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Business & Beyond
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…
Episodes
Business & Beyond#GTBharat's PolicyCast Ep 63 | Tax dispute or tax fraud? A clearer line under GST
Can a genuine GST dispute lead to criminal prosecution? Proposed changes to the GST framework seek to draw a clearer line between tax disputes and deliberate…
Business & Beyond#GTBharat's PolicyCast Ep 62 | Why financially aware Indians still aren't retirement-ready
Financial awareness is growing. But is financial resilience keeping pace? While 63% of respondents consider themselves financially stable and confident, 83%…
Business & Beyond#GTBharat's PolicyCast Ep 61 | Next in Customs: Smarter, faster, more predictable
India has built a strong digital Customs backbone. The next challenge is to make clearances faster, decisions more predictable and compliance simpler for…
Business & Beyond#GTBharat's PolicyCast Ep 60 | What taxpayers want from the upcoming Budget
Beyond tax rates: What’s on corporate India’s pre-Budget tax wishlist? Tax certainty, simpler compliance and faster dispute resolution can be just as important…
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IPO Access Ep 5 | Decoding what it takes to become public-market ready
An IPO is a milestone. Organisational readiness is a much longer journey. In Episode 5 of IPO Access, Karan Marwah, Partner and Capital Markets Advisory…
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CFO Radar | Episode 1 | Scaling a business without losing financial discipline
Most businesses are built to grow fast. Fewer are built to last.In the first episode of CFO Radar, Karan Marwah, Partner and CFO Advisory Leader, Grant…
Business & Beyond#GTBharat's PolicyCast Ep 59 | 57th GST Council meeting: What businesses need to know
What do the 57th GST Council’s recommendations mean for businesses and taxpayers? Faster refunds, changes to input tax credit provisions and a proposed shift…
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Beyond the Screen ep 7 | What will it take to build India's next global IP?
From creative talent to global IP, what will define the next phase of growth for India's AVGC-XR industry? In episode 7 of #BeyondTheScreen podcast series…
Business & BeyondIPO Access special episode | Insights on building boards that create lasting value
The right board can do more than govern. It can change the trajectory of a business. In this special episode of IPO Access, Karan Marwah, Partner and Capital…
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#GTBharat's PolicyCast Ep 58 | India’s Labour Codes: 10 months on, what’s changed?
Ten months into India’s Labour Codes, implementation is bringing a new set of questions for employers. From compensation and wage structures to workforce…
Business & BeyondBeyond the Screen Ep 6 | Skills, talent and the future of India’s AVGC-XR industry
Can creativity become one of India's most influential exports? India's AVGC-XR journey has come a long way from service delivery and execution. The next…
Business & Beyond#GTBharat's PolicyCast Ep 57 | Is UPI still free? Understanding the new MDR framework
Is UPI becoming a paid service? Not quite. India’s UPI ecosystem has reached a scale where the conversation is shifting from adoption to sustainability. The…
Business & Beyond#GTBharat's PolicyCast Ep 56 | What moving to the US means for your equity compensation
An equity award may be granted in one country, vest in another and still have tax implications across both. For employees moving between India and the US…
Business & BeyondIPO Access Ep 3 | Perspectives on crisis management, stakeholder trust and IPO success
Every company preparing to go public will, at some point, face a crisis. It rarely gets advance notice. In the latest episode of IPO Access, Karan Marwah…
Business & Beyond#GTBharat's PolicyCast Ep 55 | From FOCC to FCE: Decoding India’s new foreign investment rules
India’s foreign investment framework is heading for a significant reset. The Draft Foreign Exchange Management (Foreign Investment) Rules, 2026 propose to…
Business & Beyond#GTBharat's PolicyCast Ep 54 | What does strong Investor Relations look like beyond reporting results?
Investor Relations is no longer just about reporting results. It’s about shaping market confidence. As investors expect greater transparency, clearer strategic…
Business & BeyondIPO Access - Ep 2 | Getting the structure right for the public market
IPO structure is not just a compliance decision. It is a value decision. And the earlier founders make it, the more room they have to get it right. In Episode…
Business & Beyond#GTBharat's PolicyCast Ep 53 | Can MPMS take India beyond smartphone assembly?
India has built scale in smartphone assembly. The next opportunity is to capture more value across the mobile manufacturing value chain. In the latest episode…
Business & Beyond#GTBharat's PolicyCast Ep 52 | Intended use or actual use? A ruling that could influence MOOWR eligibility
When Customs law refers to goods being “for use”, should eligibility depend on actual use or intended use? The distinction can have important implications for…
Business & BeyondIPO Access - Ep 1: Why transparency is the real IPO milestone
What will you do when a fraud hits you? It is not a question most organisations like to answer. For Deepankar Sanwalka, Senior Partner and National Consulting…
Business & Beyond#GTBharat's PolicyCast Ep 51 | The UPSI challenge: Are your controls keeping up?
Is your UPSI governance framework keeping pace with the way information moves today? In the latest episode of #GTBharat’s PolicyCast, Meenakshi Sharma…
Business & BeyondNavigating finance transformation in GCCs | AI, talent and the future of finance
What happens when AI moves from being a technology shift to becoming a transformation shift for GCC finance? In the latest episode of our 'Navigating finance…
Business & Beyond#GTBharat's PolicyCast Ep 50 | What firms need to watch in Taxation and Other Laws Amendment Bill
What does the Taxation and Other Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026 mean for businesses and investors? In the latest episode of #GTBharat’s PolicyCast, Riaz Thingna…
Business & Beyond'Beyond the Screen' Ep 5 | Can India create the world's next gaming franchise?
What if India’s next big gaming opportunity lies not in playing the game, but in owning the IP? In the fifth episode of our 'Beyond the Screen' podcast series…
Business & Beyond#GTBharat's PolicyCast Ep 49 | What OECD Chapter VII revisions mean for transfer pricing disputes
Can OECD’s proposed Chapter VII revisions bring greater certainty to intra-group services? Intra-group services remain one of the most litigated areas in…
Business & Beyond#GTBharat's PolicyCast Ep 48 | India’s tech leap forward: Can MPMS and Semicon 2.0 reshape the global technology ecosystem?
How could MPMS and SemiCon 2.0 influence investment, localisation and value creation in India's electronics ecosystem? The approval of the Mobile Phone…
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#GTBharat's PolicyCast Ep 38 | BEPS Pillar Two decoded: The tax rules global businesses can’t ignore
A new global tax order is taking shape. Are Indian multinational organisations prepared for it? In the latest episode of #GTBharat’s PolicyCast podcast series…
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#GTBharat's PolicyCast Ep 35 | Tired of transfer pricing disputes? Here’s what’s changing
How is India shifting from transfer pricing disputes to upfront certainty?In the latest episode, we invited Deepak Ranka, Chartered Accountant, Partner, Walker…
Business & Beyond#GTBharat's PolicyCast Ep 47 | Is your organisation ready for the new EPF rules?
Social security in India is evolving, are the employers ready? The notification of the new EPF, EPS and EDLI Schemes, 2026, along with the EPF Amnesty Scheme…
Business & Beyond'Beyond the Screen' Ep 4 | Can India create the world's next generation of specialised talent?
What if India's biggest competitive advantage isn't technology, but talent? As AI reshapes industries and risk becomes a boardroom priority, are organisations…
Business & Beyond#GTBharat's PolicyCast Ep 46 | GST ITC reforms: What businesses need to know
When businesses comply but suppliers default, who bears the burden under GST? Input Tax Credit (ITC) disputes arising from supplier defaults have been a…
Business & Beyond#GTBharat's PolicyCast Ep 45 | What companies need to get right before Ind AS 118 takes effect
As financial reporting evolves, so do investor expectations. Is your communication strategy keeping pace? In the latest episode of #GTBharat's PolicyCast…
Business & Beyond#GTBharat's PolicyCast Ep 44 | Secondments and beyond: Evaluating the tax exposures
When global talent moves across borders, tax complexities often follow. In the latest episode of #GTBharat’s PolicyCast, Richa Sawhney, Partner, Tax, Grant…
Business & Beyond#GTBharat's PolicyCast Ep 43 | GST@9: Is India ready for the next leap?
GST at nine: A bold reform, still bridging the gap to true ease of doing business. As GST enters its tenth year, the focus is shifting from implementation to…
Business & Beyond'Beyond the Screen' Ep 3 | Rethinking brand communications in a creator-led economy
What happens when consumers shape the narrative, founders become the face of the brand and virality stops being the ultimate goal? As audiences move across…
Business & Beyond#GTBharat's PolicyCast Ep 42 | Why India’s G-sec reset is drawing immediate global attention
Could India's latest reforms transform foreign participation in its government securities market? In the latest episode of #GTBharat's PolicyCast, Riaz…
Business & Beyond#GTBharat's PolicyCast Ep 41 | A landmark SC judgment on GST treatment for gaming industry
A Supreme Court ruling on online gaming. But the implications could extend far beyond the gaming industry. In the latest episode of #GTBharat's Policycast, we…
Business & Beyond#GTBharat's PolicyCast Ep 39 | The tax and regulatory shifts India’s startups can no longer ignore
India’s startup ecosystem is entering a new phase of growth, where tax, regulatory and IPO-related considerations are becoming increasingly important to…
Business & Beyond#GTBharat's PolicyCast Ep 40 | What companies will need to rethink fast under Ind AS 118
Ind AS 118 is more than a new accounting standard, it’s reshaping how organisations tell their performance story. In the latest episode of #GTBharat’s…
Business & Beyond'Beyond the Screen' episode 2 | AI, creator economy and the future of media
India’s media & entertainment industry is growing fast, but the real shift lies in how decisions get made. In the second episode of our 'Beyond the Screen'…
Business & Beyond#GTBharat's PolicyCast Episode 37 | Central labour rules are live: What organisations must do now
Labour Codes Central Rules are notified. Are you ready? The Central Government has notified the rules under all four Labour Codes, moving businesses from…
Business & Beyond#GTBharat's PolicyCast Episode 36 | The big step up for banks' reporting
India’s credit risk framework is evolving, are banks ready for the shift? In the latest episode of #GTBharat’s PolicyCast, Jatin Kalra, Partner, CFO Advisory…
Business & Beyond#GTBharat's PolicyCast Episode 34 | RBI’s ECB reset 2026: What just changed for global borrowing
How is RBI reshaping the ECB framework to make offshore borrowing more accessible? In the latest episode of #GTBharat’s PolicyCast podcast series, Riaz…
Business & Beyond#GTBharat's PolicyCast Episode 33 | IBC Amendment 2026: The big reset for insolvency in India
India’s insolvency framework is poised for a landmark reform. Are you ready? Tune in to get a quick update. In the latest episode of #GTBharat’s PolicyCast…
Business & Beyond#GTBharat's PolicyCast Episode 32 | From supply to strategy: How helium is shaping global industrial priorities
Why is helium emerging as a strategic commodity in today’s geopolitical landscape? In the latest episode of #GTBharat’s PolicyCast, Sourav Mitra, Partner, Oil…
Business & Beyond#GTBharat's PolicyCast Episode 31 | Corporate Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026: Prepared or catching up?
Is India’s corporate law framework evolving for the future? In the latest episode of #GTBharat’s PolicyCast, Prasenjit Sarkar, Partner, CFO Advisory, decodes…
Business & Beyond#Podcast | Faces of Vibrant Bharat: Anna Roy in conversation with Ashok Varma
How can a unified platform support the entrepreneurial journey for women across sectors and regions? In the second episode of Faces of #VibrantBharat podcast…
Business & Beyond#GTBharat's PolicyCast Episode 30 | New tax rules, new expectations: What taxpayers should know
Are you prepared for the new direct tax framework? In the latest episode of #GTBharat's PolicyCast podcast series, Riaz Thingna, Partner, Tax, shares key…
Business & Beyond#GTBharat's PolicyCast Episode 29 | Preparing for India’s new tax framework: What can’t be missed
A new tax era begins on 1 April 2026. Is your business ready to adapt? In the latest #GTBharat PolicyCast, Richa Sawhney, Partner, Tax, shares practical…
Business & Beyond#GTBharat's PolicyCast Episode 28 | A closer look at India’s labour code overhaul and its implications for businesses with Akhil Chandna
What do India’s four labour codes mean in practice for employers and the workforce? In the latest episode of #GTBharat’s PolicyCast, Akhil Chandna, Partner and…
Business & Beyond#GTBharat's PolicyCast Episode 27 | The US tariff reset and the future of global trade with Vikas Vasal
How will the US Supreme Court’s tariff ruling reshape global trade strategy? In the latest episode of #GTBharat’s PolicyCast, we are joined by Vikas Vasal…
Business & Beyond#GTBharat's PolicyCast Episode 26 | Rethinking US tariff strategy post US Supreme Court ruling with Manoj Mishra
What does the US Supreme Court’s ruling striking down the reciprocal tariffs mean for global trade and India–US relations? In the latest episode of #GTBharat’s…
Business & Beyond#GTBharat's PolicyCast Episode 25 | The cloud infrastructure play powering India’s GCC expansion with Jaspreet Singh
Can a tax holiday redefine India’s role in the global cloud and AI ecosystem? In the latest episode of #GTBharat’s PolicyCast, we examine a key proposal from…
Business & Beyond#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…
Business & BeyondTiger 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…
Business & Beyond#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…
Business & BeyondBeyond 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…
Business & Beyond#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…
Business & Beyond#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…
Business & Beyond#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…