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...
Eligible Indian startups can get 100% income tax exemption for 3 years under Section 80-IAC. Learn eligibility, DPIIT recognition, and application process.
Learn essential business licensing and compliance requirements for startups and private companies in India to avoid penalties and ensure legal operations.
Founders of Start-ups allowed to retain share-based benefits, What is allowed and what is not allowed In a significant move aimed at fostering the growth of India’s startup ecosystem and aligning the interests of founders with their companies, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), vide its board meeting outcome on June 18, 2025, […]
Startups often grow rapidly, but documentation and compliance don’t always keep up. As a result, during due diligence—whether for funding, acquisition, or compliance checks—several issues routinely surface. These problems are usually avoidable but continue to persist due to lack of formal systems in place.
Explore the advantages of Private Limited Companies for startups in India, including limited liability, funding access, and tax benefits, along with key registration considerations.
Indian startups can claim 100% income tax exemption for three consecutive years within their first decade. Learn about DPIIT recognition, eligibility, application process, and additional benefits for early-stage growth.
To facilitate ease of fundraising and to promote entrepreneurship, the Government has introduced specific exemptions for DPIIT-recognised startups from the rigors of Section 56(2) (viib). This article explains the significance of this exemption and why it is crucial for startups in India.
DPIIT approves 187 startups for income tax exemption under Section 80-IAC. Eligibility extended for startups incorporated till April 2030.
Learn the difference between pre-money and post-money startup valuation, crucial for fundraising, and explore common methods like DCF and Comparable Transactions.
India notifies Credit Guarantee Scheme for Startups (CGSS) to provide collateral-free debt guarantees to eligible startups via Member Institutions. Details eligibility, fees, and claim process.
