Regulatory Requirements-Factors

The Ministry of Corporate Affairs ("MCA") has introduced various changes in the MCA21 portal over the years since 2006, in order to improve the compliance by companies and Limited Liability Partnerships...

A whistle-blower, whether an individual or a collective entity, is generally an insider who possesses first-hand knowledge of fraud, corruption, misconduct, malpractice, or other unlawful or unethical practices occurring within an organization.

Learn the legal framework, procedure, compliance requirements and practical steps for issuing debentures under the Companies Act, 2013 in India.

Compulsorily Convertible Preference Shares (CCPS) remain one of the most widely used instruments for venture capital and private equity investments in Indian companies. Their appeal lies in the ability to combine equity classification with negotiated economic and governance protections. But CCPS are not governed by a single, standalone statutory framework. Their legal treatment is instead shaped by the Companies Act, FEMA and foreign investment rules, tax law, and, where applicable, SEBI regulations.

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The Ministry of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) issued Notification S.O. 1364(E) on March 21, 2025...

Entrepreneurs in India face a critical decision when choosing between sole proprietorship and private limited company structures. This comprehensive legal comparison examines liability protection, taxation implications, compliance requirements, and growth potential to help business owners select the structure that aligns with their risk tolerance and long-term objectives.

As per the circular, issued by the Revenue Department of Delhi, dated 29 July 2025 (vide reference number F.10 (166)/COS(HQ)/ STAMP. BR/ 2025/93) ("Circular 1")...

For many companies, particularly closely held and unlisted companies, private placement is a practical way of raising funds without going through the extensive process involved in a public issue. It allows a company to approach a limited set of identified investors and raise capital on mutually agreed terms.

The Hindu Undivided Family ("HUF") is one of the more structurally unusual entities in Indian law. Recognised as a separate taxable person under the Income Tax Act, 1961, it is managed by a Karta, and its assets are held for the benefit of all co-parceners and members of the family unit.