In this issue
Online applications for design registration open
Applicants, stakeholders and the public who wish to register a design can choose to complete the registration online, the Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trademarks said in a public notice
NSWS spurs ease of doing business
A December 2022 review by Commerce and Industries Minister Piyush Goyal has found the National Single Window System (NSWS) portal was gaining traction, and that 48,000 approvals were granted since its soft launch the previous year, in 2021
Intermediaries accountable for laundering, terrorism financing
SEBI has issued a circular stating that intermediaries – including brokers, mutual funds and portfolio managers – can be held accountable for any fraudulent activities committed by their clients
The big squeeze
Should India tighten its grip over international technology companies, or will this approach backfire and cause them to reconsider growth plans in India?
Man on a mission
Lalit Bhasin talks to IBLJ about completing 60 years in law, leading many associations, retirement and more
In-house Counsel Awards 2022
IBLJ recognises the most commended general counsel, their in-house teams and the splendid work done by them
Future Legal Leaders 2023
50 young and dynamic lawyers poised for great success and the common traits that define them

























