India's Competition Commission recently examined allegations of abuse of dominance against Adani Group entities and government bodies in the solar power sector, raising questions about the boundaries between competition law and regulatory compliance. The case centered on whether tender design decisions and alleged bribery constitute anti-competitive conduct under the Competition Act. The CCI's threshold dismissal provides clarity on what types of grievances fall outside the scope of competition law enforcem

The Ministry of Labour & Employment, by way of Notifications dated June 29, 2026, has notified the Employees’ Provident Funds Scheme, 2026 (effective July 1, 2026), the Employees’ Pension Scheme, 2026 (effective June 30, 2026) and the Employees’ Deposit-Linked Insurance Scheme, 2026 (effective June 30, 2026) under the Code on Social Security, 2020

The NDI Rules regulate equity investments in India by persons resident outside India.

The SC in Manjula v. D.A. Srinivas[1] inter alia, held that Courts considering an application under Order VII Rule 11 of the CPC must undertake a meaningful and substantive reading of the plaint and curtail frivolous suits which are barred by law by piercing the veil of clever drafting.

State governments across India are implementing significant amendments to their shops and establishments legislation, fundamentally altering operational hours, employee working conditions, and registration requirements.

he State Governments of Haryana, Maharashtra and Gujarat have passed Ordinances to amend their respective shops and establishments acts.

The Ministry of Labour & Employment has issued two significant notifications under the Code on Social Security that will impact employers across India. The first notification establishes a 12% per annum simple interest rate on overdue amounts under the SS Code, while the second sets a wage ceiling of INR 15,000 per month for Employees' Provident Fund purposes under Chapter III.

Anuja Tiwari's interview (published below) and her "all energy stance" marks a view that the energy transition, particularly for developing economies, will be driven by LNG as India ambitions to elevate LNG's share in the energy mix from the present 6.5% to 15%.

SEBI has introduced a new mechanism for handling lock-in requirements for pledged shares in public issues, requiring companies to amend their Articles of Association to ensure pledged equity shares remain locked-in even after pledge invocation or release. The circular establishes specific procedural requirements for issuers, including mandatory notifications to lenders and pledgees at key stages of the public offering process.

SEBI, in its 210th board meeting, held on June 18, 2025, has approved amendments to the InvIT Regulations and the REIT Regulations...

RBI has amended the regulatory framework for Non-Operative Financial Holding Companies (‘NOFHCs') following a review of earlier instructions and to align with updated...

India's securities regulator SEBI has proposed the GARUDA mechanism to accelerate Alternative Investment Fund scheme launches, potentially reducing approval timelines from 30 days to as little as 10 working days for regular schemes and enabling immediate launches for accredited investor-only schemes. The consultation paper outlines a streamlined process that would allow certain AIF categories to bypass traditional merchant banker requirements and launch funds upon document acknowledgement.

SEBI, by way of the SEBI (Foreign Portfolio Investors) (Second Amendment) Regulations, 2025, dated December 1, 2025, has introduced the ‘Single Window Automatic and Generalised Access for Trusted Foreign Investor'...

The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India has issued new guidance addressing a critical compliance challenge for Indian insurers seeking to invest in Alternative Investment Funds...

In the penultimate episode of our series, we speak to Darshika Kothari, Senior Partner, who has been with AZB through all its many phases.

In our latest episode, we speak with our Senior Partner, Nohid Nooreyezdan, who reminisces about the very beginning of AZB & Partners and its significance in her journey as a lawyer.

In our third episode with Senior Partner, Vinati Kastia Kilambi from our Delhi office, we discuss the changing gender roles and her journey as a woman in the law...

The SC, in BPL Limited v. Morgan Securities and Credits Private Limited, held that the arbitral tribunal would have the discretion to grant interest, for the period...

DoT has notified the Telecommunications (Telecom Cyber Security) Amendment Rules, 2025 (‘Cyber Security Amendment Rules')...

The Supreme Court has ruled on the classification of online gaming, fantasy sports, and casino activities under India's GST framework, determining whether these platforms constitute betting and gambling when players stake money on uncertain outcomes. This landmark decision addresses the constitutional validity of GST levy on actionable claims arising from such transactions and clarifies the legal treatment of contingent beneficial interests in movable property under the Transfer of Property Act, 1882.