Step-by-Step Procedure of Dematerialization of Shares
August 25, 2026 · Nikita Bhatia
A step-by-step look at how dematerialization of shares actually works, from opening a demat account with a Depository Participant to submitting the DRF, plus the real costs, timelines, and who's actually required to do it.
Company Registration in India: How to Choose the Right Business Structure
August 24, 2026 · Nikita Bhatia
A Chartered Accountant compares every way to register a business in India, private limited, LLP, OPC, partnership, and sole proprietorship, with real 2026 costs, timelines, and links to the full process for each.
Statutory Audit vs Tax Audit: What's the Real Difference (and Do You Need Both)?
August 23, 2026 · Nikita Bhatia
A practicing CA explains the real difference between statutory audit and tax audit in India, including the Section 44AB turnover threshold most guides get wrong, and why many companies legally need both audits in the same year.
What Is Dematerialization of Shares? A Complete Guide
August 20, 2026 · Nikita Bhatia
Dematerialization converts physical share certificates into electronic entries held with NSDL or CDSL through a Depository Participant. Here's what it means, why SEBI phased out paper certificates, and how the demat system actually works.
Compulsory Demat of Shares for Private Companies: Rule 9B Explained
August 19, 2026 · Nikita Bhatia
A practical breakdown of MCA's Rule 9B: which private companies must dematerialise their shares, the current small-company exemption thresholds, the compliance deadline, and what to do if you're still not compliant.
UK Company vs Indian Subsidiary
August 18, 2026 · Nikita B
Among the many choices that UK firms have to make in order to get into the Indian market, choosing the right legal framework could be considered among the first things they should do. There are two main options for the firm in doing business through either the company currently existing in the UK or setting up an Indian subsidiary of the UK company.
How UK Directors Can Manage an Indian Company Remotely
August 16, 2026 · Nikita B
A UK company founder or director doesn’t have to move to India to run a company there. With the use of online banking, digital documents, video meetings, and the MCA's system for filing documents over…
UK Startup Expanding to India: What Should You Outsource Locally?
August 14, 2026 · Nikita B
For a UK founder, the opportunity to enter India can provide access to a large customer base, talent, and competitive costs to operate a business. However, just because a founder enters a new country…
UK Company Expanding to India: Legal and Compliance Checklist
August 11, 2026 · Nikita B
Now that India is a prime target for businesses outside of the UK, several factors will give your company the edge. India boasts a large consumer population, an expanding digital economy, and more…
Company Registration in India for Foreigners: A Complete Guide for UK Entrepreneurs
August 8, 2026 · Nikita B
India offers overseas entrepreneurs the chance to tap into one of the world’s fastest-growing-markets- and for UK entrepreneurs, India offers numerous opportunities, whether your interests lie in…