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11 September 2025 at 13 : 36 PM
Pharma & Healthcare Update: Streamlining Medical Device Marketing Compliances: Summary of the DoP’s September 2025 UCMPMD Circular
Read MoreSeptember 11, 2025 Streamlining Medical Device Marketing Compliances: Summary of the DoP’s September 2025 UCMPMD Circular The Department of Pharmaceuticals (Medical Device Division) has standardized the valuation method of free evaluation samples distributed to healthcare practitioners. Additional disclosure requirement of location of conduct of Education Programs introduced. Companies to now submit marketing expenditure disclosures […]
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10 September 2025 at 15 : 47 PM
M&A Hotline: SEBI’s Overhaul: Block Deal gets Bigger, Bolder, and more Transparent
Read MoreSeptember 10, 2025 SEBI’s Overhaul: Block Deal gets Bigger, Bolder, and more Transparent SEBI proposes to raise the minimum block deal size from INR 10 crore to INR 25 crore to confine access to large institutional investors and curb speculative trades. Price band widened to ±3% for non‑F&O stocks (while retaining ±1% for F&O stocks) to […]
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9 September 2025 at 18 : 18 PM
Pharma & Healthcare Update: Streamlining Pharmaceutical Marketing Compliances: Summary of the DoP’s September 2025 UCPMP Circular
Read MoreSeptember 09, 2025 Streamlining Pharmaceutical Marketing Compliances: Summary of the DoP’s September 2025 UCPMP Circular The Department of Pharmaceuticals has standardized the valuation method of free samples distributed to healthcare practitioners. Companies to now submit marketing expenditure disclosures to their respective industry associations. Industry associations required to implement robust data retention policies. I. Introduction […]
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2 September 2025 at 19 : 45 PM
Deal Corner: NDA Advises on the Formation of the India Deep Tech Investment Alliance (IDTA) with $1 Billion Commitments
Read MoreSeptember 02, 2025 NDA Advises on the Formation of the India Deep Tech Investment Alliance (IDTA) with $1 Billion Commitments DEAL BRIEF A coalition of venture capital and private equity firms from the U.S. and India, today announced in the presence of Hon’ble Prime Minister Mr. Narendra Modi, the formation of the India Deep […]
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28 August 2025 at 12 : 07 PM
New Publication: Decoding Downstream Investment
Read MoreA Refreshed FAQ Compilation August 28, 2025 This updated compilation of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) supersedes the version published by us in November 2024 (available at: FAQs – Downstream Investment November 2024 Edition) and reflects the latest regulatory position on downstream investment in India. On January 20, 2025, the RBI issued amendments to […]
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22 August 2025 at 12 : 23 PM
Tech + Gaming Law Hotline: Proposed Ban on India’s Multi-Billion Dollar Gaming Industry: Global Operators and Investors Impacted
Read MoreAugust 21, 2025 Proposed Ban on India’s Multi-Billion Dollar Gaming Industry: Global Operators and Investors Impacted The Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025 passed in Lower House and Upper House of Parliament in quick succession, with no prior industry notice or consultation. All forms of online real money games, whether games of skill or […]
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13 August 2025 at 18 : 04 PM
GIFT City Express: Substance Barrier Broken: IFSCA Notifies Framework for Third Party Fund Managers
Read MoreAugust 13, 2025 Substance Barrier Broken: IFSCA Notifies Framework for Third Party Fund Managers IFSCA notifies the framework to enable Third-Party Fund Management Services Global and Indian GPs can now manage funds in GIFT City through partnerships with regulated fund managers without setting up local presence INTRODUCTION The International Financial Services Centres Authority (“IFSCA”) has […]
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7 August 2025 at 18 : 03 PM
Regulatory Digest: The Financial Services Bulletin
Read MoreAugust 07, 2025 The Financial Services Bulletin This is the August edition of Nishith Desai Associates’ monthly financial services newsletter in collaboration with U.S.-India Business Council. INTRODUCTION July 2025 continued to reinforce India’s position as a premier destination for global investment, despite ongoing uncertainties in international markets. With the economy maintaining robust growth momentum, […]
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4 August 2025 at 10 : 25 AM
Pharma & Healthcare Update: India–UK FTA May Boost Pharma Exports
Read MoreAugust 04, 2025 India–UK FTA May Boost Pharma Exports This article was first published in bwlegalworld.com (August, 01, 2025). The recently signed India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) is being welcomed by the pharmaceutical industry in India for protecting provisions in the Patent Act, 1970 and increasing export opportunities. However, experts fear that […]
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1 August 2025 at 17 : 52 PM
Tax Hotline: No Names, No Problem: Delhi High Court reads down CBDT’s mandate for AIFs
Read MoreAugust 01, 2025 No Names, No Problem: Delhi High Court reads down CBDT’s mandate for AIFs The Delhi HC read down CBDT Circular requiring AIFs to name beneficiaries in trust deed as contrary to SEBI regulations Tax circulars cannot override statutory limitations or be applied selectively across jurisdictions. INTRODUCTION The Hon’ble Delhi High […]
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1 August 2025 at 09 : 43 AM
Deal Corner: NDA represents Steadview Capital Mauritius Limited and ABG Capital in the sale of their shareholding in Fyle Technologies to Sage
Read MoreAugust 01, 2025 NDA represents Steadview Capital Mauritius Limited and ABG Capital in the sale of their shareholding in Fyle Technologies to Sage Deal Brief Sage Holding Company Limited, a part of the Sage Group PLC (“Sage”) announced its 100% acquisition of Fyle Technologies Private Limited (“Fyle”). Sage is a market leader in cloud […]
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31 July 2025 at 09 : 13 AM
Competition Law Hotline: CCI Sees ‘Red’ in ‘Green’ Channel Filings
Read MoreJuly 31, 2025 CCI Sees ‘Red’ in ‘Green’ Channel Filings The Green Channel mechanism envisages a deemed approval route for certain combinations, but must be utilised with due caution to all the prerequisites In this article, we discuss the penalty levied by CCI for improper application of the Green Channel route and oversight / […]
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30 July 2025 at 21 : 35 PM
Regulatory Digest: FDI-Linked Performance Conditions: A Critical Analysis
Read MoreJuly 30, 2025 FDI-Linked Performance Conditions: A Critical Analysis Critically examines key regulatory challenges and definitional ambiguity around ‘FDI-Linked Performance Conditions’, its inconsistent application, and the resulting compliance burdens on investors. Proposes policy reform measures to enhance regulatory clarity, reduce investor uncertainty, and align sector-specific conditions with India’s evolving economic priorities. Introduction Foreign Direct […]
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28 July 2025 at 13 : 18 PM
Deal Corner: NDA Represents WestBridge Capital in its General Insurance Venture with Neelesh Garg
Read MoreJuly 28, 2025 NDA Represents WestBridge Capital in its General Insurance Venture with Neelesh Garg Deal Brief WestBridge Capital (“WBC”) has entered into a joint venture with Mr. Neelesh Garg (former MD & CEO of Tata AIG General Insurance), to set-up a general insurance company, Kiwi General Insurance (“Kiwi”). Kiwi has recently received approval […]
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24 July 2025 at 14 : 46 PM
Deal Corner: NDA represents Lingotto Opportunity Fund ILP (“Lingotto”) in the listing of TVS Infrastructure Trust
Read MoreJuly 24, 2025 NDA represents Lingotto Opportunity Fund ILP (“Lingotto”) in the listing of TVS Infrastructure Trust Deal Brief TVS Industrial & Logistics Parks Private Limited (“TVS ILP”) announced the fundraise of approximately USD 151 Million through the listing of its InvIT, TVS Infrastructure Trust. TVS ILP is the sponsor of TVS Infrastructure Trust […]
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22 July 2025 at 17 : 09 PM
Dispute Resolution Hotline: Cross-Border Appeals: The BICC–SICC Model
Read MoreJuly 22, 2025 Cross-Border Appeals: The BICC–SICC Model This article was first published in dailyjus.com (July, 21, 2025). In recent years, International Commercial Courts have emerged as important forums for resolving complex cross-border commercial disputes. These courts, such as the Singapore International Commercial Court (“SICC”), the Dubai International Financial Centre Courts (“DIFCC”), and the […]
