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Directors’ duties shift to creditors in insolvency: Section 66 liability for fraudulent and wrongful trading risks

Clarifying rights in ‘either or survivor’ bank accounts, fixed deposits and banks’ legal obligations

Delhi High Court has provided a solution to the misuse of domain names related to well-known brands purchased by anonymous and unrelated persons

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has released a consultation paper for public comment on introducing changes to trading at stock exchanges

Supreme Court rules Tiger Global’s use of Mauritius-based structure to sell USD1.6bn Flipkart stake as a conduit arrangement and deal is taxable in India

The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has notified the Environmental (Protection) Fund Rules, 2026 establishing a comprehensive framework

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The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has released five sets of proposed directions to change  how the maximum eligible dividend payouts for banks are calculated

This is expected to improve capital augmentation, adoption of technology, bring global best practices to insurance in India

JSA, Kirkland & Ellis and Linklaters have assisted on Warburn Pincus’ proposal to invest in Acclime Group

Deduction limits apply to head offices of foreign companies in India, the Supreme Court has ruled, citing section 44C of the Income Tax Act, 1961

Japan powers dynamic real estate and investment corridor across Telangana and Andhra Pradesh in India

The International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA) has amended its 2022 guidelines for AML, CTF and KYC rules

Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas and Trilegal advised parties involved in Uber India Systems’ investment for an undisclosed amount in Carrum Mobility Solutions

Former JSA and IC Universal partners launch Mantrika Legal, a new corporate law firm in Mumbai

Inttl Advocare opens Kolkata office to expand intellectual property services in eastern India

CAM advises Ambuja Cements on ACC and Orient Cement amalgamations

Proactive SEBI settlements: preserving fund managers’ reputations amid India’s evolving compliance landscape

Greaves Cotton GC writes accountability is key in promoter-run enterprises for better corporate governance

SEBI tightens and expands the regulatory framework governing merchant bankers in India

MCA simplifies director KYC compliance with a new three-year filing regime

Zeeshan Khan joins Luthra and Luthra to strengthen its banking and finance practice

Rachana Rautray joins JSA to bolster technology, data and regulatory advisory

India’s constitution-based judiciary safeguards the rule of law for some 1.5 billion people

Mitigating hidden regulatory, tax, property and liability risks in India’s hospital sector investments

Building sustainable AI: Why robust, transparent data management must go beyond compliance to earn trust

Consolidating complex regulations to streamline compliance, enhance certainty and improve ease of doing business

The Inter-Pacific Bar Association (IPBA) will bring its flagship Annual Meeting and Conference to New Delhi from 25-28 February

The Inter-Pacific Bar Association (IPBA) will bring its flagship Annual Meeting and Conference to New Delhi from 25-28 February

JSA and TT&A advised on IndiGrid Infrastructure Trust’s INR3.72bn acquisition of Gadag Transmission

Former Bharucha & Partners partner Parag Bhide joins Aquilaw as M&A partner, to lead its employment law practice

The Inter-Pacific Bar Association (IPBA) will bring its flagship Annual Meeting and Conference to New Delhi from 25-28 February

TT&A, Ashurst and Latham & Watkins advised on TotalEnergies Renewables’ INR31.8bn sale of Adani Green shares

The Supreme Court of India clarified jurisdiction issues for Indian courts in cross-border contracts and arbitration

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Deepening India-Japan ties through aligned, pro-enforcement arbitration frameworks and growing institutional dispute resolution

India has enacted the Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement of Nuclear Energy for Transforming India (SHANTI) Bill 2025

India’s Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade has released a working paper proposing

Saraf and Partners and S&R Associates have advised on IHH Healthcare’s USD490 million open offer to acquire a 26.1% stake in Fortis Healthcare

Intellectual property expert Nancy Roy has been appointed as the managing partner of Lall & Sethi

Argus Partners has appointed former additional advocate-general Mazag Andrabi as a partner and head of its regulatory disputes practice in Delhi

MZM Legal has appointed Purazar Fauzdar as a new partner, joining MZM Legal’s Mumbai office

S&R Associates and Ashurst advised on sale of 12.8 million shares of Paytm parent One97 Communications, valued at USD185.6 million

ANM Global has hired Varunraj Limaye and Dr Venkatesh Seshan as partners in its IP practice

Safeguarding revenge porn victims while regulating takedowns and protecting digital rights in India

S&A Law Offices expands its regional disputes practice with the acquisition of U&L Partners

India’s new geospatial policies unlock major opportunities for global players

RBI draft ECB rules liberalise borrowing, expand eligibility and adopt market-based, risk-focused framework to boost foreign debt

Obhan & Associates and Mason & Associates have joined forces to create a newly aligned and integrated firm called Obhan Mason in New Delhi

Sheela Foam boosts its Furlenco investment through a CAM-advised preferential issue

The General Counsels’ Association of India (GCAI) is set to launch the inaugural edition of its national internship and skilling programme

BAT completes a USD429m ITC Hotels stake sale through an accelerated block trade

MZM Legal has promoted six lawyers in New Delhi and Mumbai, including two principal associates and four senior associates

Four new labour codes took effect on 21 November 2025, streamlining and modernising India’s outdated labour laws

MeitY proposes strict labelling and oversight rules to regulate deepfakes and synthetic media

Delhi High Court permits simultaneous execution of foreign decrees, strengthening cross-border recovery

DGCA issues notice to IndiGo after major cancellations disrupt travel across India

India removes mandatory Sanchar Saathi installation, making the handset security app fully voluntary

Bangladesh blocks Adani from starting Singapore arbitration over its disputed power agreement

Refusal of a patent by the Controller of Patents, Designs and Trademarks may be appealed to the high court

Rapid digital expansion is driving Asia’s regulators to craft new e-commerce frameworks  

India SC rules a counterclaim under CPC must target the plaintiff, not solely a co-defendant

The Supreme Court quashed a Calcutta High Court ruling that allowed post-bid financial rectification in an e-tender

SC rules bidders cannot be disqualified for non-submission of a JVA unless expressly mandated by clear tender terms

Finsec Law Advisors has opened a new office in Bengaluru, adding to its branch in Mumbai in a move to support the development of India’s financial markets

Facing unpredictable tariffs, compliance crackdowns and rising trade tensions, companies in Asia are rethinking contracts, manufacturing and supply chains

India updates RCO rules with more flexibility, new compliance options and clearer clean-energy targets

Rajasthan HC condemns major trademark delays and directs timely decisions

Uncertainty remains in how deal value is calculated under India’s DVT rules when upstream funding is used for downstream acquisitions

India is introducing a creditor-initiated insolvency mechanism under the 2025 IBC amendments, creating a faster, out-of-court, creditor-led resolution process

CAM, SAM, Trilegal and Sidley advised on Lenskart’s USD821m IPO on India’s stock exchanges

ED has arrested former Jaypee Infratech chief Manoj Gaur over alleged money laundering and fund diversion affecting homebuyers

Pine Labs completes its INR39bn IPO with major advisory roles from CAM, TT&A, S&R and Khaitan

The IBBI circular establishes a standard route to restore ED-attached assets for CIRP under court supervision

MeitY has issued the 2025 data protection rules and set phased implementation timelines

Veteran IP lawyer Pravin Anand receives APAA Enduring Impact Award for his work in patents and IP

Experts unpack the regulatory changes shaping Asia’s private equity landscape

Trilegal appoints Raya Hazarika as corporate partner, expanding its M&A and private equity practice

DSK Legal appoints Abhishek Tilak as associate partner in Mumbai, strengthening its dispute resolution practice

SEBI seeks public input on simplifying mutual fund regulations to enhance clarity, compliance and operational transparency

Groww’s INR761 billion NSE IPO saw leading firms advise on complex multi-shareholder and regulatory aspects

India and UK overhaul arbitration laws to boost efficiency, global alignment and procedural credibility

TT&A advised JP Morgan India on Singtel Pastel’s USD1.2 billion secondary sale of Bharti Airtel shares

Delhi High Court granted an anti-arbitration injunction in a Singapore-seated ICC dispute, questioning judicial limits in international arbitration

India examines stablecoin dollarisation risks after the US GENIUS Act, balancing regulation and the rupee’s financial sovereignty

SEBI expands strategic investor definition for REITs and InvITs to attract institutional investments and boost market growth

India’s draft online gaming rules propose a new regulatory body to govern esports and money games

India plans to amend GST laws to end disputes on intermediary services

India’s new power bill aims to reform tariffs, regulation and clean energy

The Delhi High Court granted interim protection to Mattel’s “Barbie” trademark, blocking use by a local business attempting to register a similar name

The Bombay High Court upheld veteran singer Asha Bhosle’s personality rights against unauthorised AI-generated voice and likeness replication

Mars and Cadbury end a 25-year trademark battle over “celebrations” with a court-approved settlement

The Madras High Court ruled that cryptocurrency is a property under Indian law and not a currency, granting relief to an investor in a case against WazirX operator Zanmai Labs

The Bombay High Court upheld SBI’s move to label Anil Ambani’s Reliance Communications loan as “fraud”, rejecting his plea of non-involvement in company affairs

Habib Al Mulla & Partners opens India-focused consultancy in New Delhi

The Enforcement Directorate has provisionally attached INR30.8 billion in Reliance Anil Ambani Group assets over allegations of loan diversion and fraud

RBI proposes easing external borrowing rules under FEMA 1999

TSMP Law hired former MAS deputy director Harsharan Kaur to lead its investigations and financial regulatory practice

Six firms advised Vedanta Resources on its USD500 million guaranteed senior bond issue due 2032

MeitY seeks stakeholder feedback on draft IT Rules to regulate deepfakes, AI-generated content, and synthetic media misuse

SAM, CAM, Khaitan & Co and Latham & Watkins advised on Meesho’s proposed USD483 million IPO in India

Amitabh Sharma returns to JSA as a partner in Gurugram, bringing over 25 years of M&A and corporate law expertise

Emirates NBD’s USD3 billion RBL Bank deal sets a new FDI record in India’s financial sector

Vidhisastras Advocates & Solicitors teams up with Boubaris Ganetsiou to enhance India-Greece legal and investment advisory collaboration

Delayed implementation of the Digital Personal Data Protection Act sees Indian businesses struggle with compliance

Courts in India are adapting trademark law to the digital era, recognizing that invisible use in meta tags can amount to infringement

O’Melveny hires John Curran as Corporate Finance Partner in Singapore to expand Asia presence

Canara HSBC Life Insurance raised INR25.16 billion in its IPO with leading law firms advising

Runwal Developers plans a major INR20 billion IPO, advised by Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas and Trilegal

New ACC president and CEO Jason Brown outlines his vision to deepen engagement with in-house counsel across Asia

Draft BIS e-commerce guidelines may complicate compliance for online platforms

CESTAT confirms that permanent film copyright assignments fall outside service tax scope under Indian law

India must ensure its Digital Competition Bill aligns with market realities and promotes innovation

Delhi High Court expands the definition of workplace under the POSH Act to include digital platforms like WhatsApp and Facebook.  

ED attaches INR4.2 billion worth of assets linked to Ozone Urbana Infra Developers in a money laundering probe

MCM Law expands with new partners to strengthen its corporate and dispute resolution practices

KPMG’s associate GC, Priya Bahal, writes that being proactive is the only way forward for in-house teams