Author: CS Prashant Kumar

Prashant Kumar is a qualified Company Secretary with over 13 years of experience in corporate law, compliance, governance, and advisory services. He has worked with startups, SMEs, and established businesses across diverse industries, guiding them on company law matters, regulatory compliance, intellectual property, and business structuring. Passionate about simplifying complex legal and compliance processes, Prashant shares practical insights to help entrepreneurs and businesses grow with confidence and clarity.
GO GLOBAL SERIESSINGAPORE EXPANSION SERIES — FOR INDIAN BUSINESSES

FEMA Compliance for Overseas Investments: The Hidden Legal Risks Indian Founders Overlook

CS Prashant Kumar

Indian founders frequently set up companies abroad but unknowingly violate FEMA when funding them through fintech platforms like Wise or Payoneer. This article explains the hidden legal risks, RBI rules, and the correct ODI/LRS process for overseas investment — and how to regularise past mistakes. A must-read for anyone incorporating in Singapore, Dubai, or Delaware and building cross-border structures from India.

GO GLOBAL SERIESSINGAPORE EXPANSION SERIES — FOR INDIAN BUSINESSES

How to Open a Company in Singapore from India (2025 Legal + RBI Guide)

CS Prashant Kumar

Singapore has become the preferred global base for Indian founders, but incorporation alone isn’t enough. This guide explains how to open a Singapore company from India with full FEMA and RBI compliance, timelines, bank setup, visa options, and the common mistakes founders make when using fintech transfers. A practical, 2025-ready roadmap for building a legally sound international structure.

SINGAPORE EXPANSION SERIES — FOR INDIAN BUSINESSES

Singapore Holding Company Strategy for Indian Startups (Funding, Tax, and IP Advantages)

CS Prashant Kumar

Singapore has become a preferred base for Indian startups to raise global capital, protect IP, and reduce tax exposure. A Singapore holding company enables foreign fundraising, IP ownership outside India, and compliant FDI into India. This guide explains structuring, RBI filings, tax rules, and how to avoid round-tripping risks.

IPRDESIGNS

Design Registration in India – Process, Benefits, and Legal Framework under the Designs Act, 2000

CS Prashant Kumar

Design registration in India protects the visual appearance of products — shape, pattern, or configuration — under the Designs Act, 2000. This article explains the full registration process, fees, rights, duration, and legal remedies for infringement. It also includes examples, renewal timelines, and FAQs tailored for startups, manufacturers, and innovators. Written by Prashant Kumar, Partner at Eclectic Legal, it offers practical insights on how to protect your product’s look and brand identity through proper design registration and enforcement in India.

FEMA & FDI REGULATIONSDOING BUSINESS IN INDIATAXATION

How to Repatriate Profits from India Without Triggering Tax Scrutiny (Dividend vs Buyback vs Royalty)

CS Prashant Kumar

Repatriating profits from India involves more than tax planning — it requires precise compliance under FEMA, RBI, and the Income Tax Act. This guide explains how foreign investors can legally transfer profits through dividends, buybacks, or royalties while avoiding regulatory and tax scrutiny.

FEMA & FDI REGULATIONSCORPORATE TAX PLANNINGDOING BUSINESS IN INDIAINTERNATIONAL TAXATION

Taxation of Foreign Investment in India: How FDI Is Taxed Under FEMA, Income Tax, and DTAA

CS Prashant Kumar

Foreign investment in India involves more than just capital inflow. It brings complex tax and regulatory implications under FEMA, the Income Tax Act, and DTAAs. This guide explains how FDI is structured, taxed, and repatriated — and how investors can stay fully compliant and tax-efficient.