
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    89
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Grant Thornton Bharat
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