Congratulations! That feeling of excitement after securing Venture Capital (VC) funding for your Indian startup is truly special. It's a massive validation of your hard work, your idea, and your team. But here's the honest truth: the real work truly begins now. Think of VC funding not as a finish line, but as rocket fuel.... Continue Reading →
Introduction The Draft Arbitration and Conciliation Bill, 2024 (“Amendment 2024”), seeks to reform India’s arbitration system, which has faced criticism for adopting the UNCITRAL Model without sufficient adaptation to the Indian legal context. The Bill proposes amendments to the existing Arbitration Act to address issues like excessive court interference, delays, and complex procedures. It emphasizes... Continue Reading →
Introduction As capital markets become more and more accessible to both investors and companies, the Securities Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has the primary duty of protecting and safeguarding the interests of its investors.[1] Through the implications of rules and regulations, SEBI ensures the smooth functioning across the various segments of the stock exchange. Amongst... Continue Reading →
By Nitin Jain, Partner, Agama Law Associates In high-stakes infrastructure arbitration, legal knowledge isn’t a deliverable — it’s the minimum entry requirement. Yet, time and again, we see arbitration matters involving public authorities and EPC contractors slowed down not by legal complexity, but by legal counsel trying to get up to speed — on contracts,... Continue Reading →
By Archana Balasubramanian India’s burgeoning public infrastructure sector presents a compelling investment thesis for Dubai-headquartered infrastructure entities. Yet, while the opportunities are substantial, the procurement landscape is fraught with statutory intricacies and procedural pitfalls that can derail even the most strategically aligned ventures. For foreign stakeholders, especially those navigating cross-border compliance obligations, a sophisticated grasp... Continue Reading →
India is a key destination for global infrastructure investors. From logistics corridors to smart city tech to public-private port developments, the opportunities are undeniable. But for companies outside India, even the most compelling opportunity can become a compliance trap if regulatory risks aren’t handled with precision. The real challenge isn’t investing in India — it’s... Continue Reading →
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