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19 November 2024 at 11 : 34 AM
HR Law Hotline: Lock-in period in employment contracts: Need for a more nuanced view
Read MoreNovember 19, 2024 Lock-in period in employment contracts: Need for a more nuanced view The Delhi High Court’s decision in Lily Packers case serves as a critical reference point for future cases involving validity of lock-in clauses in employment contracts. This judgement validates the enforceability of lock-in periods during the period of employment. Such […]
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14 November 2024 at 14 : 59 PM
Investment Funds: Monthly Digest: AIFs and Valuation: SEBI’s Fresh Take on Guidelines
Read MoreNovember 14, 2024 AIFs and Valuation: SEBI’s Fresh Take on Guidelines Valuation of non-traded and thinly traded unlisted securities and listed securities to be as per IPEV Guidelines SEBI relaxes eligibility requirements for independent valuers Provides additional time period to submit data to performance benchmarking agencies Changes in valuation methodology no longer require exit […]
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11 November 2024 at 11 : 04 AM
Tech Wrap: Watch List 2025: TMT
Read MoreNovember 11, 2024 Watch List 2025: TMT As we round up the final quarter of 2024, and look ahead to 2025, the TMT sector is poised for significant change. Increased regulatory scrutiny around AI, data protection, OTT content, and social media platforms promises to shape the legal landscape for major industries in the upcoming […]
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7 November 2024 at 14 : 52 PM
Dispute Resolution Hotline: Stamp Duty on Arbitral Awards
Read MoreNovember 07, 2024 Stamp Duty on Arbitral Awards This article was first published in thelegalindustry.com (November, 2024). Vyapak Desai and Ritika Bansal, members of our International Dispute Resolution & Investigations practice, write for the 6th Edition of Legal Industry Reviews – India. They analyse the Maharashtra Stamp (Amendment) Ordinance 2024, which introduces an ad-valorem […]
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30 October 2024 at 20 : 49 PM
Deal Corner: NDA represents Sofina for its investment in the Series E Funding Round of Finova Capital Private Limited
Read MoreOctober 30, 2024 NDA represents Sofina for its investment in the Series E Funding Round of Finova Capital Private Limited DEAL BRIEF Sofina Ventures SA (“Sofina”) invested in the Series E funding round of Finova Capital Private Limited (“Finova”), a leading non-banking financial company licensed by the Reserve Bank of India along with other […]
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29 October 2024 at 18 : 30 PM
Dispute Resolution Hotline: Singapore High Court: Insolvency Moratorium not a bar to international arbitration
Read MoreOctober 29, 2024 Singapore High Court: Insolvency Moratorium not a bar to international arbitration Courts must consider factors such as nature and merits of the claim, while deciding a carve-out application from mandatory stay under Model Law. Singapore courts are bound to follow the principles in Salford Estates, as it has been adopted by […]
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29 October 2024 at 12 : 55 PM
Regulatory Digest: The Financial Services Bulletin
Read MoreOctober 29, 2024 The Financial Services Bulletin This is the second edition of Nishith Desai Associates’ quarterly financial services newsletter in collaboration with US-India Business Council. Introduction The Indian financial services (“FS”) sector continues to show promise – with FS attracting private equity investments worth USD 931 million in the first quarter of FY 2024 […]
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26 October 2024 at 13 : 26 PM
New Publication: Unmasking Deepfakes
Read MoreLegal, Regulatory and Ethical Considerations October 26, 2024 As synthetic media like deepfakes grow more sophisticated and accessible, they increasingly blur the lines between reality and illusion, creating far-reaching implications for truth, trust, and legality in our digital landscape. This technology-capable of generating hyper-realistic images, voices, and even complete video fabrications-has rapidly evolved […]
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23 October 2024 at 13 : 04 PM
Yes, Governance Matters.: How Company Secretaries Shape Corporate Governance
Read MoreOctober 23, 2024 How Company Secretaries Shape Corporate Governance This article was first published in taxsutra.com (October 21, 2024). In today’s evolving business landscape, strong corporate governance is critical for long-term growth and success. Company Secretaries (CS), as key managerial personnel, play a key role in ensuring compliance, facilitating communication between the board and […]
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22 October 2024 at 18 : 32 PM
Deal Corner: NDA represents Steadview Capital Mauritius Limited in the Pre-IPO Fund Raise by Bluestone Jewellery and Lifestyle Private Limited
Read MoreOctober 22, 2024 NDA represents Steadview Capital Mauritius Limited in the Pre-IPO Fund Raise by Bluestone Jewellery and Lifestyle Private Limited DEAL BRIEF Steadview Capital Mauritius Limited (“Steadview”) participated in the pre-IPO fund raise of approximately INR 900 Crores by Bangalore based Bluestone Jewellery and Lifestyle Private Limited (“Bluestone”) along with other investors such […]
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22 October 2024 at 14 : 10 PM
Dispute Resolution Hotline: Arbitrability of Disputes arising post Discharge of Contract by Accord & Satisfaction
Read MoreOctober 22, 2024 Arbitrability of Disputes arising post Discharge of Contract by Accord & Satisfaction This article was first published in ibclaw.blog (October 17, 2024). The Indian Supreme Court (“SC”) has affirmed the limited scope of pre-referral jurisdiction of courts in an application for appointment of an arbitrator. Such jurisdiction does not extend to […]
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18 October 2024 at 11 : 54 AM
Deal Talk: High Stakes, Smart Moves: Upper Layer NBFCs and the Mandatory Listing Requirement
Read MoreOctober 18, 2024 High Stakes, Smart Moves: Upper Layer NBFC’s and the Mandatory Listing Requirement A. Introduction On October 19, 2023, the Reserve Bank of India (“RBI”) released the Master Direction – Reserve Bank of India (Non-Banking Financial Company–Scale Based Regulation) Directions, 2023 (“Scale Based Regulations”). This pivotal framework categorizes non-banking financial companies (“NBFCs”) […]
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18 October 2024 at 10 : 11 AM
Deal Talk: High Stakes, Smart Moves: Upper Layer NBFCs and the Mandatory Listing Requirement
Read MoreOctober 18, 2024 High Stakes, Smart Moves: Upper Layer NBFC’s and the Mandatory Listing Requirement A. Introduction On October 19, 2023, the Reserve Bank of India (“RBI”) released the Master Direction – Reserve Bank of India (Non-Banking Financial Company–Scale Based Regulation) Directions, 2023 (“Scale Based Regulations”). This pivotal framework categorizes non-banking financial companies (“NBFCs”) […]
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16 October 2024 at 15 : 38 PM
HR Law Hotline: Supreme Court Provides Guidance on What Would Constitute Abetment of Suicide in An Employment Relationship
Read MoreOctober 16, 2024 Supreme Court Provides Guidance on What Would Constitute Abetment of Suicide in An Employment Relationship Supreme Court quashes criminal case against Hindustan Unilever Limited (Company) executives for abetment of suicide of its employee. An offence under Section 306 Indian Penal Code 1860 (IPC) would stand only if there is an ‘abetment’ […]
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9 October 2024 at 13 : 38 PM
M&A Lab: Reliance – Disney: The Grand Ambani Wedding of the Media World
Read MoreOctober 09, 2024 Reliance – Disney: The Grand Ambani Wedding of the Media World The year 2024 has been a year of grand Ambani weddings. One such major Ambani wedding (Reliance-Disney merger) has been the talk of the media world. This deal marked a watershed moment in the global entertainment and media landscape. Disney, […]
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9 October 2024 at 05 : 23 AM
Regulatory Hotline: Fast Track Merger: Unlocking New Pathway for Inbound Cross-Border Merger
Read MoreOctober 09, 2024 Fast Track Merger: Unlocking New Pathway for Inbound Cross-Border Merger Indian Ministry of Corporate Affairs amends cross-border merger rules to enable inbound reverse mergers to opt for fast track merger route. Inbound cross-border reverse merger process stands significantly simplified and expedited Amendment Rules recognize and promote the current trend of reverse […]
