India Business Reforms

India's business landscape is undergoing significant reforms. Himachal has ranked third in the Investment Friendliness Index 2026 among hilly and North-Eastern states, strengthening investor confidence through policy reforms and administrative measures. The government is also introducing the Public Examinations Amendment Bill in Lok Sabha amid exam reform push. Furthermore, India is emerging as a trusted global defence partner, with Indian startups and young innovators playing a key role in cutting-edge technology. The SoftBank Vision Fund is investing in Indian startups, and the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has proposed a mutual fund-only portfolio management services (PMS) framework with a 25 lakh entry fee and 2.5% fee cap. Key points include:
- Himachal's ranking in the Investment Friendliness Index 2026
- Introduction of the Public Examinations Amendment Bill
- India's emergence as a global defence partner
- Investment by the SoftBank Vision Fund in Indian startups
- SEBI's proposed mutual fund-only PMS framework