Business Law and Corporate Law

The National Company Law Appellate Tribunal delivered a landmark ruling on whether credit facilities restructured under RBI guidelines retain their secured status during liquidation proceedings without corresponding modification of charge registration. The judgment addresses the complex interplay between corporate debt restructuring, charge registration requirements under company law, and the insolvency resolution framework, establishing critical precedents for consortium lending practices.

Every aspiring entrepreneur begins with an idea. It may feel innovative, profitable, or even disruptive. However, the reality of entrepreneurship quickly reveals one important truth.

The Indian government is currently evaluating a landmark policy shift that could allow Foreign Direct Investment (“FDI”) in inventory led e-commerce models, specifically for export purposes.

Building on earlier amendments to the Companies Act, 2013 (“Companies Act”), the recently introduced Corporate Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026 (the “Bill”) is currently before a Joint Parliamentary Committee...

On March 23, 2026, Finance and Corporate Affairs Minister Nirmala Sitharaman introduced the Corporate Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026 (Bill No. 85 of 2026) ("Bill") in the Lok Sabha. The Bill was subsequently referred to a Joint Parliamentary Committee ("JPC") for detailed examination.

The startup legal lifecycle maps the progression of a venture from idea to exit, demonstrating how legal and regulatory frameworks evolve alongside business growth. Each stage presents unique challenges and protections, from safeguarding ideas to ensuring compliance and facilitating investment. Understanding this lifecycle is crucial for building a sustainable and scalable startup.

Building on earlier amendments to the Companies Act, 2013 (“Companies Act”), the recently introduced Corporate Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026 (the “Bill”) is currently before a Joint Parliamentary Committee...

On March 23, 2026, the Union Finance Minister introduced the Corporate Laws (Amendment) Bill (“Bill”), 2026 in the Lok Sabha, which proposes various amendments (“Proposed Amendments”) to the Companies Act, 2013 (“CA 2013”) and the Limited Liability Partnership Act, 2008. The Bill has been referred to a Joint Parliamentary Committee for further scrutiny.

The introduction of the Corporate Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026, in the Lok Sabha on March 23, 2026, is a significant development in India’s corporate regulatory landscape.

Delhi High Court (‘HC’) in Peter Beck und Partner Vermögensverwaltung GmbH v. Prakash Industries Limited[1] held that amounts awarded by a competent court, whether Indian or foreign, towards damages...

Buying or leasing property in India involves substantial financial commitment and long-term consequences. Many buyers focus on price and location while overlooking a critical safeguard...

The Supreme Court of India has delivered a landmark ruling that redefines the boundaries of judicial intervention in commercial procurement processes. In a dispute involving the operation and maintenance contract for a gas-based power plant, the Court examined whether courts can substitute their judgment for technical evaluators when reviewing tender awards, and what standards must govern such review.