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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  

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      

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 pleased to share that Vaibhav Kakkar, Senior Partner was invited to participate in the panel discussion titled, ‘M&A, PE/VC Investments in India’s New Economy: Trends and Legal Insight’ at the BW Legal World GC Conclave. https://bwlegalworld.businessworld.in/article/Active-Regulatory-Environment-Is-Making-Business-Difficult-Say-Experts/11-07-2023-483739/

The Firm’s Founder and Managing Partner, Mr. Mohit Saraf, delivered the keynote address titled, ’10 year Gaze: Challenge and Opportunities for Legal Profession’ at the BW Legal World GC Conclave! Held on July 9 at Le Meridien New Delhi. Mr. Saraf presented an overview of the enabling environment for growth of both the economy and the legal…

We are thrilled to share that two years ago, the vision for creating a law firm that could provide high-quality responsive service to clients and a platform to the ‘first-generation’ Indian lawyers, culminated in the birth of Saraf and Partners. Today, we celebrate two years of incredible success of the Firm. We extend our heartfelt gratitude…

We are pleased to share that Firm’s Founder and Managing Partner, Mohit Saraf was invited to deliver a keynote address on the topic “Legal Tides & Currents: Navigating the next decade” at the BW Global Legal Summit and Legal Leader Awards 2023. Mr. Saraf’s address was very well received by the attendees, comprising of eminent legal luminaries.…

We are pleased to share that Saraf and Partners’ 4 deals have been recognised as the “Winning Deals of the Year 2022” published by India Business Law Journal. These deals are some of the pathbreaking deals of 2022 and have been recognised not only for their size (value) but also for the uniqueness and complexity involved from…

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.

Watch the Firm’s Founder and Managing Partner, Mohit Saraf in candid conversation in the latest episode of “Soulful Conversation with Bithika Anand” by Bar & Bench.   https://youtu.be/mTMCeUNRawQ : https://lnkd.in/dqX9KHmY

International Women’s Day celebrations at Saraf and Partners, where we truly believe Empowered women, glow differently.

 We are thrilled to announce the esteemed presence of honorable Sh. N. V. Ramana, Chief Justice of India (Retd.), at the Symposium on on Wednesday, 15th February at the Firm’s Delhi (NCR) Office. Justice Ramana graced the Symposium as a “Chief Guest” and address the audience with his Inaugural Remarks. Dr. Abhishek Singhvi, a…

Medanta’s INR 2,206 crore IPO is the largest ever in the hospital space in India till date. The shares of Medanta debuted at a premium of 20% over their issue price. We would like to congratulate Dr Naresh Trehan and the Medanta team, The Carlyle Group, and all the parties involved for the successful listing.…

We are delighted to announce that Saraf and Partners has been recognised as The Best Law Firms to work for in India, 2022, in the 51-250 professionals category.  We have also been recognised for our Culture, Firm Leadership, Rewards & Recognition and Women (diversity & equality). This is indeed a proud moment for the Firm and for each one of us,…

We are extremely delighted to announce that our Firm’s Founder & Managing Partner, Mr. Mohit Saraf has received the ‘Hindu College Distinguished Alumni Award-2022’ for Excellence in Legal Affairs from the Hon’ble Justice S. Ravindra Bhat, Supreme Court Judge. Justice Manoj Kumar Ohri and Justice Jasmeet Singh were also facilitated in the ceremony for excellence…

Saraf and Partners, a premier full service Indian law Firm, completed its first year of establishment on 18 July 2022. On this day, the Firm came together to celebrate its first anniversary (S&P Day) – a journey of awakening, inclusivity and legal excellence. In the last year, the Firm has grown rapidly and has earned…

Saraf and Partners celebrates its first anniversary on July 18, 2022.

Saraf and Partners, a premier full-service Indian law firm, has moved to an 18,000-square feet office at One International Centre in Lower Parel, Mumbai on 6 July 2022. This brand-new office space is much larger than the previous one, to accommodate the Firm strength in Mumbai which has doubled in nearly a year. Mr. Mohit…

Our Senior Associate, Ganesh Varma was invited to conduct a knowledge session on “Navigating the Emerging Legal and Regulatory Landscape of Internet Governance” at the National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU) (Institute of National Importance), Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India.  The discussions during the session involved the challenging trade-offs in internet regulation, mapping different focus areas of…

  Asian Legal Business India Law Awards, 2022 We are pleased to announce that Saraf and Partners has won the ‘Debt Market Deal of the Year (Premium)’ Award at the coveted, Asian Legal Business India Law Awards, 2022 held on June 10th. This award was for ‘Adani Electricity GMTN Programme’ where the Firm acted as Indian Legal counsel for Adani Electricity Mumbai…

We are delighted to announce that the Firm, Saraf and Partners outshined the BW Legal Global Leaders Award 2021 by winning two major awards of the evening – the Firm was awarded ‘National Law Firm of the Year’ and our Firm’s Founder & Managing Partner, Mr. Mohit Saraf was facilitated with ‘Managing Partner of the Year’ award. The prestigious award function…

Our Firm’s Banking & Finance Partner, Abir Lal Dey and Senior Associate, Aroop Das were invited to conduct an interactive session with penultimate law students to discuss the basics of banking and finance and the laws involved in the practice in a session titled, ‘Decoding the Law behind Banking and Finance sector‘ organised by Cochin Institute Of International arbitration (CIIA) and the Law…

Partner, Vaibhav Kakkar was invited to participate in a panel discussion titled, ‘Navigating the Crypto Ecosystem in 2022’ at the BW Legal World Conclave 2022 where India’s top Legal Luminaries will discuss Laws & Trends to watch for in 2022, organised on January 29, 2022.

Firm’s Founder & Managing Partner, Mohit Saraf was invited to deliver the key-note speech on ‘Building a Law Firm of the Future’ at the BW Legal World Conclave 2022 where India’s top Legal Luminaries will discuss Laws & Trends to watch for in 2022, organised on January 29, 2022.

We are proud to announce that Saraf and Partners’ advisory, Adani Transmission Ltd (ATL) wins the Asia-Pacific Indian Deal of the Year award by Project Finance International (PFI). The PFI Awards is one of the most prestigious global project finance reporting and recognises market-leading transactions annually. S&P team was led by Partner, Rohit Raghavan.

“Firm held its first physical Partner’s Meet at its New Delhi office, The Leela Palace Hotel, Chanakyapuri. The focus of the meeting was to strengthen client relationships as they are the foremost brand ambassadors of the Firm, while prioritizing attention on new businesses and hiring of key practice area leaders. The Partners further deliberated, work-life…

Diwali Puja across all offices and celebrations at Firm’s Founder & Managing Partner, Mr. Mohit Saraf’s residence, with Partners, their spouses and Associates [vc_gallery type=”image_grid” images=”929,930,931,932,933,934,941,940,939,938,937,936,935,942,943,944,945,946,947,948″ img_size=”medium” el_class=”media-img-gallery”]

Partner, Vaibhav Kakkar is invited to share his insights on ‘Decoding India’s Aspirational Cryptocurrency Law’ at a webinar organised by BW Legal World orgnised on December 11 at 12pm.

Firm’s Founder & Managing Partner, Mohit Saraf is invited to deliver the keynote address at Global Law Schools’ Summit titled, ‘The Present and Future of Global Legal Education’ being organised by O.P. Jindal Global University on December 1, 2021 at IST 04.15pm.

“Our Firm’s Founder and Managing Partner, Mohit Saraf was invited to conduct a workshop for High Court 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 Academy (NJA), Bhopal on…

Partner, Vaibhav Kakkar was invited to participate in the panel discussion titled ‘The Evolving legal landscape of Fantasy sports in India’ at India’s first and only Fantasy Sports virtual conference, Game Plan 2021, organised by Federation of Indian Fantasy Sports (FIFS) on August 25, 2021.

“Our Firm’s Corporate M&A and Regulatory Partner, Vaibhav Kakkar was invited to join a panel discussion titled, ‘Esports: To regulate, or not to regulate’ at the India Gaming Summit season 2 organised by The Financial Express and Brandwagon on August 13, 2021. Other panelist included, Dibyojyoti Mainak, SVP Legal and Policy MPL; Rahul Bhattacharya, Co-founder…