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Debt Debacle Diplomacy: India’s G20 Stance and Tackling Holdouts in Sri Lanka

September 21, 2023

[By Divya Upadhyay] The author is a student of National University of Advanced Legal Studies, Kochi.   Introduction In the wake of the upcoming 18th G20 Summit being hosted by India, debt relief is one of the most significant changes posed to be brought in through India’s presidency for the 2022 – 23 tenure. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has recently highlighted India’s commitment to address matters of sovereign...

Position of Revival of Company Petition under the Insolvency Bankruptcy Code

September 21, 2023

[By Akshita Grover] The author is a student of Jindal Global Law School.   INTRODUCTION The Insolvency Bankruptcy Code 2016 was essentially a product of India’s efforts about building a competitive stance in the Ease of Doing Business Index of the World Bank Group. The Code consolidates several pieces of insolvency procedures from different legislations to uniformalise the process of Corporate Insolvency Resolution Processes (CIRP). This process is...

The Analysis of Contradiction Between Penal Charges and Penal Interest with Respect to Borrowers

September 21, 2023

[By Yuvraj Sharma & Jatin Patil] The authors are students of School of Law, Narsee Monjee Institute of Management & Studies, Hyderabad.   Introduction On August 18, 2023, the Reserve Bank of India (“RBI”) has recently released fresh directives regarding the imposition of Penal interest rates on loan accounts. These guidelines will affect from January 1, 2024. According to these new guidelines, any penalties incurred by borrowers due...

Navigating the Efficacy of Post-Crisis Legal Reforms of The IL&FC Crises In India

September 21, 2023

[By Shraddha Tiwari & Tejaswini Kaushal] The authors are students of School of Law Christ University, Bangalore and Dr. Ram Manohar Lohiya National Law University, Lucknow.   Introduction Infrastructure Leasing & Financial Services Limited (“IL&FS”), a distinguished stalwart in infrastructure financing, boasted a legacy spanning over three decades. Functioning as a shadow bank, this non-banking financial company (“NBFC”) emulated the services provided by conventional commercial banks. With its...

Inverse ETFs Revisited: A Case for Regulatory Reassessment by SEBI

September 21, 2023

[By Hemant Tewari & Apoorva Singh Rathaur] The authors are students of Dharmashastra National Law University, Jabalpur.   Introduction Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) stand as mutual fund instruments affording access to an index or a collection of securities, trading on exchanges akin to individual stocks. Investors can seamlessly trade ETF units at prevailing market prices, enjoying exposure to distinct sectors, styles, asset categories, industries, or nations. ETFs offer...

India’s Differential Voting Right Structure- A Futile Attempt to Change Corporate Framework?

September 21, 2023

[By Shyam Gandhi] The author is a student of National Law University, Jodhpur.   INTRODUCTION The introduction of Differential voting rights (DVR) shares was initially facilitated by the Companies (Amendment) Act of 2000. In 2008, Tata Motors became the first business to issue DVR shares. Subsequently, in 2009, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) implemented a prohibition on the issuance of ‘Superior Voting Right’ shares due...

Exploring the Sony-Zee Merger: A Comprehensive Analysis

September 15, 2023

[By Jose S Jose] The author is a student of The National University of Advanced Legal Studies (NUALS), Kochi.   INTRODUCTION In a significant stride within the entertainment industry, NCLT (National Company Law Tribunal) Mumbai recently granted approval for the merger of Zee Entertainment Enterprises and Culver Max Entertainment, previously known as Sony Pictures Networks India. This transformative green light not only ushers in the possibility of a...

ESG in Lending Decisions. What is in it for Banks?

September 15, 2023

[By Dhanush Thonaparthi] The author is a student of NALSAR University of Law.   Introduction Economic Social and Governance (ESG) policy is a concept of growing relevance among business houses, replacing the more traditional Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) concept. It is reflected in the legislative and policy space of the government, with the most prominent example of this being the introduction of the Business Responsibility & Sustainability reporting...

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