Sansa Law Desk

Employee Stock Option Plans (ESOPs) have become the standard tool for Indian startups to attract and retain talent by offering employees a stake in the company's future growth. For founders structuring their first ESOP pool and employees evaluating stock option grants, understanding the legal framework and tax implications is critical to making informed decisions. The legal and tax landscape for ESOPs has seen significant changes in 2025 and 2026, including the abolition of a

Dark patterns are deceptive user interface designs that trick or manipulate consumers into making decisions they would not otherwise make, such as unknowingly subscribing to services, sharing personal data, or paying hidden charges. Recognising the growing threat these practices pose to online consumers, India's Department of Consumer Affairs notified the Guidelines for Prevention and Regulation of Dark Patterns in 2023, making India one of the few countries with dedicated da

Quick commerce, the delivery of goods within ten to thirty minutes through a network of dark stores and hyperlocal fulfilment centres, has transformed Indian retail. Platforms like Blinkit, Zepto, and Swiggy Instamart have created a market projected to exceed thirty billion dollars, but the regulatory framework governing this sector remains fragmented and evolving. For businesses operating in or entering the quick commerce space, understanding the applicable legal obligations