Corporate Law

Namya Gambhir

Dec 157 min read

Redefining Locus Standi for Oppression and Mismanagement: Shift in the Statutory Scheme

This post examines the requirement of being a ‘member’ to maintain oppression and mismanagement petitions.

Mahi Agrawal

Dec 144 min read

RBI’s Policy on FPI-to-FDI Reclassification: A Game Changer for Foreign Investors

RBI’s reclassification framework is a policy statement that India is evolving toward a more balanced approach to foreign investment.

Owais S Khan

Dec 146 min read

SEBI’s Consultation Paper on UPSI- Expanding the Ambit or Restricting the Window?

The expansion of UPSI, without clearly outlining the exceptions and information outside the UPSI ambit, creates regulatory imbalance.

Sugandha Yadav

Dec 75 min read

Unpacking the New Greenwashing Guidelines: First Notes for Companies, Consumers and Regulator

India is moving fast to increase domestic investment and foreign investment in sustainable, climate positive products and services.

Jyoti Kushwaha

Nov 246 min read

Navigating the Derivatives Maze: Enhancing Market Stability and Investor Protection

This article explores the implications of the new regulatory measures on the derivatives market.

Rachit Prakash Mathur

Nov 106 min read

Lessons from Europe: Why India needs Regulatory Sandboxes for the ICO

This article has provided suggestions for creating a regulatory sandbox for ICOs monitored and regulated by SEBI.

Subhasish Pamegam

Nov 37 min read

Crossroads of Exit Uncertainties for PE Investors in India: SEBI’s Directive on Special Rights

A stable and predictable regulatory framework for the exit rights of PE investors is crucial for fostering investor confidence.

Yash Kaushik

Oct 315 min read

MCA Revamps M&A Rules: New Amendments to Rule 25A Simplify Reverse Flipping Process

MCA streamlines and simplifies the regulatory framework for transnational mergers.

Vanshika Gupta, Ishita Khosla

Oct 276 min read

From Vedanta to Reform: SEBI’s Push for a Hassle-Free Delisting Process

The amendments to SEBI's delisting regulations are designed to reduce the challenges associated with delisting.

Arav Akolkar, Dev Jhunjhunwala

Oct 196 min read

Unpacking RBI’s Margining Requirements: Safeguards and Challenges

The RBI has taken steps towards creating a safer OTC market in compliance with most BCBS-IOSCO principles and ISDA practices.

Arnav Gulati

Oct 66 min read

RBI’s Crackdown on P2P Lending: Course Correction or a Death Knell?

The author evaluates the consequences of the amendments for the P2P sector from both legal and market viewpoints.

Arshan Kazi

Oct 56 min read

Lender’s Perspective on RBI’s Draft Project Finance Directions

The Directions were established to encompass the entire lifecycle of a project, from design through to operation.

Priyanshu, Harshita Bhandari

Oct 16 min read

Rationalizing the Scope of “Connected Person”: SEBI’s Proposed Amendments to PIT Regulations

The rationalization of the term ‘relative’ in PIT Regulations with the Income Tax Act 1961 aids in clarity.

Priyanshu Ranjan, Kritika Jeswani

Sep 287 min read

SEBI's New Asset Class: Bid to Create a New Investor Class

The new asset class tries to identify a new segment of investors, making the securities market more accommodative.

Devanshi Jadia

Sep 276 min read

Navigating the SPAC Landscape in India: Opportunities, Challenges, and the Path Forward

This article explores the rise of SPACs, their potential advantages and challenges in the Indian context.

Rachit Beejawat, Sujatro Roy

Sep 226 min read

Simplifying Non-Debt Investment: Easing Cross-Border Swap Transactions?

The approval routes and control issues could undermine the intended benefits, necessitating further regulatory clarification.

Gaurav Aswani, Varun Soni

Sep 207 min read

In Summary: SEBI’s Proposed Regulation 30A is a Portent for Intermediaries

This article analyses the proposed Regulation 30A and identifies the potential challenges that it is susceptible to.

Kushagra Dwivedi

Sep 196 min read

The Conundrum of True Sale in India: A Source of Judicial Uncertainty?

Securitization's success hinges on the clear classification of asset transfers as true sales.

Richa Rout, Vanshika Visen

Sep 156 min read

Navigating Bonus Shares through SEBI’s T+2 Trading Proposal and its Impact

This article delves into the existing framework surrounding the trading of bonuses along with the changes proposed by SEBI.

Aditya Kumar, Samridhi Singh

Sep 146 min read

P-notes and SEBI Regulations: Addressing Regulatory Arbitrage Whilst Managing Foreign Investments

SEBI’s proposal to further tighten the noose around P-notes represents a swift change in the regulatory landscape for P-notes and ODIs.

Ankush Kalsule, Gargi Agnihotri

Sep 146 min read

RBI’s Risk Renaissance: Crafting Resilient Financial Models

For model review, RBI has to ensure that these models are robust and reliable, and they comply with the existing regulatory standards.

Shloka Mathur

Sep 116 min read

The Evolution of India's International Financial Centre: GIFT City and Regulatory Advancements

A strong regulatory framework can, on its own, position India as a competitive player in the international financial services market,

Koninika Bhattacharjee

Sep 86 min read

RBI v/s SEBI: Assessing Proportionality in Regulating Paytm Payments Bank

This article compares RBI’s direction against PPBL with SEBI’s balanced approach.

Shruti Gala

Sep 25 min read

Paper Tigers: The Unfulfilled Promise of Independent Directorship

To realise the promise of independent directors, strict legislation, improved training and cultural shifts in boardroom dynamics are needed.

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