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6 May 2025 at 16 : 36 PM
New Publication: Corporate Social Responsibility Gets a Makeover with Blended Finance and Outcome Based Funding
Read MoreToolkit May 06, 2025 In a bold step towards transforming corporate philanthropy in India, a new toolkit titled “Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR): Evolving from Traditional Grant Giving to Blended Finance & Outcome Based Funding” is set to redefine how businesses, non profits, and other development sector stakeholders approach social impact. Developed through the […]
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6 May 2025 at 12 : 14 PM
Yes, Governance Matters.: Non-executive directors needn’t get caught up in cases of corporate fraud
Read MoreMay 06, 2025 Non-executive directors needn’t get caught up in cases of corporate fraud This article was first published in www.livemint.com (May, 01, 2025). The Gensol-BluSmart crisis has drawn corporate fraud in India’s startup ecosystem into thespotlight. It has sparked a debate over a ‘fake it till you make it’ culture and whether it’s […]
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28 April 2025 at 10 : 10 AM
Technology Law Analysis: Indian regulatory environment & judicial proactiveness in tackling child sexual abuse content
Read MoreApril 28, 2025 Indian regulatory environment & judicial proactiveness in tackling child sexual abuse content This article was first published in www.lexology.com (April, 25, 2025). The rise in the proliferation of child sexual exploitation and abuse material (“CSEAM”) on intermediary platforms represents a grave menace with far-reaching consequences for individuals, communities, and digital ecosystems […]
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21 April 2025 at 12 : 38 PM
New Publication: India’s Oil & Gas Sector– at a Glance
Read MoreFrom NELP to HELP and Beyond April 21, 2025 India’s energy narrative is deeply connected with its oil and gas sector. An industry that not only fuels economic development but also shapes India’s strategic policy decisions. With an ambitious agenda to achieve energy security, reduce import dependency, and transition toward a more sustainable […]
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17 April 2025 at 17 : 50 PM
New Publication: Energizing the Future
Read MoreExploring the Legal, Regulatory, and Financial Dimensions of the Renewable Energy Sector April 17, 2025 India is undergoing a significant transformation in its energy sector, driven by an ambitious goal to achieve 500 GW of non-fossil fuel energy capacity by 2030. With a strong push for domestic manufacturing, policy incentives, and adoption of […]
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17 April 2025 at 12 : 07 PM
Deal Corner: NDA represents GIC Singapore, Asia Healthcare Holdings and Rhea Healthcare in Securing Approval from CCI
Read MoreApril 17, 2025 NDA represents GIC Singapore, Asia Healthcare Holdings and Rhea Healthcare in Securing Approval from CCI Deal Brief & Our Role Nishith Desai Associates represented Government of Singapore (GIC), Asia Healthcare Holdings Pte. Ltd. (AHH) and Rhea Healthcare Private Limited (Rhea) in the receipt of approval from the Competition Commission of India […]
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11 April 2025 at 16 : 01 PM
Social Sector Hotline: FCRA Notification Tightens Prior Permission Regime: New Validity Periods Prescribed for NGOs
Read MoreApril 11, 2025 FCRA Notification Tightens Prior Permission Regime: New Validity Periods Prescribed for NGOs The Ministry of Home Affairs has notified new validity limits for prior permission under the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, 2010, restricting the period for receiving foreign funds to 3 years and for utilization to 4 years, replacing the earlier open-ended […]
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9 April 2025 at 12 : 00 PM
M&A Hotline: Rights Issues Reimagined: SEBI’s New Framework for Speed and Simplicity
Read MoreApril 09, 2025 Rights Issues Reimagined: SEBI’s New Framework for Speed and Simplicity SEBI introduced a new framework for rights issues on March 8, 2025, effective for issues approved from April 7, 2025. The revised regulations aim to expedite the process, allowing completion within 23 working days and enabling flexible timelines for subscription. Key […]
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4 April 2025 at 17 : 43 PM
New Publication: Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare
Read MoreNavigating Regulatory Frontiers in India April 04, 2025 Artificial Intelligence (“AI”) is transforming healthcare globally, and India is emerging as one of the most dynamic regions adopting this cutting-edge technology. The advancements in AI have the potential to optimize patient care, streamline administrative processes and improve disease identification and mitigation. In this research […]
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4 April 2025 at 11 : 26 AM
HR Law Hotline: Exemption for IT-ITES Establishments in Andhra Pradesh under the Shops and Establishments Act
Read MoreApril 04, 2025 Exemption for IT-ITES Establishments in Andhra Pradesh under the Shops and Establishments Act The recent Notification by the Andhra Pradesh Government offers operational flexibility for IT and ITES establishments in Andhra Pradesh. The exemption is effective for five years, until March 25, 2030. The Notification deals with exemption around opening and […]
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3 April 2025 at 17 : 31 PM
HR Law Hotline: Leave Encashment Upon Dismissal: A Vested Right or Employer’s Discretion?
Read MoreApril 03, 2025 Leave Encashment Upon Dismissal: A Vested Right or Employer’s Discretion? An employee dismissed from service remains entitled to privilege leave encashment unless expressly barred by a statutory provision. Once earned, leave encashment becomes an employee’s financial entitlement and cannot be withheld arbitrarily, as recognized under Article 300A of the Constitution of […]
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2 April 2025 at 17 : 50 PM
New Publication: Structuring Platform Investments in India For Foreign Investors
Read MoreLegal, Regulatory and Tax Considerations April 02, 2025 We’ve all heard the phrase – “Together Everyone Achieves More (TEAM)”. The world of private equity (“PE”) investments has also adapted the wisdom of this adage to create an innovative structure for investments, collaboratively through “platforms” run by two or more institutional investors together. Investments […]
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28 March 2025 at 12 : 40 PM
Capital Markets Hotline: Insider Trading involving Family, Friends and Rival Firms
Read MoreMarch 28, 2025 Insider Trading involving Family, Friends and Rival Firms This article was first published in www.lexology.com (March, 27, 2025). Jack L. Warner, the media mogul, once jokingly told Albert Einstein that he had his own theory of relativity: “Never hire a relative!” India’s insider trading laws mandate that insiders follow this theory. […]
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26 March 2025 at 11 : 55 AM
Yes, Governance Matters.: Balancing Procedure and Substance: The Legal Weight of Unanimous Consent
Read MoreMarch 26, 2025 Balancing Procedure and Substance: The Legal Weight of Unanimous Consent Under Section 203, a board must pass a unanimous resolution, when appointing a managing director who already holds the position of a managing director in another company. Failure to explicitly document this unanimous approval can lead to regulatory penalties and potential […]
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19 March 2025 at 16 : 02 PM
Deal Talk: Easy Trips, Without Cash: Exploring Easemytrip’s Cashless Foreign and Domestic Share Swaps
Read MoreMarch 19, 2025 Easy Trips, Without Cash: Exploring Easemytrip’s Cashless Foreign and Domestic Share Swaps 1. INTRODUCTION A recent trend coming up in the market is utilizing non-cash share-swaps for the purpose of acquisitions and investments. This structure can be utilized for the purposes of acquiring an Indian entity or an overseas entity. In […]
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18 March 2025 at 16 : 22 PM
M&A Hotline: Risk, Wrapped & Insured: M&A’s Safety Blanket
Read MoreMarch 18, 2025 Risk, Wrapped & Insured: M&A’s Safety Blanket This article was first published in www.lexology.com (March, 17, 2025). The global M&A market’s restoration to pre-pandemic levels has led to a synchronised growth in the demand for investor protection mechanisms. Investors’ attitude is shifting towards more robust investor protection tools which can guarantee […]
