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Starting and running a business in India as an NRI — regulations, investments, and opportunities.

New Business Ideas for NRIs Starting a Business in India

Practical business ideas for NRIs returning to India or investing from abroad in 2026 — franchise opportunities, D2C brands, cloud kitchens, SaaS and tech services, EV charging, agri-exports, wellness, co-working, and e-commerce — with realistic capital requirements, NRI-specific advantages, and where the genuine growth tailwinds are.

14 min read·Updated Apr 17, 2026

Government Incentives and Loans for Starting a Business in India

A current guide to Indian government schemes for new business — Startup India recognition, MUDRA loans, Stand-Up India, CGTMSE collateral-free credit, the Production Linked Incentive programme, Udyam MSME registration, DPIIT and the Foreign Investment Facilitation Portal, startup tax holidays, and what NRIs need to know about investing and operating a business in India.

15 min read·Updated Apr 17, 2026

Foreign Currency Exchange - India

Foreign currency exchange regulations in India are now relaxed quite a bit than they were a decade ago. Information, Rules and Regulations on Currency

3 min read·Updated Jan 1, 2025

How to start a factory | Setup Manufacturing Unit

How to setup a manufacturing unit in India. New business setup. Purchasing a factory in India. Information for NRIs returning to India

3 min read·Updated Jan 1, 2025

Starting a new business in India | How to Start a New Business

Business startup ideas and information on points to consider when starting a new business. Planning a new business venture, research and more...

3 min read·Updated Jan 1, 2025

Investing in the Indian Stock Markets

Investing in the Indian Stock Market, Information for NRI's Demat, PIS investing accounts in India . . .

4 min read·Updated Jan 1, 2025