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Rupee Borrowings by Resident Individuals from NRIs/OCIs: Recent Amendments

Fema / RBI : The 2026 FEMA amendment removes uncertainty surrounding INR borrowings by resident individuals from NRIs and OCI relatives. The RB...

May 6, 2026 774 Views 0 comment Print

External Commercial Borrowing (ECB): A Strategic Gateway to Global Capital

Fema / RBI : Explains how ECBs allow Indian entities to borrow abroad while ensuring compliance with RBI rules. Key takeaway: growth is enabled...

May 1, 2026 435 Views 0 comment Print

3 Compliance Traps Every Indian Founder Must Avoid When Expanding Business Overseas

Fema / RBI : Expanding overseas is easier under new rules, but compliance risks remain. Missing filings or structuring errors can trigger penal...

April 27, 2026 477 Views 2 comments Print

International Trade Settlement in Indian Rupees (INR) – RBI FAQs

Fema / RBI : The issue concerns alternative settlement mechanisms for international trade. The framework allows INR-based transactions with fle...

April 17, 2026 5325 Views 0 comment Print

GST Refund Risk Arises as ECGC Insurance Settlement Not Equivalent to Export Proceeds 

Goods and Services Tax : ECGC payouts in INR do not qualify as export proceeds under GST and FEMA laws. Exporters must secure AD bank write-offs to avoid r...

April 16, 2026 687 Views 0 comment Print


Latest News


ED Seized Indian Assets for Unauthorised Property Investments in Dubai

Corporate Law : Authorities found Dubai property acquisitions by Indian residents routed through hawala, leading to action for violations of FEMA ...

February 5, 2026 1575 Views 0 comment Print

BCAS Feedback on Draft ECB Regulations 2025

Fema / RBI : BCAS submits comments on RBI’s draft External Commercial Borrowings (ECB) regulations, seeking clarity on eligibility, KYC norms...

October 31, 2025 783 Views 0 comment Print

BCAS Representation on Draft Import/Export Regulations under FEMA

Fema / RBI : BCAS provides feedback on draft FEMA trade regulations, flags concerns over AD bank powers, seeks clarity and consistency....

May 5, 2025 1209 Views 0 comment Print

FEMA Regulations Amended for Forex Violation Settlement

Fema / RBI : New FEMA rules allow settlement of foreign exchange violations with penalties up to ₹5 crore. Pending cases will follow earlier ...

February 6, 2025 957 Views 0 comment Print

FEMA Regulations Amended: Compounding Violations Up to ₹5 Crore

Fema / RBI : The Government amended FEMA regulations, enabling resolution of violations up to ₹5 crore by paying fines. Ongoing cases follow ...

November 28, 2024 909 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Judiciary


Demonetized Cash Treated as Benami Property as Funds Were Routed Through Third-Party Account

Corporate Law : The Appellate Tribunal under SAFEMA held that routing demonetized cash through another person’s bank account constituted a benam...

May 22, 2026 156 Views 0 comment Print

Shell Companies as Front: Tribunal Upholds Benami Attachment of 143 Properties in ₹75 Cr Layering Case

Fema / RBI : The issue was whether properties purchased using company funds could escape benami classification. The Tribunal held that unexplai...

April 20, 2026 351 Views 0 comment Print

No Retrospective Laundering: Tribunal Quashes Bulk PMLA Attachments, Retains Only Rs 25 Cr as Proceeds of Crime

Fema / RBI : The Tribunal ruled that transactions predating the alleged crime cannot be treated as proceeds of crime without a clear link. It s...

April 20, 2026 207 Views 0 comment Print

Equivalent Value Doctrine Affirmed: Tribunal Upholds Attachment Even for Pre-Offence Properties under PMLA

Fema / RBI : The issue was whether properties unconnected to crime could be attached under PMLA. The Tribunal held that equivalent value assets...

April 20, 2026 273 Views 0 comment Print

Benami Web Exposed: Tribunal Upholds Attachments in Rs 80+ Cr Layered Accommodation Entry Case

Fema / RBI : The Tribunal ruled that taxation of income does not negate its use in benami transactions. Even disclosed or assessed income can f...

April 20, 2026 264 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Notifications


RBI Relaxes Approval Norms for Non-Bank Entities Facilitating Outward Remittances Through AD Banks

Fema / RBI : RBI has withdrawn the requirement for prior approval of tie-ups between AD banks and non-bank remittance platforms. The new framew...

May 14, 2026 264 Views 0 comment Print

Issuance of Foreign Exchange Management (Authorised Persons) Regulations, 2026

Fema / RBI : RBI has notified Foreign Exchange Management (Authorised Persons) Regulations, 2026 to streamline authorisation norms under FEMA. ...

May 7, 2026 633 Views 0 comment Print

Foreign Exchange Management (Authorised Persons) Regulations, 2026

Fema / RBI : RBI notified the Foreign Exchange Management (Authorised Persons) Regulations, 2026 introducing revised eligibility, compliance, a...

May 6, 2026 1701 Views 0 comment Print

Foreign Exchange Management (Non-debt Instruments) (Second Amendment) Rules, 2026

Fema / RBI : The issue involved foreign investment limits in the insurance sector under FEMA regulations. The amendment allows up to 100% FDI u...

May 4, 2026 2298 Views 0 comment Print

Foreign Exchange Management (Non-debt Instruments) (Amendment) Rules, 2026

Fema / RBI : The issue involved foreign investment from countries sharing land borders with India. The amendment mandates Government approval f...

May 1, 2026 2430 Views 0 comment Print


FEMA Guidelines for Indian Startups: FDI, ECB, Remittances & Compliance

April 28, 2024 5724 Views 0 comment Print

The Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA) lays out the rules for investments in Indian startups and for transactions involving foreign exchange. Guidelines for external commercial borrowings (ECB), trade-related remittances, foreign direct investment (FDI), and reporting compliance are all included in this. 1. Foreign Direct Investment, or FDI 1. FDI is the term used to describe […]

RBI Circular: Limits for investment in debt & sale of Credit Default Swaps by FPIs

April 26, 2024 1608 Views 0 comment Print

Get insights on RBI Circular 03/2024 detailing FPI investment limits for 2024-25 and guidelines for Credit Default Swaps. Stay informed with the latest regulations.

Unauthorised Forex Trading Alert: RBI Circular

April 24, 2024 1464 Views 0 comment Print

RBI cautions against unauthorised forex trading, urges vigilance among banks. Learn about the circular, regulations, and measures to prevent misuse.

Foreign Exchange Management (Mode of Payment and Reporting of Non-Debt Instruments) (Amendment) Regulations, 2024

April 19, 2024 1854 Views 0 comment Print

Stay updated with RBI’s latest amendments to Foreign Exchange Management regulations in 2024. Learn about mode of payment, reporting, and more.

Foreign Exchange Management (Foreign Currency Accounts by a person resident in India) (Amendment) Regulations, 2024

April 19, 2024 1314 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the latest RBI notification on Foreign Exchange Management Act amendment, allowing foreign currency accounts by Indian residents.

Foreign Exchange Management (Non-debt Instruments) (Third Amendment) Rules, 2024

April 16, 2024 4080 Views 0 comment Print

Understand the implications of the Foreign Exchange Management (Non-debt Instruments) (Third Amendment) Rules, 2024. Learn about changes in the space sector and more.

Hedging of Gold Price Risk in Overseas Markets

April 15, 2024 1278 Views 0 comment Print

Learn about RBI’s latest circular permitting resident entities to hedge gold price risk using OTC derivatives in IFSC, enhancing flexibility for risk management.

The IFSCA Banking Handbook General Directions- V 5.0 (GEN)

April 5, 2024 2691 Views 0 comment Print

Understand the legal framework, regulations, and licensing requirements outlined in the IFSCA Banking Handbook General Directions Version 5.0.

Regulatory Updates: March 2024 – Company, SEBI, RBI & Insolvency Law

April 1, 2024 1821 Views 0 comment Print

Stay informed about the latest regulatory changes in India affecting corporates. Learn about updates from SEBI, RBI, and more in our comprehensive analysis of March 2024.

A Regulatory Conundrum on Dual Treatment of Foreign-Owned or Controlled Companies under FEMA, 1999

March 11, 2024 9567 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the complexities of treating Foreign-Owned or Controlled Companies (FOCC) in Indian downstream investments under FEMA. Analysis of pricing, reporting gaps, and more.

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