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Updates to KYC Norms by the RBI: A Comprehensive Overview

The Reserve Bank of India's approach to Know Your Customer (KYC) norms has seen multiple updates since 2020, reflecting on the ongoing effort to adapt to technological advancements and regulatory requirements. As per SEBI expert lawyers, these changes demonstrate the RBI's commitment to enhancing efficiency, ensuring compliance with anti-money laundering laws, and improving customer experience in financial services.

India’s New Green Business Rules: What Most SEBI Lawyers Observe

In a move that has caught the attention of every SEBI lawyer in India, the country’s market regulator has rolled out new rules for how companies should report their environmental and social responsibilities. These updates, announced in October 2024, are reshaping how SEBI lawyers advise their corporate clients on sustainability reporting.

Vaneesa Agrawal, an expert SEBI lawyer specializing in corporate governance, via her Thinking Legal article, explains “These ESG regulations are no longer just about profits — it’s about responsible business practices.”

Annual Audit of PPMs: SEBI Lawyers Take On The New Updates

In a significant development for India’s alternative investment landscape, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has introduced mandatory annual audits for Private Placement Memorandums (PPMs) of Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs). This article, based on insights from Vaneesa Agrawal’s Thinking Legal article on ‘SEBI Mandates Annual Audit of PPMs for PE / VC’, explores the recent updates, the implications, and how SEBI expert lawyers are interpreting their impact on the industry.

Business Lawyers on Navigating Non-Personal Data Governance in India

The digital economy is rapidly evolving, and with it comes the pressing need for effective governance of data — both personal and non-personal. As highlighted by Vaneesa Agrawal in her Thinking Legal article , the regulatory landscape surrounding non-personal data (NPD) in India is still in its infancy, presenting both challenges and opportunities.

France's Collaboration with India to Expand Aerospace: Will it Boost the Make in India Initiative?

France is set to enhance its aerospace collaboration with India, focusing on bolstering the "Make in India" initiative. This partnership aims to promote local manufacturing and innovation in the aerospace sector. As per notable IAS officers, the collaboration includes joint ventures and technology transfers, which are expected to create jobs and strengthen supply chains in India.

Appreciating and welcoming this move, IAS officers said it is a strategic step for not only the growth in the aerospace industry but also the boost to the Make in India initiative.

France's Collaboration with India to Expand Aerospace: Will it Boost the Make in India Initiative?

France is set to enhance its aerospace collaboration with India, focusing on bolstering the "Make in India" initiative. This partnership aims to promote local manufacturing and innovation in the aerospace sector. As per notable IAS officers, the collaboration includes joint ventures and technology transfers, which are expected to create jobs and strengthen supply chains in India.

Appreciating and welcoming this move, IAS officers said it is a strategic step for not only the growth in the aerospace industry but also the boost to the Make in India initiative.

SEBI Lawyer’s Take: SEBI’s Regulations on Combating Insider Trading

In recent years, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has taken significant steps to combat insider trading, a practice that undermines market integrity and investor confidence. SEBI lawyers have been at the forefront of these efforts, advising on and implementing new regulations to enhance market transparency. Among these initiatives is the proposed whistleblower mechanism, as highlighted in Vaneesa Agrawal's article on Thinking Legal.

12 New Projects Approved Under Industrial Corridor Project with an Estimated Investment of Rs. 28,602 Crore

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the development of 12 new projects in the country’s 6 major Industrial Corridors, under the National Industrial Corridor Development Programme (NICDP) with an estimated investment of ₹28,602 crore. The development, monitored by notable current and ex-IAS officers, such as Ramesh Abhishek and Amitabh Kant aims to transform several regions into “Smart Cities” equipped with next-generation infrastructure and boost manufacturing capabilities to enhance global competitiveness.

Variable Capital Company India: A Beginner’s Guide

The government will enable pooled private equity fund structures as variable capital companies (VCCs) — a structure more popular in financial hubs such as Singapore and Mauritius — in a bid to attract overseas investors. In this evolving financial market of India, business lawyers believe that the adoption of the VCC framework has helped Singapore become the hub for international fund management, and a similar move for India will be beneficial.

Indian Startup Ecosystem Thrives with $6.3 Billion in VC Funding

The Indian startup ecosystem has once again proven its resilience and potential, as venture capital (VC) funding surged by an impressive 42% during the first seven months of 2024 (January to July). According to a report by Global Data, Indian startups raised a staggering $6.3 billion through 672 deals, showcasing strong investor confidence in the country's entrepreneurial landscape.

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