Corporate Law

Difference Between DRT and NCLT Proceedings May 22, 2026 Considering that there has been an increase in financial disputes, loan default cases, and insolvency cases in India, there are two tribunals which have come into existence. The first one is the Debt Recovery Tribunal (DRT), while the second one is the National Company Law Tribunal […]

Penalties for FEMA Non-Compliance May 22, 2026 All foreign exchange deals within India are managed through the Foreign Exchange Management Act, 1999 (FEMA). Whereas, FEMA streamlines external trade and payments, there are severe compliance rules that apply to all individuals, corporations, and banks.   A breach of the provisions of FEMA can be punished with

How FEMA Affects Indian Startups Raising Funds Abroad May 21, 2026 As globalization increases, Indian startups have begun sourcing their finances from foreign investors via venture capital, private equity, and international funding. However, apart from opportunities and prospects for business growth, there come stringent regulations under the Foreign Exchange Management Act, 1999 (FEMA) which need

How MSMEs Can Use IBC for Debt Resolution May 22, 2026 Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises  MSMEs  are the backbone of India’s economy. They fuel jobs, manufacture goods, and drive exports. But let’s face it, these businesses constantly wrestle with financial headaches: late payments, cash flow crunches, and mounting debts. When things get serious, you

Role of Competition Commission of India (CCI) in M&A May 20, 2026 Mergers and acquisitions are popular strategies when companies want to grow, expand into new markets, or tighten their grip on an industry. But if big players keep joining forces, sometimes it kills competition, leads to monopolies, or leaves consumers with fewer choices and

Role of Forensic Audits in Corporate Fraud Cases May 20, 2026 Corporate fraud is a growing worry for businesses these days, no matter how big or small they are. Things like fake accounting, moving money around, and faking records don’t just mean lost cash they can really mess up a company’s reputation too. Ordinary audits

Pre-Packaged Insolvency – A New Mechanism May 19, 2026 The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016 (IBC) set up a clear system for handling insolvency in India, but the main process called the Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process, or CIRP tends to drag on. It’s public, it’s slow, and it can really hit a company’s reputation. To

Corporate Governance Failures That Lead to Fraud. May 19, 2026 Corporate governance is really just about how a company runs—who’s making the decisions, what rules and systems guide them, and whether anyone’s actually checking if things are done right. When governance works, you get transparency, accountability, and a business that acts ethically. But when it

Legal Aspects of Joint Venture Agreements May 18, 2026 Businesses love joint ventures because they let you pool resources, share technology, crack new markets, and combine expertise. You can set up a JV between two Indian companies, an Indian and a foreign firm, or even between individuals and corporations. It’s pretty flexible. The catch? Joint

How Legal Compliance Protects Startups from Disputes May 18, 2026 Startups move fast. Everyone’s chasing growth, fresh ideas, and a spot in the market. But here’s the thing—legal compliance often gets pushed aside. Founders get caught up in launching products or pitching to investors, and paperwork starts to feel like a distraction. That can backfire,