22/02/2025

TRADING ON THIN ICE: DEFENSES AGAINST INSIDER TRADING ALLEGATIONS

Introduction

“An open market is a just market, but an informed market is an unfair market.” This quote sums up the real challenge in insider trading. The financial markets are built on the principle of fairness, ensuri

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22/02/2025

Supreme Court Strengthens Safeguards for Company Directors Against Automatic Liability

Introduction:

The circumstances where a director may be personally liable for the wrongful actions of a company has long been the subject of debate and often, the victim of inconsistent legal rulings. The Supreme Court’s ruling in

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15/02/2025

Finance Bill’s 5% Indirect Investment Cap: A Challenge for Offshore Fund Managers in India

India has long been an attractive destination for offshore fund managers, thanks to its burgeoning economy and dynamic financial markets. However, a recent clause in the Finance Bill has introduced complexities that could deter global fund manage

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The Future of Digital Advertising in India: Insights from the 2023 Policy Framework

Introduction

As per govt. data India is expected to have over 880 million internet users, making it a major market for online advertisements. In today’s digital age, advertising in India is rapidly growing due to affordable smartphones

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24/01/2025

Aligning Data Protection Standards: The Convergence of the DPDP Act and IRDA Regulations

The Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act and the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority (IRDA) rules combined provide a comprehensive framework for managing personal data in the insurance industry. With the DPDP Act offering broad

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10/01/2025

Draft Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Rules 2025: What They Mean for NBFCs

Introduction

India’s information technology landscape is evolving, particularly with the intersection of data privacy and financial services. Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) and fintech firms are at the fore

24/12/2024

Ensuring Responsible Lending: How RBI’s Guidelines Safeguard Microfinance Borrowers

“Microfinance stands as one of the most promising and cost-effective tools in the fight against global poverty.” ― Jonathan Morduch

What is a Microfinance Institution or an MFI?

Microfinance institution is an entity tha

13/12/2024

LENDING TECH IN INDIA: REVOLUTIONISING THE LENDING LANDSCAPE

INTRODUCTION

Digital lending is reshaping the financial landscape in India, offering faster and more accessible loan options through technology like AI, big data, and digital platforms. This shift is especially beneficial

25/11/2024

Regulatory Roadblocks: Understanding the Impact of RBI’s Actions on Paytm Payments Bank

Overview of Paytm Payments Bank

Established as a subsidiary of the digital payments pioneer Paytm, Paytm Payments Bank was launched to extend the ecosystem services of its parent company, One97 Communications, foun

12/11/2024

Navigating RBI’s Guidelines for Central Counterparties (CCPs) Key Implications for Financial Institutions

In October 2024, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) introduced comprehensive, updated directives for Central Counterparties (CCPs), revising previous guidelines from 2019. These new standards form part of RBI’s broader vision to enhance the sta