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February 2026 Compliance Calendar for Startups, Businesses & Founders in India Sync with Google Calendar Sync with Apple Calendar Plan your February filings in one place. Figures and forms are mapped for monthly GST filers, QRMP taxpayers, TDS deductors, PF and ESI registrants. Use this single-page tracker to plan all…

DOWNLOAD PDF Overview of AIFs in India Alternative Investment Funds, often abbreviated as AIFs, have become a buzzword among sophisticated investors, especially High Net Worth Individuals (HNIs).  As of February 2026, there are 1,768 registered AIFs in India1. This domain has witnessed remarkable growth, underscored by an almost 110% surge…

A Strategic Blueprint for Data Sovereignty, AI Utility, and Global Tech Leadership Overview: Why Budget 2026 Is a Structural Inflection Point Union Budget 2026–27 signals a decisive strategic pivot: India is moving from being a consumer and services executor of global digital technologies to becoming a producer, owner, and exporter…

What are the proposed LLP Act 2008 tweaks for AIFs? Proposed amendments to the LLP Act, 2008 signal a policy push to allow more Alternative Investment Funds to operate through LLP vehicles instead of trusts. The objective is to simplify compliance, clarify liability frameworks and make Indian fund structures more…

Introduction: Transition to the New Income-tax Regime 2025–2026 India is entering a decisive phase of direct tax reform with the Income-tax Act, 2025 scheduled to come into force from 1 April 2026. To operationalize the new Act, the Central Board of Direct Taxes has issued the Draft Income-tax Rules, 2026…

The regulatory landscape for private limited and public unlisted companies in India has undergone a seismic shift with the introduction of mandatory dematerialization. This transition, spearheaded by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA), aims to modernize the corporate framework by eliminating physical share certificates in favor of a secure, transparent,…

Introduction: Set Up a WOS in India Setting up a wholly owned subsidiary in India has emerged as the most preferred market-entry strategy for foreign companies seeking long-term presence, operational control, and regulatory flexibility. A wholly owned subsidiary (WOS) is an Indian company in which 100% of the share capital…

Why Register a Foreign Company in India? Overview of India’s Business Environment In 2026, India presents a highly dynamic and lucrative business environment for foreign companies. With a rapidly growing economy, diverse consumer base, and increasing digital infrastructure, the country is one of the top destinations for international business expansion….

A Strategic, Legal & Operational Guide for Founders, Family Offices and Institutions (2026) India has recently undertaken a significant reform in its succession framework by removing the requirement of compulsory probate rule for certain categories of wills. Previously, in metropolitan jurisdictions such as Mumbai, Kolkata, and Chennai, beneficiaries could not…

DOWNLOAD PDF India has introduced a historic regulatory change with the new labour law in India 2025. For the first time since Independence, 29 separate labour legislations have been consolidated into four unified Labour Codes, transforming how organisations manage employment, wages, social security, and workplace safety.This represents a paradigm shift…

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…

In a significant move set to bolster the International Financial Services Centre (IFSC) ecosystem, the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has issued Notification No. 67/2025 on June 20, 2025. This notification, effective from July 1, 2025, exempts certain payments made by mainland entities to eligible units in GIFT City…