The Mineral Laws (Amendments) Ordinance – Key Changes
The mining industry has historically been one of the more heavily regulated industries in India, with a strong legal and regulatory structure governing the same. With a view to leverage this market and to ensure continuity in mining operations, the Mineral Laws (Amendment) Ordinance, 2020 (the “Ordinance”) was promulgated on January 10, 2020.
Private Funds Update – SEBI introduces new requirements for AIFs
On February 5, 2020, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (“SEBI”) issued a circular (“Circular”) introducing significant changes to the existing legal regime concerning alternative investment funds (“AIFs”). AIFs are privately-pooled investment funds which collect funds from investors, whether Indian or foreign, for investing in accordance with a defined investment policy for the benefit …
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SELF-REPORTING A PERSONAL DATA BREACH – AN OBLIGATION UNDER THE PERSONAL DATA PROTECTION BILL 2019
Imagine for a moment that traffic rules required every motorist and pedestrian to self-report any violation of traffic rules. If you violate any traffic rule, you have to inform the traffic police by filing an online report within 12 (twelve) hours of the violation. After you report, you will receive a suitable punishment, which could …
Blockchain Technology – A Review
A blockchain, as its name suggests, is a virtual chain made of blocks, where each block contains information.