Events & Engagements

Speaking at NRI Nivesh's Seminar, Antwerp — Will & Inheritance for NRIs We were proud to bring our partnership with NRI Nivesh to the heart of Europe, as our Partner, Mr. Bharat D Sarawgee , addressed the NRI community on October 4, 2025, at the elegant Hilton Antwerp, Belgium — for a thoughtful and comprehensive session on Will & Inheritance planning for Non-Resident Indians . About the Session The NRI community across Europe carries a unique financial profile — with deep personal and economic ties to India, while simultaneously navigating the legal and financial systems of their countries of residence. In this context, succession planning for Indian assets becomes not just a matter of legal necessity but of genuine family protection. An unplanned estate, an absent Will, or a misunderstood inheritance structure can expose families to prolonged disputes, regulatory delays, and significant financial loss — across two jurisdictions simultaneously. This session was crafted t...

Fireside Chat with Sandeep Jain — Indian Equity Investment for NRIs We were delighted to be part of an intimate and insightful evening organised by NRI Nivesh on August 29, 2025, at the distinguished Royal Calcutta Golf Club (RCGC), Kolkata — where our Partner, Mr. Bharat D Sarawgee , joined Mr. Sandeep Jain for a candid and wide-ranging Fireside Chat on Indian Equity Investment . About the Session : The fireside chat format brought something refreshingly different to the table — in place of a structured presentation, the evening unfolded as an open, free-flowing conversation between two seasoned professionals, offering the audience a rare window into the thinking, insights, and perspectives that typically stay within advisory rooms. With Indian equity markets continuing to attract significant NRI interest — driven by India's growth story, evolving regulatory frameworks, and increasing ease of cross-border investment — the timing of this conversation could not have been more rel...

Speaking at NRI Nivesh's Seminar, Kuala Lumpur — Will & Inheritance for NRIs We were pleased to bring our ongoing collaboration with NRI Nivesh to Malaysia, as our Partner, Mr. Bharat D Sarawgee , addressed the NRI community on July 26, 2025, at the prestigious Le Méridien, Kuala Lumpur — for an important and engaging session on Will & Inheritance planning for Non-Resident Indians . About the Session For NRIs settled across Southeast Asia, India remains a central part of their financial identity — through property, investments, family businesses, and generational wealth. Yet the legal and financial architecture needed to protect and transfer that wealth is one that far too many NRIs leave unaddressed. A missing or poorly drafted Will, an unclear inheritance structure, or an unfamiliarity with Indian succession laws can expose families to years of legal uncertainty, unnecessary tax liabilities, and painful disputes — all of which are entirely avoidable with the right plann...

Speaking at NRI Nivesh's Seminar, Nairobi — Property Sale & Income Tax for NRIs We were delighted to extend our association with NRI Nivesh to the vibrant NRI community in East Africa, as our Partner, Mr. Bharat D Sarawgee , took the stage on June 21, 2025, at the iconic Oshwal Bhawan, Nairobi — for a focused and practical session on Property Sale & Income Tax transactions for Non-Resident Indians . About the Session : The NRI community in Nairobi has deep roots and strong financial ties to India — with property ownership and investment back home forming a significant part of their wealth portfolio. Yet when it comes to selling that property and understanding the tax and compliance obligations that follow, many NRIs find themselves navigating unfamiliar and often complex terrain. This session was designed to address precisely that — providing attendees with clear, end-to-end guidanc...

Speaking at NRI Nivesh's Seminar, Singapore — Will & Inheritance for NRIs We were honoured to continue our association with NRI Nivesh on May 11, 2025, at Novotel Singapore — with our Partner, Mr. Bharat D Sarawgee , taking the floor for a deeply important session on Will & Inheritance planning for Non-Resident Indians — a subject that is critical to every NRI's long-term financial and family security. About the Session For NRIs holding assets in India — whether property, investments, bank accounts, or business interests — the absence of a clear, legally sound succession plan can leave families exposed to prolonged disputes, regulatory hurdles, and avoidable tax burdens at the most difficult of times. Yet succession planning continues to be one of the most deferred conversations in personal finance. This session was designed to change that — by bringing both clarity and urgency to Will drafting and inheritance planning for NRIs with Indian assets. Mr. Sarawgee guided...

Speaking at NRI Nivesh's Seminar Series — Jakarta, Indonesia 8–9 March 2025 · BDS & CO Our partner Bharat D Sarawgee was privileged to address two back-to-back knowledge sessions organised by NRI Nivesh in Jakarta, Indonesia — marking the beginning of what has since grown into a meaningful global outreach partnership. Session 1 — 8th March 2025 Income Tax Bill 2025: An NRI Perspective In association with ICAI Jakarta Chapter With the Income Tax Bill 2025 bringing sweeping changes to India's direct tax framework, this session was designed to deliver clarity on what the overhaul means specifically for NRIs — covering residency determination, income classification, cross-border transactions, and compliance obligations. Bharat unpacked the legislative complexity with his characteristic precision, making the subject accessible and actionable for every attendee in the room. Session 2 — 9th March 2025 Will & Inheritance Planning for NRIs In association with JITO Jakarta ...