Corporate Law : Convertible notes and iSAFE both defer valuation but operate under different legal frameworks in India. The article explains their...
Finance : Startup valuation depends on business potential, governance, compliance, and investor confidence rather than financial metrics alo...
Corporate Law : ESOPs can create significant wealth, but many employees struggle with taxation, limited liquidity, and unrealistic expectations. T...
Finance : A practical guide on common mistakes that lead to rejection of subsidy claims in India, covering planning, compliance, documentati...
Corporate Law : This guide explains who can apply for SISFS and the financial support offered. It highlights that early-stage startups receive fun...
Corporate Law : The issue concerned operationalising a ₹10,000 crore startup fund. It was established that routing investments through AIFs ensu...
Corporate Law : The initiative marks ten years of nurturing startups across sectors and regions. The focus has shifted from rapid expansion to sus...
Corporate Law : The Ministry of Corporate Affairs details new initiatives, including digital forms and a Central Registration Centre, to simplify ...
Income Tax : DPIIT approves 187 startups for income tax exemption under Section 80-IAC. Eligibility extended for startups incorporated till Apr...
Corporate Law : As of June 2024, India recognizes 1.4 lakh startups, with 67,499 having at least one woman director, supported by various governme...
Income Tax : The ITAT Pune held that Section 80-IAC does not require startups to complete three years before claiming the deduction. It directe...
Income Tax : ITAT Mumbai held that a start-up company incurring cost for branding of the company and other relevant expenditure which creates p...
Income Tax : In the case of HCL Technologies BPO Services Ltd vs. ACIT, ITAT has held that for transfer pricing only amount retained by associa...
Company Law : ROC Pune penalized a start-up company and its officers for delayed filing of e-Form MGT-14 relating to a Special Resolution under ...
Corporate Law : The issue concerned operationalising a ₹10,000 crore startup fund. It was established that routing investments through AIFs ensu...
Corporate Law : The government approved a major fund to enhance startup funding through AIFs. The scheme aims to strengthen innovation, especially...
Corporate Law : The 2026 notification revises the definition of startups, expanding eligibility to more entities while setting turnover and time l...
Company Law : A company was penalised for filing an incomplete and incorrect INC-22 for change of registered office. Startup status helped secur...
According to the startup statistics India stands second highest number of startups which seems to be increasing day by day. Given that it becomes necessary to make sure they are following the necessary legal obligations. Not complying with laws can negatively affect the company as the damages can be huge and it also impacts the […]
The aim of the initiative is to foster entrepreneurship on the ground. The activities/programs conducted by the above states in association with Startup India consist of diverse programs, launch of key initiatives, inaugural of startup summits, and launch of startup policies, etc. The programs under the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav Week will have a long-lasting impact on the entire startup ecosystem of India.
The fact that almost 65% of the country’s population comprises of young age particularly under age of 35 years is reason that our country has gain status of young nations in the world. Although it is true that the more the working eligibile population , the more the unemployment problems are, but if are to name one sector that is immensely contributing to resolve such issues, is the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises sector
The Chicago Method is also known as the Venture capital method. It is a valuation approach for businesses and is used by Private Equity and Venture Capital Investors. The Chicago method merges the elements of the Discounted Cash Flow and a Multiple-based valuation. Developed by and named after the First Chicago bank, the Chicago method of valuation was initially discussed […]
In continuation of the previous article where the eligibility of Startup was discussed, in this article we shall discuss the Taxation & other benefits available to start-ups. Under the taxation benefits, following benefits shall be available to start-ups: I. Deduction Under Section 80-IAC of The Income Tax Act, 1961 (‘Act) II. Angel tax Incentive III. […]
According to Section 2(40) of the companies act, 2013, startup means (i) A private company registered under companies act, 2013 or any previous act (ii) Recognized as a startup in accordance with the Department of Industrial Policy and promotions (DIPP). In order to accelerate the spreading of the startup movement in India, the Government had […]
I. Introduction What qualifies as a “Start-up” under the Start-up India Scheme? An entity shall be eligible to apply for Start-up Registration if: 1. It is incorporated as a Pvt Ltd Company or registered partnership firm or LLP. 2. Up to ten years from the date of its incorporation/registration 3. Turnover for any of the […]
The Startup should be incorporated as a private limited company or registered as a partnership firm or a limited liability partnership. Turnover should be less than INR 100 Crores in any of the previous financial years since incorporation.
A lot of Startups are emerging in India. So, it is important for them to know which form and structure of entity is the best for them. If you want to enjoy both the features of a partnership firm and a company, you should think of Limited Liability Partnership (LLP). LLP for Startups in India […]
In this article, we shall discuss the registration applicable on Startups & its eligibility criteria. Further, we shall also discuss the details & documents required for Startup registration under Department for Promotion of Industry & Internal trade (‘DPIIT’). BRIEF ON DPIIT STARTUP INDIA RECOGNITION The Government of India under its flagship programme “Startup India” introduced […]
