FDI Advisory
Introduction India has emerged as one of the world’s most attractive destinations for foreign investment, offering access to a vast consumer base, a skilled workforce, a rapidly growing digital economy, and a favorable business environment. Foreign companies looking to establish a presence in India often seek flexible market entry options before committing to a wholly owned subsidiary or joint venture. Two […]
Vipul Kulshreshtha · 20 Jun 2026 · 10 minRead →
India
How the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code reshaped the position of homebuyers in distressed real estate projects — and what it means in practice. The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016 (IBC) recognises homebuyers as financial creditors in real estate insolvency proceedings in India. This means homebuyers can participate in the Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process (CIRP), vote through an authorised representative in the Committee of Creditors (CoC), and […]
Joel John Roy · 19 Jun 2026 · 9 minRead →
Law Updates
The United Arab Emirates has enacted the most consequential reform of its civil law in four decades. Federal Decree-Law No. 25 of 2025 promulgating the new Civil Transactions Law came into force on 1 June 2026, repealing the 1985 Civil Code in its entirety. This is not a set of targeted amendments: the Code has […]
Asha Treesa Bejoy · 12 Jun 2026 · 13 minRead →
Intellectual Property
Received a trademark cease-and-desist notice in India? Learn how to assess the claim, preserve evidence, evaluate your legal position, and respond strategically while minimising litigation risk. A trademark cease-and-desist notice often arrives at a time when a business is focused on growth rather than legal disputes. Whether you are a startup that has recently launched a new brand, […]
Merrya Ginto · 12 Jun 2026 · 13 minRead →
India
Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) plays a crucial role in India’s economic growth by bringing foreign capital, technology, management expertise, and employment opportunities into the country. Over the years, India has progressively liberalized its foreign investment regime to attract global investors while maintaining safeguards in sectors that may have strategic, security, or public interest implications. To […]
Vipul Kulshreshtha · 12 Jun 2026 · 8 minRead →
India
The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016 (“IBC”) has fundamentally reshaped the way financial distress and debt defaults are addressed in India. For creditors, it provides an effective framework for seeking resolution of unpaid debts. For businesses, however, the receipt of an insolvency petition can be an alarming development with potentially significant legal and commercial consequences. […]
Joel John Roy · 9 Jun 2026 · 9 minRead →
Copyright Broadcast
Introduction: When Tradition Meets Commercialisation Yoga, an ancient practice rooted in India’s spiritual and philosophical traditions, has evolved into a global wellness industry worth billions. What was once passed down through generations as shared knowledge is now often packaged, branded, and sold across international markets. This transformation has sparked a significant legal and ethical debate on whether elements of yoga can […]
Hemakshi Prabhu · 9 Jun 2026 · 6 minRead →
Arbitration
The International Chamber of Commerce (“ICC”) has introduced its 2026 Arbitration Rules,effective from 1 June 2026, marking another significant step in the evolution of international arbitration. The latest revisions reflect the ICC’s ongoing commitment to improving procedural efficiency, enhancing transparency, embracing digitalisation, and responding to the changing needs of arbitration users. These reforms are substantially […]
Asha Treesa Bejoy · 5 Jun 2026 · 11 minRead →
DIFC
This case note discusses procedural developments in IDBI Bank Limited v Mabani Delma General Contracting Co LLC & Ors, CFI 070/2018: the Order with Reasons dated 22 January 2026, by which the DIFC Court of First Instance granted relief from sanctions to the Sixth Defendant. Full version of the order as published in the DIFC […]
Asha Treesa Bejoy · 3 Jun 2026 · 6 minRead →
India
A comprehensive guide to protecting and enforcing well-known trademarks in India. Understand trans-border reputation, dilution, injunctions, online infringement, customs action, and practical enforcement strategies for global and Indian businesses. well-known trademark is one of the most commercially valuable intellectual property assets a business can own. In India, well-known trademarks receive broader protection than ordinary […]
Merrya Ginto · 21 May 2026 · 12 minRead →