India: Shareholders

The March 2026 edition of Fox & Mandal's newsletter examines the amendments to Press Note 3; RBI’s framework to protect consumers against digital fraud; reclassification of mutual funds; permissibility of selective capital reduction; Draft National Electricity Policy, 2026; NHAI’s framework to fast-track dispute resolution; liability of landowners on default by the developer; and other changes in India's corporate, capital markets, infrastructure, and banking sectors.

The Supreme Court of India delivered a landmark judgment on March 10, 2026, in Pannalal Bhansali v. Bharti Telecom Limited & Ors...

Choosing the right business structure is a crucial decision for solo founders in India. The debate around OPC vs Private Limited Company often arises when entrepreneurs seek limited liability, legal recognition...

Directorial liability is a critical pillar of corporate governance. Directors play a pivotal role in steering an organisation and are bound by responsibilities arising from statutory provisions, constitutional documents, and board mandates.

In February 2026, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) issued draft amendment directions to the RBI (Non-Banking Financial Companies – Registration, Exemptions and Framework for Scale Based Regulation) Directions...

Entrepreneurs entering the Indian market must carefully evaluate the legal structure of their business before starting operations.

Traditionally, the buy‑back of shares has been perceived as a mechanism for distributing surplus cash to shareholders, often viewed as an alternative to dividend distribution.

The year 2025 witnessed a landmark development in the Indian banking ecosystem with the successful completion of the acquisition of 24% in Yes Bank Limited ("Yes Bank")...

While promoters may find the new tax rates less attractive than the pre-2024 era, the retail and institutional investor community will likely welcome the lower, more transparent capital gains rates...