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UNILATERAL APPOINTMENT OF ARBITRATORS AND CURATED PANELS: AGAINST THE PRINCIPLE OF EQUAL TREATMENT
In November 2024, the Supreme Court of India (“Supreme Court”), by a 3-2 majority, in the landmark judgment of Central Organisation for Railway Electrification v.
The H-1B Visa Debate: Legal Perspectives on Challenges and Opportunities
The H-1B visa program has been a contentious issue within U.S. immigration policy, particularly as the country approaches a new presidential term. Established under the
SEBI CLARIFIES IMPACT OF TRANSFER OF SHAREHOLDINGS ON CHANGE IN CONTROL OF INVESTMENT ADVISORS AND OTHER INTERMEDIARIES
Introduction In a move aimed at providing clarity regarding the transfer and transmission of shareholding in investment advisors (“IAs”), research analysts (“RAs”) and Know Your
SEBI Circular on Pro-Rata and Pari-Passu Rights for AIF Investors
On December 13, 2024, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (“SEBI”) issued a pivotal circular that redefines the norms around pro-rata and pari-passu rights
E-Commerce and Digital Trade in India: Growth, Challenges, and Regulatory Framework
Introduction: E-commerce in India has experienced exponential growth over the past few years, spanning various sectors, including groceries, electronics and general retail. The rapid digital
RoC terms non-filing of annual returns and financials as a serious offence
Background and Order: The Registrar of Companies, Coimbatore (“RoC”), by way of its order dated November 5, 2024, in the matter of XIE Futec Automation
RBI Revises KYC Directions: A Push Towards Enhancing Risk Management
Background: Strengthening KYC Compliance With the aim to simplify the KYC process for financial institutions and enhance the effectiveness of customer identification measures, ensuring compliance
ZEE ENTERTAINMENT FILES SETTLEMENT APPLICATION WITH SEBI AMIDST ONGOING INVESTIGATIONS
Zee Entertainment Enterprises Limited (“Company”) a prominent business conglomerate in the Indian media and entertainment industry has recently moved a settlement application with the Securities
MCA is imposing penalties companies for SBO violations
By way of its order dated July 9, 2024, the Registrar of Companies (“RoC”) has imposed a penalty on HeroX Pvt. Ltd. (“Company”) and its
