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Customs, DGFT and Section 28AAA: A clarification that creates confusion

The article discusses recent CBIC Instruction No. 17/2026-Cus., which permits Customs adjudication under Section 28AAA in certain circumstances without prior DGFT invalidation of licences or scrips.

Rohan Muralidharan+104 Nov 2026

Customs All Industries

Judicial clarity on interest deferment under MOOWR: A review of Rajasthan HC decision in Commissioner v. Acme Aklera Power Technology

The article examines the Rajasthan High Court’s recent decision on interest demands for unused goods imported under MOOWR and cleared ‘as such’. It explains that Section 61(2) of the Customs Act, 1962 applies only to goods under Section 61(1)(c), not qualifying manufacturing goods under clauses (a) and (b).

Ratan Jain+104 Nov 2026

Securities Law All Industries

Manager’s/Sponsor’s obligation to maintain minimum continuing interest – Obstacles to compliance with SEBI’s requirements

In the months of July, August and October, SEBI passed a few settlement orders with respect to alleged violations of SEBI regulations relating to the obligation of the Manager or the Sponsor of the AIF. The article reviews one of such settlement orders passed by SEBI and discusses the various obstacles faced by AIFs and their Managers and Sponsors in complying with SEBI’s regulations for a minimum commitment by the Sponsor or the Manager of an AIF.

Vinod Joseph+330 Oct 2026

General Corporate All Industries

IFSCA imposes certification requirements to enhance cyber security

The article discusses the IFSCA circular which was issued on 27 October 2026 to impose certification requirements to strengthen cyber security framework. These guidelines require boards and senior management to have adequate cyber risk knowledge and mandated regular employee training.

Vinod Joseph+230 Oct 2026

General Corporate Financial Services

SEZ Rules amended to ease regulatory burden for funds in GIFT-IFSC

The article discusses the Special Economic Zones (Fourth Amendment) Rules, 2026 which has been notified by Ministry of Commerce and Industry to ease regulatory burden of funds. The changes made by the Amendment Rules are relevant for funds and Fund Management Entities (‘FME’) established in an International Financial Services Centre (‘IFSC’).

Vinod Joseph+127 Oct 2026

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