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Chennai, also known as Madras, is a bustling city located on the east coast of India. It is the capital of the state of Tamil Nadu and is known for its rich cultural heritage, beautiful beaches, and delicious South Indian cuisine. The city has a thriving economy and is home to many industries such as automobile manufacturing, information technology, and textiles. Chennai is also a hub for education and research, with many prestigious universities and research institutions located in the city.

Chennai is a popular destination for business and tourism alike. The city has a well-developed infrastructure and is well-connected to other parts of India and the world through air, rail, and road networks. The Port of Chennai is one of the busiest in India, making it an important hub for trade and commerce. Chennai's strategic location, coupled with its skilled workforce and business-friendly policies, makes it an attractive destination for companies looking to invest in India.

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Thought Paper on Maritime and Insolvency Laws

April 8, 2024

India: Raghav Mittal, Senior Associate , who works with Abhishek Sharma, Partner, Dentons Link Legal under the guidance of Mr. Sumant Batra (President, Insolvency Law Academy) and Dr. M.S. Sahoo (former Chairperson, Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India and Chair of ILA Standing Committee on UNIDROIT) has authored a thought paper to explain the co-relation between Maritime and Insolvency Law. The paper is titled 'Thought Paper on Maritime and Insolvency Laws' and has been published by the Insolvency Law Academy.

The GCP: Key challenges and way forward

April 5, 2024

India: India presented its five nectar elements (Panchamrit) of climate action at the 26th UN Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP) held in Glasgow, which was a step towards achieving India’s long-term goal of net zero emissions by 2070. As part of a “non-quantified goal”, the concept of Lifestyle for the Environment (LiFE) was introduced by the prime minister. Read the full article "The GCP: Key challenges and way forward" authored by our Associate Partner Abhijit Mukherjee published by India Business Law Journal.

Regulatory Compliance Newsletter | April 2024

April 3, 2024

India: This April newsletter covers categories of updates relating to labour, environment and industry related laws. Conditions for employing women workers during night shift in a factory in Haryana; increase of rate of contribution under the Maharashtra Labour Welfare Fund Act, 1953 and manufacture of carry bags and commodities permitted to be made from compostable or biodegradable plastics subject to mandatory marking and labelling, are some of the major updates covered in this newsletter.

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