COMPANY FORMATION: BASICS

December 4, 2019

Meaning of a Company A company, abbreviated as co., is a legal entity made up of an association of people, be they natural, legal, or a mixture of both, for carrying on a commercial or industrial enterprise. Company members share a common purpose, and unite to focus their various talents and organize their collectively available […]


Basic difference between trademark, copyright and patent

November 19, 2019

Intellectual property is a vast and complex term. Many a time people are confused or have incorrectly used the terms used in intellectual property law. They have spoken of “copyrighting” an idea or even “patenting” a book! To understand these terms, it is essential to know what is Intellectual Property and what all does it […]


Company Registration for NRIs and Foreign Nationals in India

November 19, 2019

Private Limited Company is considered to be the most ideal form of business for NRIs, foreign nationals and for foreign entities who want to set up business in India. According to FEMA guidelines, Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) is not allowed in other types of businesses like Proprietorship, Partnership Firm and One Person Company. Though investment […]


New definition of Startup

November 19, 2019

Startup India is a flagship initiative of the Government of India, intended to build a strong eco-system for nurturing innovation and Startups in the country that will drive sustainable economic growth and generate large scale employment opportunities. The Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion (DIPP), the nodal body for Startup India, taking into account the […]


One Person Company (OPC) vs Proprietorship

November 19, 2019

Although the terms “proprietorship” and “one person company” give the same idea of Business being run and managed by one owner but there are major differences between the two. Proprietorship is a very common and traditional form of business in India. Because of its simple features, it is widely adopted by people to set up […]


How to register Startup in India

November 19, 2019

Start-up India is a flagship initiative of the Government of India, intended to build a strong eco-system for nurturing innovation and Start-ups in the country that will drive sustainable economic growth and generate large scale employment opportunities. This articles explains how to register Startup in India. A startup is a new or existing business, usually […]


Foreign Directors in Indian Company

November 19, 2019

Any public limited or private company needs to have a board of directors constituted for the purpose of managing the day-to-day affairs of the Company. The reason for the existence of the board of directors is that there needs to be a body that is above the management and which can be accountable to the […]


Limited Liability Partnership (LLP) vs Partnership

November 19, 2019

Selection of the correct form of business entity is the most important decision taken by an entrepreneur. To make choices simpler and assist you in taking a well informed decision, here is a basic comparison chart of Limited Liability Partnership (LLP) vs Partnership Limited Liability Partnership – A corporate form of Partnership Limited Liability Partnership […]


Authorized Capital and Paid Up Capital

November 19, 2019

One of the most important decisions while registering a new company is deciding the Capital of the Company.  For taking an informed decision regarding the capital of the company, one should understand two basic concepts relating to capital i.e.  Authorized Capital and Paid Up Capital. The following points of differentiation will give us a better understanding of the […]


How to close a private limited company

November 19, 2019

Know about Private Limited Company. Click Here! We come across various instances when small businesses are not able to sustain in this highly competitive era and prefer to get closed down, rather than running on losses. Many a times, startups prefer closing down a Company when the founder’s drop their business idea in view of […]


How to convert Proprietorship to a Private Limited Company

November 18, 2019

Many small business owners start out as sole proprietors of their firms. Sole proprietorship is the most common and simplest form of business structure. This form of business has its own advantages: easy formation, limited paperwork, small capital requirement, and minimum compliance requirements. As the business starts spreading its roots, the next logical move would […]


Government announces company incorporation with zero fees

November 18, 2019

With a new set of rules that simplify the process of company incorporation, the government aims to make it easier to do business in India. Here’s a look at the revised process.   On the eve of 69th Republic Day, the Government of India has taken another massive step to make it easier to do business […]


Certificate of Commencement of Business

November 18, 2019

The Companies (Amendment) Ordinance 2018 has reintroduced the concept of Certificate of Commencement of Business with effect from 2 November 2018. Under the new Ordinance, no company will be entitled to commence its operations or exercise any borrowing powers unless it has filed within 180 days from its Incorporation a “declaration” stating: That the Subscribers […]


Foreign Company Registration in India | Wholly Owned Subsidiary Incorporation

November 18, 2019

India is among the fastest growing economies of the world with plenty of business opportunities which make it a preferred destination for investment form NRIs, Foreign Nationals and Foreign Companies. There are many ways by which foreign investment can be done in India. One of the most successful and sought after ways is Incorporation of Foreign […]


Mandatory Compliances for a Private Limited Company in India

November 18, 2019

Although Private Limited Company is the most popular form of starting a business, there are various compliances which are required to be followed once your business is incorporated. Managing the day to day operations of your business along with complying the corporate laws can be little taxing for any entrepreneur. Hence, it is essential to […]


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