NEWS & MEDIA

Vaibhav Kakkar is quoted in an article titled ‘PTC India’s 4 PSU shareholders want to log out of promoter role’ published by Economic Times on January 15, 2025. Link to the full article: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/ptc-indias-4-psu-shareholders-want-to-log-out-of-promoter-role/articleshow/117251582.cms  

Akshayy S Nanda is quoted in an article titled ‘Experts weigh in on DPDP Act’s impact on data privacy in India’ published by Voice & Data January, 07,2025. Link to the full article: https://www.voicendata.com/telecom/experts-weigh-in-on-dpdp-acts-impact-on-data-privacy-in-india-8598534  

Sudeshna Guha Roy is quoted in an article titled ‘NCLT Hearing Hack: A Wake Up Call to bolster Courts Cybersecurity published by Mint on January 12, 2025. Link to the full article: https://www.livemint.com/news/india/nclt-hearing-hack-a-wake-up-call-to-bolster-courts-cybersecurity-11736666586781.html  

Vaibhav Kakkar is quoted in an article titled ‘In two minds on China: Policymakers split over attracting Chinese FDI’ published by Mint on January 08, 2025. Link to the full article: https://www.livemint.com/companies/news/razorpay-fintech-reverse-flipping-domicile-fast-track-route-merger-ipo-global-expansion-business-unit-profitability-11736239611255.html  

Akshayy S Nanda is quoted in an article titled ‘DPDP Rules: Stakeholders seek extension of consultation period’ published by Storyboard 18 on January 07, 2025. Link to the full article: https://www.storyboard18.com/how-it-works/dpdp-rules-stakeholders-seek-extension-of-consultation-period-52478.htm  

Akshayy S Nanda is quoted in an article titled ‘Experts wary of data panel curveball on Big Tech, social firms’ published by Economic Times on January 06, 2025. Link to the full article: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/legal-experts-express-concerns-over-potential-data-localisation-curbs-while-it-minister-assures-no-backdoor-entry-in-new-data-rules/articleshow/116970376.cms  

Akshayy S Nanda is quoted in an article titled ‘Data localisation will be a curveball for businesses, say experts’ published by Hindu Business Line on January 05, 2024. Link to the full article: https://www.thehindubusinessline.com/info-tech/dpdp-rules-data-localisation-will-be-a-curveball-for-businesses-say-experts/article69064687.ece  

Snigdhaneel Satpathy is quoted in a story titled “Social security net for gig workers by early next fiscal” published by Financial Express on 04 January 2025 . Link to the full article: https://www.financialexpress.com/jobs-career/social-security-net-for-gig-workers-by-early-next-fiscal-3706931/  

Sanya Sud is quoted in an article titled ‘Stampede during Pushpa 2 screening reinforces need for celebrity accountability’ published by Mint on January 02, 2024. Link to the full article: https://www.livemint.com/industry/media/pushpa-2-controversy-highlights-need-for-celebrity-accountability-in-ensuring-public-safety-allu-arjun-11735544757262.html  

Akshay Jain  is quoted in an article titled ‘India’s Gig Workers Are Riding into an Uncertain Future’ published by Mint on January 01, 2025. Link to the full article: https://www.outlookbusiness.com/magazine/indias-gig-workers-are-riding-into-an-uncertain-future  

Akshay Jain  is quoted in an article titled ‘India sees more startups encashing Esops in 2024 in pre-IPO, secondary deals’ published by Mint on December 31, 2024. Link to the full article: https://www.livemint.com/companies/startups-esops-pre-ipo-secondary-deals-qapita-saas-whatfix-meesho-flipkart-and-phonepe-swiggy-bullish-market-stocks-11735531791599.html  

Vaibhav Kakkar is quoted in an article titled ‘In two minds on China: Policymakers split over attracting Chinese FDI’ published by Business Standard on December 17, 2024. Link to the full article: https://www.business-standard.com/economy/news/india-china-fdi-policymakers-split-economic-survey-124121700782_1.html  

Amit Gupta is quoted in an article titled ‘Budget 2025 Expectations: Old Tax Regime To Permanently Go?’ published by Republic Business on December 15, 2024. Link to the full article: https://www.republicbiz.com/money/budget-2025-expectations-old-tax-regime-to-permanently-go  

Sudeshna Guha Roy is quoted in an article titled ‘Supreme Court rulings on environmental damage highlight flaws in National Green Tribunal’s methods’ published by Mint on December 11, 2024. Link to the full article: https://www.livemint.com/news/india/national-green-tribunal-ngt-fines-supreme-court-environmental-violations-grasim-industries-benzo-chem-ngt-rules/amp-11733898883372.html  

Sudeshna Guha Roy is quoted in an article titled ‘Celebrities hit back at social media trolls with defamation suits to safeguard their reputations’ published by Mint on December 11, 2024. Link to the full article: https://www.livemint.com/industry/media/celebrities-social-media-trolls-defamation-suits-ar-rahman-salman-khan-11733814716248.html  

Sudeshna Guha Roy is quoted in an article titled ‘US Supreme Court to review NEPA’s scope on broader environmental impacts’ published by ET LegalWorld on December 10, 2024. Link to the full article: https://legal.economictimes.indiatimes.com/amp/news/international/us-supreme-court-to-review-nepas-scope-on-broader-environmental-impacts/116134302  

Gangesh Varma is quoted in an article titled ‘SEBI’s plan for SDP could impact user speech and activity’ published by Hindu Business Line on December 09, 2024. Link to the full article: https://www.thehindubusinessline.com/markets/sebis-plan-for-sdp-could-impact-user-speech-and-activity/article68954926.ece  

Bikash Jhawar is quoted in an article titled ‘NCLAT upholds NCLT decision against Jaiprakash Associates’ scheme of arrangement’ published by ET Legal World on December 08, 2024. Link to the full article: https://legal.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/litigation/nclat-upholds-nclt-decision-against-jaiprakash-associates-scheme-of-arrangement/116108649

Satyadarshi Kunal  is quoted in an article titled ‘How the amended Banking Laws impact you’ published by Hindu Business Line on December 05, 2024. Link to the full article: https://www.thehindubusinessline.com/blexplainer/bl-explainer-how-the-amended-banking-laws-impact-you/article68950012.ece  

Abhishek Chansoria is quoted in an article titled ‘IndiGo-Mahindra ‘battle’ for 6E explained: A look at existing laws applicable to current dispute’ published by Money Control on December 04, 2024. Link to the full article: https://www.moneycontrol.com/news/india/indigo-mahindra-battle-for-6e-explained-a-look-at-existing-laws-applicable-to-present-dispute-12883519.html  

Sanya Sud is quoted in an article titled ‘Can lawyers also be Journalists?’ published by Mint on December 04, 2024. Link to the full article: https://www.livemint.com/industry/mint-explainer-can-lawyers-also-be-journalists-11733292849681.html  

Adil Ladha is quoted in an article titled ‘EPFO deadline ends to activate UAN for ELI benefits: What to do next’ published by Business Standard on December 04, 2024. Link to the full article: https://www.business-standard.com/finance/personal-finance/epfo-deadline-ends-to-activate-uan-for-eli-benefits-what-to-do-next-124120400256_1.html  

Abhiraj Arora  is quoted in an article titled ‘Trafiksol IPO: SEBI cancels listing after probe; SME ordered to refund investor’s money within one week’ published by Mint on December 3, 2024. Link to the full article: https://www.livemint.com/market/stock-market-news/trafiksol-ipo-sebi-cancels-listing-after-probe-sme-ordered-to-refund-investors-money-within-one-week-11733228205617.html  

Adil Ladha is quoted in an article titled ‘Labour ministry mulls changes in EPF contribution rules’ published by Financial Express on November 29, 2024. Link to the full article: https://www.financialexpress.com/money/labour-ministry-mulls-changes-in-epf-contribution-rules-3679568/  

Akshay Jain  is quoted in an article titled ‘PFO: Activate UAN, link Aadhaar with bank a/cs to get ELI scheme benefits’ published by Business Standard on November 28, 2024. Link to the full article: https://www.business-standard.com/finance/personal-finance/epfo-activate-uan-link-aadhaar-with-bank-a-cs-to-get-eli-scheme-benefits-124112800726_1.html  

Abhishek Chansoria is quoted in an article titled ‘Nayanthara’s battle for film footage bares copyright conflict’ published by Mint on November 28, 2024. Link to the full article: https://www.livemint.com/industry/media/copyright-experts-film-footage-content-actors-producers-nayanthara-legal-netflix-hollywood-pulp-fiction-nft-11732606494793.html  

Satyadarshi Kunal  is quoted in an article titled ‘Parliament to consider proposal for multiple FD nominees’ published by News Nine on November 26, 2024. Link to the full article: https://www.news9live.com/business/personal-finance/big-update-parliament-to-consider-proposal-for-multiple-fd-nominees-details-2758629  

Gangesh Varma is quoted in an article titled ‘HDFC Life Insurance suffers data breach: What customers must know’ published by Business Standard on November 27, 2024. Link to the full article: https://www.business-standard.com/finance/personal-finance/hdfc-life-insurance-suffers-data-breach-what-customers-must-know-124112600328_1.html  

Sanya Sud is quoted in an article titled ‘Google Maps’ Wrong Direction in UP Accident Triggers Accountability Debate’ published by Outlook Business on November 26, 2024. Link to the full article: https://www.outlookbusiness.com/start-up/news/google-maps-wrong-direction-in-up-accident-triggers-accountability-debate  

Sahil Arora is quoted in an article titled ‘Bitcoin scam: The legality of cryptocurrencies in India explained’ published by Business Standard on November 22, 2024. Link to the full article: https://www.business-standard.com/finance/personal-finance/bitcoin-scam-the-legality-of-cryptocurrencies-in-india-explained-124112100977_1.html  

Vaibhav Kakkar is quoted in an article titled ‘Companies Pay Attention to Minority Shareholders as Investor Awareness Rises ’ published by Outlook Business on November 20, 2024. Link to the full article: https://www.outlookbusiness.com/corporate/companies-pay-attention-to-minority-shareholders-as-investor-awareness-rises  

Adil Ladha is quoted in an article titled ‘Diversity and inclusion: A growing factor in mergers and acquisitions’ published by Mint on November 15, 2024. Link to the full article: https://www.livemint.com/companies/diversity-and-inclusion-a-growing-factor-in-mergers-and-acquisitions-11731492983053.html

Vaibhav Kakkar is quoted in an article titled ‘Why Amazon, Flipkart Have Run into Trouble with the Enforcement Directorate ’ published by Outlook Business on November 8, 2024. Link to the full article: https://www.outlookbusiness.com/start-up/explainers/why-amazon-flipkart-have-run-into-trouble-with-the-enforcement-directorate  

Abir Lal Dey is quoted in an article titled ‘Mediation route for operational creditors prior to NCLT process’ published by Financial Express on November 6, 2024. Link to the full article: https://www.financialexpress.com/business/industry-mediation-route-for-operational-creditors-prior-to-nclt-process-3657257/  

Sahil Arora is quoted in an article titled ‘Crypto exchange co WazirX battles liabilities, white knights yet to arrive’ published by Business Standard on November 1, 2024. Link to the full article:https://www.business-standard.com/companies/news/crypto-exchange-co-wazirx-battles-liabilities-white-knights-yet-to-arrive-124110100781_1.html  

Akshayy S Nanda is quoted in an article titled ‘New rules on data protection likely to be notified soon’ published by Economic Times on October 30, 2024. Link to the full article:https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/new-rules-on-data-protection-likely-to-be-notified-soon/articleshow/114743402.cms

Adil Ladha is quoted in an article titled ‘Got a startup idea? Check your employee contract before you put in your papers’ published by Mint on October 29, 2024. Link to the full article: https://www.livemint.com/companies/people/employee-contracts-exit-clauses-non-compete-clauses-intellectual-property-data-protection-labour-law-trade-secrets-hr-11730110688655.html  

Ramya Suresh is quoted in an article titled ‘Guidelines to Curb False Eco Claims Could Raise Costs for Businesses’ published by NDTV Profit on October 29, 2024. Link to the full article: https://www.ndtvprofit.com/law-and-policy/guidelines-to-curb-false-eco-claims-could-raise-costs-for-businesses  

Ramya Suresh is quoted in an article titled ‘Greenwashing guidelines likely spark class action suits against firms: Experts’ published by Mint on October 28, 2024. Link to the full article: https://lnkd.in/gH-as3YA  

Adil Ladha is quoted in an article titled ‘Why Karnataka Government Wants Customers to Pay More on Aggregator Transactions’ published by Outlook on October 24, 2024. Link to the full article: https://www.outlookbusiness.com/start-up/explainers/explained-why-karnataka-government-wants-customers-to-pay-more-on-aggregator-transactions  

Our Partner Akshayy S Nanda  and Principal Associate Gangesh Varma are quoted in an article titled ‘Avg data breach cost hit Rs 19 cr in 2024; 16% Indians know privacy rights’ published by Business Standard on October 23, 2024. Link to the full article:https://www.business-standard.com/finance/personal-finance/avg-data-breach-cost-hit-rs-19-cr-in-2024-16-indians-know-privacy-rights-124102300821_1.html    

Bikash Jhawar is quoted in an article titled ‘Go First’s foreign funding push to test India’s insolvency framework’ published by Mint on October 22, 2024. Link to the full article: https://www.livemint.com/companies/news/go-first-bankruptcy-insolvency-ibc-liquidation-pratt-and-whitney-engines-nclt-airlines-11729573673084.html  

Akshayy S Nanda is quoted in an article titled ‘WhatsApp’s Privacy Policy Back in Spotlight as CCI Investigation Intensifies’ published by Outlook on October 15, 2024. Link to the full article:https://www.outlookbusiness.com/start-up/explainers/whatsapps-privacy-policy-back-in-spotlight-as-cci-investigation-intensifies  

Sanya Sud is quoted in an article titled ‘Complying with SC’s Pocso ruling may be hard for social media firms’ published by Economic Times on October 15, 2024. Link to the full article: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/social-media-intermediaries-may-not-be-able-to-fully-comply-with-sc-judgement-on-child-porn-sources/articleshow/114225478.cms  

Gangesh Verma is quoted in an article titled ‘Star Health breach: Beware, your Aadhaar, PAN, password leak risk fraud’ published by Business Standard on October 11, 2024. Link to the full article: https://www.business-standard.com/finance/personal-finance/star-health-breach-beware-your-aadhaar-pan-password-leak-risk-fraud-124101100345_1.html  

Mathew Thomas is quoted in an article titled ‘Sebi’s new rights-issue norm could dilute shareholder’s stake without a vote, but proxy advisors welcome it’ published by Moneycontrol on October 8, 2024. Link to the full article: https://www.moneycontrol.com/news/business/markets/sebis-new-rights-issue-norm-could-dilute-shareholders-stake-without-a-vote-but-proxy-advisors-welcome-it-12837934.html  

Firm’s Dispute Resolution Partner, Sudeshna Guha Roy shared her valuable insights on “𝑱𝒖𝒔𝒕𝒊𝒄𝒆 𝑯𝒓𝒊𝒔𝒉𝒊𝒌𝒆𝒔𝒉 𝑹𝒐𝒚’𝒔 𝒇𝒓𝒂𝒏𝒌 𝒐𝒑𝒊𝒏𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒐𝒏 𝒂𝒓𝒃𝒊𝒕𝒓𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒂𝒕 𝑰𝒏𝒅𝒊𝒂 𝑨𝑫𝑹 𝑾𝒆𝒆𝒌 ” during an engaging discussion on Legally Speaking with Tarun Nangia, aired on NewsX. Watch the full discussion below 👇

Anirudh Krishan Gandhi  is quoted in an article titled ‘Ola Electric Mobility stock declines over 6% after CCPA notice on misleading ads’ published by Deccan Herald on October 8, 2024. Link to the full article: https://www.deccanherald.com/business/companies/ola-electric-mobility-stock-declines-over-6-after-ccpa-notice-on-misleading-ads-3223740  

Abhiraj Arora  is quoted in an article titled ‘SAT temporarily stays Sebi’s market ban on Omaxe’ published by Deccan Herald on October 8, 2024. Link to the full article: https://www.deccanherald.com/business/markets/sat-temporarily-stays-sebi-s-market-ban-on-omaxe-3222875  

Akshay Jain  is quoted in an article titled ‘EPFO/ESIC cover may expand by 10 million’ published by Financial Express on October 8, 2024. Link to the full article: https://www.financialexpress.com/money/epfoesic-cover-may-expand-by-10-million-3633270/  

Altaf Fathima is quoted in an article titled ‘Should Gig Work Be Treated as Employment? Ola’s Case in Karnataka HC Reignites the Debate’ published by Outlook on October 4, 2024. Link to the full article: https://www.outlookbusiness.com/start-up/explainers/should-gig-work-be-treated-as-employment-olas-case-in-karnataka-hc-reignites-the-debate  

Vaibhav Kakkar is quoted in an article titled ‘Front-running cases and Sebi’s fight against market manipulation’ published by Livemint on October 2, 2024. Link to the full article: https://www.livemint.com/market/stock-market-news/explainer-front-running-cases-sebi-market-manipulation-axis-mutual-fund-quant-mutual-fund-11727765701864.html  

Gangesh Verma is quoted in an article titled ‘Fact-checking, research: A case for taking AI’s assistance in the law’ published by Business Standard on September 15, 2024. Link to the full article https://www.business-standard.com/technology/tech-news/fact-checking-research-a-case-for-taking-ai-s-assistance-in-the-law-124091500712_1.html  

Bikash Jhawar is quoted in an article titled ‘Resolution pros in creditors’ crosshairs’ published by Mint on September 30, 2024. Link to the full article: https://clientportal.conceptbiu.com/mv/ad/10150-243496530-10150  

Gangesh Verma is quoted in an article titled ‘Experts call Airtel’s spam tool promising, but flag privacy issues’ published by Financial Express on September 29, 2024. Link to the full article: https://www.financialexpress.com/life/technology/experts-call-airtels-spam-tool-promising-but-flag-privacy-issues/3626045/  

Amit Gupta is quoted in an article titled ‘How much cash can you deposit in a savings account to avoid tax scrutiny?’ published by Financial Express on September 25, 2024. Link to the full article: https://www.financialexpress.com/money/income-tax-how-much-cash-can-you-deposit-in-savings-account-to-avoid-tax-scrutiny-3621453/  

We are pleased to announce that Saraf and Partners, secured bail for the CEO of Rau’s IAS Study Circle Study Circle in an unfortunate event leading to drowning of three students. This matter was led by Mohit Saraf, the Founder and Managing Partner, and Sanjeev Sharma, Senior Partner. Read more about this momentous development: –…

An article titled, ‘India’s AI Strides may face Privacy Law headwinds…cos looking to future-proof biz from legal shocks’ quoting Firm’s Personal Data Protection and Competition Law Partner, Akshayy S Nanda published by The Economic Times.   https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/epaper/delhicapital/2024/sep/20/et-front/indias-ai-stridesmay-face-privacy-law-headwinds/articleshow/113503420.cms?utm_source=contentofinterest&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=cppst

An article titled, ‘NRIs can now invest in Sovereign Green Bonds this new way; Know how the impact on taxation of gains’ quoting Firm’s Banking & Finance Partner, Rohit Raghavan published by The Economic Times.   https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/wealth/tax/nris-can-now-invest-in-sovereign-green-bonds-this-new-way-know-how-the-impact-on-taxation-of-gains/articleshow/113317486.cms?utm_source=contentofinterest&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=cppst  

An article titled, ‘How much cash can you legally keep at home in India to stay clear of taxman?’ quoting Firm’s Tax Partner, Amit Gupta published by Financial Express.   https://www.financialexpress.com/money/how-much-cash-can-indians-legally-keep-at-home-without-penalty-3606726/  

An article titled, ‘DPDP Act draft rules expected within two weeks; transition period likely to be restricted to 6 months’ quoting Firm’s Personal Data Protection and Competition Law Partner, Akshayy S Nanda published by Storyboard18. https://www.storyboard18.com/digital/dpdp-act-draft-rules-expected-within-two-weeks-transition-period-likely-to-be-restricted-to-6-months-42169.htm  

An article titled, ‘Investment abroad by Indians increased to $2,112 million in July’ quoting Firm’s Senior Partner, Vaibhav Kakkar published by The Hindu BusinessLine.

An article titled, ‘SEBI’s Misstep Leads To Landmark Bombay High Court Ruling: A Case Of Regulatory Adventurism’ quoting Partner, Abhiraj Arora published by NDTV Profit. https://www.ndtvprofit.com/law-and-policy/sebis-misstep-leads-to-landmark-bombay-high-court-ruling-a-case-of-regulatory-adventurism    

An article titled, ‘Big Tech says ex-ante antitrust regulations will hurt innovation’ quoting Firm’s Competition and Personal Data Protection Laws Partner, Akshayy S Nanda published by The Economic Times.  

An article titled, ‘Why DCB’s ex-ante approach may not be right to address big tech concerns’ quoting Firm’s Competition and Personal Data Protection Laws Partner, Akshayy S Nanda published in the March/April issue of Asian Legal Business.

Vaibhav Kakkar, Senior Partner at Saraf and Partners was invited to participate in a panel discussion on “Medicines Sold Based On Misleading Claims By Ramdev, Patanjali” on Legally Speaking with Tarun Nangia aired on NewsX.  

Vaibhav Kakkar, Senior Partner at Saraf and Partners was invited to participate in a panel discussion on the recent Supreme Court of India‘s judgement on Rejecting Ramdev’s Apology for misleading ads on Legally Speaking with Tarun Nangia aired on NewsX.

Founder and Managing Partner, Mohit Saraf is quoted in an article titled “One law firm in a year: Why’re foreign legal groups shying away from India?” published by Business Standard on 5th April 2024.   Link to the full article: https://www.business-standard.com/india-news/one-law-firm-in-a-year-why-re-foreign-legal-groups-shying-away-from-india-124040400432_1.html        

Akshay Jain is quoted in an article titled ‘Will living wages offer a better deal to workers?’ published by Financial Express.    

Abhiraj Arora joins Saraf and Partners as a Partner in the Securities and Regulatory Practice.  The news has been published by:👇 Asian Legal Business Legal Era BW Legal World Bar and Bench  

Hosted by Saraf and Partners, the event was a huge success with over 400 attendees including members of judiciary, dignitaries, bureaucrats, political parties, and industry leaders. The coverage is published by Hindustan Times.  

Akshayy S Nanda is quoted in an article titled “Draft Rules For Small M&As, Green Channel Aim To Ease Entrepreneurship” published by NDTV Profit on 22nd  March 2024.   Link to the full article: https://www.ndtvprofit.com/law-and-policy/draft-rules-for-de-minimis-green-channel-aims-to-ease-entrepreneurship      

Saraf and Partners hosted an evening of 𝐀 𝐥𝐲𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐉𝐮𝐠𝐚𝐥𝐛𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢, witnessing remarkable moments, including a mesmerizing shayari by 𝐓𝐮𝐬𝐡𝐚𝐫 𝐌𝐞𝐡𝐭𝐚, 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐨𝐟 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐚, the Chief Guest for the event, in conjunction with 𝐊𝐚𝐩𝐢𝐥 𝐒𝐢𝐛𝐚𝐥 and Mohit Saraf, Founder and Managing Partner, Saraf and Partners. Jugalbandi between the legendary 𝐉𝐚𝐯𝐞𝐝 𝐀𝐤𝐡𝐭𝐚𝐫 and Dr. Rakhshanda Jalil and conversation between…

Akshayy S Nanda is quoted in an article titled “Rules made simpler for certain M&As” published by Financial Express on 20th March 2024.        

Rohit Raghavan is quoted in an article titled “Family offices are increasingly leaning towards debt investments” published by Hindu Business Line on 18th March 2024. Link to the full article:https://www.thehindubusinessline.com/portfolio/global-investor/indian-family-offices-are-increasingly-leaning-towards-debt-investments/article67961063.ece        

Akshayy S Nanda is quoted in an article titled “Digital Competition Bill: Here’s how it can affect the Big Tech companies” published by Business Today on 13th March 2024. Link to the full article: https://www.businesstoday.in/technology/news/story/digital-competition-bill-heres-how-it-can-affect-the-big-tech-companies-421317-2024-03-13        

Akshayy S Nanda is quoted in an article titled “Digital Competition Bill opens room for parallel probe against firms” published by Business Standard on 13th March 2024. Link to the full article: https://www.business-standard.com/industry/news/digital-competition-bill-opens-room-for-parallel-probe-against-firms-124031300736_1.html        

Saraf and Partners unveils a new state-of-the-art office in Bengaluru. The news has been published by: Live Law: https://www.livelaw.in/law-firms/saraf-and-partners-250895 Legal Era: https://www.legaleraonline.com/news/saraf-and-partners-unveils-new-state-of-the-art-office-in-bengaluru-897404?infinitescroll=1 BW Legal World: https://bwlegalworld.businessworld.in/article/Saraf-And-Partners-Strengthens-Its-Presence-With-New-Office-In-Bengaluru/01-03-2024-511626/ Legal 500: https://www.legal500.com/developments/press-releases/saraf-and-partners-unveils-new-state-of-the-art-office-in-bengaluru/ Bar and Bench: https://www.barandbench.com/news/corporate/saraf-and-partners-unveils-new-state-of-the-art-office-in-bengaluru IBLJ: https://law.asia/saraf-partners-relocates-bengaluru/  

Arjun Rajgopal discusses the judgment of the Apex Court wherein the Electoral Bonds scheme was struck down in conversation with BW Legal World Link to the full story: https://bwlegalworld.businessworld.in/article/Electoral-Bonds-Judgment-Experts-Weigh-In/26-02-2024-511095/    

Our Founder and Managing Partner, Mohit Saraf,  was invited to participate in an insightful discussion on the life of the legendary lawyer Fali Nariman! on Legally Speaking with Tarun Nangia, aired on 26th February, Monday, on NewsX. Watch the full discussion below   

Gangesh Varma is quoted in an article titled ‘Lok Sabha Elections: How AI will be a double-edged sword to boost fake news, curb voting manipulations in upcoming polls’ published by Livemint on February 26, 2024. Link to the full article: https://www.livemint.com/news/india/lok-sabha-elections-2024-how-ai-will-be-a-double-edged-sword-to-boost-fake-news-curb-voting-manipulations-11708705430974.html    

Sanjeev Kumar Sharma is quoted in an article titled ‘In The Crosshairs: What is a lookout circular? Who can issue it? Can it be challenged?’ published by Moneycontrol on February 26, 2024. Link to the full article: https://www.moneycontrol.com/news/trends/legal/in-the-crosshairs-what-is-a-lookout-circular-who-can-issue-it-can-it-be-challenged-12345431.html    

Akshayy S Nanda is quoted in an article titled “CCI notifies leniency-plus scheme to curb cartelisation” published by Economic Times on 22nd February 2024. Link to the full article: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/economy/policy/cci-notifies-leniency-plus-scheme-to-curb-cartelisation/articleshow/107902736.cms?from=mdr        

Vaibhav Kakkar was invited to share his thoughts on the Business Standard Morning Show on the topic “What’s next for online gaming after SRO failure?” The show aired on February 21, 2024 and the complete telecast can be accessed from the link below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BhGp2cZk0WE&t=357s  

Akshay Jain is quoted in an article titled ‘Make In India: Several Sectors Fail To Spark Investor Interest Under PLI Scheme In FY24’ published by Outlook Business on February 21, 2024. Link to the full article: https://business.outlookindia.com/economy-and-policy/make-in-india-several-sectors-fail-to-spark-investor-interest-under-pli-scheme    

Arjun Rajgopal is quoted in an article titled ‘Loss-making firms’ political donations in focus post SC ruling’ published by Livemint on February 18, 2024. Link to the full article: https://www.livemint.com/politics/policy/mint-explainer-sc-electoral-bond-ruling-puts-loss-making-firms-political-donations-in-focus-11708254922244.html    

Mohit Saraf was invited by the National Judicial Academy as a resource person to conduct an internal program for District Judges. This specialized program, which saw participation from over 45 District Judges across the nation, serves as a testament to Mr. Saraf’s unparalleled contributions to the legal profession. Mr. Saraf’s involvement is particularly noteworthy as…

Ramya Suresh has been invited to deliver a module on “Structuring of Transactions & Drafting of Transaction Documents” under the certificate course on Fundamentals of Private Equity & Venture Capital. The course is organized by Lloyd Law College – India & Lloyd School of Law, scheduled for 17-18th February 2024.

Akshayy S Nanda is quoted in an article titled “Artificial Intelligence: CCI Lens On Anti-Competitive Challenges” published by NDTV Profit on 08th February 2024. Link to the full article:https://www.ndtvprofit.com/law-and-policy/artifical-intelligence-cci-lens-on-anti-competitive-challenges        

Akshay Jain has been invited as a Jurist for the 2nd edition of the Allen & Overy-NLU Jodhpur International Deal Negotiation Competition, being organised at NLU Jodhpur between February 16-18, 2024.  

Amit Gupta is quoted in an article titled ‘Budgets and Markets: Will FM end the buyback party?’ published by Moneycontrol on February 01, 2024. Link to the full article: https://www.moneycontrol.com/news/business/budget/budget-markets-buyback-tax-dividend-fm-12154061.html  

Amit Gupta is quoted in an article titled ‘Direct Tax To Total Tax Collection Dipped 270 Bps in Past Decade: CBDT Data’ published by BW Businessworld on January 29, 2024. Link to the full article: https://www.businessworld.in/article/Direct-Tax-To-Total-Tax-Collection-Dipped-270-Bps-In-Past-Decade-CBDT-Data/29-01-2024-508064/  

Sanjeev Kumar Sharma was invited to participate in a panel discussion on “Guidelines on Bail Applications issued by Justice Vikram Nath and Justice Rajesh Bindal” on Legally Speaking with Tarun Nangia aired on NewsX.   Watch the full discussion below 👇

Vaibhav Kakkar, is quoted in an article titled ‘A turbulent year for SEBI at SAT’ published by Hindu Business Line on January 10, 2024. Link to the full article: https://www.thehindubusinessline.com/markets/a-turbulent-year-for-sebi-at-sat/article67723401.ece  

Vikrant Kumar, is quoted in an article titled ‘Can AI Own Copyrights? What Does Indian Law Say About It?’ published by NDTV Profit on January 04, 2024. Link to the full article: https://www.ndtvprofit.com/law-and-policy/can-ai-own-copyrights-what-does-indian-law-say-about-it?  

Sanjeev Kumar Sharma was invited to participate in a panel discussion on ‘Ensuring All bail Applications are listed at the earliest: Supreme Court of India to all High Courts” on Legally Speaking with Tarun Nangia aired on NewsX.   Watch the full discussion below 👇

Amit Gupta, is quoted in an article titled ‘GSTAT: Relaxing retirement age, eligibility criteria of members to bring efficiency, say tax experts’ published by Moneycontrol on December 21, 2023. Link to the full article: https://www.moneycontrol.com/news/trends/legal/gstat-relaxing-retirement-age-eligibility-criteria-of-members-to-bring-efficiency-say-tax-experts-11938421.html  

Mohit Saraf participated in a dynamic panel discussion titled “Commercial Arbitration and International Trade/ Arbitration in Emerging Economies & Future Perspectives and Innovations” at the Indian Council of Arbitration Conference on ‘Arbitration As A Catalyst For Economic Development.’ Mr. Saraf shared invaluable insights into the evolving landscape of arbitration, addressing eminent jurists, policy makers, lawyers, business leaders,…

Sairam Subramanian is quoted in an article titled ‘Arbitration agreements valid even if unstamped, rules SC’ published by Livemint on December 14, 2023. Link to the full article: https://www.livemint.com/news/india/unstamped-arbitration-agreements-are-enforceable-supreme-court-rules-11702451060292.html  

Principal Associate, Gangesh Varma was invited to participate in a Workshop organised by IEPF Authority and National Council of Applied Economic Research (NCAER) on ‘Investor Education and Protection Policy in India: Claiming the Unclaimed’ in New Delhi. Sharing below few glimpses of the same

Senior Partners, Manmeet Singh, Sanjeev Kumar Sharma, and Partner, Sairam Subramanian shared their thoughts on the Supreme Court of India’s recent judgment on Unstamped Arbitration Agreements.  

Mohit Saraf made a notable contribution to the roundtable discussion on “𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐩𝐮𝐭𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐚 & 𝐒𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐞.” This event was hosted by the Indian Council of Arbitration on December 9, 2023, at the prestigious Federation House in New Delhi. Other participants at the round table included Hon’ble Mr. Justice A K Sikri, Former Judge…

Senior Partner, Vaibhav Kakkar is quoted in an article titled ‘“Earn 200,000%!”: Finfluencers hardsell platforms that could land investors a FEMA violation’ published by Moneycontrol on December 07, 2023. Link to the full article: https://www.moneycontrol.com/news/business/markets/earn-200000-finfluencers-hardsell-platforms-that-could-land-investors-a-fema-violation-11870381.html  

Mohit Saraf, has been invited to chair a panel discussion titled, ‘Delay liability in Construction Arbitration’ at the ‘Construction Law & Arbitration, Reshaping Construction Dispute Resolution’ conference organised by Society of Construction Law – India to be held on December 9, 2023 at India International Centre, New Delhi.   📅 9th December 2023 ⏰ 10 AM – 11:30…

Saraf and Partners proudly hosted an enriching interactive session with key members of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) at our Delhi (NCR) office. The esteemed ICC delegation was led by Ms. Claudia Salomon, President of the ICC Court, and included Mr. Alexander Fessas, Secretary-General of the ICC Court, Mr. Tejus Chauhan, Director of Arbitration & ADR in South Asia, and…

Amit Gupta is quoted in an article titled ‘What is professional tax: These employees might have to pay it if working from home’ published by Economic Times on December 05, 2023. Link to the full article: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/wealth/tax/what-is-professional-tax-these-employees-might-have-to-pay-it-if-working-from-home/articleshow/105727868.cms  

Ramya Suresh is quoted in an article titled ‘How a proposed change in Special Situations Fund norms could end roundtripping through AIFs’ published by Moneycontrol on December 01, 2023. Link to the full article: https://www.moneycontrol.com/news/business/markets/how-a-proposed-change-in-special-situations-fund-norms-could-end-roundtripping-through-aifs-11840191.html  

Senior Partner, Vaibhav Kakkar will be part of an engrossing discussion titled, “Perspectives on Change, Adaptation, Technology as it relates to Law Firms” at the Economic Times Legal Convention & Awards 2023 on 1st-2nd December in Mumbai. 1st December 2023 10:45 AM – 11:25 AM  Hilton Mumbai International Airport Hotel  

Akshayy S Nanda is invited to participate in a panel discussion titled, “The Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, and the role of Chief Privacy/Data Protection Officer” at the Economic Times Legal Convention & Awards 2023 on 1st-2nd December in Mumbai. 1st December 2023 6 PM – 06:45 PM  Hilton Mumbai International Airport Hotel  

Firm’s Capital Markets Partner, Murtaza Zoomkawala attended the listing ceremony of Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Limited (IREDA) at NSE India. The IPO was subscribed 38.80 times. The shares of IREDA debuted at a premium of 56% over their issue price before rallying further to 87.5% over the issue price by the end of trading hours. Many congratulations to…

Principal Associate, Sanya Sud is quoted in an article titled ‘Dark pattern guidelines to prescribe penalty for erring digital firms’ published by LiveMint on November 28, 2023. Link to the full article: https://www.livemint.com/industry/dark-patterns-guidelines-to-prescribe-penalties-for-erring-digital-businesses-11701095464094.html  

Dhruv Chatterjee is quoted in an article titled ‘Proposed NPC Bill to promote innovation & research in pharmacy’ published by Pharmabiz on November 27, 2023. Link to the full article: http://www.pharmabiz.com/NewsDetails.aspx?aid=164777&sid=1  

Senior Partner, Vikrant Kumar is quoted in an article titled ‘Draft broadcast bill sparks concerns around creative freedom’ published by LiveMint on November 26, 2023. Link to the full article: https://www.livemint.com/news/india/draft-broadcast-bill-unleashes-concerns-around-creative-freedom-11701015943562.html  

Avirup Nag joins Saraf and Partners as a Partner in the Projects and M&A Practice.  The news has been published by:👇 Asian Legal Business Live Law Legal Era BW Legal World Bar and Bench Chambers and Partners  

Amit Gupta is quoted in an article titled, ‘Delhi HC quashes reassessment orders for AY 2016-17, 2017-18 having tax escapement below ₹50 lakh’ published by The Hindu Business Line on November 18th 2023. Link to the full article: https://www.thehindubusinessline.com/economy/delhi-hc-quashes-reassessment-orders-for-ay-2016-17-2017-18-having-tax-escapement-below-rs-50-lakh/article67543122.ece  

Singdhaneel Satpathy was invited to share his thoughts on the Business Standard Morning Show in relation to the Draft Broadcasting Services (Regulation) Bill, 2023 released by the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting to regulate content on Netflix and other OTT platforms. The show aired on November 17, 2023 and the complete telecast can be accessed from…

Bikash Jhawar is quoted in an article titled, ‘Lenders Look to De risk Promoter Guarantees’ published by The Economic Times on November 16, 2023. Link to the full article:https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/epaper/delhicapital/2023/nov/16/et-front/lenders-look-to-derisk-promoter-guarantees/articleshow/105243914.cms?from=mdr  

Saraf and Partners has collaborated as a Co-partner with FICCI for the prestigious ‘CAPAM 2023’, the Annual Capital Markets Conference to be held on November 16, 2023, at the National Stock Exchange in Mumbai. Our Founder & Managing Partner, Mohit Saraf, who also serves as the Co-Chair of FICCI’s Private Equity and Venture Capital Committee, will engage in a…

Akshayy S Nanda is quoted in an article titled “Companies fear new data law may upset cross-selling cart” published by Economic Times on 12th November 2023. Link to the full article: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/companies-uneasy-over-consent-clause-in-new-data-law/articleshow/105154934.cms        

Saraf and Partners celebrated its Annual Day event with the establishment of an office in Hyderabad. The news has been published by: Legal 500: https://www.legal500.com/developments/press-releases/saraf-and-partners-marks-milestone-annual-day-event-and-expands-footprint-in-hyderabad-with-notable-partner-inductions-2/ Asian Legal Business: https://www.legalbusinessonline.com/other-news/saraf-launches-hyderabad-office-partner-duo-dsk IBLJ: https://law.asia/saraf-hired-durga-bose-gandham-and-altaf-fatima/ Live Law: https://www.livelaw.in/law-firms/saraf-and-partners-241775 Legal Era: https://www.legaleraonline.com/hires-and-moves/saraf-and-partners-marks-milestone-annual-day-event-and-expands-footprint-in-hyderabad-with-notable-partner-inductions-880891?infinitescroll=1 BW Legal World: https://bwlegalworld.businessworld.in/article/Saraf-And-Partners-Marks-Milestone-Annual-Day-Event-And-Expands-Footprint-In-Hyderabad-With-Notable-Partner-Inductions/06-11-2023-497817/ Bar and Bench: https://www.barandbench.com/news/corporate/saraf-and-partners-hires-dsk-legal-hyderabad-team Latest Laws: https://www.latestlaws.com/latest-news/saraf-and-partners-marks-milestone-annual-day-event-and-expands-footprint-in-hyderabad-with-notable-partner-inductions-208006/ SME Street: https://smestreet.in/technology/saraf-and-partners-annual-day-event-highlights-hyderabad-expansion-1687647

Bikash Jhawar is quoted in an article titled, ‘IBBI Proposes Reforms For Efficient Corporate Resolution: All You Need To Know’ published by BQPrime on November 04, 2023. Link to the full article:https://www.bqprime.com/law-and-policy/ibbi-proposes-reforms-for-efficient-corporate-resolution-all-you-need-to-know  

Abhishek Swaroop is quoted in an article titled, ‘Lenders fear taxmen will eat into recovery pie’ published by Times of India on November 02, 2023. Link to the full article:https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/mumbai/lenders-fear-taxmen-will-eat-into-recovery-pie/articleshow/104902251.cms?from=mdr  

Our Insolvency & Restructuring Partner, Abhishek Swaroop and Principal Associate, Anupm Prakash were invited to conduct a certificate course on “Insolvency and Bankruptcy Laws!” organized in collaboration with Centre for Business and Commercial Laws, NLIU on October 30th. The course explored topics such as avoidable transactions under the Code, exceptions to moratorium, and dissenting financial creditors in the waterfall mechanism.…

Principal Associate, Gangesh Varma is invited to participate in a Panel Discussion on ‘Role of Data Protection Act, 223 in Protecting Investors in the Digital Era’ at Investor Education and Protection Webinar, organised by IEPF Authority and NCAER, under the aegis of the Ministry Of Corporate Affairs, Government of India on October 30, 2023. Click below to Register 👇: https://ncaer.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ED3Fl7JKTyeaazuaX–fdQ#/registration  

Saraf and Partners’ Team will be participating at the International Bar Association’s Annual Conference 2023 to be held in Paris from 29th October to 3rd November.

Principal Associate, Gangesh Varma is invited to moderate a panel discussion titled, ‘User Rights and Principles For the Rules’ at PrivacyNama 2023, organised by MediaNama on 27th October 2023. Click below to Register 👇: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_L6KGwOo5QGO1PcbzQtCKug?mc_cid=f0e596042e&mc_eid=17268e5306#/registration    

Akshayy S Nanda will be conducting a virtual masterclass on “Data Privacy with General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)” organised by ETMasterclass, scheduled for 2nd & 3rd November 2023. This two-day event aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of security, privacy, and data protection challenges in the emerging Business Models.   For more details on the Masterclass click…

Snigdhaneel Satpathy is quoted in a story titled “Ratan Tata Endowment Fund Buys into 2 Tata Cos” published by Economic Times on 17th October 2023. Link to the full article: http://sarafpartners.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Ratan-Tata-Endowment-Fund-Buys-into-2-Tata-Cos-The-Economic-Times.pdf  

Akshayy S Nanda is quoted in an article titled “The Data Dilemma: Companies find India’s privacy law a tricky maze to traverse” published by Economic Times on 15th October 2023.  

Vivek Pareek, Partner at Saraf and Partners was invited to share his insights on the Business Standard Morning Show on “Why is India Inc. riding a merger-demerger wave?” The show aired on October 13, 2023 and the complete telecast can be accessed from the link below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fpELt2Sp4vM&t=426s  

Ramya Suresh joins Saraf and Partners as a Partner in the Corporate and M&A Practice.  The same has been published by: Bar and Bench: https://www.barandbench.com/news/corporate/azb-partner-ramya-suresh-joins-saraf-and-partners Live Law: https://www.livelaw.in/law-firms/saraf-and-partners-ma-ramya-suresh-239941 BW Legal World: https://bwlegalworld.businessworld.in/article/Saraf-And-Partners-Elevates-Corporate-And-M-A-Practice-With-Arrival-Of-Partner-Ramya-Suresh/12-10-2023-494725/ Asian Legal Business: https://www.legalbusinessonline.com/deals/saraf-continues-ma-expansion-azb-partner-mumbai Legal Era: https://www.legaleraonline.com/hires-and-moves/saraf-and-partners-elevates-corporate-and-ma-practice-with-the-arrival-of-partner-ramya-suresh-878568    

Akshayy S Nanda is quoted in an article titled “DPDP Act 2023: Consent managers crucial in data protection amid transition” published by Business Standard on 11th October 2023. Link to the full article: https://www.business-standard.com/technology/tech-news/dpdp-act-2023-consent-managers-crucial-in-data-protection-amid-transition-123101100631_1.html    

Firm’s Founder and Managing Partner, Mr. Mohit Saraf, has been invited as the Guest of Honour at the Orientation Programme, Law Centre – II, Faculty Of Law, University of Delhi on 7th October 2023. The Chief Guest for the function is Hon’ble Mr. Justice Rajesh Bindal, Supreme Court of India.  

Sanya Sud, Principal Associate at Saraf and Partners was invited to share her thoughts on the Business Standard Morning Show in relation to the implementation of comprehensive guidelines protecting public from the harmful impact of unhealthy food and the role of the government as a regulator. The show aired on September 29, 2023 and the complete telecast can be…

Anirudh Krishan Gandhi shared his valuable insights on recent judgement by: Justice Chandrachud, Justice Narasimha, Justice Pardiwala about “Arbitration Awards cannot be set aside on mere possibility of an alternative view of facts or interpretation of the contract” on Legally Speaking with Tarun Nangia, aired on NewsX. Watch the full discussion below:

Tax Partner Amit Gupta reflects his legal journey, as a Chartered Accountant and a CFA, combining financial analysis and tax advisory to provide holistic solutions to clients, and recently joining the Firm in tax practice, in an exclusive conversation with iPleaders. Read the full interview here 👇: https://blog.ipleaders.in/an-interview-with-amit-gupta-new-partner-joining-saraf-and-partners-in-tax-practice/

Abir Lal Dey is quoted in an article titled  “‘Upper layer’ tag may pose challenges for some NBFCs” published by Financial Express on September 27, 2023. Link to the full article: https://www.financialexpress.com/business/banking-finance-upper-layer-tag-may-pose-challenges-for-some-nbfcs-3255649/  

An article titled ‘Net Cos panic, want clarity on data rules, seek more time’ quoting Partner, Akshayy S Nanda published by The Economic Times on September 27, 2023. Link to Article: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/net-companies-panic-want-clarity-on-data-rules-seek-more-time/articleshow/103969021.cms  

Link: https://www.barandbench.com/news/corporate/dhruv-chatterjee-joins-saraf-and-partners-as-partner-in-corporate-ma-and-pe-practices ALB: https://www.legalbusinessonline.com/appointments/india%E2%80%99s-saraf-adds-ma-partner-trilegal BW Legal World: https://bwlegalworld.businessworld.in/article/Saraf-And-Partners-Onboards-Dhruv-Chatterjee-As-Partner-In-Corporate-M-A-And-Private-Equity-Practices/27-09-2023-492898/ Latest Laws: https://www.latestlaws.com/latest-news/saraf-and-partners-bolsters-its-team-with-the-addition-of-dhruv-chatterjee-as-partner-in-corporate-m-a-and-private-equity-practices-206143/

We are delighted to share that the Firm’s Founder and Managing Partner, Mr. Mohit Sarafwas invited to conduct a workshop for High Court Justices on ‘Interpretation of Construction and Infrastructure Contracts’ organised by the National Judicial Academy (NJA), Bhopal.

Firm’s Founder & Managing Partner, Mohit Saraf participated in a panel discussion regarding the completion of 150 Days of Justice Chandrachud as the Chief Justice of India on ‘Legally Speaking’ aired on NewsX. The interview can be accessed from the link below: https://youtu.be/kdwDOovV0w8

“Competition for Indian law firms will increase but on the other hand I expect charge-out rates for Indian law firms to significantly improve from the present levels.” “Despite the challenges, the entry of foreign law firms is necessary, as the Indian economy grows, particularly with investments from outside of India.” “I expect legal markets to…

Firm’s Founder & Managing Partner, Mr. Mohit Saraf shares his views to Reuters in a report titled, ‘India allows foreign law firms to set up offices, move seen as ‘game changer’’. Mr. Saraf welcome the change, “it will enable Indian law firms to move up the value chain by collaborating with foreign lawyers and foreign…

An article titled, ‘How Indian law firms are reacting to the opening up of the Indian legal market’ quoting Firm’s Founder & Managing Partner, Mr. Mohit Saraf, published by Bar & Bench. Read the full converage here

Firm’s Founder & Managing Partner, Mr. Mohit Saraf shares his insights in an extensive conversation with ETCFO, titled, ‘Entry of foreign law firms in India’ Read the full converage here

We are pleased to announce that SRGR Law Offices is joining Saraf and Partners. The story has been published by Bar & Bench. Founder & Managing Partner, Mohit Saraf welcomed Saroj Jha & Ravi Bishnoi and their entire team to the Firm and said with this synergy, we will be better poised to offer an…

Our Corporate practice Partner, Vaibhav Kakkar was invited to share his views on Drafting gaming rules, Part 1 on Legally Speaking with Tarun Nangia aired on NewsX. Please see the link below to access the complete interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u6f0tpDXP04

Our Firm’s Founder & Managing Partner, Mr. Mohit Saraf, participated in a panel discussion on Justice Chandrachud’s Big Decision regarding bail on ‘Legally Speaking with Tarun Nangia’ aired on NewsX. Mr. Saraf shared his perspective on how Justice Chandrachud’s decision will go a long way in improving Criminal Justice System in India. The complete interview can be accessed from the…

Read the expert views of our Founder & Managing Partner Mohit Saraf , in the intelligence report “Here comes the Sun” published by India Business Law Journal. “The growth of the Indian economy and corporate India is a huge opportunity for law firms in India” Read the full report here.

Firm’s Founder & Managing Partner, Mr. Mohit Saraf shared his views on the ‘Credit Rating Agency Ecosystem’ in a panel discussion on ‘Legally Speaking with Tarun Nangia’ aired on NewsX. Mr. Saraf shared his perspective on the vital role the rating agency play in helping companies raise desired level of debt to support capex and…

An article titled, ‘Startups step up fight against Google’s fees’ quoting Partner, Akshayy S Nanda published on LiveMint. https://www-livemint-com.cdn.ampproject.org/c/s/www.livemint.com/companies/start-ups/startups-step-up-fight-against-google-s-fees/amp-11666896041082.html

Our Firm’s Founder & Managing Partner, Mr. Mohit Saraf was invited to participate in a panel discussion on the appointment of Justice DhanajayaChandrachud as 50th Chief Justice of India on Legally Speaking on NewsX. Mr. Saraf shared his perspective of what Corporate India’s ask is from Justice Chandrachud. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tSNx4rch-Zg

Partner, Akshayy S Nanda shares his views on the ‘CCI imposing fines, totalling in all more than Rs. 392 crore on MakeMyTrip, OYO and Goibibo’, aired on NewsX. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hyNFpqP4lhM

Partner, Vaibhav Kakkar was invited to share his views on the Regulatory Architecture for online gaming industry, Part 2 on Legally Speaking with TarunNangia aired on NewsX. Please see the link below to access the complete interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m8hWnvsXtkE

Partner, Vaibhav Kakkar was invited to share his views on ‘How will online gaming ban impact the industry? What is the reason for the five states from the south-Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh and Telangana’s opposition to e-gaming? and more…’ aired on ET NOW. Full interview can be accessed from the link below https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wx-oh4owthY

an article titled, ‘CCI go-ahead for Zee-Sony merger, conditions apply’ quoting Partner, Akshayy S Nanda published in Business Standard.

How life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness became the Indian corporate lawyer’s new mantra’ quoting Firm’s Founder & Managing Partner, Mr. Mohit Saraf, published on Moneycontrol. https://www.moneycontrol.com/news/trends/legal-trends/how-life-liberty-and-the-pursuit-of-happiness-became-the-indian-corporate-lawyers-new-mantra-9318921.html

An article titled, ‘Phone cos may find it tough to look beyond Google store’ quoting competition law Partner, Akshayy S Nanda, published in The Economic Times.

An article title, “New Rules For Social Media Intermediaries Vague, Will Result In Over-Censorship, Experts Say” quoting Partner, Vaibhav Kakkar published on BQ Prime. https://www-bqprime-com.cdn.ampproject.org/c/s/www.bqprime.com/amp/technology/new-rules-for-social-media-intermediaries-vague-will-result-in-over-censorship-experts-say

An article title, ‘Startups cheer CCI order penalising Google for abuse of dominant market position’ quoting Partner, Akshayy S Nanda published on ET Telecom. https://telecom-economictimes-indiatimes-com.cdn.ampproject.org/c/s/telecom.economictimes.indiatimes.com/amp/news/startups-cheer-cci-order-penalising-google-for-abuse-of-dominant-market-position/95000552

An article titled, ‘Boat joins PharmEasy, Droom to shelve listing plans amid valuation concerns’ quoting Capital Markets Partner, Murtaza Zoomkawala published on Business Standard.

In an inaugural session, Firm’s Founder and Managing Partner, Mr. Mohit Saraf addressed the Firm, about the future of legal industry by underlining immense opportunities which exist on account of rising economic development in India. Followed by a fireside chat between Mr. Suhel Seth, a top brand expert, a columnist, an actor, and a TV…

The celebrations commenced with an address by the Firm’s Founder and Managing Partner, Mr. Mohit Saraf to the Firm, about the future of legal industry by underlining immense opportunities which exist on account of rising economic development in India. Mr. Saraf quoted, “Client comes first and the Firm second. We need to collaborate with other…

Saraf and Partners hosted a gala event to celebrate its first year anniversary and was attended by the members of the Firm along with several Judges and Senior Advocates. Key highlights of last one year journey includes: US$ 43+ billion worth deals executed by the Firm Total strength 180+ (up from 95+ in July 2021)…

An article titled, ‘Govt’s new overseas investment rules to aid banks’ loan recovery, stop asset theft: Bankers’ quoting Partner, Sahil Arora published on moneycontrol.com. Read here: https://www.moneycontrol.com/news/business/govts-new-overseas-investment-rules-to-aid-banks-loan-recovery-stop-asset-theft-bankers-9080291.html

An article titled, ‘Supertech Twin Towers Demolition: Will it send out a tough message to builders and authorities?’ quoting Partner, Sanjeev Sharma published on moneycontrol.com. Read here: https://www.moneycontrol.com/news/business/real-estate/supertech-twin-towers-demolition-will-it-send-out-a-tough-message-to-builders-and-authorities-9087271.html

An article titled, ‘How resident Indians now have wider access to overseas investments’ quoting Partner, Sahil Arora published on The Times Of India. Read here: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/explained-how-resident-indians-now-have-wider-access-to-overseas-investments/articleshow/93766751.cms?utm_source=contentofinterest&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=cppst

An article titled, ‘SC verdict won’t affect CCI probe, says Delhi HC’ quoting Partner, Akshayy S Nanda published on Business Standard.

An article titled, ‘Operational creditors lead in filing bankruptcy cases’ quoting Partner, Abhishek Swaroop published on LiveMint.

An article titled, ‘Law firms scramble to rein in attrition amid unprecedented talent fight’ quoting Firm’s Founder & Managing Partner, Mr. Mohit Saraf, published on LiveMint.  

Our Corporate practice Partner, Vaibhav Kakkar shares his views on ‘Imposing GST on Online Gaming and Meghalya Chief Minister, Mr. Conrad Kongkal Sangma meeting Union Finance Minister’ on Legally Speaking with Tarun Nangia, aired on NewsX. The complete interview can be accessed from the link below https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H0GvtVShnB0

                         An article titled, ‘Over ₹2,000 cr of M&As may come under CCI purview’ quoting Partner, Akshay S Nanda published in Business Standard on August 5, 2022.

An article titled, ‘Top court upholds ED’s powers under PMLA’ quoting Litigation Partner, Sanjeev Sharma published on Business Standard on July 28, 2022. SC upholds ED’s powers under PMLA, says power to arrest not arbitrary | Business Standard News (business-standard.com)

                        Saraf and Partners welcomes Samridha Neupane as a Partner within its Projects, Energy & Infrastructure practice in its Delhi Office.                           Samridha is a projects & energy law specialist with a…

Our Firm’s Founder and Managing Partner, Mr. Mohit Saraf was invited to share his views on the ‘Proposed India-United Kingdom Free Trade Agreement proposed to be signed before the year end’ on Policy and Politics with Tarun Nangia, aired on NewsX.

An article titled,  “UltraTech” secures legal view, set to bid for Ambuja, ACC quoting Partner, Akshayy S Nanda published in The Economic Times.  

  Litigation Partner, Abhishek Swaroop was invited to share his views on ‘Should Challenge to Arbitral Awards be Directly Taken Up at High Court Level’ on Legally Speaking with Tarun Nangia, aired on NewsX on May 4, 2022.The complete interview can be accessed from the link below: Legally Speaking : Should Challenge to Arbitral Awards…

  An article titled, “CCI tweak puts digital platforms in the line of antitrust fire” quoting Partner, Akshayy S Nanda                        The published in Economic Times on May  2, 2022.

‘Investors can now trade in fractional shares‘ quoting Partner, Vaibhav Kakkar published in Business Line on April 18, 2022.

Saraf and Partners continues the expansion with the induction of Ketan Khare as Partner in its Mumbai Office; Partner count reaches 30. Hariani & Co’s Ketan Khare joins Saraf and Partners as Partner No. 30 (barandbench.com)

Our Partner, Manmeet Singh was invited to share his views on ‘Personal Guarantor’s Assets in Insolvency & Bankruptcy Code (IBC-NCLT)’ Part 2 on Legally Speaking with Tarun Nangia, aired on NewsX on April 15, 2022. Legally Speaking : Personal Guarantor’s Assets in Insolvency & Bankruptcy Code ( IBC-NCLT ) Part 2 – YouTube

Saraf and Partners’ Abhishek Swaroop was invited to share his views on ‘Enforcement of Arbitral Awards: Part 2’Litigation Partner,  at Legally Speaking With Tarun Nangia, aired on April 7, 2022 on NewsX. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PpSh0JdhExs

IBBI proposes to streamline role of information utilities‘ quoting Partner, Manmeet Singh, published in Business Line on April 10, 2022.

Saraf and Partners’ Partner, Nipun Vaid shares her journey in law and much more in an exclusive interview with BW Legal World’s Managing Editor, Ashima Ohri published on BW Legal World on April 1, 2022. In Conversation With Nipun Vaid Partner Saraf And Partners – BW legalworld (businessworld.in)

Our Firm’s Founder & Managing Partner, Mohit Saraf was invited to shares his views on ‘Why courts should look at Infrastructure related cases differently’? on Legally Speaking with Tarun Nangia aired on March 28, 2022. Legally Speaking : Why Courts Should Look at Infrastructure Related Cases Differently ? – YouTube

Our Firm’s Founder & Managing Partner, Mohit Saraf was invited to share his views on CJI Justice NV Ramana’s proposal to set up National Judicial Infrastructure Corporation (NJIC) on Legally Speaking with Tarun Nangia, aired on NewsX on March 23, 2022. Mr. Saraf was joined by Sr. Adv. Parag Tripathi and Raian Karanjawala, Karanjawala & Co. Legally Speaking : Justice Ramana Proposes…

Saraf and Partners welcomes Shashank Manish as Partner in its Arbitration, Litigation and Intellectual Property practice. Bar and Bench | Indian Legal News | Supreme Court Judgment, High Court Updates, Indian Law Firm News, Law School News, Legal News in India

Our Partner, Bikash Jhawar was invited to share his views on ‘Personal Insolvency’ and more specifically about, Meeting with Creditors, Personal Guarantor, Interim Moratorium, Repayment Plan on Legally Speaking with Tarun Nangia, telecast on NewsX on March 15, 2022. Legally Speaking: Personal Insolvency (Meeting with Creditors,Personal Guarantor,Interim Moratorium) – YouTube

We are very pleased to announce that our Firm’s Founder and Managing Partner, Mr. Mohit Saraf was invited to conduct a workshop for #HighCourt Justices on ‘Interpretation of Construction and Infrastructure Contracts’. This was an exclusive Workshop for High Court Justices ‘For Commercial Division And Commercial Appellate Division On Commercial Disputes’ and was organised by The National Judicial…

Saraf and Partners’ Founder & Managing Partner, Mr. Mohit Saraf shares his life journey, his career in law, and his vision for the Firm & everyone in the Firm in an exclusive coverage titled “Saraf & Partners looks to play in the big law league” published by Taxsutra. Mohit Saraf – Taxsutra

“Avail of chance to explain position on receiving Section 148A notice” quoting Partner Lokesh Shah, published in Business Standard.

Saraf and Partners welcomes Manmeet Singh as a Partner in its Dispute Resolution – Arbitration & Litigation and Insolvency & Restructuring practices. Manmeet was previously a Partner in L&L Partners and has extensive experience of 17 years. Manmeet will also be part of our Management Committee, the highest decision-making body in the Firm. This Committee will also…

Sachit Mathur will be the lead Partner for the firm’s pan-India Real Estate practice along with Ajay Bhadu and Astha Singh Trehan as Partners in its Real Estate practice, and Sagar Manju as a Partner in its Insolvency & Restructuring practice. Saraf and Partners strengthens corporate practice with four new Partners (barandbench.com)

Saraf and Partners welcomes Akshayy S Nanda as a Partner within its Competition Law practice in its Delhi Office. Akshayy has joined the Firm from Trilegal and has an extensive experience of over 14 years in advising multinational and Indian clients on wide-ranging competition law issues including cartel enforcement, abuse of dominance, merger control, leniency…

Saraf and Partners continues the hiring spree further with the appointment of Alok Shankar as Partner in Delhi Office; Partner count reaches 28. Saraf and Partners welcomes Alok Shankar as a Partner within its Projects, Regulatory and Litigation practice in its Delhi Office. Alok, was previously a Partner in HSA Advocates and has broad experience…

An article titled, ‘The conduct certificate: Ed-tech self-regulation code is ready. Test begins now.‘ quoting Partner, Vaibhav Kakkar published on ET Prime on February 25, 2022. Download The conduct certificate: Ed-tech self-regulation code is ready. Test begins now.’ quoting Vaibhav Kakkar

Saraf and Partners’ Partner, Abir Lal Dey, shares his views on the financial market trends, his journey in law and much more in an exclusive interview with BW Legal World’s Managing Editor, Ashima Ohri published on BW Legal World on February 23, 2022. There Is An Increase In Structured Financing Application Of Fintech And Data…

An article titled, ‘India-UAE deal may guide dialogues for digital trade pacts’ quoting Senior Associate, Gangesh Varma published in Hindustan Times on February 22, 2022.

An article titled, ‘Devas case: Quebec court’s order likely to be overturned, say legal experts’ quoting Firm’s Founder and Managing Partner, Mohit Saraf published on Business Today on January 4, 2022. Devas case: Quebec court’s order likely to be overturned, say legal experts – BusinessToday

An article titled, ‘Delhi HC dismisses Future Group plea’ quoting Partner, Manmeet Singh published in LiveMint on January 5, 2022.

An article titled, ‘Union Budget 2022: Lawyers seek tax benefits, push for legal reforms’ quoting Firm’s Founder & Managing Partner, Mohit Saraf, published on Money Control on January 29, 2022. Union Budget 2022: Lawyers Seek Tax Benefits, Push For Legal Reforms (moneycontrol.com)

An article titled, ‘Google to invest $1 bn in Airtel to boost India play’ quoting Partner, Vaibhav Kakkar published in Hindustan Times on January 29, 2022.

An article titled, ‘What the TDS rule change for property transactions means for homebuyers’ quoting Partner, Lokesh Shah published on The Times Of India on February 3, 2022. Explained: What the TDS rule change for property transactions means for homebuyers – Times of India (indiatimes.com)

An article titled, ‘Here is how housing loan can help you save ₹5 lakh or more on tax’ quoting Partner, Lokesh Shah published in Live Mint on February 8, 2022.

An article titled, ‘ESG Rater Says Green Push Compliance Tough For Indian Companies’ quoting Partner, Sahil Arora published on The Economic Times on February 10, 2022. Indian companies: ESG rater says green push compliance tough for Indian companies – The Economic Times (indiatimes.com)

An article title, ‘Legal or not? India’s budget raises questions, hopes for crypto’ quoting Partner, Vaibhav Kakkar published on Al Jazeera Media Network on February 3, 2022. Legal or not? India’s budget raises questions, hopes for crypto | Crypto | Al Jazeera

An article titled, ‘Sebi asks Dish TV to make Dec AGM results public: What legal experts say’ quoting Partner, Manmeet Singh published on Business Standard. Sebi  asks Dish TV to make Dec AGM results public: What legal experts say

An article titled, ‘New CSR mandate to increase compliance burden for India Inc’ quoting Partner, Snigdhaneel Satpathy published in Business Line on February 14, 2022.

Partner, Vaibhav Kakkar sharing his views on the Karnataka High Court lifting the state’s ban on e-gaming, and thus providing a massive relief especially to skill-based gaming startups that had shut down operations in the state. The interview was telecast on ET Now on February 14, 2022. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=llBuHORNfR0

An article titled, ‘What to keep in mind while playing real money games online’ quoting Partner, Vaibhav Kakkar published in Live Mint on February 16, 2022.

Firm’s Founder & Managing Partner, Mohit Saraf was invited to share his views on ‘Expectations From Union Budget’ and further discuss the demands made in the meeting with Finance Minister, telecast on News X on January 20, 2022.

Saraf and Partners (S&P) moved to a 20,000 sq. ft office space in Film City, Noida. The inauguration puja was held on Makar Sankranti, January 14. The puja commenced with ribbon cutting by Firm’s Founder and Managing Partner, Mohit Saraf, followed by Ganesh Puja, Guruji’s satsang and lunch. Saraf and Partners gets a new address…

Firm’s Founder & Managing Partner, Mohit Saraf was invited to participate in a panel discussion titled, ‘Deal Street 2022 outlook ‘ to share his views on the deals 2021 landscape fared and how will 2022 look like in terms of the start-up world’s fund-raising abilities, telecast on January 6, 2021 on CNBC-TV18.

Partner, Vaibhav Kakkar was invited to share his views on the State government of Tamil Nadu moving to the Supreme Court against the Madras High Court order which had allowed online real money gaming, in an exclusive news coverage by ET Now on December 7, 2021.

Partner, Gayatri Roy was invited to share her views on  ‘The Data Protection Bill Recommendations’ in Legally Speaking with Tarun Nangia, telecast on NewsX on December 3, 2021.

Partner, Vaibhav Kakkar was invited to share his views on  ‘Finance Minister, Sitharaman’s statement in Parliament on Crypto’ in Legally Speaking with Tarun Nangia, telecast on NewsX on December 1, 2021.

“Partner, Vaibhav Kakkar was invited to ‘Policy and Politics with Tarun Nangia’ to share his insight on, Prime Minister of India, Mr. Narendra Modi’s message on Cryptocurrency, its Regulation and Risk of FEMA violation and Money Laundering, telecast on NewsX, on November 18, 2021. Vaibhav was joined by, Rajnish Kumar, served as Chairman, State Bank…

“Firm’s Founder & Managing Partner, Mohit Saraf was invited to ‘Policy and Politics with Tarun Nangia’ to share his insight on, Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal setting up the target of US$ 1000 billion service exports to be achieved for India and how Legal Services can also generate huge revenue, telecast on NewsX, on November 11,…

Firm’s Founder and Managing Partner, Mohit Saraf was invited on ‘Legally Speaking with Tarun Nangia’ to share his views on, ‘Adani Group applying for ARC license at RBI. Good news for pre insolvency companies in infrastructure and real estate sector; will more industrial groups follow?’, telecast on NewsX, on November 5, 2021.

Firm’s Founder & Managing Partner, Mohit Saraf sharing his experience, his vision for our Firm and more on ‘Legally Speaking with Tarun Nangia’ telecast on News X on October 30, 2021.

Firm’s Founder & Managing Partner, Mohit Saraf was invited to share his views on Zee getting a temporary relief in the corporate battle with Invesco and OFI Global as the Bombay High Court grants an injunction on Invesco’s demand to call an EGM and remove Punit Goenka as MD and CEO, telecast on ET Now.

Firm’s Founder and Managing Partner, Mohit Saraf was invited to share his insight on ‘It is NOT ILLEGAL to have offshore bank account/offshore trust’ in Legally Speaking with Tarun Nangia, telecast on NewsX on October 5, 2021.

Firm’s Founder & Managing Partner, Mohit Saraf, joins in to talk about the Zee VS Invesco row and shareholding activism trend that is happening in the entertainment and market industry, in an exclusive conversation with ET NOW.

Firm’s Founder & Managing Partner, Mohit Saraf was invited to share his views on the recent Zee saga, rejecting Investco’s EGM demand, in an interview telecast on ET NOW on October 1, 2021. On #IndiaTonight, @sarafmohit in conversation with @29_ruchibhatia delved deeper into the legal issues that have unfolded in the ongoing Zee & @InvescoUS…

Firm’s Founder and Managing Partner, Mohit Saraf was invited to share his thoughts on ‘Digital & Physical courts post Corona’ in Legally Speaking with Tarun Nangia, telecast on NewsX on September 24, 2021.

Partner, Vaibhav Kakkar was invited to share his insight on the recent amendment passed by the Karnataka government to the Karnataka Police Act which could see the state ban online chess, fantasy sports, poker, bridge etc. telecast on ET Now on September 22, 2021.

Firm’s Founder & Managing Partner, Mohit Saraf shares his views on ‘The Future of Legal Practice, Economy, and Life In Pandemic’ in an exclusive conversation with BW Legal World. http://bwlegalworld.businessworld.in

Firm’s Founder & Managing Partner, Mohit Saraf shares his views on ‘Legal System Needs to Become an Enabler of Deals for India to Reach a $10 Trillion Economy’ in an exclusive conversation with BW Legal World. http://bwlegalworld.businessworld.in/video/Legal-System-Needs-to-Become-an-Enabler-of-Deals-for-India-to-Reach-a-10-Trillion-Economy-/16-08-2021-3524/

Firm’s Founder & Managing Partner, Mohit Saraf was invited to share his views on the recent amendment to the Income Tax Act to nullify retrospective tax demands, in an interview with ET NOW.

Partner, Vaibhav Kakkar, talks about the future of gaming industry, in an exclusive interview with ET NOW. https://www.timesnownews.com

Firm’s Founder & Managing Partner, Mohit Saraf reveals the list of our Partners, joining from L&L in an exclusive conversation with India Business Law Journal (IBLJ). https://law.asia/saraf-hails-team-of-20-joining-from-ll/

An interactive Q&A session, where Firm’s Founder and Managing Partner, Mohit Saraf shared his views on, how Saraf and Partners will be a different experience for both lawyers and clients, published in the August issue of the Asian Legal Business India e-magazine. https://www.legalbusinessonline.com

Firm’s Founder & Managing Partner, Mohit Saraf talks about his growth plans for Saraf and Partners, in an extensive interview titled, “M&A lawyer Mohit Saraf eyes 50% corporate business of L&L as he starts second innings” with ETCFO. https://cfo.economictimes.indiatimes.com/

Firm’s Founder & Managing Partner, Mohit Saraf shares his views on the economic growth of the country effecting legal industry, in an article titled, ‘Economic growth will fuel legal market: Mohit Saraf’ published in The Economic Times. https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/