Led by Gaurav Bhalla, the team at Ahlawat & Associates is skilled at advising clients on gaming, AI, fintech, regulatory compliance as well as media and entertainment law matters.

Acting for clients in the TMT and fintech space, the practice at Saraf and Partners, which is jointly led by founding partner Mohit Saraf and Vaibhav Kakkar, assists with investments, contractual arrangements, and regulatory matters concerning telecoms, IT, data privacy, payment and digital lending issues.

With extensive experience in the TMT sector, AZB & Partners represents domestic and global companies in a wide range of transactional and regulatory matters, covering AI, e-commerce, cybersecurity and all segments of the media segment. The practice is collectively led by four partners. Anil Kasturi, who acts for clients in the hospitality, media, pharmaceuticals, retail, real estate, and infrastructure sectors on a variety of TMT matters, with a notable focus on transactions, and Rachit Bahl, who advises clients on fintech, data privacy, and TMT issues, are based in New Delhi. Mumbai-based Roxanne Anderson has extensive experience in the media sector and also plays a key role in gaming matters, while Srinath Dasari in Bengaluru assists with venture capital, private equity and M&A deals and is also well-versed in IT and telecoms regulatory issues.

With strong transactional and regulatory capabilities, CMS INDUSLAW‘s wide-ranging TMT practice encompasses data privacy, fintech, healthtech, e-commerce, cloud computing and telecom regulatory compliance. New Delhi-based Avimukt Darr assists both domestic and international clients in investments, data protection, e-commerce and fintech matters, while Suneeth Katarki in Bengaluru is well-versed in domestic cross-border M&A, private equity and VC investments, and Namita Viswanath focuses on software, AI, and emerging technology law issues. Shreya Suri is also a key name to note in Delhi, and she specialises in legal and regulatory issues in relation to financial technology, IT, digital intermediaries, telecoms and gaming, while Naqeeb Ahmed Kazia advises a range of clients on outsourcing, licensing, and gaming law issues.

A market leader in the TMT space, Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas advises a wide variety of domestic and international clients on the full spectrum of sector-related matters, including big-ticket M&A, joint ventures and investment structuring in the media space, digital payments regulations, online gaming, data privacy, tech deals, and fintech issues. The practice is led by a quartet of partners: managing partner Cyril Shroff; Arun Prabhu; Anu Tiwari; and Aarushi Jain. Based out of Bangalore and Mumbai, Prabhu heads the technology practice and advises banking, insurance, healthcare, and internet clients on large-scale tech acquisitions and investments. Jain leads the media, education and gaming practice and advises clients on sponsorships, licensing and brand endorsements, while Tiwari acts for emerging tech companies in transactional and regulatory matters. The group was strengthed by the addition of Arya Tripathy from Priti Suri and Associates in September 2024; she is experienced in advisory and transactional mandates concerning IT and emerging technologies.

Ikigai Law is reputed for its depth of expertise in the TMT sector, covering the full spectrum of legal matters, including AI, cloud computing, data protection, gaming, fintech, healthtech and e-sports. The team is well positioned to assist with transactional, regulatory and policy matters. In New Delhi, Anirudh Rastogi has extensive experience in advising clients in the social media, gaming, and technology sectors on contractual, regulatory and policy issues. Aparajita Srivastava heads the fintech practice from the same office, advising on product development and design matters, while Nehaa Chaudhari is based in Bengaluru and focuses on advisory and public policy mandates, regularly working with technology giants, venture capital firms and innovative start-ups. In New Delhi, Sreenidhi Srinivasan leads the firm’s data practice; Aman Taneja focuses on online content and advertising regulations; and Rutuja Pol specialises in government affairs and policy work.

The TMT practice at Khaitan & Co. acts for a wide range of media and entertainment clients, including video-on-demand platforms, streaming apps, production houses and digital media companies, in transactional and advisory matters. The team’s work covers data protection, dispute resolution, licensing, policy development, and contractual issues. Its expertise extends to cybersecurity law, AI governance and compliance, gaming and digital payments, e-commerce regulation, intermediary liability, as well as submarine cable and satellite communications regulations. The practice is jointly led by New Delhi-based Harsh Walia, who leads the technology and communications team and is well versed in handling regulatory, transactional and commercial contracting in these segments; and Mumbai-based Tanu Banerjee, who leads the media and entertainment practice and has experience in sector-related M&A, content licensing and brand deals. Other key members of the team include Abhinav Chandan and Shobhit Chandra in New Delhi, who have in-depth knowledge of data protection matters. Ishan Johri is a seasoned media and entertainment lawyer in Mumbai.

Nishith Desai Associates maintains a strong position in the TMT market, advising clients on the gamut of matters, including e-commerce, gaming, AI, social media and fintech. The team is well equipped to handle a mix of transactional, regulatory, litigation, tax and policy advocacy mandates for its varied client base. A quartet of experienced partners lead the practice: New York-based Vaibhav Parikh; Bengaluru-based Huzefa Tavawalla; and Aaron Kamath in San Francisco. Parikh heads up the US TMT practice, and his experience expands to IP, corporate,securities law and private equity matters, while Tavawalla focuses on the fintech space and advises clients on e-lending and payment systems. Kamath maintains a broad practice, spannisng cybersecurity, data protection and tech transactions. Partners Gowree Gokhale and Tanisha Khanna have departed the firm.

Covering the entire scope of TMT matters, the team at Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co is engaged by a wide range of domestic and international clients, including large tech companies, major telecom businesses as well as media and entertainment players. The group is regularly retained to advise on digital media and content regulations, technology contracts, data protection matters, transactions, and public policy and government affairs mandates. Bengaluru-based Hemant Krishna maintains a varied TMT practice, advising clients on AI, data privacy, digital assets and fintech. Delhi-based Swati Agarwal has extensive experience in matters related to cybersecurity, content regulation and data protection, while Shashank Mishra focuses on telecoms and broadcast licensing, gaming law, and e-commerce. Varun Pathak is also a notable member of the team who handles contentious and advisory work. The group was strengthed by the arrival of Ranjana Adhikari  from CMS INDUSLAW in April 2025.

Spice Route Legal remains a leading firm in the TMT space, advising large conglomerates on the full spectrum of matters such as data protection, AI, fintech, edtech, and gaming. The group is skilled at handling large M&A deals, innovative regulatory matters and complex tech disputes. At the helm of the practice, Mathew Chacko has extensive experience in tech M&A deals, outsourcing and software transactions as well as blockchain matters. Ankita Hariramani has significant expertise in advising technology giants and fast-evolving digital platforms on regulatory and compliance matters, and digital market structuring, while recently promoted partner Aadya Misra focuses on healthtech, cybersecurity and AI mandates. Soumitra Ponkshe is another key member of the team with strong expertise in technology, media and IP.

One of the preeminent law firms in India for TMT, Trilegal is regularly turned to by global technology companies, telecom operators, digital service providers and investors seeking advice on the full range of TMT matters. Its broad service offering covers contractual, licensing, compliance, regulatory and policy matters. The group is collectively led by Bengaluru-based partners: Rahul Matthan, whose practice encompasses AI, cryptocurrencies, digital finance, e-commerce and tech transactions; Nikhil Narendran, who regularly advises tech and telecom companies on regulatory issues; Jyotsna Jayaram, who focuses on privacy, content liability, gaming, advertising, AI, media and telecoms matters; Jaideep Reddy, who specialises in disruptive technologies; and Jishnu Sanyal, who was promoted to partner in May 2025 and advises commercial contracting, regulatory and policy issues and corporate matters.

DSK Legal acts for a diverse client base comprised of leading technology and telecoms companies, content creators, emerging start-ups, and media players in a wide range of TMT matters. Data privacy, IP, tech transactions, regulatory compliance, policy issues, fintech, e-commerce platforms, cloud computing and telecoms disputes are all key areas of activity for the department. Noteworthy practitioners include media and entertainment specialist Chandrima Mitra; Rishi Anand, who spearheads the technology practice; corporate and M&A expert Nakul Batra, who is particularly active in the technology sector; and Chirag Jain, noted for his experience in transactional matters involving the tech and e-commerce spaces.

Technology companies, emerging start-ups, e-commerce enterprises, as well as creators, licensors and IT vendors regularly turn to JSA Advocates & Solicitors for its comprehensive TMT offering, which covers transactions, contracts, data protection and privacy, regulatory and compliance work, and dispute resolution. Sajai Singh spearheads the team and has maintains a broad practice encompassing M&A, joint ventures and strategic alliances in the sector. Tony Verghese focuses on corporate, licensing and M&A matters in the technology and telecoms sector, while TMT specialist Probir Roy Chowdhury regularly advises clients on data governance, emerging technology regulations, and digital commerce. Yajas Setlur is another notable member of the team, who is particularly active in the IT and telecoms sectors.

Domestic and global clients regularly engage Kochhar & Co. for assistance with a wide array of matters related to the TMT sector, such as regulatory and compliance issues, telecoms licensing, software development and reputation management. The group is co-led by experienced partners Rohit Kochhar, who specialises in media and entertainment law as well as regulatory matters; and Stephen Mathias, who chairs the Bengaluru technology practice and focuses on e-commerce, data privacy and licensing matters. Rajarshi Chakrabarti has significant experience advising media and technology clients on complex licensing and co-branding, commercial arrangements and content distribution, while Arun Babu advises clients on cybersecurity and emerging tech products.

Bringing together capabilities in corporate law, disputes, and IP, Naik Naik & Company has deep expertise in the media and entertainment sector, often attracting instructions from global media conglomerates, production houses, celebrities, broadcasters and music labels. The practice is led by Madhu Gadodia, who has a broad practice spanning media, gaming, technology, sports and data protection; media and entertainment specialist Ameet Naik; and Malabika Boruah, who advises a range of clients on various TMT matters. Sujoy Mukherjee is another key member of the team specialising in media litigation.

With a strong focus on emerging technologies, the TMT team at Samvad Partners is equipped to handle a variety of sector-related matters, including AI, data governance, digital lending, robotics, cryptocurrency and online content monetisation, among others. The department is jointly steered by Vineetha MG, who advises on transactions in the tech space as well as fintech and healthtech matters, and Nivedita Nivargi, who handles a broad range of technology mandates, including internet of things, cybersecurity, blockchain, software and content licensing and business partnerships. With a particular focus on fintech, Natasha Mahajan advises on regulatory and compliance issues, strategic alliances and software licensing, while Neela Badami focuses on media and fintech investments. Ashwini Vittalachar is another notable member of the team specialising in fintech, e-commerce, online gaming and consumer tech.

ALMT Legal is adept at handling entertainment and media matters, advising clients in the music, motion pictures, digital media, content creation and publishing industries. The practice group is jointly led by knowledgeable partners Statira Ranina, who is well known for advising on regulatory aspects of emerging technology and investments in the sector; and Souvik Paul Mazumdar, who assists media clients in litigation and drafting of agreements. Siddhi Ghatlia, who has in-depth knowledge of telecom laws and regulations, is another key name to note.

With Bollywood celebrities at the heart of its client base, the media team at Anand and Anand advises on IP-related matters in the sector, as well as piracy and personality rights. Pravin Anand leads the practice and is noted for his wealth of experience in IP matters. Other key members of the team include Dhruv Anand, who has notable experience in the media and entertainment sector, and Vaishali Mittal, whose expertise lies in IP litigation and AI matters.

Bharucha & Partners has a comprehensive TMT offering which covers emerging technology, artificial intelligence, blockchain, and cloud computing-relate matters. The group is well-versed in a variety of mandates, ranging from data protection, licensing, IP and regulatory compliance to transactions and litigation. The practice is under the joint leadership of Kaushik Moitra, who regularly advises telecom operators and technology innovators on regulatory matters, and Alka Bharucha. Karnika Vallabh has significant experience in a range of TMT-related regulatory, transactional and contentious mandates.

The TMT practice at Dentons Link Legal is particularly noted for handling complex M&A, compliance, regulatory and contentious matters in the technology, telecoms, broadcasting and digital infrastructure spaces. Managing partner Nusrat Hassan has significant experience in advising clients on disputes, investments and regulatory matters in the sector, while Sidhartha Srivastava focuses on dispute resolution and assists on cases in the telecoms sector, and Ambuj Sonal possesses in-depth knowledge of data privacy, technology, fintech, telecoms, gaming and AI matters. Prasad Dhande is another key contact in the team. The team also welcomed Avisha Gupta, who joined from Luthra and Luthra Law Offices India in August 2025.

Fox Mandal & Associates advises e-commerce, fintech, social media, cloud and internet companies on a range of TMT matters. A trio of practitioners leads the practice: Rajesh Vellakkat, whose expertise lies in IT, data privacy and securities law; Chennai-based Jeevanandham Rajagopal; and cybersecurity expert Saurabh Bindal.

Covering the full spectrum of TMT matters, the practice at Luthra and Luthra Law Offices India advises large telecom operators, technology conglomerates and software companies on regulatory issues and policy-making mandates. Vikash Kukreti has a particular focus in the telecoms space and regularly assists with regulatory compliance, licensing and commercial transactions.

Majmudar & Partners supports clients in a range of different TMT matters, including AI, e-commerce, crypto, tech M&A and fintech. At the helm of the practice, Akil Hirani is capable of handling IT regulatory, data protection, licensing and strategic IP matters.

S&R Associates' well-established client base includes Fortune 500 companies, telecom operators, and tower infrastructure providers. The team is capable of advising clients in fintech, content licensing, edtech and e-commerce matters, bring together expertise in M&A, joint ventures, regulatory compliance, data privacy, commercial contracts and IP issues. Rajat Sethi’s practice encompasses TMT-related investments and regulatory matters, while Venkatesh Vijayaraghavan focuses on transactional work.

The media and entertainment team at ANM Global Inc. is well equipped to advise film production companies, digital media firms, artists, and broadcasters on content licensing, regulatory compliance, and digital rights management. Anushree Rauta spearheads the practice and has expertise in piracy and entertainment law. Other notable names in the team include Nidhish Mehrotra, who has a diverse practice covering technology, IP and media; litigation specialist Shwetank Tripathi and media expert Anisha Shetty.

With a robust technology practice, Argus Partners advises clients on transactional, regulatory, corporate and contentious matters in the tech sector. Abhinav Bhalaik has a broad practice spanning M&A, private equity and securities law, while Ankit Guha focuses on technology and data privacy matters.

With a strong focus on the sports, gaming and entertainment sectors, boutique firm Krida Legal advises clients on data privacy and cybersecurity, media licensing, IP mandates, IT contracts, regulatory matters and dispute resolution. Vidushpat Singhania leads the firm’s TMT practice and has in-depth knowledge of gaming and betting laws, as well as significant expertise in broadcasting rights and governance matters. Nachiket Yagnik is particularly active in media disputes.

The TMT team at Obhan & Associates is well-versed in handling data protection issues, tech-related litigation, IP licensing, transactional work, and matters concerning publishing, broadcasting, entertainment and digital assets. The practice group is jointly led by Essenese Obhan, who specialises in litigation proceedings in the IP, media and entertainment space, and Ashima Obhan, who focuses on technology and IP licensing, as well as data protection and privacy matters.

Scriboard is home to an experienced TMT team which advises on data privacy, information technology law, regulatory compliance and digital brand management. The group is led by Rodney D Ryder, who specialises in technology, new media and IP laws, and Ravi Goyal, who focuses his practice on data breaches, cybercrime and intermediary liability matters.

The TMT practice group at Talwar Thakore & Associates handles corporate M&A transactions for clients in the technology, media and telecoms sectors. Gautam Saha has extensive expertise in cross-border M&A, investments and joint ventures in the tech space, and Sachin Mehta is noted for his experience in transactional and contractual work in the TMT sector, and regularly advises e-commerce, edtech, gaming, media and broadcasting companies.