India
The transformation of Indian food businesses from informal street-side ventures to structured, venture-backed startups has triggered a parallel evolution in how culinary assets are protected. What was once guarded through secrecy and tradition is now increasingly secured through formal intellectual property (IP) mechanisms, especially trademarks, trade dress, and branding strategies. In India’s rapidly expanding food […]
Hemakshi Prabhu · 4 May 2026 · 5 minRead →
Family law
What expatriates need to know about the updated legal framework governing non-Muslim DIFC Wills and estate administration in the UAE. For several years, administering a non-Muslim Will registered with the Dubai International Financial Centre (“DIFC”) involved a two-stage legal process. Although executors could obtain a Grant of Probate from the DIFC Courts, they were still […]
Amy Denny · 4 May 2026 · 5 minRead →
Corporate and Commercial
RERA has transformed India’s real estate sector by enforcing transparency and accountability, but its state-wise implementation varies significantly, shaping investment strategies differently across regions. Maharashtra and Karnataka lead with stringent compliance, while states like Uttar Pradesh and Haryana show more flexibility, influencing investor confidence and risk management. Understanding these State-wise differences helps in making informed property […]
Swathi N · 4 May 2026 · 5 minRead →
Company Formation
Background Doing business in India as a foreign company means working through four sets of rules at once: the Companies Act 2013 for the entity you set up, the foreign-exchange (FEMA) and FDI rules for the money you put in and take out, the Income-tax Act 2025 and GST for tax, and the four Labour […]
Vipul Kulshreshtha · 30 Apr 2026 · 18 minRead →
Corporate and Commercial
The Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016 (RERA) was enacted to bring transparency, accountability, and fairness to India’s real estate sector. One of its most significant contributions is the establishment of a robust enforcement mechanism that holds promoters, agents, and other stakeholders accountable. Chapter VIII of the Act, which deals with Offences, Penalties and Adjudication, […]
Swathi N · 30 Apr 2026 · 8 minRead →
Copyright Broadcast
The Gold Rush of Digital Education India’s EdTech revolution has created unprecedented opportunities for both learners and educators. From competitive exam preparation to niche skill development, thousands of creators are building scalable education businesses online. What was once confined to physical classrooms has now transformed into a thriving digital marketplace powered by video lectures, downloadable […]
Hemakshi Prabhu · 30 Apr 2026 · 7 minRead →
News
The Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates (CBUAE) has issued a significant new regulatory package, fundamentally tightening the Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Terrorism Financing (CFT) obligations for all Licensed Financial Institutions (LFIs) and Registered Hawala Providers (RHPs). The new guidelines represent a pivot toward a more sophisticated, risk-based supervisory model, aligning the UAE’s domestic legal framework with the latest Financial Action Task Force (FATF) international […]
ATB Research Team · 18 Apr 2026 · 3 minRead →
News
The Abu Dhabi Judicial Department (ADJD) has released its performance report for the first quarter of 2026, revealing a significant surge in judicial activity within the Civil Family Court for Foreigners. Processing a total of 8,886 transactions between January and March, the court has set a new benchmark for efficiency under the emirate’s progressive legislative framework. The […]
ATB Research Team · 16 Apr 2026 · 3 minRead →
Corporate and Commercial
Most people associate RERA with residential projects, but many are still unsure about its application to commercial projects. Does RERA really cover commercial spaces such as shops, offices, and malls? The answer is yes, but with specific conditions. Commercial real estate in India has transformed with the rise of corporate leasing and co-working models, while traditionally, it was governed by contract […]
Swathi N · 16 Apr 2026 · 3 minRead →
Copyright Broadcast
The film industries of India are among the most prolific and culturally influential in the world. At the heart of this expansive landscape are Bollywood (the Hindi‑language film industry based in Mumbai) and the South Indian cinema industries (encompassing Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam film sectors). While all these industries are united by a shared […]
Hemakshi Prabhu · 14 Apr 2026 · 7 minRead →