KSK Secures Supreme Court Victory for Hamdard; Rooh Afza Classified as ‘Fruit Drink’
New Delhi, February 25, 2026: King Stubb & Kasiva (KSK) successfully represented Hamdard (Wakf) Laboratories before the Supreme Court of India in a significant VAT classification dispute concerning its flagship product, Sharbat Rooh Afza, under the Uttar Pradesh Value Added Tax Act, 2008.
Homburger advised Zurich Insurance Group Ltd on the placement of 7,090,909 newly issued shares through an accelerated bookbuilding process, raising gross proceeds of CHF 3.9 bn
On March 2, 2026, Zurich Insurance Group Ltd (SIX: ZURN) announced the launch of an accelerated bookbuilding offering, which led to the successful placement of 7,090,909 newly issued shares at an offer price of CHF 550 per offered share, raising aggregate gross proceeds of approximately CHF 3.9 bn. Zurich intends to use the net proceeds …
Homburger advised Zurich Insurance Company Ltd in connection with new debt facilities entered into in relation to Zurich Insurance Group Ltd’s offer for Beazley plc
On March 2, 2026, Zurich Insurance Group Ltd (SIX: ZURN) announced its recommended all-cash offer for the entire issued and to be issued share capital of Beazley plc (Beazley). The transaction combines two highly complementary businesses, accelerating Zurich’s strategy to create the global leader in Specialty insurance.
Homburger advised UBS Switzerland AG on the issuance of EUR 1.5 bn aggregate amount Fixed Rate Covered Bonds
On February 18, 2026, UBS Switzerland AG successfully completed its issuance of EUR 750 m 2.5595 per cent.
Mourant advises NCB Financial Group on strategic sale of Cayman Islands banking business
Mourant, an international professional services firm, has acted for members of the NCB Financial Group on a strategic intra-group restructure which forms part of the Group’s efforts to optimise its business structure and align related business activities.
Argus Partners Advises Spinny on its Acquisition of GoMechanic
Argus Partners is pleased to announce that it has advised Valuedrive Technologies Private Limited (Spinny) on its acquisition of a 100% stake in Service Easy Technology Private Limited (GoMechanic) from its founders, and the investor groups of Stride Ventures Debt Fund II, Lifelong India Private Limited, and Hero Enterprise Partner Ventures.
Argus Partners Advises Accel on their Series F Investment in Bounce
Argus Partners is pleased to announce that it has advised Accel on its Series F investment in Bounce (WickedRide Adventure Services Private Limited), a full-stack B2B electric vehicle rental platform focused on last-mile delivery for India’s gig economy.
Argus Partners Advises Accel, Blume Ventures and Kae Capital on their investment in PowerUp Money
We are pleased to announce that Argus Partners has advised Accel, Blume Ventures and Kae Capital on their investment in Bengaluru-based wealthtech startup, PowerUp Money, as part of its USD 7.2 million Series Seed and USD 12 million Series A funding round.
The need for well drafted policies and trainings on use of internet, social media and electronic systems at the workplace
The Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act 2016 (PECA) as it is more commonly known was Pakistan’s first attempt at curbing electronic crimes and cyber-crimes. The also contains provisions on data protection. Predominantly the PECA provides for criminal penalties for anyone found guilty of indulging in cyber-crimes. In the past 5 years Pakistan has seen a …
YOUSAF AMANAT & ASSOCIATES ENGAGED BY CHNA THREE GORGES
The Firm has been engaged by Chine Three Gorges Corporation to advise its hydel power project in Pakistan. The advise focuses on matters of labour law including advising the corporation on how best to handle its disputes being adjudicated by the office of the ombudsperson for disputes of the World Bank. The Firm has been …
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