Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 : India
Ranked Individuals
Provided by Axiom5
Axiom5 is a boutique law practice that provides advice and thought leadership on competition law and policy issues in India. Named after Euclid's 5th axiom, "the whole is greater than the part," Axiom5 epitomises an unwavering commitment to approaching antitrust issues as part of a broader regulatory paradigm that includes issues of governance, market dynamics, and economic policy.
Axiom5 lawyers have received high praise for their exceptional ability to analyze antitrust issues thoughtfully, strategically and always with the aim to find solutions that help our clients navigate the evolving Indian competition law landscape. We offer our clients holistic and meticulously tailored competition law advice, ensuring that they receive valuable strategic solutions. We are focused on the details that make the difference, while not losing sight of the big picture.
Our team of fourteen fee earners consist of 10 experienced antitrust attorneys, complemented by a senior advisor, a policy lead and two of-counsels. Together, we provide advice and representation on a wide range of competition law and policy matters, encompassing litigation and enforcement, merger control, counselling and compliance, as well as competition policy and advocacy. You’ll find members of our team located across Delhi, Gurgaon, Mumbai, and Bengaluru and this approach allows us to foster a dynamic, tech-led, and collaborative work environment.
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Axiom5 is a competition law boutique with a well-respected team of lawyers based in New Delhi. The firm provides advice and guidance on Indian competition law, including CCI investigations into abuse of dominance and bid rigging. It advises an array of clients, including within the technology, automotive, and media and entertainment sectors.
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Axiom5 acted for Google regarding the allegations made by WinZo that Google's Real-Money Gambling, Games and Contest Policy and Google's limited, short-term pilot programme in India for daily fantasy sports and Rummy apps are unfair, abusive and results in denial of market access for WinZo.
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Axiom were very experienced in various industries. They had a good grasp of the business and were very agile.
The team's combination of deep technical expertise and strategic acumen enables it to effectively synthesise complex issues into a clear, big-picture direction for clients.
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Samir Gandhi is based in Delhi. He is highly respected for his handling of abuse of dominance investigations and leniency applications for high profile global clients.
Samir is one of the best competition lawyers in India. What sets him apart is his approach to problems; his solutions are always geared towards what will be effective for the client.
Samir continues to set the standard for excellence in antitrust practice.
Rahul Rai is highly respected for advising on the full spectrum of competition law matters and adeptly handles both investigations and merger control issues, as well as compliance advice.
Rahul is very service-minded and pleasant to work with. He is also very knowledgeable.
Rahul is a very seasoned competition lawyer, with a pulse on the industry.
Mohith Gauri is a senior associate at AZB & Partners. He assists well known clients on matters such as CCI investigations and filings.
Competition/Antitrust
Competition/Antitrust
Competition/Antitrust
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Rahul Rai
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Practice area: Competition/Antitrust
Location: India
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