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Groww paid $159.4 million (Rs. 1,340 crore) in US federal exit taxes to reverse-flip from a Delaware C-Corporation to an Indian holding structure before its IPO. Indian investment platform Groww moved its parent entity from Delaware, USA, back to India. The business was operationally profitable throughout, generating Rs. 545 crore…

Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in India has entered one of its most consequential phases. With gross FDI inflows reaching US$81.04 billion in FY 2024-25, a 14% jump from the previous year, and the first half of FY 2025-26 already registering US$50.36 billion (a 16% year-on-year increase), the data tells a…

April 2026 Compliance Calendar for Startups, Businesses & Founders in India Sync with Google Calendar Sync with Apple Calendar Plan your April filings in one place. Figures and forms are mapped for monthly GST filers, TDS deductors, PF and ESI registrants, and businesses navigating the newly enforced Labour Codes. Use…

Effective 1 April 2026, the Income Tax Act, 2025 replaces the Income Tax Act, 1961 and the Income Tax Rules, 1962. Before you panic or celebrate, here is the honest headline: this is largely a restatement, not a reinvention. Tax rates, deductions, and core principles are unchanged. What has changed…

India is no longer a market to “watch.” For global SaaS and tech companies, it has crossed the threshold from opportunity to strategic necessity. The country now represents the world’s most consequential emerging digital economy, a market where enterprise buyers are writing serious cheques, where engineering talent is abundant and…

Introduced in Lok Sabha on 18 March 2026 by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, the Corporate Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026 is one of the most comprehensive overhauls of Indian corporate law in recent years. With 107 clauses amending the Companies Act, 2013 and the LLP Act, 2008, this Bill touches everything…

India’s startup ecosystem has entered a golden era  and equity compensation sits at the heart of it. Whether you are a first-time founder figuring out how to build your ESOP pool, an HR leader benchmarking your company’s equity offering against peers, or an employee who just received a stock option…

Why 9 in 10 listed companies are family-controlled  and why fewer than 2 in 3 have a plan to stay that way. A framework-first guide for founders, promoters, and second-generation leaders navigating ownership, governance, and generational transition. 9 in 10Indian listed companies are family-owned or controlled63%of family businesses have any…

India’s wealth is no longer just stored in family businesses and fixed deposits. By 2026, over 300 family offices will manage more than $30 billion across India  and the number is rising fast. This guide cuts through the noise: what a family office actually does, how to set one up…

What is Angel Tax? The angel tax, introduced by Section 56(2)(viib) of the Income Tax Act, 1961, applies to unlisted companies (startups whose shares are not publicly traded) that receive funding exceeding the Fair Market Value (FMV) determined by the government. This excess investment is considered “income from other sources”…

India’s Cabinet approved an amendment to Press Note 3 (PN3) of 2020 in March 2026, and it is generating significant attention across the investment and startup community. Headlines have rushed to label it a sweeping FDI liberalisation. The reality is considerably more targeted. This report breaks down exactly what changed,…

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) recently announced a major overhaul to the regulatory framework for Angel Funds under the Alternative Investment Funds (AIF) Regulations, 2012. This new framework, introduced in 2025, aims to enhance transparency, improve operational clarity, and encourage investor participation. In this article, we’ll explore…

In a significant move to invigorate India’s startup ecosystem, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), during its board meeting on June 19, 2025, approved substantial changes to the Angel Fund Framework. These revisions are designed to unlock more capital for early-stage companies while simultaneously ensuring enhanced investor suitability…

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has officially unveiled revised certification requirements for key investment personnel of Alternative Investment Fund (AIF) managers. This crucial update, detailed in SEBI circular F. No. SEBI/LAD-NRO/GN/2025/249 dated June 25, 2025, aims to enhance professional standards and ensure a higher level of expertise…

In a significant stride towards enhancing the appeal and accessibility of India’s International Financial Services Centre (IFSC) at GIFT City, the International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA) has approved a groundbreaking “Platform Play” model for Fund Management Entities (FMEs). This pivotal decision was made during the 24th IFSCA Authority Meeting…