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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


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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


Are only companies obliged to file Foreign Liabilities & Assets (FLA) Returns?

September 14, 2023 1272 Views 0 comment Print

Discover which entities, including companies, LLPs, and more, are required to file FLA returns with RBI, and learn about exceptions to this filing requirement.

Overseas Direct Investment: FEMA Compliance Rules for Indian Entities

September 10, 2023 15225 Views 0 comment Print

Navigating Overseas Direct Investment (ODI) in India? Understand the FEMA regulations that apply, including NOC requirements, Form FC, Annual Performance Reports, and penalties.

Overseas Direct Investment (ODI) and Establishment of Branch Abroad

September 9, 2023 15306 Views 0 comment Print

Explore Overseas Direct Investment (ODI) guidelines by the Reserve Bank of India, covering eligibility, prohibited sectors, investment limits, reporting requirements, and penalties for non-compliance. Learn about ODI for Indian parties and resident individuals, with insights into FEMA regulations. Additionally, understand the establishment of branches abroad, eligibility criteria, remittance of funds, conditions, and reporting requirements. Stay informed about prohibited sectors, application processes, and compliance for seamless overseas business expansion.

FEMA from the Auditor’s Perspective

September 4, 2023 4764 Views 0 comment Print

From an auditor’s perspective, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is a federal agency in the United States responsible for coordinating disaster response and providing financial assistance to state and local governments, as well as individuals and businesses, during and after natural or man-made disasters.

Regulatory Updates: August 2023 | Company, SEBI, RBI & Insolvency Law

September 2, 2023 1773 Views 0 comment Print

Stay informed about the latest regulatory changes in Company Law, Securities Law, RBI, and Insolvency Law that took place in August 2023.

Process for Issue of NCD on Private Placement basis by A Listed Company

August 25, 2023 49158 Views 1 comment Print

Discover the seamless process for A Listed Company issuing Non-Convertible Debentures (NCD) on a private placement basis. Learn about eligibility, regulatory compliance, and step-by-step allotment procedures.

Overseas Investment Rules 2022: Resident Individuals and Indian Entities

August 20, 2023 15261 Views 0 comment Print

Understand regulations for making overseas investments by resident individuals and Indian entities in foreign parent companies, subsidiaries, and step-down subsidiaries. Get insights into the conditions, limitations, and compliance requirements under the Foreign Exchange Management (Overseas Investment) Rules, 2022.

Regulatory Overlaps in Administration of FEMA Laws

August 8, 2023 2415 Views 0 comment Print

The Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA) was enacted in 1999 by the Parliament to facilitate external trade payments and regulate foreign exchange transactions. It replaced the FERA Act of 1973 as a part of India’s financial sector reform.

Understanding FEMA Regulations for NRIs & Residents Lending

August 5, 2023 21207 Views 1 comment Print

A detailed overview of FEMA guidelines governing borrowing and lending between NRIs/OCIs and Indian residents. Be informed and avoid legal pitfalls.

Regulatory Updates: July 2023 | Company, SEBI, RBI & Insolvency Law

August 5, 2023 1383 Views 0 comment Print

Review latest SEBI regulations & amendments in July 2023, along with recent securities and insolvency case laws, and key updates in company law.

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