Corporate Law

Corporate Law

April 16, 2025
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SELF REGULATION IN THE DIGITAL AGE: INDIA’S NEW S...

In recent years, there has been a rapid expansion in the influencer marketing landscape in India, where social media influencers promote products and services across various platforms. This surge has led to challenges surrounding transparency, accountability, and consumer protection. ......
April 9, 2025
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HYPERLINKING A DEFAMATORY ARTICLE: DEFAMATION OR NOT?

In a recent judgment , the Delhi High Court ("Court") has examined whether hyperlinking to alleged defamatory content would amount to republication and therefore give rise to a fresh action for defamation under Section 499 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860. ......
April 2, 2025

SEBI’s proposed amendment may allow start-up foun...

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (“SEBI“) issued a consultation paper dated March 20, 20251 (“Consultation Paper“), proposing certain amendments to the SEBI (Share Based Employee Benefits and Sweat Equity) Regulations, 2021 (“SBEB Regulations“), and inviting comments from the public on the same. ......
March 26, 2025
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Beneficial Ownership Disclosure: Navigating Compliance ...

In today's world, transparency in business ownership is no longer optional—it is essential and moreover mandatory. The increase in economic crimes such as money laundering, tax evasion, and misuse of corporate structures has prompted regulators around the globe to tighten disclosure norms. ......
March 19, 2025
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The RBI Updated Master Directions on Foreign Investment...

On January 20, 2025, the Reserve Bank of India ("RBI") introduced significant updates to its master directions on foreign investment in India ("Master Directions"). This move aims to provide clarity on various regulatory aspects, particularly concerning downstream investments by Foreign-Owned or Controlled Companies. ......
March 13, 2025
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E-Commerce – Principles and Guidelines for Self-Governa...

The Bureau of Indian Standards has released draft standards titled "E-commerce – Principles and Guidelines for Self-Governance" dated January 2025 (herein after referred to as the "Guidelines"). These Guidelines are imperative for the self-governance of e-commerce entities, ensuring fairness and transparency for all stakeholders including consumers and businesses. ......
March 8, 2025
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HALF EMPTY OR HALF FULL: ALL A MATTER OF PERSPECTIVE

In a recent decision involving the reinstating of two civil judges in Madhya Pradesh, Justice Nagarathna of the Supreme Court made some key observations on the representation of women in the judiciary. ......
February 26, 2025
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MIB Issues Latest Advisory for OTT Platforms Amid Conte...

Pursuant to the enactment of the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 ("DPDP Act"), the personal data of a 'Data Principal' can be processed only in accordance with the DPDP Act and for a lawful purpose for which the Data Principal has given consent. This consent needs to be 'free, specific, informed, unconditional and unambiguous' with a clear affirmative action. ......
February 18, 2025

RBI’s New Framework to Strengthen Payment Systems...

Pursuant to the enactment of the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 ("DPDP Act"), the personal data of a 'Data Principal' can be processed only in accordance with the DPDP Act and for a lawful purpose for which the Data Principal has given consent. This consent needs to be 'free, specific, informed, unconditional and unambiguous' with a clear affirmative action. ......