Force majeure and the doctrine of frustration are both legal concepts that relate to situations where contractual obligations cannot be fulfilled due to unforeseeable events beyond the control of the parties. Wherein, force majeure is a contractual provision that allows parties to suspend or terminate their obligations under the contract if events such as natural …
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moonlighting laws in india Moonlighting is becoming increasingly common in the Indian service sector as employees look to supplement their salaries with part-time jobs or business ventures outside of their primary full-time employment. This practice has raised ethical and legal concerns, with some companies taking a hard-line approach to moonlighting while others are more liberal …
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Introduction India is one of the fastest growing economies of the world with the government continually taking initiatives to make it easier for the foreign businesses to establish in India. India was ranked 63 out of 190 countries as per the World Bank’s Report, 2022 for ease of doing business. Under the Companies Act, 2013 …
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The Electric Vehicles (“EV(s)”) sector and its charging infrastructure is evolving at a fast pace, with implementation of the Central and State policies, and contribution by several companies, India can be seen elevating towards an all EV-nation. The Asia Pacific region is the largest market for charging infrastructure with a growth rate of 40.7% from …
EV Charging Infrastructure in India – Emerging need and Governing Framework Read More »
What is an E-Contract and are they Valid? These are the questions that pop into our minds when being offered an e-contract to execute. E-contracts are legally binding agreements that are formed and executed electronically. They are similar to traditional contracts but are executed, offered and accepted via electronic forms. In India, the legality and …
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The role of directors in a company is to provide leadership, guidance, and oversight to ensure that the company is being run in a responsible and ethical manner, and that its goals and objectives are being achieved. The directors play a crucial role in ensuring that a company operates in the best interests of its …
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A stint as a “shark” on the business reality television series, “Shark Tank India”, made Mr. Ashneer Grover a household name. His fame skyrocketed given his no-nonsense attitude, quick wit and an unparalleled zeal for all things business. It would not be wrong to say that he was having a dream run, with a loyal …
Claw-back and Reverse Vesting in light of the Ashneer Grover Saga: An Explainer Read More »
Investing in startup companies has always been an exciting prospect for investors around the world. The rise of blockchain technology has unlocked new avenues for investors to participate in the growth of startups. Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs), which are unique digital assets stored on a blockchain, have emerged as a potential tool for investing in startups. …
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One of the most complex challenges for start-up founders in India is hiring and maintaining competent employees. Competition for top talent is high in a thriving start-up ecosystem. To solve this, many entrepreneurs adopt Employee Stock Ownership Plans (“ESOPs”) as a tool for attracting and retaining key personnel. In this post, we will look at …
ESOP: An Incentive Tool for Start-Up Founders in India Read More »
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