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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 765 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 471 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 5322 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 675 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 954 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 84 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 240 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 627 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 1692 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 2289 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 2409 Views 0 comment Print


India Goes Global: Decoding Leap Rules & Listing Opportunities Abroad

January 29, 2024 2535 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the game-changing Companies (Listing of Equity Shares in Permissible Jurisdictions) Rules, 2024, paving the way for Indian firms to access global capital seamlessly. Learn about eligibility, regulations, and compliance.

Foreign Exchange Risks: Impact, Fluctuations and Solutions

January 28, 2024 1503 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the risks associated with foreign exchange in international business. Learn about currency fluctuations, impact on transactions, and discover case studies on companies affected.

India’s Food Processing Industry and Foreign Investments

January 25, 2024 1557 Views 0 comment Print

Explore India’s booming food processing sector highlighted by PM Narendra Modi, witnessing ₹50,000 crore FDI in 9 years, significant export growth, and revamped FDI policies propelling it to a $535 billion industry by 2025-26.

Indian Government’s Historic Move: Direct Listing on GIFT IFSC

January 24, 2024 1224 Views 0 comment Print

Ministry of Finance announces groundbreaking policy allowing Indian companies to list on GIFT IFSC, unlocking global capital, boosting foreign investment, and reshaping the capital market landscape.

Branch Office and Liaison Office Setup in India: Guidelines and Procedures

January 12, 2024 3603 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the regulations and guidelines for setting up a Branch Office or Liaison Office in India. Learn about the application process, permissible activities, and compliance requirements

Dynamics of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI): A Comprehensive Guide

January 12, 2024 2541 Views 0 comment Print

Explore intricacies of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) – its definition, methods, benefits, types, and a focused look at FDI in India. Get insights on regulations, FAQs, and more.

SEBI Circular: Revised Foreign Investment Rules for Alternative Investment Funds

January 11, 2024 1404 Views 0 comment Print

Stay informed about the latest SEBI circular on foreign investment in Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs). Learn about amended rules, thresholds, and compliance for AIFs in India.

RBI Shifts LRS Return Reporting: XBRL to CIMS – Changes and Compliance

January 8, 2024 3891 Views 0 comment Print

RBI shifts LRS return reporting from XBRL to CIMS, streamlining financial reporting. Circular effective from Dec 26, 2023. Compliance insights and changes for AD Category-I Banks

ED’s Inaction on Seized Assets Violates Income Tax Act Section 132B & FEMA Section 37(3)

January 6, 2024 1431 Views 0 comment Print

Directorate of Enforcement cannot sit over the seized assets, and the failure to release them is a violation of Section 132B of the Income Tax Act, 1961, applicable under Section 37(3) of FEMA, 1999. Harish Forex Services Pvt. Limited Vs Assistant Director Of Enforcement (Rajasthan High Court)

RBI Circular: Revised Directions for Forex Transactions/Hedging of foreign exchange risk

January 5, 2024 6561 Views 0 comment Print

Explore RBI circular (2023-24) on risk management and inter-bank dealings, providing updated guidelines for forex transactions, effective April 5, 2024.

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