Introduction On 4th of February, 2025, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (“SEBI”) issued a circular (“Circular”) to update its framework on “Algorithmic Trading”. Since 2012, SEBI has required algos deployed by the stockbrokers to be registered with the stock exchanges. After brokers started providing access to APIs, retail investors started deploying their own… Continue reading REGULATING ALGO PROVIDERS: SEBI’S NORMS ON ALGORITHMIC TRADING
INTRODUCTION Over the past few years, there has been a global shift in the attitude towards healthcare. A large number of people are focused on maintaining a specific body image and weight. This focus has been fueled by factors such as growing awareness about obesity, wellness, and self-care on social media. Consequently, many people have… Continue reading Regulations Surrounding Weight Loss Supplements in India
The Legal500, the world’s largest directory for law firms and lawyers, has (once again) ranked Spice Route Legal as amongst the best across 10 categories in their 2025 guide for the India region Our Data Protection, Life Sciences & Healthcare, and Technology, Media & Telecommunications (TMT) practices have achieved Tier 1 rankings, reflecting our expertise… Continue reading The Legal500 Rankings, 2025
Spice Route Legal has successfully advised Equirus on its 100% acquisition of Credence Family Office, a leading Bangalore-based multi-family office. This strategic acquisition facilitates an exit for TIW Private Equity from Credence and significantly strengthens Equirus’ wealth management capabilities. Credence Family Office specialises in wealth management, tax planning, estate planning, business advisory, and concierge services,… Continue reading Spice Route Legal Advises Equirus on 100% Acquisition of Credence Family Office
Spice Route Legal is pleased to announce the first cohort of startups selected for EnRoute, its cutting-edge incubator programme designed to empower innovative early-stage ventures. Following a rigorous evaluation of a stellar pool of applications, these seven startups have been chosen for their potential to drive meaningful change in their respective domains. Khageshvara Aviation Technology… Continue reading Spice Route Legal Unveils the First Cohort of Startups for EnRoute Incubator
Spice Route Legal is pleased to have assisted Foundamental, a leading European investment fund with a focus on prop-tech and sustainability, on its participation in Infra.Market’s Series F fundraising round at a valuation of approximately USD 2.79 billion. Infra.Market, a leading technology-driven construction solutions provider based in India, has established itself as a pioneer in… Continue reading Foundamental Backs Infra.Market in USD 125 Million Series F Fundraise
BANKING AND TECHNOLOGY: TECH-FRIENDLY REGULATION IS IN! ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE The Reserve Bank of India (“RBI”) announced the formation of a committee to develop a framework for the responsible and ethical use of artificial intelligence (“AI”) in the financial sector. The committee will propose a governance framework to ensure the responsible and ethical implementation of AI… Continue reading REGULATORY ROUND-UP – 2024
The Draft Digital Personal Data Protection Rules, 2025 were released in the first week of January. It reflects a renewed political will that the DPDPA be implemented as soon as possible. These rules are not cast in stone yet – but reflect regulatory intent and provide a clear blue print for institution of a compliance… Continue reading Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Rules, 2025
INTRODUCTION Food Safety and Standards (Licensing and Registration of Food Businesses) Regulations, 2011 (“Licensing and Registration Regulations”) mandate obtaining a license or registration for the food business operators to commence their business1. Earlier, the regulations required licenses to be granted within 60 days2 of application and registration within 7 days3 of application. However, to facilitate… Continue reading Tatkal Issuance of FSSAI Registration and License
We are delighted to share that Chambers and Partners has ranked 7 of our practice areas and awarded us 11 individual rankings in their 2025 guides. The following practices have been recognised among the best in India: 1. Fintech 2. Corporate and M&A: Highly Regarded 3. Intellectual Property 4. TMT: Technology and Telecommunications 5. Lifesciences… Continue reading Chambers and Partners Asia Pacific Rankings, 2025
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