NSE BSE SOP for Merger and Demerger Approvals Explained Faster M&A Clearances Under NSE-BSE SOP – Will the Roadblocks Stay?  Executive Summary Overview of NSE BSE SOP for Merger and Demerger Approvals NSE & BSE’s new Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for mergers and demergers came into effect on 1 August, promising faster, fully digital processing. If documents are complete, review time is targeted at seven working days, compared to the previous 3–5 months. Physical paperwork […]

India AI Technology Compliance 2025: Market Trends, Policy Challenges & Business Opportunities Executive Summary / Key Highlights Sam Altman (OpenAI) and Sundar Pichai (Google) identify India as a priority AI market. AI adoption in India is expanding despite representing only ~3% of global tech giant revenues. Rare-earth supply chain challenges threaten India’s electronics and EV ambitions. India’s space-tech startups face a shortage of deep-tech engineering talent despite rising funding. DigiYatra emerges as a government-backed digital […]

Government e Marketplace (GeM) – ₹5.4 Trillion Opportunity for MSMEs, Startups & Regulated Entities in FY25 Executive Summary / Key Highlights of Government e Marketplace (GeM) Record GMV in FY25: Government e Marketplace (GeM) achieved ₹5.4 trillion in gross merchandise value, a 35% growth over FY24. Inclusive Access: Over 1.5 lakh women-led enterprises onboarded along with startups, MSEs, SHGs, artisans & persons with disabilities. Nationwide Procurement Channel: GeM connects sellers with Central & State governments, […]

Redefining Role of Independent Directors – SEBI’s Vision Executive Summary / Key Highlights – Redefining Role of Independent Directors SEBI Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey calls for a paradigm shift in how independent directors are appointed, perceived, and engaged in corporate governance. Emphasis on treating them as “stewards of accountability” rather than honorary advisors. Calls for freedom to dissent, deeper understanding of emerging risks like AI governance, cyber threats, and ESG disclosures. Advocates for continuous orientation […]

AU Small Finance Bank Universal Bank Transition Road to Status – RBI Approval, Compliance & Strategy Executive Summary / Key Highlights RBI Approval: AU Small Finance Bank (AU SFB) has received in-principle RBI approval to transition into a universal bank. Compliance Deadline: The bank must restructure within 18 months, creating a Non-Operating Financial Holding Company (NoFHC) and rebranding. Founder’s Plan: Sanjay Agarwal, MD & CEO, will focus entirely on the bank until retirement, with no […]