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Transborder reputation in India means you must be here
Global citizens and travellers extensively use online sites, social media and search engines to smooth their journeys and stays. Usually this involves no thought as to where any service provider is based or the...
Osborne Partners picks Asia head
Montek Mayal has joined Osborne Partners as a partner and practice head for Asia and the Middle East in New Delhi. The appointment comes as part of the firm’s goal to expand its disputes...
IPAB recognises the concept of transborder reputation
Securing a trademark registration in a new territory presents challenges, especially from local competition. Globalisation has enabled brands to reach distant customers, but even globally recognised brands can face legal trouble if local companies...
Taking a deeper look at changes to SBO regime
The Companies Act, 2013 (act) was amended in 2018 to introduce a regime for significant beneficial owners (SBO) of shares or companies. The SBO regime aims to identify ultimate individual owners behind corporate structures...
Clarity on SBO rules adds to compliance burden
This article analyses the changes brought about to the positions set out in an earlier article (SBO Rules: Lack of clarity may hamper compliance, published in India Business Law Journal, February 2019) following the...
SBO Rules: Lack of clarity may hamper compliance
Based on recommendations of the Financial Action Task Force, the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA), in order to identify the ultimate beneficial owner of shares in investments made through multi-layered structures, notified the Companies...
Clarifications awaited on changes to SBO regime
On 13 June 2018, the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA), released the Companies (Significant Beneficial Ownership) Rules, 2018. The rules, along with amendments to sections 89 and 90 of the Companies Act, 2013, marks...
Vagueness in SBO rules could affect implementation
Governments struggle to combat money laundering, terrorism funding and threats to the integrity of global financial systems. Complex cross-border corporate vehicles are used to facilitate illegal activities, allowing the anonymous movement of illicit funds...
Deals of the Year 2023
India Business Law Journal reveals 50 standout deals and disputes of 2023, and the law firms that successfully concluded them
The year 2023 will be remembered for its several notable highs for corporate India –...
Full speed ahead
Foreign firms grab the reins to fuel India Inc’s rising ambitions. Vandana Chatlani reports
The past year has been one of renewed optimism. India overtook the UK to become the world’s fifth-largest economy, with the...
Now is not the time for injunctions
In the recent case of Bennet, Coleman & Company v E! Entertainment Television LLC, Delhi High Court vacated an interim injunction against entertainment industry giant, E! Entertainment Television, over the use of the term Now....
PE funds face challenges identifying beneficial owners
The significant beneficial owner (SBO) regime in India was introduced by the Companies Act 2013 (act), the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002 (PMLA act) and associated rules. The framework followed recommendations from the...
In-house Counsel Awards 2022
India Business Law Journal reveals the achievements of the country’s leading in-house counsel and corporate legal teams who have been selected as this year’s winners. Katherine Abraham reports
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Bouncing back
As business and travel edge back to normal after the pandemic, which foreign law firms are leading the field with their India offerings? Vandana Chatlani finds out
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Indian Law Firm Awards 2022
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In a celebration of hard work, ingenuity and excellence, India Business Law Journal reveals the winners of the 2022 Indian Law Firm Awards. Vandana Chatlani reports
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A corridor to new Singapore economic partnerships
Singapore’s strategic maritime location, well-respected diplomatic links and excellent treaty network make it the gateway to Asian markets. With 29% of foreign direct investment (FDI), it heads the list of investors in India. The...
Moving targets
With IP infringers shifting pirated content to mirror websites following takedown orders, Delhi High Court has started allowing dynamic injunctions to block new means of broadcasting the material. Rebecca Abraham reports
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Defining ‘beneficial owner’ and FDI restrictions
To restrict opportunistic takeovers/acquisitions of Indian companies due to low valuations in light of covid-19, the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) via Press Note 3 of 2020 (PN3) revised the...
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India Inc slow to embrace IIoT, finds survey
Indian businesses seem to be taking a wait-and-see approach towards the adoption of industrial internet of things (IIoT), according to a recent report by Osborne Clarke. The report surveyed 40 senior executives in manufacturing,...
Significant beneficial ownership rules revamped
The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA), on 8 February 2019, notified the Significant Beneficial Ownership (Amendment) Rules, 2019, (amended rules) which overhauled the amended section 90 of the Companies Act, 2013, notified June 2018.
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The Brexit puzzle
Sherina Petit and Nosherwan Vakil explore how Indian businesses can manage the challenges and opportunities presented by Britain's EU exit
After several rounds of negotiations, the Brexit process in the UK has reached an impasse....
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50 law firms that are on the ascent
by Rebecca Abraham
Ask any in-house lawyer to name India’s most reputed law firms and most will mention the six or seven...
The A-List 2018
India Business Law Journal reveals its definitive list of the most recommended lawyers in India. Rebecca Abraham reports
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MCA notifies beneficial ownership rules
The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) on 13 June brought into effect the Companies (Significant Beneficial Owners) Rules, 2018 (SBORs). The Companies (Amendment) Act, 2017, had introduced the concepts of beneficial interest in shares...
Stephenson Harwood boosts India team
Sunita Singh-Dalal has joined the India practice of Stephenson Harwood from Anjarwalla Collins & Haidermota, Dubai, where she was a partner for four years.
Singh-Dalal told India Business Law Journal that Stephenson Harwood, which she...
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Proposed amendments may require deal restructuring
The recently enacted Companies (Amendment) Act, 2017, brought a fresh set of revisions to the Companies Act, 2013, aimed at plugging loopholes and facilitating ease of doing business. However, certain proposed amendments (which have...
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50 Indian law firms that are on the ascent
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India’s legal market has long been dominated by a handful of law firms. But, while these firms face...
The A-List 2017
India Business Law Journal reveals its definitive list of the country’s most recommended private practice lawyers. Rebecca Abraham reports
For the second year running India Business Law Journal has put together a list of India’s...
Pushing the case for energy storage policy formulation
When it comes to smart and sustainable energy security, renewable energy is paving the way for nations around the globe. A target of 175 GW of renewable capacity addition by 2022, coupled with 24x7...
Brexit puts India-UK ties into question
The UK’s decision to leave the EU following a referendum on 23 June came as a shock to many in and outside of the country, shaking stock markets worldwide, weakening the pound and dampening...
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Trademark troubles
Roma Arora and Harsh Aggarwal of Havells share some experiences and anecdotes of managing their brands in India
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Havells Sylvania Group handled a International Chamber of Commerce arbitration involving a tricky situation that raised...
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Endless Enercon
A decade after the German and Indian partners of a joint venture fell out, no end is in sight. Where do matters stand, and what can be learned? Rebecca Abraham reports
Alibaba Group’s recent triumphant listing on...
A long way to go
Ida Puzone of the Organization for an International Geographical Indications Network argues that the protection and enforcement of geographical indications is still a key challenge in India
At the heart of the concept of geographical indications...
Second guessing economic growth
Policy makers working to stimulate growth should first understand what it is that’s keeping investors away
Is manufacturing experiencing slow growth because of the high risks involved, or is it that companies are moving away...
Deals of the Year 2013
India Business Law Journal identifies and analyses the standout deals and disputes of 2013 and reveals the lawyers who guided them. By Nandini Lakshman
The past year was one of the worst for the Indian economy...
Deals of the Year 2012
India Business Law Journal celebrates 50 of the most significant deals and disputes of 2012 and reveals the legal architects that guided them to fruition
Nandini Lakshman reports from Mumbai
The global financial crisis threw up...
Sober optimism
Careful business decisions and tightened purse strings have changed the pace and direction of Indian outbound investment
Nandini Lakshman reports from Mumbai
At a time when the global markets continue to be muted and domestic activity...
IP fraternity loses a legend
Amar Raj Lall, the founding partner of Lall Lahiri & Salhotra passed away on 6 September.
“If my father is to be remembered, it is not just as a legal luminary, but more so as...
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India boosts green credentials with new e-waste rules
The E-Waste (Management and Handling) Rules, 2011, under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986, came into force on 1 May. The rules apply to all producers, consumers or bulk consumers involved in the manufacture, sale,...
Exploring new pastures
Indian companies hunt for opportunities among Africa’s diverse economies and regulatory regimes
Vandana Chatlani reports
The tapestry that tells Africa’s story shares many of the same threads used to weave India’s story. Free from their colonial...
Deals of the Year 2011
India Business Law Journal celebrates 50 of the most significant transactions and cases of 2011 and reveals the law firms that guided them to fruition
Nandini Lakshman reports from Mumbai
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Changes in taxation: the order of the day?
The Indian tax and regulatory regime governing cross-border transactions has recently undergone several changes. While amendments to the foreign direct investment policy initially restricted exit rights (in the nature of options) for investments into...
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Welcome improvements
Upgrades to India’s IP regime are alleviating some of the concerns of rights owners, says Mark Robertson of Hilton Worldwide
For a hospitality group like Hilton Worldwide, brand protection is no small task. The Hilton...
Deals of the Year 2010
India Business Law Journal showcases 50 of the most significant transactions, court cases and IP enforcement actions of 2010 and reveals the law firms that guided them
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Sharing the spoils or spoiling the shares?
Heightened risk aversion and financial prudence on the part of investors may drive a revival of joint ventures. Vandana Chatlani investigates the risks and rewards of joint venturing
To many foreign investors, India’s proverbial legal...
Students win right to UK internships
A landmark ruling by the Employment Appellate Tribunal has made it possible for Indian law students to apply for legal internships in the UK. The milestone was achieved by Indian student Ashokvardhan Purohit, who...
Infosys acquires Axon of UK
In India’s largest outbound M&A deal in the IT sector, Indian software firm Infosys Technologies will take over the British consultancy firm Axon for £407.1 million (US$748 million).
Infosys bought 100% of Axon’s equity with...
RBI relaxes regulations for ECB collateral
External commercial borrowings (ECBs) refer to commercial loans (in the form of bank loans, buyers credit, suppliers credit and bonds) from offshore lenders to a resident Indian.
The norms relating to ECBs are set out...
Ranbaxy rejects fraud allegations
Ranbaxy Laboratories has denied allegations of fraudulent misconduct made by the US Department of Justice.
Evidence collected in a two-and-a-half-year investigation by the US Food and Drug Administration suggested Ranbaxy may have misrepresented the quality...
Offshore referral fees to be tax free
In a move expected to boost crossborder business, the Authority for Advance Rulings (AAR) said in July that “referral fees” paid to overseas clients will not be subject to taxes in India.
The AAR set...
In praise of Columbus, Ohio
Dear Sir,
We were flattered by your mention of our firm in the June edition but would respectfully suggest that Columbus, Ohio is anything but a “nondescript” city.
As reported recently by the Greensboro, North Carolina...