India Corporate Law Update: CSR ZCZP Route, CCFS-2026 Amnesty & RBI TReDS Overhaul
Three regulatory updates from the Ministry of Corporate Affairs and the Reserve Bank of India that reshape how foreign companies manage CSR spending, compliance backlogs, and MSME receivables financing in India.
RBI’s New Framework for Bank-Financed Acquisitions in India
The RBI’s new acquisition finance framework opens a significant new route for funding acquisitions in India. But the 75% financing ceiling is only part of the story. Borrower and target eligibility, leverage, valuation, security and lender exposure will all influence whether a transaction is bankable. This article examines what the new framework means for investors, businesses and advisers structuring M&A transactions in India.
FEMA Third Amendment Rules, 2026: Three Changes Foreign Investors Must Know
The FEMA (Non-Debt Instruments) (Third Amendment) Rules, 2026 broaden access to the listed-equity route for individuals resident outside India, set compliance consequences for breaches of the applicable investment caps, and strengthen prior-approval scrutiny where beneficial ownership connects an investment to a country sharing a land border with India.
India’s IBC (Amendment) Act 2026 — What Foreign Counsel Should Know
India’s IBC (Amendment) Act, 2026 changes the way foreign creditors should assess Indian counterparty risk. From cross-border insolvency and group insolvency to CIIRP, mandatory admission timelines and guarantee enforcement, the Amendment reshapes recovery strategy for India-linked transactions.
A practical guide to CCFS-2026 for foreign-owned Indian subsidiaries
A 90-day window letting foreign-owned Indian subsidiaries clear their ROC compliance backlog at roughly 10% of standard penalty fees, written for foreign GCs, CFOs, and directors who need to act before the 15 July 2026 close.
Advantages of Foreign Investment and Business Setup in India
India continues to present strong opportunities for foreign investors looking to establish or expand their presence. This article outlines the key advantages of setting up in India, from flexible business structures and liberal FDI norms to ease of doing business reforms, digital processes, and a regulatory environment that supports long-term growth.
Digital Personal Data Protection Rules 2025: Privacy, Competition & Corporate Compliance
India’s Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Rules, 2025 mark a clear shift towards enforceable privacy governance, with the Data Protection Board now operational. This edition explains what the framework means for foreign businesses handling personal data linked to individuals in India, where privacy risk starts to overlap with competition law, and how DPDP compares with the EU GDPR. You will also find a practical readiness checklist, key takeaways, and a phased compliance timeline running through May 2027. Read the full newsletter for the details.
ROC enforcement trends and FEMA changes for Indian and foreign businesses
This newsletter highlights critical compliance areas and emerging trends that corporates should monitor closely for the ease of doing business in India.
India Corporate Law Update: August 2025 Compliance & Governance Brief
Stay ahead with our August 2025 India Business Law update covering key MCA, SEBI, RBI & FEMA changes impacting compliance, governance, and FDI strategy.
India Regulatory Compliance 2025: A Foreign-Company Guide
Navigate India’s 2025 compliance maze—MCA, FEMA, SEBI & RBI deadlines, case studies and a month-by-month calendar for foreign entrants.
