Displaying data from January 2020 to December 2020
Covid-19 Updates 2022 Jan – Dec 2021
| Central / State | Document Title | Date Issued | Summary | Mandatory or Advisory | Industry(ies) Impacted | Valid Till |
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| Rajasthan | Rajasthan Govt. Issues Guidelines To Implement Surveillance, Containment And Caution Measures; Imposes Night Curfew From 8 Pm To 6 Am Within Urban Limits Of The District Headquarter Towns Of 13 Districts | 31-12-2020 | The Government of Rajasthan (Government) has issued guidelines to implement measures for surveillance, containment and caution, with effect since 1st January 2021 till 15th January 2021. Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), Government of India, had extended the surveillance, containment and caution Guidelines issued earlier on 25th November 2020 for the month of January, 2021. Taking into account the prevailing COVID outbreak scenario in the State, and the emergence of a new variant of the virus in the United Kingdom; the following measures have been prescribed to maintain caution and strict surveillance in the State of Rajasthan for the period between 1st January 2021 to 15th January 2021: 1. All activities have been permitted outside Containment Zones, except for the following: i. International air travel of passengers, as permitted by MHA; ii. Swimming pools, only for training of sportspersons; iii. Exhibition halls, only for business to business (B2B) purposes, subject to a maximum of 50 percent of hall capacity, with a ceiling of 100 persons; 2. Night curfew will be implemented from 8 pm to 6 am within the urban limits of the district headquarter towns of 13 districts namely, Kota, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Bikaner, Udaipur, Ajmer, Alwar, Bhilwara, Nagore, Pali, Tonk, Sikar and Ganganagar. a. Markets, work places and commercial complexes etc. shall remain closed during night curfew and time for closure shall be 7 pm in order to facilitate the staff and others to reach back home by 8 pm; b. The following will be exempted from the above-mentioned night curfew: i. Factory with a production of continuous nature; ii. Factories having night shift; iii. IT and IT companies; iv. Chemist shops; v. Offices related to essential emergency services; vi. Marriage related gathering; vii. Any workplace related to Medical services; viii. Passengers coming / going to bus stand, railway station and airport; ix. Movement of all trucks and other goods carrier vehicles and persons employed for loading and unloading goods and separate pass shall not be required for such purpose. 3. Attendance at work places: All work places (government/ autonomous / private offices etc.) located in municipal limits of the above 13 cities and having more than 100 employees; 75 percent of employees shall come to attend office while 25 percent shall continue to work from home only; 4. District Collectors and District magistrates may enforce social distancing in offices and consider implementing staggered office timings and other suitable measures with a view to reduce the number of employees attending office at the same time to ensure social distancing; 5. District Collectors and magistrates shall not impose local lockdowns outside Containment Zones without prior permission of the Government; 6. Lockdown to remain in force in the Containment Zones till 15th January, 2021. The list of Containment Zones will be notified on the websites by respective District Collector & District Magistrate. This list will also be shared with MoHFW. 7. Within the demarcated Containment Zones, strict containment measures, as prescribed by MoHFW, to be followed: a. Only essential activities shall be allowed inside Containment Zones; b. strict perimeter control to ensure that there is no movement of people in or out of these zones, except for medical emergencies and for maintaining supply of essential goods and services; c. intensive house-to-house surveillance to be carried out by surveillance teams as per prescribed protocol; d. listing of contacts to be carried out in respect of all persons found positive, along with their tracking, identification, quarantine and follow up of contacts for 14 days (80% of contacts to be traced in 72 hours); e. quick isolation of COVID-19 patient shall be ensured in treatment facilities / home (subject to fulfilling the home isolation guidelines); f. Clinical intervention, as prescribed, will be administered; g. Awareness shall be created in communities on COVID-19 Appropriate Behaviour; h. Local district, police and municipal authorities to ensure that Containment measures are strictly followed; i. Prohibitory Orders under Section 144 of CrPC will be issued by the concerned district authority. 8. Educational institutes shall remain closed for students and regular class activity till 15th January, 2021; however online distant learning to be permitted with 50 percent of teaching and non-teaching staff to be called to schools at the time for non-teaching 9. Cinema halls, theatres multiplexes and entertainment parks shall be closed till 15th January, 2021; 10. Social political and large congregations shall not be permitted till 15th January, 2021; 11. COVID appropriate behaviour: i. The following common safety directives have been detailed below: a. Wearing of face cover is mandatory at all places. b. Maintenance of social distancing is mandatory at all places; c. Spitting in public & work places is prohibited and punishable with fine. d. Consumption of liquor, paan, gutka, tobacco etc. in public place is prohibited and punishable with fine. e. All persons are advised to wash hands with soap & water/use sanitizer after touching any surface that is in public contact. ii. Following additional safety precautions have been prescribed for work places such as Offices, Establishments, Factories, Shops etc. a. Work From Home (WFH) is to be followed as far as possible. b. Staggering of work/business hours to be followed in offices, work places, shops, markets and industrial and commercial establishments; c. Screening & Hygiene: Provision for thermal scanning, hand wash and sanitizes will be made at all entry and exit points and common areas; d. Frequent sanitization of entire workplace, common facilities and all points which come into human contact eg. door handles etc. shall be ensured, including between shifts; e. Social Distancing: All persons in charge of work places shall ensure social distancing between workers and implement measures like adequate gaps between shifts, staggering the lunch breaks of staff etc. f. Intensive communication and training on good hygiene practices shall be taken up; g. In respect of shops, adequate physical distancing among customers to be ensured in the shops. Further, 'No Mask No Service' i.e. No sale shall be made by the shopkeeper to any customer who is not wearing a Face Mask. h. Employers to ensure on best effort basis that Aarogya Setu is installed by all employees having compatible mobile phones. i. Organization and Business entities with 50 or more employees are encouraged to avail the Aarogya Setu Open API Service (https://openapi.aarogyasetu.gov.in). Open API feature will facilitate organizations and employees to return to work in COVID- 19 risk free environment. 12. Vulnerable People (Persons aged 65 and above, Persons suffering from Chronic diseases/co-morbid conditions, Pregnant women and Children below 10 years) have been advised to stay at home and move out only for essential and health purposes. However, if they move out of home, it is essential for them to exercise utmost safety precautions as specified; 13. Movement of people / transport: i. There will be no restriction on inter-State and within State movement of persons and goods. No separate permission/approval/e-permit will be required for such movement; ii. All commercial passenger transport vehicles (bus, taxi, cab aggregators (OLAI Uber etc.) auto rickshaw, cycle rickshaw are also permitted to ply subject to ensuring proper sanitization of the seats and touch points before and after each journey and other safety precautions prescribed; iii. Public (City) Transport, Metro Rail will be allowed to operate as per SOP issued; iv. Passengers travelling in any vehicle (personal or commercial) shall not exceed the permitted seating capacity of the registered vehicle; v. Movement by passenger trains and domestic passengers air travel etc. will continue to be regulated by the SOPs issued by MHA, Government of India. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended document. | Mandatory | All | 15-01-2021 |
| Central | Owing To The Pandemic, Sebi Extends The Timelines For Compliance With Certain Regulatory Requirements By Trading Members/ Clearing Members Through Ses / Clearing Corporations | 31-12-2020 | The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) through a Circular dated 31st December, 2020 has provided further relaxation in timelines for compliance with regulatory requirements in view of the prevailing situation due to Covid-19 pandemic and representation received from the Stock Exchanges. The timelines for compliance with the following regulatory requirements by the trading members / clearing members has been extended as mentioned below: 1. Maintaining call recordings of orders/ instructions received from clients : February 28, 2021. 2. For uploading KYC application form and supporting documents of the clients to be uploaded on system of KRA within 10 working days : The period of exclusion will be from January 01, 2021 till February 28, 2021. Additionally, a 15-day time period after February 28, 2021, is allowed to clear the back log. With regard to uploading KYC application form and supporting documents of the clients on system of KRA by the members, for which relaxation has been provided till December 31, 2020 vide circular no. SEBI/HO/MIRSD/DOP/CIR/P/2020/191 dated October 01, 2020 , the Stock Exchanges / Clearing Corporation must direct their members to clear the backlog, if any, by January 31, 2021. Background: Owing to the pandemic, various relaxations have been granted by SEBI since April, 2020. In continuation to the previous Circulars, the present extension of timeline has been issued. | Mandatory | Trading members/ Clearing Members through SEs / Clearing Corporations | no end date specified |
| Central | Sebi Extends Time Of Implementation Of Circular Regarding Creation Of Security In Issuance Of Listed Debt Securities And Due Diligence By Debenture Trustee(S); From 01.04.2021 Instead Of 01.01.2021 | 31-12-2020 | Through a Circular dated 31st December, 2020 the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has extended the date of implementation of the SEBI Circular SEBI/HO/MIRSD/CRADT/CIR/P/2020/218 dated 3rd November, 2020 to April 01, 2021 from January 01, 2021. Background: Through the abovementioned Circular dated 3rd November, 2020 SEBI had specified requirements with regard to creation of security in issuance of listed debt securities and due diligence to be carried out by debenture trustee(s), which were applicable from January 01, 2021 Thereafter representations have been received from debenture trustees with regard to extension of the date of applicability of the provisions of the aforesaid circular. After taking into consideration the representation received from debenture trustees, and the challenges arising out of the prevailing business and market conditions due to COVID-19 pandemic the present extension has been granted. | Mandatory | Listed corporates | 01-04-2021 |
| Central | Ministry Of Consumer Affairs Issues Letter To Chief Secretaries And Administrators Regarding Extension Of Necessary Permissions To Distilleries / Other Units Engaged In Manufacture Of Hand Sanitizers Till 31St December, 2021 | 31-12-2020 | With a view to ensure availability of hand sanitizer at a reasonable price in the domestic market, the Joint Secretary (Sugar & Admn.) of the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, has in a letter addressed to the Chief Secretaries of the States and Administrators of Union Territories, requested to issue directions to Drug Controllers and Competent Authority in the respective States/ UTs to extend necessary permissions granted to distilleries / other units engaged in manufacture of hand sanitizers till 31st December, 2021. | Mandatory | All | 31-12-2021 |
| Telangana | Telangana Government Extends Grace Period For Payment Of Motor Vehicles Advance Tax For Quarter Ending 30Th December, 2020 Till 31St December, 2020 | 31-12-2020 | The Transport, Roads and Buildings Department of Telangana has extended the grace period for payment of Motor Vehicle advance tax for quarter ending on 31st December, 2020 till 31st December, 2020. No penalty shall be levied on Motor Transport Vehicles during this grace period under the Telangana Motor Vehicles Taxation Act, 1963. | Mandatory | All | 31-12-2020 |
| Central | Immediate Update | Mca Further Extends Timeline Allowing Companies To Conduct Egm Through Video Conferencing Or Other Audio Visual Means Till 30Th June, 2021 | 31-12-2020 | The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has, in a Circular dated 31st December 2020, allowed companies to conduct Extraordinary General Meetings (EGMs) through video conferencing (VC) or other audio visual means (OAVM) or by passing certain items through postal ballot till 30th June, 2021. Background: The MCA had in Circulars dated 8th April,2020 (General Circular No. 14/2020), dated 13th April (General Circular No. 17/2020) and 15th June, 2020 (General Circular No. 22/2020), and 30th September, 2020(General Circular No. 33/2020) allowed companies to hold EGMs through VC or OAVM or by passing of certain items only through postal ballot and provided the framework for the same, valid upto 31st December, 2020. Now, MCA has issued the current circular for further extending the date till which companies will be allowed to conduct their EGMs through VC or OAVM or transact items through postal ballot. PLease refer to the appended document for further details. | Mandatory | 30-06-2021 | |
| West Bengal | Government Of West Bengal Rolls Out Advisory Prescribing Preventive Measures To Contain The Spread Of Covid-19 | 31-12-2020 | With a view to contain the spread of COVID-19 during ensuing festivities, the West Bengal Government has rolled out an Advisory with a list of preventive measures: 1. Face mask which covers the mouth and nose must be worn while stepping outside; 2. Partying in closed spaces and over crowded areas must be avoided. Physical distancing to be maintained at all times; 3. Going outside to be avoided in case one feels unwell or has fever; 4. Use of fire cracker to be avoided; 5. Live cultural programme and crowding to be avoided; 6. Sanitization tunnels as well as spray of harmful chemicals on the body to be avoided; 7. Authorities directed not to allow anyone in shopping malls, public places if mask is not worn properly; 8. Provision for thermal screening, self-dispensing sanitizers and masks are essential; 9. Proper crowd management to be ensured inside and outside premises like parking lots, waiting areas and stalls. Note- Please call integrated helpline 1800-313444-222 for COVID related information or support. For a detailed read, please click on the attached document. | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | India Extends Ban On Flights From Uk Till 7 January, 2021 In Light Of New Covid-19 Strain | 30-12-2020 | The Government of India has decided to extend the temporary suspension of flights to and from UK till 7th January, 2021. Earlier the suspension of flights was till 31 December, 2020. Please note that this update has been drafted based on a Tweet, we will update it once an official document has been uploaded in public domain. | Mandatory | All | 07-01-2021 |
| Karnataka | Government Of Karnataka Issues Faq On Covid19 Vaccine For Healthcare Providers / Frontline Workers And General Public | 30-12-2020 | The Government of Karnataka has on its official web-portal issued an FAQ on COVID 19 vaccine for Healthcare providers / Frontline workers and General Public. Some of the key queries addressed are- ¢ Is this vaccine safe? ¢ Does one need to follow preventive measures such as wearing a mask, hand sanitization, social distancing after receiving the COVID 19 vaccine? ¢ What are the groups to be vaccinated in the first phase? ¢ How will I know if I am eligible for vaccination? ¢ Are there any common side effects of this vaccine? For the all the questions and responses, please refer to the attached document | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Cbic Amends The Courier Imports And Exports (Electronic Declaration And Processing) Regulations, 2010; Aims To Facilitate The Import/ Export Of Covid-19 Vaccines | 30-12-2020 | The Central Board of Indirect Taxes & Customs (CBIC) has notified the Courier Imports and Exports (Electronic Declaration and Processing) Amendment Regulations, 2020 (Amendment Regulations) with a view to address the need for efficient clearance and distribution of vaccines in light of the urgent necessity for an efficient cross-border procedure for speedy evacuation of the vaccines. The Amendment Regulations have gained effect since 30th December, 2020 and are aimed at facilitating the import/ export of COVID-19 vaccines through Courier at locations where the Express Cargo Clearance System (ECCS) is operational. The Amendment Regulations amend the Courier Imports and Exports (Electronic Declaration and Processing) Regulations, 2010 (Regulations) and provides for the following: i. Imports of and exports of vaccines in relation to COVID 19 has been allowed without any value limitation. ii. Since the vaccines will be imported in durable containers equipped with the requisite temperature monitoring and tracking devices, sub-regulation (3) of regulation 6 of the Regulations have been suitably amended to provide for the export of the durable container including accessories imported in relation to COVID-19 vaccines. The declaration in Form H [COURIER SHIPPING BILL IV (CSB - IV) FOR GOODS] is also amended accordingly. As per the Circular dated 30.12.2020 issued by CIBC with regard to the Amendment Regulations, the clarifications issued earlier in Circular No.51/2020-Customs, dated 20.11.2020 (earlier Circular) would apply for the temporary importation and re-export of the durable containers including accessories imported in relation to the COVID-19 vaccines through courier. The procedure contained in the earlier Circular must be strictly complied with, including execution of a continuity bond, declaration of the durable containers and accessories as a separate item in the Customs declaration during import and re-export. Importers have also been advised to indicate the unique identifier of the container and the accessories during import in the Courier Bill of Entry (CBE-V) and also at the time of re-export in the Courier Shipping Bill (CSB IV) for facilitating clearance. For effective coordination amongst stakeholders, CBIC has directed Commissioners in charge of the International Courier Terminals (where ECCS is operational) to immediately form a Task Force headed by an officer of the rank of Joint/ Additional Commissioner of Customs. The Task force will adopt a coordinated approach for efficient clearance of vaccines relating to COVID-19. The details of such the Task Force, the name, designation and contact details of the Joint/ Additional Commissioner of Customs, heading the Task force would be widely publicised through issue of Public Notices displayed conspicuously in the website of the Commissionerate/ Zone. For a detailed read, please refer to the corresponding documents. | Mandatory | Export/ Import | No end date specified |
| Jammu And Kashmir | Government Of Jammu And Kashmir Extends Guidelines/Instructions On Lockdown Measures In The Union Territory Of Jammu And Kashmir Till 31.12.2020 | 30-12-2020 | Govt. of Jammu and Kashmir in an Order dated 30.12.2020 has extended the guideliens/ instructions issued under order dated 29.11.2020. The same shall continue to remain in force till 31.1.2021. Accordingly, the lockdown in the state stands extended and all instructions and protocols will continue to remain valid. | Mandatory | All | 31.12.2020 |
| Delhi | Delhi Disaster Management Authority Directs Night Curfew From 31St December, 2020 Till 2Nd January, 2021; Not More Than 5 Persons To Assemble At Public Places | 30-12-2020 | The Delhi Disaster Management Authority ("DDMA") by an Order dated 30th December, 2020, has directed that night curfew will be in force (not more than 5 persons to assemble at public places). No new year celebratory events, congregations and gatherings at public places will be permitted from 11pm of 31st December, 2020 to 6am of 1st January, 2021 and also from 11pm of 1st January, 2021 to 2nd January, 2021 in the NCT of Delhi. However, there will be no restriction on interstate and intrastate movement of persons and goods during the curfew period. | Mandatory | All | 02-02-2021 |
| Central | Ministry Of Health And Family Welfare Issues Covid-19 Vaccine Communication Strategy | 30-12-2020 | The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare ("MoHFW") on 30th December, 2020 has issued the COVID-19 vaccine communication strategy. The strategy will serve to guide national, state and district level communication activities, so that the information on the COVID-19 vaccines and vaccination process reaches all people, across all states in the country. The strategy also seeks to build trust and enable greater confidence in the COVID-19 vaccine amongst all people by employing transparency in communication, while also managing any mis/disinformation and rumours around it. For a detailed read, please refer to the attached document. | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Tamil Nadu | Rt-Pcr Testing Rates Revised By Tamil Nadu Government; Rt-Pcr Test For Private Samples In Private Laboratories To Now Cost Rs. 1200/- And Additional Rs. 300/- For Home Collection Of Samples | 29-12-2020 | The Health and Family Welfare (EAPI-1) Department, Government of Tamil Nadu has revised the cost of RT-PCR testing for private samples in private labs, rates for RT-PCR testing under CMCHIS and pooled samples done under CMCHIS. The revised rates are as follows 1. RT-PCR testing for private samples in private labs will now cost Rs. 1200/- and an additional cost of Rs. 300/- will be charged for home visit collection of samples; 2. RT-PCR testing under CMCHIS will now cost Rs. 800/-; 3. Rs. 600/- is fixed for pooled samples done under CMCHIS. The revised rates have been in effect since 4th December, 2020. Note: The Notification was recently uploaded in the Department website. | Mandatory | Private labs | No end date specified |
| Maharashtra | Maharashtra Government Extends The Validity Of Existing Guidelines Under "Mission Begin Again" In The State, Till 31St January, 2021 | 29-12-2020 | The Government of Maharashtra has notified that existing guidelines issued under Mission Begin Again will remain in force till 31st January, 2021, in order to contain the spread of COVID-19 virus in the State of Maharashtra. All guidelines issued earlier will need to be strictly followed during this period and activities already allowed and permitted from time to time will be continued and remain in force till 31st January, 2021. | Mandatory | All | 31-01-2021 |
| Maharashtra | The Mumbai Municipal Corporation (Amendment) Act, 2020 Is Implemented To Enforce That Property Tax Of Any Building Or Land For The Year 2020-2021 Will Be The Same As 2019-2020 | 28-12-2020 | The Governor of Maharashtra has given assent to the Mumbai Municipal Corporation (Amendment) Act, 2020 ("Amendment"), that has come into force from 13th November, 2020. The Urban Development Department, Maharashtra, had issued the Mumbai Municipal Corporation (Amendment) Ordinance (Ordinance) on 13th November, 2020 that inserted a new provision in *Section 154 which deals with Rateable value or capital value how to be determined. The Amendment has given effect to the changes implemented by the Ordinance - Notwithstanding anything mentioned in **subsection 1(C) of the abovementioned section, the following subclauses have been inserted ¢ Due to the spread of the pandemic, the capital value of a building/ land which has been fixed as per subsection 1(A) will not be revised for the year 2020-21. ¢ The property tax of any building or land for the year 2020-2021 will be the same as 2019-2020. ¢ The capital value of any building or land will be revised in 2021-2022. ¢ The next revision of the capital value of any building or land will be done in 2025-2026 and will thereafter be done as per subsection 1(C). ____________________________ *Section 154 of the Act deals with Rateable value 8[or capital value] how to be determined. **Section 154 (1C)- The capital value of any building or land fixed under sub-section (1A) shall be revised every five years : Provided that, the Commissioner may, for reasons to be recorded in writing, revise the capital value of any building or land any time during the said period of five years and shall accordingly amend the assessment book in relation to such building or land under section 167. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Mohfw Issued Guidelines On Safe Ophthalmology Practices In Covid-19 Scenario; Aims To Minimize And Avoid The Spread Of Covid-19 In Eye Care Facilities | 28-12-2020 | Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MOHFW) in a Notification dated 28th December 2020 has issued guidelines on safe ophthalmology practices in Covid-19 Scenario, which further provides an impetus on the precautionary measures which may be observed in order to minimize and avoid the spread of COVID-19 in eye care facilities as also among Ophthalmologist, Ophthalmic assistants/technicians, nurses, support staff, patients and their attendants. Note- Only the eye-care units outside containment zones will be allowed to open up. Key Takeaways- The MOHFW has provided the basic preventive measures- ¢ Persons above 65 years of age, persons with comorbidities, pregnant women and children below the age of 10 years should be encouraged to stay at home, unless they are patients themselves. The same advice will apply for all visitors/staff/patients accordingly at all times. ¢ Physical distancing of at least 6 feet to be followed as far as feasible. ¢ Use of face covers/masks to be made mandatory. ¢ Practice frequent hand washing with soap and use of alcohol-based hand sanitizers should be done wherever feasible. ¢ Respiratory etiquettes to be strictly followed which involves strict practice of covering ones mouth and nose while coughing/sneezing with a tissue/handkerchief. Disposal of used tissues should be ensured. Further, the MOHFW has provided that the eye-care facilities are required to ensure the following: ¢ Tele-counselling and teleconsultation should be encouraged to lessen patient visits and/or appointment system. ¢ The screening of patients for Cataract and other eye diseases in outreach areas may be undertaken only after duly following social distancing, hand hygiene and personal protective measures. ¢ Collection/retrieval of eye balls/Corneas from home settings may be allowed with adherence to precautionary measures to prevent spread of infection. ¢ Specific markings may be made with sufficient distance to manage the queue and ensure social distancing in the premises. ¢ Entrance to hospital/clinic to have mandatory hand hygiene and thermal screening provisions ¢ The staff manning these entry points should ensure appropriate personal protection as entailed in guidelines already issued. (available at: https://www.mohfw.gov.in/pdf/AdditionalguidelinesonrationaluseofPersonalProtectiv eEquipmentsettingapproachforHealthfunctionariesworkinginnonCOVIDareas.pdf) ¢ The patients should be queried about Covid-19 like symptoms and contact history. ¢ Posters/AV media on preventive measures about COVID-19 to be displayed prominently Any shops, stalls, cafeteria etc., outside and within the premises are required to follow social distancing norms at all times. ¢ For air-conditioning/ventilation, the guidelines of CPWD shall be followed which emphasizes that the temperature setting of all air conditioning devices should be in the range of 24-30o C, relative humidity should be in the range of 40- 70%, intake of fresh air should be as much as possible and cross ventilation should be adequate. ¢ Effective and frequent sanitation within the premises will be maintained with particular focus on lavatories, drinking and hand washing stations/areas. Please note that the protocol for OPD Services, ward and OT Services are also detailed in the Notification. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Maharashtra | Maharashtra Government Issues Guidelines For 31St December, 2020 (New Year'S Eve) In Light Of Covid-19 Pandemic | 28-12-2020 | The Government of Maharashtra by a Circular dated 28th December, 2020 has issued guidelines for New Year w.r.t. COVID-19 pandemic. The guidelines have been issued in order to reduce the spread of COVID-19 virus as a lot of people will be exposing themselves to others during this festive time. Please note that the Circular is in Vernacular and we have translated it to the best of our understanding. Once an official translation is available, we will update in case there is a requirement. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Ministry Of Health And Family Welfare Issues Covid-19 Vaccines Operational Guidelines | 28-12-2020 | The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India on 28th December, 2020 has issued COVID-19 Vaccines Operational Guidelines (Guidelines). The Guidelines basically highlight the details of vaccination w.r.t. COVID-19 virus. It also provides a detailed description about the virus, prevention of COVID-19, vaccines for COVID-19 etc. In addition to this, some of teh critical points specifically addressed under the Guidelines are - 1. Vaccine development in India and a multi level governance mechanism in order to properly administer the vaccine. 2. Human Resources: Training & Capacity Building 3. Co-WIN (CoVID-19 Vaccine Intelligence Network): The Digital Platform 4. Administration of COVID-19 vaccine 5. Vaccine Logistics and Cold Chain Management 6. Adverse Events Following Immunization 7. Monitoring and Supervision The document also clarifies that as COVID-19 pandemic is dynamic in nature, the Guidelines will be updated regularly as per requirement. For a detailed read, please refer to the attached document. | Advisory | Healthcare establishments, general public | No end date specified |
| Central | Mha Extends Applicability Of Existing Provisions Under Guidelines For Surveillance, Containment And Caution Issued Under Mha Order Dated 25Th November, 2020, Till 31St January, 2020 | 28-12-2020 | The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has notified that guidelines for Surveillance, Containment and Caution issued under MHA Order dated 25th November, 2020 will remain in force upto 31st January, 2020. With this extension, the existing guidelines will continue to be effective till 31st January, 2020. We are re-sharing our analysis of the MHA Order dated 25th November, 2020 for reference. For a detailed read, please refer to the attached Orders. | Mandatory | All | 31-01-2021 |
| Central | Mha Issues Letters To Chief Secretaries Of States And Administrators Of Uts On Extending Applicability Of Existing Provisions Under Guidelines For Surveillance, Containment And Caution Till 31St January, 2020 | 28-12-2020 | The Union Home Secretary, Government of India (MHA), has written to the Chief Secretaries of States and the Administrators of Union Territories, in pursuance of MHA Order dated 28th December, 2020; which directs that guidelines under MHA Order dated 25th November, 2020 shall be extended till 31st January, 2021. The letters highlight that while the active cases are decreasing, there has been a surge in cases globally and there is need for caution and strict surveillance in view of the emergence of new variant of virus in United Kingdom. Further, strict vigil is needed to be maintained to prevent fresh surge in cases in the wake of upcoming New year celebrations and ongoing winter season which are favourable for the spread of the virus. In this regard, appropriate measures must be taken by the State / Union Territory Governments. Additionally, Government of India has started preparations for administration and roll-out of vaccine for COVID- 19. The National Expert Group on Vaccine Administration for COVID-19 (NEGVAC) has recommended prioritization of this vaccine during the initial phases to Health Care Workers, Front Line Workers, Persons aged 50 years and above and those below 50 years of age with comorbidities. States/ Union Territories to instruct the concerned authorities for their active support to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) in identification, preparation of database, vaccine delivery, storage, security, shipment and vaccination of beneficiaries. The letters refer to the Hon'ble Supreme Courts directions to State and Union Territory Governments for strict enforcement of guidelines/ SOPs issued by Union/ State Governments directing strict compliance on COVID-Appropriate behaviour such as wearing of masks, keeping social distancing etc.; prescribing stern action against those who are violating guidelines. States and Union Territories have been advised to consider imposition of curfew on weekends / night and enforce complete lockdown in Containment Zones. Emphasis has been given to the graded reopening and progressive resumption of activities to move ahead. However, there is a concomitant need to exercise due care. States and Union Territories based on their assessment of the situation, may impose local restrictions such as night curfew, to contain the spread of COVID-19. However, there shall be no restriction on inter-State and intra-State movement of persons and goods including those for cross land-border trade under Treaties with neighbouring countries. States and Union Territories have been urged to ensure compliance of the aforesaid guidelines and direct all authorities concerned for strict implementation. Further, guidelines issued by MHA and consequent Orders issued by the respective State Governments/ Union Territory Administration should be widely disseminated to the public and to the field functionaries for implementation. For a detailed read, please refer to the attached documents. | Mandatory | All | 31-01-2021 |
| Rajasthan | Rajasthan Government Issues Direction W.R.T. New Year'S Eve; Cities With More Than 1 Lakh People To Observe Night Curfew From 8 Pm On 31St December, 2020 Till 6 Am Of 1St January, 2021 | 23-12-2020 | The Government of Rajasthan has issued instructions for New Year's Eve in light of COVID-19 pandemic. The guidelines are in consonance with the Hon'ble Supreme Court's Order dated 18th December, 2020 and prescribes the following - 1. There will be complete ban in terms of burning and selling fireworks; 2. All types of social, religious, political etc. events are banned. In addition to this, there will be complete ban on all ceremonies / gatherings held on New Year's Eve; 3. Religious places like temple, mosque, gurudwara, church etc. will ensure basic COVID-19 precautions like 6 feet social distancing, sanitization and wearing of face masks need to be ensured; 4. All cities in the State with population of more than a lakh will observe night curfew from 8pm on New Year's Eve till 6am of 1st January, 2021. Further, markets in these places will be close by 7 pm. Please note that the Office Order is in Vernacular and we have translated it to the best of our understanding. Once an official translation is available, we will update in case there is a requirement. | Mandatory | All | 01-12-2020 |
| Karnataka | Health Department Of Karnataka Issues Addendum To Revised Guidelines For International Returnees To Karnataka; Effective Immediately | 23-12-2020 | The Health Department of Karnataka has issued an addendum to the existing guidelines for international returnees to Karnataka through airport / seaport. The addendum shall be effective immediately and is applicable to all international returnees arriving from any country to Karnataka through airport / seaport. Key Takeaways: 1. All international passengers arriving in Karnataka from any country shall have COVID negative certificate (issued within 72 hours from time of departure), otherwise they will be mandatorily subjected to RT-PCR test for COVID-19 at the port of entry at Bengaluru, Mangaluru International Airport, Mangaluru seaport and Karwar seaport; 2. Facility for RT-PCR testing will be made available and passengers who have given swab samples shall be home quarantined till receipt of lab report; Note: Authorities at BIAL Bengaluru, Mangaluru International Airport, Mangaluru seaport and Karwar seaport shall take necessary measures to implement this with immediate effect in association with jurisdictional DHOSs 4. The passengers may opt for free RT-PCR testing by government or express test at Airport at their own expense. Background: The addendum has been issued in light of a new variant of SARS-CoV2 virus reported by the Government of United Kingdom to World Health Organization. For a detailed read, please refer to corresponding Circular. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Central Govt. Revises Export Policy For Medical Goggles And Nitrile/Nbr Gloves, Makes All Types Of Medical Goggles And Nitrile/Nbr Gloves Freely Exportable | 22-12-2020 | The Ministry of Commerce & Industry (Ministry), through a Gazette Notification dated 22nd December, 2020 has revised the export policy of Medical Goggles and Nitrile/NBR Gloves. The Ministry has amended the Schedule 2 of the ITC (HS) Export Policy 2018 related to the export of Medical Goggles and Nitrile/NBR Gloves. With this amendment, the export policy of Medical Goggles and Nitrile/NBR Gloves is amended from Restricted category to Free category making all types of Medical Goggles and Nitrile/NBR Gloves freely exportable. Background: On 22nd October, 2020 the Ministry had revised the export of Nitrile/NBR Gloves from "Prohibited" to "Restricted". Now, with the present Notification the restriction is being done away with. | Mandatory | exporters | No end date specified |
| Central | Mohfw Issues Standard Operating Procedure For Epidemiological Surveillance And Response In The Context Of New Variant Of Sars-Cov-2 Virus Detected In United Kingdom | 22-12-2020 | The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MOHFW) in a Notification dated 22nd December 2020 has issued a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) which provides for the activities which are to be undertaken at the point of entry and in the community for all International passengers who have travelled from or transited through UK in the past 4 weeks (from 25th November to 23rd December 2020). The MOHFW has directed the international travellers to declare their travel history of past 14 days and fill up the Self Declaration Form to be screened for COVID-19 at international airports in view of the new variant of SARS-CoV-2 virus detected in United Kingdom. All the passengers coming from UK during the intervening period from 21st to 23rd December 2020 shall be subjected to the following process: 1. Respective State governments shall ensure that all passengers travelling from or transiting through airports in UK and disembarking in India would be subjected to RT-PCR test on arrival. 2. Passengers testing positive shall be isolated in an institutional isolation facility in a separate (isolation) unit coordinated by the respective State Health Authorities. 3. Those who are found negative on testing with RT-PCR at the airport would be advised quarantine at home. 4. The concerned airlines shall ensure that prior to check-in, the traveller is explained about this SOP. In-flight announcements must also be made explaining the relevant information to the passengers. 5. Adequate arrangements for passengers waiting for their RT-PCR test results duly following effective isolation may also be made at the airports. Note- The flights from UK stand suspended temporarily from 23rd December till 31st December 2020 or till further orders. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Andhra Pradesh | Health Department Of Andhra Pradesh Issues Guidelines For International Arrivals In The Wake Of Detection And Rapid Spread Of New Variant Of Sarss-Cov-2 | 22-12-2020 | In the wake of detection and rapid spread of a new variant of SARS-Cov-2 in United Kingdom, the Health Department of Andhra Pradesh has issued Guidelines to screen and manage travellers from international arrivals. This has been done with a view to effectively manage the situation. These Guidelines are in consonance with the Guidelines issued on 21st December, 2020 by the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India to prevent any interjection of SARS-CoV-2 variant virus through passengers with air travel history. Key Highlights: 1. Immediate steps: a. Passengers arriving from U.K. in all international flights including flights in transit should be subjected to mandatory RT-PCR tests on arrival at all airports and in AP and also from airports in the neighbouring States; b. District Collectors to set up adequate number of help desks and district administration to deploy adequate number of Medical and Para medical staff with adequate number of RT PCR test kits, PPEs and other requirements at the airports to facilitate this; c. District Collectors to make adequate arrangements for passengers waiting for their RT-PCR test results at airports in conjunction with the airport authorities; d. District collectors of Nellore, Ananthapur, Krishna and Guntur should arrange help desks at international airports in the neighbouring States; e.Those who are found positive on arrival must be sent to covid hospitals or paid institutional quarantine centres set up by the districts utilizing special ambulances mandated for positive persons transport; f. Those who are found negative in RT-PCR tests done at airports should be advised to isolate themselves at home for fourteen days, and be medically monitored by the district surveillance team; g. Relevant information in this regard should be prominently displayed in arrival area and waiting area of the airports; 2. Surveillance and follow up measures: a. Surveillance teams to be given a clear mandate and action plan for physical monitoring of people who have tested negative in the RT-PCR test and are in home isolation. The teams should ensure their proper isolation, monitoring of parameters and ensure follow up RT-PCR test after 14 days of disembarkation; b. The field surveillance team consisting of medical officer and ANM to mandatorily visit the international travellers on a daily basis and update their vitals in the home quarantine app; c. In case any such persons develop symptoms during the fourteen days, they must be shifted to hospitals and tested for RT-PCR immediately. 3. Additional guidelines: a. All international travellers should submit self-declaration form on the online portal http://health.ap.gov.in at least 72 hours before the scheduled travel; b. They should also provide an undertaking on the portal that they would undergo mandatory quarantine for 14 days (paid quarantine at their own expense); c. On testing negative for RT-PCR test on arrival, only for compelling reasons / cases of human distress such as pregnancy, death in family, serious illness and parents with children of the age of 10 years or below, home quarantine shall be permitted for 14 days. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Maharashtra | Pune Municipal Corporation, Maharashtra On Issues Preventive Measures To Be Followed To Stop The Spread Of Covid-19 In The State Under The Order Mission Begins Again | 22-12-2020 | In light of the night curfew imposed in Maharashtra , the Pune Municipal Corporation on December 22, 2020 has issued a notification with the following preventive measures to be taken to stop the spread of COVID-19 in the State under the order Mission Begins Again. 1. No person within the limits of Pune Municipal Corporation will be allowed to go out of the house from 11.00 pm to 6.00 am between 22nd December, 2020 to 5th January, 2021 except for essential reasons / services 2. Sick persons, pregnant women, children under 10 years of age, over 65 years of age, should avoid stepping out. 3. Providers of essentials (milk, vegetables, fruits etc.), office individuals and their vehicles are excluded from this order. 4. According to this order, the officers / employees appointed to maintain law and order as well as all the officers / employees and vehicles working for COVID 19 prevention measures in Pune Municipal Corporation as well as government and service vehicles are being excluded from this order. 5. Vehicles carrying essential commodities are exempted from night curfew. 6. All the employees working for night shifts have to maintain the law and order. 7. Government service vehicles are excluded from this order. 8. Vehicles carrying newspapers and distributing staff are excluded from this order. 9. Individuals travelling to the airport are excluded from the order. Violation of the Order will attract penalties under the relevant provisions of the Indian Penal Code and the Disaster Management Act, 2005. Please note that the Order is in Vernacular and we have translated it to the best of our understanding. Once an official translation is available, we will update in case there is a requirement. | Mandatory | All | 05-01-2021 |
| Karnataka | Karnataka Govt. Withdraws Order Dated 23.12.2020 Imposing Night Curfew In The State From 24.12.2020 To 1.1.2021 | 22-12-2020 | In an Order dated 23rd December, 2020 the Government of Karnataka (Government) had imposed night curfew from 11.00 pm to 5.00 am from 24th December, 2020 until 1st January, 2021. The step was taken in view of the detection of a new variant of the SARS CoV2 Virus in the United Kingdom. Returnees from the UK to the State of Karnataka have tested positive and further testing is in process to check if a new variant has been contracted by these persons. In light of these developments, the Government had felt that there was a need to take additional and more stringent measures and accordingly the curfew Order was issued. However, in a recent update on the twitter handle of the Karnataka Chief Minister, it has been informed that the night curfew Order has now been withdrawn. It is advised that crowds be avoided and people exercise caution while celebrating Christmas and New Years and follow the various government Regulations. Please refer to the link below for further details. | Mandatory | All | no end date specified |
| Karnataka | Commissionerate Health And Family Welfare, Karnataka Issues Guidelines Regarding Preventive Measures In Markets To Contain The Spread Of Covid-19 | 22-12-2020 | With gradual opening of economic activities, theCommissionerate Health and Family Welfare, Karnataka in a Notification dated 22nd December 2020 has issued the SOP on preventive measures in markets to contain spread of COVID-19. Key Takeaways- 1. Protecting vulnerable populations- Persons above 65 years of age, persons with comorbidities, pregnant women, and children below the age of 10 years are advised to stay at home, except for essential and health purposes. 2. Promoting COVID Appropriate Behaviour- Simple public health measures are to be followed to reduce the risk of COVID-19. These measures include: ¢ Physical distancing of at least 6 feet to be followed as far as feasible. ¢ Use of face covers/masks to be made mandatory. ¢ Practice frequent hand washing with soap (for at least 40-60 seconds) even when hands are not visibly dirty. Use of alcohol-based hand sanitizers (for at least 20 seconds) can be made outside shops and other places wherever feasible. ¢ Respiratory etiquettes to be strictly followed. This involves strict practice of covering ones mouth and nose while coughing/sneezing with a tissue /handkerchief / flexed elbow and disposing off used tissues properly. ¢ Self-monitoring of health by all and reporting any illness at the earliest to state and district helpline. ¢Spitting shall be strictly prohibited. ¢ Installation & use of Aarogya Setu App shall be advised to all. 3. Maintaining healthy environment at marketplaces- To prevent the risk of transmission of COVID, it is crucial that healthy environment is maintained at marketplaces. This includes: ¢ All work areas inside the shop shall be sanitized (using 1% Sodium Hypochlorite solution) by shop owners. ¢ Cleaning and regular disinfection of frequently touched surfaces (door knobs/handles, elevator buttons, hand rails, chairs, table tops, counters, etc.) and floors, walls, etc. to be done before opening of shops, at the end of the day and at other appropriate times. ¢ Entrance to the shops to have mandatory hand hygiene (sanitizer dispenser) arrangement. ¢ Where cars are repositioned by parking lot employees, proper disinfection of steering, door handles, keys, etc. of the vehicles should be undertaken by the owner before the vehicle is used again. ¢ Public utility areas and open spaces shall be sanitized with 1% Sodium Hypochlorite solution. This shall be done on a regular basis. ¢ Deep cleansing of the toilets, hand washing and drinking water stations shall be done at least 3-4 times daily. 4. Planning for COVID related appropriate behaviour at marketplaces ¢ Self-regulating COVID appropriate behaviour in marketplaces COVID appropriate behaviour in marketplaces may be self-regulated by Market Associations through a number of measures such as creation of a Sub-Committee for each market to facilitate and monitor implementation of COVID appropriate behaviour in marketplaces, provision of distribution of free masks for those who cannot afford. Further, establishing hand washing stations in public utility areas and ensuring availability of soap and water. Furthermore, use of foot operated taps and contactless soap dispensers is recommended. ¢ Planning for ensuring COVID appropriate behaviours by shop owners/utilities operating in the market where owners shall ensure physical distancing of a minimum of 6 feet inside and outside the shops/utilities, specific markings on the floor may be made. Queue management inside and outside the shops/utilities. They shall deploy sufficient personnel to monitor the queue as per physical distancing norms. Thermal screening provisions, to the extent feasible, for monitoring of body temperature of workers and clients. ¢ Ensuring ventilation- As far as feasible, natural ventilation must be ensured and use of small enclosed spaces must be discouraged. For air-conditioning/ventilation, of closed enclosures, the guidelines of CPWD shall be followed which emphasizes that the temperature setting of all air conditioning devices should be in the range of 24-300 C, relative humidity should be in the range of 40-70%, intake of fresh air should be as much as possible and cross ventilation should be adequate, however, air handling unit needs to be cleaned prior to switching on. ¢ Crowd management include engaging Civil Defence volunteers/ Home Guards/ volunteers etc to regulate crowd, access control at parking lots for limiting vehicle entry, separate entry and exit, if feasible, with unidirectional flow of visitors. Strict penal action against illegal parking on market roads may be taken by law enforcing authorities. ¢ Awareness shall be created by display of Posters/standees/AV media on preventive measures against COVID-19 at prominent places in the market area. Dos and Donts also to be displayed at vantage points. Further, recorded messages on precautionary measures and COVID appropriate behaviour may be played through AV systems installed in the market premises. Furthermore, the mobile application or website of the shops, if available, must display preventive measures for COVID-19 at their landing page. The website/ Mobile application shall inform the visitors on self-monitoring of health and not to visit the market if suffering from symptoms of Covid-19. 5. Maintaining healthy operations at marketplaces ¢ Shop owners, employees and visitors living in containment zones shall not be allowed entry into marketplaces. ¢ At the entry point of shops, all employees/ visitors to undergo mandatory hand hygiene (sanitizer dispenser) and thermal screening. Only asymptomatic employees /visitors shall be allowed inside shops. ¢ All employees/visitors to be allowed entry only if using face cover/masks. The face cover/mask has to be worn at all times inside and outside shops. ¢ Staggering of visitors to be done for maintaining physical distancing of a minimum of 6 feet, when queuing up at the time of entry. ¢ Number of customers inside the shop to be kept at a minimum, to maintain the physical distancing norms. ¢ Seating arrangement inside shops, if any, to ensure 6 feet between chairs, benches etc. as far as feasible. ¢ Number of people in the elevators shall be restricted, duly maintaining physical distancing norms. ¢ Use of escalators with one person on alternate steps may be encouraged. ix. The shop keeper/ staff to perform handwash / use of hand sanitizer frequently Note- The guidelines will be applicable to both retail and wholesale markets The market associations and shop keepers must work towards implementing COVID-19 safety measures in the markets and shops. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Chhattisgarh | Chhattisgarh Government Issues Guidelines For Travellers Coming From Uk (United Kingdom) To Chhattisgarh Via International Flights In Continuation To Mohfw Guidelines | 22-12-2020 | With a view to curb the spread of the new variant of novel coronavirus, the Government of Chhattisgarh has issued guidelines for travellers arriving from United Kingdom via flights and has directed as follows: i. The RT-PCR test report done at the airports should be checked;. ii. If a passenger is found positive after conducting RT-PCR test, then such passenger will be kept in institutional quarantine / COVID care centre / hospital as per the SOP issued by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW). iii. If the report of the passenger is negative, then he / she will be advised to undergo home isolation for a period of 14 days. iv. In addition to the above-mentioned, MoHFW has issued SOP for Epidemiological Surveillance and Response in the context of new variant of SARS-CoV-2 virus detected in United Kingdom and directed international travellers to declare their travel history of past 14 days and fill up the Self Declaration Form for being screened for COVID-19 at international airports for the new variant of SARS-CoV-2 virus (detected in United Kingdom). All the passengers coming from UK during the intervening period from 21st to 23rd December 2020 shall be subjected to the following process: 1. all passengers travelling from or transiting through airports in UK and disembarking in India would be subjected to RT-PCR test on arrival; 2. Passengers testing positive shall be isolated in an institutional isolation facility in a separate (isolation) unit coordinated by the respective State Health Authorities; 3. Those who are found negative on testing with RT-PCR at the airport would be advised quarantine at home; 4. The concerned airlines shall ensure that prior to check-in, the traveller is explained about this SOP. In-flight announcements must also be made explaining the relevant information to the passengers; 5. Adequate arrangements for passengers waiting for their RT-PCR test results duly following effective isolation may also be made at the airports. Note - The flights from UK stand suspended temporarily from 23rd December till 31st December 2020 or till further orders. Please note that the Office Order is in Vernacular and we have translated it to the best of our understanding. Once an official translation is available, we will update in case there is a requirement. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Telangana | Government Of Telangana Reduces Rates Chargeable For Covid 19 Testing (Rt-Pcr) By Private Nabl & Icmr Approved Laboratories In The State | 21-12-2020 | In view of the increased availability of test kits and reduction in the cost of both RNA extraction kits and RT-PCR Kits, the decrease in the cost of testing, the Health, Medical & Family Welfare (D) Department, Government of Telangana (Department) has, through an Order dated 21st December, 2020 revised the maximum rates chargeable for testing (RT-PCR) by private NABL & ICMR approved laboratories in the state as follows:- 1. Samples which are collected at the Labs / Hospitals (including all charges test cost +PPE etc.,) Rs. 500 2. Samples which are collected from home (including all charges test cost + PPE etc.,) Rs. 750 Further, all private NABL & ICMR approved labs are instructed to follow the guidelines issued by ICMR from time to time. All Hospitals / Institutes / Labs are instructed to display the revised tariffs prominently and strictly comply with the above orders. Non-compliance shall attract action as per the provisions of law. Background: On 18th November, 2020 the Department had revised the minimum rates chargeable for testing (RT-PCR) by the private NABL & ICMR approved laboratories specifying Rs. 850 for samples which are collected at the Labs/Hospitals and Rs. 1200 for samples collected from home. Now, the rates are being reduced further with the present Order. | Mandatory | Private laboratories | No end date specified |
| Maharashtra | Maharashtra Government Implements Night Curfew In The State From 11 Pm To 6 Am Till 5Th January, 2020; Issues Sops For Passengers Arriving Via Flights From Europe, South Africa And Middle East Countries | 21-12-2020 | The Government of Maharashtra, in continuation to earlier Orders issued under "Mission Begin Again" has implemented night curfew in all Municipal Corporations of the State. Night Curfew has been implemented since 22nd December, 2020 till 5th January, 2020 from 11 pm to 6 am. This has been done in order to reduce the risk of transmission of COVID-19 virus in the State. In addition to this, the Government has also issued a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for passengers arriving in the State via flights from Europe, South Africa and Middle East countries. Key highlights of the SOP: 1. An area at the far end of the airport terminal should be identified and prepared for receiving the flights from areas of concern; 2. passengers will be screened for symptoms and will be subjected to RT-PCR if passengers are found symptomatic; 3. all other passengers will undergo 14 days of mandatory paid institutional quarantine upon arrival and will not be allowed outside of designated quarantine facility before 14 days under any condition; 4. after completion of 14 days of quarantine, passengers may be discharged only upon testing RT-PCR negative; 5. No one from these flights will be allowed to undergo home quarantine; 6. Institutional quarantine facilities where passengers will stay will have to strictly follow all guidelines and passengers will be monitored daily for development of symptoms by the health team. 7. In case any passenger develops symptoms and is found positive in RT-PCR test, then that passenger will be considered to be infected with the new strain and will be immediately shifted to the designated hospital for treatment. | Mandatory | All | 05-01-2021 |
| Central | All Passenger Flights To And From The United Kingdom Suspended Temporarily Up To 31St December 2020 | 21-12-2020 | In view of the emerging situation arising out of the spread of a new strain of coronavirus in the United Kingdom, all flights to and from United Kingdom into India have been suspended temporarily till 31st December 2020. Airlines to ensure that passengers coming from UK is not boarded in a flight for any destination in India, either directly or indirectly. As a precautionary measure, passengers arriving from UK in all transit flights (flights that have taken off or flights which are reaching India before 22nd December 2020 at 23.59 hrs) should be subject to mandatory RT-PCR test at the arrival port in India. The passengers found Covid-19 positive on arrival shall be quarantined as per guidelines issued by Ministry of Health and Family Welfare and would bear the medical costs incurred. Note: The above-mentioned restrictions will not apply to international all-cargo operations and flights specifically approved by DGCA. | Mandatory | All | 31-12-2020 |
| Karnataka | Govt Of Karnataka Enhances Passenger Screening At International Airports And Sea Ports In View Of New Strain Of Covid-19 Virus Reported From United Kingdom | 21-12-2020 | The Government of Karnataka on 21st December, 2020 issued a Circular informing that for all flights arriving from 21.12.2020, RT-PCR testing must be done for all passengers originating from UK, including those transiting in other airports outside UK. Those who are RT-PCR positive will be under hospital isolation and positive samples should be sent to NIMHANS, Bengaluru for molecular testing. Passengers who are RT-PCR negative, must be under strict home quarantine for 14 days. Contact details of all such passengers should be informed to District Surveillance Officers for quarantine follow-up. Additionally, the International Airports at Bengaluru and Mangaluru are instructed to provide the list of passengers arrived from UK from 7.12. 2020 onwards till 21.12.2020. | Mandatory | Individuals | No end date specified |
| Central | Archaeological Survey Of India Dispenses With Cap On The Number Of Visitors To Centrally Protected Monuments/ Sites; Allows Sound And Light Shows To Be Resumed | 20-Dec-20 | The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has dispensed with the cap on the number of visitors to its Centrally Protected Monuments/ sites and prescribed the following: Key Highlights: 1. The total number of visitors to be allowed per day may be decided by the concerned Superintending Archaeologist with concurrence of the respective District Magistrate; 2. Selling of physical tickets may be resumed when there are problems in QR code and network; 3. Sound and light show may be resumed; Note: All centrally protected monuments and sites shall continue to be bound by the Covid related protocols issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare and Ministry of Culture or any specific orders of the State and/or District administration For a detailed read, please refer to the attached documents | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Puducherry | In Light Of Covid-19 Permission For Celebration / Gathering Will Not Be Granted In Puducherry | 19-12-2020 | The Government of Puducherry in line with the Supreme Court Order dated 18.12.2020 has decided that no permission will be granted for celebration or gathering for upcoming festivals in the State. | Mandatory | Individuals | No end date specified |
| Central | Cdsco Further Extends Effective Date Of Order Specifying Special Conditions Under Which Permission For Importing Drugs With Residual Shelf Life Less Than 60% Is Allowed To 30Th April, 2021 | 18-12-2020 | The Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) had issued an earlier circular dated 17th April 2020, specifying special conditions under which permission for importing drugs with residual shelf life less than 60% was allowed. Considering the current COVID-19 scenario and the hardships brought about by it, CDSCO has further extended the effective date of the Order dated 17th April, 2020 upto 30th April, 2021 or till further order, whichever is earlier. Background: Previously, the effective date was extended till 31st October, 2020 . Now, it is being further extended through the present Order. P.S. We have not been able to locate the previous notification dated 17th April 2020 in the public domain. We will notify once our team is able to locate the same. | Mandatory | drugs | 30-04-2021 |
| Central | No Need For Mandatory 14 Day Quarantine For All Major And Minor Ports In Light Of Covid-19 Pandemic; Shipping Companies Or Their Agents To Make Arrangements For Rt-Pcr For Their Disembarking Crew | 17-12-2020 | The Directorate General of Shipping, Mumbai, Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways by an Order dated 17th December, 2020 has decided to do away with mandatory 14 day quarantine period as mentioned in the instructions issued earlier to all major and minor ports in light of COVID-19 pandemic. If any of the crew member of vessel that has not completed 14 days from the last port of call will be required to disembark from the vessel and the following will have to be complied with in addition to the requirements as specified in the SOP issued by the Directorate from time to time 1. The shipping companies or their agents will make arrangements for RT-PCR testing of all such crew disembarking from such vessels in coordination with concerned port & health authorities. 2. The crew members should be COVID-19 negative by RT-PCR before disembarking. 3. Such crew member will agree to self-monitor their health and report to relevant authorities if suffering from any COVID-19 symptoms or signs. 4. The crew member to comply by the guidelines on physical distancing, hand hygiene and use of masks along with minimizing their contact with the general public. All other instructions as specified under the previous Order will be continue to be applicable. | Mandatory | Shipping companies, agents and crew members | No end date specified |
| Central | Ministry Of Health And Family Welfare Issues Frequently Asked Questions On Covid-19 Vaccine | 17-12-2020 | The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare on 17th December, 2020 has uploaded a list of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on COVID-19 vaccine on their site. The target group for the FAQ are general public and healthcare providers/frontline workers. As vaccines for COVID-19 will be rolled out and administered to the general public in the near future, these FAQs have been issued. For a detailed read on the FAQs, please refer to the attached document. | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Andaman & Nicobar Islands | Andaman And Nicobar Govt. Directs Airline Operators To Ensure That Incoming Passengers Carry A Valid Negative Rtpcr Test Report; Aims To Avoid Inconvenience On Arrival At Port Blair Airport | 16-Dec-20 | In view of the significant number of COVID-19 positive cases detected by Rapid Antigen Test as VSI, Airport in Port Blair, in order to avoid inconvenience on arrival, the Andaman and Nicobar Administration has directed the airline operators to advice incoming passengers to carry a negative RTPCR Test Report issued by an ICMR recognized laboratory. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Esic Issues Information Regarding Av Creatives/ Films On Covid 19 Guidelines For Employers And Employees | 15-12-2020 | The Employees State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) has issued and Order dated 15th December, 2020 regarding AV Creatives/ films on COVID 19 Guidelines for Employers and Employees. ESIC had earlier issued the COVID 19 Safe Workplace Guidelines for industry and Establishment. In this context two AV Creatives/ films have also been produced which are available at the link https://www.esic.nic.in/attachments/avcreatives.zip in downloadable format. Please note that it can be shared with employers association, employees union, industry organisations, professional bodies, supervisors, workers, district labour officers etc. Please refer to the attached document for a detailed read of the Order. | Mandatory | all | no end date specified |
| Central | Rbi Revises Faqs On Resolution Framework For Covid-19 Related Stress | 12-12-2020 | The Reserve Bank of India, on 12th December, 2020 has updated the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on Resolution Framework for Covid-19 related stress wherein the below mentioned new question and its response has been added: Does invocation under the Resolution Framework require the borrowers to submit any specific resolution plan and the lenders to agree on implementation of the same before December 31, 2020? No. The Resolution Framework does not require any resolution plan in any form to be submitted to the lending institutions at the time of request for invocation. Rather, for invocation, the borrowers are required to merely submit a request to the lending institutions for being considered under the Resolution Framework. Thereafter, the lending institutions will take an in-principle decision as per their Board approved policy on invoking the Resolution Framework. After such invocation, the specific contours of resolution plan to be implemented may be decided by the lending institutions, in consultation with the borrower. While for personal loans the resolution plan is to be implemented within 90 days from the date of invocation, for all other loans a period of 180 days from the date of invocation has been prescribed. Please refer to the corresponding attachment for a detailed read of the FAQs. | Mandatory | All Commercial Banks (including Small Finance Banks, Local Area Banks and Regional Rural Banks) All Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks/State Co-operative Banks/ District Central Co-operative Banks All All-India Financial Institutions All Non-Banking Financial Companies (including Housing Finance Companies) | No end date specified |
| West Bengal | Government Of West Bengal Informs That Beds Of Private Hospitals Requisitioned For Covid-19 Patients May Be Released In Phases; Move Aimed Towards Continuation Of Business By The Private Hospitals | 10-12-2020 | Owing to the decrease in the total number of COVID-19 cases, the Government of West Bengal (Government) in an Order dated 10th December 2020 has provided that the beds of private hospitals as requisitioned by the Government may be released in phases with a view to allow the private hospitals to continue with their own business. The details of the present number of beds functioning, the number of beds which will be released in this phase and the balance number of beds has been provided in Annexure -A. In case of emergency, the beds may be taken over within a time span of three days. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Haryana | Haryana Govt. Revises Rates For Rtpcr Testing; Applicable To Private Laboratories In The State | 09-12-2020 | The Department of Health and Family Welfare, Haryana (Department) has revised the upper cap of rates for COVID 19 testing as follows: 1. RTPCR Testing: a. Samples collected at private hospitals/ labs and their designated collection centres- Rs. 700 b. Sample collected through home visits- Rs. 900. 2. CBNAAT Testing Rs. 2,400/- (already fixed) 3. TrueNat Testing Rs. 1,250 (already fixed) 4. Rapid Antigen Testing- Rs. 500/- (already fixed) 5. IgG based ELISA Testing- Rs. 250/- (already fixed) Private laboratories should ensure not to charge any amount more than what is mentioned above for COVID 19 testing inclusive of GST/Taxes (if any), cost involved in pickup, PPE, packing, transportation of samples, documentation and reporting, in the state of Haryana. It is reiterated that, all the laboratories conducting COVID-19 testing have been directed to adhere to the guidelines and SOPs mentioned in the earlier Orders, and follow all testing protocols laid down by ICMR and MoHFW, Govt. of India from time to time. | Mandatory | Private Laboratories | No end date specified |
| Central | Validity Of Initial Noc For Scheduled/Scheduled Commuter/Non Scheduled Air Transport Services Expiring On 31.03.2021 Extended Till 31.12.2021 | 09-12-2020 | In an Order dated 9.12.2020, the Ministry of Civil Aviation has further extended the validity of the NOC granted for Scheduled/Scheduled Commuter/Non Scheduled Air Transport Services. The NOC expiring by 31.3.2021 will remain valid till 31.12.2021. Earlier the Ministry had granted extension with regard NOCs expiring between 13.2020 and 31.12.2020 till 31.12.2020. Now, in view of the continued impact of covid-19, the present extension is granted. | Mandatory | Aviation | 31.12.2021 |
| Central | Esic Notifies Major Policy Initiatives For Better Medical Services To Workers; Move Aimed At Improving Delivery Of Medical Services And Other Benefits To Workers | 08-Dec-20 | In a press Release dated 8th December 2020, the Employees State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) has laid down several pointers with a view to improve its delivery of medical services and other benefits to workers. Key Highlights- ¢ ESIC has decided to provide medical services to the insured workers and their dependants under the ESI Scheme. The same shall be provided primarily through hospitals and dispensaries run by the State Governments. ¢ With an objective to provide better medical services to beneficiaries, the ESIC has decided to directly run by itself all newly constructed hospitals and those that are approved in future unless the State Government insists to run the hospital. Super speciality services in cardiology urology and other departments will be strengthened in select ESIC hospitals in Delhi/NCR. Tis shall be extended to other ESIC hospitals across the country in a phased manner. ¢ ESIC will engage Hospital Managers with specialisation in hospital management or hospital administration or health care administration for maintenance, housekeeping and other ancillary activities in ESIC hospitals. ¢ The ESI Corporation has also decided to extend the relaxed conditions and the enhanced benefit of 50% of the average per day earning upto a maximum of 90 days under the Atal Beemit Vyakti Kalyan Yojana to the insured workers who became unemployed due to COVID-19 induced lockdown for a further period of six months i.e. upto 30th June, 2021. ¢ The eligible workers can file their claims on the ESIC portal (www.esic.in) with the mobile number, Aadhaar and bank details. | Mandatory | All | 30-Jun-21 |
| Central | Nppa Directs Manufacturers Of Enoxaparin Injection To Ensure Availability Of Adequate Stocks Of The Same In The State Of Chhattisgarh | 08-Dec-20 | The National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority ("NPPA") has directed the manufacturers of Enoxaparin Injection to ensure availability of adequate stocks of the same for management of COVID-19 in the trade channels of the State of Chhattisgarh. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Jammu And Kashmir | Jammu And Kashmir Government Issues Advisory On Impact Of Covid-19 Pandemic On Businesses W.R.T. To Human Rights And Future Response | 07-12-2020 | The Department of Excise, Government of Jammu and Kashmir on 7th December, 2020 has issued an advisory on impact of COVID-19 pandemic : Business and Human Rights and Future response which was initially issued by the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC). Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the crisis arising out of it for different industries and establishments in terms of disruption in supply chains and employment, NHRC in view to uphold Human Rights has issued an advisory which is aimed for business heads / leaders / enterprises / MSMEs etc. to help them integrate the human rights and human rights approaches into their decision making process and communications in the backdrop of COVID-19 pandemic. Therefore, in view of safeguarding human rights of all stakeholders the following advisories are being given by the NHRC 1. Adoption of responsible business practices in order to protect informal workers during COVID-19 pandemic. 2. Government and Financiers to urge companies to use emergency funds to support stakeholders not shareholders. 3. Ministry of Corporate Affairs may propose businesses to use human rights due diligence framework as a starting point to approach crisis in the context of their business. 4. Businesses to closely examine their supply chains to ensure labour trafficking is not occurring as part of the creation and distribution of products. 5. There should be a business continuity plan and a risk management plan in place that covers infrastructure, cyber, employee, business, operational and communication risks with the aim of managing an organisation that has to face new challenges and risks and wants to ensure continuity of operations and production. 6. In addition to the above, the employers have to take steps in resolving workplace issues by keeping line of communication open, set up a grievance redressal cell along with arranging regular safety drills (across manufacturing and service sectors) etc. | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Owing To The Pandemic, Rbi Increases The Per Transaction Limit For Afa Relaxation For Contactless Card Transactions To Rs.5,000/- | 04-12-2020 | In a Circular dated 4th December, 2020 the Reserve Bank of India has issued information regarding Card transactions in Contactless mode - Relaxation in requirement of Additional Factor of Authentication. The present COVID-19 pandemic has underlined the benefits of contactless transactions. Keeping this in view and based on stakeholder feedback, it was announced in the Statement on Developmental and Regulatory Policies dated December 4, 2020 that per transaction limit for AFA (Additional Factor of Authentication) relaxation for contactless card transactions will be increased. Accordingly, given the sufficient protection available to users, RBI has decided to increase the per transaction limit to ¹ 5,000/-. All other requirements, including the discretion of cardholder to use contactless or contact mode of transaction, shall continue to remain applicable, as hitherto. Background: In a previous Circular dated 14th May, 2020 the RBI had informed that Additional Factor of Authentication (AFA) requirement was relaxed for values up to ¹ 2,000/- per transaction for card transactions in contactless mode at Points of Sale (PoS) terminals. Subsequently, it was clarified that transactions beyond this limit can be processed in contactless mode, but with AFA. Further, through another Circular dated 15th January, 2020, users were provided option of switch on / off or to set limits for various card features, including for contactless transactions. The instructions, which came into effect from October 1, 2020, have made card transactions more secure by empowering users to enable card features and set requirements according to their need and comfort. Now, in light of the pandemic and the stakeholder feedback the per transaction limit for AFA relaxation for contactless card transactions are increased. | Mandatory | All Scheduled Commercial Banks including Regional Rural Banks / Urban Co-operative Banks / State Co-operative Banks / District Central Co-operative Banks / Payments Banks / Small Finance Banks / Local Area Banks / Non-bank Prepaid Payment Instrument issuers / Authorised Card Payment Networks | No end date specified |
| West Bengal | West Bengal Health Department Revises Rates Of Covid 19 Tests In Private Laboratories | 03-12-2020 | Owing to the further reduction in market price of testing reagents including RTPCR Kitts, RNA Extraction Kits and VTM, the Health and Family Welfare Department, Government of West Bengal (Department), after careful consideration of different aspects, has, in an Order dated 3rd December, 2020 re-fixed the maximum price cap for COVID 19 test by private laboratories as per the rates mentioned below: 1. RT-PCR Rs. 950 2. CBNAAT- Rs.2400/- 3. TRUNAT (including screening and confirmation)- Rs. 1200/- Please note that the violation of this Order will attract penalties under the provisions of the West Bengal Epidemic Disease COVID 19 Regulations, 2020, West Bengal Clinical Establishments (Registration, Regulation and Transparency) Act , 2017 and the West Bengal Clinical Establishments (Registration, Regulation and Transparency) Rules, 2017. Background: The Department had initially fixed the price of COVID 19 testing by private laboratories by an Order dated 26th June, 2020 Subsequently in an Order dated 12th October, 2020 the Department had fixed the maximum price cap for COVID 19 tests for private laboratories at Rs.1500. The present Order is issued to further revise the rates. | Mandatory | Laboratories | No end date specified |
| Central | Owing To The Pandemic Covid 19, Moefcc Extends The Validity Of Notification/ Rule / Order Expiring In The F.Y 2020-2021 Upto 30Th June, 2021; Effective Immediately | 03-12-2020 | In a Gazette Notification dated 3rd December, 2020 the Ministry of Environment, Forest And Climate Change (Ministry) has issued the Environment (Protection) Third Amendment Rules, 2020 (Amendment) in order to further amend the Environment (Protection) Rules, 1986 (Principal Rules). The Amendment has gained effect immediately. Principal Rules Amendment Implication Rule 5: Prohibitions and restrictions on the location of industries and the carrying on processes and operations in different areas (¦.) (3)(¦) (d) The Central Government shall within a period of one hundred and twenty days from the date of publication of the notification in the Official Gazette consider all the objections received against such notification and may within one hundred and eighty days from such day of publication impose prohibition or restrictions on location of such industries and the carrying on of any process or operation in an area. Rule 5: Prohibitions and restrictions on the location of industries and the carrying on processes and operations in different areas (¦.) (3)(¦) (d) Provided that for the purpose of this clause, the validity of notification or rule or order expiring in the Financial Year 2020-2021 shall stand extended upto 30th June, 2021 on account of COVID-19 pandemic Owing to the pandemic, with respect to the provision on Prohibitions and restrictions on the location of industries and the carrying on processes and operations in different areas, the validity of notification or rule or order expiring in the Financial Year 2020-2021 will be extended upto 30th June, 2021 with the present Amendment gaining effect. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2021 |
| Central | Ministry Of Civil Aviation Permits Increase In Domestic Civil Flight Operations From Existing 70 Percent To 80 Percent Of Pre-Covid Levels | 03-12-2020 | After review of the current status of Scheduled Domestic Operations viz-a-viz passenger demands for air travel, The Ministry of Civil Aviation ("Ministry") has in partial modification of earlier Order dated 11th November, 2020, allowed the opening of domestic civil flight operations in a calibrated manner upto 80 percent of pre-COVID levels. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Gujarat | District Magistrate Of Gandhinagar Issues Guidelines On Lockdown Measures For Implementation In The District; Effective Upto 31St December, 2020 | 03-12-2020 | Pursuant to Guidelines on Surveillance, Containment and Caution issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs on 25th November, 2020 the District Magistrate of Gandhinagar has issued instructions to be followed in the District till 31st December, 2020. Key Highlights: 1. If any person pollutes or spreads dirt on public roads / public places in the entire Gandhinagar district area or spreads dirt in any way, or fails to wear a mask/ face cover, a fine of Rs.1000 /- will be imposed; 2. All institutions, organisations, workplaces and commercial establishments should ensure: a. social distancing of minimum 6 feet; b. shopkeeper must ensure that physical distance is maintained amongst the customers; c. fines will be levied for spitting in public places; d. the principle of "work from home" should be followed in all workplaces as far as possible; e. All offices, workplaces, shops, markets, as well as commercial and industrial units shall strictly adhere to the instructions of the Ministry of Home Affairs of the Government of India on staggering of work / business hours; g. temperature check, hand washing, and (if possible) contactless sanitizer should be provided at each entry point and general locations; h. individuals in the workplace must strictly adhere to rules such as social distancing, adequate gap between shifts, maintain proper distance between staff during lunch break etc. 3. Exception: This Order exempts Home Guards or other Government or semi-Government agency, Government / private hospital staff persons engaged with emergency services, public servants who are on duty, as well as vehicles carrying essential items and persons and vehicles with an authorized pass; Please note that the Order is in Vernacular and we have translated it to the best of our understanding. Once an official translation is available, we will update in case there is a requirement. | Mandatory | all | 31-12-2020 |
| Punjab | Punjab Government Approves 100% Motor Vehicle Tax Exemption To State Stage Carriage And Educational Institutions Buses In Punjab Till 31St December 2020 | 02-12-2020 | Punjab Government on 2nd December, 2020 in light of COVID-19 pandemic has approved 100 percent exemption from the Motor Vehicle tax for state stage carriage buses and buses of educational institutions/school/college buses till December 31, 2020. Further, the Amnesty scheme has been extended till 31st March, 2021, deferring payment of arrears of taxes, without interest and penalty. | Mandatory | State stage carriage buses and buses of educational institutions/school/college buses | Different timeline for separate actions |
| Central | Sebi Extends The Timelines For Compliance With Certain Regulatory Requirements By Trading/ Clearing Members And Dps | 01-12-2020 | In view of the continued impact of COVID-19, the Securities and Exchange Board of India has further relaxed the timeliness for the following compliances: Relaxation for Trading Members and Clearing Members: Internal Audit for half year ended on September 30, 2020 Time line extended to December 31, 2020 System Audit for half year ended on September 30, 2020 Time line extended to December 31, 2020 Half yearly net worth certificate as on September 30, 2020 Time line extended to December 31, 2020 Cyber Security and Cyber Resilience Audit for half year ended on September 30, 2020 Time line extended to January 31, 2020 Relaxations for depository participants (DPs): Submission of half yearly Internal Audit Report by DPs for the half year ended on September 30, 2020 Time line extended to December 31, 2020 Systems audit on annual basis for the financial year ended March 31, 2020 Time line extended to December 31, 2020 For uploading of KYC application form and supporting documents of the clients on the system of KRA within 10 working days The period of exclusion will be from March 23, 2020 to December 31, 2020. Additionally, after December 31, 2020 another 15-day time period is allowed to Depository / DPs, to clear the back log. For a detailed read, please refer to the attached file. | Mandatory | Listed Companies | Different dates for complainces |
| Chandigarh | Chandigarh Health Dept. Notifies Fine For Not Wearing Face Masks; Fine Of Rs. 1000/- To Be Imposed On Violators | 01-12-2020 | The Health Department of Chandigarh has notified that people who do not wear face masks will be punishable with fine of Rs. 1000/-. Non-payment of above-mentioned fine by violators will attract proceedings under Section 188 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Mca Further Extends Last Date To File Cost Audit Report ( Cra-4) For Fy 2019-20 To 31.12.2020 | 01-12-2020 | The Ministry of Corporate Affairs ("MCA") has, in a Circular dated December 01, 2020, further extended the timeline for filing of Form CRA-4 (form for filing of cost audit report) for the Financial Year (FY) 2020 due to the continued impact of COVID-19 pandemic. Earlier, in an Order dated 10.09.2020, the MCA had permitted Cost Audit Report for the financial year 2019-20 to be submitted by the cost auditor to the Board of Directors of the companies by 30th November, 2020. With the current Circular dated 01.12.2020, the time has been extended till 31st December, 2020 within which Cost Audit Report for the financial year 2019-20 can be submitted without violating the timeline prescribed. | Mandatory | All | 31.12.2020 |
| Delhi | Delhi Govt. Orders Status-Quo In Respect Of The Activities Related To Bars In Hotels / Clubs / Restaurants; Allows To Remain Open For 'On' Premises Consumption Of Liquor Upto 31.12.2020, Subject To Compliance With Sops | 01-12-2020 | The Government of Delhi has directed that status quo shall be maintained in respect of the activities related to bars in Hotels / Clubs / Restaurants for 'on' premises consumption of liquor under the licence category L-15/L-15F L-16/L-16F, L-17/L-17F, L-18/L-18F, L-19/L-19F L-20/L-20F L-28/L-28F and L-29/L-29F upto 31st December, 2020. It has been reiterated that owners of establishments / licensee of hotels/clubs / restaurants concerned must ensure the compliance of SOPs failing which he / she shall be proceeded against under the provisions of the Disaster Management Act, 2005 and the Indian Penal Code. For a detailed read on the SOPs to be complied with, please refer to the documents provided. | Mandatory | All | 31-12-2020 |
| Bihar | Government Of Bihar Reduces The Rate Of Rtpcr Testing In The State From Rs. 1500/- To Rs.800 | 01-12-2020 | The Government of Bihar, in an Order dated 1st December, 2020 has reduced the rate of RTPCR Testing in the state from Rs. 1500/- to Rs.800. Further, it will be mandatory for private laboratories to file a report on the ICMR portal. It will be mandatory to give information related to the test on the e-mail (ssobihar@gmail.com) of the State Surveillance Officer by 5:00 pm every day. It will be mandatory to inform all the positive cases immediately to the concerned District Civil Surgeon and District Surveillance Officer for further action. All the procedures related to COVID-19 will be done according to all the guidelines issued by ICMR earlier. Any amount exceeding Rs 800 / - and non-compliance with the other mentioned provisions will be considered as violation of the relevant provisions of the Epidemic Diseases Act 1897 (as amended) and Bihar Epidemic Covid-19 Regulations -2020 | Mandatory | Laboratories | no end date specified |
| Delhi | Excise Dept. Of Delhi Provides Partial Waiver In Licence Fees; Allows Adjustment Of Licence Fee To Be Paid For Excise Year 2021-22 | 01-12-2020 | Pursuant to representations from stakeholders who made payment of licence fee for excise year 2020-21, the Delhi Excise Department has allowed adjustment of licence fee to be paid for excise year 2021-22, by licensees holding excise licence in form of L-15/ L-15 F, L-16/ L - 16F, L-17/ L-17F, L-18/L -18F, L-19/L -19F, L-28-28F and L-29 / L-29F. For a detailed read, please refer to the corresponding Notification. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Bihar | Bihar Government Extends Lockdown In Containment Zones Till 31St December, 2020; Issues Guidelines To Stop The Spread Of Corona Virus In Wake Of Functions Like Marriage, Kartik Poornima Snaan And Cremation Ceremony | 01-12-2020 | The Government of Bihar by an Order dated 26th November, 2020 has extended the lockdown in containment zones till 31st December, 2020. In addition to this, the State Government has issued guidelines to stop the spread of Corona Virus during the time period of November 26 to December 03, 2020 in functions like Marriage, Kartik Poornima Snaan and Cremation ceremony. | Mandatory | All | Different timeline for separate actions |
| Kerala | Kerala Health Department Issues Addendum To The Covid-19 Revised Testing Guidelines; Lays Down Revised Advisory To Optimize The Evidence Based Use Of Convalescent Plasma Therapy (Cpt) In Covid-19 | 01-12-2020 | The Health and Family Department, Government of Kerala by an Order dated 1st December, 2020 has issued an addendum to the COVID-19 revised testing guidelines (issued on 15th August, 2020). By this addendum, type of COVID-19 tests along with testing frequency for vulnerable persons in clusters and institutionalized elderly has been added to the earlier issued COVID-19 testing guidelines. In addition to the above, by another Order dated 1st December, 2020, the State Government has issued a revised advisory to optimize the evidence based use of Convalescent Plasma Therapy (CPT) in COVID-19. By CPT, there is a reduced risk of severity of disease thus improving clinical outcomes. An SOP has also been issued in this regard along with the dose of convalescent plasma that is to be given to a COVID-19 patient. | Mandatory | COVID centres | No end date specified |
| Meghalaya | Night Curfew Implemented In East Khasi Hills District In Meghalaya From 11:00 Pm To 5:00 Am On A Daily Basis; Effective Till 6Th December, 2020 | 30-11-2020 | The District Magistrate of East Khasi Hills District in Meghalaya has extended night curfew in East Khasi Hills District of Meghalaya upto 6th December, 2020, between 11:00 p.m to 05:00a.m each day. The night curfew shall not apply to the following: i. medical teams and officials on COVID-19 duty, ii. police, security and armed forces, iii. civil defence and home guard volunteers, wholesale and retail pharmacies, Fire and Emergency service, Information and Public Relations Department. iv. wholesale and retail pharmacies; v. fire and emergency service; vi. MeECL, NEEPCO and Power Grid, FCI vehicles; vii. officers and staff of corona care centres; viii. press (print and electronic), Information and Public Relations Department; ix. National Highway and Infrastructure Development Corporation Ltd., x. Shillong Municipal Board and telecom service. However, strictly compliance needs to be ensured with regard to all protocols and procedures including social distancing, limiting of field staff to the barest minimum and other advisories of Government in the Health and Family Welfare Department. The exemption from night curfew will also be applicable to movement of vehicles carrying essential goods, security forces, medical equipment and shops for repair of vehicles on highways. However, drivers and attendees of vehicles shall be subjected to medical screening as per the protocol. Curfew passes for might curfew timings may be obtained via online application at eastkhasihills.gov.in. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Delhi | Health And Family Welfare Department, Government Of Nct Delhi Revises Rates Of Covid-19 Testing In Delhi | 30-11-2020 | In an Order dated 30.11.2020, Health and Family Welfare Department, Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi (Department) has directed private laboratories in the State to adhere to the following minimum rates for COVID 19 testing inclusive of Taxes, in the NCT Region- 1. Samples that are collected by Govt. teams and collected from the collection sites by Private sector Labs as requisitioned by the Districts/Hospitals - Rs.800/- 2. Samples that are collected at the Labs/Hospitals/Collection facilities (including all charges-sample collection & testing cost at the site) - Rs. 800/- 3. Samples that are collected through Home visits (including all charges-visit, samples collection & testing cost) - Rs. 1200/- The new rates are in suppression of the earlier rates specified. The Private Laboratories are also directed to: a. Mandatorily collect the samples from the testing sites as requisitioned by Govt. team (District CDMO Office or Hospital) b. Process samples, share the reports with the client (Govt. or individual) and update all reports on ICMR Portal latest within 24 hours of collection of samples. c. Display the revised rates at a prominent place latest within 24 hours of this order. | Mandatory | Private Testing Laboratories | No end date specified |
| Tamil Nadu | Government Of Tamil Nadu Implements Restrictions In The State To Curb The Spread Of Covid-19; Effective Till 31St December, 2020 | 30-11-2020 | Pursuant to the Guidelines on Surveillance, Containment and Caution issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs on 25th November, 2020, the Government of Tamil Nadu has issued an Order to implement such restrictions in the State, with a view to curb the spread of COVID-19. Key Highlights: Permitted Activities in areas outside Containment Zones: 1. All medical colleges and (UG), Masters (PG) classes are allowed to open from 7th December, 2020 while adhering to standard guidelines; 2. Swimming pools have been permitted to operate only for sports training, subject to compliance with standard guidelines; 3. Beaches will be allowed for public use from 14th December, 2020 subject to adherence with the standard guidelines in the coming days, depending on the status of the pandemic; 4. Tourist sites have been permitted for public use in adherence to standard guidelines; 5. Exhibition halls have been permitted to be used only for business to business purposes, subject to adherence with standard guidelines, in indoor arenas only with a maximum of 50% seats (50% capacity); 6. Social, political, recreational and religious gatherings have been permitted in indoor arenas only, with a maximum of 50% capacity or a maximum of 200 persons, in accordance with standard guidelines on the same; however, prior permission from the relevant District Administrators and the Commissioner of Police will be required before organising such meetings. Depending on the severity of the infection in the coming days, appropriate decisions will be taken with regard to concessions for open-air meetings; 7. The present requirement for e-registration for entering Tamil Nadu from other States (except Pondicherry, Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka) will continue to be implemented; The restrictions which are already in force, will remain effective, until further notice - a. the ban will continue as the Central Government has extended the ban on international air traffic, except for routes permitted by the Union Ministry of Home Affairs; b. In the Containment Zones throughout Tamil Nadu, curfew will be observed without any relaxation. c. People must wear a masks when going out and in public places; c. People should be vigilant and avoid crowding in public; Note: Concerned officials should ensure that all the standard guidelines are strictly complied with. Spread of the COVID-19 may be controlled through the following: i. Use of soap in the workplace; ii. Maintaining social distancing norms; iii. Not stepping out without need; Please note that the Order is in Vernacular and we have translated it to the best of our understanding. Once an official translation is available, we will update in case there is a requirement | Mandatory | All | 31-12-2020 |
| Central | Mohfw Issues Sop On Preventive Measures In Markets To Contain Spread Of Covid-19 | 30-11-2020 | With gradual opening of economic activities, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare in a Notification dated 30th November 2020 has issued the SOP on preventive measures in markets to contain spread of COVID-19. Key Takeaways- 1. Protecting vulnerable populations- Persons above 65 years of age, persons with comorbidities, pregnant women, and children below the age of 10 years are advised to stay at home, except for essential and health purposes. 2. Promoting COVID Appropriate Behaviour- Simple public health measures are to be followed to reduce the risk of COVID-19. These measures include: ¢ Physical distancing of at least 6 feet to be followed as far as feasible. ¢ Use of face covers/masks to be made mandatory. ¢ Practice frequent hand washing with soap (for at least 40-60 seconds) even when hands are not visibly dirty. Use of alcohol-based hand sanitizers (for at least 20 seconds) can be made outside shops and other places wherever feasible. ¢ Respiratory etiquettes to be strictly followed. This involves strict practice of covering ones mouth and nose while coughing/sneezing with a tissue /handkerchief / flexed elbow and disposing off used tissues properly. ¢ Self-monitoring of health by all and reporting any illness at the earliest to state and district helpline. ¢Spitting shall be strictly prohibited. ¢ Installation & use of Aarogya Setu App shall be advised to all. 3. Maintaining healthy environment at marketplaces- To prevent the risk of transmission of COVID, it is crucial that healthy environment is maintained at marketplaces. This includes: ¢ All work areas inside the shop shall be sanitized (using 1% Sodium Hypochlorite solution) by shop owners. ¢ Cleaning and regular disinfection of frequently touched surfaces (door knobs/handles, elevator buttons, hand rails, chairs, table tops, counters, etc.) and floors, walls, etc. to be done before opening of shops, at the end of the day and at other appropriate times. ¢ Entrance to the shops to have mandatory hand hygiene (sanitizer dispenser) arrangement. ¢ Where cars are repositioned by parking lot employees, proper disinfection of steering, door handles, keys, etc. of the vehicles should be undertaken by the owner before the vehicle is used again. ¢ Public utility areas and open spaces shall be sanitized with 1% Sodium Hypochlorite solution. This shall be done on a regular basis. ¢ Deep cleansing of the toilets, hand washing and drinking water stations shall be done at least 3-4 times daily. 4. Planning for COVID related appropriate behaviour at marketplaces ¢ Self-regulating COVID appropriate behaviour in marketplaces COVID appropriate behaviour in marketplaces may be self-regulated by Market Associations through a number of measures such as creation of a Sub-Committee for each market to facilitate and monitor implementation of COVID appropriate behaviour in marketplaces, provision of distribution of free masks for those who cannot afford. Further, establishing hand washing stations in public utility areas and ensuring availability of soap and water. Furthermore, use of foot operated taps and contactless soap dispensers is recommended. ¢ Planning for ensuring COVID appropriate behaviours by shop owners/utilities operating in the market where owners shall ensure physical distancing of a minimum of 6 feet inside and outside the shops/utilities, specific markings on the floor may be made. Queue management inside and outside the shops/utilities. They shall deploy sufficient personnel to monitor the queue as per physical distancing norms. Thermal screening provisions, to the extent feasible, for monitoring of body temperature of workers and clients. ¢ Ensuring ventilation- As far as feasible, natural ventilation must be ensured and use of small enclosed spaces must be discouraged. For air-conditioning/ventilation, of closed enclosures, the guidelines of CPWD shall be followed which emphasizes that the temperature setting of all air conditioning devices should be in the range of 24-300 C, relative humidity should be in the range of 40-70%, intake of fresh air should be as much as possible and cross ventilation should be adequate, however, air handling unit needs to be cleaned prior to switching on. ¢ Crowd management include engaging Civil Defence volunteers/ Home Guards/ volunteers etc to regulate crowd, access control at parking lots for limiting vehicle entry, separate entry and exit, if feasible, with unidirectional flow of visitors. Strict penal action against illegal parking on market roads may be taken by law enforcing authorities. ¢ Awareness shall be created by display of Posters/standees/AV media on preventive measures against COVID-19 at prominent places in the market area. Dos and Donts also to be displayed at vantage points. Further, recorded messages on precautionary measures and COVID appropriate behaviour may be played through AV systems installed in the market premises. Furthermore, the mobile application or website of the shops, if available, must display preventive measures for COVID-19 at their landing page. The website/ Mobile application shall inform the visitors on self-monitoring of health and not to visit the market if suffering from symptoms of Covid-19. 5. Maintaining healthy operations at marketplaces ¢ Shop owners, employees and visitors living in containment zones shall not be allowed entry into marketplaces. ¢ At the entry point of shops, all employees/ visitors to undergo mandatory hand hygiene (sanitizer dispenser) and thermal screening. Only asymptomatic employees /visitors shall be allowed inside shops. ¢ All employees/visitors to be allowed entry only if using face cover/masks. The face cover/mask has to be worn at all times inside and outside shops. ¢ Staggering of visitors to be done for maintaining physical distancing of a minimum of 6 feet, when queuing up at the time of entry. ¢ Number of customers inside the shop to be kept at a minimum, to maintain the physical distancing norms. ¢ Seating arrangement inside shops, if any, to ensure 6 feet between chairs, benches etc. as far as feasible. ¢ Number of people in the elevators shall be restricted, duly maintaining physical distancing norms. ¢ Use of escalators with one person on alternate steps may be encouraged. ix. The shop keeper/ staff to perform handwash / use of hand sanitizer frequently | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Jammu And Kashmir | Guidelines/Instructions On Lockdown Measures In The Union Territory Of Jammu And Kashmir W-E-F 01-12-2020 | 29-11-2020 | The Department of Disaster Management Relief, Rehabilitation & Reconstruction, Jammu and Kashmir has issued Guidelines/instructions on lockdown measures in the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir in line with the Government of India Order dated 25.11.2020, these will be in effect from 01.12.2020 till 31.12.2020. With this Order dated 29.11.2020 all the SOPs and instructions issued earlier has been extended till 31.12.2020. 1. The following activities shall continue to remain prohibited across the entire Union Territory of J&K, irrespective of the categorization of the districts (i) All schools, colleges, higher educational institutions(including Anganwadi centers), etc., will continue to remain closed till 313t December,2020, except training institutions run by the Central/State government. However, the following will be permitted: a. Online/distance learning shall be permitted b. 50% Of teaching and non-teaching Staff shall be permitted to be called to Schools for online teaching/ telecounselling and related work, in areas outside containment zones only. c. Students of classes 9 to 12 are permitted to Visit their schools, in areas outside the Containment Zones only, on voluntary basis, for taking guidance from their teachers. This shall, however, be permitted subject to written consent of their parents/ guardians, as per the SOP already issued in this regard by the MOHFW. d) Skill or Entrepreneurship training Will be permitted in National Skill Training Institutes, ITIs or other training centres registered with the National Skill Development Mission or JK Skill Mission. National Institute for Entrepreneurship and Small Business Development (NIESBUD), Indian Institute of Entrepreneurship (IIE) and their training providers will also be permitted, as per the SOP already issued in this regard by the MoHFW, Govt. India. e) Higher Education Institutions will be permitted only for research scholars (Ph.D.) and PG students in Science and technical streams requiring jab/experimental works. The Head Of Higher Education Institutions will satisfy herself / himself that there is a genuine requirement of research scholars (Ph.D.) and PG students in science and technology stream for laboratory / experimental works. f) Coaching Centers / institutions shall be permitted to run classes, outside the containment zones only, up to 50 percent capacity of the centers, strictly as per the SOP issued by Ministry of Education, GOI. (ii) Swimming Pools being used for training Of sportspersons will be permitted, strictly as per the SOP issued by the Ministry Of Youth Affairs and Sports (MoYA&S). (iii) Cinemas / theatres / Multiplexes will be permitted, upto 50% of their seating capacity, in areas outside the Containment Zones only, strictly as per the SOP issued by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting. (iv) Bars in restaurants / Hotels etc., shall be permitted to open, in areas outside containment zones only subject to norms of social distancing and health precautions. (v) Entertainment Parks and similar places will be permitted to open, in areas outside the Containment Zones only strictly as per the SOP issued by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. (vi) Business to Business (B2B) Exhibitions will be permitted. in areas outside the containment zones only strictly as per the SOP issued by Ministry of Commerce. (vii) Social/political/sports/entertainment/academic/cultural/religious functions and other gatherings and congregations have already been permitted with a ceiling of 100 persons, outside containment zones only, subject to norms Of social distancing and other precautions. (viii) Religious places/ places of worship shall continue to remain open for public, subject to the SOP already issued in this regard. Religious processions and large religious gatherings shall, however. continue to remain strictly prohibited. (ix) The movement of individuals for all non-essential activities between 10 pm to 5 am. District Magistrates shall issue specific prohibitory orders in this regard under Section 144 Of CrPC. 2. There shall be no restrictions on entry of passengers, returnees travellers coming to Jammu & Kashmir, whether by road, rail or air. However, they will have to compulsorily undergo a COVID-19 antigen test through any or the prescribed methods as per the protocol of the Government of J&K. The protocol for management of COVID positive persons will be followed for all positive cases. 3. Activities permitted in the entire UT of Jammu & Kashmir with PERMISSIONS needed only in such areas where indicated against an activity i. Normal functioning of private hospitals, clinics and nursing homes (including OPD services), ii. All E-commerce and Courier services, iii. All agriculture, horticulture, animal husbandry and related activities iv. Canteens/Eateries at Bus stands, Railway stations and Airports, with necessary permissions in Red districts. v. All restaurants, including in hotels, can operate for home delivery, take away and dining-in with up to 50 % capacity. subject to the SOP of Ministry Of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, dated 4th June, 2020. vi. Hotels and hospitality services, Can operate at 100% (full) capacity. subject to the SOP of Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, dated 4th June, 2020, with particular focus on: a) Full protection gear and equipment should be provided to Hotel staff- b) Details of guests with entire travel history to be maintained c) Only Room service of food should be done instead of in dine-in restaurants. d) Frequent sanitization of common areas and spaces to be done. e) Necessary health precautions for guests and staff. vii. All Shopping Malls can open subject to the SOP Of Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, dated 4th June, 2020, except in Red districts where they will operate with 50% of shops open on alternate days to be regulated by the Deputy Commissioners concerned. There will be particular focus on: a) Shops in Malls Can open from 9 am till 9 pm. b) Special markings for social distancing, wherever needed. c) Air conditioning of Malls to follow guidelines of CPWD (temperature range of 24-30 degree Celsius, relative humidity in the range of 4070% with adequate cross ventilation and intake of fresh air. d) Food Courts and dining facilities in Malls can operate for home delivery, take away and dininq in with up to 50 % capacity. e) Children's gaming zones, gaming arcades inside Mallscan open with 50% capacity. f) All railings and door knobs to be frequently sanitized with sodium hypochlorite solution. g) District Magistrates will regulate the above to ensure that there is no congestion and social distancing is maintained. viii. Gymnasium and Yoga centres. ix. Sports activities in Stadia and sports complexes, with spectators upto 50% capacity in case of indoor halls/complexes and with physical distancing in open complexes. x. Banks and Financial services xi. Liquor shops and manufacturing units. xii. Self-employed Service providers such as Plumbers, technicians, electricians etc. xiii. Auto-rickshaws with a maximum of two passengers, only intra-district. xiv. Intra-district movement of individuals in vehicles is allowed, with a maximum of 2 passengers, besides the driver, in four Wheeler vehicles, and with no pillion rider in case of two wheelers. xv. Intra-district public passenger transport vehicles. running on routes (buses, mini-buses and maxi-cabs) can operate, by any operator, at full capacity. on routesto be notified by the Transport Department. xvi. Inter-district public passenger transport vehicles (buses and mini-buses only and not maxi-cabs) can operate between Red Districtsat full capacity, by JKSRTC only. on routes to be notified by the Transport Department. All inter-district public passenger transport vehicles(buses and mini-buses and not maxi-cabs) can operate between Green and Orange districts at full seating capacity on all routes. xvii. Marriage related functions, with not more than 100 persons maintaining social distancing, with permission required for the function in Red Districts. xviii. Funeral / last rites related rituals with not more than 100 persons maintaining social distancing 4. Closure of workplace: If there is just one case reported, the disinfection procedure will be limited to places/areas visited by the patient in the past 48 hours. There is no need to close the entire office building/halt work in other areas of the office and work can be resumed after disinfection as per laid down protocol. However, if there is a larger outbreak with 2 or more positives, the entire building will have to be closed for 48 hours for thorough disinfection. All the staff will work from home, till the building is adequately disinfected and is declared fit for re-occupation. 5. Industrial and Service activities i. Industrial activities can resume at all industrial estates These activities can resume with 100% work force in Green, Orange and Red districts in industrial estates. ii. Industrial activities can resume in all rural areas outside municipal limits, with 100% of work force. iii. In Urban areas in Red and Orange Districts, for Industries Within Municipal Limits, industrial activities can resume with the permission as laid down in Attachment A and with 75 % workforce, iv. All workshops, service centers and home workshops can operate with not more than 5 persons working on site/ inside premises. v. All Industries will have to comply With the health, safety and other instructions in Attachment A. 6. Construction activities i. In construction projects in municipal limits, the labour/construction workers shall have to stay. at the construction site (inside). The concerned contractor in coordination with the Executive Engineer shall make sufficient arrangement for their stay, providing of masks/sanitation to the labourers and keep the social distance norms in place While carrying on the construction works. ii. In construction projects in rural areas. the labour has to stay in the areas adjoining the construction site. There shall be no huge scale daily movement of labourers/long distances. The contractor in consultation with engineering staff shall make arrangement for their stay, providing of masks/ sanitation to the labourers and keep the social distance norms in place while carrying the construction works. 7. For Private Projects: i. Private construction activities shall be allowed in all Green and Orange districts, Without any need for permission. The labour in all projects in urban Municipal limits have to be kept in-situ only. Health precautions and instructions as mentioned at para 40-44 below will be strictly required to be followed. In Red Districts, District Magistrates will assess the ground situation and issue permissions as necessary both for construction and any related movement, ii. Construction activities for government projects Will be regulated as per the SOP laid down in Attachment B. | Mandatory | ||
| Rajasthan | Rajasthan Government Issues Guidelines For Surveillance, Containment And Caution For The Period December 1St To December 31St, 2020; Night Curfew From 8 Pm To 6 Am In 13 Districts Of The State | 29-11-2020 | Government of Rajasthan by an Order dated 29th November, 2020 has issued guidelines for surveillance, containment and caution for the period 1st December to 31st December, 2020. Key highlights of the guidelines : 1. Lockdown in containment zones will remain in force till 31st December, 2020 and strict containment measures will be followed as prescribed by MoHFW. 2. There will be night curfew from 8 pm to 6 am within the urban limits of the District Headquarter towns of Kota, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Bikaner, Udaipur, Ajmer, Alwar, Bhilwara, Nagore, Pali, Tonk, Sikar and Ganganagar. All markets, work places and commercial complexes etc. will remain closed during night curfew, however, this will not be applicable for the following and no separate pass will be required - a. Factory with production of continuous nature; b. Factories having night shift; c. IT and IT companies; d. Chemist shops; e. Offices related to essential emergency services; f. Marriage related gatherings; g. Any workplace related to medical services; h. Passengers coming / going to bus stand, railway station and airport; i. Movement of all trucks and other goods carrier vehicles and persons employed for loading and unloading goods. 3. In workplaces (private offices, autonomous etc.) located in municipal limits of the 13 cities mentioned above and having more than 100 employees, 75% of employees will come to attend offices and rest will work from home. 4. Aarogya Setu app to be installed by all employees in offices and workplaces. Further, organization and business entities with 50 or more employees are encouraged to avail the Aarogya Setu Open API Service. 5. Schools, colleges, educational and coaching institutions outside containment zones will remain closed for students and regular class activity till 31st December, 2020. 6. Cinema halls/theatres/multiplexes, entertainment parks and similar places will remain closed till 31st December, 2020. 7. Social/political/sports/entertainment/academic/cultural/religious functions and other large congregations will not be permitted till 31st December, 2020. However - i. Marriage related gatherings will be allowed after taking prior permission of the Sub-Divisional Magistrate and maximum number of guests allowed will not be more than 100. All COVID-19 protocols to be strictly observed at all times; ii. Funeral/last rites related gatherings will not have more than 20 persons with mandatory wearing of masks, social distancing etc.; iii. If any person/institution/organisation makes an application to the District Collector and District Magistrate for any function along with a seating plan, the permission will be issued only if maximum number of 100 persons are allowed, maximum of 50% hall capacity in closed spaces. In addition to this, in open spaces a ceiling of 100 persons keeping the size of ground/space in view. 8. Exhibition halls for only business to business (B2B) purposes in permitted outside containment zones with maximum of 50% hall capacity is allowed with ceiling of 100 persons. 9. There if no restriction on inter-state and within state movement of people. No separate permission/e-permit will be required for movement. 10. Vulnerable people (persons aged 65 and above, pregnant women, children below 10 years etc.) are advised to stay at home and move out only for essential and health purposes. 11. Common safety directives in public spaces, work places and shops to be strictly followed in all Districts of the State. For a detailed read on the guidelines along with penalties for different violators, please refer to the attached guidelines. | Mandatory | All | 31-12-2020 |
| Rajasthan | Rajasthan Government Reduces The Rate Of Rt-Pcr Diagnostic Tests For Covid-19 In Private Laboratories; Fixes It At Rs.800 | 28-11-2020 | Through a tweet, Chief Minister of Rajasthan Shri Ashok Gehlot has informed that rate for RT-PCR diagnostic tests for COVID-19 infections conducted by private laboratories has been fixed at Rs. 800, as against the earlier position of Rs. 1,200. [Note for reviewr - I have also referred to the news report https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/other-states/coronavirus-rajasthan-slashes-rt-pcr-test-rate-for-private-labs/article33204009.ece for translation purpise ] | Mandatory | Private Laboratories | No end date specified |
| Central | Govt Issues Amendment To The Eia Notification For Grant Of Environmental Clearance For New Construction Projects | 27-11-2020 | In a Gazette Notification dated 27th November, 2020 the Ministry of Environment, Forest And Climate Change (Ministry) has amended the Notification No S.O. 1533 (E), dated the 14th September, 2006 (Notification). Through the present amendment, a new provision (Paragraph 9A) has been inserted wherein the validity of prior environmental clearances granted under the provisions of the Notification in respect of the projects or activities whose validity is expiring in the Financial Year 2020-2021 is deemed to be extended till the 31st March, 2021 or six months from the date of expiry of validity, whichever is later. However, such extension is subject to same terms and conditions of the prior environmental clearance in the respective clearance letters, to ensure uninterrupted operations of such projects or activities which have been stalled due to the outbreak of Corona Virus (COVID-19) and subsequent lockdowns (total or partial) declared for its control. Background: The Notification mandates all new projects or activities listed in the Schedule to the said notification, their expansion and modernization and/or change in product mix, as the case may be, before any construction work or preparation of land by the project management except for securing the land to take prior environmental clearance from the concerned regulatory authority. Owing to the pandemic COVID 19 due to which lockdowns have been implemented in the country, the projects and activities have been affected. The Ministry has received a number of requests for extension of the validity of prior environmental clearances beyond the maximum period allowed in the said Notification, as the COVID19 pandemic has not yet come to an end. In light of these, the present amendment has been issued to grant the extension. | No end date speficied | All | NO |
| Chhattisgarh | Chhattisgarh Government Adopts Mha Guidelines On Surveillance, Containment And Caution For Containing The Spread Of Covid-19 | 26-11-2020 | Pursuant to Guidelines on Surveillance, Containment and Caution (Guidelines) for containment of COVID-19 by the Ministry of Home Affairs on 25th November, 2020, the Chhattisgarh Govt. has issued an Order directing adoption and strict implementation of the Guidelines in the State. Key Takeaways: 1. All activities remain permitted outside Containment Zones, barring few activities which have been permitted with restrictions; necessary SOPs issued for movement by passenger trains, air travel, metro trains, schools, hotels and restaurants etc. in order to contain the spread of COVID-19; 2. State or Union Territory Governments to take measures to promote COVID-19 appropriate behaviour and enforce wearing of face masks and ensure hand hygiene and social distancing; States and Union Territories may consider administrative actions, including imposition of appropriate fines; 3. State or Union Territory Governments may use the provisions of Section 144 of the Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC) of 1973 for enforcement of social distancing; States and Union Territories may also impose local restrictions such as night curfew. However, State or Union Territory Governments shall not impose local lockdown outside Containment Zones at State/ District / sub-division/ City-level, without prior consultation with the Central Government; 4. States or Union Territory Governments shall not dilute the Guidelines; 5. In cities where weekly Case Positivity Rate is more than 10 percent, States and Union Territories to consider implementing staggered office timings and other suitable measures, to ensure social distancing (by reducing the number of employees attending office at the same time); 6. Employers to ensure (on best effort basis) that Aarogya Setu App is installed by all employees with compatible mobile phones; 7. Organisations and business entities with 50 or more employees urged to avail the Aarogya Setu OpenAPI Service (https://openapi.aarogyasetu.gov.in); 8. States and Union Territories shall issue necessary guidelines for regulating travel in modes of public transport, e.g., buses, boats etc., and ensure strict compliance of the same; SOPs for regulating travel in aircrafts, trains and metro rails are already in place; 9. No restriction on inter-State and intra-State movement of persons and goods including those for cross land-border trade under Treaties with neighbouring countries; separate permission/ approval/ permit shall not be required for such movement; 10. Containment Zones to be demarcated by district authorities; with strict perimeter control, intensive house to house surveillance, testing, tracking and listing of contacts of COVID-19 positive persons, quick isolation of COVID-19 positive patients and surveillance of ILI/ SARI cases as per guidelines of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW); 11. List of Containment Zones to be shared with the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) and notified on websites by respective District Collectors and by the States / Union Territories; 12. Persons above 65 years; with co-morbidities, pregnant women and children below 10 years to stay at home, except for essential activities and health purposes; 13. The following has to be complied with in Containment Zones: a. Only essential activities allowed in Containment Zones; b. Movement of people in or out of these zones is prohibited (except for medical emergencies and for maintaining supply of essential goods and services); c. Intensive house-to-house surveillance by surveillance teams; d. Awareness shall be created in communities on COVID-19 appropriate behaviour; e. Testing shall be carried out as per prescribed protocol; f. Listing of contacts to be carried out in respect of all persons found positive, along with tracking, identification, quarantine and follow up of contacts for 14 days (80% of contacts to be traced in 72 hours); 14. Outside Containment Zones: a. International air travel of passengers, as permitted by MHA. b. Cinema halls and theatres, with upto 50% capacity. c. Swimming pools, only for training of sports persons. d. Exhibition halls, only for business to business (B2B) purposes. e. Social/ religious/ sports/ entertainment/ educational/ cultural/ religious gatherings, upto a maximum of 50% of the hall capacity, with a ceiling of 200 persons in closed spaces; and on the basis of the size of the ground/ space in view, in open spaces. State/ UT Governments may reduce the ceiling to 100 persons or less, in closed spaces. 15. National Directives for COVID-19 management: a. Face coverings: Wearing of face cover is compulsory in public places; in workplaces; and during transport; b. Social Distancing: Individuals must maintain a minimum distance of 6 feet (2 gaz ki doori) in public places; shops to ensure physical distancing among customers; c. Spitting in public places will be punishable with fine (as may be prescribed by the State/UT local authority in accordance with its laws, rules or regulations); 16. Additional directives for Workplaces: a. Work from home (WFH): As far as possible the practice of WFH should be followed; b. Staggering of work/business hours will be followed in offices, workplaces, shops, markets and industrial & commercial establishments; c. Screening & Hygiene: Provision for thermal scanning, hand wash or sanitizer will be made at all entry and exit points and common areas; d. Frequent sanitization of entire workplace, common facilities and all points which come into human contact e.g. door handles etc., will be ensured, including between shifts; e. Social distancing: All persons in charge of workplaces to ensure adequate distance between workers, adequate gaps between shifts, staggering the lunch breaks of staff etc. For a detailed read, please refer to Order | Mandatory | All | 31-12-2020 |
| Central | In Light Of The Covid -19 Pandemic Prevailing Throughout India The Dept Of Health And Family Welfare Has Notified That Existing Import Licence Will Be Valid Until Orders Are Passed On The Application | 26-11-2020 | The Department of Health and Family Welfare has Notified that if an existing valid import licence holder under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940, makes an application for a fresh import licence before the expiry of the existing licence, the existing import licence will be valid until orders are passed on the application and will be deemed to be valid for all purposes. This order has come into force from 26th November, 2020 and will remain valid for a period of six months. | Mandatory | Pharmaceutical | 26.05.2021 |
| Gujarat | Gujarat Government Decides To Regulate The Production, Supply And Distribution Of Oxygen From Production Units In Light Of Covid-19 Pandemic | 26-11-2020 | In light of COVID-19 pandemic in the State, the Health and Family Welfare Department, Gujarat has decided to regulate the production, supply and distribution of oxygen from production units in the State. Therefore, in view of this, the oxygen production units in the State of Gujarat have been directed to: 1. Ensure that production of oxygen is uninterrupted and at their maximum production capacity; 2. Use 50% of production only for medical oxygen and supply the same to the hospitals in State of Gujarat; 3. Divert only up to 50% of oxygen to the industries for industrial use; 4. Give priority to supply the oxygen to hospitals vis -a- vis industries in case need arises even if the proportion of medical oxygen goes beyond 50%. The above mentioned directions will remain in force in the State till 31st December, 2020. | Mandatory | Oxygen production units | 31-12-2020 |
| Central | Directorate General Of Civil Aviation Extends Ban On International Flights Till 31St December, 2020 | 26-11-2020 | The Directorate General of Civil Aviation ("DGCA") by a Circular dated 26th November, 2020 has extended the international flights ban till 31st December, 2020 in light of ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. This restriction will not apply to international all-cargo operations and flights approved by DGCA. However, DGCA may allow few flights on select routes on case to case basis. | Mandatory | International flights | 31-12-2020 |
| Central | Sebi Reviews Regulatory Measures Introduced Vide Sebi Press Release Dated 20Th March, 2020 | 25-11-2020 | Securities and Exchange Board of India ("SEBI") by a press release dated 25th November, 2020 has reviewed the regulatory measures introduced vide SEBI Press Release dated 20th March, 2020 keeping in view the objective of ensuring orderly trading and settlement, effective risk management, price discovery and maintenance of market integrity. Based on market feedback and changed market environment, the regulatory measures have been reviewed and the same will stand revised w.r.t. stocks in derivatives segment (F&O stocks), increase in margin for Non-F&O Stocks in Cash Market and Index Derivatives. The measures issued earlier has been amended by the present press release and the same will be in force till further Orders. For a detailed read on the amendments, please refer to the attachment. | Mandatory | Listed Companies | No end date specified |
| Chhattisgarh | District Collector Balod, Chhattisgarh Introduces Fine For People Not Wearing Masks In Public Places; Violators To Be Charged Rs. 200/- | 25-11-2020 | District Collector Balod District, Chhattisgarh in an Order dated 25th November, 2020 has introduced fine for people who don't wear masks / face cover in public places. The Order is in continuation to the Order of the Chhattisgarh Government where penalty for violation of face masks has been introduced. Now, people in public places who do not wear face masks/cover will be fined Rs. 200/-. Please note that the Order is in Vernacular and we have translated it to the best of our understanding. Once an official translation is available, we will update in case there is a requirement. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Punjab | Directorate Of Information And Public Relation, Punjab Imposes Night Curfew In All Punjab Towns And Cities From 1St December | 25-Nov-20 | The Directorate of Information and Public Relation, Punjab has ordered a fresh series of instructions regarding re-imposition of night curfew in all towns and cities as well as doubling of fine for not wearing masks or following social distancing norms, anticipating a second wave in the State. The Order shall gain effect from 1st December 2020. Key Highlights- ¢ Opening timings of all hotels, restaurants and marriage palaces shall be restricted till 9.30 p.m. ¢ Night curfew will remain in force from 10 p.m. and 5 a.m. ¢ The fine for not following COVID appropriate behaviour shall be hiked from Rs 500 to Rs 1000. ¢ The number of beds available for the influx of patients from Delhi shall be reviewed and optimised in the states private hospitals. ¢ It has been further decided by the management to further strengthen the availability of oxygen and ICU beds. ¢ The Chief Minister has also directed the Health and Medical Education departments to make emergency appointments of specialists, super-specialists, nurses and paramedics, to further augment the manpower which was recently strengthened with the recruitment of myriad doctors and specialists in the medical field. ¢ The management stressed that the District Hospitals must have 24 x 7 testing available, and the same must also be made available at other convenient locations where people can easily access the same. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Mha Issues Letters To Chief Secretaries Of States And The Administrators Of Uts On Implementing Guidelines For Surveillance, Containment And Caution In Light Of Spike In Covid-19 Cases | 25-11-2020 | The Union Home Secretary, Government of India (MHA), has written to the Chief Secretaries of all States and the Administrators of all Union Territories, in pursuance of MHA Order dated 25th November, 2020 which provides Guidelines for Surveillance, Containment and Caution. The present Order will gain effect from 1st December, 2020 and remain effective till 31st December, 2020. The letter highlights that while the active cases are decreasing, some States and Union territories are facing a spike in the number of COVID-19 cases which may aggravate in view of the ongoing festival season and the onset of winter which are favourable for the spread of the virus. Further, there is a laxity in following the guidelines issued by the MHA and the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW); It will be the responsibility of local district, police and municipal authorities to ensure that the prescribed containment measures are strictly followed. State/ UT Governments shall ensure accountability of the officers concerned in this regard; Covid-19 appropriate behaviour is also not being fully adhered to by the people. States/ UTs have been urged to take all necessary measures to promote Covid-19 appropriate behaviour. For implementing the basic requirement of wearing face mask, States/ UTs should take appropriate administrative measures, including imposition of suitable penalties; It is also necessary to regulate crowds in markets, public transport and various gatherings. MoHFW will be issuing SOPs to regulate crowds in market places and public transport, which needs to be strictly enforced by States and UTs; Furthermore, various gatherings are allowed upto a maximum of 50% of the hall capacity subject to a ceiling of 200 persons. Based on the assessment of the situation, State / UT Governments may reduce this ceiling to 100 persons or less in closed places. Moreover, in States/ UTs where the weekly case positivity rate is more than 10%, States / UTs may consider implementing staggered office timings and other suitable measures in order to reduce the number of employees attending offices; It has been emphasized that the essence behind the graded re-opening and progressive resumption of activities is to move ahead. However, there is a concomitant need to exercise due care. States and UTs, based on their assessment of the situation, may impose local restrictions such as night curfew (with a view to contain the spread of COVID-19); However, States/ UTs shall not impose local lockdowns outside the Containment Zones without prior consultation with the Central Government and there shall be no restriction on inter-State and intra-State movement of persons and goods including those for cross land-border trade under Treaties with neighbouring countries. | Mandatory | All | 31.12.2020 |
| Central | Mha Rolls Out Fresh Guidelines In Light Of Spike In New Covid-19 Cases; States To Consider Staggered Office Timings In Cities Where Weekly Case Positivity Rate (Cpr) Is Above 10%; Effective 1.12.2020 | 25-11-2020 | Further to the MHA Order dated September 30, 2020, which extended the COVID -19 restrictions till 30.11.2020, the Union Home Secretary has issued an Order dated 25th November, 2020 prescribing Guidelines for Surveillance, Containment and Caution (Guidelines) with a view to curb the spike in COVID-19 cases owing to several factors such as: ¢ Festivals ¢ Onset of winter and ¢ Laxity of observing COVID-19 guidelines issued by MHA The said Guidelines will be in force upto 31.12.2020. Please find enclosed the summary on the latest Order issued by Ministry of Home Affairs, dated 25th November, 2020. | Mandatory | All | 31.12.2020 |
| Karnataka | Karnataka Government Publishes On Its Website A "Rapid Hospital Readiness Checklist" For Hospitals | 25-11-2020 | The Government of Karnataka has issued on its website the Rapid hospital readiness checklist Interim Guidance Document dated 25th November, 2020 which has been originally issued by the World Health Organisation (WHO). Objectives of this module: Rapid hospital readiness checklist for COVID-19: The Rapid hospital readiness checklist for COVID-19 assesses hospitals governance, structures, plans and protocols to help countries rapidly determine their current capacities and gaps in services necessary to respond to the COVID19 pandemic, to help them identify major areas that require investment and action, and to develop plans to improve hospital readiness. The tool can be used periodically to monitor the development of hospitals capacity and operational readiness for emergencies. Although the Checklist's main focus is to assess hospital readiness, it can be adapted for use in long-term care facilities. In this document, the term hospital also applies to certain types of longterm care facilities. The Section on Using the Checklist describes the types of long-term care facilities for which this Checklist can be adapted. General objective: The WHO Rapid hospital readiness checklist for COVID-19 primarily assists hospitals in preparing to effectively respond to the pandemic by assessing existing capacities and identifying those areas that need further strengthening. Specific objectives The specific objectives of the Checklist are to: ¢ assess the capacities of a hospital against a set of requirements for effectively managing COVID-19 risks; ¢ identify gaps in a hospitals readiness for the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as determine how it will maintain continuity in other essential health services (i.e. business continuity); and ¢ engage hospital personnel and stakeholders in the process of applying findings from the Checklist to strengthen coordination mechanisms by adapting existing hospital emergency management mechanisms, plans or procedures to manage the COVID-19 pandemic. For a detailed read of the Checklist, please refer to the corresponding attached document. | Mandatory | Hospitals | no end date specified |
| Nagaland | Government Of Nagaland Issues Revised Sop For Travellers And Returnees Entering Nagaland | 25-11-2020 | The Government of Nagaland in a Notification dated 25th November, 2020 has issued a revised SOP for returnees and travellers entering Nagaland. The present SOP has been issued in supersession of the earlier SOP issued by the Government. There are no restrictions on the entry of returnees and travellers into the State by flight, train, or road at any entry point except the normal Inner Line permit (ILP) restrictions. The Key Highlights of the SOP are as follows - 1. It is mandatory for every returnee/inbound traveller to install and register in the nCOVID Nagaland Visitors App and Aarogya Setu before entering Nagaland. 2. Every returnee/inbound traveller will be required to submit "Self Declaration Form" and for those opting for Home Quarantine the "Undertaking for Home quarantine" needs to be submitted. The declaration forms can be submitted via nCOVID Nagaland Visitors App or online at covid19.nagaland.gov.in or by WhatsApp to the respective district's helpline number. Travellers should complete the declaration forms in advance before arrival. 3. Any returnee which is found symptomatic on arrival will have to mandatorily report to the concerned district health authority. 4. Returnee/traveller who produces a negative report of COVID-19 test done not earlier than three (3) days prior to arrival in Nagaland through RT-PCR/TrueNaT/CBNAAT will be exempted from quarantine. The returnee/traveller should carry the soft/hard of the negative test report and produce it whenever asked by the competent authority. Returnees without negative test report and asymptomatic will undergo quarantine for 10 days. 5. If a person in quarantine remains asymptomatic throughout the 10 days quarantine period, no testing will be required for release from quarantine. 6. Returnees/travellers if symptomatic on arrival, will be immediately tested. 7. If the duration of stay of any person entering the State by Air or in self-arranged conveyance is less than 48 hours, no advance testing will be required, and he/she will not be required to quarantine. The person concerned before his/her entry should however, install and register on Aarogya Setu, and during the period of stay will follow all the health safety protocols and in case of night-halt in the State will stay in a single room accommodation with attached bathroom. 8. Any person who goes out of the State by road in self arranged conveyance and returns within 24 hours without night halt, and asymptomatic on arrival at the point of Entry, will be exempted from quarantine and will carry on with his/her normal routine following all the health safety protocols. The concerned person before commencing the journey should obtain movement permit from the concerned DTF in which the point of exit falls. 9. Violators of the SOP will be penalized as per the relevant section of the Disaster Management Act 2005, and the Nagaland Epidemic Disease (COVID-19) Regulations, 2020. For a detailed read, please refer to the attached SOP. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Ministry Of Health And Family Welfare Directs National Institute Of Biologicals To Perform The Function Of Central Drugs Laboratory In Order To Meet The Emergency Requirements Arisen Owing To The Covid-19 Pandemic | 24-11-2020 | The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare in a Notification dated 24th November 2020 has directed the National Institute of Biologicals to perform the function of Central Drugs Laboratory as an additional facility in respect of COVID-19 vaccine by virtue of the powers conferred under Sections 6 and 26B read with section 33P of the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940 and Rule 3 of the Drugs and Cosmetics Rules, 1945. Under circumstances of any inconsistency between this notification and any rule made under the afore-stated Act and Rule, the provisions of this notification shall prevail over such Act and Rule in public interest in order to meet the emergency requirements arisen owing to the COVID-19 pandemic. Please note that the notification shall remain in force up-to a period of 30th November, 2021. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Jharkhand | Jharkhand Government Promulgates Jharkhand Mineral Bearing Lands (Covid-19 Pandemic) Cess Act, 2020 | 24-11-2020 | The Government of Jharkhand by a Gazette Notification dated 24th November, 2020 has promulgated the Jharkhand Mineral Bearing Land (Covid-19 Pandemic) Act, 2020 ("Act"), which is repealing the Jharkhand Mineral bearing lands (Covid-19 Pandemic) Cess Ordinance, 2020. The Act throws light on cess that has to be levied on mineral bearing land for the rehabilitation / employment of labourers / migrant labourers, creating infrastructures in the field of cottage/village industries, meme, creating employment opportunities, mitigating the hardships caused due to loss of jobs, augmenting the existing health infrastructures and for other necessary purposes in the state of Jharkhand arising out of disaster by way of COVID-19 pandemic. Under the Act, all the cess levied will be stored in a separate account which will be used for the following - 1. To mitigate the impact of disaster and epidemic; 2. To provide the rehabilitation/employment to labourers; 3. To create all such infrastructures in the field of Cottage/village Industries, MSME generating employment and mitigating the hardships caused due to loss of jobs due to the pandemic; 4. To augment the existing health infrastructures; 5. To establish the community shelters/dormitories/kitchens/food securities etc; 6. To meet the expenses for transporting the migrating labourers; 7. To provide support/compensate all such persons/families who have lost their lives, on account of this epidemic and or during their movement from other states into the state; 8. To provide all such necessary help/logistic support for proper cultivation to the Agriculturist; 9. To provide necessary logistic support for marketability of Agriculture produces; 10. To provide all necessary assistance/support to all such labourers, casual/migrant labourers, persons, who suffered loss of employment or suffered pecuniary losses during this epidemic or and for all such other purposes as the Government may specify, from time to time in the state of Jharkhand. For a detailed read on the Act, please refer to the attached document. | Mandatory | Mineral bearing land | No end date specified |
| Maharashtra | Sops Notified For Persons Travelling To Maharashtra; Rt-Pcr Negative Test Report Mandated For Passengers Travelling From Ncr Of Delhi, Rajasthan, Gujarat And Goa | 23-11-2020 | In continuation to earlier Orders for implementing phase-wise opening of lockdown and easing of restrictions, the Government of Maharashtra has issued SOPs for the persons travelling to Maharashtra by Air, Trains or Roads; the SOPs have gained effect since 25th November, 2020. Key Highlights: Domestic Air Travel: 1. All domestic passengers travelling from airports in NCR of Delhi, States of Rajasthan, Gujarat and Goa are required to carry RT-PCR negative test report with them before boarding and also show it on arrival at the airport; 2. The sample collection for the above-mentioned RT-PCR should have been done within 72 hours of scheduled time of landing at Airports in Maharashtra; 3. Passengers not having RT-PCR test reports will need to undergo compulsory RT-PCR test at the concerned airports, at their own cost; 4. The passengers will only be allowed to proceed after undertaking the test as per protocol; 5. Passengers whose report comes positive will be contacted and treated as per existing protocol. Railways: 1. All passengers travelling to Maharashtra in trains originating or having halt / stop at stations in the NCR of Delhi, States of Rajasthan, Gujarat and Goa will carry with them RT-PCR negative test report before entering Maharashtra; 2. The RT-PCR sample collection should have been done within 96 hours before the scheduled arrival in Maharashtra; 3. Passengers not having the RT-PCR test negative report will be screened for symptoms and body temperature at the alighting railway stations and the asymptomatic passengers may be allowed to go home; 4. Symptomatic passengers will be segregated and made to undergo Antigen Test. If the Antigen test is negative, the passengers will be allowed to go home; 5. Passengers not testing / found COVID-19 positive, will be sent to COVID Care Centre (CCC) for further care. The cost of the same will be borne by the passenger themselves. Road Travel: 1. All passengers coming from the NCR of Delhi, States of Rajasthan, Gujarat and Goa will be tested for symptoms including body temperature at State border; 2. passengers without symptoms will be allowed entry. Passengers with symptoms will have the option of turning back and go home to recuperate; 3. Passengers who display symptoms will be segregated and made to undergo Antigen Test. If the Antigen test comes back as negative, the passengers will be allowed to travel further into Maharashtra; 4. Passengers not testing / found COVID-19 positive will be sent to COVID Care Centre (CCC) for further care. The cost of the same will be borne by the passenger themselves. For a detailed read, please refer to the Order. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Maharashtra | Maharashtra Govt. Permits Racing Activities At The Pune Race Course Without Any Spectators | 23-11-2020 | In continuation to earlier Orders on easing of restrictions and phase wise re-opening of Lockdown (Mission Begin Again), the Government of Maharashtra has allowed racing activities at the Pune Race Course without any spectators (public) provided that the same is conducted outside the Containment Zone. The Standard Operating Procedure SOP with regards to the same will be issued by the Home Department. Please note that all norms of social distancing and precautions to prevent Covid-19 as prescribed in the earlier Orders issued by the Department have to be followed. | Mandatory | All | NO end date specified |
| Meghalaya | East Khasi Hills District, Meghalaya Issues Fresh Prohibitory Orders That Will Have To Be Followed Till 30Th November, 2020; Night Curfew Introduced Between 11:00 Pm To 5:00 Am Each Day In The District | 22-11-2020 | In light of COVID-19 pandemic in the State of Meghalaya, the District Magistrate, East Khasi Hills District in order to contain the pandemic has promulgated night curfew in East Khasi Hills District that is in force since 23rd November, 2020 upto 30th November, 2020 only for timings falling between 11:00 PM to 5:00 AM each day. Key highlights pertaining to night curfew - 1. The order will not apply to medical teams and officials on COVID-19 duty, police, security and armed forces, Civil Defence and Home Guard volunteers, wholesale and retail pharmacies, Fire and Emergency service, MeECL, NEEPCO and Power Grid, FCI vehicles, officers and staff of corona care centres, press, print and electronic, Information and Public Relations Department, National Highways & Infrastructure Development Corporation Ltd, Shillong Municipal Board and Telecom service. 2. Movement of vehicles carrying essential goods, security forces, medical equipments and shops for repair of trucks on highways are also exempted. However, drivers and attendants of the vehicles will be subject to medical screening as per laid down protocols. 3. Curfew passes for timings falling between 11:00 PM to 5:00 AM upto 30th November, 2020 can be obtained via online application at eastkhasihills.gov.in. In addition to the above, there is a prohibition of any assembly or gathering without due permission in all of East Khasi Hills District upto 30th November, 2020 only for timings falling between 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM each day. The following has been Ordered in this regard - 1. Operation of unregulated markets are prohibited and separate permission is needed from the office of the District Magistrate, East Khasi Hills District for operation of all cinema halls, swimming pools, theatres, auditoriums and similar recreational places, all forms of contact sports, competitive sports events and spectators in sports grounds and stadia. 2. All forms of large public gathering and congregation including social, political, entertainment, academic, cultural etc. are prohibited without permission from the Office of the District Magistrate, East Khasi Hills. 3. Moving in public, work places and during transport without a mask is prohibited along with spitting and consumption of liquor, paan, gutka, tobacco, etc. in public places. 4. General COVID preventive measures are to be followed such as maintaining social distancing of at least six feet, wearing of masks, respiratory etiquette etc. 5. Any individual or organization seeking to organize any function, meeting, ceremony or event will have to apply to the office of the District Magistrate, East Khasi Hills subject to a ceiling limit of 50 attendees or one-third the capacity of the hall/venue, whichever is less 6. Religious places/places of worship of all faiths are permitted to re-open subject to strict compliance to the SOP as laid down by the Government. 7. Schools will be permitted to open for activities such as teacher-student counselling, clearing doubts, addressing hard spots, sharing unit/lesson plans, assignments, submission of works, students assessment programme etc., as per guidelines issued by the Education Department, Government of Meghalaya. 8. For funeral and last rites related gatherings, the number of attendees must not exceed 50 or one-third the capacity, whichever is less. Wedding ceremonies will be allowed in compliance with the SOP issued by the Health and Family Welfare Department. However, the number of guests shall not exceed one-third the seating capacity of the place of worship/hall, while for reception the number of guests shall not be more than 50. 9. Persons above 65 years of age, persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women and children below the age of 10 years are advised to stay at home except for meeting essential requirements and for health purposes. 10. All residents of the District have to install Aarogya Setu Application and Behavioural Change Management App and regularly update their health status on the apps for containment of COVID-19 pandemic. 11. Private and public transport will operate in East Khasi Hills District as per the Order of the Transport Department, Government of Meghalaya. Further, movement of vehicles and other traffic arrangement will be regulated by the Police. 12. Inter-District movement of persons is permitted and inter-State movement of persons will be strictly monitored as per instruction of the Government of Meghalaya and all persons entering Meghalaya will have to mandatorily register for testing at http://meghalayaonline.gov.in/covid/testing.htm and they will have to strictly follow the testing and quarantine protocols issued by the Health Department. | Mandatory | All | 30-11-2020 |
| Delhi | Delhi Govt. Prescribes Fine Of Rs. 2,000/- For Violating Guidelines On Quarantine Rules, Social Distancing, Spitting In Public Places And Consumption Of Paan And Tobacco Products In Public Places | 20-11-2020 | The Lt. Governor of National Capital Territory of Delhi has prescribed a fine of Rs. 2000/- for violation of guidelines prescribed under the Delhi Epidemic Diseases, (Management of COVID-19) Regulations, 2020 ("Regulations"), with regard to any of the following: i. Observation of quarantine rules; ii. maintaining social distancing; iii. wearing of Face mask/ cover in all public places; iv. prohibition of spitting in public places; and v. prohibition on consumption of paan, gutkha, tobacco etc. in public places. Background: The above-mentioned has been made effective by amending Section 3(h) of the Regulations (which prescribe the power of authorised persons). Earlier, authorised persons could impose a fine of Rs. 500 for first violation and Rs.1000 for repeated violation of the above-mentioned guidelines. The same has been amended to enhance the penalty to Rs. 2000/- | Mandatory | All | no end date specified |
| Chandigarh | Chandigarh Administration Revises Rates For Covid-19 Test By Private Laboratories; Maximum Prices For Rt-Pcr And Rapid Antigen Test To Cost Rs. 900/- And Rs. 500/- Respectively | 20-11-2020 | The Health Department, Chandigarh (Department) has in an Order dated 20.11.2020 issued the revised rates for COVID-19 testing in Chandigarh. The maximum rates chargeable for testing by private laboratories are fixed as follows: 1. RT-PCR Testing - Rs. 900/- (Reduced from earlier fixed rate of Rs. 1200/-) 2. Rapid Antigen Test - Rs.500/- (Reduced from earlier fixed rate of Rs. 650/-) The test rates are inclusive of GST/Taxes alongwith pick-up cost, PPE, packing, transportation of samples, and documentation and reporting within Chandigarh. Additionally, all laboratories conducting COVID-19 tests have been instructed to follow the guidelines issued by ICMR from time to time. | Mandatory | Private Laboratories | No end date specified |
| Gujarat | Gujarat Government Implements Complete Curfew In Ahmedabad From 20Th November, 2020 To 23Rd November, 2020 | 19-11-2020 | With a view to control the spread of COVID-19, the Government of Gujarat has declared complete curfew in Ahmedabad from 20th November, 2020 to 23rd November, 2020. Night curfew from 9:00 pm to 6:00 am to continue thereafter. Only shops selling milk and medicines are permitted to open during the period of complete curfew. | Mandatory | all | 23-11-2020 |
| Punjab | Punjab Govt. Fixes Rates For Rt-Pcr Test For Cov Id-19; Issues Directions For Private Labs And Private Diagnostic Centres | 19-11-2020 | The Department of Health and Family Welfare, Punjab (Department) has directed that no Private laboratory should charge any amount more than Rs. 900/- for RT-PCR test for COV ID-19, inclusive of GST/Taxes, documentation and reporting in the State of Punjab. Any additional cost for home collection of samples is to be fixed by individual laboratory. The lab shall adhere to the following conditions:- a. All the testing protocols as laid down by ICMR and the Government of India and the State Government from time to time shall he followed by the Private Laboratories b. The Private Laboratories shall share the data pertaining to the results of tests for COV I D-19 with State Government and uploaded on ICMR portal on timely basis c. At the time of sampling, the identification. address and verified mobile number of the person. who is being tested. must he noted for record, as per sample referral form (SRI:). d. The data should he uploaded on the RT-PCR app at the time of taking the sample. The test report should be communicated to the patient immediately after the testing is complete e. All test results should he immediately communicated to the Civil Surgeon of the concerned district through e-mail with a copy to State IDSP cell of Punjab f. All the private NABI. R ICMR approved laboratories arcs instructed that. information of the patient should be maintained with utmost confidentiality. All the private COVID- 19 testing laboratories must preserve the RT-PCR machine generated data and graphs for future verification by the State Government. g. The laboratories arc also instructed to display rates in visible manlier. Further, in another Order, the Department has directed that no private diagnostic centre should charge any amount more that Rs.2000/- for CT Scan/HRCT Chest (inclusive of GST/Taxes, documentation and reporting in the state of Punjab. Further the diagnostic centres should adhere to the specific conditions- 1. All private diagnostic centres conducting CT Scan have to share their data with the district Civil Surgeon and they should not declare any COVID Positive or Negative report on the basis of CT Scan without confirmation from COVID laboratory. 2. The diagnostic centres should also display the rates in visible manner. | Mandatory | Private laboratories and private diagnostic centres | No end date specified |
| Puducherry | Government Of Puducherry Dispenses With The Requirement For Night Curfew; Allows Industries, Establishments, Shops Etc. To Open / Function As Per Normal Permissible Timings; Effective Since 18Th November, 2020 | 18-11-2020 | Pursuant to Unlock guidelines issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs and earlier guidelines on re-opening of more activities in a phased manner in areas outside Containment Zones (notified in earlier Order dated 30.09.2020 and 23.10.2020); the District Collector of Government of Puducherry has relaxed the following restrictions: 1. all industries, establishments, shops, hotels, restaurants, theatres and bars will remain open / function as per normal permissible times subject to the conditions mentioned in their licenses under relevant Shops and Establishment Act, Municipality Act, Excise Act etc.; 2. there shall be no night curfew; 3. time restrictions imposed in the Beach Road has been revoked with immediate effect. The other guidelines will remain the same for the time being and the above-mentioned relaxations have been effective since 18th November, 2020. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Telangana | Government Of Telangana Revises Rates Chargeable By Private Hospitals And Private Laboratories For Covid-19 Testing | 18-11-2020 | The Health, Medical and Family Welfare Department, Telangana (Department) has in an Order dated 18.11.2020 issued the revised rates for COVID-19 testing in the state of Telangana. The maximum rates chargeable for testing (RT-PCR) by private NABL & ICMR approved laboratories are fixed as follows: 1. Samples which are collected at the Labs / Hospitals (including all charges test cost +PPE etc.,)- Rs. 850 2. Samples which are collected from home (including all charges test cost + VTM + PPE etc.,) - Rs. 1200. This is a reduction from the earlier rates of Rs. 2,200 for samples which are collected at the Labs/Hospitals and Rs. 2,800 for samples collected from home. Additionally, all private NABL & ICMR approved labs have been instructed to follow the guidelines issued by ICMR from time to time. All Hospitals, Institutes and Labs must also display the revised tariffs prominently and strictly comply with the same. Non-compliance shall attract action as per the law. | Mandatory | Private laboratories, Hospitals | No end date specified |
| Delhi | Delhi Govt Notifies That The Maximum Persons Allowed In Marriage Related Gatherings Have Been Reduced From 200 Persons To 50 Persons | 18-11-2020 | The Delhi Government has notified that the number of persons allowed in marriage related gatherings in NCT of Delhi, outside the Containment Zones, shall be subject to following conditions: a. In closed spaces, a maximum of 50% of the hall capacity will be allowed, with a ceiling of 50 persons. b. requirement of wearing face masks, maintaining social distancing, provisions for thermal scanning and use of hand wash or sanitizer will continue; c. In open spaces, keeping the size of the ground /space in mind and subject to a ceiling of 50 persons, strict observance of social distancing, mandatory wearing of face masks, provision for thermal scanning and use of hand wash or sanitizer needs to be ensured. All conditions/protocols, except number of persons allowed, as stipulated in earlier SOP dated 31st October, 2020 (attached) shall continue to apply in all marriage related gatherings in NCT of Delhi. Background: The situation of COVID-19 in Delhi has been reviewed and in view of the sudden surge in the number of COVID-19 cases, further aggravated due to rising pollution levels and various other contributing factors, the ceiling for maximum persons allowed in marriage related gatherings in NCT of Delhi outside the Containment Zones have been reduced from 200 to 50 persons only. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order | Mandatory | all | no end date specified |
| Delhi | Governor Of Nct Of Delhi Extends Timelines Pertaining To Expulsion Of Members And Disputes Referred To The Registrar For Arbitration Under The Delhi Cooperative Societies Act, 2003 Till 30Th November, 2020 | 18-11-2020 | The Office of the Registrar Cooperative Societies, Government of NCT of Delhi by Notifications dated 18th November, 2020, in view of COVID-19 pandemic has issued certain Orders. The Governor of NCT of Delhi exercising its powers under the Delhi Cooperative Societies Act, 2003 ("Act") in light of various guidelines and restrictions imposed due to COVID-19 has Ordered the following - 1. All proceedings related to the proposals of expulsion of members referred by the committee of a cooperative housing society under the Act will be disposed off by 30th November, 2020 subject to the condition where the prescribed time limit of 180 days has expired and the final orders are yet to be passed. 2. All proceedings related to the question whether dispute referred to the Registrar under the Act for Arbitration and is not a dispute which is touching the constitution, management or the business of the cooperative society which are pending decision will now be decided by 30th November, 2020. | Mandatory | Cooperative societies | 30-11-2020 |
| Delhi | Governor Of Nct Of Delhi Extends The Timeline For Election And Nominations Of Members Of Committee; Tenure Of Existing Committees Of Certain Societies Has Been Extended Till Election Of The New Committee | 18-11-2020 | The Office of the Registrar Cooperative Societies, Government of NCT of Delhi by Notification dated 18th November, 2020, in view of COVID-19 pandemic has issued Order pertaining to election of and nomination of members of committee. The Governor of NCT of Delhi exercising its powers under the Delhi Cooperative Societies Act, 2003 ("Act") in light of various guidelines and restrictions imposed due to COVID-19 has Ordered that in the case of cooperative societies, other than housing cooperative societies, whose membership exceeds One Thousand and where the election for constituting the new committees of the societies could not be conducted so far, the existing committees will arrange election of the new committee alongwith their AGM to be held between 20/11/2020 and 31/12/2020. The tenure of the existing Committees of these societies have been extended till the election of the new committees. By earlier Order of the Department it was stipulated that General Body Meeting ("GBM") of members of the society can be convened between 20th November and 31st December, 2020 and under the prevailing condition of COVID-19 it would not be expedient to hold separate GBMs for election. | Mandatory | Cooperative societies | No end date specified |
| Rajasthan | Schools, Colleges And Educational And Coaching Institutions In Rajasthan To Remain Closed Till 30Th November, 2020 In Light Of Covid-19 Pandemic | 17-11-2020 | The Home Department, Government of Rajasthan by an Order dated 17th November, 2020 has extended the closure Ordered for schools, colleges and educational and coaching institutions till 30th November, 2020. By earlier Order dated 1st November, 2020, schools, colleges and educational and coaching institutions were Ordered to remain closed for students and regular class activities till 16th November, 2020 but by the present Order, this has been extended till 30th November, 2020. | Mandatory | Schools, colleges and educational and coaching institutions | 30-11-2020 |
| Telangana | Telangana Government Modifies The Unlock 5 Order Permitting A Maximum Of 100 People For Social / Academic / Sports / Entertainment / Cultural / Religious / Political Functions | 16-11-2020 | Government of Telangana partially modifies its Unlock 5 Order previously issued on 07.10.2020. With this modification the Government has specified the following conditions under which social / academic / sports / entertainment / cultural / religious / political functions and other gatherings can be held beyond the limit of 100 persons, outside Containment Zones. 1. In closed spaces, a maximum of 50% of hall capacity will be allowed, with a ceiling of 200 persons. Wearing of face masks, maintaining social distancing, provision for thermal scanning and use of hand wash or sanitizer will be mandatory. 2. In open spaces, keeping the size of the ground / space in view, and with strict observance of social distancing, mandatory wearing of face masks, provision for thermal scanning and hand wash or sanitizer more number of people may be permitted by District Collector(s) / Commissioner(s) of Police / Superintendent(s) of Police / Local bodies | Mandatory | Individuals | No end date specified |
| Meghalaya | Dm Of East Khasi Hills In Meghalaya Notifies Guidelines For Opening Of Shops In East Khasi Hills; Shops To Ensure Compliance With The Advisories Issued By The Health And Family Welfare Department | 16-Nov-20 | The District Magistrate of East Khasi Hills in Meghalaya has directed the following with regard to opening of shops in Khasi hills: i shops with serial numbers 5, 6, 1 and 2 will be open on 16th, 19th, 25th and 28th November 2020 respectively; ii. shops with serial numbers 3, 4, 5 and 6 will open on 17th, 20th, 23rd and 26th November 2020; iii. shops with serial numbers 1, 2, 3 and 4 will open on 18th, 21st, 24th and 27th November 2020 . The Incident Commander, Magistrates and Police shall regulate the operation of such shops and ensure that such shops ensure compliance with the advisories issued by the Health and family Welfare Department with special emphasis on maintaining social distance. The public has been requested to maintain social distancing of at least 6 feet and not overcrowd in one area or shop. Wearing of masks has been mandated in shops and non-compliance thereof will entail closure of shops. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Maharashtra | Religious Places Allowed To Open In Maharashtra Since 16Th November, 2020; Sops Notified For Measures To Contain The Spread Of Covid-19 In Such Places | 14-11-2020 | The Government of Maharashtra has allowed religious places and places of worship for public to open outside Containment Zones (as per timings decided by the trust/board/authority of the respective religious places), since 16th November, 2020, and notified guidelines/SOPs on preventive measures to contain the spread of COVID-19 in such places: Key Highlights: 1. Basic COVID-19 precautions such as wearing face masks, maintaining 6 feet distance, frequent washing of hands with soap and proper respiratory etiquettes, etc.; 2. mandatory hand hygiene (sanitizer dispenser) and thermal screening provisions at the entrance; 3. only asymptomatic to be allowed inside the premises; 4. Posters/ standees on preventive measures to curb the spread of COVID-19 to be displayed; 5. Visitors should be provided staggered entry; 6. Large gatherings and congregations remain prohibited; 7. Specific markings may be made with sufficient distance to manage the queue and ensure social distancing in the premises; 8. there must be separate entry and exit points; 9. Touching of statues/idols/holy books etc. are not allowed; 10. Physical offerings like prasad and distribution or sprinkling of holy water not allowed inside the premises; 11. The premises must be frequently sanitized along with proper disinfection of frequently touched surfaces; For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order | Mandatory | Religious places/places of worship | No end date specified |
| Delhi | In Light Of The Festivals, Onset Winter, Marriage Season, Pollution Effects On Health, Government Of Delhi Issues Directions For Directions For Strict Compliance In The Ncr Region | 13-11-2020 | In an Order dated 13th November, 2020, the Health and Family Welfare Department, Government of Delhi (Department) has issued the following directions for strict compliance in the State- 1. All cases of symptomatic negatives of Rapid Antigen Tests should be Re¬tested with a follow-up RT-PCR tests. 2. Tracing should be paid proper attention and it should be ensured that the contacts traced should be subjected to immediate testing and be kept under effective isolation till the test outcome. 3. Patients under home isolation should be regularly evaluated and physically visited by health teams to ensure proper adherence to isolation standards, 4. Analysis of cases emerging from entertainment areas, markets, workplaces and metro like services should be immediately conducted to identify possible clusters and immediate containment measures should be initiated. 5. More human resource such as civil defense volunteers and municipal sanitary inspectors should be identified and deployed for enforcing COVID appropriate behaviour and to prevent Fatigue amongst frontline workers. 6. People must be urged to celebrate festivals inside their homes, with their families and avoid gatherings. 7. Timely data updation on ICMR and COVID India portal. Background- The above instructions have been issued in light of the festivals, onset winter, marriage season, pollution effects on health, continuing return of migrants, and general increase of social, religious and economic activities due to the unlock implemented in the State. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Karnataka | Health Department Of Karnataka Issues Revised Guidelines For International Returnees Into The State (Version 5) | 13-11-2020 | The Health Department of Karnataka has issued revised guidelines for international returnees to Karnataka (Version 5). The guidelines are in line with recent revision of guidelines for international arrivals which were rolled out by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India. The guidelines are as follows: 1. Before planning for travel: a. travellers to submit self-declaration form on the online portal https://www.newdelhiairport.in/airsuvidha/apho-registrationat least 72 hours before the scheduled date of travel; b. before being allowed to undertake the journey, travellers to provide an undertaking on the portal or Ministry of Civil Aviation through the concerned airline that they would abide by the decision of the appropriate government authority to undergo facility quarantine or home quarantine or self monitoring of health for 14 days; c. international passengers arriving in Karnataka will have to undergo a mandatory 14 days of home quarantine. However, they may seek exemption from home quarantine by submitting a negative RT-PCR test report. This test should have been conducted within 72 hours prior to undertaking the journey and the test report should be uploaded on the online portal; d. international passengers arriving without an RT-PCR negative certificate and seeking exemption from home quarantine may also avail the facility available at the airports to undergo RT-PCR testing; e. international passengers arriving without RT-PCR negative certificate and not opting for RT-PCR test at airport (if facility is available) / arriving at an airport where testing facility is not available will have to undergo mandatory 14 days of home quarantine; f. only for compelling reasons / cases of human distress such as pregnancy, death in family, serious illness and parents with children of the age of 10 years or below and not having a negative RT-PCR report will be permitted to self-monitor their health for 14 days from date of arrival in India. 2. Before Boarding: a. the tickets provided to the passengers will have Do's and Don'ts about COVID-19 quarantine, testing, etc.; b. all passengers are advised to download Arogya Setu app, Quarantine watch app and Apthamitra App on their mobile devices. (https://covid19.karnataka.gov.ininew¬page/softwaresien); c. At the time of boarding, only asymptomatic travellers will be allowed after thermal screening; 3. During Travel: a. Travellers who had not filled the self-declaration form on the portal will have to fill the same in duplicate in the flight/ship and a copy of the same provided to health and immigration officials present at the airport/seaport. However, such travellers may also submit self-declaration form on the portal -(https://www.newdelhiairport.in/airsuvidha/apho-registration) at arriving airport/ seaport; b. While on board the flight/ship, required precautions such as wearing of facemasks, environmental hygiene, respiratory hygiene, hand hygiene etc. are to be observed by airline/ship staff, crew, and all passengers. 4. On Arrival: a. De-boarding to be ensured by physical distancing of 2 meters; b. Proper screening to be ensured of all passengers and self-declaration form to be obtained from each passenger; 5. International passengers arriving at seaports: a. International Passengers arriving through seaports will also have to undergo the same protocol as mentioned above, except that facility for online registration is not available for such passengers currently; b. Passengers to submit self-declaration form to the concerned authorities at seaports on arrival; 6. International passengers of other states arriving in Karnataka, if asymptomatic will be allowed to go to respective states with advice of home quarantine for 14 days; 7. Business travellers, short-term travellers and students who are writing exams in Karnataka will carry a negative RT-PCR test report which should have been conducted within 72 hours prior to undertaking the journey, will be exempted from home quarantine. However, they will undertake self-monitoring of their health for 14 days from date of arrival in India; 8. The cost of COVID-19 test if done, will be paid by the passengers themselves as per guidelines issued by Government of Karnataka from time to time; 9. Appropriate actions to be taken by the authorities if the passengers are found COVID-19 positive upon arrival; 10. Symptomatic passengers with fever, cough, cold, sore throat, loss of taste, loss of smell, weakness, body ache, diarrhoea, difficulty in breathing shall be segregated from other passengers and sent to dedicated COVID Health Centre for COVID testing for further action on the basis of test results; 11. Asymptomatic passengers opting for exemption from home quarantine shall undertake self monitoring of health for 14 days and be exempt from home quarantine; 12. International passengers arriving without RT-PCR negative certificate and not opting for RT-PCR test at airport / arriving at an airport where facility is not available, will have to undergo mandatory 14 days of home quarantine; For a detailed read, please refer to the corresponding guidelines. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Karnataka | Karnataka Issues Guidelines On Sample Collection And Packaging By Pooling For Shifting The Sample To Lab For Covid Testing | 13-11-2020 | The Health Department of Karnataka has issued guidelines to be followed while moving samples to laboratories for COVID-19 testing. 1.Inform all the swab collectors if their Taluka / Zone is notified for pooling based on the last one week's positivity rate (should be <5%). 2.Train the swab collectors to segregate the samples at the point of collection as provided below: a.Category A: should include the samples from all symptomatic individuals, dead patients and primary contacts of known positives. (Note: Only close contacts like family members should be considered in this category). b.Category B, should include samples from all other asymptomatic individuals. 3.Box containing Category B samples should be labelled as below: "Samples for Pooling" "Name of the Taluk: XYZ" The spreadsheet for sharing the data of both taluk wise sample collection with number of proposed samples for pooling and testing details at COVID lab must be updated on daily basis on the weblink - https://drive.google.comlfile/d/1VlBuuDjpE0uOjoGx4DKnTb2XRzbFHNYH/view?usp=sharing | Mandatory | Laboratories | No End date Specified |
| Maharashtra | Maharashtra Govt. Issues Mumbai Municipal Corporation (Amendment) Ordinance, 2020; Informs That Property Tax Of Any Building Or Land For The Year 2020-2021 Will Be The Same As 2019-2020 | 13-11-2020 | The Urban Development Department, Maharashtra, has issued the Mumbai Municipal Corporation (Amendment) Ordinance (Ordinance) in order to further amend the Mumbai Municipal Corporation Act, 1888 (Act). The Ordinance has gained immediate effect. A new provision has been inserted in *Section 154 which deals with Rateable value or capital value how to be determined. Notwithstanding anything mentioned in **subsection 1(C) of the abovementioned section, the following subclauses have been inserted - ¢ Due to the spread of the pandemic, the capital value of a building/ land which has been fixed as per subsection 1(A) will not be revised for the year 2020-21. ¢ The property tax of any building or land for the year 2020-2021 will be the same as 2019-2020. ¢ The capital value of any building or land will be revised in 2021-2022. ¢ The next revision of the capital value of any building or land will be done in 2025-2026 and will thereafter be done as per subsection 1(C). Background: Owing to the pandemic and the lockdown that has been implemented, small scale industries, educational institutions, factories, development work have suffered adverse economic effects. Various owners, institutions and peoples representatives have made the representation for exemption of payment of property tax or concession with respect to it. In light of the prevailing situation and the representations received, the present Ordinance has been promulgated. ____________________________ *Section 154 of the Act deals with Rateable value 8[or capital value] how to be determined. **Section 154 (1C)- The capital value of any building or land fixed under sub-section (1A) shall be revised every five years : Provided that, the Commissioner may, for reasons to be recorded in writing, revise the capital value of any building or land any time during the said period of five years and shall accordingly amend the assessment book in relation to such building or land under section 167. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Karnataka | Karnataka Allows Re-Opening Of Water Based Activities In Entertainment Parks Subject To Conditions; Swimming Pools To Remain Closed | 12-11-2020 | The Commissionerate, Health and Family Welfare Services, Karnataka (Department) has, in a Circular dated November 12, 2020 permitted the water based activities and water rides in Entertainment Parks to be opened subject to ensuring adequate and regular water filtration and chlorination. However, it is clarified that swimming pools will continue to remain closed. The present Order is in continuation of the earlier issued guidelines on implementing preventive measures in Entertainment Parks and other similar places to contain the spread of COVID-19. | Mandatory | Entertainment parks | No End date Specified |
| Haryana | Haryana Govt. Reduces The Rate Of Truenat Testing In The State; Applicable To All Private Laboratories | 12-11-2020 | In continuation to its previous Orders, the Department of Health and Family Welfare, Government of Haryana (Department) in an order dated 12th November, 2020 the has directed private laboratories in the State to adhere to the following rates for COVID 19 testing inclusive of GST/ Taxes (if any), cost involved in pick up, PPE , packing, transportation of samples, documentation, reporting in the state of Haryana- 1. CBNAAT Testing Rs. 2,400/- (already fixed) 2. TrueNat Testing Rs. 1,250 (Earlier Rs.2,000/-) 3. RtPCR Testing- Rs. 900/- (already fixed) 4. Rapid Antigen Testing- Rs. 500/- (already fixed) 5. IgG based ELISA Testing- Rs. 250/- (already fixed) It is reiterated that, all the laboratories conducting COVID-19 testing have been directed to adhere to the guidelines and SOPs mentioned in the earlier Orders, and follow all testing protocols laid down by ICMR and MoHFW, Govt. of India from time to time. | Mandatory | laboratories | no end date specified |
| Haryana | Haryana Allows Bursting Of Only Green Crackers On Specified Festivals From 08.00 Pm Till 10.00 Pm Only | 11-11-2020 | In an Order dated November 11, 2020 the Deputy Commissioner, Panchkula, Haryana has prohibited the bursting of crackers in District Panchkula subject to the followings exemptions:- 1. Only green crackers are permitted . 2. Bursting of crackers shall be allowed on Diwali days or on any other festivals like Gurupurab etc. from 08.00 pm till 10.00 pm only. The step is taken as a measure of precaution in view of COVID-19 pandemic and considering the health of citizens. It is observed that amidst the COVID-19 pandemic through which the State of Haryana is passing and the onset of winter season, the elderly, children, persons with co-morbidities and others, may develop respiratory problem. Further, during the approaching festive season of Diwali, Gurupurab and Kartik Purnima, people usually burst crackers which can adversely affect the respiratory health of vulnerable groups, besides, aggravating health condition of COVID-19 positive persons and persons staying in home isolation. In view of this and pursuant to the Hon'ble NGT order dated 09.11.2020 the present Order is issued. The Regional Officer, Haryana State Pollution Control Board, Panchkula has been directed to strictly monitoring in the District, Panchkula for 14 days for air quality parameters proposed by CPCB with regard to bursting of firecrackers. The Deputy Commissioner of Police, Panchkula Sub Divisional Magistrate and all Executive Magistrates and SHOs are responsible for enforcement of the prohibitory orders. A violation the Order will invite immediate penal action under Section 51 to 60 of Disaster Management Act, 2005 besides legal action under Section 188 of the IPC and others provisions as applicable. | Mandatory | Individuals | NA |
| Jammu And Kashmir | State Executive Committee, Jammu And Kashmir Issues Directions Regarding Activities Related To Sale And Use Of Fire Crackers In The Capital Cities Of Jammu And Srinagar | 10-11-2020 | In light of approaching festive season of Diwali, Gurupurab, Kartik Purnima, Christmas and New Year, the Department of Disaster Management, Relief, Rehabilitation and Reconstruction, Jammu and Kashmir has issued directions regarding activities related to sale and use of fire crackers in the capital cities of Jammu and Srinagar. As the festival season is approaching, the use of fire crackers during the COVID-19 pandemic and the approaching winters can affect the respiratory health of vulnurable groups, besides aggravating the health condition of COVID-19 patients/persons staying in home isolation. Therefore the State Executive Committee has decided to issue the directions in continuation to the Hon'ble National Green Tribunal ("NGT") Order dated 9th November, 2020 which instructed the States/UTs about the sale and use of crackers during the festive season. The following directions will have to be followed in the capital cities of Jammu and Srinagar - 1. Only green crackers will be permitted for sale and use in the cities of Jammu and Srinagar; 2. The use/bursting of these green crackers will be restricted to only two hours during the festivals. The timing will be 8 pm to 10 pm on Diwali and Gurupurab, from 6 am to 8 am on Chatt and from 11:55 pm to 12:30 am on eve of Christmas and New Year; Any violation of the above mentioned directions will attract immediate penal action under Section 51 to 60 of Disaster Management Act, 2005 besides legal action under Section 188 of the IPC and other provisions as applicable. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Karnataka | Karnataka Government Issues Guidelines To Be Followed In The State While Celebrating Diwali | 10-11-2020 | In consonance with the Order dated 9th November, 2020 issued by the Honble Green Tribunal, the Government of Karnataka has rolled out guidelines to be followed in the State while celebrating Diwali: ¢ Green firecrackers are allowed; ¢ Temporary green fireworks stores are permitted to open; ¢ Further, such stores to display a copy of license issued by the concerned Authority; ¢ The green fire work stores have to ensure daily santization and maintain 6 feet social distancing; ¢ There should not be any crowding while purchasing fireworks; Central Pollution Control Board, Regional Directorate, Bangalore and Karnataka State Pollution Control Board will monitor the quality of air throughout the State and display the reports on their websites and send reports to the Central Pollution Control Board, New Delhi. The above-mentioned guidelines will remain in force till 30th November, 2020. Please note that the Order is in Vernacular and we have translated it to the best of our understanding. Once an official translation is available, we will update in case there is a requirement | mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Icmr Issues Evidence Based Advisory On Molecular Testing Of Covid-19 | 10-11-2020 | The Indian Council of Medical Research has on 10th November, 2020 issued an evidence based advisory on molecular testing of COVID-19 along with availability of testing platforms and their recommended use, as follows - i. Molecular diagnosis of SARS-CoV-2 is considered to be the best diagnostic modality for early detection of infection. ii. Amongst molecular diagnostics, open system real-time reverse transcriptase polymerase chain reaction (rRT-PCR) was the first approach to be adopted globally. iii. Given the need for rapidly implementing large scale testing for SARS-CoV-2, the field of molecular diagnostics for SARS-CoV-2 has evolved rapidly. Now other technologies like closed system RT-PCR i.e., CBNAAT platforms, RT-LAMP assays and CRISPR-based diagnostics have also become available. iv. All these platforms are validated with open system rRT-PCR test as gold standard and are approved for use only if they have sensitivity and specificity comparable to the open system rRT-PCR. v. In view of this, the closed system RT-PCR i.e., CBNAAT platforms like TrueNat, GeneXpert, USFDA approved cartridge based systems like Abott and other platforms like RT-LAMP assay, CRISPR based tests etc. are considered equivalent to the open system rRT-PCR. vi. The available newer molecular assays as well as other evolving molecular technologies, if validated and found comparable to open system rRT-PCR, can be equally considered for use. | Advisory | Pharmaceutical and Laboratories | |
| Central | Mca Allows Belated Filings Due Till 30.11.2020 To Be Filed Under The Llp Settlement Scheme, 2020; Statement Of Account And Solvency For Fy 2019-20 Signed Beyond The Period Of 6 Months From End Of Fy But Not Later Than 30.11.2020 Not To Be Considered As Non-Compliance | 09-11-2020 | The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has in a Circular dated November 9, 2020 issued further relaxation with regard to the applicability of the LLP Settlement Scheme 2020 (Scheme) to a defaulting LLP. As per the Scheme any defaulting LLP was permitted to file belated documents which were due for filing till 31st August 2020 in accordance with the provisions of the Scheme. Now, this date has been extended to 30th November 2020, and accordingly, belated filings due till then can be filed under this Scheme. Additionally, the Circular specifies that if a statement of account and solvency for the financial year 2019-2020 has been signed beyond the period of 6 months from the end of financial year but not later than 30th November, 2020, the same will not be deemed as non-compliance. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended document. | Mandatory | LLP | 31-12-2020 |
| Madhya Pradesh | Madhya Pradesh Govt. Issues Order For Controlling The Spread Of The Pandemic Covid 19 During Winter Season | 09-11-2020 | The Health Department of Madhya Pradesh (Department) has issued the following guidelines with a view to control the spread of COVID-19 during winter: A. Precautions to be taken at workplace: ¢ Workplaces to ensure regular disinfection of open areas such as gardens, food courts, etc. with 1% sodium hypochlorite solution; ¢ Workplaces to ensure that the handles, lift buttons, hand rails, swings, slips - straps, chairs, tables, benches, toilet taps, etc. and wall and floor are cleaned with 1% sodium hypochlorite solution before opening the office; ¢ Adequate arrangement of soap or hand sanitizer should be made at hand washing places at workplaces; ¢ Cleanliness of drinking water and hand washing stations, toilets, showers etc. should be ensured. Dustbins with lid should be placed in public places so that the face cover / mask used by the employees and staff can be safely disposed; B. General instructions for the control of COVID 19: ¢ Proper protection to be ensured from exposure to cold by using long sleeved clothing and woollen clothes or multi-layered garments; ¢ Awareness to be ensured with regard to measures for protecting head and feet from cold alongwith preventive measures against sudden change in body temperature; ¢ During the winter season, smoke or polluted air tends to accumulate downwards, which may cause problems for people with respiratory / heart disease as well as the elderly. Therefore, such persons should avoid stepping out of the house; ¢ People should avoid going to closed and crowded places like markets, amusement parks, theatres, religious events, wedding ceremonies etc. ¢ Social distancing of 6 feet to be ensured; ¢ Use of face cover / mask is mandatory; C. The Order further provides administrative directions stating that adequate arrangements should be made for clean and washed quilt blankets in hospitals, essential medicines for management of respiratory problems, oxygen supply, etc. Please note that the Order is in Vernacular and we have translated it to the best of our understanding. Once an official translation is available, we will update in case there is a requirement. | mandatory | all | No end date specified |
| Haryana | Dm, Rewari Prohibits The Use Of Any Type Of Crackers In The Territorial Limits Of District Rewari | 06-11-2020 | In an Order dated 6th November, 2020 the District Magistrate, Rewari has prohibited the use of any type of crackers in the territorial limits of District Rewari. Violation of the Order will attract penalties under the provisions of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 and Explosives Act, 1884 and Explosives Rules, 2008. The Order has gained effect immediately and will remain in force till 15th November, 2020. The Superintendent of Police, DMs and other officers are directed to ensure strict compliance of the Order. They are further directed to conduct raids along-with the SHO concerned and initiate penal action. | Mandatory | NA | 15-11-2020 |
| Chandigarh | Chandigarh Imposes Complete Ban On Sale Or Use Of Firecrackers; Violation To Attract Penalty | 06-11-2020 | In an Order dated November 6, 2020 the State Disaster Management Authority, Chandigarh has imposed a complete ban on the sale or use of firecrackers of any kind throughout the union territory in order to prevent the risk of spreading Covid-19 due to pollution resulting from bursting of such firecrackers. The Order also states that a violation in this regard would attract penalty under section 51 to 60 of the Disaster Management Act, 2005. | Mandatory | Fire crackers manufacturing/ selling,, Individuals | No end date specified |
| Delhi | Delhi Pollution Control Committee Imposes Complete Ban On Bursting And Sale Of All Kinds Of Firecrackers In The Nct Of Delhi | 06-11-2020 | In the wake of the crisis caused by the COVID-19 pandemic along with high air pollution in Delhi, the Delhi Pollution Control Committee ("DPCC") has imposed a complete ban on bursting and sale of all kinds of fire crackers with effect since 7th November, 2020 upto 30th November, 2020 in the NCT of Delhi. Background: In an earlier Notification dated 29th October, 2020, DPCC had prohibited the bursting of fire crackers and restricted Licensed Traders from selling / storing firecrackers except those with reduced emission and in compliance with PESO prescribed standards. The present Notification is in supersession of the earlier directions and imposes a complete ban on selling and bursting of firecrackers. For a detailed read, please refer to the corresponding Notification | Mandatory | All | 30.11.2020 |
| Karnataka | Karnataka Labour Dept. Issues Advisory To Employers Regarding Grant Of Leave To Employees Infected With Covid-19 For The Period Of Quarantine; Move Aimed At Containment Of Covid-19 And Ensuring Safety Of Employees | 06-11-2020 | In light of the fact that COVID-19 infected persons are required to be under quarantine, the Karnataka Labour Department has issued an advisory to employers of private establishments with regard to grant of leaves to employees who have been infected with COVID-19 and are quarantined: Key Highlights: 1. The period for which an employee needs to be quarantined owing to COVID-19 infection shall not be treated as unauthorised leave; 2. Allow COVID-19 infected employees to utilize their quota of leaves for the period during which they are required to be under quarantine; 3. The employees not covered under the purview of ESIC and not entitled to leaves, to be granted leave for quarantine upon being infected by COVID-19; 4. In case some employees do not have leaves on their account, employers have been advised to facilitate transfer of leave from the account of other employees in order for them to undergo quarantine; 5. If employees have utilized their leaves, employers have been advised to provide advance leaves for the COVID-19 positive employees to be able to quarantine themselves; 6. When employers are unable to grant leave to employees and if such employees do not have any leave in their quota, employers and employee may consult with each other regarding granting of special leaves for such period and reach an amicable solution; The above-mentioned guidelines have been prescribed to ensure containment of COVID-19 and safety of employees. Please note that the Order is in Vernacular and we have translated it to the best of our understanding. Once an official translation is available, we will update in case there is a requirement. | Advisory | Private Offices | No end date specifed |
| Rajasthan | Rajasthan State Assembly Passes The Rajasthan Epidemic Diseases (Amendment) Bill, 2020; Mandates Wearing Masks /Face Cover In Public Places Including Workplaces, Private/Public Transport, Gatherings Etc. | 05-11-2020 | The Government of Rajasthan has introduced the Rajasthan Epidemic Diseases (Amendment) Bill, 2020 (Bill) in the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly on 31st October, 2020 which was subsequently passed on 2nd November, 2020. The Bill proposes amendments to the Rajasthan Epidemic Diseases Act, 2020. Through this Bill, the Government has proposed to add a new clause to prohibit the movement of any person in public place, public transport, private transport, workplace or any social, political, general function or gathering without properly covering his mouth and nose with face mask or face cover. The amendment will be effective upon being published in the Official Gazette. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| West Bengal | Calcutta High Court Issues Order Specifying Covid-19 Protocol To Be Followed During Kali Puja; Imposes Restrictions On Bursting/Selling Of Firecrackers | 05-11-2020 | The Calcutta High Court (Court) has in an Order dated November 5, 2020 issued certain guidelines/ protocols to be followed with regard to the upcoming Kali Puja celebrations. Taking a cue from the earlier orders issued with regard to Durga Puja, the Court has issued the present Order in the matter of Ms. Anasua Bhattacharya Vs. State of West Bengal & Ors. 1. All pandals will continue to be No-Entry Zones, including an area of 5 metre beyond the pandals on all the open sides. Only dhakis will be permitted to occupy the space beyond the pandals and within the 5 metre zone. Except for dhakis, the 5 metre zone must be kept completely free at all times. 2. For the smaller pandals, where the covered area excluding the dais is upto 150 square metre, only 10 persons are allowed be in such covered area at any given point of time. For pandals with a covered area between 150 square metre and 300 square metre excluding the dais, the number of persons at any point of time may be 15. For bigger pandals, in excess of 300 square metre in area excluding the dais, a maximum of 45 persons can be within the pandals at any given point of time. 3. Sanitisers must be available at the puja pandals and wearing of masks is mandatory within and around the pandal area. Distancing norms must be maintained at all times both within the pandals and in an around the pandals. 4. Immersions to be low-key affairs. Processions for such purpose to not be permitted. The use of bands and lights at the time of immersion is prohibited. Local police may provide for staggered timings so that the immersion ghats are not overcrowded. The Court also directed the State to ensure that there is no use or display or bursting of firecrackers at all during the Kali Puja and Diwali celebrations. Only wax or oil-based diyas would have to suffice in view of the larger public interest. It was clarified that this direction pertaining to firecrackers will be effective all over West Bengal and will also extend to Chhat Puja, Jagadhatri Puja and Guru Nanaks birthday celebrations coming up. The Court further directed that the police must maintain a strict vigil to ensure that there is no sale or purchase of firecrackers of any form in the State between now and the end of the month. Every effort must be made to confiscate firecrackers and any kind of like material which have the potential to pollute the air. Immediate appropriate measures must be taken by the police against those seeking to act in contravention of these directions and the State must ensure that no firecrackers of any kind are brought into the State, except for immediate transit to another State. The Order clarifies that the word firecrackers used in the Order will include all types of sparklers and the like, whether or not the use or burning thereof involves any sound or light being generated. For a detailed read of the Order, please refer to the attached file. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Mohfw Revises Guidelines For International Arrival; International Passengers Arriving Without An Rt-Pcr Negative Certificate Can Undergo Rt-Pcr Testing At The Airport | 05-11-2020 | The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (Ministry) has, in an Order dated 5th November, 2020 issued Guidelines for international arrivals (Guidelines) in supersession of the earlier Guidelines dated 2nd August, 2020. A. Before Planning for Travel i. All travellers must submit self-declaration form on the online portal (www.newdelhiairport.in) at least 72 hours before the scheduled travel or physically after arrival at the respective health counters. ii. Give an undertaking on the portal or otherwise to Ministry of Civil Aviation, Govt. of India, through concerned airlines before they are allowed to undertake the journey that they would abide by the decision of the appropriate government authority to undergo facility / home quarantine/ self-monitoring of their health for 14 days, or as warranted. iii. Only for compelling reasons/ cases of human distress such as pregnancy, death in family, serious illness and parent(s) with children of the age of 10 years or below, home quarantine may be permitted for 14 days. If you wish to seek for exemption apply to the online portal (www.newdelhiairport.in) at least 72 hours before boarding. The decision taken by the government as communicated on the online portal will be final. iv. Travelers may also seek exemption from institutional quarantine by submitting a negative RT-PCR test report. This test should have been conducted within 72 hrs prior to undertaking the journey. The test report should be uploaded on the portal for consideration. Each passenger shall also submit a declaration with respect to authenticity of the report and will be liable for criminal prosecution, if found otherwise. The test report could also be produced upon arrival at the point of entry airport in India. v. International passengers arriving without an RT-PCR negative certificate and wishing to seek exemption from institutional quarantine may also avail the facility available at the airports to undergo RT-PCR testing (where such provisions exist) vi. All such passengers opting for exemption from institutional quarantine as in para (iv) & (vi) must undertake self-monitoring of their health and will be exempted from quarantine. viii. International passengers arriving without RT-PCR negative certificate and not opting for RT PCR test at airport (if facility is available) /arriving at an airport where testing facility is not available will have to undergo mandatory 7 days institutional quarantine and 7 days home quarantine. B. Before Boarding i. Dos and Don'ts shall be provided along with ticket to the travellers by the airlines/agencies concerned. ii. All passengers shall be advised to download Aarogya Setu app on their mobile devices. iii. At the time of boarding the flight, only asymptomatic travellers will be allowed to board after thermal screening. iv. Suitable precautionary measures such as environmental sanitation and disinfection shall be ensured at the airports. v. During boarding all possible measures to ensure physical distancing are to be ensured. C. During Travel i. Travellers who had not filled in self-declaration form on the portal shall fill the same in duplicate in the flight and a copy of the same will be given to Health and Immigration officials present at the airport. ii. Suitable announcement about COVID-19 including precautionary measures to be followed shall be made at airports and in flights and during transit. iii. While on board the flight, required precautions such as wearing of masks, environmental hygiene, respiratory hygiene, hand hygiene etc. are to be observed by airline staff, crew and all passengers. D. On Arrival i. Deboarding should be done ensuring physical distancing. ii. Thermal screening would be carried out in respect of all the passengers by the Health officials present at the airport. The self-declaration form filled online shall be shown (or a copy of physical self-declaration form to be submitted) to the airport health staff. iii. The passengers found to be symptomatic during screening shall be immediately isolated and taken to medical facility as per health protocol. iv. Post thermal screening, the passengers who have been exempted from institutional quarantine will show the same to the respective State Counters on their cell phones/other mode before being allowed home quarantine for 14 days. v. Post thermal screening, the passengers who have RT-PCR negative certificates already with them will be exempt from quarantine and shall be allowed to leave and undertake self-monitoring of their health for 14 days. vi. All such passengers will also be provided the list of the national and state level surveillance officers and the respective call centre numbers, so as to inform state/national Call Centre in case they develop symptoms at any time during the quarantine or self-monitoring of their health. vii. The remaining passengers shall be taken to suitable institutional quarantine facilities, to be arranged by the respective State/ UT Governments to undergo mandatory 7 days institutional quarantine and 7 days home quarantine. viii. These passengers shall be kept under institutional quarantine for a minimum period of 7 days. a. They shall be tested as per ICMR protocol. b. If they are assessed as asymptomatic / pre-symptomatic/ very mild cases, they will be allowed home isolation or isolated in the Covid Care Centre (both public & private facilities) as appropriate. c. Those having mild/ moderate/ severe symptoms will be admitted to dedicated Covid Health facilities and managed accordingly. d. If found negative, they shall be advised to self-monitor their health for additional 7 days. E. International passengers arriving at seaports/land ports i. International Passengers arriving through seaports/land ports will also have to undergo the same protocol as above, except that facility for online registration is not available for such passengers currently. ii. Such passengers shall submit the self-declaration form to the concerned authorities of Government of India at seaports/land ports on arrival. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Tamil Nadu | If The Govt Communicates The Order Granting/ Refusing Layoff Within The Stipulated Period Of 60 Days, The Petitioner Does Not Have The Benefit Of Deemed Approval; Says Tn Labour Department | 05-11-2020 | If the Government communicates the Order granting/ refusing layoff within the stipulated period of 60 days, the petitioner applying for a lay off does not have the benefit of deemed approval as per *Section 25M of the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947. In an Order dated 5th November, 2020 the Labour and Employment Department, Government of Tamil Nadu (Department) has issued the Order to M/s. Ambattur Fashion India Private Limited (Petitioner) allowing them to lay off their employees upto 31st March, 2021. Background: Facts- The Management the Petitioner, through a letter dated 29th June, 2020 had requested the Department to grant permission to lay-off their workmen w.e.f 1st June, 2020. The said request had arisen as the order for manufacture of readymade garments were cancelled due to the outbreak of the pandemic COVID 19. The Department , on 16th June, 2020 had returned the application for re-submission providing sufficient time for examining the request. Subsequently, in another letter dated 18th June, 2020 the management of the petitioner requested the Government to grant them the permission of lay off. As the application was received by the Government on 20th June, 2020 the 60 days period is completed by 19th August, 2020. However, the Department had rejected the application within the stipulated period of 60 days. Therefore, the petitioner does not have the benefit of deemed approval as per Section 25M of the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947. Aggrieved by the rejection, the Petitioner filed an application before the Madras High Court to quash the Order of the Department dated 18th August, 2020. The Madras High Court, while setting aside the Order dated 18th August, 2020 asked the Department to re-consider the application in light of the subsequent reports of the Officers of the Labour Department and Advocate Commissioner regarding the consent of the workmen for lay off in the establishment. Report on Enquiry- On an enquiry done by the Commissioner of Labour it was ascertained by that 316 employees of the Petitioner had agreed to the layoff. Further, as the COVID 19 restrictions have been eased in the State, the petitioner company continues to work for one shift even after applying for lay- off. More than 54% of the employees have resigned from their jobs and they have been paid their legal dues and a sizeable number of workers have already been reduced. Hence considering the present scenario, the Government may decide on the permission of lay off that the petitioner has applied for. What was held- Thereafter, the Department conducted personal hearing with the Management and workers representative of the Petitioner on 29th October, 2020 and heard the contentions of both the parties. The Petitioner contended that though they continue to work during the present COVID 19 situation, they find it difficult to manage and requested for a lay off till July, 2021. Owing to the fact that 316 employees have agreed to the lay off and that the COVID 19 situation is improving and economies are opening, the Department has now granted the petitioner the permission to lay off its employees till 31st March, 2021. _________________________ *Section 25M of the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947 deals with Prohibition of lay- off: (1) No workman (other than a badli workman or a casual workman) whose name is borne on the muster rolls of an industrial establishment to which this Chapter applies shall be laid- off by his employer except 1 with the prior permission of the appropriate Government or such authority as may be specified by that Government by notification in the Official Gazette (hereinafter in this section referred to as the specified authority), obtained on an application made in this behalf, unless such lay- off is due to shortage of power or to natural calamity, and in the case of a mine, such lay- off is due also to fire, flood, excess of inflammable gas or explosion]. (2) An application for permission under sub- section (1) shall be made by the employer in the prescribed manner stating clearly the reasons for the intended lay- off and a copy of such application shall also be served simultaneously on the workmen concerned in the prescribed manner. (3) Where the workman (other than badli workmen or casual workmen) of an industrial establishment, being a mine, have been laid- off under sub- section (1) for reasons of fire, flood or excess of inflammable gas or explosion, the employer, in relation to such establishment, shall, within a period of thirty days from the date of commencement of such lay- off, apply, in the prescribed manner, to the appropriate Government or the specified authority for permission to continue the lay- off. (4) Where an application for permission under sub- section (1) or sub- section (3) has been made, the appropriate Government or the specified authority, after making such enquiry as it thinks fit and after giving a reasonable opportunity of being heard to the employer, the workmen concerned and the persons interested in such lay- off, may, having regard to the genuineness and adequacy of the reasons for such lay- off, the interests of the workmen and all other relevant factors, by order and for reasons to be recorded in writing, grant or refuse to grant such permission and a copy of such order shall be communicated to the employer and the workmen. (5) Where an application for permission under sub- section (1) or sub- section (3) has been made and the appropriate Government or the specified authority does not communicate the order granting or refusing to grant permission to the employer within a period of sixty days from the date on which such application is made, the permission applied for shall be deemed to have been granted on the expiration of the said period of sixty days. (¦) | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Gujarat | Gujarat Govt. Rescinds Its Notification Dated 20.07.2020 Granting Exemption To All Factories Registered Under The Factories Act, 1948; Directs Factories To Pay Overtime Wages To All Eligible Workers | 05-11-2020 | This is to inform you that in a Notification dated 5th November, 2020 the Labour and Employment Department, Government of Gujarat (Department) has rescinded its earlier Notification dated 20th July, 2020 granting exemption to all factories registered under the Factories Act, 1948 ) and has further directed all factories to pay overtime wages to all eligible workers who have been working since the issuance of the abovementioned Notification in accordance with *Section 59 of the Factories Act, 1948. Background: The Department, in its previous Notification dated 20th July, 2020 had exempted all factories registered under the Factories Act, 1948 ("Act") from various provisions relating to weekly hours, daily hours, intervals for rest etc. of adult workers from 20th July, 2020 till 19th October, 2020. Thereafter, the Gujarat Mazdoor Sabha and Ors. filed a Writ Petition challenging the Notification before the Honble Supreme Court of India wherein the Honble Supreme Court had allowed the Writ Petition had quashed the abovementioned Notification dated 20th July, 2020 and directed that overtime should be paid to all eligible workers. In light of the said judgment of the Honble Supreme Court, the Department has issued the present Notification. _____________________ *Section 59 of the Factories Act, 1948 deals with Extra wages for overtime | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Madhya Pradesh | Ministry Of Ayush Issues The National Clinical Management Protocol Based On Ayurveda And Yoga For Management Of Covid-19 | 05-11-2020 | The Ministry of AYUSH has, in a notification dated 5th November, 2020, issued the National Clinical Management Protocol based on Ayurveda and Yoga for management of COVID-19 ("Protocol"). In light of the understanding that good immune system is vital for the prevention and safeguard from disease progression, the Protocol based on Ayurveda and Yoga is believed to play a pivotal role to augment preventive measures provided by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare for containing the spread of COVID-19. The Protocol prescribes general physical measures as well as dietary measures for precaution against COVID-19. The Protocol also lists down specific measures for i. Prophylactiv care ii. Asymptomatic patients who have tested COVID-19 positive iii. for mild COVID - 19 posiitve patients iv. Post COVID management Please refer to the appended document for details. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Maharashtra | Maharashtra Govt. Grants Tax Exemption To Transport Vehicles Due To Covid-19 Situation. | 04-11-2020 | In light of the pandemic, the Government of Maharashtra has decided to give tax exemption to the contract vehicles paying annual tax in the state. Further, if the vehicle owner has paid the tax for the period April 2020 to September, 2020, it will be adjusted in the tax payable for the next period i.e. from October, 2020 to March, 2021. Please note that the Notification is in vernacular and has been translated to the best of our understanding. For a detailed read please refer to the attached document. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Sikkim | Sikkim Government Imposes Ban On Bursting Of Firecrackers In The State | 04-11-2020 | In an Oder dated November 4, 2020, the Home Department, Sikkim has imposed a complete ban on bursting of firecrackers in the state till further orders. The Order states that COVID-19 cases in the state are on a decline and bursting of firecrackers will increase the level of air pollution which will be hazardous for both recovered as well as active patients in the state. Accordingly, the present Order is passed. District Magistrates and Police Superintendents have also been directed to take necessary measures/ action to ensure compliance with this Order. | Mandatory | Individuals | No end date specified |
| Gujarat | Gandhinagar District Collector Extends Lockdown In Containment Zones Till 30Th November, 2020; Prescribes Fines For People Violating Covid-19 Preventive Measures | 03-11-2020 | District Collector of Gandhinagar has issued lockdown related restrictions in light of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic in the Gandhinagar District of Gujarat. Lockdown in Containment Zones has been extended till 30th November, 2020 and activities allowed outside Containment Zones are on the basis of earlier Orders issued by the Government and MHA. In addition to the extension of lockdown measures, the following have been prescribed - 1. Requirement of adhering to common safety directives for COVID-19 management like wearing of masks, maintaining social distancing of 6 feet, not spitting at public places and during transport; 2. As far as possible, Work from Home to be followed in all workplaces; 3. Staggering of work/ business hours to be followed as per instructions of Ministry of Home Affairs, Govt, of India in all offices, shops, markets and commercial and industrial units; 4. Provisions for thermal scanning, hand wash and sanitizer to be made at all entry and exit points and common areas; 5. Entire workplace, places of general convenience, common facilities and all points which come into human contact shall be frequently sanitized; 6. Individuals in workplace shall maintain social distancing, adequate gap between shifts and maintain proper distance between the staff during lunch breaks; 7. Shops to maintain social distancing of six feet between customers; 8. If any person pollutes the public place/roads in Gandhinagar District, he/she will be fined Rs. 1000/- by the local authorities; 9. If a person is not using face mask/cover in a public area / roads in Gandhinagar District, that person will be liable to be penalised with fine of Rs. 1000/- Please note that the Order is in Vernacular and we have translated it to the best of our understanding. Once an official translation is available, we will update in case there is a requirement. For a detailed read, please refer to the attached Order. | Mandatory | All | 30-11-2020 |
| Maharashtra | Maharashtra Govt. Issues Directions For The State Authorities To Ensure That Citizens Wear Masks At All Times | 02-11-2020 | The Maharashtra Government has issued a Circular with the following directions to the Authorities to create awareness among citizens about the use of masks in order to ensure that citizens do not go out without wearing masks: 1. All Municipal Corporations / Municipal Councils / Nagar Panchayats should carry out special campaigns. This includes spreading the word about the use of masks through various means, such as putting up banners in various places. 2. In order to make this campaign a success, the Commissioner / Chief Officer should take special care to implement this campaign. Innovative ideas should be adopted to increase the participation of all ordinary citizens in this campaign. Nor should the above-mentioned citizens who are negligent in taking lethal or preventive measures be punished as per the rules. A special campaign should be launched in this regard. Please note that the Circular is in Vernacular and has been translated to the best of our understanding | Mandatory | ALL | No end date specified |
| Andaman & Nicobar Islands | District Magistrate South Andaman Rolls Out Guidelines For Implementing Unlock 5.0; Containment Zones Under Lockdown Till 31St October, 2020 | 01-11-2020 | The District Magistrate, South Andaman District in view to contain the spread of COVID-19 in South Andaman District has issued Orders in continuation of Unlock 5 Order issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs. Lockdown in Containment Zones will remain in force till 31st October, 2020. Key Highlights of the Unlock Order are - 1. All Private offices, workplaces, shops, markets, industrial and commercial establishment rendering services/activities like nursing homes, clinics, hospitals, pharmacies, hotels, petrol pump etc. in South Andaman District will function from 0700 hours to 2130 hours. 2. Business to Business (B2B) exhibitions allowed to open from 15th October, 2020 and separate SOP will be issued by the Government in this regard; 3. Cinemas, theatres, multiplexes, entertainment parks and similar places along with swimming pools for training sportspersons are permitted to open from 15th October, 2020. Separate SOPs will be issued by the Government in this regard. 4. Social, academic, sports, entertainment, cultural, religious, political functions and other congregations are permitted outside Containment Zones with a ceiling of 100 persons while following health protocol with mandatory wearing of face masks, social distancing, provision for thermal scanning and hand wash or sanitizer; 5. Marriage related gatherings will be permitted with a maximum of 100 participants and funeral or last rites related gatherings permitted with number of persons not exceeding 100. However, in closed spaces, a maximum of 50% of hall capacity will be allowed with a ceiling of 200 persons and in open spaces, keeping the size of the ground/space in view with strict observance to social distancing, mandatory wearing of masks, provision of thermal scanning and hand wash or sanitizer. 6. Separate Orders regarding date of opening of schools and coaching institutes will be issued by the Government. However, online /distance learning to continue to be the preferred mode of teaching and must be encouraged; 7. Persons above the age of 65 years, persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women, and children below the age of 10 years are advised to stay at home, except for essential and health purposes. 8. All incoming passengers from mainland will be tested with RAPID Antigen Test at a cost of Rs. 500 per head except medical patients along with attendant. The cost of test will be borne by passengers themselves. i) Passengers destined for Nicobar, Rangat Tehsil, Little Andaman will be tested under RT-PCR and will be compulsorily kept under institutional quarantine till they test Negative for COVID-19 or for 7 days, whichever is earlier. ii) In case of passengers destined for Tribal areas (Nicobars District, Rangat Tehsil and Little Andaman) they will be also tested for COVID-19. iii) All drivers and helpers of cargo vehicles/persons requiring emergency movement on the ATR and moving to the North and Middle Andaman will be tested first and allowed to move only if they test Negative for COVID-19. 9. All establishments will ensure strict adherence of COVID-19 protocols like wearing of masks and maintenance of social distancing. It will be the responsibility of the owner/in-charge to ensure strict compliance to COVID-19 norms, failing which in addition to criminal proceedings, the shops/business establishments will be sealed for 14 days. 10. Any person violating these guidelines will be liable to be proceeded against as per provisions of the Disaster Management Act, 2005 besides legal action under Section 188 of IPC and other legal provisions as applicable. They will also be liable to pay fines as per the Orders in force. | Mandatory | All | 31-10-2020 |
| Central | Mohfw Issues Guidelines On Managing Mental Illness In Hospital Settings During Covid-19 | 01-11-2020 | Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has notified guidelines on managing mental illness in hospital settings during COVID-19. The guidelines have been prepared keeping in mind the challenges brought forth by mental health issues apart from the infection itself. Key highlights - 1. Challenges: a. Difficulty in isolating / quarantining patients with active symptoms of mania and acute psychosis, as well as people with mental health emergencies; b. Non-cooperation of patients with psychiatric disorders during swabbing and testing. The patient may have to be sedated, and some of the procedures and appropriate tests may get delayed; provisions of the Mental Healthcare Act, 2017 have to be complied withparticularly those related to assessment of capacity, supported admission, etc. c. Homeless persons with mental illnesses are brought (including those with intellectual disabilities) to Mental Health Establishments (MHEs). Such patients often fail to provide proper history and no reliable informants would be available in most cases. Also the lack of ID Proof and valid phone number for the COVID testing (pre requisite as per the ICMR guidelines) are commonly seen in this population; It is important to develop a strategic plan to provide safe and appropriate mental health care with all the necessary safety precautions to control the spread of COVID-19 infection. 2. Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to be chalked out by the establishments so that it aligns with the policies of the government w.r.t. safety of frontline healthcare workers; 3. A hotline can also be established between an MHE and a nearby COVID designated hospital to facilitate easy transfer across facilities; 4. Training of all cadres of healthcare workers in frequent hand washing, disposal of waste, sanitizing the establishment, importance of maintaining social and physical distancing, donning and doffing of Personal Protective Equipment (PPEs), etc. 5. Patients and caregivers need to be encouraged not to visit OPDs of MHEs unless any emergency arises. In case of difficulty in procuring medications locally, they can contact the local / State / national helpline number services for further assistance; 6. Services like Home visits for patients who are unable to visit the OPDs, but require clinical consultation need to be initiated. Such visits can be used for administering Long Acting Injectables (LAIs) to the persons with SMI; 7. Screening of all patients and caregivers for ILI symptoms at the entry point of respective facilities, compulsory wearing of masks and physical distancing by all patients and caregivers, adequate hand sanitization with (70 % alcohol based) sanitizer during the entry, exit points and wherever necessary and encourage family members to utilize technology such as free use of video calls or mobile phones to stay in contact with patients rather than personal visit; 8. Guidelines have been laid out to protect persons with mental illness in mental health establishments from COVID 19 infection such as: a. ensuring adequate human resources and other resources (including testing facilities and equipment like thermometers or pulse oximeters) for following the precautionary measures, b. prudent roster/duty system needs to be developed for health care workers (including Group D staff); c. adequate stock of masks, hand sanitizers, face shields, gloves, PPE kits, etc) need to be made available for use as appropriate; d. All personnel need to be trained on hand hygiene, physical distancing, donning and doffing of the complete PPE kit; e. Disinfection of equipment and surfaces that patients come in contact with (include stethoscope, blood pressure cuffs, stretchers and examination couch)need be disinfected after every use with 1% sodium hypochlorite solution or alcohol (70% alcohol based) solution; f. Other surfaces which are frequently touched such as doorknobs, waiting areas, chairs used by patients and table surfaces in the outpatient or clinic have to be disinfected frequently (recommended at least once in 4 hours)); g. All the locations for patients care (inpatient, outpatient, emergency) have to be disinfected mandatorily at the end of the day; h. The bio-medical waste generated such as the PPE has to be disposed in yellow bags, the inside of which is sprayed with 1% sodium hypochlorite solution; the exterior of the bag also needs to be sprayed after tying. This must be disposed as per the hospital biomedical waste management protocols. Hand sanitization must be followed after disposal; 9. The COVID-19 facility should have a facility for consultation with a Psychiatrist either in person or by tele-consultation, while admitting a person with mental illness; 10. Ensure mental status examination within 24 hours of admission either in-person or by tele- consultation; 11. The windows should be well boarded and there shall be no access to instruments to harm self / others; 12. All medications must be supervised and medical care (eg: wound care) reviewed; 13. Information about PPE and social distancing can be provided using simple language and visual depictions or videos. 14. Contact with caregivers should be maintained via video-call facility at set times in the day; 15. IEC materials such as symptoms of COVID-19, hand hygiene techniques, precautions to be taken to prevent the spread of COVID-19 have to be on displayed at prominent areas in all the patient care locations (eg. in the waiting halls of OPD, etc.) 16. Outpatient Facility: a. Encourage only appointment-based OPD consultations to prevent crowding; b. Make seating arrangements at the waiting hall ensuring physical distancing norms; c. Designate separate areas for patients screened positive and negative for ILI symptoms; d. Ensure dedicated entry and exit points separately for patients and health care workers; e. Adequate ventilation is available in the building especially in the waiting hall and doctors chamber or outpatient examination rooms; f. For patients with ILI symptoms, arrange a separate area for examination by medical staff using appropriate protective equipment. After consultation, the patient if Covid-positive, ensure to refer the patient to COVID centre for further management; g. Referring patients to nearby DMHP hospital should be encouraged alongside tele-consultations follow ups for reducing footfalls; h. In addition, provision for telemedicine/tele-psychiatry services shall be utilized for reducing the footfalls further; 17. Emergency Facility: a. Screening for ILI symptoms for both patient and the caregiver to be carried out by the Casualty Medical Officer/Duty Medical Officer/Officer In-charge/Duty Psychiatrist; b. An interim standby or holding ward for patients or their caregivers who have been swabbed and are awaiting the COVID test result may be established; c. Liaison with nearby COVID designated hospital to be established in order to avoid delay in referral after a patient has tested COVID positive; Provision of a dedicated area for donning and doffing of PPE near the entry and exit points, respectively. A separate area must be identified for swab collection within the ward as per ICMR protocol; d. All patients and caregivers screened positive for ILI symptoms to undergo Rapid Antigen test/ RT-PCR testing as per the hospital protocol. If COVID positive, then the patient can be shifted to the interim standby ward for stabilization/until referral to COVID designated hospitals; e. A standby Ambulance/108 Ambulance services with safety precautions must be made available for shifting COVID positive patient to the COVID designated hospital; f. In the case of a patient / care giver or health professional testing Covid-positive, the Hospital Infection Committee must be contacted for contact tracing, risk assessment and advise on quarantine; g. Food, ideally as food packets to be provided for the patients and caregivers bedside in order to ensure restricted movements in and out of the ward; 18. Inpatient Facility: a. Wards providing single rooms with all facilities should encourage patients to remain inside their rooms as much as possible; b. Wards providing single rooms without toilet or shower facilities should plan proactively to manage personal hygiene. This may include planned bathe and showers, usage of commodes and routine cleaning of equipment. All such plans need to be clearly communicated to the patients; c. All patients and caregivers screening positive for ILI symptoms during their inpatient care shall be swabbed for RT-PCR testing. If COVID positive, then the patient alone (excluding caregiver) to be shifted to the interim standby ward until referral to COVID designated hospitals; 19. During clinical care, mental health examination to continue as usual in addition to monitoring of ILI symptoms and vital signs twice daily. The vital signs should include temperature and SpO2; 20. Limit interactions with the patient at a minimum and avoid interventions like face-to-face psychotherapy as much as possible. Any mental health professional needing to see a patient face-to-face should wear adequate protective equipment or schedule tele-psychotherapy sessions; 21. All precautions to be taken by healthcare workers and there must be rotation of staff in such a way that minimum number of staff has the risk of exposure. 22. The guidelines also throws light on management of COVID-19 for elderly with mental illness, Peri-natal Women with Mental illness, Children and Adolescents with Mental Illness along with management of substance use disorder (alcohol, tobacco). 23. These guidelines need to be carried out as per the provisions of the Mental Healthcare Act, 2017 and the corresponding Rules. For a detailed read, please refer to the corresponding document provided for reference. | Mandatory | Healthcare institutions | No end date specified |
| Meghalaya | In Order To Prohibit The Spread Of Covid -19, Meghalaya Government Releases Prohibitory Order Prohibitting Any Assembly Or Gathering, Operation Of Unregulated Major Markets And Shopping Complexes From 1St November, 2020 Upto 7Th November, 2020 In All Of East Khasi Hills District | 01-11-2020 | In order to prohibit the spread of COVID -19, the Department of Information and Public Relations, Meghalaya ("Department") , released a Prohibitory Order on its website prohibitting any assembly or gathering without due permission, operation of unregulated major markets and shopping complexes with effect from 1st November, 2020 upto 7th November, 2020, only for timings falling between 5:00 AM to 10:00 PM each day, in all of East Khasi Hills District including Shillong Urban Agglomeration, Sohra and Pynursla Civil Sub-Divisions and C&RD Blocks. Key Highlights: 1. The Order has prohibited : i. operation of all cinema halls, swimming pools, entertainment parks, theatres, auditorium, assembly halls and similar recreational places, all forms of contact sports, competitive sports, events and spectators in sports grounds and stadia. However, the Department has clarified that permission for training etc., as per standard operating procedures of Sports and Youth Affairs Department, may be granted after due application to the Office of District Magistrate, East Khasi Hills and satisfaction of all conditions. ii. all forms of large public gathering and congregation including social, political, entertainment, academic, cultural, etc, without permission from the Office of District Magistrate, East Khasi Hills Any individual, organisation seeking to organise any function, meeting or event may applied to the Office of the District Magistrate, East Khasi Hills District and subject to the ceiling limit of 50 attendees or one third the capacity of the hall or venue whichever is less. iii. moving in public, work places and during transport without a mask, spitting and consumption of liquor, paan, gutka, tobacco, etc. in public places. The general instruction of the Order states that every individual must mandatorily maintain social distancing of at least six feet, wearing of masks, respiratory etiquette and strictly follow without fail the various protocols and advisories of the Government in the Health and Family Welfare Department at all times. 2. Religious places and places of worship of all faiths are permitted to reopen subject to compliance to the SOP laid down by the Government. 3. Schools will be permitted to open for activities such as teacher- student counseling, clearing doubts, addressing hard spots, sharing unit, lesson plans, assignments, submission of works, students assessment programme etc., as per guidelines issued by the Government. 4. For funeral and last rites related gatherings, the number of attendees must not exceed 40. Wedding ceremonies will be allowed in compliance with SOP issued by the Health and Family Welfare Department and the number of guests shall not exceed one-third of the seating capacity or 50 guests, whichever is less. 5. Persons above 65 years of age, persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women and children below the age of 10 years are advised to stay at home except for meeting essential requirements and for health purposes. 6. All residents of the District are required to install Aarogya Setu Application and Behavioral Change Management App and regularly update their health status on the app for containment of COVID-19 pandemic. 7. Inter-District movement of persons is permitted and interstate movement of persons will be strictly as per instruction of the Government of Meghalaya. All persons entering Meghalaya are required to mandatorily register for testing at http://meghalayaonline.gov.in/covid/testing.htm and follow the testing and quarantine protocols issued by the Health and Family Welfare Department, Government of Meghalaya. Please refer to the appended document for details. Source: Department of Information and Public Relations, Meghalaya | Mandatory | All | 07-11-2020 |
| West Bengal | West Bengal Government Notifies Guidelines To Extend Implementation Of Certain Lockdown Measures In The State Till 30Th November, 2020 | 01-11-2020 | The Government of West Bengal has notified guidelines for extended implementation of certain lockdown provisions in the State till 30th November, 2020. Key Highlights: 1. Social / academic / sports / entertainment / cultural / Jatras / plays / musical / dance / recital / religious / political functions and other congregations may be allowed outside Containment Zones subject to usual permissions required to be obtained from appropriate authorities along with observance of SOP issued earlier by the State Government along with the following conditions a. In closed spaces, a maximum of 50% of the hall capacity will be allowed with a ceiling of 200 persons; b. In open spaces, the assembly size will be fixed keeping in mind the size of ground / space and with strict observation of social distancing, mandatory wearing of masks, provision for thermal scanning and hand wash or sanitizer; 2. Swimming pools (except for use of training of sports persons) will continue to remain closed; 3. Teaching learning physical assemblies in school (including Anganwandi centres), colleges and universities have not been permitted; 4. Cinema / theatres / multiplexes will operate with upto 50% of their seating capacity in areas outside the Containment Zones only; Norms of physical distancing, wearing of masks, health and hygiene protocol must be strictly adhered to at all times. Any violation of the abovementioned instructions will attract penal action as per law. | Mandatory | All | 30-11-2020 |
| Rajasthan | Rajasthan Government Notifies Guidelines For Covid-19 Management For The Period Since 1St November, 2020 Upto 30Th November, 2020; Extends Lockdown In Containment Zones Till 30Th November, 2020 | 01-11-2020 | Pursuant to MHA Order dated 27th October, 2020, Rajasthan Government (Government) has notified guidelines to be followed in the State from 1st November, 2020 till 30th November, 2020. Lockdown has been extended in Containment Zones till 30th November, 2020 without any relaxations. Key Highlights: 1. All activities have been permitted in areas outside Containment Zones, except the following: a. Schools, colleges, educational and coaching institutions will remain closed for students till 16th November, 2020. Online/distance learning will continue; b. 50 percent of teaching and non-teaching staff may be called to schools for online teaching/ tele-counselling and related work, subject to SOP issued by Ministry of Health and Family Welfare; c. Students of classes 9 to 12 have been allowed to visit schools in areas outside Containment Zones only, on voluntary basis subject to written consent from parents/ guardians; d. Government to take decision on opening educational institutes in a graded manner, in consultation with respective school / institution management, based on assessment of situation; e. Government to issue SoP on health and safety precautions for re-opening of schools/ institutions; f. Swimming pools, cinema halls / theatres / multiplexes / entertainment parks and similar places to remain closed for activities till 30th November, 2020; g. International air travel of passengers, except as permitted by MHA; h. Social / religious / sports / political and other large congregations will not be permitted till 30th November, 2020. 2. All persons are required to adhere to common safety directives for COVID-19 management like wearing of masks, social distancing, not spitting at public places and workplaces etc. at all times 3. Additional safety precautions for workplaces (Offices, Establishments, Factories, Shops etc): a. As far as possible, Work from Home to be followed; b. Staggering of work / business hours to be followed in offices, work places, shops, markets and industrial and commercial establishments; c. Provisions for thermal scanning, hand wash and sanitizer to be made at all entry and exit points and common areas; d. Entire workplace, common facilities and all points which come into human contact shall be frequently santitized; e. Social Distancing to be maintained; f. Employers to encourage and motivate the employees to install and use Arogya Setu for common and personal safety; g. Intensive communication and training on good hygiene to be taken up 4. While gatherings are not permitted till 30th November, 2020 the following have been permitted in areas outside Containment Zones: a. Marriage related gatherings, subject to providing prior information to the concerned Sub-Divisional Magistrate and with maximum number of guests not more than 100. No Mask No Entry policy to be followed. Proper COVID-19 precautionary measures will have to be taken for such functions; b. Funeral / last rites related gatherings with mandatory wearing of masks, social distancing etc. with maximum number of persons not above 20; c. Upon an application made to the District Collector and District Magistrate for any function along with a seating plan, permission may be granted subject to following: ¢ in closed spaces, the number of guests shall not be more than 50% of the hall capacity with a ceiling of 200 persons; ¢ in open spaces, keeping in size of the ground / space in view with a ceiling of 250 persons; ¢ social distancing to be ensured (distance of 6 feet). ¢ No Mask No Entry policy to be followed along with Screening and Hygiene and frequent sanitation of seats and common areas subject to human contact; d. All gatherings to comply with COVID-19 norms at all times. 5. Vulnerable people (persons above the age of 65, persons suffering from chronic disease / co-morbid conditions, pregnant women and children below 10 years of age) are advised to stay at home and move out only for essential and health purposes; 6. There is no restriction on inter-State and within State movement of persons and goods; 7. All commercial passenger transport vehicles (buses, taxis, cabs etc.) are permitted to ply subject to proper sanitization of seats and touch points before and after each journey. 8. Public (City) Transport, Metro Rail will be allowed to operate as per SOPs issued; 9. The passengers travelling in any vehicle (personal or commercial) will not exceed the permitted seating capacity of the registered vehicle. 10. Movement by train, domestic air travel etc. will continue to be regulated as per SOPs issued by MHA. In addition to the above mentioned, all other activities which were permitted through earlier Orders of the Government will continue to remain permitted with restrictions/ precautions prescribed thereof; | Mandatory | All | 30-11-2020 |
| Puducherry | Puducherry Govt Extends The Implementation Of Guidelines For Phased Re-Opening Of More Activities In A Calibrated Manner In The State Till 30Th September, 2020 | 01-11-2020 | The Department of Revenue And Disaster Management, Puducherry (Department), has, in an Order dated 1st November, 2020 informed that in pursuance of the Order No. 40-3/2020-DM-I(A) dated 27.10.2020 issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, the following Orders issued by the Department will remain in force till 30th November, 2020. 1. Order No.1703/DRDM/DM/D2/2020/108 dated: 30.09.2020 2. Order No. 1703/DRDM/DM/D2/2020/114 dated: 23.10.2020 Background: Through the Order dated 30th September, 2020 the Department had issued guidelines for phased re-opening of more activities in a calibrated manner in areas outside containment zones. Thereafter, vide another order dated 23rd October, 2020 the Department had permitted private offices, shops, hotels, restaurants, bars and liquor shops to operate till 10:00 p.m. with effect since 23rd October, 2020. Now, with the present Order, The Department has informed that the abovementioned Guidelines will remain in force till 30th November, 2020. | Mandatory | All | 30-11-2020 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Chief Secretary Of Uttar Pradesh Issues Guidelines To Curb The Spread Of Covid-19 During Festivals / Public Events At Various Places In The State During The Festive Season From October To December | 01-11-2020 | The Chief Secretary of Uttar Pradesh has issued guidelines to be followed with regard to COVID-19 precautions during festival time in the State from October to December. As October to December is the time of festivals in the State in which many people gather for worship, fair, cultural events etc. In this context, special vigilance is required so that the COVID-19 infection may be contained. In light of this, certain instructions have been issued: 1. Chewing and spitting of tobacco and its products is prohibited in public places; 2. COVID-19 protocols for social distancing, use of masks and number of persons in public events have to be enforced; 3. There should be proper publicizing of awareness by means of loudspeakers / posters of the precautions (what to do, what not to do) for prevention of COVID-19 infection at venues; 4. Persons with COVID-19 like symptoms, the elderly and high risk individuals are advised not to attend such events; 5. Cultural programs are not to be held in Containment Zones. Also, people living in Containment Zones are not allowed to attend such programs and they are advised to celebrate at their homes; 6. There should be proper recording of mass cultural events by CCTV / cameras and their footage should be preserved for a minimum period of one month; Violation of these instructions will attract strict penalties under Uttar Pradesh Epidemic Disease,Covid-19 Regulations, 2020. Please note that the Order is in Vernacular and we have translated it to the best of our understanding. Once an official translation is available, we will update in case there is a requirement. | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Haryana | Haryana Health Department Issues Guidelines On Managing Mental Illness In Hospital Settings During Covid-19 | 01-11-2020 | The Health Department, Haryana Government has notified guidelines on managing mental illness in hospital settings during COVID-19 in continuation of the guidelines issued by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India. The guidelines have been prepared keeping in mind the challenges brought forth by mental health issues apart from the infection itself. Key highlights - 1. Challenges: a. Difficulty in isolating / quarantining patients with active symptoms of mania and acute psychosis, as well as people with mental health emergencies; b. Non-cooperation of patients with psychiatric disorders during swabbing and testing. The patient may have to be sedated, and some of the procedures and appropriate tests may get delayed; provisions of the Mental Healthcare Act, 2017 have to be complied withparticularly those related to assessment of capacity, supported admission, etc. c. Homeless persons with mental illnesses are brought (including those with intellectual disabilities) to Mental Health Establishments (MHEs). Such patients often fail to provide proper history and no reliable informants would be available in most cases. Also the lack of ID Proof and valid phone number for the COVID testing (pre requisite as per the ICMR guidelines) are commonly seen in this population; It is important to develop a strategic plan to provide safe and appropriate mental health care with all the necessary safety precautions to control the spread of COVID-19 infection. 2. Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to be chalked out by the establishments so that it aligns with the policies of the government w.r.t. safety of frontline healthcare workers; 3. A hotline can also be established between an MHE and a nearby COVID designated hospital to facilitate easy transfer across facilities; 4. Training of all cadres of healthcare workers in frequent hand washing, disposal of waste, sanitizing the establishment, importance of maintaining social and physical distancing, donning and doffing of Personal Protective Equipment (PPEs), etc. 5. Patients and caregivers need to be encouraged not to visit OPDs of MHEs unless any emergency arises. In case of difficulty in procuring medications locally, they can contact the local / State / national helpline number services for further assistance; 6. Services like Home visits for patients who are unable to visit the OPDs, but require clinical consultation need to be initiated. Such visits can be used for administering Long Acting Injectables (LAIs) to the persons with SMI; 7. Screening of all patients and caregivers for ILI symptoms at the entry point of respective facilities, compulsory wearing of masks and physical distancing by all patients and caregivers, adequate hand sanitization with (70 % alcohol based) sanitizer during the entry, exit points and wherever necessary and encourage family members to utilize technology such as free use of video calls or mobile phones to stay in contact with patients rather than personal visit; 8. Guidelines have been laid out to protect persons with mental illness in mental health establishments from COVID 19 infection such as: a. ensuring adequate human resources and other resources (including testing facilities and equipment like thermometers or pulse oximeters) for following the precautionary measures, b. prudent roster/duty system needs to be developed for health care workers (including Group D staff); c. adequate stock of masks, hand sanitizers, face shields, gloves, PPE kits, etc) need to be made available for use as appropriate; d. All personnel need to be trained on hand hygiene, physical distancing, donning and doffing of the complete PPE kit; e. Disinfection of equipment and surfaces that patients come in contact with (include stethoscope, blood pressure cuffs, stretchers and examination couch)need be disinfected after every use with 1% sodium hypochlorite solution or alcohol (70% alcohol based) solution; f. Other surfaces which are frequently touched such as doorknobs, waiting areas, chairs used by patients and table surfaces in the outpatient or clinic have to be disinfected frequently (recommended at least once in 4 hours)); g. All the locations for patients care (inpatient, outpatient, emergency) have to be disinfected mandatorily at the end of the day; h. The bio-medical waste generated such as the PPE has to be disposed in yellow bags, the inside of which is sprayed with 1% sodium hypochlorite solution; the exterior of the bag also needs to be sprayed after tying. This must be disposed as per the hospital biomedical waste management protocols. Hand sanitization must be followed after disposal; 9. The COVID-19 facility should have a facility for consultation with a Psychiatrist either in person or by tele-consultation, while admitting a person with mental illness; 10. Ensure mental status examination within 24 hours of admission either in-person or by tele- consultation; 11. The windows should be well boarded and there shall be no access to instruments to harm self / others; 12. All medications must be supervised and medical care (eg: wound care) reviewed; 13. Information about PPE and social distancing can be provided using simple language and visual depictions or videos. 14. Contact with caregivers should be maintained via video-call facility at set times in the day; 15. IEC materials such as symptoms of COVID-19, hand hygiene techniques, precautions to be taken to prevent the spread of COVID-19 have to be on displayed at prominent areas in all the patient care locations (eg. in the waiting halls of OPD, etc.) 16. Outpatient Facility: a. Encourage only appointment-based OPD consultations to prevent crowding; b. Make seating arrangements at the waiting hall ensuring physical distancing norms; c. Designate separate areas for patients screened positive and negative for ILI symptoms; d. Ensure dedicated entry and exit points separately for patients and health care workers; e. Adequate ventilation is available in the building especially in the waiting hall and doctors chamber or outpatient examination rooms; f. For patients with ILI symptoms, arrange a separate area for examination by medical staff using appropriate protective equipment. After consultation, the patient if Covid-positive, ensure to refer the patient to COVID centre for further management; g. Referring patients to nearby DMHP hospital should be encouraged alongside tele-consultations follow ups for reducing footfalls; h. In addition, provision for telemedicine/tele-psychiatry services shall be utilized for reducing the footfalls further; 17. Emergency Facility: a. Screening for ILI symptoms for both patient and the caregiver to be carried out by the Casualty Medical Officer/Duty Medical Officer/Officer In-charge/Duty Psychiatrist; b. An interim standby or holding ward for patients or their caregivers who have been swabbed and are awaiting the COVID test result may be established; c. Liaison with nearby COVID designated hospital to be established in order to avoid delay in referral after a patient has tested COVID positive; Provision of a dedicated area for donning and doffing of PPE near the entry and exit points, respectively. A separate area must be identified for swab collection within the ward as per ICMR protocol; d. All patients and caregivers screened positive for ILI symptoms to undergo Rapid Antigen test/ RT-PCR testing as per the hospital protocol. If COVID positive, then the patient can be shifted to the interim standby ward for stabilization/until referral to COVID designated hospitals; e. A standby Ambulance/108 Ambulance services with safety precautions must be made available for shifting COVID positive patient to the COVID designated hospital; f. In the case of a patient / care giver or health professional testing Covid-positive, the Hospital Infection Committee must be contacted for contact tracing, risk assessment and advise on quarantine; g. Food, ideally as food packets to be provided for the patients and caregivers bedside in order to ensure restricted movements in and out of the ward; 18. Inpatient Facility: a. Wards providing single rooms with all facilities should encourage patients to remain inside their rooms as much as possible; b. Wards providing single rooms without toilet or shower facilities should plan proactively to manage personal hygiene. This may include planned bathe and showers, usage of commodes and routine cleaning of equipment. All such plans need to be clearly communicated to the patients; c. All patients and caregivers screening positive for ILI symptoms during their inpatient care shall be swabbed for RT-PCR testing. If COVID positive, then the patient alone (excluding caregiver) to be shifted to the interim standby ward until referral to COVID designated hospitals; 19. During clinical care, mental health examination to continue as usual in addition to monitoring of ILI symptoms and vital signs twice daily. The vital signs should include temperature and SpO2; 20. Limit interactions with the patient at a minimum and avoid interventions like face-to-face psychotherapy as much as possible. Any mental health professional needing to see a patient face-to-face should wear adequate protective equipment or schedule tele-psychotherapy sessions; 21. All precautions to be taken by healthcare workers and there must be rotation of staff in such a way that minimum number of staff has the risk of exposure. 22. The guidelines also throws light on management of COVID-19 for elderly with mental illness, Peri-natal Women with Mental illness, Children and Adolescents with Mental Illness along with management of substance use disorder (alcohol, tobacco). 23. These guidelines need to be carried out as per the provisions of the Mental Healthcare Act, 2017 and the corresponding Rules. For a detailed read, please refer to the corresponding document provided for reference. | Mandatory | Healthcare institutions | No end date specified |
| Punjab | Punjab State Power Corporation Limited Requests Consumers To Pay Their Electricity Bills By Digital Payment Mode In Light Of Covid-19 Pandemic | 01-11-2020 | In view of COVID-19, the Punjab State Power Corporation Limited has made an appeal to consumers to stay at home and to payments of their electricity bills online in order to save their precious time, cost and energy. The payments may be made through digital payment modes like PSPCL website and mobile apps, namely UMANG, BHIM, Paytm, BBPS channels like PhonePe, Just Dial, Google Pay, Amazon, Payzapp and others. Furthermore, consumers who have no internet access have been advised to wear masks and follow social distancing while visiting at the bill collection centres for making payments of their bills. | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Sebi Extends Period Of Settlement Scheme, 2020 Till December 31, 2020 From October 31, 2020 | 31-10-2020 | In view of the large scale disruption caused by the Covid-19 pandemic, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) in a Public Notice dated 31st October, 2020 has extended the period of the Settlement Scheme 2020 (Scheme) till December 31, 2020 from October 31, 2020 . SEBI had on 27th July, 2020 introduced the Settlement Scheme 2020 (Scheme), in terms of SEBI (Settlement Proceedings) Regulations 2018, which proposes to provide a one-time settlement opportunity to entities which have executed trade reversals in the stock options segment of Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) during the period 1st April 2014 to 30th September 2015 against whom any proceedings are pending. With a Public Notice dated 31st October the period of the Scheme has been extended till December 31, 2020 from October 31, 2020. | Mandatory | All Listed | 31-12-2020 |
| Manipur | Manipur Govt. Issues The Guidelines For Ensuring Covid Appropriate Behaviour At Localities, Villages And Community Level | 31-10-2020 | The Health Department, Government of Manipur (Department) has issued the Guidelines for ensuring Covid Appropriate Behaviour at localities, villages and community level (Guidelines). Key Takeaways: 1. The Guidelines lay down the penalties for violating the guidelines and restrictions issued by the Government under the Manipur Epidemic Diseases (Enforcement of Covid 19 Guidelines) Regulations, 2020 . 2. The Guidelines state that there will be Covid Awareness cum Enforcement Committees at the State, Assembly, District and Local level and provide the constitution of the Committee. 3. The Authorities for imposing penalties are DC/ADC/ SDO/ SP/ Addl SP/ SDPO/ Inspector/ SI/AI and Revenue Inspector. Further, Annexure 1 of the Guidelines provide the SOP for COVID Appropriate Behaviour at Local/ Village / Community Level. For a detailed read of the Guidelines, please refer to the corresponding document. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Jammu And Kashmir | J&K Government Issues Guidelines/Instructions On Lockdown Measures In The Union Territory; Does Away With The Requirement Of Travellers To Undergo 14 Day Home Quarantine | 30-10-2020 | The Department of Disaster Management, Relief, Rehabilitation & Reconstruction Jammu and Kashmir, (Department) in an Order dated 30th October, 2020 has issued the Guidelines/instructions on lockdown measures in the Union Territory. The Department has informed that guidelines/ instructions issued vide Order No.84 and 85-JK-(DMRRR) of 2020 dated 08.10.2020 will continue to remain valid till 30.11.2020, subject to the following modifications: 1. The upper limit for permissible number of pilgrims to SMVD Shrine, Katra, shall be 15000 instead of the previous position of 7000, w.e.f. 01.11.2020. 2. The travellers will no more be required to undergo 14 day Home Quarantine. All other protocol/ instructions will continue to remain valid till 30.11.2020. Background: The Ministry of Home Affairs, in its Order dated 27th October, 2020 has issued guidelines for implementation of the extended lockdown in Containment Zones (Red Zones) till 30.11.2020 and continuation of unlock guidelines outside Containment Zones (Red Zones). In this light, the Department has issued the present Order. Please refer to the attached documents for both the Order issued by the Department. | Mandatory | All | 30-11-2020 |
| Central | Cbdt Extends Due Date For Furnishing Of Income Tax Return And Tax Audit Report For Ay 2020-21 | 29-10-2020 | Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has issued a Notification No. 88/2020 dated 29th October, 2020 to further extension of due date in furnishing of Income Tax Return and Audit Report for A.Y 2020-21 under Income Tax Act, 1961. Key points of the Notification are: 1. Due date for furnishing of Income Tax Returns in cases where the assessee is a company, a person (other than a company) including the partner of a firm whose accounts are required to be audited under the said Act for whom the due date as per the Act is 31st October, 2020 has been further extended to 31st day of January, 2021 instead of 30th day of November, 2020. 2. Due date for furnishing of Income Tax Returns for the assessee who are required to furnish report in respect of international/specified domestic transactions for whom the due date as per the Act is 30th November, 2020 has been extended to 31st day of January, 2021. 3. Due date for furnishing of Income Tax Returns for all other assessee (other than those mentioned above) has been extended to 31st day of December, 2020 instead of 30th day of November, 2020. 4. The due date for furnishing of various audit reports under the Act including tax audit report and report in respect of international/specified domestic transaction has also been extended to 31st day of December, 2020. 5. For taxpayers whose self-assessment tax liability is up to INR 1 lakh the due date for payment of self-assessment tax has been extended to 31st day of January, 2021 for the taxpayers mentioned in point 1 and 2 above and to 31st day of December, 2020 for the taxpayers mentioned in point 3 above. | Mandatory | All | Permanent change in law |
| Maharashtra | Maharashtra Government Extends Validity Of Existing Provisions / Guidelines Of The 'Mission Begin Again' Order Till 30Th November, 2020 | 29-10-2020 | With a view to contain the Covid-19 pandemic, the Department of Revenue and Forest, Disaster Management, Maharashtra ("Department") has notified that earlier guidelines dated 30th September, 2020 and 14th October, 2020 to operationalize 'Mission Begin Again' for easing of restrictions and phase-wise opening will remain in force till 30th November, 2020. The Department has further clarified that the activities already allowed and permitted from time to time during the lockdown will continue to be permitted. Background: In continuation to Mission Begin Again Order dated 30th September, 2020 the Department had issued an Order dated 14th October, 2020 to permit the following activities in the State after careful consideration of planning of Containment areas and availability of health infrastructure, for strict implementation: 1. Business to Business (B2B) Exhibitions: B2B exhibitions have been permitted, in areas outside Containment Zones since 15th October, 2020; subject to SOP for the same issued by the Industries Department. 2. Shops: With an objective to control / reduce crowding, the markets / shops have been permitted to open for 2 additional hours and can function from 9 am to 9 pm in areas outside the Containment Zones since 15th October, 2020; 3. Schools, colleges, educational and coaching institutions: Schools, colleges, educational and coaching institutions will continue to remain closed for students and regular class activity up to 31st October, 2020. However, Online / distance learning will continue to be permitted and shall be encouraged; Please note that permission has been granted for upto 50% of teaching and non-teaching staff to be called to the schools at a time for online teaching / tele-counselling and related works, in areas outside the Containment Zones; with effect since 15th October, 2020; 4. Metro Rail: Metro Rail has been allowed to operate since 15th October, 2020 in a graded manner; 5. Marriage, other personal family functions: Marriage and other personal family functions and related gatherings with number of guests not exceeding 50 and funeral / last rites related gatherings with number of persons not exceeding 20 will continue to be allowed; 6. Gardens, Parks and public open spaces: Gardens, Parks and public open spaces for recreational purposes will continue to remain open; 7. Local weekly bazaars (including that of the animals): Local weekly bazaars (including that of the animals) permitted to open, in areas outside the Containment Zones since 15th October, 2020; 8. International Air travel of passengers remains prohibited, except as permitted by Ministry of Home Affairs 9.The domestic passengers arriving at different Airports shall be checked for COVID symptoms. However, stamping with indelible ink shall be immediately discontinued; 10. The health check-up and stamping of the passengers at the railway stations arriving by trains in the State of Maharashtra will be discontinued. However, these passengers should follow all the COVID-19 protocols of social distancing and sanitation; 11. Any other allowed and permitted activity by any specific/ general order would continue to operate. Following National Directives for COVID-19 Management shall continue to apply: 1. Face coverings- wearing of face cover is compulsory in public places, in workplaces and during transport; 2. Social distancing- Individuals must maintain a minimum distance of 6 feet (2 Gaz Ki doori) in public places; 3. Shops have to ensure physical distancing among customers and will not allow more than five persons at one time; 4. Gatherings - large public gatherings / congregations continue to remain prohibited. Marriage related Gatherings Number of guests not to exceed 50. Funeral / last rites related Gatherings Number of persons not to exceed 20; 5. Spitting in public places will be punishable with fine, as may be prescribed by the concerned authority in accordance with its laws, rules or regulations; 6. Consumption of liquor, Paan, gutka, tobacco, etc in public places is prohibited. Additional directives for work places: 1.Work from Home (WFH)- as far as possible the practice of WFH should be followed. Staggering of work / business hours will be followed in offices, workplaces, shops. markets and industrial & commercial establishments; 2. Screening and Hygiene- provision for thermal screening, hand wash and sanitizer will be made available at all entry and exit points and common areas; 3. Frequent sanitization of entire workplace, common facilities and all points which come into human contact e.g. door handles etc. will be ensured, including between shifts; 4. Social Distancing- All persons in charge of workplaces will ensure adequate distance between workers, adequate gaps between shifts, staggering the lunch breaks of staff etc. Please note: 1. Easing of restrictions and opening up of the activities which remain prohibited across the State will be done in phased manner along-with Standard Operating Procedures / Guidelines. 2. Violation of the lockdown measures will attract penalties under the provisions of the Disaster Management Act, 2005 and Indian Penal Code (detailed in Annexure III of the present Order). Please refer to the attached documents for further details. Source: Department of Revenue and Forest, Disaster Management, Maharashtra | Mandatory | All | 30-11-2020 |
| Punjab | Punjab State Power Corporation Limited Extends Validity Period For Nocs Of Colonies By One Year From The Date Of Expiry Of Nocs | 29-10-2020 | With a view to provide relief to the Real Estate Sector of Punjab, the Punjab State Power Corporation Limited has extended the validity period for all NOCs of colonies (whose validity period is expiring between 23rd March, 2020 to 31st March, 2021), by one year from the date of expiry of respective NOC on same terms and conditions as the original NOC. However, if total connectivity charges and supervision charges are not deposited within the extended validity period along with erection of LD system (complete or partial along with required BG); revised NOC should be applied by the respective developer. Background: This is pursuant to a representation received from a developer indicating that developers are facing problems in completing the LD system in colonies with validity of NOC owing to COVID-19 pandemic. | Mandatory | Real Estate Sector | 31-03-2021 |
| Haryana | Haryana Health Department Reduces Testing Rates For Rtpcr Testing And Rapid Antigen Testing In Continuation Of Its Earlier Notification | 29-10-2020 | The Department of Health and Family Welfare Haryana (Department) has, in an Order dated October 29, 2020, further revised the rates for conducting COVID-19 tests charged by private laboratories. The present Order has been issued taking into consideration the advice of experts as well as the cost of kits and consumable and the consent of leading private laboratories. Under the present Order the Department has reduced the rates of COVID testing for the following 2 categories: 1. RtPCR Testing - Rs 900/ - (Earlier was Rs.1200/-) 2. Rapid Antigen Testing - Rs. 500/- (Earlier was Rs. 650/-) The rest of the rates remain the same as follows: 1. CBNAAT Testing - Rs. 2400/- 2. TrueNat Testing - Rs. 2000/- 3. IgG based ELISA Testing - Rs. 250/- It is reiterated that, all the laboratories conducting COVID-19 testing have been directed to adhere to the guidelines and SOPs mentioned in the earlier Orders, and follow all testing protocols laid down by ICMR and MoHFW, Govt. of India from time to time. | Mandatory | Private Laboratories | No End date specified |
| Central | Extension In Due Date For Furnishing Of Annual Return In Form Gstr-9 And Audit Report In Form Gstr-9C For F.Y 2018-19 | 28-10-2020 | Central Board of Indirect Taxes & Customs (CBIC) has issued a Notification No. 80- Central Tax dated 28th October, 2020 to further extend the due date for furnishing the GST Annual Return in FORM GSTR-9 for the period from 1st April, 2018 to 31st March, 2019 from 31st day of October, 2020 to 31st day of December, 2020. Wherever copy of audited annual accounts and reconciliation statement duly certified, in FORM GSTR-9C, needs to be submitted along with GST Annual return, the same shall also stand extended till 31st day of December, 2020 for the period 1st April, 2018 to 31st March, 2019. | Mandatory | All | Permanent change in law |
| Maharashtra | Seepz Special Economic Zone Directs All Stakeholders To Strictly Comply To All Safety Guidelines And Measures / Precautions Issued By The Government Of India / Maharashtra Government | 28-10-2020 | In light of the surging positive cases in SEZ Units, the Office of the Development Commissioner, SEEPZ Special Economic Zone, through a Public Notice dated 28th October, 2020 has directed all stakeholders to strictly comply to all safety guidelines and measures / precautions issued by the Government of India / Maharashtra Government. Further, Nodal Officers are appointed so that no case of infection goes undetected and / unattended. | Mandatory | SEZ Units | No end date specified |
| Central | Ministry Of Consumers, Food And Public Distribution Permits Manufacturers Or Packers To Utilise The Existing Packaging Material Or Wrapper Up To 31St March 2021 ; Applies To Manufacturers Or Packers Who Declare The Month And Year Of Manufacturing Packing Under Legal Meteorology (Packaged Commodities) Rules 2011 | 28-Oct-20 | In a Notification dated 28th October 2020, the department of Ministry of Consumers, Food and Public Distribution has permitted the manufacturers or packers to utilise the existing packaging material or wrapper up to 31st march 2021 or till the date such materials are exhausted whichever is earlier by declaring the correct month and year of manufacturing by way of putting sticker, stamping or online printing, as the case may be. Such relaxation has been brought about owing to the prevalent condition of COVID-19 leading to the lockdown of the whole country. The aforesaid relaxation applies to manufacturers or packers who have to declare the month and year of manufacturing packing under Legal Meteorology (Packaged Commodities) Rules 2011. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Maharashtra | Maharashtra Govt. Issues Ordinance To Amend Maharashtra Co-Operative Societies Act, 1960; Effective Immediately | 28-10-2020 | In a Gazette Notification dated 28th October, 2020 the Co-Operation, Marketing and Textiles Department, Maharashtra (Department) has issued the Maharashtra Co-operative Societies (Second Amendment) Ordinance, 2020 (Ordinance) in order to further amend the Maharashtra Co-operative Societies Act, 1960 (Principal Act). The Ordinance has gained effect immediately. Background: Due to the outbreak of pandemic Covid-19, social and economic activities have suffered a setback since 24th March 2020, in the light of the declaration of lockdown in the Country. Due to lockdown, functioning of the co-operative societies in the State have also been adversely affected. As per the provisions of the Maharashtra Co-operative Societies Act, 1960 and the rules framed thereunder, the societies are required to undertake their election, annual general meeting and audit within the stipulated period. However, considering the prevailing situation, the Ordinance is being issued in order to amend the Principal Act suitably. Implications- 1. The said section 27 provides for voting powers of members. Sub-section (1A) provides that a member who is not an active member will not be entitled to vote. In order to be an active member, the member of the society should participate in the affairs of the society and should avail minimum services of the society as specified in the bye-laws of the society. In view of the pandemic, in order to enable member to be an active member and be eligible to cast his vote in the election of the society, for the year 2020¬21, it is considered expedient to amend sub-section (1A) of section 27, suitably. 2. Section 75 of the Act provides for annual general meeting of the society. Sub-section (1) thereof provides that every society must within a period of four months after the close of the financial year, get its books of accounts audited and within six months after the close of the financial year, call the annual general meeting of its members. In view of the pandemic Covid -19, the provision is amended to provide for the financial year 2019 - 2020, the society may get its books of accounts audited within nine months from the close of its financial year and call the annual general meeting within twelve months from the close of the financial year. 3.In light of the pandemic, the present amendment is made to extend the period for the conduct of the audit of society for the financial year 2019-2020 4. Due to the prevailing situation , section 73AAA of the Act has been amended by the Maharashtra Co-operative Societies (Amendment) Ordinance, 2020 providing that, where the elections to the existing society cannot be held for any reason not attributable to the members of such Committee, the existing members of the Committee shall be deemed to have continued till new Committee is duly constituted. | Mandatory | Co- operative societies | No end date specified |
| Meghalaya | Meghalaya Govt. Fixes Rates Of Various Covid-19 Tests Conducted In The State; Effective Immediately | 28-10-2020 | The Health and Family Welfare Department, Government of Meghalaya (Department), in an Order dated 28th October, 2020 has fixed the following rates of various COVID-19 tests conducted in the State: 1. Rapid Antigen Test (RAT)- Rs.500/- 2. RT-PCR Test- Rs.1000/- 3. TruNat Test- Rs.1500/- 4. CBNAAT Test- Rs.3000/- Please note- 1. All those who require to be tested at the Entry Points will be charged as per approved rates. 2. Those who belong to Below Poverty Line (BPL) Households (Yellow & Pink NFSA Cardholders) on medical advice can avail the testing for free at any of the Government Facilities only. The testing slots shall be subject to availability. However, testing in Private Facility will be on payment basis only. 3. All those who have been identified as High Risk contact in the containment zones and those advised by the Health Department officials, will be tested free of cost. 4. Any person (including MHIS Cardholders) who desires to get tested with RT PCR/CBNAAT/TruNAT on their own without a medical advice shall approach facilities for getting tested on payment of the relevant cost of the test. The above mentioned rates have gained effect since 29th October, 2020. | Mandatory | Laboratories | No end date specified |
| Central | Mha Extends Applicability Of Existing Provisions Under Unlock 5.0 Order Dated 30Th September, 2020, Till 30Th November, 2020 | 27-10-2020 | The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has notified that guidelines for re-opening of activities issued under the MHA Order dated September 30, 2020 will remain in force till November 30, 2020. With this extension, the existing guidelines under MHA Unlock 5.0 needs to be adhered to and the lockdown in Containment Zones will continue to be effective till November 30, 2020. We are re-sharing our analysis of the MHA Unlock 5.0 Order dated 30.09.2020 for reference. For a detailed read, please refer to the attached Orders. | Mandatory | All | 30-11-2020 |
| Central | Mha Issues Letters To Chief Secretaries Of States And The Administrators Of Uts On Implementing Guidelines Issued Under The Disaster Management Act 2005; Reiterates Need To Exercise Caution In View Of The Ongoing Pandemic | 27-10-2020 | The Union Home Secretary, Government of India (MHA), has written to the Chief Secretaries of all States and the Administrators of all Union Territories, in pursuance of MHA Order dated 27th October, 2020 which has extended the applicability of existing provisions under Unlock 5.0 Order dated 30th September, 2020, till 30th November, 2020. The letter highlights that since the first Order on lockdown measures by MHA on 24th March 2020, almost all activities have been gradually opened up in areas outside the Containment Zones. While most of the activities have been permitted without restrictions, some of the activities involving large number of people, have been allowed with a certain degree of restriction and subject to SOPs regarding health and safety precautions being followed. These include - metro rail; shopping malls; hotel, restaurants and hospitality services; religious places; yoga and training institutes; gymnasiums; cinemas; entertainment park etc. State / Union Territory Governments have also been permitted to take decisions for the re-opening of certain activities which have a relatively higher degree of risk of COVID infection, based on the assessment of the situation and subject to SOPs. These activities include - schools and coaching institutes; State and private universities for research scholars; allowing gatherings above the limit of 100 etc. It has been reiterated that the essence behind the graded re-opening and progressive resumption of activities is to move ahead. However, it does not mean that the pandemic has come to an end. The need to exercise abundant caution by adopting COVID-19 appropriate behaviour by every citizen in their daily routine has been emphasised. Attention is drawn to the 'Jan Andolan', launched by the Prime Minister on 8th October, 2020 on COVID-19 appropriate behavior to follow three mantras, namely, wearing face mask, washing hand frequently, and maintaining safe distance of 6 feet. It has also been pointed out that during the ongoing festival season, people are ignoring the cardinal safety requirements, such as wearing face masks and maintaining physical distance in various gatherings and that such behaviour poses a serious threat to public health, at a time when the number of active cases in the country is witnessing a downward trend. The urgent need to instill a sense of discipline and ownership amongst citizens so that the resumption of activities is successful and gains made in the management of the pandemic are not diluted. Accordingly, States and Union Territories have been directed to promote COVID-19 appropriate behavior extensively at the grass root level and take measures to enforce the wearing of mask while ensuring hand hygiene and social distancing. Further, State/ UT Governments have been advised to regulate various gatherings of people and strictly enforce the same as per SOPs. It has been reiterated that the State Governments and Union Territory Administrators cannot dilute the guidelines issued by MHA under the Disaster Management Act 2005. States and Union Territories have been advised against imposing any local lockdown outside the Containment Zones, without prior consultation of the Central Government. There shall also be no restriction on inter-State and intra-State movement of persons and goods including movement for cross land-border trade under Treaties with neighbouring countries. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended documents. | Mandatory | All | 30-11-2020 |
| Andhra Pradesh | Andhra Pradesh Govt. Extends The Implementation Date Of Restart Scheme; All Units Can Apply For Eligibility Under The Scheme Till 31.10.2020 Instead Of 31.08.2020. | 26-10-2020 | In a Notification dated 26th October, 2020, the Industries and Commerce (P&I) Department, Andhra Pradesh Government (Department) has provided a window for those Industries which have not utilised the benefits under the Re-START scheme. Now, all units can apply for eligibility under Re-START on or before 31st October 2020 instead of 31st August, 2020. Background: The Department had earlier extended support to industrial sector especially Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in wake of COVID-19 crisis, by issuing guidelines for the Re-START programme vide G.O.R.T No. 104 dated 19th May, 2020. All MSME/large/mega units, which were functional before the lockdown, i.e before February 2020 and previously, will be eligible to avail the benefits under ReSTART. With the present Notification, the units are being given a window to utilise the benefits under the Re-START Scheme by extending the time for applying under the Scheme till 31st October, 2020. | Mandatory | All | 31-10-2020 |
| Central | Rbi Issues The Scheme For Grant Of Ex-Gratia Payment Of Difference Between Compound Interest And Simple Interest For Six Months To Borrowers In Specified Loan Accounts (1.3.2020 To 31.8.2020) | 26-10-2020 | The Reserve Bank of India, in a Circular dated 26th October, 2020 has issued the Scheme for grant of ex-gratia payment of difference between compound interest and simple interest for six months to borrowers in specified loan accounts (1.3.2020 to 31.8.2020). The Government of India has announced the Scheme for grant of ex-gratia payment of difference between compound interest and simple interest for six months to borrowers in specified loan accounts (1.3.2020 to 31.8.2020) (the Scheme) on October 23, 2020, which mandates ex-gratia payment to certain categories of borrowers by way of crediting the difference between simple interest and compound interest for the period between March 1, 2020 to August 31, 2020 by respective lending institutions. All lending institutions are advised to be guided by the provisions of the Scheme and take necessary action within the stipulated timeline. | Mandatory | Lending institutions | No end date specified |
| Puducherry | Puducherry Govt. Allows Private Offices, Shops, Hotels, Restaurants, Bars And Liquor Shops To Operate Till 10 Pm | 23-10-2020 | Pursuant to Unlock 5.0 Order for phased re-opening of activities, the Government of Puducherry (Government) has permitted all private offices, shops, hotels, restaurants, bars and liquor shops to operate till 10:00 p.m. with effect since 23rd October, 2020 | Mandatory | private office, shops, hotels, restaurants, bars and liquor shops | No end date specified |
| Central | Bis Certification Exemption For Solar Pv Module Manufacturers Having An Annual Production Capacity Less Than 50 Mw Extended In View Of Covid-19 Pandemic | 23-10-2020 | The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has in a Notification dated October 23, 2020 extended the BIS certification exemption for solar PV module manufacturers having an annual production capacity less than 50 MW. As per the present notification these manufacturers will now be exempted from such certification till they have valid IEC certificates for their products (SPV Modules). Background: The Central Government had issued Solar Photovoltaics, Systems, Devices and Components Goods (Requirements for Compulsory Registration) Order, 2017 in a notification dated 5th September 2017 for specified products included in the Schedule and the same was to gain effect from 5th September 2018. However, after having discussions with the various stakeholders the date of coming into force of the said Order was advanced to 16th April 2018 on 30th May 2018. A further extension in this regard was further granted in a notification dated 13.07.2018. Additionally, the module manufacturers having annual module production capacity is less than 50MW were also exempted for BIS certification for two years till 4.09.2020 provided they had a valid IEC Certificate. Now, in view of the disruption caused by COVID 19 and the serious challenges faced by the domestic solar industry, MNRE has extended the BIS certification exemption till the validity of IEC certificates for their products provided the IEC certificates for SPV Modules had been obtained before 16.04.2018. These manufacturers will be required to go compulsorily for BIS registration after the validity of IEC Certificates is over. | Mandatory | solar PV module manufacturers | No end date specified |
| Central | Amidst Pandemic, Sebi Further Extends Timeline Of Validity Of Regulatory Measures Introduced In Light Of Abnormally High Market Volatility Till November 26, 2020 | 22-10-2020 | The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has, in a Press Release dated 22nd October, 2020, informed that the following regulatory measures which were introduced in light of the abnormally high volatility in the stock markets owing to the prevailing COVID-19 pandemic, by the SEBI Press Release dated 20th March, 2020, will continue to be in force till 26th November, 2020. i. The Market Wide Position Limit (MWPL) have been revised to 50% of the existing levels for the purpose of introducing ban period on fresh positions and not for determining the enhanced eligibility criteria for derivatives stocks. ii. The current penalty structure adopted by the stock exchanges / clearing corporations have been enhanced to 10 times of the minimum and 5 times of the maximum penalties specified by the stock exchanges / clearing corporations, to function as an effective deterrent in the current market context. iii. The margin for stocks has been increased for meeting the above-mentioned criteria for MWPL. iv. Margin for Non-F&O Stocks in Cash Market has been increased. v. Position limits in equity index derivatives (futures and options) have been revised. vi. The dynamic price bands can now be flexed only after a cooling-off period of 15 minutes from the time of meeting the existing criteria specified by stock exchanges for flexing. Please refer to the attached documents for further details. | Mandatory | All | 26-11-2020 |
| Puducherry | Puducherry Govt. Directs Implementation Of Standard Operating Procedures On Preventive Measures To Contain Spread Of Covid-19 During Festivities | 21-10-2020 | With a view to implement necessary preventive measures to contain the spread of Covid-19 during the upcoming festivities where a large gathering of people in specific locations is anticipated, the Puducherry Government has directed strict adherence to the Standard Operating Procedures to contain the spread of COVID-19 during festivities which were issued earlier by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. Key Highlights: 1. The months of October to December witnesses large gathering of people in specified locations for religious worship, fairs, rallies, exhibitions, cultural functions, processions etc. which may last for more than a day and extend to a week. In order to prevent the spread of COVID-19, it is important that necessary preventive measures are followed during such events. 2. Persons above 65 years of age, persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women and children below the age of 10 years have been advised to stay at home. This applies to the event managers and staff as well. Additional measures may be implemented by the competent authority within their jurisdiction as per their local assessment and in line with activities permitted by Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) as per MHA Orders issued under Disaster Management Act, 2005. 3. Festive events shall be permitted only outside the Containment Zones. Organizers / staff / visitors from Containment Zones shall not be permitted. 4. People residing inside Containment Zones may be encouraged to observe all festivals inside their homes and not move out. 5. Festivals, fairs, rallies, exhibitions, cultural functions, processions and plays/ concerts should ensure: i. identification of spatial boundaries and prepare detailed site plan which would facilitate compliance with thermal screening, physical distancing, sanitization etc; ii. plan should be prepared well in advance about conduct of each activity (religious places, rallies, processions, cultural shows, fairs etc.), with all relevant stakeholders including event organizers, business owners, market associations, etc. iii. event sites to have adequate floor area and proper markings at all locations which are likely to be visited by public; iv. Adequate number of ticket counters shall be planned to facilitate compliance with physical distancing norms; v. Posters/standees/AV media on preventive measures from COVID-19 must be displayed prominently at the event sites vi. rallies and immersion processions to ensure that number of people does not exceed the prescribed limit and that proper physical distancing and wearing of masks is ensured; vii. events lasting days should ensure ensure a cap on physical numbers. Staggered timings and restricted entry may be considered along with making arrangement for ambulance service and linkages to nearest hospitals for health emergencies; viii. volunteers should be stationed to ensure thermal scanning, physical distancing and wearing of masks; ix. adequate supply of sanitizers, thermal guns and physical distancing floor markings to be ensured; x. Close circuit cameras etc. may be considered to monitor compliance of physical distance norms, wearing of masks; 3. Preventive measures include simple public health measures to reduce the risk of COVID-19. These measures need to be observed by all, including the event managers, organizational staff and the public visiting the festivities: i. maintaining a minimum distance of 6 feet in public places; use of face covers/masks; frequent hand washing with soap, use of alcohol-based hand sanitizers; ii. following respiratory etiquettes such as covering ones mouth and nose while coughing / sneezing with a tissue / handkerchief / flexed elbow and disposing off used tissues properly and not spitting; iii. Self-monitoring of health by all and reporting any illness at the earliest to State and District Helpline. vii. Installation & use of Aarogya Setu App shall be advised to all. 4. Multiple entry and exit to the event site to be arranged. i. multiple and separate entry and exits for visitors shall be ensured. The structure/space/venue for the event must also ensure adequate natural cross-ventilation; ii. entrances to have mandatory hand hygiene and thermal screening provisions; iii. Anyone found symptomatic during thermal screening should be politely refused entry and advised to seek immediate medical care; 5. Movement within event venue: i. Seating arrangement in the pandaals, food courts, shows etc. to ensure adequate physical distancing; ii. Shops, stalls, cafeteria etc., outside and within the premises too shall follow physical distancing norms at all times; iii. Arrangements for safe drinking water, if required, should be made (preferably with provision for disposable cups/glasses) in the event premises; iv. recorded devotional music/songs may be played and choir or singing groups should not be allowed; v. Community kitchens/langars / Ann-daan, etc. at event venue should follow physical distancing norms while preparing and distributing food while ensuring highest levels of personal and environmental hygiene; 6. Sanitation and Hygiene i. Effective and frequent sanitation to be ensured within the premises with particular focus on commonly touched surfaces/areas including lavatories, drinking and hand washing stations/areas; ii. Cleaning and regular disinfection (using 1% sodium hypochlorite) of frequently touched surfaces; iii. Visitors and staff should be advised to dispose of used face covers / masks in covered bins available at the premises 7. SOP to be followed in case of a suspect case or person who develops symptoms during the conduct of the event: i. Place the ill person in a room or area where they are isolated from others till the time person is examined by a doctor; ii. If symptoms deteriorate, inform the nearest medical facility; iii. Disinfection of the premises to be taken up if the person is found positive. For a detailed read, please refer to the corresponding Order | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Tamil Nadu | Tn Govt. Directs All Shops And Businesses Including Vegetable Shops, Grocery Stores, Food And Tea Shops To Follow Standard Guidelines Issued By The Government In Light Of The Pandemic | 21-10-2020 | The Tamil Nadu Government ("Govt") has directed all shops and businesses including vegetable shops, grocery stores, food and tea stalls to adhere to the standard guidelines issued by the Government in areas outside Containment Zones across Tamil Nadu. The Govt. has additionally requested people to wear masks and adhere to the social distancing norms of maintaining distance of at least 6 feet between each other and wash their hands frequently with soap. Please note that the document is in Vernacular and we have translated it to the best of our understanding. Once an official translation is available, we will update in case there is a requirement. For a detailed read, please refer to the corresponding document | Mandatory | vegetable shops, grocery stores, food and tea shops | No end date specified |
| Mizoram | Certain Private Hospitals In Mizoram Allowed To Carry Out Screening Of Covid-19 By Rapid Antigen Test (Rat), Subject To Compliance With Sops For Sample Collection, Management Of Bio-Medical Waste Etc. | 21-10-2020 | The Health Department of Mizoram has authorized following Private Hospitals to carry out screening of COVID-19 by Rapid Antigen Test (RAT), in the interest of public service: The hospitals authorized to carry out RAT are - 1. Synod Hospital, Durtlang, Aizawl 2. Ebenezer Medical Centre, Chawnpuri, Aizawl 3. B.N Hospital, Kulikawn, Aizawl 4. Trinity Hospital, Silai Mual, Aizawl The above mentioned hospitals have to strictly comply with all the SOPs issued by the Government from time to time with regard to sample collection, data management, management of Bio-Medical Wastes etc. | Mandatory | Private Hospitals | No end date specified |
| Maharashtra | Maharashtra Government Fixes Maximum Selling Price For Masks In The State; Applies To All Mask Manufacturing Companies/Distributors/ Retail Sellers In The State | 20-10-2020 | In an Order dated 20th October, 2020 the Public Health Department, Government of Maharashtra (Department) has fixed the maximum selling price for masks in Maharashtra as per the following: Sr. No Description of the Masks MRP per piece + GST in Rs. 1 *NIOSH certified N-95 V Shape (Including *Magnum N-95 V Shape Mask) Rs. 19 2 **NIOSH certified N-95 3D Mask (Including *Magnum N-95 3D Mask) Rs. 25 3 ***NIOSH certified N-95 without valve (Including #Venus 14488 V4400-N-95 mask without valve) Rs. 28 4 ****NIOSH certified N-95 cup shape without valve a. *Magnum N-95 MH Cup Rs. 49 b. #Venus CN95+N-95 Cup Shape mask without valve Rs. 29 c. #Venus 713W-N-95-6WE Cup Style without valve Rs. 37 d. #Venus 713W-N-95-6RE Cup Style without valve Rs. 29 5 ÃFFP2 Mask: ISI certified (Including #Venus 14491 V-4420+FFP2 mask) Rs. 12 6 2 Ply surgical with loop or tie Rs. 3 7 3 Ply surgical with Melt Blown (Including #Venus 14520-3 Ply Mask) Rs. 4 8 Doctors Kit of 5N-95 masks + 53Ply melt blown mask (including #Venus doctors kit) Rs. 127 The maximum selling price prescribed for above different quality masks would remain in force till the Epidemic Act is applicable. Further, the abovementioned maximum selling price limit would be applicable to all mask manufacturing companies/distributors/ retail sellers in the State. While making supply of masks to Government and Private Hospitals, Nursing Homes, Covid Care Centres, Dedicated Covid Hospitals etc in the State of Maharashtra it would be required to make them available the same at 70% of prescribed maximum selling price. When the private hospitals would purchase the masks they cannot charge amount to patients more than 110% of purchase price. Please note that the Order is in Vernacular and we have translated it to the best of our understanding. _______________________________________ *NIOSH- National Institute for Occupational Safety & Health, USA **Magnum- Magnum Health & Safety Pvt. Ltd ***Venus- Venus Health & Safety Pvt. Ltd ****FFP- Filtering Face piece | Mandatory | manufacturing companies/distributors/ retail sellers of masks | no end date specified |
| Central | In Light Of Covid-19 Pandemic, Mca Further Extends Exemption From Requirement Of A Minimum Residency Period Of 182 Days In A Year In India By At Least One Director Of A Company For The Financial Year 2020-21 As Well | 20-10-2020 | In light of the prevailing COVID-19 pandemic, the Ministry of Corporate Affairs ("MCA") has, in a Circular dated 20th October, 2020, extended the exemption from the requirement of a minimum residency period 182 days in a year in India, by at least one director of a company, also for the financial year 2020-2021. Background: The MCA, in a General Circular No. 11 /2020, had introduced Special Measures under Companies Act, 2013 (CA-2013) and Limited Liability Partnership Act, 2008 in view of COVID-19 outbreak. Pursuant to which non-compliance of minimum residency in India for a period of at least 182 days by at least one director of every company, under Section 149 of the Companies Act, 2013 was not to be treated as a non-compliance for the financial year 2019-20. Now, MCA has extended the exemption. Please refer to the appended document for details. Source: Ministry of Corporate Affairs | Mandatory | All | 31-03-2021 |
| Chhattisgarh | District Magistrate Of Durg In Chhattisgarh Relaxes Closing Times For Shops And Similar Business Establishments Along With Delivery And Take Away Timings For Hotels / Restaurants; Petrol Pumps And Medical Stores Can Now Function Outside The Specified Timings | 19-10-2020 | The District Magistrate, Durg District, Chhattisgarh, has relaxed the existing restriction on timings for closing of shops and other businesses in the District. Also, the timings for hotels/restaurants for take away and home delivery have also been relaxed. Earlier the shops and other establishments were only allowed to operate till 8 pm and hotels / restaurants were allowed to remain open till 10 pm only for take away and home deliveries. In addition to this, petrol pumps and medical stores have now been permitted to operate outside their designated opening and closing times. Note: The Order is in Vernacular and we have translated it to the best of our understanding. Once an official translation is available, we will update in case there is a requirement. | Mandatory | Shops, Hotels/restaurants, Petrol pumps, medical stores | No end date specified |
| Central | Fssai Further Extends The Date For Mandatory Food Safety Audit Of Food Businesses Under The Fss (Food Safety Auditing) Regulations, 2018 Up To 31.12.2020 | 19-10-2020 | In furtherance to the earlier extension granted, and in view of the ongoing impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India has, in a Notification dated October 19, 2020, further extended the last date for mandatory food safety audit of food businesses under the Food Safety and Standards (Food Safety Auditing) Regulations, 2018 up to 31st December, 2020. Earlier, the extension had been granted till 30th September, 2020 Accordingly, the food businesses have been directed to get such mandatory audits of their premises conducted by 31st December, 2020. | Mandatory | Food Business | 31-12-2020 |
| Karnataka | Parliamentary Affairs And Legislation Secretariat Issues The Karnataka Epidemic Diseases Act 2020, Effective 22.04.2020 | 19-Oct-20 | The Karnataka Epidemic Diseases Act, 2020 has gained the assent of the Governor on 16.10.2020. While the Regulations are yet to be framed, the Act lays down contraventions with respect to "act of violence". act of violence includes any of the following acts committed by any person against a public servant serving during an epidemic, which causes or may cause,- (i) harassment impacting the living or working conditions of such public servant and preventing him from discharging his duties; (ii) harm, injury, hurt, intimidation or danger to the life of such public servant, either within the premises of a clinical establishment or otherwise; (iii) obstruction or hindrance to such public servant in the discharge of his duties, either within the premises of a clinical establishment or otherwise; or (iv) loss or damage to any property or documents in the custody of, or in relation to, such public servant; The Act gives power to the Government of Karnataka to notify any disease as epidemic disease. Section 14 relating to offence by companies where an offence under this Act has been committed by a Company will be considered guilty of the offence and will be punished under the provisions of the Act The Act has come into force on 22.04.2020, by repealing the Karnataka Epidemic Diseases Ordinance 2020. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Karnataka | Karnataka Govt. Issues Standard Operating Procedures For Management Of Covid-19 In Factories; Provides Common Area Norms At Manufacturing Locations And Safe Transportation Guidelines | 17-10-2020 | The Government of Karnataka has issued the Standard Operating Procedures for management of COVID-19 in factories (SOP) which must be displayed in the factory. The occupier shall ensure that the same is followed to comply with the provisions of *Section 7A(1) of the Factories Act, 1948. Policy and procedure Develop an Infectious Disease Preparedness and Response Plan: ¢ Develop a COVID-19 taskforce in the workplace, so that this taskforce can lead protective actions against COVID-19. Members of participation committee, safety committees, safety officers, and the medical staff of the factory should be in the committee. ¢ Ensure proper representation from every section in the taskforce. ¢ The developed policy should clearly define the accountability and responsibility of committee members in writing so that the entire workforce is made aware of their responsibility (who is In-charge, who does what?) in terms of prevention, controlling mechanism, and handling suspected COVID-19 cases in the workplace. ¢ Communicating and implementing COVID-19 related policies and procedures with relevant parties in the factory through worker training, and targeted interventions relevant to assigned tasks. ¢ Regular review, coordination, and updates to the plan as COVID-19 outbreak conditions change, including as new information about the virus, its transmission, and impacts become available. ¢ Prepare a SOP related to receipt of raw materials, accessories, machines, tools, accessories, and any other goods into factory premises, including what is imported from outside the country. This policy should include a quarantine and checking area for what is brought into factory premises. Develop, Implement, and Communicate about Workplace Protections: ¢ Provide workers with a list of referrals to essential health services including health care facilities treating COVID-19, sexual and reproductive health care (including maternal health care services), and counseling, legal, medical, and shelter services for workers experiencing domestic violence. Ensure that the medical officers and welfare officers are trained to support workers in accessing these services if required. Prepare factory medical staff with resources on COVID-19: ¢ Have a detailed meeting with the medical staff if available to identify the gap in existing medical facility. ¢ Take immediate action to procure what's missing. ¢ Encourage all medical staff to educate themselves on COVID-19 guidelines from Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. Preventive measures: ¢ The best way to control COVID-19 is to systematically prevent it from entering the workplace in the first place. In factories where it may not be possible to eliminate the COVID-19 outbreak due to the high density of workers in a small place, the most effective protection measure will be to use the "hierarchy of controls" to select ways of controlling workplace hazards. There are advantages and disadvantages to each type of control measure. ¢ In most cases, a combination of control measures will be necessary to protect workers from exposure to COVID19 Administrative Controls: Preventive measures before starting operation · Establishing hand wash stations at the main gate with adequate number of liquid soaps; ensuring hand wash/sanitization for all the visitors and employees while entering into the factory. · Ensure at least two meters distance from one tap to another. · Hand washing stations should have clean, dry cloth, single-use towel or hand drier ¬avoid reusable towels · Checking workers and any visitor's temperature by using infrared thermometer/thermal scanning/ necessary health check-up of every employee who is entering into the factory by the factory medical team. Disinfection Processes: · Factory should be completely disinfected prior to workers' entry to the factory. · Using personal protective equipment (PPEs) such as disposable gloves protective suit and mask is mandatory when disinfection processes are implemented. · Spraying disinfectant throughout the factory; routine cleaning is being continued with more attention to disinfect stairs' handrail, lift button, inside of lift, exit doors' handle, fire doors' handle, photocopy machines, first aid boxes, dining tables, pantry and production tools and equipment (such as trolleys, WIP storage shelves, baskets etc. · The bottom of shoes should be sprayed with disinfectant while entering to the factory and ensure workers do not remain in bare foot in the production floor. If necessary, provide spare sandals for the production floor. · All vehicles must be disinfected upon entry COVID-19 Management Guidance: · HR and administrative initiatives to reduce risk of COVID-19 · Allowing all employees to visit in-house doctors if available for any COVID-19 symptom, sending workers away from factory premises with leave if they have fevers. · Ensuring social distancing is maintained during visits to the medical room/doctor, and facilities are disinfected after each worker visits. · Establishing more hand wash stations throughout the factory with an adequate number of water taps and soap to facilitate frequent hand wash. · Ensuring hand wash items in all the toilets always and encouraging to wash hands very frequently. · Divide the lunch/dinner/prayer break into several shifts to avoid the large number of workers who gather at a time and place the same simultaneously. · Change the working time to shift work; shift work schedules should take into consideration of workers with family responsibilities and their availabilities to take on certain shifts. Depending in safety and security circumstances related to commuting to and from work, factories should ensure that workers, specifically women workers, are not put at risk of violence and harassment. · Change the attendance system of the fingerprint to the use of punch card attendance. If temporary registers are used, then the pens used should be wiped with hand sanitizers after each use. · Ensure each worker carry individual drinking water bottles and maintain gap between the water tap and bottle. Further, the SOP also states: 1. Factory should provide the following PPE and support structures for staff 2. Safe Transportation guideline 3. Common area norms at Manufacturing Locations 4. Adaptation for team members &contractors 5. Update policy and communicate with all personal Please refer to the hyperlink provided below for a detailed read of the SOP. __________________________________________ *Section 7A deals with General duties of the occupier | Mandatory | Mnaufacturing | NO end date specified |
| Rajasthan | Rajasthan Government Prescribes Fine Of Rs. 10,000/- For Gatherings (Except Marriage Or Funerals) Organized Without Prior Permission Of District Magistrate And District Collector | 17-10-2020 | Rajasthan Government has authorized all Executive Magistrates, Chief Executive Officers of Zila Parishad and Block Development Officers within their respective jurisdiction to compound offences committed under the Rajasthan Epidemic Diseases Act, 2020. Now, if any person organises any social, religious, political or any other kind of public or general function or gathering, other than marriage or funeral/last rites without prior permission (in writing) from the District Collector and District Magistrate or even if permission for such function is granted but: i. social distancing is not maintained, ii. face masks not worn or iii. not worn properly by participants, iv. no arrangements of screening and hygiene is made and v. number of participants turns out to be more than the prescribed limit of 100; then a fine of Rs. 10,000/- will be imposed upon the organiser. In addition to the above-mentioned, amendments have been made to the Regulations issued earlier by the Department. Regulation 9 has been substituted as follows: "9. No person shall organise any social, religious, political or any kind of public or general function or gathering other than marriage or funeral/last rites, without prior permission in writing of the District Collector and District Magistrate. In such function or gathering organised with prior permission of the District Collector and District Magistrate, the organiser shall ensure that - a. social distancing should be maintained, b. every participant shall wear face masks properly, c. screening of every participant shall be done and proper hygiene shall be maintained, and d. total number of participant should not be more than 100." | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Maharashtra | Government Of Maharashtra Requests Central Railway And Western Railway Regarding Opening Of Trains Service For Ladies In Mumbai And Mmr Region | 16-10-2020 | Government of Maharashtra ("Government") has requested the Central and Western Railways for local trains to be made available for all ladies from 11 am to 3 pm and again from 7 PM onwards till end of local services for the day in Mumbai and MMR Region. The Government has further requested that during this period, all ladies with valid tickets be allowed entry. In addition to this, QR codes will to not be required for travelling during the above-mentioned time period and that the frequency of local trains be increased as per the increase in demand. | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Karnataka | Karnataka Government Fixes Fresh Ceiling Rates For Different Covid-19 Tests; Revokes Earlier Orders In This Regard | 16-10-2020 | The Government of Karnataka (State Government) has issued an Order dated October 16, 2020 specifying fresh rates for different COVID-19 tests to be charged by the private laboratories in the State. The present Order is in suppression of all previous orders specifying rates for COVID-19 testing issued by the State Government. 1. The newly specified rates per test are as follows: a. Sample collection and transportation of Government and private samples to the testing lab - Rs.400/- b. RT-PCR test for Government referred samples to private labs - Rs.800/- c. RT-PCR test for privately given samples to private labs when samples are given at labs - Rs.1200/- d. RT-PCR test for privately given samples to private labs when the samples are collected by the labs at home/residence - Rs.1600/- e. TRU-NAT test for privately given samples at private labs - Rs.2200/- f. TRU-NAT test for privately given samples to private labs when the samples are collected by the labs at home/residence - Rs.2600/- g. CB-NAAT test for privately given samples at private labs - Rs.3800/- h. CB-NAAT test for privately given samples to private labs when the samples are collected by the labs at home/residence - Rs.4200/- i. Rapid Antibody Test/ELISA for privately given samples at private labs - Rs.500/- j. Rapid Antigen Test for privately given samples at private labs - Rs.700/- 2. The ceiling rates fixed includes screening and confirmatory tests as well as the cost of PPE kit. The Order also clarifies that only for RT-PCR test Government samples shall be given to private labs. 3. Such testing can be done only in the ICMR approved laboratories and all other conditions laid down by the ICMR and the State Government shall apply. | Mandatory | Private Laboratories | no end date specified |
| Central | Alcohol Based Hand Sanitizers In Containers With Dispenser Pumps Made Freely Exportable With Immediate Effect | 15-10-2020 | The Directorate General of Foreign Trade through a Notification dated 15th October, 2020 has amended the Export Policy of Alcohol based Hand Sanitizers. With the Amendment the Export of Alcohol based Hand Sanitizers in container with dispenser pumps is free, making export of Alcohol based Hand Sanitizers in any form/packaging freely exportable from 15th October, 2020. | Mandatory | ||
| Central | Ministry Of Culture Issues Detailed Sops For Cultural Functions And Programs To Facilitate Organization Of Cultural Events During The Covid Pandemic | 15-10-2020 | Ministry of Culture based on Ministry of Home Affairs Unlock 5.0 guidelines by a Press Release dated 15th October, 2020 has issued a detailed SOP for Cultural Functions & Programs on preventive measures to contain spread of COVID-19. Key highlights of the SOP 1. The SOP contains guidelines that have to be followed by the management of theatres and performance spaces, as well as the entertainment/creative agencies, artists and crew or any other persons who hire the auditoria or any other open/closed performance spaces, whether on payment or gratis. 2. Guidelines w.r.t. Artists & Crew, management of Green Rooms, Stage management, Costume and make up trials, Sanitization of venue including stage, Open area seating etc. have been provided under the SOP. 3. Cultural activities are continued to be prohibited inside containment zones. 4. Basic COVID preventive measures have to be followed at all times like wearing of face masks/cover, washing/sanitizing hands at regular intervals, practicing respiratory etiquettes etc. 5. The occupancy of auditoriums/closed performance spaces will not be more than 50% of total seating capacity, subject to a ceiling of 200 persons. 6. Proper crowd control management to be ensured with strict physical distancing. 7. Staggered timings for performances to be followed to avoid crowding at the venue. 8. Frequent sanitization of the entire premises, common facilities, and all points which come into human contact, e.g. handles, railings, etc. to be ensured. 9. Dos and Donts shall be communicated at prominent access points: Online sale points, digital tickets, public areas like lobbies, washrooms, etc. 10. Guidelines w.r.t. air-conditioning/cooling as laid down by the Government to be followed. For a detailed read, please refer to the attached document. | Mandatory | Cultural Functions & Programs | No end date specified |
| Central | Rbi Issues Faqs On Resolution Framework For Covid-19 Related Stress | 15-10-2020 | The Reserve Bank of India had on August 6, 2020 issued the "Resolution Framework for COVID-19-related Stress" which aims to facilitate revival of real sector activities and mitigate the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on the ultimate borrowers. Now, the RBI has on its website issued the FAQs with responses in this regard to provide clarity on certain aspects of the Resolution Framework. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended document. | Advisory | Financial Institutions | No end date specified |
| Maharashtra | Govt. Of Maharashtra Rolls Out Guidelines To Implement Easing Of Restrictions In The State In Continuation To Mission Begin Again; Permits B2B Exhibitions Outside Containment Zones | 14-10-2020 | In continuation to Mission Begin Again Order dated 30th September, 2020 the Department of Revenue and Forest, Disaster Management, Relief and Rehabilitation, Government of Maharashtra (Department), has issued another Order dated 14th October, 2020 to permit the following activities in the State after careful consideration of planning of Containment areas and availability of health infrastructure, for strict implementation: 1. Business to Business (B2B) Exhibitions: ¢ B2B exhibitions permitted to open, in areas outside the Containment Zones since 15th October, 2020; ¢ The SOP for the same will be issued by the Industries Department. The Industries Department will take into consideration the SOP issued by the Department of Commerce, Government of India. 2. Shops: ¢ With an objective to control / reduce crowding, the markets / shops have been permitted to open for 2 additional hours and can function from 9 am to 9 pm in areas outside the Containment Zones since 15th October, 2020; 3. Schools, colleges, educational and coaching institutions: ¢ Schools, colleges, educational and coaching institutions will continue to remain closed for students and regular class activity up to 31st October, 2020. However, Online / distance learning will continue to be permitted and shall be encouraged; ¢ Please note that permission has been granted for upto 50% of teaching and non-teaching staff to be called to the schools at a time for online teaching / tele-counselling and related works, in areas outside the Containment Zones; with effect since 15th October, 2020; ¢ The SOP regarding health and safety precautions for the same will be issued by the School Education Department. The School Education Department will take into consideration the SOP issued by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare and the Department of School Education and Literacy, Ministry of Education, Government of India. 4. Metro Rail: ¢ Metro Rail has been allowed to operate with effect since 15th October, 2020 in a graded manner; ¢ The SOP for the same will be issued by the Urban Development Department. The Urban Development Department will take into consideration the SOP issued by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs 5. Marriage, other personal family functions: ¢ Marriage and other personal family functions and related gatherings with number of guests not exceeding 50 and funeral / last rites related gatherings with number of persons not exceeding 20 will continue to be allowed; 6. Gardens, Parks and public open spaces: ¢ Gardens, Parks and public open spaces for recreational purposes will continue to remain open. 7. Local weekly bazaars (including that of the animals): ¢ Local weekly bazaars (including that of the animals) permitted to open, in areas outside the Containment Zones since 15th October, 2020. ¢ The SOP for the same will be issued by the concerned Rural / Urban Local Bodies and all the protocols of the COVID-19 shall be followed; 8. International Air travel of passengers prohibited, except as permitted by Ministry of Home Affairs 9.The domestic passengers arriving at different Airports shall be checked for COVID symptoms. Stamping with indelible ink shall be immediately discontinued; 10. The health check-up and stamping of the passengers at the railway stations arriving by trains in the State of Maharashtra will be discontinued. However, these passengers should follow all the COVID-19 protocols of social distancing and sanitation; 11. Any other allowed and permitted activity by any specific/ general order would continue to operate. National Directives for COVID-19 Management 1. Face coverings- wearing of face cover is compulsory in public places, in workplaces and during transport; 2. Social distancing- Individuals must maintain a minimum distance of 6 feet (2 Gaz Ki doori) in public places; 3. Shops have to ensure physical distancing among customers and will not allow more than five persons at one time; 4. Gatherings- large public gatherings / congregations continue to remain prohibited. Marriage related Gatherings Number of guests not to exceed 50. Funeral / last rites related Gatherings Number of persons not to exceed 20; 5. Spitting in public places will be punishable with fine, as may be prescribed by the concerned authority in accordance with its laws, rules or regulations; 6. Consumption of liquor, Paan, gutka, tobacco, etc in public places is prohibited. Additional directives for work places: 1.Work from Home (WFH)- as far as possible the practice of WFH should be followed. Staggering of work / business hours will be followed in offices, workplaces, shops. markets and industrial & commercial establishments. 2. Screening and Hygiene- provision for thermal screening, hand wash and sanitizer will be made available at all entry and exit points and common areas. 3. Frequent sanitization of entire workplace, common facilities and all points which come into human contact e.g. door handles etc. will be ensured, including between shifts. 4. Social Distancing- All persons in charge of workplaces will ensure adequate distance between workers, adequate gaps between shifts, staggering the lunch breaks of staff etc. Please note: 1. Easing of restrictions and opening up of the activities which remain prohibited across the State will be done in phased manner along-with Standard Operating Procedures / Guidelines. 2. Violation of the lockdown measures will attract penalties under the provisions of the Disaster Management Act, 2005 and Indian Penal Code (detailed in Annexure III of the present Order). Background: The Maharashtra Government, in its Order dated 30th September, 2020 has extend the lockdown measures up to 31st October, 2020 and issued revised consolidated guidelines from time to time vide above mentioned orders to contain the spread of COVID-19. Now, that the State Government is of the view to re-open certain activities in areas outside the Containment Zones, the present Order has been issued to permit the re-opening of more activities in the State in consonance with its earlier Order dated 30th September, 2020. | Mandatory | All | 31-10-2020 |
| Karnataka | Karnataka Government Notifies Guidelines On Implementing Preventive Measures In Entertainment Parks And Other Similar Places To Contain The Spread Of Covid- 19 | 14-10-2020 | The Health Department of Karnataka has issued Guidelines on preventive measures to be followed in Entertainment Parks and other similar places to contain the spread of COVID- 19 (Guidelines) Scope- These Guidelines outline various generic precautionary measures which have to be adopted (in addition to specific measures) and ensured at Entertainment Parks and similar places to prevent spread of COVID-19. Entertainment Parks and similar places in Containment Zones will remain closed. Only those outside Containment Zones shall be allowed to reopen. Promoting COVID appropriate behaviour: Simple public health measures are to be promoted to reduce the risk of spread of COVID-19 infection. These measures are to be observed by all (staff and visitors) in these places at all times. These include: 1. Physical distancing of at least 2 meters (6 feet) to be followed as far as feasible. 2. Compulsory use of face covers/masks shall be enforced. 3. Practice frequent hand washing with soap (for at least 40¬60 seconds) even when hands are not visibly dirty. Use of alcohol-based hand sanitizers (for at least 20 seconds) are recommended wherever feasible. 4. Cough etiquettes shall be strictly followed. This involves strict practice of covering one's mouth and nose while coughing/sneezing with a tissue/handkerchief/flexed elbow and disposing off the used tissues in closed bins. 5. Self-monitoring for COVID-19 symptoms like fever, cough, cold, throat pain, headache, loss of taste, loss of smell, difficulty in breathing, etc. by all and shall report to Apthamitra helpline 14410. 6. Spitting is strictly prohibited. 7. Installation & use of Arogya Setu App is recommended by all. Protecting the vulnerable population: Persons above 65 years of age, persons with comorbidities, pregnant women and children below the age of 10 years are advised to stay at home. The management entertainment park shall advise its visitors accordingly. Providing and maintaining healthy environment within the premises: 1. Cleaning and regular disinfection of frequently touched surfaces like door knobs, handles, elevator buttons, hand rails, slides, chairs, table tops, benches, washrooms, fixtures etc. has to be done before opening of the entertainment parks, at the end of the day and at regular intervals. 2. Provisions have to be made for multiple hand washing stations and hand sanitizers for the use of public. Provision of liquid soap in toilets and hand sanitizers in common areas in sufficient quantity shall he ensured. 3. Deep cleaning of all drinking and hand washing stations , washrooms, showers, laboratories, etc has to be ensured. 4. Visitors and employees should be advised to dispose of used face covers, masks in separate covered bins placed in appropriate areas. 5. Swimming pool and water based activities will remain closed till further orders. 6. Staggered timing and regulation of physical members of the visitors on the rides must be ensured. 7. Theatres will only allow a seating capacity of 50%. 8. The general recommendations for number of persons in open spaces/areas, etc. Is 3.25 sq. meters/person. This excludes free space needed for easy movement of people, putting up of barricades, etc. Planning for operations, scheduling, and monitoring of activities: Physical distancing 1. For ensuring physical distancing inside and outside the premises, specific markings on the floor shall be made. Similarly, physical distancing shall also be maintained in office areas and common utility areas. 2. There shall be queue management inside and outside the premises. Enough personnel shall be deployed to monitor the queue and physical distancing. 3. Lockers for staff and visitors shall remain in use; physical distancing and regular disinfection shall be done. Crowd management: 1. The crowd density shall not remain the same throughout and usually peaks on weekends and holidays. Planning should specifically factor-in requirement for these peak days. 2. Online tickets shall be encouraged. 3. The number of tickets sold shall be commensurate with the floor area per person that is required for fulfilling the physical distancing norms. Accordingly, entry to the entertainment park shall be regulated. 4. Entry of visitors with tickets shall be monitored to ensure that the number of visitors inside the entertainment park at any given time doesn't exceed the permissible limit. 5. CCTV monitoring shall be ensured to detect crowding at any rides, food court, etc. and appropriate public announcements shall be made. 6. For those who reach the entertainment park without online ticket or where facility of online ticketing does not exist, adequate number of ticket counters shall be planned duly ensuring physical distancing norms and by marking on the floor at the ticket counters 7. The management of the entertainment park shall make suitable provisions for contact-less payment. Ensure proper ventilation: 1. Natural ventilation to be ensured and use of close spaces to be discouraged; Providing COVID-19 related supplies: 1. Appropriate arrangements for personal protection devices like face covers/masks, face-shield, hand-gloves, hand sanitizers, liquid soap, 1% sodium hypochlorite solution, etc. Shall be made available by the management for their employees as per requirements; 2. Provide an adequate supply of calibrated thermal scanner 3. Ensure availability of covered dustbins and trash cans in sufficient numbers to manage waste as per CPCB guidelines (available at: https: cpcb.nic.ini uploads / Projects / Bio-Medical¬Waste / BMW-GUIDELINES-COVID 1.pdf) Creating awareness: 1. The mobile application or web site of the entertainment park should display preventive measures for COVID-19. 2. The website/ mobile application shall inform the visitors on self-monitoring for COVID-19 like symptoms and if suffering, to seek medical consultation and not to visit the park 3. Provisions shall be made for display of posters/standees/AV media on preventive measures against COVID-19 at prominent places in the entertainment park. 4. Recorded AV messages on precautionary measures and COVID appropriate behaviour shall be played. 5. Display State helpline numbers (Apthamitra 14410) and also numbers of local health authorities (District health authorities/ BBMP) at prominent places. Maintaining Healthy operations: 1. At the entry point and exit a. Entrance shall have mandatory hands-free sanitizer dispenser and thermal screening provisions. Those having body temperature of above 99.5° F (37.5° C) shall not be allowed and referred to seek medical consultation immediately. b. Multiple gates/separate gates, if feasible, should be used for entry and exit c. Only asymptomatic persons (managerial staff, employees, visitors) should be allowed in the premises. d. Management staff, employees and visitors living in containment zones should not be allowed entry in Entertainment Park and other similar places. e. All employees/visitors shall be allowed entry only if wearing face cover/masks. The face cover/mask has to be worn at all times inside the entertainment park. f. Staggering of visitors shall be done for maintaining physical distancing of a minimum of 2 meters/6 feet, when queuing up at the time of entry and for rides, etc. g. Proper queue management shall be followed at the ticket counters, the parking lots, in corridors and inside elevators - duly following physical distancing norms by marking boxes on the floor h. Valet parking, if available, shall be operational with operating staff wearing face covers/ masks as appropriate. A proper disinfection of steering, door handles, keys, etc. Of the vehicles should be taken up, before receiving and handing over of the vehicle. 2. Within the premises of the entertainment park Complex: a. Seating arrangement shall be done to ensure a distance of 2 meters/6 feet between chairs, benches, etc. b. Staggering of visitors for different rides shall be done, to allow for adequate physical distancing. Number of people in the elevators shall be restricted, duly maintaining physical distancing norms. c. Use of escalators with one person on alternate steps shall be encouraged. 3. During rides: a. Disinfect the commonly touched surfaces of the ride equipment, before commencing the ride. Visitors shall sanitize their hands before and after using the rides. For such purpose hand sanitizer should he provided at the entry and exit of ride stations etc. b. Ensure physical distancing in rides. 3. Activities in common areas - souvenir shops, stalls, cafeteria, food courts, changing rooms, showers, etc. a. Adequate crowd and queue management shall be ensured. b. In food courts and restaurants, not more than 50% of seating capacity shall be permitted. c. The seating arrangement should ensure adequate physical distancing. d. Food court staff / waiters should wear mask, face-shield and hand gloves and take other required COVID-19 precautionary measures. e. Contactless mode of ordering, delivery and digital mode of payment shall be encouraged. f. Tables to be sanitized each time customer leaves. g. In the kitchen, the staff should follow physical distancing norms and other COVID appropriate behaviours at workplace. Further, all suspect/ confirmed cases in the premises should be reported as per the procedure mentioned in the Guidelines. | Mandatory | Entertainment parks | no end date specified |
| Madhya Pradesh | Madhya Pradesh Government Notifies Sops On Entertainment / Amusement Park And Other Equivalent Places For Curb The Spread Of Covid-19 | 13-10-2020 | Madhya Pradesh Health Department in a Notification dated 13th October, 2020 has notified SOPs for measures to be followed in Entertainment / Amusement Parks and similar places to contain the spread of COVID-19. Key highlights: 1. Entertainment / Amusement parks and other such venues located in Containment Zones shall be kept closed and only parks outside Containment Zones will be allowed to open; 2. Staffs and visitors to the parks will need to strictly follow basic COVID-19 precautions like wearing masks, following respiratory etiquettes, washing hands at regular intervals etc. 3. Spitting in public places is prohibited; 4. Persons above the age of 65, pregnant women and children below the age of 10 have been advised to stay at home. Staff falling within this category should not come in direct contact with the visitors; 5. Before starting the recreational activities in the park, all open areas and common places should be disinfected in accordance with the SOPs issued by the Government of India; 6. Frequently touched surfaces along with washrooms and drinking water areas have to be regularly disinfected as per protocol; 7. In water parks, staff to ensure that the water is properly filtered and treated. Further, rides will be operated at intervals and after every 2 individuals; 8. Theatres to allow only 15% of the seating capacity; 9. Proper crowd control measures to be adopted for holidays and weekends in parks and theatres; 10. Tickets to be sold online; 11. Number of tickets to be limited in order to control the number of visitors; 11. There must be proper CCTV surveillance for contact tracing purposes; 12. Tickets should have instructions written on them about what to do and what not to do; 13. Entry points to have thermal screening and hand sanitizers and if possible there should be more than one entry / exit points; 14. An isolation room / area to be set up at the park / theatre where suspected COVID infected persons can be kept; 15. Eateries inside the park to admit not more than 50% of the seating capacity. Please note that the SOP is in Vernacular and we have translated it to the best of our understanding. Once an official translation is available, we will update in case there is a requirement. For a detailed read, please refer to the corresponding document provided for reference. | Mandatory | Amusement parks, Theatres | No end date specified |
| Chhattisgarh | District Magistrate Durg Notifies Amounts Of Fines For Violation Of Covid-19 Guidelines | 13-10-2020 | In light of the upcoming festive season, the District Magistrate of Durg District in Chhattisgarh has notified fines for violation of COVID-19 guidelines. This is being done keeping in mind that in the next 100 days, lots of festivals will be celebrated and there are high chances of increase in the number of COVID-19 positive cases. Therefore, to curb this increase, the District Magistrate has listed out fines for the following offences: 1. Not wearing masks / face cover in public places - Rs. 100/- 2. Violation of home isolation guidelines - Rs. 1000/- 3. Spitting in public places - Rs. 100/- 4. Violation of social distancing norms by shop owners / business establishments - Rs. 200/- In addition to this, if a person does not pay fine and not follow the guidelines even after issuing a warning, then that person will be liable to be penalised under the Indian Penal Code, 1860 and the Epidemic Diseases Act, 1897 along with an FIR under Section 188 of the IPC. If a shop / business establishment is found violating COVID-19 norms for the second time, then that shop / business will be sealed for 15 days. Please note that the Order is in Vernacular and we have translated it to the best of our understanding. Once an official translation is available, we will update in case there is a requirement. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Ministry Of Health And Family Welfare Rolls Out Guidelines For Management Of Co-Infection Of Covid-19 With Other Seasonal Epidemic Prone Diseases | 13-10-2020 | With a view to provide clear guidelines on prevention and treatment of co-infections of COVID-19 along with diseases like Dengue, Malaria, Seasonal Influenza (H1N1), etc. the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has issued Guidelines for Management of co-infection of COVID-19 with other seasonal epidemic prone diseases. Epidemic prone diseases are observed in our country every year with diseases like Dengue, Malaria, Seasonal Influenza, Leptospirosis, Chikungunya, Enteric fever, etc. affecting many individuals. This poses challenges in clinical laboratory diagnosis of COVID-19. The main aim of these guidelines is to provide clear guidelines on prevention and treatment of co-infections of COVID-19 with diseases like Dengue, Malaria, Seasonal Influenza (H1N1), Leptospirosis, Chikungunya etc. Key highlights - 1. The guidelines provide symptoms of all epidemic prone diseases along with procedure to be follow while diagnosing such co-infections; 2. Tests recommended by ICMR (for COVID-19) and the ones recommended by the concerned programme divisions (NVBDCP for vector borne diseases [Malaria, Dengue, Chikungunya]) and NCDC (Seasonal Influenza, Leptospirosis, Scrub Typhus)] needs to be followed. Also, availability of rapid diagnostic kits for malaria, dengue, scrub typhus should be ensured in COVID treatment facilities. 3. Management of co-infection of COVID-19 with dengue, Influenza and bacterial co-infections are provided in detail in the guidelines including specific laboratory testing for samples to ascertain the specific co-infection; 4. If a patient is in a primary care setup, the following criteria is to be monitored to assess patients clinical progress. Early warning signs for referral to higher centre are: i. Altered Mental Status (AVPU) ii. Systolic blood pressure: <90mmHg or <20% of baseline in hypertensive patients iii. Heart Rate/ Pulse Rate: <50 or >120 bpm iv. SpO2: <94 % on room air v. Respiratory Rate: <10 or >30 bpm vi. Temperature: persistently >38ºC vii. Urine Output: <0.5 ml/Kg/Hr for consecutive 2 hrs viii. Spontaneous bleeding / haematuria ix. Platelet count <50.000/cumm 5. Proper prevention techniques are to be followed as the basic preventive strategies of COVID-19 and seasonal influenza are different from other diseases discussed under the guidelines. Generic measures like avoiding large gatherings, maintaining physical distance, hand hygiene and cough etiquette must be ensured at all times; 6. Community support must be garnered and community awareness drives on COVID-19 and other seasonal diseases must be ensured to spread awareness among the public; 7. A concerted effort is required in prevention, surveillance, behaviour change communication and management of cases mentioned in the guidelines pertaining to COVID-19 and co-infections. Alert vigil, a high index of suspicion and constant awareness of the possibility of co-infections can help physicians avert the adverse outcome of cases with coinfection and improve clinical outcomes. 8. Salient features (Onset, symptoms, signs, warning signs, complications) of COVID-19, Dengue, Malaria, Chikungunya, Leptospirosis, Seasonal Influenza are also provided in the guidelines. For a detailed read, please refer to the corresponding Guidelines | Advisory | Hospitals, COVID care centres | No end date specified |
| Central | Employees' Provident Fund Organisation Launches Whatsapp Helpline To Resolve Grievances Under Nirbadh Initiative; Ease Of Raising Query And Grievance On Whatsapp Will Reduce The Need To Physically Visit Epfos Offices | 13-10-2020 | With a view to enhance the ease of living experience for members, and to further strengthen the direct channel of communication between EPFO and its subscribers amid the pandemic, Employees' Provident Fund Organisation ("EPFO") has launched a WhatsApp based helpline-cum-grievance redressal mechanism, as part of its series of Nirbadh initiatives aimed at ensuring seamless and un-interrupted service delivery to subscribers during the COVID-19 pandemic. This facility has been provided in addition to various other means of grievance redressal forums of EPFO like web-based EPFiGMS portal, CPGRAMS, social media pages (Facebook & Twitter) and a dedicated 24x7 call centre. The helpline aims to further strengthen the direct channel of communication between EPFO and its subscribers amid the pandemic, thereby enhancing EPFOs responsiveness and facilitating timely delivery of services to subscribers. Currently, WhatsApp helpline is functional in all the 138 regional offices of EPFO. Any stakeholder may simply file grievance or seek guidance on any queries relating to services provided by EPFO, by sending a WhatsApp message on the helpline number of the concerned regional office where the PF account is maintained. Dedicated WhatsApp Helpline numbers of all regional offices are available at homepage of EPFOs official website. As WhatsApp is emerging as a popular platform for communication in India, EPFO has taken this initiative to use this platform to reach and communicate directly with all its stakeholders. This will also allow the PF subscribers to interact directly with EPFOs regional offices at a personalized level adhering to one-to-one guidance principle. It will further ensure prompt and secure services to the subscribers from the comfort of their homes. The ease of raising query and grievance on WhatsApp will drastically reduce the need for the subscribers to physically visit EPFOs offices. This in turn will help maintain social distancing in EPFOs workplace during COVID-19 pandemic. | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Irdai Allows Renewal, Migration And Portability, For Covid Specific Standard Health Products Subject To Norms | 13-10-2020 | Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India ("IRDAI") while partially modifying the Guidelines on Covid Standard Health Policy has provided Insurers the choice to allow renewal, migration and portability, for COVID specific standard health products subject to conditions. Norms for renewal, migration and portability of Corona Rakshak Policy, Corona Kavach Policy and Group Corona Kavach policy 1. Renewal : a) Corona Kavach and Corona Rakshak policies of any tenure may be renewed for further terms of three and half months (3 ½ months), six and half months (6 ½ months) or nine and half months (9 ½ months) as per the option exercised by the policyholder. The renewal shall be subject to the underwriting policy of the insurer. b) Renewals, if any, may be done before the expiry of the existing policy contract. c) Where policy is renewed, additional waiting period of 15 days shall not be imposed and the coverage shall be continued seamlessly. d) During renewal, sum insured may be allowed to be changed by the policyholder. For any increase in the sum insured, the waiting period shall start afresh only for the enhanced portion of the sum insured. e) Corona Kavach and Corona Rakshak policies are permitted to be renewed till 31st March,2021 complying with clause 5 of Guidelines on introduction of short term health insurance policies providing coverage for COVID-19 disease (Circular Ref No: IRDAI/HLT/REG/ CIR/156/06/ 2020 dated 23.06.2020). 2. Migration : a) In respect of Corona Kavach individual policies, insurers have the choice to offer migration to any other indemnity based health insurance product offered by them as per the option exercised by the policyholder. b) In respect of Corona Kavach Group policies, insurers have the choice to provide migration to the members insured to any other individual indemnity based health policy at the point of exit of the member insured from the group policy or the cessation of coverage of the underlying group policy. c) Where migration is allowed, the accrued gains of waiting period served in the existing Corona Kavach policy (Individual/Group) shall be protected in respect of coverage for Covid-19, in the migrated policy. 3. Portability : General and Health Insurers are permitted to allow portability of Corona Kavach (individual) policy from one insurer to another. The accrued gains of waiting period served in the existing Corona Kavach policy shall be protected in respect of coverage of Covid-19, by the porting-in insurer. Where migration/portability from the Corona Kavach policy (Group/Individual, as applicable) is allowed, such migration/portability to any other comprehensive health insurance policy shall also be allowed, till the end of policy period of the existing Corona Kavach policy. | Mandatory | Insurance | No end date specified |
| Central | Department Of Public Enterprises Has Issued An Illustrative Guide On Appropriate Behaviours In View Of Ongoing Covid-19 Pandemic In Our Country | 13-10-2020 | The Department of Public Enterprises by an Order dated 13th October, 2020 has issued an illustrative guide on COVID-19 appropriate behaviours in view of ongoing pandemic in our country. Key highlights of the guide are - 1. Greet without physical contact; 2. Maintain physical distance of 6 feet; 3. Wear reusable face cover or mask; 4. Avoid touching eyes, nose and mouth; 5. Maintain respiratory hygiene; 6. Wash hands frequently and thoroughly; 7. Do not chew tobacco, khaini etc. or spit in the public places; 8. Regularly clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces; 9. Avoid unnecessary travel; 10. Do not discriminate against anyone; 11. Discourage crowd - Encourage Safety; 12. Do not circulate social media posts which carry unverified or negative information; 13. Seek information on COVID-19 from credible sources; 14. Call National Toll-free helpline 1075 or State helpline numbers for any queries; 15. Seek psychosocial support for any stress or anxiety. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Meghalaya | Technicians Frequently Visiting Meghalaya (For Repair Of Mobile Towers And Essential Telecommunication Infrastructure), To Get Tested Once In Every 10 Days; Restrict Movement To Their Work Place | 12-10-2020 | With a view to curb the spread of COVID-19, the Health Department of Meghalaya ("Department") has amended the 'Health Protocol post relaxation of lockdown for entry into Meghalaya'. The exceptions granted to professionals engaged in essential services in the State have been modified to include the following: Technicians, engaged in repair of mobile towers and other essential telecommunication infrastructure, who are required to visit Meghalaya frequently, will be tested once in every 10 days and it must be ensured that their movement is restricted to their work place. For a detailed read, please refer to the corresponding document. | Mandatory | Telecommunication | No end date specified |
| Gujarat | In Light Of The Outbreak Of The Covid Pandemic, Gujarat Government Declares That Vehicles Permitted For Carrying Oxygen For Medical Purposes To Be Treated On Par With The Ambulances During The Covid - 19 Disaster | 12-10-2020 | In light of the outbreak of the Covid pandemic in the State of Gujarat, in order to provide effective management of disaster, the Gujarat Government has declared that vehicles permitted for carrying Oxygen for medical purposes will be treated on par with the ambulances for carrying oxygen for a period of one year, from 12th October, 2020 i.e. the date of publication of this notification in the Official Gazette, during the COVID - 19 disaster. The Government has informed that: i. such vehicles, carrying oxygen for medical purposes, will be treated as the vehicles on emergency and disaster management duties; ii. such vehicles will be allowed to: a. use multi-coloured red, blue and white light b. such sound signals, as used on ambulance or vehicles used for fire fighting or salvage purposes or on vehicles used by police or operators of construction equipment vehicles or officers of the Motor Vehicles Department, and approved by or operators of construction equipment vehicles or officers of the Motor Vehicles Department Please refer to the appended document for further details. Source: Gujarat Government | Mandatory | Transporters of oxygen for medical purposes | 12-10-2021 |
| Central | Reserve Bank Of India Issues Measures For The Revival Of The Financial Activities, Including Lending Activities, By Lending Institutions | 09-10-2020 | In light of the gradual lifting of restrictions on movement of people and opening of business establishments across the country, the Reserve Bank of India has, in a notification dated 9th October, 2020, issued measures for the revival of the financial activities, including lending activities, by lending insinstitutions. The measures aim to: (i) enhance liquidity support for financial markets so as to revive activity in targeted sectors of the economy with linkages to other sectors; (ii) provide a boost to exports; (iii) provide regulatory support to improve the flow of credit to specific sectors within the ambit of the norms for credit discipline; (iv) deepen financial inclusion; and (v) facilitate ease of doing business by upgrading payment system services so as to improve customer satisfaction, while supporting growth Key measures: 1. On Tap TLTRO : The focus of liquidity measures by the RBI will now include revival of activity in specific sectors that have both backward and forward linkages, and multiplier effects on growth. Accordingly, it has been decided to conduct on tap TLTRO with tenors of up to three years for a total amount of up to ¹1,00,000 crore at a floating rate linked to the policy repo rate. The scheme will be available up to March 31, 2021 with flexibility with regard to enhancement of the amount and period after a review of the response to the scheme. 2. SLR Holdings in Held to Maturity (HTM) category : To engender orderly market conditions and ensure congenial financing costs, the Reserve Bank on September 1, 2020, had increased the limits under Held to Maturity (HTM) category from 19.5 per cent to 22 percent of NDTL, in respect of SLR securities acquired on or after September 1, 2020, up to March 31, 2021. To give more certainty to the markets about the status of these investments in SLR securities after March 31, 2021, the dispensation of enhanced HTM limits of 22 percent has been extended up to March 31, 2022 for securities acquired between September 1, 2020 and March 31, 2021. 3. Open Market operations (OMOs) in State Developments Loans (SDLs): At present, SDLs are eligible collateral for Liquidity Adjustment Facility (LAF) along with T-bills, dated government securities and oil bonds. To improve liquidity and facilitate efficient pricing, it has been decided to conduct open market operations (OMOs) in SDLs as a special case during the current financial year. The OMOs would be conducted for a basket of SDLs comprising securities issued by states. 4. Round-the-Clock availability of Real Time Gross Settlement System : To support the ongoing efforts aimed at global integration of Indian financial markets, facilitate Indias efforts to develop international financial centers and to provide wider payment flexibility to domestic corporates and institutions, it has been decided to make available the RTGS system round the clock on all days. 5. Perpetual Validity for Certificate of Authorisation (CoA) issued to Payment System Operators (PSOs) : To reduce licensing uncertainties and enable PSOs to focus on their business and optimise utilisation of scarce regulatory resources, it has been decided to grant authorisation for all PSOs (both new applicants as well as existing PSOs) on a perpetual basis, subject to certain conditions 6. Review of the Co-origination Model : Based on the feedback received from the stakeholders, to better leverage the respective comparative advantages of the banks and NBFCs in a collaborative effort, and to improve the flow of credit to the unserved and underserved sector of the economy, it has been decided to extend the scheme to all the NBFCs (including HFCs), to make all priority sector loans eligible for the scheme and give greater operational flexibility to the lending institutions, while requiring them to conform to the regulatory guidelines on outsourcing, KYC, etc. The proposed framework will be called as Co-Lending Model. The revised guidelines will be issued by end of October 2020. Please refer to the appended document for details. Source: Reserve Bank of India | Mandatory | Lending Institutions | No end date specified |
| Haryana | Haryana Government Issues Guidelines For Re- Opening Of Activities; Extends Lockdown In Containment Zones Till October 31St, 2020 | 09-10-2020 | In consonance with MHA Unlock 5 Order, Government of Haryana has notified guidelines for implementing reopening of activities in a phased manner in areas outside the Containment Zones while extending lockdown in Containment Zones till 31st October, 2020. Key Highlights 1. Business to business (B2B) exhibitions permitted to open since 15th October, 2020; detailed SOP to be issued by the Department of Commerce; 2. Aarogya Setu App mandated for all employees carrying compatible phones. Heads of organisations to ensure 100 percent coverage amongst employees; 3. No restriction on inter-State and intra-State movement of persons and goods. No separate permission will be required for such movement; 4. Movement by passenger trains, domestic air travel, movement of persons on Vande Bharat and Air Transport Bubble flights and sign-on and sign-off of Indian seafarers will continue to be regulated as per SOPs issued by the Government; 4. All activities permitted outside Containment Zones except the following, which are to be re-opened in a phased manner - a. Schools have been allowed to re-open in a graded manner since 15th October, 2020. Online / distance learning will continue to be the preferred mode of teaching and will be encouraged; b. Swimming pools used for training of sportspersons allowed to open since 15th October, 2020; c. Cinemas / theatres / multiplexes permitted to open with upto 50% of their seating capacity in areas outside the Containment Zones only, since 15th October, 2020; d. Entertainment parks and similar places will be permitted to open since 15th October, 2020; e. Social / academic / sports / entertainment / cultural / religious / political functions and other congregations are permitted with a ceiling of 100 persons, outside Containment Zones only. Gatherings beyond the limit of 100 persons are permitted, outside Containment Zones but after 15th October 2020, subject to the following conditions: i. In closed spaces, a maximum of 50% of the hall capacity will be allowed with a ceiling of 200 persons; ii. In open spaces, keeping the size of the ground/space in view and with strict observance of social distancing and mandatory wearing of face masks, provision for thermal scanning and hand wash or sanitizer. 5. National Directives for COVID-19 Management will continue to be followed; 6. Persons above 65 years of age, persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women and children below the age of 10 years have been advised to stay at home, except for essential and health purposes. For a detailed read, please refer to the corresponding Order. | Mandatory | All | 31-10-2020 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Government Of Uttar Pradesh Amends Factories Uttar Pradesh (Amendment) Act 2020; Aims To Increase Employment Opportunities In The State | 09-10-2020 | In an Official Gazette issued by the Government of Uttar Pradesh (Government), the Factories Uttar Pradesh (Amendment) Act 2020 (Act) has been presented. The Act received the assent of the President on 9th October 2020. Section 5A has been inserted with a view to create more economic and employment opportunities by exempting factories which are established and whose production would starts after a period of 1000 days from 20th October 2020 5A Power to exempt in public interest When State Government is satisfied to create economic opportunities, it is necessary in public interest to do so, it may be by notification in the gazette exempt new factory or class of new factories which are established and whose commercial production starts after a period of 1000 days after the commencement of Factories (Uttar Pradesh) Amendment Act from all or any provisions of the Act conditionally or unconditionally for a period of 1000 days from the date on which such production starts. Objective of the amendment The primary reason for providing relaxation from provisions of labour laws is to give boost to industries, attract investment and thereby increase employment opportunities which has faced a downward slide owing to the pandemic situation, which has also caused a large number of migrant labourers to return to the State. Hence, the Government has decided to provide such relaxation. Furthermore, Section 5 of the Factories Act 1948 provides that the State Government has the power to exempt the provisions of the Act in the event of public emergency only. The amendment clarifies that the exemption will be temporary and for a limited period of time. For further details please refer the Order attached. | Mandatory | Manufacturing | No end date specified |
| Chhattisgarh | Chhattisgarh Government Puts End To Mandatory Quarantine For People Entering The State From Other States | 08-10-2020 | The General Administration Department, Chhattisgarh Government in an Order dated 8th October, 2020 has scrapped the mandatory quarantine requirement for people entering the State from other States in view of COVID-19 pandemic. Now, people entering Chhattisgarh will not have to undergo mandatory quarantine, however, they will have to comply with health tests and other precautions as laid down by the State Government and Government of India. Please note that the Order is in Vernacular and we have translated it to the best of our understanding. Once an official translation is available, we will update in case there is a requirement. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Tamil Nadu | Tnpcb Extends Timeline To Comply With Order Regarding Retrofitting Of Emission Control Equipment In Existing Dg Sets With Capacity Of 125Kva & Above | 08-10-2020 | The Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board (TNPCB) in an Order dated 8th October, 2020 has extended the date of implementation of the Notification to comply with the condition for retrofitting of emission control devices in DG sets with capacity of 125KVA to all the industries and the establishments operating DG sets of capacity 125KVA and above within the state of Tamil Nadu. The extension has been granted to a further period of 3 months from 11th October, 2020 i.e. till 11th January, 2021. Background: In a Previous Order dated 10th June, 2020 the TNPCB had directed all industries and establishments operating DG Sets of capacity 125KVA and above to comply with the following: 1. Retrofit all operational DG sets of capacity 125KVA and above with an Emission Control Device/ Equipment having a minimum specified particulate matter capturing efficiency of at-least 70% in 5 mode D2 cycle. The Emission Control Device/Equipment must be tested over an ISO 8178 5 mode D2 cycle for equivalent KVA rating by one of the five Central Pollution Control Board, Govt of India, recognized /approved laboratories as given below: ¢ Automotive Research Association of India, Pune (Maharashtra) ¢ International Centre for Automotive Technology, Manesar (Haryana) ¢ Indian Oil Corporation, Research and Development Centre, Faridabad (Haryana) ¢ Indian Institute of Petroleum, Dehradun (Uttarakhand);or ¢ Vehicle Research Development Establishment, Ahmednagar (Maharashtra OR 2. Shifting to gas based generators by employing new gas based generators or retrofitting the existing DG sets for partial gas usage. The time period of complying with the Notification was a period of 120 days from the date of issuance of the Order. However, representations have been received from various agencies to extend the limit of retrofitting of emission control devices/ equipments in DG sets in light of the pandemic. Therefore, through the present Order, the time for complying with the Order has been extended. | Mandatory | All | 11-01-2021 |
| Haryana | Haryana Health Department Issues Further Notification Specifying Testing Rates In The State For Cbnaat Testing And Truenat Testing In Continuation Of Earlier Notification | 07-10-2020 | The Health Department of Haryana (Department) has issued a notification on the rates for conducting COVID-19 tests charged by private laboratories. The Department had recently, in a notification dated October 2, 2020 revised the rates for COVID-19 testing in the states. Now, the present notification dated October 7, 2020 is specifying the rates for few more testing categories. The testing rates are specified as follows: 1. CBNAAT Testing - Rs. 2400/- 2. TrueNat Testing - Rs. 2000/- 3. RtPCR Testing - Rs.1200/- (already fixed) 4. Rapid Antigen Testing - Rs. 650/- (already fixed) 5. IgG based ELISA Testing - Rs. 250/- (already fixed) The above-mentioned amounts are inclusive of GST/ taxes (if any), cost involved in pickup, PPE, packing, transportation of samples, documents, and reporting. Furthermore, all the laboratories conducting COVID-19 testing have been directed to adhere to the guidelines and SOPs mentioned in the earlier Orders, and follow all testing protocols laid down by ICMR and MoHFW, Govt. of India from time to time. | Mandatory | Private Laboratories | No End date Specified |
| Telangana | Government Of Telangana Issues Guidelines For Implementing Unlock 5.0; Containment Zones Under Lockdown Till 31St October, 2020 | 07-10-2020 | In continuation to Ministry of Home Affairs Unlock-5 Order, the Telangana Government has issued guidelines for phased re-opening of activities in the State. Lockdown has been extended in Containment Zones till 31st October, 2020 and only essential activities have been permitted in Containment Zones. ln areas outside Containment Zones, in addition to phased re-opening of few activities, which were prohibited earlier, all activities allowed before introduction of lockdown have been permitted. Key highlights of the Unlock Order: 1. Business to Business (B2B) exhibitions to open from 15th October, 2020 and separate SOP will be issued by the Government in this regard; 2. Cinemas, theatres, multiplexes, entertainment parks and similar places along with swimming pools for training sportspersons are permitted to open from 15th October, 2020. Separate SOPs will be issued by the Government in this regard. 3. Social, academic, sports, entertainment, cultural, religious, political functions and other congregations are permitted outside Containment Zones with a ceiling of 100 persons while following health protocol with mandatory wearing of face masks, social distancing, provision for thermal scanning and hand wash or sanitizer; 4. Marriage related gatherings will be permitted with a maximum of 100 participants and funeral or last rites related gatherings permitted with number of persons not exceeding 100; 5. Separate Orders regarding date of opening of schools and coaching institutes will be issued by the Government. However, online /distance learning to continue to be the preferred mode of teaching and must be encouraged; 6. Persons above the age of 65 years, persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women, and children below the age of 10 years are advised to stay at home, except for essential and health purposes. For a detailed read, please refer to corresponding Order. | Mandatory | All | 31-10-2020 |
| Chandigarh | Chandigarh Administration Revises Rates For Covid-19 Test By Private Laboratories; Maximum Prices For Rt-Pcr And Rapid Antigen Test To Cost Rs. 1200/- And Rs. 650/- Respectively | 07-10-2020 | In an Order dated 7th October, 2020, the Chandigarh Administration has revised and fixed maximum testing rates for COVID-19 to be charged by private laboratories in the Union Territory of Chandigarh. The revised rates for COVID-19 testing are as follows - 1. RT-PCR Testing - Rs. 1200/- per test; 2. Rapid Antigen Testing - Rs. 650/- per test. Note - The test rates are inclusive of GST/Taxes alongwith pick-up cost, PPE, packing, transportation of samples, and documentation. In addition to this, all laboratories conducting COVID-19 testing must adhere to the guidelines and SOPs issued by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India and ICMR. | Mandatory | Private laboratories | No end date specified |
| Central | Director General Of Civil Aviation (Dgca) Notifies Guidelines On Refund For Cancellation Of Air Tickets During Lockdown In Consonance With The Directions Of The Apex Court | 07-10-2020 | The Director General Of Civil Aviation has issued guidelines with regard to refund on cancellation of air tickets during COVID-19 Iockdown. This is pursuant to the judgment passed by the Honble Supreme Court in the matter of Pravasi Legal Cell & Ors Vs. Union of India & Ors. [Writ Petition (C) D.No. 10966 of 2020 with Writ Petition (C) No. 570 of 2020, Writ Petition (C) No. 595 of 2020 and Writ Petition No. 952 of 2020 on 01¬10-2020] relating to refund on cancellation of air tickets during COVID-19 lockdown. Key Takeaways: 1. In consonance with the directions of the Apex Court, the passengers whose tickets were cancelled due to COVID-19 and are seeking refund may be categorized as follows: ¢ Passengers who booked tickets during Iockdown for travel during Iockdown i.e. from 25th March, 2020 to 24th May, 2020; ¢ Passengers who booked tickets any time prior to the Iockdown but journey up to 24th May 2020 and cancelled due COVID-19; ¢ Passengers who booked ticket anytime but for journey after 24th May 2020. 2. For passengers under the first category mentioned above, i.e. Passenger who booked tickets during Iockdown for travel during Iockdown i.e. from 25th March, 2020 to 24th May, 2020 stakeholders shall comply with the following: ¢ If a passenger has booked a ticket during the Iockdown period (between 25th March, 2020 to 24th May, 2020) for travel during the period of lockdown and the airline has received payment for booking of air ticket for travel during the same period, for both domestic and international air travel and the refund is sought by the passenger against that booking being cancelled, the airline shall refund the full amount collected without any cancellation charges. The refund shall be made within a period of three weeks from the date of cancellation; ¢ If the tickets have been booked during the lockdown period through a travel agent for travel within the Iockdown period, in all such cases, full refund to be provided by the airlines immediately to the respective travel agent. On such refund by the airline, the amount shall be passed on immediately by the agent to the passengers; ¢ Even for international travel, when the tickets have been booked on an Indian carrier and the booking is ex-India, if the tickets have been booked during the lockdown period for travel within the lockdown period, immediate refund shall be made; ¢ If the tickets are booked for international travel on a foreign carrier and the booking is ex-India during the lockdown period for travel within the lockdown period, full refund shall be given by the airlines and said amount shall be passed on immediately by the agent to the passengers, wherever such tickets are booked through agents. In all other cases airline shall refund the collected amount to the passenger within a period of three weeks. 3. For passengers falling under the second category mentioned above i.e. Passengers who booked tickets any time prior of Iockdown but journey up to 24th May 2020 and cancelled due COVID-19 stakeholders are directed to strictly comply with the following: ¢ In all other cases wherein the tickets have been booked for journeys up to 24th May 2020 and have been cancelled due to COVID situation, the airlines shall make all endeavours to refund the collected amount to the passenger within 15 days from today. If on account of financial distress, any airline / airlines are not able to do so, they shall provide credit shell, equal to the amount of fare collected, in the name of passenger when the booking is done either directly by the passenger or through travel agent so as to consume the same on or before 31st March, 2021. It is open to the passenger either to utilize such credit shell up to 31st March, 2021 on any route of his choice or the passenger can transfer the credit shell to any person including the travel agent through whom he / she has booked the ticket and the airlines shall honour such a transfer. ¢ The credit shell issued in the name of the passenger shall be transferable which can be utilized up to 31st March, 2021 and the concerned airline shall honour such a transfer by devising a mechanism to facilitate such a transfer. It is also made clear that such credit shell can be utilized by the concerned agent through whom the ticket is booked, for third party use. It is also made clear that even in cases where credit shell is transferred to third party, same is to be utilized only through the agent who has booked the ticket at the first instance. ¢ In cases where passengers have purchased the ticket through an agent, and credit shell is issued in the name of passenger, such credit shell is to be utilized only through the agent who has booked the ticket. In cases where tickets are booked through agent, credit shell as issued in the name of the passenger which is not utilized by 31st March, 2021, refund of the fare collected shall be made to the same account from which account amount was received by the airline. ¢ In all cases where credit shell is issued there shall be an incentive to compensate the passenger from the date of cancellation up to 30th June, 2020 in which event the credit shell shall be enhanced by 0.5% of the face value (the amount of fare collected) for every month or part thereof between the date of cancellation and 30th June, 2020. Thereafter the value of the credit shell shall be enhanced by 0.75% of the face value per month up to 31st March, 2021. ¢ However, If the passenger falling in this category have booked ticket for international travel on a foreign carrier and the booking is ex-India, then the airline shall make full refund to the passenger within three weeks from the date of Judgement of Hon'ble Supreme Court. In case such tickets are booked through agents then the airline shall immediately refund the amount to the agent and agent shall immediately pass on the amount to the passenger and the process shall be completed in three weeks from the date of Judgement by the Hon'ble SC. 4. For passengers falling under the second category mentioned above i.e. Passengers who booked ticket anytime but for Journey after 24th May 2020 stakeholders are directed to strictly comply to the following: Passengers, both domestic or international (where booking is Ex India) who have booked tickets at any period of time but for the travel after 24th May, 2020 ¬refund of fares to such passengers covered under this category shall be governed by the provisions of applicable Civil Aviation Requirements (CAR). | Mandatory | Aviation Industry | No end date specified |
| Central | Mohfw Issues Standard Operating Procedures On Preventive Measures To Contain Spread Of Covid-19 During Festivities | 06-10-2020 | In view of the fact that months of October to December are time for festivities which may witness several gatherings, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has issued a detailed Standard Operating Procedures on preventive measures to contain spread of COVID-19 during festivities. The SOP outlines various generic precautionary measures to be adopted in addition to specific measures to be taken at locations to prevent the spread of COVID-19. No festivity events will be allowed in Containment Zones. Persons above 65 years of age, persons with comorbidities, pregnant women and children below the age of 10 years are advised to stay at home. This applies to the event managers and staff as well. 1. Administrative requirements The festivals, fairs, rallies, exhibitions, cultural functions, processions and plays / concerts associated with these festivities are mass events. Hence the following administrative requirements are advised: i. Identify spatial boundaries and prepare a detailed site plan which would facilitate compliance with thermal screening, physical distancing, sanitization etc. ii. In case of events that run for days or weeks, the crowd density does not remain the same throughout and usually peaks around certain hours of the day and some previously known auspicious days. Planning for the event should specifically factor this so that crowds are regulated and managed to ensure physical distancing and frequent sanitization; iii. In case of rallies and immersion processions, the number of people should not exceed the prescribed limit and proper physical distancing and wearing of masks must be ensured. In any case, the number of such rallies and the distance covered by them may be kept within manageable limits; iv. Events such as rallies and processions spread over long distances may require support of ambulance services; v. Events planned to last for many days or weeks such as exhibitions, fairs, puja pandals, ramlila pandals or concerts and plays should have adequate measures to ensure a cap on physical numbers. Staggered timings and restricted entry may be considered; vi. Volunteers should be appropriately stationed to ensure thermal scanning, physical distancing and wearing of masks; vii. The guidelines issued for theatre and cinema artists will apply to stage performers; viii. Adequate supplies of sanitizers, thermal guns and physical distancing floor markings to be ensured. ix. Pre-identification of space/ site in each event venue for isolation of suspect cases. x. Close circuit cameras etc. may be considered to monitor compliance of physical distance norms, wearing of masks at each venue. xi. In case of rallies and processions, route planning, identification of immersion sites, ensuring cap on numbers, physical distancing etc. must be planned beforehand and measures for enforcement outlined. xii. All events must plan for medical care arrangements with linkages to nearest hospitals to attend to health emergencies. 2. Generic preventive measures The following generic measures must be observed by all: i. Individuals must maintain a minimum distance of 6 feet in public places as far as feasible. ii. Use of face covers/masks to be mandatory. iii. Practice frequent hand washing with soap (for at least 40-60 seconds) even when hands are not visibly dirty. Use of alcohol-based hand sanitizers (for at least 20 seconds) can be made wherever feasible. iv. Respiratory etiquettes to be strictly followed. This involves strict practice of covering ones mouth and nose while coughing/sneezing with a tissue/handkerchief/flexed elbow and disposing off used tissues properly. v. Self-monitoring of health by all and reporting any illness at the earliest to State and District Helpline. vi. Spitting should be strictly prohibited. vii. Installation & use of Aarogya Setu App shall be advised to all Additionally, the festivity events must also ensure to adhere to the SOP with regard to the following: a. Planning of the event b. Managing the entry and exit to the event site. c. Restricting and managing the movement within the venue. d. Maintaining proper sanitation and hygiene. e. Measures to be taken in case of a suspect case or person who develops symptoms during the conduct of the event. For a detailed read, please refer to corresponding document | Advisory | Event management | No end date specified |
| Central | Ministry Of Information And Broadcasting In Light Of Reopening Of Cinemas/Theatres/Multiplexes Issues Sop On Preventive Measures To Contain The Spread Of Covid-19 | 06-10-2020 | Ministry of Information and Broadcasting on 6th October, 2020 has issued SOP for exhibition of films on preventive measures to contain the spread of COVID-19. Exhibition of Films is a major economic activity that has contributed immensely to the GDP of our country. Given the current COVID 19 Pandemic, it is crucial to take suitable measures to restrict the transmission of the pandemic, while at the same time resuming/ conduction film exhibition operations and activities. As cinemas/theatres/multiplexes are going to open from 15th October, 2020 it is necessary for all to follow certain guidelines to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in such areas. Key highlights of the SOP are - 1. No Exhibition of Film will be allowed in containment zones. 2. All visitors and workers to maintain physical distance of at least 6 feet and must use face masks/cover at all times. 3. Hand sanitizers preferably in touch free mode to be available in all entry and exit points as well as common areas within the premises. 4. People to follow respiratory etiquettes strictly and should cover their mouth and noses while coughing/sneezing. 5. Installation & use of Aarogya Setu App should be advised to all. 6. Thermal screening of visitors/staff is to be carried out at entry points and only asymptomatic individuals will be allowed to enter the premises. 7. Designated queue markers to be made available for entry and exit of the audience from the auditorium and the premises. 8. Exit should be done in a staggered row-wise manner to avoid crowding. 9. Sufficient time interval between successive screenings on a single screen as well as on various screens in a multiplex will have to be provided to ensure row-wise staggered entry and exit of the audience. 10. Not more than 50% seating capacity will be occupied in cinemas/theatres/multiplexes. 11. Seating arrangement inside the auditorium of the cinemas/theatres/multiplexes to be made in such a way that adequate physical distancing is maintained. Seats that are Not to be occupied will be marked as such during booking (for both online booking and at the box office sale of tickets). 12. Number of people in an elevator to be restricted and people should avoid overcrowding in common areas (lobbies, washrooms etc.). 13. Show timings to be staggered for multiple screens. Commencement time, intermission period and finish time of a show at any screen will not overlap with timings of a show at any other screen. 14. Digital no-contact transactions to be encouraged for payments (tickets, food etc.). 15. Contact numbers of individual will be taken at the time of booking to facilitate contact tracing. 16. Sufficient number of counters at the box office to be opened and floor should have markers to maintain social distancing. 17. Cinemas/theatres/multiplexes auditorium will have to be sanitized after every screening. In addition to this, frequently touched places will be regularly cleaned and sanitized including washrooms, food areas, back office etc. 18. Staff to follow all COVID-19 precautions and they must have Aarogya Setu App installed on their phones. 19. Public awareness by putting posters, announcements, AV/Media inside and outside the venue. 20. For air-conditioning/ventilation, the guidelines of CPWD will be followed like, setting temperature at 24-30 C, no re-circulation of air and intake of fresh air as much as possible. 21. Food counters to only cater packaged food and beverages. 22. Management will ensure observance of physical distancing and preventing crowds in the food and beverages area along with safe disposal of the food and beverage waste. For a detailed read, please refer to the attached SOP. | Mandatory | Cinemas/theatres/multiplexes | No end date specified |
| Central | Ministry Of Commerce And Industry Permits Free Export Of N95 Masks Or Its Equivalent | 06-10-2020 | The Ministry of Commerce and Industry (Ministry) with a Notification dated 6th October, 2020 has amended the Export Policy of Personal Protection Equipments / Masks. With this Amendment the export policy of N-95 / FFP-2 masks or its equivalent has been changed from "restricted" to "free" thereby making all types of masks freely exportable. | Mandatory | PPE Export | No end date specified |
| Goa | Ministry Of Health And Family Welfare Issues Standard Operating Procedures On Preventive Measures To Contain Spread Of Covid-19 During Festivities | 06-10-2020 | The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has, in a notification dated 6th October, 2020, issued Standard Operating Procedures on preventive measures to contain spread of COVID-19 during festivities ("SOP"). The SOP outlines the various generic precautionary measures to be adopted in addition to specific measures to be taken at locations to prevent spread of COVID-19 during the festivities. Key highlights: Apart from the specific precautionary measures to be taken by the event managers and staff, the SOP lays down the following generic measures to be followed by the event managers, the organizational staff and the public visiting the festivities: 1. No festivity events will be allowed in the containment zones. 2. Persons above 65 years of age, persons with comorbidities, pregnant women and children below the age of 10 years are advised to stay at home. This will apply to the event managers and staff as well. 3. Individuals must maintain a minimum distance of 6 feet in public places as far as feasible. 4. Use of face covers/masks will be mandatory. 5. Frequent hand washing with soap (for at least 40-60 seconds) even when hands are not visibly dirty has to be practiced. Use of alcohol-based hand sanitizers (for at least 20 seconds) have to be made wherever feasible. 6. Respiratory etiquettes have to be strictly followed. This will involve strict practice of covering ones mouth and nose while coughing/sneezing with a tissue/handkerchief/flexed elbow and disposing off used tissues properly. 7. Self-monitoring of health by all and reporting of any illness at the earliest to State and District Helpline has to be ensured. 8. Spitting will be strictly prohibited. 9. Installation & use of Aarogya Setu App has been advised to all. Please refer to the appended document for details. Source: Ministry of Health and Family Welfare | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Haryana | Now, Additional Assessment Fee As Covid Cess Will Be Levied On Imported Foreign Liquor, At The Time Of Issuance Of Pass (L-34) For Transportation Of Liquor From L-1 Or L-1Bf To Retail Licensees; Informs Haryana Government | 06-10-2020 | In a Gazette Notification dated 6th October, 2020 the Excise and Taxation Department, Haryana Government (Haryana) has issued the Haryana Liquor License (Third Amendment) Rules, 2020 (Amendment) in order to further amend the Haryana Liquor License Rules, 1970 (Principal Rules). Key Takeaways: 1. Additional assessment fee as Covid Cess will now be levied on Imported Foreign Liquor, at the time of issuance of pass (L-34) for transportation of liquor from L-1 or L-1BF to retail licensees as mentioned below: i. Pack greater than 375 ML- Rs. 50 (rate of per unit of pack) ii. Pack less than or equal to 375 ML- Rs. 25 (rate of per unit of pack) Further, it has been informed that the proceeds of the above levy will be utilized for expenditure in relation to the Covid-19 pandemic. 2. The additional excise duty and additional assessment fee levied as Covid Cess mentioned above will pass through the minimum retail sale rates as fixed in the Haryana Excise Policy 2020-21 . For a detailed read of the Amendment, please refer to the attached document. | Mandatory | Liquor Industry | No end date specified |
| Haryana | Excise And Taxation Department, Haryana Notifies Levy Of Additional Excise Duty As Covid Cess On Sale Of Liquor | 06-10-2020 | The Excise and Taxation Department, Haryana ("Department") has issued the Punjab Excise Fiscal (Haryana Third Amendment) Orders, 2020 ("Amendment Order") to further amend the Punjab Excise Fiscal Orders, 1932 ("Principal Order"). Key highlights: The Department has informed that: i. additional excise duty as Covid Cess will be levied on sale of liquor from wholesale (L-1/L-13) to retail outlets (L-2/L-14A). In case the stock of liquor is procured by retail outlet licensees (L-2/L-14A) from sources other than L-1 or L-13, like liquor procured by retail outlet licensee by way of stock transfer from outgoing retail licensees, Covid Cess, as applicable, will be levied at the hands of retail outlet licensee itself (L-2/L-14A); ii. Retail licensee will have to deposit the amount of Covid Cess as an additional excise duty to be levied at his hands within a day of procurement of such stock; iii. The retail licensee will also have to submit a statement containing the information about the type of liquor, quantity, Covid Cess as an additional excise duty leviable and amount deposited, in the office of the Deputy Excise and Taxation Commissioner (Excise) concerned. For a detailed read, please refer to the corresponding document. Source: Excise and Taxation Department, Haryana | Mandatory | Liquor wholesalers and retailers | No end date specified |
| Central | Ministry Of Information And Broadcasting Notifies Standard Operating Procedure On Preventive Measures To Contain Spread Of Covid-19 During Exhibition Of Films | 06-10-2020 | The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has notified Standard Operating Procedures ("SOP") on preventive measures to contain spread of COVID-19 during exhibition of films. The SOP lays down various generic as well as specific precautionary measures to be adopted to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Key Highlights: 1. Exhibition of Film shall not be allowed in Containment Zones; 2. Guidelines to be followed: i. Adequate physical distancing of at least 6 feet must be followed outside the auditoriums, common areas and waiting areas at all times. ii. Use of face covers / masks will be mandatory at all times. iii. Hand sanitizers, preferably in the touch-free mode, must be made available at entry and exit points as well as common areas within the premises. iv. Respiratory etiquettes must be strictly followed. v. Self-monitoring of health by all and reporting any illness at the earliest to state and district helpline must be ensure. vi. Spitting will be strictly prohibited. vii. Installation & use of Aarogya Setu App will be advised to all. viii. Thermal screening of visitors/staff must be carried out at entry points. Only asymptomatic individuals shall be allowed to enter the premises ix. The occupancy of the cinemas/theatres/multiplexes must not be more than 50% of their total seating capacity. x. Staggered show timings must be followed for multiple screens to avoid crowding; xi. The show commencement time, intermission period and finish time of a show at any screen shall not overlap with the commencement time, intermission period or finish time of a show at any other screen in a multiplex. xii.Digital no-contact transactions will be the most preferred mode for issue/verification/payments for tickets, food, and beverages, etc. by using online bookings, use of e-wallets, QR code scanners, etc. xiii. Contact number shall be taken at the time of booking of tickets to facilitate contact tracing. xiv. For air-conditioning/ventilation, the guidelines of CPWD must be followed which emphasize the following: a. Temperature Setting of all air conditioning devices must be in the range of 24-30°C. b. Relative humidity must be in the range of 40-70%. c. Re-circulation of air to be avoided to the extent possible. d. Intake of fresh air must be as much as possible. e. Cross ventilation must be adequate. For a detailed read, please refer to the corresponding document. Source: Ministry of Information & Broadcasting | Mandatory | Cinemas/theatres/multiplexes | No end date specified |
| Meghalaya | Night Curfew Implemented In East Khasi Hills District In Meghalaya From 9:00 Pm To 5:00 Am On A Daily Basis; Effective Till 12Th October, 2020 | 04-10-2020 | The Department of Information and Public Relations, Government of Meghalaya (Department) has notified that the District Magistrate of East Khasi Hills has promulgated night curfew in East Khasi Hills District till 12th October, 2020, between 9:00 PM to 5:00 AM every day. The night-curfew will not apply to the following: i. medical teams and officials on COVID-19 duty; ii. police security and armed forces; iii. civil defence and home guard volunteers; iv. wholesale and retail pharmacies; v. fire and emergency service; vi. MeECL, NEEPCO and Power Grid, FCI vehicles; vii. officers and staff of corona care centres; viii. press, print and electronic, Information and Public Relations Department; ix. National Highway and Infrastructure Development Corporation Ltd., Shillong Municipal Board and telecom service. However, the above-mentioned will need to strictly comply with all protocols and procedures including social distancing, limiting of field staff to the barest minimum and other advisories of Government in the Health and Family Welfare Department. Movement of vehicles carrying essential goods, security forces, medical equipments and shops for repair of trucks on highways are also exempted. However, drivers and attendants of the vehicles shall be subject to medical screening as per laid down protocols. Exemption granted to official and non-official emergency and essential services, establishments and agencies will not extend to declared Containment Zones except for exemption granted in those orders. Curfew passes for timings falling between 9:00 PM to 5:00 AM can be obtained via online application at eastkhasihills.gov.in. | Mandatory | All | 12-10-2020 |
| Karnataka | Karnataka Government Issues Guidelines To Implement Unlock 5.0 In The State Since 1St October, 2020; More Activities To Be Re-Opened Outside Containment Zones; Lockdown Extended In Containment Zones Up To 31St October, 2020 | 01-10-2020 | In consonance with the MHA Unlock 5.0 Order issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs on 30th September, 2020, the Government of Karnataka has issued Guidelines for implementing phased re-opening of activities (Unlock 5), effective since 1st October, 2020 up to 31st October 2020. 1. Activities permitted during Unlock 5 period outside Containment Zones All activities have been permitted outside Containment Zones, except the following, which are to be re-opened in a phased manner: (i) Department of Primary and Secondary Education, Government of Karnataka, may take a decision in consultation with respective schools / institution management, in respect of re-opening of schools and coaching institutes, after 15th October 2020, in a graded manner; Such decision must be based on the assessment of the situation and subject to the following conditions: ¢ Online / distance learning to continue to be the preferred mode of teaching and must be encouraged; ¢ Where schools are conducting online classes, and some students prefer to attend online classes rather than physically attend school, they may be permitted to do so; ¢ Students may attend schools/ institutions only with the written consent of parents; ¢ Attendance not to be enforced and should be on the basis of parental consent; ¢ Department of Primary and Secondary Education, Government of Karnataka shall consult with the Department of Health and Family Welfare and prepare standard operating procedure (SOP) regarding health and safety precautions for reopening of schools/ institutions. The SOP to be based on the SOP to be issued by Department of School Education and Literacy (DoSEL), Ministry of Education, Government of India, keeping local requirements in view; ¢ Schools, which are allowed to open, must follow the SOP to be issued by the Department of Primary and Secondary Education, Government of Karnataka; (ii) Department of Higher Education, Government of Karnataka, may decide on the timing of opening of Colleges / Higher Education Institutions, in consultation with Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), based on the assessment of the situation. Online / distance learning shall continue to be the preferred mode of teaching and shall be encouraged. Higher Education Institutions, (only for research scholars (Ph.D) and post-graduate students in science and technology stream requiring laboratory / experimental works) will be permitted to open from 15th October, 2020, in a manner mentioned below: a. For Centrally Funded Higher Education Institutions, the Head of Institution will satisfy herself / himself that there is a genuine requirement of research scholars (Ph. D) and post-graduate students in science and technology stream for laboratory/experimental works; b. For all other Higher Education Institutions e.g. State Universities, Private Universities etc., they may open only for research scholars (Ph. D) and postgraduate students in science and technology stream requiring laboratory / experimental works as per decision to be taken by the Department of Higher Education, Government of Karnataka; (iii) The following are permitted to open in areas outside Containment Zones, with effect from 15th October, 2020: ¢ Swimming pools used for training of sports persons; subject to adherence with the SOPs which will be issued by the Department of Youth Empowerment and Sports, Government of Karnataka and Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports (MoYA&S), GOI; ¢ Cinemas / theatres / multiplexes permitted to open with fifty percent of their seating capacity; SOPs for the same will be issued by the Department of Information and Public Relations, Government of Karnataka and Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, Government of India; ¢ Entertainment Parks and similar places shall be permitted to open; SOPs for the same will be issued by the Health Department of Karnataka and Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India; ¢ Business to Business (B2B) Exhibitions have also been permitted, subject to adherence with SOPs which are to be issued by the Department of Commerce and Industries, Government of Karnataka, and Department of Commerce, Government of India; ¢ Gatherings beyond the earlier limit of 100 persons to be permitted by BBMP / District Authorities provided that: a. In closed places, a maximum of fifty percent of hall capacity will be allowed (with a ceiling of 200 persons), with mandatory social distancing, use of face masks, provision of thermal scanning and use of hand sanitizer; b. In open spaces, considering the size of the ground/ space in view, there shall be strict observance of social distancing, mandatory wearing of face masks along with provision of thermal scanning and use of hand wash or sanitizer; Department of Health and Family Welfare, Government of Karnataka in consultation with the Home Department of Government of Karnataka will issue detailed SOPs to regulate such gatherings. (iv) International air travel of passengers, except as permitted by MHA 2. Lockdown limited to Containment Zones (i) Lockdown shall continue to remain in force in the Containment Zones till 31st October,2020; (ii) Containment Zones will be demarcated by the BBMP / District authorities after taking into consideration the guidelines of Ministry of Health & Family Welfare (MoHFW) and Department of Health & Family Welfare, Govt. of Karnataka with the objective of effectively breaking the chain of transmission; (iii) In the Containment Zones, only essential activities will be allowed. There will be strict perimeter control to ensure that there is no movement of people in or out of these zones, except for medical emergencies and for maintaining supply of essential goods and services. In the Containment Zones, there shall be intensive contact tracing, house-to-house surveillance, and other clinical interventions, as required; (iv) Containment Zones will be notified on the websites by the respective Commissioner, BBMP, Deputy Commissioners and information will be shared with MoHFW; (v) Activities in the Containment Zones shall be monitored strictly by the BBMP / District authorities, and the guidelines related to containment measures in these zones shall be strictly implemented; (vi) BBMP / District Authorities shall not impose any local lockdown (BBMP / District / Taluk / ULB / Village level), outside the Containment Zones, without prior consultation with the State Government and Central Government; 3. There shall be no restriction on inter-State and intra-State movement of persons and goods. No separate permission / approval / e-permit will be required for such movements. People coming to Karnataka from other States must strictly adhere to the prevailing Guidelines / SOPs issued by Department of Health and Family Welfare and Revenue Department; 4. Movement by passenger trains, domestic passenger air travel, Vande Bharat and Air Transport Bubble flights and sign-on and sign-off of Indian seafarers will continue to be regulated by SOPs issued by the concerned departments of Government of India; 5. Persons above 65 years, persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women and children below 10 years to stay at home, except for essential activities and health purposes; 6. Use of Aarogya Setu - With a view to ensuring safety in offices and work places, employers on best effort basis should ensure that Aarogta Setu is installed by all employees having compatible mobile phones; 7. Commissioner of BBMP / Deputy Commissioners are not permitted to dilute any of the measures mentioned in the guidelines; 8. For enforcement of social distancing, Commissioner of BBMP/ Deputy Commissioners may, as far as possible, impose fines mentioned in Annexure -1 of the attached Guidelines and use provisions of Section 144 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973. 9. National Directives for COVID-19 Management: ¢ Face covering: Wearing of face cover is compulsory in public places; in workplaces; and during transport. Fine of Rs. 1000 in Municipal Corporation areas and Rs. 500 in other areas shall be imposed for not wearing face cover as required; ¢ Social Distancing: Individuals must maintain a minimum distance of 6 feet (6 adi doora) in public places; shops to ensure physical distancing among customers; ¢ Spitting in public places will be punishable with fine (as may be prescribed in accordance with laws, rules or regulations); 10. Additional requirements in all Workplaces: ¢ Work from home (WFH): As far as possible the practice of WFH should be followed; ¢ Staggering of work/business hours will be followed in offices, workplaces, shops, markets and industrial & commercial establishments; ¢ Screening & Hygiene: Provision for thermal scanning, hand wash or sanitizer will be made at all entry and exit points along with common areas; ¢ Frequent sanitization of entire workplace, common facilities and all points which come into human contact e.g. door handles etc., will be ensured, including between shifts; ¢ Social distancing: All persons in charge of workplaces to ensure adequate distance between workers, adequate gaps between shifts, staggering the lunch breaks of staff etc. Any person violating the above-mentioned measures will be liable to be proceeded against as per the provisions of the Disaster Management Act, 2005, besides legal action under Section 188 of the Indian Penal Code. | Mandatory | All | 31-10-2020 |
| Maharashtra | Municipal Corporation, Navi Mumbai, Rolls Out Guidelines To Implement Lockdown In The Containment Zones (Hotspot Areas) Of The Corporation Till 31St October, 2020 | 01-10-2020 | The Commissioner of Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (Corporation) has declared lockdown in the hotspots of the Municipal area till 31st October, 2020. The hotspots are listed in Annexure A of the attached Order. Key Highlights: 1. Private establishments to plan work in a manner so that employees are able to work from home; 2. provision for thermal screening and availability of hand sanitisers to be ensured at workplaces; 3. citizens should maintain a distance of 6 feet between each other in public places; 4. large public and private ceremonies are prohibited; 5. shopkeepers to ensure that customers maintain social distancing (distance of 6 feet between each other). Furthermore, they should also ensure that there are not more than 5 people in front of the shop at a time; 6. a maximum of 50 people are allowed to attend wedding ceremonies and up to 20 people have been permitted in funerals; 7. spitting in the public is prohibited and offenders are liable to be penalised by the Corporation; 8. consumption of alcohol, paan, gutka, tobacco in public places is strictly prohibited; 9. wearing of masks have been mandated in public places, work places and while travelling; Activities restricted/ permitted throughout the State as well as in the municipal area: 1. schools, colleges, other educational institutes, coaching institutes etc. to be closed till 31st October, 2020, but online / distance learning courses to continue and be promoted; 2. cinemas, swimming pools, amusement parks, theatres (including theatres in malls and commercial complexes) will remain closed. Auditoriums, assembly halls and similar venues will remain closed; 3. international passenger transport will remain closed unless approved by the Union Home Department; 4. metro train service will be closed; 5. social / political / sports / entertainment / Cultural activities are also not permitted; 6. permission for religious events and other group events will not be granted; 7. shops for all essential items will continue to operate as per earlier Order; 8. Hotel / Food court, Restaurants and bars have been permitted to operate at 50% capacity since 05th October, 2020; 9. All industrial and manufacturing units in Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation area will be allowed to start production of non-essential items along with essential items; 10. Vehicles transporting oxygen will be allowed to move on a full time basis in and out of the State. There will be no transportation restrictions on oxygen producers and suppliers. Penalties under the provisions of the Indian Penal Code, Disaster Management Act 2005 and Epidemic Diseases Act will be imposed for any violation of the Order. Please note that the Order is in Vernacular and we have translated it to the best of our understanding. Once an official translation is available, we will update in case there is a requirement. For a detailed read, please refer to the attached Order. | Mandatory | All | 31-10-2020 |
| Kerala | Government Of Kerala Amends Guidelines For Health Care Worker Resource Management For Centres Providing Covid-19 Care | 01-10-2020 | In the COVID-19 Pandemic the state of Kerala is witnessing a rapid increase in infections and active cases that can potentially affect the health care delivery system in the state. It is important for the health care workers to provide continuous service to the patients. The Health & Family Welfare Department, Government of Kerala has amended the advisory on Health Care Worker Resource Management Guidelines For Centres Providing Covid-19 Care in the following manner - 1. All health care workers will continue to get their weekly off, duty off and compensatory off as per the existing service rule. (The weekly off, duty off and compensatory off as was in practice prior to the Covid period i.e. prior to the February 2020). 2. The reserve pool and replacement staff must be maintained as per need of individual institutions to avoid total close down of hospital in case of inadvertent infection to the staff. 3. The Principals and Superintendents/COVlD nodal officers of health care institutions providing COVID care must do the needful for reorganization of the human resources as per this amendment. 4. The Principal and Superintendents must ensure rotation of the staff so as to ensure their protection and to give them rest by proper deployment between COVID and Non COVID duties. 5. Refresher training on infection prevention and control (IPC) and use of PPE must be provided to all categories of staff. 6. Buddy system must be continued to ensure adherence to IPC guidelines 7. The Institutional Infection control committee must continue to monitor compliance 8. Exposure to COVID and breach of PPE should be reported to the COVID nodal officer of the institution and head of the concerned department. The Institution medical board to decide about breach of PPE and requirement of quarantine to such staff. 9. Regular quarantine of healthcare workers after performing duty in COVID-19 areas in not warranted. | Advisory | Health Care | No end date specified |
| Central | Ministry Of Education Issues Guidelines/Standar Operating Procedures For Re-Opening Of Schools After 15Th October, 2020 | 01-10-2020 | Department of School Education and Literacy , Ministry of Education, has issued guidelines/Standar Operating Procedures ("SOP") for re-opening of schools after 15th October, 2020. The Guidelines/SOP address the i.health and safety aspects for reopening schools. These are based on the prevailing instructions of Ministry of Home Affairs and Ministry of Health and Family Welfare with regard to health and safety protocols, and maybe implemented by adopting/adapting in accordance with the local situation in all states/UTs. ii. learning with physical/social distancing and the academic aspects related to the delivery of education, such as, curriculum transactions, instructional load, timetables, assessment, etc. These are advisory in nature. States &UTs may use these in the manner deemed fit to prepare their own guidelines. Please refer to the appended document for further details. Source: Ministry of Education | Mandatory | No end date specified | |
| Maharashtra | Maharashtra Govt. Issues Sop For Restaurants And Bars | 01-10-2020 | The Government of Maharashtra, in a recent Order has issued the protocols that have to be followed by the restaurants in the State. It has stated that restaurants and bars have to specifically follow all the protocols laid down by the State Government, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare WHO, UNWTO and the Ministry of Tourism. Additionally, all guidelines such as Food Hygiene and Safety Guidelines for Food Business during COVID 19 issued by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) have to be followed. Background: In its Unlock 5 Order, the Maharashtra Government has permitted hotels, food courts, restaurants, bars to operate from 5th October, 2020 with 50% capacity. In order to ensure safety and prevent the spread of the pandemic, the present SOP is issued. | mandatory | restaurants, food courts | no end date specified |
| Punjab | Punjab Govt. Implements Unlock 5 In The State In Consonance With The Mha Unlock 5 Order | 01-10-2020 | On 1st October, 2020, the Punjab Government has issued Guidelines on re-opening of more activities in areas outside Containment Zones and extended the lockdown in Containment zones till 31st October, 2020. Lockdown in Containment Zones: 1. Lockdown will remain in force in the Containment Zones till 31st October, 2020 2. Containment Zones will be demarcated by the district authorities at micro level after taking into consideration the guidelines of the MoHFW with the objective of effectively breaking the chain of transmission. Strict containment measures will be enforced in these Containment Zones and only essential activities will be allowed. 3. There will be strict perimeter control to ensure that there is no movement of people in or out of these Zones, except for medical emergencies and for maintaining supply of essential goods and services. In the Containment Zones, there will be intensive contact tracing, house-to-house surveillance, and other clinical interventions as required. Key Takeaways: 1. No Week-end/ night curfew; effective since 1st October, 2020. 2. There will be no restriction on opening and closing days or timings of Shops. Restaurants. Hotels, Liquor Vends etc. outside Containment Zones on account of Covid-19; effective since 1st October, 2020. 3. Social/ academic / sports/ entertainment! cultural /religious/ political functions and other congregation are allowed; w.e.f 01.10.2020 with a ceiling of 100 persons outside Containment Zones only as per SOP already issued by the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare (MoHFW), Government of India in this regard. Marriage and funeral related events will also be permitted participation upto 100 persons. 4. There will be no restriction on passenger capacity of all type of vehicles including the buses provided the windows are kept open during travel and all passengers wear mask. National Directives: The National Directives for Covid-19 Management as specified in Annexure-I to MHA Order dated 30,09.2020 shall be followed throughout the State. Movement of persons with SOPs: Movement by passenger trains; domestic passenger air travel; movement of persons on Vande Bharat and Air transport, Bubble flights; and sign-on and sign-off of Indian seafarers will continue to be regulated as per SOPs issued. Protection of vulnerable persons: The persons above 65 years of age, persons with do-morbidity, pregnant women and children below the age of 10 years are advised to stay at home except for essential requirements and for health purposes. Penal provisions: Any violation of these guidelines and lockdown measures shall be punishable under the provisions of the Disaster management Act, 2005 besides legal action under section 188 of Indian Penal Code (IPC). Background: The Ministry of Home Affairs, on 30th September, 2020 has issued the Unlock 5 Guidelines for phased re-opening of activities. In consonance with the Unlock 5 Guidelines, the Punjab Government has rolled out the present Order which will be implemented in the state. | Mandatory | All | 31-10-2020 |
| Maharashtra | Commissioner Of Pune Municipal Corporation Allows Hotels, Restaurants, Food Courts And Bars (Outside Containment Zones) To Operate At 50 Percent Capacity | 01-10-2020 | The Pune Municipal Corporation (Corporation) has allowed hotels, restaurants, food courts and bars in the areas outside Containment Zones under the Corporation to operate at fifty percent capacity; subject to adhering to the SOPs issued by the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India. Key Highlights: i. above-mentioned establishments permitted to be open from 8:00 am to 10:00 pm; ii. all customers entering the hotels to be checked by thermal screening near the entrance; iii. employees to mandatorily use masks of N-95 or equivalent grade and change uniforms on a daily basis; iii. only asymptomatic customers wearing masks to be allowed inside the hotel; iv. daily records to be maintained with regard to the names and contact details of the customers for contact tracing; v. hand santizers should be provided to customers near the entrance and also in waiting rooms; vi. digital payments to be preferred as mode for payment; vii. rest-rooms and washrooms to be frequently cleaned and sanitized; viii. doors and windows to be kept open and use of AC to be avoided; and if use of AC is mandatory, the same should be disinfected from time to time; if possible, portable high efficiency air cleaner to be installed; ix. CCTV system should be functioning and records for the same should be saved; x. Plates and spoons to be washed in hot water and with disinfectant; xi. The leftover food should be deposited in the respective buckets and the daily accumulated waste should be disposed of daily; xii. Posters such as "Customers should use hand sanitizer, use mask in addition to meals" should be displayed near the entrance; Please note that the Order is in Vernacular and we have translated it to the best of our understanding. Once an official translation is available, we will update in case there is a requirement. For a detailed read, please refer to the corresponding document | Mandatory | Food and beverage | No end date specified |
| Central | Extension In Due Date For Late Filing Of Income Tax Return For F.Y 2018-19 | 30-09-2020 | Central Board of Direct Taxes has issued an Order dated 30th September, 2020 to further extend the due date for furnishing of belated and revised income tax return for Assessment Year 2019-20 till 30th day of November, 2020 instead of 30th day of September, 2020. | Mandatory | All | Permanent change in law |
| Central | Extension In Due Date For Furnishing Of Annual Return In Form Gstr-9 And Audit Report In Form Gstr-9C For F.Y 2018-19 | 30-09-2020 | Central Board of Indirect Taxes & Customs (CBIC) has issued Notification No 69 dated 30th September, 2020 to further extend the due date for furnishing the GST Annual Return in FORM GSTR-9 for the period from 1st April, 2018 to 31st March, 2019 from 30th day of September, 2020 to 31st day of October, 2020.. Wherever copy of audited annual accounts and reconciliation statement duly certified, in FORM GSTR-9C, needs to be submitted along with GST Annual return, the same shall also stand extended till 31st day of October, 2020 for the period 1st April, 2018 to 31st March, 2019. | Mandatory | All | Permanent change in law |
| Central | Cbic Defers Implementation Of Dynamic Qr Code On B2C Invoices Till 1St Day Of December, 2020 | 30-09-2020 | Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has issued Notification No. 71/2020 dated 30th September, 2020 to further amend the Notification No.14-CT dated 21st March, 2020 to defer the date of implementation of requirement to have dynamic QR code on B2C invoices till 1st day of December, 2020 instead of 1st day of October, 2020 and to notify the class of registered person who shall be required to have dynamic quick response code (QR Code) in the invoice issued in respect of supply of goods and/or services to a unregistered person. According to the amendment in the Notification, the registered persons whose aggregate turnover in any preceding financial year from 2017-18 onwards exceeds five hundred crore rupees shall be required to have dynamic quick response code (QR Code) in the invoice issued in respect of supply of goods and/or services to a unregistered person. Prior to this amendment, in the financial year was mentioned which has now been replaced by in any preceding financial year from 2017-18 onwards to avoid ambiguity. | Mandatory | All | Permanent change in law |
| Central | Mha Rolls Out Unlock 5.0 Guidelines; Extends Lockdown In Containment Zones Till 31.10.2020; Business To Business (B2B) Exhibitions Permitted To Open From 15.10. 2020, While Adhering To Sops (To Be Issued By Dept. Of Commerce) | 30-09-2020 | Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, has issued guidelines under the Disaster Management Act, 2005 for re-opening of more activities in areas outside the Containment Zones in a calibrated manner, while extending the Lockdown in Containment Zones upto 31st October, 2020. For more details please refer to the appended documents. | Mandatory | All | 31-10-2020 |
| Central | Mha Issues Letter To Chief Secretaries Of States And The Administrators Of Uts On Implementing The Mha Unlock 5.0 Order Extending Lockdown In The Containment Zones Up To 31St October, 2020 | 30-09-2020 | The Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India (MHA), has issued a Letter addressed to the Chief Secretaries of all States and the Administrators of all Union Territories in pursuance of MHA Unlock 5.0 Order dated 30th September, 2020 whereby lockdown has been extended in the Containment Zones till 31st October, 2020. The letter states that as per Unlock 5.0, which has come into effect since 1st October, 2020, the process of phased re-opening of activities has been extended further. However, lockdown shall continue to be implemented strictly in the Containment Zones till 31st October, 2020 with strict perimeter control and enforcement of containment measures as per guidelines notified by the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare. The Letter further states that the Unlock 5.0 Order has been notified in view of the suggestions received from the State Governments through consultations held with the related Central Ministries and Departments and that the Order specifies the activities permitted outside Containment Zones as well as the restrictions with regard to specific activities. Specific mention has been made with regard to the following 1. In areas outside the Containment Zones only, following activities have been permitted from 15th October 2020: a. Cinemas / theatres / multiplexes with upto 50% of their seating capacity, for which, SOP will be issued by Ministry of Information & Broadcasting; b. Entertainment parks and similar places will be permitted to open, for which the SOP will be issued by Ministry of Health & Family Welfare (MoHFW); c. Business to Business (B2B) Exhibitions, for which, SOP will be issued by the Department of Commerce; d. Swimming pools being used for training of sportspersons, for which the standard operating procedure (SOP) will be issued by Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports (MoYA & S); 2. For re-opening of schools and coaching institutions, State/ Union Territory Governments have been provided with the flexibility to take decisions after 15th October 2020, in a graded manner. Schools, which are allowed to open, will have to mandatorily follow the SOP regarding health and safety precautions to be issued by Education Departments of States/ UTs; 3. Department of Higher Education (DHE), Ministry of Education may take a decision on the timing of the opening of Colleges / Higher Education Institutions, in consultation with Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), based on the assessment of the situation. Online/ distance learning shall continue to be the preferred mode of teaching and continue to be encouraged. However, Higher Education Institutions only for research scholars (Ph. D) and post-graduate students in science and technology stream requiring laboratory/ experimental works will be permitted to open from 15th October, 2020; 4. Social / academic / sports / entertainment / cultural / religious / political functions and other congregations have already been permitted with a ceiling of 100 persons, outside Containment Zones only. Now, State or Union Territory Governments have been provided with the flexibility to permit such gatherings beyond the earlier prescribed limit of 100 persons, outside Containment Zones, after 15th October 2020, subject to certain conditions prescribed in the guidelines; The Letter reiterates that the State Governments and Union Territory Administrators cannot dilute restrictions imposed under the Unlock 5.0 Order issued by MHA. States and Union Territories are prohibited from imposing any local lockdown outside the Containment Zones, without prior consultation with the Central Government. There shall also be no restriction on inter-State and intra-State movement of persons and goods including those for cross land-border trade under Treaties with neighbouring countries. No separate permission / approval / e-permit will be required for such movement. For a detailed read, please refer to the attached Letter | Mandatory | All | 31-10-2020 |
| Maharashtra | Govt. Of Maharashtra Eases Restrictions And Rolls Out Guidelines On Phase-Wise Opening Of Lockdown (Mission Begin Again); Guidelines Effective Till 31St October, 2020 | 30-09-2020 | In continuation of the earlier Order, the Department of Revenue and Forest, Disaster Management, Relief and Rehabilitation, Government of Maharashtra has issued guidelines on Easing of Restrictions and Phase-wise opening of lockdown (Mission Begin Again). The Guidelines will remain in effect till midnight of 31st October, 2020. The guidelines have been issued to contain the spread of COVID-19 infection in the State and further easing of these guidelines will notified from time to time. Key highlights of the Guidelines 1. The following activities will be allowed to operate a. All industrial and manufacturing units of non-essential items in Mumbai Metropolitan Region are allowed to operate. b. Hotels / Food Court / Restaurants and Bars are allowed to operate from 5th October, 2020 with capacity not exceeding 50% or as may be prescribed by the local authorities. 2. The containment zones demarcated by Government in the State will be in force till further Orders. 3. National Directives for COVID-19 management will be strictly followed at all times. 4. Activities which will remain prohibited across the State a. Schools, colleges, educational and coaching institutions will remain closed till 31st October, 2020, however, online / distance learning will continue to be permitted. b. Cinema halls, swimming pools, entertainment parks, theatres (including that in malls and market complexes), auditoriums etc. c. International air travel of passengers except as permitted by MHA. d. Metro rail. e. Social / political / sports / entertainment / cultural and other large congregations. 5. All essential shops which were allowed to open before will continue to do so. 6. There will be free movement of oxygen carrying vehicles within and out of the State without any restriction of timings. Also there will be no restrictions on oxygen manufacturers and suppliers. 7. All train originating and ending their journey within the State will be restarted with immediate effect subject to protocols laid down by the State and Central Government. 8. Dabbawalas in the MMR region will be allowed in local trains after procuring QR codes from the Office of the Commissioner of Police, Mumbai. 9. Local trains in Pune region will be resumed as per protocols and procedures laid down by the Government. 10. Any other allowed and permitted activity by any specific / general Order will continue to operate. Any person violating these guidelines will be liable to be proceeded against as per the provisions of Section 51 to 60 of the Disaster Management Act, 2005 besides legal action under Section 188 of the IPC. For a detailed read on the guidelines, penal provisions and National Directives for COVID-19 management, please refer to the attached Order. | Mandatory | All | 31-10-2020 |
| Tamil Nadu | Government Of Tamil Nadu Extends State-Wide Lockdown In Containment Zones Till 31St October, 2020; Notifies List Of Permitted And Prohibited Activities In The State | 30-09-2020 | The Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu in consultation with the senior ministers has extended the State-wide lockdown till 31st October, 2020. The following activities will continue to remain prohibited until further Orders, during the lockdown period throughout the State 1. Schools, colleges, research institutions, educational and coaching institutions will continue to remain closed for students; 2. All cinema halls, swimming pools, entertainment parks, theatres, auditoriums, assembly halls, beaches, zoos, museums, tourist places and similar places will remain closed; 3. All international travel of passengers, except for purposes as permitted by MHA; 4. Sub-urban train services remain prohibited; 5. Religious congregations and all social/ political/ sports/ entertainment/ academic/ cultural/ religious/ political functions and other congregations; 6. Marriage and related gatherings will not have guests more than 50 and funeral and last rites related gatherings will not have more than 20 people. The earlier permission allowing students studying in standards 10 to 12 in Government / Government Aided / Private Schools to come to schools from October 1, 2020 on voluntary basis for taking guidance from teachers has been kept in abeyance till further orders. The following activities have been permitted in addition to the existing activities permitted throughout the State 1. Restaurants and tea shops will function from 6 am to 9 pm. In addition to this, take away (parcel food) will be permitted upto 10 pm; 2. Shooting of films relating to cinema industry is permitted subject to SOP issued. Also, only 100 persons will be allowed to work at a single point of time. Spectators are not allowed; 3. 100 flights from other States are permitted to land in Chennai airport daily as against 50 flights permitted earlier; 4. Government and other Government Department related Training Institutes permitted to function subject to following the SOPs issued; 5. Weekly Shandies in Urban and Rural Areas permitted to operate while adhering to SOPs Some points to note - 1. Lockdown will continue to remain in force in the Containment Zones till 31st October, 2020. Further, Containment Zones will be demarcated by the District authorities after taking into consideration the guidelines of Ministry of Health & Family Welfare (MoHFW) with the objective of effectively breaking the chain of transmission. Strict containment measures will be enforced in these Containment Zones and only essential activities will be allowed. There shall be strict perimeter control to ensure there is no movement of persons in or out of these zones, except for medical emergencies and for maintaining supply of essential goods / services. The Containment Zones will be notified on the website by the respective District Collectors and State. 2. Movement by passenger trains; domestic passenger air travel; movement of persons on Vande Bharat and Air Transport Bubble flights and sign-on and sign-off of Indian seafarers will continue to be regulated as per SOPs issued; 3. Persons above 65 years of age, persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women, and children below the age of 10 years are advised to stay at home, except for essential and health purposes; 4. With a view to ensuring safety in offices and work places, employers (on best effort basis) should ensure that Arogya Setu is installed by all employees having compatible mobile phones; 5. Gathering of more than 5 persons at a time in public places to remain prohibited under Section 144 of Criminal Procedure Code; 6. No activities to be permitted in Containment Zones. 7. Wearing of mask is mandatory. Repeated washing of hands with soap/ sanitizers and social distancing norms to be strictly enforced; General Directives for COVID-19 Management: 1. Face coverings: Wearing of face cover is compulsory in public places; in workplaces; and during transport. 2. Social Distancing: Individuals must maintain a minimum distance of 6 feet in public places; shops to ensure physical distancing among customers; 3. Gatherings: Large public gatherings continue to remain prohibited: ¢ Marriage related gatherings to not exceed 50 persons ¢ Funeral/ last rite gatherings to not exceed 20 persons 4. Spitting in public places will be punishable with fine (as may be prescribed in accordance with laws, rules or regulations); 5. Consumption of liquor, paan, guthka, etc in public places is prohibited; Additional requirements in all Workplaces: 1. Work from home (WFH): As far as possible, the practice of WFH should be followed; 2. Staggering of work / business hours will be followed in offices, workplaces, shops, markets and industrial & commercial establishments; 3. Screening & Hygiene: Provision for thermal scanning, hand wash or sanitizer to be made available at all entry and hand wash or sanitizer to be made available at exit points along with common areas; 4. Frequent sanitization of entire workplace, common facilities and all points which come into human contact e.g. door handles etc., will be ensured, including between shifts; 5. Social distancing: All persons in charge of workplaces to ensure adequate distance between workers, adequate gaps between shifts, staggering the lunch breaks of staff etc. Any person violating these measures will be liable to be proceeded against as per the provisions of the Disaster Management Act, 2005, besides legal action under Section 188 of the Indian Penal Code. For a detailed read, please refer to the attached Order. | Mandatory | All | 31-10-2020 |
| Central | Verification And Stamping Of Weights And Measures Extended Till December, 2020 | 30-09-2020 | The Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution has provided an extension of three months, upto December, 2020 for verification and stamping of weights and measures during phased re-opening, as the stamping and verification could not be carried out as per normal circumstances owing to COVID-19. Furthermore, the additional / late fee chargeable on the part of the users of weights and measures for re-verification (due to expiry pf validity of stamp due to postponement of re-verification) has been relaxed for the above-mentioned extended period. For a detailed read, please refer to corresponding document. | Mandatory | All | 44196 |
| Central | Mca Relaxes Filing Of Iepf Forms And E-Verification Of Claims Filed In Form Iepf-5 Without Paying Additional Fees Till 31St December, 2020 | 29-09-2020 | In light of the extension of Companies Fresh Start Scheme till 31st December, 2020 owing to COVID-19 pandemic, the Ministry of Corporate Affairs ("MCA") has, in a Circular dated 29th September, 2020 allowed relaxation for late filing of the following IEPF e-forms without paying additional fees till 31st December, 2020: i. IEPF - 1 ii. IEPF - 1A iii. IEPF - 2 iv. IEPF - 3 v. IEPF - 4 vi. IEPF- 7 The MCA has also provided relaxation towards e-verification of claims filed in e-form IEPF-5 without paying additonal fees till 31st December, 2020. Please refer to the appended document for further details. Source: Ministry of Corporate Affairs | Mandatory | All | 31-12-2020 |
| Central | Amidst Covid-19 Pandemic, Mca Extends Timelines For Compliance Requirements, Relating To Creation Of Deposit Repayment Reserve And Investment Of Debentures, Till 31St December, 2020 | 29-09-2020 | In a Circular dated 29th September, 2020 the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has informed that it has further extended the timeline for compliance with the following till 31st December, 2020: i. Requirement of creation of deposit repayment reserve of 20% of deposits maturing during the financial year 2020-21 ii. Requirement to invest or deposit at least 15% of amount of debentures maturing in specified methods of investments or deposits Background: In a previous circular dated 19th June, 2020, MCA had extended the timeline for the abovementioned compliances till 30th September, 2020. However, in view of the requests and representations received from various stakeholders seeking extension, the present order has been issued. | Mandatory | All | 31-12-2020 |
| Central | Sebi Extends Relaxations Under Sebi (Icdr) Regulations, 2018; Issuer Can Increase/ Decrease The Fresh Issue Size By Up To 50% Of The Estimated Issue Size Without Filing Fresh Draft Offer Till 31St March, 2020 | 29-09-2020 | The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), in a Circular dated 30th September, 2020 has extended the One-time relaxation with respect to validity of SEBI Observations. Key Highlights: 1. An issuer will be permitted to increase or decrease the fresh issue size by upto 50% of the estimated issue size without requiring to file fresh draft offer till 31st March, 2020. 2. The validity of the SEBI observations expiring between October 1, 2020 and March 31, 2021 has been extended till March 31, 2021, subject to an undertaking from lead manager. | Advisory | All | 31-03-2020 |
| Central | Esic Issues Guidelines For Covid-19 Safety Measures At Workplace To Prevent The Spread Of Covid-19 At The Work Place | 29-09-2020 | With a view to reduce the impact of COVID 19 on business, workers and customers, the Employees' State Insurance Corporation has issued safe workplace guidelines for industries and establishments. The guidelines have been prepared as a comprehensive planning guidance for employers and workers to use it to help identify risk levels of Covid-19 at individual workplace settings in their premises and to determine appropriate control measures. Key highlights 1. Every person in the workplace should be considered as a potential source of infection; 2. basic precautions such as wearing of masks, frequently washing hands, social distancing etc. should be followed by all; 3. proper respiratory etiquette should be practiced; 4. air conditioning to be avoided more outdoor ventilation should be ensured by opening doors and windows. Also toilet fans will have to be kept open 24 / 7; 5. visitors to be allowed only with prior appointments and no visitors should be allowed beyond reception area; 6. biometric attendance systems should not be used; 7. workers with COVID-19 like symptoms should stay at home. Also, worker to self-monitor their own health; 8. regular cleaning of frequently touched surfaces, staircase rails, light switches, kitchen etc. 9. discourage people from coming in contact with frequently touched surfaces with their hands and encourage them to use their elbows, shoulders etc. to open doors; 10. replace face to face meetings with virtual meetings; 11. make all documentation and processes like communications, bills, invoices, job cards, filings, trainings etc, online/paperless; 12. lunch breaks to be staggered and people should be discouraged from eating in groups and sharing food; 13. employers to develop a special leave policy with respect to COVID-19; 14. Aarogya Setu App to be used by all in a workplace; For a detailed read on the Guidelines, please refer to the annexed document. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Jharkhand | Jharkhand Government Promulgates Jharkhand Mineral Bearing Lands (Covid- 19 Pandemic) Cess Rules, 2020; Land Holders To Pay Cess For The Purpose Of Rehabilitation/Employment Of Labourers/Migrant Labourers In Light Of Covid-19 Pandemc | 29-09-2020 | The Revenue, Registration and Land Reforms Department, Government of Jharkhand has issued the Jharkhand Mineral Bearing Lands (COVID-19 Pandemic) Cess Rules, 2020 ("Rules") by exercising its powers under the Jharkhand Mineral Bearing Lands (COVID-19 Pandemic) Cess Ordinance, 2020. The objective of the Rule is to levy cess from land holders of Mineral Bearing Land for the purpose of Rehabilitation/ Employment of Labourers/Migrant Labourers, creating infrastructures in cotton/village industries, mitigating the hardships caused due to loss of jobs and augmenting the existing health Infrastructures and for other necessary purposes in the State of Jharkhand arising out of COVID-19 Pandemic. Key Highlights : 1. The holder shall pay the Cess on the mineral bearing land as rates specified in the Schedule. The cess shall become payable and be paid on the same day on which such royalty was payable to the Government. 2. The Cess shall be paid electronically through Jharkhand Integrated Mines and Management System. 3. The holder shall make the required payment towards Cess in the same frequency as the holder is required to pay royalty to the Government. 4. If any holder fails to pay the Cess by the due date, the holder shall be liable to pay interest @ 3% per month or part. | Mandatory | Land holders of mineral land | No end date specified |
| Telangana | Telangana Rera Revises The Validity Of Project Registration And Extends The Timeline For Statutory Compliances For A Further Period Of 6 Months Till 15Th March, 2020 In Light Of Covid-19 Pandemic. | 29-09-2020 | Telangana State Real Estate Regulatory Authority by an Order dated 29th September, 2020 has revised the validity of Project Registration and has also extended the timeline for statutory compliances for a further period of 6 months till 15th March, 2020 in light of COVID-19 pandemic. It has been observed that real estate projects are facing difficulties during the pandemic in procuring raw materials leading to reduced construction activities along with crisis of migrant labourers who have returned to their native places and other pandemic related issues. Therefore, by considering these circumstances for registered projects whose date of completion of project is on or after 15th March, 2020, the authority has decided the following - 1. For all registered projects whose date of completion is expiring on or after 15th March, 2020, the period of validity of registration of such projects has been further extended by another six months i.e., from 15th September, 2020 to 15th March, 2021. 2. In addition to this, the promoters/developers/builders are not liable to pay any fee for the extension of registration of the registered projects as COVID-19 pandemic is a force majeure situation. | Mandatory | Real Estate | 15-03-2021 |
| Central | Mca Further Extends Period Allowing Meetings W.R.T Matters Relating To Approval Of Financial Statements, Board Report, Takeover Etc. To Be Held Virtually Till 31.12.2020 | 28-09-2020 | In a gazette notification dated September 28, 2020 the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has further extended the period during which integral board meetings can be held through video conferencing or other audio visual means instead of requiring physical presence of directors. The MCA has issued the Companies (Meetings of Board and its Powers) Third Amendment Rules, 2020 (Amendment Rules) under which the period for permitting such virtual meetings has been extended till 31st December, 2020. Background: In an earlier notification, the MCA through the Companies (Meetings of Board and its Powers) Amendment Rules, 2020 had permitted certain Board Meetings which were otherwise prohibited from being held through Video Conferencing or other Audio Visual means to be held through video-conferencing or other audio-visual means in light of the COVID-19 pandemic till 30th June, 2020. Subsequently, under the Companies (Meetings of Board and its Powers) Second Amendment Rules, 2020, this relaxation was further extended till September 30, 2020. The Amendment Rules are effective since September 28, 2020. | Mandatory | All | 31-12-2020 |
| Central | In View Of The Large Scale Disruption Caused By The Covid-19 Pandemic Mca Extends The Companies Fresh Start Scheme Till 31St December, 2020 | 28-09-2020 | In a Circular dated 28th September, 2020 the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has informed that the Companies Fresh Start Scheme, 2020 (Scheme) has been extended till 31st December, 2020. The said extension has been granted in view of the large scale disruption caused by the COVID-19 pandemic All other requirements under the Scheme remain unchanged. | Mandatory | All | 31-12-2020 |
| Central | Mca Extends The Llp Settlement Scheme, 2020 Till 31St December, 2020 In Light Of The Large Scale Disruption Caused By The Covid-19 Pandemic | 28-09-2020 | This is to inform you that the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, through a Circular dated 28th September, 2020 has extended the Limited Liability Partnership (LLP) Settlement Scheme, 2020 (LLP Scheme) till 31st December, 2020. The said extension has been granted in view of large scale disruption caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. All other requirements under the LLP Scheme remain unchanged. | Mandatory | Limited Liability Partnerships | 31-12-2020 |
| Central | Mca Further Extends Scheme For Relaxation Of Time For Filing Forms Related To Creation Or Modification Of Charges Under The Companies Act, 2013 Till 31St December 2020 | 28-09-2020 | The Ministry of Corporate Affairs, with a Circular dated 28th September, 2020 has extended the time for the Scheme for relaxation of time for filing forms related to creation or modification of charges under the Companies Act, 2013 (detailed in trail) from 30th September, 2020 to 31st December, 2020. With this extension as the Scheme has been extended till 31st December, 2020 all the dates that were 30th September, 2020 have been substituted by 31st December, 2020 and all the dates that were 1st October, 2020 have been substituted by 1st January, 2020, all other requirements remain unchanged. | Mandatory | All | 31-12-2020 |
| Central | Mca Further Extends Timeline Allowing Companies To Conduct Egm Through Video Conferencing Or Other Audio Visual Means Till 31St December, 2020 | 28-09-2020 | The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has, in a Circular dated 28th September, 2020, allowed companies to conduct Extraordinary General Meetings (EGMs) through video conferencing (VC) or other audio visual means (OAVM) or by passing certain items through postal ballot till 31st December, 2020. Background: The MCA had in Circulars dated 8th April,2020 (General Circular No. 14/2020), dated 13th April (General Circular No. 17/2020) and 15th June, 2020 (General Circular No. 22/2020), allowed companies to hold EGMs through VC or OAVM or by passing of certain items only through postal ballot and provided the framework for the same, valid upto 30th September, 2020. Now, MCA has issued the current circular for further extending the date till which companies will be allowed to conduct their EGMs through VC or OAVM or transact items through postal ballot. Please refer to the appended document for further details. | Mandatory | All | 31-12-2020 |
| Central | Fssai Extends The Date For Mandatory Food Safety Audit Of Food Businesses Under The Fss (Food Safety Auditing) Regulations, 2018 Up To 31.12.2020. | 28-09-2020 | In light of the prevailing COVID-19 pandemic, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India has, in a Notification dated 28th September, 2020, further extended the last date for mandatory food safety audit of Food Businesses under the Food Safety and Standards (Food Safety Auditing) Regulations, 2018 up to 31st December, 2020. Accordingly, the food businesses have been directed to get such mandatory audits of their premises conducted by 31st December 2020. Please refer to the appended document for details. | Mandatory | Food Business Operators | 31-12-2020 |
| West Bengal | Wb Chief Minister Announces Operation Of Jatras, Plays, Oats, Cinemas & All Musical, Dance, Recital & Magic Shows With 50 Participants Or Less From October 1, 2020; Reiterates Adherence To Physical Distancing Norms, Wearing Of Masks & Compliance To Precautionary Protocols | 26-09-2020 | The West Bengal Government has informed that Jatras, Plays, OATs, Cinemas & all musical, dance, recital & magic shows will be allowed to function with 50 participants or less from October 1, 2020, subject to adherence to physical distancing norms, wearing of masks & compliance to precautionary protocols issued. The step is announced with a view to return the situation to normalcy in the State. We are sharing this information basis the tweet on the official Twitter Handle of the Chief Minister of West Bengal on September 26, 2020.. | Mandatory | Entertainment | No end date specified |
| Chhattisgarh | District Magistrate Of Bijapur Issues Instructions For Celebrating Navratri Festival In The District | 26-09-2020 | With a view to curb the spread of COVID-19 infections, the District Magistrate of Bijapur has issued instructions to be followed in the District during the period of Navratri festival. The following instructions are to be strictly followed - 1. Height and width of the idol should not exceed 6x5 feet; 2. The size of the pandal for idol installation should not exceed 15x15 feet; 3. There should be at least 3000 square feet open space in front of the pandal and no part of any street should be affected thereof; 4. Distance from one pandal to another should not be less than 250 meters; 5. There should not be a separate pandal for the audience to sit in, no chairs will be installed for audience and organizers; 6. There should not be more than 20 people present at one time in and in front of the pandal; 7. The person / committee who installs the idol will maintain a register in which the name, address, mobile no. etc. will be recorded for all people who are visiting for contact tracing purposes; 8. The person/ committee installing the idol shall be responsible for installation of four (4) CCTV cameras for the purpose of contact tracing; 9. Wearing of masks is mandatory while visiting the idol or offering prayers and people without masks as well as the committee will attract action; 10. The committee will be responsible for ensuring that proper thermal checks, sanitizers, oximeters, head wash and view management system is arranged an that in case thermal screening leads to identification of fever or any other specific or general symptoms of COVID 19, then the committee organising the event needs to ensure that such symptomatic person is not allowed entry; 11. If a person gets affected by COVID-19 owing to visiting the idol, then the committee / person responsible for organising the event will be liable to pay the entire cost of treatment; 12. Idol installation will not be allowed in Containment Zones; 13. Cultural programs including DJ will not be allowed during idol installation and immersion and afterwards; 14. Prasad or any food/drink will not be distributed during idol installation and immersion; 15. Not more than one vehicle will be allowed for idol immersion; 16. Not more than 4 people will be allowed during idol immersion and in the vehicle carrying the idol; 17. Idol immersion will be not be allowed only after sunset and before sunrise; 18. Idols will be installed only after grant of permission by the Authority. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended document. Please note that the Order is in Vernacular and we have translated it to the best of our understanding. Once an official translation is available, we will update in case there is a requirement. | Mandatory | Pandal committee/individual | No end date specified |
| Haryana | Haryana Government Revises Rates For Covid-19 Testing; Private Laboratories To Comply With Ceiling Limit | 25-09-2020 | The Department of Health and Family Welfare, Haryana has, in an Order dated August 28, 2020 issued the revised rates for COVID-19 testing to be followed by Private Laboratories in the State. Private laboratories are directed to not charge any amount more than the following: 1. RTPCR Testing - Rs. 1600/- Per test 2. Rapid Antigen Testing - Rs. 650/- Per test 3. IgG Based ELISA testing - Rs. 250/- Per test The ceiling price is inclusive of GST/ Taxes, cost involved in pick-up, packaging and transportation of samples, documentation and reporting. The Laboratories conducting the COVID-19 testing are also directed to adhere to the previous guidelines and SOPs in this regard and must also follow the testing protocols laid down by ICMR and Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. | Mandatory | Healthcare | No end date specified |
| Central | Nppa Caps Price For Medical Liquid Oxygen And Oxygen Inhalation (Medicinal Gas) In Cylinder | 25-09-2020 | The National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA) acknowledging the need to cap the price of Liquid Medical Oxygen ("LMO") and Medical Oxygen in cylinders to ensure uninterrupted availability of Medical Oxygen though cylinders to the hospitals and consumers has specified the maximum price for the same. Maximum Price (ex-factory) Excluding GST (Rs.)- 1. Liquid Medical Oxygen (LMO) - Rs.15.22/- per Cubic Meter 2. Oxygen Inhalation (Medicinal gas) in cylinder - Rs. 25.71*/- per Cubic Meter *Inclusive of inward transportation cost incurred for LMO up to filler Note : (a) The ex-factory price specified in respect of the drugs mentioned shall remain in force up to 31st March 2021 or until further orders, whichever is earlier. (b) The ex-factory price in respect of the drug mentioned at S. No. 2 of is in supersession of price notified at S. No. 610 of S.O. 1213(E) dated 25.03.2020. (c) Since the new rates are being notified as an emergency measure only for six months, the existing contracts for supply of Medical Oxygen made in accordance with S.O. 1213(E) dated 25.03.2020 may continue to be valid. (d) The transport cost as fixed by the State/UT Governments would be in addition to price at (a), (b) and (c) above. (e) The manufacturers not complying with the price and notes specified hereinabove shall be liable to deposit the overcharged amount along with interest thereon under the provisions of the Drugs (Prices Control) Order, 2013 read with Essential Commodities Act, 1955. (f) The price as specified in respect of the drugs mentioned in shall be applicable for domestic production and supply | Mandatory | Pharmaceutical | 31-03-2021 |
| Central | Nppa Orders Manufacturers And Re-Flliers Of Medical Oxygen To Submit Information Relating To Oxygen To The Cdsco Control Room | 24-09-2020 | National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority ("NPPA"), in an Order dated 24th September, 2020, has instructed manufacturers and re-fillers of medical oxygen to submit information on situation of capacity, stocks,production and sales of oxygen to the CDSCO Control Room on a daily basis. NPPA has informed that such manufacturers and re-fillers are required to submit such information, in the prescribed format, to the Control Room on email at oxygen-cr@gov.in, by the end of the next day. Please refer to the appended document for further details. Source: National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority | Mandatory | Manufacturers and re-fillers of medical oxygen | No end date specified |
| Central | Mca Suspends The Initiation Of Corporate Insolvency Resolution Proceedings Under Ibc Extended Till December 25, 2020 | 24-09-2020 | In a Gazette Notification dated 24th September, 2020 the Ministry of Corporate Affairs has informed that it has suspended the initiation of corporate insolvency resolution proceedings under IBC extended till December 25, 2020. | Mandatory | All | 25-12-2020 |
| Karnataka | Government Of Karnataka Revises Rates For Rt-Pcr And Rapid Antigen Testing For Covid-19 Done By Private Laboratories In The State | 24-09-2020 | The Government of Karnataka has revised the rates of RT-PCR testing and Rapid antigen testing that are charged by private laboratories for COVID-19 testing. Earlier the rate for RT-PCR testing for the samples sent by Government in private laboratories was fixed at Rs. 1,500/- and ceiling rates for private samples in private laboratories was fixed at Rs. 2,500/-. Now, the Task Force Committee has decided to revise the rates of RT-PCR test for COVID-19 as follows - 1. Rate of RT-PCR testing for the samples sent by Government in private laboratories including screening test and confirmatory test is now Rs.1,200/- per test inclusive of the cost of PPE kit; 2. Ceiling rate for private samples in private laboratories including screening test and confirmatory test is now Rs.1,600/- per test inclusive of the cost of PPE kit. Note - Testing can only be done in an ICMR approved laboratory and all conditions laid down by ICMR and State Government will apply. | Mandatory | Private Laboratories | No end date specified |
| Central | Cdsco Rolls Out Draft Guidelines For Development Of Vaccines With Special Consideration On Covid-19 Vaccines To Provide Clear Understanding Of Regulatory Requirements To Vaccine Developers | 23-09-2020 | In light of the present pandemic situation and with the aim to facilitate early development of safe, effective and quality vaccines especially COVID-19 vaccines in the country, the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) has prepared draft Guidelines for Development of Vaccines with Special Consideration of COVID-19 Vaccines ("Guidelines"). The Guidelines are developed under Drugs and Cosmetics Rules,1940 and New Drugs and Clinical Trials Rules,2019 in consideration of WHO, USFDA, and EMA guidelines. These Guidelines are dynamic and recommendatory in nature and do not override or replace statutory requirements and guidelines. | Advisory | Pharmaceutical | No end date specified |
| Central | In Light Of Covid 19 Pandemic, Dpiit Grants Permission To Peso To Introduce Iso Tank Containers For Movement Of Liquid Oxygen For Domestic Transport | 23-09-2020 | After a consultation meeting with cryogenic oxygen manufacturers the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), has permitted the Petroleum and Explosives Safety Organisation (PESO) to introduce ISO Tank Containers for movement of Liquid Oxygen for domestic transport. In light of the Covid19 pandemic, and the urgent need felt to move oxygen in sufficient quantity this will allow safe and fast movement of oxygen through road network from surplus areas to deficit areas. ISO Tank is a tank container built to the ISO standard (International Organisation for Standardisation). ISO tanks are designed to carry liquids in bulk. The tank is made of stainless steel and is surrounded by various types of protective layers.ISO tanker can carry 20 MT of liquid oxygen. Since they can carry huge amount of Oxygen at one go, ISO containers will help to translocate sufficient Oxygen to areas where required. | Advisory | Pharmaceutical | No end date specified |
| Punjab | Punjab Health And Family Welfare Department Issues Price Cap For Covid-19 Testing By Private Laboratories | 23-09-2020 | The Department of Health and Family Welfare, Punjab (Department), has through an Order dated 23rd September, 2020 issued the capping of rates for COVID 19 treatment in private laboratories in the State. The prices are fixed as follows: i. RT-PCR test for COVID-19:- Not more than Rs. 1600/-, inclusive of GST/Taxes, documentation and reporting in the State of Punjab. ii. TrueNat Test for COVID-19:- Not more than Rs. 2000/-. inclusive of GST/Taxes, documentation and reporting in the State of Punjab. iii. Cbnaat test for COVID-19: Not more than Rs. 2400/-, inclusive of GST/Taxes, documentation and reporting in the State of Punjab It is also specified that any additional cost for home collection of samples is to be fixed by individual laboratory. Further, the private laboratories must adhere to the following: a. All the testing protocols as laid down by ICMR and the Government of India and the State Government from time to time must be followed by the Private Laboratories. b. The Private Laboratories must share the data pertaining to the results of tests for COVI D-19 with State Government and uploaded on ICMR portal on timely basis. c. At the time of sampling, the identification, address and verified mobile number of the person, who is being tested, must be noted for record, as per sample referral form (SRF). d. The data should be uploaded on the RT-PCR app at the time of taking the sample. The test report should be communicated to the patient immediately after the testing is complete. e. All test results must be immediately communicated to the Civil Surgeon of the concerned district through e-mail with a copy to State IDSP cell of Punjab. f. All the private NABL & ICMR approved laboratories must ensure that information of the patient is maintained with utmost confidentiality. All the private COVID¬19 testing laboratories must preserve the RT-PCR machine generated data and graphs for future verification by the State Government. g. The laboratories must also display the specified rates in a visible manner. The previous Order on price capping for COVID-19 testing in the State is superseded. | Mandatory | Private Laboratories | No end date specified |
| Andhra Pradesh | Government Of Telangana Extends Validity Period For Layout Plan Approvals, Building Plan Approvals And Commencement Certificate/Plinth Inspection Certificate Till 31St March, 2021 | 23-09-2020 | The Government of Andhra Pradesh in order to encourage the Real Estate Sector in the State during the difficult times due to COVID-19 pandemic has extended the validity period in respect of layout plan approvals, building plan approvals and commencement certificate/plinth inspection certificate till 31st March, 2021 whose validity has expired on or after 25th March, 2020. This extension of validity is automatic without payment of any fee/charges and the concerned owner/developer need not file/apply any separate application for extension of validity period. | Mandatory | Real Estate Sector | 31-03-2021 |
| Rajasthan | Rajasthan Government Amends Unlock 4 Order Dated 30Th August, 2020; Not More Than 100 People Allowed In Gatherings | 22-09-2020 | In continuation to the Unlock 4 Guidelines, the Rajasthan Government in an Order dated 22nd September, 2020 has issued guidelines in view of social gathering in the State. The guidelines are as follows - 1. Not more than 100 people to be present in gatherings; 2. Social Distancing to be strictly followed; 3. Wearing of face masks is compulsory; 4. The organiser of events to ensure that there is proper availability of sanitizers and hand washing facilities; 5. It will be necessary to constantly clean frequently touched surfaces like door handles, etc. Violation of the above mentioned guidelines will attract heavy fines. Please note that the Order is in Vernacular and we have translated it to the best of our understanding. Once an official translation is available, we will update in case there is a requirement. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Meghalaya | Meghalaya Government Notifies Guidelines For Travellers / People Who Enter The State And Stay For Upto 3 Days | 22-09-2020 | The Health and Family Welfare Department of Meghalaya has issued guidelines / protocols for returnees / entrants to the State who wish to stay for upto 3 days in the State. The instructions are as follows - 1. Persons who enter the State with a planned duration of stay for 3 days or less need to register themselves for COVID ID on www.meghalayaonline.gov.in/covid/testing.htm; 2. Such travellers will be required to possess a valid return ticket (air / rail) and vehicle number of their vehicle if travelling by road; the travellers intending to travel by road shall mention the vehicle number that they shall return in; Note: If they possess a COVID-19 negative RT-PCR report from a recognized laboratory for which sample collection time is within 72 hours from time of arrival, they will be exempted from rapid antigen testing that is done on all entrants; 3. People will have to stay only at designated Hotels / Guest Houses approved by the government with prior booking before arrival; 4. Travellers need to keep a note of all the places they have visited and they will have to restrict their movement / meet less people; 6. Aarogya Setu App will have to be downloaded and will have to be displayed at all entry points; 7. Travellers will have to arrange their own vehicle for movements during their stay. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | In Light Of The Pandemic, Govt. Grants Extension To Sez Units W.R.T Filing Quarterly Performance Reports/ Annual Performance Reports; Extension Granted Till 31St December, 2020 | 22-09-2020 | In an Order dated 22nd September, 2020 the Special Economic Zone (SEZ) Division, Department of Commerce (Department) has granted extension in the last date for filing Quarterly Performance Reports/ Annual Performance Reports by SEZ Units/Developers/ EOUs upto 31st December, 2020. The said extension is granted in light of the hardships faced during the pandemic COVID 19. Background: The present order is issued in continuation to a previous Order dated 30th March, 2020 issued by the Department in light of the pandemic wherein relaxation was granted to SEZ Units with reference to compliances like filing of SOFTEX Form, Annual Performance Report etc . In continuation to the previous order, the present relaxation is being granted. | Mandatory | SEZ Units | 31-12-2020 |
| Central | Bis Notifies Indian Standards For Safe Working Of Organisation Under Bis Rules, 2018 | 22-09-2020 | The Bureau of Indian Standards has on 22nd September, 2020 notified Indian standard for safe working of organisation during COVID-19 Pandemic. IS 17472 : 2020 is now the Indian Standard for safe working of organisation during COVID-19 Pandemic from 21st September, 2020. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Kerala | Transport Vehicles Carrying Oxygen Will Not Require Permits During Novel Corona Virus (Covid-19) Pandemic, Upto 31St March, 2021 | 21-09-2020 | The Government of Kerala has notified that transport vehicles used exclusively for carriage of oxygen are exempted from the requirement of obtaining permits for transportation during the period of COVID-19 pandemic, upto 31st March, 2021. Such transport vehicles have been exempted from the provisions of Section 66 (1) of the Motor Vehicle Act, 1988 (on "Necessity for permits"). | Mandatory | Transport vehicles carrying oxygen | 31-03-2021 |
| Central | Spice Board Resumes Mandatory Testing Of Spices In A Phased Manner; Lifts Temporary Exemption From Testing For Ceratin Specific Products Effective October 1, 2020 | 21-09-2020 | The Spices Board (Board) has in a circular dated September 21, 2020 informed that in order to promote exports of quality and safe spices and to facilitate ease of doing business, the Board has further reviewed and streamlined the quality evaluation system for exports of spices and spice products. Accordingly, necessary changes have been incorporated in the Export Support System (ESS) online portal, to provide undisrupted quality evaluation services even during the unforeseen situations that might arise out of the COVID-19 pandemic. Further, export consignments of Ready to Eat (RTE) products in dried form, such as namkeens, snacks, pappads etc., are exempted from the requirement of mandatory testing by Spices Board. However, in the case of exports to the European Union, RTE products which have a spice content of more than 20%, will require a Health Certificate, for which testing is a pre requisite. The temporary exemption for mandatory testing of spices during the lock down period has been reviewed and the mandatory sampling and testing of spices for exports have been resumed in a phased manner, taking into consideration the COVID-19 situation. The list of spices and spice products (destination wise), which have to undergo quality evaluation / clearance by Spices Board prior to exports, during the initial phase of resumption, is given at Annexure I of the appended document. Accordingly, consignments of spices and spice products as specified in the Annexure I can be exported only with the clearance from Spices Board, with effect from 01.10.2020. Background: The Board had been undertaking mandatory testing of export consignments of select spices to select destinations as part of the Quality Evaluation System for exports. This was in line with the import requirements and regulations of the particular country/region. Such testing ensured that the export consignments of spices conform to the applicable standards and reduced the instances of export rejection, thereby boosting the exports of spices and spice products from India. In view of the COVID-19 pandemic, as a precautionary measure a temporary exemption was granted for mandatory testing of spices during the lock down period under circular No: SRD-SS/03/0002/2019 dated 26th March, 2020. Now, the present circular is resuming the quality testing for certain specified products. | Mandatory | Food Business | No End date Specified |
| Rajasthan | Rajasthan Government Issues Addendum To Unlock 4 Order Dated 30Th August, 2020; Extends Prohibition On Social / Political / Sports/ Entertainment / Academic / Cultural / Religious Functions And Large Congregations Till 31St October, 2020 | 20-09-2020 | Government of Rajasthan has issued an addendum to the Unlock 4 Order dated 30th August, 2020 (Unlock 4 Guidelines) implemented in the State for phased re-opening of activities. Following amendments have been notified to the list of prohibited activities in the Unlock 4 Guidelines: Activities prohibited outside Containment zones: The prohibition on social / political / sports / entertainment / academic cultural / religious functions and other congregations have been extended till 31st October, 2020. In the earlier Order, the above-mentioned functions and other congregations were permitted since 21st September, 2020 subject to a ceiling of 50 persons and mandatory wearing of face masks, social distancing, provision for thermal scanning and hand wash or sanitizer along with providing of prior information to concerned Sub-Divisional Magistrate (regarding such events). However, the following activities will continue to be permitted in areas outside Containment Zones: Marriage related gathering - i. Marriage related gathering have been allowed while wearing face masks and ensuring social distancing along with provisions of thermal scanning and hand wash. ii. The organizer must: a. Give prior information to the concerned SDM; b. Ensure social distancing during the functions; c. Ensure that only a maximum of 50 guests are allowed. Funerals: i. In funeral gatherings, mandatory wearing of masks, social distancing provisions must be ensured; ii. Only a maximum of 20 persons will be allowed; Penalty: Violation of any of the above-mentioned will attract heavy penalties; Note: DM and other officers must ensure that common safety precautions are ensured through fines and penal actions as per the Disaster Management Act, 2005 and the Rajasthan Epidemic Diseases Act, 2020. Please note that the concerned District Magistrate may impose further restrictions by issuing Prohibitory Order under Section 144, CRPC. | Mandatory | All | 30-09-2020 |
| Central | Used Ppes Like Face Shields, Goggles, Hazmat Suit, Plastic Coverall, Used Masks, Head Cover, Shoe Cover Etc. Generated From Covid-19 Isolation Wards At Healthcare Facilities Must Be Segregated And Sent To Common Facilities For Disposal As Per Bmwm Rules, Says Govt. | 20-09-2020 | The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, in a Press Release dated 20th September has issued the following information regarding Medical waste management during COVID-19 pandemic: 1. Used PPEs like face shields, goggles, hazmat suit, plastic coverall, used masks, head cover, shoe cover etc. generated from COVID-19 isolation wards at Healthcare Facilities must be segregated and sent to Common Facilities for disposal as per Bio-medical Waste Management Rules, 2016 (BMWM Rules). 2. However, used PPEs like masks and gloves generated in Common Households, Commercial Establishments, Institutions, etc., are required to store separately for minimum 72 hours for disposal along with solid waste after cutting or shredding. Such shredded used masks from household can be collected as dry solid waste by Urban Local Bodies (ULBs). Further, the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has developed the COVID-19 waste tracking App named COVID19BWM. Both Android Mobile and Web versions of software application were designed for waste generators, CBWTF Operators, SPCBs/PCCs and Urban Local Bodies (ULBs). Background: In light of the pandemic, disposal of bio-medical waste including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) kit worn by healthcare professionals as well as general public became a challenge. As per BMWM Rules, 2016, waste generated from Healthcare Facilities is required to be treated and disposed as per provisions under said Rules. CPCB has also prepared guidelines, which gives guidance on Handling, Treatment & Disposal of bio-medical waste in line with provisions under BMWM Rules, 2016. Further, CPCB issued separate guidelines for Handling, Treatment & Disposal of bio-medical waste generated during Treatment/Diagnosis/Quarantine of COVID-19 patients which gives guidance on management of COVID-19 related bio-medical waste including used masks and gloves. | Mandatory | Healthcare | No end date specified |
| Meghalaya | Dm, East Khasi Hills Promulgates Night Curfew In East Khasi Hills District Till 28Th September, 2020, Only For Timings Falling Between 9:00 Pm To 5:00 Am Each Day | 20-09-2020 | In view of the prevailing situation concerning COVID-19 in the state and in order to put in place preventive and mitigation measures so the pandemic of COVID-19 is contained, the District Magistrate, East Khasi Hills District in a Prohibitory Order dated on 20th September, 2020 has promulgated night curfew in East Khasi Hills District with effect from 21st September, 2020 upto 28th September, 2020, only for timings falling between 9:00 PM to 5:00 AM each day. The order will not apply to the following: 1. security forces, medical teams and officials on COVID-19 duty 2. Wholesale and retail pharmacies, police and armed force, fire and emergency service, 3. MeECL, NEEPCO and Power Grid, FCI vehicles, 4. Officers and staff of corona care centres, press, print and electronic, Information and Public Relations Department and National Highway and Infrastructure Development Corporation Ltd. The above-mentioned services have to strictly comply with all protocols and procedures including social distancing, limiting of field staff to the barest minimum and other advisories of Government in the Health and Family Welfare Department, without fail. Movement of vehicles carrying essential goods, security forces, medical equipments and shops for repair of trucks on highways are also exempted. However, drivers and attendants of the vehicles will be subjected to medical screening as per laid down protocols. Exemption granted to official and non official emergency and essential services, establishments and agencies shall not extend to containment areas declared except for exemption granted in orders. Curfew passes for timings falling between 9:00 PM to 5:00 AM with effect from 21st September, 2020 upto 28th September, 2020 can be obtained via online application at eastkhasihills.gov.in. | Mandatory | All | 28-09-2020 |
| Manipur | Manipur Government Revises Sop For Persons Returning By Airlines To The State | 19-09-2020 | The Manipur Government has issued revised Standard Operating Procedures to be observed by persons returning to the State by Airlines. The SOP is in suppression of the earlier OMS issued by the State Government. Key Highlights: 1. Air Passengers arriving with e-Pass will be allowed to leave Airport in their own / hired vehicles to report to the centres designated by the DC of home district; 2. All air passengers arriving in Imphal need to apply to the Deputy Commissioner of their home district for issue of e-Pass by indicating their personal and flight details at least two days in advance; Note: Deputy Commissioners will notify and publicize the web portal, e-mail addresses etc. where the applications can be submitted. The format to indicate the details required will also be prescribed and the e-Pass will be issued well before the arrival of the passenger. The Deputy Commissioner will also maintain proper record to monitor the arrivals, quarantine and testing; 3. Passengers arriving without the e-Pass will however continue to be ferried by MST buses for reporting to the HRD Academy or any other centre designated by DC(IW) for further dispersal to the districts; 4. Private vehicles including taxies are allowed to enter the Airport and park in the designated parking areas; 5. Vehicles transporting passengers with pre-issued e-Pass are also allowed to leave with the passenger(s); 6. Other vehicles bringing in security force personnel or construction materials are also allowed to enter provided that such vehicles do not park in the parking areas. Trucks are not allowed to be parked inside the Airport; 7. All drivers / passengers should maintain social distancing and park the vehicles with adequate gap between each other. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended document. | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Mizoram | Disaster Management And Rehabilitation Department, Mizoram Rolls Out The Standard Operating Procedure For Schools And Institutions In The State | 19-09-2020 | The Disaster Management and Rehabilitation Department, Mizoram, has on 19th September, 2020 rolled out the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for Schools and Institutions in the State. Earlier, in the Unlock 4 Guidelines, it was informed that schools and educational institutions will re-open from 21st September 2020. In light of this, the present SOP has been issued. Please note that the Order is in Vernacular and has been translated to the best of our understanding. | Mandatory | Schools and institutions | No end date specified |
| Uttarakhand | Government Of Uttarakhand Issues Guidelines W.R.T. Persons Entering The State; Effective Since 21.09.2020; Mandates Registration For All Inbound Persons On The Smart City Web Portal Prior To Travel | 19-09-2020 | The Government of Uttarakhand has issued guidelines with regard to movement of individuals with effect since 21st September, 2020 - Key Highlights: A. Inter-State Movement of Persons 1. Registration: a. All inbound persons are required to register on the smart city web portal http://smartcitydehradun.uk.gov.in prior to their travel; b. All inbound persons need to download Aarogya Setu App; c. Relevant documents will have to uploaded during the registration process on the smart city web portal; d. Every person shall follow norms of social distancing and wear masks at all times. All people will be subject to thermal checks at border check posts, airport, railway stations and border district bus stands. Note: District Adminsitration shall make arrangement for thermal screening of inbound persons at border check posts, Airports, railway stations and border district's bus stands. 2. Quarantine: a. All inbound asymptomatic persons coming for specific purpose (exam, business, industry, work, personal distress) for a duration less than 7 days can attend to their purpose while closely monitoring their own health and contact the local health authority upon developing symptoms. They will give their home / stay address in registration and the District Authorities can randomly check on such individuals. If the duration of stay is more than 7 days, then they will be placed under home or establishment quarantine for 10 days and self monitor their health. They shall adhere to norms of safety and social distancing as per the guidelines of the MoHFW; b. All asymptomatic persons who travel outside the State for a maximum duration of 5 days will be exempted from quarantine on return . But if the duration is more than 5 days then 10 day mandatory home quarantine will be required for such persons while monitoring his/ her health closely; c. All asymptomatic inbound persons will be exempted from home quarantine if they have undergone RT-PCR / TrueNAT / CBNAAT / Antigen test with negative report on return or not earlier than 96 hours before arrival to Uttarakhand border; 3. Inbound person from foreign country will undergo quarantine as per norms of MHA and MoHFW, Government of India. 4. Tourist: a. Tourists coming into the State by all modes of transportation will have to register on the smart city web portal: http://smartcitydehradun.uk.gov.in prior to their travel; b. Minimum two night of reservation is must in the hotels / homestay; c. Tourists will upload and bring RT-PCR / TrueNAT / CBNAAT / Antigen test (negative report) done not earlier than 96 hours before the arrival to Uttarakhand border. In case they are coming without negative test report they will have the option of paid Antigen testing either at border check post, airport, railway station or any other ICMR authorized COVID testing lab in the State; Note: Respective hotels may tie-up with the private labs to provide Covid test facility at their hotels on payment basis. It shall be the responsibility of the Hotels to ensure that the Covid test has been done before allowing the guests to check-in. If the person is found Covid positive, then hotel management shall intimate the District Administration immediately. B. Persons travelling from district to district within Uttarakhand will have to register on the smart city web portal http://smartcitydehradun.uk.gov.in prior to their travel; C. Persons above the age of 65, persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women and children below the age of 10 years are advised to stay at home except for essential and health purposes. D. All inbound persons and residents of Uttarakhand will strictly adhere to the norms of safety and social distancing as per MHA guidelines and State Govt. guidelines. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended document. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Nagaland | Nagaland Government Issues Specific Instructions For Reopening Of Schools And Other Institutions In The State | 18-09-2020 | In an Order dated September 18, 2020, the Government of Nagaland has issued certain instructions with regard to partial re-opening of schools for students of Classes 9 to 12 on a voluntary basis for taking guidance from their teachers and permission for skill or entrepreneurship training in institutions/centres. The Order is issued in pursuance of the SOP issued by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare for the partial re-opening of schools. As per the Order, the following activities in schools, colleges, educational, coaching and training institutions/centres will be permitted w.e.f. 21st September 2020 in the State: a) Upto 50% of teaching and non-teaching staff may be permitted to be called to the schools at a time for online teaching/ tele counselling and related work. This will be permitted in areas outside the Containment Zones only. This will be subject to strict adherence to all the provisions in the SOP enclosed as Annexure-A b) Students of classes 9 to 12 may be permitted to visit their schools only in areas outside Containment Zones, on voluntary basis, for taking guidance from their teachers This will be subject to written consent of their parents/ guardians and strict adherence to all the provisions in the SOP enclosed as Annexure-A c) Skill or Entrepreneurship training will be permitted in National Skill Training Institutes, Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs), Short term training centres registered with National Skill Development Corporation or State Skill Development Missions or other Ministries of Government of India subject to strict adherence to the SOP enclosed as Annexure-B. National Institute for Entrepreneurship and Small Business Development (NIESBUD), Indian Institute of Entrepreneurship (IIE) and their training providers will also be permitted as per the aforesaid enclosed SOP. For the SOPs under Annexure A and Annexure B, please refer to the appended document. | Advisory | Educational Institutions | No end date specified |
| Central | Ministry Of Health And Family Welfare Lays Down Procedure For Research On Vaccine | 18-09-2020 | In a Press Release dated 18th September, 2020 Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has issued the procedure for research on vaccine keeping in mind the requirements laid down by the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) along with the stages of Vaccine development as informed by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR). The procedure is as follows - 1. Identification and development of an appropriate vaccine strain which may be safe and immunogenic. 2. Full characterization of the vaccine strain by in-vitro experiments. 3. Pre-clinical studies in small animals like rats, mice, rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters etc. These are safety and dose determination studies. 4. Preclinical studies in large animals (depending upon feasibility and availability) to determine safety, protective efficacy and potential dose and formulation. 5. Phase I human clinical trials which establish the safety of the product. The numbers are usually < 100. 6. Phase II human clinical trials to determine the immunogenicity or immune protection. The numbers are usually < 1000. 7. Phase III human clinical trials to determine the efficacy. The numbers range in several thousands. After successful completion of phase III studies, regulatory approval is accorded. 8. Phase IV or post marketing surveillance studies. As per CDSCO, test license for permission for manufacture of COVID-19 Vaccine for preclinical test, examination and analysis has been granted to the following manufacturers in India: 1. M/s Serum Institute of India Pvt., Ltd., Pune 2. Ms. Cadila Healthcare Ltd., Ahmadabad 3. M/s Bharat Biotech International Ltd., Hyderabad 4. Biological E Ltd., Hyderabad 5. M/s Reliance Life Sciences Pvt Ltd., Mumbai 6. M/s Aurbindo Pharma Limited, Hyderabad 7. M/s Gennova Biopharmaceuticals Limited, Pune For a detailed read on the current trails being conducted on shortlisted vaccines for COVID-19, please refer to the appended Press Release. | Mandatory | Human health and social work activities | Manufacture of pharmaceuticals, medicinal chemical and botanical products | No end date specified |
| Central | Irdai Invites Applications For The 2Nd Cohort Of The Regulatory Sandbox Till 14Th October, 2020 Especially Those Relating To Minimizing The Impact Of Covid-19 Pandemic | 18-09-2020 | The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) through a Press Release dated 18th September, 2020 has invited applications for 2nd Cohort of the Regulatory Sandbox especially those relating to minimizing the impact of COVID-19 pandemic. The proposals relating to COVID pandemic will be processed on fast track basis. All applications must be filed on https://reg.irda.gov.in/sandbox/. | Advisory | Insurance | 14-10-2020 |
| Central | Amidst Pandemic, Sebi Extends Timeline Of Validity Of Regulatory Measures Introduced In Light Of Abnormally High Market Volatility Till 29Th October, 2020 | 18-09-2020 | The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has, in a Press Release dated 18th September, 2020, informed that following regulatory measures introduced in light of the abnormally high volatility in the stock markets owing to the prevailing COVID-19 pandemic, by the SEBI Press Release dated 20th March, 2020, will continue to be in force till 29th October, 2020. i. The Market Wide Position Limit (MWPL) have been revised to 50% of the existing levels for the purpose of introducing ban period on fresh positions and not for determining the enhanced eligibility criteria for derivatives stocks. ii. The current penalty structure adopted by the stock exchanges / clearing corporations have been enhanced to 10 times of the minimum and 5 times of the maximum penalties specified by the stock exchanges / clearing corporations, to function as an effective deterrent in the current market context. iii. The margin for stocks has been increased for meeting the above-mentioned criteria for MWPL. iv. Margin for Non-F&O Stocks in Cash Market has been increased. v. Position limits in equity index derivatives (futures and options) have been revised. vi. The dynamic price bands can now be flexed only after a cooling-off period of 15 minutes from the time of meeting the existing criteria specified by stock exchanges for flexing. Please refer to the appended documents for further details. Source: Securities and Exchange Board of India | Mandatory | All | 29-10-2020 |
| Central | Government Of India Allows Free Inter-State Movement Of Medical Oxygen | 18-09-2020 | The Government of India, in an Order dated 18th September, 2020, in light of the need of medical oxygen during the prevailing COVID-19 pandemic, informed that: i. No restriction would be imposed on the movement of medical oxygen between states and the transport authorities shall be instructed to accordingly allow free inter-state movement of oxygen carrying vehicles. ii. No restriction or limits would be imposed on oxygen manufacturers and suppliers to limit the supply of oxygen only to the hospitals of the states in which they are located; and iii. There will no restriction on the movement of oxygen carrying vehicles into the cities, without any restrictions on timings, enabling inter-city supply without restriction Please refer to the appended document for further details. | Mandatory | Oxygen manufacturers and suppliers | No end date specified |
| Haryana | Haryana Government Issues Information Regarding Capping Of Rates For Covid 19 Treatment In Private Medical Colleges And Hospitals Of Haryana | 18-09-2020 | The Director General Health Services, Haryana (Department), has through a Memo dated 18th September, 2020 issued information regarding capping of rates for COVID 19 treatment in private Medical Colleges and Hospitals of Haryana. The Department has informed that after due consideration, the State Government has decided that the following rates (which were mentioned by the Department in an Order dated 25th June, 2020) will apply to residents of Haryana only. Hospital rates per patient per day of admission: 1. Non-NABH accredited Hospitals: a. Isolation beds (including supportive care and oxygen)- Rs. 8000. b. ICU without Ventilator care- Rs. 13000/- c. ICU with Ventilator care (Non-invasive/ invasive)- Rs. 15000/- 2. JCI/NABH accredited (including Entry level NABH) Hospitals: a. Isolation beds (including supportive care and oxygen)- Rs. 10000/-. b. ICU without Ventilator care- Rs. 15000/- c. ICU with Ventilator care (Non-invasive/ invasive)- Rs. 8000/- Background: In a previous order dated 25th June, 2020 the Department had determined the Hospital rates per patient per day of admission. Now, with the present Memo, the Department is clarifying that these rates will apply to residents of Haryana only. | Mandatory | Private Medical Colleges and Hospitals | No end date specified |
| Central | Esic Issues Fresh Instructions For Submission Of Claims For Unemployment Benefit Under Atal Beemit Kalyan Yojana; Now Claims Can Be Directly Submitted To The Designated Esic Branch Office | 17-09-2020 | By a Press Release dated 17th September, 2020, ESIC has issued instructions for submission of claims by the affected workers to claim relief under the Atal Beemit Kalyan Yojna in which relief is to be paid to those ESI members who lost their job during the COVID-19 pandemic. Claims for relief can be made online at website www.esic.in along with submission of the physical claim with an affidavit, photocopy of Aadhaar Card and Bank Account details to the designated ESIC Branch Office by post or in person. The relief will be paid directly to the bank accounts of the workers. Under the existing guidelines, claim for the unemployment benefit was required to be submitted through the employer but now it can be directly submitted to the designated ESIC Branch Office. Background: The Scheme of Atal Beemit Kalyan Yojana was extended for another one year from 1st July, 2020 to 30th June, 2021 and the scheme enhanced the rate of unemployment relief to 50% of wages from earlier rate of 25% along with relaxation of eligibility conditions for insured workers who have lost their employment due to COVID-19 pandemic and related lockdown. The enhanced benefit and relaxed conditions are applicable during the period 24th March 2020 to 31st December 2020 | Mandatory | Unemployed ESI members | 31-12-2020 |
| Chhattisgarh | Complete Lockdown Orders Issued For Urban Bodies Of Durg, Bhilai, Bhilai Charoda, Risali, Jamul, And Kumhari In Chhattisgarh From 20Th September, 2020 Till 30Th September, 2020; Certain Activities Exempted From Lockdown | 17-09-2020 | In view of rising COVID-19 cases in Durg District, Chhattisgarh, the District Magistrate Durg District has Ordered complete lockdown in Urban bodies of Durg, Bhilai, Bhilai Charoda, Risali, Jamul, and Kumhari from 20th September, 2020 till 30th September, 2020. The guidelines issued in this respect are as follows - 1. All private offices, semi Government/Government offices under the State and Central Government will continue to function as per existing guidelines. 2. All educational institutions/coaching institutes/tuition will remain closed and only admission process and online classes will be allowed. 3. Cinema halls, swimming pools, amusement parks, tourist spots, clubs, gyms, theatres and other such places will remain closed. 4. Prayers can be performed in religious places as per instructions issued earlier but religious/cultural/social programs will be restricted. 5. Transport services like autos, taxis, rickshaws etc. are restricted. 6. Inter-district and inter-state bus transport services will be operational. 7. Vehicles that transport masks, sanitizers, ATM vehicles, and other essential goods are allowed. 8. All health services (hospitals, clinics, medical colleges) will continue to operate normally. 9. The following shops/establishments will remain open - a. Shops for vegetables, meat, fruit etc. will remain open from 5 am till 10 am; b. Dairy shops will remain open from 6 am to 8 am and from 5 pm till 7 pm; c. Restaurants and hotels (no takeaway) will remain open from 10 am to 10 pm; d. Diesel/Petrol pump, LPG/CNG will remain open till 3 pm; e. Drug stores, medical shops and optical stores will have no restrictions. 10. All liquor stores will remain closed, however, home delivery will be allowed. 11. All dhabas located in mentioned Urban Areas of the District will remain completely closed, takeaway is also not allowed. However, home delivery is allowed as per schedule. 12. Milk plants can continue to function and milk vendors distributing milk at home are allowed for all days from 6 am to 9:30 am and 5 pm to 7 pm. 13. Hotels can operate normally. 14. All units operating factories, construction and labour works in the District will continue to operate. 15. Shop keepers to display the time limit for opening and closing of shops. 16. It is mandatory for merchants to keep masks in their shops and distribute them to customers who don't have masks. In addition to this, it is mandatory to keep sanitizer in the shops for use by all customers and staff. 17. Spitting after eating gutka, pan etc. in public places is banned. 18. Ban on any kind of gathering will continue like before. 19. Industrial institutes or factories in the District which have continuous production process will continue to operate by following all norms laid down by the Government. 20. E-commerce supply of medicines and all essential commodities are allowed. 21. IT/ITeS, ATM, internet services, electronic media, transportation/storage facility etc. will continue to operate uninterruptedly. 22. Agricultural activities will continue to operate normally. The authorities have also specified that: 1. All citizens coming from abroad/other states who are under quarantine will have to follow quarantine norms strictly. Not following norms will attract action against violators under Section 188 of IPC, 1860. 2. If any shop/establishment fails to follow the instructions under this Order, that shop/establishment will be sealed for 15 days immediately. 3. Any person violating the instructions will be punished under Section 188 of the IPC, 1860. Please note that the Order is in Vernacular and we have translated it to the best of our understanding. Once an official translation is available, we will update in case there is a requirement. | Mandatory | All | 30-09-2020 |
| Gujarat | Government Of Gujarat Fixes Maximum Amount For Rt-Pcr/Truenat/Cbnaat Tests Done By Laboratories; Maximum Rs. 1500/- To Be Charged If Patient Goes To The Lab And Rs. 2000/- If Sample Is Collected From Home | 17-09-2020 | The Health and Family Welfare Department, Government of Gujarat in an Order dated 17th September, 2020 has revised maximum rates for COVID-19 testing (RT-PCR/TrueNAT/CBNAAT) by laboratories. Going forward, if a patient goes to a laboratory for COVID-19 testing and gives his sample for testing, then a maximum amount of Rs. 1500/- will be charged. In addition to this, if sample of the patient is collected from his home by laboratory technicians then a maximum amount of Rs. 2000/- will be charged. This amount will include all expenses. Further, if a laboratory charges more than the amount mentioned in this Order for RT-PCR/TrueNAT/CBNAAT test then that laboratory's license will be revoked. Please note that the Order is in Vernacular and we have translated it to the best of our understanding. Once an official translation is available, we will update in case there is a requirement. | Mandatory | Laboratories | No end date specified |
| Central | Ministry Of Civil Aviation Permits Rt-Pcr Testing (For Covid-19) At Entry Points Of Airports On Pilot Basis To Facilitate Transfer Of International Passengers | 16-09-2020 | Ministry of Civil Aviation has permitted RT-PCR testing for COVID-19 at airport entry on pilot basis in order to facilitate transfer of international passengers. Guidelines for testing are as follows - 1. Airport Operator will create Sample Collection and Waiting Lounge facility for RT-PCR testing; 2. Such Waiting Lounge for RT-PCR testing to be located away from the Operational area and all sanitization and social distancing related guidelines issued by Ministry of Health and Family Welfare will be implemented there. In addition, there should be no unauthorized access and basic necessary amenities will have to be provided to the passengers like Wifi, F&B options, washrooms etc. and it should also have cashless options for making payments with regard to testing and various amenities etc; 3. Airport Operator to provide option to the passengers to either stay at the Waiting Lounge awaiting the test results or proceed to designated Hotels for isolating themselves till the test results are made available; 4. Protocols issued by ICMR and NABL to be strictly followed for sample collection; 5. Passengers to do online booking of the RT-PCR test through respective websites or other appropriate online platforms; 6. Passport of the passenger will be retained by the State authority at the Sample Collection cum Waiting Lounge till the test results are available; 7. If the test result is negative, the passenger will be permitted to exit the Waiting Lounge and proceed towards the Departure area to catch the connecting flight. However, if the result is positive, then the passenger will be processed in line with applicable ICMR protocols by the State authorities; 8. No passenger will be allowed to make an unauthorized exit. | Mandatory | Airport Operator | No end date specified |
| Maharashtra | Dcp Greater Mumbai Imposes Order U/S 144 Cr.Pc To Limit The Spread Of Covid-19 Virus; This Move Is In Continuation Of Mission Begin Again; Order Gains Effect From 17.09.2020 Till 30.09.2020 | 16-09-2020 | The Deputy Commissioner of Police in Greater Mumbai has issued an Order under Section 144 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 to restrict any presence or movement in public places or gathering of any sort anywhere with a view to prevent further spread of the COVID-19 virus in the areas under the control of Commissioner of Police, Greater Mumbai; effective from 17th September, 2020 till 30th September, 2020. The following measures have been implemented with immediate effect: 1. All movement of one or more persons in the areas designated as Containment Zone by the Municipal Authorities is prohibited except for essential activities, supply of essential goods and medical emergencies; 2. All movement of one or more persons in the city is prohibited except for medical emergencies and for the following exempted activities: a. Emergency duties; b. Establishments providing essential services like: i. IT and IT enabled Services and Data Centres providing services for Critical National and International Infrastructure; ii. E-commerce activity for essential and non-essential items and materials; iii. Services providing home delivery of food, groceries and essential commodities; iv. Hospital and healthcare institutions, medical / nursing colleges etc. v. Telephone and internet services; vi. Ports; vii. Media; viii. Banking, stock exchange, clearing corporation, stock brokers etc.; ix. Food, vegetables, milk, ration / groceries stores; x. Electricity, petroleum, oil and energy related; xi. Drinking water supply and maintenance; xii. Godowns and warehousing including transportation and manpower related services for all of the above-mentioned. c. Government / Semi Government agencies and their officials on duty. d. The activities exempted under Government of Maharashtra Order No. DMU/2020/ CR.92/ DisM-1, dated 31st August 2020 (discussed in trailing e-mail) and other such Orders issued for the implementation of COVID-19 lockdown guidelines. Note Social distancing (minimum of 6 feet) will be strictly followed at all times. Please note that we are sharing this information basis news reports. The official copy of the order is awaited to establish the validity and authenticity of the information shared. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Bihar | Bihar Pcb Revises Time Period For Consent Granted To Stone Crusher Units In The State; Time Period Extended Based On Their Daily Capacity (C.F.T./Day) | 16-09-2020 | The Bihar State Pollution Control Board by an Order dated 16th September, 2020 has revised the consent conditions for stone crusher units in the State based on their daily capacity (c.f.t./day). This is being done in view of COVID-19 pandemic, the stone crusher units are unable to comply by the existing consent conditions and they have demanded for an extension. The extension granted are as follows - 1. Upto 600 c.f.t./day - till 31st December, 2020; 2. Above 600 c.f.t./day upto 2000 c.f.t./day - till 30th November, 2020; 3. Above 2000 c.f.t./day - till 31st October, 2020. Please note that the Order is in Vernacular and we have translated it to the best of our understanding. Once an official translation is available, we will update in case there is a requirement. | Mandatory | Stone crusher units | Different timeline for separate actions |
| Maharashtra | Maharashtra Labour Welfare Board Further Relaxes The Timeline For Accepting Online Contribution To The Maharashtra Labour Welfare Fund In View Of The Continued Impact Of Covid-19 Pandemic | 15-09-2020 | In light of the continued impact of COVID-19 pandemic, the Maharashtra Labour Welfare Board (Board) has granted further extension with regard to making online contribution to the Maharashtra Labour Welfare Fund for the period ending June 2020. Earlier the last date for accepting online contribution had been extended to August 15, 2020 and then again to September 15, 2020. Now, the Board has recently in a pop up notice on its home page at https://public.mlwb.in/public informed that the last date for payment of contribution is extended till September 30, 2020. The actual date for payment of contribution for the half-year ended June 30 is July 15. | Mandatory | All | 30-09-2020 |
| Central | Mca Reiterates That The Fresh Start Scheme, 2020 Will Enable In Condoning The Delay In Timely Filing Of The Annual Return, Financial Statement, Various Other Statements, Documents, Returns Etc. On The Mca 21 Electronic Registry Within Prescribed Time Limits Under The Companies Act, 2013 | 15-09-2020 | In a Press Release dated 15th September, 2020, the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has informed that after considering the various representations of stakeholders and the impact of COVID-19 pandemic, in order to facilitate defaulting companies to make a fresh start on a clean slate by filing documents required to be filed under the Companies Act, 2013 and Rules made thereunder on the MCA21 registry, MCA vide General Circular no.12/2020 dated 30.03.2020, launched a scheme named Companies Fresh Start Scheme, 2020 (CFSS-2020) condoning the delay in timely filing of the Annual Return, Financial Statement, various other statements, documents, returns etc. which are required to be filed on the MCA21 electronic registry within prescribed time limits under the Companies Act, 2013. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Ministry Of Corporate Affairs Has Taken Certain Steps To Provide Incentives/Relaxation/Concession To Companies/Llps During The Covid-19 Lockdown Period | 14-09-2020 | In view to reduce the burden of companies/LLPs during COVID-19 pandemic in our country, Ministry of Corporate Affairs has taken steps to provide several incentives/relaxation/concession during the Lockdown period. The incentives/relaxation/concession granted are as follows - 1. Introducing Companies Fresh Start Scheme 2020 (CFSS) to enable companies to file documents without additional fees, grating immunity from prosecutions proceeding, etc. 2. Introducing LLP Settlement Scheme, 2020 providing similar benefits as CFSS 2020 for the benefits of LLPs. 3. Introducing Special Provisions for enabling conduct of Board and General Meetings through Video conferences by Corporates. 4. Introducing Special provisions for filings under section 124 &125 r/w IEPFA (Accounting, Audit, Transfer and Refund) Rules 2016. 5. Introducing Special Relaxation in holding of General Meeting by Companies whose Financial Year ended on 31st December 2019 and holding it through Video conferences. 6. Allowing corporates for spending CSR funds for various activities which includes Healthcare, sanitation and disaster management. In addition to all of the above, a general extension of 3 months to hold Annual General Meeting for the Financial year 2019-2020 beyond 30.09.2020 has been granted to all about 12 lakhs companies without any requirement to file any application of the form and without payment of fee. | Mandatory | Companies, LLPs | Different timeline for separate actions |
| Central | The Ministry Of Labour And Employment Issues Information Regarding Launch Of Virtual Hearing In Quasi-Judicial Cases Under Epf & Mp Act, 1952 | 14-09-2020 | The Ministry of Labour and Employment (Ministry), in a Press Release dated 14th September, 2020 has informed that the launch of virtual hearing in quasi-judicial cases under EPF & MP Act, 1952 has now heralded an era of providing expeditious and affordable adjudication. This is part of a series of initiatives taken by EPFO to improve the ease of doing business, a new facility for conducting virtual hearing in quasi-judicial cases by use of secure IT applications, which was launched by Sh. Santosh Kumar Gangwar, Minister of State (I/C), Labour and Employment in 227th meeting of Central Board of Trustees, Employees Provident Fund, conducted virtually on 9th September 2020. In order to facilitate this, virtual hearing utilities have been integrated with EPFOs e-Court process on Compliance e-Proceedings Portal (https://eproceedings.epfindia.gov.in). This will facilitate issue of e-notices, real time recording of proceedings and communication of orders. Case status including the daily and final orders will now be accessible to all parties on the portal. Background: With the outbreak of COVID-19 pandemic and need to practice social distancing restrictions, virtual hearings are being conducted in most of the district and sessions courts. This is as per the guidelines of Honble Supreme Court of India and the concerned High Courts to ensure timely disposal of the cases during pandemic. In the same spirit and with a view to provide expeditious and affordable adjudication to its establishments and subscribers, hearings under sections 7A and 14B of Employees Provident Funds & Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952, will be conducted in virtual mode. | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Telangana | Telangana Government Provides Further Extension To Grace Period For Payment Of Motor Vehicles Advance Tax For Quarter Ending 30Th June, 2020 And 30Th September, 2020 Till 30Th September, 2020 | 14-09-2020 | The Transport, Roads and Buildings Department, Telangana Government by an Order dated 14th September, 2020 has provided a further extension to the grace period for payment of Motor Vehicle advance tax for quarter ending 30th June, 2020 and 30th September, 2020 till 30th September, 2020. No penalty will be levied on Motor Transport Vehicles during this grace period under the Telangana Motor Vehicles Taxation Act, 1963. | Mandatory | All | 30-09-2020 |
| Central | Bill Of The Epidemic Diseases (Amendment) Act, 2020 (bill) Which Seeks To Replace The Epidemic Diseases (Amendment) Ordinance, 2020 (ordinance) Has Been Introduced In The Rajya Sabha | 14-09-2020 | In a Gazette Notification dated 14th September, 2020, it has been informed that the Bill of the Epidemic Diseases (Amendment) Act, 2020 (Bill) to replace the Epidemic Diseases (Amendment) Ordinance, 2020 (Ordinance) was introduced in the Rajya Sabha on the same day (i.e. 14th September, 2020). The Bill, once gains effect will be deemed to be effective since 22nd day of April, 2020. Background: In the light of the emergency situation owing to COVID-19 pandemic, the Ministry of Law and Justice had through a Notification dated 22nd April 2020, promulgated the Epidemic Diseases (Amendment) Ordinance, 2020 (Ordinance) to amend the Epidemic Diseases Act 1897 (Act). Now, the Bill to replace the Ordinance has been introduced in the Rajya Sabha. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Haryana Government Directs Public And Private Hospitals To Dedicate 35% Beds For Covid-19 Patients | 14-09-2020 | The District Magistrate of Gurugram ("Office") has directed all public and private hospitals to ensure that at least 35% of their bed capacity are dedicated for COVID-19 cases with adequate availability of human resources and logistics (drugs, consumables, ICU etc.). The Office has further directed that such information regarding patients and no. of beds available, has to be updated on a daily basis on the link :https://onemapggm.gmda.gov.in/ (HR Heal Tab). For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order | Mandatory | Hospitals | No end date specified |
| Meghalaya | District Magistrate Of East Khasi Hills District, Meghalaya Promulgates Order To Implement Night Curfew From 9:00 Pm To 5:00 Am Everyday; Effective Since 14Th September 2020 Till 21St September 2020 | 13-09-2020 | The District Magistrate of East Khasi Hills District has promulgated an Order under Section 144 of the CrPC to implement "Night Curfew" between 9:00 pm to 5:00 am in the East Khasi Hills District since 14th September upto 21st September, 2020. Curfew passes will need to be obtained via online application at eastkhasihills.gov.in. The Night Curfew Order will not be applicable to the following - 1. Security Forces; 2. Medical Teams and officials on COVID-19 duty; 3. Wholesale and Retail Pharmacies; 4. Police and Armed Forces; 5. Fire & Emergency Service; 6. MeECL, NEEPCO & Power Grid; 7. FCI vehicles; 8. Officers and Staff of Corona Care Centres; 9. Information & Public Relations Department; 10. National Highways & Infrastructure Development Corporation Ltd (NHIDCL). In addition to this, movement of vehicles carrying essential goods, security forces, medical equipments and shops for repair of trucks on highways are exempted. However, drivers and attendants of the vehicles will have to be screened as per protocols. All services which are exempted will have to comply with all protocols and procedures including social distancing, limiting of field staff to the barest minimum and other advisories of Government in the Health and Family Welfare Department. However, exemptions granted to all these services will not extend to Containment Zones (Please refer to Annexure-I for a list of Containment Zones). | Mandatory | All | 21-09-2020 |
| Meghalaya | District Magistrate Of East Khasi Hills In Meghalaya Notifies Guidelines To Implement Prohibitions On Certain Activities In The District; Effective Since 14Th September, 2020 Up To 21St September, 2020, Between 5 Am To 9 Pm | 13-09-2020 | The District Magistrate of East Khasi Hills in Meghalaya has issued an Order to prohibit the following activities upto 21st September, 2020 for timings falling between 05:00 am to 09:00 pm on a daily basis in all of East Khasi Hills District including Shillong Urban Agglomeration and Civil Sub-Divisions of Sohra / Pynursla and C&RD Blocks: 1. Any assembly or gathering without due permission; 2. Operation of unregulated major markets (iew heh/ iew die lang) and unregulated shopping complexes; 3. Border Haats and markets located in the inter-State borders; 4. Operation of all cinema halls, swimming pools, entertainment parks, theatres, bars and auditorium, assembly halls and similar recreational places; 5. All forms of contact sports, competitive sports events and spectators in Sports grounds and stadia; Note: Permission for training etc as per SOPs of Sports and Youth Affairs Department may be granted after due application to this office and satisfaction of all conditions; 6. Operation of Educational Institutions, training centres and coaching classes (tuitions) barring online / distance learning; 7. Opening of religious places / places of worship of all faiths including religious gatherings and congregation; 8. Marriage Rituals in places of worship as per Government Guidelines is permitted only after obtaining prior permission from this Office. 9. All forms of large public gathering and congregation including social, political, entertainment, academic, cultural, religious functions, etc., without permission from this Office. 10. Moving in public, work places and during transport without a Mask; 11. Spitting in public places; 12. Consumption of liquor, paan, gutka, tobacco, etc in public places; 13. Incoming additional workforce from outside the State EXCEPT for skilled highly, skilled, specialized professionals & technicians as regulated by instructions of Political Department, Government of Meghalaya vide various Letters and SOP which are annexed with the present Order. General Instructions: 1. Employers for all forms of activities including shops, services, establishments, agricultural, industrial, etc must ensure that Aarogya Setu Application and Behavioural Change management App is installed and utilized by all their employees, without fail, with due monitoring; 2. Operation of permitted shops, services, establishments, agricultural, industrial and commercial activities must strictly adhere to the prescribed Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and National Directives of Government for COVID-19 Management in Public Places and Work Places including mandatory compliance to the Advisories of Health and Family Welfare Department, without fail; 3. Every individual must maintain social distancing of at least six feet, wear masks and follow respiratory etiquette along with other protocols and advisories of the Government in the Health and Welfare Department, at all times; 4. In addition to the prohibitions listed above, the public shall strictly comply, without fail with the measures mandated for Containment Areas (List of Containment Areas with restricted exemptions are provided in Annexure-D); 5. Individuals must maintain a minimum distance of 6 feet / 2 metres in public places; 6. Funeral / Last rites related gatherings are permitted, subject to the number of guest not exceeding 20 (twenty); 7. Wedding ceremonies will be allowed in religious places/places of worship and the number of guest shall not exceed one-third of the seating capacity or 50 (fifty) guests, whichever is less inclusive of the host and the Authority/s presiding over the wedding. However wedding receptions are suspended, till further orders; 8. Persons above 65 years of age, persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women and children below the age of 10 years in public places are advised to stay at home, except for meeting essential requirements and for health purposes; 9. 50 % of private and public transport will operate in East Khasi Hills District as per the following Orders: i. Order No.C&S.7/2020/Vol.VII/78, Dated 2nd June, 2020. (Odd - Even arrangements Annexure-F). ii. Order No.C&S.7/2020/Vol.VII/91 Dated 3rd June, 2020. (seating capacity at Annexure-G) iii. Order No.C&S.7/2020/Vol.VII/205, Dated 4th June, 2020. (Exemption from odd- even arrangements at Annexure-H). 10. Movement of vehicles and other traffic arrangements will be prepared and regulated by the office of the Superintendent of Police, East Khasi Hills District, Shillong. Inter-District movement of persons is permitted; 11. Inter-State movement of persons will be strictly as per notifications by the Government of Meghalaya from time to time. Note: Passes for all forms of all inter-State movement to and from East Khasi Hills district shall only be issued by the District Magistrate. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order | Mandatory | All | 21-09-2020 |
| Tamil Nadu | Petrol Pumps Which Were Permitted To Function From 6:00Am To 8:00Pm In The State Are Now Permitted To Function From 6:00Am To 10:00Pm; Informs Tamil Nadu Government | 12-09-2020 | In a Notification dated 12th September, 2020, the Revenue and Disaster Management Department, Tamil Nadu (Department) has informed that petrol pumps which were permitted to function from 6:00am to 8:00pm in the State are now permitted to function from 6:00am to 10:00pm. Background: Previously, through an Order dated 31st August, 2020 the Tamil Nadu Government had implemented lockdown in the State till 30th September, 2020. However, on receiving requests to allow petrol pumps to function till 10:00pm so that more services can be rendered to the people, and avoid crowding at retail outlets, the Department, through the present Notification has added the abovementioned clause to the list of permitted activities in the State. For a detailed read of the Notification, please refer to the attached document. | Mandatory | Petrol pumps | 30-09-2020 |
| Central | Mohfw Urges States / Uts To Ensure That Restriction Is Not Imposed On Inter-State Movement Of Medical Oxygen | 11-09-2020 | The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare ("Ministry") has urged the States / UTs to ensure that restriction is not imposed on the inter-State movement of medical oxygen and re-iterated that it is every State's responsibility to ensure that all hospitalized COVID patients receive oxygen. The Ministry has also added that medical oxygen is an Essential Health Commodity and therefore supply of the same should be free and without any hindrance. Background: The Union Health Ministry found out that some States are trying to curb the free inter-State movement of oxygen supplies by exercising provisions under various Acts and also mandating the manufacturers / suppliers located in the State to restrict their oxygen supplies to only the hospitals of the State. Therefor e, the Government has urged all States to not impose any restriction to the movement of Medical Oxygen between States. | Mandatory | Medical Oxygen suppliers | No end date specified |
| Central | Directorate General Of Shipping Rolls Out Faqs On Certification And Training In Covid Times | 11-09-2020 | The Director General of Shipping, has notified a list of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding Certification and Training in COVID Times. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended FAQs. | Mandatory | Shipping | No end date specified |
| Gujarat | Gujarat Health Department Issues Directions To Oxygen Production Units In Order To Address Patient Management In Terms Of Oxygen Supply And Increasing Demand Of Medical Oxygen | 10-09-2020 | The Health and Family Welfare Department, Government of Gujarat has issued the following directions to the oxygen production units in Gujarat in order to address patient management in terms of Oxygen supply and the increasing demand of Medical Oxygen: 1. Oxygen production units must ensure that production of Oxygen is uninterrupted and as per their maximum production capacity; 2. 50% of production to be used only for medical Oxygen and to be supplied to the hospitals in Gujarat; 3. Production units can divert only up to 50 % of Oxygen to industrial use; 4. Priority must be given to supply of oxygen to hospitals over industries in case need arises even if the proportion of Medical Oxygen goes beyond 50% Please note that the guidelines will be effective till 10th October, 2020. Background: In light of the increasing cases of COVID-19, supply of Medical Oxygen is crucial to the management of patients as the consumption of oxygen is going up exponentially. Furthermore, with the nationwide implementation of Unlock, industries are also starting operations which may adversely affect the supply of medical oxygen to hospitals. In light of the above-mentioned circumstances, in order to regularize the circulation and supply of Oxygen from production units located within the State of Gujarat, the present notification has been issued. | Mandatory | Oxygen production units | 10-10-2020 |
| West Bengal | West Bengal Government Lifts 12Th September, 2020 Lockdown In View Of Neet Exams; Complete Lockdown Scheduled On 11Th September, 2020 Will Be Observed | 10-09-2020 | The West Bengal Government has revoked complete lockdown for September 12, 2020 (Saturday) as was imposed under the previous Order. The Government had received several requests from the student community to lift the lockdown on September 12, 2020 so that persons travelling to exam centres for the NEET exams do not face any issues. The NEET exams are scheduled to be held on September 13, 2020. Accordingly, the present decision has been taken to lift the lockdown. It has also been clarified that the state wide lockdown scheduled for September 11, 2020 will remain in place and the restrictions must be observed. We are sharing this information basis the tweet on the official Twitter Handle of the Chief Minister of West Bengal. We are keeping a close watch on the official website and will apprise you as soon as the order is up in the public domain. | Mandatory | All | 44086 |
| Central | Mca Relaxes Timeline For Filing Form Cra-4 (Cost Audit Report) For Fy 2019-20 In View Of Continued Impact Of Covid-19 Pandemic | 10-09-2020 | Pursuant to various representations being received from stakeholders, the Ministry of Corporate Affairs has in a Circular dated September 10, 2020, provided relaxations with regard to the filing of Form CRA-4 (form for filing of cost audit report) for the Financial Year (FY) 2020 due to the continued impact of COVID-19 pandemic. 1. If the Cost Audit Report for the financial year 2019-20 is submitted by the cost auditor to the Board of Directors of the companies by 30th November, 2020 it would not be considered as violation of the timeline period of 180 days from close of FY (as per Rule 6(5) of Companies (Cost Records and Audit) Rules, 2014*). Accordingly, the cost audit report in e-form CRA-4 for the financial year ended on 31st March, 2020 can be filed by companies within 30 days from the date of receipt of the copy of the cost audit report by the company. 2. In case a company has availed extension of time for holding their Annual General Meeting then e¬form CRA-4 may be filed within the resultant extended period of filing financial statements. * Rule 6(5) Every cost auditor shall forward his duly signed report to the Board of Directors of the company within a period of one hundred and eighty days from the closure of the financial year to which the report relates and the Board of Directors shall consider and examine such report, particularly any reservation or qualification contained therein."; | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Mizoram | Partial Lockdown Measures Will Be Implemented In The Public Places In Aizawl Municipal Area With Effect From 00:00 Hours Of 11Th September, 2020 Till 23:59 Hours Of 17Th September, 2020; Informs Mizoram Government | 10-09-2020 | In an Order dated 10th September, 2020, the Government of Mizoram has informed that partial lockdown measures will be implemented in the public places in Aizawl Municipal Area with effect from 00:00 hours of 11th September, 2020 till 23:59 hours of 17th September, 2020. For a detailed read of the Guidelines for partial lockdown, please refer to the attached document. Please note that the document is in Vernacular and we have translated it to the best of our understanding. | Mandatory | All | 17-09-2020 |
| Central | Ministry Of Health And Family Welfare Issues Revised Sop On Preventive Measures To Be Followed While Conducting Examinations To Contain Spread Of Covid-19 | 10-09-2020 | The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has issued revised SOP on preventive measures to be followed while conducting examinations to contain spread of COVID-19. General Preventive measures - 1. Physical distancing of at least 6 feet to be followed as far possible; 2. Use of face covers/masks to be made mandatory; 3. Practice frequent hand washing with soap (for at least 40-60 seconds) even when hands are not visibly dirty. Use of alcohol-based hand sanitizers (for at least 20 seconds) can be made wherever feasible; 4. Respiratory etiquette to be strictly followed with the practice of covering one's mouth and nose while coughing/sneezing with a tissue / handkerchief / flexed elbow and disposing off used tissues properly; 5. Self-monitoring of health by all and reporting any illness at the earliest; 6. Spitting shall be strictly prohibited; 7. Installation & use of Aarogya Setu App; All Universities / Educational Institutions / Examination Conducting Authorities / Examination centers to specifically ensure the following arrangements: 1. Only those examination centers which are outside the containment zone shall be allowed to function. Staff/examinees from containment zones shall not be permitted. 2. Universities / Educational Institutions / Examination Conducting Authorities / Examination centers may plan out the examination schedule in a staggered manner so as to avoid overcrowding at any examination center on any day. 3. Institutions to have adequate room capacity to ensure proper social distancing during examination. 4. Appropriate arrangements for personal protection gears like face covers/masks and other logistic like hand sanitizers, soap etc to be made available by the institutions. 5. Exam functionary and examinees will need to submit self-declaration about health status at the time of entrance to the examination centre. 6. Provisions must be made for display of Posters/standees/AV media on preventive measures about COVID-19 prominently at the examination center (outside and inside). 7. The examination center should have a designated isolation room for isolating any person who is found symptomatic at the time of screening or during examination, till such time medical advice may be sough. 8. If any transportation is arranged by educational institutions conducting examinations then proper sanitization of buses/other transport vehicles will have to be ensured. 9. Entrances to have mandatory hand hygiene and thermal screening provisions. If any examination functionary/examinee fails to meet the self-declaration criteria, they shall not be allowed entry. 10. High risk (older employees, pregnant employees and employees who have underlying medical conditions) will not be deployed for invigilation/conduct of examination. 11. Use of spit/saliva for counting/distributing sheets shall not be allowed. 12. Record of all exam functionaries/examinees shall be maintained in the system for future reference and traceability. 13. For online/computer based examination, the systems shall be disinfected using alcohol wipes before and after conduct of examination. 14. Examination hall and other common areas shall be sanitized each time before and after examination. SOPs to be followed when there is a suspected COVID case or a person who develops symptoms during the conduct of examination 1. Place the ill person in a room or area where they are isolated from others. 2. The person will remain isolated while wearing a mask/face cover till such time he/she is examined by a doctor. 3. If symptoms deteriorate, inform the nearest medical facility (hospital/clinic) or call the state or district helpline. 4. A risk assessment shall be undertaken by the designated public health authority (district RRT/treating physician) and accordingly further action be initiated regarding management of case, his/her contacts and need for disinfection. 5. Disinfection of the premises to be taken up if the person is found positive. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended SOP. | Mandatory | Universities, Educational Institutions, Examination Conducting Authorities, Examination centers | No end date specified |
| Assam | Assam Health Department Exempts Requirement For 10 Days Mandatory Quarantine For People Travelling To Any Location Outside The State And Coming Back Within 96 Hours Of Departure | 10-09-2020 | The Health and Family Welfare Department, Government of Assam (Government) has issued an Order to exempt persons from the requirement of 10 days mandatory quarantine, upon travelling to any location outside the State and coming back within 96 hours of departure. This Order supersedes all the earlier Orders on quarantine of persons arriving in Assam with effect since 10th September 2020. The Order No. HLB 111/2020/340 dated 8th August 2020 (attached) regarding travel of Hon'ble Ministers/ officials of the Government of Assam will continue to be in force. The following are the conditions subject to which the exemption will be available: a. The person will have to undergo Rapid Antigen Test on return; b. If the Rapid Antigen Test result is positive, he / she will have to undergo home isolation / treatment in COVID Care Centre or hospital, as per protocol; c. If the Rapid Antigen Test result is negative, his/ her swab sample would be taken for RT-PCR testing and he / she will have to remain in isolation till RTPCR test result is declared, and an undertaking will be submitted by each person to this effect; d. If the RT-PCR test result is positive, he/ she will have to undergo home isolation/ treatment in COVID Care Centre or hospital, as per protocol; e. If the RT-PCR test result is negative, the person need not undergo any further quarantine. f. The person should strictly comply with hygiene and social distancing norms during the stay outside Assam. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Irdai Exempts Insurers From Requirement Of Issuing Policy Document And Copy Of The Proposal In Physical Form In Respect Of Motor, Fire, Package Policies Etc. Till 31St March, 2021 | 10-09-2020 | In the wake of Covid-19 pandemic and based on representations received from insurers, the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India IRDAI has, through a Circular dated 10th September (Refer to attachment-Circular-1) granted exemption to insurers from the requirement of issuing policy document and copy of the proposal in physical form in respect of the following: à All Motor Insurance policies à Fire Insurance policies covering Dwellings and/or contents thereof issued to individuals à All package insurance policies issued to individuals (e.g. package policies for Dwellings) à All Miscellaneous policies issued to individuals where the Sum Insured does not exceed Rs. 5 Crore. Consequently, through another Circular (Refer to attachment-Circular-2) exemption has been granted to all individual / retail health insurance policies issued by general and health insurance companies (the insurers) from the requirement to issue physical policy document and hard copy of proposal form. The above exemption for issue of electronic policies has been granted subject to certain conditions such as: à Insurers shall send the policy document and a copy of the proposal form through digital/electronic mode. The documents shall be sent to the registered e-mail id or mobile number provided by the customer only on the specific consent provided by the policyholder. à Simultaneously the policyholders shall be informed through SMS that policy document /copy of the proposal form have been sent to their e-mail id or any other digital / electronic mode (as may be the case). à Insurers shall put in place proper mechanism to ensure that the documents are delivered to the designated e-mail Id / mobile number of the policyholder and an acknowledgement is appropriately obtained / auto-collected on delivery. à When documents are forwarded by electronic means, the record of policyholder having received the document or the electronic platform having delivered the documents shall be maintained systematically. It shall be clearly informed to the policyholder that the date of delivery of the document is reckoned for the purpose of examining free-look requests, wherever applicable. à Insurers shall preserve the records of such acknowledgements for further reference. à The policy document sent electronically shall contain all the schedules, terms and conditions, benefits etc that are otherwise available in the physical document. à Policyholders shall be also informed that printing of physical policy document and dispatch of the same along with the copy of proposal form may be delayed due to operational difficulties in the wake of ongoing COVID-19 pandemic situation. à Policyholders shall be informed that the policy document sent electronically is as valid as the physical policy contract / document. à Wherever policyholders demand the physical version of the policy document /copy of the proposal, the same shall be made available. Furthermore, with regard to the requirement under *Regulation 8 (1) of IRDAI (Protection of Policyholders Interests) Regulations, 2017 in respect of proposal forms, Insurers have been allowed to obtain the customers consent without requiring wet signature on the hard copy of the proposal form subject to certain conditions such as: à The completed proposal form shall be sent to the prospect on his/ her registered e-mail ID or mobile number by means of a message with a link, as the case may be. à If the proposer wishes to give consent to the proposal, the same may be permitted by providing a link for confirmation or through One Time Password (OTP) duly validated. à Insurers shall maintain verifiable, legally valid evidence for the proposers consent received for the fully completed proposal form. à Insurers shall be responsible for the providing approved digital sales material to insurance agents/intermediaries and ensure that only that material is used while soliciting the business, authenticating the e-mail IDs / mobile. numbers of the proposers and ensuring the suitability of the product being sold. The above exemptions granted shall be valid till 31st March 2021. *Regulation 8 of IRDAI (Protection of Policyholders Interests) Regulations, 2017: Proposal for Insurance: 1. Except in case of a marine insurance cover, or such other covers approved by the Authority exempting usage of proposal form, a proposal for grant of insurance cover, either for life insurance business or for general insurance business or for health insurance business, must be evidenced by a document in written or electronic or any other format as approved by the Authority. It is the duty of the insurer to | Mandatory | Insurance companies | 31-03-2021 |
| West Bengal | Licenses Issued Under Private Security Agencies (Regulation) Act, 2005 In West Bengal That Were Due For Renewal After 24Th March 2020 Automatically Extended Till 31St October, 2020 | 10-09-2020 | In light of the continuing Corona Pandemic, the Controlling Authority under Private Security Agencies (Regulation Act), 2005 ("Act"), West Bengal has decided to auto renew all the licenses under the Act as a measure of relief. Hence, all licences issued under the Act which were due for renewal after 24th March 2020 will continue to have effect until 31st October 2020. | Mandatory | 31-10-2020 | |
| Rajasthan | Unlock-4 Guidelines Implemented In The State Of Rajasthan For Month Of September, In Line With Mha Order | 09-09-2020 | The State of Rajasthan in line with the Ministry of Home Affairs Order dated 29th August, 2020 has implemented Guidelines for Unlock 4 in the State for the month of September (1st September to 30th September, 2020). The Guidelines list down activities that are permitted and prohibited in Containment Zones and in the State as a whole. The Containment Zones will be notified on the websites by the District Collector concerned and information will be shared with MoHFW. Standard SAFETY precautions and restrictions applicable for all areas and all districts : (1) Face Covering: Wearing of face cover is compulsory in all public and work places and during public transport. (2) Social distancing: Each person shall maintain a distance of 6 feet - "do gaz ki doori") in public places. (3) Spitting in public & work places is prohibited and punishable with fine. (4) Consumption of liquor, paan, gutka, tobacco etc. in public place is prohibited and punishable with fine. (5) All persons are advised to wash hands with soap & water / use sanitizer after touching any surface that is in public contact. Additional safety precautions prescribed for WORK PLACES (Offices, Establishments, Factories, Shops etc.): (1) Work from home (Wfh): As far as possible, the practice of work from home should be followed. (2) Staggering of work/business hours will be followed in offices, work places, shops, markets and industrial and commercial establishments. (3) Screening & Hygiene: Provision for thermal scanning, hand wash and sanitizer will be made at all entry and exit points and common areas. (4) Frequent sanitization of entire workplace, common facilities and all points which come into human contact eg. door handles etc. shall be ensured, including between shifts. (5) Social Distancing: All persons in charge of work places shall ensure social distancing between workers, through adequate distance between workers, adequate gaps between shifts, staggering the lunch breaks of staff etc. (6) All employers shall encourage and motivate their employees to install, and use, on their mobile phones, Arogya Setu for common and personal safety. (7) Intensive communication and training on good hygiene practices shall be taken up. Movement of people/transport/passes : (i) There will be no restriction on inter-State and within State movement of persons and goods. (ii) All commercial passenger transport vehicles - bus, taxi, cab aggregators (OLA/Uber etc.) auto rickshaw, cycle rickshaw are also permitted to ply subject {ensuring proper sanitization of the seats and touch points before and after each journey and other safety precautions prescribed. (iii) Public (City) Transport will continue to remain effective. (iv) The passengers travelling in any vehicle (personal or commercial) must not exceed the permitted seating capacity of the registered vehicle. (v) Movement by passengers trains and domestic passengers air travel etc. will continue to be regulated by the SOPs issued by MHA, Government of India. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Nagaland | Nagaland Government Notifies Revised Sop With Regard To Returnees/ Inbound Travellers To Nagaland; Orders Implementation With Immediate Effect | 09-09-2020 | The Nagaland Government has issued revised SOP for returnees and travellers entering the State. This SOP has been issued in supersession of earlier Orders and SOP with regard to returnees / inbound travellers. The revised SOP will be implemented in the State with immediate effect - 1. Installation of nCOVID Nagaland Visitors App and Aarogya Setu / Self Declaration - a. Every returnee / inbound traveller should install and register in nCOVID Nagaland Visitors App and Aarogya Setu App before entering Nagaland; b. Travellers are required to submit "Self Declaration Form" and those opting for Home Quarantine need to submit "Undertaking for Home Quarantine" through nCOVID Nagaland Visitors App or online at covid19.nagaland.gov.in or hard copy at the point of entry. 2. Designated points of entry: a. Any returnee/traveller will be permitted to enter the State, subject to normal Inner Line Permit (ILP) restrictions (whenever applicable), through Dimapur by train, air or by road through New Field Check Gate and Dillai Gate; through Khuzama in Kohima district by Road, through Tsutapela and Watiyongpang in Mokokchung District by road, through Naginimora and Tizit in Mon district by Road and through Bhandari in Wokha district by Road. b. Entry into the State through any other route, or by any other mode of travel will not be allowed, except under special circumstances with approval of the Home Department. c. Issuance of e-pass has been discontinued and there will not be any requirement of obtaining the same by any person entering Nagaland. 3. Screening at entry points: a. All travellers will be screened at the points of entry and no one will be allowed to proceed beyond the screening centre without proof of submission of the Self Declaration and Undertaking for Home Quarantine and Registration in the nCOVID Nagaland Visitors App and Aarogya Setu at the time of screening. b. Returnees with no symptoms will be allowed to proceed to their districts for quarantine as per norms. c. Returnees with COVID-like symptoms will be subjected to medical protocols. d. Conveyance from point of entry to the respective districts or place for quarantine will be arranged by the travellers. e. In case any returnee is unable to get conveyance at Dimapur/Kohima/Mokokchung then that person will be allowed to undergo quarantine in these places. 4. Exemptions on quarantine on entry: a. Any person who has to immediately attend to essential and urgent work/duties and cannot undergo quarantine due to the nature of the work, may be exempted from quarantine. b. The person should apply at least one day prior to his travel at covid19.nagaland.gov.in or through email / WhatsApp to the destination District with all details including travel plans, grounds for seeking exemption from quarantine, duration of stay etc. c. Installation of Aarogya Setu App will be mandatory. d. If duration of stay is less than 48 hours then no advance testing is required however, if the stay is more than 48 hours the a soft copy of RT-PCR or TrueNat negative test result done at current location not earlier than two days before arrival into the State. e. In case a person's stay is likely to go beyond 7 days including date of arrival, then he will have to contact the DTF for getting tested after 4 days of arrival. f. Any person who goes out of the State by road and returns within 24 hours without night halt through same point of exit will be exempted from quarantine. However, such person will have to obtain a movement permit from the concerned DTF. g. Truckers and attendants of goods vehicles bound for Nagaland will be subject to screening at the point of entry and will be exempted from quarantine. h. Persons exempted from quarantine will have to always follow basic precautions like wearing of masks and social distancing at all times. 5. Quarantine Norms a. Every asymptomatic returnee/traveller who is found asymptomatic will undergo quarantine for 14 days, they can opt for home quarantine or institutional quarantine. b. Persons above the age of 60 years, children below the age of 10 years and accompanying parents, pregnant women and accompanying spouses and persons with disabilities, unless symptomatic will be allowed to undergo home quarantine for 14 days. c. People in quarantine will have to wear masks at all times and will have to strictly follow social distancing. d. All people in quarantine will self monitor their health and update their status in nCOVID Nagaland Visitors App twice daily. 6. Testing a. If a person in quarantine remains asymptomatic throughout 14 days then no testing will be required and he will be released from quarantine. b. Returnees/travellers will be tested if found symptomatic on arrival. c. Persons in quarantine who are asymptomatic and require to be released due to urgent or emergency work will be allowed after completing 4 days in quarantine and testing by TrueNat. The person will be released only after getting a negative test result. d. COVID testing is chargeable for people entering the state with history of international travel, individuals who wish to get themselves tested, patients undergoing non-COVID treatment in hospitals and people leaving quarantine prematurely due to urgent/emergency work. 7. Release from quarantine a. A person will be released from quarantine after completion of 14 days and if he is found asymptomatic throughout the period. b. The medical team will issue a "Release Certificate" on fulfilment of above mentioned condition. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Notification. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Tamil Nadu | Tamil Nadu Government Amends Various Sops Issued Earlier W.R.T. Change In Lockdown Guidelines | 09-09-2020 | Tamil Nadu Government has issued guidelines for implementing lockdown in Containment Zones in the State till 30th September, 2020 and notified permitted and prohibited activities outside Containment Zones in the State. In an Order dated 9th September, 2020 amendments have been suggested to the SOPs issued earlier. Some of the modifications are as follows 1. SOP for social distancing for offices, workplace, factories and establishments - a. Vehicles used for transportation of staff should carry 60% of the capacity, as opposed to the earlier capacity of 30-40%; b. Workplaces to have appropriate gap between shifts. Earlier the gap was for an hour; c. Number of visitors per day may be fixed and entry may be restricted in accordance. Earlier there was a total ban on non-essential visitors at sites. 2. SOP for restarting industries a. Earlier, special transportation facility had to be arranged by the company (without any dependency on the public transport system) for workers coming from outside. Now, special transportation of workers by the company is not needed as restrictions have been relaxed; b. Vehicles used for transportation of staff should carry only 60% of the capacity as opposed to earlier limit of 50% of the maximum capacity; c. Earlier only 2 people were permitted to travel in car / jeep but now 3 people can travel in a vehicle in addition to the driver; d. Total ban on visitors have been lifted. Now visitors may be allowed to enter and the same may be restricted as per requirement. 3. SOP for construction industry - Vehicles used for transportation of staff should carry only 60% of the capacity, earlier it was 50%. 4. In addition to the above-mentioned, SOP for restaurants, shops / other establishments, gymnasiums, driving schools have been modified w.r.t. cross ventilation and use of air conditioners at temperatures between 24-30 degrees C and to avoid re-circulation of air. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | Offices, workplaces, factories, establishments, construction industry, restaurants, shops, gyms and driving schools | No end date specified |
| Central | Dot Issues Guidelines For Unsafe Practices To Be Avoided At Workplace For Cyber Security | 09-09-2020 | Department of Telecommunications ("DOT") in view of COVID-19 pandemic has listed out unsafe practices that have to be avoided at workplace for cyber security. This is being done as due to the pandemic there has been an increase in cyber attacks including state-sponsored attacks. Attacks such as spreading of virus/botnets/spyware, phishing attacks etc. are on a rise during this period. Therefore the following measures have been issued by the DOT to stop cyber attacks - 1. There should not be any common password and passwords must not be shared with others; 2. Devices must be locked when not in use. This is to be done as sometimes spies can install malware on unattended devices and download stored information remotely; 3. Software updates to be regularly installed. If the software is not updated regularly, there is a risk of malware attack; 4. Avoid clicking on hyperlinks from unknown sources; 5. All the files should be scanned before downloading them on the system; 6. All the authorised devices will have to be connected to then system and there will be authorised access given to such devices; 7. If any type of open networks are being used, they shall used only after installing the VPN which will protect the devices from the risk of malware; 8. Devices with classified/sensitive information have to be handled carefully; 9. Avoid downloading any kind of unauthorized software on devices; 10. Employees to avoid leaving/writing their passwords on sticky notes as the same can be leaked or stolen and can be used access sensitive information stored on devices. | Advisory | All Offices | No end date specified |
| Central | Ministry Of Health And Family Welfare Notifies Sop For Partial Reopening Of Schools For Students Of 9Th To 12Th Standard, As Part Of Phase-Wise Re-Opening Of Activities | 08-09-2020 | Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has issued SOP for partial reopening of Schools from 21st September, 2020 for students of 9th to 12th standard (on a voluntary basis for taking guidance from their teachers). This is in consonance with the phase-wise reopening of activities (MHA Unlock 4.0). The SOP outlines generic precautionary measures to be followed by the School authorities and all individuals including students, teachers and employees. Some points to note - 1. General COVID-19 precautions such as social distancing, use of face masks, frequent washing of hands with soap and sanitizers, respiratory etiquettes, self monitoring of health and reporting any illness at the earliest; 2. Online /distance learning will continue to be permitted and encouraged. In addition, students of 9th to 12th standards will be permitted to visit their schools on voluntary basis for taking guidance from their teachers; 3. Only the schools located outside the Containment Zones will be allowed to open. Students, teachers and employees residing in Containment Zones will not be allowed to attend school; 4. Before the opening of schools, all areas intended for teaching will be sanitized with 1% sodium hypochlorite solution with particular attention to frequently touched surfaces; 5. Schools which were used as quarantine centres need to be properly sanitized and deep cleaned before partial functioning is resumed; and the guidelines for disinfection of common public places including offices may be referred to in this regard (https://www.mohfw.gov.in/pdf/Guidelinesondisinfectionofcommonpublicplacesincludingoffices.pdf) 6. Schools may call the concerned teaching and non-teaching employees (up to 50 % of the strength) for online teaching / tele-counselling and related work; 7. Students from 9th to 12th standards have the option to attend remotely / virtually or physically only on a voluntary basis for guidance from their teachers subject to written permission of parent/guardian; 8. School administration to arrange for contactless attendance instead of biometric attendance; 9. Students and teachers to maintain a physical distancing of 6 feet apart, wherever feasible and the seating arrangements shall be made in accordance; 10. Specific markings on the floor with a gap of 6 feet to be made to ensure queue management, inside and outside the premises; 11. Assemblies, sports and events that can lead to overcrowding are strictly prohibited; 12. Gymnasiums will follow MoHFW guidelines however, swimming pools will remain closed; 13. Appropriate back-up stock of personal protection items like face covers/masks, visors, hand sanitizers etc. shall be made available by management to the teachers and employee along with adequate supply of thermal guns, sufficient covered dustbins etc. 14. At entry points, there will be mandatory hand hygiene and thermal screening and only asymptomatic persons will be allowed inside the premises. If someone has symptoms, they will be referred to the nearest health centre; 15. There shall be proper crowd management and posters on preventive measures will have to be displayed prominently; 16. Seating arrangement will have minimum 6 feet distance and there will be staggering of activities to be done with separate timing slots; 17. The teaching faculty will ensure that they themselves and students wear masks throughout the conduct of the teaching / guidance activities; 18. Sharing of items like notebook, pens / pencil, eraser, water bottle etc. amongst students should not be allowed; 19. Instructions have also been provided in the SOP in case a student / teacher / employee develops symptoms (fever, cough, difficulty in breathing). For a detailed read, please refer to the appended SOP. | Mandatory | Education | No end date specified |
| Central | Ministry Of Health And Family Welfare Notifies Sop On Preventive Measures To Contain Spread Of Covid-19 In Skill Or Entrepreneurship Training Institutions, Higher Educational Institutions Conducting Doctoral Courses And Post Graduate Studies In Technical & Professional Programs Requiring Laboratory /Experimental Work | 08-09-2020 | The Ministry of Health & Family Welfare (Ministry) has rolled out Standard Operating Procedure on preventive measures to contain spread of COVID-19 in skill or entrepreneurship training institutions, higher educational institutions conducting doctoral courses and post graduate studies in technical and professional programs requiring laboratory / experimental work (SOP). Scope: This SOP aims to enable safe resumption of teaching/ training activities in skill or entrepreneurship training institutions, higher educational institutions conducting doctoral courses and post graduate studies in technical & professional programs requiring laboratory /experimental work. This SOP outlines various generic precautionary measures to be adopted in addition to specific measures to be taken at these institutes to prevent spread of COVID-19. A. Generic Preventive Measures: 1. These measures need to be observed by all (faculty, employees, students and visitors) in these places at all times. These include: i. Physical distancing of at least 6 feet to be followed as far as feasible; ii. Use of face covers/masks to be made mandatory; iii. Frequent hand washing with soap (for at least 40-60 seconds) even when hands are not visibly dirty. Use of alcohol-based hand sanitizers (for at least 20 seconds) can be done wherever feasible; iv. Respiratory etiquettes to be strictly followed, which involves strict practice of covering ones mouth and nose while coughing / sneezing with a tissue / handkerchief / flexed elbow and disposing off used tissues properly; v. Self-monitoring of health by all and reporting of any illness at the earliest; vi. Spitting shall be strictly prohibited; vii. Installation and use of Aarogya Setu App shall be advised wherever feasible. B. Institutions conducting skill or entrepreneurship training institutions, higher educational institutions conducting doctoral courses and post graduate studies shall specifically ensure the following arrangements: i. Online / distance learning shall continue to be permitted and shall be encouraged. ii. Skill or entrepreneurship training will be permitted with effect from 21st September 2020 iii. Higher educational institutions conducting PhD or technical and professional programs requiring laboratory / experimental works will be permitted by Department of Higher Education in consultation with MHA strictly following guidelines as indicated in the SOP. C. Before opening up of the institution: The following have to be ensured before opening of the institution. i. Planning of reopening of institutions: such as opening of institutions only outside the Containment Zones, sanitization of work areas with 1% sodium hypochlorite solution, facilitate physical distancing, arrange alternate attendance system other than biometric system, arranging of display signages, posters and standees indicating the dos and donts for the staff and students; ii. Planning and scheduling of activities; the day-wise, time-wise scheduling of teaching / training activities may be done in a staggered manner in order to avoid overcrowding at any one location on any day; all employees who are at higher risk i.e. older employees, pregnant employees and employees who have underlying medical conditions to take extra precautions and not be exposed to any front-line work requiring direct contact with students; iii. Availability and management of supplies D. After opening of the teaching/training institutions: i. Precautionary measures have to be taken at the entry point, while conducting teaching activities in the classrooms, skill based training in workshops/laboratories and activities in common area library, canteen, common rooms, gymnasium, etc. ii. Measures will also have to be taken during transportation to and from the institution. E. Hygiene and Sanitation: i. Daily cleaning of the floors shall be taken up; ii. Provision of soap in toilets and hand sanitizers in other common areas in sufficient quantity must be ensured; iii. Cleaning and regular disinfection (using 1% sodium hypochlorite) of frequently touched surfaces (door knobs, elevator buttons, hand rails, chairs, benches, washroom fixtures, etc.) to be made mandatory in all class rooms, laboratories, lockers, parking areas, other common areas etc. before beginning of classes and at the end of the day; iv. Teaching materials, computers, laptops, printers, shall be regularly disinfected with 70% alcohol swipe. v. Deep cleaning of all drinking and hand washing stations, washrooms and lavatories shall be ensured. vi. Students and staff should be advised to dispose of used face covers / masks in separate covered bins placed in class rooms, work stations and other common areas. The same may remain stored in the bins for 3 days and disposed of as dry general solid waste after cutting / shredding; vii. Residential buildings, if any, also needs to be sanitized regularly. Please note the SOP also provides detailed information regarding the following- 1. Risk Communication; 2. Additional considerations for medical post-graduate students. 3. Safe Stay at Hostels, guest houses and other residential complexes 4. SOP to be followed in case a student/faculty/staff develops symptoms (fever, cough, difficulty in breathing) Background: The Central Government is following a phase-wise unlocking of activities in consonance with the Unlock 4.0 guidelines. In days to come, this would also involve resumption of activities in skill or entrepreneurship training institutions, higher educational institutions conducting doctoral courses and post graduate studies in technical & professional programs requiring laboratory /experimental work. In light of this, the present SOP has been issued. | Mandatory | skill or entrepreneurship training institutions, higher educational institutions conducting doctoral courses and post graduate studies in technical & professional programs requiring laboratory /experimental work | No end date specified |
| Central | Mca Extends The Timeline To Hold Agm For Fy 2019-20 Till December 31St; Grants This Relief In View Of Covid-19 And To Meet The Requests Of Various Associations For Extending Time To Hold Agm | 08-09-2020 | In a Press Release dated 8th September, 2020, the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) by way of a General order has extended the timeline to hold AGM for FY 2019-20 till December 31st from September 30th. This relief has been granted by MCA owing to COVID-19 and in light of meeting the demand from various associations for extending time to hold AGM. With an aim towards implementing this move, the MCA has issued directions to Registrar of Companies(RoCs) to issue orders without filing of formal application and payment of fee. Even applications already filed but not approved or rejected are also covered for this relief. So far we have been able to locate such extension orders from the RoC Maharashtra and RoC West Bengal (attached for your reference). | Mandatory | All | 31-12-2020 |
| Tamil Nadu | Tamil Nadu Health Department Notifies List Of Officers Authorized To Collect Fines For Compoundable Offences (Violation Of Quarantine Measures, Non-Wearing Of Masks, Spitting In Public Places Etc) Under Tamil Nadu Public Health Act, 1939 | 08-09-2020 | The Tamil Nadu Health and Family Welfare Department (Department) has notified that the State level, District level and Field level officers are authorised to collect fine amounts for contravention of provisions of the Tamil Nadu Public Health Act, 1939 (Act). State Level: The Joint Director of Public Health and Preventive Medicine (Epidemics) will be the Nodal Officer for monitoring the effective implementation and the reconciling authority for collection of fines at State level; District Level: The Deputy Director of Health Services will be the Nodal Officer for monitoring the effective implementation and reconciling authority for collection of fine amounts at a District level; Field Level: Public Health Department: Official not below the rank of Health Inspector; Municipalities, Corporations and other Urban Local Bodies: Officials not below the rank of Sanitary Inspector; Police Department: Officials not below the rank of Sub-inspector; Revenue Department: Officials not below the rank of Revenue Inspector; Background- In a Gazette Notification dated 4th September, 2020 the Department had declared the following offences as compoundable: 1. Violation of Quarantine measures 2. Non- wearing of masks 3. Spitting in public places 4. Violation of social distancing within the community. Through the present Notification, the Department has authorized officers to collect fines for the above-mentioned offences. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Andhra Pradesh | Andhra Pradesh Govt. Notifies Guidelines To Implement Unlock 4.0 In The State; More Activities Permitted Outside Containment Zones; Lockdown Extended In Containment Zones Up To 30Th September, 2020 | 07-09-2020 | In a Notification dated 7th September, 2020 the Government of Andhra Pradesh has informed that lockdown in the State will be implemented as per the MHA Unlock 4 Order (issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs on 29th August, 2020) in order to contain the spread of the pandemic COVID-19 and ensure phased re-opening in the State. 1. Activities permitted during Unlock 4 period outside Containment Zones In areas outside the Containment Zones, all activities will be permitted, except the following: i. Schools, colleges, educational and coaching institutions: Schools, colleges, educational and coaching institutions will remain continue to remain closed for students and regular class activity up to 30th September, 2020. However, following will be permitted: a. Online/ distance learning shall continue to be permitted and will be encouraged b. States/ UTs may permit upto 50% of teaching and non-teaching staff to be called to the schools at a time for online teaching/ tele counselling and related work, in areas outside the Containment Zones only, with effect from 21st September 2020 for which, Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) will be issued by the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare (MOHFW) c. Students of classes 9 to 12 may be permitted to visit their schools, in areas outside the Containment Zones only, on voluntary basis, for taking guidance from their teachers. This will be subject to written consent of their parents/ guardians and will be permitted with effect from 21st September 2020 for which, SOP will be issued by MoHFW ii. Metro rail Metro rail will be allowed to operate with effect from 7th September, 2020 in a graded manner, by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MOHUA) / Ministry of Railways (MOR), in consultation with MHA. In this regard, SOP will be issued by MOHUA. iii. Social/ academic/ sports/ entertainment/ cultural/ religious/ political functions Social/ academic/ sports/ entertainment/ cultural/ religious/ political functions and other congregations with a ceiling of 100 persons, will be permitted with effect from 21st September 2020, with mandatory wearing of face masks, social distancing, provision for thermal scanning and hand wash or sanitizer. However, marriage related gatherings with number of guests not exceeding 50 and funeral/ last rites related gatherings with number of persons not exceeding 20 will continue to be allowed upto 20th September 2020, after which the ceiling of 100 persons will apply. iv. Cinema halls, swimming pools, entertainment parks, theatres: Cinema halls, swimming pools, entertainment parks, theatres and similar places will remain closed. However, open air theatres will be permitted to open with effect from 21st September 2020. v. International air travel of passengers, except as permitted by MHA. 2. Lockdown limited to Containment Zones- i. Lockdown will continue to remain in force in the Containment Zones till 30th September, 2020. ii. Containment Zones will be demarcated by the District authorities after taking into consideration the guidelines of Ministry of Health & Family Welfare (MoHFW) with the objective of effectively breaking the chain of transmission. Strict containment measures will be enforced in these containment zones and only essential activities will be allowed. iii. These Containment Zones will be notified on the websites by the respective District Collectors and by the States/ UTs and information will be shared with MOHFW. 3. State/ UT Governments shall not impose any local lockdown (State/ District/ subdivision/City level), outside the containment zones, without prior consultation with the Central Government. 4. No restriction on Inter-State and intra-State movement: There must not be any restriction on inter-State and intra-State movement of persons and goods including those for cross land-border trade under Treaties with neighbouring countries. No separate permission/ approval/ e-permit will be required for such movements. 5. Movement of persons with SOPs: Movement by passenger trains; domestic passenger air travel; movement of persons on Vande Bharat and Air Transport Bubble flights; and sign-on and sign-off of Indian seafarers will continue to be regulated as per SOPs issued. 6. Protection of vulnerable persons: Persons above 65 years of age, persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women, and children below the age of 10 years are advised to stay at home, except for essential and health purposes. 7. Use of Aarogya Setu - With a view to ensuring safety in offices and work places, employers on best effort basis should ensure that Aarogta Setu is installed by all employees having compatible mobile phones. 8. General Directives for COVID-19 Management: ¢ Face coverings: Wearing of face cover is compulsory in public places; in workplaces; and during transport. Fine of Rs. 200 in Municipal Corporation areas and Rs. 100 in other areas shall be imposed for not wearing face cover as required. ¢ Social Distancing: Individuals must maintain a minimum distance of 6 feet (2 gaz ki doori) in public places; shops to ensure physical distancing among customers; ¢ Spitting in public places will be punishable with fine (as may be prescribed in accordance with laws, rules or regulations); 9. Additional requirements in all Workplaces: ¢ Work from home (WFH): As far as possible the practice of WFH should be followed; ¢ Staggering of work/business hours will be followed in offices, workplaces, shops, markets and industrial & commercial establishments; ¢ Screening & Hygiene: Provision for thermal scanning, hand wash or sanitizer will be made at all entry and exit points along with common areas; ¢ Frequent sanitization of entire workplace, common facilities and all points which come into human contact e.g. door handles etc., will be ensured, including between shifts; ¢ Social distancing: All persons in charge of workplaces to ensure adequate distance between workers, adequate gaps between shifts, staggering the lunch breaks of staff etc. Any person violating these measures will be liable to be proceeded against as per the provisions of the Disaster Management Act, 2005, besides legal action under Section 188 of the Indian Penal Code. | Mandatory | All | 30-09-2020 |
| Bihar | Bihar Government Adopts Mha Unlock-4 Guidelines For Prevention Of Covid-19 In The State; Lockdown In Containment Zones Extended Till 30Th September, 2020 | 07-09-2020 | The Bihar Government has notified guidelines for implementing the phased re-opening of prohibited activities (Unlock 4.0) as issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs Unlock-4 Order dated 29th August, 2020. All guidelines and restrictions under the MHA Unlock-4 Order will be strictly implemented and followed in the State of Bihar. Key Highlights: 1. All activities have been permitted in Non-Containment Zones, barring a few activities, dates for which have been specified in some cases or will be decided separately for others, and necessary SOPs issued thereof to ensure social distancing and contain the spread of COVID-19; 2. State or Union Territory Governments shall not impose any local lockdown outside Containment Zones at State/ District / sub-division/ City-level, without prior consultation with the Central Government; 3. No restriction on inter-State and intra-State movement of persons and goods including those for cross land-border trade under Treaties with neighbouring countries. Separate permission/ approval/ permit shall not be required for such movement. However, movement of passenger trains, domestic passenger air travel, Vande Bharat and Air Transport Bubble flights and sign-on and sign-off of Indian seafarers will continue to be regulated by SOPs issued earlier; 4. Containment Zones to be notified on the websites by respective District Collectors and by the States / Union Territories; 5. Employers to ensure on best effort basis that Aarogya Setu App is installed by all employees having compatible mobile phones; 6. Wearing of face cover is compulsory in public places; in workplaces; and during transport; 7. Additional requirements in all Workplaces: a. Work from home (WFH): As far as possible the practice of WFH should be followed; b. Staggering of work/business hours will be followed in offices, workplaces, shops, markets and industrial & commercial establishments; c. Screening & Hygiene: Provision for thermal scanning, hand wash or sanitizer will be made at all entry and exit points along with common areas; d. Frequent sanitization of entire workplace, common facilities and all points which come into human contact e.g. door handles etc., will be ensured, including between shifts; e. Social distancing: All persons in charge of workplaces to ensure adequate distance between workers, adequate gaps between shifts, staggering the lunch breaks of staff etc. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order or the hyperlink provided below. Please note that the Order is in Vernacular and we have translated it to the best of our understanding. Once an official translation is available, we will update in case there is a requirement. | Mandatory | All | 30-09-2020 |
| Central | Reserve Bank Of India Issues Financial Parameters To Be Considered By Lending Institutions While Finalizing The Resolution Plans In Respect Of Eligible Borrowers Under The Rbi Resolution Framework For Covid-19-Related Stress | 07-09-2020 | The Reserve Bank of India ("RBI") has, in a Notification dated 7th September, 2020, informed that all lending institutions must mandatorily consider the following financial parameters while finalizing the resolution plans in respect of eligible borrowers under the RBI Resolution Framework for COVID-19-related Stress ("Resolution Framework"): i. Total Outside Liabilities / Adjusted Tangible Net Worth (TOL/ATNW) ii. Total Debt / EBITDA iii. Current ratio iv. Debt Service Coverage Ratio (DSCR) v. Average Debt Service Coverage Ratio (ADSCR) RBI has clarified that sectors for which the sector-specific thresholds have not been specified, the lending institutions have to make their own internal assessments regarding TOL/ATNW and Total Debt/EBITDA. However, the current ratio and DSCR in all cases shall be 1.0 and above, and ADSCR shall be 1.2 and above. RBI has also allowed lending institutions to consider other financial parameters as well while finalizing the resolution assumptions in respect of eligible borrowers apart from the specified mandatory key ratios and the sector-specific thresholds. In light of the differential impact of the pandemic on various sectors/entities, RBI has informed that lending institutions can, at their discretion, adopt a graded approach depending on the severity of the impact on the borrowers, while preparing or implementing the resolution plan. Such graded approach can also entail classification of the impact on the borrowers into mild, moderate and severe, as recommended by the Expert Committee. Lending institutions are required to comply with the requirement by 31st March, 2022. Please refer to the apended document for further details. Source: Reserve Bank of India | Mandatory | All Commercial Banks (including Small Finance Banks, Local Area Banks and Regional Rural Banks) All Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks/State Co-operative Banks/District Central Co-operative Banks All All-India Financial Institutions All Non-Banking Financial Companies (including Housing Finance Companies) | No end date specified |
| Andhra Pradesh | Andhra Pradesh Health Department Issues Guidelines To Suppress Transmission Of Corona Virus And Enforce Containment Strategy To Reduce Covid-19 Positive Cases | 07-09-2020 | The Health, Medical and Family Welfare Department, Government of Andhra Pradesh (Department), has issued an Order on implementation of guidelines to suppress transmission of corona virus and enforce the containment strategy vigorously to reduce positive cases. Key Highlights Some of the important instructions are enumerated below: a. Collectors to streamline sample collection and ensure that samples reach the lab within 24 hours of collecting the sample in case of RTPCR and TRUNAT samples; b. In case of Rapid Antigen Test (wherein test results are obtained in less than 30 minutes): - update the results immediately in the app provided; - do not keep test result pending more than three hours; d. With regard to sample acceptance by the lab, all efforts need to be made to complete the test and declare the result within 24 hours of acceptance of sample. The result needs to be updated on real time basis and not kept pending for updating at a later stage; e. Every primary and secondary contact of a confirmed COVID-19 positive person should be traced and updated in the portal within 48 hours of the declaration of result of the positive person. This should be completed by 5pm of succeeding day of declaration of positive result for a patient. Such persons should be contacted and put under home quarantine immediately; f. Every COVID-19 positive person should be triaged either at the hospital or COVID Care Centre or a standalone triaging centre or by the Medical Officer and shall be treated at hospital/ CCC or at home; g. No Symptomatic or co-morbid person should be kept in Home Isolation; h. Every person in Home Isolation will be visited by the Auxiliary Nurse Midwife (ANM). The medical officer will divide households in his/ her jurisdiction among village/ ward ANM and Sub Centre ANM to ensure that every household is covered by ANM; i. Only asymptomatic or mild symptomatic should be housed in COVID care centres. Every person in Covid care centre should be medically tested at admission, their vitals should be observed and recorded every day. Doctors should be available round the clock in the Covid Care centres. j. In hopsitals, the hospital superintendent to ensure that the information regarding admission charges and deaths is updated on real time basis; For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | Healthcare | No end date specified |
| Maharashtra | In Light Of The Pandemic, Merc Will Continue Its Operation And Online Delivery Of All Its Services Through Digital Mode | 07-09-2020 | In an Office Order dated 7th September, 2020, the Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission (MERC) has informed the following: 1. MERC will continue its operation and online delivery of all its services through digital mode. 2. Matters to be taken up by MERC will be taken up through e-hearing. 3. MERC has already kept its office open for delivery of any documents. Background: Lockdown in the State has been extended till 30th September, 2020 with phased re-opening of activities. In light of this situation, the present Office Order has been issued. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Meghalaya | Dm, East Khasi Hills Issues Prohibitory Order Restricting Movement At Night From 9:00 Pm To 5:00 Am; Valid Till 14Th September,2020 | 06-09-2020 | Office of DM, East Khasi Hills District has rolled out Prohibitory Order dated 6th September, 2020 to promulgate night curfew in the District till 14th September, 2020 for the timings falling between 9:00pm to 5:00 am. Some of the services which are exempted from the abovementioned night curfew are mentioned below: 1. Security Forces 2. Medical teams on duty 3. Wholesale and retail pharmacies 4. Police and armed forces 5. Fire and emergency services 6. Food and civil supply 7. Public Works and Public Hearing Department 8. Postal, telecom and IT Services 9. Press, print and electronic media. 10. Essential services including health services, hospitals, clinics, dispensaries, veterinary clinics, labs. 11. Online food delivery. For a detailed read of the Order, please refer to the appended document. | Mandatory | All | 14-09-2020 |
| Meghalaya | Dm, East Khasi Hills Issues Prohibitory Order Restricting Various Activities In The District; Valid Till 14Th September, 2020 | 06-09-2020 | Office of DM, East Khasi Hills District has rolled out Prohibitory Order dated 6th September, 2020 to prohibit the following activities in the District including Shillong Urban Agglomeration, Civil Subdivision of Sohra/Pynursala and C&RD Blocks till 14th September, 2020 for the timings falling between 9:00 pm to 5:00 am. 1. Interstate movement 2. Any assembly. While enforcing this, every individual must mandatorily maintain a distance of 6 feet, wear masks and strictly follow the various protocols issued by the Government. 3. Operation of unregulated major markets and unregulated shopping complex. 4. Border haats located at interstate border 5. Operation of educational institution and coaching classes barring online/ distance learning. 6. Opening of religious places. 7. All forms of public gathering including social, political, entertainment, cultural, etc. 8. Operation of cinema halls, swimming pools, entertainment parks etc. 9. All forms of contact sports and spectators in sports. 10. Moving in public place without a mask 11. Spitting in public places 12. Consumption of liquor, paan, gutka. 13. Entry into the District from other entry points in Meghalaya is prohibited other than for emergency purposes 14. Incoming additional workforce have to adhere to other Guidelines issued by the Government which are enclosed as Annexure A, B and C with the present Order. General Instructions: 1 In addition to the prohibitions listed above, the public has to strictly comply, without fail to the measures listed in this Office Orders for containment areas (provided at Annexure D). 2. Individuals must maintain a minimum distance of 6 fee1/2 metres in public places, 3. Funeral/ Last rites Gatherings: Number of guests must not to exceed 20. 4. Weddings ceremonies will be allowed in religious places, but the number of guests must not exceed one-third of the seating capacity or 50 (fifty) guests, whichever is less inclusive of the host 5. Persons above 65 years of age, persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women and children below the age of 10 years in public places are advised to slay at home, except for meeting essential requirements and for health purposes. 6. Operation of supply chains/wholesalers and retail outlets, shops. services and other establishments in the whole of East Khasi Hills District will be regulated as per scheduled timings and date which will be permitted from time to time. 7. operation of permitted shops, services, establishments, agricultural and industrial and commercial activities must strictly adhere to the SOPs issued by the Government. 8. Movement of vehicles and traffic arrangements will be prepared and regulated by the office of the Superintendent of Police. East Khasi Hills District, Shillong. Inter-District movement of persons is permitted. 9. Inter-State movement of persons will remain restricted. For a detailed read of the Order please refer to the attached document. | Mandatory | All | 14-09-2020 |
| Central | Icmr Issues Advisory On Strategy For Covid-19 Testing In India | 04-09-2020 | The Indian Council of Medical Research has issued an advisory on strategy for COVID-19 testing in India by a notification dated 4th September, 2020. Appropriate testing will be done by Rapid Antigen Test (RAT) and RT-PCR or TrueNat or CBNAAT for all types of individuals (symptomatic/asymptomatic). Key Highlights - 1. There will be routine surveillance in containment zones and screening at points of entry of such zones. Rapid Antigen Test (RAT) and RT-PCR or TrueNat or CBNAAT will be done in order for testing symptomatic and asymptomatic individuals in such zones including healthcare/frontline workers, high risk individuals etc. 2. Routine surveillance will also be done in non-containment areas including testing for all symptomatic (ILI symptoms) individuals with history of international travel in last 14 days, contacts of laboratory confirmed case and healthcare/frontline workers. Further, testing will also be done for all returnees and migrants within 7 days of illness including high risk individuals. 3. All patients of Severe Acute Respiratory Infection (SARI) will undergo testing in an hospital including patients with ILI symptoms. Asymptomatic patients undergoing surgical/non-surgical invasive procedures will not to be tested more than once a week during hospital stay and all pregnant women in/near labor who are hospitalized for delivery will be tested by prescribed tests. 4. All individuals undertaking travel to countries/Indian states mandating a negative COVID-19 test at point of entry can undergo testing on demand. Some points to note - 1. A single RT-PCR/TrueNat/CBNAAT/RAT positive test will be considered confirmatory, without any repeat testing; 2. No re-testing is recommended prior to discharge from a COVID-19 facility after clinical recovery (as per MoHFW guidelines), including for transfer from a COVID area/facility to a non-COVID area/ facility; 3. If symptoms develop following a negative RAT test, a repeat RAT or RT-PCR should be done; 4. Home quarantine for 14 days is recommended for all individuals before undergoing elective surgery to minimise chances of infection before the procedure. Note - Algorithm for COVID-19 test interpretation using rapid antigen point of care test has been provided in the Advisory. | Advisory | COVID Testing authorities | No end date specified |
| Tamil Nadu | Tn Govt.Notifies List Of Compoundable Offences Under Tamil Nadu Public Health Act, 1939;Includes Violation Of Quarantine Measures, Non-Wearing Of Masks, Spitting In Public Places Etc. In The List | 04-09-2020 | The Health Department of Tamil Nadu (Department) has notified the following as compoundable offences under the provisions of the Tamil Nadu Public Health Act, 1939 (Act) and declared the following amounts as fines for committing such offences: 1. Violation of SOPs in salons, spas, gymnasiums, commercial establishments and other places- Rs.5,000/- 2. Non adherence of Guidelines issued by the Government to be followed in containment zones: a. in respect of vehicles and commercial establishments - Rs. 5,000/- b. by individuals - Rs. 500/- 3. Not wearing a mask covering the mouth and nose - Rs.200/- 4. Violation of social distancing norms - Rs. 500/- 5. Spitting in Public - Rs.500/- 6. Violation of Quarantine Measures - Rs.500/- In a subsequent Notification, the Department has authorised the State level, District level and Field level officers to collect fines for contravention of such provisions of the Act. | Mandatory | All | NA |
| Maharashtra | In Light Of The Prevailing Situation In Mumbai Metropolitan Region And Pune Caused Due To The Pandemic, Seepz Extends work From Home Permission Till 31St December, 2020 In Maharashtra | 04-09-2020 | The Office of the Development Commissioner Santacruz Electronic Export Processing Zone (SEEPZ), Special Economic Zone, through an Order dated 4th September, 2020 has informed that the Work From Home permission in terms of *Rule 43 of the Special Economic Zoned Rules, 2006 (SEZ Rules) is permitted till 31st December, 2020 in Maharashtra. Background: In consonance with the Maharashtra Governments lockdown Guidelines, the Department has been issuing orders regarding Work From Home (WFH) as there is no time limit prescribed under Rule 43 of the Rules. Accordingly, the Specified Officers have also been permitted the clearance of goods. However, various representations have been received from the Unit Holders as well as Trade Bodies regarding the certainty of the period of WFH so that they can facilitate better planning of their operations. Further, considering the prevailing situation in MMR and Pune caused due to the pandemic COVID 19 the Government of Maharashtra is encouraging working from home. In light of these, the present extension has been issued. ______________________ *Rule 43 of the SEZ Rules deal with Sub-contracting for Domestic Tariff Area unit for export | Mandatory | SEZ units | 31-12-2020 |
| Delhi | Delhi Disaster Management Authority Issues Orders To Extend Lockdown In Containment Zones; Calls For Opening More Activities Outside Of The Containment Zones | 03-09-2020 | The Delhi Disaster Management Authority (Authority) has issued an Order to maintain status quo with respect to prohibited and permitted activities in the National Capital Territory of Delhi, till 30th September 2020. The Order also extends the lockdown in Containment Zones and also calls for opening more activities outside of the Containment Zones. The Department has permitted the following activities: 1. Functioning of one weekly market per day per zone till 13th September 2020. 2. Bars with effect from 9th September 2020 till 30th September 2020, on trial basis. 3. Metro Railway services have been allowed to operate with effect from 7th September 2020, in a graded manner, subject to strict compliance of Broad Guidelines issued by Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, Government of India (copy enclosed) and SOP issued by DMRC Limited. Key measures for operationalization of Bars in Hotels/ Restaurants/ Clubs and on preventive measures to contain spread of COVID-19: 1. Bars in Containment Zones to remain closed. Only those outside Containment Zones will be allowed to operate. 2. Entry will only be allowed to persons with face cover/masks. Only asymptomatic staff /customers/guests shall be allowed. 3. Mandatory provisions for hand hygiene (sanitizer dispenser) and thermal screening at the entrance to be made without fail. 4. Not more than 50% of the approved seating capacity should be allowed inside the hotel/ restaurant/ clubs so that social distancing norms may be maintained. 5. No standing customer will be served by the hotel/restaurant/ club. 6. Adequate manpower should be deployed by the licensee for ensuring social distancing norms. 7. Effective and frequent sanitization within the premises should be done at regular intervals with particular focus on lavatories, drinking and hand washing station/ areas. Rooms, other service areas, seats/ tables etc. should be sanitized each time a customer leaves the premises. 8. Only asymptomatic staff would be allowed for duty in the premises. Staff are required to wear gloves, facemasks and maintain complete health hygiene such as frequent washing of hands, use of sanitizer etc. Key guidelines for formulation of Standard Operating Procedure for resumption of metro services 1. Metro Operations will resume in a graded manner. The following is the proposal of the same: (i) Stage 1: Revenue services would be from 0700 hours to 1100 hours in morning and 1600 hours to 2000 hours in evening. - Phase I: From 7th September 2020 onwards. Line 2 including Rapid metro Gurgaon will be made operational. - Phase II: From 9th September 2020 onwards. Line 3, 4 and 7 would also be made operational. - Phase III: From 10th September 2020 onwards. Line 1, 5 and 6 will be made Operational. (ii) Stage 2: Revenue services would be from 0700 hours to 1300 hours in the morning and 1600 hours to 2200 hours in the evening. In addition to Stage 1, lines 8 and 9 would also be made operational. (iii) Stage 3: In addition to Stage 2, airport express line would also be made operational. Revenue services would be from 0600 hours to 2300 hours, i.e. regular revenue hours. 2. Stations, entry/ exit gates in the containment zones will remain closed. 3. Wearing of facemask is compulsory for all passengers and staff. 4. Only asymptomatic passengers will be allowed to travel after thermal screening at entry into the stations. 5. Use of smartcards, online/ cashless transactions should be encouraged. 6. Passengers are required to travel with minimal luggage and should also refrain from carrying metallic items to enable quick scanning. 7. Provisions of sanitizers to be made at entry into stations for use by passengers. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | All | 30-09-2020 |
| Punjab | Punjab Government Permits Health-Care Institutions To Operate 7 Days In A Week; Hospitals, Labs, Diagnostic Centres, Chemist Shops To Remain Open 24X7 | 03-09-2020 | The Government of Punjab has issued a clarification that all healthcare institutions i.e., hospitals, labs, diagnostic centres and chemist shops to remain open in the State and operate all 7 days a week and throughout the day i.e., remain open 24x7. This Order has been issued in continuation to the guidelines issued under Unlock 4 that will be in force in the State till 30th September, 2020. | Mandatory | Hospitals, labs, diagnostic centres and chemist shops | 30-09-2020 |
| Maharashtra | Maharashtra Labour Welfare Board Further Relaxes The Timeline For Accepting Online Contribution To The Maharashtra Labour Welfare Fund In View Of The Continued Impact Of Covid-19 Pandemic | 02-09-2020 | In light of the continued impact of COVID-19 pandemic, the Maharashtra Labour Welfare Board (Board) has granted further extension with regard to making online contribution to the Maharashtra Labour Welfare Fund for the period ending June 2020. Earlier the last date for accepting online contribution had been extended to August 15, 2020. Now the Board recently in a pop up notice on its home page at https://public.mlwb.in/public has informed that the last date for payment of contribution is extended till September 15, 2020. The actual date for payment of contribution for the half-year ended June 30 is July 15 | Mandatory | All | 15-09-2020 |
| Rajasthan | Rajasthan Govt. Adopts Guidelines For International Arrivals Which Was Issued By The Ministry Of Health And Family Welfare In An Order Dated 2Nd August, 2020 | 02-09-2020 | The Rajasthan Government, in an Order dated 2nd September, 2020 has informed that it has adopted the Guidelines for international arrivals which was issued by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (Ministry) has, in an Order dated 2nd August, 2020. Key Takeaways- A. Before Planning for Travel: 1. All travellers to submit self-declaration form on the online portal (www.newdelhiairport.in) at least 72 hours before the scheduled travel. Further, they should also provide an undertaking on the portal stating that they would undergo mandatory quarantine for 14 days i.e. 7 days paid institutional quarantine at their own cost, followed by 7 days isolation at home with self-monitoring of health; 2. Only for compelling reasons/ cases of human distress such as pregnancy, death in family, serious illness and parent(s) with children of the age of 10 years or below, home quarantine may be permitted for 14 days; anyone seeking exemption under the above-mentioned grounds, needs to file an online application on the portal (www.newdelhiairport.in) at least 72 hours before boarding. The decision taken by the Government (as communicated on the online portal) will be final; 3. Travellers seeking exemption from institutional quarantine may submit a negative RTPCR test on arrival (such test should have been conducted within 96 hours prior to undertaking the journey) and also upload the test report on the portal for consideration; Each passenger must also submit a declaration with respect to authenticity of the report and will be liable for criminal prosecution, if found otherwise. The test report could also be produced upon arrival at the point of entry airport in India. B. Before Boarding: 1. The Dos and Don'ts will be provided along with ticket to the travellers by the agencies concerned; 2. All passengers will be advised to download Arogya Setu app on their mobile devices; 3. At the time of boarding the flight/ ship, only asymptomatic travellers will be allowed to board after thermal screening; 4. Passengers arriving through the land borders will also have to undergo the same protocol as above, and only those who are asymptomatic will be enabled to cross the border into India; 5. Suitable precautionary measures such as environmental sanitation and disinfection shall be ensured at the airports; 6. During boarding and at the airports, all possible measures to ensure social distancing to be ensured; C. During Travel: 1. Travellers who had not filled out the self-declaration form on the portal have to fill the same (in duplicate) in the flight / ship and a copy of the same will be provided to Health and Immigration officials present at the airport/ seaport/ Iand-port. Alternatively, such travellers may submit self-declaration form on the online portal after arriving at the airport/ seaport/ Iand-port as per the directions of the concerned authorities, if such facility is available; 2. Suitable announcement about COVID-19 including precautionary measures to be followed shall be made at airports / port and in flights / ships and during transit; 3. While on board the flight/ ship, required precautions such as wearing of masks, environmental hygiene, respiratory hygiene, hand hygiene etc. are to be observed by airline/ ship staff, crew and all passengers. D. On arrival: 1. De-boarding should be done while ensuring social distancing; 2. Thermal screening to be carried out in respect of all the passengers by the Health officials present at the airport/ seaport/ Iand-port; 3. The self-declaration form filled online must be shown (or a copy of physical self-declaration form to be submitted) to the airport health staff; 4. The passengers found to be symptomatic during screening will be immediately isolated and taken to medical facility as per health protocol; 5. Post thermal screening, the passengers who have been exempted from institutional quarantine (decision as indicated on the online portal in advance) will show the same to the respective State Counters on their cell phones/other mode before being allowed home quarantine for 14 days; 6. The remaining passengers shall be taken to suitable institutional quarantine facilities, to be arranged by the respective State / UT Governments. These passengers shall be kept under institutional quarantine for a minimum period of 7 days; 8. The passengers will be tested as per ICMR protocol available at https://www.mohfw.gov.in/pdf/Revisedtestingguidelines.pdf. a. Incase they test positive, they will be assessed clinically. b. If they are assessed as asymptomatic / pre-symptomatic/ very mild cases, they will be allowed home isolation or isolated in the COVID Care Centre (both public & private facilities) as appropriate. c. Those having mild/ moderate/ severe symptoms will be admitted to dedicated Covid Health facilities and managed accordingly. If found negative, they shall be advised to further isolate themselves at home and self-monitor their health for 7 days. d. In case, any symptoms develop they shall inform the district surveillance officer or the State / National call center (1075). Please note: States may develop their own protocol with regards to quarantine and isolation as per their assessment post arrival of passengers in the State concerned. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Mohfw Issues Sop On Preventive Measures To Be Followed While Conducting Examinations To Contain Spread Of Covid-19 | 02-09-2020 | The Ministry of Health & Family Welfare on 2nd September, 2020 has issued SOP on preventive measures to be followed while conducting examinations to contain spread of COVID19. As examination centres are frequented by large number of students and parents it is integral to plan and conduct these examinations, while following preventive measures. In light of this all Universities/Educational Institutions/Examination Conducting Authorities/Examination centres must follow the guidelines in the following circumstances - i. Planning of examinations ii. Transportation to and from the examination centre iii. Entry and exit to the examination centre iv. Special precautions for high risk individuals v. Movement within the examination centre, seating arrangement including conduct of examination vi. In case of a suspect case or person who develops symptoms during the conduct of examination Examination centres may put additional measures in place according to their local assessment and in line with activities permitted by Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) as per MHA orders issued under Disaster Management Act, 2005 from time to time. | Mandatory | Universities/ Educational Institutions/ Examination Conducting Authorities/ Examination centers | No end date specified |
| Central | Sebi Informs That Date Of Proposal For Restructuring Of Debt Received Amcs To Be Treated As Trigger Date For The Purpose Of Creation Of Segregated Portfolio In Mutual Fund Scheme | 02-09-2020 | The Securities and Exchange Board of India ("SEBI") has, in a Circular dated 2nd September, 2020, informed that the date of proposal for restructuring of debt received by Asset Management Companies ("AMCs") will be treated as the trigger date for the purpose of creation of segregated portfolio in a Mutual Fund Scheme. SEBI also informed that such the date of proposal for restructuring of debt received by AMCs must be immediately reported to the Valuation Agencies, Credit Rating Agencies, Debenture Trusteesand Association of Mutual Funds in India ("AMFI"). AMFI, on receipt of such information, shall immediately disseminate it to its members. Please refer to the appended document for further details. Source: Securities and Exchange Board of India | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Uttarakhand | Uttarakhand Government Fixes Ceiling Rates For Covid-19 Treatment By Private Hospitals; Hospitals To Reserve 25% Beds For Government Officials / Employees And Patients Of Ayushman Bharat / Atal Ayushman | 02-09-2020 | Uttarakhand Government has fixed the ceiling on rates chargeable by Private Hospitals for treatment of COVID-19 in the State: The hospital rates have been fixed as below - 1. NABH accredited Hospitals (including entry level): a. Moderate sickness - Isolation beds including supportive care and oxygen at Rs. 10,000/- (including cost of PPE Rs. 1200/-); b. Severe sickness - ICU without need for ventilator care at Rs. 15,000/- (including cost of PPE Rs. 2000/-); c. Very severe sickness - ICU with ventilator care (invasive/non-invasive) at Rs. 18,000/- (including cost of PPE Rs. 2000/-) 2. Non-NABH accredited Hospitals: a. Moderate sickness - Isolation beds including supportive care and oxygen at Rs. 8,000/- (including cost of PPE Rs. 1200/-); b. Severe sickness - ICU without need for ventilator care at Rs. 13,000/- (including cost of PPE Rs. 2000/-); c. Very severe sickness - ICU with ventilator care (invasive/non-invasive) at Rs. 15,000/- (including cost of PPE Rs. 2000/-) The rates are subject to the following conditions - 1. Treatment of all patients will be done as per guidelines of Government of India/ICMR; 2. The package will include bed, food, monitoring, nursing care, doctor visits/consultations, screening, treatment and other facilities; 3. Fees for medical care of co-morbidities such as high blood pressure, diabetes, cardiac problems etc. will be a part of the package; 4. Medications used by patients in very severe stage such as Favipiravir, Remdesivir, Tocilizumab will be charged as per actual rates; 5. There will be no agreement on the quality of clinical care service provided to patients receiving the service at prescribed rates; 6. The hospitals will have to reserve 25% beds for Government Officials/Employees and patients of Ayushman Bharat/Atal Ayushman; 7. The hospital will have to ensure compliance with the instructions issued by the Government regarding quarantine for doctors and other medical staff. Please note that the Order is in Vernacular and we have translated it to the best of our understanding. Once an official translation is available, we will update in case there is a requirement. | Mandatory | Private Hospitals | No end date specified |
| Gujarat | Government Of Gujarat Issues Orders For Phased Re-Opening Of Activities In The State In Continuation With Mha Unlock 4 Order; Lockdown To Be Extended Till 30Th September, 2020 In Containment Zones | 02-09-2020 | The Government of Gujarat has issued orders for phased re-opening of activities in the State in continuation with Ministry of Home Affairs Unlock 4 Order. Lockdown in containment zones has been extended till 30th September, 2020 and the following activities are allowed in all areas (outside containment zones) 1. Private offices are permitted with social distancing, however, work from home is to be encouraged; 2. Cinema halls, swimming pools, entertainment parks, theatres and similar places are not permitted. Open air theatres will be permitted from 21st September, 2020; 3. Parks and public gardens are open for all; 4. Hotels and Restaurants will remain open till 11 pm by following SOP issued by the Government. There is no time limit for take away facility; 5. Shopping malls can operate as per SOP issued by the Government; 6. Shops are permitted to open without any time limit; 7. All religious places are permitted with social distancing. However, no functions/large gatherings are allowed; 8. Street vendors are permitted as per SOP prepared by ULB in designated areas; 9. Libraries can function at 60% capacity; 10. Operation GSRTC bus services allowed. City Bus Services and private buses are permitted to operate with 60% passenger capacity (outside containment zones) with no passenger standing; 11. Auto rickshaws are permitted with one driver and two passengers; 12. Cabs, taxis, cab aggregators, private vehicles can ply with one driver and two persons. If seating capacity is six or more then one driver and three persons are allowed; 13. Two wheelers are allowed with one rider and pillion. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. Please note that the Order is in Vernacular and we have translated it to the best of our understanding. Once an official translation is available, we will update in case there is a requirement. | Mandatory | All | 30-09-2020 |
| Karnataka | Government Of Karnataka Adopts Notification Issued By The Ministry Of Civil Aviation, Government Of India, Pertaining To Rt-Pcr Testing At Entry Airport For The Arriving International Transfer Passengers | 02-09-2020 | The Government of Karnataka (Government) has adopted an earlier Notification issued by the Ministry of Civil Aviation, Government of India, pertaining to RT-PCR testing at entry airport for the arriving international transfer passengers. The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare had issued guidelines requiring the international arriving passengers having RT-PCR negative report to be exempted from institutional quarantine. Accordingly, the Ministry of Civil Aviation had issued an office memorandum on 7th August 2020, allowing onward air journey of international arriving passengers, when exemption was granted by the State Authorities (of entry airport) on the basis of a negative RT-PCR test report, for which test was conducted within 96 hours prior to undertaking the journey. Some of the key points from the Guidelines: i. Passengers will have an option to get an RT-PCR (Including GeneXpert) testing done at the entry airport and if the RT-PCR test results are negative, then the passenger will be permitted to take connecting flight to other domestic destinations in India without needing to be quarantined at the city of entry airport; ii. Airport Operator will create Sample Collection cum Waiting Lounge ("Waiting Lounge") - a facility for RT-PCR testing and sample collection at the airport along with a Waiting Lounge. Facility for testing and sample collection should be in strict compliance with the protocols established by ICMR and NABL in this regard. One representative of State authorities (of entry airport) will also be present in the Waiting lounge. iii. Process of sample collection and testing should be in strict compliance with the protocols established by ICMR and NABL in this regard. Passport of the passenger will be retained by the State authority at the Sample Collection cum Waiting Lounge till the Test results are available. Once the test result is available, Waiting Lounge will Intimate the passenger regarding the same. iv. If the result is negative, the passenger will be stamped 'RT-PCR negative' and 'State Quarantined till (applicable date) on the hand by the State Authority available at the Waiting lounge, will be handed over his/her passport, and will be permitted to exit the Waiting Lounge and proceed to the Departures to catch the connecting flight. v. If the result is positive, the passenger will be processed in line with applicable ICMR protocols by the State authorities. vi. No passenger should be able to make an unauthorized exit. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended document. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Chhattisgarh | The District Magistrate Of Bastar In Chhattisgarh Extends The Implementation Of Prohibitory Order Dated 26Th August, 2020 Till 08Th September, 2020 | 01-09-2020 | In an Order addressed to the general public of Nagar Panchayat Geedam District (in Dakshin Bastar of Dantewada), the District Magistrate of Bastar in Chhattisgarh has extended the implementation of provisions contained in the Prohibitory Order dated 26th August, 2020 till 08th September, 2020 with a view to further contain the spread of COVID-19. Prohibited Activities- 1. Various types of gatherings, rallies, processions, religious / cultural / social / political / sports events, unwanted variance, matrimonial programs is strictly prohibited. 2. Restaurants, sports complexes, parks, club houses, association buildings and other such places etc. are prohibited; 3. All educational institutions, coaching institutes will be closed. Educational activity will be allowed through online and distance learning. Tourist places located in the 3 Nagar Panchayat area will be closed; 4. Lodges, hotels, matrimonial buildings and lawns, auditoriums, community buildings etc. will remain closed; 5. All types of religious events, social state, educational and cultural events are banned for public use; 6. Restrictions are imposed on more than 05 people accumulating in public and private places; 7. Further, movement for non-essential activities from 07.00 pm to 07.00 am is strictly restricted for all non-essential activities; 8. Migration without permission is prohibited; 9. Persons coming out of the house will be required to cover the mouth and nose with a mask or piece of cloth and adhere to physical distancing; 10. The means of public transport are restricted to buses, auto taxis, cycle rickshaws; 11. Spitting in public places is prohibited. Fines will be imposed for spitting in public places 12. Consumption of liquor, paan, gutkha in public places is prohibited and sale of paan, gutkha, tambakhu and gudakhu is prohibited; 13. Mask profiteering, black marketing is prohibited; Please note that on violation of any of the above directive the person will be punishable offense under Section 188 of the Indian Penal Code 1860 (45 of 1860). Permitted Activities: 1. Health a) All hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, drug shops, pharmacy, laboratory, veterinary hospitals, veterinary related activity, artificial insemination, necessary supply chains related to these, related construction, oxygen plant, hospital related construction work, ambulance and health workers transport and the like may operate. There is no curfew restriction. 2. Agriculture and allied activities: a) Agricultural work by farmers, activities related to the purchase and sale of forest produce, buyers and sellers, agricultural societies, establishments for sale of machinery and parts related to agriculture. b) Operation of the shop related to fertilizer, seeds and pesticides will be allowed; c) Hatcheries, shops related to aquariums, cold chains and sales related to fish production, sale of food related to poultry will be allowed. d) Processing of cashew and cereals, rice mill, dairy, milk, collection, processing, cowshed, kanji house, transportation and storage of animal food will be allowed. e) Vegetable, fruit, grocery, dairy shop operations will be allowed. 3. Financial Institutions: a) All banks, ATM, Insurance company, facility centre related to Choice Centre, Bank Sakhi, Post Office will be allowed to operate. 4. Transport of goods and cargo of all types of goods will be allowed through freight vehicles. 5. All types of e-commerce courier services, door to door delivery will be allowed. Other essential activities permitted- a) There will be no restriction on the operation of Police, Forest, Municipal Army, Fire Service, Disaster, Jail, Municipal Offices. b) There will be no time limit for operation of telecom, petrol pumps, water, electricity, emergency services and media related services. The above-mentioned establishments may be operated under the following conditions: i. The time of operation of the above mentioned shops, business establishments etc. in Nagar Panchayat Gidam area will be from 09.00 am to 04.00 pm. ii. For milk distribution and newspaper distribution, there will be an additional discount from 07.00 am to 09.00 am and from 05.00 pm to 07.00 pm. iii. There will be no time restriction in operation of health care related service and drug stores. 100% buyer - seller and shop staff will be required to use masks. iv. Availability of sanitizer and hand-washing in the shop must be ensured along with social distancing. Please note that the Order is in Vernacular and we have translated it to the best of our understanding. Once an official translation is available, we will update in case there is a requirement. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Haryana | District Administration Of Gurugram Notifies Guidelines To Re-Open Prohibited Activities In Phased Manner Outside Containment Zones; Lockdown In Containment Zones Extended Till 30Th September, 2020 | 01-09-2020 | The District Disaster Management Authority, Gurugram has issued guidelines for phased re-opening of prohibited activities in areas outside Containment Zones while extending the lockdown in Containment Zones upto 30th September, 2020. The guidelines will be in force upto 30th September, 2020 and are as follows 1. Use of Aarogya Setu: a. With a view to ensure safety in offices and workplaces, employers will have to ensure on best effort basis that the employees have Aarogya Setu App installed in their mobile phones. It shall be the responsibility of the Heads of the Organizations to ensure 100% coverage of this app among the employees; b. For persons who do not own smart phones, the option "Aarogya IVRS 1921 service" launched by the GOI for feature phones and landlines may be utilised for sharing information about the employee's health status. 2. In areas outside Containment Zones, all activities will be permitted except the following a. Schools, colleges, educational and coaching institutions for students, and for regular class activity will continue to remain closed till 30th September, 2020. However, online/distance learning will be permitted and encouraged, upto 50% teaching staff may be permitted to be called to schools in areas outside containment zones w.e.f. 21st September, 2020. In addition to this, students of classes 9 to 12 may be permitted to visit their schools in areas outside Containment Zones on voluntary basis (with written permission of parents) w.e.f. 21st September, 2020; b. Metro rail will be allowed to operate with effect from 7th September, 2020 in a graded manner; c. Social / academic / sports / entertainment / cultural / religious / political functions and other congregations (with a ceiling of 100 persons) will be permitted from 21st September, 2020 with mandatory wearing of masks, social distancing, provision for thermal scanning and hand wash or sanitizer. Further, marriage related gatherings with number of guests not exceeding 50 and funeral/last rites related gatherings with number of persons not exceeding 20 will continue to be allowed up to 20th September, 2020, after which the ceiling of 100 persons will apply; d. Cinema halls, swimming pools, entertainment parks, theatres and similar places will remain closed. However, open air theatres will be permitted to open with effect from 21st September, 2020; e. International air travel of passengers except as permitted by MHA; 3. There will be no restriction on inter-State and intra-State movement of persons and goods. No separate permission / approval / e-permit will be required for such movement. Movement by passenger trains; domestic passenger air travel; movement of persons on Vande Bharat and Air Transport Bubble flights; and sign-on and sign-off of Indian seafarers will continue to be regulated as per SOPs issued; 4. Persons above 65 years of age, persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women, and children below the age of 10 years are advised to stay at home, except for essential and health purposes; 5. National Directives for COVID-19 Management will continue to be followed; 6. Any person violating these lockdown measures and the National Directives for COV1D-19 Management will be liable to be proceeded against as per the provisions of Section 51 to 60 of the Disaster Management Act. 2005, besides legal action under Section 188 of the IPC, and other legal provisions as applicable; In addition to these guidelines, the District Magistrate Gurugram by an Order dated 2nd September, 2020 has issued containment orders for certain areas where there has been a surge in COVID-19 positive cases. Further, these Containment Zones will be de-notified after a period of 14 days provided that no new cases are reported in any of such zones. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | All | 30-09-2020 |
| Kerala | Kerala Government Extends Lockdown In Containment Zones Till 30Th September, 2020; Mha Unlock-4 Guidelines To Be Implemented In The Entire State | 01-09-2020 | The Government of Kerala has ordered the implementation of the Ministry of Home Affairs Unlock - 4 Order in the entire State of Kerala. The District Collectors, District Police Chiefs and Head of Departments will ensure that the guidelines are followed by all and the District Collectors are authorized to take appropriate measures including additional restrictions in the containment zones in order to prevent the spread of COVID-19 infection. Key Highlights: 1. All activities have been permitted in Non-Containment Zones, barring a few activities, dates for which have been specified in some cases or will be decided separately for others, and necessary SOPs issued thereof for ensuring social distancing and to contain the spread of COVID-19; 2. State or Union Territory Governments shall not impose any local lockdown outside Containment Zones at State/ District / sub-division/ City-level, without prior consultation with the Central Government; 3. No restriction on inter-State and intra-State movement of persons and goods including those for cross land-border trade under Treaties with neighbouring countries. Separate permission/ approval/ permit shall not be required for such movement. However, movement of passenger trains, domestic passenger air travel, Vande Bharat and Air Transport Bubble flights and sign-on and sign-off of Indian seafarers will continue to be regulated by SOPs issued earlier; 4. Containment Zones to be notified on the websites by respective District Collectors and by the States / Union Territories; 5. Employers to ensure on best effort basis that Aarogya Setu App is installed by all employees having compatible mobile phones; 6. Wearing of face cover is compulsory in public places; in workplaces; and during transport; 7. Individuals must maintain a minimum distance of 6 feet (2 gaz ki doori) in public places; shops to ensure physical distancing among customers; 8. Spitting in public places will be punishable with fine (as may be prescribed by the State / UT local authority in accordance with its laws, rules or regulations); 9. Additional requirements in all Workplaces: i. Work from home (WFH): As far as possible the practice of WFH should be followed; ii. Staggering of work/business hours will be followed in offices, workplaces, shops, markets and industrial & commercial establishments; iii. Screening & Hygiene: Provision for thermal scanning, hand wash or sanitizer will be made at all entry and exit points along with common areas; iv. Frequent sanitization of entire workplace, common facilities and all points which come into human contact e.g. door handles etc., will be ensured, including between shifts; v. Social distancing: All persons in charge of workplaces to ensure adequate distance between workers, adequate gaps between shifts, staggering the lunch breaks of staff etc. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order or the hyperlink provided below. | Mandatory | All | 30-09-2020 |
| Madhya Pradesh | Madhya Pradesh Govt. Notifies Guidelines To Implement Unlock 4.0 In The State; More Activities Permitted Outside Containment Zones; Lockdown Extended In Containment Zones Upto 30Th September, 2020 | 01-09-2020 | In a Notification dated 1st September, 2020, the Government of Madhya Pradesh has informed that lockdown in the State will be implemented as per the MHA Unlock 4 Order (issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs on 29th August, 2020) in order to contain the spread of the pandemic COVID-19 and ensure phased re-opening in the State. 1. Activities permitted during Unlock 4 period outside Containment Zones: In areas outside the Containment Zones, all activities will be permitted, except the following: i. Schools, colleges, educational and coaching institutions: Schools, colleges, educational and coaching institutions will remain continue to remain closed for students and regular class activity up to 30th September, 2020. However, following will be permitted: a. Online/ distance learning shall continue to be permitted and will be encouraged b. States/ UTs may permit upto 50% of teaching and non-teaching staff to be called to the schools at a time for online teaching/ tele counselling and related work, in areas outside the Containment Zones only, with effect from 21st September 2020 for which, Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) will be issued by the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare (MOHFW) c. Students of classes 9 to 12 may be permitted to visit their schools, in areas outside the Containment Zones only, on voluntary basis, for taking guidance from their teachers. This will be subject to written consent of their parents/ guardians and will be permitted with effect from 21st September 2020 for which, SOP will be issued by MoHFW ii. Metro rail: Metro rail will be allowed to operate with effect from 7th September, 2020 in a graded manner, by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MOHUA) / Ministry of Railways (MOR), in consultation with MHA. In this regard, SOP will be issued by MOHUA. iii. Social/ academic/ sports/ entertainment/ cultural/ religious/ political functions: Social/ academic/ sports/ entertainment/ cultural/ religious/ political functions and other congregations with a ceiling of 100 persons, will be permitted with effect from 21st September 2020, with mandatory wearing of face masks, social distancing, provision for thermal scanning and hand wash or sanitizer. However, marriage related gatherings with number of guests not exceeding 50 and funeral/ last rites related gatherings with number of persons not exceeding 20 will continue to be allowed upto 20th September 2020, after which the ceiling of 100 persons will apply. iv. Cinema halls, swimming pools, entertainment parks, theatres: Cinema halls, swimming pools, entertainment parks, theatres and similar places will remain closed. However, open air theatres will be permitted to open with effect from 21st September 2020. v. International air travel of passengers, except as permitted by MHA. 2. Lockdown limited to Containment Zones- i. Lockdown will continue to remain in force in the Containment Zones till 30th September, 2020. ii. Containment Zones will be demarcated by the District authorities after taking into consideration the guidelines of Ministry of Health & Family Welfare (MoHFW) with the objective of effectively breaking the chain of transmission. Strict containment measures will be enforced in these containment zones and only essential activities will be allowed. iii. These Containment Zones will be notified on the websites by the respective District Collectors and by the States/ UTs and information will be shared with MOHFW. 3. State/ UT Governments shall not impose any local lockdown (State/ District/ subdivision/City level), outside the containment zones, without prior consultation with the Central Government. 4. No restriction on Inter-State and intra-State movement: There must not be any restriction on inter-State and intra-State movement of persons and goods including those for cross land-border trade under Treaties with neighbouring countries. No separate permission/ approval/ e-permit will be required for such movements. 5. Movement of persons with SOPs: Movement by passenger trains; domestic passenger air travel; movement of persons on Vande Bharat and Air Transport Bubble flights; and sign-on and sign-off of Indian seafarers will continue to be regulated as per SOPs issued. 6. Protection of vulnerable persons: Persons above 65 years of age, persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women, and children below the age of 10 years are advised to stay at home, except for essential and health purposes. 7. Use of Aarogya Setu - With a view to ensuring safety in offices and work places, employers on best effort basis should ensure that Arogya Setu is installed by all employees having compatible mobile phones. 8. General Directives for COVID-19 Management: ¢ Face coverings: Wearing of face cover is compulsory in public places; in workplaces; and during transport. Fine of Rs. 200 in Municipal Corporation areas and Rs. 100 in other areas shall be imposed for not wearing face cover as required. ¢ Social Distancing: Individuals must maintain a minimum distance of 6 feet (2 gaz ki doori) in public places; shops to ensure physical distancing among customers; ¢ Spitting in public places will be punishable with fine (as may be prescribed in accordance with laws, rules or regulations); 9. Additional requirements in all Workplaces: ¢ Work from home (WFH): As far as possible the practice of WFH should be followed; ¢ Staggering of work/business hours will be followed in offices, workplaces, shops, markets and industrial & commercial establishments; ¢ Screening & Hygiene: Provision for thermal scanning, hand wash or sanitizer will be made at all entry and exit points along with common areas; ¢ Frequent sanitization of entire workplace, common facilities and all points which come into human contact e.g. door handles etc., will be ensured, including between shifts; ¢ Social distancing: All persons in charge of workplaces to ensure adequate distance between workers, adequate gaps between shifts, staggering the lunch breaks of staff etc. Any person violating these measures will be liable to be proceeded against as per the provisions of the Disaster Management Act, 2005, besides legal action under Section 188 of the Indian Penal Code. | Mandatory | All | 30-09-2020 |
| Haryana | District Administration, Rewari Issues Orders To Extend Lockdown In The Containment Zones Up To 30Th September 2020; Calls For Reopening Activities In A Phased Manner Outside Containment Zones. | 01-09-2020 | The District Administration of Rewari in Haryana has notified the extension of lockdown in the Containment Zones up to 30th September 2020 re-opening of activities prohibited earlier, in a phased manner outside Containment Zones. Key Highlights: 1. Schools, colleges, educational and coaching institutions will remain closed for students and regular class activity up to 30th September 2020. However, the following will be permitted: (a) Online/ distance learning will be permitted; (b) Up to 50% of teaching and non-teaching staff may be called to schools at a time for online teaching / tele-counselling "related work in areas outside the Containment Zones only, with effect from 21st September for which, Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) will be issued by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. (c) Students of classes 9 to 12 may be permitted to visit their schools, in areas outside the Containment Zones only, on voluntary basis, for taking guidance from teachers. This is subject to written consent of parents / guardians and will be permitted with effect from 21st September 2020 for which SOP will be issued by Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. (d) Skill or Entrepreneurship training will be permitted in National Skill Training Institute, Industrial Training Institute (ITIS), Short term training centres registered with National skill Development Corporation or State Skill Development Missions or other Ministries of Government of India or State Governments. (e) National Institute for Entrepreneurship and small Business Development (NIESBUD) India Institute of Entrepreneurship (IIE) and their training providers will also be permitted with effect from 21st September, 2020, for which SOP will be issued by Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. 2. Use of Aarogya Setu app is mandatory for all compatible mobile phones of all employees, both private and public. The Heads of the respective organizations to ensure 100% coverage of this app among the employees; 3. For persons who do not own smart phones, the option "Aarogya IVRS 1921 service" has been launched by the Government of India for feature phones and landlines may be utilized for sharing information about the employee's health status; 4. Metro Rail has been allowed to operate from 7th September, 2020 in a graded manner by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs / Ministry of Railways in consultation with the Ministry of Home Affairs; 5. Social / academic / sports / entertainment / cultural / religious / political functions and other congregation with a ceiling of 100 persons, will be permitted with effect from 21st September 2020, with mandatory wearing of face masks, social distancing, provision for thermal scanning and hand wash or sanitizer; 6. However, marriage related gatherings with number of guests not exceeding 50 and funeral / last rites related gathering with number of persons exceeding 20 will continue to be allowed up to 20th September 2020, after which the ceiling of 100 persons will apply; 7. There will be no restrictions on inter-State and intra-State movement of goods and persons. No separate permission / approval / e-permit will be required for such movements; 8. Movement by passenger trains, domestic passenger air travel, movement of persons on Vande Bharat and Air Transport Bubble flights; and sign-on and sign-off of Indian seafarers will continue to be regulated as Per SOPs issued; 9. Persons above 65 years of age, persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women, and children below the age of 10 years are advised to stay at home, except for essential and health purposes. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | All | 30-09-2020 |
| Assam | Assam State Disaster Management Authority Issues Orders To Extend Lockdown In The Containment Zones Up To 30Th September 2020; Calls For Reopening Activities In A Phased Manner Outside Containment Zones. | 01-09-2020 | The Assam State Disaster Management Authority (Authority), has issued an Order to extend lockdown in the Containment Zones up to 30th September 2020. By virtue of the same Order, the Authority has also called for reopening of further activities (which were prohibited earlier) outside the Containment Zones. Key Highlights: All activities are permitted outside the Containment Zones, except the following: 1. Schools, colleges, educational and coaching institutes for regular class activities shall remain closed till 30th September 2020; 2. 50% of teaching and non-teaching staff are allowed to attend educational institutions at a time for online teaching/ tele-counselling and related works only in areas outside of Containment Zones; 3. Students of class 9 to 12 are allowed to visit their schools on voluntary basis and with written consent of parents for guidance from teachers only; 4. Skill and entrepreneurship training will be permitted with strict compliance of COVlD-19 protocols and in line with guidelines issued by Ministry of Home Affairs. Government of India. 5. Social/ academic/ sports/ entertainment/ cultural/ religious/ political functions shall be allowed with gathering of maximum of 100 persons at a time with effect from 21st September 2020 with mandatory wearing of face cover and maintenance of all other COVID-19 protocols already issued; 6. However. marriage related gatherings will be restricted to 50 persons and last rite related gatherings shall be restricted to 20 persons at a lime which will continue to remain in force till 20th September 2020 after which 100 persons shall be allowed to gather; 7. Cinema Halls, Swimming Pools, entertainment parks, theatres and similar places will remain closed; 8. There will be no restrictions on inter-State and intra-State movement of persons and goods. No separate pass/ permits etc. will be required for the same; 9. Persons above 65 years of age, persons with co morbidities, pregnant women and children below the age of 10 are advised to stay at home except for medical emergencies; 10. Citizens have been advised to download the Aarogya Setu application in compatible mobile phones and post regular update of their health status on the same. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | All | 30-09-2020 |
| Central | The Director General Of Foreign Trade Issues The Procedure And Criteria For Export Of N-95/Ffp2 Masks | 01-09-2020 | The Director General of Foreign Trade ("DGFT") has, in a Notice dated 31st August, 2020, issued the procedure and criteria for export of N-95/FFP2 Masks. Key Highlights: 1. Only 1 crore total units of such masks have been allowed for the months of August and September. 2. Exporters (only manufacturer exporters) have to apply online through DGFT's ECOM system for export authorisations (Non-SCOMET Restricted items). There is no requirement for sending hard copy of application by mail or post. 3. Only online applications for export, filed between 7th to 9th September, 2020, will be considered 4. Validity of export license granted will be only for 3 months 5. The manufacturers must submit the following self-attested documents for issuance of export licenses: i. documentary proof of manufacturing N-95/FFP2 masks ii. Bureau of Indian Standards certification for such medical masks iii. copy of purchase order or invoice iv. Copy of IEC Only 1 application per IEC will be considered in a month Please refer to the appended document for further details. Source: Director General of Foreign Trade | Mandatory | Manufacturing/export of N-95/FFP2 masks | No end date specified |
| Tamil Nadu | Government Of Tamil Nadu Extends State-Wide Lockdown Till 30Th September, 2020; Issues Guidelines Pertaining To The Same; Lists Out Prohibited Activities In The State During The Lockdown | 01-09-2020 | The Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu in consultation with the senior ministers has Ordered to extend the State-wide lockdown till 12 am of 30th September, 2020. This Order has been taken in view of rising COVID-19 cases in the State and certain restrictions and guidelines have been issued in this regard. The following activities will continue to remain prohibited until further Orders, during the lockdown period throughout the State till 30th September, 2020 - 1. Schools, colleges, educational and coaching institutions will continue to remain closed for students. However, online/distance learning will continue to be permitted and encouraged. 2. All cinema halls, swimming pools, entertainment/amusement parks, theatres, beaches, zoos, tourist places and similar places will remain closed. 3. All international travel of passengers, except for purposes as permitted by MHA. 4. All social/ academic/ sports/ entertainment/ cultural/ religious/ political functions and other congregations. 5. Marriage and related gatherings will not have guests more than 50 and funeral and last rites related gatherings will not have more than 20 people. The following activities are permitted in addition to the existing permitted activities throughout the State - 1. All industries, private offices, export oriented units and IT/ITes are permitted to operate in the State including Chennai with 100% strength. However, IT/ITes companies shall encourage their employees to work from home. Further, COVID-19 Containment Officer (Nodal Officer) may be nominated in offices, industries and other establishments in order to ensure that SOPs are duly followed. 2. Movement of general public is permitted throughout the State between districts without e-pass. However, e-pass system will continue to be in force for the persons who are coming from foreign countries and from other States. 3. All religious places/places of worship across the state will be allowed for public worship. Further, maximum number of devotees permitted for darshan per day will be fixed and only limited persons will be allowed inside. Worship will be allowed only upto 8 pm. 4. Operation of both public and private bus transport within the District and Metropolitan Bus Services in Greater Chennai. 5. Metro rail services are permitted in Greater Chennai w.e.f. 7th September, 2020. 6. Shopping malls, all showrooms and big format stores throughout the State are permitted to operate with 100% staff strength and with air conditioning facility followed by SOPs. 7. All shops across the State including Chennai will operate till 8 pm. 8. Restaurants and tea shops will function from 6 am to 8 pm. In addition to this take away (parcel food) will be permitted upto 9 pm. 9. Hotels, resorts, recreation clubs and other hospitality services are permitted to function after following all SOPs. 10. Public parks and playgrounds are permitted to open up for exercise and all kinds of sports practice. Further, yoga centres are permitted to operate. 11. Banks and other related institutions are permitted to function with 100% strength. 12. Persons travelling to Nilgiris District and all other hill stations like Kodaikanal and Yercaud will have to apply for e-pass from respective District Collectors. 13. Shooting of films relating to cinema industry is permitted subject to SOP issued. Also, only 75 persons will be allowed to work at a single point of time and no spectators are allowed. 14. Complete lockdown on Sundays during the month of September, 2020 stands cancelled. 15. Inter-State rail transport will be permitted in the authorised routes. However, passenger rail transport within the State is prohibited till 15th September, 2020. 16. Fresh protocol for quarantine and testing of foreign and domestic travellers travelling by air and traveller from other States by train will be issued. 17. 50 flights from other States are permitted to land in Chennai airport daily as against 25 flights permitted earlier. Some points to note - 1. Lockdown will continue to remain in force in the Containment Zones till 30th September, 2020. Further, Containment Zones will be demarcated by the District authorities after taking into consideration the guidelines of Ministry of Health & Family Welfare (MoHFW) with the objective of effectively breaking the chain of transmission. Strict containment measures will be enforced in these containment zones and only essential activities will be allowed. 2. Movement by passenger trains; domestic passenger air travel; movement of persons on Vande Bharat and Air Transport Bubble flights and sign-on and sign-off of Indian seafarers will continue to be regulated as per SOPs issued. 3. Persons above 65 years of age, persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women, and children below the age of 10 years are advised to stay at home, except for essential and health purposes. 4. With a view to ensuring safety in offices and work places, employers on best effort basis should ensure that Arogya Setu is installed by all employees having compatible mobile phones. General Directives for COVID-19 Management: 1. Face coverings: Wearing of face cover is compulsory in public places; in workplaces; and during transport. Fine of Rs. 200 in Municipal Corporation areas and Rs. 100 in other areas shall be imposed for not wearing face cover as required. 2. Social Distancing: Individuals must maintain a minimum distance of 6 feet (2 gaz ki doori) in public places; shops to ensure physical distancing among customers; 3. Spitting in public places will be punishable with fine (as may be prescribed in accordance with laws, rules or regulations); Additional requirements in all Workplaces: 1. Work from home (WFH): As far as possible the practice of WFH should be followed; 2. Staggering of work/business hours will be followed in offices, workplaces, shops, markets and industrial & commercial establishments; 3. Screening & Hygiene: Provision for thermal scanning, hand wash or sanitizer will be made at all entry and exit points along with common areas; 4. Frequent sanitization of entire workplace, common facilities and all points which come into human contact e.g. door handles etc., will be ensured, including between shifts; 5. Social distancing: All persons in charge of workplaces to ensure adequate distance between workers, adequate gaps between shifts, staggering the lunch breaks of staff etc. Any person violating these measures will be liable to be proceeded against as per the provisions of the Disaster Management Act, 2005, besides legal action under Section 188 of the Indian Penal Code. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | All | 30-09-2020 |
| Maharashtra | Thane Municipal Corporation Implements Lockdown In Hotspot Areas In Thane Municipal Corporation Till 30Th September, 2020 | 01-09-2020 | In a Notification dated 29th August, 2020, the Thane Municipal Corporation has issued an Order to continue lockdown in hotspot areas in Thane Municipal Corporation till 30th September, 2020 in order to prevent the further spread of the pandemic COVID-19. Further, an annexure is attached with the Order which lists down the various hotspot areas in Thane. Please note that the Order is in vernacular and we have translated it to the best of our understanding. | Mandatory | All | 30-09-2020 |
| Jharkhand | Government Of Jharkhand Extends Lockdown In Containment Zones In The State Till 30Th September; Issues Guidelines For Prevention Of Covid-19 In The State | 01-09-2020 | Government of Jharkhand has extended the State-wide lockdown in Containment Zones till 30th September, 2020 and issued guidelines for strict implementation. The guidelines are as follows 1. All economic activities which have not been specifically prohibited, are permitted outside Containment Zones. 2. Following activities are prohibited a. Social / political / sports / entertainment / academic / cultural / religious functions / fairs / processions and other large congregations; b. Schools / colleges / educational / training / coaching institutions etc. c. Cinema halls, swimming pools, gymnasiums, entertainment parks, theatres, bars, auditoriums, assembly halls and similar places; d. Interstate transport by bus; e. Religious places/places of worship will remain closed. Few additional guidelines: - a. Wearing of masks is compulsory in public places, in workplaces and during transport; b. Strict social distancing of minimum 6 feet to be followed in public places; c. Marriage related gatherings should not have more than 50 guests and all should wear face masks / cover. District Magistrate to be intimated at least 7 days before to the date of function; d. Funeral / last rites gatherings should not have more than 20 persons. e. Spitting in public places is not allowed; f. Consumption of liquor, paan, gutka, tobacco etc. in public places is prohibited. g. Hotels, restaurants, public transport, shopping malls and religious places which have opened, need to follow SOPs issued by the Government. h. Examinees of examinations are exempted from all restrictions related to containment zones and admit cards will be treated as entry pass for this purpose. Examinees are also exempted from mandatory quarantine protocol in the course of inter-state movement for the purpose of appearing in examination. i. Any person violating these guidelines will be liable to be punished as per provisions of the Disaster Management Act, 2005 besides legal action under the IPC and other legal provisions as applicable. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | All | 30-09-2020 |
| Karnataka | Karnataka Government Issues Guidelines To Implement Unlock 4.0 In The State From 1St September, 2020; More Activities Re-Opened Outside Containment Zones; Lockdown Extended In Containment Zones Up To 30Th September, 2020 | 31-08-2020 | In consonance with the MHA Unlock 4.0 Order issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs on 29th August, 2020, the Government of Karnataka has issued Guidelines for implementing Phased Re-opening of activities (Unlock 4), effective from 1st September, 2020 up to 30th September 2020. 1. Activities permitted during Unlock 4 period outside Containment Zones All activities have been permitted outside Containment Zones, except the following: (i) Schools, colleges, educational and coaching institutions for students and regular class activities to remain closed till 30th September, 2020. Online/ distance learning shall continue to be permitted and be encouraged; (ii) From 21st September, 2020 onwards, the following will be permitted subject the specific Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) which will be issued by the MoHFW and Primary and Secondary Education Department, Government of Karnataka: a. District may permit upto 50% of teaching and non-teaching staff to be called to the schools at a time for online teaching/ tele-counselling and related work, in areas outside the Containment Zones only; b. Students of classes 9 to 12 may be permitted to visit their schools, in areas outside the Containment Zones only, on voluntary basis, for taking guidance from their teachers. This will be subject to written consent of their parents/ guardians; (iii) Skill or Entrepreneurship training will be permitted in National Skill Training Institutes, Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs), Short term training centres registered with National Skill Development Corporation or State Skill Development Missions or other Ministries of Government of India or State Government. National Institute for Entrepreneurship and Small Business Development (NIESBUD), Indian Institute of Entrepreneurship (IIE) and their training providers will also be permitted. These will be permitted from 21st September, 2020 onwards, subject to specific SOPs which will be issued by the MoHFW and Skill Development, Entrepreneurship and Livelihood Department, Government of Karnataka. (iv) Higher Education Institutions only for research scholars (Ph.D.) and post-graduate students of technical and professional programmes requiring laboratory/ experimental works will be permitted by the Department of Higher Education (DHE) in consultation with MHA, based on the assessment of the situation, and keeping in view incidence of COVID-19 in the State. (v) International air travel of passengers, except as permitted by MHA; (vi) Metro rail will be allowed to operate with effect from 7th September, 2020 in a graded manner, by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MOHUA)/ Ministry of Railways (MOR), in consultation with MHA. In this regard, SOP will be issued by MOHUA and Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL); (vii) Cinema halls, swimming pools, entertainment parks, theatres, and similar places will remain closed. However, open air theatres will be permitted to open with effect from 21st September, 2020; (viii) Social / political / sports / entertainment / academic / cultural / religious functions and other large congregations with a ceiling of 100 persons, will be permitted with effect from 21st September, 2020, with mandatory wearing of face masks, social distancing, provision for thermal scanning and hand wash or sanitizer. Marriages and funeral gatherings must observe the restrictions notified earlier till 20th September, 2020, after which the ceiling of 100 persons will apply: a. gatherings relating to marriage must not have guests exceeding 50 in number. b. for funeral/ last rites related gatherings the number of persons must not exceed 20. 2. Lockdown limited to Containment Zones (i) Lockdown shall continue to remain in force in the Containment Zones till 30th September,2020 (ii) Containment Zones will be demarcated by the BBMP / District authorities after taking into consideration the guidelines of Ministry of Health & Family Welfare (MoHFW) and Department of Health & Family Welfare, Govt. of Karnataka with the objective of effectively breaking the chain of transmission. (iii) In the Containment Zones, only essential activities will be allowed. There will be strict perimeter control to ensure that there is no movement of people in or out of these zones, except for medical emergencies and for maintaining supply of essential goods and services. In the Containment Zones, there shall be intensive contact tracing, house-to-house surveillance, and other clinical interventions, as required. (iv) Containment Zones will be notified on the websites by the respective Commissioner, BBMP, Deputy Commissioners and information will be shared with MoHFW. (v) Activities in the Containment Zones shall be monitored strictly by the BBMP/District authorities, and the guidelines related to containment measures in these zones shall be strictly implemented. (vi) BBMP / District Authorities shall not impose any local lockdown (BBMP/ District/ Taluk/ ULB/ Village level), outside the Containment Zones, without prior consultation with the State Government and Central Government. 3. There shall be no restriction on inter-State and intra-State movement of persons and goods. No separate permission/ approval/ e-permit will be required for such movements. People coming to Karnataka State from other States must strictly adhere to the prevailing Guidelines / SOPs issued by Department of Health and Family Welfare and Revenue Department. 4. Movement by passenger trains, domestic passenger air travel, Vande Bharat and Air Transport Bubble flights and sign-on and sign-off of Indian seafarers will continue to be regulated by SOPs issued earlier. 5. Persons above 65 years; with co-morbidities, pregnant women and children below 10 years to stay at home, except for essential activities and health purposes; 6. Use of Aarogya Setu - With a view to ensuring safety in offices and work places, employers on best effort basis should ensure that Aarogta Setu is installed by all employees having compatible mobile phones. 7. General Directives for COVID-19 Management: ¢ Face coverings: Wearing of face cover is compulsory in public places; in workplaces; and during transport. Fine of Rs. 200 in Municipal Corporation areas and Rs. 100 in other areas shall be imposed for not wearing face cover as required. ¢ Social Distancing: Individuals must maintain a minimum distance of 6 feet (2 gaz ki doori) in public places; shops to ensure physical distancing among customers; ¢ Spitting in public places will be punishable with fine (as may be prescribed in accordance with laws, rules or regulations); 8. Additional requirements in all Workplaces: ¢ Work from home (WFH): As far as possible the practice of WFH should be followed; ¢ Staggering of work/business hours will be followed in offices, workplaces, shops, markets and industrial & commercial establishments; ¢ Screening & Hygiene: Provision for thermal scanning, hand wash or sanitizer will be made at all entry and exit points along with common areas; ¢ Frequent sanitization of entire workplace, common facilities and all points which come into human contact e.g. door handles etc., will be ensured, including between shifts; ¢ Social distancing: All persons in charge of workplaces to ensure adequate distance between workers, adequate gaps between shifts, staggering the lunch breaks of staff etc. Any person violating these measures will be liable to be proceeded against as per the provisions of the Disaster Management Act, 2005, besides legal action under Section 188 of the Indian Penal Code. | Mandatory | All | 30-09-2020 |
| Punjab | Punjab Government Issues Revised Guidelines For International Arrivals | 31-08-2020 | The Punjab Government has in a publication dated August 31, 2020 on its official website informed that the State has issued revised guidelines for international arrivals. 1. Before planning for travel, all travellers should ensure the following: a. Submit a self-declaration form on the online portal (www.newdelhiairport.in) at least 72 hours before the scheduled travel. b. Give an undertaking on the portal that they would undergo mandatory quarantine for 14 days i.e. 7 days paid institutional quarantine at their own cost, followed by 7 days of isolation at home with self-monitoring of health. 2. It has been clarified that travellers can apply directly online for home quarantine under which only for compelling reasons/cases of human distress such as pregnancy, death in family, serious illness and parent(s) with children of the age of 10 years or below, home quarantine may be permitted for 14 days. Persons wishing to seek such exemption must apply to the online portal (www.newdelhiairport.in) at least 72 hours before boarding. 3. International travellers can submit the COVID-19 test report on portal and it is compulsory to report district administration about his/her arrival in the district. The 4. decision taken by the government as communicated on the online portal will be final. 4. Travellers may also seek exemption from institutional quarantine by submitting a negative RTPCR test report on arrival. This test should have been conducted within 96 hrs prior to undertaking the journey. The test report should be uploaded on the portal for consideration. 5. Each passenger must also submit a declaration with respect to authenticity of the report and will be liable for criminal prosecution, if found otherwise. The test report could also be produced upon arrival at the point of entry airport in India. Process during Boarding and while on Board: 1. Before boarding, Dos and Don'ts shall be provided along with ticket to the travellers by the agencies concerned. All passengers shall be advised to download Arogya Setu app on their mobile devices. At the time of boarding the flight/ ship, only asymptomatic travellers will be allowed to board after thermal screening. Passengers arriving through the land borders will also have to undergo the same protocol as above, and only those who are asymptomatic will be enabled to cross the border into India. Suitable precautionary measures such as environmental sanitation and disinfection shall be ensured at the airports. 2. During boarding and at the airports, all possible measures to ensure social distancing to be ensured. During journey, travellers who had not filled in self-declaration form on the portal shall fill the same in duplicate in the flight/ship and a copy of the same will be given to Health and Immigration officials present at the airport/ seaport/ Iandport. Alternatively, such travellers may submit self-declaration form on the online portal at arriving airport/ seaport/ Iandport as per the directions of the concerned authorities, if such facility is available. 3. Suitable announcement about COVID-19, including precautionary measures to be followed, shall be made at airports/port and in flights/ships and during transit. While on board the flight/ ship, required precautions such as wearing of masks, environmental hygiene, respiratory hygiene, hand hygiene etc. are to be observed by airline/ ship staff, crew and all passengers. Process on Arrival and de-boarding 1. Social distancing must be ensured. 2. Thermal screening would be carried out in respect of all the passengers by the Health officials present at the airport/ seaport/ Iandport. 3. The self-declaration form filled online shall be shown (or a copy of physical self-declaration form to be submitted) to the airport health staff. 4. The passengers found to be symptomatic during screening shall be immediately isolated and taken to medical facility as per health protocol. 5. Post thermal screening, the passengers who have been exempted from institutional quarantine (decision as indicated on the online portal in advance) will show the same to the respective State Counters on their cell phones/other mode before being allowed home quarantine for 14 days. 6. Remaining passengers will be taken to suitable institutional quarantine facilities and be kept under institutional quarantine for a minimum period of 7 days. They will be tested as per ICMR protocol available at https://www.mohfw.gov.in/pdf/Revisedtestingguidelines.pdf. If they test positive, they shall be assessed clinically. If they are assessed as asymptomatic / pre-symptomatic/ very mild cases, they will be allowed home isolation or isolated in the COVID Care Centre (both public & private facilities) as appropriate. Those having mild/ moderate/ severe symptoms will be admitted to dedicated COVID Health facilities and managed accordingly. If passenger found negative, they shall be advised to further isolate themselves at home and self-monitor their health for 7 days. In case, any symptoms develop they shall inform the district surveillance officer or the state/national call center For a detailed read, please refer to the appended document. | Mandatory | Individuals | No end date specified |
| Chandigarh | Chandigarh Government Implements Phased Re-Opening (Unlock-4) In The Union Territory In Sync With Mha Unlock 4.0 Order; Extends Lockdown In The Containment Zones Upto 30Th September, 2020 | 31-08-2020 | The Government of Chandigarh has in an Order dated 31st August, 2020 extended lockdown in Containment Zones of the Union Territory till 30th September, 2020 in consonance with the MHA Unlock 4 Order (dated 29th August, 2020). Key Takeaways: 1. All activities have been permitted in Non-Containment Zones, barring a few activities, dates for which have been specified in some cases or will be decided separately for others, and necessary SOPs issued thereof for ensuring social distancing and to contain the spread of COVID-19; 2. State or Union Territory Governments shall not impose any local lockdown outside Containment Zones at State/ District / sub-division/ City-level, without prior consultation with the Central Government; 3. Metro rail will be allowed to operate with effect from 7th September 2020, in a graded manner by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MOHUA)/ Ministry of Railways (MOR), in consultation with MHA. In this regard, SOP will be issued by MOHUA; 4. No restriction on inter-State and intra-State movement of persons and goods including those for cross land-border trade under Treaties with neighbouring countries. Separate permission/ approval/ permit shall not be required for such movement. However, movement of passenger trains, domestic passenger air travel, Vande Bharat and Air Transport Bubble flights and sign-on and sign-off of Indian seafarers will continue to be regulated by SOPs issued earlier; 5. Enforcement of lockdown is limited to Containment Zones; with strict perimeter control, intensive contact tracing, house to house surveillance and other clinical interventions required as per guidelines of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW). States and Union Territories may identify Buffer Zones outside Containment zones, with restrictions as prescribed by District authorities; 6. Containment Zones to be notified on the websites by respective District Collectors and by the States / Union Territories; 7. Employers to ensure on best effort basis that Aarogya Setu App is installed by all employees having compatible mobile phones; 8. Persons above 65 years; with co-morbidities, pregnant women and children below 10 years to stay at home, except for essential activities and health purposes; In Containment Zones: ¢ All non-essential activities continue to be prohibited till 30th September, 2020; ¢ Movement of people in or out of these zones is prohibited (except for medical emergencies and for maintaining supply of essential goods and services). Re-opening of activities outside Containment Zones: All activities have been permitted outside Containment Zones, except the following: ¢ Schools, colleges, educational and coaching institutions for students and regular class activities till 30th September, 2020. Online/ distance learning shall continue to be permitted and shall be encouraged. ¢ From 21st September, 2020 onwards, the following will be permitted subject the specific Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) which will be issued by the MoHFW: a. States/ UTs may permit upto 50% of teaching and non-teaching staff to be called to the schools at a time for online teaching/ tele-counselling and related work, in areas outside the Containment Zones only; b. Students of classes 9 to 12 may be permitted to visit their schools, in areas outside the Containment Zones only, on voluntary basis, for taking guidance from their teachers. This will be subject to written consent of their parents/ guardians; c. Skill or Entrepreneurship training will be permitted in National Skill Training Institutes, Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs), Short term training centres registered with National Skill Development Corporation or State Skill Development Missions or other Ministries of Government of India or State Governments. National Institute for Entrepreneurship and Small Business Development (NIESBUD), Indian Institute of Entrepreneurship (IIE) and their training providers will also be permitted; d. Higher Education Institutions only for research scholars (Ph.D.) and post-graduate students of technical and professional programmes requiring laboratory/ experimental works will be permitted by the Department of Higher Education (DHE) in consultation with MHA, based on the assessment of the situation, and keeping in view incidence of COVID-19 in the States/ UTs. ¢ International air travel of passengers, except as permitted by MHA; ¢ Cinema halls, swimming pools, entertainment parks, theatres, and similar places will remain closed. However, open air theatres will be permitted to open with effect from 21st September, 2020; ¢ Social / political / sports / entertainment / academic / cultural / religious functions and other large congregations with a ceiling of 100 persons, will be permitted with effect from 21st September, 2020, with mandatory wearing of face masks, social distancing, provision for thermal scanning and hand wash or sanitizer. Till 20th September, 2020, marriages and funeral gatherings must observe the restrictions earlier notified after which the ceiling of 100 persons will apply: a. gatherings relating to marriage must not have guests exceeding 50 in number. b. for funeral/ last rites related gatherings the number of persons must not exceed 20. National Directives under Annexure 1 of Unlock 4 Guidelines: General: 1. Face coverings: Wearing of face cover is compulsory in public places; in workplaces; and during transport; 2. Social Distancing: Individuals must maintain a minimum distance of 6 feet (2 gaz ki doori) in public places; shops to ensure physical distancing among customers; 3. Spitting in public places will be punishable with fine (as may be prescribed by the State/UT local authority in accordance with its laws, rules or regulations); Additional requirements in all Workplaces: 1. Work from home (WFH): As far as possible the practice of WFH should be followed; 2. Staggering of work/business hours will be followed in offices, workplaces, shops, markets and industrial & commercial establishments; 3. Screening & Hygiene: Provision for thermal scanning, hand wash or sanitizer will be made at all entry and exit points along with common areas; 4. Frequent sanitization of entire workplace, common facilities and all points which come into human contact e.g. door handles etc., will be ensured, including between shifts; 5. Social distancing: All persons in charge of workplaces to ensure adequate distance between workers, adequate gaps between shifts, staggering the lunch breaks of staff etc. | Mandatory | All | 30-09-2020 |
| Goa | District Magistrate North Goa Imposes Ban/Restrictions On Certain Activities In The District Under Section 144 Of The Code Of Criminal Procedure, 1973 | 31-08-2020 | With a view to contain the spread of COVID-19, the District Magistrate of North Goa has imposed ban / restrictions on certain activities in the District under Section 144 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, with immediate effect and in supersession of earlier Order No. 8/8/2020-MAG/L&O/(VOL-I)/5466 dated 06th August, 2020. The ban / restrictions have been imposed on the following 1. Schools, colleges, educational and coaching institution for students and regular class activity; 2. Swimming pools; 3. Cinema halls, theatres (excluding open air theatres), multiplexes; 4. Open air theatres have been banned till 20th September, 2020; 5. Social / political / sports / entertainment / academic / cultural / religious functions and other large congregations are restricted till 20th September, 2020. Ban on such functions and gatherings with a ceiling of 100 persons will continue after 20th September, 2020; 6. Marriage related gatherings with number of guests not exceeding 50 till 20th September, 2020. In addition to this, ban on such functions having more than 100 persons will continue after 20th September, 2020; 7. Funeral / last rites related gatherings with number of persons not exceeding 20 till 20th September, 2020. Further, ban on such gatherings with a ceiling of 100 persons will continue after 20th September, 2020; 8. Entertainment parks; 9. River Cruises; 10. Casinos. Note - Any person violating these instructions will be punished under Section 188 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Goa | District Magistrate South Goa Imposes Ban/Restrictions On Certain Activities In The District Under Section 144 Of The Code Of Criminal Procedure, 1973 | 31-08-2020 | With a view to contain the spread of COVID-19 in the State of Goa, the District Magistrate of South Goa District has imposed restrictions on certain activities in the District under Section 144 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973; with immediate effect and in supersession of earlier Orders. The ban / restrictions have been imposed on the following 1. Schools, colleges, educational and coaching institution for students and regular class activity; 2. Swimming pools; 3. Cinema halls, theatres (excluding open air theatres), multiplexes; 4. Open air theatres till 20th September, 2020; 5. Social / political / sports / entertainment / academic / cultural / religious functions and other large congregations have been prohibited till 20th September, 2020. Ban on such functions and gatherings with a ceiling of 100 persons will continue after 20th September, 2020; 6. Marriage related gatherings with number of guests not exceeding 50 till 20th September, 2020. In addition to this, ban on such functions having more than 100 persons will continue after 20th September, 2020; 7. Funeral / last rites related gatherings with number of persons not exceeding 20 will continue till 20th September, 2020. Further, ban on such gatherings with a ceiling of 100 persons will continue after 20th September, 2020; 8. Entertainment parks; 9. River Cruises; 10. Casinos. Note - Any person violating instructions contained in the Order will be punishable under Section 188 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Nagaland | Government Of Nagaland Issues Consolidated Guidelines On Lockdown Measures That Will Have To Be Strictly Followed W.E.F. 1St September, 2020 Till 30Th September, 2020; Certain Activities Prohibited In The State | 31-08-2020 | In continuation of the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) Unlock 4 Order dated 29th August, 2020, the State Executive Committee, Nagaland after assessing the existing conditions in the State has issued new consolidated guidelines on lockdown measures on 31st August, 2020 which will be in effect from 1st September, 2020 till 30th September, 2020. The new consolidated guidelines are as follows - 1. Offices/workplaces/industries a. All categories of industries will be permitted to operate subject to social distancing norms; b. Private Banks, ATMs, Pharmacies, Medical Clinics, Nursing Homes, Private Telecom Services, Internet Service Providers, Media Houses, LPG, Petroleum outlets will continue to function as per the existing arrangements. All other kind of private offices/establishments are permitted to open/function with social distancing norms; c. District Administration, Police, Security Forces/Agencies and Medical and essential Service Providers like Treasury, Fire & Emergency Services. Home Guards & Civil Defence, Prisons, PHED, Power, NIC, DIPR, Postal Services, Food & Civil Supplies, Social Welfare, IT&C, Veterinary & Animal Husbandry, Municipalities/Councils. AIR, Doordarshan, BSNL, Public Sector Banks , ATMs will continue to operate as per the current arrangements; d. The Civil Secretariat and Directorates in Kohima and Dimapur and all the Government offices in the Districts will continue to function and 50% staff will be allowed to attend office every alternate week; e. All the Guidelines for Safe Practices in High Risk Settings to prevent transmission of COVID-19, for Offices and Workplaces including Banks and Post Offices will have to be strictly followed. 2. Use of Aarogya Setu App a. With a view to ensure safety in offices and workplaces, employers will have to ensure that the employees have Aarogya Setu App installed in their mobile phones; b. District Authorities may also advise individuals to install the Aarogya Setu app on compatible mobile phones and regularly update their health status on the app. This will facilitate timely provision of medical attention to those individuals who are at risk. 3. The following activities will continue to be prohibited across the State upto 30th September, 2020 - a. Schools, colleges, educational and coaching institutions for students, and for regular class activity. However, online/distance learning will be permitted and encouraged, upto 50% teaching staff may be permitted to be called to schools in areas outside containment zones w.e.f. 21st September, 2020. In addition to this, students of classes 9 to 12 may be permitted to visit their schools in areas outside containment zones on voluntary basis (with written permission of parents) w.e.f. 21st September, 2020; b. Social/academic/sports/entertainment/cultural/religious/political functions and other congregations. However, from 21st September, 2020 such functions and congregations will be permitted with a ceiling of 100 persons with mandatory wearing of masks, social distancing, provision for thermal scanning and hand wash or sanitizer. Further, marriage related gatherings with number of guests not exceeding 50 and funeral/last rites related gatherings with number of persons not exceeding 20 will continue to be allowed up to 20th September, 2020, after which the ceiling of 100 persons will apply; c. International air travel of passengers except as permitted by MHA; d. Cinema halls, swimming pools, entertainment parks. theatres, auditoriums and similar places. However, open air theatres will be permitted to open with effect from 21st September, 2020; e. All the public places in the State like parks, museums. libraries, re-creation centres, etc.; f. Use of public toilets. 4. Entry and Exit points/routes a. Any inbound traveller/returnee will be permitted to enter the State subject to the normal Inner Line Permit (ILP) restrictions, wherever applicable and the health safety protocols; through Dimapur by Train, Air or by Road through the New Field Check Gate and the Dillai Gate; and by road through Khuzarna, Kohima district, Tsutapela and Watiyongpang, Mokokchung district, Naginimora and Tizit, Mon district and Bhandari, Wokha district. However, entry into the State through any other route. or by any other mode of travel will not be allowed, except under special circumstances with the approval of the Home Department; b. Movement of goods vehicles entering or transiting through the State will be allowed through the above mentioned points of entry, after proper medical screening of the drivers and attendants of those vehicles. All other roads/routes will remain closed; c. The International Border of the State with Myanmar will continue to remain sealed as before. 5. Movement of persons and vehicles in the State a. There will be no restriction on the intra and inter district movement of people across the State; b. The intra and inter district movement of private and passenger vehicles of every category is permitted across the State with following certain conditions for ensuring social distancing in different types of vehicles. All passengers will have to wear masks and will have to follow SOPs issued by the Government; c. The fares to be charged by all categories of passenger vehicles will be at the rate as prescribed by the RTAs/DTAs which may consider revising/re-fixing within reasonable limits, keeping in view the restrictions on the number of passengers that any vehicle may carry as well as other requirements that will have to be adhered to by the vehicles. 6. Shops/Markets/Other activities a. Shops and outlets of all categories and Departmental Stores will be allowed to open as per normal hours; b. Shops and hawker stalls of all categories located in marketing complexes and crowded areas like Hongkong Market, New Market in Dimapur Town, BOC Market in Kohima etc. are allowed to open and operate with the condition that only 50% shops will open, also shops will open alternately/or in turns on any particular day with other necessary measures in place in the markets to ensure that crowding is avoided, and all the social distancing norms and health safety protocols are strictly followed; c. All the Guidelines for Safe Practices in High Risk Settings for Shops/Commercial establishments including Takeaway Outlets will be strictly followed; d. Malls will be permitted to open and operate as per normal hours subject to certain conditions/provisions; e. Restaurants are allowed to open and operate subject to certain conditions/provisions; f. Hotels/Lodges are permitted to open and operate subject to adherence to conditions/provisions; g. The Gymnasiums are permitted to open and operate subject to adherence to conditions/provisions; h. Barber shops, salons and beauty parlours are permitted to open and function subject to adherence to conditions/provisions; i. Sports complexes and stadia are allowed to open without the presence of spectators; j. All agriculture and allied activities, forest activities, plantation activities and animal husbandry activities will continue to be permitted with social distancing measures; k. All construction activities, including roads, irrigation projects, buildings and all kinds of industrial projects will continue to be permitted with social distancing measures; l. Religious places/ places of worship in the State will continue to be open to public subject to adherence to conditions/ provisions; m. All other activities not explicitly barred or prohibited in this order or any other order issued by the Government will continue to be permitted subject to social distancing norms. 7. Persons above 65 years of age, persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women, and children below the age of 10 years are advised to stay at home, except for essential and health purposes. 8. Movement by passenger trains; domestic passenger air travel; movement of persons on Vande Bharat and Air Transport Bubble flights; and sign-on and sign-off of Indian seafarers will continue to be regulated as per SOPs issued. 9. Containment Zones a. Lockdown shall remain in force in the Containment Zones till 30th September, 2020; b. Containment Zones will be demarcated by the District authorities at micro level after taking into consideration the guidelines of Directorate of Health & Family Welfare, Government of Nagaland. Strict containment measures will be enforced in these containment zones and only essential activities will be allowed. There shall be strict perimeter control to ensure that there is no movement of people in or out of these zones, except for medical emergencies and for maintaining supply of essential goods and services; c. Containment Zones will be notified on the websites by the respective Deputy Commissioner and information will be shared with Department of Health & Family Welfare, Government of Nagaland and MoHFW, Government of India. 10. All the activities mentioned in this Order will be subject to strict adherence to the National Directives for COVID-19 Management which inter-alia require, compulsory wearing of face mask in all public places, in work places, and during transport and maintenance of social distancing. 11. Any person violating these lockdown measures and the National Directives for COV1D-19 Management will be liable to be proceeded against as per the provisions of Section 51 to 60 of the Disaster Management Act. 2005, besides legal action under Sec. 188 of the IPC, and other legal provisions as applicable. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | All | 30-09-2020 |
| Maharashtra | Department Of Revenue And Forest, Disaster Management, Relief And Rehabilitation, Government Of Maharashtra Issues Guidelines On Easing Of Restrictions And Phase-Wise Opening Of Lockdown (Mission Begin Again) | 31-08-2020 | The Department of Revenue and Forest, Disaster Management, Relief and Rehabilitation, Government of Maharashtra has issued guidelines on Easing of Restrictions and Phase-wise opening of lockdown (Mission Begin Again). The Guidelines will remain in effect till 30th September 2020. The Government of Maharashtra is convinced that the state is threatened with the spread of COVID-19 and it is necessary to adopt emergency measures to prevent and contain the spread of COVID-19. To give effect to this objective, the Government has issued the directions to extend lockdown, with amendments to operationalize Mission Begin Again for easing restrictions and phase-wise opening till 30th September 2020. Key Highlights: Some of the directions brought about into effect by the guidelines are listed below: (a) Wearing of face cover is compulsory in public places, in workplaces and during transport. (b) Individuals must maintain a minimum distance of 6 feet (2 Gaz Ki doori) in public places. (c) Large public gatherings and congregations continue to remain prohibited. At marriage related gatherings. It must be ensured that number of guests not to exceed 50. (d) Consumption of liquor, Paan, gutka, tobacco, etc in public places is prohibited. (e) As far as possible, the practice of work from home should be followed. Staggering of work/ business hours should be followed in offices, workplaces, shops, markets and industrial and commercial establishments. (f) Provision for thermal screening, hand wash and sanitizer should be made available at all entry and exit points and common areas. (g) Frequent sanitization of entire workplace, common facilities and all points which come into human contact for example door handles etc. should be ensured, including between shifts. (h) Activities that remain prohibited in the states are: I. Schools, colleges, educational and coaching institutions will remain closed till 30th September 2020. Online and distance learning will continue to be permitted and encouraged. II. Cinema halls, swimming pools, entertainment parks, theatres (including that in malls and market complexes), bars, auditoriums, assembly halls and similar places. III. International Air travel of passengers, except as permitted by Ministry of Home Affairs. IV. Metro Rail. V. Social/ political/ sports/ entertainment/ academic/ cultural/ religious functions and other large congregations. (i) All essential shops that were allowed to remain open bore this Guideline was issued, will continue to do so. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended order. | Mandatory | All | 30-09-2020 |
| Odisha | Office Of The Special Relief Commissioner, Government Of Odisha Issues Guidelines To Re-Open More Activities In The Areas Outside Of Containment Zones; Extends Lockdown In The Containment Zones Up To 30Th September 2020 | 31-08-2020 | The Office of the Special Relief Commissioner, Government of Odisha (Government) has issued guidelines to re-open more activities in the areas outside of containment zones and to extend the lockdown in the containment zones up to 30th September 2020. Key Highlights: Some of the important aspects of the guidelines are as follows: (a) Lockdown has been enforced within the Containment Zones till 30th September 2020. (b) In the Containment Zones, only essential activities will be allowed. There will be strict perimeter control to ensure that there is no movement of people in or out of these zones, except for medical emergencies and for maintaining supply of essential goods and services. There will be intensive contact tracing, house-to-house surveillance, and other clinical interventions as required by Guidelines of Ministry of Health and Family Welfare / Health & Family Welfare Department, Government of Odisha. (c) The Guidelines prohibit the Authorities from imposing lockdown outside of the containment zones at District, Subdivision, City or below level. (d) The following activities will continue to e prohibited till 30th September 2020: I. Religious places/ places of worship for public. II. International air travel of passengers, except as permitted by Ministry of Home Affairs. III. Cinema halls, swimming pools, entertainment complexes, theatres, auditoriums, assembly halls and similar places. However, open air theatres and similar places will be permitted to open with effect from 21st September 2020. IV. Social, political, sports, entertainment, academic, cultural, religious functions and other large congregations. (e) All offices of State and Central Government and in Private Sector must ensure adherence to the SOP on preventive measures to contain spread of COVID-19 in offices issued by Department of Health & Family Welfare, Government of Odisha dated 30th June 2020. (f) Wearing of face cover/ mask properly has been made compulsory in public places; in workplaces; and in public transport. (g) Individuals are required to maintain a minimum distance of 6 feet in public places. (h) Shops and Commercial Establishments are required to ensure physical distancing and use of face cover/ mask by employees and customers. The onus of compliance to the guideline falls with the owner of the shop/ commercial establishment. He will be liable for any violation which might lead to penal action including closure/ sealing of the premises. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended order. | Mandatory | All | 30-09-2020 |
| Punjab | With The Increase Of Covid Cases Punjab Cm Announces Continuation Of All Existing Restrictions In Urban Areas During Unlock 4.0 Till End Of September | 31-08-2020 | The Chief Minister of Punjab has announced the continuation of all existing restrictions in the urban areas during Unlock 4 till the end of September. As the Covid cases spiral Section 144 CrPC will continue to remain in force along with the weekend and night curfew (7pm to 5am) in all cities of the State. Districts Authorities must however facilitate movement of students and others connected with examinations. Details of the restrictions- 1. Section 144 of the CrPC banning all social, political, religious gatherings, protests and demonstrations will continue to remain in force throughout the State, while gatherings relating to marriage and funerals shall be allowed only for 30 persons and 20 persons respectively. 2. There will be total curfew on Saturdays and Sundays in the municipal states, while movement of individuals for all non-essential activities shall remain prohibited between 7:00 pm to 5:00 am within municipal limits of all the cities of Punjab throughout the week, as per the orders of the Chief Minister. 3. Movement of students and others in connection with all kinds of examinations, admission/entrance tests conducted by Universities, Boards, Public Service Commissions and other institutions has been excluded from the restrictions. 4. Religious places have also been allowed to stay open on all days up to 6.30 p.m., as have been restaurants (including those in malls) and liquor vends. The restrictions on day/time do not apply to hotels. 5. Essential activities and services, movement of persons and goods on National and State Highways, inter-state & intra state movement of persons and unloading of cargo and travel of persons to their destinations after disembarking from buses, trains and aeroplanes will be permitted during the restrictive conditions. These essential services include those related to health, agricultural and related activities, dairying and fishery activities, banks, ATMs, stock markets, insurance companies, on-line teaching, public utilities, public transport, industry in multiple-shifts, construction industry, offices both private and government etc. 6. Shops/malls, except those dealing in essential commodities, will be allowed to remain open till 6.30 p.m. from Monday to Friday but will be closed in all cities on Saturday and Sunday. Shops dealing in essentials will be open even on the weekend, till 6.30 p.m. 7. The existing restriction on passengers in vehicles will continue to remain in force, with only 3 persons including driver to be allowed in a 4-wheeler vehicle, and all buses and public transport vehicles to allow sitting for only half (50%) capacity with no person standing. 8. Government and private offices must operate with 50% staff strength till the end of the month i.e. not more than 50% of employees would be permitted on a particular day. 9. Relaxation with respect to opening of shops in the five worst affected cities of Amritsar, Jalandhar, Patiala, Mohali & Ludhiana have been implemented by removing the condition of only 50% of the non-essential shops being open on a given day in these cities. Police must ensure strict action against the organisers and main participants in case of any violation of orders u/S 144 of Cr.P.C. | Mandatory | All | 30-09-2020 |
| Chandigarh | Chandigarh Govt. Withdraws Earlier Order Dated 01.07.2020 Wherein Movement Of Individuals For All Non-Essential Activities Was Restricted Between 10:00 Pm To 5:00 Am | 31-08-2020 | Chandigarh Government has withdrawn earlier Prohibitory Order dated 1st July, 2020 (please refer to the trail mail for a detailed summary) which prescribed restriction on movement of individuals for all non-essential activities between 10:00 pm to 5:00 am. Background: The above-mentioned Prohibitory Order has been withdrawn in light of the MHA Unlock 4 Order (dated 29th August, 2020) wherein the Ministry of Home Affairs has specifically prohibited State and Union Territories from: a. implementing lockdown (State / District / Sub-division / City Level) outside Containment Zones, without prior consultation with the Central Government; b. Restricting inter-State and intra-State movement of persons and goods. Furthermore, in consonance with the MHA Unlock 4.0 Order, the Chandigarh Government has decided to re-open more activities in areas outside Containment Zones while extending lockdown in the Containment Zones of the Union Territory till 30th September, 2020. | Mandatory | All | 30-09-2020 |
| Central | Office Of Director General Of Civil Aviation Suspends Scheduled International Commercial Passenger Services To/From India Till 2359 Hrs Of 30Th September, 2020 | 31-08-2020 | The Office of the Director General of Civil Aviation (Office) has extended the suspension on scheduled international commercial passenger services to/from India till 2359 hrs of 30th September, 2020. The Office has clarified that this restriction will not be applicable to international all-cargo operations and flights specifically approved by DGCA. The Office has also informed that international scheduled flights will be allowed on selected routes by the competent authority on case to case basis. Please refer to the appended document for further details. Source: Office of the Director General of Civil Aviation | Mandatory | Airlines | 30-09-2020 |
| Tamil Nadu | Tamil Nadu Government Rolls Out Comprehensive Guidelines For Covid-19 Including Testing Guidelines For Passengers Travelling To The State, Demarcates Containment Zones Etc.; Effective 01.09.2020 | 31-08-2020 | The Health and Family Welfare Department, Tamil Nadu (Department) has, in an Order dated 31st August, 2020 issued the Comprehensive Guidelines for COVID-19 in the State that consolidates previous guidelines on testing and quarantine and exemption of passengers travelling from other Districts/States/Countries to Tamil Nadu. The Comprehensive Guidelines will be effective from 1st September, 2020. Areas covered by the Comprehensive Guidelines 1. Testing Strategies Guidelines to be implemented for a. Persons coming from other States/Union Territory by air, railway or road b. Persons coming from other countries by air or ship 2. Guidelines for home isolation of individuals with very mild / mild / pre-symptomatic COVID positive case 3. Strategies for demarcation of Containment Zones for the prevention and control of corona virus 4. Guidelines for categorisation of patients as mild cases / mild-moderate cases / severe cases & high risk cases 5. Discharge Policy for Covid-19 patients (diagram in attachment) Containment Zone 1. Containment zone is formed for areas where cluster of cases or cluster of cases emerge and cluster is defined as area where more than 3 and above index cases are reported or 3 families and more families are affected by COVID-19. i. If there are more than 3 / Index case or 3 households affected a)in case of village, entire village (affected habitation) is demarcated as containment zone b)In Corporation and Municipality affected street or part of the street is demarcated as containment zone depending in ground situation c)In the case of multi storey building the entire affected multi storey building or its part. ii. In case of slums where it is highly crowded, wherein maintaining social distance is a challenge, families of positive cases shall be put in institutional quarantine 2. In cases of up to 3 index cases or only up to three households having positive cases such of those affected households and their neighbours will be put in home quarantine. 3. The containment operations will be over in 14 days, if no active cases appear in the containment zone during the period from the date of last confirmation of positive case. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| West Bengal | West Bengal Govt. Issues Guidelines To Implement Lockdown In Containment Zones Till 30.09.2020; Metro Rail Permitted To Operate From 08.09.2020; State-Wide Complete Lockdown To Be Observed On 7Th, 11Th And 12Th September | 31-08-2020 | In light of the situation caused due to COVID-19, the West Bengal Government has extended lockdown in the Containment Zones of the State till 30th September, 2020. Key Highlights: Earlier lockdown guidelines were effective till 31st August, 2020. With the present Order, lockdown is being extended with certain restrictions and relaxations. Additional Activities Permitted: 1. Open air theatres may operate with effect from 21st September, 2020 with necessary permission from local authorities. 2. Metro Rail permitted to operate in a graded manner with effect from 08th September, 2020. Prohibited Activities: The following activities remain prohibited throughout the State till 30th September, 2020: 1. Schools, ICDS centers, colleges, educational / training / coaching institutions etc. 2. Cinema halls, swimming pools, entertainment parks and theatres. 3. Gatherings and congregations as mentioned in State Government order No. 285-CS/2020 dated 30/07/2020. Complete Lockdown on 7th, 11th and 12th September: The State Government has re-iterated that complete lockdown will be implemented on 7th, 11th and 12th September. On these dates, all government and private offices; commercial establishments; public and private transport including passenger train and passenger flight movements will remain completely closed. The following will be exempt from complete lockdown: a. E-Commerce, capital and debt market services as notified by RBI. b. Print, electronic media and social media; c. Intra-State, inter-State and cross border movement of goods; d. Continuous process industries and industries with in-house workers; e. Health services including movement of health personnel/ patients by public and private transport; f. Medicine shops and pharmacies; g. Law and order, courts, correctional services, fire and emergency services; h. Electricity, water and conservancy services; i. Agriculture operations; Tea Garden operations in field. j. Home delivery of cooked food. 2. Containment Zones will be demarcated by district authorities with strict perimeter control and strict enforcement of containment measures as per the standard protocol. District Magistrates on assessment of local situation may enforce stricter containment measures in their districts. 3. Norms of physical distancing, wearing of masks, health and hygiene protocol must be strictly adhered to at all times. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | All | 30-09-2020 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | Arunachal Pradesh Government Issues Protocol And Guidelines For The State In View Of Covid-19 Pandemic; Prices For Covid-19 Testing Fixed By The State Government | 31-08-2020 | The Department of Health and Family Welfare, Arunachal Pradesh in supersession of all previous notifications for the management of COVID-19 management in the State and in terms with Government of India guidelines for Unlock 4.0 has issued protocol and guidelines for the State of Arunachal Pradesh on 31st August, 2020. These guidelines have come in effect since 1st September, 2020 till 31st September, 2020. 1. Protocol for Inter-State travellers: a. All Inter-State travellers will be tested for COVID-19 by Rapid Antigen Test (RAT) at Point of Entry (PoE)/Helipad of the State; b. The timing for the RAT tests at PoE will be strictly from 8 am to 8 pm; c. If Asymptomatic and Negative by RAT on arrival, travellers may report to work or perform their activities in the State following all COVID-19 precautions such as wearing of masks, social distancing etc. However, they will self-monitor their health for 14 days from the date of their arrival for any symptoms of COVID-19 like fever, cough, cold, throat pain, difficulty in breathing, etc and immediately seek medical consultation without fail or call the District Help line (Displayed prominently at all PoE). Any violations of these instructions will lead to penal action by the concerned Circle Officer; d. If Asymptomatic and Positive by RAT on arrival, travellers will have the option for Home Isolation at their destination District, if they fulfil the criteria for home isolation (Annexure-IIIA). If facility for home isolation is not as per the requirements they will be shifted to the concerned Destination District Covid Care Center (CCC); e. If Symptomatic i.e. having mild symptoms suggestive of COVID-19 and Negative by RAT on arrival, they should self-isolate at home and call the District helpline within 24 hours, whereby they will be directed to the nearest testing center for collection of nasopharyngeal samples for RT-PCR / TrueNat; f. If Symptomatic (moderate / severe) and Negative by RAT on arrival, they will be shifted to suspect case section of DCHC / DCH of the Point of Entry District for RT¬PCR/True Nat testing. If negative on RT-PCR / TrueNat, he/she may be shifted to non Covid health facility for management of symptoms. If Positive on RT-PCR / True Nat, he / she will be shifted to confirmed case section of DCHC / DCH and discharged as per discharge policy; g. If found Symptomatic and Positive by RAT on arrival, they will be shifted to COVID Care Center, COVID Health Center or COVID Hospital, depending on the severity of their symptoms; h. CPMF / Armed Forces will follow their own Standard Operating Protocol for COVID-19 Management. 2. Charges for COVID-19 testing: a. RAT Test - Rs. 500 per test for non - APST and Rs. 250 per test for APST, Central & State Government Employees; b. RT-PCR / TrueNat Rs. 2000 per test for APST,Central & State Government Employees and Rs. 2400 for non - APST; c. BPL Card Holders of State (with BPL Cards), Truckers/attendants carrying food items, Elders above 60 & Children below 10 and Government servant on official duties will be exempted from charges of testing; d. Rates for testing should be clearly and prominently displayed at the testing centers at PoE / Health facilities etc.; e. Tests will be free of cost for containment and contact tracing activities and Sero Surveillance; f. For each test conducted, the test report will be countersigned by the Medical Officer and then be given to the individual. 3. Protocol for inter-State / inter-District travel: a. No authority including District Administration will restrict movement or impose any quarantine or testing requirement for inter district travellers, goods, services, etc.; b. Inter - District movement of persons and goods through neighbouring States will carry a facilitation pass valid for 24 hours from concerned District Administration at Point of Exit (Check gate). Such Persons will not undergo any Testing at the Origin District and there will be no requirement of quarantine in such cases; c. Those individuals carrying facilitation pass need not be tested at PoE of the destination district; d. For inter District movement no testing and quarantine will not be required at destination districts; e. District Administration is not authorized to impose any restriction of activities outside of Containment Zones for COVID Management; f. Travelers will self-monitor their health and follow all due precautions including wearing masks, hand hygiene, etc.; g. If a person is symptomatic, he/she should immediately self-isolate and call the District helpline number or visit the nearest Testing Center. 4. General Instructions: a. District Administration to ensure strict implementation of wearing of masks / face coverings in Public places like government offices, market, shops etc., Public transport, Workplaces accessible to public including Govt. / private offices, Industries. commercial establishments, building/work sites etc; b. Penalty for violators for not wearing mask is Rs 500, however children less than 5 years old are exempted from this fine; c. Penalty of spitting is Rs 200 in public areas, Govt / Pvt offices, Hospitals etc. and it will be enforced by respective Institutes; d. No other charges will be collected by the District Administration apart from charges mentioned in this Order; e. Truckers carrying Food items will be allowed 24X7 Entry at the Check Gate; f. People who are going to Assam & Returning to Arunachal within 8 hours' time period will not be tested at the Point of Entry; g. Social/Academic/sport/entertainment/cultural/Religious/political Functions and other congregations will be regulated as per MHA Order dated 29th August, 2020. 5. SOP for truckers: a. Truckers coming into the State and leaving the State within 8 hours need not be tested for SARS CoV-2 Virus; b. There will be no restrictions for movement of goods at the PoE for truckers carrying essential items; c. Any truckers/attendants tested positive at destination district will be managed in CCCs of that district; d. All truckers/attendants carrying goods should have their own necessary arrangements to cook their food and halt for the night away from public areas on their way to the destination district to avoid mixing with residents; e. They should mandatorily wear masks and follow other precautionary measures of new normal and leave the State immediately after unloading their goods. 6. Revised Discharge Policy has also been provided under the Order along with guidelines that need to be followed for Home Isolation for Asymptomatic Covid-19 Positive case. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | All | 30-09-2020 |
| Jharkhand | Jharkhand State Pollution Control Board Extends Validity Of Consent To Operate (Cto) For Industrial Units Till 30Th September, 2020; Validity Of Cto Expiring On Certain Dates Extended | 31-08-2020 | Jharkhand State Pollution Control Board by an Office Order dated 31st August, 2020 has extended the validity of Consent to Operate (CTO) for industrial units till 30th September, 2020 with compliance to the conditions earlier mentioned. Industrial Establishments whose CTO validity was 31.03.2020, 30.04.2020, 31.05.2020, 30.06.2020, 31.07.2020 and 31.08.2020 has been extended till 30th September, 2020. This is being done as due to COVID-19 pandemic it is not possible to inspect the site in light of the applications received from the units. Also, pollution testing of such units is not possible during this pandemic. Please note that the Order is in Vernacular and we have translated it to the best of our understanding. Once an official translation is available, we will update in case there is a requirement. | Mandatory | Industrial Units | 30-09-2020 |
| Jammu And Kashmir | Jammu And Kashmir Notifies Guidelines For Regulating Activities In The Union Territory In Sync With Mha Unlock 4.0 Order; Activities Permitted Earlier To Continue In Areas Outside Containment Zones | 31-08-2020 | The Government of Jammu and Kashmir has issued new guidelines for regulating activities in the Union Territory("UT") as part of Unlock 4.0, from 1st September 2020 till 30" September, 2020, in line with the Ministry of Home Affairs Order dated 29th August, 2020. No fresh permissions shall be required for activities permitted under earlier Orders. 1. Non-Permissible activities in entire UT of J&K: i. All schools, colleges, educational and coaching institutions (including Anganwadi centres), etc., except training institutions run by the Central/State government. However, the following will be permitted: a) Online/distance learning shall be permitted. b) 50 % of teaching and non-teaching staff shall be permitted to be called to Schools for online teaching/ tele counselling and related work, in areas outside containment zones only, w.e.f. 21st September, 2020. c) Students of classes 9 to 12 are permitted to visit their schools, in areas outside the Containment Zones only, on voluntary basis, for taking guidance from their teachers w.e.f 21st September, 2020. This shall, however, be permitted subject to written consent of their parents/ guardians, as per the SOP to be issued in this regard by the MoHFW subsequently. d) Skill or Entrepreneurship training will be permitted in National Skill Training Institutes, ITls or other training centres registered with the National Skill Development Mission or JK Skill Mission. National Institute for Entrepreneurship and (NIESBUD), Indian Institute of Entrepreneurship (IIE) and their training providers will also be permitted. These will be permitted w.e.f 21.09.2020 as per the SOP to be issued in this regard by the MoHFW, Govt. of lndia subsequently. e) Higher Education Institutions will be permitted only for research scholars (Ph.D.) and PG students of technical and professional programmes requiring lab/ experimental Works, only after notification of date by Department of Higher Education, upon clearance of MHA, Govt of India. ii. All cinema halls, swimming pools, entertainment parks, Spas, theatres, bars, auditoriums, assembly halls and similar places. However, Open air theatres will be permitted to open w.e.f 21st September, 2020. iii. Social / political / sports/ entertainment academic/ cultural / religious functions and other gatherings and congregations with a ceiling of 100 persons will be permitted w.e.f. 21st September, 2020 subject to norms of social distancing and other precautions such as mandatory wearing of face masks, provision for thermal scanning and hand wash/ sanitizer. iv. Religious places/ places of worship shall continue to be open for public, subject to the SOP already issued in this regard. Religious processions and large religious gatherings shall, however, continue to remain strictly prohibited. v. The movement of individuals is not permitted for all non-essential activities between 10 pm to 5 am. District Magistrates to issue specific prohibitory orders in this regard under Section 144 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (CrPC). vi. Persons above 65 years of age, persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women, and children below the age of 10 years, shall stay at home, except for meeting essential requirements or for health purposes. vii. No Deputy Commissioner or any subordinate Magistrate shall impose any local lockdown, outside notified Containment Zones, without prior consultation with the State Executive Committee, which shall if required convey its decision only after consulting the MHA, Govt. of India. 2. All activities permitted under earlier Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) guidelines/ instructions will continue to be permitted in the UT except in the areas identified as the "Containment Zones". 3. Protocol to be followed for all Returnees/ Travelers coming into Jammu & Kashmir: i. There shall be no restrictions on entry of passengers, returnees or travellers coming to Jammu & Kashmir, whether by road, rail or air. However, they will have to compulsorily undergo a COVID-19 antigen Test through any of the prescribed methods as per the protocol of the Government of J&K following which air / rail travellers will undergo 14 day Home Quarantine if they have a valid contactable phone number with the Aarogya Setu App downloaded on it. Road travellers shall however be under a 14 day administrative / institutional quarantine till the test results are reported negative, in which case they go for Home Quarantine. The protocol for management COVID positive persons will be followed for all positive cases. ii. Any movement of persons from or to Containment/ Red Zone District will require permission from the District Magistrate concerned, if such movement involves Intra- or Inter-district movement, or from Divisional Commissioner concerned, if such movement involves Interprovince or Inter-UTI State movement and all such movements will be subject to health regulations/ protocols in force. 4. Some activities permitted in the entire UT of Jammu & Kashmir, with PERMISSIONS needed only in such areas where indicated against an activity i. Normal functioning of clinics, private hospitals and nursing homes (including OPD services); ii. All E-commerce and Courier services; iii. All restaurants, including in hotels, can operate for home delivery, take away and dining-in with up to 50 % capacity, subject to the SOP of Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, dated 4 June, 2020; iv. Banks and Financial services; v. Self-employed service providers such as Plumbers, technicians, electricians etc. vi. Taxi and Cab aggregators are permitted to ply with one driver and two passengers only within the district. Maxi-cabs operate with a maximum or 4 passengers vii. Intra-district movement of individuals in vehicles is allowed, With a maximum of 2 passengers, besides the driver, in four wheeler vehicles, and with no pillion rider in case of two wheelers. viii. Intra-district public_ passenger transport vehicles, running on routes (buses, mini-buses and maxi-cabs) can operate, by any operator, with upto 2/3 seating capacity for buses and upto 50% seating capacity for minibuses/maxi-cabs on routes to be notified by the Transport Department. 5. Measures to be taken on occurrence of POSITIVE CASES) in Offices, Hotels, Restaurants and Shopping Malls: When one or few worker/employee(s) who is/are found to be suffering from symptoms suggestive of COVID-19 i. a. Place the ill person in home isolation; b. Immediately inform the Chief Medical Officer and SHO of concerned Police Station c. A risk assessment will be undertaken by the concerned district authorities and accordingly, further action shall be taken regarding management of the case, his/her contacts and need for disinfection. d. Necessary actions for contact tracing, disinfection of work place etc. will start if the report of the patient is received as positive. The report will be expedited for this purpose. ii. If there are a large numbers of contacts from a presymptomatic/asymptomatic case, there could be a possibility of a cluster emerging in the workplace / institutional setting. Due to the close environment in such settings, this could even be a large cluster (>15 cases). The essential principles of risk assessment, isolation, and quarantine of contacts, case referral and management will remain the same. However, the scale of arrangements will be higher. iii. The high risk exposure contacts of a positive case shall be quarantined for 14 days. Closure of workplace: i. If there is just one case reported, the disinfection procedure will be limited to places/areas visited by the patient in the past 48 hours. There is no need to close the entire office building/halt work in other areas of the office and work can be resumed after disinfection as per laid down protocol. ii. However, if there is a larger outbreak with 2 or more positives, the entire building will have to be closed for 48 hours for thorough disinfection. All the staff will work from home, till the building is adequately disinfected and is declared fit for re-occupation 6. Industrial and Service activities: i. Industrial activities can resume at all industrial estates. These activities can resume with 100% work force in Green, Orange and Red districts in industrial estates ii. Industrial activities can resume in all rural areas outside municipal limits, with 100% of work force. iii. In Urban areas in Red and Orange Districts, for Industries within Municipal Limits, industrial activities can resume with the permission as laid down in Attachment A and with 75 % workforce iv. All workshops, service centres and home workshops can operate with not more than 5 persons working on site/ inside premises. v. All Industries will have to comply with the health, safety and other instructions in Attachment A. 7. Construction Activities: i. Construction activities in construction projects in municipal limits, the labour/construction workers shall have to stay at the construction site (inside). The concerned contractor in coordination with the Executive Engineer shall make Sufficient arrangement for their stay, providing of masks/sanitation to the labourers and keep the social distance norms in place while carrying on the construction works. ii. In construction projects in rural areas, the labour has to stay in the areas adjoining the construction site. There shall be no huge scale daily movement of labourers/long distances. The contractor in consultation with engineering staff shall make arrangement for their stay, providing of masks/ sanitation to the labourers and keep the social distance norms in place while carrying the construction works. 8. For Private Projects: i. Private construction activities shall be allowed in all Green and Orange districts, without any need for permission. The labour in all projects in Urban Municipal limits have to be kept in-situ only. Health precautions and instructions as mentioned at para 40-44 below will be strictly required to be followed. In Red Districts, District Magistrates will assess the ground situation and issue permissions as necessary both for construction and any related movement. ii. Construction activities for government projects will be regulated as per the SOP laid down in Attachment B. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order or the hyperlink provided below. | Mandatory | All | 30-09-2020 |
| Central | Sebi Grants Temporary Relaxation In Processing Of Documents Pertaining To Foreign Portfolio Investors Due To Covid-19. | 31-08-2020 | The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), in a Circular dated 31st August, 2020 has granted temporary relaxation in processing of documents pertaining to Foreign Portfolio Investors due to COVID-19. SEBI has informed that for the entities from jurisdictions which are still under lockdown, the temporary relaxations will be extended till the time lockdown is lifted from such jurisdictions. However, in-transit applications will be processed on the basis of the previous SEBI Circular dated March 30, 2020. Further, entities from jurisdictions where lockdown has already been lifted, the relaxation provided under the circular dated March 30, 2020 will not be applicable. All other terms and conditions specified in the aforesaid circular dated March 30, 2020 will remain unchanged Background- In a previous circular dated March 30, 2020 (Circular No. SEBI/HO/FPI&C/CIR/P/2020/056) SEBI had prescribed temporary relaxation in processing of documents pertaining to FPIs due to COVID-19. Further, through another circular dated 23rd June, 2020 (Circular No. SEBI/HO/FPI&C/CIR/P/2020/104) the said relaxations were extended upto 31st August, 2020. Now, in view of the representations received by SEBI, the present relaxation is being granted. | Mandatory | 1. All Foreign Portfolio Investors ("FPIs") through their Designated Depository Participants ("DDPs")/ Custodian of Securities. 2. Designated Depository Participants ("DDPs")/ Custodians. 3. All Recognized Stock Exchanges/ Clearing Corporations 4. All recognized Stock Exchanges and Clearing Corporations in International Financial Services Centres 5. The Depositories (NSDL and CDSL) 6. Stock Brokers through Recognized Stock Exchanges 7. Depository Participants through Depositories 8. KYC Registrations Agencies (KRAs) | No end date specified |
| Central | Sebi Informs That Cras Will Not Consider Restructuring By The Lenders/ Investors, Solely Due To Covid-19 Related Stress, As Default Till 31.12.2020. | 31-08-2020 | The Securities and Exchange Board of India ("SEBI"), in a circular dated 31st August, 2020, has informed that in case the restructuring by the lenders/ investors is solely due to COVID-19 related stress or as per the resolution framework for COVID-19 related stress as issued by the Reserve Bank of India, Credit Rating Agencies will not consider the same as a default event and/or recognize the same as default. SEBI has allowed the above relaxation till 31st December, 2020. Please refer to the appended documents for further details. Source: Securities and Exchange Board of India | Mandatory | All | 31-12-2020 |
| Odisha | Odisha Govt. Amends Odisha Covid-19 Regulations, 2020; Prescribes Penalty Upto Rs. 1 Lakh On Owners Of Shops And Commercial Establishments For Contravening Direction On Maintaining Social Distance | 31-08-2020 | The Odisha Government has issued the Odisha COVID-19 (Fourth Amendment) Regulations, 2020 (Amendment) to further amend the Odisha COVID-19 Regulations, 2020. The Amendment has gained effect immediately. Key Highlights- 1. The Amendment introduces new provisions w.r.t the following- a. Bar on Congregation: ¢ Congregations by general public beyond 10 persons at a place at any point of time, whether within closed premises or outdoor, is prohibited for containing the spread of the disease. [Note- However, in the exigencies of public service, the District Magistrate or as the case may be the Municipal Commissioner may, by order in writing, allow congregation of people beyond 10 persons, for the reasons mentioned in the said order] b. Maintaining physical distancing: ¢ Physical distance of at least 6 feet between two persons shall be maintained in all shops, commercial establishments and other public places. ¢ The owner or manager or person in charge of the shop or commercial establishment shall be personally responsible for such maintenance of physical distance in their respective shops and commercial establishments. ¢ The customers and other persons coming to the shops or commercial establishments shall also maintain physical distance of at least 6 feet between two persons. 2. The Amendment also provides the protocol for marriage and funeral functions. Compounding of Offences: a. Contravention on the direction to maintain social distancing- ¢ For owner or manager in charge of a shop or commercial establishment- Rs.50,000 for first offence and Rs.1 lakh for subsequent offence. ¢ Customer or any other person coming to the shop or commercial establishment Rs.2,000 for first offence and Rs.10,000 for subsequent offence. All officers of the Block not below the rank of Additional Block Development Officer, all officers not below the rank of Additional Tahasildar, all police officer not below the rank of Sub-Inspector of police and all officers of Urban Local Body not below the rank of Zonal Officer or Deputy Commissioner have been authorised to compound the offences. b. penalties have also been prescribed for organising or causing congregation, contravening the Orders in funeral and marriage functions, spitting on the road. Earlier, in a Notification dated 1st June, 2020 the Odisha Government had notified that the fine for not wearing a mask was Rs.500 for the first and Rs. 1,000 for subsequent offences. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Chandigarh | Office Of The District Magistrate Chandigarh Withdraws Order Previously Issued On 1St July 2020 For Prohibiting Movement Of Individuals, For All Non-Essential Activities Between 10:00 P.M. To 05:00 A.M In The District | 31-08-2020 | The Office of the District Magistrate, Union Territory of Chandigarh (Authority) has issued an Order under Section 144 CrPC to withdraw the order previously made imposing restriction in Chandigarh, which had been in effect since 00:00 hours of 1st July 2020. Previously, the Authority had issued an Order under Section 144 CrPC to prohibit movement of individuals, for all non-essential activities between 10:00 P.M. to 05:00 A.M in the district. Now, pursuant to the Unlock 4.0 Guidelines issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, the following guidelines have also been issued: (a) The State Governments have been Prohibited from imposing lockdown in areas out of containment zones without prior consultation of the Central Government. (b) No restriction on Inter-State and Intra-State travel on movement of persons and goods including those for cross land-border trade under Treaties with neighbouring countries. No separate permission/approval/e-permit will be required for such movements. In view of the Unlock 4.0 Guidelines, the Authority has withdrawn the previous order implementing restrictions with effect from 5:00pm of 31st August 2020. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended order. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Puducherry | Puducherry Government Notifies Guidelines To Implement Unlock 4.0; Containment Zones To Remain Under Lockdown Till 30Th September, 2020; Effective Since 1St September, 2020 | 31-08-2020 | In the wake of the pandemic COVID 19, the Ministry of Home Affairs on 29th August, 2020 has issued the Unlock 4 Order for phased re-opening of activities outside Containment Zones while extending lockdown in the country till 30th September, 2020. Therefore, under the provisions of the Disaster Management Act, 2005, the Puducherry Government, in an Order dated 31st August, 2020 has issued the Unlock 4 Guidelines for implementation in the State till 30th September, 2020. Permitted Activities outside Containment Zones- A. Puducherry and Karaikal region: Please note that the Guidelines in Puducherry and Karaikal Region will be followed as per an Addendum issued on 1st September, 2020. Shops and Establishments: 1. All shops, establishments, and private offices are permitted to function from 6.00 am to 8.00 pm only; 2. Hotels (including dine in) are allowed to function from 6.00 am to 8.00 pm and parcels are allowed upto 9.00 pm; 3. Liquor Shops will be open as per licensing conditions and close by 08.00 pm; 4. Medicals shops, pharmacy and milk booth would remain without any restriction; 5. There will not be any movement of individual in vehicles, bus, taxi, auto between 10.00 pm to 5.00 am except on emergency / permitted purpose; 6. Beach road will remain open from 5 am to 12 pm; 7. No restriction on Inter-District and Intra-District movement - There will be no restriction on Inter-District (i.e Puducherry-Karaikal, Puducherry-Mahe, Puducherry-Yanam etc) and Intra-District movement of Government / Private buses. B. Mahe and Yanam region: The Regional Administrator will issue separate orders for timing restrictions on par with the adjoining States. Schools, Colleges and Educational Institutions- 1. Schools, colleges, educational and coaching institutions will continue to remain closed for students and regular class activity up to 30th September 2020. 2. Online classes will be permitted. Further, teaching and non teaching staffs may be called to the schools for online teaching/ tele-counselling and related work, in areas outside the Containment Zones only, with effect from 21st September 2020 for which SOP will be issued by the Central Government. Social/ academic/ sports/ entertainment/ cultural/ religious/ political functions: 1. Social/ academic / sports / entertainment / cultural / religious / political functions and other congregations with a ceiling of 100 persons, will be permitted with effect from 21st September 2020, with mandatory wearing of face masks, social distancing, provision for thermal scanning and hand wash or sanitizer. 2. Cinema halls, swimming pools, entertainment parks, theatres and similar places will remain closed. 3. International air travel of passengers, except as permitted by the Ministry of Home Affairs. Lockdown limited to Containment Zones: 1. Lockdown shall remain in force in the Containment Zones till 30th September, 2020; 2. Containment Zones will be demarcated by the District authorities at micro level after taking into consideration the guidelines of MoHFW with the objective of effectively breaking the chain of transmission. Strict containment measures will be enforced in these containment zones and only essential activities will be allowed; 3. These Containment Zones will be notified on the websites by the respective District Collectors. Protection for vulnerable persons- Persons above 65 years of age, persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women, and children below the age of 10 years are advised to stay at home, except for essential and health purposes. Use of Aarogya Setu a. With a view to ensuring safety in offices and work places, employers on best effort basis should ensure that Aarogya Setu is installed by all employees having compatible mobile phones; b. District authorities may advise individuals to install the Aarogya Setu application on compatible mobile phones and regularly update their health status on the app. This will facilitate timely provision of medical attention to those individuals who are at risk. Penal Provisions- Any person violating these measures will be liable to be proceeded against as per the provisions of Section 51 to 60 of the Disaster Management Act, 2005, besides legal action under Section 188 of the IPC and other legal provisions as applicable. Extracts of these penal provisions are at Annexure II enclosed with the present Order. | Mandatory | All | 30-09-2020 |
| Punjab | Punjab Notifies Guidelines For Implementation Of Unlock 4.0 In The State; Restricts Certain Activities In Urban Areas Of The State; Total Curfew On Saturdays And Sundays In All Municipal Towns Of The State Till 30Th September, 2020 | 31-08-2020 | In continuation of Ministry of Home Affairs Order dated 29th August, 2020 on Unlock - 4, Punjab Government has issued guidelines to implement additional restrictions in Urban Areas. This is due to the spurt in COVID-19 cases and fatalities especially in Urban areas of the State. 1. Private and Government offices will operate with 50% staff strength till the end of the month i.e. not more than 50% of employees would be permitted on a particular day. 2. Curfew (All Cities): a. There will be total curfew on Saturdays and Sundays in all 167 Municipal Towns of the State till 30th September, 2020; b. Movement of individuals for all the non-essential activities will remain prohibited between 7 pm to 5 am within municipal limits of all the cities of Punjab throughout the week. 3. Movement of persons and goods on National and State Highways, inter-State & Intra State movement of persons and unloading of cargo and travel of persons to their destinations after disembarking from buses, trains and aeroplanes have been permitted. 4. Essential services including services related to health, agricultural and related activities, dairying and fishery activities, banks, ATMs, stock markets, insurance companies, online teaching, public utilities, public transport, industry in multiple-shifts, construction industry, private and government offices are permitted;. 5. Further, movement of persons and students in the connection with all kinds of examinations, admission/entrance tests conducted by Universities, Boards, Public Service Commissions and other institutions will be permitted. 6. Timings for Shops, Restaurants, Hotels, Liquor Vends etc: a. Shops / Malls will open till 6:30 pm from Monday to Friday but will be closed on weekends; b. Shops / Malls (dealing in essential commodities), religious places, Sports complexes, stadia and public complex, Restaurants (including Restaurants in malls), hotels and liquor vends will open till 6:30 pm on all days in a week. c. Restaurants may be open till 6:30 pm on all days; d. Hotels may be open on all days; e. Liquor vends shall be open till 6:30 on all days. 7. Vehicles: a. Only 3 persons including the driver will be allowed in a 4 wheeler; b. All buses and public transport vehicles to allow sitting for only half (50%) capacity with no person should be standing. 8. Gatherings of all kinds such as social, political, religious gatherings, protests and demonstrations are prohibited in the State. However, gatherings relating to marriage and funerals will be allowed only for 30 persons and 20 persons respectively. Further, strict action will be taken against the organisers and main participants for violation of this Order under Section 144 of Cr. PC. NOTE - These restrictions will be applicable only in Urban Areas. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | All | 30-09-2020 |
| Telangana | Telangana Government Implements Phased Re-Opening Of Activities In The State In Line With Mha Unlock 4 Order | 31-08-2020 | In an Order dated 31st August, 2020 the General Administration Department, Government of Telangana (Department) has issued the following Guidelines in line with the Unlock 4 Order issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs on 29th August, 2020 for reopening prohibited activities in a phased manner in areas outside containment zones and to consolidate the measures related to lockdown in the State: A. Prohibited Activities- The following activities will remain prohibited throughout the State: 1. Schools, colleges, educational and coaching institutions. 2. Cinema halls, swimming pools, entertainment parks, theatres and similar places. B. Permitted Activities- In areas outside containment zones, all activities permitted prior to introduction of lockdown measures will be allowed except those activities which are specifically prohibited above. The following activities will be permitted to function with the stipulation of following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) as prescribed by Government from time to time: 1. Schools and Educational Institutions- a. Online / distance learning shall continue to be permitted and will be encouraged. b. A maximum of 50% of teaching and non-teaching staff are permitted to be called to the schools at a time for online teaching / tele-counselling and related work, in areas outside the Containment Zones only, with effect from 21st September, 2020. c. Students of classes 9 to 12 are permitted to visit their schools, in areas outside the Containment Zones only, on voluntary basis, for taking guidance from their teachers. This will be subject to written consent of their parents/ guardians and will be permitted with effect from 21st September, 2020. 2. Social / academic / sports / entertainment / cultural / religious / political functions- a. Social / academic / sports / entertainment / cultural / religious / political functions and other congregations with a ceiling of 100 persons and by following health protocol, will be permitted with effect from 21st September, 2020, with mandatory wearing of face masks, social distancing, provision for thermal scanning and hand wash or sanitizer. b. Marriage related gatherings will be permitted with a maximum of 50 participants. Funeral/last rites related gatherings with number of persons not exceeding 20 will continue to be allowed upto 20th September, 2020 and from 21st September, 2020 the ceiling of 100 persons will apply. 3. Open air theatres will be permitted to open with effect from 21st September, 2020. 4. Metro Rail is permitted to operate from 7th September, 2020 in a graded manner 5. Bars and Clubs will remain closed and separate orders will be issued for their opening. 6. Persons above the age of 65 years, persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women, and children below the age of 10 years are advised to stay at home, except for essential and health purposes. C. Containment Zones- 1. In respect of Containment Zones, strict lockdown shall be in force till 30th September, 2020. 2. Only essential activities will be permitted. 3. There will be strict perimeter control to ensure that there is no movement of people in or out of these zones, except for medical emergencies and for maintaining supply of essential goods and services. 4. In the Containment Zones, there will be intensive contact tracing, house to house surveillance, and other clinical interventions, as required. For a detailed read of the Order, please refer to the appended document. | Mandatory | All | 30-09-2020 |
| Manipur | Manipur Government Issues "Unlock" Guidelines To Notify That Will Be In Force In The State Till 30Th September, 2020 | 31-08-2020 | The State Executive Committee of the State Disaster Management Disaster Authority exercising its powers under the Disaster Management Act, 2005 has issued guidelines on "Unlock" that will be in force upto 30th September, 2020 in the State of Manipur. The following activities are permitted outside containment zones till 30th September, 2020 1. Commercial and Private establishments a. Print and electronic media; b. Courier services including movement and delivery of goods sold online; c. Private security services; d. Food processing units including manufacturing units in industrial estates; e. Mineral water manufacturing and distribution; f. Home deliver of food by restaurants and outlets; g. Showrooms and service centres of vehicles from 9 am to 4 pm; h. All motor vehicle repair shops and workshops from 7 am to 5 pm; i. All manufacturing, processing and producing units; j. All shopping malls subject to regulated entry to prevent crowding; k. All barber shops and beauty saloons; l. All gyms subject to rostered usage by its members to prevent crowding. 2. Employers to take action for installation of Aarogya Setu App by its employees and the district authorities should advise all individuals to install this App and regularly update their health status. 3. Supply of Essential Goods a. Home delivery of essential commodities; b. Collection, processing, distribution and sale of milk and milk products; c. Locality based retail shops dealing with essential commodities like groceries for daily use, vegetables, meat etc. will open in all districts from 7 am to 5 pm on all days; d. Wholesale shops in Thangal Bazar, Dharamshala, Paona Bazar and Masjid Road will open from 7 am to 5 pm on all days except Sunday on specific days for different districts; e. All standalone shops like shops selling construction material, hardware, cement etc. located outside Paona Bazar, Thangal Bazar and Nagamapal area are also allowed to open from 7 am to 5 pm; f. Rostered opening of shops which have been grouped into 2 instead of earlier 3 from 8 am to 4 pm in Thangal Bazar and Paona Bazar except shops in Gullies/bylanes between buildings as specified in the Order; 4. Health related activities such as hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, dispensaries, medical labs and collection centres, veterinary hospitals etc. are allowed. 5. Public utilities such as distribution of LPG through home delivery, postal services, telecommunication and internet services, petrol pumps, airport and airlines etc. are permitted. In addition to this Inter and Intra State public transport is allowed subject to social distancing. 6. Online teaching, examination by Universities, colleges, schools, coaching and tuition centres are allowed. 7. Agriculture and related activities, fisheries and animal husbandry related activities are permitted. 8. Reserve Bank of India and RBI regulated Finance market, bank branches, ATMs, LIC, all financial institutes, private banks etc. to function normally with 66% of existing staff. 9. There will be no bar on inter / intra-District movement of private vehicles and persons outside the curfew hours. Also, there will be free entry and exit of private vehicles and persons in the inter-state boundary subject to screening and registering details at the border and obtaining inner-line permit. 10. MNREGA works are allowed in rural areas with strict implementation of social distancing and face masks. 11. Construction activities of National projects, highways, railways, development works taken up by Government and also private construction works where labourers are available on site are permitted. 12. Gathering of people a. Social/academic/sports/entertainment/cultural/religious/political functions and other congregations with a ceiling of 100 persons and by following health protocol, will be permitted with effect from 21st September, 2020, with mandatory wearing of face masks, social distancing, provision for thermal scanning and hand wash or sanitizer. b. Marriage related gatherings will be permitted with a maximum of 50 participants. Funeral/last rites related gatherings with number of persons not exceeding 20 will continue to be allowed upto 20th September, 2020 and from 21st September, 2020 the ceiling of 100 persons will apply. 13. Persons above the age of 65 years, persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women, and children below the age of 10 years are advised to stay at home, except for essential and health purposes. 14. In Containment Zones only essential activities will be allowed and there will be strict perimeter control. Any person violating these measures and National Directives for COVID-19 Management will be proceeded against as per the provisions of Section 51 to 60 of the Disaster Management Act, 2005, besides legal action under Section 188 of the IPC and other legal provisions as applicable. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | All | 30-09-2020 |
| Mizoram | Mizoram Government Implements Unlock 4 Guidelines In The State In Consonance With The Mha Order Dated 29Th August, 2020; Issues Restrictions Till 30Th September, 2020 | 31-08-2020 | In an Order dated 31st August, 2020 the Disaster Management & Rehabilitation Department, Government of Mizoram (Department) has informed that lockdown will be implemented in the State till 30th September, 2020 which has already gained effect on 1st September, 2020. The said order has been issued in consonance with the MHA Unlock 4 Order dated 29th August, 2020. Please note that the Order is in vernacular and it has been translated to the best of our understanding. | Mandatory | All | 30-09-2020 |
| Chhattisgarh | Chhattisgarh Government Implements Phased Re-Opening (Unlock-4) In The State In Sync With Mha Unlock 4.0 Order; Extends Lockdown In The Containment Zones Till 30Th September, 2020 | 30-08-2020 | The Chhattisgarh Government, in an Order dated 30th August, 2020 has extended lockdown in Containment Zones of the State till 30th September, 2020 in consonance with the MHA Unlock 4 Order (dated 29th August, 2020). Key Takeaways: 1. All activities have been permitted in Non-Containment Zones, barring a few activities, dates for which have been specified in some cases or will be decided separately for others, and necessary SOPs issued thereof for ensuring social distancing and to contain the spread of COVID-19; 2. State or Union Territory Governments shall not impose any local lockdown outside Containment Zones at State/ District / sub-division/ City-level, without prior consultation with the Central Government; 3. Metro rail will be allowed to operate with effect from 7th September 2020, in a graded manner by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MOHUA)/ Ministry of Railways (MOR), in consultation with MHA. In this regard, SOP will be issued by MOHUA; 4. No restriction on inter-State and intra-State movement of persons and goods including those for cross land-border trade under Treaties with neighbouring countries. Separate permission/ approval/ permit shall not be required for such movement. However, movement of passenger trains, domestic passenger air travel, Vande Bharat and Air Transport Bubble flights and sign-on and sign-off of Indian seafarers will continue to be regulated by SOPs issued earlier; 5. Enforcement of lockdown is limited to Containment Zones; with strict perimeter control, intensive contact tracing, house to house surveillance and other clinical interventions required as per guidelines of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW). States and Union Territories may identify Buffer Zones outside Containment zones, with restrictions as prescribed by District authorities; 6. Containment Zones to be notified on the websites by respective District Collectors and by the States / Union Territories; 7. Employers to ensure on best effort basis that Aarogya Setu App is installed by all employees having compatible mobile phones; 8. Persons above 65 years; with co-morbidities, pregnant women and children below 10 years to stay at home, except for essential activities and health purposes; In Containment Zones: ¢ All non-essential activities continue to be prohibited till 30th September, 2020; ¢ Movement of people in or out of these zones is prohibited (except for medical emergencies and for maintaining supply of essential goods and services). Re-opening of activities outside Containment Zones: All activities have been permitted outside Containment Zones, except the following: ¢ Schools, colleges, educational and coaching institutions for students and regular class activities till 30th September, 2020. Online/ distance learning shall continue to be permitted and shall be encouraged. ¢ From 21st September, 2020 onwards, the following will be permitted subject the specific Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) which will be issued by the MoHFW: a. States/ UTs may permit upto 50% of teaching and non-teaching staff to be called to the schools at a time for online teaching/ tele-counselling and related work, in areas outside the Containment Zones only; b. Students of classes 9 to 12 may be permitted to visit their schools, in areas outside the Containment Zones only, on voluntary basis, for taking guidance from their teachers. This will be subject to written consent of their parents/ guardians; c. Skill or Entrepreneurship training will be permitted in National Skill Training Institutes, Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs), Short term training centres registered with National Skill Development Corporation or State Skill Development Missions or other Ministries of Government of India or State Governments. National Institute for Entrepreneurship and Small Business Development (NIESBUD), Indian Institute of Entrepreneurship (IIE) and their training providers will also be permitted; d. Higher Education Institutions only for research scholars (Ph.D.) and post-graduate students of technical and professional programmes requiring laboratory/ experimental works will be permitted by the Department of Higher Education (DHE) in consultation with MHA, based on the assessment of the situation, and keeping in view incidence of COVID-19 in the States/ UTs. ¢ International air travel of passengers, except as permitted by MHA; ¢ Cinema halls, swimming pools, entertainment parks, theatres, and similar places will remain closed. However, open air theatres will be permitted to open with effect from 21st September, 2020; ¢ Social / political / sports / entertainment / academic / cultural / religious functions and other large congregations with a ceiling of 100 persons, will be permitted with effect from 21st September, 2020, with mandatory wearing of face masks, social distancing, provision for thermal scanning and hand wash or sanitizer. The public has been advised against organising private events for effective prevention of COVID-19 infection. However, if such events are required to be held for unavoidable reasons, it should be advised to take precautions including social / physical distancing, facemask, thermal screening as well as making provisions for handwash and sanitizer and that the people attending does not exceed more than fifty percent of the people otherwise allowed inside the venue or the limit prescribed above. Till 20th September, 2020, marriages and funeral gatherings must observe the restrictions notified earlier, after which the ceiling of 100 persons will apply: a. gatherings relating to marriage must not have guests exceeding 50 in number. b. for funeral/ last rites related gatherings the number of persons must not exceed 20. National Directives under Annexure 1 of Unlock 4 Guidelines: General: 1. Face coverings: Wearing of face cover is compulsory in public places; in workplaces; and during transport; 2. Social Distancing: Individuals must maintain a minimum distance of 6 feet (2 gaz ki doori) in public places; shops to ensure physical distancing among customers; 3. Spitting in public places will be punishable with fine (as may be prescribed by the State/UT local authority in accordance with its laws, rules or regulations); Additional requirements in all Workplaces: 1. Work from home (WFH): As far as possible the practice of WFH should be followed; 2. Staggering of work/business hours will be followed in offices, workplaces, shops, markets and industrial & commercial establishments; 3. Screening & Hygiene: Provision for thermal scanning, hand wash or sanitizer will be made at all entry and exit points along with common areas; 4. Frequent sanitization of entire workplace, common facilities and all points which come into human contact e.g. door handles etc., will be ensured, including between shifts; 5. Social distancing: All persons in charge of workplaces to ensure adequate distance between workers, adequate gaps between shifts, staggering the lunch breaks of staff etc. | Mandatory | All | 30-09-2020 |
| Lakshadweep | Lakshadweep Administration Issues Guidelines For Phased Re-Opening Of Activities In Continuation To Mha Unlock 4 Order | 30-08-2020 | The Disaster Management Authority, Lakshadweep Administration by an Order dated 30th August, 2020 has issued guidelines for phased re-opening (Unlock-4) of activities in the Union Territory of Lakshadweep. Containment zones will be under lockdown till 30th September, 2020 as per the National Disaster Management Authority. The guidelines are as follows 1. Use of Aarogya Setu: a. With a view to ensure safety in offices and workplaces, employers will have to ensure on best effort basis that the employees have Aarogya Setu App installed in their mobile phones; b. Incident Commanders / HODs may also advise individuals to install the Aarogya Setu app on compatible mobile phones and regularly update their health status on the app. This will facilitate timely provision of medical attention to those individuals who are at risk. 2. In areas outside Containment Zones the following activities will be permitted during Unlock 4 a. Schools, colleges, educational and coaching institutions for students, and for regular class activity will continue to remain closed till 30th September, 2020. However, online/distance learning will be permitted and encouraged, upto 50% teaching staff may be permitted to be called to schools in areas outside containment zones w.e.f. 21st September, 2020. In addition to this, students of classes 9 to 12 may be permitted to visit their schools in areas outside containment zones on voluntary basis (with written permission of parents) w.e.f. 21st September, 2020; b. Social/academic/sports/entertainment/cultural/religious/political functions and other congregations with a ceiling of 100 persons will be permitted from 21st September, 2020 with mandatory wearing of masks, social distancing, provision for thermal scanning and hand wash or sanitizer. Further, marriage related gatherings with number of guests not exceeding 50 and funeral/last rites related gatherings with number of persons not exceeding 20 will continue to be allowed up to 20th September, 2020, after which the ceiling of 100 persons will apply; c. International air travel of passengers except as permitted by MHA; 3. There will be no restriction on inter-State and intra-State movement of persons and goods. No separate permission/approval/e-permit will be required for such movement. However, SOPs for movement of people from mainland and vice versa issued by the Lakshadweep Administration will continue to be in operation; 4. Persons above 65 years of age, persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women, and children below the age of 10 years are advised to stay at home, except for essential and health purposes. 5. Movement by passenger trains; domestic passenger air travel; movement of persons on Vande Bharat and Air Transport Bubble flights; and sign-on and sign-off of Indian seafarers will continue to be regulated as per SOPs issued. 6. National Directives for COVID-19 Management will continue to be followed. 7. State/UT Governments will not impose any local lockdown outside Containment Zones, without prior consultation with the Central Government. 8. Any person violating these lockdown measures and the National Directives for COV1D-19 Management will be liable to be proceeded against as per the provisions of Section 51 to 60 of the Disaster Management Act. 2005, besides legal action under Section 188 of the IPC, and other legal provisions as applicable. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | All | 30-09-2020 |
| Andaman & Nicobar Islands | Andaman And Nicobar Administration Implements Phased Re-Opening (Unlock-4) In The Union Territory In Sync With Mha Unlock 4.0 Order; Extends Lockdown In The Containment Zones Upto 30Th September, 2020 | 30-08-2020 | The Union Territory Disaster Management Executive Committee for the Union Territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands has extended lockdown in Containment Zones of the Union Territory till 30th September, 2020 in consonance with the MHA Unlock 4 Order (dated 29th August, 2020). These guidelines will be in force upto 30th September, 2020 and the lockdowns for Containment Zones will be in force during this period. Guidelines for phased re-opening (Unlock - 4) 1. Use of Aarogya Setu: a. With a view to ensure safety in offices and workplaces, employers will have to ensure on best effort basis that the employees have Aarogya Setu App installed in their mobile phones; b. Incident Commanders / HODs may also advise individuals to install the Aarogya Setu app on compatible mobile phones and regularly update their health status on the app. This will facilitate timely provision of medical attention to those individuals who are at risk. 2. In areas outside Containment Zones, all activities will be permitted except the following a. Schools, colleges, educational and coaching institutions for students, and for regular class activity will continue to remain closed till 30th September, 2020. However, online/distance learning will be permitted and encouraged, upto 50% teaching staff may be permitted to be called to schools in areas outside containment zones w.e.f. 21st September, 2020. In addition to this, students of classes 9 to 12 may be permitted to visit their schools in areas outside containment zones on voluntary basis (with written permission of parents) w.e.f. 21st September, 2020; b. Metro rail will be allowed to operate with effect from 7th September, 2020 in a graded manner; c. Social/academic/sports/entertainment/cultural/religious/political functions and other congregations with a ceiling of 100 persons will be permitted from 21st September, 2020 with mandatory wearing of masks, social distancing, provision for thermal scanning and hand wash or sanitizer. Further, marriage related gatherings with number of guests not exceeding 50 and funeral/last rites related gatherings with number of persons not exceeding 20 will continue to be allowed up to 20th September, 2020, after which the ceiling of 100 persons will apply; d. Cinema halls, swimming pools, entertainment parks, theatres and similar places will remain closed. However, open air theatres will be permitted to open with effect from 21st September, 2020; e. International air travel of passengers except as permitted by MHA; 3. There will be no restriction on inter-State and intra-State movement of persons and goods. No separate permission / approval / e-permit will be required for such movement; 4. Persons above 65 years of age, persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women, and children below the age of 10 years are advised to stay at home, except for essential and health purposes; 5. Movement by passenger trains; domestic passenger air travel; movement of persons on Vande Bharat and Air Transport Bubble flights; and sign-on and sign-off of Indian seafarers will continue to be regulated as per SOPs issued; 6. National Directives for COVID-19 Management will continue to be followed; 7. UT Government will not impose any local lockdown outside Containment Zones, without prior consultation with the Central Government; 8. Any person violating these lockdown measures and the National Directives for COV1D-19 Management will be liable to be proceeded against as per the provisions of Section 51 to 60 of the Disaster Management Act. 2005, besides legal action under Section 188 of the IPC, and other legal provisions as applicable; For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | All | 30-09-2020 |
| Central | Mha Rolls Out Unlock 4.0 Guidelines; Extends Lockdown In Containment Zones Till 30.09.2020; States/ Uts To Consult Central Government Prior To Imposing Local Lockdown Outside Containment Zones | 29-08-2020 | Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, has issued guidelines under the Disaster Management Act, 2005 for re-opening of more activities in areas outside the Containment Zones in a calibrated manner, while extending the Lockdown in Containment Zones upto 30th September, 2020. For more details please refer to the appended documents. | Mandatory | All | 30-09-2020 |
| Central | Mha Issues Letter To Chief Secretaries Of States And The Administrators Of Uts On Implementing The Mha Unlock 4.0 Order Extending Lockdown In The Containment Zones Up To 30Th September, 2020 | 29-08-2020 | The Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India (MHA), has issued a Letter dated August 29, 2020 addressed to the Chief Secretaries of all States and the Administrators of all Union Territories. The Letter is in pursuance of the MHA Order (Unlock 4.0 Order) notified on August 29, 2020 whereby lockdown has been extended in the Containment Zones till September 30, 2020. As per Unlock 4.0, which will come into effect from September 1, 2020, the process of phased re-opening of activities has been extended further. However, lockdown shall continue to be implemented strictly in the Containment Zones till September 30, 2020 with strict perimeter control and enforcement of containment measures as per guidelines of the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare. The Letter further states that the Unlock 4.0 Order has been issued in view of the suggestions received from the State Governments through consultations held with the related Central Ministries and Departments. The Order specifies the activities permitted outside Containment Zones as well as the restrictions with regard to specific activities. The following is specifically mentioned with regard to Unlock 4.0 Order 1. Metro rail may operate with effect from September 7, 2020 in a graded manner, as permitted by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MOHUA)/ Ministry of Railways (MOR), in consultation with MHA and as per SOP issued by MOHUA; 2. Social /academic /sports/ entertainment / cultural/ religious/ political functions and other congregations have been permitetd, with a ceiling of 100 persons and by following health protocol, with effect from September 21, 2020; 3. Open air theatres have been permitted with effect from September 21, 2020; 4. Schools, colleges, educational and coaching institutions will continue to remain closed for students and regular class activity suspended up to 30th September 2020. However, the following shall be permitted, with effect from September 21, 2020 and SOPs for the same will be issued by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW): a. States/ UTs may permit upto 50% of teaching and non-teaching staff to be called to the schools at a time for online teaching/ tele- counselling and related work. b. Students of classes 9 to 12 may be permitted to visit their schools with written consent of their parents / guardians, for taking guidance from their teachers. c. Skill or Entrepreneurship training will be permitted in National Skill Training Institutes, Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs), Short term training centres registered with National Skill Development Corporation or State Skill Development Missions or other Ministries of Government of India or State Governments. d. National Institute for Entrepreneurship and Small Business Development (NIESBUD), Indian Institute of Entrepreneurship (IIE) and their training providers will also be permitted. 5. Higher Education Institutions only for research scholars (Ph.D.) and post-graduate students of technical and professional programmes requiring laboratory/ experimental works. These will be permitted by the Department of Higher Education (DHE) in consultation with MHA, based on the assessment of the situation, and keeping in view incidence of COVID-19 in the States/ UTs. The Letter reiterates that the State Governments and Union Territory Administrators cannot dilute restrictions imposed under the Unlock 4.0 Order issued by MHA. States and Union Territories are prohibited from imposing any local lockdown outside the Containment Zones, without prior consultation with the Central Government. There shall also be no restriction on inter-State and intra-State movement of persons and goods including those for cross land-border trade under Treaties with neighbouring countries. No separate permission / approval / e-permit will be required for such movement. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Letter. | Mandatory | All | 30-09-2020 |
| Assam | The State Government Testing Centres Will Charge Rs. 2,200/- For The Individuals Who Want To Have Test Results On Fast Track Basis Within 24 Hours; Effective 1St September, 2020 | 29-08-2020 | For State Government testing centres in Assam a fixed charge of Rs. 2,200 will be charged for COVID-19 RT-PCR test results on fast track basis i.e. within 24 hours of collection of the swab sample. No payment will need to be made in cases where the test results is declared in normal time frame of 48-72 hours. This order has become effective from 1st September, 2020 | Mandatory | NA | No end date specified |
| Meghalaya | District Magistrate In East Khasi Hills District In Shillong Notifies Night Curfew Between 9 Pm To 5 Am; Effective Since 31St August, 2020 Upto 7Th September, 2020; Curfew Passes To Be Obtained Through Online Application | 29-08-2020 | The District Magistrate, East Khasi Hills District, Shillong exercising its powers under Section 144 of Cr.P.C. read with Meghalaya Epidemic Diseases, COVID-19 Regulations, 2020 has ordered Night Curfew in the District upto 7th September, 2020 for timings falling between 9 pm to 5 am on a daily basis. Curfew passes for timings falling between 9 pm to 5 am will have to be obtained via online application at www.eastkhasihills.gov.in. However, this Order will not apply to the following and they will have to follow all precautions to prevent the spread of COVID-19 1. IT services and communication, postal service and telecom; 2. Press, print and electronic media; 3. Security Forces; 4. Medical Teams on duty; 5. Wholesale and Retail pharmacies; 6. Police and Armed Forces; 7. Fire and Emergency Service; 8. MeECL, NEEPCO and Power Grid; 9. Food and Civil Supply Division; 10. FCI; 11. Public Works Department (PWD); 12. Public Health Engineering (PHE) Department; 13. Shillong Municipal Board; 14. Petrol Pumps including Indian Oil Corporation (OIC); 15. Essential services including Health Services, Hospital, Clinics, Dispensaries, Veterinary clinics, labs; 16. Online/home food delivery. However, home delivery of food is exempted upto 10 pm; 17. Authorized workshops and designated spare parts dealerships of Health and Family Welfare Department, Meghalaya; 18. Government Officials on duty; 19. Officers and Staff of Corona Care Centres; 20. Information and Public Relations Department; 21. National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Ltd. (NHIDCL). Also, exemption granted to services / establishments mentioned above will not extend to Containment Areas. | Mandatory | All | 07-09-2020 |
| Gujarat | Gujarat Government Implements Central Government Guidelines For International Arrivals | 29-08-2020 | The Gujarat Government, on 29th August, 2020 has adopted the Guidelines for international arrivals which was issued by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (Ministry) has, in an Order dated 2nd August, 2020 A. Before Planning for Travel: 1. All travellers to submit self-declaration form on the online portal (www.newdelhiairport.in) at least 72 hours before the scheduled travel. Further, they should also provide an undertaking on the portal stating that they would undergo mandatory quarantine for 14 days i.e. 7 days paid institutional quarantine at their own cost, followed by 7 days isolation at home with self-monitoring of health; 2. Only for compelling reasons/ cases of human distress such as pregnancy, death in family, serious illness and parent(s) with children of the age of 10 years or below, home quarantine may be permitted for 14 days; anyone seeking exemption under the above-mentioned grounds, needs to file an online application on the portal (www.newdelhiairport.in) at least 72 hours before boarding. The decision taken by the Government (as communicated on the online portal) will be final; 3. Travellers seeking exemption from institutional quarantine may submit a negative RTPCR test on arrival (such test should have been conducted within 96 hours prior to undertaking the journey) and also upload the test report on the portal for consideration; Each passenger must also submit a declaration with respect to authenticity of the report and will be liable for criminal prosecution, if found otherwise. The test report could also be produced upon arrival at the point of entry airport in India. B. Before Boarding: 1. The Dos and Don'ts will be provided along with ticket to the travellers by the agencies concerned; 2. All passengers will be advised to download Arogya Setu app on their mobile devices; 3. At the time of boarding the flight/ ship, only asymptomatic travellers will be allowed to board after thermal screening; 4. Passengers arriving through the land borders will also have to undergo the same protocol as above, and only those who are asymptomatic will be enabled to cross the border into India; 5. Suitable precautionary measures such as environmental sanitation and disinfection shall be ensured at the airports; 6. During boarding and at the airports, all possible measures to ensure social distancing to be ensured; C. During Travel: 1. Travellers who had not filled out the self-declaration form on the portal have to fill the same (in duplicate) in the flight / ship and a copy of the same will be provided to Health and Immigration officials present at the airport/ seaport/ Ian-port. Alternatively, such travellers may submit self-declaration form on the online portal after arriving at the airport/ seaport/ Ian-port as per the directions of the concerned authorities, if such facility is available; 2. Suitable announcement about COVID-19 including precautionary measures to be followed shall be made at airports / port and in flights / ships and during transit; 3. While on board the flight/ ship, required precautions such as wearing of masks, environmental hygiene, respiratory hygiene, hand hygiene etc. are to be observed by airline/ ship staff, crew and all passengers. D. On arrival: 1. De-boarding should be done while ensuring social distancing; 2. Thermal screening to be carried out in respect of all the passengers by the Health officials present at the airport/ seaport/ Ian-port; 3. The self-declaration form filled online must be shown (or a copy of physical self-declaration form to be submitted) to the airport health staff; 4. The passengers found to be symptomatic during screening will be immediately isolated and taken to medical facility as per health protocol; 5. Post thermal screening, the passengers who have been exempted from institutional quarantine (decision as indicated on the online portal in advance) will show the same to the respective State Counters on their cell phones/other mode before being allowed home quarantine for 14 days; 6. The remaining passengers shall be taken to suitable institutional quarantine facilities, to be arranged by the respective State / UT Governments. These passengers shall be kept under institutional quarantine for a minimum period of 7 days; 8. The passengers will be tested as per ICMR protocol available at https://www.mohfw.gov.in/pdf/Revisedtestingguidelines.pdf. a. Incase they test positive, they will be assessed clinically. b. If they are assessed as asymptomatic / pre-symptomatic/ very mild cases, they will be allowed home isolation or isolated in the COVID Care Centre (both public & private facilities) as appropriate. c. Those having mild/ moderate/ severe symptoms will be admitted to dedicated Covid Health facilities and managed accordingly. If found negative, they shall be advised to further isolate themselves at home and self-monitor their health for 7 days. d. In case, any symptoms develop they shall inform the district surveillance officer or the State / National call center (1075). Please note that the Order is in Vernacular and has been translated to the best of our understanding. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Andhra Pradesh | The Agriculture And Cooperation Department, Andhra Pradesh Allows Cooperative Societies In Andhra Pradesh, Guntur, To Conduct The General Body Meeting Of Their Cooperative Societies For The Half Year Ended 30Th September, 2020 Through Virtual Mode | 28-08-2020 | The Agriculture and Cooperation Department, Andhra Pradesh ("Department") has, in an Order 28th August, 2020, allowed Cooperative Societies in Andhra Pradesh, Guntur, to conduct the General Body meeting of their cooperative societies for the half year ended 30th September, 2020 through virtual mode. The Department has also instructed the cooperative societies to ensure adequate safety measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19 while convening such meeting, give intimation of the meeting to all members through any one of the modes of communication, record the proceedings & maintain attendance of the participating members for record and production of the same whenever required. Please refer to the appended document for further details. Source: Agriculture and Cooperation Department, Andhra Pradesh | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Expenditure On Covid-19 Related R&D On New Vaccines, Drugs And Medical Devices Will Be Considered As Csr Spends Provided It Is Collaboration With A Publicly-Funded Institution | 28-08-2020 | In order to boost funding of vaccines, drugs and medical devices in light of the pandemic, the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA), by way of Companies (Corporate Social Responsibility Policy) Amendment Rules, 2020 (Amendment) has amended the Companies (Corporate Social Responsibility Policy) Rules, 2014 (Principal Rules).Through the Amendment, companies engaged in research and development activities of new vaccine, drugs and medical devices in their normal course of business can undertake research and development of new vaccines and drugs for COVID-19 for financial years 2020-21, 2021-22 and 2022-23 which will fall under the purview of CSR Policy of the Principal Rules. However, in order to ensure that the abovementioned activities fall under the CSR Policy, companies have to carry out the activities in collaboration with any of the following institutes: i. Contribution to incubators or research and development projects in the field of science, technology, engineering and medicine, funded by the Central Government or State Government or Public Sector Undertaking or any agency of the Central Government or State Government; and ii. Contributions to public funded Universities; Indian Institute of Technology (IITs); National Laboratories and autonomous bodies established under Department of Atomic Energy (DAE); Department of Biotechnology (DBT); Department of Science and Technology (DST); Department of Pharmaceuticals; Ministry of Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha and Homoeopathy (AYUSH); Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology and other bodies, namely Defense Research and Development Organisation (DRDO); Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR); Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), engaged in conducting research in science, technology, engineering and medicine aimed at promoting Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). It is interesting to mention that the institutes have been newly inserted through an amendment to item no. (ix) to Schedule VII of the Companies Act, 2013. The Amendments have gained effect immediately. Implications- 1. Under the Principal Rules, activities undertaken in pursuance of normal course of business are excluded from the purview of CSR Policy. However, in light of the pandemic COVID-19, the present amendment has been issued wherein a new proviso is being inserted by virtue of which companies which are engaged in research and development activity of new vaccine, drugs and medical devices in their normal course of business can undertake research and development of new vaccines, drugs and medical devices related to COVID-19 pandemic for the financial years 2020-21, 2021-22 and 2022-23 subject to the following conditions: i. The company has to carry out such research and development activities in collaboration with any of the institutes or organisations mentioned in item (ix) of Schedule VII to the Act. [Item (ix) of Schedule VII of the Act has been entirely substituted by the MCA by a Gazette Notification dated 24th August, 2020 and has been detailed above] (ii) The company has to disclose the details of such activity separately in the Annual Report on CSR included in the Boards Report. 2. With the omission of the phrase excluding activities undertaken in pursuance of its normal course of business, companies now take up CSR activities as per the CSR Policy which may include activities undertaken in their normal course of business subject to fulfilling the specified conditions explained above. As the definition of CSR Policy is also being amended so that companies which are generally into developing vaccines/ medical devices can include in their CSR Policy activities related to development of drugs/ vaccines/ medical devices for COVID-19 pandemic . 3. With the present amendment, activities which are undertaken in the normal course of business of the company can also be a part of the CSR Policy of the company subject to fulfilling the specified conditions explained above. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Circulars On Procedural Guidelines For Proxy Advisor And Grievance Resolution Between Listed Entities And Proxy Advisers Will Gain Effect From 1St January, 2021; Says Sebi | 27-08-2020 | In two separate Circulars dated 27th August, 2020 the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has informed that the following Circulars issued by the Board will gain effect from 1st January, 2021 instead of 1st September, 2020. 1.Circular on Grievance Resolution between listed entities and proxy advisers (SEBI/HO/CFD/CMD1/CIR/P/2020/119 dated August 04, 2020) 2.Circular on Procedural Guidelines for Proxy Advisor" (SEBI/HO/IMD/DF1/CIR/P/2020/147 dated August 03, 2020) Background: The said extension of implementation date has been granted by SEBI after taking into consideration the requests received from proxy advisors in light of the pandemic COVID 19. Previously, SEBI had issued the Procedural Guidelines for Proxy Advisors and Grievance Resolution between listed entities and proxy advisers which were supposed to gain effect from 1st September, 2020. However, now considering the prevailing situation, the implementation date of these Circulars have been extended to 1s January, 2021. | Mandatory | SEBI registered proxy advisors | No end date specified |
| Andhra Pradesh | Andhra Pradesh Health Department Reduces Rates For Rt-Pcr Testing (For Individuals) In Private Laboratories To ¹ 1,900 From ¹ 2,900; Effective Immediately | 27-08-2020 | The Health, Medical and Family Welfare (B2) Department of Andhra Pradesh (Department) has revised the rates for RT-PCR testing charged by the private laboratories. The revised rates are as follows: 1. For Samples sent by the Government (including pooled samples) - Rs.1,600/- [One pool sample consists of 5 individual samples, if any pool is found to be positive, the same batch has to be tested individually, and payment will be given as if they are treated as individual samples, apart from payment to pooled sample.] 2. Individuals approaching ICMR approved NABL labs for COVID testing (walk-in-testing) - Rs.1,900/- In addition to this, the following must be ensured- 1. Testing is done only in ICMR approved Laboratories and all other conditions laid down by the ICMR and the State Government will have to be followed. 2. The Private NABL & ICMR approved Labs must follow the above guidelines and all the Hospitals/Institutes/Labs have to display the rates in visible manner. Background: In a previous order dated 12th June, 2020 (G.O.RT.No. 296) , the Department had fixed the cost of COVID-19 testing in the ICMR approved private NABL Labs (RT-PCR). The total cost was fixed at Rs.2,400/- for samples referred by the State Government and Rs.2,900/- for the individuals directly approaching ICMR approved NABL Labs for COVID-19 testing, which includes both the screening test and confirmatory test. However, in a subsequent letter dated 19th August, 2020 the CEO, Dr.YSRAHCT & State Nodal Officer for Labs, COVID-19 had stated that as the availability of the kits have increased and there has been a reduction in the cost of both RNA extraction and RT-PCR kits, the cost of kits have come down. Therefore, the private laboratories must pass on benefits to people as high testing rates have been seen as an obstacle in getting more people to get tested for the COVID -19. Considering the above-mentioned, the present revision of rates has been done by the Government. | Mandatory | Private laboratories | No end date specified |
| Central | Ministry Of Civil Aviation Amends Guidelines Relating To Onboard Meal Services And In-Flight Entertainment In Domestic Flights | 27-08-2020 | The Ministry of Civil Aviation (Ministry) has, in an Office Memorandum dated 27th August, 2020, amended the guidelines relating to onboard meal services and in-flight entertainment basis feedback received from stakeholders. The Ministry had issued general instructions, detailed guidelines and Specific Operating Guidelines for stakeholders in relation to recommencement of domestic air travel effective from 25th May, 2020. Now, the Ministry has issued the Office Memorandum to amend the guidelines relating to meal services and in-flight entertainment in the flights. Please refer to the appended document for further details. Source: Ministry of Civil Aviation | Mandatory | Airlines | No end date specified |
| West Bengal | West Bengal Extends Weekly Lockdowns To September; Lockdowns To Be Observed On 7Th, 11Th And 12Th September; Lifts Restrictions On Flights From Certain Cities W.E.F. 1.9.2020 | 26-08-2020 | The Government of West Bengal has in a recent Letter informed that the weekly lockdowns in the state will continue in the month of September as well. As per the Letter complete state wide lockdowns will be observed on September 7, 2020 (Monday), September 11, 2020 (Friday), September 12, 2020 (Saturday). No flights will be allowed to come to or go out of any airport of West Bengal on these three days. Additionally, the Letter informs that restrictions on flights coming in from Delhi, Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, Chennai and Ahmedabad will be partially lifted from September 1, 2020 onwards. Flights from these 6 cities can come to West Bengal thrice a week. Caveat : Please note that we have not located the Letter on the Official Department Website but have obtained the same for other sources. Further, the Letter is dated September 26, 2020, which we believe is a typographical error. | Mandatory | All | 12-09-2020 |
| Central | Amidst Pandemic, Sebi Extends Timeline Of Validity Of Regulatory Measures Introduced In Light Of Abnormally High Market Volatility Till 24Th September, 2020 | 26-08-2020 | The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has, in a Press Release dated 26th August, 2020, informed that following regulatory measures introduced in light of the abnormally high volatility in the stock markets owing to the prevailing COVID-19 pandemic, by the SEBI Press Release dated 20th March, 2020, will continue to be in force till 24th September, 2020. i. The Market Wide Position Limit (MWPL) have been revised to 50% of the existing levels for the purpose of introducing ban period on fresh positions and not for determining the enhanced eligibility criteria for derivatives stocks. ii. The current penalty structure adopted by the stock exchanges / clearing corporations have been enhanced to 10 times of the minimum and 5 times of the maximum penalties specified by the stock exchanges / clearing corporations, to function as an effective deterrent in the current market context. iii. The margin for stocks has been increased for meeting the above-mentioned criteria for MWPL. iv. Margin for Non-F&O Stocks in Cash Market has been increased. v. Position limits in equity index derivatives (futures and options) have been revised. vi. The dynamic price bands can now be flexed only after a cooling-off period of 15 minutes from the time of meeting the existing criteria specified by stock exchanges for flexing. Please refer to the appended documents for further details. Source: Securities and Exchange Board of India | Mandatory | All | 24-09-2020 |
| Telangana | Telangana Government Issues Sop For Quarantine And Isolation Arrangements For International Arrivals In The State | 26-08-2020 | In continuation of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) Order dated 2nd August, 2020 relating to guidelines for international arrivals in the country, Telangana Government has issued SOPs with regard to quarantine and isolation arrangements for international arrivals in the State of Telangana. The guidelines are as follows 1. All passengers will undergo thermal screening upon disembarkation; 2. Passengers who are found symptomatic will be isolated and taken to medical facilities as per Health Protocol; 3. Asymptomatic passengers will be sent to paid institutional quarantine for a period of seven days followed by seven days of home isolation; 4. Passengers may be exempted from the above mentioned requirement of institutional quarantine on the following grounds - a. Passengers who have compelling reasons/cases of human distress such as pregnancy, death in family, serious illness and parents with children of the age of 10 years or below may be permitted for 14 days of home quarantine; b. Passengers who produce negative RT-PCR test report on arrival with the test conducted within 96 hours prior to departure will be required to undertake 14 days of home quarantine. 5. Passengers travelling for business reasons and having negative RT-PCR test conducted within 96 hours prior to departure will be exempted from the requirement of home/institutional quarantine. However, they should return within 4 days of arrival; 6. Government reserves the right to test any passenger who has submitted negative RT-PCR test results at random with Rapid Antigen Test. Those who are found positive will be immediately isolated and taken to medical facilities as per Health Protocol. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Himachal Pradesh | In Light Of The Prevailing Situation Caused Owing To The Pandemic, Himachal Pradesh Govt. Amends Sop For Tourists Coming Into The State | 26-08-2020 | In an Order dated 26th August, 2020, the Department of Tourism and Civil Aviation, Government of Himachal Pradesh (Department) has amended the Guidelines for tourists coming in the State. The amendment has been detailed in Annexure A of the present Order. Background- The Department had issued the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for opening of tourism units and for tourists coming in the State by Air/Train through an Order dated 4th July, 2020 and subsequently another Order dated 24th July, 2020. Now, considering the situation of the pandemic COVID 19, the Department has decided to amend/ modify the existing SOP. In light of this the present Order is issued. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Manipur | Government Of Manipur Reiterates Ban On Social Gatherings And Penalties Imposed Thereof; Violations Noticed Through Media/Social Media To Be Acted Upon Promptly | 25-08-2020 | The Chief Secretary of Manipur in an Order dated 25th August, 2020 has re-iterated the ban imposed earlier on all types of social / political / sports / entertainment / academic / cultural / religious functions and other large congregations except marriage related gatherings (subject to a maximum of 40 attendees for marriages and maximum of 20 attendees for funeral/ last rites). Penalties for various violations are - 1. Gathering in excess of authorized number of persons in ceremonies - Rs. 10,000/-; 2. Failure to wear mask and maintain social distance in public places - Rs. 200/-; 3. Any other violation of guidelines - Rs. 1,000/-. In addition to the above, cases of violations noticed through media / social media etc., will be acted upon promptly. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Ministry Of Commerce Amends The Export Policy Of Ppes/Masks; Allows Free Export Of Medical Coveralls, All Masks Except N95/Ffp2 Masks) And Face Shields | 25-08-2020 | In a Notification dated 25th August, 2020, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry has amended the export policy of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) / Masks by amending Schedule 2 of the ITC (HS) Export Policy, 2018 which relates to export of PPE / Masks. Present Amendment: 1. Prohibited Category: i. Nitrile/NBR Gloves 2. Restricted Category: i. Medical Goggles [Policy Condition- Monthly export quota of 20 lakh units of medical goggles] ii. N95/FFP2 masks or its equivalent [Policy Condition: Monthly export quota of 50 lakh units] 3. Freely exportable: i. Medical Coveralls of all Classes/Categories ii. All masks (Except N95/FFP2 masks or its equivalent) iii. Face Shields Implication of the amendment: 1. With the present amendment, export policy of 2/3 ply surgical mask, medical coveralls of all classes and categories (including medical coveralls for COVID-19) is amended from restricted to free. Coveralls (including gowns and aprons of all types) are now freely exportable. 2. The export policy of N-95/FFP2 masks or its equivalent masks is revised from Prohibited to Restricted category. 3. A monthly export quota of 50 lakh units has been fixed for N-95/FFP2 masks or its equivalent, for issuing export licenses to eligible applicants as per the criteria to be separately issued in a Trade Notice. Background: Previously, in notifications dated 28th July, 2020 , 21st July, 2020 and 29th June, 2020 the Export Policy of Personal Protective Equipment had been amended. The present notification is further amending the notification dated 28th July, 2020. Please refer to the appended document for details. Source: Ministry of Commerce and Industry | Mandatory | Pharmaceutical | No end date specified |
| Goa | Office Of The District Collector And Magistrate Issues Standard Operating Protocol For People Entering Goa | 25-08-2020 | The Office of the Collector and District Magistrate, South Goa District (Authority) has issued Standard Operating Protocol for people entering Goa. The Authority has stated that no permit is required for entering the state of Goa. The Authority mandated the following health screening norms for all entrants: (a) To travel with COVID-19 negative test report which is valid for 48 hours from the date of test. (b) To opt for home isolation for 14 days. (c) To opt for COVID-19 test by paying Rs. 2000/-. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Meghalaya | Meghalaya Government Reiterates That There Is No Restriction On Inter District Movement In The State; Restrictions By Local Authorities Not Mandated By The State | 25-08-2020 | The Government of Meghalaya win a Public Notice dated 25th August, reiterates that there is no restriction on the inter-District movement of persons within the State. Any restrictions imposed on movement of persons within the State and Quarantine Protocols by district or local authorities do not have the mandate of the State Government. The revised Testing, Quarantine and Discharge Policy for COVID-19 issued by the State Government on 21st August, 2020 applies to citizens and persons returning from outside to the State of Meghalaya. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Karnataka | Government Of Karnataka Notifies Revised Protocol To Ease Restrictions On Inter-State Travel To Karnataka; Does Away With Requirement For Hand Stamping, Isolation And Testing Etc; Asymptomatic Travellers May Report To Work Without 14 Days Home Quarantine | 24-08-2020 | In consonance with Order dated 31st July, 2020 by the Karnataka Government along with the MHA Unlock 3.0 Order dated 29th July, 2020, the Government of Karnataka has notified revised protocol to ease the existing restrictions on Inter-State travel to Karnataka. The revised protocol will apply to all Inter-State Travellers (arriving in Karnataka from all States / UTs), including business travellers, students, labourers coming for work, transit travellers etc. irrespective of their purpose of visit or duration of stay in the State. Following requirements pertaining to earlier Orders with regard to inter-State travel to Karnataka have been discontinued 1. Registration on Seva Sindhu portal; 2. Entry and medical check-up at State borders, bus stations, railway stations and airports; 3. Screening at the receiving centres in the districts; 4. Categorization of passengers; 5. Hand stamping; 6. 14 days of quarantine; 7. Isolation and testing; 8. Enforcement of home quarantine including poster on home door, information to neighbours/Resident Welfare Association/Apartment Owners' Associations, monitoring from Panchayat/ward level teams, flying squad, IVRS call centre outbound calls, quarantine watch app monitoring. However, the incoming inter-State travellers have been advised as follows 1. If travellers are found asymptomatic on arrival, they can report to work or perform their activities in the State without requirement of 14 day home quarantine. However, they will self-monitor their health and will seek medical consultation or call Apthamitra helpline 14410 if they have any kind of COVID-19 symptoms such as fever, cough etc.; 2. If travellers are found symptomatic i.e., with symptoms that may be related to COVID-19, they will have to immediately self-isolate themselves and will have to seek medical consultation without fail or call Apthamitra helpline 14410; 3. Travellers will have to observe standard COVID-19 precautions like compulsory wearing of mask, maintaining physical distance of 2 meters (6 feet), frequent hand washing with soap and water or hand sanitizer, follow cough etiquette etc., while in public areas and workplaces; The District Health Authority / BBMP will appropriately plan IEC Campaign for incoming travellers about importance of self reporting, self-isolation and COVID-19 testing of symptomatic persons. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Morth Provides Further Extension To Validity Of Fitness, Permits, Licenses, Registration And Other Documents Related To Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 And Central Motor Vehicle Rules, 1989 Till 31St December, 2020 | 24-08-2020 | In view of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways ("Ministry") has extended the validity of Fitness certificates, all types of Permits, Licenses, Registration or any other documents (under Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 and Central Motor Vehicle Rules, 1989) till 31st December 2020. All such documents whose extension of validity could not be granted due to lock-down and had expired since 1st February, 2020 or would expire by 31st December 2020 will be treated as valid till 31st of December 2020. This is being done to help out the citizens in availing transport related services in the country during the pandemic. The Government by earlier Orders dated 30th March, 2020 and 9th June, 2020 had extended the validity of all kinds of documents related to Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 and Central Motor Vehicle Rules, 1989 till 30th June, 2020 and 30th September, 2020. | Mandatory | All | 31-12-2020 |
| Central | In Light Of The Pandemic, Fssai Waives Off Penalties For Non-Submission Of Annual/ Half Yearly Returns By Food Businesses In Previous Years | 24-08-2020 | The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India, in an Order dated 24th August, 2020 has issued information regarding waiving off the penalties during COVID-19 pandemic period for failure to submit Annual/ Half Yearly returns by food businesses in previous years. FSSAI has decided not to count the period of 22nd March, 2020 to 31st December, 2020 for the accumulation of penalties under the provisions of FSS (Licensing and Registration of Food Business) Regulations, 2011 (Regulations) due to non-submission of returns of previous financial years. Background: The issue has been raised by several food business operators (FBOs) that the Regulations impose penalty on non-submission of returns of previous financial years. Due to the pandemic, the FBOs are seeking relaxation in the penalty levied during this period. Reviewing the present situation and in coherence of previous Orders (11th April, 2020 and 31st July, 2020) issued by the FSSAI , the present waiving off of penalties has been granted. | Mandatory | Food business operators | No end date specified |
| Bihar | Transport Department, Government Of Bihar Issues Directions For Operators And Passengers Of Public Transport | 24-08-2020 | The Transport Department of Bihar (Department) has issued directions for operators and passengers of Public Transport. The directions have been issued to contain the spread of COVID-19, in light of the Unlock 3.0 Guidelines. Some of the precautions that need to be ensured by the passengers using public transport are: a. The passengers are required to wear a mask or cover their faces while using public transport. No passenger will be allowed to board the transport without their faces covered or without wearing a mask; b. Passengers are required to use sanitizer prior to boarding a public transport; c. Passengers are required to make minimum use of handrails on the public transport; d. Passengers are requested not to form crowds in the public transport and are required to maintain social distancing and abide by other precautionary practices as notified; e. Passengers are prohibited from consuming Tobacco and other such products when inside the public transport; f. Passengers are prohibited from spitting at the bus stand or taxi stand; Please refer to the appended document for a detailed read. Please note that the directions are in Vernacular and we have translated it to the best of our understanding. Once an official translation is available, we will update in case there is a requirement. | Mandatory | Transportation | No end date specified |
| Karnataka | Karnataka Government Restricts The Opening Of Bars, Theatres, Amusement Parks; Restricts Gatherings In The State | 24-08-2020 | In light of the restrictions imposed due to lockdown in Karnataka, the Karnataka State Government has informed that the following shall remain restricted in the State to contain the spread of the pandemic COVID-19: I. Cinema halls, swimming pools, amusement parks, theatres, bars, halls, assembly halls and memorials, II. Social / political/ religious/ sports/ cultural functions and other social gatherings Further, persons above 65 years of age, persons with disabilities and children below the age of 10 years are advised to stay at home. Please note that the Order is in Vernacular and we have translated it to the best of our understanding. Once an official translation is available, we will update in case there is a requirement. | Mandatory | all | No end date specified |
| Chhattisgarh | Chhattisgarh Government Eases Requirement Of E-Passes For Inter-State And Intra-State Movement; E-Pass May Be Obtained Voluntarily For The Purpose Of Contact Tracing | 23-08-2020 | The Government of Chhattisgarh has notified that e-passes are not mandatory for inter-State and intra-State movement. In view of COVID-19 pandemic, the State Government had earlier issued Orders which mandated individuals to obtain e-passes for inter-State and intra-State movement, but now, in an Order dated 23rd August, 2020, new instructions have been issued with regard to such movement in consonance with the MHA Unlock 3.0 Order 1. e-pass is not mandatory for inter-State and intra-State movement; 2. Individuals have been encouraged to use e-pass voluntarily as this will help in contact tracing if someone is tested positive. The travel history can be used to identify potential positive patients in time; 3. Passengers travelling to airports, railways, inter-state checkposts are advised to apply for an e-pass as this will help in contact tracing if the person gets infected; 4. Quarantine instructions on inter-state movement will remain unchanged. Please note that the Order is in Vernacular and we have translated it to the best of our understanding. Once an official translation is available, we will update in case there is a requirement. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Home Secretary, Government Of India Re-Iterates That There Shall Be No Restriction On Inter-State And Intra-State Movement Of Goods And People; Separate Permission, E-Permit Or Approval Not Required For Such Movement | 22-08-2020 | The Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India (MHA), in letters dated 22nd August, 2020 (addressed to the Chief Secretaries of all States and Administrators of Union Territories), has re-iterated the fifth paragraph of the MHA Unlock Order 3.0 issued on 29th July, 2020 wherein it was clearly mentioned that there will be no restriction on inter-State and intra-State movement of persons and goods and that no separate permission, approval or e-permit shall be required. The MHA has further emphasised that the MHA Unlock 3.0 guidelines be strictly followed. Background : There have been reports of local level restrictions on movement being imposed by various Districts / States. Such restrictions are creating problems in inter-State movement of goods and services, resulting in disruption of economic activities and employment besides affecting supply of goods and services. Such restrictions imposed by the State Government amount to violation of guidelines issued by the MHA under the provisions of the Disaster Management Act, 2005. In light of the above-mentioned, the present letters have been issued. | Mandatory | All | 31-08-2020 |
| Central | Ministry Of Home Affairs Issues Revised Sop For International Travel On Non-Scheduled International Flights Under Vande Bharat Scheme And Air Transport Bubble Arrangement | 22-08-2020 | Ministry of Home Affairs has notified Standard Operating Protocol ("SOP") for international travel on non-scheduled commercial flights under Vande Bharat Scheme and Air Transport Bubble arrangement. The SOPs are in continuation of the Ministry's previous Order dated 29th July, 2020. With a view to curb the spread of COVID-19 virus, the Central Government had taken steps to curtail the inward / outward movement of international passengers (both foreigners and Indians) in a calibrated manner. The Government had launched "Vande Bharat" mission to bring back Indians stranded in foreign countries and the Ministry of Civil Aviation (MOCA) has entered into "Air Transport Bubbles" arrangements with few countries to allow limited commercial passenger services on reciprocal basis. Therefore the following SOP has been laid down for movement of passengers - A. In-bound flights 1. Category of persons who are eligible to travel on these flights will be permitted by MHA from time to time; 2. Persons have to register themselves with Indian Missions in the country where they are stranded/residing along with necessary details if they want to travel to India on Vande Bharat flights; 3. SOPs for operation of flights and ships under the mission will be issued by MOCA/Department of Military Affairs (DMA) or Ministry of Shipping (MOS) from time to time; 4. Priority will be given to compelling cases of distress including migrant workers / labourers who have been laid off, short term visa holders whose visas are about to expire, persons with medical emergency/pregnant women/elderly or those required to return to India due to death of family member and students; 5. The cost of travel will be borne by travellers; 6. After registrations for Vande Bharat flights, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) will prepare database of details of all passengers and information on RT-PCR test will be taken and along with its result, this data will be shared by the MEA with respective States/UTs; 7. MEA and MOCA will display with at least two days notice, the schedule (day, place and time of arrival) of incoming flight on their online digital platform; 8. All travellers will give an undertaking that they are making the journey at their own risk; 9. All precautions such as wearing of masks, environmental hygiene, respiratory hygiene etc will be observed by airline staff, crew and passengers; 10. Passengers arriving through land borders will also have to undergo same protocol as mentioned above; 11. Guidelines on heath protocols and quarantine for international arrivals as issued by Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) will be observed from time to time. B. Out-bound flights: 1. Category of persons who will be eligible to travel on these flights will be permitted by the MHA from time to time; 2. MOCA will display on its website the category of persons eligible to travel out of India; 3. Such persons will apply to MOCA or to an agency designated by MOCA for this purpose along with necessary details including places of departure and arrival; 4. The travel from India will be on a non-scheduled commercial flight as allowed by MOCA; 5. Indian seafarers / crew seeking to accept contracts to serve on vessels abroad can travel on the non-scheduled commercial flights as allowed by MOCA or flights arranged by their employers subject to clearance given by Ministry of Shipping; 6. Before tickets of such persons are confirmed, the airline will ensure that the destination country allows entry of such persons with valid visa of that country. If any conditions are imposed by the destination country then the same will have to be fulfilled by the person intending to travel; 7. The cost of travel will be borne by the travellers; 8. All travellers will undergo thermal screening at the time of boarding as per health protocol and only asymptomatic travellers will be allowed to board the flight; 9. All precautions such as wearing of masks, environmental hygiene, respiratory hygiene etc will be observed by airline staff, crew and passengers. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Tamil Nadu | Government Of Tamil Nadu Exempts Manufacturing Of Automobiles And Its Components, Components Of Defence And All Export Industries From Complete Lockdowns On Sundays | 21-08-2020 | The Revenue and Disaster Management Department of Tamil Nadu (Department) has issued a Letter dated August 21, 2020 in furtherance of its earlier Notification number G.O.Ms. No. 396, dated July 31, 2020 which had extended the lockdown in the State till August 31, 2020. The earlier Notification had declared complete lockdown in the State on all Sundays falling in the month of August and had also permitted the following on such days of complete lockdown: a. operation of continuous process industries manufacturing essential items like medical devices and food, food processing industries, agricultures, Agro processing and plantations; b. milk distribution, hospitals, pharmaceutical shops, hospital vehicles, ambulance and hearse vehicle services; c. private vehicles to ply only for medical emergencies; Now, in the present Letter, it is clarified that the following shall be permitted to operate during complete lockdowns on Sundays: a. Manufacture of automobiles and their components; b. Components for defence; c. All export industries. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Letter. | Mandatory | Manufacture of automobiles and their components, components for defence, export industries | 31-08-2020 |
| Punjab | Government Of Punjab Issues Additional Restrictions In The Urban Areas Of Punjab; Effective Since 22Nd August 2020 Upto 31St August, 2020 | 21-08-2020 | The Government of Punjab has issued additional restrictions in the Urban Areas of Punjab with effect since 22nd August 2020, upto 31st August 2020. Key Highlights Some of the restrictions imposed are listed below: a. Weekend Curfew: Total Curfew on Saturdays and Sundays in all the 167 municipal towns of the State up to 31st August 2020. b. Night curfew: Movement of individuals for all the non-essential activities to remain prohibited between 7:00pm to 5:00am within municipal limits of all cities of Punjab throughout the week. Essential activities and services, movement of persons and goods on National and State Highways, inter-State & intra-State movement of persons and unloading of cargo and travel of persons to their destinations after disembarking from buses, trains and aeroplanes are permitted. Essential services include offices both private and government, construction industry, media both visual & print, services related to health, agricultural and related activities, dairying and fishery activities, banks, ATMs, stock markets, insurance companies, on-line teaching, public utilities, public transport industry in multiple-shifts etc. The list is not exhaustive and district authorities can add any activities in public interest. Movement of persons and students in connection with all kinds of examinations, admission/entrance tests conducted by Universities, Boards, Public Service Commissions and other institutions heve been permitted. Not more than 50% of shops dealing in non-essential commodities will be allowed to remain open on a given day in the 5 cities, which are - Amritsar, Jalandhar, Ludhiana, Patiala & SAS Nagar. The district authorities would stagger the opening days of shops accordingly. However, all shops dealing in essential commodities will be allowed to remain open on all days as per the timings given below: a. Shops and Malls: Open till 6:30 pm (Monday to Friday); Closed in all cities on Saturday and Sunday; b. Shops/ malls (dealing in essential commodities): Open till 6:30pm on all days (Monday to Sunday); c. Religious Places: Open till 6:30pm on all days (Monday to Sunday); d. Sports complexes, Stadia and public complex: Open till 6:30 pm on all days (Monday to Sunday); e. Restaurants (Including Restaurants/ hotels in malls): Open till 6:30pm on all days (Monday to Sunday); f. Hotels: Open on all days. No restrictions on timings have been specified; g. Liquor Vends: Open till 6:30 pm on all days (Monday to Sunday); h. Vehicles (throughout the state) i. Only 3 persons including driver to be allowed in a 4-wheeler vehicle. j. All buses and public transport vehicles to allow sitting for 50 % capacity with no person standing. j. Ban on gatherings (throughout the state): Section 144 of the Cr.PC will be invoked and orders will be issued to prohibit all social, political, religious gathering, protests and demonstrations throughout the State. However, gatherings relating to marriage and funerals will be allowed only for 30 persons and 20 persons respectively. 3. Government and Private Offices Government and private offices will be allowed to operate with 50% staff strength till the end of the month i.e. not more than 50% of employees will be permitted on a particular day. The Heads of Offices will be required to restrict public visitors in Government offices and encourage use of on-line Punjab Grievance Redressal System (PGRS) and other on-line tools to minimize person to person contact in offices. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Gazette Notification. | Mandatory | All | 31-08-2020 |
| Delhi | Delhi Government Discontinues The Scheme Of Creating Health Care Facilities In Banquet Halls; Effective Immediately | 21-08-2020 | In an Order dated 21st August, 2020, the Health and Family Welfare Department, Delhi has informed that the scheme of creating health care facilities in Banquet Halls, which was operationalised in linkages with designated COVID Hospitals of Government of NCT of Delhi, vide cabinet decision .no. 2845 dated 26.06.2020 has now been discontinued. Further, all Medical Directors/Directors of concerned linked hospitals of Government of NCT of Delhi and all concerned District Magistrates of Delhi are directed to wind up the facilities operating in Banquet Halls with immediate effect. | Mandatory | Hospitals | No end date specified |
| Central | Ministry Of Information And Broadcasting Releases Sop On Preventive Measures For Media Production To Contain Spread Of Covid-19. | 21-08-2020 | The Ministry of Information & Broadcasting on 21st August, 2020 has issued "Guiding Principles and SOP on preventive measures for Media Production to contain spread of COVID-19". These Guidelines reiterate principles and measures established by the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare and has provided additional Standard Operating Procedures ("SOP") related to Media Production such as- i. Face cover/ mask are mandatory for cast and crew, except for actors in front of the camera. ii. There shall be designated entry and exit points for all shoot locations and other workplaces iii. Common locations such as sets, cafeteria, make-up rooms, edit rooms, vanity vans, washrooms, etc. shall be sanitized regularly. iv. Dos and Donts shall be communicated at prominent points at the workplace using information boards, posters, and infographics. v. Make-up artists and hair stylists shall use relevant PPE. Artists should be encouraged to do their hair styling and make-up remotely with the help of professionals. vi. Efforts shall be made to minimize the use of props. Sanitization of props shall be done before and after use. Please refer to the document attached for the exhaustive list of Guidelines | Mandatory | Media | |
| Punjab | Punjab Cm Implements Weekend Lockdown And Daily Night Curfew Between 7 Pm To 5 Am As Emergency Measure In The State To Check The Spread Of Covid-19 | 20-08-2020 | The Chief Minister of Punjab ("CM") on 20th August, 2020 has announced weekend lockdown and daily night curfew from 7pm to 5 am in all cities and towns in the State. As part of this Emergency measure, a total ban has been imposed on all gatherings except weddings and funerals across the State till 31st August, 2020. Government and private offices to work at 50% capacity till the end of this month. Public visitors in government officials to be restricted and online grievance redressal system to be encouraged to minimise in-person contact with hassle-free online engagement. Restrictions on vehicular capacity have been imposed again in the Districts of Amritsar, Ludhiana, Jalandhar, Patiala and SAS Nagar (Mohali) where buses and other public transport must operate with 50% capacity and private four-wheelers cannot carry more than three passengers per vehicle. Only 50% of the non-essential shops to remain open on a daily basis. These measures have been taken by the CM to check the spread of Covid-19 in the State. | Mandatory | All | 31-08-2020 |
| Goa | Joint Electricity Regulatory Commission (Jerc) For The State Of Goa And Union Territories Provides Rebate To Its Consumers During The Crucial Period Of Covid-19 Pandemic | 20-08-2020 | The Joint Electricity Regulatory Commission (JERC) for the State of Goa and Union Territories through the Extraordinary Official Gazette has decided to give rebate to its consumers during the crucial period of COVID-19 Pandemic. JERC had previously relaxed due dates and introduced a moratorium on payment of fixed charges to all industrial and commercial consumers for the bills raised during the period from 24-3-2020 to 30-6-2020, which they could avail if they so desired. Now the JERC has provided rebate to its consumers by means of following: (1) Rebate on the difference of maximum Demand Charges billed and actual recorded maximum demand charges for the month of April, 2020 and May, 2020 for all HT Consumers. (2) Waive off the 50% of fixed charges billed to all the LT consumers for the month of April, 2020 and May, 2020. (3) Delay payment charges will not be levied on consumer bills with due date of payment between 24th March, 2020 and 31st July, 2020, for which the payment has been received by 31st August, 2020. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Maharashtra | Government Of Maharashtra Allows Inter-District Bus Services Of Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation; No Permission/ Approvals/ E-Pass Required For Buses Or Passengers | 19-08-2020 | The Department of Revenue and Forest, Disaster Management, Government of Maharashtra (Department), has made amendments to the earlier Mission Begin Again notification issued by the Department originally issued on 31st May 2020 and extended by virtue of Orders dated 29th June 2020 and 29th July 2020. The Department has amended Clause 7 (e) of the above-mentioned Notification to now permit Inter-District bus services only for Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation. The buses and passengers travelling by these buses will not require any permission/ approvals/ e-passes. The Standard Operating Procedure for operation of these buses will be issued by Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation. Previously, Intra-district buses were not permitted. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | All | 31-08-2020 |
| Manipur | Manipur Government Revises Sop For Short Term/ Urgent Visitors In The State | 19-08-2020 | In an Order dated 19th August, 2020 the Government of Manipur has issued an Addendum to the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for short term/ urgent visitors in continuation of the with the revised SOP issued by the Government on 15th August, 2020. Through the present Order it has been stated that those visitors who intend to extend their stay in Manipur beyond 7 days will be permitted to do so only if they undergo paid testing for COVID 19 again on the 6th or 7th day of arrival. Further, the test results have to be reported to the Health Department. Background: In a previous Order dated 15th August, 2020 (enclosed with the present Order) the Government had issued the SOP for short term/ urgent visitors in Manipur. Now, with the present Order, a new clause is being added in the SOP. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Karnataka | Karnataka Government Revises Guidelines For Determining Containment And Buffer Zones. | 18-08-2020 | In A Circular dated 18th August, 2020 the Government of Karnataka has issued the Revised guidelines for containment and buffer zones. Key Takeaways: 1. The Circular defines a containment zone as a well-defined "area" around the residence of a COVID -19 positive person where the most intensive measures to prevent the spread of viral infection need to be implemented. 2. Buffer zone is an area of 200 meters radius around the perimeter of "Containment area" in both urban and rural areas. Deputy Commissioner of the District /Commissioner-BBMP will define the "Buffer Zone" as per the above criteria by identifying roads, drains, and parks or other features for clear geographical segregation. 3. Containment Zone returns to normalcy if no new COVID-19 case is reported for at least 14 days after the last COVID-19 case was reported; and all the contacts of the confirmed case have been followed up for 14 days. 4. The village/ city/district/state will be declared free from the COVID-19 only after 28 days have passed since the last confirmed case of Covid-19 has been discharged from hospital/home isolation. Background: In view of evolving situation of COVID-19 in the State, there are large number of cases reported in houses and apartments which are closely located. This has led to too many Containment Zones, thus making it difficult for authorities to conduct surveillance activities and ensure perimeter control. In this context the present revised Circular is issued on Notification and de-notification of Containment and Buffer Zones. Comment for ADG- I think this is only for COVID Package. please confirm. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Arunachal Pradesh | Arunachal Govt. Announces Automatic Renewal Of Various Licenses And Permits From 1St April, 2020 To 31St December,2020 | 18-08-2020 | In light of Covid-19 pandemic, the Government of Arunachal Pradesh has decided to automatically renew the following licenses from 01.04.2020 to 31.12.2020 - 1. Trade Licence 2. Food and Packaging Licence 3. Factory Licence 4. Bar and Retail Licence 5. Agent Permit 6. Plying Permit 7. Contractor Licence | Mandatory | All | 31.12.2020 |
| Punjab | Government Of Punjab Imposes Additional Restrictions In All Cities In The State; Movement For Non-Essential Activities Between 9 Pm To 5 Am Is Prohibited; Industries Running 2-3 Shifts Permitted To Operate | 17-08-2020 | In the wake of the sudden rise in COVID-19 cases, Punjab Government has issued additional directions with regard to restrictions in Jalandhar, Ludhiana and Patiala, with effect since 18th August, 2020. Some points to note 1. Movement of individuals for all non-essential activities has been prohibited between 9 pm to 5 am till further orders, within the municipal limits of all cities in Punjab; 2. Industries operating 2-3 shifts have been permitted to operate; Note: Essential activities such as movement of persons and goods on national and State highways, unloading of cargo and travel of persons to their destinations after disembarking from buses, trains and aeroplanes have been permitted; 3. Restaurants, hotels and other hospitality units may remain open till 8:30 pm. Also, shops and shopping malls may remain open till 8 pm. Restaurants / hotels situated within shopping malls and liquor vends have been permitted to remain open till 8:30 pm; 4. Shops other than those dealing in essential commodities and shopping malls will remain closed on Sundays. In addition to this, shops (other than those dealing in essential commodities) and shopping malls in 3 cities of Ludhiana, Patiala and Jalandhar will also remain closed on Saturdays till further orders; 5. Individuals to avoid unnecessary travel on Saturdays and Sundays in Ludhiana, Patiala and Jalandhar. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Bihar | Bihar Government Extends The Validity Of Lockdown Related Guidelines Issued Earlier On 30Th July, 2020 In The State Till 6Th September, 2020 | 17-08-2020 | In a Notification dated 17th August, 2020 the Home Department, Government of Bihar (Department) has extended lockdown in the state till 6th September, 2020. Furthermore, it has been clarified that restrictions imposed earlier through an Order dated 30th July, 2020 will remain in force till 6th September, 2020. Background: The Department had earlier issued guidelines for implementing Unlock 3 in the State, in consonance with the MHA Unlock 3.0 Order dated 29th July, 2020. These guidelines were in force till 16th August, 2020. With the present Order, the said restrictions are being extended till 6th September, 2020 | Mandatory | All | 06-09-2020 |
| Manipur | Manipur Govt. Issues Additional Guidelines For Complete Lockdown In The State In Continuation Of 15Th August, 2020 Order; Lockdown Effective Since 17Th August, 2020 Till 31St August, 2020 In The Entire State | 17-08-2020 | In continuation of the Order dated 15th August, 2020 where the Government of Manipur declared a complete lockdown in the State till 31st August, 2020 along with curfew from 5 PM till 6 AM, the Government on 17th August, 2020 has issued certain guidelines for this lockdown period which will have to be followed in the entire State of Manipur. The guidelines are as follows - 1. Employers to check whether "Aarogya Setu App" is installed by all employees and their health status is regularly updated on the app; 2.In containment zones, only essential activities will be allowed and there will be strict perimeter control to ensure that there is no movement of people in and out of these zones, except for medical emergencies and for maintaining supply of essential goods and services; 3. Persons above the age of 65 years, persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women and children below the age of 10 years are advised to stay at home except for essential and health purposes; 4. In addition to activities permitted vide Order dated 15th August, 2020, the following activities are allowed from 17th August till 31st August, 2020- a. Whole sale shops in Paona Bazar (Masjid Road) will be allowed to open between 10 AM to 3 PM on all days except Sunday; b. Petrol Pumps will be opened for public as notified by CAF & PD Department. | Mandatory | All | 31-08-2020 |
| Kerala | Kerala Government Issues Information For Covid 19 Sample Management In Laboratories | 16-08-2020 | In a document dated 16th August, 2020, the Kerala Government of Kerala has issued information for COVID 19 sample management in Virus Diagnostic Laboratory. The Document contains information about the following: 1. Process of receipt of samples. 2. Process of handling samples for aliquoting 3. RNA Extraction 4. Master Mix Preparation 5. RNA Addition 6. PCR Run 7. PCR Results 8. Test Reports. 9. Work shift arrangement for laboratories The Document further provides Standard Operating Procedure for workflow and sample management inside the laboratory. | Mandatory | Diagnostic Laboratories | No end date specified |
| Meghalaya | Deputy Commissioner, East Khasi Hills District, Shillong Allows Certain Establishments, Services And Activities To Operate Daily/Remain Open In The District After Submitting An Undertaking; Private Offices Can Operate Daily With 33% Staff Strength | 15-08-2020 | In continuation of earlier Orders, the Deputy Commissioner of East Khasi Hills District in Shillong has issued an Order to notify that all shops operating from fixed premises are allowed to operate on a daily basis from 8 am to 8 pm in the East Khasi Hills District. Further directions have also been notified, which shall not apply to areas falling under Police Bazaar, G. S. Road (from Khyndai Lad to Motphran), Keating Road, Jail Road, Motphran, Jhalupara, Mawbah, Barapathar, Anjalee Point, Mawlonghat, Iewmawlong, Cantonment, Jeep Stand, Garikhana, Paltan Bazaar and Iewduh. Separate Orders will be issued for these areas. Also, these directions / Order will not apply to houses, buildings and areas which are declared as containment areas as per Annexure-I of the Order. The following establishments, services and activities are allowed to remain open / operate daily in all of East Khasi Hills District including Shillong Urban Agglomeration, Civil Sub-Division of Sohra and Pynursla and in all C&D Blocks except Cyber Cafe, Gaming Parlours, Jackpot Parlours and Lottery Counter 1. Private Offices have been permitted to operate with 33% employee strength (after obtaining permission and submitting an undertaking to the Deputy Commissioner). Offices need to follow SOP on preventive measures to contain spread of COVID-19 in office / workplace issued by Government of India without fail; 2. Pharmacies / laboratories / private and public clinics / veterinary clinics / dispensary; 3. Petrol Pump; 4. Home delivery and takeaway of food; 5. Mobile car repairing service consisting of 2 technicians and mechanic; 6. Services provided by self-employed persons like electrician, IT repairs, mechanics etc.; 7. Courier Service and e-commerce operation for all goods and common service centres; 8. Construction activities (in rural areas) will have to obtain permission and submit an undertaking to the Deputy Commissioner before starting work and in urban areas only in-situ construction (workers available on site/workers coming from same district) and construction of renewable energy projects. Permission will have to be obtained and an undertaking will have to be submitted to the Deputy Commissioner for resumption of activities. In addition to this, SOPs issued by the Labour Department, Meghalaya have to be strictly followed at all times; 9. Operation of notified weighbridges to facilitate checking of loaded vehicles after obtaining due permission and submitting an undertaking; 10. Border trade with Bangladesh through Land Customs Stations is permitted subject to strict compliance of SOP issued by the State Government, however, trade through Border Haat is not permitted; 11. Non-contact and in-direct contact sports are allowed after obtaining permission and submitting an undertaking to the Deputy Commissioner. In addition to the above-mentioned, the following commercial activities may operate on a daily basis after submission of undertakings 1. Food processing units including rice mills and mustard oil processing in rural areas outside municipalities; 2. Brick kilns in rural areas outside municipalities; 3. Industrial units; 4. Cement plants to operate at 100% capacity; 5. Mining of limestone and boulder by lease-holders for domestic sale in the state or country. However, export outside the country is permitted only through automated, elevated conveyor belt with no human intervention; 6. Quarrying of chips and aggregates including their transportation; 7. All agriculture and allied sectors like farming, processing and distribution of milk and milk products etc.; 8. Operation of tea industry including plantation for production, processing, packaging and marketing; 9. Transportation of all agricultural products; 10. MNREGA works with strict implementation of social distancing and face mask. NOTE - All permitted establishments, activities, services, industrial and commercial activities in both urban and rural areas will have to strictly comply with the SOPs issued by the Government at all times. Additional instructions for various establishments 1. Shops inside Shopping Malls/Complexes will open daily while adhering with the SOPs on preventive measures in Shopping Malls to contain the spread of COVID-19 issued by the Government of India. The owner of shopping malls / complexes and respective shopkeepers will need to comply with the SOPs failing which the shop / shopping mall / complex will be closed followed by legal action. Further, no loitering will be allowed in such places and only customers may enter to make a purchase and exit immediately thereafter; 2. Restaurants / cafes / food outlets excluding those located along the National Highways will open daily w.e.f. 8 am to 8 pm and follow the SOPs for restaurants issued by the Tourism Department, Government of Meghalaya. Food outlets will open strictly for home delivery and for takeaway service along the National Highways till 10 pm; 3. Barber shops / beauty parlours / salons will strictly follow SOP issued by the Government of Meghalaya, Health and Family Welfare Department; 4. Weekly markets given under Annexure-V of the Order except Border Haats and Markets located in inter-State borders are permitted to open in the District subject to strict compliance with SOP issued by the Health and Family Welfare Department; 5. Hotels are permitted to resume operations with strict compliance with SOP issued by the Tourism Department, Government of Meghalaya. Permission will have to obtained before restarting operations from the Deputy Commissioner, East Khasi Hills District, Shillong; 6. Yoga Institutes and Gymnasiums will operate after submitting an undertaking confirming that they will adhere with SOPs issued by the Government before resumption of operations; 7. Cyber Cafes are permitted to open subject to strict compliance with the SOPs issued by the Information Technology and Communication Department, Government of Meghalaya after taking permission from the Deputy Commissioner Office; 8. Gaming Parlours are permitted to open on a daily basis from 8 am to 8 pm after obtaining permission from the Deputy Commissioner. SOPs will have to be strictly followed at all times. Further, the public is requested to strictly follow the following 1. Maintain social distancing of at least 6 feet; 2. Not to overcrowd in one area/shop; 3. To wear mask by shopkeepers and customers; 4. Not to spit in public places; 5. Cooperate with management made by the District Administration, District Police and Headman; 6. Ensure that this Order and previously issued Orders are followed strictly. For a detail read, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Punjab | Punjab Cm Extends Night Curfew (Between 9 Pm To 5 Am) To All Cities; Industries Exempted From Night Curfew; 'Stay At Home' To Be Followed On Weekends In Ludhiana, Jalandhar And Patiala | 14-08-2020 | The Chief Minister of Punjab has announced extension of the night curfew from 9 pm till 5 am in all cities of Punjab with a view to curb the spread of COVID-19 infection in the coming weeks. Few additional measures have also been prescribed for implementation along with night curfew. Additional Measures 1. The night curfew will be applicable to all cities. However, industries have been exempted from the night curfew; 2. Every Office, restaurant and marriage place, wherein more than 10 people gather will appoint one Covid Monitor to ensure full compliance of masks, sanitization and social distancing. Special teams will inspect these places and violators will be penalised; 3. Weekend (Saturday and Sunday) will be observed as 'Stay at Home' to avoid unnecessary movement and socialising in cities of Ludhiana, Patiala and Jalandhar. Only essential services related movement has been permitted; 4. People have been requested to get themselves tested and report to hospitals within 72 hours if they feel sick; 5. Masks have been mandated for everyone, both indoors and outdoors, to curb the spread of infection. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Meghalaya | Government Of Meghalaya Allows Yoga Institutes, Gyms, Cyber Cafes And Gaming Parlours To Open From 20Th August, 2020; Sops Issued By The Government To Be Strictly Followed Along With Social Distancing Protocols | 14-08-2020 | Home Department, Government of Meghalaya in an Order dated 14th August, 2020 has allowed the following additional activities in the State w.e.f. 20th August, 2020. 1. Yoga Institutes and gyms are allowed to operate with strict compliance to the SOP issued by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India; 2. Cyber cafes are allowed by following SOP issued by the Information Technology and Communication Department, Government of India; 3. Gaming Parlours can now function by following SOP issued by the Deputy Commissioner. However, the above-mentioned establishments who wish to resume operations need to submit an undertaking to the Deputy Commissioner confirming that they will adhere to the relevant SOPs and social distancing protocols issued by the Health and Family Welfare Department, Government of Meghalaya and obtain specific permission from the Deputy Commissioner before the commencement of activities. | Mandatory | Yoga institutes, gyms, cyber cafes and gaming parlours | No end date specified |
| Puducherry | Puducherry Government Notifies Partial Modification To Earlier Lockdown Order; Exempts Continuous Process Industries From Lockdown Restrictions On Tuesdays, Subject To Prior Approval | 14-08-2020 | The Puducherry Government has issued an Order to notify partial modifications to earlier Order dated 12th August, 2020, wherein shops and establishments were permitted to be open from 6 am to 7 pm and complete lockdown was imposed every Tuesday. Pursuant to requests from various quarters and Mahe and Yanam regions, the folllowing have been exempted from lockdown restrictions on Tuesdays 1. Continuous process industrial units may function with minimum employees after obtaining prior approval from the Directorate of Industries and Commerce; 2. Mahe and Yanam regions have been exempted from all restrictions imposed. Note: Necessary Orders will be issued by the Regional Administrators, which are at par with the adjoining States; 3. Government Offices involved in essential / field services may function with minimum staff. In addition to the above-mentioned, it has been clarified that Central Government Offices and religious institutions in Puducherry and Karaikal will be closed on Tuesdays. Violation of the above-mentioned will attract punishment under provisions of Disaster Management Act, 2005 and Epidemic Diseases Act, 1897. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | All, continuous process industries | No end date specified |
| Karnataka | Karnataka Government Issues Uniform Sop For Inter-State Migrant Workers That Are Returning Back To The State Of Karnataka During The Unlock Period; Workplaces Employing Migrant Workers Will Have To Screen All Workers At Entry Point And Will Have To Keep Stock Of Soaps And Hand Sanitizers | 14-08-2020 | The Karnataka Government has issued a uniform Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for inter-state migrant workers returning to the State. With the opening of borders during the unlock period many migrant workers are returning as industries /establishments have started their operations again in the State. The State Government has decided to implement the SOP so that the spread of COVID-19 infection may be controlled. Companies which are involved in infrastructure works will need to follow the below mentioned guidelines. All migrant workers will have to be put up separately in isolation upon their arrival in the State followed by screening by the health team (Govt. or Private) for COVID-19 symptoms like fever, cold, cough, throat pain, loss of taste, loss of smell, body ache, diarrhoea, difficulty in breathing etc. At the workplace the following will have to be followed 1. There will be daily thermal scanning and symptom screening of all workers at entry points. In addition to this, masks will be compulsory for all and social distancing of 2 meters will be strictly followed. The workplace should also have provisions of soap and hand sanitizers at different points and they will have to be properly used by all; 2. Anyone showing COVID-19 like symptoms will be isolated at workplace and referred to the nearest fever clinic (Govt. or Private) for COVID testing. There will be a preliminary screening of migrant workers by health team upon their arrival from other states in the manner prescribed below 1. All symptomatic (showing COVID-19 like symptoms) will undergo Rapid Antigen Testing (RAT) and one nasopharyngeal swab for RAT and one nasopharyngeal swab along with one throat swab for RT-PCR will be collected. If the RAT test result is negative then the other sample will be tested by RT-PCR, if RT-PCR test result is also negative then the person will be allowed to report for work. However, the worker will have to self-report any COVID-19 symptoms during the next 14 days. 2. All asymptomatic (no COVID-19 like symptoms) will undergo RAT (one nasopharyngeal swab) and only those testing negative will be allowed to report to work. However, the worker will have to self-report any COVID-19 symptoms during the next 14 days. NOTE - Persons testing positive in the tests will undergo COVID-19 treatment as per existing protocol. | Mandatory | Infrastructure works | No end date specified |
| Karnataka | Karnataka Government Issues Uniform Sop For Inter-State Migrant Workers That Are Returning Back To The State Of Karnataka During The Unlock Period; Workplaces Employing Migrant Workers Will Have To Screen All Workers At Entry Point And Will Have To Keep Stock Of Soaps And Hand Sanitizers | 14-08-2020 | The Karnataka Government has issued a uniform Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for inter-state migrant workers returning to the State. With the opening of borders during the unlock period many migrant workers are returning as industries /establishments have started their operations again in the State. The State Government has decided to implement the SOP so that the spread of COVID-19 infection may be controlled. Companies which are involved in infrastructure works will need to follow the below mentioned guidelines. All migrant workers will have to be put up separately in isolation upon their arrival in the State followed by screening by the health team (Govt. or Private) for COVID-19 symptoms like fever, cold, cough, throat pain, loss of taste, loss of smell, body ache, diarrhoea, difficulty in breathing etc. At the workplace the following will have to be followed 1. There will be daily thermal scanning and symptom screening of all workers at entry points. In addition to this, masks will be compulsory for all and social distancing of 2 meters will be strictly followed. The workplace should also have provisions of soap and hand sanitizers at different points and they will have to be properly used by all; 2. Anyone showing COVID-19 like symptoms will be isolated at workplace and referred to the nearest fever clinic (Govt. or Private) for COVID testing. There will be a preliminary screening of migrant workers by health team upon their arrival from other states in the manner prescribed below 1. All symptomatic (showing COVID-19 like symptoms) will undergo Rapid Antigen Testing (RAT) and one nasopharyngeal swab for RAT and one nasopharyngeal swab along with one throat swab for RT-PCR will be collected. If the RAT test result is negative then the other sample will be tested by RT-PCR, if RT-PCR test result is also negative then the person will be allowed to report for work. However, the worker will have to self-report any COVID-19 symptoms during the next 14 days. 2. All asymptomatic (no COVID-19 like symptoms) will undergo RAT (one nasopharyngeal swab) and only those testing negative will be allowed to report to work. However, the worker will have to self-report any COVID-19 symptoms during the next 14 days. NOTE - Persons testing positive in the tests will undergo COVID-19 treatment as per existing protocol. | Mandatory | Infrastructure works | No end date specified |
| Assam | Assam Government Notifies Guidelines On Permitted And Restricted Activities In The State Till August 31, 2020; Effective Since August 16, 2020 | 13-08-2020 | In an Order dated August 13, 2020, the Assam Government has listed out the activities permitted in the State with effect from 5:00 am of August 16, 2020 till 9:30 pm August 31, 2020. The present Order is in continuation of an earlier Order dated August 2, 2020. A consolidated list of permitted activities as per both the Orders is provided below: a. City buses are allowed subject to maintenance of all COVID-19 protocols and social distancing and with 50% capacity; b. Public transport is allowed subject to maintenance of all COVID-19 protocols and social distancing with 50% capacity; c. Inter District movement of passenger vehicles and people are allowed between Monday and Friday only. Inter-District movement of vehicles is allowed with 50% capacity. No separate permission/approval/e-permit will be required for inter-District movement; d. Malls and Gymnasiums are allowed to operate between Monday and Friday; e. Restaurants and other hospitality services are allowed to function on all days except Saturday and Sunday with maintenance of COVID protocol of social distancing; f. Hotels are allowed lo operate with strict maintenance of COVID protocols; g. All Central and State Government offices including Banks, Insurance Companies, NBFCs etc will operate with 100% attendance. Pregnant women are exempted from this. Point to point buses must be operated for the staff; h. Non-contact sports in open space with social distancing is be allowed. All permitted activities mentioned in the previous Orders issued by the Government will continue to be allowed between 5:00 am and 9:00 pm from Monday and Friday. The following restrictions are emphasised: 1. Movement of individuals shall remain strictly prohibited between 9-30 pm and 5-00 am; 2. Spitting in public places, consumption of tobacco and liquor products shall be strictly prohibited; 3 .Social/ Political/ Sports/ Entertainment/ Academic/ Religious functions and other large congregations numbering more than 50 persons shall remain prohibited; 4. Cinema Halls, Swimming Pools, Entertainment Parks, Theatres. Auditoriums. Assembly Halls and similar places of public gathering shall remain closed; 5. No activities are allowed in Containment Zones and entry and exit from such zones are strictly prohibited; 6. No movement of individuals shall be allowed on Saturday and Sunday at any time all over the State; Persons above 65 years of age and children below the age of ten years are advised to stay indoors except for unavoidable health reasons; Wearing of face cover is mandated in public places, workplaces and public transport etc. A violation of this will attract a fine of Rs. 1000/- for the first offence. The earlier Order had mentioned that all permitted activities would be allowed subject to "opening of only one side of the street." This restriction is withdrawn under the present Order of August 13, 2020. | Mandatory | All | 31-08-2020 |
| Central | In Light Of The Pandemic Mnre Informs About Extension Of Time In Scheduled Commissioning Date Of Renewable Energy (Re) Projects | 13-08-2020 | In an Order dated 13th August, 2020, the Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (Ministry) has issued information regarding extension of time in Scheduled Commissioning Date of Renewable Energy (RE) Projects considering disruption due to lockdown due to COVID-19. Key Takeaways: 1. All Renewable Energy (RE) implementing agencies of the Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (MNRE) will treat lockdown due to COVID-19, as Force Majeure. 2. All RE projects under implementation as on the date of lockdown, i.e. 25th March 2020, through RE Implementing Agencies designated by the MNRE or under various schemes of the MNRE, will be given a time extension of 5 (five) months from 25th March 2020 to 24th August 2020. This blanket extension, if invoked by the RE developers, will be given without case to case examination and no documents/evidence will be asked for such extension. 3. The timelines for intermediate milestones of a project may also be extended within the extended time provided for commissioning. 4. The Developers, of the projects covered above, may also pass on the benefit of such time-extension, by way of granting similar time-extensions, to other stakeholders down the value chain like Engineering Procurement Construction (EPC) contractors, material, equipment suppliers, Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), etc. 5. The State Renewable Energy Departments (including agencies under Power/ Energy Departments of States, but dealing in renewable energy) may also treat lockdown due to COVID-19, as Force Majeure and may consider granting appropriate time extension on account of such lockdown. Background: The present Order has been issued in suppression of the Ministrys Office Memorandum dated 17th April, 2020 and 30th June, 2020. The Ministry in a previous Office memorandum dated 20th March, 2020 had instructed to treat delay on account of disruption of the supply chains due to spread of corona virus in China or any other country, as Force Majeure and that they may grant suitable extension of time for projects, on account of corona virus, based on evidences / documents produced by developers in support of their respective claims of such disruption of the supply chains due to spread of corona virus in China or any other country. In light of this, the present Order has been issued. | Mandatory | Projects under renewable energy sources | No end date specified |
| West Bengal | West Bengal Notifies Partial Modification To Earlier Lockdown Order; Withdraws State-Wide Lockdown On 28Th August, 2020 (Friday); Complete Lockdown To Be Implemented On 20Th, 21St, 27Th And 31St August, 2020 | 12-08-2020 | The Government of West Bengal has withdrawn the State-wide lockdown on Friday 28th August, 2020. The Government received several communications w.r.t. difficulty in conducting businesses and banking operations because of 2 days lockdown during Thursday and Friday in the last week of August, 2020 followed by one day lockdown on the following Monday. Therefore, in partial modification to the earlier Order, the lockdown on Friday 28th August, 2020 has been withdrawn and now the State-wide lockdown will be observed on the following days Thursday 20th August; Friday 21st August; Thursday 27th August and Monday 31st August. | Mandatory | All | 31-08-2020 |
| Kerala | Government Of Kerala Issues Addendum To Sample Testing, Collection And Transport Guidelines For Laboratory Diagnosis On Covid-19; Swab Collection Can Now Be Performed By Lab Technicians And Staff Nurses | 12-08-2020 | Department of Health and Family Welfare, Government of Kerala on 12th August, 2020 has issued addendum to Sample Testing, Collection and Transport Guidelines for Laboratory Diagnosis on COVID-19. The addendum is issued in view of rising COVID-19 infection in the State and to facilitate enhancement of testing. 1. The nasopharyngeal or oropharyngeal swab collection can be performed by trained health care providers like Laboratory Technicians and Staff Nurses. 2. The Lab-in-Charge or the Doctor in the swab collection team shall ensure that the Laboratory Technician or the Staff Nurse intending to collect the swab is trained by a Doctor. The Lab-in-Charge or the Doctor in the swab collection team will supervise the first 20 swab collection procedures done by the Laboratory Technician or the Staff Nurse and shall monitor the procedure daily. | Mandatory | Laboratories | No end date specified |
| Puducherry | Puducherry Government Issues Guidelines For Implementing Additional Lockdown Measures; Complete Lockdown To Be Observed Every Tuesday | 12-08-2020 | In the wake of the fast spread of COVID-19 virus post relaxation of lockdown measures; with a view to curb the spread of the disease, the Department of Revenue and Disaster Management, Puducherry has issued additional lockdown measures for the Union Territory. The additional lockdown measures are as follows 1. All private offices, shops and establishments will function from 6 am to 7 pm only; 2. There will be complete lockdown on every Tuesday without any relaxation for the entire Union Territory of Puducherry; 3. During the lockdown, all shops, establishments, industries, banks, Government offices, private offices will remain closed. Also, there will be no movement of bus, taxi, auto (except on emergency/permitted purpose); 4. Only medical shops / pharmacies and milk booths will remain open. Violation of the above-mentioned measures will attract penalties under the provisions of Disaster Management Act, 2005 and Epidemic Diseases Act, 1897. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Kerala | District Disaster Management Authority, Thiruvananthapuram Notifies Guidelines For Implementation Of Lockdown In The Entire Thiruvananthapuram Corporation; Effective Since 13Th July, 2020 Up To 20Th July, 2020 | 12-08-2020 | The District Disaster Management Authority, Thiruvananthapuram, has notified guidelines for implementation of strict lockdown in the entire Thiruvananthapuram Corporation effective since 13th July, 2020 for a period of 7 days, i.e. till 20th July, 2020. Background As on 12th July 2020, a large number of cases with unknown sources leading to multiple clusters have been identified in the city of Thiruvananthapuram. The epidemiology of these cases is being established. Their contact tracing is done, however, identified primary suspects are spread across along LSGs in Thiruvananthapuram District. The District Authority has examined the situation in detail and is of the opinion that there is a need for continuation of total and complete lockdown within the Thiruvananthapuram Corporation. Key highlights: 1. The following activities have been allowed: a. IT services in Technopark with essential staff; b. Media Offices, data centre operators and telecom operators with minimum staff; c. Banking services (except NBFCs) with maximum of 50% staff. ATMs will remain open; d. Construction activities of basic infrastructure like highways, roads, bridges, and hospital and related infrastructure; e. Taxies and autorickshaws maintaining COVID protocol (wearing mask, provision of sanitiser); f. Agricultural/ Plantation/ Horticulture/ Dairy/ Poultry/ Animal Husbandry/ Veterinary; g. All other public and private offices may continue to work from home only; 2. Hospitals, medical shops and all related medical establishments including their manufacturing and distribution units, both in public and private sector, such as dispensaries, chemist and medical equipment shops, laboratories, clinics including dental for emergency procedure only, nursing homes, ambulance etc. will continue to remain functional. The transportation for all medical personnel, nurses, paramedical staff, other hospital support services are permitted; 3. No door delivery of any item except for medicines and food only from Janakiya Hotels run jointly by Kudumbashree and Thirnvanathapuram Corporation is allowed; 4. The public exams in all educational institutions within the city limit of Thiruvananthapuram stand suspended until further orders; 5. Transit through National Highways will be permitted with condition that no one will be permitted to stop anywhere while transiting through containment zones. 6. Night Curfew will be in force in Thiruvananthapuram district during 9:00pm to 5:00am. 7. Only following activities are permitted in three wards of 66-Poonthura,74-Puthenpally and 75- Manikkyavilakam: a. Grocery shops, Milk booths and Bakery shall function from 7:00am to 2:00pm including restocking; b. All medical and essential services (Public Heal th Institutions, Water, Electricity) will remain functional 24x7 in wards of critical and buffer containment zone; c. All Banks/NBFC shall remain closed. The Lead bank shall ensure mobile ATMs functional from 10:00am to 5:00pm daily; d. MILMA shall ensure mil k and milk products are supplied every day; e. Regional Manager Supplyco shall provide Mobile Maveli Service to these 3 wards; For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | All | 20-07-2020 |
| Karnataka | Department Of Family Welfare, Karnataka Rolls Out Faqs On Rapid Antigen Tests For Covid-19; Clarifies Requirement For Mandatory Registration With Imcr | 12-08-2020 | The Department of Health and Family Welfare, Karnataka has issued FAQs on the Rapid Antigen Tests for COVID-19. The FAQs address queries on what Rapid Antigen Tests for COVID-19 and limitations thereof, how long it takes to conduct the test, its objectives, requirement for mandatory registration with IMCR, documents required for registration, the eligibility criteria for private facilities to be able to conduct such tests, conditions to be followed during the use of RAT tests etc. Please refer to the corresponding hyperlink for a detailed read of the FAQs. Source: Department of Health and Family Welfare, Karnataka | Advisory | Healthcare | No end date specified |
| Central | Employees' Provident Fund Organisation Ensures Hassle Free Service Delivery Through Its App Umang During Covid-19 Pandemic | 10-08-2020 | The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation ("EPFO") had introduced Unified Mobile Application for New-age Governance ("UMANG"), which has been a hit among the subscribers as it enables them to utilize services during COVID-19 pandemic from the comfort of their homes in a hassle free manner. Presently, a PF member can access 16 different services of EPFO on their mobile phone using UMANG App. For availing these services,an active UAN (Universal Account Number) and a mobile number registered with the EPFO is required. On UMANG app, a member can raise claim, track claim and know the status of claim raised. During the COVID-19 pandemic period from April to July 2020, a total of 11.27 lakhs claims were filed online through UMANG App. This was an increase of 180% compared to pre-COVID 19 period from December 2019 to March 2020, where only 3.97 lakhs claims were submitted through the app. The ease of access with a click of a button on their mobile app has seen more members preferring UMANG app over the portal. With Smartphone usage rising in India, EPFO has been able to extend access of its services to its members through mobile governance, thereby bridging the digital divide. This has enabled EPFO overcome the challenge posed by COVID-19 restrictions in providing social security services to its stakeholders, especially when they needed it the most. In the process, EPFO has become the largest organization on UMANG accounting for more than 90% of the footfall on the app | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| West Bengal | Department Of Health And Family Welfare, West Bengal Issues Guidelines For Implementation Of New Software Covid19Bwm For Effective Disposal Of Bio-Medical Waste Generated During Treatment/Diagnosis/Quarantine Of Covid-19 Patients | 10-08-2020 | The Department of Health and Family Welfare, West Bengal has, in a notification dated 10th August, 2020, issued Guidelines for implementation of the new software COVID-19 BWM for effective disposal of bio-medical waste generated during treatment/diagnosis/quarantine of COVID-19 patients. Key highlights: 1. The COVID-19 BMW software application is used for tracking of generation, collections and disposal of COVID-19 bio-medical waste, generated at health care facilities, quarantine centres, isolation wards, testing labs, COVID-19 sample collection centres. 2. The software is operable on smart phones with Android operating system [minimum Android version should be 4.3 and above to avail all features in the application]. This application can be downloaded from the Google play store. 3. All waster generator entities will be required to register through the mobile app registration process for which the ICON is available on the home page of the mobile application While registering they are required to ensure that the correct state and district are selected. Basis such selection, the available Common Biomedical Waste treatment facility will appear in the drop down. 4. Waste generators have to sign in using the user id and password generated through registration process shared at the email id entered in the registration form by the Mobile Application automatically. 5. COVID-19 bio-medical wastes have to be handed over to the approved agencies through this mobile app. 6. All concerned entities are required to strictly comply with the above effective 1st July, 2020. Please refer to the appended document for further details. Source: Department of Health and Family Welfare, West Bengal | Mandatory | Healthcare | No end date specified |
| Haryana | Office Of Registrar, Co-Operative Societies, Haryana Informs That All Additional Registrars And Joint Registrars Cannot Hold Court Under Quasi-Judicial Capacity Till 10Th October, 2020 | 10-08-2020 | In an Order dated 10th August, 2020 the Office of Registrar, Co-operative Societies, Haryana (Authority) has informed that all Additional Registrars and Joint Registrars cannot hold Court under quasi-judicial capacity till 10th October, 2020 (i.e. 2 months from the date of the Order). Background: Previously, in an Order dated 22nd July, 2020 the Authority had informed that in light of the pandemic, the utmost urgent matters will be heard through video conferencing. The present Order is issued in compliance of the previous Order mentioned above | Mandatory | Co-operative societies | 10-10-2020 |
| Meghalaya | District Magistrate Of East Khasi Hills In Shillong Issues Guidelines To Implement Night Curfew In The District; Effective Since 10Th August, 2020 Till 17Th August, 2020, From 9:00 Pm To 5:00 Am | 09-08-2020 | With a view to contain, reduce and eliminate COVID-19, the District Magistrate of East Khasi Hills District, Meghalaya, has issued a curfew Order under Section 144 CrPC, implementing Night Curfew between 9:00 pm to 5:00 am in the District; effective since August 10, 2020 upto August 17, 2020. The following services are exempted from the purview of the Night Curfew. However, they must strictly comply with all protocols and procedures: 1. IT Services, telecom, communications and postal service; 2. Press, Print & Electronic Media; 3. Security Forces; 4. Medical Teams on duty; 5. Wholesale and Retail Pharmacies; 6. Police and Armed Forces; 7. Fire & Emergency Service; 8. MeECL, NEEPCO & Power Grid; 9. Food and Civil Supply Department; 10. FCI; 11. Public Works Department (PWD); 12. Public Health Engineering (PHE) Department; 13. Shillong Municipal Board; 14. Petrol Pumps including Indian Oil Corporation (0IC); 15. Essential services including Health Services, Hospitals, Clinics, Dispensaries, Veterinary clinics, Labs; 16. Online/home food delivery. However, home delivery of food shall be exempted only upto 10:00 pm; 17. Authorized workshops and designated spare parts dealerships of Health and Family Welfare Department. Govt. of Meghalaya; 18. Government Officials on Duty; 19. Officers and Staff of Corona Care Centres; 20. Information & Public Relations Department; 21. National Highways & Infrastructure Development Corporation Ltd (NHIDCL); The above-mentioned must strictly comply with all protocols and procedures including social distancing, limiting of field staff to the barest minimum and other advisories of Government in the Health and Family Welfare Department. Furthermore, movement of vehicles carrying essential commodities, security forces, medial equipments, and shops for repair of trucks on highways have also been exempted from the restrictions imposed by the present Order. However, drivers and attendants of vehicles will be subject to the medical screening as per protocols. Please note: 1. The Order contains a list of areas (Containment Zones) wherein the exemptions granted to official / non-official emergency / essential services will not extend. 2. Curfew passes for timings falling between 09:00 pm to 05:00 am with effect from August 10, 2020 (Monday) upto August 17, 2020 (Monday) may be obtained by making an online application for the same at www.eastkhasihills.gov.in. For a detailed read, please refer to appended Order. | Mandatory | All | 17-08-2020 |
| Meghalaya | District Magistrate Of East Khasi Hills In Meghalaya Notifies Guidelines To Implement Restrictions / Prohibitions On Certain Activities In The District Including Shillong Urban Agglomeration, Civil Sub-Divisions Of Sohra/Pynursla And C&Rd Blocks; Effective Since 10Th August, 2020 Up To 17Th August, 2020, Between 5 Am To 9 Pm | 09-08-2020 | The District Magistrate of East Khasi Hills District in Shillong, exercising its powers under the Meghalaya Epidemic Diseases, COVID-19 Regulations, 2020 has prohibited certain activities in East Khasi Hills District including Shillong Urban Agglomeration, Civil Sub-Divisions of Sohra / Pynursla and C&RD Blocks since 10th August, 2020 (Monday) upto 17th August, 2020 (Monday) for timings falling between 5 am to 9 pm each day. Activities prohibited are - 1. Inter-state movement; 2. Any assembly whatsoever. Individuals to maintain social distance of at least 6 feet and should wear masks and follow proper respiratory etiquette without fail; 3. Operation of unregulated major markets (iew heh/iew die lang) and unregulated shopping complexes; 4. Border haats and markets located in the inter-state borders; 5. Operation of cinema halls , gyms, swimming pools, entertainment parks, theatres, bars and auditorium, assembly halls and similar places; 6. All forms of contact sports and spectators in sports grounds and stadiums; 7. Operation of educational institutions, training centres and coaching classes (tuitions) barring online/distance learning. 8. Opening of religious places/places of worship of all faiths including religious gatherings and congregation. However, marriage rituals in places of worship is permitted only after obtaining permission from the District Collector; 9. All forms of large gathering and congregation including social, political, entertainment, academic, cultural, religious functions etc.; 10. Moving in public, work places and during transport without mask; 11. Spitting in public places; 12. Consumption of liquor, paan, gutka, tobacco etc. in public places; 13. Operation of cyber cafe, gaming parlours, jackpot parlours and lottery counters; 14. Incoming additional workforce from outside the District EXCEPT for highly skilled, skilled, specialized professionals and technicians regulated by SOP of Labour Department. General Instructions 1. Employers to ensure that all employees have the Arogya Setu Application and Behavioural Change management app installed on their phones; 2. Adhere to the guidelines prescribed in the SOP to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in office (public and private); 3. Operation of permitted shops, services, establishments, industrial and commercial activities etc. to strictly adhere with SOPs prescribed by the Government along with National Directives of Government for COVID-19 Management in Public Places and Work Places including mandatory compliance with the advisories of the Health and Family Welfare Department; 4. Operation of supply chains/wholesalers and retail outlets, shops, services and other establishments in the District will be regulated as per scheduled timings and dates which will be released in advance from time to time by the District Magistrate. Also advisories and guidelines of the Government should be followed strictly by all; 5. Persons above the age of 65 years, persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women and children below the age of 10 years are advised to stay at home except for essential requirements and for health purposes; 6. Individuals are required to maintain distance of 6 feet or 2 metres; 7. All residents are required to install Aarogya Setu application on compatible mobile phones and regularly update their health status on the app for containment of COVID-19 pandemic; 8. 50% of private and public transport will operate in east Khasi Hills District; 9. Public transport and private transport vehicles to ply on rotational basis from 5 am to 9 pm; 10. Movement of vehicles and other traffic arrangements will be prepared and regulated by the office of Superintendent of Police. Inter-district movement of persons is permitted; 11. Number of guests for funeral and last rites related gatherings should not exceed 20; 12. Wedding ceremonies are allowed in places of worship/religious places but the number of guests should not exceed one-third of the seating capacity of 50 guests, whichever is less inclusive of host and the Authority/s presiding over the wedding. However, wedding receptions are suspended till further orders; 13. Passes for all forms of outward inter-state movement from East Khasi Hills District will only be issued by the District Magistrate. For a detailed read on the SOPs along with other related guidelines, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | All | 17-08-2020 |
| Punjab | Department Of Home Affairs & Justice, Punjab Imposes Additional Restrictions In The Cities Of Jalandhar Ludhiana And Patiala | 08-08-2020 | The Department of Home Affairs & Justice, Punjab has, in a Circular dated 8th August, 2020, issued additional restrictions for cities of Jalandhar, Ludhiana and Patiala during the phased reopening (Unlock-3) implemented by an earlier 31st July, 2020 Order from 1st August, 2020 to 31st August, 2020. Additional restrictions imposed - 1. Night curfew (9.00 pm to 5.00 am): ¢ Movement of individuals for all the non-essential activities shall remain prohibited between9.00 pm to 5.00 am within municipal limits of these 3 cities. ¢ Essential activities including operation of multiple shifts, movement of persons and goods on National and State Highways and unloading of cargo and travel of person to their destinations after disembarking from buses, trains and aeroplanes will be permitted. ¢ All industries running into 2-3 shifts can remain open. 2. Restrictions on Timings: ¢ Restaurants, Hotels and other Hospitality Units : till 9 p m ¢ Shops and shopping Malls : till 8 pm ¢ Restaurants/ hotels situated within shopping malls: till 3 pm ¢ Liquor vendors : till 9 pm | Mandatory | All | 30-08-2020 |
| Central | Ministry Of Civil Aviation Issues Updated Guidelines For Domestic Travel; Provides Clarity On Steps To Be Taken By International Arriving Passengers Intending To Have Connecting Flights | 07-08-2020 | The Ministry of Health & Family Welfare (MoHFW) has, on August 2, 2020 issued revised Guidelines for international arrivals. The revised guidelines are operational from 00.01 Hrs, August 8, 2020 for international arrivals, in supersession of their earlier guidelines issued in this regard. In line with this, the Ministry of Civil Aviation has, in an Office Memorandum (OM) dated August 7, 2020, revised its earlier directions with regard to domestic air travel issued under an OM dated May 21, 2020 and subsequently revised on June 29, 2020. In the said directions, under General Instructions for commencement of domestic air travel (Annexure I) the following additional point is included after point "p": q. International arriving passengers intending to have connecting flights to other domestic airports as their final destination would be allowed for such onward journey, when exemption from institutional quarantine requirement is granted in their favour by the State authorities concerned of the first airport of landing on the basis of a negative RT-PCR test report, for which test was conducted within 96 hrs. prior to undertaking the journey. Thus, passengers with connecting flights need an exemption from an institutional quarantine requirement to be granted by the relevant State Authorities. The State Authorities would grant such exemption on the basis of a negative RT-PCR test report and the test must have been conducted within 96 hours prior to the journey. Certain amendments with regard to the declaration to be made by passengers have also been made. For the declarations specified under Para 1(j)(iii) of Annexure II and para 2(g)(iii) of Annexure III the earlier requirement was only that a the passenger declared that they are not under Quarantine. Now, with the testing requirement prior to journey being specified, either of the following declarations must be made: i. i/we are not under quarantine OR ii. i/we are under quarantine, but having a negative RT-PCR test report, for which test was conducted within 96 hrs. prior to undertaking the journey from abroad. Under Annexure III, specifying the Specific Operating Guidelines for Major Stakeholders (Airlines), under the guidelines specified to be followed at boarding gate, the following have been added: h. A passenger arriving on an international flight who desires to continue on a connecting domestic flight shall be permitted to do so if the following procedure is complied with: (i) Upon arrival the passenger completes a Self Declaration form which is submitted to the APHO and completes mandatory temperature screening. (ii) The passenger has a valid negative RT-PCR test report, which has been conducted within 96 hours prior to undertaking the journey, as specified in the "Guidelines for International Arrivals" of MoHFW dated 02 August 2020, This report shall be validated by the State Government official at arrival triage and be stamped as accepted. (iii) Passenger will then be permitted to exit the State Government triage area, without having his/her hand stamped, and permitted to proceed to their domestic connecting flight through the appropriate channel. For a detailed read, please refer the appended document. | Advisory | Individuals | No end date specified |
| Karnataka | Karnataka Department Of Health And Family Welfare Issues Revised Guidelines For International Returnees To The State In Consonance With The Mohfw Guidelines | 07-08-2020 | The Government of Karnataka has notified revised guidelines for international returnees to Karnataka, in consonance with the "Guidelines for international arrivals" issued by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare on 2nd August, 2020. A. Before Planning for Travel: i. All travellers to submit self-declaration form on the Yatri Karnataka online portal at least 72 hours before the scheduled travel. ii. Business / short term travellers who come with a negative RT-PCR test report will be exempted from quarantine requirements. Such passengers will also submit a declaration with respect to authenticity of the test report and will be liable for criminal prosecution, if found otherwise. The test report should be produced upon arrival at the point of entry of airport / seaport in Karnataka. B. Before Boarding: i. The Dos and Don'ts on COVID -19 quarantine, testing etc. will be provided along with ticket to the travellers by the agencies concerned; ii. All passengers to download Arogya Setu app, Quarantine watch app and Apthamitra App on their mobile devices; iii. At the time of boarding the flight / ship, only asymptomatic travellers will be allowed to board after thermal screening; iv. Suitable safety measures such as environmental sanitation and disinfection will be ensured at the airports / seaports; v. During boarding and at the airports / seaports, all possible measures for physical distancing, provision of hand sanitizers, etc. must be ensured. C. During Travel: i. Travellers who had not filled the self-declaration form on the Yatri Karnataka portal must fill the same in duplicate in the flight / ship and a copy of the same be given to health and immigration officials present at the airport / seaport. Alternatively, such travellers may submit self-declaration form on the Yatri Karnataka online portal (http://www.covidwar.karnataka.gov.in/or https://parihara.karnataka.gov.in/Service38/) at arriving airport/ seaport. ii. Suitable announcement about COVID-19 including precautionary measures to be followed must be made at airports/seaport and in flights/ships. iii. While on board the flight/ ship, required precautions such as wearing of facemasks, environmental hygiene, respiratory hygiene, hand hygiene etc. are to be observed by airline/ ship staff, crew and all passengers. D. On arrival i. De-boarding should be done by ensuring physical distancing of 2 meters. ii. Screening and categorisation of passengers at health counters: a. All the passengers arriving at points of entry (airport & seaport) will be compulsorily screened for symptoms of COVID-19 (fever, cough, cold, sore throat, loss of taste, loss of smell, weakness, body ache, diarrhoea, difficulty in breathing, etc.) and self-declaration form must be obtained from each passenger in duplicate (Annexure-I) b. Screening at point of Entry; i. Self-reporting form verification ii. Thermal scanning (body temperature must be 37.5 0 C/ 99.50 F) iii. Pulse oximeter reading (Sp02 must be more than or equal to 95%) iv. Briefing with instructions v. Categorization vi. Check downloads of "Arogya Setu App", "Quarantine Watch App" and "Apthamitra App". 3. Screening Counters: a. Airport/ seaport authority to provide sufficient space and materials for counters to health authorities for screening of all passengers. b. KIAL Bengaluru: To provide adequate number of counters for screening. Medical teams will be posted from district health authority as per flight schedule. c. Requirement at Mangalore airport and seaport to be assessed by DC-Dakshina Kannada and at Karwar Seaport by DC-Uttara Kannada. 4. Categorization must be done as follows: a. Category l: Symptomatic passenger on arrival b. Category Il: Asymptomatic passenger on arrival 5.Categorization of passengers: a. Category I : Symptomatic passengers (fever, cough, cold, sore throat, loss of taste, loss of smell, weakness, body ache, diarrhoea, difficulty in breathing and specify, if any other) i. Action for Category l: - Segregated from other passengers and sent to Dedicated COVID Health Centre (DCHC) for COVlD testing - 3 swabs (1 nasopharyngeal swab in VLB for RAT and 1 Nasopharyngeal + 1 Throat swab in VTM for RT-PCR) must be taken from the passenger. - If tested Positive by Rapid Antigen Test: Triage must be done for home isolation or shift to COVID Hospital in Govt. or Pvt. as applicable. - If tested Negative by Rapid Antigen Test: lsolate and manage clinically. Sample (1 Nasopharyngeal + 1 Throat swab in VTM) must be tested by RT-PCR. - If Positive: Triage must be done for home isolation or shifted to COVID Hospital in Govt. or Pvt. as applicable. - If Negative: Advised to complete the home quarantine period of 14 days b. Category Il: Asymptomatic passengers - Action for Category Il: All passengers will be sent to home quarantine for 14 days o - Advice regarding strict home quarantine protocol - If home quarantine is not possible for any reason, alternatively must be allowed institutional quarantine (Government or Private) 6. Business / Short term travellers: a. To establish that one is a business visitor, person should show the following documents in original i. Confirmed return flight ticket which should not be more than 7 days later from the date of arrival ii. Documents pertaining to the purpose of visit/ invitation letter iii. Place of stay/ hotel reservation iv. Valid Visa b. If the business/short term visitor who is coming for short duration of 48 hours (counted from the arrival time) then he/ she is exempted from COVID-19 test & quarantine. All precautions of wearing mask, using hand sanitizer & respiratory hygiene should be followed. c. If the duration of stay in Karnataka is more than 48 hours and less than 7 days then COVID-19 test must be done (swab must be drawn immediately on arrival for RAT) and after getting a negative report such a person can complete his engagements and go back. d. Business/ short term visitors who come with a negative RT-PCR test report must be exempted from testing on arrival. This RT-PCR test should have been conducted within 96 hrs prior to undertaking the journey. Other instructions - i. Passengers who have landed in other States and arriving in Karnataka will undergo rapid antigen testing after reaching respective district if symptomatic. However, If such passengers are asymptomatic they must complete 14 days of home quarantine period (from the date of arrival in India); ii. International passengers of other States arriving in Karnataka, if asymptomatic, will be allowed to go to respective states with advice of home quarantine for 14 days; iii. Students who are writing exams in Karnataka will be exempted from home quarantine after testing negative by rapid antigen testing (RAT) or carrying a negative RT-PCR test report which should have been conducted within 96 hrs prior to undertaking the journey iv. The cost of COVID-19 test if done, must be paid by the passengers themselves (RAT Rs: 700 per test and RT-PCR -Rs: 2000 per test) or as per guidelines issued by Government of Karnataka from time to time | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Chhattisgarh | Office Of The District Collector Of South Bastar, Dantewada, Government Of Chhattisgarh Issues Directions To Prevent And Contain Spread Of Covid-19 In The Area | 07-08-2020 | The Collector of South Bastar in Dantewada, Government of Chhattisgarh (Authority) has notified guidelines to prevent and contain the spread of COVID-19 in the area. The Order has been effective since 7th August 2020. Key highlights The following directions have been issued by the Authority: a. All business establishments of the area will be able to conduct business from 9:00am to 7:00pm (in compliance with provisions of weekly holiday). Social distancing at all establishments needs to be ensured. Shopkeepers and customers will ensure the use of masks and sanitize the business establishment on a daily basis. There shall be a complete ban on activities from 7:00pm to 7:00am. If the shop is found open after a period of time and not following the instructions, strict action will be taken against the shopkeeper under Section 188 of the Indian Penal Code which includes sealing the shop. b. All businessmen will maintain a register and keep complete details of the customers, along with the name / address / mobile number. c. Any type of gathering, organizing, procession. Cultural / social events and parks / clubs / cinema halls will be completely banned. d. Conditions / restrictions will need to be strictly followed as per the order issued for the containment zone in the Corona affected area of South Bastar, Dantewada district. e. Milk vendors who distribute milk at home will be able to do so from 7:00am to 10:00am and and from 5:00pm to 7:00pm. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. Please note that the Order is in Vernacular and we have translated it to the best of our understanding. Once an official translation is available, we will update in case there is a requirement. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Kerala | Kerala Government Permits Industrial Units Manufacturing And Distributing Essential Commodities Including Health Products To Operate Out Of Containment Zones; Issues Guidelines | 07-08-2020 | With a view to mitigate the negative impact with regard to closing down of the industries in Containment Zones, and pursuant to requests from various industrial units seeking exemptions to manufacture and distribute essential goods including health products in the State in the areas of lockdown and containment; the Kerala Government (Government) has permitted all industrial units engaged in manufacturing and distribution of essential goods including health products in the State, to start operating. The permission to operate has been granted subject to strict compliance with the following guidelines: 1. All Industrial units and industries within Containment Zones are permitted to function with the condition that (if possible) no one should be allowed to enter into the Containment Zone; 2. The products manufactured to be stocked within the Containment Zone till the time restrictions are lifted; 3. Where there is no containment, industrial units may be allowed to operate normally and if required, they may restrict the deployment of employees at 50% with all protection measures such as social distancing, wearing of mask, frequent washing of hands with soap and checking temperature when the persons enter and exit the compound of the unit. The following are specific guidelines for Industrial Units in Containment Zones - 1. The issue with regard to workers coming in the industrial units and going back within the Containment Zones needs to be worked out properly by the Industrial Unit Management; 2. symptom screening to be done by the Management on a daily basis; 3. anybody with the symptoms may be tested in the private laboratories and also as per the Industrial Units Welfare Policies. Such person must be sent for treatment in their empanelled Hospitals or as per the Group Insurance Scheme of the Industrial Unit; 4. workers with influenza like symptoms must not be permitted to work; 5. social distancing, frequent hand hygiene and provision for providing mask to be ensured. Waste disposal should be done properly; 6. Cafeteria management for tea, snacks and lunch to be done properly, avoiding crowding and maintaining social distance. For Industrial units in No Containment Zone, in addition to the above-mentioned points, the following must also be taken care of: Transportation of the workforce to be done properly by the Management. Generic Instructions 1. Wherever possible add shift and de-congest workers coming at the same time; 2. Study the work flow and accordingly arrange the staff inflow by structuring the time; 3. Take steps for design improvement on the assembly floor to avoid aerosol contamination; 4. Get surfaces cleaned repeatedly; 5. Distribute IEC related to COVID; 6. Contact DISHA number 1056; 7. Follow the Covid Protocols and advisories issued by Health Department scrupulously; 8. Undertake intensified testing of workers working together in Industrial Units; For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | Essential commodities Manufacturing units | No end date specified |
| Nagaland | Nagaland Govt. Issues "Guidance On Use Of Oxygen Concentrator For Oxygen Therapy In Covid-19 In Facility Settings" In Sync With The Guidance Issued By The Centre | 07-08-2020 | The Directorate of Health and Family Welfare, Nagaland has issued "Guidance on use of Oxygen Concentrator for Oxygen Therapy in COVID-19 in Facility Settings" in line with the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Guidance issued on 20th July, 2020. This Guidance is issued for strict compliance by health facilities that facilitate use of oxygen concentrators for oxygen therapy in COVID-19 patients. | Mandatory | Health Facilities | No end date specified |
| Himachal Pradesh | District Magistrate Of Kinnaur In Himachal Pradesh Withdraws The Time Restrictions On Opening And Closing Hours Of Shops | 06-08-2020 | Pursuant to MHA Unlock 3 Order dated 29th July, 2020, the District Magistrate of Kinnaur in Himachal Pradesh (DM) has withdrawn the time restrictions on opening and closing hours of shops, which was brought into effect by virtue of Order No. 1073229, dated 1st June 2020. The DM has however mandated that all other norms / SOPs for social distancing and prevention of COVID-19, issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs and Health & Family Welfare are strictly adhered to. Background The new guidelines for unlock 3.0 have been issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India and the same have been adopted by the Government of Himachal Pradesh by virtue of Order dated 31st July, 2020. The night curfew has also been lifted and all activities have been permitted outside Containment zones, except for the ones still prohibited by virtue of the Order issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs on 29th July 2020. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Dgft Extends Date For Filing Online Applications For Export Quota Of August 2020 For Ppe Medical Coverall For Covid-19 Till 8.08.2020 | 06-08-2020 | The Directorate General of Foreign Trade ("DGFT"), in a trade notice dated 6th August, 2020 has extended the date for filing online applications for export quota of August, 2020 for PPE medical coverall for COVID-19 till 8th August, 2020. Owing to technical difficulties, the application filing facility was not available during the time the application was to be filed (i.e. 1st to 3rd day of the month), therefore the time for filing online application for PPE coveralls for COVID-19 quota for the month of August, 2020 has been extended till 8th August, 2020. Background Earlier, in a trade notice no. 18/2020-21 dated 20th July, 2020, it was mentioned that applications for medical coveralls for COVID-19 for August onwards filed from 1st to 3rd day of each month will be considered for the quota of that month. But owing to technical/server issues, the ECOM facility for online application on DGFT website was not available from 7 PM on 2nd August, 2020 to 4 PM on 5th August, 2020. | Mandatory | PPE Exporters | 08-08-2020 |
| Central | Rbi Introduces Resolution Framework For Covid-19-Related Stress To Mitigate The Impact On The Ultimate Borrowers And Facilitate Revival Of Real Sector Activities | 06-08-2020 | The Reserve Bank of India ("RBI"), in a Notification dated 6th August, 2020 introduces a "Resolution Framework for COVID-19-related Stress" which aims to facilitate revival of real sector activities and mitigate the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on the ultimate borrowers. RBI acknowledging the financial stress caused to borrowers on account of the Covid-19 pandemic has provided a window to enable lenders to implement a resolution plan in respect of eligible corporate exposures without change in ownership, and personal loans, while classifying such exposures as Standard, subject to specified conditions. This facility has been provided under the Reserve Bank of India (Prudential Framework for Resolution of Stressed Assets) Directions 2019 ("Prudential Framework"). Lending Institutions must only extend this facility to borrowers having stress on account of Covid19. For which they must have a Board approved policy detailing the manner of the evaluation and the objective criteria that may be applied while considering the resolution plan in each case. This facility would extend to certain categories of Lending Institutions not originally covered by the Prudential Framework. For all resolution plans implemented under this facility all the norms applicable to implementation of a resolution plan, including the mandatory requirement of Inter-Creditor Agreements (ICA) must be implemented. The Annexure to the Notification contains the prudential boundaries and other details of the facility. | Mandatory | NBFC, Financial Institutions | No end date specified |
| Central | In Light Of Covid-19, Rbi Extends Restructuring Of Existing Loans To Msmes Classified As 'Standard' Without A Downgrade In The Asset Classification | 06-08-2020 | The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has, in a Notification dated 6th August, 2020, declared that the existing loans to Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) sector, classified as 'standard', will be restructured without a downgrade in the asset classification, subject to the following conditions: 1. The aggregate exposure, including non-fund based facilities of banks and Non-Banking Financial Companies to the borrower did not exceed Rs. 25 crore as on March 1, 2020. 2. The borrowers account was a standard asset as on March 1, 2020. 3. The restructuring of the borrower account has been implemented by March 31, 2021. 4. The borrowing entity is GST-registered on the date of implementation of the restructuring. However, this condition will not apply to MSMEs which are exempt from GST-registration. This will be determined on the basis of exemption limit obtaining as on March 1, 2020. 5. Asset classification of borrowers classified as standard may be retained as such, whereas the accounts which slipped into Non Performing Asset category between March 2, 2020 and the date of implementation will be upgraded as standard asset, as on the date of implementation of the restructuring plan. The asset classification benefit will be available only if the restructuring is done as per provisions of this circular. 6. For accounts restructured under these guidelines, banks will maintain additional provision of 5% over and above the provision already held by them. Background: In view of the continued need to support the MSME entities on account of the COVID-19 pandemic and to align these guidelines with the Resolution Framework for COVID 19 related stress, RBI decided to extend the scheme of one-time restructuring of existing loans to MSMEs classified as standard without a downgrade in the asset classification. Please refer to the appended document for further details. Source: Reserve Bank of India | Mandatory | All Commercial Banks (including Small Finance Banks, Local Area Banks and Regional Rural Banks), All Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks/State Co-operative Banks/ District Central Co-operative Banks, All All-India Financial Institutions, All Non-Banking Financial Companies | No end date specified |
| Chhattisgarh | District Magistrate Durg, Chhattisgarh Issues Additional Guidelines To Contain The Spread Of Covid-19 Infection In The District; Shops And Establishments To Open For Limited Time; Effective Upto 31St August, 2020 | 06-08-2020 | District Magistrate Durg District, Chhattisgarh through an Order dated 6th August, 2020 has issued guidelines to contain the spread of COVID-19 infection in the District. These guidelines will be in effect till 31st August, 2020 in the District. Face masks and social distancing will have to be strictly followed at all times. In addition to the previous orders the following guidelines are being issued for strict implementation in the entire District - 1. All private/government/semi-government offices under Central and State Government will continue to operate within the stipulated time. 2. All educational institutions/coaching institutes/tuition classes in the District will remain closed and only online classes are allowed. 3. Cinema halls, swimming pools, amusement parks, tourist spots, clubs, theatres and auditoriums and similar places will remain closed. 4. Worship can be done in religious places as per the instructions issued but religious/cultural/social programs will be banned. 5. Transportation services in the District including private buses, taxis, auto rickshaws etc. are allowed. 6. Transportation of masks, sanitizers, medicines, ATM vehicles, gas and LPG cylinder and vehicles with other essential services are allowed. 7. Health services (hospitals, clinics, medical colleges etc.) will continue to operate. 8. For emergency movement e-pass is required. 9. Morning/evening walks and cycling and exercise is allowed. 10. Permission to conduct business in the District will be as follows - a. Vegetable shops, dairy, meat, fish - 5 AM till 12 PM (for dairy 5 PM till 7 PM); b. Grocery shops, provision etc. - 11 AM till 7 PM; c. Restaurant and hotel - For dining 10 AM till 9 PM and for home delivery 10 AM till 10 PM; d. Hand cart (for food) - 6 AM to 9 AM and 5 PM to 8 PM; e. Gym and yoga - 6 AM to 10 AM and 4 PM till 8 PM; f. Shopping mall - 11 AM till 7 PM; g. Medicine shop/medical store/optical store/salon - till 7 PM; h. Diesel/Petrol pump/ LPG and CNG - till 7 PM; Note - Excluding medical stores and diesel/petrol/LPG/CNG pumps all business will open for 8 hours everyday except on Sundays (dairy stores will open from 6 AM till 12 PM on Sundays) 11. Milk plants will continue to operate and milk vendors will home deliver milk on all days from 6 AM to 9 AM and 5 PM to 7 PM. 12. All factories, construction units will operate by following guidelines of the Government issued from time to time. 13. Transport vehicles (medical and commercial) are allowed to operate. 14. Shopkeepers have to display time limit of opening and closing of the shop. 15. All merchants have to keep masks in their shops so that the customers can purchase it if they don't have mask and then continue to purchase other goods. 16. Spitting of gutka and paan in public places is prohibited. 17. Ban on any kind of event, procession etc. will continue like before. 18. Transport services related to animal feed and food supply will continue to operate without any restrictions. 19. Electricity, drinking water, municipal services, ATMs, print and electronic media, internet services, IT services, postal services, etc. will continue to operate. 20. E-commerce supply of essential items including food medicine and medical equipment, all agencies (including private agencies) engaged in security operations will continue to operate uninterruptedly. 21. Industrial establishments or factories which have continuous production process and mines will operate by following all directions of the Central and State Government. 22. All agencies involved in procurement of agricultural products including mandis and farming equipment shops will continue to operate. Some points to note - 1. All citizens coming from abroad /other states who are under supervision for home quarantine will attract action against them if they violate quarantine rules. 2. Health services are available 24x7 in Government hospitals in the District. 3. A control room has been set up for emergencies whose telephone number is 0788-2323492. 4. If any shop/institution violates the above conditions then that shop/institution will be sealed for 15 days. 5. Any person violating these measures will be punished under relevant provisions of law. Please note that the Order is in Vernacular and it has been translated to the best of our understanding. | Mandatory | All | 31-08-2020 |
| Tripura | District Magistrate And Collector, West Tripura District Issues Order For Implementing Night Curfew In The District From 9 Pm Till 5 Am; Effective Till 31St August, 2020 | 06-08-2020 | With a view to minimize the threat of COVID-19, the District Magistrate and Collector of West Tripura has issued guidelines to implement Night Curfew under Section 144 of Cr.P.C. within West Tripura District from 9 pm to 5 am on a daily basis till 31st August, 2020. Key obligations for citizens residing in West Tripura District: 1. Assembly of 10 or more people within West Tripura District (outside containment zones) is prohibited; 2. All social/political/sports event/entertainment/academic/cultural/religious functions and other gatherings and large congregations within the District are prohibited; 3. Cinema halls, swimming pools, entertainment parks, theatres, bars and auditoriums, assembly halls will not function; 4. Yoga centres and gymnasiums may function as per SOPs issued by Ministry of Health and Family Welfare ("MOHFW"), Government of India; 5. Activities in religious places/places of worship is allowed with minimum people, except in containment zones until further orders; 6. Schools, colleges, educational and coaching institutes etc. will be closed till 31st August, 2020; 7. Hotels, restaurants and other hospitality service and shopping malls will be allowed to function in accordance with SOP issued by MOHFW, except in containment zones and until further orders; 8. Prohibition and restriction on the handling or transportation of any kind of weapons, licensed or otherwise; 9. Movement of individuals for all non-essential activities will be strictly prohibited between 9 pm (night) to 5 am (morning); 10. Wearing of masks/face covers is compulsory in public places; 11. Spitting and urinating in public spaces and work places is prohibited and is a punishable offence, violators will be penalized; 12. Shops to ensure that there is maximum six feet distance among customers and not more than 5 people are allowed in a shop; 13. Any person violating this order will be punished under Section 188 IPC, 1860. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | All | 31-08-2020 |
| Madhya Pradesh | Madhya Pradesh Government Eases Lockdown Restrictions; Night Curfew To Now Be Observed From 10Pm To 5Am As Opposed To The Earlier Timing Of 8 Pm To 5 Am; Lockdown Lifted On Saturdays | 06-08-2020 | In an Order dated 6th August, 2020, the Madhya Pradesh Government has relaxed the night curfew in the State and has further lifted lockdown on Saturdays as detailed below. Lockdown on Weekends: Now, the Government has informed that all markets will be closed on Sundays only. Night Curfew: Night curfew will now be observed from 10 pm to 5 am as opposed to the earlier timing of 8 pm to 5 am. Background: In an earlier Order dated 20th July, 2020 directions were issued to enforce lockdown on Sundays and on Saturdays or Mondays in such a manner that lockdown is implemented for a consecutive period of 2 days. The present Order clarifies that lockdowns on Saturdays have been completely lifted. For a detailed read, please refer to appended Order. Please note that the Order is in Vernacular and we have translated it to the best of our understanding. Once an official translation is available, we will update in case there is a requirement. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Andhra Pradesh | Health Department Of Andhra Pradesh Notifies Guidelines For Implementation Of Phased Re-Opening Of Activities (Unlock 3); Extends Lockdown In Containment Zones Upto 31St August, 2020 | 05-08-2020 | The Health Department of Andhra Pradesh has adopted the Unlock 3 guidelines, issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs in the Order dated 29th July, 2020, for implementation in the State. Key highlights: 1. All activities have been permitted outside Containment Zones, barring the following: i. Schools, colleges, educational and coaching institutions will remain closed till 31st August, 2020. On-line/distance learning will continue to be permitted and be encouraged ii. International air travel of passengers, except as permitted by Ministry of Home Affairs iii. Metro rail iv. Cinema halls, swimming pools, entertainment parks, theatres, bars, auditoriums, assembly halls and similar places. v. Social/political/sports/entertainment/academic/cultural/religious functions and other large congregations. 2. Only essential activities have been permitted in the Containment Zones. 3. Persons above 65 years of age, persons with co-morbidity, pregnant women and children below the age of 10 years have been advised to stay at home except for essential requirements and for health purposes. 4. Spitting in public places is completely prohibited and punishable with fine. 5. Consumption of liquor, pan, gutka, tobacco etc. in public places is prohibited. However, there will be no restriction or their sale. 6. Social distancing i.e. minimum 6 feet distance (do gaz ki duri) for all the activities have to be maintained. 7. Wearing of masks by all persons in public places, including work places etc. will be mandatory and must be strictly observed and enforced. 8. Employers are advised to ensure that Arogaya Setu is installed by all the employees having compatible mobile phones. 9. Workplaces must ensure: i. that the practice of Work from Home is followed as far as possible ii. Staggering of work / business hours in the offices, workplaces, shops, markets and industrial & commercial establishments; iii. that provisions for thermal scanning, hand wash and sanitizer is made at all entry points and of hand wash or sanitizer at and exit points and common areas; iv. frequent sanitization of the entire workplace, common facilities and all points which come into human contact e.g. door handles etc. v. adequate distance between workers, adequate gaps between shifts, staggering the lunch breaks of staff, etc. Please refer to the appended documents for further details. Source: Health, Medical and Family Welfare Department, Andhra Pradesh | Mandatory | All | 31-08-2020 |
| Central | Irdai Allows The Option Of Authenticating Proposals For Life Insurance Through Electronic Means; Dispenses With Physical Signature On Proposal Forms | 05-08-2020 | In a Circular dated August 5, 2020, the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India has issued instructions for dispensing with physical signature on proposal forms. The IRDAI has received feedback from various life insurers that the situation arising in the wake of COVID-19 outbreak has impacted way in which life insurance policies are canvassed by agents and intermediaries. The filling-in of the physical proposal forms, obtaining wet signatures on them and subsequent movement of such physical papers, etc., are particularly impacted. Life insurers had accordingly made representations to the IRDAI to allow the option of authenticating the proposals for life insurance through electronic means, in place of physical signature, for the sales made by insurance agents and intermediaries, in addition to the methods presently allowed. Accordingly, the following instructions are issued: 1. Life Insurers are allowed to obtain the customers consent without requiring wet signature on the hard copy of the proposal form, for the business solicited by insurance agents / intermediaries subject to following: a. The completed proposal form must be sent to the prospect on his/ her registered e-mail ID or mobile number in the form of an e-mail or a message with a link as the case may be. b. The prospect, if he / she wishes to consent to the proposal, may do so by clicking the confirmation link or by validating the OTP shared. The Insurer must maintain verifiable, legally valid evidence for the proposers consent received for the fully completed proposal form. Further, the insurer shall not accept any payment of moneys towards proposal deposit till the receipt of consent of the proposer. c. In all such cases, the agent / intermediary must confirm that only the approved sales material has been used during the solicitation process. They must also certify the authenticity of the e-mail ID and/or mobile number of the prospect. The responsibility of the Insurers in this regard is specified as follows: a. Providing to the insurance agents / intermediaries approved digital sales material and ensuring that only such material is used while soliciting the business; b. Authenticating the e-mail IDs / mobile numbers of the prospects by conducting de-duplication of such data and other such means; c. Ensuring the suitability of the product being purchased; d. Carrying out pre-issuance verification calls in respect of all such proposals. The facility has been allowed on an experimental basis. It is effective immediately and will be valid till 31st December, 2020. The facility is limited to pure risk products, i.e., products that do not involve any savings element. The circular also specifies that grievances pertaining to sales logged in through the above method must be separately maintained by the Life Insurers and a monthly statement shall be submitted to the Authority in Annexure I. IRDAI may revoke the above facilitation in respect of any individual Insurer or for all Insurers any time. For a detailed read of the circular and Annexure I, please refer to the appended document. | Mandatory | Life Insurers | 31-12-2020 |
| Puducherry | Government Of Puducherry Rolls Out Guidelines For Yoga Institutes And Gymnasiums In Light Of Re-Opening Of Gyms / Yoga Institutes Permitted By Mha Unlock 3.0 Order Dated 29Th July, 2020 | 05-08-2020 | The Government of Puducherry ("Authority") has notified guidelines to be followed by yoga institutes and gymnasiums in light of re-opening permitted by the MHA Unlock 3.0 Order dated 29th July, 2020. The Authority has issued the present guidelines in consonance with the MoHFW guidelines on preventive measures to contain the spread of COVID-19 in yoga institutes and gymnasiums. These guidelines include the following: 1. General Preventive measures, such as: a. Individuals to maintain a minimum distance of 6 feet as far as feasible.; b. Use of face covers / masks is mandatory at all times within the premises; c. Prohibition on spitting; d. Frequent hand washing with soap encouraged (for at least 40-60 seconds) even when hands are not visibly dirty; 2. Specific measures before opening the gymnasiums, during yoga exercises, after exercises and at the time of closure, including: a. Disinfection of the entire area including entrance, washroom, shoebath, equipment in gymnasium, all other frequently touched surfaces; b. Availability and Management of supplies like personal protective equipments, masks, face covers, sanitizers etc. c. After exercise and in common areas: Proper disposal of mask and face cover must be ensured; Social distancing must be followed in cafeterias and other premises; cleaning of gymnasium equipment must be ensured; Floor cleaning has to be taken up between exercise sessions; The guidelines also provide for additional precautions to be followed in case of a suspected case of COVID-19 in the premises. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended document. | Mandatory | Yoga institutes and gymnasiums | No end date specified |
| Chandigarh | Health Department Of Chandigarh Allows Private Laboratories (Approved By Icmr), To Conduct Rt-Pcr Tests Without Presscription | 05-08-2020 | With a view to empowering citizens for testing of SARS-COV-2 virus, saving lives and to contain the spread of the virus, the Health Department, Chandigarh Administration (Department), has allowed Private Laboratories (approved by ICMR) in Chandigarh to conduct RT-PCR test for Coronavirus without prescription from medical practitioners. The tests shall be conducted on payment basis by the laboratories mentioned below, stipulated by the Administration of Chandigarh. The following laboratories have been directed to act accordingly: a. Atulya Healthcare Private Limited; #11, Sector-11A, Chandigarh b. SRL Labs, SCO 140, Sector 11, Chandigarh c. Metropolis Healthcare Limited. SCO 28, Sector 11D, Chandigarh The Department has also directed the private laboratories to quote the Directions of Chandigarh Administration or write Directorate of Health Services under the column for prescription. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | Healthcare, Diagnostic services | No end date specified |
| Dadra And Nagar Haveli | District Magistrate Of Dadra And Nagar Haveli And Daman And Diu Issues Order Under Section 144 Crpc To Contain The Spread Of Covid-19; Effective Till 31St August 2020 | 05-08-2020 | Pursuant to MHA Unlock 3 Order dated 29th July, 2020 and Order dated 31st July, 2020 issued by the Secretary (Health and Family Welfare), D&NH and D&D, the District Magistrate of Dadra and Nagar Haveli has issued an Order under Section 144 CrPC, applicable to the territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli. The Order will be effective till 31st August 2020. Key Highlights: a. prohibition on spread of any fake news or rumours related to coronavirus; b. restriction on the movement of individuals between 10:00pm to 05:00am, except for medical emergencies and essential services and emergencies; c. All shops and establishments are allowed to remain open from 5:00am to 10:00pm. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | All | 31-08-2020 |
| Central | Irdai Exempts Insurance Companies From The Requirement To Issue Policy Document And Copy Of Proposal Form In Physical Form, Subject To Certain Conditions | 04-08-2020 | In the wake of the emergence of COVID-19, and after considering feedback received from the Life Insurers with regards to difficulties in printing and dispatch of policy documents as well as the desirability to adopt digital means of doing business, the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India ("IRDAI") has exempted Insurers from the requirement to issue policy document and copy of proposal form in physical form. Now the policies may be issued electronically. The exemption is subject to the following 1. Life Insurer needs to confirm the date of receipt of electronic policy document by the policyholder (through PIVC or other means) and preserve the proof so that Free Look period may be calculated from that date; 2. Thirty (30) days Free Look period may be allowed for all such electronic policy documents; 3. Return of electronic policy document by mail by policyholder with clear intention of cancellation of policy shall be valid for Free Look Cancellation; 4. Express consent of the policyholder to receive electronic policy bond; 5. If a policyholder insists on hard copy, the same has to be issued without any charges; 6. Policy document shall be sent to the e-mail id submitted by the proposer. This exemption will be valid for all policies issued during FY 2020-21. | Mandatory | Insurers | No end date specified |
| Central | Govt. Allows Free Export Of Ventilators Including Any Artificial Respiratory Apparatus Or Oxygen Therapy Apparatus, Or Any Other Breathing Appliance/Device; Effective Immediately | 04-08-2020 | In a Gazette Notification dated 4th August, 2020 the Ministry of Commerce and Industry (Ministry) has informed that all Ventilators including any artificial respiratory apparatus or oxygen therapy apparatus, or any other breathing appliance/device can be freely exported. Ministry had had earlier issued a Notification dated 24th March, 2020 thereby prohibiting the export of ventilators including any artificial respiratory apparatus or oxygen therapy apparatus or any other breathing appliance/device. Now, the Ministry is amending the previous notification so that the items can be freely exported. The revised export policy has become effective immediately. For a detailed read of the Gazette Notification, please refer to the attached document. | Mandatory | Exporters of medical devices | No end date specified |
| Central | Irdai Relaxes Submission Of Hard Copy Of Quarterly Investment Returns; Allows Life Insurers To Make Submission Through Bap Module And Email | 04-08-2020 | The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India ("IRDAI") acknowledging the difficulty in filing hard copies amidst Covid-19 Global Pandemic and Work From Home situation has permitted Life insurers to upload the Quarterly Investment Returns through BAP module without physical filing and submit a soft copy through email to Mr. S.N Jayasimhan, GM (snjayasimhan@irdai.gov.in.) for returns up to 31st March 2021. Life Insurers must ensure that physical copies are kept ready for filing on a later date indicated by IRDAI. | Mandatory | Insurance | 31.03.2021 |
| Tripura | Tripura Government Issues Guidelines For Re-Opening Of Activities In The State; Effective Since 4Th August, 2020 Till 11Th August, 2020 | 04-08-2020 | The Chairman of the State Executive Committee of Tripura State Disaster Management Authority has issued guidelines to re-open activities outside Containment Zones in the State since 5 am of 4th August, 2020 till 5 am of 11th August, 2020. However, lockdown to continue in Containment Zones. 1. In Containment Zones - Lockdown will continue in containment zones till 31st August, 2020 and the following restrictions will apply a. Only essential activities will be allowed within the Containment Zones; b. There should be strict perimeter control on movement of vehicle and persons in and out of Containment Zones. Movement will be restricted to supply of goods and services, medical needs and livelihood related travel; c. Supply of essential goods will be arranged for Containment Zones. Door-step delivery of goods and services may be organized for people in the Containment Zones; d. Intensive contact tracing, house to house surveillance and other clinical interventions will be organised; e. Containment Zones may be declared as orange zone after 14 days of last detected case. Containment zones may be de-notified 14 days after discharge of last confirmed case; f. City / District may be declared free from disease outbreak only after 28 days of last confirmed case being negative in RT-PCR test. 2. Outside Containment Zones: Exemptions a. All Private Offices shall remain open with only 1/2 of employee strength. The Heads of Office / institution will prepare duty roster of employees in accordance; b. IT and IT enabled services, telecommunications, internet services, broadcasting and cable services to continue. Only emergency repair crew would be allowed movement; c. Print and electronic media including newspaper distribution will be allowed; d. Transport service for passengers with valid train/air tickets will be allowed. However, physical distancing needs to be ensured along with compulsory use of mask and daily sanitization of vehicle; e. All industries may continue and transportation for the workers will be allowed; f. Petrol pumps, gas agencies and transportation of petroleum products would be allowed to operate; g. Goods vehicles will be allowed to move both from outside the state and within the states; h. All construction and PWD works including road / building construction / repair shall continue to operate with social distancing; i. Defence, Central and State Police forces, District Magistrate, Home Guards, Courts, Civil Defence, Fire and Emergency Services, Disaster Management, Municipal, cremation service/ burial, private security service etc. will be allowed to function with full attendance as they are essential services; j. Health institutions, both government and private and other allied services like ambulance etc will operate on full strength; k. Medical & optical stores, storage & transportation; l. Postal, courier service and e-commerce service; m. Transportation of essential goods, vehicles of Health, Fire, Law and Order and Emergency Services are allowed; n. Establishments used for or earmarked for quarantine facilities shall operate; o. Shops selling essential items and optical items are allowed, however, shopping malls will remain closed. Shops can operate only after ensuring social distancing measures and avoiding over-crowding through volunteers to regulate the shoppers; p. Railway / Air offices and persons directly linked with operation of passenger and goods trains shall be allowed to operate; q. Agriculture activities and tea garden activities will continue with social distancing; r. Distribution of seed, fertilizer, fish seeds and other inputs in primary sector; s. Units producing / providing gas, power, drinking water, milk and other essential goods and services including those by ONGC, IOCL etc.; t. The hotel, restaurant and hospitality services shall operate as per prescribed SOP; u. Sale of liquor will be allowed between 9 am to 7 pm; v. All outlets for sale of construction materials & equipment (agri, construction etc.) will be allowed; w. All outlets providing services of and repairs (plumber, mechanic etc) may function; x. Yoga centres and gymnasium may function as per SoP prescribed by Govt of India; y. Any other units/services allowed by DM & Collector of the District; Prohibited activities All business / commercial establishments, shops and trade activities shall be closed except as per above-mentioned exemptions: a. The inter-district and inter-state transport services will remain suspended. However, intra district public and private transport services will be allowed; b. All educational, research, & coaching institutions will remain closed. However, online and distance learning will continue; c. Cinema halls, swimming pools, entertainment parks, theatres, bars, auditoriums, assembly halls and similar places will remain closed; d. All social/ political/ sports/entertainment/ academic/ cultural/religious functions will remain suspended; e. Unnecessary movement of persons should be avoided. Congregation of more than 10 persons at a public place will be prohibited except places of exempted establishments. Not more than 20 persons will be permitted in case of funerals. Not more than 50 persons in marriage ceremony will be allowed. Not more than 20 persons in health camp / blood donation camp and other charitable works. Consumption and sale of paan, gutka, tobacco etc. in public places are prohibited. Some points to note 1. Night curfew will be imposed till 31st August 2020 for the period from 9 pm to 5 am; 2. Persons allowed to move for exempted services may carry identity card during movement. Authorities may issue passes for movement of persons/ vehicle of non-exempted categories in case of urgency; 3. Any person violating these measures will be liable to be proceeded against under the Disaster Management Act, 2005 besides legal action under Section 188 of IPC and other legal provisions. | Mandatory | All | 11-08-2020 |
| Uttarakhand | Uttarakhand Govt. Implements Phased Re-Opening (Unlock -3) In The State In Sync With Mha Order | 04-08-2020 | The Government of Uttarakhand, has implemented phased Unlock 3 in line with the Ministry of Home Affairs Order dated 29th July, 2020 to be effective in the State. The Order specifies the activities permitted outside containment zones as well as the restrictions with regard to specified activities, the manner in which inter-state and inter-district movement of persons must be conducted. The Order has provided detailed Guidelines for re-opening of hotels, homestays, hospitality services, restaurants, shopping malls, religous places and markets. All activities in containment zones to remain closed. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Haryana | Haryana Government Issues Guidelines On Preventive Measures To Contain Spread Of Covid-19 In Yoga Institutes & Gymnasiums Allowed To Open Since 5Th August, 2020 | 04-08-2020 | The District Disaster Management Authority, Sirsa, Haryana (Authority) has issued guidelines to be adhered to by yoga institutes and gymnasiums in light of re-opening of gyms / yoga institutes permitted by the Unlock 3.0 Order dated 29th July, 2020 by the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India. The Authority has issued the present guidelines in consonance with the MoHFW guidelines on preventive measures to contain the spread of COVID-19 in yoga institutes and gymnasiums. These guidelines include the following: 1. General Preventive measures, such as: a. Individuals to maintain a minimum distance of 6 feet as far as feasible.; b. Use of face covers/masks is mandatory at all times within the premises; c. Prohibition on spitting; d. Frequent hand washing with soap encouraged (for at least 40-60 seconds) even when hands are not visibly dirty; 2. Specific measures before opening the gymnasiums, during yoga exercises, after exercises and at the time of closure, including: a. Disinfection of the entire area including entrance, washroom, shoebath, equipment in gymnasium, all other frequently touched surfaces; b. Availability and Management of Supplies like personal protective equipments, masks, face covers. Sanitisers etc. c. After exercise and in common areas: Proper disposal of mask and face cover must be ensured; Social distancing must be followed in cafeterias and other premises; cleaning of gymnasium equipment must be ensured; Floor cleaning has to be taken up between exercise sessions; The guidelines also provide for additional precautions to be followed in case of a suspected case of COVID-19 in the premises. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended document. | Mandatory | Gyms and yoga institutes | No end date specified |
| Punjab | Punjab Government Issues Guidelines On Preventive Measures To Contain Spread Of Covid-19 In Yoga Institutes & Gymnasiums Allowed To Open Since 5Th August, 2020 | 04-08-2020 | The Government of Punjab has issued guidelines for opening of yoga Institutes and gymnasiums in the State, in consonance with the MoHFW guidelines on preventive measures to contain the spread of COVID-19 in Yoga institutes and gymnasiums. Key Takeaways: 1. Yoga Institutes and Gymnasiums have been allowed to start functioning in the State since 5th August, 2020 subject to strict compliance of the guidelines issued by the MoHFW on 3rd August, 2020. 2. Spas, sauna, steam bath and swimming pool (wherever applicable) will remain closed; 3. Minimise physical contact between all the staff members and visitors should be ensured. Further, a social distancing of minimum 6 feet has to be maintained; 4. All Yoga Institutes and Gymnasiums in Containment Zones shall continue to remain shut; 5. Persons above 65 years of age, persons with co-morbidity, pregnant women and children below the age of 10 years have been advised not to use gyms in closed spaces; 6. Before opening the gymnasiums and yoga institutes, their managements need to calculate the capacity of the place based on criteria of 4 sq. metre i.e. about 40 sq. feet per person; 7. Use of face masks is mandatory at all times. However, during yoga exercise or exercising in gymnasiums, as far as possible only a visor may be used. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended document. | Mandatory | Gyms and yoga institutes | No end date specified |
| Rajasthan | Government Of Rajasthan Rolls Out Guidelines For Yoga Institutes And Gymnasiums In Light Of Re-Opening Of Gyms / Yoga Institutes Permitted By Mha Unlock 3.0 Order Dated 29Th July, 2020 | 04-08-2020 | The Government of Rajasthan ("State Government") has in an Order dated August 4, 2020, notified guidelines to be followed by yoga institutes and gymnasiums in light of re-opening permitted by the MHA Unlock 3.0 Order dated 29th July, 2020. These guidelines have been issued in consonance with the MoHFW guidelines on preventive measures to contain the spread of COVID-19 in yoga institutes and gymnasiums. These guidelines include the following: 1. General Preventive measures, such as: a. Individuals to maintain a minimum distance of 6 feet (as far as feasible); b. mandatory use of face covers / masks at all times within the premises; c. prohibition on spitting; d. frequent hand washing with soap has been encouraged (for at least 40-60 seconds) even when hands are not visibly dirty; e. use of alchohol-based hand sanitizers whenever feasible; f. respiratory etiquettes to be strictly followed; 2. Specific measures before opening the gymnasiums, during yoga exercises, after exercises and at the time of closure, such as: a. disinfection of the entire area including entrance, washroom, shoebath, equipment in gymnasium, all other frequently touched surfaces; b. availability and Management of supplies like personal protective equipments, masks, face covers, sanitizers etc. c. after exercise and in common areas: Proper disposal of mask and face cover must be ensured; Social distancing must be followed in cafeterias and other premises; cleaning of gymnasium equipment must be ensured; Floor cleaning has to be taken up between exercise sessions; d. promotion of card based/ contactless payment; e. shifts and attendance for employees to be planned in a way to ensure social distancing; f. housekeeping staff to be informed and trained on norms for waste management and disposal; g. at the time of closure, shower rooms, lockers and changing rooms to be propertly sanitised; h. deep cleaning of all washrooms to be ensured; The guidelines also provide for additional precautions to be followed in case of a suspected case of COVID-19 in the premises. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended document. | Mandatory | Gymnasiums and Yoga institutes | No end date specified |
| Nagaland | Nagaland Government Issues Standard Operating Procedure (Sop) For Returnees And Travellers Entering Nagaland; Inbound Travellers / Returnees Have To Undergo Institutional Quarantining For 7 (Seven) Days | 04-08-2020 | The Nagaland Government has rolled out Standard Operating Procedure (SOPs) for returnees and travellers entering Nagaland (SOP) in suppression of its previous Orders dated 1st June, 2020 and 7th June, 2020. The present SOP is applicable to returnees and travellers entering Nagaland with effect since 10th August, 2020. Key Points: A. Designated Point of Entry and Entry Permit: 1. Any returnee / in-bound traveller will be permitted only through Dimapur by Train, Air or by Road through the New Field Check Gate and the Dillai Gate; through Khuzama, Kohima district by Road, through Tsutapela and Watiyongpang, Mokokchung district by Road, through Naginimora and Tizit, Mon district by Road and through Bhandari, Wokha district by Road. 2. Entry into the State through any other route, or by any other mode of travel will not be allowed, except under special circumstances with the approval of the Home Department. 3. For returnee / persons travelling by road, e-Pass should be obtained as per the existing system by applying on iamstranded.nagaland.gov.in website. B. Screening and inter-district transfers: 1. All returnees/inbound travellers will be screened at the designated entry point or some other convenient location as decided by the respective District Task Force, in which the entry point is located. 2. All returnees / inbound travellers should have installed the nCOVID Nagaland Visitors App and submitted self declaration through the App by the time of arrival. Checking of the App being installed in the returnee's /traveller's phone will be done during the screening on arrival. If the App is not yet installed, the returnee/traveller will be directed to do so and directed to the State Helpline 1800 345 0019 for any technical support. C. Quarantine: 1. Every inbound traveller/returnee will have to mandatorily undergo institutional quarantining for 7 (seven) days at a facility managed and arranged by the concerned District Task Force or identified hotel/rest house/lodge. 2. The Quarantine will be managed and arranged by the District Task Forces. D. Testing: The SOP also provides for the testing facility and discharge procedure for returnees / inbound travellers. E. Discharge: The swab of the returnee / inbound traveller for testing will be taken on the 5th to 10th day of arrival and he/ she to discharged from quarantine centre as and when the negative test result by TrueNat or RTPCR is received, if he/ she has completed a minimum of 7 days in institutional quarantine; F. Information regarding the paid facilities: In order to provide a choice of the paid quarantine facility-hotels/lodges/rest houses, that a person intending to come to Nagaland may like to use and thereby help him/her to decide and make the travel plans accordingly, the DTFs will make arrangements for displaying the information regarding the status of availability of the various paid quarantine facilities on various dates in their districts on the website covid19.nagaland.gov.i n G. Returnee/traveller entering before 10th of August 2020: Any returnee / traveller who has entered the State and commenced quarantining before 10th of August 2020, the day this SOP comes into force, will continue to be guided by the provisions of the earlier SOPs issued vide Notifications no.NSDMA-ER-COVID-19/301/2020 dated 1st of June 2020 and 7th of June 2020. For a detailed read, please refer to appended Order | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Central Bureau Of Narcotics Reverts To Submission Of Physical Copies Of Application Of Export Authorization / Import Licences / Nocs For Export / Import Of Narcotic Drugs/Psychotropic Substances / Controlled Substances Wherever Possible Till 31St August, 2020 | 04-08-2020 | The Central Bureau of Narcotics ("CBN") through Public Notices issued on 1st April 2020 and 7th July, 2020 had permitted importer / exporter of Narcotic Drugs / Psychotropic Substances / Controlled Substances to submit scanned copies of applications along with self - authenticated copies of all documents (including import certificate) through email . The Public Notice of 7th July, 2020 had permitted soft copy submission of applications till 31st July, 2020. Now, with a Public Notice dated 4th August, 2020 CBN has extended this period till 31st August, 2020. | Mandatory | Pharmaceutical industry | 31-08-2020 |
| West Bengal | West Bengal Notifies Partial Modifications To Earlier Lockdown Order; Complete Lockdown To Now Be Implemented On 5Th, 8Th, 20Th, 21St, 27Th, 28Th And 31St August, 2020 | 03-08-2020 | The Government of West Bengal has changed the dates for implementation of complete State-wide lockdown. Pursuant to requests and appeals to relax lockdown in the State on dates coinciding with festivals and local community-based customs, the Government of West Bengal has made partial modifications to the earlier lockdown Order and notified that the State will be under complete lockdown on the following days Wednesday 5th August; Saturday 8th August; Thursday 20th August; Friday 21st August; Thursday 27th August; Friday 28th August and Monday 31st August. Background: As per the earlier Order, State-wide complete lockdown was to be observed on Wednesday 5th August; Saturday 8th August; Sunday 16th August; Monday 17th August; Sunday 23rd August; Saturday 24th August and Monday 31st August. Therefore, while the lockdown on 5th August, 8th August and 31st August have been retained, the 16th August lockdown has been moved to 20th August; 17th August lockdown has been moved to 21st August; lockdown on 23rd August has been moved to 27th August and the 24th August lockdown has been moved to 28th August. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Mohfw Rolls Out Guidelines To Contain Spread Of Covid-19 In Yoga Institutes & Gymnasiums Which Have Been Allowed To Open From 5Th August, 2020 | 03-08-2020 | The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (Ministry) has issued Guidelines on Preventive Measures to Contain Spread of COVID-19 in Yoga Institutes & Gymnasiums (Guidelines). The Guidelines provide the generic and specific preventive measures to be followed in gymnasiums and yoga institutes. Generic Preventive Measures: 1. All yoga institutes and gymnasiums in containment zones will remain closed for public. Only the ones outside Containment Zones have been permitted to operate; 2. All yoga institutes and gymnasiums have to comply with all health related guideline / SOP / notification issued by the Union / State Government from time to time; 3. Persons above 65 years of age, persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women and children below the age of 10 years have been advised against using gyms in closed spaces. Organizations managing the yoga institutes and gymnasiums must ensure to advise all members, visitors & staff accordingly; 4. The generic preventive measures include the following simple public health measures that must be followed to reduce the risk of COVID-19; i. Individuals must maintain a minimum distance of 6 feet as far as feasible. ii. Use of face covers/masks is mandatory at all times within the premises. However, during yoga exercise or exercising in gymnasiums, as far as possible, only a visor may be used as the use of mask (in particular N-95 masks) during exercise may cause difficulty in breathing; iii. Frequent hand washing with soap encouraged (for at least 40-60 seconds) even when hands are not visibly dirty. Use of alcohol-based hand sanitizers (for at least 20 seconds) may be practiced wherever feasible; iv. Respiratory etiquettes to be strictly followed. This involves strict practice of covering ones mouth and nose while coughing / sneezing with a tissue / handkerchief / flexed elbow and then disposing off used tissues properly; v. Self-monitoring of health by to be practised by all along with reporting of any illness at the earliest to State and District helpline; vi. Spitting should be strictly prohibited; vii. Installation & use of Aarogya Setu App has been advised to all; These measures need to be observed by all (members, visitors & staff) in these places at all times. Specific measures to be followed: 1. Before opening the yoga institute/gymnasium: The following have to be ensured: a. Processes & premises redesigning including proper placement of equipment b. Disinfection of the entire area including entrance, washroom, shoebath, equipment in gymnasium, all other frequently touched surfaces. c. Planning and Scheduling of Activities d. Availability and Management of Supplies like personal protective equipments, masks, face covers. Sanitisers etc. 2. After opening the yoga institutes / gymnasiums: Specific preventive measures have to be taken: a.at the entry point b.prior to exercising in the gymnasiums using equipment for cardio, strength training etc. 3. During yoga exercises / other exercise sessions: Certain precautions have to be taken like: a.Avoiding using common exercise mats b.Checking oxygen saturation level 4. After exercise and in common areas: a. Proper disposal of mask and face cover must be ensured b. Social distancing must be followed in cafeterias and other premises. c. Cleaning of gymnasium equipment must be ensured. d. Floor cleaning has to be taken up between exercise sessions. The Guidelines also provide for the preventive measures that have to be taken at the time of closure of the gymnasium/ yoga institute and what additional precautions have to be followed in case of a suspect case in the premises. Background: Through the Unlock 3.0 Order dated 29th July, 2020 the Ministry of Home Affairs had notified that yoga institutes and gymnasiums will be permitted to re-open from 5th August, 2020. These Guidelines will have to be followed by the Yoga Institutes and Gymnasiums in order to prevent the spread of the pandemic COVID 19. For a detailed read of the Guidelines, please refer to the appended document. | Mandatory | Gymnasiums and yoga institutes | No end date specified |
| Meghalaya | District Magistrate Of East Khasi Hills In Meghalaya Notifies Guidelines To Implement Restrictions / Prohibitions In The District; Effective Since 3Rd August, 2020 Up To 10Th August, 2020, Between 5 Am To 9 Pm On A Daily Basis | 03-08-2020 | The District Magistrate of East Khasi Hills District, Shillong has issued a prohibitory Order under Section 144 of Cr.P.C. and Meghalaya Epidemic Diseases, COVID-19 Regulations, 2020 to impose restrictions/ prohibitions on certain activities in all of East Khasi Hills District including Shillong Urban Agglomeration, Civil Sub-Divisions of Sohra, Pynursla and C&RD Blocks with effect since 3rd August, 2020 upto 10th August, 2020 on a daily basis between 5 am to 9 pm. General Instructions a. Employers to ensure that all employees have the Arogya Setu Application and Behavioural Change management app installed on their phones. b. Adhere to the guidelines prescribed in the SOP to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in office (public and private); c. Operation of permitted shops, services, establishments, industrial and commercial activities etc. to strictly adhere with SOPs prescribed by the Government along with National Directives of Government for COVID-19 Management in Public Places and Work Places including mandatory compliance with the advisories of the Health and Family Welfare Department; d. Operation of supply chains/wholesalers and retail outlets, shops, services and other establishments in the District will be regulated as per scheduled timings and dates which will be released in advance from time to time by the District Magistrate; e. Persons above the age of 65 years, persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women and children below the age of 10 years are advised to stay at home except for essential requirements and for health purposes; f. Individuals are required to maintain distance of 6 feet or 2 metres; g. Operation of supply chains, wholesalers and retail outlet shops, services and other establishments in rural areas of East Khasi Hills District will be regulated as per the scheduled timings and dates which shall be released in advance from time to time; h. All residents are required to install Aarogya Setu application on compatible mobile phones and regularly update their health status on the app for containment of COVID-19 pandemic; i. 50% of private and public transport will opearate in east Khasi Hills District; j. Public transport and private transport vehicles to ply on rotational basis from 5 am to 9 pm; k. Movement of vehicles and other traffic arrangements will be prepared and regulated by the office of Superintendent of Police. Inter-district movement of persons is permitted; l. Passes for all forms of outward inter-state movement from East Khasi Hills District will only be issued by the District Magistrate; Prohibited Activities: a. Inter - State movement. b. Moving in public places, workplaces and during transport without a mask; c. Incoming additional workforce from outside the District EXCEPT for highly skilled, skilled, specialized professionals and technicians regulated by SOP of Labour Department; d. Any assembly, all individuals are required to maintain social distancing of at least 6 feet, compulsory wearing of masks, respiratory etiquette and to strictly follow various protocols and advisories without fail, issued by the Government through the Health and Family Welfare Department; e. Operation of unregulated major markets (iew heh/iew die lang) and unregulated shopping complexes; f. Border haats and markets located in the Inter-State border areas. g. Operations of educational institutions, barring online or distance learning. h. All forms of large public gatherings and congregation including social/ political / entertainment/ academic/ cultural /religious functions, etc. i. Spitting in public places; j. Consumption of liquor, paan, gutka, tobacco, etc. in public places; For a detailed read on the SOP for engagement of labourers from outside the state, SOP for offices, along with other related orders, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | All | 10-08-2020 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | Government Of Arunachal Pradesh Issues A List Of Activities Permitted/ Restricted In Itanagar City; Industrial Establishments Can Operate Following Social Distancing Norms | 03-08-2020 | The Government of Arunachal Pradesh, in an Order dated 3rd August, 2020 has restricted / permitted the following activities in Itanagar Capital Region: 1. All industrial establishments and construction activities will be permitted while following social distancing norms, compulsory wearing of masks and frequent sanitisation of premises. 2. All religious institutions will continue to remain closed. 3. All drivers of vehicles and other vegetable vendors who travel to Assam for ferrying food items will be subject to antigen test after every 5th day till 31st August, 2020. No driver will be allowed to travel to Assam without such check. Please note all other restrictions already imposed by the Government of Arunachal Pradesh will remain in force until otherwise altered/ withdrawn. | Mandatory | All | no end date specified |
| Central | Ministry Of Health And Family Welfare Revises Guidelines For International Arrivals; Travellers To Submit Prior Online Declaration Agreeing To 7 Days Paid Institutional Quarantine At Their Own Cost, Followed By 7 Days Isolation At Home With Self-Monitoring Of Health; Effective From 8Th August, 2020 | 02-08-2020 | The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (Ministry) has, in an Order dated 2nd August, 2020 issued Guidelines for international arrivals (Guidelines) in supersession of the earlier Guidelines dated 24th May, 2020. The present Guidelines will be effective from 8th August, 2020. A. Before Planning for Travel: 1. All travellers to submit self-declaration form on the online portal (www.newdelhiairport.in) at least 72 hours before the scheduled travel. Further, they should also provide an undertaking on the portal stating that they would undergo mandatory quarantine for 14 days i.e. 7 days paid institutional quarantine at their own cost, followed by 7 days isolation at home with self-monitoring of health; 2. Only for compelling reasons/ cases of human distress such as pregnancy, death in family, serious illness and parent(s) with children of the age of 10 years or below, home quarantine may be permitted for 14 days; anyone seeking exemption under the above-mentioned grounds, needs to file an online application on the portal (www.newdelhiairport.in) at least 72 hours before boarding. The decision taken by the Government (as communicated on the online portal) will be final; 3. Travelers seeking exemption from institutional quarantine may submit a negative RTPCR test on arrival (such test should have been conducted within 96 hours prior to undertaking the journey) and also upload the test report on the portal for consideration. Each passenger must also submit a declaration with respect to authenticity of the report and will be liable for criminal prosecution, if found otherwise. The test report could also be produced upon arrival at the point of entry airport in India. B. Before Boarding: 1. The Dos and Don'ts will be provided along with ticket to the travellers by the agencies concerned; 2. All passengers will be advised to download Arogya Setu app on their mobile devices; 3. At the time of boarding the flight/ ship, only asymptomatic travellers will be allowed to board after thermal screening; 4. Passengers arriving through the land borders will also have to undergo the same protocol as above, and only those who are asymptomatic will be enabled to cross the border into India; 5. Suitable precautionary measures such as environmental sanitation and disinfection shall be ensured at the airports; 6. During boarding and at the airports, all possible measures to ensure social distancing to be ensured; C. During Travel: 1. Travelers who had not filled out the self-declaration form on the portal have to fill the same (in duplicate) in the flight / ship and a copy of the same will be provided to Health and Immigration officials present at the airport/ seaport/ Iand-port. Alternatively, such travellers may submit self-declaration form on the online portal after arriving at the airport/ seaport/ Iand-port as per the directions of the concerned authorities, if such facility is available; 2. Suitable announcement about COVID-19 including precautionary measures to be followed shall be made at airports / port and in flights / ships and during transit; 3. While on board the flight/ ship, required precautions such as wearing of masks, environmental hygiene, respiratory hygiene, hand hygiene etc. are to be observed by airline/ ship staff, crew and all passengers. D. On arrival: 1. Deboarding should be done while ensuring social distancing; 2. Thermal screening would be carried out in respect of all the passengers by the Health officials present at the airport/ seaport/ Iand-port; 3. The self-declaration form filled online must be shown (or a copy of physical self-declaration form to be submitted) to the airport health staff; 4. The passengers found to be symptomatic during screening will be immediately isolated and taken to medical facility as per health protocol; 5. Post thermal screening, the passengers who have been exempted from institutional quarantine (decision as indicated on the online portal in advance) will show the same to the respective State Counters on their cell phones/other mode before being allowed home quarantine for 14 days; 6. The remaining passengers shall be taken to suitable institutional quarantine facilities, to be arranged by the respective State / UT Governments. These passengers shall be kept under institutional quarantine for a minimum period of 7 days. 8. The passengers will be tested as per ICMR protocol available at https://www.mohfw.gov.in/pdf/Revisedtestingguidelines.pdf. a. Incase they test positive, they will be assessed clinically. b. If they are assessed as asymptomatic / pre-symptomatic/ very mild cases, they will be allowed home isolation or isolated in the COVID Care Centre (both public & private facilities) as appropriate. c. Those having mild/ moderate/ severe symptoms will be admitted to dedicated Covid Health facilities and managed accordingly. If found negative, they shall be advised to further isolate themselves at home and self-monitor their health for 7 days. d. In case, any symptoms develop they shall inform the district surveillance officer or the State / National call center (1075). Please note : States may develop their own protocol with regards to quarantine and isolation as per their assessment post arrival of passengers in the State concerned. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Meghalaya | District Magistrate Of East Khasi Hills In Shillong Issues Guidelines To Implement Night Curfew In The District; Effective Since 3Rd August, 2020 Till 10Th August, 2020 From 9:00 Pm To 5:00 Am | 02-08-2020 | The District Magistrate of East Khasi Hills District, Shillong has implemented night curfew restrictions in the District since August 3, 2020 (Monday) upto August 10, 2020 (Monday) between 09:00 pm to 5:00 am on a daily basis. The following activities and services have been exempted from the above-mentioned restrictions: 1. IT Services, Telecom, Communications and Postal Service; 2. Press, Print and Electronic Media; 3. Online/home food delivery. However, home delivery of food shall be exempted only upto 10:00 PM; 4. Security Forces; 5. Medical Teams on duty; 6. Wholesale and Retail Pharmacies; 7. Police and Armed Forces; 8. Fire & Emergency Service; 9. MeECL, NEEPCO & Power Grid; 10. Food and Civil Supply Department; 11. FCI 12. Public Works Department (PWD); 13. Public Health Engineering (PHE) Department; 14. Shillong Municipal Board; 15. Petrol Pumps including Indian Oil Corporation (OIC); 16. Essential services including Health Services, Hospitals, Clinics, Dispensaries, Veterinary clinics, Labs; 17. Authorized workshops and designated spare parts dealerships of Health and Family Welfare Department, Govt. of Meghalaya; 18. Government Officials on Duty; 19. Officers and Staff of Corona Care Centres; However, the above services must strictly comply with all protocols and procedures including social distancing, limiting of field staff to the barest minimum and other advisories of Government in the Health and Family Welfare Department; Furthermore, movement of vehicles carrying essential commodities, security forces, medial equipments, and shops for repair of trucks on highways have also been exempted from the restrictions imposed by the present Order. However, drivers and attendants of vehicles will be subject to the medical screening as per protocols. Please note: 1. The Order contains a list of areas (Containment Zones) wherein the exemptions granted to official / non-official emergency / essential services will not extend. 2. Curfew passes for timings falling between 09:00 pm to 05:00 am with effect from 3rd of August, 2020 (Monday) upto 10th of August, 2020 (Monday) may be obtained by making an online application for the same at www.eastkhasihills.gov.in . For a detailed read, please refer to appended Order. | Mandatory | All | 10-08-2020 |
| Meghalaya | Deputy Commissioner Of East Khasi Hills District, Shillong Issues Guidelines For Re-Opening Of Activities In The District | 02-08-2020 | The Office of the Deputy Commissioner, East Khasi Hills District, Shillong has issued Orders w.r.t. phased re-opening of activities in the areas of the District outside the Containment Zones. As per previous Order No. POL.75/2020/PI/51, issued on 1st July, 2020, all shops operating from fixed premises have been allowed to be kept open on a daily basis between 8 am to 8 pm. The above-mentioned exemption will not apply to areas falling under Police Bazaar, G.S. Road (From Khyndai Lad to Motphran), Keating Road, Jail Road, Motphran, Jhalupara, Mawbah, Barapathar, Anjalee Point, Mawlonghat, Iewmawlong, Cantonment, Jeep Stand, Garikhana, Paltan Bazaar and Iewduh. Separate Orders will be issued for these areas along with the areas under Containment Zones as mentioned under Annexure-I. Key Highlights: 1. Cyber cafe, gaming parlours, jackpot parlours and lottery counter will remain closed till further orders. 2. Alternate shops will open on rotation basis in shopping malls / complexes. Such shops to follow SOPs for containing the spread of COVID-19. In addition to this, gaming arcades, children play areas and cinema halls inside shopping malls and complex will remain closed. Loitering is not allowed, customers to only enter, make purchase and leave immediately. Note: The Sub-Divisional Officer (Civil) of Pynursla / Sohra, Incident Commander, Block Development Officers, Police, Headman, owners of the shopping malls/ complex and respective shopkeepers will decide on the alternate opening of shops on rotation basis. 3. The following establishments, services and activities will open / operate daily in all of East Khasi Hills District including Shillong Urban Agglomeration, Civil Sub-Division of Sohra and Pynursla and in all the C&D Blocks (except cyber cafe, gaming parlours, jackpot parlours and lottery counter): a. Private office establishments to operate with 33% employee strength; subject to obtaining permission and submission of undertaking to the Deputy Commissioner and ensuring mandatory compliance with the National Directives of the Government along with SOPs (Please refer to Annexure X of the appended Order); b. Operation of restaurants / cafes / food outlets excluding those on National Highway with strict compliance with the SOPs issued by the Tourism Department, Meghalaya along with the SOP on preventive measures to be ensured in restaurants to contain the spread of COVID-19 (Please refer to Annexure III of the appended Order). However, home-delivery service is allowed for restaurants / cafes etc. and takeaway has been permitted for outlets on National Highways. Both home-delivery and takeaway has been allowed till 10 pm. c. Barber shops / beauty parlours / salons have been allowed to operate in strict compliance with the SOP on the same issued by the Health and Family Welfare Department (Please refer to Annexure IV of the appended Order for further details); d. Weekly markets (mentioned in Annexure V to the appended Order) except border haats and market located in the inter-State borders are permitted to open by following SOP issued by the Government (Please refer to Annexure VI of the appended Order for details); e. Hotels are permitted to resume operations while ensuring strict compliance with SOPs after obtaining permission from the Deputy Commissioner (For further details, please refer to Annexure VII of the appended Order); f. e- commerce operations, pharmacies / labs / private and public clinics / veterinary clinics / dispensary, petrol pumps, mobile car repairing service (including 2 technicians and mechanics), services provided by self employed persons (electrician, IT repairs, plumbers, carpenters etc.), courier service have been permitted; g. All construction activity in rural areas will have to take permission of the Deputy Commissioner; h. In urban areas, only in-situ construction (where labourers are available on site or coming from their residence in the same district) and construction of renewable energy projects are allowed after taking permission of the Deputy Commissioner; i. For incoming skilled workforce, highly skilled and professionals, the Employers to follow SOP of Labour Department of Meghalaya dated 9th June, 2020 and Order dated 29th July, 2020 (Please refer to Annexure VIII and Annexure IX for further details); j. Operation of notified weighbridges after obtaining permission; k. Border trade with Bangladesh through Land Customs Stations is permitted subject to strict compliance with SOP. However, trade through border haat is not permitted. l. Non-contact sports excluding gyms allowed by following SOP and after obtaining permission and submitting an undertaking with the Deputy Commissioner. m. 50% of private and public transport will operate in the District. However, vehicles will ply in an odd even manner on weekdays and on Sunday only private vehicles (both odd & even) are allowed to ply. Also, vehicles will utilize only 50% of their seating capacity and for 4 wheelers 2 passengers are allowed with a driver and for 2 wheelers pillion is restricted to only female or a child below the age of 12 years. n. Government vehicles are exempted from this odd-even rule along with vehicles carrying essential commodities or going for essential duties. n. Inter-District movement of people is permitted, however, inter-State movement is still restricted. The following activities who have undertakings to the Deputy Commissioner will open daily - 1. Food processing units including rice mills and mustard oil processing in rural areas outside municipalities; 2. Brick kilns in rural areas outside municipalities; 3. Industrial units; 4. Cement plants will operate at 100% capacity; 5. Mining of limestone and boulder by lease-holders for domestic sale in the state or country. Export outside the country is permitted only through automated, elevated conveyor belt with no human intervention; 6. Quarrying of chips and aggregates including their transportation; 7. All agriculture sectors and related activities; 8. Operation of tea industry including plantation, processing and marketing; 9. Transportation of all agriculture products; 10. MNREGA works with strict implementation of social distancing and face mask; Operation of permitted establishment / services / activities in both urban and rural areas will have to strictly comply with all SOPs and advisories issued by the Government; In addition to the above, the public is requested to - 1. Maintain social distance of at least 6 feet; 2. Not to overcrowd; 3. To wear masks by shopkeepers and customers. Failure to do this will lead to closure of shops; 4. Not to spit in public places; 5. Cooperate with management made by the District Administration, District Police and Headman; 6. Ensure compulsory compliance with earlier orders and night curfew orders. For a detailed read on the SOPs and the related orders, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Gujarat | Gujarat Government Implements Unlock 3 In The State Which Will Be Followed In The State Till 31St August, 2020 | 01-08-2020 | The Gujarat Government , in a recent Notification has issued the Unlock 3 Order which will be implemented in the State till 31st August, 2020. The Order lists down the following permissible and non-permissible activities for all areas outside containment zones: 1. Private Offices: Permitted to operate with social distancing. However, work from home should be encouraged. 2. Hotels, hospitalities services, restaurants, shopping malls: As per Standard Operating Procedure from 8th June, 2020. 3. Educational, training, research and coaching institutions: Only online/distance learning will be allowed. 4. Cab Aggregators and Private Vehicles: Normally 1 driver and 2 persons are allowed. However, if the seating capacity is 6 or more, the 1 driver and 6 persons will be allowed. 5. Two Wheelers: Two wheelers are permitted with only 2 people. 6. Yoga Institutes/Gymnasiums: Yoga institutes and gymnasiums will be allowed to function from 5th August, 2020 as per the SOP issued by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. 7. Social/Political/sports/Entertainment/Academic Cultural and other congregations: Only 20 persons will be allowed for funeral / last rites. Only 50 persons will be allowed for marriage functions. 8. Religious Places: Religious places are permitted to open. However, no functions/ gatherings will be allowed. 9. Street Vendors: Street vendors can operate as per the SOPs issued by the Urban Local Bodies. 10. Private and City Bus service: City Bus service is allowed to operate with a 60% capacity and the private buses are allowed to operate with a 60% capacity and no standing. For a detailed read of the Order, please refer to the appended document. Please note that the Order is in vernacular and we have translated it to the best of our understanding. | Mandatory | All | 31-08-2020 |
| Nagaland | Nagaland Government Implements Unlock 3 Guidelines In The State In Consonance With The Mha Order Dated 29Th July, 2020; Effective Upto 31St August, 2020 | 01-08-2020 | Government of Nagaland has issued consolidated guidelines in the State in consonance with the MHA Unlock 3.0 Order dated 29th July, 2020. These guidelines have been in effect since 1st August, 2020 and shall be valid till 31st August, 2020. Consolidated guidelines 1. Shops / Markets / Other activities a. All categories of industries will be permitted to operate subject to social distancing norms; b. All construction activities, including roads, irrigation projects, buildings and all kind of industrial projects will continue to be permitted; c. Private banks, ATMs, Pharmacies, Medical clinics, nursing homes, private telecom services, internet services, media houses, LPG, Petroleum outlets will continue to open/function as per existing arrangements. All other kind of private offices/establishments are permitted to open function with social distancing norms; d. Shops and outlets of all categories and Departmental Stores will be allowed to open as per normal hours; e. Hawker stalls located in crowded areas and market complexes which offer no scope for enforcing social distancing like the Hongkong Market, New Market in Dimapur town, BOC Market in Kohima etc. will remain closed except those shops/outlets dealing with food grains, vegetables, food items, medicines and other essential items and goods; f. Owners of shops and establishments which are allowed to open should keep hand sanitizers or provide facilities for washing hands with soap and water for public as well as staff/workers. Frequently touched surfaces such as door handles and other objects to be cleaned and disinfected. Also, social distancing have to be followed at all times in shops and outlets; g. Dine-in restaurants and eateries will continue to remain closed, however, home delivery of food is allowed. Further, Dhabas at strategic locations along the highways will be permitted; h. All agriculture and allied services, forest activities, plantation activities and animal husbandry activities will continue to be permitted; i. Religious places/places of worship in the State will continue to be open subject to certain conditions; j. All other activities not explicitly barred or prohibited in this order or any other order issued by the Government will continue to be permitted subject to social distancing norms; k. All activities have to strictly adhere to National Directives for COVID-19 Management. 2. Installation of Aarogya Setu App a. Employers to ensure on best effort basis that Aarogya Setu App is installed by all employees having compatible mobile phones as this app can identify potential risk of infection and thus can shield the individuals and community from infection; b. Individuals are advised to regularly update their health status on the app, in order to facilitate the timely provision of medical attention to those at risk. 3. The following activities will continue to remain prohibited / closed across the State till 31st August, 2020 - a. International air travel of passengers except as permitted by MHA; b. School, colleges, educational and coaching institutions will remain closed till 31st August, 2020. Online / distance learning will continue to be permitted and continue to be encouraged; c. Cinema halls, swimming pools, entertainment parks, theatres, bars, auditoriums, assembly halls and similar places; d. Social / Political / Sports / Entertainment / Academic / Cultural / Religious functions and other large congregations; e. Salons, parlours and barber shops; f. Sport complexes and stadiums; g. All public places like parks, museums, libraries, re-creation centres etc.; h. Use of public toilets. 4. Entry and Exit points - a. Inter-state borders will continue to remain sealed and any inbound traveller / returnee will be allowed to enter the State only through Dimapur by train, air or road through New Field Check Gate and the Dillai Gate and by road through Khuzama, Kohima District, Tsutapela and Watiyongpang, Mokokchung District, Naginimora and Tizit, Mon District and Bhandari, Wokha District; b. Entry into the State through any route or by any means of transport will not be allowed except under special circumstances with approval of the Home Department; c. Movement of goods vehicles entering or transitioning through the State will be allowed through the above mentioned entry points after proper medical screening of drivers and attendants; d. All other roads/routes will remain closed; e. The International Border of the State with Myanmar shall continue to remain sealed as before. 5. Movement of Vehicles - a. Inter-district movement of commercial passenger vehicles will remain barred except for vehicles carrying goods; b. Taxis and auto rickshaws are permitted to ply, but they will not carry more than two and one passenger respectively. Driver and passengers to wear masks. Further, the driver should make mandatory provision for hand sanitizer failing which the Permit will be cancelled. Fares will be the same as prescribed before the announcement of lockdown measures.; c. Movement of passenger buses, like city buses will continue to be prohibited. 6. Offices a. The Civil Secretariat and Directorates in Kohima and Dimapur and all Government offices in the Districts will function with 50% staff every alternate week; b. District Administration, Police, Security Forces/Agencies and Medical and essential service providers like Treasury, Fire and Emergency Services, Prisons, Power, Postal service, BSNL etc. will continue to operate. 7. Containment Zones a. In Containment Zones only essential activities will be allowed. There will be strict perimeter control to ensure that there is no movement of people except for medical emergencies and for maintaining supply of essential goods and services; b. Activities in Containment Zones will be strictly monitored and buffer zones outside these zones will be identified by the District Administration; 8. Some points to note - a. Persons above the age of 65 years, persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women and children below the age of 10 years are advised to stay at home except for essential and health purposes; b. Guidelines issued by MHA under Disaster Management Act, 2005 and Orders of the Deputy Commissioners shall not be diluted in any manner; c. Any person violating these measures will be liable to be proceeded against as per provisions of the Disaster Management Act, 2005 besides legal action under Section 188 of the IPC and other legal provisions. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | All | 31-08-2020 |
| Odisha | Odisha State Pollution Control Board Notifies Guidelines For Handling, Collection, Transportation And Disposal Of Biomedical Waste Generated From Covid-19 Affected Persons; Casts Compliance Obligations On Laboratories, Health Care Establishments (Hces) /Sample Collection Centres/ Quarantine Centres / Isolation Wards/ Home Cares | 01-08-2020 | The Odisha State Pollution Control Board (OSPCB) has issued guidelines consisting of DOs and DONTs for all Health Care Establishments (HCEs) / Quarantine centres/ Isolation wards/ Home cares/ Sample collection centres/ Laboratories with regards to handling, collection, transportation and disposal of biomedical waste generated from COVID-19 affected persons. Key Compliance Obligations Some of the responsibilities of Healthcare Facilities are mentioned below: 1. Keep separate colour coded bins / bags / containers in wards and maintain proper segregation of waste as per Bio-Medical Waste Management Rules, 2016 and Central Pollution Control Board, Delhi guidelines dated 18th April, 2020 for COVID-19 waste. Note: The BMW Rules and CPCB guidelines may be accessed at SPCB website at www.ospcboard.org. 2. double layered bags (using two bags, one inserted in others) should be used to ensure that there is no leakage while collecting of Bio Medical waste from COVID-19 patients; 3. Collect and store COVID-19 waste in a designated area separately, prior to handing over the same to the Common Biomedical Waste Treatment Waste Facility (CBWTF); 4. Bags/ containers used for collecting Bio-Medical Waste from COVID-19 wards should be labelled as "COVID- 19" waste to identify the waste easily by CBWTF for priority treatment and immediate disposal; 5. Biomedical waste collected in isolation wards can be lifted directly from there by CBWTF collection van; 6. Separate record of Bio-Medical waste generated from COVID-19 isolation ward shall be maintained; 7. The (inner and outer) surface of containers / bins / trolleys used for storage of COVID- 19 bio-medical waste should be disinfected with 1% Sodium Hypochlorite Solution on a daily basis; 8. Opening or operation of COVID-19 ward and COVID ICU ward in Odisha, should be reported to State Pollution Control Board (SPCB) and respective CBWTDF located in the area; 9. Dedicated sanitation workers should be deputed separately for Bio-Medical Waste and General Solid Waste; 10. Persons operating the quarantine camps/ centers should call the CBWTF operator to collect, treat and dispose the Bio-Medical Waste as and when it gets generated; 11. Collect used PPEs such as goggles, face-shield, splash proof apron, Plastic Coverall. Hazmet suit, nitrile gloves into Red bag; 12. Collect used masks (including triple layer mask, N95 mask, etc.), head cover/cap, shoe-cover, disposable linen Gown, non-plastic or semi-plastic coverall in Yellow bags; 13. Feces from COVID-19 confirmed patient, who is unable to use toilets and excreta are to be collected in a diaper, must be treated as biomedical waste and should be placed in yellow bag / container. Responsibility of Quarantine Centres/ Camps: Collect the Biomedical waste generated (if any) separately in yellow coloured bags provided by ULBs. Call the CBWTF operator to collect as and when it gets generated or hand over to the authorized waste collectors engaged by Local bodies. Responsibility at Public: Keep used masks and gloves generated from home quarantine or other households in a paper bag for a minimum of 72 hours prior to disposal of the same as general waste. It is advisable to cut the masks prior to disposal to prevent reuse. DONTs for Healthcare facilities and CBWTF: 1. Don't mix COVID-19 biomedical waste with any types of waste. 2. Don' t get exposed to COVID- 19 Biomedical waste without adequate PPE. Don' t store COVID- 19 Biomedical waste more than 24 hours. 3. Don' t allow any worker showing symptoms of illness to work at HCFs & CBWTFs. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | Healthcare, Isolation and quarantine facilities, Common Biomedical Waste Treatment Facility | No end date specified |
| Gujarat | Cm, Gujarat Increases Fine For Not Wearing Mask Or For Spitting In Public Places To Rs. 500/- From Rs. 200/-; W.E.F. August 1, 2020 | 31-07-2020 | The Chief Minister (CM) of Gujarat has, in a recent media publication informed that effective from August 1, 2020 a fine of Rs. 500/- will be imposed on persons for not wearing masks or spitting in public places. The present fine for such offences in Rs. 200/- The CM has also made provision for the availability of from AMUL Parlours across the state with each simple mask to cost only Rs. 2/- and pack of 5 can be availed at Rs. 10/-. | Mandatory | Individuals | No end date specified |
| Tamil Nadu | Tamil Nadu Government Issues Guidelines To Implement Extension Of Lockdown In The State Till 31St August, 2020; Private Offices, Industrial Establishments And Eous Permitted To Function With 75 Percent Employee Strength | 31-07-2020 | The Tamil Nadu Government issued guidelines for extending the lockdown in the State till 31st August, 2020 . Permitted Activities The following activities have been permitted along with the existing permitted activities since 1st August, 2020 in all the areas under the jurisdiction of Greater Chennai Police (Except in Containment Zones): 1. Private offices, industrial establishments: i. All Private offices, industrial establishments and Export oriented units which were allowed to function with 50% of strength, have now been allowed to function with 75% of strength. ii. However, work from home shall be encouraged to the extent possible. 2. E- commerce: E-Commerce including delivery of essential and non-essential goods shall be permitted; 3. Restaurants and Tea shops: i. Restaurants and Tea shops have been permitted to function with dine-in facilities at 50% of seating capacity while adhering to the Standard Operating Procedures issued earlier, from 6.00 am to 7.00 pm. However, air conditioning may not be used. ii. Take away (Parcel food) will be permitted in the Hotels / Restaurants from 6.00 am to 9.00 pm as allowed prior to 31st July, 2020. 4. Religious Places: i. Following the Standard Operating Procedures issued already, only in Small Temples with annual income of less than Rs.10000/-, Small mosques, darghas, churches and other religious places in Village Panchayats, Town Panchayats and in Municipality will be allowed for public worship with prior permission of concerned District Collectors; ii. Big places of Worship and Religious Places in Corporation areas would remain closed for public worship. 5. Vegetable shops and Provision shops: i. Vegetable shops and Provision shops which were permitted to function from 6:00 am to 6:00 pm, will now be permitted to function from 6.00 am to 7.00 pm; ii. Other shops which were permitted to function from 10.00 am. to 6.00 pm, will now be permitted to function from 10.00 am to 7.00 pm; 6. Use of Aarogya Setu: i. With a view to ensuring safety in offices and work places, employers on best effort basis to ensure that Aarogya Setu is installed by all employees with compatible mobile phones; ii. District authorities may advise individuals to install the Aarogya Setu application on compatible mobile phones and regularly update their health status on the app. This will facilitate timely provision of medical attention to those individuals who are at risk; Restricted Activities: The following activities will continue to remain prohibited until further orders, during the lockdown period throughout the State till 31st August, 2020: i. All international air travel of passengers, except for purposes as permitted by MHA; ii. All religious places/places of worship in All Corporation areas and big religious places/ places of worship throughout the State will be closed for public worship. Religious congregations are strictly prohibited; iii. Metro rail services and suburban train services; iv. Inter-State Public and Private bus Transport and intra State Private and public bus transport. v. Tourists travel to tourist places like Nilgiris District, Kodaikanal and Yercaud will be prohibited; vi. Hotels and other hospitality services, except those meant for housing all Government officials including Health, Police and persons from other States for quarantine facilities; vii. Shopping malls; viii. Schools, colleges, educational / training / coaching institutions etc. will remain closed. Online / distance learning shall continue to be permitted and be encouraged; ix. All Cinema halls, gymnasiums, swimming pools, entertainment parks, theatres, bars, auditoriums, assembly halls, Beaches, Tourist places, Zoos, Museums and similar places. Sports complex and stadia will be permitted to open without spectators. x. All social / political / sports / entertainment / academic / cultural / religious functions / other gatherings and large congregations. 1. Operation of Buses:- Operation of both private and Government buses within the districts will remain suspended from 1st August, 2020 to 31st August, 2020 throughout the State. 2. E-pass system: E-Pass system will continue to be in force for both inter state and inter-district travel. 3. Restrictions for Marriages and Funerals:- i. Marriage related gathering: Number of guests not to exceed 50. ii. Funeral/last rites related gathering: Number of persons not to exceed 20. Miscellaneous: 1. Independence day functions: As per Government of India Guidelines, Independence day functions will be celebrated throughout the State with social distancing and by following other health protocols such as wearing of masks. 2. Protection of vulnerable persons: Persons above 65 years of age, persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women, and children below the age of 10 years are advised to stay at home, except for essential and health purposes. Penal provisions Any person violating these measures will be liable to be proceeded against as per the provisions of Section 51 to 60 of the Disaster Management Act, 2005, besides legal action under Section 188 of the IPC, and other legal provisions as applicable. Note: Extracts of the penal provisions have been provided in Annexure I of the appended Order. Further, the Order also lays down the following in consonance with the Order dated 29th July, 2020 issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs: 1. National Directives for COVID-19 Management 2. Additional Directives for work places 3. General Guidelines For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | All | 31-08-2020 |
| Central | Sebi Allows Certifications Through Digital Signature For Any Authentication / Certification Of Any Filing / Submission Under The Lodr Regulations Till 31St December, 2020 | 31-07-2020 | In a Circular dated 31st July, 2020, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has informed that the timeline for authentication / certification of any filing / submission made to stock exchanges under the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 (LODR Regulations) using digital signature certifications has been extended till 31st December, 2020. The Circular applies to filings / submissions made from 1st July, 2020. Stock Exchanges are advised to bring the provisions of this circular to the notice of all listed entities and also disseminate on their websites. Background: Previously, in a Circular dated 17th April, 2020 SEBI had permitted the use of digital signature certifications for authentication / certification of filings / submissions made under the LODR Regulations, to the Stock Exchanges, till 30th June, 2020. Now, the said timeline is being extended till 31st December, 2020. | Mandatory | Listed Companies | 31-12-2020 |
| Nagaland | Directorate Of Health And Family Welfare, Nagaland Fixes Charge For Covid-19 Testing Through Truenat In The State At Rs. 1,500/- | 31-07-2020 | The Directorate of Health and Family Welfare, Nagaland in an Order dated 31st July, 2020 has fixed the charge which Registered Private Labs and Hospitals win the State can charge for COVID-19 Testing through Truenat at Rs. 1,500/-. Additionally, Private Labs and Hospitals are free to test individuals in accordance with Indian Council of Medical Research Guidelines. | Mandatory | Private Labs, Hospitals | No end date specified |
| Chandigarh | State Disaster Management Authority, Chandigarh Isses Guidelines / Clarification For Containing The Spread Of Covid-19; Violators Will Be Punishable Under Disaster Management Act, 2005 And Section 188 Of Ipc | 31-07-2020 | The State Executive Committee of State Disaster Management Authority, Chandigarh by an Order dated 31st July, 2020 has issued orders/guidelines that will remain in force upto 31st August, 2020 in the entire Union Territory of Chandigarh. The following directions are issued for containing the spread of COVID-19 in the city - 1. Sukhna Lake will remain closed on weekends. Entry of all visitors will remain banned on Saturdays and Sundays. 2. Odd-even system in certain specific congested markets will be re-introduced from time to time as per recommendations of the Committee. 3. All markets will close by 8 PM, except for the eating establishments, which can remain open till 9 PM. However, the exemption to essential shops such as medicine shops etc. will continue. 4. The curfew period from 10 PM to 5 AM will continue. Any violation will be punishable under provisions of the Disaster Management Act, 2005 apart from action under Section 188 of IPC and other legal provisions. | Mandatory | All | 31-08-2020 |
| Meghalaya | Meghalaya Government Rolls Out State Guidelines / Directions Further To Centre'S Unlock 3 Order | 31-07-2020 | The Government of Meghalaya in pursuance to the Ministry of Home Affairs Order (Unlock 3) has notified the following - 1. All activities permitted earlier vide an Order dated 1st July, 2020 will continue to be permitted in areas outside the containment zones. 2. All the entry points of the State located at Byrnihat, Ratacherra, Bajengdoba, Tikkrikkilla, Mirjumla and Hallidayganj will be operational for movement of persons also w.e.f. 1st August, 2020. Inter-state movement of persons will continue to be regulated as per SOPs issued. 3. Directions w.r.t. Containment zones notified by Deputy Commissioners - a. Lockdown will continue to remain in force in Containment Zones till further orders; b. Only essential activities will be permitted in such zones; c. Movement of people in and out of these zones is strictly prohibited except for medical emergencies and for maintaining supply of essential goods and services; d. There will be intensive contact tracing and surveillance in these Zones. 4. Night curfew will be in place from 9 AM to 5 PM for prohibiting movement of persons. 5. All permitted activities will have to adhere to the guidelines of the MHA and protocols issued by the Government of Meghalaya. 6. Deputy Commissioners will regulate the schedule and timing of operations. They may restrict the activities depending on the local situation and to meet the social distancing norms. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Gujarat | Gujarat Govt. Increases Fine For Not Wearing Mask/Spitting In Public Places To Rs. 500/- From Rs. 200/-; W.E.F. August 1, 2020 | 31-07-2020 | The Chief Minister (CM) of Gujarat has, in a recent media publication informed that effective August 1, 2020 a fine of Rs. 500/- will be imposed on persons for not wearing masks or spitting in public places. Currently the fine is Rs. 200/-. The CM has made arrangement for making masks available from every AMUL Parlour across the State with each simple mask coming at a cost of only Rs. 2/- and pack of 5 can be availed at a cost of Rs. 10/-. | Mandatory | Individuals | No end date specified |
| Central | Fssai Extends Certain Relaxations For Fbos Till 31St December, 2020; Timelines For E-Inspections Of Fbos And Operation Of Food Businesses Basis On Application For License/Registration Extended | 31-07-2020 | The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has in an Order dated 31st July, 2020, extended the i. timeline for processing of FSSAI license/registration applications by way of e-inspection during the period of lockdown till 31st December, 2020 FSSAI had, in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, in an Order dated 31st March, 2020, decided to consider e-inspections in place of physical inspections for processing the license/registration applications. Subsequently, in an Order dated 19th June, 2020 FSSAI had extended the timeline for processing of FSSAI license/registration applications by way of e-inspection till 31st July, 2020. Now, the timeline for such relaxation has been further extended till 31st December, 2020. ii. timeline of the relaxation for Food Business Operators (FBOs) to operate their food businesses, during the period of lockdown, basis only the application for license/registration To ensure uninterrupted food services/supply during lockdown, FSSAI had, in an Order dated 31st March, 2020, allowed FBOs, other than manufacturers, who are allowed to operate during the lockdown, to temporarily operate their food businesses on the basis of valid receipt of FSSAI license/registration application containing the 17-digit Application Reference Number generated on the Food Licensing and Registration System. Now, the FSSAI has issued the current Order to extend the timeline for FBOs to operate their food businesses, basis only the application for FSSAI license/registration, till 31st December, 2020 FSSAI has also extended the date of submission of returns by license food businesses involved in manufacturing/processing and importing of food products as follows: i. Annual Returns for the Financial Year 2019-2020 - from 31st May, 2020 to 31st December, 2020 ii. the Half-Yearly return for the period from October, 2019 to March, 2020 from 30 April, 2020 to 31st December, 2020 iii. the Half-Yearly return for the period from April, 2020 to September, 2020 - from 31st October, 2020 till 31st December, 2020 Please refer to the appended document for details. Source: Food Safety and Standards Authority of India | Mandatory | Food Business Operators | 31-12-2020 |
| Central | Fssai Extends Grace Period For Fbos To Apply For Renewal Fo License/Registration Without Late Fee Till 31St December, 2020 | 31-07-2020 | The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has, in an Order dated 31st July, 2020, extended the grace period for Food Business Operators (FBOs), whose license/registration has expired/is expiring between 22nd March, 2020 to 31st July, 2020, to apply for renewal of FBO lisence/registration without any late fee from 31st July, 2020 till 31st December, 2020. FSSAI has also informed that such relaxation will also be applicable to FBOs, whose license/registration has expired/is expiring between 1st August, 2020 till 31st December, 2020. FSSAI has clarified that this Order will be effective prospectively; and no claim for refund of late fee paid for already applied renewal applications will admissible. All such FSSAI license/registrations will be deemed to be valid in the interim period. Please refer to the appended document for details. Source: Food Safety and Standards Authority of India | Mandatory | Food Business Operators | 31-12-2020 |
| Jammu And Kashmir | Jammu And Kashmir Extends Validity Of The Guidelines/Instructions Issued By The Jammu And Kashmir Government Relating To Lockdown Measures In The Union Territory, Till 5Th August, 2020 | 31-07-2020 | The Department of Disaster Management, Relief, Rehabilitation and Reconstruction, Jammu and Kashmir (Department) has in an Order dated 31st July, 2020, informed that the guidelines/instructions issued by the Jammu and Kashmir Government in the Orders dated 3rd July, 2020 relating to lockdown measures in the Union Territory, will continue to remain valid in Jammu and Kashmir till 5th August, 2020. Please refer to the appended documents for details. Source: Department of Disaster Management, Relief, Rehabilitation and Reconstruction, Jammu and Kashmir | Mandatory | All | 05-08-2020 |
| Madhya Pradesh | Kill Corona Campaign-Ii To Be Organised In Madhya Pradesh From Aug 1 To Aug 14; Directions On Activities Not Permitted In The State | 31-07-2020 | The Government of Madhya Pradesh has organised "Kill Corona Campaign-II" in the State since 1st August, 2020 till 14th August, 2020. During this campaign, people will be made aware about wearing masks / face cover, social distancing and avoiding large gatherings. In this regard some instructions are also issued - 1. During this period, public representatives will not conduct any tours along with inaugurations, laying foundation stones etc. These activities may be conducted through video conferencing so that proper social distancing is maintained; 2. All types of political rallies will be banned during this period. However, public representatives may organise virtual rallies; 3. Public representatives may meet the general public at their office or residence for addressing any problem/complaint, but not more than 5 people should be allowed at a time; 4. Everyone should follow the rules for mask and social distancing, not following this will attract fine and legal action against the violator; 5. Home Department will act as nodal department for monitoring and coordinating during this campaign. Urban Development, Panchayat and Rural Development, Health and Family Welfare and Medical Education Department will also assist during this campaign; 6. For people who do not wear masks, the Medical Department will follow the proceedings as per "Roko-Toko" and campaign "Ek mask anek zindagi" will be practised. 7. Any kind of lockdown order at District level will not be issued without prior permission of the Home Department. Please note that the Order is in Vernacular and we have translated it to the best of our understanding. Once an official translation is available, we will update in case there is a requirement. | Mandatory | All | 14-08-2020 |
| Punjab | Department Of Home Affairs & Justice, Punjab, Issues Guidelines For The Phased Reopening (Unlock 3) To Be Implemented In The State From 1St August, 2020 To 31St August, 2020. | 31-07-2020 | The Department of Home Affairs & Justice, Punjab, has in a Circular dated 31st July, 2020, issued Guidelines for the phased reopening (Unlock 3) to be implemented in the State from 1st August, 2020 to 31st August, 2020. Key highlights: 1. The following activities shall not be permitted outside the Containment Zones - (i) Schools, colleges, educational and coaching institutions will remain closed till 31st August, 2020. On-line/distance learning will continue to be permitted and be encouraged (ii) International air travel of passengers, except as permitted by Ministry of Home Affairs (iii) Metro rail (iv) Cinema halls, swimming pools, entertainment parks, theatres, bars, auditoriums, assembly halls and similar places. (v) Social/political/sports/entertainment/academic/cultural/religious functions and other large congregations. 2. Only essential activities shall be permitted in the Containment Zones 3. Movement of individuals for all the non-essential activities shall remain prohibited between 11.00 pm to 5.00 am throughout the State. However, essential activities including operation of multiple shifts, movement of persons and goods on National and State Highways and unloading of cargo and travel of person; to their destinations after disembarking from buses, trains and aeroplanes will be permitted. 4. The persons above 65 years of age, persons with cc-morbidity, pregnant women and children below the age of 10 years have been advised to stay at home except for essential requirements and for health purposes. 5. The following social activities may be permitted: (i) Marriage related gatherings Number of guests must not exceed 30 (ii) Funeral/last rites Number of persons must not exceed 20 6. Spitting in public places is completely prohibited and punishable with fine. 7. Consumption of liquor, pan, gutka, tobacco etc. in public places is prohibited. However, there will be no restriction or their sale. 8. Places of worship/religious places shall remain open only between 5 am to 8 pm. 9. Restaurants are allowed to remain open till 10pm with 50% occupancy or 50 guests, whichever is less. Liquor can be served provided the restaurant has a valid permission from the Excise Department. However, bars shall remain closed. 10. On Sundays, shops (other than those dealing it essential commodities) and shopping malls shall remain closed. 11. Industries & industrial establishments, construction activities etc. allowed. 12. Social distancing i.e. minimum 6 feet distance (do gaz ki duri) for all the activities have to be maintained. 13. Wearing of masks by all persons in public places, including work places etc. will be mandatory and must be strictly observed and enforced. 14. Employers are advised to ensure that Arogaya Setu is installed by all the employees having compatible mobile phones. Please refer to the appended documents for further details. Source: Department of Home Affairs & Justice, Punjab | Mandatory | All | 31-08-2020 |
| Himachal Pradesh | Government Of Himachal Pradesh Notifies Guidelines For Implementation Of Phased Re-Opening Of Activities (Unlock 3) With Modifications/ Restrictions; Extends Lockdown In Containment Zones Upto 31St August, 2020 | 31-07-2020 | The Government of Himachal Pradesh has notified the implementation of MHA Unlock 3.0 guidelines issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs with certain restrictions: The lockdown in Containment Zones has now been extended till 31st August, 2020 and new guidelines on opening up of activities has been issued. 1. General Directions a. Religious places/places of worship will be opened only as per the SOPs issued by the Department of Language, Art and Culture, HP; b. Tourism units will be opened and operated as per SOPs issued by the Department of Tourism; c. Restaurant/Dhabas can operate in accordance with SOPs issued by Department of Tourism from time to time; d. Yoga institutes and gyms will be allowed to function from 5th August 2020 as per SOPs issued by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. 2. Independence Day Functions - Independence Day functions at National, State, District, Sub-Division, Municipal and Panchayat levels and 'At Home' functions, wherever held will be allowed with social distancing and by following health protocols. 3. Movement by passenger trains and Shramik special trains; domestic passenger air travel; movement of Indian Nationals stranded outside the country and of specified persons to travel abroad; evacuation of foreign nationals; and sign-on and sign-off to Indian seafarers will continue to be regulated as per SOPs issued. 4. Contact tracing and monitoring the spread of COVID-19 a. All inter-State movement to the State will be monitored through registration in COVID e-pass software (http://covid19epass.hp.gov.in) so that contact tracing is made easier if a positive COVID-19 case is detected; b. The labour brought from outside the State will also have to be registered in COVID e-pass software; c. Persons arriving to the state or entering the state through rail and air route will also have to register; d. Daily/weekend commuters such as industrialists, traders, etc. may enter and exit the State by providing their information to the Deputy Commissioners concerned. Those who have already obtained permission in this regard will not have to take permission again; e. Members of Armed Forces and Central Paramilitary Forces coming to the State or crossing through the State to join their duties can pass through the State by showing their Identitity Card without registration in the e-pass software; f. People coming from other states will have to strictly adhere to the prevailing guidelines/SOPs issued by the State Government. 5. Public Transport and Movement of Vehicles a. Inter-state movement of public transport buses will remain prohibited. Taxis can ply with registration on the e-pass software. A taxi driver coming into the State for dropping will be exempted from quarantine if he returns back within 24 hours of the entry; b. Pass free inter-district movement of public transport buses, private vehicles, taxis and autos will be allowed; c. Stage Carrier Public Transport (HRTC and Private Buses) will be allowed to operate with adequate measures for containment of COVID-19; d. The public transport taxis and private vehicles may ply on roads during permitted hours. 6. Quarantine requirements a. The quarantine period of returnees to the State will be as per the guidelines issued by the Department of Health and Family Welfare, Himachal Pradesh from time to time; b. All persons coming from high load COVID-19 infected cities will be institutionally quarantined. Home quarantine is permitted for exceptional compelling reasons such as cases of human distress, pregnancy, death in family, serious illness and parents accompanied by children below the age of 10 years; c. Asymptomatic persons coming from all other states/cities will be home quarantined as per guidelines issued from time to timre; d. People coming from abroad will be quarantined as per guidelines issued by Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India; e. All symptomatic and persons with ILI symptoms will be kept at institutional quarantine facilities; f. Educational institutions may not be used as quarantine centres as far as possible. Preference may be given to community buildings, hotels, guest houses etc.; g. The students/candidates and the accompanying parents/wards moving out/into the state due to competitive exams will have no quarantine if they exit or re-enter the state within a period of 72 hours. The Admit Card issued by the examination authority will be a valid document to enter and exit the state and no seperate registration will be required by the them. During their visit to the State for exam, they can stay in local hotels/units registered with HP Tourism Department. Any student staying in a containment zone and having no symptoms of COVID-19 will be allowed to move to appear in the examination with due notification to the authority that is conducting the exam; h. Those asking for better facilities other than identified by the District Administration will be quarantined in paid facilities pre-identified by the Authority; i. Labourers brought from outside the state will be quarantined as per guidelines and will be allowed to work only after completing the quarantine period or testing negative; j. Industrialists, traders, raw material suppliers, service providers, inspecting authorities covered under relevant SOPs are exempted from Home Quarantine; k. Persons visiting the state for bonafide purpose of trade, business, job, project, marriage etc. with supporting documents and not coming from high load cities will be exempted from quarantine; l. Daily/weekend commuters into the State may also be exempted from quarantine. However, it will be individual's personal responsibility to report at the health facility in case of flu/ILI symptoms; m. The residents of the State exiting the State to visit other States for short duration for medical, business, office pupose and coming back to the State within 48 hours may be exempted from quarantine provided they are asymptomatic; n. Any person or tourists with valid booking for duration less than 5 days and having testing negative for COVID-19 through RT-PCR test by ICMR approved lab not early than 72 hours at the time of entry will be exempted from quarantine; o. Any person who has fully recovered from COVID-19 infection and possesses COVID-19 negative report issued through RT-PCT test by approved ICMR lab on entering the State may also be exempted from the purview of quarantine. 7. Individuals are advised to install Aarogya Setu App on their phones and regularly update their health status. Employers have to ensure that this app is installed by all employees in an office/workplace. 8. National Directives for COVID-19 Management to be followed by all in addition to the following directions - a. All project proponents, industrialists, contractors, orchardists, agriculturists etc. will ensure that their workers maintain social distancing and take preventive measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19 in workplace and residential settings; b. All non-essential travels, physical interactions and visits to public places/establishments shall be discouraged; c. All head of Offices/Institutions to take steps to reduce overcrowding and maintain social distancing. Use of online platforms will be encouraged and preference will be given to hold review meetings through web based systems. 9. Community awareness - a. Proper awareness campaign to be ensured so that people get to know basic hygiene and safety measures; b. NGOs, CBOs and other voluntary organisations to be encouraged to take up this matter and spread the message. 10. Any person violating these measures will be liable to be proceeded against as per provisions of the Disaster Management Act, 2005 besides legal action under Section 188 of the IPC and other legal provisions. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | All | 31-08-2020 |
| Bihar | District Magistrate Of East Champaran In Motihari Issues Order Regarding Operation Of Certain Shops/Establishments; Private Offices Allowed To Operate (With 50% Employees) On Monday, Wednesday And Friday Between 6 Am To 2 Pm | 31-07-2020 | The District Magistrate of East Champaran in Motihari has issued an Order to regulate the timing of operation of certain shops / establishments as well as vehicles. The following shops / establishments will be open on the following days 1. All health institutions/establishments related to healthcare (clinics, hospitals, dispensaries, etc.) along with petrol pumps and garages and motor parts shops on National Highway will remain open 24x7 on all days; 2. Shops for fruit and vegetables, milk and dairy, garages and gas agencies will remain open on a daily basis between 6 am till 5 pm; 3. Restaurant / dhaba have been permitted for only takeaway / delivery on a daily basis from 6 am till 8 pm; 4. Meat / fish, agricultural products, pesticides, sweet shops will open only on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday between 6 am till 2 pm; 5. All other types of shops and private offices may operate (with 50% employees) on Monday, Wednesday and Friday between 6 am till 2 pm. Some points to note 1. It will be mandatory for shop owners and consumers to wear masks and follow social distancing at all times; 2. Transport vehicles, ambulances, essential/emergency services and Government vehicles can be operated 24x7. However, operation of private and public vehicles will be between 6 AM till 9 PM. Only one person is allowed on a two wheeler and four persons are allowed (including driver) and two in rickshaw/tempo. 3. On Thursdays and Sundays, the operation of motorcycles will be completely banned in the entire District. Government Officials with valid ID cards may use motorcycles. People with health reasons may also use motorcycles. 4. Any person violating this Order will be liable to be proceeded against as per provisions of the Disaster Management Act, 2005 besides legal action under Section 188 of the IPC and other legal provisions. Please note that the Order is in Vernacular and we have translated it to the best of our understanding. Once an official translation is available, we will update in case there is a requirement. | Mandatory | All | 16-08-2020 |
| Karnataka | Karnataka Government Re-Opens More Activities Outside The Containment Zones And Extends Lockdown In Containment Zones Up To 31.08.2020 | 31-07-2020 | In line with the National Unlock 3.0 issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs, the Government of Karnataka has implemented Guidelines for Phased Re-opening (Unlock 3) which has taken effect from 01-08-2020 and will be in force including and up to 31.08.2020. l. Activities permitted during Unlock 3 period outside Containment Zones In areas outside Containment Zones, all activities will be permitted, except the following: (i) Schools, colleges, educational and coaching institutions will remain closed till 31st August, 2020. Online/distance learning will continue to be permitted and will be encouraged. (ii) Cinema halls, swimming pools, entertainment parks, theatres, bars, auditoriums, assembly halls and similar places. Yoga institutes and gymnasiums will be allowed to function from 5th August 2020 for which, Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) will be issued by the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare (MoHFW) and Department of Health and Family Welfare, Govt. of Karnataka. (iii) International air travel of passengers, except as permitted by MIIA. (iv) Metro Rail. (v) Social/ Political / sports/ entertainment/ academic/ cultural /religious functions and other large congregations 2. Lockdown limited to Containment Zones (i) Lockdown shall continue to remain in force in the Containment Zones till 31st August,2020 (ii) Containment Zones will be demarcated by the BBMP/District authorities after taking into consideration the guidelines of Ministry of Health & Family Welfare (MoHFW) and Department of Health & Family Welfare, Govt. of Karnataka with the objective of effectively breaking the chain of transmission. (iii)In the Containment Zones, only essential activities will be allowed. There will be strict perimeter control to ensure that there is no movement of people in or out of these zones, except for medical emergencies and for maintaining supply of essential goods and services. In the Containment Zones, there shall be intensive contact tracing, house-to-house surveillance, and other clinical interventions, as required. (iv) Activities in the Containment Zones shall be monitored strictly by the BBMP/District authorities, and the guidelines related to containment measures in these zones shall be strictly implemented. (v) BBMP/Districts may also identify Buffer Zones outside the Containment Zones, where new cases are more likely to occur. Within the buffer zones, restrictions as considered necessary may be put in place by the BBMP District authorities. 3. People coming to Karnataka State from other States must strictly adhere to the prevailing Guidelines/SOPs issued by Department of Health and Family Welfare and Revenue Department. Movement by passenger trains and Shramik special trains; domestic passenger air travel; movement of Indian Nationals stranded outside the country and of specified persons to travel abroad; evacuation of foreign nationals; and sign-on and sign-off of Indian seafarers will continue to be regulated as per SOPs issued by Ministry of Home Affairs and other concerned Ministries. 4. Use of Aarogya Setu With a view to ensuring safety in offices and work places, employers on best effort basis should ensure that Aarogta Setu is installed by all employees having compatible mobile phones. 5. Additional directives for Workplaces i. Work from home (WFH): As far as possible the practice of WFH should be followed. ii. Staggering of work/business hours will be followed in offices, work places, shops, markets and industrial & commercial establishments. iii. Screening & hygiene: Provision for thermal scanning, hand wash or sanitizer will be made at all entry points and hand wash or sanitizer at exit points and common areas. iv. Frequent sanitization of entire workplace, common facilities and all points which come into human contact, eg, door handles, etc., will be ensured, including between shifts. v.Social distancing: All persons in charge of work places will ensure adequate distance between workers, adequate gaps between shifts, staggering the lunch breaks of staff, etc Any person violating these measures will be liable to be proceeded against as per the provisions of the Disaster Management Act, 2005, besides legal action under Section 188 of the Indian Penal Code. | Mandatory | All | 31.08.2020 |
| Puducherry | Puducherry Issues Mha Unlock 3 Guidelines For Puducherry And Karaikal Region (Mahe And Yanam Regions Excluded); Lists Out Activities Which Are Part Of The Phased Re-Opening Under The Guidelines; Effective Since 1St August, 2020 Till 31St August, 2020 | 31-07-2020 | Government of Puducherry has issued Unlock 3 guidelines for Puducherry and Karaikal region (Mahe and Yanam regions excluded), with effect since 1st August, 2020 till 31st August, 2020. With a view to curb the spread of COVID-19, the Puducherry Government has issued the following guidelines 1. Night Curfew imposed from 10 pm to 5 am till 31st August, 2020 for all type of movements except for those specifically permitted. Note: Night Curfew is not applicable for travellers those who are in transit. 2. Installation of Aarogya Setu App a. Employers to ensure on best effort basis that Aarogya Setu App is installed by all employees having compatible mobile phones; b. Individuals have been advised to regularly update their health status on the app, which shall facilitate timely provision of medical attention to those at risk. 3. The following restrictions in Puducherry and Karaikal region (except Mahe and Yanam) will be in force - a. All shops and establishments (including petrol pumps, milk booths, dining in hotels and restaurants) will function between 6 am till 9 pm only; b. Liquor shops will open as per license condition and will close by 9 pm; c. Whole sale and retail shops/pharmacies are permitted to be open without any restriction. Furthermore, there shall be restriction on inter-State / inter-District movement of persons without separate permission / approval / e-permit. 4. In areas outside the Containment Zones, all activities are allowed except the following a. International air travel of passengers except as permitted by MHA; b. School, colleges, educational and coaching institutions will remain closed till 31st August, 2020. Online / distance learning will continue to be permitted and continue to be encouraged; c. Cinema halls, swimming pools, entertainment parks, theatres, bars, auditoriums, assembly halls and similar places; d. Social / Political / Sports / Entertainment / Academic / Cultural / Religious functions and other large congregations. 5. Lockdown in Containment Zones a. Lockdown will continue to be implemented in Containment Zones till 31st August, 2020; b. In Containment Zones only essential activities will be allowed. There will be strict perimeter control to ensure that there is no movement of people except for medical emergencies and for maintaining supply of essential goods and services; c. Containment zones will be demarcated by the District Authorities after considering the guidelines of MoHFW so as to break the chain of transmission; d. Activities in Containment Zones will be strictly monitored and buffer zones outside these zones will be identified by the Duty Magistrate-cum-Incident Commanders; 6. Independence Day functions at National, State, District, Sub-Division, Municipal and Panchayat levels and 'At Home' functions, wherever held will be allowed with social distancing and by following health protocols. MHA letter no 2 / 5 / 2020 Public dated 20.07.2020 is to be adhered to in this regard. 7. Some points to note a. Movement by passenger trains and Shramik special trains; domestic passenger air travel; movement of Indian Nationals stranded outside the country and of specified persons to travel abroad; evacuation of foreign nationals; and sign-on and sign-off to Indian seafarers will continue to be regulated as per SOPs issued; b. Persons above the age of 65 years, persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women and children below the age of 10 years are advised to stay at home except for essential and health purposes; c. Guidelines issued by MHA under Disaster Management Act, 2005 shall not be diluted in any manner; d. Any person violating these measures will be liable to be proceeded against as per provisions of the Disaster Management Act, 2005 besides legal action under Section 188 of the IPC and other legal provisions. For a detailed read on National Directives for COVID-19 Management and the offences and penalties for violation of lockdown Order, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | All | 31-08-2020 |
| Rajasthan | Rajasthan Government Notifies Guidelines For Implementing Phased Re-Opening Of Activities (Unlock 3) In The State; Lockdown Extended In Containment Zones Till 31St August, 2020 | 31-07-2020 | The Rajasthan Government has issued an Order containing guidelines for phased re-opening of activities (Unlock 3) in the State. The guidelines are effective since August 1st to August 31st, 2020. Permitted Activities: All activities that were permitted by previous Orders dated May 31st, 2020 and subsequent Addendum dated 6th June, 2020 & 30th June, 2020 will continue to be permitted with the restrictions / precautions specified therein. Additionally, the following activities are permitted subject to specific conditions: 1. Shops: Small shops must not have more than 2 customers at a time and larger shops must not have more than 5 customers at a time (depending upon space available), and ensure that adequate physical distance is maintained between customers. 2. Yoga Institutes and Gymnasiums: Yoga institutes and gymnasiums have been permitted to operate since 5th August, 2020 subject to Guidelines issued by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. 3. Independence Day Functions: Independence Day functions at District, Sub-Division, Municipal and Panchayat levels, will be allowed subject to following of health protocols like sanitization of the public space to be used for the function, ensuring social distancing and wearing of masks. 4. Places of worship: i. Small places of worship (temple, masjid, gurudwara etc.) in rural areas, which used to have an average daily visit of up to 50 persons per day, prior to the lockdown may continue to be opened subject to specific conditions such as social distancing, staggering of entry of people and wearing of masks inside the premises. ii. MoHFW SOP dated June 4, 2020 to be complied with in the small places of worship; ii. AII other places of religious worship viz. temples, mosques, churches, gurudwaras etc. will be permitted to open from September 01st, 2020 with certain conditions / protocol. Separate guidelines will be issued for that, subsequently. Violation of the above-mentioned is punishable with heavy fine. Movement of people / transport / passes: i. There is no restriction on inter-State and intra-State movement of persons and goods; ii. All commercial passenger transport vehicles - bus, taxi, cab aggregators (Ola/Uber etc.) auto rickshaw, cycle rickshaw - are also permitted to ply subject to ensuring proper sanitization of the seats and touch points before and after each journey and other safety precautions; iii. Public City Transport as permitted earlier vide Order dated 22nd July, 2020 shall continue to be effective; iii. The passengers travelling in any vehicle (personal or commercial) not to exceed the permitted seating capacity of the registered vehicle; iv. Movement by passengers trains and shramik special trains, domestic passengers air travel etc. will continue to be regulated by the SOPs issued by MHA, Government of India. Containment Zones and Curfew Areas: i. Such areas will be suitably earmarked and notified by the concerned District Collector; ii. There shall be strict perimeter control except for medical emergencies and for maintaining the supply of essential goods and services; iv. Prohibitory orders under Section 144 Cr.P.C will be issued by the concerned District Authority. No relaxations of any kind shall be permitted in the Containment Zones. Prohibited Activities: The following activities will be prohibited outside the Containment Zones: 1. Schools, colleges, educational and coaching institutions will remain closed till 31st August, 2020. Online/distance learning shall continue to be permitted; 2. Cinema halls, swimming pools, entertainment parks, theatres, bars, auditoriums, assembly halls and similar places shall remain closed; 3. International air travel of passengers shall only be, as permitted by MHA; 4. Metro Rail services shall remain closed; 5. Social / political / sports / entertainment / academic / cultural / religious functions and other large congregations will not be permitted. Furthermore, the Unlock 3 Guidelines also provide common safety precautions for: 1. Public Places: safety precautions include mandatory wearing of masks, social distancing, prohibition on consumption of gutkaa, pan etc 2. Workplaces safety precautions include promoting of work from home, staggering of work / business hours, frequent sanitisation, social distancing etc. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | All | 31-08-2020 |
| Mizoram | Mizoram Government Implements Unlock 3 Guidelines In The State In Consonance With The Mha Order Dated 29Th July, 2020; Issues Restrictions Till 31St August, 2020 | 31-07-2020 | The Government of Mizoram, in an Order dated 31st July, 2020 has informed that lockdown in the State will be implemented till 31st August, 2020 which has already gained effect on 1st August, 2020. The said order has been issued in consonance with the Central government Order dated 29th July. 2020. Please note that the Order is in vernacular and it has been translated to the best of our understanding. | Mandatory | All | 31-08-2020 |
| Jammu And Kashmir | Protocol For 100-Percent Covid-19 Antigen Testing Of All Incoming Passengers By Air/ Train/ Road And Quarantine Procedures Regarding The Same | 30-07-2020 | The Government of Jammu and Kashmir on 30th July, 2020 has issued instruction for mandatory, 100% COVID-19 antigen testing through RT-PCR or other tests for all incoming passengers/travellers by air/rail/road into the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir in order to prevent the spread of COVID-19 infection. As per existing instruction of the State Government, all incoming passengers were subject to 100% administrative/institutional or paid quarantine for 14 days till their antigen test results are negative after which they can be released for home quarantine but if test results are positive, the person is sent to a COVID hospital for recovery and treatment. The State Executive Committee, exercising its powers under the Disaster Management Act, 2005 has issued the following instructions in supersession of all previous orders/instructions/protocols in view to decrease the positivity rate among travellers - 1. All travellers arriving by air, rail or road into the UT of Jammu and Kashmir will be 100% tested for COVID-19 antigen using RT-PCR or Rapid Antigen Test or any other prescribed method; 2. All air and rail passengers who have a valid contactable mobile number with Aarogya Setu App installed on their phones will be sent for home quarantine for 14 days or till their test results are reported negative; 3. If such passengers do not have a valid contactable phone with Aarogya Setu App, they will be sent to Administrative/Institutional Quarantine or Paid Quarantine for 14 days or till their tests are reported negative, after which they will be sent for home quarantine; 4. In case a passenger is tested positive, the protocol with regard to COVID-19 positive patient will be followed; 5. The existing practise of 100% institutional/administrative/paid quarantine for 14 days of all passengers till test results are received will continue in case of road travellers who arrive in a regulated manner at Lakhanpur; 6. The following category of passengers arriving by means other than rail/air from outside the UT will be sampled on arrival and will be sent to home quarantine for 14 days, if they are tested positive the protocol for positive patients will be followed - a. Pregnant women in the last trimester, with doctor's certificate of pregnancy; b. Cancer patients on chemotherapy; c. Chronically ill/organ transplant/IVF patients discharged from a hospital after surgical procedure; d. Dialysis patients with doctor's certificate of being on dialysis; e. Mothers with infants below 1 year; f. Children below 10 years travelling alone without family member; g. Government of India personnel on bona fide government duty; h. Passengers with negative RT-PCR test certificate from ICMR approved laboratory/testing facility not older than 2 days (48 hours) before arrival date; i. Business travellers to Jammu and Kashmir on business/industrial visits with confirmed return tickets within 4 days, confirmed hotel reservation and a business ID; j. Business travellers to Jammu and Kashmir on business/industrial visits with an undertaking to return within 4 days, confirmed hotel reservation and a business ID; k. Ambulance drivers of Jammu and Kashmir dropping patients outside the UT, on their return, if their return after 36 hours. 7. Business travellers with confirmed air tickets and hotel reservation will proceed to their hotel directly from airport and restrict their interactions to business purpose only. They will be sampled on arrival and if they are found positive they will be treated as per protocol. They will also be required to maintain complete details of the persons whom they came in contact with during their stay; 8. Personnel of Defence and Central Armed Police Forces returning on duty, including transit labour hired by BRO to go to Ladakh are exempted from 100% antigen testing and quarantine. However, the personnel will be allowed to proceed to the institutional quarantine of their respective units/formations for necessary quarantine as per internal procedures; Any violation of these instructions will attract penalties under Disaster Management Act, 2005 and other provisions of law. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Bihar | Bihar Government Issues Guidelines For Implementation Of Phased Re-Opening Of Activities (Unlock 3); Imposes Night Curfew Between 10 Pm To 5 Am; Effective Immediately Upto 16Th August, 2020 | 30-07-2020 | The Home Department, Government of Bihar (Department) has issued guidelines for implementing Unlock 3 in the State, in consonance with the MHA Unlock 3.0 Order dated 29th July, 2020. These guidelines are effective immediately and shall be in force till 16th August, 2020. Key Highlights: 1. Night Curfew: a. Movement of individuals will remain strictly prohibited between 10:00 pm and 5:00 am. However, essential activities are exempted from this restriction, which includes operation of industrial units in various shifts, movement of persons and goods on National and State Highways, loading and unloading of cargo and travel of persons to their destinations and disembarking from buses, trains and airplanes. b. Local Authorities will issue Orders to ensure strict compliance. 2. Private offices: Private offices may operate with 50% employee strength; 3. Commercial and private establishments: Commercial and private establishments may operate, with the following exceptions: a. shopping malls will not open; b. restaurants, dhabas, eateries will be allowed to open for home delivery services only; c. shops and markets will be allowed to operate subject to restrictions regarding staggering of business hours , timing etc being imposed by the District Administrations. 4. Healthcare Sector: a. Hospitals and all related medical establishments will remain functional. This includes manufacturing and distribution units both in public and private sector like dispensaries, chemists, and other medical equipment shops, laboratories, clinics, nursing homes, ambulance services etc. b. Transportation of all medical personnel, para medical staff, nurse, other hospital support services are permitted. It also includes veterinary and other establishments. 5. Transport Services: All transport services will be suspended. Exceptions: a. As per MHA Order, Ministry of Civil Aviation and Ministry of Railways will remain operational; b. Taxis, autorickshaws will be permitted; c. Private vehicles will be allowed only for permitted activities; d. Transportation of goods will be allowed without any hindrance including loading and unloading in warehouses; e. All essential service holders will be allowed to commute only from home to workplace. 6. Construction Activities: All construction activities will be allowed along with the functioning of the construction related shops. 7. Agricultural activities: All agricultural activities will be allowed along with the agriculture related shops. 8. Education Sector: All educational research, training, research, coaching institution will remain closed. Online/distance learning will continue to remain operational. 9. All places of worship will remain closed. No religious congregation will be permitted. 10. All social political, sports, entertainment, academic, cultural, religious gatherings and gymnasiums will remain closed. Please note: 1. The MHA Order will be implemented along with the National Directives of COVID 19 Management (annexed with the MHA Order). 2. The restrictions will remain in force from 1st August, 2020 to 16th August, 2020. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | All | 16-08-2020 |
| Jammu And Kashmir | J&K Govt. Has Issued Instructions For Mandatory, 100% Covid-19 Antigen Testing Through Rt-Pcr Or Other Tests For All Incoming Passengers/Travellers By Air/Rail/Road | 30-07-2020 | The Government of Jammu and Kashmir on 30th July, 2020 has issued instructions for mandatory, 100% COVID-19 antigen testing through RT-PCR or other tests for all incoming passengers/travellers by air/rail/road into the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir in order to prevent the spread of COVID-19 infection. As per existing instruction of the State Government, all incoming passengers were subject to 100% administrative/institutional or paid quarantine for 14 days till their antigen test results are negative after which they can be released for home quarantine but if test results are positive, the person is sent to a COVID hospital for recovery and treatment. The State Executive Committee, exercising its powers under the Disaster Management Act, 2005 has issued the following instructions in supersession of all previous orders/instructions/protocols in view to decrease the positivity rate among travellers - 1. All travellers arriving by air, rail or road into the UT of Jammu and Kashmir will be 100% tested for COVID-19 antigen using RT-PCR or Rapid Antigen Test or any other prescribed method; 2. All air and rail passengers who have a valid contactable mobile number with Aarogya Setu App installed on their phones will be sent for home quarantine for 14 days or till their test results are reported negative; 3. If such passengers do not have a valid contactable phone with Aarogya Setu App, they will be sent to Administrative/Institutional Quarantine or Paid Quarantine for 14 days or till their tests are reported negative, after which they will be sent for home quarantine; 4. In case a passenger is tested positive, the protocol with regard to COVID-19 positive patient will be followed; 5. The existing practise of 100% institutional/administrative/paid quarantine for 14 days of all passengers till test results are received will continue in case of road travellers who arrive in a regulated manner at Lakhanpur; 6. The following category of passengers arriving by means other than rail/air from outside the UT will be sampled on arrival and will be sent to home quarantine for 14 days, if they are tested positive the protocol for positive patients will be followed - a. Pregnant women in the last trimester, with doctor's certificate of pregnancy; b. Cancer patients on chemotherapy; c. Chronically ill/organ transplant/IVF patients discharged from a hospital after surgical procedure; d. Dialysis patients with doctor's certificate of being on dialysis; e. Mothers with infants below 1 year; f. Children below 10 years travelling alone without family member; g. Government of India personnel on bona fide government duty; h. Passengers with negative RT-PCR test certificate from ICMR approved laboratory/testing facility not older than 2 days (48 hours) before arrival date; i. Business travellers to Jammu and Kashmir on business/industrial visits with confirmed return tickets within 4 days, confirmed hotel reservation and a business ID; j. Business travellers to Jammu and Kashmir on business/industrial visits with an undertaking to return within 4 days, confirmed hotel reservation and a business ID; k. Ambulance drivers of Jammu and Kashmir dropping patients outside the UT, on their return, if their return after 36 hours. 7. Business travellers with confirmed air tickets and hotel reservation will proceed to their hotel directly from airport and restrict their interactions to business purpose only. They will be sampled on arrival and if they are found positive they will be treated as per protocol. They will also be required to maintain complete details of the persons whom they came in contact with during their stay; 8. Personnel of Defence and Central Armed Police Forces returning on duty, including transit labour hired by BRO to go to Ladakh are exempted from 100% antigen testing and quarantine. However, the personnel will be allowed to proceed to the institutional quarantine of their respective units/formations for necessary quarantine as per internal procedures; Any violation of these instructions will attract penalties under Disaster Management Act, 2005 and other provisions of law. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Goa | Goa Government Issues Standard Operating Procedure (Sop) On Precautions For Covid-19 Control At Industry Level | 30-07-2020 | In a Gazette publication dated July 30, 2020, the Goa Government has issued a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) on Precautions for Covid-19 Control at Industry level. The SOP lays down the following: 1. Make Arogya Setu App compulsory in addition to thermal screening. 2. Employees from Containment Zones should remain in Containment Zones till further notifications. Employers to track Containment Zones declared by Government on daily basis and evaluate risk. 3. Visitors/Service Engineers visiting company premises to be avoided unless it is an emergency. If visiting, they must be screened strictly before being allowed in. 4. Declarations must be taken from employees with details of their family members employers, details of room mates working in other pharma or non-pharma companies. 5. Employees travelling interstate should follow MHA guidelines or Goa Government SOP strictly. 6. In case of any COVID 19 Positive case reported in company, the same must be immediately reported to concerned Health officials, workplaces must be sanitized, testing to be done of all first point of contact employees. Employees must be home quarantined or to be kept in Isolation, risk evaluation to be conducted at site. 7. Employees must be advised as follows: ¢ Avoid unnecessary going out to crowded places like vegetable shops or grocery shops until it is unavoidable. ¢ Visit nearest shop for purchase of any goods or vegetables etc. Avoid if the shop is crowded. ¢ Maintain distance of minimum 6 feet with others. ¢ Visit vegetable or grocery shops early morning when usually crowd is less. ¢ To purchase any essential goods only 1 person from family to come out following SMS (Sanitizer, Mask, Social Distancing) strictly. ¢ Purchase enough quantity of goods/ /groceries/vegetable in a single time. ¢ Immediately report about any COVID 19 cases reported in the vicinity of residential premises. ¢ Follow the protocol issued by AYUSH Department for immunity boosting. 8. Additional measures suggested: A. Three time Thermal Screening of every employee a. At entry b. While entering to canteen for lunch e. At work place after lunch B. N95 Nose Mask/Face Shield a. All the critical places (Packing/Security/ /Quality control/RM/PM/Quality Assurance/Engineering) people may be provided with N95 mask instead of plain mask. b. Face shields may be provided to all personnel who are coming in contact with the external persons such as security. C. Canteen to be-Identified as highest risk zone. Recommendations in this regard are- a. Utensil Disinfection using Hypochlorite solution just prior to use. b. Disposable glass and spoons (keeping disposal and pollution control in mind). c. Canteen to be designated as a strict silence zone. d. Employees to be asked to complete their lunch within minimum time (15 mts. or so). e. Chairs from canteen may be removed as identified as difficult to sanitize after each meal. f. Admin Head/Manager to personally monitor the canteen on daily basis. D. Sero Surveillance of employees at random may be carried out E. In house foggers may be placed to avoid dependency on the third party for daily disinfection. F. UV sanitization box for handling the incoming documents through transporters may be put in place. G. Additional security personnel may be placed for ensuring the social distancing which includes change rooms/receipt and dispatch bays. H. Any type of pain, skin rashes, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea to be included in the self declaration checklist. I. Precautions at shared accommodations a. Maintain proper social distancing. b. Clean/sanitize the commonly used items such as the sitting area, balcony, railings, TV remote, kitchen cabinet handles, water purifier taps, switchboard etc. Industries must ensure that above procedures are followed, not only for employees but also for the casual, contract and temporary personnel that are usually employed. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Haryana | District Magistrate Of Rewari District In Haryana Notifies Guidelines For Implementation Of Phased Re-Opening Of Activities (Unlock 3); Effective Since 1St August, 2020 Upto 31St August, 2020 | 30-07-2020 | The District Magistrate Rewari, Haryana has issued guidelines for phased re-opening of more activities in consonance with the MHA Unlock 3.0 Order dated 29th July, 2020. These guidelines have been in effect since 1st August, 2020 and shall be valid till 31st August, 2020. 1. Installation of Aarogya Setu App ¢ Employers to ensure on best effort basis that Aarogya Setu App is installed by all employees having compatible mobile phones as this app can identify potential risk of infection and thus can shield the individuals and community from infection; ¢ Individuals are advised to regularly update their health status on the app, which shall facilitate timely provision of medical attention to those at risk. 2. All activities are permitted in areas outside Containment Zones during the period of Unlock 3, except the following ¢ International air travel of passengers except as permitted by MHA; ¢ Metro Rail; ¢ School, colleges, educational and coaching institutions will remain closed till 31st August, 2020. Online / distance learning will continue to be permitted and continue to be encouraged; ¢ Cinema halls, swimming pools, entertainment parks, theatres, bars, auditoriums, assembly halls and similar places; ¢ Social / Political / Sports / Entertainment / Academic / Cultural / Religious functions and other large congregations. Dates for re-starting the above-mentioned activities will be decided separately and necessary SOPs issued thereof. 3. Independence Day Functions - Independence Day functions at National, State, District, Sub-Division, Municipal and Panchayat levels and 'At Home' functions, wherever held will be allowed with social distancing and by following health protocols. MHA letter no 2 / 5 / 2020 Public dated 20.07.2020 is to be adhered to in this regard. 4. Yoga institutes and gymnasiums will be allowed to operate from 5th August, 2020 by adhering to the SOPs of Ministry of Health and Family Welfare; 5. Lockdown in Containment Zones ¢ Lockdown will continue to be implemented in Containment Zones till 31st August, 2020; ¢ In Containment Zones only essential activities will be allowed. There will be strict perimeter control to ensure that there is no movement of people except for medical emergencies and for maintaining supply of essential goods and services; ¢ Activities in Containment Zones will be strictly monitored and buffer zones outside these zones will be identified by the Duty Magistrate-cum-Incident Commanders; 6. Some points to note ¢ There will be no restriction on inter-State and intra-State movement of persons and goods including those for cross land-border trade under Treaties with neighbouring countries. No separate permission / approval / e-permit will be required for such movement; ¢ Movement by passenger trains and Shramik special trains; domestic passenger air travel; movement of Indian Nationals stranded outside the country and of specified persons to travel abroad; evacuation of foreign nationals; and sign-on and sign-off to Indian seafarers will continue to be regulated as per SOPs issued; ¢ Persons above the age of 65 years, persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women and children below the age of 10 years are advised to stay at home except for essential and health purposes; ¢ Guidelines issued by MHA under Disaster Management Act, 2005 shall not be diluted in any manner; ¢ Any person violating these measures will be liable to be proceeded against as per provisions of the Disaster Management Act, 2005 besides legal action under Section 188 of the IPC and other legal provisions. For a detailed read on National Directives for COVID-19 Management and the offences and penalties for violation of lockdown order, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | All | 31-08-2020 |
| Haryana | Haryana State Disaster Management Authority Issues Guidelines For Implementation Of Phased Re-Opening Of Activities (Unlock 3) In Haryana; Effective Upto 31St August, 2020 | 30-07-2020 | The Haryana State Disaster Management Authority has issued guidelines for phased re-opening of more activities (Unlock-3) in the entire State of Haryana in consonance with the MHA Unlock 3.0 Order dated 29th July, 2020. These guidelines have been in effect since 1st August, 2020 and shall be valid till 31st August, 2020 The Directions for opening of religious places in Gurugram and Faridabad Districts will be issued separately by respective Deputy Commissioners. The guidelines are as follows - 1. Installation of Aarogya Setu App a. Employers to ensure on best effort basis that Aarogya Setu App is installed by all employees having compatible mobile phones as this app can identify potential risk of infection and thus can shield the individuals and community from infection; b. Individuals are advised to regularly update their health status on the app, which shall facilitate timely provision of medical attention to those at risk. 2. All activities are permitted in areas outside Containment Zones during the period of Unlock 3, except the following a. International air travel of passengers except as permitted by MHA; b. Metro Rail; c. School, colleges, educational and coaching institutions will remain closed till 31st August, 2020. Online / distance learning will continue to be permitted and continue to be encouraged; d. Cinema halls, swimming pools, entertainment parks, theatres, bars, auditoriums, assembly halls and similar places; e. Social / Political / Sports / Entertainment / Academic / Cultural / Religious functions and other large congregations. Dates for re-starting the above-mentioned activities will be decided separately and necessary SOPs issued thereof. 3. Independence Day Functions - Independence Day functions at National, State, District, Sub-Division, Municipal and Panchayat levels and 'At Home' functions, wherever held will be allowed with social distancing and by following health protocols. MHA letter no 2 / 5 / 2020 Public dated 20.07.2020 is to be adhered to in this regard. 4. Yoga institutes and gymnasiums will be allowed to operate from 5th August, 2020 by adhering to the SOPs of Ministry of Health and Family Welfare; 5. Lockdown in Containment Zones a. Lockdown will continue to be implemented in Containment Zones till 31st August, 2020; b. In Containment Zones only essential activities will be allowed. There will be strict perimeter control to ensure that there is no movement of people except for medical emergencies and for maintaining supply of essential goods and services; c. Activities in Containment Zones will be strictly monitored and buffer zones outside these zones will be identified by the Duty Magistrate-cum-Incident Commanders; 6. Some points to note a. There will be no restriction on inter-State and intra-State movement of persons and goods including those for cross land-border trade under Treaties with neighbouring countries. No separate permission / approval / e-permit will be required for such movement; b. Movement by passenger trains and Shramik special trains; domestic passenger air travel; movement of Indian Nationals stranded outside the country and of specified persons to travel abroad; evacuation of foreign nationals; and sign-on and sign-off to Indian seafarers will continue to be regulated as per SOPs issued; c. Persons above the age of 65 years, persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women and children below the age of 10 years are advised to stay at home except for essential and health purposes; d. Guidelines issued by MHA under Disaster Management Act, 2005 shall not be diluted in any manner; e. Any person violating these measures will be liable to be proceeded against as per provisions of the Disaster Management Act, 2005 besides legal action under Section 188 of the IPC and other legal provisions. For a detailed read on National Directives for COVID-19 Management and the offences and penalties for violation of lockdown order, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | All | 31-08-2020 |
| Central | Mha Rolls Out Unlock 3.0 Guidelines; Removes Night Curfew; Extends Lockdown | 29-07-2020 | This is a quick update to let you know that the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, has rolled out the Unlock 3.0 Guidelines under the Disaster Management Act, 2005 extending lockdown in Containment Zones till 31st August, 2020. We will be sharing a detailed analysis on this shortly. | Mandatory | All | 31-08-2020 |
| Central | Extension In Due Date For Late Filing Of Income Tax Return For F.Y 2018-19 | 29-07-2020 | Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has issued Notification No. 56/2020 dated 29th July, 2020 to further extend the due date for furnishing the income tax return for Assessment Year 2019-20 ( Financial Year 2018-19 ) till 30th day of September, 2020 instead of 31st day of July, 2020. | Mandatory | All | Permanent change in law |
| Meghalaya | District Magistrate Of East Khasi Hills District, Issues Guidelines Prescribing Restrictions / Prohibitions In The District Including Shillong Urban Agglomeration, Civil Sub-Division Of Sohra/Pynursla And C&Rd Blocks; Effective Since 30Th July, 2020 Up To 3Rd August, 2020 Everyday Between 5 Am To 9 Pm | 29-07-2020 | The District Magistrate of East Khasi Hills District, Shillong has issued a prohibitory Order under Section 144 of Cr.P.C. and Meghalaya Epidemic Diseases, COVID-19 Regulations, 2020 to impose restrictions/ prohibitions on certain activities in all of East Khasi Hills District including Shillong Urban Agglomeration, Civil Sub-Divisions of Sohra, Pynursla and C&RD Blocks with effect since 30th July, 2020 upto 3rd August, 2020 on a daily basis between 5 am to 9 pm. This Order is in supersession of earlier Prohibitory Order No. C&S.3/2009/PT.II/247 Dated 25th July, 2020 General Instructions: 1. All employers to ensure that all employees have the Arogya Setu Application and Behavioural Change management app is installed in their phones. SOP to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in office (public and private) to be followed strictly; 2. Operation of permitted shops, services, establishments, industrial and commercial activities etc. to strictly adhere with SOPs prescribed by the Government along with National Directives of Government for COVID-19 Management in Public Places and Work Places; 3. All residents of the District to install Aarogya Setu App and Behavioural Change Management App and regularly update their health status on the apps; 4. Operation of supply chains/wholesalers and retail outlets, shops, services and other establishments in the District will be regulated as per scheduled timings and dates which will be released in advance from time to time by the District Magistrate; 5. Persons above the age of 65 years, persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women and children below the age of 10 years are advised to stay at home except for essential requirements and for health purposes; 6. Individuals to maintain a minimum distance of 6 feet/2 metres in public places; 7. Number of guests to not exceed 20 for funeral/last rites related gatherings; 8. Wedding ceremonies will be allowed in religious places/places of worship and the number of guests should not exceed one-third of the seating capacity or 50 guests, whichever is less. However, wedding receptions are suspended till further orders; 9. Movement of vehicles and other traffic arrangements will be prepared and regulated by the office of Superintendent of Police. Inter-district movement of persons is permitted; 10. Passes for all forms of outward inter-state movement from East Khasi Hills District will only be issued by the District Magistrate. The following activities are prohibited during the above-mentioned duration in East Khasi Hills District including Shillong Urban Agglomeration, Civil Sub-Divisions of Sohra, Pynursla and C&RD Blocks - 1. Inter-state movement; 2. Moving in public places, workplaces and during transport without a mask; 3. Incoming additional workforce from outside the District except for highly skilled, skilled, specialized professionals and technicians to be regulated by SOP; 4. Entry into the district via all entry points of Meghalaya w.e.f. midnight of 23rd July, 2020 till midnight of 31st July, 2020 except movements related to emergency, medical and essential goods, goods and inter-state transit vehicle; 5. Any type assembly of individuals. People to maintain 6 feet distance and should wear masks along with other protocols laid down by the Government; 6. Operation of unregulated major markets (iew heh/iew die lang) and unregulated shopping complexes; 7. Border Haats and markets located in inter-state borders; 8. Operation of cinema halls, gyms, swimming pools, entertainment parks, theatres, bars, auditoriums, assembly halls and similar recreational places; 9. All form of contact sports and spectators in sports grounds/stadiums; 10. Operation of educational institutions, training centres and coaching classes barring online/distance learning; 11. Operation of religious places/places of worship including religious gatherings and congregation. However, marriage rituals in places of worship i permitted only after obtaining permission from the District Magistrate; 12. All forms of large public gatherings and congregation including social, political, entertainment, academic, cultural, religious functions etc.; 13. Spitting in public places; 14. Consumption of liquor, paan, gutka, tobacco, etc. in public places; 15. Operation of cyber cafe, gaming parlours, jackpot parlours and lottery counters. For a detailed read on the SOP for engagement of labourers from outside the state, SOP for offices, along with other related orders, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | All | 03-08-2020 |
| Meghalaya | Meghalaya Govt. Rolls Out Standard Operating Procedures For People Entering Meghalaya From Other States | 29-07-2020 | In an Order dated 29th July, 2020 the Health and Family Welfare Department, Government of Meghalaya (Department) has rolled out a Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for people entering Meghalaya from other states in partial modification of a previous order dated 28th July, 2020. The SOP includes the following stages: A. Pre-registration for entry: Pre-registration for entry into the State will be subject to the instructions issued by Political Department. B. Screening and Testing at entry points: 1.All persons who enter the State at the designated entry points will be scanned by an infrared thermometer or thermal scanner to detect body temperature; 2.All persons who have come from outside the State shall be tested by Rapid Antigen Test kits and/or sampled for RT per test at the entry point of the State. 3.Sampling can be done either at entry points or at quarantine/CCCs/ at facilities as designated by the Districts. 4. Upon testing negative, persons will be sent for home quarantine while upon testing positive, protocols with regard to COVID-19 cases to be followed; C. Home Quarantine: 1. All people coming from outside the State should mandatorily undergo home quarantine for 14 days, using the Home Quarantine Diary; 2. People who have been tested negative and have completed 14 days of home or community or institutional quarantine, will be allowed to go out and attend to their routine work. However, they will have to follow health protocols; D. Self-Reporting using Diary: 1. People under home quarantine should enter their daily health status in the diary provided. 2. They may also enter the health status of their family members in this diary; E. External Monitoring using technology and physical inspection through Community COVID Management Teams: 1. The designated monitoring team set up by the respective District (any selected member of CCMT) will visit those under quarantine on a daily basis. The team will use a Web App (https://coronal11egh.cdli.co.in) which is GPS enabled, thus helping in tracking the movement of the monitoring team and ensuring that they visit all the houses allotted to them. 2. AII those who are under quarantine and symptomatic shaII be tested through RTPCR. F. Action to be taken if COVID 19 symptoms develop: 1. The persons who develop any symptoms in the 14 days quarantined period would be tested using RT-PCR test; 2. Those of who test positive shall be handled as per the COVID 19 positive patient handling protocol of the Government of Meghalaya. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Meghalaya | District Magistrate Of East Khasi Hills District, Notifies Guidelines Prescribing Restrictions / Prohibitions In The District; Effective Since 30Th July, 2020 Up To 3Rd August, 2020 Everyday Between 5 Am To 9 Pm | 29-07-2020 | The District Magistrate of East Khasi Hills District, Shillong has issued a prohibitory Order under Section 144 of Cr.P.C. and Meghalaya Epidemic Diseases, COVID-19 Regulations, 2020 to impose restrictions/ prohibitions on certain activities in all of East Khasi Hills District including Shillong Urban Agglomeration, Civil Sub-Divisions of Sohra, Pynursla and C&RD Blocks with effect since 30th July, 2020 upto 3rd August, 2020 on a daily basis between 5 am to 9 pm. This Order is in supersession of earlier Prohibitory Order No. C&S.3/2009/PT.II/247 Dated 25th July, 2020 General Instructions: 1. All employers to ensure that all employees have the Arogya Setu Application and Behavioural Change management app is installed in their phones. SOP to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in office (public and private) to be followed strictly; 2. Operation of permitted shops, services, establishments, industrial and commercial activities etc. to strictly adhere with SOPs prescribed by the Government along with National Directives of Government for COVID-19 Management in Public Places and Work Places; 3. All residents of the District to install Aarogya Setu App and Behavioural Change Management App and regularly update their health status on the apps; 4. Operation of supply chains/wholesalers and retail outlets, shops, services and other establishments in the District will be regulated as per scheduled timings and dates which will be released in advance from time to time by the District Magistrate; 5. Persons above the age of 65 years, persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women and children below the age of 10 years are advised to stay at home except for essential requirements and for health purposes; 6. Individuals to maintain a minimum distance of 6 feet / 2 metres in public places; 7. Number of guests to not exceed 20 for funeral/last rites related gatherings; 8. Wedding ceremonies will be allowed in religious places/places of worship and the number of guests should not exceed one-third of the seating capacity or 50 guests, whichever is less. However, wedding receptions are suspended till further orders; 9. 50% of the private and public transport will operate in East Khasi Hills District. Vehicles will ply in an odd even manner (except Sunday); 10. Public transport and private transport vehicles will ply on rotational basis from 5 am to 9 pm; 11. Buses will run with 50% capacity, SUVs including sumo and maxi cab will run with 4 passengers excluding driver, light motor vehicles will have 2 passengers excluding driver, auto rickshaw will have 1 person excluding driver and for two wheelers one pillion rider restricted only to female or child below the age of 12 years; 12. Movement of vehicles and other traffic arrangements will be prepared and regulated by the office of Superintendent of Police. Inter-district movement of persons is permitted; 13. Passes for all forms of outward inter-state movement from East Khasi Hills District will only be issued by the District Magistrate. Prohibited Activities: 1. Inter-state movement; 2. Moving in public places, workplaces and during transport without a mask; 3. Incoming additional workforce from outside the District except for highly skilled, skilled, specialized professionals and technicians to be regulated by SOP; 4. Entry into the district via all entry points of Meghalaya w.e.f. midnight of 23rd July, 2020 till midnight of 31st July, 2020 except movements related to emergency, medical and essential goods, goods and inter-state transit vehicle; 5. Any type assembly of individuals. People to maintain 6 feet distance and should wear masks along with other protocols laid down by the Government; 6. Operation of unregulated major markets (iew heh/iew die lang) and unregulated shopping complexes; 7. Border Haats and markets located in inter-state borders; 8. Operation of cinema halls, gyms, swimming pools, entertainment parks, theatres, bars, auditoriums, assembly halls and similar recreational places; 9. All form of contact sports and spectators in sports grounds/stadiums; 10. Operation of educational institutions, training centres and coaching classes barring online/distance learning; 11. Operation of religious places/places of worship including religious gatherings and congregation. However, marriage rituals in places of worship i permitted only after obtaining permission from the District Magistrate; 12. All forms of large public gatherings and congregation including social, political, entertainment, academic, cultural, religious functions etc.; 13. Spitting in public places; 14. Consumption of liquor, paan, gutka, tobacco, etc. in public places; 15. Operation of cyber cafe, gaming parlours, jackpot parlours and lottery counters. For a detailed read on the SOP for engagement of labourers from outside the state, SOP for offices, along with other related orders, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | All | 03-08-2020 |
| Meghalaya | Night Curfew Implemented In East Khasi Hills District Effective Since 30Th July, 2020 Till 3Rd August, 2020, Between 9:00 Pm To 5:00 Am | 29-07-2020 | With a view to contain, reduce and eliminate COVID-19, the District Magistrate of East Khasi Hills District, Meghalaya, has issued a curfew Order under Section 144 CrPC, to implement Night Curfew between 9:00 pm to 5:00 am; effective since 30th July, 2020 up to 3rd August, 2020. The above-mentioned Night Curfew will not apply to the following services, who must strictly comply with all protocols and procedures: 1. IT Services, Telecom and Communications; 2. Press, Print & Electronic Media; 3. Online/ Home delivery of food. However, home delivery of food will be exempted only till 10:00 pm; 4. Security Forces 5. Medical Teams on duty 6. Wholesale and Retail Pharmacies 7. Police and Armed Forces 8. Fire and Emergency Services 6. MeECL, NEEPCO & Power Grid 7. Food and Civil Supply Department 8. FCI 9. Public Works Department (PWD) 10.Public Heath Engineering (PHE) Department 11. Shillong Municipal Board 12. Petrol Pumps including Indian Oil Corporation (OIC) 13. Essential Services including Health Services, Hospitals, Clinics, Dispensaries, Veterinary clinics, Labs 14. Authorized workshops and designated spare parts dealerships of Health and Family Welfare Department, Govt of Meghalaya 15. Government Officials on Duty Additionally movement of vehicles carrying essential goods, security forces, medical equipments and shops for repair of trucks on highway are exempted. For further details, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | All | 03-08-2020 |
| Central | Ministry Of Commerce Amends The Export Policy Of Ppes/Masks; Prohibits The Export Of Medical Coverall For All Classes/Categories, All Masks Other Than Non Medical /Non Surgical Masks And Nitrile/Nbr Gloves | 28-07-2020 | In a Notification dated 28th July, 2020, the Ministry of Commerce has amended the export policy of personal protective equipments/masks by amending Schedule 2 of the ITC (HS) Export Policy, 2018 which relates to export of personal protective equipments /masks. Present Amendment : 1. Prohibited Category: i. Medical coverall for all classes/categories (except surgical drapes, isolation aprons, surgical wraps and X Ray gowns) [Note: Medical coveralls like surgical drapes, isolation aprons, surgical wraps and x-ray gowns are freely exportable] ii. All masks other than non-medical /non-surgical masks (cotton, silk. Wool, polyester, nylon, rayon etc) [Note: Non medical masks are freely exportable] iii. Nitrile/NBR Gloves. 2. Restricted Category: i. Medical coveralls for COVID 19 [Policy Condition- Monthly export quota of 50 lakh units of medical coverall for COVID 19] ii. Medical Goggles [Policy Condition- Monthly export quota of 20 lakh units of medical goggles] iii. 2/3 ply surgical mask. [Policy Condition- Monthly export quota of 4 crore 2/3 ply surgical mask] 3. Freely exportable: Face shields. Implication of the amendment: 1. With the present amendment, export policy of 2/3 ply surgical mask, medical goggles is amended from prohibited to restricted. 2. Further, the export of face shields have been made Free. 3. A monthly export quota of 4 crore units per month has been fixed for 2/3 ply surgical masks and 20 lakh per unit per month for medical goggles for issuing export license to eligible candidates has been fixed. Background: Previously, in notifications dated 21st July, 2020 and 29th June, 2020 the Export Policy of Personal Protective Equipments have been amended. The present notification is further amending the notification dated 21st July, 2020 | Mandatory | Pharmaceutical | No end date specified |
| Himachal Pradesh | Hp Government Rolls Out Guidelines For Conducting Rapid Antigen Tests By Industrial Units, Factories, Commercial Establishments Etc. For Their Employees And Workers | 27-07-2020 | In a Circular dated 27th July, 2020 the Government of Himachal Pradesh has issued the following guidelines for conducting Rapid Antigen Tests by industrial units, factories, commercial establishments etc. for their employees and workers: 1. For testing the symptomatic negatives, the samples have to be sent to the RT¬ PCR Lab which is conducting the COVID-19 Samples for the particular area in which Industrial unit/factory/commercial establishment is located. 2. Only those Antigen based assays shall be used which are validated and approved by ICMR. The Present list is annexed with this circular and the updated list can be seen at www.icmr.gov.in from time to time. 3. Sample collection, transportation and testing will be the sole responsibility of the Industrial unit/factory/commercial establishment. The Industrial unit/factory/commercial establishment has to enter into an agreement with a diagnostic lab/hospital having requisite strength of Medical and Paramedical Staff, at its own level, for the purpose. 4. It has to be ensured that the details of sample collected and results of samples are entered on the ICMR portal for which a formal letter of request has to be sent by the Industrial unit/factory/commercial establishment to the concerned Chief Medical Officer. 5. The cost of testing and other expenses of the employees/workers shall be taken up by the Industrial units/factories/commercial establishments on their own and the costs must not be passed on to the employees/workers in any case. The Guideline also provide the algorithm in which the results of the Rapid Antigen Kit has to be interpreted. Background: Considering the requests received from Industry Associations for permissions for conducting Rapid Antigen tests keeping in view the challenges in terms of RT PCR result which in turn is delaying the reopening of Industry in case of any positive case. The requests have been carefully considered keeping in view the advisories being issued from time to time by Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India and ICMR, New Delhi. In light of these, the present Guidelines have been issued. | Mandatory | industrial units, factories, commercial establishments etc for their employees and workers | No end date specified |
| Tamil Nadu | Government Of Tamil Nadu Issues Sop To Bring Guest (Migrant) Workers From Other States To Tamil Nadu; Company Or Manpower Agency To Submit Application To Dc With Details Of The Worker Through The Tamil Nadu Epass Portal | 27-07-2020 | The Government of Tamil Nadu has issued the Standard Operating Procedure ("SOP") for bringing guest workers from other States to the State of Tamil Nadu. The SOP includes the following: 1. Every company / manpower agency intending to bring guest workers to Tamil Nadu needs to apply to the respective District Collector through Tamil Nadu ePASS portal, furnishing the details of all the guest workers, including their names, residential address, Aadhar number, mobile number, proposed address of workplace, details of vehicles, proposed place of quarantine, etc. Note: The approval will be given online through the portal after examination by the respective District Collector 2. The individuals (guest workers) have to be transported through bus, van, etc. at the cost of the company / manpower agency; 3. All of them must be thermally screened before they board the vehicle; 4. On arrival in the State of Tamil Nadu, all the individuals have to be tested, using the RT-PCR method, at the cost of the company / manpower agency. All the individuals who test positive for COVID-19 have to be sent to hospital for treatment. All the individuals who test negative for COVID-19 has to be sent for "room quarantine" for 14 days at a suitable place identified by the contractor / manpower agency and approved by the District Administration; 5. During the 14 days of "room quarantine", if any individual develops symptoms, they must be tested for COVID-19; 6. Asymptomatic individuals, who have completed the 14 days of "room quarantine", can be deployed in worksites, duly following hygiene practices such as washing with soaps, wearing of masks, social distancing and other standard health protocol. All the workers must be thermally scanned at worksites everyday; 7. Such workers must be imparted health education, using appropriate language by the company / manpower agency; 8. The place of stay of these guest workers must be well ventilated, hygienic and must be periodically educated on the health and hygiene protocol; 9. The employees have been requested to comply with the provisions of the Inter - State Migrant Workmen (Regulation of Employment and Conditions of Service) Act, 1979. In cases where complying to the provisions is not possible because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the employers must mandatorily register such workers on the online portal of the Labour Department (https://labour.tn.gov.in/ism), with relevant details in the prescribed format, as a temporary measure; For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Sebi Further Extends Relaxations Relating To Takeover And Buy-Back Till 31St December, 2020 | 27-07-2020 | The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) in light of COVID-19 pandemic and the nationwide lockdown had granted certain one-time relaxations for certain regulations of SEBI (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, 2011 ("Takeover Regulations") and SEBI (Buy-back of Securities) Regulations, 2018 (Buy-back Regulations") pertaining to open offers and buy-back tender offers opening upto July 31, 2020. Now, in a Circular dated 27th July, 2020 SEBI has further extended the one-time relaxation upto 31st December, 2020. Relaxations relating to procedural matters Takeovers and Buy-back - 1.Service of the letter of offer and/or tender form and other offer related material to shareholders may be undertaken by electronic transmission as already provided under Regulation 18(2) of the Takeover Regulation and Regulation 9(ii) of Buy-back Regulations subject to the following - i. The acquirer / company shall publish the letter of offer and tender form on the websites of the company, registrar, stock exchanges and the manager(s) to offer. ii. The acquirer / company along with lead manager(s) shall undertake all adequate steps to reach out to the/its shareholders through other means such as ordinary post or SMS or audio-visual advertisement on television or digital advertisement, etc. iii. Further, the Acquirer/ Company shall make an advertisement containing details regarding the dispatch of the letter of offer electronically and availability of such letter of offer along with the tender form on the website of the company, registrar and manager to the offer in the same newspapers in which (i) detailed pubic statement was published as per regulation 14(3) of Takeover Regulation or (ii) public announcements was published as per regulation 7(i) of Buy-back regulation. iv. Further, the acquirer/ company may have the flexibility to publish the dispatch advertisement in additional newspapers, over and above those required under the respective regulations. v. The acquirer/ company shall make use of advertisements in television channels, radio, internet etc. to disseminate information relating to the tendering process. Such advertisements can be in the form of crawlers/ tickers as well. vi. All the advertisement issued should also be made available on the website of the company, Registrar, Managers to the offer, and Stock Exchanges. 2. The acquirer/ company and the manager to offer shall provide procedure for inspection of material documents electronically. | Mandatory | Listed | 31.12.2020 |
| Central | Amidst Covid-19 Pandemic, Sebi Further Extends One-Time Relaxation Granted For Strict Enforcement Of Sebi (Icdr) Regulations, 2018 Regarding Rights Issue Opening Upto 31St December, 2020 | 27-07-2020 | Earlier, in a Circular dated 6th May, 2020, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) had decided to grant a one-time relaxation from strict enforcement of certain regulations of SEBI (Issue of Capital and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2018 pertaining to Rights Issue opening up to 31st July, 2020 (detailed below in trail). However, as a fallout of recent representations received from the market participants the one-time relaxation has been further extended till 31st December, 2020. | Mandatory | Listed | 31.12.2020 |
| Central | Amidst Covid-19 Pandemic, Sebi Further Extends One-Time Relaxation Granted For Strict Enforcement Of Sebi (Icdr) Regulations, 2018 Regarding Rights Issue Opening Upto 31St December, 2020 | 27-07-2020 | Earlier, in a Circular dated 6th May, 2020, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) had decided to grant a one-time relaxation from strict enforcement of certain regulations of SEBI (Issue of Capital and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2018 pertaining to Rights Issue opening up to 31st July, 2020 (detailed below in trail). However, as a fallout of recent representations received from the market participants the one-time relaxation has been further extended till 31st December, 2020. | Mandatory | Listed | 31.12.2020 |
| Central | Govt. Exempts Hand Sanitizers From Requirement Of Sale License For Its Stocking Or Sale Under The Provisions Of The Drugs And Cosmetics Act, 1940; Gains Immediate Effect | 27-07-2020 | Recognising that hand sanitizers are essential to meet the emergency requirements arising owing to COVID-19 pandemic and that it must made widely available to the public at large, the Department of Health and Family Welfare has, in the Notification dated 27th July, 2020, directed that hand sanitizers will be exempted from the requirement of sale licence for its stocking or sale under the Chapter IV of the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940 and the Drugs and Cosmetics Rules, 1945. However, the following conditions must be complied with by the person stocking or selling hand sanitizers- No drug shall be sold or stocked by the licensee after the date of expiration of potency recorded on its container, label or wrapper, or in violation of any statement or direction recorded on such container, label or wrapper; Provided that any such drugs in respect of which the licensee has taken steps with the manufacturer or his representative for the withdrawal, reimbursement or disposal of the same, may be stocked after the date of expiration of potency pending such withdrawal, reimbursement or disposal, as the case may be, subject to the condition that the same shall be stored separately from the trade stocks and all such drugs shall be kept in packages or cartons, the top of which shall display prominently, the words "Not for sale"] | Mandatory | Pharmaceutical | No end date specified |
| Rajasthan | Rajasthan Government Amends The Rajasthan Epidemic Disease, Covid-19 Regulations, 2020; Casts Obligations To Sanitize Workplace, Stagger Business Hours And Maintain Social Distancing; Imposes Penalty For Violation Of Covid-19 Guidelines | 27-07-2020 | The Government of Rajasthan ("Government") has amended the Rajasthan Epidemic Disease, COVID-19 Regulations, 2020 ("Regulation") to introduce the following: 1. In-charge of the workplace to maintain staggering of work / business hours, frequently sanitize the workplace and maintain social distancing at the workplace; 2. All persons to wear face mask or face cover (nose and mouth covered properly) in public transport such as Auto, Cab, Rickshaw, Bus, Train etc. The fine for not following staggered work / business hours or not sanitizing the workplace frequently or not maintaining social distancing at the workplace been set at Rs. 10,000 /- in a Notification dated 27th July, 2020. The State Government has authorized the General Manager of the District Industry Centres and Unit Head of RIICO within their jurisdiction to collect such fine. In addition to the above-mentioned, the Government has also introduced fines for offences with regard to violation of COVID-19 guidelines - 1. For not wearing face mask or face cover (nose and mouth covered properly) in public place or workplace - Rs. 200; 2. Shopkeepers selling items to a person not wearing face mask or face cover - Rs. 500; 3. Any person found spitting in public place - Rs. 200; 4. Any person consuming liquor, paan, gutka, tobacco in public place - Rs. 500; 5. Any person not maintaining social distancing (minimum 6 feet from other person) in public place - Rs. 100; 6. Organizing any marriage related function or gathering without prior information in writing to the Sub-Divisional Magistrate or not maintaining social distancing during that function - Rs. 5000; 7. Organizing any marriage related function and having more than 50 persons - Rs. 10000; 8. In charge of the workplace not following staggering of work / business hours or not sanitizing the workplace frequently or not ensuring social distancing at work place - Rs. 10000. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Ministry Of Health And Family Welfare Extends The Validity Of Form 41 (Registration Certificate Obtained Under Drugs And Cosmetics Act, 1940) | 27-07-2020 | The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (Ministry) has issued a notification to extend the validity of Form 41 (registration certificate obtained under Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940). Basis the representations made by pharmaceutical companies, the Ministry has decided that if a license holder makes application to renew the existing certificate before expiry of the same, the existing certificate will be valid till further orders in this regard are passed and the certificate will be deemed to be valid for all purposes. This decision has been taken by the Ministry after considering the situation brought about by COVID-19 after representation made by pharmaceutical companies and to ensure that the supply of drugs does not get affected. For further details, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | Pharmaceutical Manufacturing | No end date specified |
| Central | Ministry Of Health And Family Welfare Extends The Validity Of Form 41 (Registration Certificate Obtained Under Drugs And Cosmetics Act, 1940) | 27-07-2020 | The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (Ministry) has issued a notification to extend the validity of Form 41 (registration certificate obtained under Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940). Basis the representations made by pharmaceutical companies, the Ministry has decided that if a license holder makes application to renew the existing certificate before expiry of the same, the existing certificate will be valid till further orders in this regard are passed and the certificate will be deemed to be valid for all purposes. This decision has been taken by the Ministry after considering the situation brought about by COVID-19 after representation made by pharmaceutical companies and to ensure that the supply of drugs does not get affected. For further details, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | Pharmaceutical Manufacturing | No end date specified |
| Puducherry | Puducherry Government Issues The Clinical Management Protocol For Covid 19 Pandemic | 27-07-2020 | The Rajasthan Government has published on its website the Clinical Management Protocol for COVID 19 pandemic. The Clinical Management Protocol: COVID-19 lays down the clinical features for COVID-19, risk factors, infection prevention and control practices. etc. relating to the COVID-19 pandemic and also the management of COVID-19 cases. The document also provides a guidance on specimen collection, processing, transportation, including related biosafety procedures. For a detailed read of the document, please refer to the attachment. Source: Department of Health and Family Welfare Services, Puducherry | Advisory | Healthcare | No end date specified |
| Manipur | The Governor Of Manipur Has Promulgated The Manipur Epidemic Diseases (Enforcement Of Covid-19 Guidelines) Regulations, 2020 | 25-07-2020 | With a view to implement guidelines and restrictions imposed by the National Disaster Management Authority and the State Disaster Management Authority, towards effective control of the epidemic, the Governor of Manipur has promulgated "The Manipur Epidemic Diseases (Enforcement of COVID-19 Guidelines) Regulation, 2020" ("Regulation"). Key highlights 1. Penalties for various offences w.r.t. COVID-19 guidelines have been provided - a. Violation of Quarantine guidelines - Rs. 1000 on each occasion of such violation; b. Failure to wear mask in public places - Rs. 200; c. Failure to maintain social distancing in public places - Rs. 200; d. Spitting in public places - Rs 500; e. Consumption of paan (kwa), gutka and tobacco in public place - Rs. 200; f. Gathering in excess of authorized number of persons on ceremonies - Rs. 10,000 g. Any other violation of guidelines - Rs. 1000 2. In addition to the above-mentioned, failure to pay the penalty on the spot shall make a person liable to be prosecuted under Section 188 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860. Note - These Regulations will be in force for a period of one year from the date of Notification. | Mandatory | All | 25-07-2021 |
| Meghalaya | District Magistrate Of East Khasi Hills District, Shillong, Issues Guidelines For Implementation Of Total Curfew In Shillong Agglomeration And Adjoining Areas; Effective Since Midnight Of 26Th July, 2020 Till 30Th July, 2020 | 24-07-2020 | District Magistrate of East Khasi Hills District has issued Prohibitory Order under Section 144 of CrPC for implementation of total curfew in all of Shillong Urban Agglomeration and its adjoining areas, with effect since midnight of 26th July, 2020 till midnight of 29th July,2020. The following areas shall come within the ambit of total curfew: 1. whole of Municipal Area; 2. whole of Cantonment Area; 3. all Census town areas under Mawlai and Mawpat Blocks; 4. areas under Mylliem Block from Umshyrpi Bridge upto 7th Mile, Upper Shillong; 5. Madanrting, Mawblei, Laitkor, Nongkseh, Umlyngka, Lawsohtun, Mawdiangdiang. Exemptions: 1. IT Services, telecom and communications; 2. Press, print, electronic media; 3. Police, armed and security forces; 4. medical teams on duty hospitals; 5. wholesale and retail pharmacies and 6. fire, emergency service. Furthermore, movement of vehicles carrying essential commodities, security forces, medial equipments, and goods vehicles have also been exempted from the restrictions imposed by the present Order. However, drivers and attendants of vehicles will be subject to the medical screening as per protocols. Please note: 1. Curfew passes can be obtained by making an online application for the same at www.eastkhasihills.gov.in . 2. The Order contains a list of areas (Containment Zones) wherein the exemptions granted to official / non-official emergency / essential services will not extend. For a detailed read, please refer to appended Order. | Mandatory | All | 29-07-2020 |
| Karnataka | Government Of Karnataka Re-Fixes Rates For Rt-Pcr Testing And Rapid Antigen Testing To Be Charged By Private Labs; Fallout Of Task Force Committee'S Reconsideration | 24-07-2020 | The Health and Family Welfare Department, Government of Karnataka ("State Government"), in an Order dated 24th July, 2020, has re-fixed the rates of RT-PCR testing and Rapid Antigen Testing by private laboratories in the State. The rates fixed are as follows: 1. Rate of RT-PCR testing for the samples sent by Government to private laboratories, including screening test and confirmatory test is set at Rs. 2000/- per test (inclusive of the cost of PPE kit). 2. Ceiling rate for private samples in private laboratories, including screening test and confirmatory test, is set at Rs. 3000/- per test (inclusive of the cost of PPE kit). 3. Rate of Rapid Antigen Test for private samples in private laboratories is set at Rs. 700/- per sample (inclusive of PPE kit). It has been further stated that testing can be done only in the ICMR (Indian Council for Medical Research) approved laboratories. Background: The State Government, in a Circular dated 31st March, 2020, had capped the total cost of COVID-19 testing per patient at Rs. 4500/-. Further, in a Circular dated 17th April, 2020, the State Government had fixed the cost per test (for COVID-19) at Rs. 2250/- For a detailed read, please refer to the appended document. | Mandatory | Healthcare- Pathological Laboratories | No end date specified |
| Central | Fssai Extends Statutory Due Date For Compliance Related To Display Of "Date Of Manufacturing" And "Best Before Date" For Non-Packaged / Loose Sweets On The Container / Tray At The Outlet For Sale Upto 1St October, 2020 | 24-07-2020 | In light of the disruption and lockdown owing to COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent representations received from sweets associations and stakeholders, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has extended the date of enforcement of directions regarding display of "Date of Manufacturing" and "Best before Date" of non-packaged / loose sweets on their container / tray at the outlet for sale (as mentioned in the trail) till 1st October, 2020. Furthermore, sweets associations have been advised to sensitize and build capacity of their members for implementing the Order from 1st October, 2020. Background: Earlier, in an Order dated 21st May 2020, FSSAI had extended the date of enforcement of above-mentioned directions till 1st August, 2020. | Mandatory | Food Business Operators | 01-10-2020 |
| Punjab | Chief Minister Of Punjab Announces Fines For Certain Offences As Per New Guidelines In Wake Of Covid-19 Pandemic | 23-07-2020 | The Chief Minister of Punjab has announced fines for the following offences as per new guidelines in wake of COVID-19 pandemic. 1. Home isolation violation will attract penalty of Rs. 5000/- 2. Restaurants and commercial eating places violating social distancing norms will attract penalty of Rs. 5000 on owners of such restaurants and commercial eating places. 3. Violation of social distancing norms and social gatherings of more than the permitted strength will lead to penalty of Rs. 10000. 4. Fine for not wearing mask in public place is Rs. 500. 5. Violation of home quarantine instructions will attract penalty of Rs. 200. 6. Spitting in public place will attract penalty of Rs. 500. Under the existing guidelines, shops/commercial places are liable to pay Rs 2000 for violation of social distancing norms, while for buses and cars such violations are punishable by Rs 3000 and Rs 2000 fine respectively, and in the case of auto-rickshaws/2-wheelers, the fine stands at Rs 500. Further, the Chief Minister has also appealed to the Heads of various religious institutions to ensure enforcement of social distancing restrictions and other Covid safety guidelines, including masks at religious places along with proper regular announcement in this regard through Public Address Systems. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Karnataka | Director Of Health And Family Welfare Services, Karnataka Directs Sample Collection Centers/Labs/Fever Clinics To Provide Information Regarding What Persons Need To Do If He/She Tests Positive For Covid-19 | 22-07-2020 | In a Circular dated July 22, 2020, the Director of Health and Family Welfare Services has informed sample collection centres/labs/fever clinics, etc. that information regarding what person need to do if he/she tests positive for COVID-19 must be provided by them. The circular states that the persons giving samples for COVID-19 testing must strictly self-isolate himself/ herself till the results are communicated. If the person tests positive he/she the following must be adhered to: 1. Continue self-isolation 2. For medical triage/consultation, call free helpline Apthamitra 14410 3. Dial 108 ambulance/ 1912 helpline to visit the nearest health center/hospital (government or private) for medical triage/consultation 4. The person shall be given information regarding different facilities available. Based on medical triage, the person may be allowed home isolation/home care or Covid Care Centre (CCC) or Covid hospital 5. The person shall follow the medical advice received for further management. Along with providing the above information to the person, the sample collection centres, fever clinics, labs must also display the patient flow chart, as annexed to this circular, on the premises and may also give a copy of the same to the patients. | Mandatory | Sample Collection Centres/Labs/Fever Clinics | No End Date Specified |
| Goa | Goa Issues Circular To Inform The Public Regarding Inappropriate Use Of Valved Respirator N-95 Masks And Urge To Follow The Guidelines On The Use Of Face /Mouth Cover Issued By The Ministry Of Health And Family Welfare | 22-07-2020 | The Public Health Department, Government of Goa ("State Government"), in a Circular dated 22nd July, 2020, in pursuance to the request from the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India ("MOHFW"), has instructed everyone to follow the guidelines on the use of face/mouth cover and prevent inappropriate use of N-95 masks. The guidelines are available on the website of the MOHFW and can be accessed through the following link: https://www.mohfw.gov.in/pdf/Advisory&ManualonuseofHomemadeProtectiveCoverforFace&Mouth.pdf For a detailed read of the CIrcular issued by the State Government, please refer to the appended document. | Advisory | None | No end date specified |
| Chhattisgarh | District Magistrate Of Durg In Chhattisgarh Notifies Partial Modifications To Earlier Prohibitory Guidelines Dated 20Th July 2020; Transportation And Storage Of Petroleum Products Now Allowed Only From 6:00 Am To 3:00 Pm | 22-07-2020 | The District Magistrate of Durg District in Chhattisgarh has made partial modifications to the prohibitory Order dated 20th July, 2020. The partial amendments with respect to activities allowed in the District are as follows - 1. Delivery of milk at home by vendors is now exempted from 6:00 am to 9:30 am and 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm. In the earlier Order, delivery of milk was only allowed from 6:00 am to 9:30 pm; 2. the exemption for newspaper hawkers remains the same, that is from 6:00 am till 9:30 am; 3. transportation and storage of Petrol / Diesel and LPG / CNG are now allowed only from 6:00 am till 3:00 pm. Earlier, there was no such restriction. Please note that the Order is in Vernacular and we have translated it to the best of our understanding. Once an official translation is available, we will update in case there is a requirement. | Mandatory | All | 29-07-2020 |
| Rajasthan | Government Of Rajasthan Notifies Partial Modifications To The Unlock 2.0 Order Dated 30Th June, 2020; Allows Public Buses To Operate With Proper Sanitization Measures, Compulsory Face Masks And Social Distancing Norms; Effective Since 22Nd July, 2020 | 22-07-2020 | The Government of Rajasthan has notified partial amendments to the Unlock 2.0 Order dated 30th June, 2020, and have permitted the City Buses (Public Transport) to operate since 22nd July, 2020, subject to the following conditions: Owners / operators / in-charge of the buses to ensure: 1. Proper sanitization of the seats and touch points, before and after each journey; 2. Compulsory wearing of face masks by the passengers, drivers and conductors; 3. Maintaining adequate social distancing measures. | Mandatory | Public Transport | No end date specified |
| West Bengal | West Bengal Orders Stricter Lockdown Measures In The State; State-Wise Lockdown Will Be Observed On 23Rd, 25Th And 29Th July, 2020 From 6 Am To 10 Pm On Each Day | 21-07-2020 | The West Bengal Government has announced stricter lockdown measures in an order dated July 21, 2020. As per the Order, State-wide lockdown will be observed on Thursday, July 23 2020; Saturday, July 25 2020 and Wednesday, July 29 2020 from 6 am to 10 pm on each day. What will be locked during these days? All government and private offices, commercial establishments, public and private transport and all activities which are not covered under the exceptions given alongside What will remain open during these days? 1. Health services including movement of health personnel/patients by public and private transport 2. Medicine shops and pharmacies 3. Law and order, courts, correctional services, fire and emergency services 4. Electricity, water and conservancy services 5. Continuous process industries and Industries with in-house workers 6. Agriculture operations; Tea Garden operations in field 7. Intrastate and interstate movement of goods 8. E-Commerce; Capital and debt market services as notified by SEBI 9. Print, electronic media and social media 10. Home delivery of cooked food The Order reiterates that norms of physical distancing, wearing of mask and the health and hygiene protocol must be strictly adhered to at all times. The previous orders prohibiting movement of individuals between 10:00 PM to 5:00 AM will continue to remain in force except for essential and emergency activities listed above. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended document. | Mandatory | All | 29-07-2020 |
| Central | Dot Further Extends Relaxations/ Exemptions In The Terms & Conditions For Other Service Providers Till December 31, 2020 In Order To Facilitate Work From Home | 21-07-2020 | The Department of Telecommunications, Ministry of Communications (DoT) has, in a recent Notification dated July 21, 2020, further extended the relaxations in Terms and Conditions for Other Service Providers (OSPs) till December 31, 2020. This is further to the earlier relaxations already granted with respect to Work From Home by the DoT in Notification dated April 15, 2020 and the subsequent extension dated May 15, 2020. These relaxations are granted in view of the COVID-19 pandemic. As per the earlier extension, the relaxations were valid till July 31, 2020. With the continued impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, DoT has now extended these exemptions till December 31, 2020, in order to facilitate the system of Work from Home in these times. | Mandatory | Telecommunication | 31-12-2020 |
| Karnataka | Karnataka Government Re-Implements Unlock 2 Guidelines In The State; Night Curfew From 9 Pm To 5Am Will Be Implemented | 21-07-2020 | In a recent Press Release dated 21st July, 2020, the Karnataka Government has issued guidelines for the resumption of activities in areas outside the Containment Zones of the State. For containment zones, lockdown will continue to prevail. Further, Karnataka Government re-implements Unlock 2 Guidelines issued by the Government of India with the following modifications. 1. Night Curfew- The Night Curfew in the state will last from 9 pm-5 am 2. The lockdown will continue every Sunday. 3. The Order further states that vegetable markets, not only in Bengaluru, but also in district and taluk levels, will be relocated to bigger open spaces or Agricultural Produce Market Committees to in order to ensure that crowding is restricted. 4. The use of gym equipment in sitting benches in parks is prohibited. Please Note- The Unlock 2.0 guidelines has gained effect from 5 am on July 22, 2020 and will remain in force till 31st July, 2020 | Mandatory | All | 31-07-2020 |
| Central | Amendment In Export Policy Of Personal Protection Equipment/Masks To Allow Export Of Surgical Drapes, Isolation Aprons, Surgical Wraps And X-Ray Gowns; Export Of Sample Of Ppe Medical Coveralls For Covid-19 Now Permitted | 21-07-2020 | The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) in a Notification dated 21st July, 2020 has amended the Export Policy of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Background: DGFT with a Notification on 31st January, 2020 had prohibited the Export of PPE including Clothing and Masks under Serial Number 207A. Further with Notifications on 19th March, 2020, 16th May, 2020 and 22nd June, 2020 the Export Policy of PPE kept changing. Now, with the 21st July, 2020 Notification export of the following Personal Protective Equipment either as part of kits or as individual items have been prohibited - i. Medical Coverall of all classes/categories (except surgical drapes, isolation aprons, surgical wraps and X-ray gowns) ii. Medical Goggles iii. All Masks other than non-surgical masks (cotton, silk, wool, polyester, nylon, rayon, viscose-knitted, woven or blended) iv. Medical Nitrile/NBR Gloves v. Face Shield With this amendment export of surgical drapes, isolation aprons, surgical wraps and X-ray gowns under medical coverall of all classes/categories are no longer prohibited from export. Additionally, DGFT will now allow exporters to send sample of PPE medical coveralls for COVID-19 on obtaining export license. The procedure for issuing export license for sending samples are as follows - 1. Export of up to 50 units of 'PPE medical coveralls for COVID-19' samples per IEC per country is allowed. 2. Exporters must apply through DGFT's ECOM system for Export authorisation. No Hard copy applications need to be made. 3. The item description in the application must specify "PPE medical coveralls for COVID-19 Samples" 4. Validity of the Export License will be for 3 months. 5. A copy of IEC of the firm and documentary proof of manufacturing of textile/medical textiles products or medical devices by the firm may be submitted at the time of application. All the documents must be attested by duly authorised person of the firm, 6. Applications through email will not be considered. | Mandatory | Exporter | No end date specified |
| Central | Sebi Extends Timeline Of Validity Of Regulatory Measures For Ensuring Orderly Trading And Settlement, Effective Risk Management, Price Discovery And Maintenance Of Market Integrity Till 27Th August, 2020. | 21-07-2020 | In light of the prevailing COVID-19 pandemic, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has, in a Circular dated 21st July, 2020, informed that the regulatory measures for ensuring orderly trading and settlement, effective risk management, price discovery and maintenance of market integrity, as previously issued by SEBI, will continue to remain in force till 27th August, 2020. Background: SEBI had, in a Circular dated 20th March, 2020, issued regulatory measures in view of the ongoing market volatility in light of the COVID-19 pandemic; effective 20th March, 2020 till 20th April, 2020. Now, after reviewing the COVID-19 situation, SEBI has extended the timeline for continuation of such measures till 27th August, 2020. Please refer to the appended documents for further details. | Mandatory | All | 27-08-2020 |
| Central | Filing Of corona Kavach Policy As Group Health Insurance Product | 21-07-2020 | Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India ("IRDAI") has issued modified guidelines to all Insurers regarding Corona Kavach Policy. Insurers are now allowed to offer Corona Kavach Policy as group product to private and public establishments for covering COVID-19 related medical needs of their employees. It will also be extremely useful for various categories of frontline workers as groups. In case the group consists entirely of doctors, nurses or healthcare workers, a discount of 5% will also be available as a mark of recognition of their contribution in fighting the societys battle against Covid-19. The group policy can also provide protection to a large number of employees engaged in manufacturing, services, SMEs, MSMEs, logistics sector, migrant workers and bring peace of mind to them, their family members and the employers. The norms by which insurers can offer Corona Kavach Policy w.r.t. "Guidelines on Covid Standard Health Policy" (Ref: IRDAI/HLT/REG/CIR/163/06/2020 dated 26th June, 2020) are - 1. Insurers are allowed to use the standard product name for the group policy after adding the word group and all the terms and conditions as applicable to the standard individual policy will remain the same except premium rate and specification on operation of group policy. 2. The insurers will determine the price by complying with norms specified in the IRDAI (Health Insurance) Regulations, 2016 and Guidelines notified there under. 3. The product will be filed on Use and File basis by duly complying with the norms specified in Chapter IV of Guidelines on product filing in health insurance business as modified from time to time. 4. This group product will have to comply with all other applicable norms stipulated under Guidelines on Product filing in Health Insurance business". | Mandatory | Insurance companies | No end date specified |
| Karnataka | Government Of Karnataka Permits Postponement Of Payment Of Vda Payable Under Various Minimum Wages Notifications By Employers; Applicable For The Period 01.04.2020 To 31.03.2021 | 21-07-2020 | In a Circular dated 21st July, 2020 the Karnataka Employers Association has informed that the Department of Labour, Government of Karnataka in its order dated 20th July, 2020 has permitted postponement of payment of Variable Dearness Allowance (VDA) payable under various Minimum Wages Notifications by employers for the period from 01.04.2020 to 31.03.2021. The said deferment is done to mitigate the hardship being faced by the employers who were directed by the Central Government to pay wages, including VDA to their employees for the lockdown period. Implications: 1. The employers can avail this facility and defer payment of VDA of Rs. 417.60 per month which has become payable from 01.04.2020 to 31.03.2021 under various Minimum Wage notifications. 2. The employers will be liable to pay the deferred VDA after 31.03.2021 to their workmen in addition to the VDA as applicable from 01.04.2021 onwards. 3. If employers choose not to pay any VDA, they will not be liable to pay Employees State Insurance (ESI) and Provident Fund (PF) also on the deferred VD. However, ESI and PF will become payable when the deferred VDA is paid after 31.03.2021. 4. When the deferred VDA is paid, the employers will be liable to pay difference in bonus and also difference in leave with wages as well as difference in overtime payment. 5. These options are available for VDA payable to Contract Labourers also. Key Takeaways: 1. Employers can choose to pay the VDA of Rs. 417.60 per month without availing the deferment facility if they feel it is burdensome to pay the deferred VDA after 31.03.2021. 2. If the employers have already paid the VDA for the months of April to June 2020, they may avail deferment of VDA facility from July 2020 onwards. Note: A copy of the Order dated 20th July, 2020 is attached with the present Order. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Cpcb Revises The Guidelines For Handling, Treatment And Disposal Of Waste Generated During Treatment/Diagnosis/ Quarantine Of Covid-19 Patients; Supresses Previous Guidelines Dated 10Th June, 2020 | 21-07-2020 | The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has issued a revised version of Guidelines for Handling, Treatment and Disposal of Waste Generated during Treatment/Diagnosis/ Quarantine of COVID-19 Patients (Guideline). The present Guideline is issued in suppression of earlier guidelines uploaded by CBCB on 10th June, 2020. The Guideline provides a revised guidance on segregation of general solid waste and biomedical waste from quarantine centers/home-care/healthcare facilities treating COVID-19 patients and to recommend on disposal of PPEs. | Mandatory | Laboratories, quarantine centers/home-care/healthcare facilities | No end date specified |
| Bihar | Bihar Pcb Issues The 4Th Revision Of The Guidelines For Handling, Treatment And Disposal Of Waste Generated During Treatment/Diagnosis/ Quarantine Of Covid-19 Patients | 21-07-2020 | The Bihar Pollution Control Board has rolled out in its website the fourth revision of Guidelines for Handling, Treatment and Disposal of Waste Generated during Treatment/Diagnosis/ Quarantine of COVID-19 Patients which has suppressed the earlier guideline uploaded at CPCB website on 10.06.2020. The Guidelines are applicable to Healthcare Facilities, Quarantine Camps/ Quarantine-homes/ Home-care, Sample Collection Centers, Laboratories. | Mandatory | Healthcare Facilities, Quarantine Camps/ Quarantine-homes/ Home-care, Sample Collection Centers, Laboratories | No end date specified |
| Jharkhand | Jharkhand Government Rolls Out Guidelines For Handling Biomedical Wastes Generated In Hospitals, Quarantine Camps & Houses Dealing With Covid-19 | 20-07-2020 | Jharkhand Government has issued guidelines for healthcare workers with respect to protective gear and waste management. Key highlights of these guidelines are - 1. Healthcare workers should have proper protective gear at all times which must consist of masks, face shield, goggles, cap, gloves, boots and apron. 2. Hospitals to be kept clean at all times and hazards should be safely identified. Also waste should be disposed off properly in different colour bins specified for a specific substance, like, green for biodegradable waste, blue for recyclable waste, red for contaminated waste etc. 3. Common waste and biomedical waste dustbin to be separated and waste from quarantine facilities to be collected in a yellow liner dustbin, such wastes to be kept in dedicated bags and in properly measured dustbins. 4. In COVID-19 wards and sample collection labs a separate record of COVID-19 related waste is to be maintained and that information is to be shared with the State Pollution Control Board. Biomedical waste should be kept in a separate room before sending it to bio-medical waste treatment facility. 5. Biomedical waste to be managed according to the Biomedical Waste Rules, 2016 and transfer of COVID-19 related bio-medical waste to be only done by COVID-19 dedicated and labelled trolleys. 6. Biomedical waste can be picked up directly from the isolation ward and sent to the waste treatment facility directly. 7. COVID-19 related waste to be collected in a double layer liner only. 8. The waste trolleys in which COVID-19 related biomedical wastes is transferred should be cleaned daily with 1% hypochlorite solution. 9. Wastes in colour coded packs to be labelled with "COVID-19", yellow coloured liners collected by local workers to be sent to CBWTF. Please note that the document is in Vernacular and we have translated it to the best of our understanding. Once an official translation is available, we will update in case there is a requirement. | Mandatory | Healthcare workers, waste disposal | No end date specified |
| Central | Further Amendment In Export Policy Of Ppe Kits Allowing Import Of 50Lakh Units Of Ppe Medical Coveralls For Covid-19 Every Month | 20-07-2020 | The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) in a Notification dated 20th July, 2020 has further amended the Export Policy of Personal Protective Equipment ("PPE") Medical Coveralls for COVID -19. Background : With a Notification dated 29th June, 2020 export of all PPE Medical Coveralls for COVID-19 was restricted. A monthly export quota of 50 Lakh PPE Medical Coveralls for COVID-19 units had been fixed for issuance of export policies to the eligible applicants to export PPE Medical Coveralls for COVID-19 as per criteria separately issued in a Trade Notice on 29th June, 2020. Now, with the 20th July, 2020 Notification DGFT has revised the export criteria - 1. Export of only 50 Lakh units of PPE Medical Coveralls for COVID -19 will be allowed every month. 2. Exporters must apply through DGFT's ECOM system for Export authorisation. | Mandatory | Exporters | No end date specified |
| Gujarat | Gujarat Government Further Extends Exemptions Granted To Factories In The State Subject To Specified Conditions Till 19.10.2020 | 20-07-2020 | In wake of the ongoing pandemic conditions due to COVID-19, Labour and Employment Department, Government of Gujarat on 20th July, 2020 has further exempted all factories registered under the Factories Act, 1948 ("Act") from various provisions relating to weekly hours, daily hours, intervals for rest etc. of adult workers from 20th July, 2020 till 19th October, 2020. Earlier the relaxations were from 20th April, 2020 till 19th July, 2020. The Government of Gujarat has therefore exempted factories from various provisions of the Act under sections 51, 54, 55 and 56. In a nutshell, the provisions which are being exempted are as follows: Section 51- Prescribes a maximum of forty-eight (48) hours of weekly work; Section 54 - Prescribes a maximum of nine (9) hours of daily work; Section 55 Intervals for rest for adult workers. Section 56 - Prescribes the periods of work to be arranged so that it does not spread over more than 10.5 hours a day (inclusive of intervals for rest). The conditions which needs to be fulfilled for enjoying this exemption till 19th October, 2020 are: 1. No adult worker will be allowed or required to work in a factory for more than 12 hours in any day and 72 hours in any week. 2. The periods of work of adult workers in a factory each day will be so fixed so that no period exceeds 6 hours and no worker should work for more than 6 hours before taking interval for rest of at least half an hour. 3. No female workers will be allowed to work in a factory between 7 PM to 6 AM. 4. Wages will be in proportion with the existing wages (e.g., if wages for 8 hours are 100 rupees, then proportionate wages for 12 hours will be 150 rupees). | Mandatory | All Factories | 19-10-2020 |
| Central | Director General Of Health Services Of Ministry Of Health And Family Welfare Issues Instructions To Prevent Inappropriate Use Of Valved Respirator N-95 Masks | 20-07-2020 | The Director General of Health Ministry ("Ministry") has in a letter addressed to health authorities of all States containing instructions with regard to restriction on the use of valved respirator N-95 masks by the public other than designated health workers. According to the Ministry, the use of valved respirator N-95 masks is detrimental to the measures adopted for preventing the spread of COVID-19 virus as it does not prevent the virus from escaping out of the mask. Therefore, the Ministry has referred to the Advisory on the use of home-made protective cover for face and mouth available on the website of MoHFW: (https://www.mohfw.gov.in/pdf/Advisory&ManualonuseofHomemadeProtectiveCoverforFace&Mouth.pdf)and requested all to follow the guidelines on the use of face mouth cover and prevent inappropriate use of N-95 masks. | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Chhattisgarh | District Magistrate Of Durg District In Chhattisgarh Issues Guidelines Prescribing Restrictions/ Prohibitions On Certain Activities In The District Till 29Th July, 2020 | 20-07-2020 | With a view to curb the spread of COVID-19, the District Magistrate of Durg District in Chhattisgarh has issued an Order under Section 144 of the CrPC to impose restrictions / prohibitions on certain activities in urban and specific Gram Panchayat areas within the District, effective since 22nd July, 2020 till 29th July, 2020. Restrictions: 1. Government Offices will not operate till the prohibitory order remains in effect and all Officials and Officers will perform their functions from home. But offices related to essential services dealing with COVID-19 virus such as police, health services, hospitals, fire brigade, electricity etc. will continue to function. 2. All factories, construction and labour intensive operating units in the urban and attached gram panchayat areas are exempt from the restrictions, subject to the following conditions: a. arrangement should be made for accommodating the workers within the premises of the factory / operating units; b. if required, arrangements for transportation of the workers / employees shall be made by the factories/ operating unit owners; c. compliance with all the directions / instructions with regard to protection against COVID-19, issued by the Central and State Government along with other institutions from time to time; d. upon identification of infected employees / workers from the units, the costs of treatment for such infected employees to be borne by the employer; 3. Factories, construction and labour intensive operating units located in the rural areas shall be exempted from these provisions; 4. All public transport services in urban and gram panchayat areas including private buses, taxis, autos etc. to be shut down, with immediate effect. Only people with emergency medical services will be allowed to travel and transport vehicles delivering essential goods/services are exempted from this Order; Note: E-pass can be obtained for emergency purposes; 5. All boundaries of the areas to which this Order is applicable shall be sealed, except for movement of essential goods and services. Only commercial cargo will be allowed in such areas (even at night); 6. All shops, grocery stores, commercial establishments, godowns, weekly bazaars, etc. in the affected urban bodies and gram panchayats shall remain closed; 7. Citizens coming from abroad / other States will have to strictly follow home quarantine; Note: If people do not follow quarantine guidelines then they will face action under Section 188 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860. 8. Everyone to remain indoors and follow social distancing if they have to go out of their homes. Offices / establishments engaged in essential services are exempt from restrictions subject to ensuring the usage of face masks and maintaining social distancing. Some of them are as follows: 1. Industries engaged in continuous processes or factories (with blast furnace, boilers) or industries engaged in Cement, Steel, sugar, fertilizers as well as mines; subject to keeping the engagement of employees/ workers at a bare-minimum and functioning in compliance with all the directions / instructions with regard to protection against COVID-19, issued by the Central and State Government along with other institutions from time to time; 2. Private establishments can remain open after complying with prescribed health standards. 3. E-commerce supply of essential commodities; 4. Print and Electronic media; 5. Offices under the State Government such as Police, Fire, Jail, Collector, Municipal Corporation, Health Offices, Sub-Divisional Magistrate etc. will be closed for general public and there will be no entry of visitors in the Government offices without permission of the Head Office; 6. Subordinate Central Offices of the Government of India; 7. Officers and workers related to law and order and healthcare; 8. Health services including all hospitals, medical colleges, clinics etc.; 9. Drug stores / Medical stores have been allowed to operate from 7 am till 5 pm; 10. Optical stores will operate between 7 am till 5 pm; 11. Services related to food supply; 12. Sale, distribution, storage, transportation of fruits, vegetables, milk, dairy, meat is allowed in shops from 7 am till 12 pm; 13. Electricity, drinking water and municipal services including sewage and waste disposal etc.; 14. ATM, telecom, internet services, mobile recharge etc. 15. Petrol/Diesel pump and LPG/CNG transportation and storage activities; 16. Agencies involved in procurement of agriculture products, farming equipment, mandis etc.; In addition to the above-mentioned, certain instructions have been issued to all Government and non-government banks located in affected areas: 1. Minimum staff to be present in banks in compliance with the guidelines issued by the Central and State Government on prevention of COVID -19; 2. Management of banks will not make vehicle available for movement of group of employees; 3. All banks to admit only upto 5 customers at a time; 4. Availability of sufficient quantity of currency in the ATM operated by the bank to be ensured by the management; People / Establishments violating the above-mentioned Order will be liable to be punished under Section 188 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. Please note that the Order is in Vernacular and we have translated it to the best of our understanding. Once an official translation is available, we will update in case there is a requirement. | Mandatory | All | 29-07-2020 |
| Central | Ministry Of Communications Grants Extension To Submit The Compliance Of Letter Of Intent For Grant Of Internet Service Provider Authorization Under Unified License And Unified License (Virtual Network Operator) | 20-07-2020 | The Ministry of Communications (Ministry) has granted extension to submit the compliance of Letter of Intent (LOI) for grant of Internet Service Provider (ISP) authorization under Unified License and Unified License (Virtual Network Operator) [VNO]. Key Highlights 1. All the applicant companies that had applied for ISP authorization (Category A, B & C) and ISP authorization (VNO) (Category A, B & C) under unified license and have been issued LOI on or after 20th January 2020 and on or before 31st May 2020, have been granted an extension in submission of compliance of LOI till 31st August 2020 in the wake of COVID-19 and post lockdown measures. 2. The companies that have been issued LOI between on or after 20th December 2019 and on or before 19th January 2020, are have been granted an extension in submission of compliance of LOI till 31st August 2020 in the wake of COVID-19 and post lockdown measures. For further details, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | Communications, Internet Service Providers | 31-08-2020 |
| Central | Bis Issues First License For Medical Textiles - Coveralls For Covid-19; Bis Standard Set Is Is 17423:2020 | 20-07-2020 | The Central Marks Department, Bureau of Indian Standards, in a Circular dated 20th July, 2020, has informed that the first license for Medical Textiles- Coveralls for COVID-19, has been granted to M/s Welspun India Limited, Kutch, Gujarat. The BIS Standard for the product, for which the license has been granted, is IS 17423:2020. | Advisory | Healthcare | No end date specified |
| Jammu And Kashmir | District Magistrate Of Jammu Issues Guidelines For Implementing Lockdown During Weekends; Starting 24Th July, 2020, From 6 Pm On Fridays Up To 6 Am On Mondays | 19-07-2020 | The District Magistrate of Jammu has notified guidelines to implement weekend lockdown in the district of Jammu from 6 p.m. on Fridays up to 6 a.m. on Mondays, effective from 24th July, 2020 (Friday). Key Highlights: 1. Complete restriction on movement of individuals, vehicles and all activities within the entire jurisdiction of Jammu district, except the movement for emergency medical requirements for which no pass etc. is required; 2. Only local chemist shops, fruits, vegetables and dairy shops can remain accessible for community needs; 3. The passengers coming out from and going to the Airport / Railway station will be permitted to move on production of tickets; 4. No curfew passes, etc. will be issued; 5. No restrictions have been imposed on the movement of goods carriers, Oil / LPG tankers. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Sikkim | Dm, South Sikkim Issues Directions To Contain The Spread Of The Pandemic In The South Sikkim Region | 18-07-2020 | In an Order dated 18th July, 2020 the District Magistrate, South Sikkim has issued the following instructions- 1. All block development officers of South Sikkim have been directed to track any person who has entered the respective blocks from Pakyong and Rongli Subdivision during the last 10 days i.e. 8th July, 2020 onwards. 2. Any such person identified will have to go through home quarantine for a period of 14 days and must not mix with the general public. The same has to be ensured by the Incident Commanders and Village Level Monitoring Teams. 3. The Village Level Monitoring Teams have to report to the concerned Medical Officer about any person with flu like symptoms for necessary action. 4. The Chief Medical Officer has to further ensure that all patients like flu like symptoms and breathing difficulties compulsorily test for COVID 19. Background: A number of COVID 19 positive cases have been reported from Rongli and Pakyong Subdivision of East District of Sikkim. Therefore, the present Order has been issued to prevent the spread of the disease South Sikkim. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Himachal Pradesh | District Magistrate, Sirmaur District, Himachal Pradesh Issues Prohibitory Order For The City Of Nahan, Effective Since 18Th July, 2020 | 18-07-2020 | With a view to avoid the possibility of community spread of COVID -19, the District Magistrate of Sirmaur District, Nahan, Himachal Pradesh has imposed restrictions / prohibitions in the city of Nahan, effective since 18th July, 2020: Key Highlights: 1. All the shops in the city of Nahan except chemist shops and liquor shops will remain closed from 12 p.m. on 18th July, 2020 up to 7 a.m. on 21st July, 2020; 2. the movement of local residents from the town of Nahan, into the city of Nahan has been prohibited from 12 p.m. on 18th July, 2020 up to 7 a.m. on 21st July, 2020, (except for medical emergency); 3. The roads passing through the city of Nahan to remain open for movement of vehicles and only vehicles coming from varios parts of the district and other places will be permitted. No person travelling in those vehicles will be allowed to travel inside the city of Nahan on foot. The National Highway from Delhi Gate to Govindgarh Petrol Pump, Nahan, will remain closed and traffic movement will be diverted through alternate routes. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Assam | Assam State Disaster Management Authority Issues Guidelines For Extended Lockdown In The Kamrup Metropolitan District; Effective Since 7 Pm On 19Th July, 2020, Up To 7 Pm Of 2Nd August, 2020 | 18-07-2020 | The Assam State Disaster Management Authority, has issued new directives for extension of lockdown in the entire Kamrup Metropolitan District effective since 7 p.m. on 19th July, 2020, up to 7 p.m. of 2nd August, 2020. Key highlights: 1. Telecommunications, internet services, broadcasting and cable services, IT and ITeS to continue. 2. All industrial establishments will be allowed to function, subject to workforce staying in the premises and outwards / inwards movement shall not be allowed; 3. Courier and e-commerce activities are allowed from Monday to Friday between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. 4. All construction activities, including transportation of materials, are allowed, subject to workforce remaining inside the construction sites and owner/builder will be responsible for testing for COVID and maintenance of all COVID protocols. 5. All warehouses are allowed to operate from Monday to Friday between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. with workforce remaining inside the campus and the management will be responsible for testing and maintenance of protocols for COVID-19. Goods carrying vehicles have been allowed on all days 6. Cab aggregators, auto-rickshaws, and manual rickshaws (except e-rickshaws), have been allowed to operate with only 2 passengers at any given time with the operator carrying a negative test report for COVID-19. The operator will be responsible for sanitizing the vehicle after every trip. 7. All shops and business establishments have been allowed to operate on one side of any street on any given day and on the opposite side, on alternative days between Monday and Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Deputy Commissioner, in consultation with trade bodies, will determine the side of the street for opening on alternative days. 8. Wholesalers for both essential and non-essential items have been allowed to operate between Monday and Friday, subject to "one side of the street" norm from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. 9. Vegetables, meat and fish wholesalers have been allowed to operate from Monday to Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. 10. Home delivery of vegetables, meat and fish is allowed from Monday to Saturday between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. 11. Movement of individuals is strictly prohibited between 6 p.m. and 6 a.m. from Monday to Friday. No movement of any individual is allowed at any time on Saturdays and Sundays. 12. Milk, milk products and baby food have been allowed to be sold on all days. 13. Restaurants and other hospitality services have been allowed to function from Monday to Friday during non-curfew hours (curfew hours are 6 p.m. to 6 a.m.), only on take-away basis including online home delivery of cooked food businesses. 14. Pharmaceuticals, medical equipment and medicine wholesalers are allowed on both sides of streets from Monday to Friday. Further, pharmacies have been allowed to operate on all days. 15. Animal food, veterinary medicine and other livestock related activities have been allowed on all days. 16. Pan, guthka and cigarette shops are not allowed to open. 17. Parlours and salons are allowed to open for hair trimming only with street-side restriction from Monday to Friday, between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. 18. Shopkeepers will be allowed to operate with only 50% employees and all employees, including owner, testing negative for COVID-19 and with strict compliance to all the COVID-19 protocols issued by Health Department. 19. Power generation, transmission and distribution units and services will continue with persons with specifically assigned duties being allowed to come out. 20. All private vehicles are barred except for medical emergency and official duty. 21. All designated GMC markets will remain closed. 22. Malls, cinema halls, gymnasiums, yoga centres and all places of public gathering will remain closed. 23. All shopkeepers, employees, delivery persons, technical repair personnel and any other person coming in close contact with members of the public must get themselves tested for COVID-19 and must carry the test result at all times. 24. Wearing of face cover is compulsory in public places, in workplaces and during transport, etc. Violation of the same will attract a fine of Rs. 1000/- for the first offence. It has been stated in the Order that any activity which has not been mentioned in the Order and not permitted/prohibited/restricted by this Order, will be prohibited during this time. | Mandatory | All | 02-08-2020 |
| Meghalaya | District Magistrate Of East Khasi Hills District, Shillong, Issues Guidelines Prescribing Restrictions / Prohibitions In The District; Effective Since 20Th July, 2020 Up To 27Th July, 2020 Everyday From 5 Am To 9 Pm | 18-07-2020 | With a view to put preventive measures in place to eliminate COVID-19, the District Magistrate of East Khasi Hills District has issued prohobitory Order under section 144 of the CrPC to impose restrictions / prohibitions in the entire area of the East Khasi Hills District including Shillong Agglomeration, Civil sub-divisions of Sohra / Pynursla and C&RD Blocks with effect since 20th July, 2020 till 27th July, 2020, on a daily basis from 5 am to 9 pm. Restricted activities 1. Inter state movement. 2. Any assembly whatsoever. However, while enforcing this every individual should ensure that they maintain a social distance of 6 feet, wears mask, respiratory etiquette and strictly follows the various protocols and advisory issued by the Government from time to time. 3. Unregulated major markets and unregulated shopping complexes. 4. Border haats and markets located in inter state borders. 5. Operation of Cinema halls, gymnasiums, entertainment parks, theatres, bars, auditoriums, assembly halls and similar places. 6. All sorts of contact sports and spectators of sports stadium. 7. All forms of public gathering and congregation including social, political, entertainment, academic, cultural and religious functions. 8. Moving in public, work places and during transport without waring a mask. 9. Spitting in public. 10. Consumption of liquor, paan, gutka, tobacco etc. 11. Operation of cyber café, gaming parlours 12. Operation of educational institutions, training centres, coaching classes. 13. Opening of religious places and religious gatherings. Marriage rituals are permitted only after obtaining permission from the Authority. 14. Entry into the District via all entry points of Meghalaya from 23rd July, 2020 midnight till midnight of 31st July, 2020. [Exceptions: Movement related to emergency, medical and essential services, goods, inter state, transit vehicle.] 15. Incoming additional workforce from outside the district. [Exceptions: highly skilled, specialised professionals and technicians regulated by SOPs issued by the Government of Meghalaya. However, due permission with undertaking has to be taken from the office. The exception will remain suspended for incoming pf skilled, highly skilled and specialised professionals from midnight of 23rd July, 2020 to midnight of 31st July, 2020] General Instructions: 1. It is the duty of employers for all kinds of activities like shops, services, establishments, agricultural and industrial activities to ensure that all employees have the Arogya Setu Application and Behavioral Change management app is installed in their phones. 2. Operation of permitted shops, services and establishments, agricultural and industrial commercial activities must adhere to the prescribed standard operating procedures. 3. Individuals must maintain a social distance of atleast 6 feet. 4. Number of persons in funerals and last rites should not exceed 20. 5. Wedding ceremonies can take place with maximum 50 people. Wedding receptions are suspended. 6. Persons above 65 years of age, persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women and children below the age of 10 years must stay at home. 7. Operation of supply chains, wholesalers, and retail outlets, shops, services and other establishments in the whole of East Khasi District will be regulated as per scheduled timings. 8. All resident should also have the Arogya Setu app and Behavioural change management app. Further, the following Orders provided in the Annexures should be strictly adhered to 1. Annexure A- SOP by Labour Department Meghalaya regarding procedure for engaging skilled labourers/workers from outside the state 2. Annexure B- Health Protocol Post Relaxation Of The Lockdown For Entry Into Meghalaya 3. Annexure C- Containment measures to restrict the unregulated entry and exit movement for compliance by the public 4. Annexure D- SOP dated 4th June, 2020 issued by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare on preventive measures to control the spread of COVID 19 in office. | Mandatory | All | 27-07-2020 |
| Meghalaya | District Magistrate Of East Khasi Hills District, Meghalaya, Issues Guidelines To Implement Night Curfew Between 9:00 Pm To 5:00 Am Everyday, Effective Since 20Th July 2020 Till 27Th July 2020 | 18-07-2020 | The District Magistrate of East Khasi Hills District, Meghalaya (Authority), has issued an Order under Section 144 CrPC, to implement Night Curfew between 9:00 pm to 5:00 am; effective since 20th July 2020 till 27th July 2020. Key Highlights: The following have been exempted from Night Curfew: a. Press Print and Electronic Media; b. Postal Service, Telecom, Communications & IT Services c. Online/ Home delivery of food. However, home delivery of food will be exempted only till 10:00 pm. d. Security Forces; e. Medical teams on duty; f. Wholesale and retail pharmacies; g. Police and armed forces; h. Fire and emergency services; i. MeECL, NEEPCO & Power Grid; j. Food and Civil Supply Department; k. FCI; l. Public Works Department; m. Public Health Engineering Department; n. Shillong Municipal Board; o. Petrol Pumps and Indian Oil Corporation; p. Essential services including health services, hospitals, clinics, dispensaries, veterinary clinics, laboratories; q. Authorized workshops and designated spare parts dealerships; r. Government officials on duty; s. Movement of vehicles carrying essential goods, security forces, medical equipment and shops for repair of trucks on highways; All of the above-mentioned activities need to be carried out while adhereing to all protocols and procedures including social distancing, limiting of field staff to the barest minimum and other advisories of Government in Health and Family Welfare Department. However, the drivers and attendants of vehicles are subject to medical screening as per the protocols. The Authority has also stated that the curfew passes for timings falling between 9:00 pm to 5:00 am may be obtained by making online application at https://eastkhasihills.gov.in. Background In order to put preventive and mitigation measures in place to identify and take more stringent steps to contain, reduce and eliminate the spread of COVID-19 in the East Khasi Hills District, the District Magistrate is of the view that Night Curfew be promulgated in the District. For further details, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | All | 27-07-2020 |
| Assam | Assam Government Prohibits Inter-District Movement Of People; Effective Since 22Nd July, 2020 Till Further Orders | 18-07-2020 | The Assam State Disaster Management Authority has prohibited all inter-District movement of individuals since 22nd July, 2020, until further orders. However, inter-district movement may be allowed only for medical and last rite emergencies, only after obtaining written permission from the Deputy Commissioner of the originating district. Movement of goods to continue uninterrupted. Exepmtions provided under Order no. ASDMA.24/ 2020/ Part-1/92 has not been included. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Orders. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Telangana | In Furtherance To Lockdown Order Extended Till 31St July 2020, Govt. Of Telangana Informs That No Shops / Establishments, Except Hospitals And Pharmacies Will Remain Open After 9.30 Pm During This Period | 17-07-2020 | The General Administration Department, Government of Telangana (Government) had with an Order dated 30th June, 2020 implemented Lockdown measures in the State till 31st July, 2020 with certain modifications. Now. with an Notification dated 17th July, 2020 the Government has further intimated that "No shops / establishments, except hospitals and pharmacies, will remain open after 9.30 PM" till 31st July, 2020. | Mandatory | All | 31-07-2020 |
| Andhra Pradesh | Andhra Pradesh Health Department Instructs State Authorities To Spread Awareness On The Requirement Of Wearing Face Cover And Masks In Public Places, Workplaces And During Transport | 17-07-2020 | The Health, Medical and Family Welfare Department, Andhra Pradesh (Department) has in an Order dated 17th July, 2020, instructed the District Collectors, Joint Collectors, Commissioners of Police, Superintendents of Police, Municipal Commissioners, Sub-Collectors, RDOs, MROs and MPDOs of the State to give wide publicity and spread awareness amongst the public to inculcate the habit of wearing of Face Cover and Mask compulsorily in public places, workplaces and during transport, in order to contain the spread of COVID-19. Background: The Department had published the National Directives for preventing the spread of COVID-19 including the direction for compulsory use of face cover in public places, workplaces and during transport, in an earlier Order dated 31st May, 2020. The Department has issued the present Order instructing State Authorities to take necessary action to ensure compliance with use of such face mask or face covering. Please refer to the appended document for further details. Source: Health, Medical and Family Welfare Department, Andhra Pradesh | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Uttarakhand | Uttarakhand Government Notifies Partial Modifications To Earlier Lockdown Guidelines Dated 2Nd July, 2020; Imposes Complete Lockdown On Weekends In The Districts Of Dehradun, Haridwar, U.S. Nagar And Nainital | 17-07-2020 | The Uttarakhand State Disaster Management Authority ("USDMA"), has notified partial modifications to earlier guidelines dated 2nd July, 2020: Key Highlights: 1. Complete lockdown on Saturdays and Sundays in the districts of Dehradun, Haridwar, U.S. Nagar and Nainital, with the following exceptions: a. essential services including operations of industrial units in multiple shifts; b. agricultural and construction activities; c. liquor shops and hotels; d. movement of persons and vehicles associated with the above-mentioned activities; e. movement of goods in National and State Highways; f. loading and unloading of cargo and travel of persons to their destinations after disembarking from buses, trains and airplanes. 2. The inbound persons from other States, irrespective of the mode of travel, have to mandatorily register themselves on the Smart City web portal (smartcitydehradun.uk.gov.in), prior to their travel. Though, no permit / permission will be required for such movement, the registration documents will be necessarily verified at the border check posts; 3. All inbound asymptomatic persons, who have undergone RT-PCR test, from ICMR (Indian Council of Medical Research) authorised lab (not earlier than 72 hours from the time of arrival), reflecting a COVID-negative report will be permitted to enter the State of Uttarakhand without any restriction. Such person will also be exempted from being quarantined. However, such persons are required to upload their medical report on the Smart City web portal; 3. There will be an upper limit of 1500 persons per day (excluding people coming in by trains or flights) for all inbound persons travelling to the State of Uttarakhand without undergoing RT-PCR tests. In exceptional circumstances, District Magistrates will be authorized to issue around 50 permits, over an above this limit, for persons in distress; i. Such persons can be randomly tested for COVID-19 at the border check posts. If found positive, it will be the responsibility of the concerned District Administration, in co-ordination with the Health Authorities to follow the protocols laid down by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare and the State Government of Uttarakhand; ii. All inbound persons who are not coming from a high-load COVID-19 infected city, will only be home quarantined for 14 days. iii. All inbound persons from high-load COVID-19 infected cities, irrespective of the mode of travel will have to mandatorily undergo institutional quarantine for 7 days and subsequently be under 7 days of home quarantine. However, all pregnant women, seriously ill persons and persons above 65 years of age or persons accompanied by children below the age of 10 years, will be exempted from the mandatory period of 7-days institutional quarantine and are permitted to stay in home quarantine for 14 days. iv. For the purpose of the limit of 1500 persons, all inbound asymptomatic workers, employees, experts / consultants and suppliers involved in business and management of industries located in Uttarakhand, travelling for the purpose of business, technical expertise for industries or other, will not be counted. However, all these inbound asymptomatic workers, employees, experts/consultants and suppliers will be allowed only after showing the authorization letter by the concerned agencies at the border check posts. The above-mentioned guidelines have been prescribed over and above the guidelines notified by the Ministry of Home Affairs on 29th of June, 2020 and the ones issued by the Government of Uttarakhand on 2nd of July, 2020. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended documents. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Punjab | Punjab Government Rolls Out Treatment Charges For Covid-19 Patients; Applicable To Private Hospitals, Nursing Homes And Clinics | 16-07-2020 | In a Notification dated 16th July, 2020, the Department of Health and Family Welfare, Government of Punjab (Department) has issued information regarding treatment charges for COVID-19 patients availing treatment at private hospitals, nursing homes and clinics. 1. The Order lays down the charge per day package rates for COVID related treatment that will be charged by the private hospitals, NABH accredited hospitals, private medical colleges without PG courses, Non NABH accredited hospitals for patients with moderate sickness, severe sickness and very severe sickness depending upon whether they require isolation beds, ICU without ventilator and ICU with ventilators. 2. The hospitals have to follow national/ regional guidelines while admitting COVID 19 patients. 3. The rates of private hospitals will be all inclusive as a package which includes food and other amenities, monitoring, nursing care, doctors visits, consults etc. 4. Further, the package rates will also include costs of medical care of underlying co-morbid conditions, including supportive care and cost of medication. 5. Drugs like Tocilizumab and Remdesvir are excluded from the package and will be charged as per the MRP. 6. The proposed charges will apply to paediatric patients as well. For pregnant women, cost of delivery and care of new born would be charged by the hospital as per the prevailing rates. 7. There will be no compromise on the quality of clinical care services provided to the patients receiving treatment as per the proposed charges. In continuation to the abovementioned order, in another order dated 17th July, 2020 the Department has informed the following- 1. The approved rates are applicable to bona fide residents of Punjab for self reporting patients to private institutions only. 2. Approved rates are applicable for isolation wards only. 3. For patients with insurance cover, any rates determined between the hospital and the TPA, insurance company, corporate employee will apply. For a detailed read of the Orders, please refer to the attached documents. | Mandatory | hospitals, nursing homes and clinics | No end date specified |
| Central | District Magistrate Of North Goa Imposes Restrictions On Movement Of Individuals For Non-Essential Activities; Effective Since 16Th July, 2020 Upto 10Th August, 2020 | 16-07-2020 | With a view to contain the spread of the COVID-19, the District Magistrate of North Goa has imposed restrictions on the movement of all individuals for non-essential activities between 8:00pm to 6:00am, effective since 16th July 2020, upto 10th August, 2020. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | All | 10-08-2020 |
| Central | Irdai Notifies Guidelines On Settlement Of Claims For Treatment At Make-Shift Or Temporary Hospitals Set Up By The Government; Applicable To General And Health Insurers (Except Ecgc And Aic) | 16-07-2020 | The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India ("IRDAI") has notified guidelines for all General and Health insurers with regard to settlement of claims at make-shift or temporary hospitals permitted by Government. In order to ensure that the costs of treatment of COVID 19 are covered as per the terms and conditions of policy contract, IRDAI has clarified that a make-shift or temporary hospital permitted by Central / State government will be regarded as a hospital or network provider and insurers will settle claims as per the following norms a. a policyholder who is diagnosed as Covid-19 positive and admitted into any such make-shift or temporary hospital on the advice of a medical practitioner or appropriate Government authorities, notwithstanding the definition of hospital specified in the terms and conditions of policy contract, the treatment costs shall be settled by the insurer; b. where any network provider has set up any such make-shift or temporary hospital, such make-shift or temporary hospital shall be regarded as an extension of the network provider and cashless facility shall be made available. Insurers have been directed to expedite the settlement of all such claims in accordance with the regulatory framework, incorporate the above-mentioned norms in claim guidelines and inform all the TPAs immediately. | Mandatory | General and Health Insurers | No end date specified |
| Odisha | Government Of Odisha Notifies Guidelines For Implementation Of Lockdown In Districts Of Khurda, Ganjam, Cuttack And Jajpur And The Rourkela Municipal Corporation Of The Sundergarh District; Effective From 9 P.M. On 17.07.2020 Up To 31.07.2020 | 16-07-2020 | The Government of Odisha has notified guidelines for implementation of lockdown in the entire jurisdictions of Khurda, Ganjam, Cuttack and Jajpur districts and the Rourkela Municipal Corporation (Sundergarh district) starting from 9 p.m. on 17th July, 2020, up to 31st July, 2020. During the above-mentioned period, all shops and commercial establishments, offices and institutions shall remain closed and mobility of people restricted, with certain exemptions. Key Highlights of exempted activities: 1. Economic and other activities- i. IT and ITeS units with bare minimum staff for critical operations. ii. All industrial units, factories and construction activities. iii. Operations of e-commerce establishments such as Flipkaft, Amazon, etc., including their warehousing and delivery activities iv. Agriculture, horticulture, fisheries, animal husbandry, veterinary services and allied activities. v. Operation of hotels and hospitality units, including their associated offices, movement of staff and associated personnel. vi. Dhabas along National and State Highways/major roads, for takeaway only. vii. Petrol pumps, CNG stations and LPG, including their bottling, distribution and retail outlets. viii.Print and electronic media identified by Commissionerate/District Police. ix. Marriages and funerals, with permission from local authority. 2. Utilities and essential services- i. All medical establishments including government and private hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, including medicine stores. Movement of ambulance and all medical personnel including doctors and paramedics. ii. Water supply, sanitation and sewerage workers. iii. Power generation, transmission and distribution. 3. Transport- i. Movement of air, sea and rail transport. Operations of airports, railway stations, bus terminals and their associated offices, along with movement of associated personnel and activities. ii. Road transport and movement of transiting vehicles on highways. iii. Movement of goods and goods carriers, whether loaded or unloaded. iv. Movement of public transport, private vehicles and taxis (including cabs by aggregators like Ola, Uber, etc.) to and from airpofts, railway stations and bus terminals/stands/stops, for facilitating movement of passengers by air, rail and road. 4. Vegetables, food and grocery- i. Shops selling vegetables, grocery and milk are permitted to operate between 6 a.m. to 1 p.m. ii. Home delivery of food, groceries, vegetables, egg, fish, meat and other essential items by restaurants and aggregators such as Zomato, Swiggy, OPOLFED, OMFED, Chilika Fresh, etc. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | All | 31-07-2020 |
| Goa | District Magistrate Of South Goa Imposes Restrictions On Movement Of Individuals For Non-Essential Activities; Effective Since 16Th July, 2020 Upto 10Th August, 2020 | 16-07-2020 | With a view to contain the spread of the COVID-19, the District Magistrate of South Goa has imposed restrictions on the movement of all individuals for non-essential activities between 8:00pm to 6:00am, effective since 16th July 2020, upto 10th August, 2020. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | All | 10-08-2020 |
| Goa | District Magistrate, South Goa Notifies Prohibitory Order Under Section 144 Of Crpc To Impose Restrictions On Certain Activities Since 16Th July, 2020 Till 20Th July, 2020 | 16-07-2020 | In addition to the activities restricted earlier in Order dated 8th June, 2020, the District Magistrate of South Goa (Authority) imposed restrictions on certain activities since 16th July, 2020 upto 20th July, 2020. Key Highlights Some of the restricted activities are as follows: 1. All shops/ establishments except essentials; 2. Restaurants; 3. Tea shops, Pan shops, Street food vendors, Other food shops/ joints (Dhabas, Gaddas), Beach shacks and all other types of eateries; 4. Public Transport except taxis; 5. Markets except for essentials; 6. Offices including Government excluding those pertaining to essential Government functioning and private offices excluding those pertaining to essential services; 7. Sports complexes; 8. Shopping Malls; 9. Wine and liquor shops; and 10. All religious places/ places of worships for public; For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | All | 20-07-2020 |
| Central | District Magistrate Of North Goa Notifies Prohibitory Order Under Section 144 Of Crpc To Impose Restrictions On Certain Activities Since 16Th July, 2020 Till 20Th July, 2020 | 16-07-2020 | In addition to the activities restricted earlier in Order dated 7th June, 2020, the District Magistrate, North Goa (Authority) has imposed restrictions on certain activities since 16th July, 2020 till 20th July, 2020. Key Highlights: Some of the activities that have been restricted are listed below: 1. All shops / establishments except essentials; 2. Restaurants; 3. Tea shops, Pan shops, Street food vendors, Other food shops/joints (Dhabas, Gaddas), Beach shacks and all other types of eateries; 4. Public Transport except taxis; 5. Markets except for essentials; 6. Offices including Government excluding those pertaining to essential Government functioning and private offices excluding those pertaining to essential services; 7. Sports complexes; 8. Shopping Malls; 9. Wine and liquor shops; 10. All religious places/ places of worships for public; For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | All | 20-07-2020 |
| Maharashtra | Maharashtra Labour Welfare Board Relaxes The Timeline For Accepting Online Contribution To The Maharashtra Labour Welfare Fund In View Of The Continued Impact Of Covid-19 Pandemic | 15-07-2020 | In view of the continued impact of COVID-19 pandemic, the Maharashtra Labour Welfare Board (Board) has extended the last date for accepting online contribution to the Maharashtra Labour Welfare Fund for the period of June 2020 to August 15, 2020. The actual date for payment of contribution for the half-year ended June 30 is July 15, 2020. The information on relaxation has been made available by the Board in a pop up notice on its home page at https://public.mlwb.in/public. | Mandatory | All | 15-08-2020 |
| Central | Mof Issues Clarification On Gst Rate On Alcohol Based Hand Sanitizers | 15-07-2020 | Ministry of Finance has issued Press release dated 15th July, 2020 to clarify that alcohol based hand sanitizers attract GST at the rate of 18% stating that sanitizers are disinfectants like soaps, anti-bacterial liquids, dettol etc. all of which attract duty standard rate of 18% under the GST regime. It has been further clarified that inputs for manufacture of hand sanitizers are chemicals packing material, input services, which also attract a GST rate of 18% and reducing the GST rate on sanitizers and other similar items would lead to an inverted duty structure and put the domestic manufacturers at disadvantage vis-a-vis importers. | Mandatory | All | Permanent change in law |
| Nagaland | Health Department Of Nagaland Implements Containment Plan To Break The Cycle Of Transmission And Decrease The Morbidity And Mortality Due To Covid-19; Prescribes The Nature Of Surveillance, Supervision And Testing To Be Carried Out In Containment And Buffer Zones | 15-07-2020 | The Directorate of Health and Family Welfare, Nagaland on 15th July, 2020 has implemented a Containment Plan for COVID-19 in the State to break the cycle of transmission and decrease the morbidity and mortality owing to COVID-19. This Plan is based on the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare's revised Containment Plan issued on 16th May, 2020 and the COVID-19 Cluster Containment Plan - Nagaland issued earlier on 30th March, 2020. The Plan defines Containment and Buffer Zones and prescribed the nature of surveillance, supervision and testing to be carried out in these zones. Containment Zone: On receiving the signal, the State Rapid Response Team (RRT) and district RRT teams of IDSP will be deployed to undertake mapping of cases and contacts so as to delineate the containment and buffer zones. Containment Zones are delineated based on: 1) Mapping of cases and contacts; 2) Geographical dispersion of cases and contacts; 3) Area having well demarcated perimeter; 4) Enforceability of perimeter control; The RRT will do listing of cases, contacts and their mapping. This area should therefore be appropriately defined by the district task force/local urban bodies with technical inputs at local level. Buffer Zone: A Buffer Zone has to be delineated around each containment zone. Buffer zone is primarily the area wherein additional and focused attention is needed so as to ensure that infection does not spread to adjoining areas. For effective containment, it is of paramount importance that the buffer zone needs to be a large area. During the initial setting up of perimeter control for containment and buffer zones by Rapid Response Team, there may be additional measures on the side of taking extra precaution. Therefore, periodic review of surveillance data may lead to re-defining the containment and buffer zones. The containment zone may accordingly increase or reduce in size based on additional evidence. For a detailed read, please refer to appended Order. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Sebi Provides Relaxation From Compliance With Provisions Of The Sebi (Ilds ) Regulation, Sebi (Ncrps) Regulations And Sebi Circulars Relating To Listing Of Cps; Issuers Allowed To Use Financials As Available On 31.12.2019. For Listing Of Ncds/Ncrps/Cps | 15-07-2020 | The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has, in a Circular dated 15th July, 2020, permitted listed issuers, who have issued Non - Convertible Debentures (NCDs) / Non Convertible Redeemable Preference Shares (NCRPS)/ Commercial Paper(s) (CPs) on or after 1st July, 2020 and intend/propose to list such NCDs/NCRPS/CPs on or before 31st July, 2020, to use the financial results as available on 31st December, 2019. Background: The SEBI (Issue and Listing of Debt Securities) Regulations, 2008 require issuers to submit the latest audited financials which are not be older than six months. Compliant listed entities are, however, permitted to use unaudited financials. In light of the prevailing COVID-19 pandemic, SEBI had extended the timeline for submission of financial results for the quarter/half year/annual financial year for the period ending 31st March, 2020 till 31st July, 2020. Subsequently, SEBI had received representations from listed entities seeking extension for listing their NCDs/NCRPS/CPs, pending finalization of their annual accounts for the financial year ending 31st March, 2020. Hence, SEBI issued this circular allowing issuers to use financial results, available as on 31st December, 2019, for the purpose of listing of NCDs/NCRPS/CPs. Please refer to the appended documents for further details. Source: Securities and Exchange Board of India | Mandatory | All | 31-07-2020 |
| Gujarat | Gujarat Government Issues The Clinical Management Protocol For Covid 19 Pandemic | 15-07-2020 | In a Notification dated 15th July, 2020 the Gujarat Government has published on its website the Clinical Management Protocol for COVID 19 which has been issued by the Government of India . The document also provides a guidance on specimen collection, processing, transportation, including related biosafety procedures. For a detailed read of the document, please refer to the attachment. | Advisory | Healthcare | No enddate specified |
| Odisha | Odisha Government Informs That Perpetrators In Any Incident Of Violence Against Members Of Medical Community Will Be Detained Under The National Security Act, 1980 | 15-07-2020 | The Revenue and Disaster Management Department, Odisha (Department) has, in an Order dated 15th July, 2020 informed that the perpetrators, in any incident of violence against any member of the medical community (Doctors, Nurses, para-medical staff, health workers and other support workers) engaged in the active line of duty in fighting COVID-19 pandemic, will be detained under Section 3(2) of the National Security Act, 1980 (Act) . Background: The Department had in an Order dated 22nd April, 2020, informed that the Government would take stringent action against the culprits in any incident of violence against any member of the medical community. The Department has now clarified that such culprits will detained under the provisions of the Act. Please refer to the appended document for further details. Source: Revenue and Disaster Management Department, Odisha | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Telangana | Telangana State Innovation Cell (Tsic) Launches Program To Benefit Start-Ups To Scale Post Covid-19 Pandemic | 14-07-2020 | The Telangana State Innovation Cell (TSIC) has announced a collaborative initiative to support the start-up ecosystem - the Rejig-HydStartups. Acknowledging the struggle that start-ups have been facing due to the economic slowdown caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, TSIC has along with some of the most prominent incubators and enablers tried to bring in collective support for start-ups in the State. Rejig.HydStartups applications open at present and due on July 20th, 2020. The program will run for 4 weeks, and conclude with the demo days to investors and corporates in mid-August. This is a large-scale mentoring program for start-ups to rejig strategy to pivot towards customers and increased revenue post-COVID-19. The initiative will work with start-ups from several incubators and outside. A program for strategy rejig followed by pitch preparation for equity funding, debt or corporate market access will be provided. The initiative Re-jig.HydStartups is powered by incubators like T-Hub, CIE-IIITH, IKP, RICH and TiE among others. This collective initiative will help start-ups in securing funding to tide over the crunch period. Start-ups from various domains will be enabled through domain-specific mentoring and market access. The sectors targeted are EdTech, FinTech, FMCG, Manufacturing, Agri/Food tech, Med/Life sciences and Emerging technologies. The shortlisted start-ups will be given 3 weeks of mentoring to review their strategy and re-fine it to address present business climate and constraints, specifically identify promising domains and target companies, and revise the positioning and pitch. On the final pitch day event, over 100 screened start-ups will get to pitch for equity funding, collateral-free debt funding, or corporate market access. Leading companies in the targeted domains will be invited to review the start-ups and consider pilots. | Advisory | Start-up | 20-07-2020 |
| Central | Advisory To Health/General Insurers Regarding Cashless Facility To The Policyholders | 14-07-2020 | Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India ("IRDAI") had received reports that some hospitals are not granting cashless facility for treatment of Covid-19 despite such arrangements with the insurers. It is also brought to the notice of the Authority that some of these hospitals are also demanding cash deposits from the policyholders. As per the provisions of the IRDAI (Health Insurance) Regulations, 2016, general and health insurance companies are expected to enter into agreements with public and private sector healthcare providers across the geographical spread. Further, general and health insurance companies may offer policies providing cashless services to the policyholders. For the purpose of providing cashless services insurers / Third Party Administrators ("TPAs") shall enlist network providers (hospitals) to provide medical services and shall also enter in to a service level agreement. Advisory for insurance companies - 1. Insurance companies are advised to ensure that where the policyholder is notified about availability of cashless facility at the empanelled network provider, the cashless facility at such network provider shall be made available to the policyholder in accordance to the terms and conditions of the policy contract and as per the terms agreed in Service Level Agreement ("SLA"). 2. Where any network provider denies cashless facility and deviates from agreed terms of the SLA, insurance company shall take an appropriate action against such network providers as provided in SLA. Also, where policyholders' interests are affected because of the conduct of the network providers, such instances should be immediately reported to the appropriate Government Agencies. 3. In denial of cashless facility at any such network providers (hospitals) the aggrieved policyholders may send a complaint to the concerned insurance company. The details and email ids of Grievance redressal officers of insurance companies can be accessed from the website of the insurers or at the following link: https://www.irdai.gov.in/ADMINCMS/cms/NormalData_Layout.aspx?page=PageNo225&mid=14.2 | Advisory | Insurance Companies | No end date specified |
| Central | Insurance Companies Will Provide A 5% Discount In Premium Of corona Kavach To Doctors, Nurses And Other Healthcare Workers; Informs Irdai | 14-07-2020 | In a Press Release dated 14th July, 2020 the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) has informed that the insurance companies will provide a 5% discount in premium of Corona Kavach to doctors, nurses and other healthcare workers, in terms of the guidelines issued by IRDAI. All eligible individuals can avail the discount at the point of purchase of Corona Kavach. Background- As mandated by IRDAI, all the 30 general and health insurers that offer indemnity-based health insurance, have now started offering Individual Covid-specific Standard Health Policy called Corona Kavach. In view of the COVID-19 pandemic, IRDAI has designed a standard COVID specific product called the Corona Kavach. All General and Health Insurers have to mandatorily offer this indemnity based Individual Covid Standard Health Policy. Earlier, in another Press Release dated 10th July, 2020 IRDAI had listed out the key features for this policy. In light of these, through the present Press Release, it has now been informed that insurance companies will provide a 5% discount in premium of Corona Kavach to doctors, nurses and other healthcare workers | Mandatory | Insurance companies | No end date specified |
| West Bengal | Town-Wide Lockdown Implemented In Jalpaiguri, Malda, Coochbehar, Raiganj And Silliguri From 15Th July, 2020; Containment In 'Broad-Based Containment Zones' To Remain Effective In West Bengal Till 19Th July 2020 | 14-07-2020 | The Government of West Bengal (Government) has directed extension of earlier Order dated 7th July, 2020, which imposed strict lockdown and rigorous implementation of containment policy and practices for combatting spread of COVID-19 through broad-based Containment Zone approach till 19th July 2020. Furthermore, town-wide lockdown has been implemented in Jalpaiguri, Malda, Coochbehar, Raiganj and Silliguri effective from 15th July, 2020. The Government has also directed that the rigours of containment in the earmarked containment zones should particularly be enforced in and around the city of Kolkata and the towns of Jalpaiguri, Malda, Coochbehar, Raiganj and Silliguri. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Orders. | Mandatory | All | 19-07-2020 |
| Bihar | Lockdown Imposed In Bihar For 16 Days Starting From 16Th July, 2020, Up To 31St July, 2020 | 14-07-2020 | The Home Department, Government of Bihar, has imposed lockdown in the State Headquarters, District Headquarters, Sub-divisional Headquarters, Block Headquarters and all Municipal areas in the state of Bihar, for a period of 16 days starting from 16th July, 2020, up to 31st July, 2020. Key Highlights: 1. Commercial and private establishments shall be closed, with the following exceptions- i. Banks, insurance offices, and ATM which will include all bank related subsidiaries and offices like Cash Management, IT services etc; ii. Print and electronic media; iii. Telecommunications, internet services, broadcasting and cable services. IT and IT enabled Services permitted only for essential services and as far as possible to work from home; iv. E-commerce (all kind of goods); v. Petrol pumps. LPG petroleum and gas retail and storage outlets; vi. Power generation, transmission and distribution units and services; vii. Capital and debt market services as notified by the Securities and Exchange Board of India; viii. Cold storage and warehousing services; ix. Private security services; x. Hospitality services including Hotels/Motels/Lodges. Restaurants/ Dhaba/Eateries will be allowed to open with home delivery/take away services only; xi. Repair and maintenance activities- garage, mobile repair, shops related to repair and maintenance parts, etc.; to be allowed by the district administration; All other establishments may work-from-home only. 2. Industrial establishments will be allowed to open with strict implementation of necessary precautions against COVID-19, as well as social distancing measures, as advised by Health Department from time to time. However, such establishments will work in-situ in urban areas. 3. All transport services will be suspended, with the following exceptions- i. As per the guidelines issued by Ministry of Civil Aviation and Ministry of Railways, air and rail transport will remain functional; ii. Taxies, auto rickshaws, etc. will be permitted across Bihar; iii. Private vehicles will be allowed across Bihar for permitted activities as mentioned in this Order; iv. Transportation of goods will be allowed without any hindrance, including loading and unloading at the warehouses; v. All Govemment vehicles, and private vehicles carrying Government Office staffs will be allowed to commute on their office I-cards; vi. All essential service providers will be allowed to commute only from home to workplace. 4. All construction related activities will be allowed along with the functioning of construction related shops. 5. Hospitals and all related medical establishments, including their manufacturing and distribution units, both in public and private sector, such as dispensaries, chemist and medical equipment shops, laboratories, clinics, nursing homes, ambulance, etc. will continue to remain functional. The transportation for all medical personnel, nurses, para-medical staff, other hospital support services are permitted. This will be applicable on veterinary services and establishments also. 6. All agriculture related activities will be allowed along with the functioning of agriculture related shops. 7. All educational, training, research, coaching institution, etc. will remain closed. Online/distance learning will continue to be permirred and will be encouraged; 8. All places of worship will be closed for public. No religious congregation will be permitted, without any exception; 9. All social/political/sports/entertainment/academic/cultural/rerigious functions/gathering and opening of parks will be barred. Sports complexes and stadium will be permitted to open, however spectarors will not be allowed; 10. The National Directives for COVID-19 issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs ("MHA") will be applicable; 11. The orders of MHA regarding Containment Zones will continue to be effective; It has been stated that this Order will supersede all Orders issued by the concerned District Magistrates in their respecrive area of jurisdiction regarding the lockdown with respect to containment of COVID-19. Further, the District Magistrates cannot dilute restrictions imposed by this Order, but based on their assessment of the situation, may prohibit certain activities in areas outside containment zones. | Mandatory | All | 31-07-2020 |
| Nagaland | Government Of Nagaland Publishes Document Containing Important Information Related To Infection Prevention And Control Guidelines For Covid-19 | 14-07-2020 | The Government of Nagaland, has published a document on its website, containing important information related to infection prevention and control guidelines for COVID-19. The document contains information under the folowing heads: 1. The New Normal; 2. Rational use of PPE- For COVID hospitals, COVID blocks and frontline workers; 3. Rational use of PPE- For Non-COVID hospitals and Non-COVID treatment areas; 4. PPE Donning; 5. PPE Doffing; and 6. Environmental cleaning in healthcare facilities. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended document | Advisory | Healthcare | No end date specified |
| Sikkim | Home Department, Sikkim Issues New Guidelines On Measures To Contain The Spread Of Covid-19 In The State | 14-07-2020 | The Home Department, Sikkim (Department) has, in an Order dated 14th July, 2020, issued new Guidelines on measures to contain the spread of COVID-19. The new Guidelines have been notified as inclusion/ modification to the existing Guidelines for Phased Re-Opening (Unlock-2) in the State: Key Highlights: 1. Inter-district and intra-district movement is prohibited. Only local movement of people and authorised vehicles has been permitted; 2. Movement of all private vehicles including two-wheelers has been prohibited; The Department has, however, clarified that taxis will be allowed to operate, as per the existing odd/even stipulation, for local movement only. Also, two wheelers will be allowed to operate for the purpose of food delivery; 3. Any passes for movement issued by the authorities, other than the Department, Sikkim Police, Health and Forests Department shall now become invalid. New passes may be issued by the District Collector alone only in case of medical emergency, official purposes and extreme exigency; 4. Gyms and bars have been prohibited from operating. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. Source: Home Department, Sikkim | Mandatory | All | 31-07-2020 |
| Meghalaya | Meghalaya Imposes Night Curfew In Ekh District W.E.F. 15Th July Upto 20Th July, 2020 Between 9:00 Pm To 5:00 Am; Ftrhqr Bsf Campus, Umpling Declared Containment Area | 14-07-2020 | The District Magistrate, East Khasi District Hills, Shillong (DM) has, in an Order dated July 14, 2020 imposed night curfew in the district area. The curfew has been declared to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 and take further steps to ensure that the pandemic is contained, reduced and eliminated in East Khasi Hills District and Meghalaya. To achieve this, the authorities would take steps such as rigorous contact tracing, testing, quarantine, isolation and ensuring observance of strict protocols of the Advisories issued by Government of Meghalaya. The night curfew is effective since 15th of July, 2020 upto 20th of July, 2020 and will operate in the time frame of 09:00 PM to 5:00 AM each day. The order also lists out the services to which night curfew will not apply (pasted below for your reference). 1. Security Forces 2. Medical Teams on duty. 3. Wholesale and Retail Pharmacies. 4. Police and Armed Forces. 5. Fire & Emergency Service. 6. MeECL, NEEPCO & Power Grid. 7. Food and Civil Supply Department 8. FCI. 9. Public Works Department (PWD) 10. Public Health Engineering (PHE) Department 11. Shillong Municipal Board. 12. Postal Service, Telecom, Communications & IT Services. 13. Press, Print & Electronic Media. 14. Petrol Pumps including Indian Oil Corporation (OIC). 15. Essential services including Health Services, Hospitals, Clinics, Dispensaries, Veterinary clinics, Labs. 16. Online/home food delivery. However, home delivery of food shall be exempted only up to 9:00 PM. 17. Authorized workshops and designated spare parts dealerships of Health and Family Welfare Department, Govt. of Meghalaya. 18. Government Officials on Duty. These exempted services, however, are mandated to strictly comply with all protocols and procedures including social distancing, limiting of field staff to the barest minimum and other advisories of Government in the Health and Family Welfare Department. While movement of vehicles carrying essential goods, security forces, medical equipment's and shops for repair of trucks on highways are exempted, the Drivers and attendants of the vehicles must be subject to medical screening as per laid down protocols. Curfew passes for timings falling during the night curfew period can be obtained online by making an application at eastkhasihills.gov.in. Additionally, the DM has also stated that exemption granted to Official and Non-Official emergency/essential services, establishments and agencies above will not extend to Ftr HQr BSF Campus, Umpling which has been declared a containment area in another office order dated July 9, 2020. Under this order dated July 9, 2020, the region has been declared a containment area to restrict unregulated entry and exit movement. In this regard the order lays down the following measures to be complied with by the public: ¢ No person/public shall be allowed to move into the containment area and inhabitants within the Containment area shall not move out. ¢ All the inhabitants within the containment area shall strictly remain inside their home. ¢ No gatherings, events, functions whatsoever of any nature and forms shall be allowed ¢ No Social, Political, Religious, Economic activities are allowed ¢ All the shopping establishments of whatsoever nature shall be closed immediately. The supply of essential and medical requirements will be ensured through various teams formed by the District Administration. ¢ All Government & Private Intuitions located within the boundary of the containment area is hereby closed forthwith, till further Orders. A violation of the order will attract prosecution under the penal provision of Disaster Management Act, 2005 and Indian Penal Code, 1860. Both orders are appended for reference. | Mandatory | All | 20-07-2020 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | Arunachal Pradesh Issues Document Containing Information About Capital Complex Lockdown Sop; Valid Up Till 20Th July, 2020 | 14-07-2020 | The Government of Arunachal Pradesh has issued a document containing information about Capital Complex Lockdown SoP, valid up till 20th July, 2020. Key Highlights: 1. No movement of people, including vehicles, allowed, except for the conditions provided. 2. All Commercial and Private establishments will remain closed, except the following: i. Banks and ATM. ii. Print and Electronic Media. iii. Health Facilities and Pharmacies. iv. Telecommunications, internet service, broadcasting and cable service. v. Power, Water and other utility services. vi. Grocery shops and vegetable vendors in colonies, to be regulated by the respective District Collectors, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. 3. All Industrial establishments will remain closed except continuous process manufacturing units. 4. All transportation services will remain suspended with certain exceptions, like transports for essential goods and emergency services like fire, etc., are allowed. 5. Hospitality Services will remain suspended except fot those establishments used/earmarked for quarantine facilities. 6. All social, political, sports, entertainment, academic, cultural, religious functions and gatherings are barred. | Mandatory | All | 20-07-2020 |
| Sikkim | Sikkim Government Issues Prohibitory Order For Rongli And Pakyong Sub Division; Valid Till 31St July, 2020 | 14-07-2020 | The Government of Sikkim in a Prohibitory Order dated 14th July, 2020 has directed the following measures of lockdown to be strictly implemented in Rongli and Pakyong Sub Division- A. Complete safety restrictions- All shops, hotels, restaurants, commercial establishments, Government offices, private offices, factories, workshops and godowns in Rongli and Pakyong Sub Division will remain closed till 31st July, 2020. Exceptions: a. Law enforcement agencies, police, armed forces. b. Health services and transportation. c. Electricity, water and sanitisation services. d. Banks and ATMs. e. Telecom, internet and postal services. f. Shops of PDs, groceries, vegetables, fruits, meat, fish, bread, milk, medicines, and the service of storage and transportation required items. However, these shops will be open from 9 a.m to 4 p.m. Note- This restriction will not apply to loading, unloading of essential commodities. g. Telecom, internet and postal services. h. Petrol pump. LPG cylinders, oil agencies and milk outlets, godowns and transportation. i. Private Clinics, pharmaceutical manufacturing, medical equipment manufacturing and transportation. j. Commissioned hydro power generation projects k. Print, electronic and social media. l. Animal and cattle feed. m. Home delivery and transportation of all essential goods, pharmaceuticals, medical equipments, LPG Cylinders, groceries, vegetables, fruits, milk and dairy products, meat, except cooked food will be allowed from 9 am to 4pm. n. Manufacturing units engaged in production of essential items not specified above can operate after obtaining permission from the Government. o. Any other production or manufacturing units requiring continuous process may also continue to operate after obtaining permission from the Government. B. Restrictions on intra sub division movement- In the abovementioned areas, a gathering of more than 5 persons is prohibited. Further, the present Order directs complete prohibition on any kind of vehicular movement except in cases of medical emergency, official purpose and extreme exigency. C. Restrictions on inter sub division movement- All vehicular movement including transportation of medical emergency, pharmaceutical companies, print and media personnel, telecom and internet, radio, cable and tv services and law agencies is completely restricted between 8am to 9 pm within Rongli and Pakyong Sub division on the basis of the passes issued by the Authority. Please note that the vehicles engaged in transportation of essential commodities will not be required to take permits. Please Note- 1. The order has become effective since 15th July, 2020 and will remain in force till 31st July, 2020. 2. The previous orders regarding containment zones at Rongli Bazaar and Rhenock Bazaar will remain in force till 19th July, 2020 or till further orders. | Mandatory | All | 31-07-2020 |
| Karnataka | In Light Of The Present Restrictions, Karnataka Government Prohibits The Sale Of Liquor | 14-07-2020 | The Government of Karnataka in an Order dated 14th July, 2020 has prohibited all liquor sales within the Bangalore City Police Commission in light of the present lockdown which is being strictly implemented in Bangalore city limits. Please note that the Order is in vernacular and has been drafted as per the best of our understanding. | Mandatory | All | 21-07-2020 |
| Meghalaya | District Magistrate, East Khasi Hills District, Shillong, Issues Guidelines Prescribing Restrictions / Prohibitions In The District Including Shillong Agglomeration, Civil Sub-Divisions Of Sohra / Pynursla And C&Rd Blocks With Effect Since 15Th July, 2020 Till 20Th July, 2020, Everyday From 5 A.M. To 9 P.M. | 14-07-2020 | The District Magistrate of East Khasi Hills District in Shillong, Meghalaya, has imposed restrictions / prohibitions in the entire area of the East Khasi Hills District including Shillong Agglomeration, Civil sub-divisions of Sohra / Pynursla and C&RD Blocks with effect since 15th July, 2020 till 20th July, 2020, everyday from 5 a.m. to 9 p.m. General Instructions: 1. Operation of permitted shops, services, establishments, agricultural, industrial and commercial activities has to strictly adhere to the SOPs and National Directives of Government for COVID-19 management in public places and workplaces including mandatory compliance to the advisories of the Health and Family Welfare Department; 2. Employers for all form of activities including shops, services, establishments, agricultural, industrial, etc., have to ensure that the Aarogya Setu application and the Behaviour Change Management application is installed by all their employees, having compatible mobile phones; 3. Operation of supply chains / wholesalers and retail outlets, shops, services and other establishments in the entire district will be regulated as per timings and dates that will be released in advance from time to time by the District Magistrate of the East Khasi Hills District; 4. Individuals must maintain a minimum distance of 6 feet (2 metres) in public places. 5. Persons above 65 years of age, person with co-morbidities, pregnant women and children below the age of 10 years have been advised to stay at home, except for meeting essential requirements and for health purposes. 6. All residents of the district are to install the Aarogya Setu application and the Behaviour Change Management application on compatible mobile phones and regularly update their health status on the application. 7. Passes for all forms of outward inter-state movement from the district will will only be issued by the District Magistrate, East Khasi Hills District. The prohibited activities are as follows: 1. Inter-state movement. 2. Any assembly whatsoever and while enforcing this, every individual to mandatorily maintain social distancing of at least 6 feet, wearing of masks, respiratory etiquette and strictly follow without fail, the various protocols and advisories of the Health and Family Welfare Department of the Government at all times. 3. Operation of unregulated major markets (iew heh/iew die lang) and unregulated shopping complexes. 4. Border haats and markets located in the inter-state borders. 5. Operation of all cinema halls, gymnasium, swimming pools, entertainment parks, theatres, bars and auditorium, assembly halls and similar recreational places. 6. All forms of contact sports and spectators in sports grounds and stadiums. 7. Operation of educational institutions, training centres and coaching classes (tutions), barring online/distance learning . 8. Opening of religious places, places of worship, of all faiths to the public including religious gatherings and congregation. However, marriage rituals in places of worship is permitted only after obtaining due permission from the District Magistrate of the East Khasi Hills District, Shillong. 9. All forms of large public gathering and congregation including social, political, entertainment, academic, cultural, religious functions, etc. 10. Moving in public, workplaces and during transport, without a mask. 11. Spitting in public places. 12. Consumption of liquor, pan, gutka, tobacco, etc., in public places. 13. Incoming additional workforce from outside the district except for skilled, highly skilled, specialized professionals and technecians regulated by the Standard Operating Procedure ("SOP") of the Labour Department of the Government of Meghalaya, dated 9th June, 2020 and another Order by the Health and Family Welfare Department, Government of Meghalaya, dated 2nd June, 2020. Due permission with undertaking has to be taken from the District Magistrate, East Khasi Hills District. (Both these Orders referred herein, can be referred to in the apended document). Along with the prohibitions mentioned in this Order, the people need to ensure strict compliance with the earlier Office Order dated 9th July, 2020. This Order supercedes the Prohibitory Order issued by the District Magistrate, East Khasi Hills District, dated 11th July, 2020. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | All | 20-07-2020 |
| Meghalaya | Deputy Commissioner Of East Khasi Hills District Notifies Conditions For Wine Stores And Bonded Warehouses To Resume Operations In Select Locations Since 15Th July, 2020, From Monday To Saturday Between 10 Am And 8 Pm | 14-07-2020 | Deputy Commissioner of East Khasi Hills District, Shillong in an Order dated 14th July, 2020 has permitted wine shops and bonded warehouses in the District to resume operations since 15th July, 2020 in select locations (mentioned in Annexures A and B) from Monday to Saturday between 10 am and 8 pm till further Orders. Conditions for resuming operations for owners: 1. Wine stores will not open in: a. locations close to international borders; b. areas with high transmission risk; and c. in narrow roads and lanes. Note: For details with regard to areas where wine stores have been permitted to open, on the days and timings mentioned above, please refer to Annexure A); 2. Bonded warehouses may open in areas listed in Annexure B; 3. The sale of liquor will not exceed 3 litres of foreign liquor / wine and 4 litres of beer per customer; 4. Owners of wine stores shops to ensure that social distancing of at least 6 feet is maintained between customers, respiratory etiquette is followed and that guidelines issued by the Health and Family Welfare Department, Government of Meghalaya with reference to COVID-19 situation are followed; 5. Owners to ensure that no overcrowding and congestion takes place; 6. Hand sanitizers to be provided to customers and staff free of cost while handling bottles and cash; 7. Bare minimum staff should be engaged in the store and they must wear masks at all times; In addition to the abovementioned conditions, people / customers must maintain social distance and only one person to visit the wine shop per household. The customers need to follow the directives and advisories issued by the Health and Family Welfare Department, Government of Meghalaya. Owners / customers violating these instructions shall be liable to be prosecuted under provisions of IPC, 1860 and Cr.P.C., 1974. Failure to take appropriate measures by the owners to prevent crowding and not following social distancing will lead to closure of the wine store. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | Wine Shops | No end date specified |
| Karnataka | Government Of Karnataka Issues Clarifications For Better Compliance With Lockdown Guidelines; E-Commerce Companies Allowed To Operate Only From 5 Am To 8 Pm Till 22Nd July, 2020 | 14-07-2020 | The Government of Karnataka has provided clarifications to ensure better compliance with the lockdown guidelines notified earlier on 13th July, 2020. Clarifications are as follows: 1. E-commerce companies are allowed to operate from 5 am to 8 pm; 2. Food home delivery companies are allowed to operate between 5 am to 10 pm; 3. Principal Secretary, Commerce and Industries will assist industries and companies in resolving grievances pertaining to transportation of goods, movement of employees, operations and other related issues during the lockdown. | Mandatory | Industries, E-commerce companies and food home delivery companies | 22-07-2020 |
| Odisha | Price Fixed For Conducting Covid-19 Test By Private Laboratories, Point Of Care Factilities In The Private Sector In Odisha | 14-07-2020 | The Health and Family Welfare Department, Odisha has fixed the price for conducting COVID-19 Test for Private Laboratories, Point-of-Care Facilities in Private Sector in the following manner - 1. The upper price cap has been fixed at of Rs. 450/- (plus applicable GST) as specified by Indian Council of Medical Research ("ICMR") for each Standard Q COVID-19 Ag Kit of the Vendor, SD Bio Sensor must be adhered to by all the private facilities complying to the prevailing ICMR norms. 2. All such private facilities must conduct the point-of-care rapid antigen tests (Standard Q COVID-19 Ag Kit) or the TrueNat tests strictly following the prevailing protocol as prescribed by ICMR. | Mandatory | Pharmaceutical | No end date specified |
| Karnataka | Lockdown Implemented In Bengaluru Areas Comprising Of Bbmp Area, Bengaluru Urban District And Bengaluru Rural District; Effective Since 14Th July, 2020 Till 22Nd July, 2020 | 13-07-2020 | In view of the surge in COVID-19 positive cases, lockdown measures have been implemented in Bengaluru area comprising of BBMP area, Bengaluru Urban District and Bengaluru Rural District effective since 8 pm on 14th July, 2020 to 5 am on 22nd July, 2020. Key Highlights: 1. Commercial and Private establishments to be closed except the following (outside Containment Zones): a. Telecommunication, broadcasting and cable services, IT and IT enabled services allowed to operate with minimum staff for essential purposes. Work from home has been encouraged; b. Print and electronic media allowed to operate; c. Banks, insurance offices and ATMs have been allowed to operate; d. Capital and debt market services notified by SEBI have been allowed to operate; e. Delivery of Goods by E-commerce companies have been allowed; f. Private security services permitted to operate; g. Cold storage and warehousing services have been allowed; h. All food processing and related industries; i. All facilities in the supply chain of essential goods, whether involved in manufacturing, wholesale or retail of such goods through local stores, large brick and mortar stores or e-Commerce companies have been allowed to operate while adhering to National Directives for COVID-19 management; j. shops including ration shops (PDS) dealing with fruits and vegetables and other essential items allowed to operate between 5 am and 12 pm and home delivery of essential items will be encouraged; All other establishments should encourage employees to work from home; 2. Industries / Industrial establishments (both government and private) like continuous process production units, food processing industries, manufacturing of essential goods, manufacturing of packaging materials along with industrial establishments with access control are allowed to operate; 3. Manufacturing and other industrial establishments with access control in Special Economic Zones (SEZs) or outside municipal limits and Export Oriented Units (EoUs), Industrial townships to operate while adhering to National Directives for COVID-19 management; 4. Construction activities where workers are available on site has been allowed; 5. Production units which require continuous process and their supply chain have been allowed to operate; 6. Food processing industries, manufacturing of essential goods including drugs, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, their raw materials and intermediates have been allowed to operate; 7. Manufacturing of packing materials has been allowed; 8. Offices of State as well as Central Government will remain closed except for Health, medical Education, Police, Defence, Offices operating and maintaining essential services, etc (outside containment zone); 9. All Health services (including AYUSH and Veterinary Hospitals) to remain functional outside Containment Zones, such as nursing homes, clinics, labs, pharmacies, chemist, manufacturing units of drugs etc. In addition to this, movement (inter-intra state and inter-intra district) of all medical, paramedics, nurses etc is allowed; 10. Agricultural and related activities such as farming operations, mandis, vegetable and fruit markets, shops of agricultural machinery, movement (inter-intra state and inter-intra district) of harvesting and sowing related machines like combine harvester and other machinery is allowed. Further, fishing related activities and activities related to animal husbandry will remain functional; 11. Operation of homes for children/disabled/mentally challenged/senior citizens/destitutes/women/widows etc., observation homes/care homes, provident fund services provided by EPFO, Angawadis and MNREGA works are allowed but only outside containment zones; 12. Movement of all types of goods through trucks (including empty trucks), railways and air is allowed; 13. The following activities are prohibited throughout Bengaluru area - a. Flights and trains already scheduled will continue to operate during this Lockdown period. Flight and train tickets to serve as passes for movement of persons by taxis / cab aggregators / autorickshaws to board flight and trains. No new flights or trains will be permitted; b. Metro rail services; c. Taxis including auto rickshaws and cab aggregators, except for emergency purpose; d. educational institutions etc. e. Hotels, restaurants and hospitality services except for housing police, healthcare workers and stranded persons. Hotels and restaurants will be permitted to operate kitchens for takeaway/home delivery of food items only. f. All cinema halls, shopping malls, gyms, sports complexes and similar places. g. All social/political/sports/entertainment / academic / religious functions and other gatherings/large congregations. h. All religious places/places of worship will be closed for public and religious congregations have been strictly prohibited. 14. Movement of people: a. No movement of people by KSRTC, BMTC, Private buses or passenger vehicles have been allowed; except as permitted under the guidelines; b. Inter-State and intra-State movement has been allowed only in cases of emergency. Passes for movement may be obtained through Seva Sidhu portal; c. Intra-district (within Bengaluru area) movement of passenger vehicles and buses only in emergency cases or for permitted activities under these guidelines; d. Movement of passenger vehicles to and from Bengaluru area shall be allowed only in case of emergency after obtaining valid passes and strictly adhering to the prevailing SOPs/guidelines issued by Department of Health and Family Welfare; e. Movement of personnel traveling with valid ID card issued by their Organization / Institution to the place of work and back for permitted activities in these guidelines; 15. In Containment Zones only essential activities will be allowed; 16. Persons above the age of 65, persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women and children below the age of 10 years should stay at home except for essential activities and health purposes; 17. Employers to ensure Aarogya Setu App is installed by all employees; 18. Any person violating these measures along with National Directives for COVID-19 Management will be liable to be proceeded under provisions of the Disaster Management Act, 2005 besides legal action under the Indian Penal Code, 1860. In addition to the above-mentioned, the Commerce and Industries Department has issued a list of essential Industries / Industrial Establishments (both government and private) which can operate in Bengaluru Urban and Rural Districts (outside containment zones). Along with the list of industries allowed to operate (please refer to Annexure in the appended Circular dated 14th July 2020), the following clarification has been issued for operation of industries during lockdown 1. Bengaluru Urban, Rural, Ramanagar, Kolar, Chikkaballapur and Tumakur Districts will be considered as one unit for movement and transportation of people from Bengaluru and vice-versa 2. Employees/workers working in these industries are allowed to travel with valid ID card issued by their industry to the place of work and back. For a detailed read on the lockdown guidelines, list of industries exempted and the National Directives for COVID-19 Management please refer to the appended documents. | Mandatory | All | 22-07-2020 |
| Maharashtra | Lockdown Order By Pimpri Chinchwad Mahanagarpalika | 13-07-2020 | In an Order dated 13th July, 2020 the Pimpri Chinchwad Mahanagarpalika has informed that lockdown will be implemented from 14th July, 2020 to 23rd July, 2020 in the region. It has further been informed that passes that were earlier issued have now been cancelled. IT/ITes companies can operate with 15% employees. Please note that the Order is in Vernacular and we have translated it to the best of our understanding. | Mandatory | All | 23-07-2020 |
| Tamil Nadu | Madurai District Specifies Activities That Are Permitted And Prohibited In The Area In Light Of The State Lockdown From 15.07.2020 To 31.07.2020; Complete Lockdown To Be Enforced On 19.07.2020 And 26.07.2020 | 13-07-2020 | In light of the state Lockdown imposed in Tamil Nadu till 31.07.2020, the Revenue Administration has specified the activities that will be permitted and prohibited in Madurai Corporation, Paravai Town Panchayat, all village panchayats of Madurai East, Madurai West and Thiruparankundram Blocks of Madurai District from 15th July, 2020 till 31st July, 2020. Permitted activities from 15th July, 2020: i. Only small temples in rural areas with annual income of less than Rs.10000/-, small mosques, darghas and churches are allowed for public worship. ii. All industries and export oriented units are permitted to operate with 100% of employees. iii. IT/ITES are permitted to function at 100 % strength with at least 20 % to work from home. iv. All Private offices are allowed to function at 100% strength. However, work from home shall be encouraged to the extent possible. v. All showrooms and large format shops (viz. jewellery and textiles shops) except in shopping malls are permitted to operate with 50% staff strength without air conditioning and limiting the number of customers to 5 at time to ensure social distancing. vi. Tea shops & Restaurants, Vegetable shops and Provision shops, are permitted to function from 6:00 am to 8:00 pm. Other shops including Liquor retail vending (TASMAC) shops are permitted to function from 10:00 am to 8:00 pm. vii. Restaurants shall be permitted to function with dine-in facilities with 50% of seating capacity maintaining social distancing. Air conditioning shall not be used even if it is available. viii. Tea shops are permitted to function subject to 50 % seating capacity at a time to maintain social distancing. ix. Delivery of all goods, including non-essential goods through e-commerce is permitted. x. Rental vehicles and taxis including Cab aggregation are permitted with not more than three passengers, excluding the driver. xi. Autos are permitted with two passengers excluding driver. Cycle rickshaws are also permitted. xii. Fish stalls, Chicken and other meat stalls and egg shops would be permitted on a condition to maintain social distancing. Prohibited activities from 15th July, 2020 to 31st July, 2020: i. All religious places / places of worship in urban areas and big religious places / places of worship will be closed for public worship. ii. Religious congregations. iii. Tourists travel to tourist places. iv. Hotels and other hospitality services, except those meant for housing health / police / Government officials / healthcare workers / stranded persons including tourists and for quarantine facilities; v. Shopping malls. vi. Schools, colleges, educational / training / coaching institutions etc. will remain closed. Online / distance learning shall continue to be permitted and shall be encouraged. vii. All international air travel of passengers, except for purposes as permitted by MHA. viii. Metro rail services and suburban train services. ix. All Cinema halls, gymnasiums, swimming pools, entertainment parks, theatres, bars and auditoriums, assembly halls and similar places. Sports complexes and stadia will be permitted to open without spectators. x. All social / political / sports / entertainment / academic / cultural / religious functions / other gatherings and large congregations. xi. Inter-State, Inter-District and Intra-District public transport. In addition complete lockdown will be enforced on 19th July, 2020 (from midnight of 18.07.2020 to 6.00 A.M. of 20.07.2020) and 26th July, 2020 (from midnight of 25.07.2020 to 6.00 A.M. of 27.07.2020). During the 2 complete lockdown only milk distribution, Hospitals, Pharmaceutical Shops, Hospital Vehicles, Ambulance and Hearse Vehicle Services will be permitted and private vehicles will be allowed to ply only for medical emergencies. | Mandatory | All | 31-07-2020 |
| Andhra Pradesh | Andhra Pradesh Health Medical And Family Welfare Department Specifies Guidelines For Labs Handling Covid-19 Samples | 13-07-2020 | In an Order dated July 13, 2020, the Andhra Pradesh Health Medical and Family Welfare Department (Department) has issued the following guidelines for laboratories handling COVID-19 samples. to follow 1. All the VRDL labs and TRUENAT labs must establish Sample Receiving Counters in their lab premises for the three shifts. 2. Once the samples are received by the labs, the personnel responsible for receiving the samples must open the boxes and check all the samples individually and immediately accept them against their sample ID number in the MSS COVID Portal login provided to them. 3. Any sample without following proper standards like without Sample ID, without SRF and improper capping will be rejected at the Sample Collecting Counter itself physically and also in the MSS COVID Portal. 4. All the labs must ensure that lab testing of samples happens only for the accepted samples as entered in the MSS COVID Portal. 5. ln the MSS COVID Portal, an option is given to download the accepted sample data details in the excel sheet format so that labs can avoid entering the same data in the excel sheets separately in the computers. 6. ln case of entry of any wrong result for a sample, an option of correction is given to the state IDSP wing at state HQ. However, precautions must be ensured that it should be utilised sparingly. 7. The Department had in an earlier Order instructed priority testing for the samples received with the red strips bearing the sample ID. The labs are once again requested to prioritise testing for such samples in stipulated time. 8. ln case of repeat positive (+ve) samples, all the labs are requested to enter them as repeat +ve and not as new +ve. 9. Labs must ensure that real time data entry happens in MSS COVID Portal and lag of data entry should not be more than six hours between MSS COVID Portal and ICMR Portal. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended document. | Advisory | Testing Laboratories | No End date specified |
| Central | Ministry Of Commerce And Industry Partially Amends The Export Policy Of Textile Raw Materials For Masks And Overalls; Certain Non-Woven Materials Can Now Be Freely Exported | 13-07-2020 | The Ministry of Commerce and Industry has amended the export policy of textile raw materials for masks and coveralls vide a Notification dated 13th July, 2020. The Government exercising its powers under the Foreign Trade (Development and Regulation) Act, 1992 and Foreign Trade Policy, 2015-20, has amended Notification No. 52 dated 19th March, 2020 w.r.t. Schedule 2 of the ITCHS Export policy related to export of textile raw material for masks and coveralls. Key Highlights of the amendment w.r.t to export policy of the following 1. Non-woven fabrics for 25-70 GSM with ITCHS codes 560312 and 560392 is still prohibited for export as per the revised policy; 2. Non-woven fabrics other than 25-70 GSM (except melt-blown category of non-woven fabric) which were earlier prohibited is now free/allowed for export as per the revised policy. | Mandatory | Mask manufacturers/exporters | No end date specified |
| Kerala | District Disaster Management Authority, Thiruvananthapuram Notifies Guidelines For Implementation Of Lockdown In The Entire Thiruvananthapuram Corporation; Effective Since 13Th July, 2020 Up To 20Th July, 2020 | 12-07-2020 | The District Disaster Management Authority, Thiruvananthapuram, has notified guidelines for implementation of strict lockdown in the entire Thiruvananthapuram Corporation effective since 13th July, 2020 for a period of 7 days, i.e. till 20th July, 2020. Background As on 12th July 2020, a large number of cases with unknown sources leading to multiple clusters have been identified in the city of Thiruvananthapuram. The epidemiology of these cases is being established. Their contact tracing is done, however, identified primary suspects are spread across along LSGs in Thiruvananthapuram District. The District Authority has examined the situation in detail and is of the opinion that there is a need for continuation of total and complete lockdown within the Thiruvananthapuram Corporation. Key highlights: 1. The following activities have been allowed: a. IT services in Technopark with essential staff; b. Media Offices, data centre operators and telecom operators with minimum staff; c. Banking services (except NBFCs) with maximum of 50% staff. ATMs will remain open; d. Construction activities of basic infrastructure like highways, roads, bridges, and hospital and related infrastructure; e. Taxies and autorickshaws maintaining COVID protocol (wearing mask, provision of sanitiser); f. Agricultural/ Plantation/ Horticulture/ Dairy/ Poultry/ Animal Husbandry/ Veterinary; g. All other public and private offices may continue to work from home only; 2. Hospitals, medical shops and all related medical establishments including their manufacturing and distribution units, both in public and private sector, such as dispensaries, chemist and medical equipment shops, laboratories, clinics including dental for emergency procedure only, nursing homes, ambulance etc. will continue to remain functional. The transportation for all medical personnel, nurses, paramedical staff, other hospital support services are permitted; 3. No door delivery of any item except for medicines and food only from Janakiya Hotels run jointly by Kudumbashree and Thirnvanathapuram Corporation is allowed; 4. The public exams in all educational institutions within the city limit of Thiruvananthapuram stand suspended until further orders; 5. Transit through National Highways will be permitted with condition that no one will be permitted to stop anywhere while transiting through containment zones. 6. Night Curfew will be in force in Thiruvananthapuram district during 9:00pm to 5:00am. 7. Only following activities are permitted in three wards of 66-Poonthura,74-Puthenpally and 75- Manikkyavilakam: a. Grocery shops, Milk booths and Bakery shall function from 7:00am to 2:00pm including restocking; b. All medical and essential services (Public Heal th Institutions, Water, Electricity) will remain functional 24x7 in wards of critical and buffer containment zone; c. All Banks/NBFC shall remain closed. The Lead bank shall ensure mobile ATMs functional from 10:00am to 5:00pm daily; d. MILMA shall ensure mil k and milk products are supplied every day; e. Regional Manager Supplyco shall provide Mobile Maveli Service to these 3 wards; For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | All | 20-07-2020 |
| Maharashtra | Lockdown Extended In Navi Mumbai Till 19Th July, 2020; Apmc And Thane Belapur Ttc Industrial Area Excluded From Lockdown | 11-07-2020 | The Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation has extended lockdown upto 19th July, 2020 in the entire jurisdiction of Navi Mumbai (excluding the Agricultural Produce Market Committee and Thane Belapur TTC Industrial area). During the extended period of lockdown, only health and essential services will be allowed to operate while the provisions related to earlier lockdown Orders dated 1st July, 2020 and 6th July, 2020 shall continue to apply. Background- Earlier, in an Order dated 1st July, 2020, lockdown was declared from 3rd July, 2020 to 10th July, 2020 in the entire jurisdiction of Navi Mumbai (excluding the Agricultural Produce Market Committee and Thane Belapur TTC Industrial area). The following measures were implemented during the period of lockdown - 1. Offices, factories, workshops and godowns will remain closed (except in the APMC and Thane Belapur TTC MIDC area). However, essential services like pharmaceutical manufacturing units will be allowed to operate. Pulses, rice, chakki (grinding mill), milk dairy, animal foods etc, manufacturing units have been allowed to operate; 2. transport of all goods has been prohibited in NMMC jurisdiction (except emergency and perishable goods); 3. Bus facility made available only for staff in emergency duty. Private vehicles not allowed; 3. Inter-State bus transport (including private buses) shall be non-operative in NMMC jurisdiction; 4. five or more people not allowed to gather in public places to buy essential commodities; 5. following shops and establishments have been permitted to operate: i. IT and I.T.E.S, telecom, post, internet and data services; ii. print and electronic media; iii. bank, insurance and allied services; iv pharmaceutical manufacturing and its transport; v. private organisations giving services for prevention of COVID 19; vi. food, pharmaceutical and medical equipment, essential goods and e-commerce (distribution); vii. security services including private security agencies; viii. petrol pump, LPG, Gas, Oil agency, their godown and allied transportation (only for essential services pass holders); viii. Shops of essential services like milk product, bakery, grocery, vegetables will remain open from 9 am to 5 pm; ix. Farm goods and products and import export of such goods; x. State Government departments/ offices and Public Sectors Undertaking can operate to provide essential services only; xi. Industrial units which are operating will remain as is. However, industries in APMC and Thane Belapur TTC Industrial area, companies and organisations will follow guidelines issued by the Health Ministry, Government of India for controlling the spread of COVID 19 like maintaining limited staff, social distancing, use of masks and sanitizers. With the present Order, the lockdown has been extended upto 19th July, 2020. Note: We have not been able to locate a copy of the earlier NMMC Order No. NMMC / DM-679/2020, dated 06th July, 2020, in the public domain. We will be filing an RTI for a copy of the Order. We shall update you once we receive a response to our RTI application. | Mandatory | All | 19-07-2020 |
| Meghalaya | Dm, East Khasi Hills, Meghalaya Issues Prohibitory Order Under Section 144 Crpc Prohibiting Certain Activities Between 5:00 Am To 10:00 Pm Between 13.07.20 To 20.07.20 Owing To Covid-19 Pandemic | 11-07-2020 | The Office of the District Magistrate, East Khasi Hills (Authority) has issued prohibitory order under Section 144 CrPC, prohibiting certain activities between 5:00 am to 10:00 pm in all rural areas of East Khasi Hills District including Civil Division of Sohra and Pynursla and in all C&RD blocks. The prohibition is in effect from 13th July 2020 to 20th July 2020 during the timings mentioned above. Key Highlights Some of the activities that are being prohibited are mentioned below: (a) Interstate movement. (b) Any assembly, all individuals are required to maintain social distancing of at least 6 feet, compulsory wearing of masks, respiratory etiquette and to strictly follow various protocols and advisories without fail, issued by the Government through the Health and Family Welfare Department. (c) Operation of Unregulated major markets and Unregulated shopping complexes. (d) Border haats and markets located in the Inter-State border areas. (e) Operations of educational institutions, training centres and coaching classes (tuitions) barring online or distance learning. (f) Moving in public places or public transport without a mask. (g) Incoming additional workforce from outside of the district except for the skilled, highly skilled, specialized professionals or technicians regulated by the Standard Operating Procedures of the Labour Department, Meghalaya issued on 9th June 2020, with due permission taken from the Authority. General Instructions (a) This order will not apply to the Shillong Urban Agglomeration, all census towns under Mawlai Block, all census towns under Mawpat Block, areas under Mylliem Block from Umshyrpi Bridge up to 7th Mile, Upper Shillong, Madanrting, Mawblei, Laitkor, Nongkseh, Umlyngka, Lawsohtun and Mawdiangdiang. (b) Individuals are required to maintain distance of 6 feet or 2 metres. (c) Number of guests in marriage related gatherings should not exceed 50. (d) Number of guests in funeral or last rites related gatherings should not exceed 20. (e) Persons above 65 years of age, persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women and children below 10 years of age are advised to stay at home except for meeting requirements and for health purposes. (f) Operation of permitted shops, services, establishments, agricultural, industrial and commercial activities are required to strictly adhere to the prescribed Standard Operating Procedures and National Directives for COVID-19 management in public places and workplaces including mandatory compliance to the advisories of the Health and Family Welfare Department without fail. (g) Operation of supply chains, wholesalers and retail outlet shops, services and other establishments in rural areas of East Khasi Hills District including Civil Division of Sohra and Pynursla and in all C&RD blocks, will be regulated as per the scheduled timings and dates which shall be released in advance from time to time. (h) All residents are required to install Aarogya Setu application on compatible mobile phones and regularly update their health status on the app for containment of COVID-19 pandemic. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended document. | Mandatory | All | 20-07-2020 |
| Assam | Assam Government Extends Lockdown In Kamrup Metropolitan District Till 19Th July, 2020 | 11-07-2020 | The Government of Assam has extended lockdown in all areas under Kamrup Metropolitan District, with effect since 6 pm of 12th July, 2020 till 7 pm of 19th July, 2020. Some of the prohibited activities are as follows: 1. Private Offices / Government offices, Offices of Autonomous / Subordinate Offices to remain closed; 2. business / commercial establishments, shops and trade activities to be closed except standalone grocery and stationery shops dealing in personal hygiene goods. These shops are allowed to operate between 9 am to 4 pm from Monday to Friday with proper social distancing and strict usage of masks; 3. Industrial establishments to be closed except continuous process industries where workforce stays inside the factory premises and there is no outward or inward movement; 4. movement of individuals and private vehicles is prohibited and no citizen have been allowed to venture out of their homes with private vehicles (both 2 and 4 wheelers) except for medical emergency; 5. All public transport services have been suspended; 6. All hospitality services are suspended; 7. All educational, research, training, coaching institutions will remain closed; 8. Places of worship will remain closed for public and no religious congregation will be permitted without any exception; 9. All non-essential and avoidable movement of people have been banned; 10. Spitting, consumption and sale of liquor, paan, gutka, tobacco etc. is prohibited in public places. Exceptions to lockdown - 1. IT and ITeS, Telecommunications, internet services, broadcasting and cable services allowed to continue operating with personnel working from home. Only emergency repair crew is allowed movement subject to prior permission of the Authorities; 2. Hospital and retail medical establishments along with pharmaceutical and medical equipment supply activities are permitted with 20% workforce and no outside labourers may be engaged in such activities; 3. House to house sale of fruits and vegetables etc. has been allowed between 8 am to 2 pm from Monday to Friday; 4. E-commerce activities with regard to supply of fruits, vegetables and other essential items can operate between 10 am to 4 pm from Monday to Friday; 5. 10% of Bank and Insurance Company Branches in the District with skeletal attendance and ATMs can operate. Highest authority of the Banks/ Insurance Companies shall determine the specific branches to be kept open and give wide publicity of open bank branches; 6. Print and electronic media including newspaper distribution are allowed; 7. Power Generation, transmission and distribution units and services allowed; 8. Transport services and movement of people from other districts are suspended except for COVID related functions; 9. People (inter-State and inter-District) holding train/air tickets to and from Guwahati as well as Guwahati will be allowed to move only after showing their tickets at check points; 10. Hotels accommodating quarantined persons, medical and emergency staff, air crew can operate with skeletal staff; 11. Whole sellers and warehouses of essential items are allowed to operate between 9 am and 6 pm from Monday to Friday. 12. Identified petrol pumps, gas agencies are allowed to operate. 13. Petroleum products to other districts can be allowed to move through highways. 14. Fresh permission/ passes have to be obtained from competent authority as passes issued earlier are cancelled. Further, no pass is required for day long movement of suppliers of vegetable from outside the District to deliver fruits, vegetables and other goods in Kamrup Metropolitan from other districts. 15. All flour mills are allowed to operate from Monday to Friday between 10 AM to 4 PM with workforce remaining inside the premises. In addition to the above mentioned activities, no person will be allowed to venture out simply on the ground of being employed in the exempted category of services. Also, provision for thermal screening and handwash/sanitizer will be made at all entry and exit points and common areas. Masks/face covering is compulsory in public places, workplaces and during transport etc. Further, persons above 65 years of age, persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women and children below the age of 10 years are advised to stay at home, except for essential and health purposes. Any person violating these measures will be liable to be proceeded against as per relevant provisions of the Disaster Management Act, 2005 besides legal action under the Indian Penal Code, 1860. | Mandatory | All | 19-07-2020 |
| Meghalaya | Meghalaya Government Issues List Of Designated Officers Authorized To Impose Penalty Under Meghalaya Epidemic Diseases, Covid-19 Regulations, 2020 | 10-07-2020 | The Meghalaya Government has notified that the District Magistrates, all Executive Magistrates and Officers of the rank of Sub - Inspector and above of the Meghalaya Police have been authorised to impose penalty on persons, institutions or organisations for violating any provisions or Orders under the Meghalaya Epidemic Diseases, COVID-19 Regulations, 2020 ("Regulation"). Regulation 20 of the Meghalaya Epidemic Diseases, COVID-19 Regulations, 2020 provides for punishment under Section 188 of the Indian Penal Code for its violation. _________________________ Section 188 of the Indian Penal Code: Disobedience to order duly promulgated by public servant. Whoever, knowing that, by an order promulgated by a public serv¬ant lawfully empowered to promulgate such order, he is directed to abstain from a certain act, or to take certain order with certain property in his possession or under his management, disobeys such direction, shall, if such disobedience causes or tends to cause obstruction, annoyance or injury, or risk of obstruction, annoyance or injury, to any person lawfully employed, be punished with simple impris¬onment for a term which may extend to one month or with fine which may extend to two hundred rupees, or with both; and if such disobedience causes or trends to cause danger to human life, health or safety, or causes or tends to cause a riot or affray, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to six months, or with fine which may extend to one thousand rupees, or with both. Explanation.It is not necessary that the offender should intend to produce harm, or contemplate his disobedience as likely to produce harm. It is sufficient that he knows of the order which he disobeys, and that his disobedience produces, or is likely to produce, harm. Illustration An order is promulgated by a public servant lawfully empowered to promulgate such order, directing that a religious procession shall not pass down a certain street. A knowingly disobeys the order, and thereby causes danger of riot. A has committed the offence defined in this section. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Karnataka | Karnataka Strategises Testing Modality Of Samples By Laboratories Of Symptomatic & Asymptomatic Covid-19 Suspects | 10-07-2020 | The Karnataka Directorate of Health & Family Welfare has, in a circular dated July 10, 2020, specified the testing modality of samples by laboratories of Symptomatic & Asymptomatic COVID-19 suspects. It is due to the increasing number of COVID-19 cases in the state that the Government realised the need for strategising the modality of testing by labs to reduce turn-around-time. The following guidelines must be followed by labs for testing: 1. Symptomatic cases and primary contacts coming under Category "A" samples must be done through individual testing. 2. Asymptomatic and international travellers/ passengers and "others" coming under Category "B" samples must be done through pooled sample testing method (5 samples only). 3. Dead body samples: "Top Priority" testing must be done using True NAT and CBNAAT wherever available. If not available, individual testing must be done on priority and results must be generated in few hours. | Mandatory | Testing Laboratories | No end date specified |
| Central | Cdsco Extends Effective Date Of Order Specifying Special Conditions Under Which Permission For Importing Drugs With Residual Shelf Life Less Than 60% Is Allowed To 31St October 2020 | 10-07-2020 | The Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) had issued an earlier circular dated 17th April 2020, specifying special conditions under which permission for importing drugs with residual shelf life less than 60% was allowed. Considering the current COVID-19 scenario and the hardships brought about by it, CDSCO has extended the effective date of the Order dated 17th April, 2020 to 31st October 2020 or till further order, whichever is earlier. For a detailed read, please refer to the hyperlink below. P.S. We have not been able to locate the previous notification dated 17th April 2020 in the public domain. We will notify once our team is able to locate the same. | Mandatory | Importers of Drugs | No end date specified |
| Central | Irdai Designs Standard Covid Specific Insurance Policy - "Corona Kavach Policy"; Grants Clearance To 30 General And Health Insurance Companies To Market The Same | 10-07-2020 | In view of the Covid 19 pandemic, the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) has designed a standard Covid specific product called the Corona Kavach. All general and health insurers must mandatorily offer this indemnity based Individual Covid Standard Health Policy. The IRDAI has in a press release dated July 10, 2020 also listed out the key features for this policy: 1. Type of Cover a. Base Cover on Indemnity Basis- Covid Hospitalization cover b. Optional Cover on Benefit Basis- Hospital Daily Cash 2. Sum insured - Rs 50,000/- (Fifty Thousand) to 5,00,000/- (Five Lakh) (in the multiples of fifty thousand) 3. Waiting Period -15 days 4. Policy Period - Three and Half Months (3 ½ months), Six and Half Months(6 ½ months), Nine and Half Months (9 ½ months) including waiting period. 5. Eligibility - Policy can be availed by persons between the age of 18 to 65 years. Policy can be availed for Self, spouse, Parents, Parents-in-law and Dependent Children up to 25 years of age. 6. Hospitalization Expenses - Medical Expenses of Hospitalization on diagnosis of Covid shall be admissible 7. Pre Hospitalization Expenses - 15 days 8. Post Hospitalization Expenses - 30 days 9. Sub-limits a. Home care treatment: Maximum upto 14 days per incident. b. Ambulance Charges: Rs.2000/- per hospitalization. c. Optional Cover of Hospital Daily Cash: 0.5% of Sum Insured per day subject to maximum of 15 days in a policy period for every insured member. 10. Home Care Treatment Expenses - Cost of treatment incurred by the Insured person on availing treatment at home for Covid on positive diagnosis up to 14 days per incident, which in the normal course would require care and treatment at a hospital but is actually taken while confined at home. 11. Premium payment - Single Premium 12. Hospital - For the purpose of this policy any set-up designated by the government as hospital for the treatment of Covid shall also be also considered as hospital. 13. Co-morbidities - Any co-morbid condition triggered due to Covid-19 shall be covered during the period of hospitalization. The press release also lists out the names of the General and Health Insurance companies which have been granted clearance by IRDAI to market the Corona Kavach Policy. | Advisory | Insurance | No end date specified |
| Meghalaya | Meghalaya Government Notifies Meghalaya Epidemic Diseases, Covid-19 (Fifth Amendment) Regulations, 2020; Imposes Monetary Penalty For Violations; Amendments To Be Effective On The Date Of Publication In The Official Gazette | 10-07-2020 | The Governor of Meghalaya has introduced the Meghalaya Epidemic Diseases, COVID-19 (Fifth Amendment) Regulations, 2020 to make further amendments to the Meghalaya Epidemic Diseases, COVID-19 Regulations, 2020. These amendments will become effective on the date of publication in the Official Gazette. Key highlights: 1. 'Public Place' has now been defined to include any enclosed indoor area used by the general public or serving as a place of work containing two hundred fifty or more square feet of floor space, including but not limited to all restaurants, all retail stores, lobbies and malls, offices, commercial establishments, hospitals, clinics, healthcare/medical facilities, elevators, theatres, libraries etc. as well as outdoor areas such as market places, public roads, sport stadiums or fields. 2. Violation of the regulations to attract fine of Rupees five hundred for first offence and Rupees one thousand for subsequent offences, over and above the existing penalty of being charged under Section 188 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860. 3. Authorised persons at State, District and Village level will assist in reporting the violation of the provisions of these Regulations to the designated Officers. For further details, please refer to appended Order. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Maharashtra | Maharashtra Co-Operation, Marketing And Textile Department Issues Maharashtra Cooperative Societies (Amendment) Ordinance, 2020; Timeline For Conducting Elections By Cooperative Societies Extended | 10-07-2020 | The Maharashtra Co-operation, Marketing and Textile Department (Department) has, in a Gazette notification dated 10th July, 2020, issued the Maharashtra Cooperative Societies (Amendment) Ordinance, 2020 (Ordinance) to further amend the Maharashtra Co-operative Societies Act, 1960 (Principal Act). Amendments made by the Ordinance: 1. The Ordinance inserts a new proviso under Section 73AAA of the Principal Act, dealing with the constitution of the committee of a cooperative society, by which it is informed that in case election of the committee of cooperative society has not be conducted for any reason not attributable to the members, the term of such existing members of the committee will be deemed to be continued till a new committee is duly constituted. 2. The Ordinance also inserts a new proviso under Section 73CB of the Principal Act, informing that for committees of cooperative societies, whose election could not be held before 10th July, 2020 i.e. the date of commencement of the Ordinance, i. such election has to be held within 21st January, 2020 i.e. 6 months from the date of commencement of the Ordinance ii. in case of extension of timeline, within which such election should have been conducted, by the State Government, such election must be held within 6 months from the date on which such extended period expires In light of the prevailing COVID-19 pandemic, the State Government has postponed the elections to all co-operative societies in Maharashtra for a period of 3 months from 17th June, 2020 i.e. till 17th September, 2020. Hence, in light of the above amendment, all cooperative societies in Maharashtra must conduct the election by 17th March, 2021. Background: Due to the outbreak of pandemic Covid-19 disease and the declaration of lockdown in the country, functioning of the Co-operative societies in the State has also been adversely affected. Hence, in light of the prevailing pandemic, it is not possible to conduct the elections of cooperative societies within the prescribed time frame. Hence, the Department has issued the Ordinance to facilitate the existing members of the committees of co-operative societies to continue in office until committees are duly constituted and to postpone elections to such committees. Please refer to the appended document for further details. Source: Maharashtra Co-operation, Marketing and Textile Department | Mandatory | All | 17-03-2021 |
| Central | Icmr Issues Information W.R.T Mapping Of Covid 19 Rt-Pcr Testing Laboratories With Quality Control Labs For Ilqc Activity. | 10-07-2020 | In a document dated 10th July, 2020 the Indian Council of Medical Research has issued information regarding mapping of COVID 19 RT-PCR Testing laboratories with quality control labs for ILQC Activity. The document lists the names of the WC Laboratories across India and the testing laboratories mapped with the QC laboratories for ILQC. | Mandatory | Laboratories | No end date specified |
| Assam | Assam State Disaster Management Authority Notifies Partial Modifications To Earlier Order Dated 4Th July 2020; Grocery Shops And Shops Selling Personal Hygiene Items Are Allowed To Open On 11Th July, 2020 Between 9 A.M. And 5 P.M. | 09-07-2020 | The Assam State Disaster Management Authority, has notified partial modifications to earlier Order dated 4th July, 2020, which allowed specific activities in the Kamrup Metropolitan District in the week between 5th July, 2020 and 12th July, 2020. Comparative summary: 1. Wholesalers of grocery items were allowed to replenish stocks of retailers on 5th July, 2020 and 7th July, 2020, between 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. Now, wholesalers of essential items like rice, atta, pulses, onions, potatoes, salt and edible oil may replenish their stocks on 10th July, 2020, between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Further, wholesalers have been allowed to distribute essential commodities to retailers on 11th July, 2020, between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. 2. Roadside vending of any fruit, vegetable, fish, etc. was prohibited and remain prohibited. However, with this Order, fruits and vegetables have been allowed to be retailed following social distancing in residential areas on 11th July, 2020. 3. Grocery shops were allowed to operate between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. on Monday and Wednesday (6th July, 2020 and 8th July, 2020). However, only 20% of all shops were allowed to operate on any given day. With this Order, grocery shops and shops selling personal hygiene items are allowed to open on 11th July, 2020 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. All other prohibitions/restrictions put in place by the Order dated 4th July, 2020, will remain unchanged. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Orders. | Mandatory | All | 12-07-2020 |
| Meghalaya | Government Of Meghalaya Adopts Supreme Court Directions On Interim Measures For Payment Of Wages During Lockdown | 09-07-2020 | In light of the Supreme Court directions*, the Government of Meghalaya has instructed private establishments, industries, factories and Trade Unions etc. on the interim measures for payment of wages to workers during the COVID-19 lockdown. 1. Private organizations can initiate a process of negotiation with their employee's organization and enter into a settlement with them regarding payment of wages for the period during which their industrial establishment was closed down due to lockdown. If no settlement is reached, a request maybe made to the concerned labour authorities who may call the concerned Employees Trade Union/workers Association/ workers to appear on a date for negotiation, conciliation, and settlement. 2. Organizations which are working at sub-optimal capacity can also take steps mentioned above. *Note: The directions issued by Supreme Court (SC) in Ficus Pax Pvt. Ltd. and Others Vs. Union of India and Others passed an Order | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Odisha | Odisha Govt. Partially Modifies Covid Management Guidelines; Containment Zones In Which Lockdown Is Imposed Will Be Notified By Dcs/ Municipal Commissioners And The State Govt. On Its Website | 09-07-2020 | In partial modification of its earlier State COVID Management Guideline dated 30th June, 2020, the Odisha Govt. has inserted a new clause stating that the containment zones, in which lockdown is imposed, will be notified by the respective District Collectors/ Municipal Commissioners and the State Government on their websites and the same will also be shared with the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. Please refer to the appended document for the Order. | Advisory | All | 31-07-2020 |
| Odisha | Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation To Conduct Inspection Of Private Healthcare Institutions In Bmc With Regard To Their Adherence To Covid And Other Healthcare Guidelines | 09-07-2020 | In an office order dated July 9, 2020, the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) has informed that an inspection of all private healthcare institutions of the BMC area will be conducted with regard to their adherence to COVID and other healthcare guidelines. The office order has listed out the enforcement teams/ squad BMC Zone wise and has informed that the notified officers will conduct the inspection and report to their respective Zonal Deputy Commissioner BMC. The format for inspection is attached to the office order and lists out the parameters basis which the inspection will be conducted. | Mandatory | Health care institutions | No end date specified |
| Tamil Nadu | Tamil Nadu Govt. Allows It/Ites Companies To Operate With 50 % Strength Since 13.07.2020; 90% Of The Staff Should Utilize The Company Arranged Transport Facilities | 09-07-2020 | In light of the present restrictions prevailing in the State of Tamil Nadu to contain the spread of the pandemic COVID 19, the Tamil Nadu Government, in a Press Release dated 10th July, 2020 has informed IT/ITes companies in the State as follows: 1. With a view to alleviate the inconvenience of the staff of technology and information technology based companies in areas except Containment Zones within the Metropolitan Chennai Police Boundary Areas, IT and IT based service providers are allowed to operate with 50 % strength of personnel since 13th July, 2020. However 90% of the staff should utilize the vehicles arranged by their respective companies. 2. Information technology and Information technology-based services should encourage their employees to work from home. 3. Information technology and Information technology-based companies and their employees at home and workplace should wash their hands frequently with soap and wear face mask while going outside. Please note that the Press Releases are in Vernacular and we have translated it to the best of our understanding. | Mandatory | IT/Ites companies | 31-07-2020 |
| Odisha | Odisha State Beverages Corporation Ltd. Issues List Of Liquor Items Along With Their Mrp, Including The "Covid Fee"; Effective Since 10.07.2020 | 09-07-2020 | The Odisha State Beverages Corporation Ltd. has issued a list items (liquor) with the prescribed Maximum Retail Price ("MRP") effective in the State of Odisha from 10th July, 2020 onwards. The MRP includes the "COVID fee" levied on these items. Please find the appended document for more details. | Mandatory | Beverages | No end date specified |
| Arunachal Pradesh | Government Of Arunachal Pradesh Issues Guidelines That Will Be Effective During The Lockdown In The Itanagar Capital Complex And Doimukh Circle Of Papum Pare District From 5Pm On 6Th July 2020 To 5Am On 13Th July 2020 | 08-07-2020 | The Government of Arunachal Pradesh (Government) has issued guidelines for implementation during the lockdown in the Itanagar Capital Complex (ICC) and Doimukh Circle of Papum Pare District from 5 pm on 6th July 2020 to 5 am on 13th July 2020. Some of the key highlights of the Guidelines are as follows: (a) Prohibition on movement of people including in vehicles during the above-mentioned period in the region; (b) Prohibition on movement of people from the Itanagar Capital Complex (ICC) and Doimukh Circle of Papum Pare District to another region except in cases of emergencies or prior approval of the District Collector; (c) All commercial and private establishments to remain closed, except for the following: (i) Banks and ATMs. (ii) Print and Electronic Media. (iii) Health Facilities and pharmacies. (iv) Telecommunications, internet services, broadcasting services and cable services. (v) Power, water and other utility services. (d) All industrial establishments to remain closed, except for continuous process manufacturing units. (e) All kind of transportation to be suspended, except for the following: (i) Transportation of essential goods. (ii) Fire, Law and Order, emergency services and Health Services. (iii) Transportation of essential commodities to other districts only through Gumto Gate. (f) Hospitality Services will remain suspended except for establishments used/ earmarked for quarantine facilities. (g) Home supply of LPG cylinders will be allowed. (h) All places of worship are closed for public. No religious congregations will be permitted, without any exception. (i) All social, political, sports, entertainment, academic, cultural and religious functions and gatherings have been prohibited. (j) In case of funerals, congregation of not more than 20 persons will be permitted. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended document. | Mandatory | All | 13-07-2020 |
| Maharashtra | Maharashtra Pcb Issues Resource Book On Response And Preparedness During Covid-19 Times On Risk Communications And Infection Prevention, Control On Environmental Sanitation And Waste Management In Cities Of Maharashtra | 08-07-2020 | The Maharashtra Pollution Control Board, has put up a Resource Book on "Response and Preparedness during COVID-19 Times on Risk Communications and Infection Prevention, Control on Environmental Sanitation and Waste Management in Cities of Maharashtra", on its website. The Resource Book has been developed as a "Training of Trainers" module for web-based trainings prepared by All India Institute of Local Self Government, Mumbai and United Nations Children's Fund, Mumbai. For a detailed read, please refer to the attached document. | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Punjab | Punjab Government Fixes Rate For Rt-Pcr Test For Private Labs | 08-07-2020 | The Health Department of Punjab has directed all private laboratories not to charge more than ¹ 2400 /- for conducting RT-PCR test for COVID-19 (inclusive of GST/Taxes and cost involved in pick up, packing and transportation of samples, documentation and reporting) in the State of Punjab. The following conditions have also been notified with regard to COVID-19 tests conducted by private laboratories: 1. adhere to all testing protocols laid down by ICMR and Government of India; 2. share data pertaining to COVID-19 test results with ICMR and State Government on a real time basis through ICMR portal; 3. note down the identification, address and verified mobile number of the person being tested for record as per Sample Referral Form (SRF). Upload the recorded data on the RT-PCR app at the time of taking the sample. Also, the test report to be communicated to the patient immediately after completion of testing; 4. positive test report to be immediately communicated to the Civil Surgeon of the concerned district through e-mail; 5. NABL and IMCR approved private laboratories to maintain utmost confidentiality with regard to information of patients; 6. data generated by the RT-PCR machine to be preserved for future verification by the State Government. | Mandatory | Private Laboratories | No end date specified |
| Odisha | Odisha Health Department Issue Instructions To Healthcare Facilities For Prevention Of Healthcare Associated Infections While Ensuring Compliance With The Infection Prevention And Control Measures | 08-07-2020 | In light of the increasing number of COVID-19 infections, the Health Department of Odisha has issued instructions to all healthcare facilities in order to mitigate the risks related to health care personnel getting infected with COVID-19. The measures to prevent Healthcare Associated Infections ("HAI") while ensuring compliance with the Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) measures issued by the Government, are as follows: 1. All healthcare facilities to constitute a Hospital Infection Control Committee (HICC) responsible for implementing the IPC activities and organising regular trainings for the healthcare workers; 2. Nodal Officer has to be appointed as the Infection Control Officer to address all matters related to HAIs. 3. The Nodal Officers to ensure that all Healthcare workers undergo training on IPC and are aware of the common signs and symptoms, need for self-health monitoring and need for prompt monitoring of such symptoms; 4. The healthcare workers, in different settings of the hospitals to use PPEs appropriate to their risk profile as per the guidelines issued by the MoHFW; 5. An SOP must be developed by the HICC and the Nodal Officer to monitor the adherence of the IPC measures at least twice a day. A checklist to be prepared to facilitate and record such monitoring, which is to be kept in the custody of the Nodal Officer; 6. The HICC to meet at least once a week to verify the above-mentioned report and take corrective measures. Proceedings of each such meeting must be kept and produced as and when required; 7. The HICC must take remedial action, whenever necessary, in coordination with the Hospital administration; 8. The IPC protocols are to be displayed at prominent places for both healthcare providers and visitors For further details, please refer to the appended document. | Mandatory | Healthcare industry | No end date specified |
| Arunachal Pradesh | Dm Of Upper Subansiri District, Government Of Arunachal Pradesh Issues Lockdown In Entire Upper Subansiri District Under Section 144 Of Crpc; Effective Since 10Th July, 2020 To 15Th July, 2020 | 08-07-2020 | The District Magistrate of Upper Subansiri District, Government of Arunachal Pradesh (Authority), has issued lockdown in the entire District of Upper Subansiri under Section 144 of CrPC in order to contain and minimise the threat of COVID-19 disease. The lockdown restrictions have been effective since 5:00 am of 10th July 2020 till 5 pm of 15th July 2020. Key highlights: Some of the restrictions imposed are as follows: (a) All commercial and private establishments are required to be closed except for broadcasting, cable services, print and electronic media, telecommunication, internet services, banks, ATMs, health facilities, Government Offices, quarantine facilities, water and other utility services; (b) No movement and assembly of people. (b) No movement of vehicles within the district. (c) All transport services will remain suspended except for movement of Army and Paramilitary Forces, fire, law and order, emergency services, health services, transportation of essential commodities. (d) The construction work on Trans-Arunachal highway. However, Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana and Border Roads Organisation may continue with strict adherence of COVID-19 Standard Operating Procedures. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | All | 15-07-2020 |
| Central | Dot Cautions Against Rise Of Cyber Attacks In View Of Prevailing Covid-19 Pandemic; Issues Best Practices For Organisations And Individuals | 08-07-2020 | With the increasing reliance on internet for all kinds of work, both individuals and organisations stand at a high risk from attacks from cyber threat actors. Keeping this in mind, the Department of Telecommunications (DOT) has in an Order dated July 8, 2020 informed about the growing prevalence of cyber-attacks and have also listed out various methods that are adopted by cyber threat actors. At the same time, DOT has issued certain best practices that can be adopted to secure the internet connected systems and avoid cyber-attacks as far as possible. The Order explains the following forms of cyber attack- 1. Spear Phishing Mail 2. Evading traffic analysis 3. Exploiting web application vulnerabilities. 4. Creation of dubious Apps 5. Disturbed Denial of Service (DDoS) attack Cyber threat actors are now also using some of these methods, such as spear phishing mail and creation of dubious Apps to launch fresh attacks on the COVID-19 theme . The DOT has emphasised that to ensure that systems are secure against such cyber security threats, it is essential that protections are in place in the ICT systems at the organisational level. In this regard, the DOT has listed out the best practices for organisational security at Annexure I of the appended document. Additionally, recognizing the current situation, where several organisations have opted for work from home (WFH) and a number of personal computers are being used to connect to organisational networks, the DOT has listed out the best practices to be followed at user level by persons so operating. This can be found at Annexure II of the appended document. | Advisory | IT/ITeS | No end date specified |
| Bihar | District Magistrate Of Patna Issues Order To Extend Lockdown In The District Of Patna Till 16Th July, 2020 | 08-07-2020 | Pursuant to an alarming surge in COVID-19 positive cases, lockdown has been extended in the District of Patna, effective since 10th July, 2020 (Friday) till 16th July, 2020 (Thursday). Key Points: 1. Commercial and Private Establishments shall be closed with the following exceptions: a. Industrial establishments; b. IT and IT enabled services only (for essential services) and as far as possible to work from home; c. Telecommunications, internet services, broadcasting and cable services; d. Banks, insurance offices and ATM; e. Capital and debt market services and notified by the Securities and Exchange Board of India; f. Print and electronic media; g. Cold Storage and warehousing services; h. Delivery of all kinds of goods including food, pharmaceuticals, medical equipment through e-commerce; i. Power generation, transmission and distribution units and services; j. Private Security services; k. Hospitality services; All other establishments may only work from home. 2. Hospitals and all related medical establishments including their manufacturing and distribution units, both in public as well as private sector, such as dispensaries, chemist and medical equipment shops, laboratories, clinics, nursing homes, ambulances etc. shall continue to operate; 3. All places of worship are closed for public and no religious congregations will be permitted; 4. Offices of Government of India, its Autonomous/Subordinate Offices and Public Corporation will be closed; except Defence, Central Armed Police Forces, Treasury, Public Utilities (petroleum, CNG, LPG, PNG), disaster management, power generation and transmission units, post offices, National informatics Centre, Early Warning Agencies; 5. Offices of the State Government, their autonomous bodies, corporation etc. will be closed; except Police, Home Guards, Civil Defence, Fire and Emergency Services, Disaster Management, Elections and Prisons, District Administration, Electricity, Water, Sanitation, Municipal bodies required for essential services; 6. All other activities outside Containment Zones to be regulated as per guidelines on Unlock 2.0 issued by MHA. For a detailed read, please refer to appended Order. | Mandatory | All | 16-07-2020 |
| Haryana | District Magistrate Of Rewari District In Haryana Notifies Revised List Of Containment Areas In Order To Curb The Spread Of Covid-19 | 08-07-2020 | Pursuant to positive cases being reported in a few areas, the District Magistrate of Rewari has ordered the containment of such areas and notified a revised list of Containment Zones, in order to curb the spread of COVID-19. The Containment Zones will be considered de-notified after 28 days provided that no new positive case is reported in any Containment Zone. In addition to the above-mentioned, an action plan has been prescribed to carry out screening of the suspects, testing of suspected cases, quarantine, isolation, social distancing and other public health measures in such Zones. Furthermore, the following needs to be ensured in the Containment Zones 1. Prohibition on Inter-State movement of passenger vehicles and buses; 2. Prohibition on Intra-State movement of passenger vehicles and buses; 3. Strict perimeter control to ensure that there is no movement of population in or out of these zones except for medical emergencies and for supply of essential goods and services; 4. Out-patient Departments (OPDs) and Medical clinics have been prohibited from operating; unless permitted otherwise with social distancing norms and other safety precautions; Any violations shall invite criminal proceedings under relevant provisions of the Disaster Management Act, 2005 and Indian Penal Code, 1860. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | All | Different timeline for separate actions |
| Central | Union Cabinet Extends The Epf Contribution, Both 12% Employees' Share And 12% Employers' Share Under Employees Provident Fund, Totalling 24% For Another 3 Months From June To August, 2020 | 08-07-2020 | In a press release, dated 8th July, 2020, by the Press Information Bureau, it has been informed that the Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has approved extending the contribution, both 12% employees' share and 12% employers' share under Employees Provident Fund (EPF) , totalling 24% for another 3 months from June to August, 2020, as part of the package announced by the Government under Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Yojana (PMGKY)/ Aatmanirbhar Bharat in the light of COVID-19. The scheme would be applicable for the wages of the months of June, July and August, 2020 and will cover all the establishments having upto 100 employees and 90% of such employees earning less than Rs. 15,000 monthly wage. However, the beneficiaries entitled for 12% employers' contribution for the months of June to August, 2020 under Pradhan Mantri Rozgar Protsahan Yojana (PMRPY) will be excluded to prevent overlapping benefit. Background: Since, due to prolonged lockdown, businesses are facing financial crisis as they get back to work, the Finance Minister had announced that, as part of the Aatmanirbhar Bharat scheme, the EPF support for business and workers will be extended by another 3 months i.e. for the wages for the months of June, July, and August, 2020. Accordingly, the Union has approved the extension of the contribution, both 12% employees' share and 12% employers' share under EPF for another 3 months. Please refer to the appended document for further details. Source: Press Information Bureau | Mandatory | All | 31-08-2020 |
| Delhi | Commissioner Of Police, Delhi, Issues Prohibitory Order Under Section 144 Of Criminal Procedure Code, 1973 For Chanakya Puri, New Delhi; Effective Till July 31, 2020 | 07-07-2020 | Pursuant to the Ministry of Home Affairs Order dated June 29, 2020, directing lockdown in Containment Zones from July 1, 2020 to July 31, 2020 in order to contain spread of COVID-19, the Delhi Police has issued a prohibitory Order under Section 144 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, in Sub-Division, Chanakya Puri, New Delhi, to implement the following measures till July 31, 2020: 1. Movement of individuals strictly prohibited between 10.00 P.M to 5.00 A.M, except for essential services; 2. All Cinema halls, shopping malls, gymnasiums, swimming pools, entertainment parks, theatres, bars and auditorium, assembly hall and similar places are prohibited from operating; 3. Any social, political, sports, entertainment, academic, cultural, religious, functions or other gatherings and large congregations are prohibited; 4. In the Containment Zones, only essential activities are allowed. There shall be strict perimeter control to ensure that there is no movement of people in or out of these zones, except for medical emergencies and for maintaining supply of essential goods and services; 5. Consumption of liquor, paan, gutka, tobacco etc in public places is prohibited; 6. Spitting in public places remain prohibited; 7. Wearing of face cover in public places, in work places and during transport is compulsory; 8. Any individual suspected / confirmed with COVID-19 must take measures for prevention / treatment i.e. home quarantine / institution / quarantine / isolation or any such person shall cooperate to render assistance or comply with the directions of the surveillance personnel. Any person contravening the above-mentioned shall be punishable under Section 188 of Indian Penal Code. For a detailed read, refer to the appended document. | Mandatory | All | 31-07-2020 |
| West Bengal | West Bengal Government Combines Containment Zones With Buffer Zones To Constitute 'Broad-Based Containment Zone'; Issues Containment Policies And Practices For Rigorous Implementation, Effective From 9Th July, 2020 | 07-07-2020 | The Additional Chief Secretary, Home and Hill Affairs, West Bengal Government (Government) has notified strict lockdown along with the following containment policies and practices for rigorous implementation in areas constituting broad-based Containment Zones, effective from 9th July, 2020: 1. All offices, government and private, will remain closed in these areas. Residents of these containment zones will be exempted and prohibited from attending government and private offices and their movement will be strictly regulated; 2. All non-essential activities will be prohibited; 3. All congregations will be prohibited; 4. All transportation will be prohibited; 5. All marketing / industrial / trading activities will be closed Furthermore, the Government has clarified that the current concept of Containment Zones will be combined with the concept of Buffer Zones and together they will constitute a revised and broad-based Containment Zone approach. The Government has also ordered local authorities to make home delivery arrangements for the residents of such broad-based Containment Zones. Please refer to the appended document for further details. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Dot Extends Gmdss-Goc Licenses Expiring From 01.03.2020 To 31.12.2020, Up To 31.12.2021 | 07-07-2020 | The Department of Telecommunications ("DoT"), Ministry of Communications, in a Notice dated 7th July, 2020, has extended the validity of GMDSS-GOC licenses that have expired/are expiring from 1st March, 2020 to 31st December, 2020, upto 31st December, 2021. The said extension has been provided to existing (or expired withn the said time frame) license holders, but not for issuance of new licenses. No application needs to be made for the said extension and it is granted automatically. It has also been stated that renewal of licenses is being done as per the existing procedure and practice. Hence, whenever the renewal of the expired certificate/license is carried out, the eligibility, the license fee and the late fee will be applicable from the date of expiry of the license as has been printed on it. Further, all those concerned have been requested to visit the website of DoT (www.dot.gov.in) for further updates/information. | Advisory | Shipping, Docks, Transportation and Logistics | 31-12-2021 |
| Central | Importer / Exporter Of Narcotic Drugs / Psychotropic Substances / Controlled Substance To Revert To Submission Of Physical Copies Of Application For Export Or Import, Wherever Possible | 07-07-2020 | Pursuant to relaxation in lockdown norms and resumption in courier and postal services, importer/ exporter of Narcotic Drugs / Psychotropic Substances / Controlled Substance are required to revert to submission of physical copies of applications for import/ export along with requisite documents, wherever possible. However, if you are situated in any area or city where the courier / postal services are non-operational or partial lockdown is in effect or offices are non-functional due to Containment Zone declared by a local authority, you may continue to submit the application by e-mail, on the email-ids provided below: a. Application for Import and export of Narcotic Drugs - Suptd-narco@cbn.nic.in b. Application for Import and export of Psychotropic Substances - Suptd-tech@cbn.nic.in c. Application for Export of precursor chemicals - onkarmishra@cbn.nic.in d. Application for Import of precursor chemicals - skverma@cbn.nic.in Ensure that the application and requisite documents are uploaded as a single pdf file; Note: Application received on any other email-id will not be entertained. While submitting the application by e-mail, ensure to submit declaration provided in Annexure 'A' of the appended Public Notice along with payment of licence fee / application fee online through NTRP (Non-Tax Receipt Portal) of https://bharatkosh.gov.in/ and submit self - attested copy of Challan along with the application. Background: Earlier, due to substantial delays during the period of lockdown, owing to non-operative status of the courier companies / speed post, the importer / exporter of Narcotic Drugs / Psychotropic Substances / Controlled Substances were allowed to submit scanned copies of applications along with self - authenticated copies of all documents (including import certificate) on the email id suptd-narco@cbn.nic.in/supdttech@cbn.nic.in/onkarmishra@cbn.nic.in from their registered email ids. | Mandatory | Pharmaceutical industry | 31-07-2020 |
| Punjab | E-Registration For Travellers To Punjab Made Mandatory W.E.F. Midnight June 6, 2020 | 06-07-2020 | The Punjab Government has, in a recent publication dated July 6, 2020, made the process of e-registration for all travellers to the state mandatory from July 7, 2020 12:00 AM onwards. The objective of e-registration is to avoid any inconvenience to the travellers due to crowding and long queues at the border check points. Travellers can self-register online, as per the guidelines issued by the government, and ensure a hassle-free travel for themselves. Road travellers entering or transiting through Punjab are strongly advised to self-register, either through COVA app or through a weblink, https://cova.punjab.gov.in/registration, before embarking on the journey. The registration process is as follows: 1. Register yourself and your co-passengers through either of two ways: A. Through Cova App i. Download COVA App on your smartphone from the Apple App Store or Android Play Store. ii. Install the App. iii. From the Menu choose Self -registration for travel into/ through Punjab iv. Fill in all particulars as sought and press the Submit button. B. Through a weblink i. Self-register at https://cova.punjab.gov.in/registration ii. Fill in all particulars as sought and press the Submit button. iii. Download and Install Cova App before travelling. 3. After registration the primary traveller will receive a confirmation link through SMS. 4. Click on the link for printout. 5. Take a printout with QR code on A4 size sheet. 6. For 4/3 wheelers, paste the printout on the left side your windscreen or place it on the dashboard. 7. At the Border Check Points, staff will scan the QR code on the printout. 8. This will be followed by basic medical screening. 9. After successful medical screening, the process is over. In case a passenger exhibits Covid symptoms, the health staff at the Border Check Point will assist and guide the passenger(s). For passengers entering the state and not merely transiting it, after successfully crossing the check-point, those who are asymptomatic will have to undergo self-quarantine at their homes for 14 days. During quarantine, they will be required to report their medical status daily either by calling 112 or through the Cova App. In case of symptomatic passengers, appropriate instructions will be given at the check-point. | Mandatory | Individuals | No end date specified |
| Central | Rbi Extends Timeline For Finalization Of Audited Accounts | 06-07-2020 | The Reserve Bank of India (RBI), in a notification dated 6th July, 2020 directed towards all Non-Banking Finance Companies (NBFCs) has extended the timeline for finalization of audited documents In view of the on-going situation and taking into account the feedback received from various stakeholders, the RBI has decided that every applicable NBFC will finalise its balance sheet within a period of 3 months from the date to which it pertains or any date as notified by SEBI for submission of financial results by listed entities. | Mandatory | NBFC | Different timeline for separate actions |
| Maharashtra | Maharashtra Government Asks Establishments To Adopt Track- Test-Trace-Isolate Method To Prevent The Spread Of The Pandemic Covid 19 | 06-07-2020 | The Government of Maharashtra, in a Notification dated 6th July, 2020 has informed that it is possible to take immediate action to diagnose and prevent the spread of the pandemic COVID 19, through the Track -Test - Trace - Isolate system. In this regard, there are frequent requests from the concerned private or similar establishments for permission to conduct joint Covid-19 tests of manpower working in private and other establishments in the state. Accordingly, private or similar establishments which are required to conduct tests of manpower working under their office are being given approval to conduct the COVID -19 tests subject to the following provisions. 1. It will be necessary to test at least 50 employees of the concerned establishment. 2. The head of the concerned establishment or the authority appointed by him for the said tests has to submit an application in this regard to the concerned Collector in case of rural and urban areas and to the concerned Municipal Commissioner in case of metropolitan area. 3. The application must clearly state which system (RTPCR, 2NAT, CBNAT, antibody, antigen, etc.) will be used to the test their employees. 4. . Further, the testing capacity of the test laboratory mentioned in their application by the concerned establishment has to be mentioned. Subsequently, in addition to the number of government samples, within the limits of the remaining testing capacity, the private establishments must give approval to the concerned laboratory mentioned in their application to conduct the tests of the selected employees by the private establishments. 5. The Positive (+ ve) and Negative (-ve) reports of the concerned staff regarding Covid-19 test must be reported to ICMR as per the standards / guidelines of Indian Medical Research Council. Also, information about the report of these tests should be made available to the concerned authority as per the orders issued by the Collector, Municipal Commissioner, Public Health Department from time to time. 6. In connection with these tests, it is the responsibility of the concerned private or similar establishment to take necessary action in coordination with the concerned health system regarding referral of patients with Covid-19 Positive (+ ve) to the isolation ward for further treatment as per prescribed norms and procedures. The person authorized in this regard will remain. 7. . If no action is taken in this regard as per the prescribed procedure, contraventions will be penalised as per the relevant provisions of the the concerned Municipal Commissioner, Collector, Competent Authority should take action against the concerned as per the provisions of the Epidemic Diseases Act, 1897. Background: At present, various measures are being taken to contain the spread of the pandemic COVID 19. Accordingly, various guidelines / instructions are issued from time to time through the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.In this regard, instructions have been issued by the Government Circular dated 23.06.2020 regarding strengthening of COVID-19 tests in the state under COVID-19 measures. In view of the instructions it is possible to take immediate action for immediate diagnosis and prevention of the spread of COVID 19 through Track-Test - Trace - Isolate system, maximum Kovid-19 tests should be conducted. In light of these, the present Order is being issued. Caveat- The Order is in Vernacular and has been translated to the best of our understanding. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Telangana | Telangana Government Extends Grace Period For Payment Of Mv Tax For Q.E. 30-06-2020 Till 31-07-2020 | 06-07-2020 | The Transport, Roads and Buildings (Tr.I) Department in an Order dated 6th July, 2020 has extended the grace period for payment of Motor Vehicle advance tax for quarter ending on 30.06.2020 till 31.07.2020. No penalty will be levied on Motor Transport Vehicles during this grace period under the Telangana Motor Vehicles Taxation Act, 1963 ("ACT"). | Mandatory | All | 30-07-2020 |
| Himachal Pradesh | District Magistrate Of Solan In Himachal Pradesh Allows Additional Activities In The District With Certain Restrictions | 05-07-2020 | The District Magistrate of Solan in Himachal Pradesh has issued an Order under Section 144 of the Cr.P.C to re-open more activities in the District, with certain restrictions: Key Highlights: 1. Religious places / places of worship to be opened as per SOPs issued by the Department of Language Art and Culture, HP. 2. Tourism units to operate as per the SOPs issued by the Department of Tourism. 3. Government offices to function as per SOPs issued by the Department of Personnel. 4. Restaurants/dhabas can serve food by operating 60% of their seating capacity in accordance with SOPs issued. 5. Medical Colleges allowed to open in the District for final year students to strengthen the Health System in the coming days with the health training institutions from 15th July, 2020 subject to SOPs issued by the Department of Health and Family Welfare. 6. Movement of individuals prohibited between 9 PM to 5 AM throughout the District except for essential activities, including operation of industrial units in multiple shifts, movement of persons and goods on National and State Highways, loading and unloading of cargo and travel of persons to their destinations after disembarking from buses, trains and airplanes. 7. Inter-state movement of industrial workers, industrialists, traders, raw material suppliers, service providers, inspecting authorities and artihyas will remain regulated as per the SOPs issued by the District Magistrate. 8. All inter-state movement to the District will be monitored through registration in COVID e-Pass Software (http://covidepass.hp.gov.in). People entering the state will have to enter their particulars in this online software. 9. Orchardists/Agriculturists/Contractors/Project Proponents will ensure registration of all labourers brought to the District from other states in the software mentioned above. 10. Inter-state movement of public transport buses is still prohibited however, taxis can ply with permission of the DM. 11. Pass free inter-district movement of public transport buses, private vehicles, taxis and autos is allowed. 12. Stage Carrier Public transport (HRTC and Private Buses) are allowed to operate with adequate safety/hygiene measures. 13.Private Vehicles and public transport taxis are allowed to ply on roads during the permitted hours only. 14. All persons coming from high load COVID-19 infected cities will be institutionally quarantined. But if the person is carrying a personal COVID-19 test report which is negative, issued by a lab authorised by ICMR issued 3 days prior to date of journey is exempted from institutional quarantine. 15. Persons who jump home quarantine will be immediately shifted to institutional quarantine. 16. Orchardists/Agriculturists/Contractors/Project Proponents to arrange for quarantine facility for their labourers who come form other states. 17. Persons visiting the district from other states for the purpose of trade, business, job, project, service purpose, marriage ceremonies etc. and are not coming from high load cities and other containment zones are exempted from the purview of quarantine. 18. Residents of the district exiting the district to visit other states on short duration for medical, business or office purpose and coming back to the district within 48 hours will be exempted from any quarantine provided they are asymptomatic. 19. Aarogya Setu App is mandatory for all people who are entering the district. Also, employers should also ensure that all employees have this app in their mobile phones. 20. National Directives for COVID-19 Management (Annexure-I) to be strictly followed. For a detailed read, please refer to the attached Order. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Meghalaya | Night Curfew Imposed In East Khasi Hills District, Shillong; Effective Since 6Th July Till 13Th July, 2020 | 05-07-2020 | With a view to implement preventive and mitigation measures and to take stringent steps for containment, reduction and elimination of COVID-19, the District Magistrate of East Khasi Hills District, Shillong has promulgated night curfew in East Khasi Hills District with effect since 6th July, 2020 (Monday) upto 13th July, 2020 (Monday) between 10 PM to 5 AM. However, the night curfew will not apply to - 1. Essential services including health services, hospitals, clinics, dispensaries, veterinary clinics, labs; 2. Press, Print and Electronic Media; 3. Security forces; 4. Medical teams on duty; 5.Wholesale and Retail Pharmacies; 6. Police and Armed Forces; 7. Fire and Emergency Service; 8. MeECL, NEEPCO and Power Grid; 9. Food and Civil Supply Department; 10. FCI; 11. Public Works Department (PWD); 12. Public Health Engineering (PHE) Department; 13. Shillong Municipal Board; 14. Postal Service, Telecom, Communications and IT Services; 15. Petrol Pumps including Indian Oil Corporation (OIC); 16. Authorized workshops and designated spare parts dealerships; 17. Government Officials on duty. The above-mentioned shall comply with all protocols and procedures including social distancing, limiting of field staff to the barest minimum and other advisories of Government in the Health and Family Welfare Department. Furthermore, the movement of vehicles carrying essential goods, security forces, medical equipment and shops for repair of trucks on highways are exempt from the night curfew. However, the drivers and attendants of the vehicles will be screened as per protocols. | Mandatory | All | 13-07-2020 |
| Meghalaya | District Magistrate Of East Khasi Hills In Meghalaya Prohibits Certain Activities In The District; Effective 6Th July, 2020 To 13Th July, 2020 | 05-07-2020 | In order to contain the COVID-19 pandemic, the District Magistrate of East Khasi Hills District, Shillong in Meghalaya (District Magistrate) has prohibited certain activities in entire East Khasi Hills District, including Shillong Urban Agglomeration, Civil Sub-Division of Sohra / Pynursla and C&RD Blocks, effective 6th July, 2020 to 13th July, 2020, between 5 am to 10 pm. Key Highlights: A. Some of the prohibited activities: 1. Inter-state movement; 2. Any kind of assembly; Note: Individuals to maintain social distance of at least 6 feet, wear masks, practice respiratory etiquette and strictly follow the various protocols and advisories issued by the Government; 3. Movement in public places, workplaces and transportation without masks; 4. Operation of unregulated major markets and shopping complexes; 5. All forms of large public gatherings and congregation including social, political, entertainment, academic, cultural, religious functions etc. 6. Spitting in public places; 7. Consumption of liquor, paan, gutka, tobacco etc. in public places; 8. Incoming additional workforce from outside the district except for highly skilled, skilled specialised professionals and technicians regulated by SOP of the Meghalaya Labour Department (please refer to Annexure-A of the appended document). B. The District Magistrate has also issued some General Instructions to be implemented in the District: 1. SOP dated 4th June 2020, issued by the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare on preventive measures contain spread of COVID-19 in Office (Public and Private) to be complied; 2. All establishments, agricultural, industrial and commercial activities, shops, services, which have been permitted to operate, shall strictly adhere to the SOPs and National Directives of Government for COVID-19 Management in Public Places and Work places including mandatory compliance to the Advisories of Health and Family Welfare Department; 3. Individuals must maintain a minimum distance of 6 feet / 2 meters in public places; 4. Persons above 65 years of age, persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women and children below 10 years of age are advised to stay at home except for meeting essential requirements and for health purposes; 5. Employers of all shops, services, Establishments etc. must ensure that the Arogya Setu Application has been installed by all their employees having compatible mobiles phones 6. All residents of the district to install Arogya Setu Application on compatible mobiles phones and regularly update their health status on the app for containment of COVID-19 pandemic For a detailed read on the above-mentioned, please refer to appended Order. Source: District Magistrate, East Khasi Hills District, Meghalaya | Mandatory | All | 13-07-2020 |
| Tamil Nadu | Complete Lockdown In Greater Chennai And Other Areas From 6Th July, 2020 In Light Of State-Wide Lockdown Till 31St July, 2020 | 04-07-2020 | In light of the extension of the state-wide lockdown in Tamil Nadu till 31st July, 2020 ,the Chief Secretary to Government ha specified activities that will be permitted in the Districts of Thiruvallur, Kancheepuram and Chengalpet and in Greater Chennai Police Limits from 6th July, 2020. Activities permitted in Thiruvallur, Kancheepuram and Chengalpet (Except containment zones) from 06.07.2020 - i.Only small temples in rural areas with annual income of less than Rs.10000/-, small mosques, darghas and churches will be allowed for public worship. These places of worship should adhere to social distancing norms besides following the measures for the containment of the disease. Places of Worship / Religious Places in Corporations, Municipalities, Town Panchayats areas and big places of worship / religious places in village panchayat limits would remain closed for public worship. ii.All industries and export oriented units are permitted to operate with 100% of employees. iii.IT/ITES are permitted to function at 100 % strength with at least 20% to work from home. iv.All Private offices are allowed to function at 100% strength. However, work from home shall be encouraged to the extent possible. v.All showrooms and large format shops (viz. jewellery and textiles shops) except in shopping malls are permitted to operate with 50% staff strength without air conditioning and limiting the number of customers to 5 at time to ensure social distancing. vi.Tea shops & Restaurants, Vegetable shops and Provision shops, are permitted to function from 6:00 am to 8:00 pm. Other shops including Liquor retail vending (TASMAC) shops are permitted to function from 10:00 am to 8:00 pm. vii. Restaurants shall be permitted to function with dine-in facilities with 50% of seating capacity maintaining social distancing. Air conditioning shall not be used even if it is available. viii. Tea shops are permitted to function subject to 50 % seating capacity at a time to maintain social distancing. ix.Delivery of all goods, including non-essential goods through e-commerce is permitted. x.Rental vehicles and taxis including Cab aggregation are permitted with not more than three passengers, excluding the driver. xi.Autos are permitted with two passengers excluding driver. Cycle rickshaws are also permitted. xii.Fish stalls, Chicken and other meat stalls and egg shops would be permitted on a condition to maintain social distancing. Activities permitted in Greater Chennai Police Limits (Except containment zones) from 06.07.2020 - i. IT/ITEs are permitted to operate with company provided transport at 50% strength subject to a maximum of 80 persons. ii. All Private offices, industrial establishments and Export oriented units are allowed to function at 50% strength. However, work from home shall be encouraged to the extent possible. iii. All showrooms and large format shops (including jewellery and textiles shops) except in shopping malls are permitted to operate from 10.00 AM to 6.00 PM with 50% staff strength without air conditioning and limiting the number of customers to five at a time to ensure social distancing. iv. Take away (Parcel food) alone will be permitted in the Hotels/Restaurants from 6.00 AM to 9.00 PM. Food delivery will be permitted for the food ordered through phones from Hotels/Restaurants. The workers involved in food delivery should obtain identity cards from the respective organisation. v. Vegetable shops and Provision shops are permitted to function from 6:00 am to 6:00 pm vie Tea shops are permitted (parcels only) to function from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. vii. Rental vehicles and taxis including Cab aggregation are permitted with not more than three passengers, excluding the driver. viii. Autos are permitted with two passengers excluding driver, Cycle rickshaws are also permitted, ix. Barber shops, Saloons, Spa and Beauty Parlours are permitted to function as per Standard Operating Procedures without use of air conditioning facility. x. Fish stalls, Chicken and other meat stalls and egg shops are permitted on a condition to maintain social distancing. Activities that continue to remain prohibited until further orders, during the lockdown period throughout the State till 31.07.2020 - i.All religious places / places of worship in urban areas and big religious places / places of worship will be closed for public worship. ii.Religious congregations are strictly prohibited. iii.Tourists travel to tourist places like Nilgiris District, Kodaikanal and Yercaud will be prohibited. iv.Hotels and other hospitality services, except those meant for housing health / police / Government officials / healthcare workers / stranded persons including tourists and for quarantine facilities; v.Shopping malls. vi.Schools, colleges, educational / training / coaching institutions etc. will remain closed. Online / distance learning shall continue to be permitted and shall be encouraged. vii.All international air travel of passengers, except for purposes as permitted by MHA. viii.Metro rail services and suburban train services. ix.All Cinema halls, gymnasiums, swimming pools, entertainment parks, theatres, bars and auditoriums, assembly halls and similar places. Sports complexes and stadia will be permitted to open without spectators. x.All social / political / sports / entertainment / academic / cultural / religious functions / other gatherings and large congregations. xi.Inter-State public transport. xii.Public transport within districts upto 15.07.2020. | Mandatory | All | 31-07-2020 |
| Assam | Assam Allows Certain Activities To Operate Between 05.07.2020 And 12.07.2020; Days Specified For Certain Activities And Conditions Have Been Imposed | 04-07-2020 | The Assam State Disaster Management Authority, Government of Assam in an Order dated 4th July, 2020, has allowed certain activities in the week between 5th July, 2020 and 12th July, 2020, in Kamrup Metropolitan District. Key Highlights of Permitted Activities: 1. Grocery shops are allowed to operate between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. on Monday and Wednesday (6th July, 2020 and 8th July, 2020). However, only 20% of all shops will be allowed to operate on any given day. Shopkeepers and customers have to wear masks, gloves and maintain social distancing. Responsibility of the maintenance of social distancing will be on the shop owner. 2. Wholesalers of grocery items are allowed to replenish stocks of retailers on 5th July, 2020 and 7th July, 2020, between 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. No retail sale is permitted during this period. 3. Activities relating to essential items supply from and to FCI (Food Corporation of India) establishments will be allowed to operate. 4. House-to-house sale of fruits and vegetables will be allowed between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m. on 6th July, 2020 and 8th July, 2020. 5. Activities relating to wholesale distribution of medicines and medical equipment will be allowed between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. only on 6th July, 2020 and 8th July, 2020. 6. Veterinary clinics, veterinary medicine shops, are allowed to operate on al days between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Feed shops are allowed to operate on 6th July, 2020 and 8th July, 2020. 7. E-commerce distribution activities are allowed between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. on 10th July, 2020. 8. Post Offices and Life Insurance Corporation Offices are allowed to operate with only 10% of total employee strength and only 10% of total branches. It has been further stated in the Order that no roadside vending of any fruit, vegetable, fish, etc. will be allowed. | Mandatory | All | 12-07-2020 |
| Central | Ministry Of Finance Directs Penal Interest At 1% Per Month For Delayed Payment To Vendors By Buyer Organization I.E., Not Within 10 Days After Generation Of Crac; Applicable To All Procurements Made From 1St October, 2020. | 03-07-2020 | The Government of India in order to promote discipline and timeliness in payment to vendors specially MSME vendors has decided that whenever a Consignee Receipt and Acceptance Certificate (CRAC) is auto generated or issued to buyer and payment is not made under 10 days then the buyer organization will be required to pay penal interest at 1% per month for the delayed payment beyond the prescribed timeline till the date of such payment. Also, the charge of interest will be prorated for the period of delay (Month may be taken as 30 days in all cases). Further, the amount collected in this regard will be deposited in an account maintained by GeM and the interest will not be paid to the vendor and will be kept by GeM in a separate account which will be used for the education of sellers/buyers etc. or for any other purposes related to GeM. NOTE - These conditions will be applicable for all procurements made from 1st October, 2020. | Mandatory | Organization dealing with MSME vendors | No end date specified |
| Bihar | Government Of Bihar Notifies The Bihar Epidemic Diseases, Covid-19 (Amendment) Regulation, 2020; Effective Immediately | 03-07-2020 | The Government of Bihar has notified the Bihar Epidemic Diseases, COVID-19 Regulation, 2020 ("Regulation") in an Order dated 3rd July, 2020. The amendment has been brought about with immediate effect in order to clarify and simplify the penalty clause and make it compoundable. A new Regulation 19 A has been introduced (to amend Regulation 19) - Regulation 19A: "The State Government hereby authorizes all District Magistrates and also such Officers duly authorized by the District Magistrates within their respective jurisdiction to compound the offences punishable under section 188 of the Indian Penal Code for violating any provision of the Bihar Epidemic Diseases, COVID-19 Regulation, 2020 as provided under Regulation 19 (Penalty) of the said Regulation, 2020, by violating the order or Regulation prohibiting the actions specified in column-2 of the schedule given below for the amount specified against each of them in column 3 of the said schedule. " Offence - Any person not wearing face mask or face cover (nose and mouth covered properly) in public or work place - Amount in Rupees for which offence is to be compounded - ¹ 50/- For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Jammu And Kashmir | Guidelines/Instructions On Lockdown Measures In The Union Territory Of Jammu And Kashmir Wef 04-07-2020 | 03-07-2020 | The Chief Secretary, State Executive Committee, Jammu and Kashmir in an Order dated 3rd July, 2020 has issued guidelines/instructions for regulating activities within the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir for effective containment of COVID-19 with effect from 4th July, 2020 till further orders. These instructions are being issued for regulating activities that are permitted during the extended period of lockdown (Unlock-2). No fresh permission/passes are required for activities which were already permitted under the earlier orders. All instructions relating to safety, health precautions, social distancing, etc., continue to apply. Key highlights of the order 1. Inter-state/UT, inter-province and inter-district buses for public transport and private vehicles except those permitted are not permitted in the entire UT of J&K till further orders. 2. All schools, colleges, universities etc. except training institutions run by the Central/State Government are not permitted. However, online/distance learning is permitted. 3. All cinema halls, gyms, swimming pools, entertainment parks, spas, theatres, bars and similar places will be closed until further orders. 4. Religious places/places of worship will continue to remain closed for public till further orders. 5. There will be no inter-province or inter-state/UT movement of individuals except after obtaining permissions or in permitted public transport. 6. The movement of individuals for all non-essential activities will be between 10 PM to 5 AM only. 7. Persons above the age of 65, persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women and children below age of 10 years will stay at home except for meeting essential requirement or for health purposes. 8. SOPs issued by the government can be found at www.jkgad.nic.in. 9. All people coming into Jammu and Kashmir will have to compulsorily undergo a COVID-19 RTPCR test after that they will be put under 14 day COVID-19 institutional/administrative quarantine till the test result is negative, in which case they are released for home quarantine. But if the test result is positive they will be sent to a COVID hospital for treatment. Activities permitted - 1. Normal functioning of private hospitals, clinics and nursing homes (including OPD services). 2. All e-commerce and courier services. 3. All agriculture, horticulture, animal husbandry and related activities. 4. Canteens/eateries at bus stands, railway stations and airports with passes in red districts. 5. All restaurants, including in hotels can operate for home deliver, take away and dining-in with up to 50% capacity. 6. Hotels and hospitality services can operate at 100% capacity by following SOP of Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. 7. All shopping malls can open subject to SOP of Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, except in red districts where they can operate with 50% shops open on alternate days. Shops in malls can open from 9 AM till 7 PM, food courts and dining facilities will operate with 50% capacity and children gaming zones/arcades etc will remain closed. 8. Banks and financial services. 9. Liquor shops and manufacturing units. 10. Barber shops, saloons and parlors. 11. Self-employed service providers such as plumbers, technicians, electricians etc. 12. Auto-rickshaws with maximum 2 passengers only intra-district. 13. Taxi and cab aggregators are permitted to ply with one driver and two passengers only within the district. 14. Intra-district movement of individuals in vehicles is allowed with maximum of 2 passengers, besides the driver in 4 wheelers. For 2 wheelers, no pillion rider is allowed. 15. Intra-district public passenger transport can operate with upto 2/3rd seating capacity for buses and upto 50% capacity for mini-buses by JKSRTC only on routes notified by the Transport department. 16. Marriage related functions with not more than 50 persons maintaining social distancing, with permission required for the function in Red Districts. 17. Funeral/last rites related rituals with not more the 20 persons maintaining social distancing. In addition to the above mentioned activities, measures to be taken on occurrence of positive cases in offices, hotels, restaurants and shopping malls, movement of individuals and SOP for industrial activities are given in the order. For a detailed read on all the SOPs and instructions please refer to the appended order. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Karnataka | Karnataka Government Puts Up Letter From Icmr On Its Website; Private Labs/Hospitals Intending To Conduct Covid-19 Tests Directed To Take Accreditation From Nabl | 03-07-2020 | The Indian Council of Medical Research ("ICMR"), in a Letter to all the State Governments dated 3rd July, 2020, stated that all private laboratories in the State who intend to initiate TrueNat/CBNAAT based testing for COVID-19 should be encouraged to immediately apply for National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories ("NABL") accreditation. This Letter has been put up by the Government of Karnataka on its website for information. In the backdrop of the COVID-19 crisis, NABL has established expedited approval mechanisms with fast-track approvals being granted within 7 days. However, the need to augment testing for COVID-19 in the current situation is necessary. ICMR is committed to support all the States in ramping up testing. It was conveyed to the State Governments by ICMR that all private laboratories who intend to initiate TrueNat/CBNAAT based testing for COVID-19 should be encouraged to immediately apply for NABL accreditation. All the labs who have applied can reach out to ICMR (at aggarwal.n@icmr.gov.in), with a copy of their NABL application. The ICMR will provide expedited approval for TrueNat/CBNAAT, subject to NABL approval, which can be submitted within a maximum time span of four weeks from the date of approval. ICMR had also conveyed in the letter that it has included a mandatory criterion for obtaining NABL accreditation for all COVID-19 testing private laboratories including those with TrueNat/CBNAAT platform. This is primarily to ensure high quality testing and ensure correct interpretation of test results. Many of the labs are doing this test for the first time and hence it is prudent to comply with NABL norms and obtain accreditation of private labs. This will also help in improving the overall quality of private labs in the States. | Mandatory | Pathological Laboratories | No end date specified |
| Madhya Pradesh | Public Health And Family Welfare Department, Government Of Madhya Pradesh Notified Conditions And The Maximum Amount That Can Be Charged For Covid-19 Test In Private Laboratories | 03-07-2020 | The Public Health and Family Welfare Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh (Department) has notified conditions for conducting COVID-19 RTPCR tests and prescribed the maximum amount that can be charged by private laboratories (accredited to ICMR and NABL) for conducting RTPCR COVID-19 test at Rs. 1980/- (inclusive of all taxes). These tariffs have been effective since 1st July, 2020. Background: Earlier, ICMR had capped the prices of COVID-19 test by private laboratories at Rs. 4500. Subsequently, the price for such test was capped at Rs. 2500. Now, in order to make affordable test facilities available to the masses, ICMR has reduced the prices of tests further. Key highlights: (a) The above-mentioned amount has been fixed for private laboratories accredited by ICMR and NABL; (b) The cost covers sample collection, packaging and reporting along with test; (c) All COVID-19 tests performed in private laboratories and hospitals through CBNAAT/ Genexpert and TrueNat, will be chargeable at Rs. 1980. (d) Samples should be sent to private laboratories for testing only after ensuring 100% utilization of Covid-10 testing capacity of Government Laboratories. (e) RTPCR test of Covid-19 by private testing laboratories should be carried out in this regard by following the protocol prescribed by the Government of India and ICMR from time to time. (f) While collecting samples for testing, the persons name, full address, mobile number and other such information should be uploaded on to the RTPCR app. Such information should be kept confidential. (g) The above-mentioned rates for the tests should be displayed prominently in a conspicuous place. (h) Upon testing, if a person is found to be infected with COVID-19, all the details should be immediately furnished to the Chief Medical and Health Officer and the concerned IDSP cell. (i) In private laboratories, all the data generated by RTPCR machines, including the graphs and test kits along with the batch numbers should be preserved and the State Government may examine the data in future if the need arises. (j) The person in charge of private laboratory is required to appoint a nodal officer and the information of such appointment should be sent to the concerned Collector and Chief Medical and Health Officer. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | Healthcare | No end date specified |
| Central | Nppa Notifies Directions To Manufacturers Of Specific Drugs (Which Form A Part Of The Clinical Treatment Protocol For Covid 19) With Regard To Production And Availibility Of Adequate Stocks | 03-07-2020 | Pursuant to earlier letters issued by the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare with regard to requirement and availability of certain drugs, the Department of Pharmaceuticals (Department) has issued a letter to all manufacturers of Methyl Prednisolone (IV), Enoxaparin and Dexamethasone ("Manufacturers") directing them to ensure adequate availability of the drugs across the country, given that such drugs are part of the clinical treatment protocol for COVID -19. Key Compliance obligations: Manufacturers to ensure: a. production of adequate quantity of the above-mentioned drugs and take proactive steps to maintain adequate stock and maintain supply across the country; b. availability of adequate stocks of the drugs across the country whenever and wherever short of supply is reported. c. immediate intimation is provided on the following details - i. Production / sale of the above mentioned drugs during the last 2 years (FY. 2018-19, 2019-20); ii. Stock lying with the company as on date; iii. Production schedule for the next six (6) months; iv. Details of suppliers from whom the manufacturers are sourcing the API and details regarding the problems faced during such sourcing; v. Details of procurement orders placed by State governments; vi. Additional details may be provided in the prescribed format (The format for providing additional details is annexed to the appended Letter). The Director General of Health Services has provided the following information with regard to the quantity and dates with regard to requirement of the drugs A. Methyl Prednisolone Quantity - 138710 vials by Period (upto)- 31.07.2020 B. Enoxaparin; Quantity - 3015442 vials (40mg) 1407206 vials (60mg) by Period (upto)- 31.07.2020 C. Dexamethasone; Quantity- 33 Lakh tablets; by Period (upto)- 15.08.2020 For a detailed read, please refer to appended Letter. | Mandatory | Manufacturer of drugs | Different timeline for separate actions |
| Odisha | Odisha Notifies Private Laboratories For Rt-Pcr Testing; Fixes Price For Testing At Rs.2,200/- | 03-07-2020 | The Governmet of Odisha, Health and Family Welfare Department has in a notification dated July 7, 2020 notified the following 4 ICMR approved private laboratories for RT-PCR Covid -19 testing at Rs. 2,200/- (including GST and other charges)- 1. Dept. of Lab Services, Appolo Hospitals, Bhubaneswar 2. IMS & SUM Hospital, Bhubaneswar 3. InDNA Life Sciences Pvt. Ltd., 2nd Floor, KIIT Bhubaneswar 4. GenX Diagnostics, A19, Maharshi College Road, Sahid Nagar, Bhubaneswar For a detailed read, please refer to the appended document. | Advisory | Individuals | No end date specified |
| Rajasthan | Rajasthan Government Issues The Clinical Management Protocol For Covid 19 Pandemic | 03-07-2020 | The Rajasthan Government has published on its website the Clinical Management Protocol for COVID 19 pandemic. The document also provides a guidance on specimen collection, processing, transportation, including related biosafety procedures. For a detailed read of the document, please refer to the attachment. | Advisory | Healthcare | No end date specified |
| West Bengal | West Bengal Government Mandates Wearing Of Masks In Public Places; Repeated Non-Compliance To Be Penalized | 02-07-2020 | The West Bengal Government had, in an earlier lockdown extension Order dated June 30, 2020, directed that norms of physical distancing and wearing of masks be strictly followed by all persons. The lockdown extension Order also stated that the violation of norms of physical distancing and wearing of masks will attract penal action. Now, in another Order dated July 2, 2020, the State Government has reiterated that anybody found in a public places or on the road without masks will be asked to wear masks and in failing to do so they would be sent back from such public place. The Order also states that penalty will be imposed on repeat offenders in this regard. The district administration/ municipal administration, concerned government departments and police authorities have been directed to enforce the above directions. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | Individuals | No end date specified |
| Andhra Pradesh | Andhra Pradesh Adopts The Mha Unlock 2.0 Guidelines For Implementation Of The Phased Re-Opening Of Activities (Unlock 2) In The State | 02-07-2020 | The Health, Medical and Family Welfare Department of Andhra Pradesh has, in an Order dated 2nd July, 2020, notified the guidelines for implementation of the phased re-opening (Unlock 2), as issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs in the Order dated 29th June, 2020. Key Highlights: 1. Activities prohibited during Unlock 2 period: i. Schools, colleges, educational and coaching institutions. Online/distance learning shall continue to be permitted and shall be encouraged. ii. International air travel of passengers, except as permitted by the Ministry of Home Affairs. iii. Metro Rail. iv. Cinema halls, gymnasiums, swimming pools, entertainment parks, theatres, bars, auditoriums, assembly halls and similar places. v. Social/political/sports/entertainment/academic/cultural/religious functions and other large congregations. 2. Night Curfew: Movement of individuals will be strictly prohibited between 10 p.m. to 5 a.m., except for essential activities, including operation of industrial units in multiple shifts, movement of persons and goods on National and State Highway/major district roads, loading and unloading of cargo and travel of persons to their destinations after disembarking from buses, trains and airplanes. 3. Lockdown will continue to remain in force in the Containment Zones till 31st July, 2020. Only essential activities will be allowed in the Containment Zones. No movement of people in or out of these zones will be allowed except medical emergencies and for maintenance of essential goods and services 4. There will be no restriction on inter-state and intra-state movement of persons and goods. No separate permission/approval/e-permit will be required for such movement. 5. Persons above 65 years of age, persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women, and children below the age of 10 years are advised to stay at home, except for essential and health purposes. 6. Use of Aarogya Setu app: i. Employers, on best effort basis, are required to ensure that Aarogya Setu is installed by all employees having compatible mobile phones. ii. District authorities may advise individuals to install the Aarogya Setu application on compatible mobile phones and regularly update their health status on the app. 7. National Directives for COVID-19 management (under Annexure I of the Order): i. Wearing of face cover is compulsory in public places, in workplaces and during transport. ii. Individuals must maintain a minimum distance of 6 feet (2 gazki doori) in public places. Shops will be required to ensure physical distancing among customers iii. Spitting in public places will be punishable with fine. iv. Consumption of liquor, pan, gutka, tobacco, etc. in public places is prohibited. v. Large public gatherings / congregations will containue to remain prohibited. 8. Additional directives for workplaces (under Annexure I of the Order): i. As far as possible, the practice of work-from-home must be followed. ii. Staggering of work/business hours has to be followed in offices, work places, shops, markets and industrial and commercial establishments. iii. Provision for thermal scanning, hand wash and sanitizer has to be made at aII entry and exit points and common areas. iv. Frequent sanitization of entire workplace, common facilities and all points which came into human contact, like door handles, etc., has to be ensured, including between shifts. v. All persons in charge of workplaces must ensure adequate distance between workers, adequate gaps between shifts, staggering the lunch breaks of staff, etc., for the purpose of social distancing. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. Source: Health, Medical and Family Welfare Department, Andhra Pradesh | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Kerala | Government Of Kerala Rolls Out Additional Regulations To Contain The Spread Of Covid-19 In The State; Will Remain In Force For A Period Of 1 Year | 02-07-2020 | In a Gazette Notification dated 2nd July, 2020 the Government of Kerala has rolled out the Kerala Epidemic Disease Corona Virus Disease (COVID 19) Additional Regulations, 2020 (Additional Regulations). The Additional Regulations have become effective since 2nd July, 2020 and will remain in force for a period of 1 year unless otherwise notified. The following precautionary measures have to be strictly implemented: 1. Wearing of face mask/cover- All persons have to cover their mouth and nose with a face mask in all public places and workplaces 2. Social Distancing- A social distance of 6 feet has to be maintained. 3. Marriage Function- The maximum number of persons in a marriage function must not exceed 50. Further, it is mandatory for all persons to use sanitiser, cover face with mask and maintain a social distance of 6 feet. 4. Funeral Functions- In a funeral, the maximum number of participants at a time must not exceed 20. They should mandatorily wear face mask and use sanitiser. 5. Social Gathering- No social gathering like get together, procession, dharna, congregation, demonstration etc will be conducted without the written permission of the Authority. 6. Shops and commercial establishments- In shops and commercial establishments, the maximum number of persons permitted must not be more than 20 at a time depending on the size of the room. They should further maintain a social distancing of 6 feet. All customers must wear a mask/ face cover at all times. 7. Registration on COVID 19 Jagratha e-platform- All persons intending to visit Kerala have to furnish details as prescribed in the COVID 19 Jagratha e-platform established by the government for contact tracing, ensuring quarantine and other COVID 19 combating measures. 8. Inter state carriage road and transport- The regular operation of inter state carriage road transport from and to Kerala by public and private sectors will remain suspended. The Additional Regulations further prohibit spitting in public places, road or footpath. | Mandatory | All | 02-07-2021 |
| Goa | Goa Allows Only Permitted Hotels To Open For Business; Only Those Hotels Which Had Applied Earlier And Have Provisions For Isolation Facilities Have Been Allowed To Open | 02-07-2020 | The Government of Goa, in a Circular dated 2nd July, 2020, has stated that only those hotels which had submitted their applications online along with a self-declaration to the Department of Tourism, Government of Goa and have a provision for isolation facilities within their hotels for accomodating guests who have opted for a COVID-19 test while entering the State of Goa, will be allowed to open. Background: In a previous Circular dated 8th June, 2020, the Government of Goa requested all registered accomodation units that are compliant to safety and hygiene guidelines/SOPs laid down by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare and who are prepared to open their business anytime from 8th June, 2020, to submit their applications alongwith a self-declaration form to the Department of Tourism, Government of Goa. Now, with this Circular, the Government of Goa is allowing only those registered hotels that had applied for the same and have a provision for isolation facilities within their hotels for accomodating guests who have opted for a COVID-19 test while entering the State of Goa, will be allowed to open. The Department of Tourism, Government of Goa, has pepared a comprehensive "Safety and Hygiene Guide" including the detailed protocols for: 1. Tourist entry into the State of Goa 2. Accomodation Units 3. Tour and Travel Operators 4. Tourist Transport Operators 5. Tourist Guides Only those hotels complying with the Guidelines will be allowed to commence their business activities. It has also been directed to ensure that only the permitted hotels offer their accomodation for booking and tourists having pre-booked accomodations only will be allowed to enter the State of Goa. No other hotel/accomodation can open for business unless permitted by the Authrities. To get the list of hotels permitted to open for business (adhering to the Guidelines), please follow the link below: https://www.goa.gov.in/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Approved-Hotels-169-03-Jul-2020.pdf | Mandatory | Hotels, Acommodation and Hospitality | No end date specified |
| Chandigarh | District Magistrate Chandigarh Prohibits Movement Of Individuals For All Non-Essential Activities In The District Until Further Orders | 02-07-2020 | The District Magistrate Chandigarh has issued an Order dated July 2, 2020, imposing restrictions under Section 144 CrPC. The Order prohibits the movement of individuals, for all non essential activities between 10:00 P.M. to 05:00 A.M in the district. Any breach of this order will be liable to action under section 188 of the Indian Penal Code. The Order is effective from July 1, 2020 and will remain in force till further orders. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Odisha | Odisha Issues Covid-19 Infection Control Measures To Be Strictly Adhered With By All Hospital Staffs And Management | 02-07-2020 | The Directorate of Health Services, Odisha has, in an Order dated 2nd July, 2020, issued COVID-19 infection control measures to be strictly adhered with by hospital staffs and management to restrict the transmission of infection to care givers, co-patients and attendants. Key Highlights: 1. All hospitals (Government/Private/Corporate) are required to strictly follow the guidelines issued by the Government of India and the Odisha Government. 2. Separate fever clinics must be created in the hospitals, away from the main working areas of the hospital, for the screening of suspected COVID-19 cases or persons coming from hotspot areas. 3. All hospitals must ensure preliminary screening of patients and their attendants at the time of entering the hospital 4. Hospitals must ensure use of masks, sanitizers, social distancing, hand washing and other standard precautionary measures 5. Hospitals must create isolation wards/section for admitting suspected COVID-19 cases or persons coming from hotspot areas and to subject them to COVID-10 test. Such isolation facilities must be created preferably in an isolated building or in a separate zone if the former is not possible. 6. The staffs deployed in such isolation sections must not be deployed in any other section of the hospitals 7. The hospital management must ensure that the healthcare workers strictly adhere to the Government protocol for appropriate use of PPE. 8. In case of patients requiring referral to other hospitals before the test due to non-availability of facility or during emergency, such transfer must be undertaken only with prior intimation to and confirmation from hospitals to be referred to as per protocol. The referral record must contain detailed clinical history including travel history or residency in hotspot areas of such patients. 9. No patient can be denied health care services on any ground including suspicion of COVID-19 infection or coming from hotspot areas. 10. No life threatening emergency procedures/treatment can be denied to patients or deferred on the ground of suspicion of Covid infection, coming from a hotspot area or non-availability of Covid test report. Hospitals must undertake such treatment without waiting for test report by taking all universal precautions. 11. Detection of any COVID-19 case in Non Covid Hospitals/Nursing homes must be notified to the District Surveillance unit. Please refer to the appended document for further details. Source: Directorate of Health Services, Odisha | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Himachal Pradesh | Government Of Himachal Pradesh Adopts The Mha Unlock 2.0 Guidlelines With Modifications/ Restrictions; Effective Till 31St July, 2020 | 02-07-2020 | The Government of Himachal Pradesh has notified the implementation of MHA Unlock 2.0 guidelines issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs with certain restrictions: Key Highlights: (i) Movement of individuals to remain strictly prohibited between 9.00 PM to 5.00 AM throughout the State, except for essential activities, including operation of industrial units in multiple shifts, movement of persons and goods on National and State Highways, loading and unloading of cargo and travel of persons to their destination after disembarking from buses, trains and airplanes. The District Magistrate shall issue orders, in the entire area of their jurisdiction, under appropriate provisions of law, such as under Section of 144 Cr. PC and ensure strict compliance; (ii) Religious places / places of worship shall be opened only as per the SOPs to be issued by the Department of Language, Art and Culture, Himachal Pradesh, after ensuring full readiness to comply with the SOPs; (iii) Tourism units will be opened and operated as per the SOPs issued by the Department of Tourism Department from time to time; (iv) The Government Offices will function as per the SOPs issued by the Department of Personnel from time to time; (v) Restaurant / dhabas can serve food by operating at 60% of their seating capacity and in accordance with SOPs issued by Department of Tourism from time to time. (vi) The HPTDC lifts in Shimla can be now made operational with all necessary precautions regarding containment of spread of COVID-19. (vii) The medical colleges are allowed to open in the State for final year students to strengthen the Health System in coming days along with the health training institutions from 15 th July 2020 subject to the SOPs issued by Department of Health and Family Welfare. Movement of persons with SOPs: Movement by passenger trains and Shramik special trains, domestic air travel, movement of Indian Nationals stranded outside the country and of specified persons to travel abroad, evacuation of foreign nationals and signon and sign-off of Indian seafarers will continue to be regulated as per SOPs issued earlier. Procedure for Monitoring the spread of COVID 19 and Contact Tracing: (i) All inter-state movement to the State will be monitored through registration in COVID E-Pass Software to monitor compliance with quarantine requirements and facilitate Contact tracing of persons in the event of detection of COVID19 positive cases. All persons desirous of entering the State shall enter their particulars in this online software and details of their arrival will be shared with all concerned for the purpose of quarantine requirement and contact tracing. (ii) The Orchardists/Agriculturist/Contractors/Project Proponents shall ensure registration of all labourers brought to State from outside in COVID E-Pass Software; (iii) The persons travelling to the State or entering the State through rail and air route may do so on the basis of ticket/boarding pass. However, they may also be encouraged to register in COVID E-Pass Software (iv)Daily/weekend commuters such as industrialists, traders, Suppliers factory workers, project proponents, etc. may enter and exit the State by providing their database with the Deputy Commissioners concerned. Those who have already obtained permission in this regards, need not register again. (v)The people coming to Himachal Pradesh State from other States shall strictly adhere to the prevailing Guidelines/SOPs issued by Department of Health and Family Welfare and Revenue Department (DM) of the State. Public Transport & Movement of Vehicles: (i) Inter-State movement of public transport buses will remain prohibited. Taxis however can ply with permission of the Deputy Commissioners. (ii) Pass free inter-district movement of public transport buses, private vehicles, taxis and autos shall be allowed. (iii) Stage Carrier Public transport (HRTC and Private Buses shall be allowed to operate with adequate measures for containment of COVID-19. (iv) The public transport taxis and private vehicles may ply on roads during the permitted hours. Quarantine Requirements: (i) The quarantine period for returnees to the State will be as per the guidelines issued by the Department of Health and Family Welfare, Govt. of HP from time to time. Adequate monitoring may be done to ensure compliance of guidelines of home quarantine by the persons concerned. (ii) persons coming from high load COVID-19 infected cities, as notified by the Health and Family Welfare Department of Himachal Pradesh from time to time will be institutionally quarantined. Only for exceptional and compelling reasons such as cases of human distress, pregnancy, death in family, serious illness and parent(s) accompanied by Children below 10 years, as assessed by the receiving district and found justified, home quarantine may be permitted for 14 days. (iii) All asymptomatic persons coming from all other States/cities will be home quarantined as per the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Govt. of India, guidelines issued from time to time. (iv) All persons coming from abroad will be quarantined as per the guidelines of Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Govt. of India, guidelines issued from time to time. (v) All symptomatic and persons with DLI symptoms may be kept in institutional quarantine facilities. (vi) All persons who jump home quarantine will be immediately admitted to institutional quarantine facilities. (vii) Those asking for better facilities other than identified by the District Administration may be quarantined in paid facilities pre-identified and notified by the district administration. (viii) The Orchardists/Agriculturist/Contractors/Project Proponents shall arrange for quarantine facility of all labour brought to the State from outside. The migrant labourer coming in the State can be sent directly to the work site of the Orchardist/AgricuIturist/Contractor/Project Proponents arranging separate transport. The labour can start working at these sites immediately subject to observing all the due precautions including social distancing, not mixing up with local population and the constant monitoring for symptoms as is being done for quarantined persons. The period of active surveillance shall however continue to be the same as per the period prescribed by the guidelines issued by the Department of Health & family Welfare. (ix) Industrial 'workers, industrialist, traders, raw material suppliers, service providers, inspecting authorities will be exempted from purview of Home Quarantine. (x) The persons visiting the State for bonafide purpose of trade, business, job, project, service purpose, marriage ceremonies, commission agents, and others with supporting documents and entering the State, and not coming from high load cities and other containment zones from rest of the country, will also be exempted from the purview of quarantine. (xi) Daily /weekend commuters through Interstate barriers may also be exempted from any quarantine requirement. However, it will be the individuals personal responsibility to report at health facility in case of the flu/ UI symptoms. (xii) The residents of State exiting the State to visit other States for short duration for medical, business or office purpose and coming back to State within 48 hours, may also be exempted from any requirement of quarantine, provided they are asymptomatic. (xii) The tourists with valid booking, preferably for durations not less than 5 days and having been tested for COVID-19 by an ICMR accredited laboratory not earlier than 72 hours at the time of entry may also be exempted from the requirement of quarantine. Use of Aarogya Setu App: (i) Use of Aarogya Setu app shall be mandatory for all persons entering the State of Himachal Pradesh. (ii) With a view to ensuring safety in offices and workplaces, employers on best effort basis should ensure that Aarogya Setu is installed by all employees having compatible mobile phones. (iii) District authorities may advise individuals to install the Aarogya Setu application on compatible mobile phones and regularly update their health status on the app. This will facilitate timely provision of medical attention to those individuals who are at risk, National Directives: National Directives for COVID-19 management specified in the MHA Unlock 2.0 guidelines to be strictly followed. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | All | 31-07-2020 |
| Uttarakhand | Uttarakhand Issues Guidelines In Pursuance To Mha Unlock-2 Guidelines; Effective Since 2Nd July, 2020 | 02-07-2020 | Pursuant to the Ministry of Home Affairs Guidelines ("MHA Unlock 2"), dated 29th June, 2020, the Uttarakhand State Disaster Management Authority issued Guidelines for implementation of lockdown measures in the State. Key Highlights: 1. Containment and Buffer Zones to be demarcated by the District authorities; 2. In areas outside Containment Zones all activities are permitted except: i. educational and coaching institutions (will remain closed till 31st July, 2020. Online/distance learning will continue to be permitted and is encouraged); ii. International air travel of passengers is prohibited (except as permitted by MHA); iii. Cinema halls, gymnasiums, swimming pools, entertainment parks, theatres, bars, auditoriums, assembly halls and similar places will remain closed until further orders. iv. Social, political, sports, entertainment, academic, cultural, religious functions and other large congregations will remain prohibited until further orders. 3. With regard to Inter-State movement, persons coming in from outside the State will be dealt in the following ways: i. The inbound persons from other States, irrespective of the mode of travel, have to mandatorily register themselves on the Smart City web portal (smartcitydehradun.uk.gov.in), prior to their travel. Though, no permit / permission will be required for such movement, the registration documents will be necessarily verified at the border check posts. ii. inbound persons from other States, irrespective of the mode of travel, have to mandatorily download and update the Arogya Setu application mobile application; iii. All inbound persons who are not coming from a high-load COVID-19 infected city, will only be home quarantined for 14 days; iv. All inbound persons from high-load COVID-19 infected cities, irrespective of the mode of travel will have to mandatorily undergo institutional quarantine for 7 days and subsequently be under 7 days of home quarantine. However, all pregnant women, seriously ill persons and persons above 65 years of age or persons accompanied by children below the age of 10 years, will be exempted from the mandatory period of 7-days institutional quarantine and are permitted to stay in home quarantine for 14 days; v. All inbound asymptomatic persons travelling for a short visit (up to 7 days), for exceptional and compelling reasons, such as cases of death in family, serious illness, visiting old-aged parents or family members or any other reason of personal distress, will be exempted from being quarantined, but will be allowed to move outside their homes (as per the address specified in the web portal during registration), only to attend for the above mentioned reasons; vi. All inbound asymptomatic workers, employees, experts/consultants and suppliers involved in business and management of industries located in Uttarakhand, travelling for the purpose of business, technical expertise for industries or other similar purposes, will be exempted from being quarantined and there will be no restrictions regarding the minimum period of stay for such persons in the hotels. They will be allowed to move to their workplace in the State on a daily basis and will be allowed to travel back to their place of origin after completion of work. It will be the responsibility of the concerned establishments to ensure that all norms of safety and social distancing as per Ministry of Health and Family Welfare and MHA Guidelines, are strictly complied with; vii. All asymptomatic persons, travelling by flight and transiting through the high-load COVID-19 infected cities, will have to undergo a period of 14 days in home quarantine; viii. All asymptomatic persons who are travelling to high-load COVID-19 infected cities from the State for a maximum duration of 3 days (due to exceptional and compelling reasons) will be exempt from being quarantined, on their return to the State. 5. No permit / permission will be required for inter-district movement of persons within the State. However, all such persons have to mandatorily register themselves on the web portal (smartcitydehradun.uk.gov.in), prior to such movement. All such persons, irrespective of their mode of travel, will be exempted from being quarantined. 6. All asymptomatic inbound persons travelling from other countries to the State, will have to madatorily register themselves on the web portal, prior to their journey. All such persons will have to undergo a period of 7 days in institutional quarantine and subsequently a period of 7 days in home quarantine. However, in exceptional and compelling circumstances, such as preganancy, death in family, serious illness, persons above 65 years of age and parents accompanied by children below 10 years of age, or any other reason of personal distress, home quarantine may be permitted by for 14 days. 7. In cases where results of samples of asymptomatic persons in institutional quarantine are still awaited, they will be discharged from the institutional quarantine on completion of 7 days. However, close monitoring of their health condition for the subsequent period of 7 days in home quarantine will be done. Further, prior to such discharge, they have to submit a self-declaration form/undertaking for strictly adhering to the health protocols and State guidelines. 8. Re-opening of hotels/bed and breakfast/homestay and hospitality services: i. All hotels/bed and breakfast/homestay and hospitality services are allowed to open in the State, except those in containment zones. However, the management will ensure that the bookings of persons from other states are for a minimum period of 7 days. However, there is no restriction on the minimum period of stay for persons who have undergone RT-PCR test from an ICMR (Indian Council for Medical Research) authorised lab (not earlier than 72 hours from the time of arrival), reflecting a COVID-19 negative report. ii. All tourists have to necessarily register themselves on the web portal. However all those tourists who have undergone RT-PCR test from an ICMR (Indian Council for Medical Research) authorised lab (not earlier than 72 hours from the time of arrival), reflecting a COVID-19 negative report, will have to also necessarily upload their medical report on the web portal. iii. All hotels outside the containment zones having necessary permission/license will be allowed to serve liquor only as a part of room service, subject to all norms of social distancing and safety. However, bars situated within the hotel premises will not be allowed to operate. iv. The management of such hotels, etc. will take a written undertaking (self-declaration form) from the tourist that they are not going to visit any public place in the State during their stay in the hotel, unless they have undergone RT-PCR test from an ICMR (Indian Council for Medical Research) authorised lab (not earlier than 72 hours from the time of arrival), reflecting a COVID-19 negative report. v. In addition, the management have to strictly adhere to the Standard Operating Procedure ("SOP") issued by the Department of Tourism, Government of Uttarakhand on hotels, bed and breakfast, homestay and other hospitality units. 9. All restaurants will be allowed to open in the State between 7 a.m. and 9 p.m (except those in containment zones). The restaurant managers/owners have to make arrangements to ensure that a record of all customers and the waiters serving the tables, is maintained all the time, specifying the date and time for the same. In addition, the restaurant management must strictly adhere to the SOP issued by Department of Tourism, Government of Uttarakhand, on restaurants. 10. All shopping malls are allowed to open between 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. (restaurants inside the malls are allowed to be open till 9 p.m.). Malls falling in containment zones are not allowed to open. Prior to opening the mall, the management has to provide a self-declaration/undertaking to the District Administration, regarding various measures taken for preventing the spread of COVID-19 and also regarding adherence to other guidelines. Only 50% of the shops in these malls are allowed to open on any given day and the management has to make arrangements for the same. 11. Movement of individuals is strictly prohibited between 9 p.m. to 7 a.m. (night curfew), except for essential activities including operations of industrial units in multiple shifts, movement of goods on National and State Highways, loading and unloading of cargo and travelling of persons to their destinations after disembarking from buses, trains and airplanes. Additionally, all asymptomatic persons are allowed to go for walks or jogs from 5 a.m. onwards, provided they comply with norms of safety and social distancing. No such morning walks/jogs are not allowed in containment zones. The parks and playgrounds are also closed till further orders. 12. Persons above 65 years of age, people with co-morbidities, pregnant women and children below 10 years of age, have been advised to stay at home, except for essential and health purposes. 13. National Directives for COVID-19 management, issued by MHA (provided in Annexure 2 of this Letter), will be continued to be followed in the State. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended document. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Punjab | Punjab Issues Guidelines For Unlock 2; Effective Till 30Th July 2020 | 01-07-2020 | The Directorate of Information and Public Relations, Government of Punjab, has informed that Guidelines have been issued for phased reopening for Unlock 2, effective from 1st July, 2020 up to 30th July, 2020. The Guidelines seek to reopen more activities in a calibrated manner in areas outside the containment zones. Key Highlights: 1. The Government has allowed the district authorities to impose such restrictions as deemed necessary in areas outside the containment zones. However, there shall be no restriction on inter-state and intra-state movement of persons and goods including those for cross land-border trade under treaties with neighbouring countries. No separate permission/approval/e-permit will be required for such movements. 2. Schools, colleges, educational and coaching institutions would remain closed till 31st July, 2020. Online/distance learning shall continue to be permitted and be encouraged. 3. Metro rail, cinema halls, gymnasiums, swimming pools, entertainment parks, theatres, bars, auditoriums, assembly halls and similar places remain prohibited from opening/resuming. Apart from this, social/political/sports/entertainment/academic/cultural/religious functions and other large congregations would also remain prohibited. All other activities will be permitted in areas outside containment zones. 4. Lockdown will continue to remain in force in containment zones till 31st July 2020 and such zones would be demarcated by the district authorities as per the guidelines of the Union Ministry of Health & Family Welfare (MoHFW). Only essential activities shall be permitted in the containment zones. 5. Movement of individuals for all the non-essential activities would remain prohibited between 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. throughout the State. However, essential activities including operation of multiple shifts, movement of persons and goods on National and State Highways and unloading of cargo and travel of persons to their destinations after disembarking from buses, trains and aeroplanes would be permitted. 6. In addition, movement by passenger trains and Shramik special trains, domestic air travel, movement of Indian Nationals stranded outside the country and of specified persons to travel abroad, evacuation of foreign nationals and signon and sign-off of Indian seafarers will continue to be regulated as per SOPs issued. 7. Persons above 65 years of age, persons with co-morbidity, pregnant women and children below the age of 10 years have been advised to stay at home except for essential requirements and for health purposes. 8. Spitting in public places is completely prohibited and punishable with fine. Consumption of liquor, pan, gutka, tobacco, etc. in public places is prohibited. However, there will be no restriction on their sale. 9. Restaurants are allowed to open till 9 p.m. with 50% occupancy or 50 guests, whichever is less. Liquor can be served provided the restaurant has a valid permission from the Excise Department. However, bars shall remain closed. The management would comply with the SOPs. 10. Restaurants in hotels were allowed to serve food including buffet meals up to 50% of their seating capacity or 50 guests, whichever is less. These restaurants would also be open to persons other than hotel guests but the timings, for both the hotel guests as well as persons from outside would be till 9 p.m. The bars shall remain closed. However, liquor can be served in the rooms and restaurants, as permitted under the excise policy of the State. 11. Night curfew shall strictly be enforced and movement of individuals shall only be permissible from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. However, guests would be allowed to enter and leave hotel premises between 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. based on their schedule of travel by flight/train. The air/train ticket and hotel booking would serve as a curfew pass for one-time movement of these guests to and from the hotel during the curfew hours from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. 12. All the shopping malls and shops including shops in main bazaars in both urban and rural areas are allowed to open between 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Liquor vends can however remain open from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. However, for shops situated in main bazars, market complexes and rehri markets and other crowed places, district authorities could exercise their discretion and in order to avoid crowding shall stagger the opening of shops. Barber shops, hair-cut saloons, beauty parlours and spas would be allowed from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. subject to compliance of the SOPs as issued by the Punjab Health Department. 13. Shops dealing with essential commodities would be allowed to remain open till 8 p.m on all days. On Sundays, shops (other than those dealing in essential commodities) and shopping malls shall remain closed. Industries & industrial establishments, construction activities, etc. are allowed. Inter-state and intra-state movement of buses would be allowed without any restriction and transport vehicles could utilise the entire seating capacity. 14. No separate permission would be required by the industries and other establishments for their operations. All employees would be allowed without any requirement of pass during the permitted hours. There shall be no restriction on inter-state and intra-state movement of persons and goods and no separate permission/approval/permit would be required for such movement. Use of Cova-App and self-generated pass would be mandatory for inter-state passengers. 15. Minimum 6 feet distance (do gaz ki duri) for all the activities shall always be maintained. Accordingly, if any permitted activity leads to crowding and congestion, then necessary steps in terms of staggering, rotation, timings of offices and establishments, etc. be taken and it be ensured that principles of social distancing are not compromised. 16. Wearing of masks by all persons in public places, including work places, etc. would be mandatory. 17. The Government has advised employees to ensure that Arogaya Setu app should be installed. Similarly, individuals were also to be advised by the district authorities to install this application and also regularly update their health status on the app. We haven't been able to locate the original Order the Guidelines and this information has been provided as per statements made by a spokesperson of the Government of Punjab, issued in the website of the Department of Information and Public Relations, Government of Punjab. | Mandatory | All | 30-07-2020 |
| Central | Esic Allows Employers To File Return Of Contribution Upto 15Th July, 2020 For The Contribution Period October 2019 To March, 2020 | 01-07-2020 | In a Circular dated 1st July, 2020, the Employees State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) has informed that the employers are allowed to file Return of Contribution upto 15th July, 2020 for the contribution period October 2019 to March, 2020. Background: Previously, in a letter dated 18th May, 2020 ESIC had relaxed the provisions of *Regulation 26 under the Employees State Insurance (General) Regulation, 1950 wherein the employers were allowed to file the return of contribution upto 11th June, 2020 for the contribution period from October, 2019 to March, 2020. Accordingly with the present Circular, relaxation is granted to the employers to file Return of Contribution upto 15th July, 2020 for the contribution period October 2019 to March, 2020 _______________________ * Regulation 26 deals with Return of contributions to be sent to appropriate office | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Cbic Prescribes Manner Of Furnishing Of Nil Gstr-3B And Gstr-1 Through Short Messaging Service | 01-07-2020 | Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has issued Notification No. 58/2020 dated 1st July, 2020 to further amend the Central Goods and Services Tax (CGST) Rules, 2017 to substitute the newly inserted Rule 67A of CGST Rules,2017 relating to the manner of furnishing of return or details of outward supplies through short messaging service. As per the substituted rule, a registered person who is required to furnish a NIL return under Section 39 in FORM GSTR-3B or a NIL details of outward supplies under Section 37 in FORM GSTR-1 for a tax period, where any reference to electronic furnishing shall include furnishing of the said return or the details of outward supplies through a short messaging service using the registered mobile number and the said return or the details of outward supplies shall be verified by a registered mobile number based One Time Password facility. Earlier this facility was only restricted to a registered person who is required to furnish a Nil return in FORM GSTR-3B for a tax period. Further, it has been clarified that for the purpose of this rule, NIL return or NIL details of outward supplies shall mean a return under Section 39 or details of outward supplies under Section 37, for a tax period that has NIL or no entry in all the Tables in FORM GSTR-3B or FORM GSTR-1, as the case may be. | Mandatory | All | Permanent change in law |
| Delhi | Government Of Nct Of Delhi Extends Lockdown Till 31St July, 2020; Curfew Timing Modified To 10 P.M. To 5 A.M. | 01-07-2020 | The Delhi Disaster Management Authority, Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi, in an Order dated 1st July, 2020, has extended the lockdown in the National Capital Territory of Delhi up to 31st July, 2020. The lockdown is currently being imposed on Containment Zones and a status quo has been ordered to be maintained. The only change during the extension of the lockdown is the change in the timing of curfew for movement of persons. The curfew timing was previously between 9 p.m. to 5 a.m., which is now being changed to 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. | Mandatory | All | 31-07-2020 |
| Chandigarh | In Light Of Covid-19 Pandemic, Chandigarh Issues Guidelines Under The Disaster Management Act, 2005 For Strict Implementation In The Union Territory | 01-07-2020 | In light of the prevailing COVID-19 pandemic, the State Disaster Management Authority, Chandigarh has in an Order dated 1st July, 2020, issued guidelines, under the Disaster Management Act, 2005 for strict implementation in the Union Territory. Key highlights: 1. The odd-even system, presently followed in selected markets in the Union Territory, to be discontinued; 2. All shops / restaurants will be allowed to remain open from 10.00 am to 9.00 pm; 3. Call centres / industrial establishments will be allowed to operate night shifts provided their employees do not come out of the office/factory premises during the curfew period from 10 pm to 5 am; 4. Inter-state bus services will remain suspended; 5. Alcoholic drinks can be served in marriage functions only on obtaining specific permission from the Excise Department. However, bars will remain closed. 6. There will be complete ban on social/political/sports/entertainment/academic/cultural/religious functions and other large congregations. 7. It will be mandatory to wear masks and maintain social distancing in public places and any person violating the guidelines/directions will be penalised. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. Source: State Disaster Management Authority, Chandigarh | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Masks And Hand Sanitizers Will Not Be Considered As Essential Commodities Under The Ec Act, 1955; Says Government | 01-07-2020 | In an Office Memorandum dated 1st July, 2020, the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution has informed that face masks and hand sanitisers will not be considered as essential commodities under the Essential Commodities Act, 1955. It has been further informed that as on date, there are no adverse reports with respect to price/availability of masks and hand sanitizers as essential commodities. In light of this, the present Order has been issued. | Mandatory | Manufacturers of hand sanitizers and masks, pharma industry | No end date specified |
| Tamil Nadu | Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board Further Extends The Validity Of Consent To Operate / Authorization For All Units Till 30Th September, 2020 | 01-07-2020 | The Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board ("Board), in an Office Order dated 1st July, 2020, has further extended the validity of Consent to Operate (Consent), under the Water (Prevention & Control of Pollution) Act, 1974 and the Air (Prevention & Control of Pollution) Act, 1981, for all units having valid Consent up to 31st March, 2020 for a period of three months up to 30th September, 2020. Similarly, for the units / facilities granted authorization under the following Rules, the Board has extended such authorizations, valid up to 31st March, 2020, till 30th September, 2020 1.Hazardous and Other Waste (Management & Transboundary Movement) Rules, 2016 2.Bio-Medical Waste Management Rules, 2016 3.Solid Waste Management Rules, 2016 Background : The Board in view of the state wide lockdown had extended the validity of Consent to operate for all the units who have valid consent to operate upto 31st March, 2020 for a period of 3 months till 30th June, 2020 with an Office Order dated 1st April, 2020. Now, as the lockdown is still in force the Consent has been further extended to 30th September, 2020. | Mandatory | All | 30-09-2020 |
| Mizoram | Government Of Mizoram Notifies Measures To Implent Partial Lockdown In The State; Effective Since 1St July, 2020 Till 31St July, 2020 | 01-07-2020 | In view of the fact that there appears to be no community spread of COVID-19 in Mizoram, the Chief Secretary of Mizoram has implented partial lockdown measures in the State since 1st July 2020 till 31st July 2020. Partial lockdown measures have been implemented in order to mitigate the economic hardship faced by people due to prolonged suspension of economic and livelihood activities, without compromising the health and safety of the general public. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. Please note that the details of the partial lockdown measures in the appended Order are in Vernacular. We will update the details once an official translation is available. | Mandatory | All | 31-07-2020 |
| Gujarat | Gujarat 2.0 Unlock; Activities Permitted During The Exit Phase Along With Guidelines | 01-07-2020 | Gujarat Government in a view to combat the increasing rate of positive COVID-19 infections in the State has imposed lockdown with certain guidelines pertaining to activities allowed in the State during the period of lockdown. These guidelines are - 1. Curfew from 10 PM to 5 AM will be followed across the state. 2. Only essential services to be allowed in containment zones between 7 AM to 7 PM. 3. All economic activities are allowed (except those mentioned in this order) outside containment/micro-containment zones. Shops to remain open till 8 PM whereas restaurants will open up to 9 PM only. 4. Containment zones will be marked by the district authorities by following guidelines of Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India. These zones will be notified on the web sites of the respective District Collectors. 5. People/employees/shop owners whose homes are in the containment zones will not be allowed to leave the containment zone. 6. GSRTC bus service will operate throughout the state and for Ahmedabad, bus services will operate from depots earmarked earlier. 7. Sport complexes and stadiums are permitted to open but spectators and large gatherings are not allowed. Further, there will be no ban on telecasting. In addition to the above mentioned guidelines, the following activities will be relaxed (outside containment zones) in the current phase of exit plan. But this list will be reviewed from time to time. 1. Educational, training and coaching institutions will be closed but administrative offices will be allowed. Moreover, online/distance learning will continue. 2. Cinema halls, gyms, swimming pools, parks, theatres, bars etc. will remain closed. 3. Social/political/sports/entertainment/academic/cultural/religious functions and other large congregations are banned. Only 20 people are allowed for funerals/last rites and only 50 persons will be allowed for marriages. 4. Hotels and other hospitality services along with restaurants and shopping malls to follow SOPs laid down by the Government. 5. All religious places to function with social distancing and by following SOPs laid down by the Government. 6. Street Vendors to work as per SOP. 7. Libraries to function with 60% capacity. 8. GSRTC bus services allowed. 9. City bus services along with private bus services for Ahmedabad/Surat to function with 50% capacity and for all other areas at 60% capacity. 10. Auto Rickshaws to operate with 2 passengers only. 11. Cabs, taxis, cab aggregators, private vehicles to operate with 1 driver and 2 passengers. If seating capacity is 6 or more then 1 driver and 3 persons are allowed. 12. Two wheelers can ply with only rider and pillion. 13. Private offices are permitted with proper social distancing, however, work from home to be encouraged. 14. Banks and Government Offices will remain open. Further, some more points to note 1. There will be no restrictions on inter-state and intra-state movement of persons and goods including those for cross land-border trade under Treaties with neighbouring countries. No separate permission/approval/e-permit will be required for such movements. 2. Vulnerable persons like, people above the age of 65, persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women, children below the age of 10 are advised to stay at home except for essential and health purposes. 3. Wearing of masks is compulsory in public places, work places, public transport. Non-wearing of mask will attract a penalty of Rs. 200. 4. Spitting in public places will attract Rs. 200 fine. Please note that the Order is in Vernacular and we have translated it to the best of our understanding. For a detailed read on the guidelines along with National Directives for COVID-19, please refer to the appended order. | Mandatory | All | (date in vernacular) |
| Gujarat | Government Of Gujarat Authorizes Police Personnel (Not Below The Rank Of Head Constable), To Collect Fines For Not Wearing Face Cover And Spitting In Public Places | 01-07-2020 | The Health Department of Gujarat has authorized police personnel (not below the rank of a Head Constable) to collect fines from people for not wearing face covers in public places, workplaces, during transportation and also for spitting in public places. Background: The Government of Gujarat in an earlier Notification dated 30th May, 2020, had made it mandatory to wear face covers in public places, workplaces, during transport and also prohibited spitting in public places. The fine prescribed for non-complaince was set at Rs. 200/-. The officials / authority who were authorized to collect this fine in case of a violation was prescribed. In this Notification, the Government of Gujarat has authorized the police personnel (not below the rank of a Head Constable), to collect fines for any such violation. | Mandatory | None | No end date specified |
| Central | Sebi Further Extends Timelines For Compliance With Different Regulatory Requirements By Depositary Participants (dps) Or Registrars To An Issue & Share Transfer Agents (Rtas). | 30-06-2020 | In light of the prevailing COVID-19 pandemic, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has granted further extension to the timeline for compliance with regulatory requirements by Depositary Participants (DPs) or Registrars to an Issue & Share Transfer Agents (RTAs) as follows: 1. Processing of the demat request form by Issuer / RTA Period of exclusion extended from 23rd March, 2020 till 31st July, 2020. 15 days time period is allowed to DPs after 31st July, 2020 for clearing backlogs; 2. Processing of the demat request form by the Participants Period of exclusion extended from 23rd March, 2020 till 31st July, 2020. 15 days time period is allowed to DPs after 31st July, 2020 for clearing backlogs; 3. Submission of half yearly Internal Audit Report (IAR) by DPs for half year ended on 31st March 2020 31st July, 2020, for half year ended on March 31, 2020; 4. Redressal of investor grievances - Period of exclusion extended from 23rd March, 2020 till 31st July, 2020. 15 days time period is allowed to DPs after 31st July, 2020 for clearing backlogs; 5. Transmission of securities - Period of exclusion extended from 23rd March, 2020 till 31st July, 2020. 15 days time period is allowed to DPs after 31st July, 2020 for clearing backlogs; 6. Closure of demat account. - Period of exclusion extended from 23rd March, 2020 till 31st July, 2020. 15 days time period is allowed to DPs after 31st July, 2020 for clearing backlogs; SEBI has also extended the timeline for Reporting of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning by Trading Members (TM) / Clearing Members (CM), for the quarter ending on 30th June, 2020, till 31st July, 2020. Background: In view of the situation arising due to COVID-19 pandemic, lockdown imposed by the Government and representations received from the Depositories, SEBI had earlier provided relaxations in timelines for compliance with various regulatory requirements by the depository participants(DPs) / Registrars to an Issue & Share Transfer Agents (RTAs), vide Circular no. SEBI/HO/MIRSD/DOP/CIR/P/2020/62 dated 16th April, 2020, and Circular No. SEBI/HO/MIRSD/DOP/CIR/P/2020/72 dated 24th April, 2020. SEBI had received representations from Depositories for further extension of the timelines for compliance with such regulatory requirements. Hence, SEBI issued the present Circular. Please refer to the hyperlinked source below for further details. Source: Securities and Exchange Board of India | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Maharashtra | Greater Mumbai Police Issues Prohibitory Order Under Section 144 Of Crpc To Prevent Further Spread Of The Covid-19 Virus; Effective Till 15Th July, 2020 | 30-06-2020 | The Commissioner of Police, Greater Mumbai has issued Prohibitory Order under Section 144 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, for restricting any presence or movement of one or more persons in public places or gathering of any sort anywhere with a view to prevent further spread of the COVID-19 virus in the areas under the control of Commissioner of Police, Greater Mumbai. The following measures have been implemented with immediate effect and shall be valid till 15th July, 2020 - 1. All movement of one or more persons in the areas designated as "Containment Zone" is prohibited, except for essential activities, supply of essential goods and medical emergencies. 2. All movement of one or more persons in the city is prohibited between 9 pm to 5 am, except for medical emergencies and the following exempted entities: i. Emergency Services; ii. Government / semi- government agencies and their officials on duty; iii. Establishments providing Essential services like a. Food, vegetables, milk supplies, ration and grocery stores; b. Hospitals, medicines, pharma and related establishments, pathology laboratories, medical/nursing colleges; c. Telephone and internet services; d. Electricity, petroleum, oil and energy related; e. Banking, stock Exchange, Clearing Corporations, Depositories, Stock Brokers and SEBI registered participants operating through these institutions; f. IT and IT enabled Services and Data Centres providing services for Critical National and International Infrastructure and needed for the above essential and emergency services; g. Media; h. Ports; i. Services providing Home Delivery of food, groceries and essential commodities; j. E-commerce activity for essential and as well as non-essential items and material; k. Drinking water supply and maintenance; l. Godowns and warehousing related to all of the above m. Trucks/Tempos carrying goods and manpower related to above services. However, movement of persons for non-essential activities like visit to shops, markets, barber shops, spas, saloons, beauty parlours, outdoor physical activities etc. shall be permitted within the nearby/ neighbourhood area only. Long distance travel for non-essential items will not be permitted. The Zonal DCsP in emergent / special cases are empowered to grant exemption. Social Distancing Norms (minimum of 6 feet of distance) shall be followed at all times. | Mandatory | All | 15-07-2020 |
| Karnataka | Karnataka Issues Guidelines For Unlock 2; Effective Till 31St July 2020 | 30-06-2020 | The Government of Karnataka, in an Order dated 30th June, 2020, has issued Guidelines for Unlock 2, in order to resume/reopen more activities in a calibrated manner. It has come into force with immediate effect and will be in force till 31st July, 2020. Key Highlights: 1. Activities prohibited during Unlock 2 period: i. Schools, colleges, educational and coaching institutions. Online/distance learning shall continue to be permitted and shall be encouraged. ii. International air travel of passengers, except as permitted by the Ministry of Home Affairs. iii. Metro Rail. iv. Cinema halls, gymnasiums, swimming pools, entertainment parks, theatres, bars, auditoriums, assembly halls and similar places. v. Social/political/sports/entertainment/academic/cultural/religious functions and other large congregations. 2. Night Curfew: Movement of individuals will remain strictly prohibited between 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. throughout the State, except for essential activities, including operation of industrial units in multiple shifts, movement of persons and goods on National and State Highway/major district roads, loading and unloading of cargo and travel of persons to their destinations after disembarking from buses, trains and airplanes. 3. Sunday Lockdown: There will be complete lockdown on Sundays with effect from 5th July, 2020, followed by next four Sundays till 2nd August, 2020. However, the essential activities permitted during night curfew will be permitted during the Sunday lockdown also. 4. Lockdown will continue to remain in force in the Containment Zones till such time as is necessary as per the existing guidelines regarding Containment Zones. Only essential activities will be allowed in Containment Zones. 5. There will be no restriction on inter-state and intra-state movement of persons and goods. No separate permission/approval/e-permit will be required for such movement. However, people coming into the State of Karnataka from other States shall strictly adhere to the prevailing Guidelines/SOPs issued by Department of Health and Family Welfare and Revenue Department, Government of Karnataka. 6. Persons above 65 years of age, persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women, and children below the age of 10 years are advised to stay at home, except for essential and health purposes. 7. Use of Aarogya Setu app: i. Employers on best effort basis should ensure that Aarogya Setu is installed by all employees having compatible mobile phones. ii. District authorities may advise individuals to install the Aarogya Setu application on compatible mobile phones and regularly update their health status on the app. 8. National Directives for COVID-19 management (under Annexure I of the Order): i. Wearing of face cover is compulsory in public places, in workplaces and during transport. Fine of Rs. 200/- in Municipal Corporation areas and Rs. 100/- in other areas will be imposed for not wearing face cover as required. ii. Individuals must maintain a minimum distance of 6 feet (2 gazki doori) in public places. iii. Spitting in public places will be punishable with fine. iv. Consumption of liquor, pan, gutka, tobacco, etc. in public places is prohibited. 9. Additional directives for workplaces (under Annexure I of the Order): i. As far as possible, the practice of work-from-home should be followed. ii. Staggering of work/business hours will be followed in offices, work places, shops, markets and industrial and commercial establishments. iii. Provision for thermal scanning, hand wash and sanitizer will be made at aII entry and exit points and common areas. iv. Frequent sanitization of entire workplace, common facilities and all points which came into human contact, like door handles, etc., will be ensured, including between shifts. v. All persons in charge of workplaces will ensure adequate distance between workers, adequate gaps between shifts, staggering the lunch breaks of staff, etc., for the purpose of social distancing. For a detailed read, please refer to appended Order | Mandatory | All | 31-07-2020 |
| Odisha | Odisha Government Issues State Covid Management Guidelines; Effective 1St July 2020; Extends Lockdown In Containment Zones Up To 31St July, 2020 | 30-06-2020 | The Government of Odisha (Government) has issued the State COVID Management Guideline (Guidelines). These Guidelines impose lockdown in the containment zone till 31st July 2020 and lay down guidelines to reopen more activities in a calibrated manner in areas outside of containment zones. The Guidelines are effective from 1st July 2020. Background Previously, pursuant to the directions issued by the National Executive Committee, Government of India under the Disaster Management Act, 2005, the Government Odisha, through the Revenue & Disaster Management (Disaster Management) Department Notification [No.3057/R&DM(DM)] dated 1st June 2020, had extended the lock down in the entire State of Odisha with certain stipulations, with a view to contain the spread of COVID-19 pandemic; till midnight of 30th July, 2020. Key Highlights (a) The following activities will remain closed till 31st July 2020: (i) Religious places/ places of worship for public. (ii) International air travel of passengers, except as permitted by Ministry of Home Affairs. (iii) Cinema halls, gymnasiums, swimming pools, entertainment complexes, theatres, auditoriums, assembly halls and similar places. (iv) Social/ political/ sports/ entertainment/ academic/ cultural/ religious functions and other large congregations. (v) Schools, colleges, other educational/ training/ coaching institutions, etc. will remain closed for the purpose of teaching till 31St August 2020. However, conducting examinations and evaluation, etc. will be permitted. (b) Hotels and Restaurants are allowed to operate as per SOPs issued by Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India. Restaurant service in Hotels will be open for in-house guests. Restaurants and Hotels are permitted for home delivery/ takeaways of food. Dhabas along National and State Highways/ Major roads for takeaway only. (c) The Guidelines have vested the responsibility with the Local Authorities on opening shopping malls with appropriate restrictions. (d) All shops, commercial establishments, offices, institutions and movement of individuals has been prohibited between 9:00pm to 5:00am throughout the State, except for essential activities. (e) The restriction on night curfew does not apply to the following activities: (i) District and Municipal Administration/ Police/ Government Officials on duty. (ii) Doctors, Medical/ Paramedical Staff (Govt. & Private). (iii) Staff of IT & ITes Companies on production their ID cards. (iv) Any person, in case of medical or other emergency. (v) Owner/ staff of chemist shops. (vi) All industrial units. (vii) All construction activities. (viii) Movement of Public Transport, private vehicles and taxis (including cabs by aggregators like Ola, Uber, etc.) to and from airports, railway station and bus terminals/ stands/ stops, for facilitating movement of passengers by air, rail and road. (ix) Operation of hotels and hospitality units, including their associated offices, movement of staff and associated personnel. (x) Dhabas along National and State Highways/ Major roads for takeaway. (f) The Government has called for weekend shutdown on Saturdays and Sundays in the Zone 1 districts consisting of Ganjam, Gajapati, Khurda, Cuttack, Jajpur, Jagatsinghpur, Balasore, Mayurbhanj, Keonjhar and Jharsuguda. Only the following activities will be allowed during the weekend lockdown: (i) All medical establishments including hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, including medicine stores. Movement of Ambulance and all medical personnel. (ii) District and Municipal Administration/ Police/ Fire Services. (iii) Central & State Government officials on emergency duty. (iv) Telecom services. (v) Petrol pumps. (vi) Print and Electronic Media identified by Commissionerate/ District Police. (vii) Water Supply, sanitation and sewerage workers. (viii) Electricity supply and distribution. (ix) Movement of goods and good carriers, whether loaded or unloaded. (x) Industrial establishments, factories and construction activities. (xi) Agriculture, Horticulture, Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, Veterinary Services and allied activities, including procurement at Mandis. (xii) Service sector industries, including IT/ ITes, Hotel & Hospitality units. (xiii) Operation of hotels and hospitality units, including their associated offices, movement of staff and associated personnel. (xiv) Movement of rail and air transport. (xv) Road transport on highways, road movement of transiting vehicles. (xvi) Movement of Public Transport, private vehicles and taxis (including cabs by aggregators like Ola, Uber, etc.) to and from airports, railway station and bus terminals/ stands/ stops, for facilitating movement of passengers by air, rail and road. (xvii) Marriages and Funerals, with permission of local authority. (xviii) ATMs and critical financial institutions like RBI, Clearing Houses. (xix) Operations of Airports, Railway Stations, Bus Terminals and their associated offices, movement of associated personnel and activities. (xx) Home Delivery of food, groceries, vegetables and essential items by restaurants and aggregators such as Zomato, Swiggy etc. (xxi) Dhabas along National and State Highways/ Major roads for takeaway only. (xxii) Milkbooths. (xxiii) Food & Grocery stores such as Reliance Fresh, Big Bazaar, Chilika Fresh and others for home delivery only. (xxiv) Newspaper hawkers between 5 am and 8 am only. (g) The Government has issued general directives to be adhered to such as: (i) Face coverings: Wearing of face cover is compulsory in public places; in workplaces; and during transport. (ii) Social distancing: Individuals must maintain a minimum distance of 6 feet in public places. (iii) Shops will ensure physical distancing among customers. The owner/ manager of the shop shall be liable for any violation. (iv) Salons, Spas, Beauty Parlours and Barber shops are required to ensure all safety precautions, disinfection and sanitization before and after service of each customer. The owner/ manager shall be liable for any violation. (v) Gatherings: Public gatherings/ congregations of more than 7 persons are prohibited. (vi) Marriage related gatherings: Number of guests not to exceed 50. (vii) Funeral/ last rites related gatherings: Number of persons not to exceed 20. (viii) Spitting in public places will be punishable with fine, as prescribed in accordance with laws, rules or regulations. (ix) Consumption of liquor, paan, gutka, tobacco, etc. in public places is prohibited. (h) The Government has also issued additional directives for workplaces such as: (i) Obligation of Heads of Offices: All offices, Government and Private, must ensure adherence to the SOP on preventive measures to contain spread of COVID-19 in offices issued by Department of H&FW, Government of Odisha dated 30thJune 2020. Non-adherence to these guidelines will invite action under appropriate provisions of Disaster Management Act, 2005. (ii) Work from home (WfH): As far as possible the practice of WfH should be followed. (iii) Staggering of work/ business hours will be followed in offices, workplaces, shops, markets and industrial & commercial establishments. (iv) Screening& hygiene: Provision for thermal screening, hand wash and sanitizer will be made at all entry and exit points and common areas. (v) Frequent sanitization of entire workplace, common facilities and all points which come into human contact e.g. door handles, etc., will be ensured, including between shifts. (vi) Physical distancing: All persons in charge of workplaces will ensure adequate distance between workers, adequate gaps between shifts, staggering the lunch breaks of staff, etc. (i) The Government has allowed unrestricted movement of persons and goods. No Permission/ approval/ permit/ Passes will be required for such movements. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | All | 31-07-2020 |
| Odisha | Odisha Government Rolls Out Preventive Measures To Contain The Spread Of The Pandemic Covid 19 | 30-06-2020 | In an Order dated 30th June, 2020 the Government of Odisha has notified preventive measures to contain the spread of the pandemic COVID 19. Offices and other workplaces are a relatively closed setting, with shared spaces like corridors, elevators ad stairs, parking places, cafeteria, meeting rooms and conference halls. Thus, in order to prevent the infection in workplace settings and to respond in a timely and effective manner, these guidelines have been issued. Basic Preventive Measures: 1. Physical distancing of at least 6 feet at all times; 2. use of face covers is mandatory; 3. practice frequent handwashing; 4. Respiratory etiquette has to be strictly followed. Preventive Measures for Office: 1. It must be ensured that any staff suffering from respiratory illness does not attend office and seeks medical advice; 2. Any staff requesting home quarantine based on the containment zone activities in their residential areas should be permitted to work from home; 3. Guidelines issued by the Government of Odisha with respect to organizing meetings, coordinating visitors to be scrupulously followed. Closure of workplaces: If there are one or two cases reported, the disinfection procedure will be limited to places/area visited by the patient in the last 48 hours. There is no requirement to close the entire office building/ halt work in other areas of the office and work can be resumed after the disinfection procedure. However, incase there is a larger outbreak, the entire building has to be closed for 48 hours after thorough disinfection. Please Note: 1. The Order further lays down the measures that have to be taken on occurrence of COVID cases. 2.The disinfection procedure is available on https://mohfw.gov.in.pdf/Guidelinesondisinfectionofcommonpublicofficesincludingoffices.pdf | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| West Bengal | Government Of West Bengal Extends Lockdown In The Containment Zones Till 31St July, 2020; Restricts Movement Of Individuals Between 10:00Pm To 5:00Am Except For Essential Activities | 30-06-2020 | In an Order dated 30th June, 2020 the Government of West Bengal has notified the extension of lockdown measures in Containment Zones (Affected Areas) of the State up to 31st July, 2020. Activities prohibited till 31st July, 2020: i. Schools, ICDS centres, colleges, educational / training /coaching institutions etc. ii. Cinema halls, gymnasiums, swimming pools, entertainment parks, theatres, bars, auditoriums and assembly halls. iii. Social, political, sports, entertainment, academic, cultural, religious and other large congregations. Additional Activities Permitted: ln partial modification of this office Memo No 232-CS/2020 dated 08/06/2020, the following additional relaxations allowed strictly following the norms of physical distancing and wearing of masks: i. Up to 50 guests for marriage related gatherings outside the Affected Area. ii. Morning walk in parks outside the Affected Area from 5:30 AM to 8:30 AM. General Directives: i. Norms of physical distancing, wearing of masks, health and hygiene protocol must be strictly followed. ii. Management bodies / owners / in-charge of the institutions, organizations, shops and establishments and work places etc. will be responsible for compliance of stated norms and directives. Any violation in compliance of norms of physical distancing, wearing of masks and health & hygiene protocol and other directives will attract penal action as per law. Movement restriction at night: i. Movement of individuals will remain strictly prohibited between 10:00PM to 5:00AM except for essential activities including operation of industrial units in shifts; movement, loading & unloading of goods and travel of persons to destinations after disembarking from buses, trains and airplanes. ii. District administration and local authorities shall issue orders under appropriate provisions of law to enforce this and shall ensure its strict compliance. Please note: The existing restrictions and interventions as notified under Memo No 177-CS/2020 dated 18/05/2020 read with Memo No 218-CS/ 2020 dated 30/05/2020 will continue to be in force for the areas designated as Affected Area (Category -A) as per the containment plan. | Mandatory | All | 31-07-2020 |
| Maharashtra | Thane Municipal Corporation Declares Lockdown In Municipal Area Till 12.7.2020; Specifies Guidelines In This Regard | 30-06-2020 | In an Order dated June 30, 2020, the Municipal Corporation, Thane has, declared lockdown in the municipal corporation area from July 2, 2020 from 7.00 am to July 12, 2020 till 7.00 am. In this regard the following are specified: (1) Except transportation of most essential and perishable items for all other purposes the lockdown would be applicable within the limit of Thane Municipal Corporation. (2) No permission would be given to Inter-City, MSRTC Buses and inclusive Metros to all Public Transport Services. There would be no permission to Taxies and Auto-Rickshaws. However, for taking/giving the emergency medical services there would be permission for transportation of passengers. Under this order other than permission for driver, a permission only for one passenger to private vehicles is allowed for work related to essential services, health services and the activities permitted under above Act. (3) Operations of all inter-state buses and passenger transport services (including private vehicles) as well as operations by private persons would not be allowed. However, the Tourist Vehicles who are coming from outside or going outside would be allowed. (4) When a person is required to be quarantined in house, its strict observance is to be done failing which that person would be liable for strict penal action and that person would be shifted to Quarantine Centre of Municipal Corporation. (5) All residents will have to remain in the house only and would be required to strictly observe social permissions and by way of observing the conditions laid down in above and would be allowed to go out of the house for the permissible work. (6) At public place for purchase of essential commodities a crowd of more than 5 persons must not be allowed to come together. (7) All offices of commercial establishments, factories, workshops, godowns etc and all shops would keep their work closed. However, the pharmaceuticals who need continuous process and other manufacturing units who need continuous process would be permitted. Further the manufacturing units engaged in manufacture of pulses, rice mills, industries related to eatables, diaries and fodder would be allowed to run their units. (8) The Government Offices would be permitted to operate with minimum possible employees and they would be required to ensure 3 feet distance near check counter as well as amongst each other for which they would take necessary steps. They would arrange availability of proper cleanliness and sanitizing/hand washing facilities. (9) The following shops and establishments handling essential commodities and services are excluded from this prevention: a. Banks, ATMs, Insurance and concerned things b. Print and Electric Media c. Inclusive of services of IT, ITES, Telecom, Post, Internet and Data. d. For transportation and availability of supply chain and essential commodities. e. Import and export of agricultural commodities and products and all other articles. f. E Commercial Distribution of food, pharmaceuticals and medical equipments. g. Bakery and veterinary establishments for pet animals. h. Transportation for hospitals, pharmacies, optical stores, pharmaceutical manufacturing and their traders. i. Transportation for petrol pump, LPG, Gas, Oil Agency, their godowns and their concerned works and pass holders for essential services only. j. All security and facility management services as well as essential services that are being supplied to institutions by private institutions. k. Private establishments and supporting services for essential services for control of Covid-19. l. Above concerned supply chain m. All concerned officers doing implementation have to keep it in mind that the fundamentally strict prohibitions are related to movements of the people. n. In case of liquor shops only the home delivery would be permissible. o. The industrial units that are presently working would continue working further in the same manner. p. As stated in the order dated 23/6/2020 there would be permission to organize the program of marriage function subject to limitation of participants to the tune of 50 Nos. only. (10) The Departments/Offices and Service Providers of State Government as well as Public Sector Undertakings would work only to the extent of providing essential services. (11) For making available the health services to patients of Covid-19 in all private and Government hospitals all alternative surgeries are to be planned. With reference to the concerned institutions, organizations and establishments the Officers working under Police Commissioner, Officers of Municipal Corporation and other Competent Authorities for proper implementation of above rules with authentic, human and justified way will have to conduct all requisite remedies. Against any person, institution violating any provision of the above rules necessary action would be initiated under the provisions of Epidemic Diseases Act 1897, Disaster Management Act 2005 and other concerned laws and rules. All orders passed earlier by different Authorities and Implementation Machineries would be superseded by this order. | Mandatory | All | 12-07-2020 |
| Himachal Pradesh | District Magistrate Of Sirmaur District, Nahan In Himachal Pradesh Issues Fresh Orders Under Section 144 Of Crpc | 30-06-2020 | The District Magistrate of Sirmaur at Nahan, exercising his powers under Section 144 CrPC, 1973 has ordered the following in the District of Sirmaur, Nahan, Himachal Pradesh; effective since 1st July, 2020. 1. Movement of individuals to be prohibited between 9 PM to 5 AM throughout the District, except for essential activities including operation of industrial units in multiple shifts, movement of persons and goods on National and State Highways and travel of persons to their destinations after disembarking from buses, trains and airplanes; 2. Inter-State movement of industrial workers, industrialist, traders, raw material supplies, service providers, inspecting authorities will be regulated by SOPs issued by the State. The Tehsildar Nahan & Paonta Sahib are the competent authorities to issue passes to such units/traders, raw material suppliers, service providers, inspecting authorities; 3. All inter-state movement into the district will be regulated through passes/permits issued by the District Magistrate; 4. The guidelines of lockdown will remain enforced in Containment zones / buffer zones till 31st July, 2020 and in these zones, only essential activities will be allowed; 5. All persons above 65 years of age and persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women and children below age of 10 should stay at home except for essential and health purposes; 6. Aarogya Setu App to be installed by all employees having compatible mobile phones and they should regularly update their health status on the app; 7. Face masks/cover and strict social distancing to be followed; 8. Marriage related gathering to have not more than 50 guests; 9. Not more than 20 people to be present for funeral/last rites related gatherings; 10. Spitting in public places punishable with fine; 11. Staggering of work / business hours to be followed in offices, work places, shops, markets and industrial and commercial establishments; 12. Any person not following these orders will be liable for prosecution under IPC and the Disaster Management Act, 2005; For a detailed read, please refer to appended Order | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Rajasthan | Rajasthan Issues Guidelines For Unlock 2; Effective From 01.07.2020 Up To 31.07.2020 | 30-06-2020 | The Home Department, Government of Rajasthan, in an Order dated 30th June, 2020, has issued Unlock 2 Guidelines effective from 1st July, 2020 to 31st July, 2020. Key Highlights: 1. Containment Zones: Containment Zones will be detected by District Collectors and notified on the website of the Government of Rajasthan for information. In the notified Containment Zones, Guidelines and protocols issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs ("MHA") and Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India, will have to be strictly followed. Only essential activities will be allowed in these Containment Zones. Entry and exit in these zones will be allowed only for medical emergencies and for maintaining supply of essential services. 2. Night Curfew: Movement of individuals for non-essential activities is prohibited between 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. However this restriction/prohibition is not applicable on the following: i. Police/District Administration/Government employees on duty. ii. Medical and para-medical staff. iii. Staff of IT and ITeS companies. iv. Industrial establishments/construction activities, where work is done in shifts. v. Movement due to any medical or other emergency. vi. Owners and staff of medical shops. vii. Travel on State and National Highways. viii. Movement for travelling home from airports, railway stations and bus stands. ix. Trucks or good carriers (including loading and unloading of goods). 3. Prohibited activities: i. International air travel, except as permitted by the MHA, Government of India. ii. Metro rail services. iii. Schools, colleges, training and coaching institutes shall remain closed till 31st July, 2020. Online/distance learning are allowed and encouraged. iv. Cinema halls, gymnasiums, swimming pools, entertainment parks, theatres, bars, auditoriums, assembly halls and similar places. v. Social/political/sports/entertainment/academic/cultural/religious functions and other large congregations. vi. Marriages and funerals have been allowed with certain conditions/restrictions. 4. Common Safety Precautions in public places: i. Wearing of face cover is compulsory in public places, in workplaces and during transport. ii. Individuals must maintain a minimum distance of 6 feet (2 gazki doori) in public places. iii. Spitting in public places is prohibited and will be punishable with fine. iv. Consumption of liquor, pan, gutka, tobacco, etc. in public places is prohibited. v. All individuals have been advised to clean their hands with soap and water or sanitizer after touching areas/things which usually come in contact with a lot of people, like door handles. 5. Common Safety Precautions at workplaces: i. As far as possible, the practice of work-from-home should be followed. ii. Staggering of work/business hours has to be followed in offices, workplaces, shops, markets and industrial and commercial establishments. iii. Provision for thermal scanning, hand wash and sanitizer has to be made at aII entry and exit points and common areas. iv. Frequent sanitization of entire workplace, common facilities and all points which came into human contact, like door handles, etc., will be ensured, including between shifts. v. All persons in charge of workplaces will ensure adequate distance between workers, adequate gaps between shifts, staggering the lunch breaks of staff, etc., for the purpose of social distancing. vi. All employers have been asked to encourage their employees to install and use the Aarogya Setu application in their mobile phones. 6. Safety Advisory for vulnerable people: Persons above 65 years of age, persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women, and children below the age of 10 years are advised to stay at home, except for essential and health purposes. 7. Permitted activities: It has been said that all activities which have not been mentioned in this Order, but was restricted/allowed by Orders dated 31st May, 2020 and 6th June, 2020, will continue to operate as per the restrictions/permissions provided in those Orders. 8. Movement/transport/passes: i. There will be no restriction on inter-state and intra-state movement of persons and goods. ii. People travelling by trains/shramik special trains/flights, must follow the Standard Operating Procedure issued by the MHA, Government of India. Caveat: Please note that the Order attached is in Hindi. | Mandatory | All | 31-07-2020 |
| Telangana | General Administration Department, Government Of Telangana Issues Orders Related To Calibrated Reopening Of Activities In The State And Extension Of Lockdown In The Containment Zones Till 31St July 2020 | 30-06-2020 | The General Administration Department, Government of Telangana (Government) has extended the provisions of Order dated 4th June, 2020 in the State till 31st July, 2020 with the following modifications: 1. Restriction on movement of persons (other than for emergency medical care), between 10 pm and 5 am. However, movement of persons for operation of industrial units in multiple shifts, movement of persons on National and State Highways, loading and unloading of cargo and travel of persons to their destinations after disembarking from buses, trains and airplanes will be permitted during this period. 2. The Government has prohibited shops and establishments to remain open after 9:30 pm, except for hospitals and pharmacies. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | All | 31-07-2020 |
| Sikkim | Gangtok Municipal Corporation Further Extends Timeline To Renew Trade Licenses Up To 31.07.2020 | 30-06-2020 | The Gangtok Municipal Corporation, Sikkim, has informed all Trade License holders under Gangtok Municipal Corporation that the renewal period of Trade Licenses has been further extended upto 31st July, 2020 without any late fee. All licensees have been requested to login to www.gmcsikkim.in and submit their request for renewal. Background: In a Press Release dated 4th May, 2020, the Government of Sikkim had extended the renewal timeline of all Trade licenses up to 30th June, 2020, without any late fee. The Gangtok Municipal Corporation is now extending that timeline for all licensees under Gangtok Municipal Corporation, up to 31st July, 2020. | Advisory | All | 31-07-2020 |
| Sikkim | Sikkim Unlock Ii - State Guidelines: Rules For Entry In The State, Movement Of Persons And Vehicles, And Commercial And Private Establishments. | 30-06-2020 | Home Department, Government of Sikkim on 30th June, 2020 has issued fresh guidelines for phased re-opening of lockdown (unlock 2) in the State which will be effective from 1st July to 31st July, 2020. Guidelines for phased opening are - 1. The following activities will continue to remain prohibited/closed across the state from 1st July, 2020 - i. Inter-state transport by all modes except with specific permission issued by concerned District Magistrate; ii. All educational training, coaching institutions etc. except online/distance teaching; iii. All cinema halls, swimming pools, entertainment parks, theatres, auditoriums, assembly halls and similar places; iv. All social/political/sports/entertainment/academic/cultural/religious functions and other gatherings; v. All religious places/places of worship are closed for public. Religious congregations are strictly prohibited. 2. Following activities are permitted with restrictions w.e.f. 1st July, 2020 - i. Inter-district and intra-district movement of persons are allowed subject to odd-even stipulations (i.e., registration numbers ending with odd number will ply on odd days and similar for even numbers). In order to maintain social distancing small vehicles will carry only 3 passengers, one in the front seat next to driver and two at the back. Similarly contract carriages/luxury taxis/SUVs can carry 5 passengers. ii. Taxi syndicates, agents and taxi stands are not allowed to operate. iii. Two wheelers are allowed to ply on all days but without pillion rider. iv. Two wheelers engaged for delivery of food by restaurants/fast food centres/sweet-shops/bakeries are allowed to operate between 8 AM to 8:30 PM. v. Only officers/employees of Central/State Government, Factory/project/construction site staff of private companies/central government/state government and persons who are domicile of Sikkim are allowed to enter into the State through either Rangpo or Melli checkposts. vi. Persons entering the State will have to undergo quarantine as per Health Department guidelines. Also, they must download Aarogya Setu App on their mobile phones. vii. Passes issued by the authorities will continue to remain valid. viii. Inter-state movement of goods (including hardware and construction materials) is allowed, however, restrictions on inter-state movements of light transport vehicles will continue. All trucks registered outside the state will return on the same day, if they are unable to do so, the driver and helpers will stay at Transit camps identified by the District Magistrates. ix. Goods vehicles to have one driver and one helper only. x. An empty truck/goods carrier will be allowed to ply after delivery of goods or for pick up of goods. xi. All licensed shops which are standalone shops including vehicle showrooms, auto garages and tyre repair shops, barber, spas etc. (except shops in shopping complexes and multi-brand and single-brand malls) will remain open with 50% strength of workers. xii. Shops will remain open from 8 AM till 6 PM. Proper wearing of masks and social distancing will have to be followed strictly. xiii. All hotels/restaurants/fast food centres/ sweet shops/bakeries will operate from 8 AM till 9 PM with 50% room/seating capacity. xiv. Weekly closure of markets in town areas stands restored as before. xv. Gymnasiums will be allowed to operate with condition that occupancy at any given time is only 50% the total capacity and the timings for it is from 7 AM till 6 PM. 3. All other activities not covered above will be allowed. 4. There will be no vehicular movement including private/taxis between 10 Pm to 6 AM except for emergency purposes and vehicles on Government duty. 5. Persons above 65 years of age, persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women and children below the age of 10 years will stay at home except for meeting essential requirements and for health purposes. 6. Any person violating these lockdown measures will be liable to be prosecuted under provisions of the Disaster Management Act, 2005, IPC, and Sikkim Public Health (COVID-19) Regulations, 2020. | Mandatory | All | 31-07-2020 |
| Himachal Pradesh | District Magistrate, Lahaul And Spiti District, Extends Prohibitory Order Under Section 144 Of Cr.Pc In The District Till 31St July 2020; | 30-06-2020 | The District Magistrate of Lahaul and Spiti, Government of Himachal Pradesh (Authority), has issued an Orders to extend the prohibitory Order under Section 144 of Cr.PC in the District till 31st July 2020. The Authority has revised the night curfew timings from 9 pm till 5 am. Earlier, the night curfew hours were from 8 pm to 6 am. The Order has been in effect since 1st July 2020. Background Previously, the Authority had issued the prohibitory order on 24th March 2020 for effect in the Lahaul and Spiti district. The Order was extended till 30th June 2020 by virtue of Order issued by the Government dated 23rd May 2020. On 30th June 2020, the Home Department of Himachal Pradesh had authorised the Authority to extend the effect of prohibitory Order till 31st July 2020. The Authority has now issued the extension order for enforcing the prohibitory Order in the District of Lahaul and Spiti till 31st July 2020. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | All | 31-07-2020 |
| Puducherry | Dm, Puducherry Issues Prohibitory Order Under Section 144 Of Crpc Restricting Movement Of People Between 10 Pm And 5 Am; Effective From 3Rd July, 2020 | 30-06-2020 | The District Magistrate of Puducherry (DM) has issued prohibitory Order under Section 144 of the CrPC in consonance with the Unlock 2.0 Order issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA Order dated 29th June, 2020), to prohibit the movement of individuals for non-essential activities between 10:00 pm and 5:00 am. In order to enforce the prohibition on movement, the following restrictions in Puducherry region (except Mahe and Yanam) have been enforced: 1. All shops, establishments (including petrol pumps, Restaurants) shall function from 6.00 am to 8.00 pm only; 2. The liquor shops shall open as per the license condition and shall close by 8.00 pm; 3. Milk Booths shall operate upto 10:00 pm; 4. The whole sale and retail medical shops / pharmacy are permitted to be open without any restriction; These restrictions will become effective from 3rd July, 2020 i.e. today and remain in force till further orders. Penalty: Any violation of the above instructions will attract penalties under the relevant provisions of the Disaster Management Act, 2005and Epidemic Act, 1897. Please note: The present order will not apply to agencies / officials of the Government involved in the enforcement of Law and Order, duty relating to containment of corona virus and the maintenance of essential services. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Dadra And Nagar Haveli | Ut Of Dadra And Nagar Haveli And Daman And Diu Implements Lockdown In The Containment Zones Upto 31St July, 2020; Follows The Guidelines Issued By The Central Government | 30-06-2020 | In an Order dated 30th June, 2020 the Union Territory Administration of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu (Union Territory) has extended the lockdown in the containment zones till 31st July, 2020. Further, more activities will be re-opened outside the containment zones in the Union Territory in a calibrated manner. The SOP and the Guideline issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs on 29th June, 2020 will be implemented in the Union Territory. | Mandatory | All | 31-07-2020 |
| Haryana | Haryana Implements Unlock 2 Guidelines Issued By The Ministry Of Home Affairs On 29Th June, 2020, Effective Till 31St July, 2020 | 30-06-2020 | In an Order dated 30th June, 2020 the Haryana State Disaster Management Authority (Authority) has notified that the Unlock 2 Guidelines issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs on 29th June, 2020 will be strictly implemented in Haryana and will remain in force till 31st July, 2020. The Authority has further directed that no activities shall be allowed in the districts of Gurugram and Faridabad in religious places and places of worship in view of the large number of COVID-19 positive cases. Furthermore, detailed Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) issued by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare have also been notified in respect of religious places, places of worship, hotels, restaurants and other hospitality services and shopping malls within the territory of Haryana. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | All | 31-07-2020 |
| Central | Bis Relaxes Manufacturing Norms For Ppes Like Filter Half Masks, Surgical Face Masks And Eye Protectors | 29-06-2020 | The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has granted relaxation in its norms of having in-house testing facilities for manufacturers of the following types of PPEs: i. Filter Half Masks to Protect against particles of Class FFP2 as per IS 9473:2002 ii. Surgical Face Masks as per IS 16289:2014 iii. Eye Protectors as per IS 5983:1980 The above-mentioned relaxation has been granted to enable more manufacturers to be brought in the ambit of BIS product certification scheme; resulting in greater quantity of BIS certified PPEs being made available to the users. However, for such manufacturers, testing of samples for conformity to the specified requirements is being done in laboratories of BIS licensees who have in-house testing facilities, or in BIS recognized or empanelled private/government labs. Domestic manufacturers who are interested in applying for a BIS licence may register themselves and submit their application online through BIS website www.bis.gov.in. For a detailed read, please refer to the attached document. | Mandatory | Healthcare | No end date specified |
| Maharashtra | Maharashtra Government Further Extends Lockdown Owing To Covid Pandemic Till 31St July, 2020, Allows Certain Activities In The State | 29-06-2020 | The Government of Maharashtra, in an Order dated 29th June, 2020, has further extended the lockdown in the entire State till 31st July, 2020. By exercising its powers under the Epidemic Diseases Act, 1897 and Disaster Management Act, 2005, the lockdown has been extended along with introduction of "Mission Begin Again" for easing of restrictions and phase wise opening till 31st July, 2020 for containment of COVID-19 epidemic in the State. Under this order, movement of persons for the purpose of non-essential activities like shopping and outdoor exercises will be restricted within the neighbourhood limits with mandatory precautions like wearing of masks, social distancing and personal hygiene. In addition to this, unrestricted movement is permitted only for attending place of work which are open (as mentioned in this order) and bonafide humanitarian requirement including medical reason. Further, the National Directives of COVID-19 Management (Annexure I) will have to be followed in the State of Maharashtra. Activities permitted in the State are as follows - A. In Municipal Corporations of MMR Region including MCGM, Municipal Corporations of Pune, Solapur, Aurangabad, Malegaon, Nashik, Dhule, Jalgaon, Akola, Amravati and Nagpur following activities are permitted with restrictions as specified in the Orders issued from time to time:- 1. All essential shops will are allowed before this order will continue to do so. 2. All non-essential shops will be allowed to continue as per relaxations and guidelines issued earlier. Such non-essential markets, market areas and shops excluding malls and market complexes will remain open from 9 AM to 5 PM. Liquor shops will continue to operate if permitted, home-delivery or otherwise. 3. E-commerce activity for essential as well as non-essential items & material. 4. All the industrial units which are presently open will continue to operate. 5. All construction sites (Public/Private) which are allowed to remain open and operational. All such pre-monsoon works (Public and Private) which are allowed. 6. Home delivery restaurants / Kitchen. 7. On-line/ distance learning and related activities. 8. All Government offices excluding Emergency, health & Medical, treasuries, disaster management, police, NIC, food & Civil Supply, FCI, N.Y.K., Municipal Services to function with 15% strength or 15 persons whichever is higher. 9. All private offices can operate up to 10% strength or 10 people, whichever is more. 10. Movement of people is allowed by taxi/cab/aggregator, rickshaw and four wheeler in one essential with two persons manner. For two wheelers only rider is allowed, pillion is not allowed. 11. Activities related to self-employed people like plumbers, electricians, pest-control and technicians. 12. Garages to mend vehicles and workshops with prior appointments. 13. Long distance travel for non-essential items is not permitted. The inter-district movement of persons within the area of Mumbai Metropolitan Region is allowed for essential activities and office purposes. 14. Marriage related gatherings in open spaces, lawns, non air conditioned halls as mentioned in previous order. 15. Outdoor Physical Activities with restrictions. 16. Printing and Distribution of newspapers (including home delivery). 17. The offices/staff of Educational institutions (Universities/ Colleges/ Schools) for the purpose of non-teaching purposes including development of e-content, evaluation of answer sheets and declaration of results. 18. Barber Shops, Spas, Saloons, Beauty Parlors with conditions as permitted by State Government. B. In the rest of State except the areas covered in above A, all activities, which are not explicitly prohibited or banned, shall continue to be permitted, with restrictions as specified in the Orders issued from time to time:- 1. All public and private transport will follow 1+2 passenger layout for four and three wheelers. For 2 wheelers only rider is allowed, pillion not allowed. 2. Inter-district movement will continue to be regulated and intra-district bus service will be allowed with maximum 50% capacity per bus with physical distancing and sanitation measures. 3. All non-essential markets/shops will remain open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 4. Marriage related gatherings in open spaces, lawns, non air conditioned halls as mentioned in previous order. 5. Outdoor Physical Activities with restrictions. 6. Printing and Distribution of newspapers (including home delivery). 7. The offices/staff of Educational institutions (Universities/ Colleges/ Schools) for the purpose of non-teaching purposes including development of e-content, evaluation of answer sheets and declaration of results. 8. Barber Shops, Spas, Saloons, Beauty Parlors with conditions as permitted by State Government. Any person violating these above mentioned measures will be liable to be punished as per provisions of the Disaster Management Act, 2005 besides legal action under Indian Penal Code, 1860 and other legal provisions (Annexure III). For a detailed read, please refer the attached order. | Mandatory | All | 31-07-2020 |
| Central | Mha Issues Letter To Chief Secretaries Of States And The Administrators Of Uts On Mha Unlock 2.0 Order Extending Lockdown In The Containment Zones Up To 31.7.2020 With Calibrated Un-Locking Of Activities In Non-Containment Zones | 29-06-2020 | The Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India (MHA), has issued a Letter dated June 29, 2020 addressed to the Chief Secretaries of all States and the Administrators of all Union Territories. The Letter is in pursuance of the MHA Order (Unlock 2.0 Order) notified on June 29, 2020 whereby lockdown has been extended in the Containment Zones up to July 31, 2020 along with re-opening of more activities in Non-Containment Zones in a phased manner. It also refers to the earlier Unlock 1.0 Order where certain activities, had been permitted outside the Containment Zones from June 8, 2020 (relevant SOPs have been issued for the same). Now, under Unlock 2.0, which will come into effect from July 1, 2020, the process of phased re-opening of activities has been extended further. However, lockdown shall continue to be implemented strictly in the Containment Zones till 31 July, 2020 with strict perimeter control along with enforcement of containment measures as per guidelines of the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare. The Letter further states that the Unlock 2.0 Order has been issued in view of the suggestions received from the State Governments through consultations held with the related Central Ministries and Departments. The Order specifies the activities permitted outside containment zones as well as the restrictions with regard to specified activities. The Letter reiterates that the State Governments and Union Territory Administrators cannot dilute restrictions imposed under the Unlock 2.0 Order issued by MHA. States and Union Territories, based on their assessment of the situation, may prohibit certain activities in areas outside containment zones, or impose such restrictions as they deem necessary. However, there shall be no restriction on inter-State and intra-State movement of persons and goods including those for cross land-border trade under Treaties with neighbouring countries. No separate permission / approval / e-permit will be required for such movements. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Letter. | Mandatory | All | 31-07-2020 |
| Central | Ministry Of Home Affairs Notifies Guidelines On Unlock 2.0; Extends Lockdown In Containment Zones Till 31St July, 2020; Un-Locking Of More Activities Outside Containment Zones To Take Place In A Calibrated Manner | 29-06-2020 | Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, has issued guidelines under the Disaster Management Act, 2005 for re-opening of more activities in areas outside the Containment Zones in a calibrated manner, while extending the Lockdown in Containment Zones upto 31st July, 2020. For more details please refer to the appended documents. | Mandatory | All | 31-07-2020 |
| Central | Sebi Extends Timeline For Implementation Of The Guidelines For Portfolio Managers Till 1St October, 2020 | 29-06-2020 | In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has, in a Circular dated 29th June, 2020, extended the timeline for implementation of the Guidelines for Portfolio Managers (Guidelines) till 1st October, 2020. Background: SEBI had, in a Circular No. SEBI/HO/IMD/DF1/CIR/P/2020/26 dated 13th February, 2020, issued the Guidelines effective 1st May, 2020. Subsequently, in light of the market events due to COVID-19 pandemic, SEBI had issued another Circular No. SEBI/HO/IMD/DF1/CIR/P/2020/57 dated 30th March, 2020 extending the timeline for implementation of the Guidelines till 30th June, 2020. In light of the requests received from portfolio managers and the prevailing business and market conditions, SEBI issued the current Circular to further extend the timeline for implementation of the Guidelines by 3 months. Please refer to the appended documents for details. Source: Securities and Exchange Board of India | Mandatory | All | 01-10-2020 |
| Central | Recommencement Of Domestic Air Travel W.E.F. 25.05.2020- Updation Of Guidelines | 29-06-2020 | In an Office Memorandum dated 29th June, 2020 the Ministry of Civil Aviation, Government of India (Ministry) has updated the Guideline regarding Recommencement of Domestic air travel w.e.f. 25.05.2020. With regard to evolving COVID-19 situation, where new cases that have been cured are in large numbers, for travelling, passengers have to now declare that they have not tested COVID -19 positive in the last three weeks. Further, COVID-19 recovered persons fulfilling this condition will be allowed to travel upon showing a COVID-19 recovered/discharged certificate from any institution dealing with COVID19 subjects. Background: The Ministry in an Order dated 21.05.2020 had issued general instructions, detailed guidelines and Specific Operating Guidelines (SOP) for stakeholders, in connection with the recommencement of domestic air travel from 25th May, 2020. In its Order dated 21st May, 2020, passengers had to declare that they have not tested COVID 19 positive in the last 2 months. Now, with the present Order, the said time period of 2 months is being reduced to 3 weeks. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Amendment In Export Policy Of Ppe Kits Allowing Restricted Import Of Ppe Medical Coveralls For Covid-19 | 29-06-2020 | The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) in a Notification dated 29th June, 2020 has amended the Export Policy of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Background: DGFT with a Notification on 31st January, 2020 had prohibited the Export of PPE including Clothing and Masks under Serial Number 207A. Further with Notifications on 19th March, 2020, 16th May, 2020 and 22nd June, 2020 export on the following were prohibited under the Export Policy 2018 - 1. Surgical Masks/Disposable Masks 2. All Masks except non-surgical/non-medical masks of all types(cotton, silk, wool, knitted) 3. PPE exported either as part of kits or as individual items - i. Medical Coverall of all classes/categories ii. Medical Goggles iii. All Masks except non-surgical/non-medical masks of all types(cotton, silk, wool, polyester, nylon, rayon, viscose-knitted, woven or blended) iv. Nitrile/NBR Golves v. Face Shield Now, with the 29th June, 2020 Notification export of all PPE Medical Coveralls for COVID-19 will have restricted export. A monthly export quota of 50 Lakh PPE Medical Coveralls for COVID-19 units has been fixed for issuance of export policies to the eligible applicants to export PPE Medical Coveralls for COVID-19 as per criteria seperately issued in a Trade Notice on 29th June, 2020. The Trade Notice on 29th June, 2020 has specified the Procedure and Criteria for submission and approval of applications for export of PPE Medical Coveralls for COVID-19. (Refer to the attachment for details). All items defined under point 3 above continue to remain prohibited for export and monthly quota will not be applicable on export of such items. | Mandatory | Exporters | No end date specified |
| Nagaland | Govt Of Nagaland Extends The Operation Of Existing Lockdown Guidelines In The State Till July 15, 2020 | 29-06-2020 | Government of Nagaland has in an Order dated 29th June, 2020, informed that the existing guidelines with regard to lockdown issued under Order dated 4th May, 2020 (reported in trail) will continue to remain operative in Nagaland till 15th July 2020. However, the existing guidelines will be subject to the following relaxations that were issued subsequently: Order Dated June 10, 2020 Allowed opening of religious places/places of worship outside Containment Zones subject to certain specified conditions. These included mandatory wearing of mask, maintaining minimum distance of 6 feet, number of persons (in place of worship) to not exceed 30% of the capacity of building and keeping open for worship between 5 am to 5 pm only, among other restrictions. Order Dated June 20, 2020 Allowed plying of local taxis and auto rickshaws in all the 14 (fourteen) border administrative sub-divisions and its subordinate administrative circles. The local taxis and auto rickshaws were permitted to ply with certain conditions, which among others, required that they carry not more than two and one passenger(s) respectively, and both the driver and passengers must wear masks. The local taxis and auto rickshaws are also not to cross Inter-District and Inter-State boundaries. | Mandatory | All | 15-07-2020 |
| Meghalaya | District Magistrate, East Khasi Hills In Meghalaya Issues Prohibitory Orders Under Sec 144 Crpc W.E.F. 30Th Of June Upto 6Th Of July, 2020 | 29-06-2020 | The District Magistrate, East Khasi Hills District, Shillong has issued prohibitory order under Section 144 CrPC from 30th June, 2020 upto 6th July, 2020 for timings 5 AM to 9 PM each day in all East Khasi Hills District including Shillong Urban Agglomeration, Civil Sub-Division of Sohra/Pynursla and C&RD Blocks. The following activities are prohibited - 1. Inter-state movement; 2. Any assembly whatsoever; 3. Operation of Unregulated major markets (iew heh/iew die lang) and unregulated shopping complexes; 4. Border Haats and markets located in the Inter-State Borders; 5. Operation of all cinema halls, gymnasium, swimming pools, entertainment parks, theatres, bars and auditorium, assembly halls and similar recreational places; 6. All forms of contact sports and spectators in Sports grounds and stadia; 7. Operation of Educational Institutions, training centers and coaching classes (tuitions) barring online/distance learning; 8. Opening of religious places/places of worship of all faiths to the public including religious gatherings and congregation. However, Marriage Rituals in places of worship is permitted only after obtaining due permission; 9. All forms of large public gathering and congregation including social, political, entertainment, academic, cultural, religious functions, etc. 10. Moving in public, work places and during transport without a Mask. 11. Spitting in public places; 12. Consumption of liquor, paan, gutka, tobacco, etc in public places. 13. Operation of Cyber Café, Gaming Parlours, Jackpot Parlours and Lottery Counter. 14. Additional workforce from outside the District is prohibited except for skilled, highly skilled, specialized professionals and technicians regulated by SOP of Labour Department, Meghalaya. In addition to the above-mentioned restrictions, general instructions have also been issued. They are as follows- 1. Individuals to maintain minimum distance of 6 feet/2 metres in public places. 2. Number of guests for marriage related gatherings should not exceed 50 and weddings/receptions in Hotel Halls will be allowed via reviewing on a case to case basis. 3. Number of people at funeral/last rites related gathering should not exceed 20. 4. Persons above 65 years, person with co-morbidities, pregnant women and children below the age of 10 years in public places to stay at home except for meeting essential requirements and for health purposes. 5. Operation of supply chains/wholesalers and retail outlets, shops, services and other establishments will be regulated as per scheduled timings and dates which will be released in advance from time to time. In addition to that, these activities will have to strictly adhere with SOPs released by the Government along with National Directives of Government for COVID-19 Management. 6. Employers for all form of activities including shops, services, establishments etc. will ensure that Aarogya Setu Application is installed by all their employees. 7. All Residents in the District to install Aarogya Setu App on their phones and regularly update their health status on the app for containment of COVID-19 pandemic. 8. Passes for all forms of outward inter-state movement from East Khasi Hills District will be issued by the District Magistrate. For a detailed read, please refer to the attached Order. | Mandatory | All | 06-07-2020 |
| Central | Extension In Time Limit To Issue An Order On Gst Refund Application Which Falls Within The Period 20Th March, 2020 To 30Th August, 2020 | 27-06-2020 | Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has issued a Notification No. 56/2020 dated 27th June, 2020 to notify that for cases where notice for rejection of refund claim has been issued, in full or in part, and time limit to issue refund order by the proper officer ( i.e. within 60 days from the receipt of refund application complete in all respects) falls during the period from 20th March, 2020 to 30th August, 2020, then the time limit to issue the refund order by the officer shall be extended to fifteen days after the receipt of reply of notice from the registered person or the 31st day of August, 2020, whichever is later. | Mandatory | All | fifteen days after the receipt of reply of notice from the registered person or 31st August - which ever is later |
| Central | Extension In Last Date For Filing Of Appeal, Furnishing Of Return, Statements, Applications, Reports, Any Other Documents, Time Limit For Certain Compliances Under Gst Till 31St August, 2020 | 27-06-2020 | Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has issued a Notification No. 56/2020 dated 27th June, 2020 to notify that the due date for issue of notice, approval order, sanction order, filing of appeal, furnishing of return, statements, applications, reports, any other documents, time limit for completion of such compliance under GST is expiring between 20th March 2020 to 30th August, 2020 shall be extended to 31st August, 2020 except for the following: a) Time limit for time and value of supply; b) Application for registration; c) Obtaining certificate of registration for casual taxable person and non-resident taxable person; d) Issuance of Tax invoice; e) Furnishing details of outward supplies in GSTR-1 ; summary return in GSTR-3B f) Inspection of goods in movement. | Mandatory | All | Permanent Change for this period |
| Assam | District Magistrate, Kamrup Prohibits Various Activities In All Areas In Kamrup, Effective From 28Th June, 2020 (7Pm) To 12Th July, 2020 (6Pm) | 26-06-2020 | In an order dated 26th June, 2020 the District Magistrate, Kamrup (DM) has prohibited the following activities in all areas in Kamrup: The Order will become effective from 28th June, 2020 (7pm) and will remain in force till 12th July, 2020 (6pm) 1. Movement of individuals shall remain strictly prohibited in the specified area. 2. All Government Offices, Offices of Autonomous/Subordinate Offices and Private Offices shall remain closed; 3. All business/commercial establishments, shops and trade activities shall remain closed: 4. All Industrial establishments shall remain closed; 5. All public transport services shall remain suspended; 6.Movement of all Private vehicles is banned: 7. All hospitality services shall remain suspended; 8.Alt educational, research, training, coaching institutions shall remain closed; 9.All places of worship shall remain closed for public. No religious congregation will be permitted without any exception. 10. All social/political/sports/entertainment/academic/cultural/religious functions, gathering shall be barred; 11.Not more than 20 persons will be permitted in case of funerals; 12.All non-essential and avoidable movement of people shall be banned; 13.Spitting in public places is banned and will be punishable with fine, as may be prescribed by the local authority in accordance with its laws, rules or regulations. 14. Consumption and sale of liquor, pawn, gutka, tobacco etc.in public places are prohibited. Exceptions: 1. Defence. Central and State Police forces, Establishment of the District Magistrate, Commissioner of Police, Home Guards, Civil Defence, Fire & Emergency Services, Disaster Management, Electricity. Water, Sanitation. Municipal bodies (only staff required for essential services like sanitation, water supply etc.) will be allowed to function; 2. Hospitals and retail medical establishments: 3. Only 10 (ten) % of Bank branches in the District with skeletal attendance and ATMs shall operate. Highest Authority of the Banks shall determine the specific branches and give wide publicity of open bank branches; 4. Print and electronic media including newspaper distribution are allowed However, it is advised that minimum number of persons shall only come out in the open; 5. Telecommunications, Internet services, broadcasting and cable services, IT and IT enabled services to continue. However, personnel engaged in these services are allowed to work from home only. Only emergency repair crew would be allowed movement subject to prior permission/ pass from appropriate authority: 6. Power generation, transmission and distribution units and services shall continue with persons with specifically assigned duties being allowed to come out; 7. Transportation of essential goods, vehicles of Health, Fire. Law & Order and Emergency Services are allowed; 8. All transport services and movement of people from other districts shall remain suspended except that connected to COVID functions. inter-state movement shall also remain suspended except with prior permissions! pass; 9. People (Interstate and inter District movement) holding train/air tickets to and from Guwahati as well to Guwahati shall be allowed to move only on production of such tickets at check points: 10. Hotels which are accommodating quarantined persons, medical and emergency staff, air crew shall operate with skeletal service; 11. Establishments used /earmarked for quarantine facilities shall operate; 12. All officers of the rank of Joint Secretary and above shall attend office in Assam Secretariat regularly. Other officers and employees shall be asked to attend office on need based instruction issued by the senior-most secretary of the Department. Directors shall decide on the number of skeletal officers and staff to attend for functioning of Directorates. 13. Government officers and employees who are directed specifically by their Controlling Officers will only be allowed with documentary evidence of such permission / orders. Rest of Government functionaries shall work from home, only those Government officers and employees connected with the aforementioned exempted categories would be allowed to come to office/ workplaces. 14. Milk, baby food, medicines and water supply are allowed on specific areas and time; 15. Railway offices and persons directly linked with operation of passenger and goods trains shall be allowed to operate on being so assigned; 16. Continuous process industries would be allowed to function, subject to workforce staying in the premises and outwards/ inwards movement during the period of lockdown shall not be allowed; 17. Only identified Petrol pumps, gas agencies would be allowed to be operational during Lockdown. LPG agencies shall distribute products at home Customers' homes only. 18. Agricultural and Tea garden activities shall continue with social distancing. 19. Lockdown permissions/ passes issued earlier stand cancelled. Fresh permissions /passes shall have to be obtained from competent authority, 20. No person(s) shall be allowed to venture out simply on the ground of being employed in the exempted category of services. 21. The permissions granted to persons/ services/ activities as given above may be withdrawn at any time without assigning any reason and for advance notice. The extent of validity of this order may be modified depending on analysis of ground reality as and when required. Please note: 1. All other activities other than specified as exempted above shall remain prohibited in the entire area until further orders; 2. Provision for thermal scanning. hand wash and sanitizer will be made at all entry and exit points and common areas. 3. Wearing of face cover is compulsory in public places, in workplaces and during transport etc. 4. District Magistrates of all other Districts of Assam must enforce total prohibition of movement of persons between 7pm and 7am (Night Curfew) in all areas of their respective jurisdiction under relevant provisions of CrPC including rural areas from 7 PM of 27th June 2020. 5. Contraventions of the provisions of the Order will attract strict penalties under the provisions of the Disaster Management Act, 2005 and the Indian Penal Code, 1860. Background: Considering the large scale spread of the pandemic COVID 19 occurring in almost the entire District of Kamrup Metropolitan which has posed as a major threat to public health, hygiene and safety of the general population; and the need to implement stringent measures the present Order has been issued | Mandatory | All | 12-07-2020 |
| Central | Due To Covid-19, Fssai Extends Time Till 1St January, 2021 For Distribution Agencies And Fbos To Comply With Fss (Recovery And Distribution Of Surplus Food) Regulations, 2019 | 26-06-2020 | The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), in light of the COVID-19 pandemic has extended the timeline for distribution agencies and Food Business Operators(FBOs) to comply with Food Safety and Standards (Recovery and Distribution of Surplus Food) Regulations, 2019 (2019 Regulation). In a Notification dated 26th July, 2019, FBOs were given time till 1st July, 2020 to comply with the 2019 Regulation and ensure food safety and quality in the food donation ecosystem. Now, in a Letter dated 25th June, 2020 the timeline for compliance has been extended till 1st January, 2021. | Advisory | FBOs | 01-01-2021 |
| Central | Sebi Extends Earlier Relaxation In Time Gap Between Two Board / Audit Committee Meetings Of Listed Entities Till July 31, 2020 Owing To Continued Impact Of Covid-19 Pandemic | 26-06-2020 | The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has in a Circular dated June 26, 2020, granted further relaxation on the maximum time gap to be maintained between two Board / Audit Committee meetings. In an earlier Circular dated March 19, 2020, SEBI had relaxed the requirement of the maximum stipulated time gap of 120 days between two meetings of the Board and Audit Committees of listed entities. This relaxation was provided for the meetings held/proposed to be held between the period December 1, 2019 and June 30, 2020 in view of the COVID-19 pandemic. Now, SEBI has extended this relaxation till July 31, 2020 keeping in mind the continued impact of the pandemic. However, the board of directors and audit committees of listed entities must ensure that they meet at least four times a year, as stipulated under Regulations 17(2) and 18(2)(a) of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. | Mandatory | All | 31-07-2020 |
| West Bengal | West Bengal Health Department Caps The Prices Of Covid Tests, Ppe And Consultation Fees For Indoor Patients In Private Hospitals And Laboratories | 26-Jun-20 | The Department of Health and Family Welfare, Government of West Bengal (Department) has capped the prices of certain services and products offered by Private Hospitals and Laboratories. Background COVID-19 had been declared a global pandemic. Considering the situation, the West Bengal Epidemic Disease, COVID 19 Regulations, 2020 has been in force since 16th March 2020. The Department had previously issued advisories for private hospitals relating to their preparedness in dealing with the patients infected with COVID-19 and certain private laboratories had been allowed by the Indian Council of Medical Research to conduct COVID 19 tests. The Department had received information on private hospitals and laboratories overcharging on PPEs, Consultation fees and testing charges normally levied. In view of the above-mentioned, the Department has revised and capped the prices in the following manner: a. Cost of COVID test: Capped at Rs. 2250/-. b. Cost of PPE and other protective gear for indoor patients: Rs. 1000/- per day. c. Consultation fees for indoor patients: Rs. 1000/- per day. The Department has stated violations to the above-mentioned will be liable to be penalised under the West Bengal Epidemic Disease COVID-19 Regulations, 2020, the West Bengal Clinical Establishments (Registration, Regulation and Transparency) Act, 2017 and the West Bengal Clinical Establishments (Registration, Regulation and Transparency) Rules, 2017. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | Healthcare | No end date specified |
| Assam | Assam Imposes Total Lockdown In Areas Under Kamrup Metropolitan District From 7 P.M. Of 28Th June, 2020 Upto 6 P.M. Of 12Th July, 2020 | 26-06-2020 | The State Disaster Management Authority, Government of Assam, in an Order dated 26th June, 2020, has imposed a total lockdown in all the areas under the Kamrup Metropolitan District. The lockdown will be in force from 7 p.m. of 28th June, 2020, up till 6 p.m. of 12th July, 2020. Key Highlights: A. Prohibited activities: 1. Movement of individuals will be strictly prohibited. 2. All private offices shall remain closed. 3. All business/commercial establishments, shops and trade activities shall remain closed. 4. All public transport services will remain suspended. 5. All non-essential and avoidable movement of people shall be banned. 6. Spitting in public places is banned and will be punishable with fine. 7. Consumption and sale of liquor, paan, gutka, tobacco, etc., in public places are prohibited. B. Exceptions: 1. Hospitals and retail medical establishments. 2. Only 10% of the bank branches in the district with skeletal attendance and ATMs shall operate. 3. Print and electronic media including newspaper distribution is allowed. However, it is advised that minimum number of persons shall only come out in the open. 4. Telecommunications, internet services, broadcasting and cable services, IT and ITeS to continue. However, personnel engaged in these services are allowed to work from home only. Only emergency repair crew would be allowed movement subject to prior permission/pass from appropriate authority. 5. Power generation, transmission and distribution units and services shall continue with persons with specifically assigned duties being allowed to come out. 6. Transportation of essential goods, vehicles of Health, Fire, Law and Order and Emergency Services, are allowed. 7. All transport services and movement of people from other districts shall remain suspended, except those connected to COVID functions. Inter-state movement shall also remain suspended, except with prior permission/pass. 8. People (inter-state and inter-district movement) holding air/train tickets to and from Guwahati, shall be allowed to ove only on production of such tickets at check points. 9. Hotels which are accomodating quarantined persons, medical and emergency staff, air crew, shall operate with skeletal staff. 10. Establishments used/earmarked for quarantine facilities shall operate. 11. Milk, baby food, medicines and water supply allowed in specific areas and time. 12. Continuous process industries would be allowed to function, subject to workforce staying in the premises and outward/inward movement during the period of period shall not be allowed. It has been further stated that the lockdown permissions/passes issued earlier, stand cancelled. Fresh permissions/passes will have to be obtained from competent authority. All other activities other than the ones mentioned in the Order remain prohibited in the entire area until further orders. Further, the following have been stated: 1. Provision for thermal scanning, hand wash and sanitizer will be made at all entry and exit points and common areas. 2. Wearing of face cover is compulsory in public places, in workplaces and during transport, etc. 3. Persons above 65 years of age, persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women and children below 10 years, are advised to stay at home, except for essential and health purposes. District Magistrates of all other districts of Assam have been directed to enforce total prohibition of movement of persons between 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. from 27th June, 2020. Also, they have been directed to pass necessary Orders to impose a total lockdown of all Municipal and Town Committee areas under their jurisdiction on all Saturdays and Sundays w.e.f. 27th June, 2020, until further orders. | Mandatory | All | 12-07-2020 |
| Central | Director General Of Civil Aviation Extends Suspension Of Scheduled International Commercial Passenger Services From Or To India Till 2359 Hours Of 15Th July, 2020 | 26-06-2020 | The Director General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has extended the suspension of Scheduled International Commercial Passenger Services from or to India till 2359 hours of 15th July 2020. DGCA has exempted international all-cargo operations and flights specifically approved by it. Background Previously, on 14th April 2020, DGCA had issued a notification, closing all scheduled International Commercial Passenger Services till 1830 hours of 3rd May 2020. This suspension was extended further by virtue of another notification issued on 30th May 2020, till 2359 hours of 30th June 2020. Now, DGCA has extended the suspension till 2359 hours of 15th July 2020. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | Aviation | 15-07-2020 |
| Meghalaya | Meghalaya Allows Hotels To Re-Open From 1St July, 2020; Subject To Compliance With Sops Of Social Distancing | 26-06-2020 | The Political Department, Government of Meghalaya, in an Order dated 26th June, 2020, has permitted hotels to re-open in the State of Meghalaya from 1st July, 2020. The re-opening is however subject to compliance with the Standard Operating Procedure ("SOP") being issued by the Tourism Department, Government of Meghalaya. The hotels should obtain specific permission from the Deputy Commissioner and enure that the SOP for social distancing are in place and strictly followed. | Mandatory | Accommodation and food service activities | No end date specified |
| Central | Irdai Makes It Mandatory For Insurance Companies To Provide "Corona Kavach Policy" On Or Before 10.07.2020; Guidelines Issued For Uniform Application Of The Policy | 26-06-2020 | The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India ("IRDAI"), in view of the global pandemic of COVID-19, has decided to mandate all general and health insurers to offer Individual Covid Standard Health Policy with the following objectives: 1. To have a Covid specific product addressing basic health insurance needs of insuring public related to Covid. 2. To have a standard product with common policy wordings across the industry. Key Highlights The Covid Standard Health Policy shall offer the following: A. Base Cover: 1. Covid hospitalization expenses- The Hospitalization expenses incurred by the insured person for the treatment of Covid on Positive diagnosis of Covid in a government authorized diagnostic centre. This section shall cover the following: a. Room, Boarding, Nursing Expenses as provided by the Hospital/Nursing Home. b. Surgeon, Anesthetist, Medical Practitioner, Consultants, Specialist Fees (including consultation through telemedicine as per Telemedicine Practice Guideline of 25th March 2020) whether paid directly to the treating doctor/surgeon or to the hospital. c. Anesthesia, blood, oxygen, operation theatre charges, surgical appliances, ventilator charges, medicines and drugs, costs towards diagnostics, diagnostic imaging modalities, PPE Kit, gloves, mask and such other similar expenses. (Expenses on Hospitalization for a minimum period of 24 hours are admissible.) d. Intensive Care Unit (ICU)/Intensive Cardiac Care Unit (ICCU) expenses. e. Expenses incurred on road Ambulance subject to a maximum of Rs.2000/- per hospitalization. 2. Home Care Treatment Expense- Insurer shall cover the costs of treatment of Covid incurred by the Insured person on availing treatment at home (maximum up to 14 days per incident provided that: a. The Medical practitioner advices the Insured person to undergo treatment at home. b. There is a continuous active line of treatment with monitoring of the health status by a medical practitioner for each day through the duration of the home care treatment. c. Daily monitoring chart including records of treatment administered duly signed by the treating doctor is maintained. d. Insured shall be permitted to avail the services as prescribed by the medical practitioner. Cashless or reimbursement facility are offered under homecare expenses subject to claim settlement policy disclosed in the website of the Insurer. e. In case the insured intends to avail the services of non-network provider, claim shall be subject to reimbursement, a prior approval from the Insurer needs to be taken before availing such services. Insurer shall respond to approval request within 2 hrs of receiving the last necessary requirement. f. the following shall be covered if prescribed by the treating medical practitioner and is related to treatment of Covid: i. Diagnostic tests undergone at home or at diagnostics centre ii. Medicines prescribed in writing iii. Consultation charges of the medical practitioner iv. Nursing charges related to medical staff v. Medical procedures limited to parenteral administration of medicines vi. Cost of Pulse oximeter, Oxygen cylinder and Nebulizer 3. AYUSH treatment- The Medical expenses incurred on hospitalization under AYUSH (as defined in IRDAI (Health Insurance) Regulations, 2016) systems of medicine for the treatment of Covid on Positive diagnosis of Covid in a government authorized diagnostic centre shall be covered up to the sum insured without any sub-limits. 4. Pre-Hospitalization- Medical expenses incurred for a period of 15 days prior to the date of hospitalization/home care treatment following an admissible claim under this policy shall be covered. Pre-hospitalization expenses shall also cover the costs of diagnostics towards Covid. 5. Post-Hospitalization- Medical expenses incurred for a period of 30 days from the date of discharge from the hospital/completion of home care treatment, following an admissible claim under this policy shall be covered. B. Optional Cover: Hospital Daily Cash- The Company will pay 0.5% of sum insured per day for each 24 hours of continuous hospitalization for treatment of Covid following an admissible hospitalization claim under this policy. The benefit shall be payable maximum up to 15 days during a policy period in respect of every insured person. Other Highlights 1. All general and health insurers shall offer the Covid Standard Health Policy by duly complying with these guidelines. 2. The insurer may determine the price, keeping in view the covers proposed to be offered subject to complying with the norms specified in the IRDAI (Health Insurance) Regulations, 2016 and Guidelines notified there under. 3. The Base Cover of Covid Standard Health Policy shall be offered on Indemnity basis whereas Optional Cover shall be made available on Benefit Basis. 4. The Covid Standard Health Policy shall offer a policy tenure of three and half months (3.5 months), six and half months (6.5 months), and nine and half months (9.5 months) including waiting period. 5. General and Health Insurers shall ensure that this product is compulsorily offered on or before 10th July, 2020. 6. The nomenclature of the product shall be Corona Kavach Policy, succeeded by name of insurance company, "(Corona Kavach Policy, )". No other name is allowed in any of the documents. For a detailed read, please refer to the attached document. | Mandatory | Insurance | No end date specified |
| Central | Guidelines On Covid Standard Health Policy For All General And Health Insurers (Except Ecgc & Aic) | 26-06-2020 | The Insurance Regulatory and Development ("IRDAI") on 26th June, 2020 has issued Guidelines on COVID Standard Health Policy for all general and health insurers (except ECGC & AIC). In view of the global pandemic COVID-19, IRDAI has decided to mandate all general and health insurers to offer Individual Covid Standard Health Policy to address basic health insurance needs of the public w.r.t. to COVID and to have a standard product with common policy wordings across the industry. Key Highlights - 1. All general and health insurers will offer the Covid Standard Health Policy by duly complying with the these guidelines. 2. The Covid Standard Health Policy will have One Basic mandatory cover as specified in these Guidelines which will be uniform across all General and Health Insurers. 3. The Insurer may determine the price keeping in view the covers proposed to be offered subject to complying with the norms specified in the IRDAI (Health Insurance) Regulations, 2016. 4. The Base Cover of Covid Standard Health Policy shall be offered on Indemnity basis whereas Optional Cover shall be made available on Benefit Basis. 5. The COVID Standard Health Policy will offer a policy tenure of three and half months, six and half months and nine and half months including waiting period. 6. The Covid Standard Health Policy shall comply with all the provisions of Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) (Health Insurance) Regulations, 2016 all all other applicable Regulations and Guidelines laid down by IRDAI. 7. The COVID Standard Health Policy will offer a base cover which will include hospitalization expenses, home care treatment, AYUSH treatment, pre and post hospitalization expenses. In addition to this an optional cover will also be offered . 8. The nomenclature of the product will be Corona Kavach Policy, succeeded by name of insurance company, (Corona Kavach Policy, ). No other name is allowed in any of the documents. 9. General and Health Insurers will ensure that this product is compulsorily offered on or before 10th July, 2020. 10. Every insurer offering Corona Kavach Policy shall provide a certificate of insurance to the policyholder indicating the availability of health insurance coverage. The certificate shall have a reference to access detailed terms and conditions of the policy contract. Insurers shall also clearly mention policy period (Policy Start Date to Policy End Date), effective policy period (from end of waiting period to end of policy period), waiting period (policy start date to end of policy period) in the Certificate of Insurance. For a detailed read on the guidelines, please refer to the attached circular. | Mandatory | General and Health Insurers | No end date specified |
| Jharkhand | Home, Prison And Disaster Management Department, Government Of Jharkhand Extends The Lockdown Restrictions Currently Imposed Till 31St July 2020 | 26-06-2020 | The Home, Prison and Disaster Management Department, Government of Jharkhand (Department), has extended the existing lockdown restrictions till 31st July 2020. Background Previously, considering the adverse impacts that were brought about due to COVID 19 pandemic, the lockdown had been extended in the Containment Zones up to 30th June 2020, by virtue of Order dated 1st June 2020. At the same time, activities which were prohibited earlier, had started to re-open in a phased manner outside the Containment Zones. While the Order issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs on 30th May, 2020 (MHA Unlock 1.0 Order) is being strictly implemented in the State, however, taking into consideration the fact that many migrants have entered the State, a cautious approach was required while opening up the economic activities to ease out the hardship of the people. Considering the situation, few more activities were allowed by the Department, pursuant to order dated 25th June 2020. Key highlights from the present Order are as follows: I. General The following activities will continue to be prohibited: (a) Religious places, places of worship for public; (b) Social, political, Sports, entertainment, academic, cultural, religious functions, fairs and large congregations; (c) Schools, Colleges, educational, training, coaching institutions etc. (d) Cinema halls, gymnasiums, swimming pools, entertainment parks, theatres, bars and auditoriums assembly halls and similar places; (e) Interstate and Intrastate transport by bus; (f) Shopping malls; (g) Hotels, Lodges, dharamshalas, restaurants (dine in) and other hospitality services; (h) Spas, salons and barber shops; (i) Prohibitions on movement of individuals between 9:00pm to 5:00am throughout the state, except for essential activities. (j) Requirement to: ¢ Wear face cover/ face mask in public areas, workplaces and when in public transport. ¢ Maintain a distance of minimum 6 feet in public places; ¢ Carry e-pass for movement of individuals into the State by private vehicles/ taxi. The E-pass will not be required for any other movement of individuals within the state or for leaving the State. II. Work Places (a) All persons in charge of workplaces are required to ensure adequate distance between workers, adequate gaps between shifts, staggering of lunch breaks etc. (b) Staggering of work/ business hours should be followed in workplaces; (c) Ensure that Aarogya Setu app is installed by all employees having compatible mobile phones; (d) Provision for thermal scanning, hand wash and sanitizer should be made at all entry and exit points and common areas in workspaces; (e) Ensure frequent sanitisation of the entire workspace, common facilities and all points which frequently come into human contact, for example, door handles; III. Shops (a) Shops should not allow more than 5 persons at one time; (b) Provision for sanitizer should be made at all entry points; (c) Person in charge of the shops are required to ensure adequate distance between workers as well as customers; (d) Wearing of facemasks to be made compulsory for both workers and customers; (e) Ensure frequent sanitisation throughout the day of all points which come into human contact for example: Door handles, counters etc. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | All | 31-07-2020 |
| West Bengal | West Bengal Govt. Caps Prices For Covid-19 Test At Rs. 2250/-, Also Caps Prices Of Ppes Charges And Consultation Fees For Indoor Patients; Effective Immediately | 26-06-2020 | In view of several complaints received regarding overcharging of Personal Protective Equipment ("PPE"), consultation fee and testing charges by different laboratories and hopitals, the Health and Family Welfare Department, Government of West Bengal has in a recent Order dated 26th June, 2020 (Order) capped prices of the following tests/charges: 1. COVID-19 test Rs. 2250/- 2. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and other protective gear charges for indoor patients Rs. 1000/- per day 3. Consultation fee for indoor patients Rs. 1000/- per day This Order is effective immediately. Any violation of this Order will attract penalty under the West Bengal Epidemic Disease COVID-19 Regulations, 2020; the West Bengal Clinical Establishments (Registration, Regulation and Transparency) Act, 2017; and the West Bengal Clinical Establishments (Registration, Regulation and Transparency) Rules, 2017. | Mandatory | Pathological Laboratories; Hospitals | No end date specified |
| Central | Sebi Further Extends Timeline For Submission Of Annual Secretarial Compliance Report By Listed Entities Till July 31, 2020 Due To The Continuing Impact Of The Covid-19 Pandemic | 25-06-2020 | In light of the representations received by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) from the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI), industry bodies and listed entities requesting extension of time for submission of the Annual Secretarial Compliance (ASC) Report, SEBI has issued a Circular dated June 25, 2020 further extending the timeline for submission of the ASC Report by one more month i.e. to July 31, 2020. SEBI had earlier extended the timeline for compliance from May 31, 2020, to June 30, 2020 in view of the difficulties and challenges faced by listed entities and Practicing Company Secretaries due to COVID-19. Now, in view of the continuing impact of the CoVID-19 pandemic, a further extension has been granted. | Mandatory | All | 31-07-2020 |
| Maharashtra | Maharastha Government Allows Opening Of Barber Shops/Salons/Spas From 27.06.2020 And 28.06.2020 Onwards | 25-06-2020 | The Department of Revenue and Forest, Disaster Management, Relief and Rehabilitation, Government of Maharashtra, in an Order dated 25th June, 2020, has introduced Mission Begin Again Phase IV, to its earlier Order dated 31st May, 2020. The following activities have been permitted as a part of Mission Begin Again Phase IV in the Municipal Corporations of MMR Region including MCGM, Municipal Corporations of Pune, Solapur, Aurangabad, Malegaon, Nashik, Dhule, Jalgaon, Akola, Amravati and Nagpur, except in containment zones, from 28th June, 2020: 1. Barber shops, Salons and Beauty Parlours with restricted entry and prior appointments only, and on the following conditions: i. Only select services such as haircut, dyeing hair, waxing, threading, etc. are allowed. Skin related services will not be permitted presently. This should be prominently displayed on the shop. ii. Employees must put on protective gear including gloves, masks and aprons. iii. All workspace (chair) must be sanitized after each service. All common areas and floors must be sanitized after every 2 hours. iv. Disposable towels/napkins must be used on customers. Non-disposable equipment should be sanitized and sterilized after each service. v. Each shop will put up a notice on all the precautions mentioned above for the information of customers. The above activities will be allowed in the rest of the areas of the State from 27th June, 2020. | Mandatory | Salons and Spa | No end date specified |
| Chhattisgarh | Chhattisgarh Government Notifies New Guidelines W.R.T Re-Opening Of Additional Activities | 25-06-2020 | The Government of Chhattisgarh has notified fresh guidelines regarding permitting / re-opening of additional activities during the lockdown: 1. Clubs, shopping malls, restaurants, hotels will be permitted to function subject to following the SOPs issued by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. Additionally, strict social and physical distancing to be maintained by these places; 2. cinema halls, gyms, swimming pools, amusement parks, theatre, bars, auditoriums, assembly halls and such similar places to remain closed; 3. gaming arcades and playing area for children inside the shopping malls shall remain closed; 4. sporting activities may be conducted in sports complexes and stadiums but visitors will not be allowed; 5. the earlier restrictions on crowded public events to continue. Furthermore, if an area is declared as a containment zone, then only essential activities will be permitted and additional activities will not be allowed in that zone. For a detailed read on the SOPs, please refer to the order. Please note that the Order is in Vernacular and we have translated it to the best of our understanding. Once an official translation is available, we will update in case there is a requirement. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Jharkhand | Jharkhand Government Permits Additional Activities Outside Containment Zones; Online Sale Of Essential And Non-Essential Items By E-Commerce Permitted | 25-06-2020 | In an Order dated 25th June, 2020 the Jharkhand Government has permitted the following additional activities outside the containment zones: 1. Online sale of essential and non-essential items by e-commerce 2. Stadium and sports complex (without spectators). 3. Walking / jogging / running / exercises in open areas. All activities allowed earlier, remain permitted. Background: In light of the pandemic COVID 19, lockdown has been extended in the containment zones upto 30th June, 2020. At the same time, activities which were prohibited earlier started to re-open in a phased manner outside the Containment Zones. While the Order issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs on 30th May, 2020 (MHA Unlock 1.0 Order) is being strictly implemented in the State, however, taking into consideration the fact that many migrants have entered the State, a cautious approach was required while opening up the economic activities to ease out the hardships of the people. Therefore only the abovementioned activities have been allowed by the Jharkhand Government in the present Order. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | E-Commerce | No end date specified |
| West Bengal | Department Of Health And Family Welfare, Government Of West Bengal Re-Issues The Guidelines For Bar Code System For Effective Management Of Bio-Medical Waste | 25-06-2020 | The Department of Health and Family Welfare, Government of West Bengal (Department) has re-issued the Guidelines for Bar Code System for Effective Management of Bio-Medical Waste (Guidelines). The Department has instructed all stakeholders to initiate necessary actions required under the Guidelines. These Guidelines are applicable to Healthcare facilities, Quarantine Camps, Home care, Sample Collection Centres, Laboratories and Common Bio-Medical Waste Treatment Facilities (CBWTF). Background The Bio-Medical Waste Management Rules, 2016 (Principal Rules), stipulate that it is the duty of every Health Care Facility (HCF) to establish a bar code system for bags or containers containing bio-medical waste to be sent out of premises for any purpose by 27th March 2019. Rule 5 of the Principal Rules stipulates that it is the duty of every Common Bio-Medical Waste Treatment Facility operator to establish a bar code system for handling of bio-medical waste. Key Highlights The Guidelines have stipulated several responsibilities for the Occupiers. Some of the key responsibilities have been listed below: (a) Procure the Bar-coded Labels or Pre-printed colour coded Bags and containers fulfilling the specification as given under these Guidelines from the vendors or the operator of CBWTF on charge basis. (b) Intimate the authority about the bar-coded labels or pre-printed bar-coded bags or containers as and when procured. (c) A representative of HCF is required to ensure that all the bags and containers are scanned at waste collection point. The representative is also required to collect waste collection receipt generated by waste picker (CBWTF Operator). (d) For Health Care Facility with less than 30 beds or clinics or laboratories, concerned HCF/ Clinic/ Laboratory is not required to pre-scan the bags, the same needs to be carried out by waste picker after arrival at site. (e) For Health Care Facility with more than 30 beds, it is the responsibility of the Occupier to scan the bags containing bio-medical waste. For a detailed read of the Guidelines, please refer to the document appended. | Mandatory | Healthcare | No end date specified |
| Odisha | Odisha Transport Authority Allows Further Extension To Temporary Discontinuance Of Use Of Vehicles (Off Road) Subject To Online Submission Of Form-H By Vehicle Owners | 25-06-2020 | The State Transport Authority, Odisha in an Office Order dated 25th June, 2020 has allowed vehicle owners to declare their vehicles off road for further period after 30th June, 2020 (upto maximum period of six months) as prescribed under the Orissa Motor Vehicle Taxation Act, 1975. This is in view of the ongoing pandemic conditions of COVID-19. The vehicle owners who wish to temporarily discontinue the use of their vehicles ("off road") are required to fill out Form-H and undertaking (provided in the official Order) and send it to the e-mail id of the concerned Regional Transport Officer on or before 29th June, 2020. The entry in VAHAN-4 will not be ensured if the application is not received through email on or before the mentioned date. In such cases the vehicle owner will have to visit the RTO office for physical submission of the off road intimation. For further details, please refer to appended document. | Mandatory | Vehicle owners | 29-06-2020 |
| Central | In View Of Covid-19 Pandemic, Sebi Announces Temporary Relaxations And Approves Amendments To Certain Sebi Regulations | 25-06-2020 | The Securities and Exchange Board of India ("SEBI") conducted a Board Meeting on 25th June, 2020 where the Board decided to provide temporary relaxation owing to COVID-19 and approved Amendments pertaining to the following Regulations - 1. Securities and Exchange Board of India (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, 2011 2. Securities and Exchange Board of India (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015 3. Securities and Exchange Board of India (Settlement Proceedings)(Amendment) Regulations, 2020 A. Pricing of preferential issues Temporary relaxation due to COVID 19 The Board has decided to provide an additional option to the existing pricing methodology for preferentialissuance as under: i.In case of frequently traded shares, the price of the equity shares to be allotted pursuant to the preferential issue shall be not less than higher of the following: a.the average of the weekly high and low of the volume weighted average price of the related equity shares quoted on the recognised stock exchange during the twelve weeks preceding the relevant date; or b.the average of the weekly high and low of the volume weighted average prices of the related equity shares quoted on a recognised stock exchange during the two weeks preceding the relevant date. ii.The specified securities allotted on preferential basis using the above pricing formula shall be locked-in for a period of three years. The said option in pricing shall be available for the preferential issues made between July 1, 2020 and December 31, 2020 B. Amendments to the SEBI (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, 2011 - i.Acquisition through stock exchange settlement process through bulk and/or block deals shall be permitted during the open offer, subject to conditions mentioned in regulation 22(2A) of Takeover Regulations. ii.In case of indirect acquisitions where public announcement of an open offer has been made, an amount equivalent to 100% of the consideration payable under the open offer must be deposited 2 working days before the date of detailed public statement. The escrow account shall be in the form of cash and/ or bank guarantee. iii.In case of delays in making open offer attributable to the acts of omission or commission of the acquirer,a simple interest of 10% shall be paid to all the shareholders who have tendered the shares in the open offer. C. Amendments to SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015 The amendments include maintaining a structured digital database containing nature of unpublished price sensitive information and the names of persons who have shared the information; automation of process of filing disclosures to stock exchanges, restriction on trading window not to be made applicable for transactions as prescribed by SEBI, entities to file the non-compliances of Code of Conduct with the stock exchanges and amounts if any collected for such non compliances shall be credited to Investor Protection Education Fund administered by Board under the SEBI Act. D. Securities and Exchange Board of India (Settlement Proceedings)(Amendment) Regulations, 2020 The Board approved some amendments to the Settlement Regulations including -Promoters to be included along with the Principal Officer for the purpose of calculation of the base amount in terms of Table X of Schedule II; Base Amount for alleged defaults relating to open offer violations, where the making of the open offer has become infructuous, to be rationalised and benchmark for certain Base Amount in Schedule II to be suitably amended; In order to save time, instead of issuing settlement notice under Regulation 18, a paragraph shall be included in the show cause notice, informing the noticee about the option to file a settlement application; etc. | Mandatory | Listed | No end date specified |
| Delhi | Registrar Of Co-Operative Societies, Delhi Extends Timeline For Holding General Body Meeting By Cooperative Societies Between 20.11.2020. And 31.12.2020.; Also Allows The Societies To Convene Virtual Meetings | 25-06-2020 | The Office of the Registrar of Co-operative Societies, Delhi (Registrar) has issued two Notifications both dated 25th June, 2020, relaxing the requirement of holding meetings by the Co-operative Societies in Delhi in light of the prevailing COVID-19 pandemic. The Registrar has, in one Notification (please refer to page 3 of the attached document Delhi Gazette Notification by Office of the Registrar Cooperative Societies dt 25th June, 2020), exempted all cooperative societies, which could not convene the prescribed meetings of the committee during 1st March, 2020 - 15th June, 2020, from the requirement of holding a meeting at least once in every month in case of primary co-operative societies and once in three months in case of federal co-operative societies and financing bank as per the Delhi Co-operative Societies Rules, 2007. In another Notification (please refer to page 2 of the attached document Delhi Gazette Notification by Office of the Registrar Cooperative Societies dt 25th June, 2020), the Registrar had extended the time limit of conducting the General Body meeting of members by Co-operative Societies in Delhi, required to be held within 180 days from the date fixed for making up accounts for the year, up to 31st December, 2020. However, subsequently, in a corrigendum Notification dated 9th July, 2020, the Registrar has directed cooperative societies to conduct their General Body meetings between 20th November, 2020 and 31st December, 2020. The Registrar has also permitted cooperative societies to convene meetings and pass resolutions either by video conference or by circulation or through email during the period from 16th June, 2020 to 15th November, 2020, provided that a notice of such meeting is given to each member through email: i. at least 5 days prior to the date of the meeting and ii. in case of emergent meetings, at least 24 hours prior to the time of the meeting and each member must also be notified through telephonic call. The draft of the Minutes of the meeting, convened in such virtual manner, has to be circulated to all members through e-mail and in case of any dissent note from any member the same must be incorporated in the minutes and a print out of the same must be pasted in the book maintained for the purpose. A copy of the final minutes after incorporating the dissent note must be forwarded to each member. Please refer to the attached documents for further details. Source: Office of the Registrar of Co-operative Societies, Delhi | Mandatory | All | 31-12-2020 |
| Delhi | Annual Audit Of Accounts Of Co-Operative Societies In Delhi Can Be Conducted By 31St October, 2020 On Account Of Covid-19 Pandemic | 25-06-2020 | The Lieutenant Governor of National Capital Territory of India has modified the conduct of audit of co-operative society for the financial year 2019-2020 in light of the guidelines and restrictions enforced on account of COVID-19 pandemic. Under the Delhi Co-operative Societies Act, 2003 (Act) and the Delhi Co-operative Societies Rules, 2007 (Rules), the accounts of the co-operative society must be audited annually and the audit report must be presented for consideration in annual general body meeting of the co-operative society. The annual audit must be conducted one hundred twenty days from the prescribed date for making up its account for the year i.e. 120 days from 30th April of each year. In a Notification issued on 25th June, 2020, the annual audit of co-operative societies under the Act and Rules must now be conducted by 31st October, 2020 instead of 29th August, 2020. This extension will apply irrespective of the timelines prescribed for various steps and compliances. | Mandatory | Northern Arc | 31-10-2020 |
| Chandigarh | Chandigarh Administration Fixes Maximum Rate Of Rt-Pcr For Covid-19 Testing In Private Laboratories At ¹ 2,200/- | 24-06-2020 | The Chandigarh Administration has has fixed the maximum rate RT-PCR test of COVID-19 in private laboratories at ¹ 2000/- (inclusive of GST/all taxes). This cost will include pick up, packing and transportation of samples. In addition to that private laboratories will report to the authority subject to the following conditions - 1. Private laboratories will have to follow all testing protocols laid down by the ICMR and Government of India from time to time; 2. The results of COVID-19 tests will have to be shared with Chandigarh Administration and ICMR on real time basis through ICMR portal; 3. At the time of sampling, the identification, address and verified mobile number of the person, who is being tested, must be noted for record, as per sample referral form (SRF). The data should be uploaded on the RT-PCR app at the time of taking the sample. The test report should be communicated to the patient immediately after the testing is complete; 4. A positive test report should be immediately communicated to the Health Department, UT Chandigarh through e-mail; 5. Information of the patient will be confidential and all private COVID-19 testing laboratories will have to preserve RT-PCR machine data and graphs for future verification by Chandigarh Administration; 6. The laboratories should display the rates in a visible manner; These rates will be enforced strictly and will come into force with immediate effect. | Mandatory | Human health and social work activities | No end date specified |
| Central | Sebi Further Extends Timeline For Submission Of Financial Results For The Quarter/Half Year/Financial Year Ending 31St March, 2020 Till 31St July, 2020 | 24-06-2020 | In light of the prevailing COVID-19 pandemic, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has, in a Circular dated 24th June, 2020, further extended the timeline for submission of financial results under Regulation 33 of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 [SEBI (LODR) Regulations], dealing with financial results, till 31st July, 2020. SEBI has also extended the timeline for submission of half yearly and/or annual financial results for the period ending 31st March, 2020 for entities that have listed Non Convertible Debt Securities, Non-Convertible Redeemable Preferences Shares, Commercial Papers, Municipal Debt Securities till 31st July, 2020. The current Circular is effective 24th June, 2020. Background: SEBI had, in circular [No. SEBI/HO/CFD/CMD1/CIR/P/2020/38] dated 19th March, 2020 and circular [No. SEBI/HO/DDHS/ON/P/2020/41] dated 23rd March, 2020, extended the timeline for submission of financial results under the SEBI (LODR) Regulations till 30th June, 2020. SEBI had received representations from listed entities, Chartered Accountant firms, and industry bodies / associations seeking further extension of time for preparation, finalization and submission of financial results for listed entities for the quarter / half year / financial year ending 31st March, 2020. Hence, the present circular has been issued. Please refer to the appended documents for further details. Source: Securities and Exchange Board of India | Mandatory | All | 31-07-2020 |
| Tamil Nadu | Tamil Nadu Makes It Mandatory To Obtain E-Passes For Inter-District Travels, Even Within A Particular Zone | 24-06-2020 | In a Notification dated 24th June, 2020, the Revenue and Disaster Management (DM-II) Department, Government of Tamil Nadu ("State Government"), has notified that e-passes will be mandatory for all inter-district travel, including within the zones. Further, public transport will run only within the districts from 25th June, 2020 to 30th June, 2020. Background: The State Government had, in an earlier Notification dated 31st May, 2020, had divided the entire State of Tamil Nadu into 8 zones and stated that all inter-district movement within those respective zones and intra-district movement within Greater Chennai Police jurisdiction, would be permitted without an e-pass. Thus, the State Government has made it mandatory to obtain e-passes for inter-District travel, even if those districts are within one zone. | Mandatory | Transportation & Storage | 30-06-2020 |
| Central | For Taxpayers Having Aggregate Annual Turnover Up To Rs. 5 Crore In The Preceding Financial Year Late Fees Has Been Waived Off And Lower Rate Of Interest Shall Be Applicable For Delay In Filing Of Form Gstr-3B For The Months Of February, March, April, May, June And July, 2020 | 24-06-2020 | 1. CBIC has waived the late fees payable for registered taxpayers having aggregate turnover of up to Rs 5 crore during the preceding financial year for the months of February, 2020 to July, 2020 if the return in GSTR-3B is filed within the due dates specified against each months pertaining to their respective principal place of business in different States . 2. For taxpayers having an aggregate turnover of up to INR 5 crore rupees in the previous financial year, whose principal place of business is in the States of Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Goa, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, the Union territories of Daman and Diu and Dadra and Nagar Haveli, Puducherry, Andaman and Nicobar Islands or Lakshadweep, the rate of interest to be paid in case of failure to pay tax has prescribed on monthly basis from February , 2020 till July, 2020 For taxpayers having an aggregate turnover of up to INR 5 crore rupees in the previous financial year, whose principal place of business is in the States of Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Uttarakhand, Haryana, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Sikkim, Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, Tripura, Meghalaya, Assam, West Bengal, Jharkhand or Odisha, the Union territories of Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh, Chandigarh or Delhi, the rate of interest to be paid in case of failure to pay tax has prescribed on monthly basis from February , 2020 till July, 2020 | Mandatory | All | Permanent Change for this period |
| Central | Waiver Of Late Fees In Filing Of Form Gstr-3B For The Period July, 2017-January, 2020 For Taxpayers Who Failed To File Their Nil Return Or If The Late Fees Payable Is In Excess Of Two Hundred And Fifty Rupees And Return Not Filed | 24-06-2020 | 1. CBIC has waived the total amount of late fee payable for a tax period, which is in excess of an amount of two hundred and fifty rupees for the registered person who failed to furnish the return in FORM GSTR-3B for the months of July, 2017 to January, 2020, by the due date but furnishes the said return between the period from 01st day of July, 2020 to 30th day of September, 2020. 2. CBIC has also waived the total amount of late fee payable for a tax period for the registered person who's return is nil and who has failed to furnish the return in FORM GSTR-3B for the months of July, 2017 to January, 2020, by the due date but furnishes the said return between the period from 01st day of July, 2020 to 30th day of September, 2020. | Mandatory | All | Permanent Change for this period |
| Central | Extension Of Due Date For Filing Of Gstr-3B For The Month Of August, 2020 Basis Of Class Of Registered Persons Having Annual Turnover Up To Rs. 5 Crore In The Preceding Financial Year And On The Basis Of Principal Place Of Business | 24-06-2020 | CBIC has extended the due date for furnishing of return in Form GSTR-3B for the month of August, 2020 for the class of registered persons as mentioned in the table below: 1) For taxpayers having an aggregate turnover of up to INR 5 crore rupees in the previous financial year, whose principal place of business is in the States of Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Goa, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, the Union territories of Daman and Diu and Dadra and Nagar Haveli, Puducherry, Andaman and Nicobar Islands or Lakshadweep - the due date has been extended till 1st day of October, 2020 instead of 22nd September, 2020 . 2) For taxpayers having an aggregate turnover of up to rupees five crore rupees in the previous financial year, whose principal place of business is in the States of Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Uttarakhand, Haryana, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Sikkim, Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, Tripura, Meghalaya, Assam, West Bengal, Jharkhand or Odisha, the Union territories of Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh, Chandigarh or Delhi - the due date has been extended till 3rd day of October, 2020 instead of 24th September, 2020 . | Mandatory | All | Permanent Change for this period |
| Central | Waiver Of The Amount Of Late Fees Payable For Delay In Filing Of Form Gstr-1 For The Tax Periods March, 2020 To June, 2020 | 24-06-2020 | CBIC has waived the amount of late fees payable for the registered persons who fail to furnish the details of outward supplies in FORM GSTR-1 by the due date for their months/Quarter but has furnished the return on or before the dates mentioned below: Sl No. Tax period Dates 1 For the month of March, 2020 10th day of July, 2020 2 For the month of April, 2020 24th day of July, 2020 3 For the month of May, 2020 28th day of July, 2020 4 For the month of June, 2020 5th day of August, 2020 5 For quarter January- March, 2020 17th day of July, 2020 6 For quarter April- June, 2020 3rd day of August, 2020 | Mandatory | All | Permanent Change for this period |
| Central | Cbdt Extends The Last Date For Completion Of Various Compliances Under Income Tax Act, 1961 | 24-06-2020 | Ministry of Finance has issued Notification No. 35/2020 dated 24th June, 2020 to extend the various due dates, which were extended, till June 30, 2020, by the Taxation and Other Laws (Relaxation of Certain Provisions) Ordinance, 2020. Key points of the Notification are: 1. The time limit for filing of any appeal, reply or application or furnishing of any report, document, return, statement or such other record under specified Act ( as mentioned in the trail mail) which is due during the period within 20th March, 2020 to 31st December, 2020 has been extended to the 31st March, 2021. 2. In cases where the specified Act is Income Tax Act, 1961 the following extension of dates has been specified: (a) For furnishing of income tax return for the Assessment Year 2019-20 the end date has been extended till 31st day of July, 2020. (b) For furnishing of income tax return for the Assessment Year 2020-21 the end date has been extended till 30th day of November, 2020. (c) For furnishing of report of audit for the Assessment Year 2020-21 the end date has been extended till 31st day of October, 2020. (d) For furnishing of TDS and TCS returns in Forms 24Q and 26 Q for quarter ending March, 2020 of Financial Year 2019-20 the end date shall be extended to the 31st day of July, 2020. (e) For furnishing of Form 26QB/QC/QD,TDS u/s 194 IA/IB/M for February and March 2020, the end date shall be extended to the 31st day of July, 2020. (f) Form 16 for FY 19-20 and Form 16A for FY 19-20 for the Quarter 4 , the end date has been extended to 15th day of August, 2020. (g) For Section 54 or 54GB referred to in item (I) of sub-clause (i) of clause (c) of sub-section (1) of section 3 of the Ordinance or sub-clause (ii) of the said clause, the end date in respect of the time limit for the completion or compliance and the end date for making the said completion or compliance, shall be the 29th day of September, 2020 and the 30th day of September, 2020 respectively; (h) any provisions of Chapter VI-A under the heading B.- Deductions in respect of certain payments thereof, referred to in item (I) of sub-clause (i) of sub-section (1) of section 3 of the Ordinance, the end date in respect of the time limit for the completion or compliance and the end date for making the said completion or compliance, shall be the 30th day of July, 2020 and the 31st day of July, 2020 respectively; 3. The end date of payment to be made under Direct Tax Vivad se Vishwas, 2020 has been extended till 31st December, 2020. This Notification shall come into effect from 30th day of June, 2020. | Mandatory | All | Permanent Change for this period |
| Central | Sebi Extends Temporary Relaxations In Processing Of Documents Pertaining To Fpis Owing To Covid-19 Till 31St August, 2020 | 23-06-2020 | SEBI in a circular dated 23rd June, 2020 has further extended relaxation to Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPI), who apply for registration, continuance, KYC, etc. from providing the certified documents (including KYC) required under the provisions of the SEBI (FPI) Regulations, 2019. The relaxations have been extended from 30th June, 2020 to 31st August, 2020, post which the FPIs have to provide certified copies of such documents within 30 days. In case the required documents are not received after 30 days post 31st August, 2020, the accounts of such FPIs will be blocked for any fresh purchase. | Mandatory | FPI | 31-08-2020 |
| Central | Guidelines For All Insurers To Issue Short-Term Health Insurance Policies Providing Coverage For Covid-19 Disease | 23-06-2020 | The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) has through a Circular dated 23rd June, 2020 issued Guidelines on introduction of short term health insurance policies providing coverage for COVID-19 disease. The Guidelines have been implemented to make insurance protection available to various sections of people in the prevailing COVID-19 pandemic. Accordingly, all insurers (Life, General and Health Insurers) are allowed to offer COVID 19 specific short term health insurance policies subject to the following conditions - i) Short term health insurance policies are permitted to be devised offering health insurance cover specific to only COVID-19. ii) Short term policies are permitted to be offered both as individual or group products. iii) Short term policies may be issued for a minimum term of three months to a maximum term of eleven months. In between three months and eleven months, the policy term shall be in multiples of completed months. iv) A policy term less than three months is not permitted. v) Where the term of policy is fixed as 12 months, the same is not considered as short term health policy. vi) Optional covers that enhance the health insurance coverage are permitted to be offered for the same policy duration. vii) No separate add-ons are permitted. viii) Insurers are advised to devise inclusive short term health insurance products. Where waiting periods are part of the product, such waiting period shall not exceed fifteen days. ix) In light of the provisions of Regulation 3 (b) of IRDAI (Health Insurance) Regulations, 2016 life insurers are permitted to offer only benefit based short term health insurance policies. x) General and Health Insurers are permitted to offer both indemnity based and benefit based short term health insurance policies. xi) Lifelong renewability, migration and portability stipulated under Regulation 13 and 17 of IRDAI (Health Insurance) Regulations, 2016 respectively are not applicable to the short term health policies offered by general and health insurers. xii) Insurers shall ensure that short term health insurance products comply with the norms on pricing stipulated in IRDAI (Health Insurance) Regulations, 2016 and Guidelines on Product Filing in Health Insurance Business (Ref: IRDA/HLT/REG/CIR/150/07/2016) dated 29th July, 2016. xiii) Short term health insurance products shall be filed as per Chapter III (File and Use Procedure) of Guidelines on Product Filing in Health Insurance Business (Ref: IRDA/HLT/REG/CIR/150/07/2016) dated 29th July, 2016 and shall be launched only after prior approval of the Authority. These guidelines will remain valid for issue of short term policies till 31st March, 2021 | Advisory | Insurance | 31-03-2021 |
| Goa | Restrictions Imposed On Movement Of Individuals For Non-Essential Activities And All Shops And Establishments Between 9.00 P.M. To 5.00 A.M. In North Goa District; Additional Ban/Restrictions On Other Specific Activities | 23-06-2020 | The District Magistrate, North Goa District, has imposed restriction/ban on movement of all individuals for all non-essential activities and all shops and establishments (except essential shops, establishments) between 9.00 p.m. to 5.00 a.m. in North Goa District. Similarly, restrictions have been imposed on the following: 1. Hotels, except those permitted by the Department of Tourism, 2. Gymnasium, 3. Auditoriums, 4. Community halls, assembly halls and similar places, 5. Bars, 6. Schools, colleges, educational, training, coaching institutions, 7. Cinema halls, theatres, 8. Swimming pools, 9. Social, political, entertainment, academic, cultural, religious functions and other large congregations, 10. Casinos, 11. River cruises, 12. Multiplexes, 13. Consumption of liquor in public places, 14. Entertainment parks, 15. Spa, massage parlours, and 16. Sale and consumption of pan, gutkha and tobacco in public places. | Mandatory | Arts, entertainment and recreation | Hotels, Cinema, Salons | All |
| Chandigarh | Chandigarh Government Issues Order To Regulate The Movement Of Persons Coming To Chandigarh From Outside The Tri-City And Staying In The City For More Than Three Days | 23-06-2020 | In an Order dated 23rd June, 2020 the Chandigarh Government has directed the following to regulate the movement of persons who are coming to the Union Territory of Chandigarh from outside the Tri-city and staying in the city for more than three days. 1. The visitors who are coming to Chandigarh from areas outside Tri-city and staying there for more than three days must mandatorily register themselves on Chandigarh Administration website: http://admser.chd.nic.in/visitregis/; 2. visitors to mandatorily download Arogya Setu App and regularly update their health status on the same; 3. There will be random screening/checking at entry points/check posts as well as railway stations and bus stands; 4. Incase of visitors who are visiting Chandigarh and staying as house guests or with friends/relatives etc., it is mandatory for the person hosting the visitors to register their details on portal (http://admser.chd.nic.in/visitregis/) immediately, on the same day of their arrival, if the visitors have not already done so; 5. Management of hotels/guest houses / corporate guest houses / govt. rest houses/ dharamshalas etc. must register the details of visitors from outside Chandigarh staying with them on the portal mentioned above immediately as soon as they check-in, if the visitors have not already done so. They should not be allowed accommodation unless they have downloaded Aarogya Setu Application; Further, the quarantine norms for both symptomatic and asymptomatic persons have been prescribed in the Order. Exceptions: 1. All persons visiting Chandigarh for a period of less than 72 hours for business/business related activities, will not be subject to quarantine, upon production of return journey plan. 2. Regular monitoring of the quarantined persons will be done by the District Administration, through specially constituted teams. Please note: 1. Any person violating these guidelines/ protocols will be liable for action as per order bearing No.. F-2071/F-II(GMSH)/2020/7905, dated 5.6.2020 and as per the relevant provisions of the Disaster Management Act, 2005 which includes fine and imprisonment; 2. This order will supersede all previous order issued in this regard by Chandigarh Administration. However the SOP/guidelines issued vide order No. F-2071/FII(GMSH)/2020/6183, dated 13/05/2020 for quarantine of foreign returnees amended by Order bearing No.F-2071/FII(GMSH)/2020/6839, dated 27.05.2020 would remain applicable. | Mandatory | Transportation and storage | Public Transport | No end date specified |
| Punjab | Government Of Punjab Issues Guidelines For Normal Opening Of Restaurants, Hotels And Other Hospitality Services | 23-06-2020 | The Government of Punjab (Government) has issued guidelines for normal opening of restaurants, hotels and other hospitality services. Background Earlier, the Government had issued guidelines for phased reopening of places of worship, hotels, restaurants, other hospitality services and shopping malls. In these guidelines, the State government had relaxed the conditions for opening of all types of hospitality services. Key Highlights 1. The Government has now allowed restaurants with 'dine-in' facility to operate till 8 pm with 50% occupancy or 50 guests, whichever is less. The management is required to comply with the Standard Operating Procedures under which restaurants in hotels are allowed to serve food including buffet meals up to 50% of their seating capacity or 50 guests, whichever is less. 2. The restaurants will also be open to persons other than hotel guests but the timings for both the hotel guests as well as persons from outside would be till 8 pm. However, the bars in the hotels will remain closed but liquor could be served in the rooms and restaurants, as permitted under the excise policy of the State. 3. Marriages other social functions and 'Open-Air' parties in banquet halls, marriage palaces, hotels and open venues could be organised with up to 50 persons. The number of guests exclusive of catering staff should not exceed 50 persons. The size of banquet hall and venue for 50 persons should be at least be 5,000 sq. feet based on requirement of 10' x10' area for a person for the purpose of maintenance of adequate social distancing. 4. The bars would continue to remain closed in banquet halls/ marriage palaces. However, liquor can be served in the function as per the excise policy of the State. The Standard Operating Procedures for hotels and other hospitality services would be strictly followed. 5. The management of hotels and other hospitality services are required to comply with the Standard Operating Procedures of Union Health Ministry. District authorities have also been directed to ensure compliance of guidelines and other Standard Operating Procedures depending upon the local situation. The district authorities could also impose additional restrictions as deemed necessary. For a detailed read, please refer to the document appended. | Mandatory | Accommodation and food service activities | No end date specified |
| Goa | Goa Pcb Informs That Cto/Cte Applications Will Be Processed With Internal Reports (Without Carrying Out Inspections) In Light Of The Covid-19 Pandemic | 23-06-2020 | In a Circular dated 23rd June, 2020, the Goa State Pollution Control Board (GSPCB) has informed that for all the units, irrespective of the categories, the consent applications will processed with internal reports (without carrying out inspections) wherever applicable and consents will be granted with certain conditions (as the case may be) in the following manner: 1. Units that have applied for fresh Consent to Operate: For units that have applied for fresh Consent to Operate, the consent may be granted for a period of 6 months with a condition to inform the Board on resumption of the operation and / or apply for renewal on expiry of the Consent validity/consider site inspection on resumption of normal situation. 2. Units that have applied for Renewal of the Consent to Operate and have no complaints/ Court matter/ non-compliance history: i. The consent for full eligible validity with a condition to inform the Board on resumption of the operation and on issue of the Consent the file is to be forwarded for carrying out performance study of the STP and / or emission monitoring and/ or noise level monitoring wherever applicable. ii. In case the unit is having complaints/ Court matter/ non-compliance history, etc., then the Consent will be granted for 6 months validity with a condition to Inform the Board on resumption of the operation and / or apply for renewal on expiry of the Consent validity. 3. Applications for fresh CTO from green category industries: i. Applications received for fresh Consent to Operate from the unit of small green category industries like guest house having rooms upto 10 nos. may be granted Consent for full validity. ii. The application received for obtaining authorization under the various rules may be processed and granted with full validity. 4. For Consent to Establish applications for temporary structures: In case of Consent to Establish applications for temporary structures like shacks and cottages, restaurants and guest houses having rooms upto 10 nos. and where the units are in Industrial Estate, the applications will be processed with internal reports and the Consent may be granted. 5. For all other CTE applications the site will be inspected. 6. The complaints received under various matters are to be inspected provided that it falls under the purview of the Board, with intimation to the complainant to remain present and accompany the inspection team for the said inspection. In view of the vague and incomplete complaints or complaint not related the Board, the same may be forwarded to the concerned departments / authorities, etc. with an intimation to the complainant. Background: In light of the situation caused due to the pandemic COVID-19, most of the industries/ units in the State are temporarily not in operation. Some of these have applied for consents to establish/operate. However, the applications are on hold as the inspection could not be conducted . As a result of this, the applications are getting piled up resulting in backlogs. Further, the on-site inspection of the operational industries are not recommended in view of the current situation caused due to the pandemic COVID-19. Therefore the present Order has been issued. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Puducherry | Puducherry Notifies Additional Measures To Be Implemented In Karaikal District In View Of Increasing Covid-19 Cases | 23-06-2020 | The District Collector cum District Magistrate, Karaikal, Puducherry, in an Order dated 23rd June, 2020 has notified additional measures to be implemented in Karaikal district during the extended lockdown period. Due to relaxation of lockdown there has been a sudden increase in COVID-19 cases. Therefore, after elaborate discussion with Health, Police, Revenue and Disaster Management Authorities, the following measures have been implemented in Karaikal District with effect from 23rd June, 2020 - 1. All passengers arriving from hotspot districts like Chennai, Mumbai, Pune, Delhi etc. will be tested and sent to district hospital for treatment if they are found COVID-19 positive. The persons will have to undergo either paid institutional quarantine or community quarantine till the time their test results are received. 2. People who test negative will have to undergo home quarantine for 14 days. If they don't have facilities for home quarantine then they will have to undergo paid institutional quarantine or community quarantine. 3. Passengers who are already tested negative at their place of origin/travel are exempted from institutional quarantine. They can claim exemption by uploading the negative test result while applying for e-pass and they should also carry a copy of the report with them and produce it at the border point of entry at Karaikal District. However, such persons to undergo home quarantine for 14 days. 4. People violating home quarantine norms will be shifted to paid institutional quarantine. In addition to that, they will be booked by the Police for violating norms. 5. All persons entering/leaving the District, including residents will have to carry e-pass issued by the Karaikal District Administration. They will have to register their details online at epass.py.gov.in to obtain e-pass. No person will be allowed to enter/leave Karaikal District without an e-pass. 6. Any person violating the above mentioned instructions will be liable for prosecution as per the provisions of Disaster Management Act, 2005, Epidemic Diseases Act, 1897 and Indian Penal Code, 1860 and other applicable legal provisions. For further details, please refer to appended Order | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Assam | Assam Government Mandates Wearing Of Mask And Maintaining Social Distancing; Violators To Be Punished Under Ipc And Disaster Management Act | 23-06-2020 | In an Order dated 23rd June, 2020, the Assam Government has directed the Commissioner of Police and all Deputy Commissioners to strictly enforce social distancing and wearing of face masks in public places in order to contain the spread of the pandemic COVID-19. Violators will be penalised under the relevant provisions of the Disaster Management Act, 2005 and the Indian Penal Code, 1860. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Assam | Assam Imposes Total Lockdown In Specified Areas Of The Kamrup Metropolitan District From 9 P.M. Of 23Rd June, 2020 | 23-06-2020 | The Assam State Disaster Management Authority, Government of Assam, in an Order dated 23rd June, 2020, had enforced a total lockdown in the following areas of the Kamrup Metropolitan District from 9 p.m. of 23rd June, 2020: 1. Ward No. 2 of Guwahati Municipal Corporation- Ferry Ghat Colony No. 3, 4, 5 and 6; New Railway Colony, Institute Colony, Triangular Colony; LOCO Colony; B.B.C. Colony; Part of Sadilapur; Garpandu, Jaymati Nagar. 2. Ward No. 3- Rest Camp Colony; Water Works Railway Colony; Temple Ghat Colony; Maligaon Baripara area; Garpandu area; Adabari; Adabari Railway Colony, Green Park Colony; Anandanagar; Maligaon area. 3. Ward No. 4- Kamakhya Temple; Kamakhya Colony Area; Pandu Nath Basti and Kalipur area and rest of Maligaon area. 4. Ward No. 5- Maligaon Railway Colony (East and West); Gotanagar Railway Colony (West, Central and East), Gosala Railway Colony, Durgasarobar and Santipur, Bhutnath. 5. Ward No. 6- Dhirenpara; Ganeshpara; Manpara; Datalpara; Kotahbari; Gorchuk and Jyotikuchi (Part). 6. Ward No. 7- Gotanagar (Part), Gotanagar NC, Maligaon NC, Fatasil NC, Durgasarobar, Fatasil, Dhirenpara Hill Side. 7. Ward No. 8- Kumarpara, Machkhowa, Athgaon (Part), Bharalumukh. 8. Ward No. 9- Chatribari, Krishna Nagar, Tokobari, Fancybazar, Athgaon (Part). 9. Ward No. 10 (Part)- Panbazar, Fancybazar (Part), Solapara. 10. Ward No. 15- Bishnupur, Natunbasti, Bimalanagar, Mahendra Nagar, Sankarpur, Fatasil (Part). 11. Ward No. 16- Bhaskar Nagar, Barsapara, Dhirenpara (Part), Anandanag, Rongpathar. Key Highlights: A. Prohibited Activities: 1. Movement of individuals will be strictly prohibited in the specified areas. 2. Private offices. Government offices and offices of autonomous / subordinate offices shall remain closed. 3. All business/commercial establishments, shops and trade activities shall remain closed. 4. All industrial establishments shall remain closed. 5. All public transport services shall remain suspended. 6. Movement of private vehicles is banned. 7. All hospitality services shall remain suspended. 8. Educational establishments to remain closed. 9. Social/ political/ sports/ entertainment/ academic / cultural / religious functions, gatherings shall be barred. 10. More than 20 people to be not allowed in funerals. 11. Spitting in public places is banned and will be punishable with fine. 12. Consumption and sale of liquor, paan, gutka, tobacco, etc., in public places are prohibited. B. Exceptions: 1. Hospitals and other related medical establishments including their manufacturing and distribution units both in public and private sector such as dispensaries, chemists and medical equipment shops, laboratories, clinics, nursing homes, ambulances, etc., will continue to remain functional. the transportation of medical personnel, nurses, paramedical staff, other hospital support services is permitted. 2. Shops dealing with groceries, fruits and vegetables, dairy and milk booths, animal fodder, will remain open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 3. Banks, Insurance and ATMs shall operate. 4. Print and electronic media including newspaper distribution, is allowed. 5. Telecommunications, internet services, broadcasting and cable services, IT and ITeS to continue. 6. Delivery of essential goods including, food, pharmaceuticals, medical equipment through e-commerce is allowed. 7. Power generation, transmission and distribution units and services shall continue. 8. Cold storage and warehousing services shall continue. 9. Manufacturing units of essential commodities is allowed. 10. Production units which require continuous process are allowed after obtaining required permission from District Collector. 11. Transportation of essential goods, vehicles of Health, Fire, Law and Order and Emergency Services, are allowed. 12. Hotels which are accomodating quarantined persons, medical and emergency staff, air crew, shall operate with skeleton service. 13. Establishments used/earmarked for quarantine facilities shall operate. 14. Persons associated with supply of milk, baby food, medicines and water supply are allowed. All other activities other than the ones mentioned in the Order remain prohibited in the entire area until further orders. Furthermore, the following needs to be ensured: 1. Provision for thermal scanning, hand wash and sanitizer to be made at all entry and exit points and common areas. 2. Wearing of face cover is compulsory in public places, in workplaces and during transport, etc. 3. Persons above 65 years of age, persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women and children below 10 years, are advised to stay at home, except for essential and health purposes. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Puducherry | Stricter Lockdown Measures To Curb The Fast Spread Of Covid-19 Virus Caused Owing To The Relaxation Of Lockdown In Puducherry | 22-06-2020 | The Department of Revenue and Disaster Management, Puducherry on 22nd June, 2020, has issued stricter measures in the Union Territory to curb the fast spread of the covid-19 virus caused by the relaxations of lockdown. The following measures will be effective from 23rd June, 2020 - 1. All shops, establishments (including liquor shops, petrol pumps) will function from 6.00 am to 2.00 pm only. 2. Milk Booths to operate upto 6.00 pm. 3. The medical shops / pharmacy are permitted to be open without any restriction. 4. Dining in Restaurants are permitted upto 2.00 pm. Restaurants are permitted to operate upto 8.00 pm for take away only. 5. The beach road in Pondicherry is closed for 10 days with effect from 23-06-2020 The above restrictions are not applicable to Industrial/Agricultural / Fishing activities, Government Offices and Hospitals. Violation of the above instructions will be punishable under the provisions of Disaster Management Act, 2005 and Epidemic Act, 1897. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Puducherry | Stricter Lockdown Measures To Curb The Fast Spread Of Covid-19 Virus Caused Owing To The Relaxation Of Lockdown In Karaikal District Of Puducherry | 22-06-2020 | The District Magistrate, Karaikal, Government of Puducherry on 22nd June, 2020 has issued stricter measures in the District to curb the fast spread of the covid-19 virus caused by the relaxations of lockdown. The following measures will be effective from 23rd June, 2020 - 1. All shops, establishments (including liquor shops, petrol pumps) will function from 6.00 am to 2.00 pm only. 2. Milk Booths to operate from 6.00am to 6.00 pm. 3. The medical shops / pharmacy are permitted to be open without any restriction. 4. Dining in Restaurants are permitted upto 2.00 pm. Restaurants are permitted to operate upto 8.00 pm for take away only. 5. The beach in Karaikal is closed for 10 days with effect from 23-06-2020 6. Persons above 65 years of age, persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women and children below the age of 10 years are advised to stay at home, except for meeting essential requirements and for health purposes. The above restrictions are not applicable to Industrial/Agricultural / Fishing activities, Government Offices and Hospitals. Violation of the above instructions will be punishable under Sections 51 to 60 of Disaster Management Act, 2005, Epidemic Act, 1897 and Section 188 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Mca Further Extends Validity Of Approved Names For Incorporation Of New Companies Or Llps And Change Of Existing Names; Also Relaxes Period Of Resubmission Of Forms | 22-06-2020 | The Ministry of Corporate Affairs has rolled out a document stating period/days of extension for names reserved and resubmission of Forms. The present document further relaxes the earlier extended timelines. The following extensions have been granted: 1. Names reserved for 20 days for new company incorporation. SPICe+ Part B needs to be filed within 20 days of name reservation: - Names expiring any day between 15th March 2020 to 30th June 2020 would be extended by 20 days beyond 30th June 2020. 2. Names reserved for 60 days for change of name of company. INC-24 needs to be filed within 60 days of name reservation:- Names expiring any day between 15th March 2020 to 30th June 2020 would be extended by 60 days beyond 30th June 2020. 3. Extension of RSUB validity for companies: SRNs where last date of Resubmission (RSUB) falls between 15th March 2020 to 30th June 2020, additional 15 days beyond 30th June 2020 would be allowed. However, for SRNs already marked under NTBR, extension would be provided on case to case basis. [Note: Note: Forms will not get marked to (Not to be taken on Record)NTBR due to non-re-submission during this extended period as detailed above. It also includes IEPF Non-STP e-Forms (IEPF3, IEPF-5 and IEPF-7)] 4. Names reserved for 90 days for new LLP incorporation/change of name. FiLLiP/Form 5 needs to be filed within 90 days of name reservation: Names expiring any day between 15th March 2020 to 30th June 2020 would be extended by 20 days beyond 30th June 2020. 5. RSUB validity extension for LLPs - SRNs where last date of resubmission (RSUB) falls between 15th March 2020 to 30th June 2020, additional 15 days would be allowed from 30th June 2020 for resubmission. However, for SRNs already marked under NTBR, extension would be provided on case to case basis. [Note: Forms will not get marked to (Not to be taken on Record)NTBR due to non-re-submission during this extended period as detailed above.] 6. Extension for marking IEPF-5 SRNs to Pending for Rejection u/r 7(3) and Pending for Rejection u/r 7(7) : SRNs where last date of filing e-Verification Report (for both Normal as well as Resubmission filing) falls between 15th March 2020 to 30th June 2020, would be allowed to file the form till 30th September 2020. However, for SRNs already marked under Pending for Rejection u/r 7(3) and Pending for Rejection u/r 7(7), extension would be provided on case to case basis. [Note: Status of IEPF-5 SRN will not change to Pending for Rejection u/r 7(3) and Pending for rejection u/r 7(7) till 30th September 2020.] For a detailed read of the Notification, please refer to the appended document. | Mandatory | All | Different timeline for separate actions |
| Tamil Nadu | To Control Spread Of Covid-19, Tamil Nadu Extends Lockdown In Specified Areas Of Madurai Corporation And Its Adjoining Areas Till 30.06.2020. | 22-06-2020 | The Revenue and Disaster Management Department, Tamil Nadu (Department) has, in an Order dated 22nd June, 2020, declared complete lockdown for 7 days from early morning 00 hrs on 24th June, 2020 till midnight 12.00 hrs on 30th June, 2020 in the following areas in the State: i. Madurai Corporation ii. Paravai Town Panchayat iii. All village Panchayats of Madurai East, Madurai West and Thiruparankundram blocks of Madurai district The Department has permitted only certain essential services to operate during such lockdown. However, the Department has informed that complete lockdown, without any relaxation, will be enforced on the Sunday (28th June, 2020) falling during the lockdown and no activity except the following essential activities will be allowed: i. Milk distribution ii. Hospitals iii. Pharmaceutical shops iv. Hospital vehicles v. Ambulance and hearse vehicle services vi. Private vehicles will be allowed to ply only for medical emergencies The department has further clarified that no activities will be permitted in the containment zones during the lockdown and the restrictions in the containment zones will be intensified. Please refer to the appended document for further details. Source: Revenue and Disaster Management Department, Tamil Nadu | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Maharashtra | Maharashtra Exempts Employers, Failing To Pay Profession Tax And File Returns For Any Period Till June, 2020, From Payment Of Late Fee Subject To Certain Conditions | 22-06-2020 | The Finance Department, Maharashtra has, in a Notification dated 22nd June, 2020, exempted employers, who could not pay the profession tax or upload the returns, for any period upto June, 2020, due to the COVID-19 pandemic , from the whole of the late fee payable in respect of such returns subject to the following conditions: i. such return is filed on or before 31st July, 2020 on the website of Maharashtra Goods and Services Tax Department ii. the profession tax is paid before the filing of the return iii. the interest accrued on such tax is paid before the filing of the return Please refer to the appended document for detail. Source: Finance Department, Maharashtra | Mandatory | All | 31-07-2020 |
| Rajasthan | Rajasthan Government Fixes Maximum Rate Of Rt-Pcr For Covid-19 Testing In Private Laboratories At ¹ 2,200/- And Issues Conditions For The Same | 20-06-2020 | The Rajasthan Government through an Official Gazette dated 20th June, 2020 has fixed the maximum rate RT-PCR test of COVID-19 in private laboratories at ¹ 2,200/- (inclusive of GST/all taxes). In India, there 20 state medical institutions where testing for COVID-19 is done free of cost and 4 private laboratories are approved by NABL (accredited) and ICMR for testing. Earlier by ICMR circular dated 17th March, 2020, the price of testing was fixed at ¹ 4,500/- per investigation. The Rajasthan Government exercising its powers under the Rajasthan Pandemic Ordinance, 2020 in view to provide RT-PCR testing easily available in the state at low prices to the public has revised the new the rate of testing. COVID-19 testing by private laboratories approved by NABL (accredited) and ICMR in the state will have to adhere with the following conditions - 1. Protocol by Government of India and IMCR will be followed for sample collection for RT-PCR test of COVID-19 by private laboratories. 2. COVID-19 samples will not be taken from OPD under any circumstances. 3. After taking samples, the complete information of the concerned person (address, phone number) will have to be uploaded on the RT-PCR app and the details of the information will be confidential. 4. The results of the investigation can also be uploaded on the RT-PCR app and will be shared to ICMR portal on real time basis. 5. The results of the investigation should be reported immediately to the patient. 6. If the patient is found COVID-19 positive then it should be immediately reported to the Chief Medical and Health Officer concerned. 7. All data and graph generated from the RT-PCR machine to be kept by private labs so that they can be verified in the future if required by the state government. 8. The above mentioned rates for testing should be displayed prominently in a comfortable visual space by the management of the testing labs. 9. The management of the private lab should appoint a Nodal Officer and its information to be given to the concerned Collector and Chief Medical and Health Officer. 10. In private labs located in private hospitals, after examining a person for COVID-19, if the person is found COVID-19 positive then that person will be treated at that hospital and will not be referred to a government hospital. 11. The work of testing of COVID-19 in the state will be done only by private labs approved by ICMR for the state of Rajasthan. COVID-19 test will not be conducted in the state by private labs approved by ICMR in other states. These orders will be strictly followed. Violation of these will attract penal action against the concerned under the Rajasthan Epidemic Ordinance, 2020. Please note that the Order is in Vernacular and we have translated it to the best of our understanding. Once an official translation is available, we will update in case there is a requirement. | Mandatory | Private laboratories | No end date specified |
| Rajasthan | Rajasthan Government Fixes Rates For Covid-19 Treatment In Private Hospitals | 20-06-2020 | In wake of COVID-19 pandemic, it has come to the notice of Rajasthan Government that private hospitals which are identified/authorized/permitted to treat COVID-19 patients are referring COVID-19 positive patients to state hospitals after they are found positive. These actions are inhumane in this severe phase of global pandemic. These private medical institutions are charging for tests and for treatment that are not financially viable for all citizens. Therefore on 20th June, 2020 the State of Rajasthan exercising its powers under the Rajasthan Pandemic Ordinance, 2020 has fixed treatment rates of common people (non AB-MGRSBY Beneficiary) for COVID-19 in private hospitals. The rates for different packages with specific inclusions and exclusions are as follows - 1. General Ward per day will be at ¹ 2000/- 2. ICU with ventilator (per bed) will be at ¹ 4000/- per day These packages will include - bed charges, meals, consultation charges, PPE kit and monitoring. Investigations like CBC, urine routine, Serum Creatinine, Chest X-ray, procedures like Ryle tube insertion, urinary tract catheterization, IV cannula. These packages will not include - Investigations like HIV spot, Anti HCV, Hbs Ag, LFT, USG, 2D ECHO, ECG, CT Scan, MRI, PET Scan etc; Medicines; Interventional procedures like but not limited to Central line insertion, chemo port insertion, bronchoscopic procedures biopsies, ascitic/pleural tapping etc; individual rooms/isolations. These orders will be strictly followed. Violation of these will attract penal action against the concerned under the Rajasthan Epidemic Ordinance, 2020. Please note that the Order is in Vernacular and we have translated it to the best of our understanding. Once an official translation is available, we will update in case there is a requirement. | Mandatory | Private Hospitals | No end date specified |
| Central | Amidst Covid-19 Pandemic, Mca Extends Timelines For Compliance Requirements, Relating To Creation Of Deposit Repayment Reserve And Investment Of Debentures, Till 30.09.2020 | 19-06-2020 | In light of the prevailing COVID-19 pandemic, the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has, in General Circular dated 19th June, 2020, further extended the timeline for compliance with the following till 30th September, 2020: i. Requirement of creation of deposit repayment reserve of 20% of deposits maturing during the financial year 2020-21 ii. Requirement to invest or deposit at least 15% of amount of debentures maturing in specified methods of investments or deposits Background: The MCA, in a previous General Circular dated 24th March, 2020, in order to support and to reduce the compliance burden of Companies and Limited Liability Partnerships, had provided time extension for a number of compliances, including the above-mentioned requirements, till 30th June, 2020. The MCA had received requests from different stakeholders seeking extension of timeline for such compliances. Hence the MCA has issued this General Circular. Please refer to the appended documents for details. Source: Ministry of Corporate Affairs | Mandatory | All | 30-09-2020 |
| Central | Sebi Grants Further Extension Of Timelines For Compliance With Different Regulatory Requirements By Trading Members / Clearing Members / Depository Participants; Extends Timeline For Updating Pan Of Key Management Personnel / Directors And Issuing Annual Global Statement To Clients For 3 Months | 19-06-2020 | In view of the prevailing situation due to Covid-19 pandemic and representations received from the Stock Exchanges, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has, in Circular dated 19th June, 2020, further extended the timelines for compliance with different regulatory requirements by Trading Members / Clearing Members / Depository Participants. SEBI has extended the timeline for compliance with most of the regulatory requirements till 31st July, 2020. However, for the following requirements, the time has been extended till 3 months from the due date: i. Updating of Income Tax Permanent Account Number of Key Management Personnel / Directors. ii. Issuance of Annual Global Statement to clients Background: In light of the COVID-19 pandemic and the lockdown imposed by the Government, SEBI had provided relaxations in timelines for compliance with various regulatory requirements by the trading members / clearing members / depository participants. SEBI had received representations from the Stock Exchanges for further extension of such timelines for compliance. Accordingly, SEBI has issued this Circular. Please refer to the appended document for further details. Source: Securities and Exchange Board of India | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Fssai Extends The Validity Of Orders Issued Earlier (To Give Relaxations To The Food Business Operators During The Period Of Lockdown) To 31St July, 2020 | 19-06-2020 | The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has extended the validity of various orders which were issued to give relaxations to the Food Business Operators till 31st July, 2020. Background Previously, in order to facilitate the Food Business Operators and ensure smooth operation of supply chains across the country during the national lockdown due to COVID-19, the Government of India had issued the following orders: (a) Order dated 31st March, 2020 related to processing of the FSSAI license/ Registration applications during the lockdown situation by way of e-inspections. (b) Order/ Direction under Section 16(5) of the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006 dated 31st March, 2020 regarding allowing food business operators to temporarily operate their food business on the basis of application for license or registration made during the period of lockdown. (c) Specific Dispensation orders dated 13th April, 2020 and 17th April, 2020 with respect to compliance to the requirements of Food Safety and Standards Regulations. The Ministry of Home Affairs on 30th May, 2020 had issued orders to extend lockdown in the containment zones till 30th June, 2020. Now, by virtue of the present notification, FSSAI has extended the date of validity of the above-mentioned Orders till 31st July, 2020. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order | Mandatory | Accommodation and food service activities | 31-07-2020 |
| Central | Companies Allowed To Furnishing Gstr-3B And Gstr-1 Through Electronic Verification Code (Evc) Till 30Th September, 2020 | 19-06-2020 | Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has issued Notification No. 48/2020 Central Tax to further amend Rule 26(1) of Central Goods and Services Tax Rules, 2017 relating of method of authentication, in order to allow the registered person who are registered under the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 to furnish the return in Form GSTR-3B for the period from the 21st day of April, 2020 to the 30th day of September, 2020 through electronic verification code (EVC). Also, such registered person shall be allowed to furnish the details of outward supplies in FORM GSTR-1 for period from the 27th day of May, 2020 to the 30th day of September, 2020 verified through electronic verification code (EVC). Prior to this amendment, a registered person who are registered under the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 were allowed to furnish the documents or application, verified through digital signature certificate only. | Mandatory | All | 30-09-2020 |
| Kerala | Sop For Nrks Who Return To Kerala By Air | 19-06-2020 | In an Order dated 19th June, 2020 the Government of Kerala has rolled out the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) which has to be observed by all Non-Resident Keralites (NRK) who return to Kerala through Air India and Chartered flights to avoid delay in arrival and to facilitate proper quarantine returnees. The SOP for international travellers reaching Kerala will be followed as per the following Orders: 1. GO(Rt)No.241/2020/NORKA dated 06.05.2020 2. GO(Rt)No.256/2020/NORKA dated 07.05.2020 For a detailed read of the present SOP, please refer to the attached document | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Amidst Pandemic , Sebi Extends Timeline Of Validity Of Regulatory Measures Introduced In Light Of Abnormally High Market Volatility Till 30Th July, 2020 | 18-06-2020 | The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has, in a Press Release dated 18th June, 2020, informed that following regulatory measures introduced in light of the abnormally high volatility in the stock markets owing to the prevailing COVID-19 pandemic, by the SEBI Press Release dated 20th March, 2020, will continue to be in force till 30th July, 2020. i. The Market Wide Position Limit (MWPL) have been revised to 50% of the existing levels for the purpose of introducing ban period on fresh positions and not for determining the enhanced eligibility criteria for derivatives stocks. ii. The current penalty structure adopted by the stock exchanges / clearing corporations have been enhanced to 10 times of the minimum and 5 times of the maximum penalties specified by the stock exchanges / clearing corporations, to function as an effective deterrent in the current market context. iii. The margin for stocks has been increased for meeting the above-mentioned criteria for MWPL. iv. Margin for Non-F&O Stocks in Cash Market has been increased. v. Position limits in equity index derivatives (futures and options) have been revised. vi. The dynamic price bands can now be flexed only after a cooling-off period of 15 minutes from the time of meeting the existing criteria specified by stock exchanges for flexing. Please refer to the appended documents for further details. Source: Securities and Exchange Board of India | Mandatory | All | 30-07-2020 |
| Central | Fssai Extends Grace Period For Renewal Of Licenses Or Registrations Till 31St July, 2020 | 18-06-2020 | The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has extended the grace period for applying for renewal of licenses or registrations which have expired or are expiring during the period of 22nd March, 2020 to 31st July 2020. Background Previously, in order to facilitate food business during the existing emergency situation in the country due to COVID-19, FSSAI had granted a grace period till 30th June 2020 for food businesses to apply for renewal of licenses or registrations, which were expiring or had expired between 22nd March 2020 to 31st May 2020 (in case of Union Territories of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh, between 1st August 2019 and 31st May 2020). Now, FSSAI has decided to extend the grace period till 31st July 2020 for the Food Business Operators to apply for renewal of their licenses and registration without any late fee. In the interim, FSSAI Licenses/ Registration shall be deemed to be valid. For a detailed read of the Notification, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | Accommodation and food service activities | 31-07-2020 |
| Central | Fssai Issues Directions Under Food Safety And Standards Act, 2006 Providing Relaxation W.R.T Compliance With Provisions Relating To Six Monthly Testing Report Of Food Products During Nation-Wide Lockdown | 18-06-2020 | In an Order dated 18th June, 2020, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued directions under Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006 providing certain relaxation with regard to compliance with provisions relating to six monthly testing report of food products during nation-wide lockdown as stipulated under the Food Safety and Standards (Licensing and Registration of Food Businesses) Regulations, 2011. Considering the difficulties faced by the food business operators in six monthly testing of food products and maintenance of records, FSSAI has decided that food business operators will not be penalized if they have not maintained the records during the lockdown period. However, the said compliance has to be ensured within 2 months after the lockdown is over. | Mandatory | Food businesses | No end date specified |
| Central | Extension Of Timeline Dated 18Th June 2020 For The Compliance Of Food Safety And Standards (Food Product Standards And Food Additives) Fourth Amendment Regulations, 2019 Dated 30Th October 2019 Related To The Standards Of Packaged Drinking Water (Other Than Mineral Water) | 18-06-2020 | The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has, in an order dated 18th June, 2020, extended the timeline under Food Safety and Standards (Food Product Standards and Food Additives) Fourth Amendment Regulations, 2019 dated 30th October, 2019 relating to standards of packaged drinking water (other than mineral water). Under the said Amendment, certain changes had been brought in by the with regard to General parameters concerning substances undesirable in excessive amounts in packaged drinking water: a. the permissible limit for Calcium, had been revised to 20 mg/l to 75 mg/l, instead of 75 mg/l which was the previous permissible limit. b. the permissible limit for Magnesium, had been revised to 10 mg/l to 30 mg/l instead of 30 mg/l which was the previous permissible limit. Now, the timeline for compliance with the revised parameters has been extended till 1st January, 2021. | Mandatory | Food businesses | No end date specified |
| Rajasthan | Government Of Rajasthan Amends Regulations Made Under The Rajasthan Epidemic Diseases Ordinance, 2020; Mandates Display Of Poster At The Entry Point Of The Premises Stating The Importance Of Wearing Face Masks And Maintaining Physical Distancing | 18-06-2020 | The Home Department, Government of Rajasthan (Department) has notified amendments to the Regulations made under the Rajasthan Epidemic Diseases Ordinance, 2020 (Principal Regulations). Background The Department had issued the Principal Regulations on 3rd May 2020. The Principal Regulations were amended by virtue of notification dated 26th May 2020. The Department has now made additions to the Principal Regulations. The key highlights are: a. The Department has made it mandatory for every head of the office or workplace like Government, Private, Educational Institutions, Factories, Shopping malls, banks, showrooms etc. to display a poster (in Hindi or English) at the entry point of the premises stating the importance of wearing face masks and maintaining physical distancing (do gaz ki doori). b. The Department has also made mandatory for the business associations (vyapar mandal) and Mandi Association to display a poster in a prominent place in the market or mandi concerned. The format of the above-mentioned posters (to be displayed) has been provided in the attached Notification. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Notification. | Mandatory | All industries | No end date specified |
| Central | Mca Introduces Scheme For Relaxation Of Time For Filing Forms Related To Creation Or Modification Of Charges Under The Companies Act, 2013; Effective Immediately | 17-06-2020 | In a Circular dated 17th June, 2020 the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has rolled out the Scheme for relaxation of time for filing forms related to creation or modification of charges under the Companies Act, 2013 (Scheme). The scheme has been introduced with the purpose of condoning the delay in filing certain forms related to creation/modification of charges and has become effective immediately. Applicability: The Scheme is applicable in respect of filing Form CHG-1 and Form CHG-9 by a company or charge holder where the date of creation/modification of charge : 1. Is before 1st March, 2020 but the timeline for filing such form had not expired under *Section 77 of the Companies Act (Act) as on 1st March, 2020: A. Relaxation of time- The period beginning from 1st March, 2020 and ending on 30th September, 2020 will not be reckoned for the purpose of counting the number of days under section 77 or **section 78 of the Act. In case, the form is not filed within such period, the first day after 29th February, 2020 will be reckoned as 1st October, 2020 for the purpose of counting the number of days within which the form is required to be filed under section 77 or section 78 of the Act. B. Applicable Fees- If the form is filed on or before 30th September, 2020, the fees payable as on 29th February, 2020 under the Fees Rules for the said form shall be charged. If the form is filed thereafter, the applicable fees will be charged under the Fees Rules after adding the number of days beginning from 1st October, 2020 and, ending on the date of filing plus the time period lapsed from the date of the creation of charge till 29th February, 2020. 2. Falls on any date between 1st March, 2020 to 30th September, 2020 (both dates inclusive): A. Relaxation of time- The period beginning from the date of creation/ modification of charge to 30th September, 2020 will not be reckoned for the purpose of counting of days under section 77 or section 78 of the Act. In case, the form is not filed within such period, the first day after the date of creation / modification of charge shall be reckoned as 1st October, 2020 for the purpose of counting the number of days within which the form is required to be filed under section 77 or section 78 of the Act. B. Applicable Fees- If the form is filed before 30th September, 2020, normal fees shall be payable under the Fees Rules. If the form is filed thereafter, the first day after the date of creation/modification of charge will be reckoned as 1st October, 2020 and the number of days till the date of filing of the form shall be counted accordingly for the purposes of payment of fees under the Fees Rules. The Scheme will not apply in the following cases: 1. The forms i.e.CHG-1 and CHG-9 had already been filed before the date of issue of this Circular. 2. The timeline for filing the form has already expired under section 77 or section 78 of the Act prior to 1st March, 2020. 3. The timeline for filing the form expires at a future date, despite exclusion of the time provided under the applicability of the Scheme. 4. Filing of Form CHG-4 for satisfaction of charges. Background: The companies are required to file forms related to creation or modification of charges within the timelines provided in section 77 of the Act i.e. a total of 120 days of the creation or modification of charge. In case, the company fails to register the charge within the period of thirty days referred to in sub-section ( 1) of section 77 , the charge holder may file the form related to creation or modification of charges under section 78. In light of the pandemic, MCA has received representations requesting that the timelines related to filing of certain charge related forms may be suitably relaxed so as to provide a window of compliance for the registration of charges. Further, under the Companies Fresh Start Scheme, 2020 the benefit of waiver of additional fees was not extended to the charge related documents. Therefore, the present Scheme has been introduced. _______________________________________ * Section 77 of the Companies Act deals with Registration of charges ** Section 78 of the Companies Act deals with Application for Registration of Charge | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Tamil Nadu | Tamil Nadu Amends Order Enforcing Lockdown In Certain Areas Of Tamil Nadu Till 30.06.2020.; Allows Specified Additional Activities To Operate | 17-06-2020 | Further to the Order dated 16th June, 2020, declaring complete lockdown in certain areas in Tamil Nadu, the Revenue and Disaster Management Department, Tamil Nadu (Department) has allowed some more activities to operate as essential services during the lockdown. The Department has informed that: i. Prepaid autos, taxis and private vehicles will be allowed to ferry passengers from railway stations and airports. For this purpose, the e-pass issued to passengers from the TNeGA would be sufficient ii. Headquarters of banks and financial institutions will be permitted to function with minimal staff only. From 20th June, 2020 to 26th June, 2020, bank branches are allowed to operate with minimal staff from 10 am till 2pm for cash transactions relating to distributors and retail dealers of essential items viz. petroleum products and LPG. No direct services to public will be permitted. iii. Workers, already staying within the premises of Industries, are not required to be tested for RTPCR. Managerial and supervisory categories of industries will be issued e-pass by the industries Department for movement in and out of the Greater Chennai Police Commissionerate areas and other areas enforcing lockdown to their industrial units. Such e-passes will be valid for the entire lockdown and must be used properly. iv. Sea ports will be allowed to handle cargo of essential commodities, medical equipment and other medical services with minimal staff. v. Telecommunication, essential IT/ITeS will also be permitted to function with minimal staff. E-passes will be provided only to the workers list provided by the Tele-communication and essential IT/ITeS companies. vi. In light of distribution of LPG cylinders and other petroleum products being allowed during the lockdown, the LPG/petroleum tankers, trucks carrying LPG Cylinders, Lubricants and other petroleum products, will be permitted without hindrance. The LPG delivery persons, attendants in petrol pumps, drivers transporting petroleum and petroleum products and the contract labour working in oil companies will be allowed to travel from their homes to work spots during the lockdown provided they carry identity cards/ authorization letters given by the Oil companies and gas agencies. Such persons must wear face masks and sanitize/wash their hands. vii. Vehicles for milk distribution and drinking water supply will also be permitted. For further details please refer to the appended document. Source: Revenue and Disaster Management Department, Tamil Nadu | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Bihar | State Level And District Level Committee To Create Opportunities To Workers In The State Of Bihar | 17-06-2020 | In view of nationwide lockdown where all industries were closed and workers became unemployed and returned back to Bihar. As gradually industries started working a large number of unemployed workers were still in Bihar, therefore, the Industries Department, Bihar Government in a notification dated 17th June, 2020 has constituted a state level and district level committee for migrant workers of Bihar to provide them with opportunities and livelihood in the state. A District level Counselling Centre is also being established and its core function will be to contact workers that are in quarantine centres who have arrived from other states and will advise them about the employment opportunities available in the state as per their skills. Employment opportunities will be created in the broad areas for skilled and unskilled labourers for Government construction work, MNREGA, agriculture, animal husbandry and fisheries, MSME industries, handloom etc. The Counselling Centre will derive means to generate employment of workers in the state by contacting various industries (inside or outside Bihar). It will also identify competent entrepreneurs and connect them to banks to provide loans so that they can establish their own units. The District Officer will review the progress of the consultative centre and will weekly send a report to the State Level Advisory Committee. The State level committee will review the progress of the district level committee and will ensure that large number of workers in the state get employment. In addition to that Department of Industry will advise on increasing the investment opportunities in the state so that more employment can be generated for workers. Further, Investment Advisors will be appointed who will collect data from units from where large number of skilled workers have come to Bihar. Investment Advisors will identify large investment opportunities and will plan to outsource or re-establish industries in Bihar by giving some additional relaxation and they will also ensure that these industries do not face any difficulty in establishing industry in the state by obtaining clearance from single windows. | Mandatory | All Industries | No end date specified |
| West Bengal | Government Of West Bengal Extends The Date For Filing Profession Tax Return Of Fy 2019-20, Upto 30Th September, 2020 | 17-06-2020 | The Office of the Commissioner of Commercial Taxes and Profession Tax, Government of West Bengal has extended the last date of filing of return in Form-III under the West Bengal State Tax on Professions, Trades, Callings and Employments Act, 1979 (which was required to be furnished by 31st March, 2020). Earlier, in an Order dated 13th April, 2020 the last date of transmission of data electronically of the return in Form-III was extended till 30th June, 2020 but now it has been extended further till 30th September, 2020 and the last date of furnishing paper form of the same has been extended till 7th October, 2020. | Mandatory | All | 30-09-2020 |
| Nagaland | Nagaland Government Issues Sop For People Visiting Nagaland For Essential/Unavoidable Work To Follow | 17-06-2020 | In Nagaland, there have been increasing cases of persons like skilled labourers, mechanics, technicians, engineers etc), who need to enter the State for short durations, or Government Servants who have to report to the State from outside, and immediately start performing his/her duties. The mandatory 14 days facility quarantine followed by 14 days home quarantine which is the standing guideline acts as a deterrent/ obstacle for such people. The Government of Nagaland has, accordingly, issued a Notification dated June 17, 2020 specifying the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for such special categories of people entering Nagaland for urgent essential works or for unavoidable reasons. a. In the case of Government Servants, both State and Central, intending to return/come to the State, the permission will be obtained from the Home Department in advance which on being satisfied of the essential nature of the duties of the Government servant requiring him/her to immediately start functioning will inform the concerned Deputy Commissioner & Chairman District Task Force. b. In the case of any person, other than a Government Servant desirous of entering the State, the permission will be sought from the Deputy Commissioner & Chairman District Task Force of the destination district, mentioning the purpose of the visit and detailed itinerary: point of entry, the places to visit, with date and time, till the date of departure. Application for entry permit should be submitted at least 5(five) days before the intended date of travel. The Deputy Commissioner on being satisfied of the urgency and unavoidability of the proposed visit will submit with clear recommendations to the Home Department, for seeking its clearance. After obtaining the clearance of the Home Department, the Deputy Commissioner will give permission and wherever applicable, the Inner Line Permit, mentioning clearly the duration of visit and other details. c. The Government Servant/person, entering the State after obtaining the requisite permission will be subject to thermal screening along with other returnees to the State at the designated point of entry. i) If symptomatic, the Government Servant/person will not be allowed to proceed further and the usual SOP for the returnees to the State will be followed. b) If asymptomatic, on producing the permit, the Government Servant/person may proceed to the destination district for sample collection and testing using TrueNat. d. Transportation within the State has to be arranged by the Government Servant/person concerned. The driver and all occupants should wear mask at all times with distance maintained between occupants in the vehicle. Stopping by the roadside at restaurants and shops will not be allowed. e. On reaching the destination district sample collection centre, the Government Servant/person will be tested using TrueNat. For persons on official Government Duty the testing will be free, whereas other will be charged at Rs. 1,500/- per test. i) If tested negative, only then the Government Servant/person can proceed to his/her place of work, while following all safety precautions of wearing mask at all times, frequently sanitizing hands, and maintaining physical distancing. ii) If tested positive, the Government Servant/person will be placed in an appropriate COVID facility and due protocol will be followed. f. The District Task Force will issue the number of permission/permit per day considering the per day testing capacity of TrueNat in the district. The permission/permit will also contain information on location of the designated sample collection centre (s) and other information guide as required. The District Task Forces of the other districts which the Government Servant/person will pass through will also be informed beforehand. g. The Government Servant/person must mandatorily register in the nCOVID Nagaland Visitors App at the point of entry and submit status of symptoms twice daily till 14 (fourteen) days, or till the time of departure from the State, whichever is earlier. The Notification also specifies that in the case of a Government Servant as mentioned in points 1 and 2 above, the immediate family members accompanying Government Servant while entering the State will also be covered by the provisions of the SOP. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended document. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Mizoram | The Mizoram Government Has Allowed Certain Non-Essential Commodities To Be Transported Into The State Without Separate Permission From Home Department | 16-06-2020 | The Mizoram Government has allowed certain non-essential commodities to be transported into the State without separate permission from Home Department. However, mPASS registration on mCOVID-19 application (app or website - mcovid19.mizoram.gov.in) and submission of self-declaration at the entry point is required. The above-mentioned exemption has been allowed for the following: 1. Agricultural and Horticultural items and equipment such as seeds and seedlings, fertilizers, plant protection chemicals & equipment, machineries & equipment for agriculture and horticulture, greenhouse materials, irrigation equipment. 2. Building and road construction materials such as cement/bricks/steel/rods, water supply, sanitary fittings and roofing materials, construction tools made from plastic, wood saw, steel or other metals, road construction materials / machinery and spare parts, steel structure for baily bridges and bridges, hume pipes etc. 3. Industrial raw materials for industries established within Mizoram. 4. Carpentry and furniture materials for making kitchen and other interior furniture, varnish, paints, veneer, furnishing cloth etc. along with materials for cushion, sofa etc. 5. Textile and Clothing materials such as yam (acrylic, dyed), threads, cotton cloths, woollen and silken cloths, other textile goods excluding readymade cloths and second-hand goods. 6. All stationary items and goods. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Tamil Nadu | Tamil Nadu Extends Lockdown In Specified Areas In The State Till 30.06.2020 Amidst Covid-19 Pandemic | 16-06-2020 | The Revenue and Disaster Management Department, Tamil Nadu (Department) has, in an Order dated 16th June, 2020, declared complete lockdown for 12 days from early morning 00 hrs on 19th June, 2020 till midnight 12.00 hrs on 30th June, 2020 in the following areas in the State: 1. Greater Chennai Police Commissionerate areas 2. Thiruvallur District: i. Greater Chennai Police Commissionerate areas in Thiruvallur districts ii. Thiruvallur Municipality iii. Gummindipoondi iv. Ponneri and Minjur Town Panchayat v. All village panchayats in Poovirundhavalli, vi. Eekadu and Sholavaram blocks 3. Chengalpattu District i. Greater Chennai Police areas in Chengalpattu District ii. Chengalpattu and Maraimalai Nagar Municipalities iii. Nandhivaram - Guduvanchery Town Panchayat iv. All Village Panchayats of Kattankulathur Block 4. Greater Chennai Police Commissionerate areas in Kancheepuram districts The Department has permitted only certain essential services to operate during such lockdown. However, the Department has informed that complete lockdown, without any relaxation, will be enforced on the two Sundays (21st June, 2020 and 28th June, 2020) falling during the lockdown and no activity except the following essential activities will be allowed: i. Milk distribution ii. Hospitals iii. Pharmaceutical shops iv. Hospital vehicles v. Ambulance and hearse vehicle services vi. Private vehicles will be allowed to ply only for medical emergencies The Department has further clarified that no activities will be permitted in the containment zones during the lockdown and the restrictions in the containment zones will be intensified. Please refer to the appended document for further details. Source: Revenue and Disaster Management Department, Tamil Nadu | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Central | Ministry Of Consumer Affairs, Food And Public Distribution Extends The Regulation On Prices Of Hand Sanitizers And Raw Materials Involved In Manufacture Of Hand Sanitizers, Till 31St December, 2020 | 16-06-2020 | The Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution (Ministry) has extended the validity of the following Notifications till 31st December, 2020: 1. Gazette Notification S.O. 1197(E) dated 21st March, 2020: for fixing the retail price of hand sanitizer at Rs. 100 per bottle of 200ml; and 2. Gazette Notification S.O. 1169(E) dated 19th March 2020: for inclusion of raw materials for manufacture of hand sanitizer as essential commodity and regulation of prices thereof. The above-mentioned Notifications were valid till 30th June, 2020. Now, their validity has been extended till 31st December, 2020. Background: As the lockdown conditions have been relaxed, it is expected that the demand for hand sanitizer will increase further. Keeping in view the role of hand sanitizer in the fight against COVID 19, continued availability of the hand sanitizer must be ensured in the market, at affordable rates. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended document | Mandatory | Manufacturers of hand sanitizers, pharmaceuticals | 31-12-2020 |
| Assam | Assan Health Department Specifies Additional Categories Of Air Passengers Exempted From Institutional Quarantine | 16-06-2020 | Pursuant to the SOP dated May 28, 2020, issued by the Health and Family Welfare Department, Assam ("Department") and subsequent addendum dated June 1, 2020, the Department has issued an Order dated June 16, 2020 specifying the additional categories of air passengers exempted from institutional quarantine. The Order exempts the following persons from such quarantine: 1. Husband and wife who travelled to Assam together; 2. Husband, wife and their children who travelled to Assam together; 3. Husband, wife and their parents who travelled to Assam together; The above mentioned exemption is subject to the following conditions: a. All persons mentioned in points 1 to 3 are asymptomatic; b. Such persons should undergo 14 days home quarantine after compliance with health protocols such as collection of swab samples for COVID-19 test, hand stamping, conversion of residence into containment zone, etc. c. The mode of travel for all such persons is by air; The Order also clarifies that above exemptions from institutional quarantine will not be applicable if the flight in which the persons travelled has been found to have a high incidence of COVID-19 positive cases or has been contaminated in some way. | Mandatory | Transportation and storage | Public Transport | No end date specified |
| Central | Fssai Extends Timeline For Compliance Of Food Safety And Standards (Prohibition And Restriction On Sales) Second Amendment Regulations, 2019, Imposing Restrictions On Sale Of Common Salt; Up To 1St January 2021 | 16-06-2020 | The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India ("FSSAI") in a Notification dated 16th June, 2020 has extended the timeline for compliance of the provisions mentioned in the Food Safety and Standards (Prohibition and Restriction on sales) Second Amendment Regulations, 2019 ("Amendment Regulations"), which imposes restrictions on sale of common salt. The timeline for compliance has been extended up to 1st January, 2021. Background: In a Notification in the Gazette of India dated 27th June, 2019 ("Notification 1"), the FSSAI introduced the Amendment Regulations which imposed restrictions on "sale or offer or expose for sale or have in the premises for the purpose of sale, common salt for direct human consumption or for use as an ingredient in a food product unless the same is iodized". Notification 1 brought this restriction into place from 27th June, 2019. However, in a Notification dated 22nd August, 2019 ("Notification 2"), the FSSAI stated that the Amendment Regulations imposing the restrictions can be complied with by 1st July, 2020. Now, in light of the COVID-19 crisis, FSSAI has come up with a latest Notification extending the timeline for compliance to the Amendment Regulations till 1st January, 2021. | Advisory | Accommodation and food service activities | 01-01-2021 |
| Himachal Pradesh | District Magistrate, District Sirmaur, Nahan, Himachal Pradesh Specifies Directions With Regard To Movement Of Persons Between "Night Curfew" As Well As Quarantine Requirements | 15-06-2020 | The District Magistrate, Sirmaur, Nahan, Himachal Pradesh (DM) has, in an Order dated June 15, 2020 issued certain directions with regard to movement of persons between "Night Curfew". The Order mandates that movement of individual(s) must remain strictly prohibited between 08:00 PM to 06:00 AM (Night Curfew) throughout the District except for essential activities. This restriction, however, does not apply to - a. instances of loading/unloading of goods (as part of supply chains and logistics); b. buses carrying persons and trucks and goods carriers plying on State and National Highways; or c. persons travelling to their destinations after disembarking from buses, trains and flights. The Order also reiterates the State Government order dated 14.06.2020, amending an earlier order dated 31.05.2020 regarding quarantine requirements. The amendments are as follows: 1. The persons covered under SOPs issued dated 23rd May, 2020 for inter-state movement of industrial workers, industrialists/factory owners, traders, raw material suppliers, service providers, inspecting authorities will be exempted from purview of Home Quarantine. 2. The persons visiting the State for bonafide purpose of trade, business, job, project, service purpose, commission agents and artihyas with supporting documents and entering the State with valid permit/e-pass and not coming from high COVID-19 case load cities and other containment zones from rest of the country will also be exempted from the purview of quarantine. 3. The management, incharge or head of any NGO of any charitable organization, which has branches in the State and travels to the State of Himachal Pradesh in connection with its affairs or for an official meeting, for a short duration not exceeding 48 hours and don't mix with general masses, follows all social distancing and other Covid-19 prevention protocols/norms, does not organize any social/cultural or any other gathering of any sort, shall be exempted from quarantine requirement. 4. The use of Aarogya Setu app shall be mandatory in all cases, including the above exempted categories. Further, Quarantine Requirements under the order dated 30.06.2020 have been amended as under:- a. Point No. (i) - All persons coming from high case load COVID-19 infected cities will be institutionally quarantined. Only for exceptional and compelling reasons such as cases of human distress, pregnancy, death in family, serious illness, persons above 65 years of age with co-morbidities and parent(s) accompanied by children below 10 years may be permitted to be home quarantined, instead of institutional quarantine for 14 days provided that such home quarantine facility is available to follow all covid protocols. b. Point No. (viii) - The migrant labourers coming in the State can be sent directly to the work site of the Orchardist/Agriculturist/Contractor/Project Proponents. The labour can start working at these sites immediately subject to observing all the due precautions including social distancing/isolation and the constant monitoring for symptoms, as is being done for quarantined persons. The period of active surveillance shall however continue to be the same as per the period prescribed by the guidelines issued by the Department of Health & Family Welfare. Any person(s) contravening the present Order will be liable for prosecution under Sections 269, 270 and 188 of IPC and Section 51. to 60 of the Disaster Management Act, 2005. The Order is effective since June 15, 2020 and will remain in force until further orders are issued. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Mca Further Extends Timeline Allowing Companies To Conduct Egm Through Video Conferencing Or Other Audio Visual Means Till 30Th September, 2020 | 15-06-2020 | The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has, in a Circular dated 15th June, 2020, allowed companies to conduct Extraordinary General Meetings (EGMs) through video conferencing (VC) or other audio visual means (OAVM) or by passing certain items through postal ballot till 30th September, 2020. Background: The MCA had in Circulars dated 8th April,2020 (General Circular No. 14/2020) and dated 13th April (General Circular No. 17/2020), allowed companies to hold EGMs through VC or OAVM or by passing of certain items only through postal ballot and provided the framework for the same, valid upto 30th June, 2020. Requests were received from the stakeholders for extending the period upto which the framework provided in the aforesaid Circulars may be utilized by the companies. Hence, MCA has issued the current circular for further extending the date till which companies will be allowed to conduct their EGMs through VC or OAVM or transact items through postal ballot. | Mandatory | All | 30-09-2020 |
| Gujarat | Government Of Gujarat Authorizes Certain Police Personnel To Collect Fines For Failure To Wear Face Mask In Public Places, Workplace, Transport And For Spitting In Public Places | 15-06-2020 | The Government of Gujarat has authorized Police personnel, not below the rank of Head Constable, to collect fine for not wearing a face cover in all public and work places and during transportation and for spitting in public places. Background: In an earlier Order dated 30th May, 2020, the Government of Gujarat had prescribed a fine of Rs. 200/- for not wearing a face cover in all public places, work places and during transport and for spitting in public. For further details, please refer to the appended Order | Mandatory | None | No end date specified |
| Assam | Assam Health Department Issues Standard Operating Procedures For The Operation Of Various Establishments Frequented By Truckers And Logistics Carriers | 15-06-2020 | The Health and Family Welfare Department, Government of Assam (Government) has issued Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for the operation of various establishments frequented by truckers and logistics carriers. The SOPs have been in effect from 15th June 2020. Background Truckers travel between States before coming and staying in Assam. Some cases have recently been discovered in some of the Districts, where the source of COVID-19 infection has been traced back to the truckers and logistics carriers travelling from other States. The Government has therefore laid down strict hygiene and social distancing protocols that need to be implemented by shops and establishments frequented by truckers and logistics carriers. Key Highlights: Some of the specific protocols have been listed below: 1. Truck Parking Stations: i. Maintain detailed record of all vehicles entering the parking stations and share the same with District Administration on a daily basis; ii. Once the vehicle enters the parking lots, ensure that the drivers and handymen do not leave the premises other than for loading and unloading of goods; iii. Ensure that requirements of the truckers vegetables, provisions, newspapers, medicines, soaps and mobile recharges etc. are procured and provided from neighbouring shops. iv. Earmark dedicated spaces for truckers to cook food; v. Ensure sufficient barricading around the parking lot with controlled entry and exit to the lot; 2. Weigh bridges and Petrol Pumps: i. The employees working on weigh bridges and petrol pumps to have limited interactions with the driver and handymen of the truck, and maintain adequate social distance; ii. The truck driver and the handymen should be earmarked separate toilets in the weigh bridges and petrol pumps and the same needs to be sanitized frequently using 1% sodium hypochlorite in addition to all the frequently touched surfaces (doorknobs, handrails, benches, washroom fixtures etc). 3. Loading and Unloading Centres/ Godowns: i. Maintain detailed record of all trucks and large goods carriers entering the loading and unloading centres and share the same with District Administration on a daily basis. ii. Once the vehicle enters the loading and unloading centres, godowns, the management to ensure that the drivers and handymen do not leave the premises; iii. Management to ensure that requirements of the truckers vegetables, provisions, newspapers, medicines, soaps and mobile recharges etc. are provided. 4. Dhabas i. Maintain detailed record of all trucks and long-distance vehicles entering the dhabas and share the same with District Administration on a daily basis; ii. Encourage takeaways instead of dine-in and employees should not handover food packet directly to the customers; iii. Allow only asymptomatic staff and patrons; 5. Motor Vehicle Garages: i. Maintain detailed record of all trucks and long-distance vehicles entering the garages and share such records with District Administration on a daily basis; ii. Once the vehicles enter the premises, management should ensure that interiors and exteriors of the vehicles including the part which needs repairs, are sanitized using 1% sodium hypochlorite solutions before the employees start repairing the vehicles; iii. The truck driver and the handymen should be earmarked separate toilets in the garages and the same needs to be sanitized frequently using 1% sodium hypochlorite along with all the frequently touched surfaces (doorknobs, handrails, benches, washroom fixtures etc.). 6. General preventive measures: i. Posters/ standees on preventive measures about COVID-19 should be displayed prominently. ii. Maintain physical distancing of at least 6 feet as far as feasible; iii. Mandatory use of face/ cover masks; iv. Provide sufficient drinking water facilities to the truckers; v. Spitting should be strictly prohibited; vi. Ensure self-monitoring of health and reporting any illness at the earliest to the state helpline (104). For a detailed read, please refer to the appended document | Mandatory | Transportation and storage | No end date specified |
| Madhya Pradesh | Directive Related To Permitted Activities In Madhya Pradesh - Inter-State Transportation Closed Till June 30 | 15-06-2020 | Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of Madhya Pradesh on 15th June, 2020 has issued instructions for prevention of COVID-19 infection. The instructions issued are as follows - 1. Inter-state buses will be closed till 30th June, 2020. 2. In all districts of Indore, Ujjain and Bhopal all passenger bus services will operate normally with 50% passenger capacity till 30th June, 2020. 3. All types of shops in Bhopal Municipal Corporation area will open 5 days a week and all shops outside municipal limits will remain open in normal condition. 4. Schools, colleges, educational institutions will remain closed till further orders. 5. Government, Divisional and District offices and private offices in Indore, Bhopal and Ujjain Municipal Corporation areas will remain open with 50% staff and full capacity in other places. 6. All activities except essential services will be restricted from 9 AM to 5 PM. Please note that the Order is in Vernacular and we have translated it to the best of our understanding. Once an official translation is available, we will update in case there is a requirement. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Telangana | Government Of Telangana Fixes Ceiling On Rates Chargeable By Private Hospitals And Private Laboratories For Treatment And Testing Of Covid-19 Patients | 15-06-2020 | The Health Medical and Family Welfare Department, Telangana has fixed the ceiling on rates chargeable by Private Hospitals and Private Laboratories for testing and treatment services to COVID-19 patients. Package per day. 1. Charges for Routine ward + Isolation - Rs. 4,000. 2. Charges for ICU without ventilator + Isolation - Rs. 7,500 3. Charges for ICU with ventilator + Isolation - Rs. 9,000 Inclusions: This includes Monitoring and Investigations like CBC, Urine routine, HIV spot, Anti HCV, Hbs Ag, Serum Creatinine, USG, 2D ECHO, X-Ray, ECG, Drugs, Consultations, Bed Charges, meals. Procedures like Rylestube insertion, urinary tract catheterization. Exclusions: 1.PPE 2.Interventional procedures like, but not limited to, Central line insertion, Chemoport insertion, bronchoscopic procedures, biopsies, ascitic / pleural tapping, etc, which may be charges at a rack rate as on 31st Dec 2019. 3.COVID-19 testing to be done as per actual cost as fixed by the state Government i.e., Rs.2,200. 4.High end investigations like CT-SCAN, MRI, PET scan or any lab investigation not included in the previous column to be charged at rack rates of hospital as on 31stDecember 2019. Guidelines for Private Hospitals and Laboratories - 1. The rates that are fixed must be displayed by private hospitals at prominent places in their premises. 2. All private hospitals must follow Guidelines issued by the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India pertaining to Asymptomatic and mild symptom cases requiring home isolation. 3. Private laboratories must test strictly following the testing protocols issued by the ICMR as updated from time to time. The Maximum Rates Chargeable for RT-PCR TEST are fixed at - i. Samples which are collected at the Labs/Hospitals - Rs. 2,200 ii. Samples which are collected from home - Rs. 2,800 4. All private health care providers must enter the real time data on the digital platform developed by the Government of Telangana @ www.chfw.telangana.gov.in. 5. Permission must be obtained from Director Public Health for permission to treat COVID-19 patients. 6. As and when a positive case is detected, case detail have to be immediately entered into the portal by the private laboratories. 7. All private health care providers shall strictly follow the guidelines issued by ICMR on testing and clinical management & discharge guidelines issued by Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, GoI as updated from time to time. | Mandatory | Private Hospitals and Private Laboratories | No end date specified |
| Kerala | Department Of Health And Family Welfare, Government Of Kerala Issues Standard Operating Procedure For Healthcare In Covid-19 First Line Treatment Centres | 14-06-2020 | The Department of Health and Family Welfare, Government of Kerala (Department) has issued Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for Healthcare in COVID-19 First Line Treatment Centres. The SOP has been issued with the objective to provide quality primary COVID care to all citizens of Kerala and optimize healthcare resources. Background In view of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Department had previously issued advisory on the three tier patient management system, namely COVID Care Centre (CCC), COVID First Line Treatment Centre (CFLTC) and COVID Hospitals (CH) vide order no 31/F2/220/ H&FW dated 28th March and reference guide for converting hospitals into dedicated COVID hospitals. Though the Department has established enough COVID hospitals and there are plans to upscale the facilities since it might not be sufficient to manage all COVID patients in the context of worst-case scenario of community spread. Key Highlights: 1. The Superintendent / Block Medical Officer and the Nodal officer of the CFLTC should co-ordinate with district health authorities and with the corresponding Local Self Government Institution for the smooth functioning of the CFLTC; 2. A multilingual display board should be placed in front of the entry gate as COVID First Line Treatment Centre; 3. Board should also specify that entry is restricted to COVID patients and staff on duty only; 4. Poster on hand washing methods to be displayed; 5. 24 x 7 security service of Watchman/ Gatekeeper should be provided; 6. Facility should be able to accomodate at least 50 patients at a time; 7. Electricty and communication facilities like internet and telephone should be available; 8. Spacious waiting area with adequate lighting and ventilation and 5-10 easily cleanable chairs arranged at a minimum distance of two meters apart should be provided; 9. If facilities permit all Covid patients should be managed in separate rooms with attached toilet facilities; 10. If managed in wards, separate male and female wards should be provided. 11. Hospital infection control is of prime importance and should be observed at all times. Transmission based precautions should be taken. 12. CFLTC should provide basic laboratory services through the existing nearby Govt. health care institutions. This can be operated as hub and spoke method. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended SOP | Mandatory | Healthcare, Hospitals | No end date specified |
| Kerala | Government Of Kerala Issues Sops And Health Advisories For Short Visit To The State; Exempts Persons On Short Visits From Undergoing Mandatory Quarantine Subject To Obtaining Entry Passes | 14-06-2020 | Pursuant to the Ministry of Home Affairs Unlock 1.0 Order, which allowed functioning of various sectors from June 8, 2020 onwards, the Government of Kerala has issued an SOP for short visit to the State. As per the guidelines issued from time to time, stranded persons in other States and nations have had to undergo room /institutional quarantine. However, there are instances of people visiting the State for a shorter duration for purposes like business, official, trade, medical, court cases, property management or similar purposes. As placing such persons in home/ institutional quarantine is not feasible, the State Government has, through the present Order allowed such persons to visit for a period of up to 7 days without mandatory quarantine, after obtaining entry passes through covid19jagratha portal. Students who visit the State for attending exams or academic related purposes can stay for a period of 3 days before the start of exam and 3 days after the exam is over. The detailed SOP for such travellers (annexed to the Order) must be observed during their visit in the State. The Order further clarifies that the permission for short visit is granted subject to the strict following of this SOP and other social distancing norms. Key Points of the SOP: i. The duration of visit should not last for more than 7 days; ii. Requirement for registration of travellers on the covid19jagratha portal and obtaining of entry pass for a short visit; iii. Travelers to provide details of local itinerary along with the purpose of visit and local accommodation and contact person. Deviations from this to be informed to authorities with valid reasons; iv. Refrain from coming in contact with the elderly and people with children below 10 years; v. Traveller to follow all COVID -19 advisories and precautions including social distancing, frequent hand-washing and wearing face masks; vi. Traveller to carry hand sanitizer and extra face mask while travelling; District Collectors, District Police Chiefs and other Heads of Departments have also been directed to ensure that such visitors follow the SOP scrupulously and they leave the State after the permitted period. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Indian Council Of Medical Research Issues An Advisory On Use Of Rapid Antigen Detection Test For Covid-19 | 14-06-2020 | The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has issued an advisory on the use of Rapid Antigen Detection Test for COVID-19. Background Real time RT-PCR is the gold standard frontline test for diagnosis of COVID19. Various open and closed RT-PCR platforms (Open systems RT-PCR machines, TrueNat and CBNAAT) are currently being used for COVID19 diagnosis in India. All these platforms require specialized laboratory facilities in terms of equipment, biosafety & biosecurity. Minimum time taken for the test varies between different systems with a minimum of 2-5 hours including the time taken for sample transportation. These specifications limit the widespread use of the RT-PCR test and also impedes quick augmentation of testing capacity in various containment zones and hospital settings. In view of this, there is urgent need of a reliable point-of-care rapid antigen detection test with good sensitivity and specificity for early detection of the disease. There are no reliable antigen detection tests available worldwide, which could be used as rapid point of care tests for quick detection of COVID-19 positive patients. Such tests would help in proper implementation of the Govt. strategy to test, track and treat. Such tests will also help in allaying the anxiety and fear of healthcare workers and aid in better clinical management of the patients. In view of this, an independent two site evaluation of the only available or standalone antigen detection assay: Standard Q COVID-19 Ag detection kit, was conducted with an aim to evaluate its sensitivity, specificity and feasibility of use as a point-of-care test for early detection of SARS-CoV-2. Key Highlights 1. Standard Q COVID-19 Ag detection kit is a rapid chromatographic immunoassay for qualitative detection of specific antigens to SARS-CoV-2. has been developed by SD Biosensor, a South Korea based company, having its manufacturing unit in Manesar, Gurugram, India. 2. Each test kit comes with an inbuilt COVID antigen test device, viral extraction tube with viral lysis buffer and sterile swab for sample collection. 3. Once the sample is collected in the extraction buffer, it is stable only for one hour. Therefore, the antigen test needs to be conducted at the site of sample collection in the healthcare setting. Transportation to the lab is not recommended. 4. The test can be interpreted as positive or negative after 15 minutes of putting the sample into the well by appearance of test and control lines, which can be read with a naked eye, requiring no specialized equipment. Maximum duration for interpreting a positive or negative test is 30 minutes. After that the test strip should be discarded. 5. In view of its high specificity while relatively low sensitivity, ICMR recommends the use of Standard Q COVID-19 Ag detection assay as a point of care diagnostic assay for testing in the following settings in combination with the gold standard RT-PCR test: i. Containment zones or hotspots (to be performed onsite under strict medical supervision and maintaining kit temperature between 2° to 30° C.): ii. All symptomatic Influenza Like Illness (ILI). b. Asymptomatic direct and high-risk contacts with co-morbidities (lung disease, heart disease, liver disease, kidney disease, diabetes, neurological disorders, blood disorders) of a confirmed case to be tested once between day 5 and day 10 of coming into contact. ii. Healthcare settings (to be performed onsite under strict medical supervision and maintaining kit temperature between 2° to 30° C): a. All symptomatic ILI patients presenting in a healthcare setting and are suspected of having COVID19 infection. b. Asymptomatic patients who are hospitalized or seeking hospitalization, in the following high-risk groups: ¢ Patients undergoing chemotherapy ¢ Immunosuppressed patients including those who are HIV+; ¢ Patients diagnosed with malignant disease; ¢ Transplant patients; ¢ Elderly patients (> 65 years of age) with co-morbidities (lung disease, heart disease, liver disease, kidney disease, diabetes, neurological disorders, blood disorders). iii. Asymptomatic patients undergoing aerosol generating surgical / non-surgical interventions: a. Elective/emergency surgical procedures like neurosurgery, ENT surgery, dental procedures; b. Non-surgical interventions like bronchoscopy, upper GI endoscopy and dialysis; | Mandatory | Healthcare | No End date specified |
| Meghalaya | Dm, East Khasi Hills District, Meghalaya, Issues Prohibitory Order To Ensure Elimination Of Covid-19 Pandemic. | 13-06-2020 | The Office of the District Magistrate, East Khasi Hills District, Government of Meghalaya, has issued a Prohibitory Order ("Order") dated 13th June, 2020, to ensure elimination of COVID-19 by observance of strict protocols. The prohibitions in the Order have been enforced from 15th June, 2020 up to 22nd June, 2020, between 5 a.m. and 9 p.m. Prohibitions in all of East Khasi Hills District including Shillong Agglomeration, Civil sub-division of Sohra/Pynursla and C&RD Blocks: 1. Inter-state movement; 2. Any assembly whatsoever; 3. Operation of major markets (iew heh/iew die lang) and unregulated shopping complexes in all commercial locations; 4. Opening of barber shops, beauty parlours, salons, spa and other similar rejuvenating centres; 5. Operation of all cinema halls, gymnasium, swimming pools, entertainment parks, theatres, bars and auditorium, assembly halls and similar recreational places; 6. All forms of contact sports and spectators in sports grounds and stadiums; 7. Hotels and hospitality services, other than those used as quarantine facilities and housing of returnees, stranded persons and tourists; 8. Operation of educational institutions, training centres and coaching classes (tuitions) barring online/distance learning; 9. Opening of religious places/places of worship of all faiths to the public including religious gatherings and congregation; 10. All forms of large public gathering and congregation including social, political, entertainment, academic, cultural, religious functions, etc. 11. Moving in public, work places and during transport without a mask; 12. Spitting in public places; 13. Consumption of liquor, paan, gutka, tobacco, etc. in public places; Additional prohibitions only in Shillong Agglomeration including areas falling under Umshyrpi bridge up to 7th Mile Upper Shillong of Mylliem C&RD Block, all areas falling under Census town of Mawlai C&RD Block and all areas falling under Census Town of Mawpat C&RD: 1. Operation of cyber cafe, gaming parlours, jackpot parlours and lottery counter. 2. Opening of restaurants, cafes, food outlets, dairy stalls, tea and food stalls. However, home delivery and takeaway is allowed up to 10 p.m. 3. Incoming additional labour force from outside the district to in-situ construction activities. In-situ workers shall include labourers, supervisors, contractors, etc., working in the construction site coming from their residence within the same district. Construction in urban areas to continue with in-situ workers on site while maintaining social distancing, wearing of masks, respiratory etiquette and other protocols and advisories of the Government. General Instructions: 1. Individuals to maintain a minimum distance of 6 feet (2 metres) in public places; 2. Marriage related gatherings: Number of guests cannot exceed 50; 3. Weddings and/or receptions in hotel halls on a case to case basis, within the overall maximum limit of 50 persons, as per Guidelines of the Ministry of Home Affairs and subject to observance of social distancing norms, will be allowed; 4. Funeral/last rites related gatherings: Number of guests cannot exceed 20; 5. Persons above 65 years of age, persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women and children below the age of 10 years, have been advised to stay at home, except for meeting essential requirements and for health purposes; 6. Operation of supply chains / wholesalers and retail outlets, shops, services and other establishments, in the whole of East Khasi Hills District, to be regulated as per timings and dates released in advance from time to time by the Government of Meghalaya; 7. Operation of permitted shops, services, establishments, agricultural, industrial and commercial activities shall strictly adhere to the prescribed Standard Operating Procedures ("SOPs") and National Directives of Government for COVID-19 management of public places and work places including mandatory compliance to the advisories of the Health and Family Welfare Department, without fail; 8. Employers for all form of activities, including shops, services, establishments, agricultural, industrial, etc., shall ensure that Aarogya Setu application is installed by all their employees having compatible mobile phone, without fail; 9. SOP dated 4th June, 2020, by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare on preventive measures to contain spread of COVID-19 in offices (public and private) to be duly complied; 10. Border trade with Bangladesh through Land Customs Stations is permitted, subject to strict compliance of the SOP issued by the Government of Meghalaya. Trade through Border Haat however is still prohibited; 11. All residents of the district to install Aarogya Setu application on compatible mobile phones and regularly update their health status on the app; 12. 50% of private and public transport will operate in the district as per the Orders attached in "Annexure-D", "Annexure - E" and "Annexure - F" of the Order; Further, the Order contains the following: 1. Annexure A - SOPs for engaging skilled/highly skilled labourers/workers from outside the State, dated 9th June, 2020. 2. Annexure B - Health Protocol post relaxation of the lockdown for entry into Meghalaya, dated 2nd June, 2020. 3. Annexure C - SOP on preventive measures to contain spread of COVID-19 in offices, dated 4th June, 2020. 4. Annexure D - Arrangement for plying of vehicles in the district, dated 2nd June, 2020. 5. Annexure E - Seating arrangement in vehicles, dated 3rd June, 2020. 6. Annexure F - Exemption from the arrangement for plying of vehicles in the district, dated 4th June, 2020. For a detailed read, please refer to the attached Order. | Mandatory | All | 22-06-2020 |
| Meghalaya | District Magistrate, East Khasi Hills In Meghalaya Promulgates Night Curfew Upto 22Nd June, 2020; Exempts Essential Commodities | 13-06-2020 | In an order dated 13th June, 2020 the Office of the District Magistrate, East Khasi Hills District, Meghalaya has promulgated night curfew in the District from 9pm- 5am. The curfew timings have become effective since 15th June, 2020 and will remain in force till 22nd June, 2020. The night curfew shall not apply to: 1. Essential services including healthcare, hospitals, laboratories, veterinary clinics; 2. Online/food delivery; 3. security forces; 4. medical teams on duty; 5. wholesale and retail pharmacies; 6. Police and armed forces; 7. fire and emergency service; 8. MeCL, NEEPCO and power grid; 9. food and civil supply department; 10. FCI; 11. Public Works Department; 12. Public Health Engineering Department; 13. Shillong Municipal Board; 14. Postal service, telecom, communication and IT Services; 13. Press , Print and Electronic media; 14. Petrol pumps; 15.Authorised workshops and designated fair price dealerships of Health and Family Welfare Department, Government of Meghalaya; 18. Government officials on duty; 19. Movement of vehicles, essential goods, security forces, medical equipments and shops for repair of trucks on highways. However, these services must strictly comply with all protocols and procedures including social distancing, limiting of field staff to bare minimum and other advisories of the Government. Please note: Curfew passes for timings falling between 9:00pm and 5:00am w.e.f 15th June, 2020 to 22nd June, 2020 have to be obtained online via online application at eastkhasihills.gov.in. | Mandatory | All | 22-06-2020 |
| Delhi | Delhi Disaster Management Authority (Ddma) Issues The Delhi Epidemic Diseases, (Management Of Covid-19) Regulations, 2020; Imposes Penalty For Violation Of Guidelines/ Directives Pertaining To Covid-19 For A Deterrent Effect | 13-06-2020 | In view of the rising numbers of COVID-19 cases in NCT of Delhi, and realizing the need for stricter compliance with the various directives issued by the Central Government and the Government of NCT Delhi from time to time, the Delhi Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) has issued the Delhi Epidemic Diseases, (Management of COVID-19) Regulations, 2020 ("Regulations") in a Notification dated June 13, 2020. These Regulations empower Authorized Persons to impose a fine of Rs. 500 for the first time and a further fine of Rs. 1000/- for repeated offences, respectively for violating the directives/guidelines pertaining to the following: a. Observation of quarantine rules. b. Maintaining of social distancing. c. Wearing of Face mask/cover in all public places /workplaces. d. Prohibition of spitting in public places. e. Prohibition on consumption of paan, gutka, tobacco etc in public places. For the purpose of these Regulations, the Authorised Persons include: a. Secretary (Health & FW),GNCTD; b. Director General Health Services (DGHS),GNCTD; c. District Magistrate, d. Chief District Medical Officer (CDMO), e. Sub Divisional Magistrate (SDM) and District Surveillance Officer (DSO); f. And such officers as may be authorized by Department of Health & Family Welfare, Government. of NCT of Delhi, District Magistrates and Zonal Deputy Commissioners of respective Municipal Corporations of Delhi; g. The officers of the rank of Sub Inspector and above of Delhi Police. If a person fails to pay the penalty on the spot, action under Section188 IPC shall be taken against him by the authorised police officer on receipt of a complaint from any Authorised Persons or on his own. The Regulations have come into force since June 13, 2020 and will remain valid for a period of 1 year till June 12, 2021. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended document. | Mandatory | All | 12-06-2020 |
| Central | Employers And Employees Can Negotiate On Full Payment Of Wages Irrespective Of Mha Order Directing Full Payment In Lockdown; No Coercive Action Against Employers Till July End For Failure To Make Full Payment Says Sc | 12-06-2020 | In a recent development, the Supreme Court today passed an Order directing negotiations between establishments and workers regardless of the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) directive dated 29th March, 2020 on payment of full wages during the lockdown period. The SC observed that industries cannot survive without workers and, therefore, employers and employees need to negotiate and settle the matter among themselves failing which, the concerned labour authorities need to be approached. The SC in its Order directed that a date for conciliation and settlement may be effectuated by the MHA. Further, for participation of employees for effectuating this settlement the same may be publicised. State Governments have also been directed to facilitate such settlements and initiate the process for the same and submit reports before the concerned Labour Commissioners. Additionally, the SC directed that workers who are willing to work should be allowed to work irrespective of disputes regarding wages. The MHA has always contended that the MHA Order was intended to prevent human suffering in view of the lockdown and was a temporary measure. It was also argued that financial incapacity should not be a ground for challenging the same. The Petitioners on the other hand challenged the MHA Order itself contending that it is beyond the scope of Disaster Management Act, 2005 and therefore, does not hold good. Earlier, on June 4, 2020, the SC had passed an interim order in the matter stating that no coercive action should be taken against employers for failing to comply with the MHA Order requiring employers to pay full wages to employees, without making any deduction, during the lockdown period. Now, the SC has informed that this direction against coercive action will continue to apply till July end which is when the matter will next be taken up. Please note that we have come across this information from news reports, the official copy of the order is awaited. Background: The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) had issued an Order on March 29, 2020 directing employers to pay wages to workers without making any deductions even while their businesses remained closed during the lockdown. This was however met with resistance and several business owners and employers approached the Supreme Court for relief as the MHA order threatened action against those found in violation. Industry bodies had also opposed the MHA order citing their own cash flow issues as the reason behind their inability to make timely wage payments. Following multiple petitions on the matter, the Supreme Court on May 15 restrained the government from taking any coercive action against such companies. On May 18, the Centre withdrew its earlier order directing employers to ensure payment of wages to workers even if their businesses remain shuttered during the ongoing lockdown as a temporary measure for 54 days. | Advisory | All | 31-07-2020 |
| Punjab | Punjab Imposes Additional Restrictions On Weekends And Gazetted Holidays During Lockdown 5.0/ Unlock 1.0 | 12-06-2020 | The Department of Home Affairs and Justice, Government of Punjab, has imposed following restrictions in the State on weekends (Saturdays and Sundays) and other gazetted holidays till further orders: 1. All shops/ shopping malls/ stand-alone shops (other than shops dealing with essential commodities and services), shall remain closed on Sundays (or such other day in the week as decided by the District Magistrate in consultation with respective market associations). However, these shops and shopping malls may remain open on Saturdays and gazetted holidays till 5pm. Shops dealing with essential commodities/services will be allowed to remain open till 7pm. (Note: During weekdays, the existing guidelines dated 31st May, 2020 and 6th June, 2020 shall continue to apply) 2. During weekends and on gazetted holidays, inter-district movement will be allowed against e-pass, which will be issued only for essential work. However, no e-pass will be required for medical emergencies; 3. Restaurants (for take home/home delivery only) and liquor shops may remain open on all days till 8pm; 4. Marriage functions upto fifty (50) persons will be permitted against e-pass which will be issued for upto fifty (50) specific persons on all days; For further details please refer to the appended document. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Delhi | Govt Of Nct Of Delhi Provides One Time Relaxation To Hotels / Clubs / Restaurants (Holding Excise License) To Transfer Unexpired Beer Stock To Retail Licensee Of Excise Of Excise Department | 12-06-2020 | The Department of Excise, Entertainment and Luxury Tax of National Capital Territory of Delhi has provided a one time relaxation to Hotels / Clubs / Restaurants (holding excise licence in Form L-15/ L-15F, 16/L-16F, L-17/L -17F, L-18/L-18, L-19/L-19F, L-28/L-28F and L-29/L -29F), to transfer their unexpired beer stock (expiring upto 30th June), 2020 to any other retail licensee of the Excise Department. Background: Number of representations were received from licensees (holding excise licence in Form L-15/ L-15F, 16/L-16F, L-17/L -17F, L-18/L-18, L-19/L-19F, L-28/L-28F and L-29/L -29F) for allowing them to transfer/ sale the stock of beer which is lying unsold and will expire soon in Hotels/ Clubs / Restaurants, leading to financial losses (as re-starting of bars will be decided as part of Phase III). | Mandatory | Accommodation and food service activities | 30-06-2020 |
| Central | It Is Not Mandatory For A Citizen To Provide Evidence Of Downloading The Arogya Setu App As A Condition Of Travel; Says Karnataka High Court | 12-06-2020 | This is a quick update to inform you that that while hearing a petition filed by a cyber security activist Anivar A. Aravind, the Honble High Court of Karnataka, today has recorded in its Order that it is not mandatory for a citizen to provide evidence of downloading the Arogya Setu App (app) as a condition of travel. The Order was passed by the division bench comprising of Chief Justice Abhay Oka and Justice E.S Indiresh after the Central Government through the Additional Solicitor General, submitted before the Court that the app is not mandatory for a person travelling by air and rail. It is the passengers choice to have the app downloaded in his phone. He can opt not to download the app. However, it was also submitted by the Additional Solicitor General that it is advisable to download the app. Now, matter has been posted for further hearing on 10th July, 2020 wherein the Central Government is directed to file their statement of objection on the following issues raised by the petitioner: 1. Whether the Central Government is introducing the application supported by law. 2. Whether the Central and State Governments can make the app mandatory as a condition for accessing public offices. Further, the petitioner has also submitted that mandating the use of the app is violative of the constitutional rights of the citizens. | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Himachal Pradesh | District Magistrate Of Chamba In Himachal Pradesh Partially Amends Earlier Order; Allows Shops To Remain Open From 9 Am To 6 Pm | 12-06-2020 | The Office of the District Magistrate, Chamba (Office) has, through an Order dated 12th June, 2020, partially modified earlier Order dated 2nd June, 2020 and directed that the shops (which have been allowed to remain open) from now onwards will be permitted to operate from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. till 30th June, 2020. Background: Through an earlier Order dated 2nd June, 2020, the Office allowed certain shops to remain open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. For further details, please refer to appended documents. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Central | Movement Of Individuals Between 9 Pm To 5 Am Is Prohibited Throughout The Country But Not Persons And Vehicles Plying On The Highway Between These Hours To Ensure Essential Services Is Not Hindered; Clarifies Home Secretary | 12-06-2020 | The Home Secretary, Government of India, in an Order dated 12th June, 2020, has clarified to all Chief Secretaries and Administers of all States regarding prohibiting movement of individuals between 9 PM to 5 AM throughout the country but not restricting persons and vehicles plying on the highway between 9 PM to 5 AM so that the transportation of essential services is not hindered. The Night Curfew does not apply to instances of loading/unloading of goods (as a part of supply chains and logistics); buses carrying persons and trucks and goods carriers plying on State and National Highways; or persons travelling to their destinations after disembarking from buses, trains and flights. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Odisha | Odisha Govt. Permits Dhabas Along National Highways And State Highways In The State For Providing Takeaway Service During Night Curfew And Weekend Shutdowns | 12-06-2020 | In partial modification of its earlier order dated 1st June, 2020, the Office of Special Relief Commissioner, Government of Odisha has in an Order dated 12th June, 2020 permitted dhabas along National Highways and State Highways in the State for providing takeaway service during night curfew and weekend shutdowns. The order also allows procurement of paddy, delivery of rice and procurement of groundnut and pulses during the weekend shutdown. | Mandatory | Food | 30-06-2020 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Chief Secretary Of Uttar Pradesh Issues Directions To Set Up Sample Collection Center For Covid-19 Testing By Private Laboratories | 12-06-2020 | The Chief Secretary of Uttar Pradesh has issued a letter dated 12th June, 2020 to all District Magistrates and all Chief Medical Officers for setting up of sample collection center for COVID-19 testing by private laboratories in all Districts of the State. Furthermore, it has been noticed that authentic information on the tests conducted by private laboratories were not being made available to the Chief Medical Officer in the District concerned. There have been instances when samples were collected by private laboratories situated in other States due to the absence of proper collection centres in the Districts. Therefore in this regard, it has been decided that private laboratories will need to establish their sample collection centres in the Districts and the information regarding such sample collection centres will have to be made available to the District Magistrate/Chief Medical Officer of the District. The samples collected by such labs need to be immediately recorded on UP Government Portal "upcovid19tracks.in" and the test results uploaded on the Portal once the results are out. Information on the results of the samples to be shared with the Chief Medical Officer as well as the State Surveillance Officer. | Mandatory | Private Laboratories | No end date specified |
| Punjab | Punjab Govt. Directs All Non-Essential Shops To Remain Closed On Sundays And Close By 5 Pm On Saturdays, No Inter-District Movement Except For Essential/Medical Needs, Marriage Functions Allowed With E-Passes For 50 Persons | 12-06-2020 | In order to check community spread of COVID-19, the Directorate of Information and Public Relations, Punjab (Directorate) has issued an Order dated 12th June, 2020, approving detailed weekend and holiday restriction guidelines for the State. The Directorate has informed that i. only shops, dealing with essential commodities and services, will be allowed to operate on all days of the week till 7 pm. ii. Shops, whether standalone or in shopping malls, will be required to remain closed on Sundays, while on Saturdays they can operate only till 5 p.m. In addition to the Sunday closure, the District Magistrates can, in consultation with the respective market associations, order closure of the non-essential shops on any other day of the week also, especially in the high-risk areas where the cases are high. iii. Restaurants (for take home/home delivery only) and liquor shops will be allowed to remain open till 8.00 P.M on all days. iv. Inter-district movement will be allowed only against e-pass, which will be issued only for essential work. However, the Directorate has clarified that no pass will be required for such travel in case of medical emergency. v. E-pass will also be required for marriage functions and such passes will be issued only for 50 specific persons. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Fssai Extends The Date For Mandatory Food Safety Audit Of Food Businesses Under The Fss (Food Safety Auditing) Regulations, 2018 Up To 30.09.2020 | 12-06-2020 | The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India has, in a Notification dated 12th June, 2020, extended the last date for mandatory food safety audit of Food Businesses under the Food Safety and Standards (Food Safety Auditing) Regulations, 2018 up to 30th September, 2020. Accordingly, the food businesses have been directed to get such mandatory audits of their premises conducted by 30th September 2020. | Mandatory | Food Businesses | 30-09-2020 |
| Andhra Pradesh | Andhra Government Republishes Icmr'S Advisories For Government / Private Nabl Labs For Conducting Covid-19 Tests | 12-06-2020 | The Health, Medical and Family Welfare Department, Andhra Pradesh (Department) has, in an order dated 12th June, 2020, republished the advisories issued by the ICMR for Government / Private NABL Labs for conducting COVID-19 tests and to fix rate for COVID testing for the Private NABL and ICMR approved Labs. Key highlights: 1. In view of the large number of foreign returnees, other migrants to the State, the Private NABL Labs are encouraged to apply for ICMR for getting recognized for conducting COVID-19 tests. Interested Private Labs can submit their proposals to the mail Ids: ceoap@ysraarogyasri.ap.gov.in & ap_c405@ysraarogyasri.ap.gov.in. 2. All the Private NABL & ICMR approved Labs must submit their details to the Government and start conducting COVID tests only after obtaining permission from the Government. 3. Managements of Private NABL & ICMR approved Labs must appoint a Nodal officer and submit their details to the Government. They should accept the samples sent by the Government, as and when required, and should update the results of the COVID testing (both Govt. Samples & Private individual samples) in both ICMR and State Portals on daily basis without fail. 4. The Government has fixed the following rates (per sample) for COVID-19 testing for both Government samples and also for Private samples, in the ICMR approved Private NABL Labs: i. For Samples sent by the Government (including pooled samples*) Rs. 2400/- (*One pool sample consists of 5 individual samples, if any pool is found to be positive, the same batch has to be tested individually, and payment will be given treating them as individual samples, apart from payment to pooled sample.) ii. Individuals approaching ICMR approved NABL labs for COVID testing Rs. 2900/- Including all charges (Test cost + VTM +PPE) The rates prescribed above will not be applicable to private labs, with whom there is separate agreement with Government. The rates are subject to change, as and when the State Government revises. 5. All the Private NABL & ICMR approved Labs are instructed to maintain information of the patients with utmost confidentiality. All the Private COVID-19 testing Labs are required to preserve the RTPCR machine generated data and graphs for future verification by the State Government and they must enter the sample data and result data in both the State Portal and ICMR Portal. The Hospitals/Institutes/Labs are also required to display the rates in visible manner. Please refer to the appended document for further details. | Mandatory | Diagnostic Labs | No end date specified |
| Delhi | Restriction On Movement Between 9 Pm And 5 Am Does Not Apply To Movement Of Persons And Vehicles Plying On Highways In The Nct Of Delhi | 12-06-2020 | The Delhi Disaster Management Authority has clarified that the restriction on movement of individuals between 9 pm and 5 am (prescribed by DDMA Order No. 212 dated 1st June, 2020), does not apply to movement of persons and vehicles plying on highways between 9 pm and 5 am. Delhi Disaster Management Authority has directed all concerned authorities to not prevent such movement. The District Magistrates and District DCPs have been asked to ensure compliance with the same. Background: This is pursuant to MHA DO letter dated 12th June, 2020 clarifying that restriction on movement from 9 am to 5 am is to ensure social distancing and is not applicable to instances of loading of goods (as part of supply chains and logistics) and buses carrying persons and trucks and goods carriers plying on State and National Highways; or persons travelling to their destinations after disembarking from buses, trains and flights. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Chhattisgarh | Chhattisgarh Government Permits Shops And Commercial Establishments To Operate From 5 Am To 9 Pm | 12-06-2020 | Chhattisgarh Government has made partial amendments to earlier Order dated 30th May, 2020 to now permit the shops and commercial establishments in Chhattisgarh to operate from 5 am to 9 pm. Earlier, the shops and commercial establishments in Chhattisgarh were allowed to operate from 7 am to 7 pm. Please note that the Order is in Vernacular and we have translated it to the best of our understanding. Once an official translation is available, we will update in case there is a requirement. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Karnataka | Protocol For Restaurants During Unlock 1.0 In Bangalore | 12-06-2020 | The Commissioner of Bruhat Bangalore Mahanagar Palika (BBMP), has issued an Advisory for Restaurants, to contain the spread of COVID-19 pandemic at Restaurants in the city on 12th June, 2020. Background - The Ministry of Home Affairs had on 30th May, 2020 issued Guidelines for Phased Re-opening . Phase I included re-opening of Hotels, Restaurants and other hospitality services. In light of the phased re-opening BBMP has issued an Advisory for which restaurants must follow, such as - 1. Physical Distancing 2. Sanitization 3. Use of Masks and face Covers For details of the directives refer to the attached document. The Government has provided FAQs in connection with these advisories and other advisories at the link - http://covid19.bbmpgov.in | Mandatory | Restaurants | No end date specified |
| Central | Esic Issues Instructions To Ensure That Esi Beneficiaries Are Able To Avail Required Medical Services In Light Of The Pandemic Covid 19 | 11-06-2020 | In an Order dated 11th June, 2020, the Employees State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) has issued information relating to providing prompt medical services to ESI beneficiaries at ESIC hospitals during COVID pandemic. The following instructions have been issued to ensure that the required medical services are available to ESI beneficiaries in a hassle-free and swift manner: 1. All patients must be provided with emergency /initial line of treatment irrespective of whether they are suspected /confirmed case of COVID 19. 2. In this regard, isolation beds may be made functional at select departments / emergency / ICU /labour room facilities for managing COVID suspected/confirmed cases requiring COVID or other emergency medical/surgical treatment. 3. When needed, referring ESIC hospital should pre-ensure/reserve availability of required treatment/bed/ventilatory support etc. in the selected referred hospital, before actually referring and transporting sick patients. 4. Adequately equipped Ambulance/patient transport service (in-house or hired) must be readily available in all ESIC Hospitals on 24*7 basis along with due backup arrangement. Further, It is to be constantly ensured that ambulance services are functional and available for transfer of sick patient on very short notice. 5. Utilization of medical services of nearby intra-state/inter-state ESIC Dedicated COVID Hospital may be considered for management of COVID patients, in consultation with respective State health authority, if needed. 6. For cases requiring COVID testing, it must be ensured that there is no delay in patient management. Further, for critically sick patients, rapid diagnosis test for COVID (CB NAAT) may also be judiciously used through private empanelled labs (in case there is delay in report from govt lab) so that further treatment is not put on hold, pending RT PCR report for COVID) Background: It has come to the notice of the competent authority that some sick ESI patients are being referred to empanelled/government Hospital without being provided with emergency/initial line of treatment or proper work-up for Covid in suspected cases, thereby adding to the agony of the patient. Further, difficulty is being faced by some ESI patients in availing medical services from empanelled hospitals at certain locations, once being referred. In light of these difficulties faced by the patients, the present order has been issued. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Karnataka | Karnataka Government Withdraws Earlier Notification Granting Extension Of Work Hours In essential Factories In The State | 11-06-2020 | The Karnataka Government has, in a recent Notification dated June 11, 2020, withdrawn its earlier direction issued on May 22, 2020 exempting all factories in the State from the provisions of Section 51 (weekly hours) and Section 54 (daily hours) of the Factories Act, 1948 (Act), extending working hours for adult workers to 10 hours a day and 60 hours a week till August 21, 2020. Now, with the withdrawal of the previous notification, the exemption stands revoked with immediate effect and factories must comply with Section 51 and Section 54 of the Act and ensure daily hours of work does not exceed 9 hours and weekly hours of work does not exceed 48 hours. | Mandatory | Manufacturing | No end date specified |
| Central | Extension In Time Limit To Issue An Order On Gst Refund Application Which Falls Within The Period 20Th March, 2020 To 29Th June, 2020 | 10-06-2020 | Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has issued a Notification No. 46/2020 dated 9th June, 2020 to notify that for cases where notice for rejection of refund claim has been issued, in full or in part, and time limit to issue refund order by the proper officer ( i.e. within 60 days from the receipt of refund application complete in all respects) falls during the period from 20th March, 2020 to 29th June, 2020, then the time limit to issue the refund order by the officer shall be extended to fifteen days after the receipt of reply of notice from the registered person or the 30th day of June, 2020, whichever is later. | Mandatory | All | fifteen days after the receipt of reply of notice from the registered person or 30th June - which ever is later |
| Haryana | Haryana Allows Hotels, Restaurants And Other Hospitality Units/ Services To Open With Effect From 10.06.2020 As Per Standard Operating Procedure (Sops) Issued By The State Disaster Management Authority | 10-06-2020 | The District Magistrate, Rewari in an Order dated 10th June, 2020 has allowed Hotels, Restaurants and other hospitality services to open with effect from 10th June, 2020. Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) issued by the State Disaster Management has to be followed so that COVID-19 virus is contained and the spread is stopped. The activities will remain open between 9 AM to 8 PM so that night curfew is properly observed. Hotels and restaurants inside containment zones will remain closed and only outside such zones can open up. Restaurants will open for the time limit given above and with only 50% seating capacity. Also, no buffet service will be allowed and only ala carte will be allowed. Further, no bars will be allowed to and all workers will wear masks and gloves. Strict social distancing to be observed at all times. For a detailed read on the SOPs, please refer to the order. | Mandatory | Hotels, Restaurants, Hospitality services /units | No end date specified |
| Central | Fssai Issues Food Hygiene And Safety Guidelines For Food Businesses To Follow During Covid-19 Pandemic | 10-06-2020 | The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has published guidelines for food businesses to follow in view of COVID-19 pandemic. These guidelines aim at guiding food businesses, including their personnel involved in handling of food and otherwise in order to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in the work environment and any incidental contamination of food/food packages. Key highlights: 1. Responsibility of Food Business Operator/Manager This includes practices such as screening all personnel entering the premise, mandatory hand hygiene (sanitiser dispenser) for employees/ customers/visitors, encouraging self-declaration of symptoms amongst employees, Regular monitoring of the employees. 2. Personal Hygiene of Food Handlers - Food Business shall ensure that their hygiene standards are in line with established Food Safety Management Systems (FSMS). Proper hand hygiene, frequent use of alcohol-based sanitizers, good respiratory hygiene, frequent cleaning/disinfection of work surfaces and surfaces touched frequently, use of gloves, masks/ face covers are emphasized among other instructions. Proper disposal of masks and gloves and any other form of PPE is also instructed. 3. Practice Social Distancing To ensure social distancing, FBOs must take measures such as limiting the number of people on a production floor or a kitchen or a shop, use spacing measures at tills or queues, space out/stagger workstations/food preparation areas, seating areas and reducing the speed of production lines to ensure two meters gap between food handlers, use physical barriers, prohibit sharing of lockers by employees, encourage takeaways, etc. 4. Cleaning and Sanitation - Food premise shall be always well maintained and cleaned thoroughly and sanitized daily. Cleaning and sanitation requirements mentioned in Schedule 4 of FSS (Licensing & Registration of Food Businesses) Regulations 2011 (Schedule 4) must be strictly followed. Various areas of Food Establishment, office space, transport vehicle must be cleaned with soap and water, followed by disinfection. High touch points must be cleaned twice daily. Toilets and Washrooms shall be cleaned after every shift using water and detergent. The Annexure to the Guidance Note also has instructions on preparation of disinfectants. 5. Special Instructions for following food sectors: a. Food Service/Delivery/Takeaways b. Food Retail c. Food Transportation or distribution 6. Food Packaging- Food businesses are required to ensure that food handlers involved in food packaging maintain a high level of personal hygiene, social distancing and implement GHPs as per Schedule 4. All measures shall be adopted to ensure that food packaging is kept clean and away from sources of contamination. 7. Guidelines for customers is also detailed out. 8. The Guidance Note also lists out the following specific practices: a. guidelines to be followed by the management of food establishment on identification of COVID-19 positive case, b. guidelines for cleaning and disinfection of premise accessed by COVID-19 positive person and c. guidelines for Food Handled by COVID-19 suspect or positive employee The practices outlined in these guidelines are to be adopted in conjugation with Schedule 4 requirements. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. | Advisory | Food Businesses | No end date specified |
| Rajasthan | Rajasthan Government Issues Order Regulating Inter-State Movement Of Persons | 10-06-2020 | In view of the unprecedented upsurge in COVID-19 positive cases in the State since the phased opening up of Lockdown with effect from June 1, 2020, Government of Rajasthan has issued certain directions with regard to inter-state movement of persons in an Order dated June 10, 2020. Regulation of Movement / Entry of Persons into the State from another State- 1. By International Flights: As per the SOP for movement of Indian Nationals stranded outside the country dated May 24, 2020 issued by Ministry of Home Affairs. 2. By Scheduled Domestic Commercial Flights / Train / Bus: Such persons have already been through various safety protocols before boarding. They may be screened again on arrival at the destination airport / railway station / bus stand within Rajasthan. 3. By Road (private bus/ taxi / personal transport): Such persons will be screened at the check post to be established on the border and personal IDs will also be checked. Regulation of Movement of Persons out of the State- All persons who are moving outside the State must obtain a pass for travel outside the State from either one of the following : (1) Collector & District Magistrate (2) Commissioner Police / DCP / District Superintendent of Police (3) Sub Divisional Magistrate (4) Dy. Superintendent of Police (5) Local Police Station As per the Order, district administration must also set up counters at the airport, railway station and bus stand to provide on-the spot passes after due verification of IDs. Persons applying for passes at such counters must reach the airport / railway station / bus stand well ahead of time of departure. Screening at such places before boarding will continue to be done as prescribed earlier. For persons travelling outside the State by road (other than by scheduled Bus (RSRTC etc.) screening of persons and verification of pass / IDs etc. shall be ensured at the check posts to be set up at the border. Exemption has been granted to the following category of persons from the requirement of a pass for travel outside the State, subject to verification of travel / other documents: (1) Those who are travelling by Scheduled Flight / Train / RSRTC Bus on June 10th, 2020 with prior reservation. (2) Persons facing personal emergency (death, accident in immediate family or immediate rushing for hospitalization), after due verification. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Cpcb Issues Third Revision To Guidelines For Handling, Treatment And Disposal Of Waste Generated During Treatment/Diagnosis/ Quarantine Of Covid-19 Patients | 10-06-2020 | The Central Pollution Control Board ("CPCB") has issued the revised version (3rd revision) to Guidelines for Handling, Treatment and Disposal of Waste Generated during Treatment/Diagnosis/ Quarantine of COVID-19 Patients ("Original Guidelines"). The Original Guidelines were issued by CPCB on 19th March, 2020, and subsequently revised on 25th March, 2020 and 18th April, 2020. Presently, the CPCB has issued the third revision to the Original Guidelines dated 10th June, 2020. This revision ("3rd revision") has been issued in order to incorporate guidance on segregation of general solid waste and biomedical waste. Further, the 3rd revision also addresses safety of waste handlers/sanitation workers associated with healthcare facilities, local bodies (ULBs) and CBWTFs in handling of biomedical waste and solid waste generated from quarantine centers/home-care/healthcare facilities treating COVID-19 patients. Key additions are as follows: With regard to COVID-19 Isolation Wards: a. The seperate colour coded bins which are kept in wards, to have foot operated lids; b. Examples of general solid waste have been introduced (wrappers of medicine/syringes etc., fruit peel offs, empty juice bottles or tetra packs, empty water bottles, discarded papers, carton boxes of medicines etc. which are not contaminated by the patient's secretions) to be collected as per Solid Waste Management Rules, 2016; c. Non-disposable items to be used in order to minimize waste generation. However, such items need to be handled with appropriate precaution and cleaned / disinfected as per hospital guidelines; d. Wet and dry solid waste bags to be securely tied and handed over to authorized waste collector of ULBs on daily basis; e. Items like left over food, disposable plates, used masks etc used by COVID-19 patients needs to be treated as biomedical waste and segregated in yellow bags, while the used gloves and plastic bottles are to be disposed off in red bags; f. Designated nodal officer for biomedical waste management in hospitals to provide training to Waste handlers about infection prevention measures such as Hand hygiene, Respiratory etiquettes, social distancing, use of appropriate PPE, etc. via videos and demonstration in local language; With regard to persons operating Quarantine Camps/ Homes or Home-Care facilities: a. Waste contaminated with blood / body fluids of COVID-19 patients to be collected in yellow bag; b. General waste should not be stored in yellow bags. General solid waste (household waste) generated from quarantine centers or camps should be handed-over to municipal solid waste collector identified by Urban Local Bodies or as per the prevailing local method of disposing general solid waste; (Note: General waste may comprise of the waste generated from kitchen, packaging material for groceries, food material, waste papers, waste plastics, floor cleaning dust, etc. generated and handled by patient care-takers or the suspected quarantined persons) c. Designated nodal person of the Quarantine Centre/Camp shall register the Centre/Camp on CPCBs biomedical waste Tracking App COVID19BWM (available on Google play store) and update the details of waste generated on daily basis; Clarifications: a. General waste such as like fruit/vegetable peel offs, left-over food, empty juice bottles or tetra packs, empty water bottles, packaging material, discarded papers, carton boxes, and any other items which were not contaminated by secretions or body fluids of COVID-19 positive person should be disposed-off as general solid waste. This waste shall not be collected in yellow bag; However, General waste contaminated with blood or body fluids from persons infected with COVID-19 shall be segregated in yellow bag along with masks and gloves used by them. For a detailed read, please refer to the attached document. | Mandatory | Healthcare Facility/Providers, testing centers, laboratories, including the following: Healthcare Facilities Home-care Isolation wards Quarantine centres | No end date specified |
| Telangana | Telangana Adopts Cpcb'S Third Revision To Guidelines For Handling, Treatment And Disposal Of Waste Generated During Treatment / Diagnosis / Quarantine Of Covid-19 Patients | 10-06-2020 | The Telangana Pollution Control Board has rolled out the third revision to the Guidelines for Handling, Treatment and Disposal of Waste Generated during Treatment/Diagnosis/ Quarantine of COVID-19 Patient reiterating the Central Guidelines. Key additions are as follows: With regard to COVID-19 Isolation Wards: a. The separate colour coded bins which are kept in wards, to have foot operated lids; b. Examples of general solid waste have been introduced (wrappers of medicine/syringes etc., fruit peel offs, empty juice bottles or tetra packs, empty water bottles, discarded papers, carton boxes of medicines etc. which are not contaminated by the patient's secretions) to be collected as per Solid Waste Management Rules, 2016; c. Non-disposable items to be used in order to minimize waste generation. However, such items need to be handled with appropriate precaution and cleaned / disinfected as per hospital guidelines; d. Wet and dry solid waste bags to be securely tied and handed over to authorized waste collector of ULBs on daily basis; e. Items like left over food, disposable plates, used masks etc used by COVID-19 patients needs to be treated as biomedical waste and segregated in yellow bags, while the used gloves and plastic bottles are to be disposed off in red bags; f. Designated nodal officer for biomedical waste management in hospitals to provide training to Waste handlers about infection prevention measures such as Hand hygiene, Respiratory etiquettes, social distancing, use of appropriate PPE, etc. via videos and demonstration in local language; With regard to persons operating Quarantine Camps/ Homes or Home-Care facilities: a. Waste contaminated with blood / body fluids of COVID-19 patients to be collected in yellow bag; b. General waste should not be stored in yellow bags. General solid waste (household waste) generated from quarantine centers or camps should be handed-over to municipal solid waste collector identified by Urban Local Bodies or as per the prevailing local method of disposing general solid waste; (Note: General waste may comprise of the waste generated from kitchen, packaging material for groceries, food material, waste papers, waste plastics, floor cleaning dust, etc. generated and handled by patient care-takers or the suspected quarantined persons) c. Designated nodal person of the Quarantine Centre/Camp shall register the Centre/Camp on CPCBs biomedical waste Tracking App COVID19BWM (available on Google play store) and update the details of waste generated on daily basis; Clarifications: a. General waste such as like fruit/vegetable peel offs, left-over food, empty juice bottles or tetra packs, empty water bottles, packaging material, discarded papers, carton boxes, and any other items which were not contaminated by secretions or body fluids of COVID-19 positive person should be disposed-off as general solid waste. This waste shall not be collected in yellow bag; b. General waste contaminated with blood or body fluids from persons infected with COVID-19 shall be segregated in yellow bag along with masks and gloves used by them; Duties of Common Biomedical Waste Treatment Facility (CBWTF): a. Common Biomedical waste treatment facility operator to register on COVID19BWM Tracking App developed by CPCB and also ensure registration of Waste Handler (with vehicle) for entering the data of COVID-19 biomedical waste received and disposed. b. Provide training to Waste handlers on infection prevention measures, hand hygiene, respiratory etiquettes, social distancing, use of PPE, etc. via videos and demonstrations etc. translated in local language. Sanitation workers more than 50-yr of age should be posted for management of non-COVID waste. | Mandatory | Healthcare Facility/Providers, testing centers, laboratories, including the following: Healthcare Facilities Home-care Isolation wards Quarantine centres | No end date specified |
| Kerala | Kerala Adopts Cpcb'S Third Revision To Guidelines For Handling, Treatment And Disposal Of Waste Generated During Treatment / Diagnosis / Quarantine Of Covid-19 Patients | 10-06-2020 | The Government of Kerala has adopted the Central Pollution Control Board's ("CPCB") revised version (3rd revision) to Guidelines for Handling, Treatment and Disposal of Waste Generated during Treatment/Diagnosis/ Quarantine of COVID-19 Patients ("Original Guidelines"). The Original Guidelines were issued by CPCB on 19th March, 2020, and subsequently revised on 25th March, 2020 and 18th April, 2020. Pursuantly, the CPCB issued the third revision to the Original Guidelines dated 10th June, 2020. This revision ("3rd revision") was issued in order to incorporate guidance on segregation of general solid waste and biomedical waste. Further, the 3rd revision also addressed safety of waste handlers/sanitation workers associated with healthcare facilities, local bodies (ULBs) and CBWTFs in handling of biomedical waste and solid waste generated from quarantine centers/home-care/healthcare facilities treating COVID-19 patients. Key additions are as follows: With regard to COVID-19 Isolation Wards: a. The separate colour coded bins which are kept in wards, to have foot operated lids; b. Examples of general solid waste have been introduced (wrappers of medicine/syringes etc., fruit peel offs, empty juice bottles or tetra packs, empty water bottles, discarded papers, carton boxes of medicines etc. which are not contaminated by the patient's secretions) to be collected as per Solid Waste Management Rules, 2016; c. Non-disposable items to be used in order to minimize waste generation. However, such items need to be handled with appropriate precaution and cleaned / disinfected as per hospital guidelines; d. Wet and dry solid waste bags to be securely tied and handed over to authorized waste collector of ULBs on daily basis; e. Items like left over food, disposable plates, used masks etc used by COVID-19 patients needs to be treated as biomedical waste and segregated in yellow bags, while the used gloves and plastic bottles are to be disposed off in red bags; f. Designated nodal officer for biomedical waste management in hospitals to provide training to Waste handlers about infection prevention measures such as Hand hygiene, Respiratory etiquettes, social distancing, use of appropriate PPE, etc. via videos and demonstration in local language; With regard to persons operating Quarantine Camps/ Homes or Home-Care facilities: a. Waste contaminated with blood / body fluids of COVID-19 patients to be collected in yellow bag; b. General waste should not be stored in yellow bags. General solid waste (household waste) generated from quarantine centers or camps should be handed-over to municipal solid waste collector identified by Urban Local Bodies or as per the prevailing local method of disposing general solid waste; (Note: General waste may comprise of the waste generated from kitchen, packaging material for groceries, food material, waste papers, waste plastics, floor cleaning dust, etc. generated and handled by patient care-takers or the suspected quarantined persons) c. Designated nodal person of the Quarantine Centre/Camp shall register the Centre/Camp on CPCBs biomedical waste Tracking App COVID19BWM (available on Google play store) and update the details of waste generated on daily basis; Clarifications: a. General waste such as like fruit/vegetable peel offs, left-over food, empty juice bottles or tetra packs, empty water bottles, packaging material, discarded papers, carton boxes, and any other items which were not contaminated by secretions or body fluids of COVID-19 positive person should be disposed-off as general solid waste. This waste shall not be collected in yellow bag; However, General waste contaminated with blood or body fluids from persons infected with COVID-19 shall be segregated in yellow bag along with masks and gloves used by them. For a detailed read, please refer to the attached document. | Mandatory | Healthcare Facility/Providers, testing centers, laboratories, including the following: Healthcare Facilities Home-care Isolation wards Quarantine centres | No end date specified |
| Bihar | Bihar Adopts Cpcb'S Third Revision To Guidelines For Handling, Treatment And Disposal Of Waste Generated During Treatment/Diagnosis/ Quarantine Of Covid-19 Patients | 10-06-2020 | The Bihar Pollution Control Board has rolled out the third revision to the Guidelines for Handling, Treatment and Disposal of Waste Generated during Treatment/Diagnosis/ Quarantine of COVID-19 Patient reiterating the Central Guidelines. Key additions are as follows: With regard to COVID-19 Isolation Wards: a. The separate colour coded bins which are kept in wards, to have foot operated lids; b. Examples of general solid waste have been introduced (wrappers of medicine/syringes etc., fruit peel offs, empty juice bottles or tetra packs, empty water bottles, discarded papers, carton boxes of medicines etc. which are not contaminated by the patient's secretions) to be collected as per Solid Waste Management Rules, 2016; c. Non-disposable items to be used in order to minimize waste generation. However, such items need to be handled with appropriate precaution and cleaned / disinfected as per hospital guidelines; d. Wet and dry solid waste bags to be securely tied and handed over to authorized waste collector of ULBs on daily basis; e. Items like left over food, disposable plates, used masks etc used by COVID-19 patients needs to be treated as biomedical waste and segregated in yellow bags, while the used gloves and plastic bottles are to be disposed off in red bags; f. Designated nodal officer for biomedical waste management in hospitals to provide training to Waste handlers about infection prevention measures such as Hand hygiene, Respiratory etiquettes, social distancing, use of appropriate PPE, etc. via videos and demonstration in local language; With regard to persons operating Quarantine Camps/ Homes or Home-Care facilities: a. Waste contaminated with blood / body fluids of COVID-19 patients to be collected in yellow bag; b. General waste should not be stored in yellow bags. General solid waste (household waste) generated from quarantine centers or camps should be handed-over to municipal solid waste collector identified by Urban Local Bodies or as per the prevailing local method of disposing general solid waste; (Note: General waste may comprise of the waste generated from kitchen, packaging material for groceries, food material, waste papers, waste plastics, floor cleaning dust, etc. generated and handled by patient care-takers or the suspected quarantined persons) c. Designated nodal person of the Quarantine Centre/Camp shall register the Centre/Camp on CPCBs biomedical waste Tracking App COVID19BWM (available on Google play store) and update the details of waste generated on daily basis; Clarifications: a. General waste such as like fruit/vegetable peel offs, left-over food, empty juice bottles or tetra packs, empty water bottles, packaging material, discarded papers, carton boxes, and any other items which were not contaminated by secretions or body fluids of COVID-19 positive person should be disposed-off as general solid waste. This waste shall not be collected in yellow bag; b. General waste contaminated with blood or body fluids from persons infected with COVID-19 shall be segregated in yellow bag along with masks and gloves used by them; Duties of Common Biomedical Waste Treatment Facility (CBWTF): a. Common Biomedical waste treatment facility operator to register on COVID19BWM Tracking App developed by CPCB and also ensure registration of Waste Handler (with vehicle) for entering the data of COVID-19 biomedical waste received and disposed. b. Provide training to Waste handlers on infection prevention measures, hand hygiene, respiratory etiquettes, social distancing, use of PPE, etc. via videos and demonstrations etc. translated in local language. Sanitation workers more than 50-yr of age should be posted for management of non-COVID waste. | Mandatory | Healthcare, bio medical waste facilities, home care facilities | No end date specified |
| Karnataka | Commissioner, Bbmp Issues Advisory For Phased Re-Opening Of Offices/Workplaces In Bangalore | 10-06-2020 | The Commissioner of Bruhat Bangalore Mahanagara Palike (BBMB) has issued an Advisory to contain the spread of the pandemic COVID 19 during the phased re-opening of offices/ workplaces in the city. The Advisory should be implemented during the phased re-opening (Unlock 1) to prevent the spread of the virus COVID 19 in workplaces which are relatively closed settings with shared spaces like work stations, corridors, elevators and stairs, parking spaces, cafeteria, meeting rooms, conference halls etc and are likely places for the spread of COVID 19 infection among officials, staffs and visitors. Key Takeaways: 1. Main directions to be followed at Offices / Workplaces are: ¢ Offices / Workplaces in containment zones shall remain closed; ¢ Persons above 65 years of age, persons with comorbidities, pregnant women, and children below the age of 10 years are advised to stay at home, except for essential and health purposes. Office Management to advise accordingly; ¢ Work from Home (WFH) shall be encouraged for the above-mentioned persons and also, in general, to reduce the movement of persons; ¢ Usage of video-conferencing and Work from Home options to employees to be considered as much possible ¢ Staggering of office hours, lunch hours/coffee breaks to be looked at for adoption in the office schedule, as far as possible. ¢ Large gatherings/congregation continue to remain prohibited. 2. Physical Distancing for a minimum of 6 feet, wearing of the mask at the premises is mandatory and respiratory etiquettes to be strictly followed. Further, the employer must ensure staggering of work hours to the maximum extent. The employer should ensure specific markings in the seating arrangement inside the premises. Separate entry and exit of visitors, workers, goods/supplies must be organized. 3. There shall be restrictions on the number of people in the lift areas to ensure physical distancing norms. The demarcation of space must be made inside the lifts. 4. The employer must ensure to provide sanitizers at entrances and further ensure that handwashing with soap is done. 5. All offices should have hand hygiene and conduct thermal screening provisions at the entrance to all its employee and temporary visitors and only asymptomatic staff/visitors must be allowed; 6. Frequent cleaning and disinfection of floors, doorknobs, elevator buttons, handrails, benches, escalators, etc. are mandatory; 7. Effective sanitization within the premises must be maintained with particular focus on lavatories, drinking, and handwashing stations/areas at all times. Deep cleaning of all washrooms shall be ensured at regular intervals; 8. Proper disposal of face covers/masks/gloves leftover by visitors and/or employees should be ensured; 9. The Advisory also lays down directions to be followed at cafetaria, canteen and dining halls; 10. All workers/customers/visitors will be allowed entry only if using face covers/masks. The face covers/masks have to be worn at all times inside the offices/workplaces. 11. It must be ensured that the temperature setting of all air conditioning devices is in the range of 24°C - 30° C, relative humidity is in the range of 40 % - 70 %, in-take of fresh air should be as much as possible and cross ventilation should be adequate. Further, the Advisory also lays down what has to be done in case of a suspect or confirmed case in the premises. For a detailed read, please refer to the attached Advisory. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Validity Period Of E-Way Bill Generated On Or Before 24Th March, 2020 Extended Till 30Th June, 2020 | 09-06-2020 | Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has issued Notification No.47/2020 dated 9th June, 2020 to extend the validity period till the 30th day of June, 2020 for all those e-way bill which has been generated on or before the 24th day of March, 2020 and its period of validity expires on or after 20th day of March, 2020. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Delhi | Delhi Hc Order Temporarily Suspending Physical Service Of Summons And Documents | 09-06-2020 | The Delhi High Court in an order dated June 9, 2020 has temporarily amended the procedure with regard to service of notice/ summons/ daks as prescribed in its earlier order dated 3.6.2020. The order has been passed in view of the spurt of COVID cases in Delhi. As per the Order all service of all such documents through physical mode has been dispensed with unless there is a specific order of the Court permitting the same. All such service must be done through email/fax/whatsapp. The necessary email address and other details will be required to be furnished by the concerned party seeking to effect the service. The conventional process of physical summons will be restored once the normalcy is restored in the UT. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Madhya Pradesh | Office Of District Magistrate Of Indore In Madhya Pradesh Divides The Area Under The Indore Municipal Corporation Into Three Zones; Permits Additional Activities In A Zone-Wise Basis | 09-06-2020 | The office of the District Magistrate of Indore in Madhya Pradesh has through an Order dated 9th June, 2020 divides the area under the Indore Municipal Corporation into three zones. Activities permitted have been divided in a zone-wise basis: a. Zone 1: Comprises the central area of the city of Indore: the outer boundary and the specific part of the central city has also been detailed in the Order. b. Zone 2: Comprises 29 villages along with the central area under the Indore Municipal Corporation. c. Zone 3: Comprises of villages under the Indore Municipal Corporation area which were covered in the year 2014-2015, such as the villages of Nipania, Kanariya, Limbodi, Bilabali, Nihalpur Mundi etc. The Order further lays down in details the various activities permitted in each zone. For a detailed read, please refer to the attached Order. Please note that the Order is in Vernacular and we have translated it to the best of our understanding. Once an official translation is available, we will update in case there is a requirement. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Punjab | Amendments Kick In To The Punjab Epidemic Diseases, Covid-19 Regulations, 2020; Now, Hospitals Have To Additionally Inform History Of Coming In Contact With Another Suspected Or Confirmed Case Of Covid-19 To The Concerned Civil Surgeon | 09-06-2020 | The Department of Health and Family Welfare, Government of Punjab, in a Notification dated 9th June, 2020, has made amendments to the Punjab Epidemic Diseases, COVID-19 Regulations, 2020 ("Principal Regulations"). The following changes have been made: 1. For Private and Government Hospitals: In the Principal Regulations, Government and private hospitals were required to do the following while screening any suspected case of coronavirus- i. While screening such cases, history of travel had to be recorded to ascertain if he/she has travelled to any country or area where COVID-19 has been reported. Additionally, the history of coming in contact with a suspected or confirmed case of COVID-19 was to be recorded. ii. In case the person with such history in last 14 days is asymptomatic, the person was to be kept in home quarantine for 14 days from the day of exposure. iii. In case the person had any such history in last 14 days and is symptomatic as per case definition of COVID-19, the person was to be isolated and tested for COVID-19 as per hospital protocol. iv. Information of all cases to Office of Chief District Medical Officer (CDMO) of the respective District was to be provided immediately. With the amendments, the Guideline has become more concise for the hospitals- Now, the hospitals, during screening of suspected cases of COVID-19 has to record the travel history of that person. In addition to this, all private hospitals have to immediately inform about the history of coming in contact with another suspected or confirmed case of COVID-19, to the concerned Civil Surgeon. 2. In the Principal Regulations, Private Laboratories were not authorized to take or test samples for COVID-19 in the state of Punjab. With the amendments now, all the government and private laboratories authorized by ICMR can now take samples and test them for COVID-19, in the State of Punjab. The ICMR and the Guidelines of the Government of Punjab regarding taking and testing of such samples have to be followed. All private laboratories (in case they test such samples) must share the results with the Civil Surgeon of the district. 3. The Principal Regulations ordered persons with a history of travel in last 14 days to a country or area from where COVID-19 has been reported, to report to the nearest government hospital or call the toll-free number "104" so that necessary measures could be initiated by the government, if required. However, with the amendment now that has been removed and now, any person who travels to a location outside his usual residence should meticulously follow the instructions of the government including that of precautions and health protocols. 4. In the Principal Regulations, persons with a history of travel to a country or area from where COVID-19 had been reported in last 14 days, but who do not have any symptoms of cough, fever, difficulty in breathing, were asked to isolate at home. This requirement has been modified and with the amendment now, any person who may have travelled to any location, district, state or country (as may be specified), may be required to quarantine at home or at any designated place for a prescribed period. During such quarantine, if imparted, the person should take all required COVID-19 precautions, hygiene measures, sanitization precautions and isolation measures as required and shall also utilize such digital equipment, mobile phone, mobile app, software system, telecommunication system, etc., as may be prescribed. | Mandatory | Hospitals, Pathological Laboratories | No end date specified |
| Central | Relaxations From Certain Provisions Of The Sebi (Issue Of Capital And Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2018 In Respect Of Further Public Offer | 09-06-2020 | The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) in a Circular dated 9th June, 2020, has granted relaxations in the eligibility conditions related to Fast Track Further Public Offer (FPO) as contained in the SEBI (Issue of Capital and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2018 (ICDR Regulations) Such relaxations will be applicable for FPOs that open on or before 31st March, 2021. SEBI has clarified that such relaxation will not be applicable for issuance of warrants. Background: In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, SEBI had in a Circular dated 21st April, 2020 introduced temporary relaxation in eligibility conditions related to Fast Track Rights Issue. In continuation, SEBI has now issued the relations in the current circular. Please refer to the attached document for further details. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Spices Board Extends The Validity Of Existing Licences Of Exporters Of Spices/Dealer/Auctioneer For The Block Period 2017-2020 Till 31.12.2020 | 09-06-2020 | In view of the national lockdown and partial disruptions due to COVID 19 pandemic, the Spices Board (Ministry of Commerce & Industry Govt. of India), has extended the validity of the existing Certificate for Registration as Exporter of Spices (CRES), Cardamom Dealer Licence (CDL) and Cardamom Auctioneer Licence (CAL) for the Block Period 2017-2020 from 31st August, 2020 to 31st December, 2020. For further details, please refer to appended Circular | Mandatory | Exporters of Spices/Dealer/Auctioneer | 31-12-2020 |
| Delhi | Delhi Hc Orders Nct Delhi To File Reply Regarding Concerns Of Treatment For Patients In Hospitals, The Status Of Vacancy Of Beds And Publication Of Data On Covid-19 Testing | 09-06-2020 | The Delhi High Court (Court) has issued an Order dated 9.06.2020, in the matter of Rakesh Malhotra (Petitioner) vs NCT of Delhi & Others (Respondents), [W.P.(C) 3031/2020]. The Order has been issued in pursuance of an application filed by the Petitioner seeking the following directions to be issued to the Respondents: 1. To enlarge the number of laboratories that can undertake tests for COVID-19 2. To make arrangement of proper treatment for COVID/non-COVID patients in hospitals 3. To publish the correct data on their websites, in terms of the order dated 04.05.2020 passed in the petition. Additionally, it was submitted by the Petitioner that hospitals/nursing homes who have been permitted to treat COVID-19 patients, must publish on their websites, the status of vacancy of beds on a daily basis so that patients are aware of the same beforehand. For the first concern, the Court did not address any relief since the issue of testing of asymptomatic patients was already pending consideration. With regard to other contentions, the Respondent was directed to file its response on the treatment for patients in hospitals, the status of vacancy of beds and publication of data on COVID-19 testing on its websites. | Advisory | Hospitals/ Nursing Homes/ Healthcare | No end date specified |
| Telangana | Government Of Telangana Extends Lockdown Restrictions In Containment Zones Till 30Th June 2020 | 09-06-2020 | The Government of Telangana ("Government"), has, in a Notification effective 9th June, 2020 extended the restrictions imposed by notification dated 20th May, 2020. These were previously given effect up to 7th June, 2020. This has been enforced in the areas declared as containment zones. The Government has extended the restrictions imposed by the above-mentioned notification up to 30th June 2020. However, the extension is subject to relaxations that have been allowed by the notification dated 4th June 2020. The Government has further stated that no shops or establishments, except hospitals and pharmacies, will remain open after 8.30 PM. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Telangana | Telangana Permits Post-Production Work For Films And Stalled Shooting For Films And Tv To Re-Commence; Issues Sops To Be Followed | 09-06-2020 | The Government of Telangana has allowed the following activities with regard to films with immediate effect: 1. Post-production works of the films which have completed shooting process; and 2. Shooting for all films/ TV shoots, which are already halfway through and were stalled due to lockdown. Standard Operating Procedures ("SOPs") have been issued and need to be followed scrupulously while carrying on the above-mentioned (permitted) activities. However, cinema halls/ theatres will continue to be closed till further orders. SOPs on post-production works of films: Key Compliance Obligations: 1. Activities like editing, dubbing, sound mix, visual effects, computer graphics, digital intermediate (colour correction), script sessions or production planning, are all permitted subject to strict adherence to the SOPs. A minimum of 2 and a maximum of upto 10 persons should be used for these activities at any given time. 2. Before resuming/ re-starting work at office/ studio premises post lockdown period, mandatory medical checkup to be arranged for all personnel; 3. Daily morning briefing session meetings to review and ensure office protocols ensuring social distancing norms; health and safety officers on location to inform everyone about the safety guidelines and important updates; 4. Identification of hospitals/ clinics authorized to treat COVID-19 patients and list should be displayed at all work places at all times. Medical declaration should be collected from all individuals working; 5. mandatory thermal scanning of everyone entering and exiting Office / Studio premises; 6. Provisions to be made for water and soap/ handwash and sanitizer at the entry/ exit points; 7. Face-mask to be mandatorily worn by everyone entering the work are while hand gloves to be used by Support staff who are responsible for cleaning and maintenance of office/studio premises; 8. Total ban on non-essential visitors; SOPs on shooting for films / TV shoots which are halfway through and were stalled due to lockdown: Key Compliance Obligations: 1. Social distancing measures to be implemented in the workplace. 6-feet distance between team members to be maintained; 2. Avoid handshakes and other physical greetings; 3. Practice of wearing non-medical grade masks to be made compulsory and hand sanitizers and gloves to be given to crew members; 4. Do not leave used masks unattended and dispose them off in the bins provided on location; 5. Provide hand cleaning facilities at entrance and exits. This should be soap and water wherever possible or hand sanitizer if water is not available; 6. Keep the make up / rest rooms clean and sanitized at all times; 7. Daily fumigation of locations / studios; 8. Regularly clean/sanitize common contact surfaces in workplace, like cameras, lights, equipment, set properties, etc. 9. Before entering the shooting premises, check people for mild cough or low-grade fever using infrared thermometer and isolate or advise them to stay at home (if required). 11. Producer to obtain self-declaration forms (on history of certain ailments), from people on sets on a daily basis. 12. Encourage usage of Arogya Setu app. 13. Any cast/crew member less than 10 years old or above the age of 60 years should not be allowed on sets without medical clearance. 14. Production houses to ensure minimum crew (ideally less than 40 persons) should be present on shooting locations. 15. Wherever possible, staff should travel using their own/company provided transport rather than public transport to maintain social distancing. The cars would be sanitized first and then shall be sent for pick-up. Drivers should remain in their vehicles and must wash or clean hands before and after use regularly. 16. Containment Zones not to be considered for shooting. For a detailed read, please read the attached document. | Mandatory | Arts, entertainment and recreation | No end date specified |
| Delhi | Govt Of Nct Of Delhi Withdraws 'Special Corona Fee' Levied Earlier On All Categories Of Liquor | 09-06-2020 | The Lt. Governor of the National Capital Territory of Delhi, through a Notification dated 9th June, 2020, has amended the Delhi Excise Rules, 2010 to remove the special corona fee with effect from 10th June, 2020. Background: The Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi, in an earlier Notification dated 4th May, 2020, had introduced a special corona fee of 70% of the maximum retail price on all categories of liquor sold through retail licensees for consumption off the premises. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Notification | Mandatory | Beverage | No end date specified |
| Puducherry | Lockdown Measures In Containment Zones Of Karaikal District, Puducherry To Continue To Be Implemented Till 30.06.2020; Prohibited Activities Will Be Re-Opened In A Phased Manner In Areas Outside Containment Zones | 09-06-2020 | In pursuance of the Ministry of Home Affairs order dated May 30, 2020, the Government of Puducherry has in an Order dated June 9, 2020, informed that the lockdown measures will continue to be implemented in containment zones of Karaikal District upto 30.06.2020. The prohibited activities will be re-opened in a phased manner in areas outside Containment Zones. Further, the Karaikal beach would be open for use by the general public provided the following directives are adhered to for COVID-19 management: 1. Wearing of face cover is compulsory. 2. Spitting in public places shall be punishable with fine, as may be prescribed in accordance with its laws, rules or regulations by the UT / Local Authority. 3. Social distancing shall be followed by all persons in public places and in transport 4. Consumption of liquor, paan, gutka, tobacco etc in public places is strictly prohibited_ 5. Shops will ensure minimum six feet distance among customers and shall not allow more than 5 persons at the shops. 6. Parking of two wheelers / cars strictly should be in parking area only with adequate physical distancing. 7. Persons above 65 years of age, persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women and children below the age of 10 years are advised to stay at home. 8. Beach Park shall be closed. 9. No contact games or coaching shall be held. 10. Assembling in Groups of more than 5 persons / Large gatherings are not allowed. The Order reiterates that all activities must be consistent with the Government guidelines issued regarding health, social distancing and hygiene. Municipal authorities are directed to sanitise the public places periodically. A violation of the above mentioned measures will be liable to be proceeded against under Section 51 to 60 of the Disaster Management Act, 2005, besides legal action under Section 188 of the IPC and other legal provisions as applicable. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Central | Ba-Be Study For Export Purpose Must Continue To Be Conducted In Accordance To Approved Protocol Despite Challenges Posed By The Outbreak Of Covid-19 | 09-06-2020 | The Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) reiterates that Bioavailability and Bioequivalence (BA-BE) Study of new drug in human subject must continue to be conducted in accordance with approved protocols, Good Clinical Practice Guidelines and under the provisions of the New Drugs and Clinical Trial Rules, despite the challenges faced due to outbreak of COVID-19. Additional responsibilities lie with the sponsor, investigator and Ethics Committee to ensure rights, safety and well being of trial subjects. | Mandatory | Pharmaceutical | No end date specified |
| Central | Ministry Of Road Transport And Highways Extends Validity Of Documents Under Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 Till 30Th September 2020 | 09-06-2020 | The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways ("Ministry") has extended the validity of fitness certificate, all types of Permit, Learners license, Drivers license, Registration certificate or any such document whose extension of validity could not or is not likely to be granted due to restrictions imposed during the lockdown (may have expired since 1st February 2020 or will expire at any time till 30th September 2020), till 30th September 2020. Background: In light of the difficulty faced by people in renewal of validity of various documents related to Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 and allied Rules, the Ministry had issued an advisory to the States and Union Territories stating that the certificate of fitness, all types of permits, driving license, registration certificates which were valid till 1st February 2020 or would expire by 30th June 2020, be treated as valid till 30th June 2020. Additionally, in order to facilitate the citizens during COVID-19, the Ministry had issued a Notification prescribing that the fees paid for any of the activities mentioned under Rule 32 and Rule 81 (for example: Issue of learners license; Issue of driving license; Renewal of license etc), including the renewals, and if the activities are not completed due to COVID-19, the fees that were paid would continue to remain valid. Also, additional or late fees are not be charged for delay in payment of fees till 31st July, 2020. The Ministry has requested the States and Union Territories to consider provisions available under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 or under other Acts for considering relaxation in requirement of permit, or fees or taxes for renewal/ penalty for permits etc. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended document | Advisory | All | 30-09-2020 |
| Chandigarh | Chandigarh Government Grants Conditional Exemption To Shops And Commercial Establishments In The Ut From The Provisions Of The Punjab Shops And Commercial Establishment Act, 1958 (As Applicable To Ut Of Chandigarh), For A Period Of 3 Months Starting 9Th June 2020 | 09-06-2020 | In a Notification dated 9th June, 2020, the Labour Department, Chandigarh (Department) has informed that the employers of the shops and commercial establishments in Chandigarh will be allowed to open their outlets on all days of the week, thereby exempting all shops and commercial establishments from the provisions of the Punjab Shops and Commercial Establishments Act, 1958 (as applicable to Chandigarh) (Act), for a period of 3 months. The said exemption has been granted subject to the following conditions: 1. All provisions of the Act and the Rules relating to employment, working conditions, rest, interval, weekly off days and other restrictions must be complied with; 2. Opening and closing hours of all these shops and commercial establishments will remain the same on all 7 days of the week. 3. Rotation of employees should be done so that mandatory weekly rest is given to the employees. 4. The Order issued separately under the Disaster Management Act regarding odd-even formula in selected markets will continue to remain in force. Background: In view of the outbreak of the pandemic COVID 19 and its adverse effect on the economy, there is a need to boost up the economy. In light of this, the exemptions have been issued through the present Order. | Mandatory | All | 09-09-2020 |
| Delhi | Delhi Government Directs Bars In Hotels, Clubs And Restaurants To Remain Non-Operational, Till Further Orders | 08-06-2020 | In an order dated 8th June, 2020 the Government of NCT Delhi (Government) has issued the following directions: 1. Bar licenses in Hotels, Clubs and Restaurants granted in form of L-15/L-15F, L-16/L-16F, L-17/L-17F, L-18/L-18F, L-19/L-19F, L-20/L-20F, L-28/L-28F and L-29/L-29F shall remain non operational till further orders. 2. All L-10 vends (located in shopping malls) are not allowed to open their shops without conducting MSR Activity. 3. All L-10 licensees (located in shopping malls) must conduct MSR Activity between 8th Jun and 9th June, 2020. Thereafter, the licensees have to submit a compliance report to AC (L-10) , Excise Department along with the undertaking that the shop does not fall in the containment zone. (Note: Only after submission of MSR compliance report and the undertaking from the licensee, the shops shall be allowed to be opened), subject to strict compliance of National Directives of COVID-19 Management and Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) on preventive measures in shopping malls to contain the spread of COVID-19) 4. All L-10 Vends that are permitted to operate may open on a daily basis from 9:00 am to 8:00pm. 5. In case any L-10 vend located in a shopping mall is opened on the basis of false information, the license of the shop is liable to be cancelled. 6. If an L-10 vend which is permitted to operate, comes under the containment zone in future, it must be closed immediately. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended document | Mandatory | Accommodation and food service activities | No end date specified |
| Haryana | Shopping Malls Will Be Allowed To Open With Effect From 08.06.2020 In Haryana According To Sop Issued By The State Disaster Management Authority, Haryana | 08-06-2020 | District Magistrate, Rewari in an Order dated 8th June, 2020 has allowed shopping malls to remain open from 8th June, 2020 onwards but only between 9 AM till 8 PM only. SOPs have been issued as well with regard to sanitization / cleanliness in all areas inside shopping malls including food courts at regular intervals. Social distancing to be strictly followed. Along with that gaming arcade and children play areas along with cinema halls have to remain closed and people/visitors to wear masks at all times. | Mandatory | Shopping Malls | No end date specified |
| Central | Relaxation From Compliance With Certain Provisions Of The Sebi (Issue And Listing Of Debt Securities) Regulations, 2008 And Sebi (Non-Convertible Redeemable Preference Shares) Regulations, 2013 And Certain Sebi Circulars Due To The Covid -19 Virus Pandemic | 08-06-2020 | The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has, in a Circular No. SEBI/HO/DDHS/CIR/P/2020/ dated 8th June, 2020, further extended the relaxation period for disclosure of financial results by issuers, who intend/propose to list their Non- Convertible Debentures (NCDs) / Non-Convertible Redeemable Preference Shares (NCRPS) / Commercial Papers (CPs), for another month from 31st May, 2020 to 30th June, 2020. This extension is effective immediately i.e. 8th June, 2020. Background: SEBI had, in a Circular no. SEBI/HO/DDHS/ON/P/2020/41 dated 23rd March, 2020 specified guidelines for relaxation from compliance with certain provisions of the SEBI (Issue and Listing of Debt Securities) Regulations, 2008 and other SEBI Circulars due to the COVID -19 virus pandemic. Now, SEBI has partially amended the Circular dated 23rd March, 2020 to extend the cut-off date for issuance of NCDs/NCRPS /CPs by issuers intending/proposing to list their NCDs/NCRPS /CPs. Please refer to the attached documents for details. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Odisha | Odisha Government Orders All Religious Places, Shopping Malls, Places Of Public Entertainment To Remain Closed Till 30.6.2020. | 08-06-2020 | The Office of Special Relief Commissioner, Odisha (Office) has in an Order dated 8th June, 2020 partially modified the Offices Order No.3255/R&DM(DM) dated 7th June, 2020 and directed that ¢ All religious places/ places of worship for public will continue to remain closed till 30th June, 2020. ¢ All shopping malls will continue to remain closed till 30th June, 2020. ¢ All cinema halls, gymnasiums, swimming pools, entertainment parks, theatres, bars, auditoriums, assembly halls and similar places will continue to remain closed till 30th June, 2020. The Office has further clarified that, as per the guidelines regarding hotels and restaurants contained in the Offices order No.3057/R&DM(DM) dated 1st June, 2020, i. Hotels will be allowed to operate up to 30% capacity. ii. Restaurant service will be open only for in-house guests. iii. Restaurants and Hotels will be permitted for home delivery/ takeaways of food. Please refer to the attached documents for details. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Jammu And Kashmir | Jammu And Kashmir Issues Sop For Operating Saloons, Barber Shops And Parlors | 08-06-2020 | In pursuance of the UT Government Order allowing Salons/ Barber Shops and Parlors to remain open from 8.6.2020 onwards, the government of Jammu and Kashmir has now issued the SOP to be followed by such establishments. The SOP includes instructions for both: a. Owners/ workers at Saloons/ Barber Shops and Parlours b. Customers at Saloons/ Barber Shops and Parlours For a detailed read of the SOP, please refer to the appended document. | Mandatory | Saloons/ Barber Shops and Parlours | No end date specified |
| Chandigarh | Starting Of Long Route Bus Operation From 08.06.2020 By Chandigarh Transport Undertaking | 08-06-2020 | Through a Press Release the general public has been intimated that Chandigarh Transport Undertaking plans to start its Long Route Bus Operation from 08.06.2020. Buses will be operated from point to point i.e. source to destination station only with 50% passengers capacity and no boarding/de-boarding of passengers en-route the journey will be allowed. As a preventive measure to spread the pandemic of COVID-19 following measures will be taken:- 1.Thermal screening will be done at ISBT-43. 2.Buses will be operated with 50% occupancy only. 3.Sanitization of the buses will be done twice at start of trip and end of the trip. | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Telangana | Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation Adopts Mha Sops On Preventive Measures To Contain The Spread Of Covid-19 In Offices | 08-06-2020 | The Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation through Circular dated 8th June, 2020 has adopted the Ministry of Home Affairs SOP to prevent and contain the spread of COVID-19 in offices. The SOP has been segregated into: 1. Generic preventive measures to be followed at all times; 2 Measures specific to offices; 3. Measures to be taken on occurrence of case(s) and; 4. Disinfection procedures to be implemented in case of occurrence of suspect/confirmed case. Key Highlights - 1. Minimum distance of 6 feet; 2. Spitting shall be strictly prohibited; 3. Installation & use of Aarogya Setu App by employees; 4. Mandatory hand hygiene and thermal screening at entrance; 5. Residents of containment zones must inform supervisory officer and refrain from attending office till containment zone is de-notified and be permitted to work from home (WfH) without being considered to be on leave; 6. Encourage meeting through video conferencing; 7. Prominently display Posters/standees/AV media on preventive measures about COVID-19; 8. Stagger office hours, wherever possible; 9. Mandatorily use face covers / masks along with frequent hand washing and /or use of alcohol-based hand sanitizer. Respiratory etiquettes should be strictly adhered to while sneezing or coughing. Supervisory officer should be informed about any illness at the earliest; 10. Arrange hand sanitisers, soap and running water in washrooms; 11. Maintain adequate social distancing while making seating arrangements; 12. Restrict number of people and maintain social distancing in elevators; 13. Properly dispose face covers / masks / gloves used by all; 14. Maintain social distancing norms in cafeteria/canteen/dining halls. Make staff / waiters wear mask, hand gloves and take other required precautionary measures. Seating arrangement should ensure minimum 1 meter between patrons; 15. Drivers living in containment zones should not attend work. Disinfect common surfaces in cars using 1% sodium hypochlorite solution/ spray; For a detailed read of the guidelines, please refer to the document. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Fssai Operationalizes The Food Safety And Standards (Food Product Standards And Food Additives) Amendment Regulations, 2020 Relating To Standards For Fortified Atta, Fortified Maida, Iodized Salt And Iron Fortified Iodized Salt | 08-06-2020 | The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has, in a Notification dated 8th June, 2020, operationalised the Food Safety and Standards (Food Product Standards and Food Additives) Amendment Regulations, 2020 (Amendment Regulations) with immediate effect. Background: Standards for iodized salt, iron fortified iodized salt (double fortified salt) when fortified with iron and iodine, fortified Atta and fortified maida are prescribed under both the Food Safety and Standards (Fortification of Foods) Regulations, 2018 (Fortification Regulations) and the Food Safety and Standards (Food Product Standards and Food Additives) Regulations, 2011 (Food Additives Regulations). Hence, to avoid duplication, the standards for these food products were proposed to be removed from the Food Additives Regulations and the draft of the Amendment Regulations was issued and is currently under finalisation. However, representation have been received from stakeholders on facing legal actions by the State Food Authorities due to the standards under the Fortification Regulations and the Food Additives Regulations being in variance of each other. Hence, in light of the above and as the finalisation of the Amendment Regulations would take time due to the pandemic COVID-19 situation, the FSSAI has operationalised the Amendment Regulations. | Mandatory | Food industries | No end date specified |
| Uttarakhand | Govt. Of Uttarakhand Issues Standard Operating Procedures For Passengers Of Domestic Flights | 08-06-2020 | The Uttarakhand State Disaster Management Authority, Government of Uttarakhand, has issued Standard Operating Procedures for passengers of Domestic Flights. Key Highlights: 1) People who desire to travel by flight have to mandatorily get themselves registered on the web portal (https://dsclservices.in/uttarakhand-migrantregistration.php). 2) All passengers will be kept in institutional quarantine for a time period, as specified by the health authorities/ state government unless they show symptoms which require keeping them in medical facilities. 3) All inbound passengers will be given a choice to select quarantine centre on their own. Complete list of quarantine centres, on payment basis, will be available at the help desk. The rate contract will be fixed in advance as per the State government / district administration guidelines. 4) Only earmarked vehicles exempted by District Administration will be used for transportation of such passengers to quarantine centres. 5) Earmarking of separate vehicles for movement of symptomatic passengers to the identified health facilities will be done, keeping in mind all norms of safety and social distancing. 6) At the time of discharge of such people from quarantine centre, travel permits will be issued to them by the District Nodal Officers only on submission of relevant medical documents and information of such permits issued will be shared with the concerned District Nodal Offices and the satellite control rooms, on a daily basis. 7) Movement to/ from containment zones is completely prohibited. For a detailed read of the Standard Operating Procedures, please refer to the attachment provided. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Himachal Pradesh | Government Of Himachal Pradesh Adopts Mohfw Sop On Preventive Measures To Contain Spread Of Covid-19 In Offices | 08-06-2020 | The Government of Himachal Pradesh, has adopted the Standard Operating Procedures ("SOPs") issued by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) to prevent and contain the spread of COVID-19 in offices. The SOP has been segregated into: 1. Generic preventive measures to be followed at all times; 2. Measures specific to offices; 3. Measures to be taken on occurrence of case(s) and; 4. Disinfection procedures to be implemented in case of occurrence of suspect/confirmed case. Key Highlights: 1. Minimum distance of 6 feet; 2. Spitting shall be strictly prohibited; 3. Installation & use of Aarogya Setu App by employees; 4. Mandatory hand hygiene and thermal screening at entrance; 5. Residents of containment zones must inform supervisory officer and refrain from attending office till containment zone is de-notified and be permitted to work from home (WfH) without being considered to be on leave; 6. Encourage meeting through video conferencing; 7. Prominently display Posters/standees/AV media on preventive measures about COVID-19; 8. Stagger office hours, wherever possible; 9. Mandatorily use face covers / masks along with frequent hand washing and /or use of alcohol-based hand sanitizer. Respiratory etiquettes should be strictly adhered to while sneezing or coughing. Supervisory officer should be informed about any illness at the earliest; 10. Arrange hand sanitisers, soap and running water in washrooms; 11. Maintain adequate social distancing while making seating arrangements; 12. Restrict number of people and maintain social distancing in elevators; 13. Properly dispose face covers / masks / gloves used by all; 14. Maintain social distancing norms in cafeteria/canteen/dining halls. Make staff / waiters wear mask, hand gloves and take other required precautionary measures. Seating arrangement should ensure minimum 1 meter between patrons; 15. Drivers living in containment zones should not attend work. Disinfect common surfaces in cars using 1% sodium hypochlorite solution/ spray; 16. Upon occurrence of cases among employees, take the following measures: a. Isolate unwell person from others. b. Inform nearest medical facility or call State or District doctor. c. Steps for closure/disinfection of office spaces in the event an employee tests positive: d. For one or two cases, disinfect places/areas visited by the patient in the last 48 hours. Do not close the entire office building/halt work in other offices of the building. e. For larger outbreaks, close the entire building/block for 48 hours after thorough disinfection. Allow staff to WfH till adequate disinfection of building/block is carried out and is declared fit for re-occupation. For a detailed read, please refer to the attached document. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Ladakh | Union Territory Of Ladakh Issues Precautionary Measures/ Sops Along With The Guidelines Annexed To Mha Unlock 1.0 Order To Be Followed Till 30Th June, 2020 | 08-06-2020 | The Administration of Union Territory of Ladakh has issued precautionary measures along with the guidelines annexed to MHA Unlock 1.0 Order, to be followed in the Union Territory till 30th June, 2020, with immediate effect. In the areas categorised as Containment Zones, the provisions of lockdown shall continue to apply. Key Points: 1. All offices and workplaces in the Union Territory to be sanitized on daily basis and in accordance with the SOP of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (dated 4th June, 2020); 2. The office in charge/ head of the office will formally nominate an officer/ employee to ensure hand sanitization and mask related compliance by every visitor; 3. All officers/ employees/ officials to maintain sanitization facility outside their rooms and waiting areas, for each and every visitor and ensure compulsory wearing of face masks by each visitor. Offices to have thermal temperature screening at the gate; 4. Emoployers to ensure on a best effort basis that Aarogya Setu app is installed by all employees having compatible mobile phones; 5. Night curfew: movement of individuals for non-essential activities strictly prohibited between 9:00 pm to 5:00 am; 6. Hotels and Hospitality services permitted to open with fifty (50) percent capacity, subject to the SOP of MOHFW dated 4th June, 2020; Hotels and Guest Houses which accept bookings to maintain details of guests along with their travel history and report any guests who is symptomatic to the District Surveillance Officer; 7. Owners of the Hotels/ Guest Houses / Home stays to ensure social distancing and availability of hand sanitizers at lobbies, restaurants, lawns and business centers; and ensure frequent sanitation of common areas and spaces; 8. All shops and restaurants (including hotels) will open in the Orange and Green categorized districts, including barber - shops, saloons and beauty parlours, subject to SOPs issued by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare; 9. In Red category Districts, the shops in the market complex/ area will operate on the basis of the roster to be notified by the Deputy Commissioner concerned. Hotels and restaurnats may operate for take-away only (subject to SOPs of MOHFW dated 4th June, 2020) . 10. Intra-district movement by private vehicles and taxi/ cabs will be regulated by the existing SOPs issued by the District Magistrate. Public transport will be available only in the Orange and Green category districts barring containment zones. Passenger transport vehicles (buses and mini buses) will be permitted with upto 50% seating capacity; 11. Only approved movement of individuals permitted between Red and Orange/ Green category districts; 12. Religious places to remain closed for congregtations and prayers; may be open for tourism purposes subject to strict protocols for prevention of COVID-19. 13. Passengers arriving by air and road in Ladakh and are found to be symptomatic upon screening, will undergo mandatory quarantine after which they will be tested for COVID-19; Such persons to be released only after their test report is found to be negative; 14. All asymptomatic passengers arriving by air are required to self-monitor their health for 14 days or the duration of their stay in quarantine (if less than 14 days for any COVID-19 related symptoms). In case they develop any symptoms, they are required to inform the District Surveillance Officer; For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Haryana | District Magistrate Of Sonipat In Haryana Issues Order Extending Lockdown In Containment Zones Till 30.6.2020; Specifies Measures To Reopen Places Of Worship, Hotels, Restaurants, Other Hospitality Services And Shopping Malls Outside Containment Zones | 08-06-2020 | The District Magistrate-cum-Chairperson, District Disaster Management Authority, Sonipat, Haryana has in an Order dated June 8, 2020 extended the lockdown in Containment Zones in Sonipat District upto 30th June , 2020. Re-opening of all hotels, restaurants & other hospitality services, shopping malls and religious places/places of worship, for the general public in district Sonipat has been permitted w.e.f. June 8, 2020 subject to strict compliance with all generic preventive measures and SOPs, issued by Ministry of Home Affairs and Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. The Order specifies that the religious places/places of worship, hotels, restaurants & other hospitality services and shopping malls in containment zones shall remain closed and only those outside the containment zones will be allowed to open. All such places / establishments must be opened with the generic preventive measures including simple public health measures, maintaining social distancing (2 gaz ki doori). Wearing of face covers/masks need to be observed by all (workers and visitors) in these places at all times. Some of the additional conditions for opening such places/ establishments in Sonipat District are listed below. Hotels, Restaurants and other Hospitalities Units/Services: 1. Banquet Halls with approximate size of around 2000 sq. ft. and above shall be allowed to operate with maximum of 50 guests at a time by following the formula of social distancing i.e. 2 gaz ki doori. 2. Restaurants shall be allowed to take orders from customers from 09.00 am to 08.00 PM and operate only with the 50°/0 seating capacity. 3. No Bars in the restaurants shall be allowed. 4. Room services or take away for dine in rooms shall be allowed. 5. Gaming Arcades and Children Plan Areas (Wherever applicable) shall remain closed. 6. All workers should wear Masks & gloves. 7. Sanitization should be done at regular intervals Restrictions for operation of Restaurants: 1. Restaurants shall be allowed to take orders from customers from 09.00 AM to 08.00 PM and operate only with the 50% seating capacity. 2. No Buffet services shall be allowed. Only ala crate (Ordering individually on the menu) services are allowed. 3. No Bars in the restaurants shall be allowed. 4. All workers should wear masks and gloves. 5. Sanitization should be done at regular intervals. Further conditions for Hotels and Restaurants is specified at Annexure II and Annexure III respectively. Shopping Malls: 1. Gaming Arcades and Children Play Areas (Wherever applicable) and cinema halls shall remain closed. 2. Sanitization should be done at regular intervals. 3. All workers should wear masks. Further conditions for Shopping Malls are specified at Annexure IV. Religious places/places of worship for public. 1. No aarti, congregation or mass & collective gathering for prayers shall be allowed. Only individual prayers shall be allowed; 2. Physical offering like Prasad/Langars etc. distribution or sprinkling of holy water etc. inside the religious place should not be allowed. However, Community kitchens already running should continue to operate by following physical distancing norms while preparing and distributing food. 3. Sanitization should be done at regular intervals. 4. All workers should wear masks. Further conditions for Religious places/places of worship is specified at Annexure I. The Order mandates that timings for all the above activities must remain between 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM so as to ensure compliance of night curfew i.e. between 9:00 PM to 5:00 AM. Any person violating the stated measures will be liable to be proceeded as per provisions of Section 51 to 60 of Disaster Management Act, 2005 besides legal action U/s 188 of the I.P.C. and other legal provisions of the Epidemic Disease Act, 1897 etc. For a detailed read, please refer to appended Order | Mandatory | Accommodation and food service activities| Places of worship | Shopping malls | 30-06-2020 |
| Uttarakhand | Uttarakhand Govt. Rolls Out Guidelines For Opening Of Hotels And Hospitals Services, Restaurants, Malls, Religious Place/ Places Of Worship | 07-06-2020 | The Uttarakhand State Disaster Management Authority in an Order dated 7th June, 2020 has issued guidelines for reopening of hotels / hospitality services, restaurants, shopping malls, religious places / places of worship. Key Highlights - 1. All hotels are allowed to open in the state but hotels in containment zones will remain closed till further orders. 2. Restaurants, religious places/places of worship and shopping malls to remain open from 7 AM to 7 PM only. However, places inside containment zones will remain closed till further orders. 3. Travelling by helicopter and fixed wing is permitted under UDAN scheme. The passengers after deboarding have to follow guidelines prescribed by the state government. 4. Hotel owners will have to take a self declaration form filled by customers that say that the customer cannot visit any tourist place during his/her stay in the hotel. 5.Shopping malls and restaurants to follow guidelines issued by the Tourism Department. 6. Pilgrims from places outside the state are not allowed till further orders. | Mandatory | Hotels/Hospitality services, Restaurants, Malls, Religious places/places of worship | No end date specified |
| Goa | North Goa Issues Restrictions Under Section 144 Of Code Of Criminal Procedure, 1973 With Immediate Effect | 07-06-2020 | The District Magistrate, North Goa District, has issued a prohibitory Order dated 7th June, 2020 under Section 144 of Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973. The present Order is in supersession of earlier Order dated 3rd May, 2020 and is effective immediately. Pursuant to the Order, ban has been imposed on the following: 1. Movement of all individuals for all non-essential activities between 9.00 p.m. to 5.00 a.m. 2. All shops / establishments except essentials from 9.00 p.m. to 5.00 a.m; 3. Gymnasiums; 4. Sports complexes; 5. Auditoriums/ community halls, assembly halls and similar places; 6. Bars; 7. Schools, colleges, educational/ training/ coaching institutions; 8. Cinema Halls/Theatres; 9. Swimming pools; 10. Social/ political/ entertainment/ academic/ cultural/ religious functions and other large congregations; 11. Casinos; 12. River Cruises; 13. Multiplexes; 14. Consumption of liquor in public places; 15. Entertainment parks; 16. Spa / Massage parlours; 17.Sale and consumption of pan, Gutkha and Tobacco in public places. Persons contravening the above-mentioned will be punishable under Section 188 of the Indian Penal Code. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Chhattisgarh | Dantewada In South Bastar District Of Chhattisgarh Issues Guidelines For Permitting Additional Activities From 8Th June, 2020 | 07-06-2020 | Dantewada in South Bastar District of Chhattisgarh has issued guidelines for permitting additional activities from 8th June, 2020: a. Public parks / gardens have been permitted to open; b. Religious / places of worship to operate as per the guidelines mentioned in the SOP issued by Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. c. Outdoor activities can be conducted in the clubs and sporting complexes; d. Restaurants to allow only take away; e. Hotel operation only for the predetermined usage subject to adherence to SOP issued by Ministry of Health and Family Welfare; (Note: Shopping malls are not allowed to open and operate). For a detailed read of the order and the related SOP with regard to religious /places of worship, please refer to the appended document. | Mandatory | Restaurants/ Hotels/ Places of Worship/ Recreational facilities/ Shopping malls | No end date specified |
| Delhi | Government Of Nct Delhi Orders All Hospitals And Nursing Homes In Delhi To Only Admit Bone Fide Residents Of Delhi | 07-06-2020 | The Health and Family Welfare Department, Delhi (Department) has in an Order dated 7th June, 2020 ordered all Government and Private hospitals and nursing homes, operating in Delhi, to ensure that only bona fide residents of National Capital Territory (NCT) of Delhi, holding any of the specified valid proof of residence, are admitted for treatment in these hospitals. The Department has however, clarified that treatment for the following will continue for all patients irrespective of their place of residence: i. Transplantation ii. Oncology iii. Neurosurgeries iv. Victims of road accidents, acid attacks happening within the NCT of Delhi | Mandatory | Healthcare | No end date specified |
| Delhi | Delhi Disaster Management Authority Allows Restaurant, Malls And Religious Places And Places Of Worship To Open; Also Removes Restriction On Movement Of Personnel And Goods | 07-06-2020 | The Delhi Disaster Management Authority (Authority) has issued a notification by virtue of which restrictions relating to certain activities have been removed. Previously, on 1st June 2020, the Authority had issued guidelines for extension of Lockdown and for Unlock 1, by virtue of which certain activities like restaurants, shopping malls and religious places and place of worship were prohibited in order to prevent further spread of COVID-19. Additionally, this notification allowed free movement of people within the National Capital Territory of Delhi without need of any separate pass or permission or approval or e-permit. However, inter-state movement of non-residents was allowed only on production of e-passes issued for essential service or in case of emergent situations. Now, pursuant to the current notification, the following activities are allowed: (a) Restaurants (b) Shopping Malls (c) Religious places and places of worship. (d) Unrestricted movement of personnel and goods without requirement of any separate pass or permission or approval or e-permit. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Gujarat | Standard Operating Procedure (Sop)/ Protocol For Repatriation Of Foreign Seafarers From Alang Port, Gujarat | 07-06-2020 | The Directorate General of Shipping, Mumbai ("Directorate"), has in an Order dated 7th June, 2020, issued the Standard Operating Procedure ("SOP")/Protocol for repatriation of foreign seafarers from Alang Port, Gujarat. The Ministry of Home Affairs vide Office Memorandum dated 06th June, 2020 permitted repatriation of foreign seafarers from Alang port as per the SOP proposed by the Ministry of Shipping. Accordingly, the Directorate has through this Order prescribed the following SOP for sign-off and repatriation of foreign seafarers from ship breaking yards for compliance by all stakeholders. SOP for controlled crew change for seafarer sign-off at Indian Ship Breaking Yards: 1. Ensure Directorate Order dated 22nd April, 2020 is complied with as applicable. 2. Ship owner/Recruitment and Placement Services ("RPS")/Ship breaking yards to ensure that the validity of passport and sticker visas (EV, BV and X-entry) issued to foreign seafarer is having a minimum validity of three months and is adequate for their stay in India till they board International flights for travel outside India. 3. The foreign seafarers arriving with valid passport but with an expired Indian visa would be allowed to sign-off after granting chargeable Temporary Landing Permit (TLP) for one month. 4. The foreign seafarers arriving with expired passport, would be isolated and kept in preventive custody in identified centres till the revalidation of their passport through local embassies. The onus of revalidation of passport will be on the shipping company or RPS. 5. The master of a vessel, before arrival at its port of call in Indian Ship yard shall ascertain the state of health of each person on board the vessel and submit the Maritime Declaration of Health to the health authorities of the port and to the port authorities. In addition, the information required by the local health authorities of the port, like temperature chart, individual health declaration, etc. shall also be provided by the master as per the directives of the health authorities of the port. Port health authorities shall grant pratique to the vessel prior to beaching as per necessary health protocols. 6. Foreign seafarer to wear necessary PPE (masks, hand gloves) on arrival. 7. All the luggage and personal effects of the foreign seafarers has to be disinfected at time of disembarkation. 8. Foreign seafarer will be cleared by Immigration authority at the nearest immigration center (e.g. Bhavnagar in case of Alang) and custom authorities for luggage clearances, etc. after arrival at the port/breaking yard. 9. Foreign seafarer arriving from a vessel would need to undergo the COVID-19 test to confirm that he/she is negative of COVID-19. After disembarking and till the time the seafarer reaches the testing facility, it will be ensured by the shipowner/RPS that all safety precautions as per standard health protocols are observed. 10. Till the time test reports are received, the seafarer shall be kept under quarantine facility by the Port/State Health Authorities. 11. Foreign seafarer tested as positive for COVID-19, will be required to comply as per the procedures laid down by Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India. 12. Till such time international flights are available for the desired location/country, ship owner/RPS agency to arrange for boarding and lodging of the foreign seafarer at a safe location. 13. Upon a foreign seafarer tested as negative, the Ship owner/RPS agency/Ship breaking yard to ensure completion of the following processes: a. Seafarers travel route post sign-off is to be identified; b. Details of the Seafarer, vehicle and driver or the mode (flight, etc.) of proposed travel to be uploaded by Ship Recycler on Directorate website e-pass for foreign seafarers" link for generation of e-pass, if needed. 14. Ship Recycler to download the e-pass and share it with local agents, seafarers and driver for the travel, if needed. 15. The transit pass (to and fro) will be issued for a fixed route and with specified validity and will have to be adhered to strictly. 16. Ship owner/RPS/Ship breaking yard to ensure the following for taking seafarer to airport: a. Vehicle being used for travel is properly sanitized and PPE (masks, hand gloves) and sanitizers made available for driver and seafarer; b. Driver and seafarer to maintain the social distancing requirements as per the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare Guidelines. 17. On reaching the airport, seafarer to abide by the quarantine/isolation and health protocols as desired by airport authorities. 18. In addition to above, seafarer to abide and fully comply by all the concerned flag state Orders pertaining to COVID-19 at all times. | Mandatory | Dock/Port Operations | No end date specified |
| Jammu And Kashmir | Order/Guidelines/Instructions On Lockdown Measures In The Union Territory Of Jammu And Kashmir Wef 08-06-2020 | 07-06-2020 | The Department of Disaster Management, Relief, Rehabilitation and Reconstruction, Government of Jammu and Kashmir, in an Order dated 7th June, 2020, has issued Guidelines for allowing certain activities with regulations in the Union Territory (UT) of Jammu and Kashmir, from 8th June, 2020. Prohibited activities in Jammu and Kashmir from 8th June, 2020, until further orders: 1) Inter-UT/State, inter-province and inter-district buses for public transport and private vehicles, except those allowed under this Order. 2) Schools, colleges, universities, educational/training/coaching institutions (including Anganwadi centres), etc. Online/distance learning however, is permitted. 3) All cinema halls, gymnasiums, swimming pools, entertainment parks, spas, theatres, bars, auditoriums, assembly halls and similar places. 4) All social/political/sports/entertainment/academic/cultural/religious functions and other large gatherings and congregations. Religious places will continue to remain closed until further orders. 5) No inter-province or inter-state/UT movement of individuals allowed except after obtaining permissions or in permitted public transport, after following prescribed health protocols. 6) Movement of all individuals for non-essential activities between 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. 7) Persons above 65 years of age, persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women and children below the age of 10 years, must stay at home, except for meeting essential requirements or for health purposes. Protocol to be followed for all Returnees/Travellers coming into Jammu and Kashmir: All passengers/travellers/returnees coming to Jammu and Kashmir, whether by road, rail or air, will have to compulsorily a COVID-19 RTPCR test, following which they will be under a 14-day administrative/institutional quarantine, till the test result is negative, in which case they will be released for home quarantine, or if found positive, they will be sent to a COVID hospital for treatment. Highlights of Containment Zone Protocol: 1) Ensuring 100% coverage of Aarogya Setu app among the residents of Containment Zone. 2) Private clinics and OPDs not permitted. Key Highlights of Activities permitted in the UT of Jammu and Kashmir with permissions: 1) Normal functioning of private hospitals, clinics and nursing homes (including OPD services). 2) All e-commerce and courier services. 3) All restaurants, including hotels, can operate for home delivery and take-away only (without dine-ins), subject to the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MOHFW). 4) Hotels and Hospitality services can operate with 50% capacity, subject to the SOP of the MOHFW, with particular focus on- i) Full protection gear and equipment for hotel staff. ii) Details of guests with entire travel history to be maintained. iii) Only room-service of food should be done instead of dine-in restaurants. iv) Frequent sanitization of common areas and spaces. v) Necessary health precautions for guests and staff. 5) All Shopping Malls can open, subject to the SOP of the MOHFW, except in Red Zones. Special focus is required on the following- i) Timing- 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. ii) Special markings for social distancing, wherever needed. iii) Air conditioning in malls- 24-30 degree Celsius; Relative Humidity 40-70%; Adequate cross ventilation and intake of fresh air. iv) Food courts and dining facilities in malls are not allowed for dine-in purposes. However, take-away or home delivery is permitted. v) Childrens gaming zones, gaming arcades and cinemas inside malls will remain closed. vi) All railings and door knobs to be frequently sanitized with sodium hypochlorite solution. 6) Banks and financial services. 7) Liquor shops and manufacturing units. 8) Barber shops, saloons and parlours, subject to SOPs issued for such establishments separately. 9) Self-employed service providers such as plumbers, technicians, electricians, etc. 10) Intra-district movement of individuals in vehicles is allowed, with a maximum of 2 passengers besides the driver (in 4-wheelers) and with no pillion rider (in case of 2-wheelers). Passes are required in Red Districts. Highlights of Additional Activities permitted in Orange Districts (No passes required): 1) All shops, including in market areas/bazaars/market complexes, subject to certain conditions. 2) All private offices with 100% strength. SOP of the MOHFW is to be followed. 3) Inter-district movement of individuals in private vehicles between Orange and Green districts (without crossing a Red district). Maximum of 4 passengers besides the driver is allowed for 4-wheelers and no pillion rider is allowed for 2-wheelers. 4) Taxi and cab aggregators are permitted to operate only within the district (Maximum of one driver and two passengers). Highlights of Additional Activities permitted in Green Districts (No passes required): 1) All activities permitted in Orange districts. 2) Taxi and cab aggregators allowed to operate only within the district (Maximum of one driver and two passengers). Highlights of Restrictions in Red Districts: Private offices are allowed to operate with 100% strength, with passes required for staff. The SOP of the MOHFW needs to be followed. Highlights of Industrial and Service Activities: 1) Industrial activities can resume at all industrial estates with 100% workforce, in Green, Orange and Red districts. 2) Industrial activities can resume in all rural areas outside municipal limits with 100% workforce. 3) In urban areas in Red and Orange districts, for industries within municipal limits, industrial activities can resume with 75% workforce with the permission as laid down in Attachment B of this Order. 4) All industries will have to comply with the health, safety and other instructions in Attachment B of this Order. Highlights of Construction Activities: 1) For construction projects within municipal limits, the labour/construction workers will have to stay at the construction site. 2) In construction projects in rural areas, the labourers have to stay in the areas adjoining the construction site. There cannot be huge scale daily movement of labourers over long distances. 3) Private construction activities will be allowed in all Green and Orange districts, without any need for permissions. The labour in all projects within urban municipal limits have to be kept in-situ only. In Red districts, District Magistrates will assess the ground situation and issue permissions as necessary both for construction and any related activity. Further, this Order provides for the following: 1) Complete prohibition on inter-district movement of individuals between (except after following prescribed procedure at Attachment A in this Order)- i) Green/Orange districts and Red districts. ii) Between two Red districts. iii) Crossing a Red district. 2) Measures to be taken on occurrence of positive cases of COVID-19 in offices, hotels, restaurants and shopping malls. | Mandatory | All Industries | No end date specified |
| Jammu And Kashmir | Classification Of Districts In Jammu And Kashmir As Red Orange And Green For The Purpose Of Implementing The Lockdown Wef 08-06-2020 | 07-06-2020 | In an Order dated 7th June, 2020, the Department of Disaster Management, Relief, Rehabilitation and Reconstruction, Government of Jammu and Kashmir, has categorized the following districts under Red, Orange and Green: 1) Red- All districts of Kashmir province except Ganderbal and Bandipora; Ramban district of Jammu province. 2) Orange- Kathua (except the Lakhanpur Containment Zone on the National Highway, which will be a Red/Containment Zone with a 500 metres buffer), Samba, Bandipora, Ganderbal, Reasi, Udhampur, Poonch, Rajouri and Jammu. 3) Green- Doda and Kishtwar. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Rajasthan | Rajasthan Issues Standard Operating Procedure For Hotels And Hospitality Services, Restaurants, Clubs And Shopping Malls To Follow While Re-Starting Operations From 8Th June, 2020 | 06-06-2020 | Rajasthan has permitted activities pertaining to Hotels and Hospitality services, Restaurants and Clubs along with Shopping Malls to re-open from 8th of June 2020, subject to their adherence to conditions prescribed for re-opening in the Standard Operating Procedures issued by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Govt. of India: Key Compliance Obligations: Generic measures: i. Physical distancing of at least 6 feet to be followed as far as feasible; ii. use of face covers/masks to be made mandatory; iii. frequent hand washing with soap (for at least 40-60 seconds) even when hands are not visibly dirty. Use of alcohol-based hand sanitizers (for at least 20 seconds) wherever feasible; iv. respiratory etiquettes to be strictly followed; involves strict practice of covering ones mouth and nose while coughing/sneezing with a tissue/handkerchief/flexed elbow and disposing off used tissues properly. v. self-monitoring of health by all and reporting any illness at the earliest to State and District helpline; vi. spitting strictly prohibited; and vii. installation and use of Aarogya Setu app shall be advised to all; Key (specific) measures for re-opening of Hotels and other Hospitality Units: Ensure: 1. hand hygiene (sanitizer dispenser) and thermal screening provisions at entrance; separate entry and exit for staff and guests and goods; 2. that only asymptomatic staff and guests are allowed; 3. that staff and guests are allowed entry only if they wear face cover/masks; 4. that adequate manpower is deployed by ensuring social distancing norms; 5. that staff to wear gloves and take required precautionary measures; 6. that employees at higher risk i.e. older employees, pregnant employees and employees who have underlying medical conditions, to take extra precautions. They should preferably not be exposed to any front-line work requiring direct contact with the public. Hotel management to facilitate work from home wherever feasible; 7. proper crowd management with social distancing norms; 8. that valet parking (if available) wears face covers/ masks and gloves as appropriate; 9. that physical distancing is maintained while people queue-up for entry and inside the hotel as feasible; 10. restriction on number of people in the elevator with social distancing norms, use of escalators with one person on alternate steps; 11. that details of guest (travel history, medical condition etc.) along with ID and self-declaration form provided by the guest at the reception; 12. Prominent display of posters/ standees/ AV media on preventive measures about COVID-19; 13. to keep hand sanitizer at the reception for guests; 14. adoption of contactless processes like QR online forms, digital payments like e-wallet etc. for both check-in and check-out; 15. availability of appropriate personal protection gears like face covers/masks, gloves and hand sanitizers etc. by hotel to the staff as well as the guests; 16. that for air-conditioning/ventilation, the guidelines of CPWD is followed which inter alia emphasises that the temperature setting of all air conditioning devices should be in the range of 24-30, relative humidity should be in the range of 40 to 70%, intake of fresh air should be as much as possible and cross ventilation should be adequate; 17. effective and frequent sanitation within the premises shall be maintained with particular focus on lavatories, drinking and hand washing stations/areas; 18. cleaning and regular disinfection (using 1% sodium hypochlorite) of frequently touched surfaces (door knobs, elevator buttons, hand rails, benches, washroom fixtures, etc.) in all guest service area and common areas; 19. proper disposal of face covers / masks / gloves left over by guests and/or staff; 20. sanitization of rooms and other service areas each time a guest leaves; 21. that the kitchen staff follows social distancing norms at the work place and kitchen is sanitized at regular intervals; 22. In case of a suspect or confirmed case in the premises: a. Place the ill person in an isolation room or area; b. Provide a mask/face cover till such time he/she is examined by a doctor; c. Immediately inform the nearest medical facility (hospital/clinic) or call the state or district helpline; Key measures specific to re-opening of Restaurants and Clubs: 1. Table seating arrangement will ensure a distance of at least six (6) feet between them; 2. fast food restaurants, with standing table arrangement to ensure a distance of eight (8) feet between tables and not more than two (2) guests on each table; 3. takeaways to be encouraged instead of dine-in; Food delivery personnel to leave the packet at the customer's door and not hand over the food to customer directly; 4. staff for home delivery to be screened thermally prior to allowing home delivery; 5. mandatory hand sanitizer dispenser at the entrance; 6. only asymptomatic staff and patrons to be allowed; staff and patrons to be allowed entry only if using face cover/masks; face covers/ masks to be worn at all times inside the restaurant; 7. prominent display of Posters/standees/AV media on preventive measures about COVID-19; 8. adequate manpower shall be deployed by restaurant management for ensuring social distancing norms; 9. additional patrons to be seated in a designated waiting area with norms of social distancing; 10. seating arrangement to be made in such a way that adequate social distancing is maintained. In restaurants, not more than 50% of seating capacity to be permitted; 11. for air-conditioning/ventilation, the guidelines of CPWD shall be followed which inter alia emphasises that the temperature setting of all air conditioning devices should be in the range of 24-30 degrees, relative humidity should be in the range of 40 to 70%, intake of fresh air should be as much as possible and cross ventilation should be adequate; 12. effective and frequent sanitation within the premises shall be maintained with particular focus on lavatories, drinking and hand washing stations/areas; 13. cleaning and regular disinfection (using 1% sodium hypochlorite) of frequently touched surfaces (door knobs, elevator buttons, hand rails, benches, washroom fixtures, etc.) in all guest service area and common areas; 14. proper disposal of face covers / masks / gloves left over by patrons and/or staff should be ensured. 15. deep cleaning of all washrooms shall be ensured at regular intervals; 16. staff / waiters should wear mask and hand gloves and take other required precautionary measures; 17. contactless mode of ordering and digital mode of payment (using e-wallets) to be encouraged; 18. tables to be sanitized each time customer leaves; 19. in the kitchen, the staff should follow social distancing norms at work place; kitchens area must be sanitized at regular intervals; 20. gaming Arcades/Children play areas (wherever applicable) shall remain closed; 21. in case of suspected or confirmed case of COVID-19 within the premises: a. place the ill person in a room or area isolated from others; b. provide a mask/face cover till such time he/she is examined by a doctor; c. immediately inform the nearest medical facility (hospital/clinic) or call the state or district helpline. Key measures specific to re-opening of Shopping Malls: Ensure: 1. provision of hand sanitizer dispenser and thermal screening provisions at the entrance; 2. that only asymptomatic customers and visitors/ workers allowed; everyone to wear face masks; 3. to prominently display AV media on preventive measures about COVID-19; 4. deployment of adequate manpower to ensure social distancing; 5. that any shops, stalls, cafeteria etc., outside and within the premises to follow social distancing norms at all times; 6. thermal screening of staff for home deliveries prior to allowing home deliveries. 7. that number of people in the elevators shall be restricted, duly maintaining social distancing norms; 8. large gatherings/congregations continue to remain prohibited; 9. cleaning and regular disinfection (using 1% sodium hypochlorite) of frequently touched surfaces (door knobs, elevator buttons, hand rails, benches, washroom fixtures, etc.) 10. that food courts to ensure social distancing norms; contactless mode of payment to be preferred; tables to be sanitized after customers leave; 11. that gaming arcades and children play areas continue to remain closed; For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Arunachal Pradesh | Closure Of Places Of Worship Till 30Th June, 2020 | 06-06-2020 | Invoking powers under the Arunachal Pradesh Epidemic (Prevention of Covid-19) Regulations, 2020, the Directorate of Health Services, Arunachal Pradesh in an order dated 6th June, 2020 has stated all religious institutions / places of worship will remain closed in the State till 30th June, 2020. | Mandatory | Religious Institutions/Places of worship | 30-06-2020 |
| Puducherry | Sops For Reopening Of Various Sectors After Lock Down As Part Of The Phased Re-Opening Of Activities | 06-06-2020 | The Department of Revenue and Disaster Management, Puducherry on 6th June, 2020 has released Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) on preventive measures to contain the spread of COVID-19 in offices and allowing Religious Places / Places of worship for public / Hotels, Restaurants and other hospitality services / shopping malls from 8th June, 2020. The Puducherry Government has adopted the SOPs laid down by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India for the following activities ¢ Religious places / places of worship for public ¢ Hotels, restaurants and other hospitality services ¢ Shopping malls Key Highlights Generic measures: i. Physical distancing of at least 6 feet to be followed as far as feasible; ii. use of face covers/masks to be made mandatory; iii. Frequent hand washing with soap (for at least 40-60 seconds) even when hands are not visibly dirty. Use of alcohol-based hand sanitizers (for at least 20 seconds) wherever feasible; iv. Respiratory etiquettes to be strictly followed; involves strict practice of covering ones mouth and nose while coughing/sneezing with a tissue/handkerchief/flexed elbow and disposing off used tissues properly. v. Self-monitoring of health by all and reporting any illness at the earliest to State and District helpline; vi. Spitting strictly prohibited; vii. Installation and use of Aarogya Satu app shall be advised to all; Key specific measures for Offices: i. Mandatory hand hygiene and thermal screening at entrance; ii. Only asymptomatic staff/ visitor allowed; residents of Containment Zones to inform supervisory officer and refrain from attending office till containment zone is de-notified and be permitted to work from home (WfH) without being considered to be on leave; iii. Encourage meeting through video conferencing; iv. Prominently display Posters/standees/AV media on preventive measures about COVID-19; v. Stagger office hours, wherever possible; vi. Mandatory use of face covers / masks along with frequent hand washing and /or use of alcohol-based hand sanitizer. Respiratory etiquettes should be strictly adhered to while sneezing or coughing. Supervisory officer should be informed about any illness at the earliest; vii. Arrange hand sanitisers, soap and running water in washrooms; viii. Maintain adequate social distancing while making seating arrangements; ix. Restrict number of people and maintain social distancing in elevators; x. Properly dispose face covers / masks / gloves used by all; xi. Maintain social distancing norms in cafeteria/canteen/dining halls. Make staff / waiters wear mask, hand gloves and take other required precautionary measures. Seating arrangement should ensure minimum 1 meter between patrons; xii. Drivers living in containment zones should not attend work. Disinfect common surfaces in cars using 1% sodium hypochlorite solution/ spray; xiii. Upon occurrence of cases among employees, isolate unwell person from others and inform nearest medical facility or call State or District doctor. xiv. Steps for closure/disinfection of office spaces in the event an employee tests positive: a. For one or two cases, disinfect places/areas visited by the patient in the last 48 hours. Do not close the entire office building/halt work in other offices of the building. b. For larger outbreaks, close the entire building/block for 48 hours after thorough disinfection. Allow staff to WfH till adequate disinfection of building/block is carried out and is declared fit for re-occupation. Key points specific to re-opening religious places: 1. Entrance to have hand sanitizer dispenser and thermal screening provisions; 2. Asymptomatic persons to be allowed; 3. Audio and Video clips to spread awareness on preventive measures for COVID-19 should be regularly played; 4. Shoes/ footwear to be preferably taken off inside own vehicle. If needed they should be kept in separate slots for each individual/family by the persons themselves; 5. Maintain physical distancing of a minimum of 6 feet at all times when queuing up for entry; 6. People should wash their hand and feet with soap and water before entering the premises; 7. Seating arrangement to be made in such a way that adequate social distancing is maintained; 8. Touching of statues/idols / holy books etc. not allowed; 9. Avoid physical contact while greeting each other; 10. Common prayer mats should be avoided and devotees should bring their own prayer mat or piece of cloth which they may take back with them; 11. No physical offerings like Prasad/distribution or sprinkling of holy water, etc. to be allowed inside the religious place; 12. Frequent cleaning and disinfection to be maintained by the management; Key (specific) measures for re-opening of Hotels and other Hospitality Units: Ensure: 1. hand hygiene (sanitizer dispenser) and thermal screening provisions at entrance; separate entry and exit for staff and guests and goods; 2. that only asymptomatic staff and guests are allowed; 3. that staff and guests are allowed entry only if they wear face cover/masks; 4. that adequate manpower is deployed by ensuring social distancing norms; 5. that staff to wear gloves and take required precautionary measures; 6. that employees at higher risk i.e. older employees, pregnant employees and employees who have underlying medical conditions, to take extra precautions. They should preferably not be exposed to any front-line work requiring direct contact with the public. Hotel management to facilitate work from home wherever feasible; 7. proper crowd management with social distancing norms; 8. that valet parking (if available) wears face covers/ masks and gloves as appropriate; 9. that physical distancing is maintained while people queue-up for entry and inside the hotel as feasible; 10. restriction on number of people in the elevator with social distancing norms, use of escalators with one person on alternate steps; 11. that details of guest (travel history, medical condition etc.) along with ID and self-declaration form provided by the guest at the reception; 12. Prominent display of posters/ standees/ AV media on preventive measures about COVID-19; 13. to keep hand sanitizer at the reception for guests; 14. adoption of contactless processes like QR online forms, digital payments like e-wallet etc. for both check-in and check-out; 15. availability of appropriate personal protection gears like face covers/masks, gloves and hand sanitizers etc. by hotel to the staff as well as the guests; 16. that for air-conditioning/ventilation, the guidelines of CPWD is followed which inter alia emphasises that the temperature setting of all air conditioning devices should be in the range of 24-30, relative humidity should be in the range of 40 to 70%, intake of fresh air should be as much as possible and cross ventilation should be adequate; 17. effective and frequent sanitation within the premises shall be maintained with particular focus on lavatories, drinking and hand washing stations/areas; 18. cleaning and regular disinfection (using 1% sodium hypochlorite) of frequently touched surfaces (door knobs, elevator buttons, hand rails, benches, washroom fixtures, etc.) in all guest service area and common areas; 19. proper disposal of face covers / masks / gloves left over by guests and/or staff; 20. sanitization of rooms and other service areas each time a guest leaves; 21. that the kitchen staff follows social distancing norms at the work place and kitchen is sanitized at regular intervals; 22. In case of a suspect or confirmed case in the premises: a. Place the ill person in an isolation room or area; b. Provide a mask/face cover till such time he/she is examined by a doctor; c. Immediately inform the nearest medical facility (hospital/clinic) or call the state or district helpline; Key measures specific to re-opening of Restaurants: 1. Takeaways to be encouraged instead of dine-in; Food delivery personnel to leave the packet at the customer's door and not hand over the food to customer directly; 2. Staff for home delivery to be screened thermally prior to allowing home delivery; 3. Mandatory hand sanitizer dispenser at the entrance; 4. Only asymptomatic staff and patrons to be allowed; staff and patrons to be allowed entry only if using face cover/masks; face covers/ masks to be worn at all times inside the restaurant; 5. Prominent display of Posters/standees/AV media on preventive measures about COVID-19; 6. Adequate manpower shall be deployed by restaurant management for ensuring social distancing norms; 7. Additional patrons to be seated in a designated waiting area with norms of social distancing; 8. Seating arrangement to be made in such a way that adequate social distancing is maintained. In restaurants, not more than 50% of seating capacity to be permitted; 9. For air-conditioning/ventilation, the guidelines of CPWD shall be followed which inter alia emphasises that the temperature setting of all air conditioning devices should be in the range of 24-30 degrees, relative humidity should be in the range of 40 to 70%, intake of fresh air should be as much as possible and cross ventilation should be adequate; 10. Effective and frequent sanitation within the premises shall be maintained with particular focus on lavatories, drinking and hand washing stations/areas; 11. Cleaning and regular disinfection (using 1% sodium hypochlorite) of frequently touched surfaces (door knobs, elevator buttons, hand rails, benches, washroom fixtures, etc.) in all guest service area and common areas; 12. Proper disposal of face covers / masks / gloves left over by patrons and/or staff should be ensured. 13. Deep cleaning of all washrooms shall be ensured at regular intervals; 14. Staff / waiters should wear mask and hand gloves and take other required precautionary measures; 15. Contactless mode of ordering and digital mode of payment (using e-wallets) to be encouraged; 16. Tables to be sanitized each time customer leaves; 17. In the kitchen, the staff should follow social distancing norms at work place; kitchens area must be sanitized at regular intervals; 18. Gaming Arcades/Children play areas (wherever applicable) shall remain closed; 19. In case of suspected or confirmed case of COVID-19 within the premises: a. Place the ill person in a room or area isolated from others; b. Provide a mask/face cover till such time he/she is examined by a doctor; c. Immediately inform the nearest medical facility (hospital/clinic) or call the state or district helpline. Key measures specific to re-opening of Shopping Malls: Ensure: 1. Provision of hand sanitizer dispenser and thermal screening provisions at the entrance; 2. Asymptomatic customers and visitors/ workers allowed; everyone to wear face masks; 3. Prominently display AV media on preventive measures about COVID-19; 4. Deployment of adequate manpower to ensure social distancing; 5. Any shops, stalls, cafeteria etc., outside and within the premises to follow social distancing norms at all times; 6. Thermal screening of staff for home deliveries prior to allowing home deliveries. 7. Number of people in the elevators shall be restricted, duly maintaining social distancing norms; 8. Large gatherings/congregations continue to remain prohibited; 9. Cleaning and regular disinfection (using 1% sodium hypochlorite) of frequently touched surfaces (door knobs, elevator buttons, hand rails, benches, washroom fixtures, etc.) 10. Food courts to ensure social distancing norms; contactless mode of payment to be preferred; tables to be sanitized after customers leave; 11. gaming arcades and children play areas to remain closed; | Mandatory | Hotels/other hospitality services, restaurants, shopping malls, religious and other places of worship | No end date specified |
| Punjab | Punjab Allows All Private (NonTransport) And Public Service Vehicles To Operate From 5 Am To 9 Pm, Subject To Strict Riders | 06-06-2020 | In a bid to provide much needed respite to the citizen of the state to travel from one place to other to discharge their duties, the Punjab Government has allowed all private (nontransport) and public service vehicles to operate from 5 AM to 9 PM, except in the containment zones declared by competent authority, subject to strict riders to stomp out the spread of deadly coronavirus. Earlier e-Rickshaws and Auto Rickshaws, Maxi Cab/ Motor Cab and Private Vehicles (non-transport) were prohibited from plying between 9PM to 5AM upto 30 June 2020 but now the government has decided to provide some relief to the citizens so that they can commute but with only 1 Driver and 2 Passenger and the vehicles must be santized after each trip. All Public Service Vehicles holding a Stage Carriage Permit shall be allowed to operate on their designated route only with not more than 50% passengers and passengers must wear masks masks. In case of 2 wheelers 1 Driver along with a maximum of ONE Pillion Rider, who is a minor child or spouse of the driver, is allowed. In case of four-wheelers 1 Driver along with a maximum of TWO Passengers are allowed. Higher occupancy up to the maximum capacity of a vehicle is permitted only in case all the occupants belong to a single family (parents, spouse and children only). People violating the abovementioned guidelines will be prosecuted under relevant Provisions of National Disaster Management Act 2005, IPC and Motor Vehicle Act 1988. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Gujarat | Cm Announces Rs.14,000-Crore Gujarat Atmanirbhar Package For Farmers, Traders, Industry To Revive Economy From Covid-19 Crisis | 06-06-2020 | In a Press Release dated 6th June, 2020 the Gujarat Government has announced a Rs.14,000-crore Gujarat Atmanirbhar Package to make farmers, traders, self-employed, professionals, industrialists self-reliant and to revive the states economy from the COVID-19 crisis evolved due to lockdown. The package intends to make various contributors of economy self-reliant in the form of assistance and incentives, subsidy, exemptions, payment of taxes, including GST and VAT, extension of dates of payment, arrears of electricity and water bills, property tax, moratorium, etc. | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Chhattisgarh | Chandigarh Govt. Allows Public Parks / Gardens / Places Of Worship/ Religious Places / Take-Aways In Restaurants To Open In Non-Containment Zones Since 8Th June, 2020 | 06-06-2020 | The General Administration Department, Chhattisgarh in an Order dated 6th June, 2020 has permitted the following additional activities in the State from 8th June, 2020 onwards - 1. Public parks / gardens. 2. Places of worship/ Religious places as per SOP issued by the Government. 3. Only outdoor activities in clubs allowed. 4. Outdoor sporting activities allowed. 5. Hotels allowed by following SOPs issued by the Government. 6. No permission will be given to open and operate shopping malls. 7. Only take-aways allowed in restaurants by obtaining prior permission. If any area is declared as a containment zone, then the above mentioned activities will be stopped and only essential services will be allowed. | Mandatory | Amusement and Hospitality | No end date specified |
| Meghalaya | Meghalaya Gov Issues Sop To Prevent The Spread Of Covid 19 In Religious Places/Places Of Worship | 06-06-2020 | In an Order dated 6th June, 2020 the Political Department of Government of Meghalaya (Department) has issued Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) on preventive measures to contain the spread of COVID 19 in religious places/places of worship. The present Order is issued in suppression of a previous Order No. POL.85/2020/Pt I/111 dated 5th June, 2020. Considering the fact that religious places/places of worship are frequented by a large number of people for spiritual solace, the present Order outlines various generic precautionary measures which have to be adopted in addition to specific measures to be taken at particular places in order to prevent the spread of the pandemic. Key Highlights: 1. Entrance to have sanitizer dispenser and thermal screening provisions; 2. Only asymptomatic persons shall be allowed in the premises; 3. Persons entering should use face covers/ masks; 4. Shoes/ footwear to be taken off inside own vehicle; 5. Any shops, stalls, cafeteria etc, outside and within the premises to follow social distancing norms at all times; 6. Maintain physical distancing norms of 5 feet at all times while queuing up to enter; 7. People to wash their hands with soap and water before entering; 8. Seating arrangement to be made in a way to ensure adequate social distancing; 9. Touching of holy books/ statutes not allowed; 10. Common prayer mats should be avoided and devotees to bring their own prayer mat or piece of cloth; 11. No physical offerings like Prasad/ distribution or sprinkling of holy water etc. should be allowed inside the religious place; 12. As far as practicable, live streaming of services, prayers and other rituals can be adopted by all religious organisations to cater to older people, children and persons with co-morbidities; For a detailed read, please refer to the attached Order. | Mandatory | Religious places/ places of worship | No end date specified |
| Meghalaya | Meghalaya Government Permits Re-Opening Of Religious Places /Places Of Worship From 14Th June, 2020 | 06-06-2020 | In an Order dated 6th June, 2020 the Political Department, Government of Meghalaya (Department) has permitted religious places/places of worship to re-open in the State from 14th June, 2020. Please note: 1. The permission is subject to adherence of Guidelines prescribed by the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India. 2. All religious organisations must intimate the Deputy Commissioner and adhere to the Standard Operating Procedure issued by the Department on 6th June, 2020. | Mandatory | Religious places/ places of worship | No end date specified |
| Puducherry | Department Of Revenue And Disaster Management, Government Of Puducherry Issues Sops For Operation Of Hotels, Religious Places And Shopping Malls | 06-06-2020 | The Department of Revenue and Disaster Management, Government of Puducherry (Department) has adopted the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) issued by Ministry of Health and Family Welfare Department for operation of the following: a. Hotels and other Hospitality units and Restaurants, b.Shopping Malls, and c. Religious and other places of worship Key Highlights: SOPs for Hotels and other Hospitality Units: 1. Persons above 65 years of age, persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women and children below 10 years of age have been advised to stay at home, except for essential and health purposes. The hotel management has to advise such people accordingly; 2. Physical distancing of at least 6 feet to be followed as far as possible; 3. Use of face covers/masks, mandatory; 4. Entrance to have mandatory hand hygiene (sanitizer dispenser) and thermal screening provisions; 5. Only asymptomatic staff and guests shall be allowed; 6. Staff should wear gloves and take other required precautionary measures; 7. Number of people in the elevators shall be restricted, duly maintaining social distancing norms. Use of escalators with one person on alternate steps may be encouraged; 8. Details of the guest (travel history, medical condition, etc.) along with ID and self-declaration form must be provided by the guest at the reception; 9. Adopt contactless processes like QR Code, online forms, digital payments like e-wallet, etc. for both check-in and check-out; SOPs for Shopping Malls: 1. Shopping malls in containment zones will remain closed. Only those outside the containment zones is allowed to open; 2. Physical distancing of at least 6 feet to be followed as far as possible; 3. Use of face covers/masks, mandatory; 4. Installation and use of Aarogya Setu app shall be advised to all; 5. Entrance to have mandatory hand hygiene (sanitizer dispenser) and thermal screening provisions; 6. Only asymptomatic customers/visitors shall be allowed; 7. Any shops, stalls, cafeteria, etc., outside and within the premises shall follow social distancing norms at all times; 8. Preferably separate entry and exits for visitors, workers and goods/supplies shall be organized; 9. The staff for home deliveries shall be screened thermally by the shopping mall authorities prior to allowing home deliveries; 10. Number of people in the elevators shall be restricted, duly maintaining social distancing norms; 11. Use of escalators with one person on alternate steps may be encouraged; 13.Large gatherings/congregations prohibited; SOPs for Religious places/ places of worship: 1. Mandatory hand hygiene (sanitizer dispenser) and thermal screening provisions; 2. Only asymptomatic persons allowed in the premises; 3. Persons to be allowed entry with face masks; 4. Seating arrangement to be made while ensuring social distancing; 5. Touching of statutes/ idols/ holy books etc not allowed; 6. Large gatherings and congregations prohibited; 7. Frequent cleaning and disinfection to be maintained. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order | Mandatory | Accommodation and food service activities | Arts, entertainment and recreation | No end date specified |
| Central | Ministry Of Law And Justice Promulgates Ibc Ordinance 2020; Bars Initiation Of Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process For A Period Of 6 Months Starting 25Th March, 2020 | 05-06-2020 | The Ministry of Law and Justice has through a Gazette Notification dated 5th June, 2020 promulgated the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (Amendment) Ordinance, 2020. The Ordinance has inserted a new Section 10A along with an Amendment to Section 66 to the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016 which essentially bars the initiation of any corporate insolvency resolution process by a Corporate Debtor under Section 7,9 and 10 of the Code along with the appointment of a resolution professional for any defaults committed for a period of six month starting on and from 25th March, 2020. For a further read of the Ordinance, please refer to the associated document. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Nagaland | Revised Discharge Policy For Covid19 Confirmed Cases | 05-06-2020 | The Directorate of Health and Family Welfare, Nagaland has revised the discharge policy for COVID-19 confirmed cases in the state. The Policy covers discharge policy for both Asymptomatic and Symptomatic cases. Please refer to the attachment for details. | Mandatory | Hospitals | No end date specified |
| Chandigarh | List Of Fines By Chandigarh Administration For Violation Of Guidelines | 05-06-2020 | The Health Department, Chandigarh Administration in a notification dated 5th June, 2020 has issued a list of violations along with their respective fines in a view to prevent the spread of COVID-19 infection. The violations with their fines are mentioned below 1. For violating home quarantine instructions Rs. 2000/- 2. For spitting in public place Rs. 500/- 3. For violating social distancing norms by owners of Shops / Commercial Places Rs. 500/- 4. For violating social distancing norms by vehicle owners a. Buses Rs. 3000/- b. Cars Rs. 2000/- c. Auto-rickshaw / two wheelers Rs. 500/- NOTE Non payment of the fines by violator will attract proceeding sunder Section 188 of IPC. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | In Partial Modification Of The Office Order Of Even Number Dated 03-05-2020 Regarding Attending The Office | 05-06-2020 | The Indian Council of Medical Research (IMCR) in an order dated 5th June, 2020 has directed IMCR officials residing within Delhi to attend office by following all social distancing norms. In addition to that officials appointed as Consultants/Advisors after retirement who are 60 years of age or above need not attend office and should be allowed to work from home along with employees employees with co-morbidities, pregnant women and children below age of 10. In addition to that heads/scientists/project staff involved in emergency team COVID-19 will continue to attend office | Mandatory | IMCR | No end date specified |
| Kerala | Advisory On Covid-19 Community Surveillance Using Rapid Antibody Tests | 05-06-2020 | The Health and Family Welfare Department, Kerala in a notification dated 5th June, 2020 has issued an advisory regarding conducting Rapid Antibody Testing ina view to stop the spread and infection of COVID-19. Detailed guidelines w.r.t. these tests have been issued where groups of community surveillance have been identified along with management of community surveillance using antibody testing among different population groups. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Chandigarh | Sops To Prevent Covid-19 In Offices And Allowing Religious Places For Public, Malls, Other Hospitality Services Etc. From 08.06.2020 | 05-06-2020 | The Health Department, Chandigarh Administration on 5th June, 2020 has released Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) on preventive measures to contain the spread of COVID-19 in offices and allowing Religious Places / Places of worship for public / Hotels, Restaurants and other hospitality services / shopping malls from 8th June, 2020. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Puducherry | Validity Of All E-Passes And Duty Passes Till The End Of Lockdown Period In Puducherry | 05-06-2020 | Puducherry has confirmed the extension of the period of lockdown in Containment Zones of Karaikal District up to 30th June, 2020, while re-opening certain activities in a phased manner outside the Containment Zones. In order to maintain smooth flow of essential services and supplies and public services during such period, the validity of all Duty Passes / e-Passes for duty purposes issued by the District Administration has been extended till 30th June, 2020 | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Himachal Pradesh | Orders Issued Under S. 144 By Dm In Sirmaur | 05-06-2020 | The District Magistrate, Sirmaur, Himachal Pradesh has issued an Order dated 5th June, 2020 and rolled out the following instructions for implementation: 1. Dakra Village of Gram panchayat, Burma has been indicated as a hotspot/containment zone. 2. Except chemist shops, all shops and establishments will remain closed inside the cordoned off areas. 3. Banks and all business institutions within the containment zones will remain closed. 4. All essential commodities will be supplied door to door inside the containment zone. 5. Persons residing in the areas will not be assemble/gather /congregate in this place. 6. No person will participate/ organize any function/demonstration. 7. Access to road Burma will remain open but parking of vehicle will not be allowed. 8. No person/vehicle will be allowed to travel inside the containment zone except for authorized/permitted vehicles. 9. Sanitisation will be carried on in a regular basis. 10. Contravention to the Order will attract penalties under the provisions of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 and the Disaster Management Act,2005. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Karnataka | Karnataka Issues Sops To Be Implemented By Hotels And Hospitality Services, Restaurants, Shopping Malls And Religious Places As Part Of Phased Re-Opening Of Activities | 05-06-2020 | The Government of Karnataka has adopted the MoHFW Standard Operating Procedures for re-opening of hotels and other hospitality services, restaurants, shopping malls and religious places/ places of worship. Key highlights of the SOPs - 1. Physical distancing of at least 6 feet to be followed as far as feasible; 2. Only asymptomatic people to be allowed; 3. Frequent cleaning and effective sanitation of frequently touched surfaces and premises; 4. Mandatory use of face covers/ masks; 5. Frequent hand-washing and use of alcohol-based sanitizers. 6. Following of respiratory etiquettes; In case the concerned departments prepares own protocol as per assessment of the situation, such SOP needs to be stricter than the ones released by MoHFW. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | Accommodation and food service activities | Arts, entertainment and recreation | No end date specified |
| Central | Supreme Court Orders Stay On Coercive Action Against Employers On Mha Order For Full Payment Of Wages Till 12Th June, 2020 | 04-06-2020 | A bench of Supreme Court comprising of Justices Ashok Bhushan, S K Kaul and M R Shah has in an order dated 4th June, 2020 ordered an extension on the stay of any coercive action against employers against failures to make payment of wages in full to their workers by virtue of the MHA order of 29th March, 2020.The stay order will be operative till June 12, 2020 and all concerned parties to the matter have been given the liberty to make their submissions within the next three days. Background: The original stay order was going by the Supreme in a matter filed by the Hand Tools Manufacturers Association and Jute Mills Association on 15th May, 2020. Thereafter, the same had been extended again on 26th May, 2020. The MHA Order of 29th March was challenged as it was seen as unreasonable and arbitrary on the part of the employer since due to the lockdown, all businesses were shut down and it was not possible for employers to continue to bear the burden of paying full salaries to their employees. | Mandatory | All | 12-06-2020 |
| Central | Ministry Of Health And Family Welfare (Mohfw) Issues Sop On Preventive Measures To Contain The Spread Of Covid-19 In Office Spaces | 04-06-2020 | The MoHFW has released SOP to prevent and contain the spread of COVID-19 in offices as an outcome of nationwide lockdown till 30th June, 2020 by Ministry of Home Affairs on 30th May, 2020. The SOP has been segregated into (i) Generic preventive measures to be followed at all times; (ii) Measures specific to offices; (iii) Measures to be taken on occurrence of case(s) and; (iv) Disinfection procedures to be implemented in case of occurrence of suspect/confirmed case. Key Highlights i. Minimum distance of 6 feet; ii. Spitting shall be strictly prohibited; iii. Installation & use of Aarogya Setu App by employees; iv. Mandatory hand hygiene and thermal screening at entrance; v. Residents of containment zones must inform supervisory officer and refrain from attending office till containment zone is de-notified and be permitted to work from home (WfH) without being considered to be on leave; vi. Encourage meeting through video conferencing; vii. Prominently display Posters/standees/AV media on preventive measures about COVID-19; viii. Stagger office hours, wherever possible; ix. Mandatorily use face covers / masks along with frequent hand washing and /or use of alcohol-based hand sanitizer. Respiratory etiquettes should be strictly adhered to while sneezing or coughing. Supervisory officer should be informed about any illness at the earliest; x. Arrange hand sanitisers, soap and running water in washrooms; xi. Maintain adequate social distancing while making seating arrangements; xii. Restrict number of people and maintain social distancing in elevators; xiii. Properly dispose face covers / masks / gloves used by all; xiv. Maintain social distancing norms in cafeteria/canteen/dining halls. Make staff / waiters wear mask, hand gloves and take other required precautionary measures. Seating arrangement should ensure minimum 1 meter between patrons; xiv. Drivers living in containment zones should not attend work. Disinfect common surfaces in cars using 1% sodium hypochlorite solution/ spray; xv. Upon occurrence of cases among employees, take the following measures: (a) Isolate unwell person from others. (b) Inform nearest medical facility or call State or District doctor. xvi. Steps for closure/disinfection of office spaces in the event an employee tests positive: (a) For one or two cases, disinfect places/areas visited by the patient in the last 48 hours. Do not close the entire office building/halt work in other offices of the building. (b) For larger outbreaks, close the entire building/block for 48 hours after thorough disinfection. Allow staff to WfH till adequate disinfection of building/block is carried out and is declared fit for re-occupation. For a detailed read, please refer to the associated document. | Mandatory | Offices | No end date specified |
| Telangana | Telangana Government Lockdown Orders | 04-06-2020 | 1. With a view to phased reopening of prohibited activities in areas outside Containment Zones and to consolidate the measures related to lockdown in the state, the following guidelines are hereby issued in line with those issued by MHA - The activities below shall remain prohibited throughout the state: i. Schools, colleges, educational/training/coaching institutions etc. ii. Metro rail iii. Cinema halls, gymnasiums, swimming pools, entertainment parks, sports complexes, theatres, bars and auditoriums, assembly halls and similar places. iv. Social, political, sports, entertainment, academic, cultural and religious functions and other large congregations. 2. In areas outside Containment Zones, all other activities permitted prior to introduction of lockdown measures will be allowed. However, the following activities shall be allowed with effect from 8th June 2020 with the stipulation of following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)as prescribed by government from time to time: i. Religious places/places of worship for public. ii. Hotels, restaurants and other hospitality services. iii. Shopping malls (other than gaming centres and cinema halls) 3. There shall be restriction on movement of persons (other than for accessing emergency medical care) from 9 PM to 5 AM. No shops/establishments, except hospitals and pharmacies, will remain open after 8.30 PM. 4. There shall be no restriction on inter-state and intra-state movement of persons and goods. No separate permission will be required for such movements. 5. Wearing of face cover/mask shall be compulsory in public places, in workplaces and in means of transport. Individuals must maintain social distancing in public places. Frequent sanitization of workplaces including common facilities and points that come into human contact will be ensured. 6. Large public gatherings/congregations shall remain prohibited. However, marriage related gatherings shall be permitted with a maximum of 50 participants. Funeral/last rites related gatherings shall be permitted with a maximum of 20 participants. 7. Persons above the age of 65 years, persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women, and children below the age of 10 years are advised to stay at home, except for essential and health purposes. 8. In respect of Containment Zones, strict lockdown shall be in force till 30th June 2020. Only essential activities shall be permitted. There shall be strict perimeter control to ensure that there is no movement of people in or out of these zones, except for medical emergencies and for maintaining supply of essential goods and services. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Central | Sebi By A Circular Dated June 4, 2020, Further Extends The Timelines For Regulatory Filings By All Aifs And Vcfs For The Months Ending March, April, May And June 2020, As Applicable By August 07, 2020 | 04-06-2020 | SEBI by a recent Circular dated June 4, 2020, further extended the timelines for regulatory filings for Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs) and Venture Capital Funds (VCFs). This Circular states that in the light of COVID-19, a need has been felt to further extend the timelines for regulatory filings for AIFs and VCFs and therefore SEBI extends timelines stating that AIFs and VCFs may submit the regulatory filings for the months ending March, April, May and June 2020, as applicable, on or before August 07, 2020. In this Circular, SEBI referred to its earlier Circular No.SEBI/HO/IMD/DF1/CIR/P/2020/58, dated March 30, 2020, by which SEBI had extended the due date for regulatory filings for AIFs and VCFs for the periods ending March 31, 2020 and April 30, 2020 by two months, over and above the timelines prescribed under SEBI (Alternative Investment Funds) Regulations, 2012 and circulars issued thereunder. The Circular has been issued under Section 11(1) of the Securities and Exchange Board of India Act, 1992 and has come into force with immediate effect. This Circular is available on SEBI website at www.sebi.gov.in under the categories Legal Framework and under the drop down Circulars and "Info for - Alternative Investment Funds. | Mandatory | All AIFs and VCFs | Multiple timelines for different actionables |
| Central | Ministry Of Health And Family Welfare (Mohfw) Issues Sop On Preventive Measures To Contain The Spread Of Covid-19 In Restaurants | 04-06-2020 | The MoHFW has released SOP to prevent and contain the spread of COVID-19 in Restaurants as an outcome of nationwide lockdown till 30th June, 2020 by Ministry of Home Affairs on 30th May, 2020. The SOP provides for generic and specific preventive measures to be followed the restaurants outside the containment zones which have been allowed to operate. Restaurants inside containment zones will not be allowed to open. Key Highlights i. Takeaways to be encouraged, instead of Dine-In ii. Mandatory hand hygiene and thermal screening at entrance; iii. Only asymptomatic staff and patrons shall be allowed. iv. Prominently display Posters/standees/AV media on preventive measures about COVID-19; v. Cleaning and regular disinfection (using 1% sodium hypochlorite) of frequently touched surfaces (door knobs, elevator buttons, hand rails, benches, washroom fixtures, etc.) to be made mandatory in all guest service area and common areas vi. Stagger office hours, wherever possible; vii. Minimum distance of 6 feet; viii. Spitting shall be strictly prohibited; x. Installation & use of Aarogya Setu App by employees; xi. Mandatorily use face covers / masks along with frequent hand washing and /or use of alcohol-based hand sanitizer. xii. Respiratory etiquettes should be strictly adhered to while sneezing or coughing. For further details please refer the attached document titled SOP for Restaurants | Mandatory | Restaurants | No end date specified |
| Central | Irdai Extends Timeline For Insurers For Making Public Disclosures On The Company Websites | 04-06-2020 | IRDAI issued Circular dated 4th June 2020 extending the timeline for Insurers to make Public Disclosures on financial and other matters (Balance Sheet, Profit & Loss Account, Revenue Account and Key Analytical Ratios) on the Organisation's website for Quarter ending March 2020 as required by previously issued Circular No. IRDA/F&I/CIR/F&A/012/01/2010 titled "Public Disclosures by Insurers" (attached). It is clarified that the time limit for ensuring quarterly compliance with the Circular No. IRDA/F&I/CIR/F&A/012/01/2010 regarding Public Disclosures on websites by Insurers for the period ending 31st March 2020 has been extended by 30 days. | Mandatory | Insurers | 14-06-2020 |
| Central | Sop On Preventive Measures To Contain Spread Of Covid-19 In Religious Places/Places Of Worship | 04-06-2020 | The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has issued a SOP on preventive measures to contain spread of COVID-19 in religious places/places of worship. The document outlines various generic precautionary measures to be adopted in addition to specific measures to be taken at particular places to prevent spread of COVID-19. Person above 65 years of age, persons with comorbidities, pregnant woman and children below the age of 10 years are advised to stay at home. Organisations managing the religious institutions to advise accordingly. There are a list of measures mentioned in the document | Mandatory | None | No end date specified |
| Central | The Ministry Of Health And Family Welfare Issues Sop For Preventing Covid-19 Spread In Shopping Malls | 04-06-2020 | The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has through an Order dated 4th June, 2020 issued a Standard Operating Procedure to be followed by shopping malls as they are set to restart operations in non-containment zones across the country from June 8. The Health Ministry stressed that social distancing and other preventive measures were necessary to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in malls, that are frequented by a large number of people. Further Persons above 65 years of age, pregnant women, persons with co-morbidities, and children less than 10 years of age have been advised not to visit malls. The installation and the use of the Aarogya Setu app have been encouraged as well. The key highlights for some of arrangements that are required to be put in place by shopping malls have been listed below: i. Entrance to have mandatory hand hygiene (sanitizer dispenser) and thermal screening provisions. ii. Only asymptomatic customers/visitors shall be allowed. iii. All workers/customers/visitors to be allowed entry only if using face cover/masks. iv. The face cover/masks have to be worn at all times inside the shopping mall. v. Posters/standees/AV media on preventive measures about COVID-19 to be displayed prominently. vi. Staggering of visitors to be done, if possible. vii. Gaming Arcades shall remain closed. viii.Children Play Areas shall remain closed. ix. Cinema halls inside shopping malls shall remain closed. x. Deep cleaning of all washrooms shall be ensured at regular intervals. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Rbi Extends Timeline For Compliance With Various Payment System Requirements In View Of Covid 19 Pandemic; Also Defers Coming Into Force Of Circular On Enhancing Security Of Card Transactions | 04-06-2020 | In a Notification dated June 04, 2020 directed to All Scheduled Commercial Banks, including Regional Rural Banks / Urban Co-operative Banks / State Co-operative Banks / District Central Co-operative Banks / Payments Banks / Small Finance Banks / Local Area Banks / Non-Bank PPI issuers / Authorised Payment System Participants / Operators, the Reserve Bank of India has granted extension of timeline for compliance with various payment system requirements. The relaxations have been granted in view of the prevailing COVID 19 pandemic situation. | Mandatory | All Scheduled Commercial Banks, including Regional Rural Banks / Urban Co-operative Banks / State Co-operative Banks / District Central Co-operative Banks / Payments Banks / Small Finance Banks / Local Area Banks / Non-Bank PPI issuers / Authorised Payment System Participants / Operators | No end date specified |
| Central | Mohfw Issues Sop On Preventive Measures To Be Adopted In Hotels And Other Hospitality Units To Contain The Spread Of Covid-19 | 04-06-2020 | Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, GOI has issued Standard Operating Procedures to prevent and contain the spread of COVID-19 in Hotels and other hospitality units to contain the spread of COVID-19, while re-opening in consonance with the MHA Unlock 1.0 Order: Key Highlights - 1. All hotels and other hospitality units must take suitable measures to restrict any further transmission of COVID-19 while providing accommodation and other tourist services; 2. Hotels in containment zones shall remain closed. Only those outside containment zones will be allowed to open up; 3. Persons above 65 years of age, persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women and children below the age of 10 years are advised to stay at home, except for essential and health purposes. Hotel management to advise accordingly; 4. Generic measures: i. Physical distancing of at least 6 feet to be followed as far as feasible; ii. use of face covers/masks to be made mandatory; iii. Frequent hand washing with soap (for at least 40-60 seconds) even when hands are not visibly dirty. Use of alcohol-based hand sanitizers (for at least 20 seconds) wherever feasible; iv. Respiratory etiquettes to be strictly followed; involves strict practice of covering ones mouth and nose while coughing/sneezing with a tissue/handkerchief/flexed elbow and disposing off used tissues properly. v. Self-monitoring of health by all and reporting any illness at the earliest to State and District helpline; vi. Spitting strictly prohibited; vii. Installation and use of Aarogya Setu app shall be advised to all; 5. Hotels to ensure: i. hand hygiene (sanitizer dispenser) and thermal screening provisions at entrance; seperate entry and exit for staff and guests and goods; ii. that only asymptomatic staff and guests are allowed; iii. that staff and guests are allowed entry only if they wear face cover/masks; iv. adequate manpower to be deployed by ensuring social distancing norms; v. staff to wear gloves and take required precautionary measures; vi. employees at higher risk i.e. older employees, pregnant employees and employees who have underlying medical conditions, to take extra precautions. They should preferably not be exposed to any front-line work requiring direct contact with the public. Hotel management to facilitate work from home wherever feasible; vii. proper crowd management with social distancing norms; viii. valet parking (if available) with face covers/ masks and gloves as appropriate; ix. physical distancing while queing up for entry and inside the hotel as feasible; x. restriction on number of people in the elevator with social distancing norms, use of escalators with one person on alternate steps; xi. details of guest (travel history, medical condition etc.) along with ID and self-declaration form provided by the guest at the reception; xii. Prominent display of posters/ standees/ AV media on preventive measures about COVID-19; xiii. Keep handsanitizer at the reception for guests; xiv. Adoption of contactless processes like QR online forms, digital payments like e-wallet etc. for both check-in and check-out; xv. Disinfection of luggage before sending the same to rooms; xvi. that guests at higher risk i.e. those who are older, pregnant or those who have underlying medical conditions are advised to take extra precautions; xvii. that guests are advised not to visit Containment Zones, areas; xviii. availablity of appropriate personal protection gears like face covers/masks, gloves and hand sanitizers etc. by hotel to the staff as well as the guests; xix. that inside restaurants: a. seating arrangement is made considering social distancing; b. disposable menus are used; c. good quality disposable paper napkin is used instead of cloth napkins; d. contactless mode of ordering and digital mode of payment (using e-wallets) is encouraged; e. Buffet service with social distancing norms; xx. room service or takeaways to be encouraged instead of dine-in; xxi. room service, communication between guests and in-house staff should be through intercom/ mobile phone and room service (if any) should be provided while maintaining adequate social distance; xxii. gaming Arcades/ Children play areas (wherever applicable) remains closed; xxiii. that for air-conditioning/ventilation, the guidelines of CPWD is followed which inter alia emphasises that the temperature setting of all air conditioning devices should be in the range of 24-30, relative humidity should be in the range of 40 to 70%, intake of fresh air should be as much as possible and cross ventilation should be adequate; xxiv. effective and frequent sanitation within the premises shall be maintained with particular focus on lavatories, drinking and hand washing stations/areas; xxv. cleaning and regular disinfection (using 1% sodium hypochlorite) of frequently touched surfaces (door knobs, elevator buttons, hand rails, benches, washroom fixtures, etc.) in all guest service area and common areas; xxvi. proper disposal of face covers / masks / gloves left over by guests and/or staff; xxvii. deep cleaning of washrooms at regular intervals; xxviii. sanitization of rooms and other service areas each time a guest leaves; xxix. that the kitchen staff follows social distancing norms at the work place and kitchen is santized at regular intervals; 6. In case of a suspect or confirmed case in the premises: a. Place the ill person in an isolation room or area; b. Provide a mask/face cover till such time he/she is examined by a doctor; c. Immediately inform the nearest medical facility (hospital/clinic) or call the state or district helpline; For a more detailed read, refer to the appended document | Mandatory | Hospitality | No end date specified |
| Andhra Pradesh | Andhra Pradesh Issues Standard Operating Procedures To Be Implemented During The Phased Re-Opening Of Activities | 04-06-2020 | Andhra Pradesh has issued Standard Operating Procedures to be implemented (in order to prevent and contain the spread of COVID-19), as part of the phased re-opening of activities (outside Containment Zones), in consonance with the MHA Unlock 1.0 Order; starting 08th of June, 2020: Key Highlights: Generic measures: i. Physical distancing of at least 6 feet to be followed as far as feasible; ii. use of face covers/masks to be made mandatory; iii. Frequent hand washing with soap (for at least 40-60 seconds) even when hands are not visibly dirty. Use of alcohol-based hand sanitizers (for at least 20 seconds) wherever feasible; iv. Respiratory etiquettes to be strictly followed; involves strict practice of covering ones mouth and nose while coughing/sneezing with a tissue/handkerchief/flexed elbow and disposing off used tissues properly. v. Self-monitoring of health by all and reporting any illness at the earliest to State and District helpline; vi. Spitting strictly prohibited; vii. Installation and use of Aarogya Setu app shall be advised to all; Key specific measures for Offices: 1. Mandatory hand hygiene and thermal screening at entrance; 2. Only asymptomatic staff/ visitor allowed; residents of Containment Zones to inform supervisory officer and refrain from attending office till containment zone is de-notified and be permitted to work from home (WfH) without being considered to be on leave; 3. Encourage meeting through video conferencing; 4. Prominently display Posters/standees/AV media on preventive measures about COVID-19; 5. Stagger office hours, wherever possible; 6. Mandatory use of face covers / masks along with frequent hand washing and /or use of alcohol-based hand sanitizer. Respiratory etiquettes should be strictly adhered to while sneezing or coughing. Supervisory officer should be informed about any illness at the earliest; 7. Arrange hand sanitisers, soap and running water in washrooms; 8. Maintain adequate social distancing while making seating arrangements; 9. Restrict number of people and maintain social distancing in elevators; 10. Properly dispose face covers / masks / gloves used by all; 11. Maintain social distancing norms in cafeteria/canteen/dining halls. Make staff / waiters wear mask, hand gloves and take other required precautionary measures. Seating arrangement should ensure minimum 1 meter between patrons; 12. Drivers living in containment zones should not attend work. Disinfect common surfaces in cars using 1% sodium hypochlorite solution/ spray; 13. Upon occurrence of cases among employees, take the following measures: a. Isolate unwell person from others. b. Inform nearest medical facility or call State or District doctor. 14. Steps for closure/disinfection of office spaces in the event an employee tests positive: a. For one or two cases, disinfect places/areas visited by the patient in the last 48 hours. Do not close the entire office building/halt work in other offices of the building. b. For larger outbreaks, close the entire building/block for 48 hours after thorough disinfection. Allow staff to WfH till adequate disinfection of building/block is carried out and is declared fit for re-occupation. Key (specific) measures for re-opening of Hotels and other Hospitality Units: Ensure: 1. hand hygiene (sanitizer dispenser) and thermal screening provisions at entrance; separate entry and exit for staff and guests and goods; 2. that only asymptomatic staff and guests are allowed; 3. that staff and guests are allowed entry only if they wear face cover/masks; 4. that adequate manpower is deployed by ensuring social distancing norms; 5. that staff to wear gloves and take required precautionary measures; 6. that employees at higher risk i.e. older employees, pregnant employees and employees who have underlying medical conditions, to take extra precautions. They should preferably not be exposed to any front-line work requiring direct contact with the public. Hotel management to facilitate work from home wherever feasible; 7. proper crowd management with social distancing norms; 8. that valet parking (if available) wears face covers/ masks and gloves as appropriate; 9. that physical distancing is maintained while people queue-up for entry and inside the hotel as feasible; 10. restriction on number of people in the elevator with social distancing norms, use of escalators with one person on alternate steps; 11. that details of guest (travel history, medical condition etc.) along with ID and self-declaration form provided by the guest at the reception; 12. Prominent display of posters/ standees/ AV media on preventive measures about COVID-19; 13. to keep hand sanitizer at the reception for guests; 14. adoption of contactless processes like QR online forms, digital payments like e-wallet etc. for both check-in and check-out; 15. availability of appropriate personal protection gears like face covers/masks, gloves and hand sanitizers etc. by hotel to the staff as well as the guests; 16. that for air-conditioning/ventilation, the guidelines of CPWD is followed which inter alia emphasises that the temperature setting of all air conditioning devices should be in the range of 24-30, relative humidity should be in the range of 40 to 70%, intake of fresh air should be as much as possible and cross ventilation should be adequate; 17. effective and frequent sanitation within the premises shall be maintained with particular focus on lavatories, drinking and hand washing stations/areas; 18. cleaning and regular disinfection (using 1% sodium hypochlorite) of frequently touched surfaces (door knobs, elevator buttons, hand rails, benches, washroom fixtures, etc.) in all guest service area and common areas; 19. proper disposal of face covers / masks / gloves left over by guests and/or staff; 20. sanitization of rooms and other service areas each time a guest leaves; 21. that the kitchen staff follows social distancing norms at the work place and kitchen is sanitized at regular intervals; 22. In case of a suspect or confirmed case in the premises: a. Place the ill person in an isolation room or area; b. Provide a mask/face cover till such time he/she is examined by a doctor; c. Immediately inform the nearest medical facility (hospital/clinic) or call the state or district helpline; Key measures specific to re-opening of Restaurants: 1. Takeaways to be encouraged instead of dine-in; Food delivery personnel to leave the packet at the customer's door and not hand over the food to customer directly; 2. Staff for home delivery to be screened thermally prior to allowing home delivery; 3. Mandatory hand sanitizer dispenser at the entrance; 4. Only asymptomatic staff and patrons to be allowed; staff and patrons to be allowed entry only if using face cover/masks; face covers/ masks to be worn at all times inside the restaurant; 6. Prominent display of Posters/standees/AV media on preventive measures about COVID-19; 7. Adequate manpower shall be deployed by restaurant management for ensuring social distancing norms; 8. Additional patrons to be seated in a designated waiting area with norms of social distancing; 9. Seating arrangement to be made in such a way that adequate social distancing is maintained. In restaurants, not more than 50% of seating capacity to be permitted; 10. For air-conditioning/ventilation, the guidelines of CPWD shall be followed which inter alia emphasises that the temperature setting of all air conditioning devices should be in the range of 24-30 degrees, relative humidity should be in the range of 40 to 70%, intake of fresh air should be as much as possible and cross ventilation should be adequate; 11. Effective and frequent sanitation within the premises shall be maintained with particular focus on lavatories, drinking and hand washing stations/areas; 12. Cleaning and regular disinfection (using 1% sodium hypochlorite) of frequently touched surfaces (door knobs, elevator buttons, hand rails, benches, washroom fixtures, etc.) in all guest service area and common areas; 13. Proper disposal of face covers / masks / gloves left over by patrons and/or staff should be ensured. 14. Deep cleaning of all washrooms shall be ensured at regular intervals; 15. Staff / waiters should wear mask and hand gloves and take other required precautionary measures; 16. Contactless mode of ordering and digital mode of payment (using e-wallets) to be encouraged; 17. Tables to be sanitized each time customer leaves; 18. In the kitchen, the staff should follow social distancing norms at work place; kitchens area must be sanitized at regular intervals; 19. Gaming Arcades/Children play areas (wherever applicable) shall remain closed; 20. In case of suspected or confirmed case of COVID-19 within the premises: a. Place the ill person in a room or area isolated from others; b. Provide a mask/face cover till such time he/she is examined by a doctor; c. Immediately inform the nearest medical facility (hospital/clinic) or call the state or district helpline. Key measures specific to re-opening of Shopping Malls: Ensure: 1. Provision of hand sanitizer dispenser and thermal screening provisions at the entrance; 2. Asymptomatic customers and visitors/ workers allowed; everyone to wear face masks; 3. Prominently display AV media on preventive measures about COVID-19; 4. Deployment of adequate manpower to ensure social distancing; 5. Any shops, stalls, cafeteria etc., outside and within the premises to follow social distancing norms at all times; 6. Thermal screening of staff for home deliveries prior to allowing home deliveries. 7. Number of people in the elevators shall be restricted, duly maintaining social distancing norms; 8. Large gatherings/congregations continue to remain prohibited; 9. Cleaning and regular disinfection (using 1% sodium hypochlorite) of frequently touched surfaces (door knobs, elevator buttons, hand rails, benches, washroom fixtures, etc.) 10. Food courts to ensure social distancing norms; contactless mode of payment to be preferred; tables to be sanitized after customers leave; 11. gaming arcades and children play areas to remain closed; Key points specific to re-opening religious places: 1. Entrance to have hand sanitizer dispenser and thermal screening provisions; 2. Asymptomatic persons to be allowed; 3. Audio and Video clips to spread awareness on preventive measures for COVID-19 should be regularly played; 4. Shoes/ footwear to be preferably taken off inside own vehicle. If needed they should be kept in separate slots for each individual/family by the persons themselves; 5. Maintain physical distancing of a minimum of 6 feet at all times when queuing up for entry; 6. People should wash their hand and feet with soap and water before entering the premises; 7. Seating arrangement to be made in such a way that adequate social distancing is maintained; 8. Touching of statues/idols / holy books etc. not allowed; 9. Avoid physical contact while greeting each other; 10. Common prayer mats should be avoided and devotees should bring their own prayer mat or piece of cloth which they may take back with them; 11. No physical offerings like Prasad/distribution or sprinkling of holy water, etc. to be allowed inside the religious place; 12. Frequent cleaning and disinfection to be maintained by the management; For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Meghalaya | Meghalaya Government Issues Standard Operating Procedure For Border Trade With Bangladesh Through Land Customs Stations | 04-06-2020 | Meghalaya Government issues Standard Operating Procedure for border trade with Bangladesh through Land Customs Stations. i. Exporters to submit the list of vehicles alongwith the registration numbers of the vehicles and the names and mobile number of the drivers to be used for export of goods to Bangladesh to respective Deputy Commissioner/Sub Divisional Officers (Civil) in advance. ii. Vehicles are permitted to have only 1 driver per vehicle. iii. Drivers must ensure hand and respiratory hygiene as well as mandatorily wear a mask iv. During Loading of products, exporters must ensure all protocols prescribed by MoHFW are strictly adhered to, including wearing of mask, social distancing, hand hygiene and cough etiquette. v. Each vehicle is to have a label affixed n the windshield indicating the name of the exporter, nature of goods, quantity being transported and route being followed. vi. Drivers are to carry packed food so that the vehicle does not have to halt anywhere enroute. vii. Proper sanitisation of the vehicle is to be ensured before entering Bangladesh and on returning back to India. viii. Unloading of products at the destination is to be done by Bangladeshi counterparts and the Indian driver must strictly remain inside the vehicle. ix. Exporters to ensure that the drivers used in the border trade move strictly between the workplace and residence. | Mandatory | Logistics | No end date specified |
| Delhi | Sop For All Hospitals | 04-06-2020 | In an order dated 4th June, 2020 the Health and Family Welfare Department, Delhi (Department) has issued guidelines for streamlining the standard operating procedure for handling COVID 19 positive/suspected patients in COVID hospitals. The Guidelines lay down the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for the following: 1. Reception of COVID 19 patients in the hospitals 2. Training/Admission of a patient 3. Treatment and tests at the hospital. 4. Discharge of patient after treatment. For a detailed read of the SOP, please refer to the attached document. | Mandatory | Hospitals | No end date specified |
| Delhi | Categorisation Of Beds In The Hospitals | 04-06-2020 | In an order dated 4th June, 2020 the Health and Family Welfare Department, Government of Delhi (Department) has issued a process of categorisation in which the beds in the hospitals have to categorised. The beds will be categorised in the following categories: 1. Level 4 Beds- equipped with a ventilator. 2. Level 3 beds- equipped with HFNO machine for oxygen supply at 50+Lts/min 3. Level 2 beds- equipped with oxygen supply at 10-15lts per minute 4. Level 1 beds- equipped with normal oxygen supply upto 5lts/min. 5. Level 0 beds- Recover/observation beds, the ordinary hospital beds. The designated COVID hospitals must upgrade their beds as per the categorisation issued by the Government. | Mandatory | Hospitals | No end date specified |
| Central | Tea Board Allows Moratorium Of Six (06) Months For Sptf Borrowers As Per Rbi Guidelines | 04-06-2020 | On account of COVID-19 pandemic, the Tea Board of India in view to reduce burden on Board's SPTF borrowers and to ensure continuity of viable business has allowed a moratorium of 6 months between 1st March, 2020 and 31st August, 2020 on the repayment of half-yearly instalments and payment of monthly interests on their term loans availed by them from the board under the SPTF scheme. This decision has been taken in line with Government of India's initiative and guidelines issued by the RBI. | Mandatory | Tea | 31-08-2020 |
| Delhi | Compliance For Hospitals W.R.T Tracking Covid Cases | 04-06-2020 | In light of the fact that tracking and monitoring of COVID-19 patients is extremely crucial towards curbing the spread of the COVID-19 virus, the NCT of Delhi has shared a standard reporting format with all nodal officers of COVID-19 hospitals: Key Compliance Obligations: The hospitals must ensure: 1. to add the daily admission of positive patients, discharges and changes in bed availability on the reporting portal on a real time basis; 2. to share details of test samples taken and results on the same day that the event takes place against each patients details on the reporting portal; 3. that there is no discrepancy in database management; 4. that COVID suspect admissions are kept in separate wards and number of isolation beds dedicated for COVID patients must not be allocated to any suspect patients; 5. that mild or asymptomatic patients are discharged within 24 hours of admission and concerned District Surveillance Officer (DSO) be informed regarding the same; For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | Hospitals | No end date specified |
| Delhi | Certain Hospitals In Delhi Directed To Reserve Beds For Covid Positive/ Non-Covid Ews Patients | 04-06-2020 | The Directorate general of Health Services has in continuation of its earlier Orders, issued a fresh Order dated June 4, 2020, requiring hospitals with a bed strength of fifty (50) or more and which were allotted land at concessional rates, to provide subsidised services and reserve beds for EWS patients. As per the present Order, such hospitals must- 1. Provide 10% IPD and 25% of total OPD completely free of any charges to eligible patients of EWS category. 2. Earmark/ reserve specified number of beds for EWS patients who are infected with COVID or otherwise. The hospitals have been directed to send a compliance report with regard to the number of Covid-19 free beds and Covid-19 and Non-Covid-19 free beds, within 3 days of receipt of the Order. For the list of hospitals and number of beds specified for reservation, please see the appended order. | Mandatory | Hospitals | No end date specified |
| Central | Guidelines For Validation And Batch Testing Of Covid-19 Diagnostic Kits | 04-06-2020 | The Indian Council of Medical Research has taken out GUIDELINES FOR VALIDATION AND BATCH TESTING OF COVID-19 DIAGNOSTIC KITS. Please refer to the Guidelines for the details. | Advisory | Diagnostics | No end date specified |
| West Bengal | Eastern Railways Suspends Regular Train Services Till 30.6.2020.; Goods Train And Special Trains Allowed | 04-06-2020 | The Eastern Railway has, in a notification dated 4th June, 2020, informed that all mail, express trains and suburban trains have been suspended till 30th June, 2020. However, the Eastern Railways have informed that Railways, being classified as essential services, the running of goods trains and Shramik and Special trains for movement of passengers is permitted. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Meghalaya | Political Department, Government Of Meghalaya Expands List Of Permitted Acitivties W.E.F 8Th June, 2020 | 03-06-2020 | The Political Department, Government of Meghalaya has through a notification dated 3rd June, 2020 expanded the list of permitted activities w.e.f 8th June, 2020. The newly added activities include: 1. Border trade with Bangladesh through Land Customs Stations subject to strict compliance of the SOP being issued by the State Government. (Trade through Border Haat not permitted). 2. Opening of shops in shopping complexes/malls (alternate shops on rotation basis). | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Delhi | Delhi Disaster Management Authority Releases Additional Guidelines For Passengers Arriving At Delhi Via Air/Train/Inter-State Bus Travel | 03-06-2020 | The Delhi Disaster Management Authority has through a notification dated 3rd June, 2020 released additional guidelines for passengers arriving to Delhi via Air/Train/Inter-state bus travel. The additional guidelines state that: 1) All asymptomatic passengers who enter/de-board in NCT of Delhi shall home quarantine themselves for 07 days (in place f 14 days self monitoring of health as mentioned in point no. 9 of the aforesaid guidelines of MoHFW, GoI). 2) In this regard, concerned airport authorities, railway authorities (General Manager, Northern Railway) and transport authorities {Secretary-cum-Commissioner (Transport), GNCTD and MD,DTC} shall provide passenger manifest to the Office of Pr. Secretary (Revenue)-cum-Divisional Commissioner, GNCTD on a daily basis. 3) The office of Pr. Secretary (Revenue)-cum-Divisional Commissioner, GNCTD shall forward the passenger manifest to the respective District Magistrates under whose jurisdiction the passenger resides/stays. 4) The District Magistrates shall ensure that the passengers residing in their jurisdiction remain in home quarantine for 07 days. 5) Sh. K.S. Meena, Spl CEO, DDMA (Mob: 9212034395) is designated as Nodal Officer for this work. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Ministry Of Labour And Employment Extends The Validity Of Licenses Granted Under Contract Labour (R&A) Act, 1970 And The Inter-State Migrant Workmen (Cs&Re) Act, 1979 Up To 30Th June, 2020 | 03-06-2020 | In light of the continued COVID-19 related lockdown, the Ministry of Labour and Employment (Ministry) has extended the validity of licenses granted under Contract Labour (Regulation and Abolition) Act, 1970 and Inter-State Migrant Workmen (Regulation of Employment and Conditions of Service) Act, 1979 till 30th June, 2020. Previously, the Ministry had extended the validity of licences granted under the above-mentioned Acts up to 31st May, 2020 (for licenses whose renewal fell due in the months of March, April & May 2020). Now, the Ministry has further extended the validity of the licenses, whose renewal fell or will fall due in the months of March, April, May and June 2020, under the above-mentioned Acts, up to 30th June 2020. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Central | Ministry Of Labour And Employment Grants Further Extension To The Last Date Of Filing Unified Annual Return Under 8 Labour Laws For 2019, Till 30Th June, 2020 | 03-06-2020 | The Ministry of Labour and Employment (Ministry) has granted a further extension to the last date for filing Unified online Annual Return (Annual Return) under the following labour laws: a. The Payment of Wages Act, 1936 b. The Minimum Wages Act, 1948 c. The Contract Labour (Regulation & Abolition) Act, 1970 d. The Inter-State Migrant Workmen (RE&CS) Act, 1979 e. The Maternity Benefit Act, 1961 f. The Industrial Disputes Act 1947 g. Payment of Bonus Act, 1965, and h. The Building and Other Construction workers (Regulation of Employment & Conditions of Service) Act, 1996 Previously, the Ministry had extended the date of filing Annual Return up to 30th April, 2020. Now, the last date for filing the Annual Return has been extended upto 30th June, 2020. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Chandigarh | Chandigarh Administration Exempts Factories From Limits On Working Hours; Allows Up To 12 Hrs A Day And 72 Hrs A Week; No Woman To Work Between 7 P.M. To 6 A.M | 03-06-2020 | The Labour Department, Chandigarh Administration, in an Order dated 3rd June, 2020, has exempted factories registered under the Factories Act, 1948 from the limitations of daily and weekly working hours for a period of 3 months. Under normal circumstances, a factory registered under the Factories Act, 1948 can make a worker work as per the following conditions: 1. Not more than 9 hrs a day; 2. Not more than 48 hours a week; and 3. On a given working day a worker cannot be made to work more than 5 hours continuously, before a break of at least half an hour is provided. With this Order, the Chandigarh Administration has exempted such factories from the above limitations in the Union Territory of Chandigarh, subject to the following conditions: 1. No worker can be allowed or required to work for more than 12 hours in any day; 2. No worker can be allowed or required to work for more than 72 hours in any week; 3. The periods of work shall be so set that no worker works for more than 6 hours continuously without a break of at least half an hour; and 4. No female worker can be allowed or required to work between 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. | Advisory | Factories | 02-09-2020 |
| Gujarat | Gujarat Government Grants More Relaxations To Economic Activities And Daily Life Activities In Unlock-1 Guidelines | 02-06-2020 | The Government of Gujarat, in a Press Release, has informed that, in a meeting of core group chaired by the Chief Minister, it has taken the following important decisions in line with the Central Government Order dated 30th May, 2020 and the Guidelines issued by the State Government: 1. No relaxations will be given in the Containment zone except for essential goods and essential services. 2. In areas other than the containment zone, trade and offices can be continued from 8 am to 7 pm. 3. Curfew will be enforced in the entire state from 9 pm to 5 am in the state. 4. ST buses will run with 60% seating capacity across the state instead of regional. 5. Odd even system complete closure for shops across the state. 6. Permission to start offices with rules of social distance. 7. Motorcycles and scooters now allow two people to ride with a family member, wearing a mask is mandatory. 8. Large vehicles-four wheel-SUV can carry driver plus three persons. 9. Permission to start city bus service in the entire state with 50% capacity. 10. Secretariat and government offices will start working normally from Monday 1st June. 11. Banks across the state, including the containment zone, will also be doing full-fledged work from 1st June. 11. Hotels, restaurants, religious places, malls will not be operational till June 8 as per Government of India guidelines. 12. The Health Department will finalize and announce the states containment zones. 13. The decision to start educational institutions-schools-colleges-coaching classes, tuition classes will be taken in the month of July as per the guidelines of the Central Government. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Mizoram | Mizoram Extends Lockdown Order Till 30Th June, 2020 | 02-06-2020 | The Mizoram Government has extended the lockdown in the state till 30th June, 2020. In the Order issued, it has been stated that the International and Inter State borders will remain closed. Entry points at Bairabi, Vairengte and Kanhmun shall be open for movement of vehicles carrying essential commodities and non essential commodities permitted by Home Department. Entry into the state without Government permission as been strictly prohibited. It has further been mentioned that permits will not be required for the movement of essential commodities and other non essential commodities specifically notified by Home Department. Shops, business and other establishments have been permitted to operate under strict adherence to the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for Social Distancing and are to close by 5PM, except pharmaceutical shops. Educational & religious institutions and training institutes are to remain closed during this period. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Haryana | The Government Of Haryana, Office Of The District Magistrate, Rewari Issued An Order Dated June 2, 2020 Prohibiting Certain Activities As Given In The Order In The Interest Of Maintenance Of Public Health, Hygiene And Safety In View Of The Covid-19 Pandemic | 02-06-2020 | The Government of Haryana, Office of the District Magistrate, Rewari referred to the MHA Government of India Order No. 40-3/2020-DM-1(A) dated 30.05.2020 extending the lockdown period upto 30th June, 2020 in containment zones w.e.f. June 1, 2020 and issued an Order dated June 2, 2020 prohibiting certain activities as given in the Order in the interest of maintenance of public health, hygiene and safety in view of the COVID-19 pandemic, such as the following: 1. The movement of individuals shall remain strictly prohibited between 9-00 PM to 5-00 AM, except for essential activities. 2. Persons above 65 years of age, persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women, and children below the age of 10 years, shall stay at home, except for essential and health purposes. Further, the Order states that the compliance of this order must be strictly enforced and ensured by all Executive Magistrates and Police Officials on duty and any violation of the same must be strictly dealt with as per Sections of 188, 269 and 270 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 and Sections 51 to 60 of the Disaster Management Act, 2005. | Mandatory | Individuals | No end date specified |
| West Bengal | Nabadiganta Industrial Township Authority Releases Memo Seeking Intimation From Business Owners Who Intend To Re-Open Their Office From 8Th June Onwards | 02-06-2020 | The Nabadiganta Industrial Township Authority has through a memo dated 2nd June, 2020 sought intimation from business owners who intend to re-open their offices from 8th June, 2020 onwards in view of the phase-wise relaxation by the Government of West Bengal. Business owners are required to inform the Nabadiganta Industrial Township Authority through email at info@ndita.org so that NDITA can make necessary arrangement for sanitization of office premises upto the lift lobby. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Uttar Pradesh | Uttar Pradesh Extends Validity Of Permission For Manufacturing Alcohol Based Sanitizers Till 31St July, 2020 | 02-06-2020 | Uttar Pradesh Pollution Control Board permitted existing Distillery/ Industrial units to apply on "Nivesh Mitra Portal" for obtaining Consent to Operate and start manufacturing of alcohol based sanitizers through an office Order dated 30th March 2020. The validity of the earlier office Order was till 31st May, 2020. The present Order dated 2nd June, 2020 has extended the validity of the existing Consent letter/ certificate to manufacture alcohol based sanitizer till 31st July, 2020. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended document | Mandatory | Manufacturing | Human health and social work activities | 31-07-2020 |
| Odisha | Weekend Shutdown Of Government Offices During The Month Of June For Specified Districts In Odisha | 02-06-2020 | The General Administration & Public Grievance Department in Odisha has through a Notification dated 2nd June, 2020 directed 11 districts on Odisha to keep the Government Offices closed during weekends i.e. Saturday and Sunday for the month of June. However essential and emergency services including Medical, Police, fire, telecom and sanitation will not be restricted. Please refer to the official Notification for further details. | Mandatory | Government | 30-06-2020 |
| Odisha | Modification Of Odisha Order On Lockdown 5.0. | 02-06-2020 | Office of Special Relief Commissioner has modified the Order on Lockdown 5.0. The following have been partially modified - 1. Weekend Shutdown: The General Administration & Public Grievance Department in Odisha has through a Notification dated 2nd June, 2020 directed 11 districts on Odisha to keep the Government Offices closed during weekends i.e. Saturday and Sunday for the month of June. However essential and emergency services including Medical, Police, fire, telecom and sanitation will not be restricted. Only the following activities shall be allowed: . All medical establishments including hospitals, cllnics, nursing homes, including medicine stores. Movement of Ambulance and all medical personnel. . District and Municipal Administration/ Police/ Fire Services . Central & State Government officials on emergenry duty . Telecom services . Petrol pumps . PrintandElectronic Media identified by Commissionerate/ District Police . Water Supply, sanitation and sewerage workers . Electricity supply and distribution . Movement of goods and good carriers, whether loaded or unloaded . Industrial establishments, factories and construction activities . Service sector industries, including IT/ ITeS, Hotel & Hospitality units . AII Agriculture, Hotticulturc & Allied activities . All Dairyr Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Allied activities . Movement of rail and air transport . Road transport on highways, road movement of transiting vehicles . Movement of Public Transport, private vehicles and taxis (including cabs by aggregators like Ola, Uber, etc.) to and from airpofts, railway station and bus terminals/ standsl stops, for facilitating movement of passengers by air, rail and road. . Marriages and Funerals, with permission of local authority 2. Schools, colleges, other educational training coaching institutions, etc. will remain closed till 31st July,2020. Howeveq conduct of examinations shall be pemitted. 3. The following category of people are advised against outdoor movement, except for essential and health purposes till 30th June, 2O2O. a. Persons above 65 years of age b. persons with co-morbidities c. pregnant women d. children below the age of 10 years | Mandatory | IT/ ITeS, Telecom | No end date specified |
| Delhi | Enhancing The Capacity Of Cats Ambulance Services As Well As Taxi Ambulance Services In Delhi | 02-06-2020 | In light of the urgent requirement to enhance the capacity of CATS Ambulance and Taxi Ambulance for Covid and non-Covid patients in the state, the Delhi Disaster Management Authority, in an order dated 2nd June, 2020 has issued the following information under the provisions of the Disaster Management Act, 2005: 1. 328 ambulances along with connected equipments and manpower are requisitioned with immediate effect. The ambulances will e utilised by operators for transporting patients except when required by GNCT of Delhi. 2. All agencies providing taxi ambulances like OLA, Uber, Prakriti have to arrange maximum number of taxi ambulances to cope up with the regularly increasing number of calls to CATS Command Centre, in the interest of public. 3. CATS have to ensure that no call is refused/unanswered. For a detailed read of the Notification, please refer to the document. | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Meghalaya | Government Of Meghalaya Issues Order Regarding Relaxation And Prohibition Of Certain Activities | 02-06-2020 | The Office of the Deputy Commissioner, East Khasi Hills District, Shillong, Government of Meghalaya, in an Order dated 2nd June, 2020, has allowed certain shops operating from Fixed Premises to open from 3rd June, 2020 (9 a.m. to 6 p.m.), in the Shillong Urban Agglomeration for the following areas: 1) Police Bazaar, 2) G.S.Road, 3) Keating Road, 4) Jail Road, 5) Cantonment Area, and 6) Mortphran. The shops have been allotted numbers between "1-4" and have been allowed to open on various days as mentioned in the Order. However, shopping complexes, malls, barber shops, beauty parlours, salons, cyber cafes, gaming parlours, jackpot parlours, teer counter and lottery counter, will remain closed until further orders. Further, the following have been allowed to remain open daily in the above mentioned areas: 1. Only in-situ construction works including only in-situ workers which shall include labourers, supervisors, contractors, etc., working in the construction site, coming from their residence within the same district. A permission needs to be obtained along with an undertaking. 2. Private Office Establishments with 33% strength. They shall obtain permission and submit an undertaking and mandatorily comply to the National Directives/SOPs of the Government of India for COVID-19 management and to all the Advisories of the Health and Family Welfare Department. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Haryana | Haryana Labour Welfare Board Further Extends Timeline To Deposit Labour Welfare Fund Contribution For The Year 2019, Up To 30Th June, 2020 | 02-06-2020 | The Haryana Labour Welfare Board ("Board"), in a Notification dated 2nd June, 2020, has extended the last date for depositing the Labour Welfare Fund Contribution for the year 2019, up to 30th June, 2020. Background: The date as prescribed under the law for payment of the labour welfare fund is 31st December of every year, pertaining to amounts due for that particular year. In a Notification dated 21st January, 2020, the Board had extended the timeline to deposit the amount due for welfare fund for the year 2019 till 31st March, 2020. Therefore, in this current Notification, the Board has further extended the timeline till 30th June, 2020. | Advisory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Central | Analysis Of Activities Permitted Post Mha Unlock 1.0 Guidelines Dated 30Th May, 2020 | 01-06-2020 | This is a State-wise compilation of activities which have been permitted post the MHA Order dated 30th May, 2020 (Unlock 1.0) along with State-specific Guidelines for ease of reference. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Odisha | Odisha Extends Lockdown Till June 30Th 2020 | 01-06-2020 | The Odisha Government has announced through an Order dated 1st of June, 2020 that the ongoing coronavirus-forced lockdown will continue to remain in effect till June 30,2020 in containment zones. The Order stated that the movement of individuals shall remain strictly prohibited between 7.00 pm to 5.00 am throughout the State. However, the people associated with the delivery of essential activities are exempted. The religious places/places of worship to remain closed till June 30. Hotels will be allowed to operate up to 30 per cent capacity and Shopping Malls to remain closed till June 30. In an attempt to contain the coronavirus outbreak, 11 districts - Ganjam, Puri, Kendrapara, Jajpur, Cuttack, Jagatsinghpur, Nayagarh, Khurda, Bhadrak, Balasore and Balangi will remain shut on Saturdays and Sundays. The administration will impose fine on people found without masks and sitting in public places. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Himachal Pradesh | The Government Of Himachal Pradesh, Has Issued Guidelines On Interstate And Intra State Movement Of Persons And Goods. | 01-06-2020 | The Government of Himachal Pradesh, vide an order dated 01-06-2020, has issued guidelines on interstate and intra state movement of persons and goods. The key highlights of the update are as follows: 1. Only interstate check post shall be utilised for regulated interstate movement of individuals. 2. An pamphlet with instructions/methods of home quarantine must be distributed to all individuals entering the state at these interstate check posts. 3. District authorities to maintain the list of all individuals who have returned to their districts. 4. No quarantine for asymptomatic travellers who have undertaken a short duration visit to other state with permit. However if they are symptomatic, they would be tested for covid-19. 5. All interstate travellers must undergo mandatory 14 day period of quarantine and a further 14 day period of surveillance. 6. All interstate travellers who have a travel history from infected cities shall be institutionally quarantined. 7. The list of the infected cities has been provided, included Mumbai, Chennai, Ahmedabad, Kolkata etc. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Increase In The Duration Of Validity Of Meis/Seis Scrips For The Duty Credits Issued Between 01.03.2018 And 30.06.2018 | 01-06-2020 | Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) has issued Public Notice 08/2015-20 dated 1st June, 2020 to increase the duration of validity of MEIS/SEIS scrips by providing that Duty Credit Scrips issued between 01.03.2018 and 30.06.2018 shall be valid till 30th day of September, 2020. Also, in MEIS applications which attracted a late cut as on 01.03.2020, the period between 01.03.2020 and 30.06.2020 shall not be counted and the last date for submission of various categories of applications attracting that late cut and the applicable cuts will be accordingly suitable redetermined. Further for SEIS applications : I. For the services rendered in FY 2016-17- the last date of application with 10% late cut would be 30th day of June, 2020 and after that date it would become time barred. ii.For the services rendered in the FY 2017-18 - 5% late cut as was applicable on 31st March, 2020, shall continue to be applicable for applications submitted till 30th day of June, 2020, and thereafter 10% late cut would be applicable for applications submitted till 31st day of March, 2020. | Mandatory | All | 30-09-2020 |
| Madhya Pradesh | E- Pass Not Required In Madhya Pradesh While Travelling From One District To Another. | 01-06-2020 | Madhya Pradesh Government on it website for information on COVID-19 virus has under it "Latest Updates" has mentioned that E- pass is not required in Madhya Pradesh while travelling from one district to another starting from 1st June 2020. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Haryana | Haryana Extends Lockdown In Containment Zones To 30Th June, 2020 | 01-06-2020 | The Haryana Government has extended the lockdown in containment zones till 30th June, 2020 and open restricted areas in a phased manner. Shops have been permitted to remain open between 9am and 7pm. Large public gatherings or congregations continue to be prohibited. Inter state and intra state buses have been permitted as per schedule whereas taxis and cabs have been permitted to ply in accordance with the existing SOPs. Please refer to the attached Order for a detailed read. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Assam | Assam Issues Fresh Guidelines For Unlock 1 | 01-06-2020 | The Government of Assam has through an order dated 1st June, 2020 issued fresh guidelines for Unlock 1 and allowed certain activities with strict compliance of social distancing, hygiene and all other protocols as directed by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare for containment of Covid-19 epidemic across the country. The new guidelines has allowed the opening of hotels, restaurants and other hospitality services, shopping malls from June 8 by maintaining social distancing with 50 per cent of total capacity at a time. Has further allowed religious places, places of worship for the public from June 8, 2020, subject to a gathering of maximum 20 (twenty) persons per hour. However, if any religious place has only a small area, the management committee of such religious institutions shall downsize the number of attendees accordingly. (All religious institutions shall issue disposable paper tokens to regulate the number of visitors per hour and ensure safe disposal of tokens before entering the religious places) Open spaces and public parks for Yoga, morning walk, jogging etc. without sitting arrangements will be open from June 15, 2020. Persons entrusted with the responsibility of maintenance of such areas shall be responsible for maintaining social distancing and hygiene norms. Film and video shooting for both Government and private in open spaces and studios by maintaining social distancing from June 15, 2020 will be allowed. The State Government has allowed to open barbershops and parlours for hair trimming purposes only from June 1 by maintaining social distancing and strict use of masks and gloves with very frequent sanitization. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Puducherry | Drdm - Covid-19 - Scaling Down Of Lock Down Measures- Reg. | 01-06-2020 | This is to inform you that in an Order dated 1st June, 2020, the Government of Puducherry has allowed the following activities in the Union Territory in line with the Central Government Order dated 30th May, 2020: ¢ Parks ¢ Botanical Garden ¢ Museum ¢ Chunnambar Boat House ¢ Thengaithittu Boat House ¢ Beach Road- Only for walking purpose, and no events/ congregation of persons permitted ¢ Other Tourist Locations (Excluding religious places) The above activities are allowed subject to the strict adherence of the National directives to Covid-19 management such as compulsory wearing of masks, maintaining social distancing, no spitting & consumption of Liquor in Public Places etc. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Himachal Pradesh | District Magistrate Of Lahaul And Spiti In Himachal Pradesh Issues Fresh Prohibitory Order Under Section 144 Of Crpc | 01-06-2020 | Pursuant to the MHA Order dated 30th May, 2020, and subsequent Order issued by the Chief Secretary cum Chairman of Himachal Pradesh regarding the extension of lockdown, and re-opening of prohibited activities; the District Magistrate of Lahaul and Spiti has in an Order dated 1st June, 2020, directed as follows: i. Relaxation in curfew hours shall be available from 6 am to 8 pm; movement of individuals to remain prohibited between 8pm to 6 am throughout the district except for essential activities; ii. The inter-district and intra-district movement during the curfew relaxation period will be without any permit; iii. inter-State movement into the State to be regulated through passes/ permits through passes issued by the District Magistrate concerned or Nodal Officers appointed for inter-State movement of migrants and other stranded persons, as the case may be; With regard to the Order no. Rev (DMC) (C) 20 -2/2020-COVID-19 issued the Chief Secretary on 31st May, 2020, the following needs to be implemented in Lahaul and Spiti: a. Religious places be opened to the local residents only after necessary SOPs have been issued by the Department of Language, Art and Culture; b. Hotels will be opened for use of guests for non-tourism purposes such as housing of persons visiting for official, business purposes only. Local residents of Himachal may also staying Hotels; c. Restaurants/ dhabas can serve food by operating at sixty (60) percent of the seating capacity and in accordance with the SOPs issued by the Department of tourism; (Note: 1. Orders with regard to operation of Government offices to be issued by the Department of Personnel, Government of Himachal Pradesh separately; 2. State department of Health and Family Welfare will issue detailed instructions and SOPs about quarantine) d. SOPs have been issued with regard to: i. movement of trains; ii. movement of travellers through domestic flights and trains; and iii. Inter-State movement of industrial workers, industrialists, Traders, Raw material suppliers, Service Providers, Inspecting Authorities. (Note: For a detailed read of the SOPs, please refer to the appended document); e. All inter-State movement to be regulated through passes / permits; f. Inter-State movement of people to be regulated on a need basis subject to possession of valid passes; g. Daily/ weekend commuters through Inter-State barriers can be issued passes without any quarantine requirement; however, it will be the individual's personal responsibility to report in case of flu or ILI symptoms; h. Residents of Himachal Pradesh can exit the State without permit; i. Intra-District and Inter-District movement shall be without any permit; j. Inter-State movement of public transport bus shall remain prohibited; k. Taxis may ply with permission from of Deputy Commissioners; l. Pass free inter-District movement of public transport buses, private vehicles, taxis and autos shall be allowed; m. Stage Carrier Public Transport (HRTC and Private Buses) allowed to operate with maximum 60 percent capacity; n. The public transport taxis and private vehicles may ply on roads during the permitted hours; o. Persons coming from high load COVID-19 infected cities will be institutionally quarantined; p. All asymptomatic persons coming from other States / cities/ abroad will be home quarantined as per MoHFW guidelines; q. Symptomatic persons with ILI symptoms to be kept at institutional quarantine facilities; r. Persons jumping home quarantine shall be taken to institutional quarantine facilities; r. Educational institutions may not be used as quarantine centres; s. Those asking for better facilities may be quarantined in paid facilities; Along with the above-mentioned modifications, the MHA Unlock 1.0 Order dated 30.05.2020 shall be applicable. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended document. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Meghalaya | Govt Of Meghalaya Vide Order Dated 1St June 2020 Lifts Restrictions On Certain Business Activities In The State. | 01-06-2020 | The Government of Meghalaya vide order dated 1st June 2020 lifts restrictions on certain business activities in the state. The following activities are allowed in the state from 1st June 2020: - 1. All shops including barber shops / beauty parlours / salons. 2. Courier services for all goods. 3. E-commerce operations in all goods. 4. 50% private and public transport to operate on rotation basis. It will be further decided by the authorities. 5. All public transport shall utilize 50% seating capacity. 6. Inter-district movement allowed. Intra-state movement restricted. | Mandatory | Shops, E-commerce, private transport, courier services | No end date specified |
| Chandigarh | Chandigarh Extends Lockdown Till 30.06.2020 | 01-06-2020 | Chandigarh extends lockdown till 30.06.2020. Some key highlights of the lockdown order are given below: i. shops will be open from 10 AM to 8 PM, except for shops selling essential items to which such restriction does not apply. ii. No mandatory pass will be required for enter Chandigarh from other states with random screening on borders and advise to visitors to self-monitor for 14 days. iii. Private offices have been allowed to call 75% of their staff and with effect from 8.6.2020 they will be free to call 100% work force. Sanitisation and social distancing norms have to be maintained. iv. Barbers and hair salons have been allowed to operate from 2.6.2020 by following hygiene and social distancing norms. Spas, massage centres and swimming pools will remain closed till further orders. v. Restaurants will be allowed to operate takeaways from 8.6.2020. Please read the order for more details. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Meghalaya | Health & Family Welfare Department, Government Of Meghalaya Releases Health Protocol For Shopkeepers | 01-06-2020 | The Health & Family Welfare Department, Government of Meghalaya has through a notification dated 1st June, 2020 released a set of health protocol for shopkeepers. The protocol is divided into (a) General Protocol for all Shopkeepers and, (b) Additional protocol for shopkeepers of medium-and large-sized standalone shops. For All Shopkeepers: 1. All shopkeepers/staff-members will have to compulsorily wear face masks during operation of business/shop. Mask should be worn in a correct manner and not removed while talking. 2. Shopkeepers should compulsorily follow social distancing while conduct of business. 3. Shopkeepers must ensure that customers coming to their shops should wear a face mask and maintain social distancing. Additional protocol for shopkeepers of medium- and large-sized standalone shops: 1. Shopkeepers must provide hand sanitizers at the entrance. 2. Shopkeepers must ensure that there is minimum 1-2 meter distance among customers as well as the staff members inside the shop. 3. Shopkeepers must ensure that not more than 5 persons are inside the shop. 4. For those items that need to be checked before buying, shopkeepers should ensure that customers sanitizer their hands before touching them. For example, in case of optical stores, it is advised that frames once tried should be sanitized before they are placed back. 5. Frequent sanitization of the entire shop and especially points that frequently come into contact with humans, for example door handles/knobs, should be ensured. | Mandatory | Shops | No end date specified |
| Nagaland | Home Department, Government Of Nagaland Issues Revised Sop For Returnees To Nagaland | 01-06-2020 | The Government of Nagaland has issued Standard Operating Procedure for people entering Nagaland. Key points: A. Chennai Special train returnees on 22nd of May 2020 1. The persons who returned to the State on 22/05/2020 by the Special Train from Chennai and are still in Kohima and Dimapur quarantine centres will continue to remain until the COYID-19 test are done on all such persons. 2. Those persons who test negative will be sent to their home district. 3. As regard to those who test positive but do not require hospitalization and are fit to travel, they will also be sent to their home districts to be kept at the COVID-19 Hospitals for treatment; under special transportation after following all the necessary health protocols. 4. Those persons tested positive and showing symptoms requiring hospitalization and not fit for travel will be shifted to the CO YID Hospitals of Dimapur and Kohima as the case may be for treatment. B. Returnees from NE States before 18th of May 2020 1. All the returnees who have arrived in the State from the Green Zones of the North East states, before 18th of May 2020, and have completed 14 days institutional quarantine at a centre in Dimapur or Kohima or in any other District, and not exhibiting any symptoms will be immediately released for undergoing home quarantine for another 14 days without the mandatory testing. 2. Those returnees who are still in Kohima or Dimapur quarantine centres will be released to their respective district task force for undergoing 14 days in home quarantine. C. All returnees other than the above two categories 1. All the returnees reaching the State at Dimapur either by train/ air/ road will be segregated district-wise at the entry point/Agri Expo site, thermally screened and all found asymptomatic will be transferred to the Quarantine Centers in the respective districts. 2. As regard the persons entering the State through Khuzama, the District Task Force Kohima will make similar arrangements as mentioned in paragraph C1. 3. All the returnees showing symptoms will be subjected to medical protocol at Dimapur and Kohima; and based on the fitness, will be retained or transported to the respective home districts. 4. In case the Quarantine Centers in any particular district gets fully filled up, and if the district is unable to take anymore returnees, then arrangements will be made to keep the returnees inbound for such districts in the quarantine centers at Dimapur or Kohima or vice versa wherever space is available at that point of time. 5. The sample of all the returnees will be taken in the respective districts and tested for COVID-19 in the BSL 3 Lab at Kohima or in the labs in Assam /Manipur or in the upcoming BSL 2 Lab at Dimapur, when functional, or in the TrueNat machines wherever available. 6. Those whose test is positive will be shifted to the respective district COVID Hospital. Positive cases will be managed within the respective district COVID hospital until the facilities are saturated, after which the cases will be shifted to the nearest available COVID Hospital. 7. After 14(fourteen) days institutional quarantine, the returnee, if tested negative and found asymptomatic will be released for undergoing another 14 (fourteen) days home quarantine. 8. In respect of persons above the age of 60 years, children below the age of 10 years and parents, and pregnant women and accompanying spouse, and patients, they shall be thoroughly screened and on the advice of the Medical Team at the Entry point/ Screening Centre will be sent for 28 (twenty eight) days Home Quarantine. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| West Bengal | Health And Family Welfare Department, Government Of West Bengal Releases Sop For Proper Demarcation And Implementation Of Containment Measures For Containment Affected Area (Containment Category A) | 01-06-2020 | The Health and Family Welfare Department, Government of West Bengal has through a notification dated 1st June, 2020 released an SOP for proper demarcation and implementation of containment measures in both Urban and Rural areas. The Health and Family Welfare Department has further stated that the restrictions which are imposed shall remain for a period of 14 days from the date of the last reported case in the affected area followed by a further strict surveillance for another 14 days. For further details please refer to the associated document. | Mandatory | All | 15-06-2020 |
| Punjab | Punjab Gov On Inter District Movement Of Persons | 01-06-2020 | 1. As per Clause 10 in para 3 of Home Department letter No. SS/ACSH/2020/456 dated 31.05.2020, for Inter-State movement of persons either by air or rail or road, downloading of Cova-app on their compatible mobile phones and self-generation of 'e pass' has been made mandatory. 2. It has been decided that similar process as in the case of Inter-State movement of persons would also be followed for Inter-District movement of persons. 3. Accordingly, all the persons be directed that while moving from one district to another district of the State, they must download cova-app on their compatible mobile phones and self-generate 'e-pass' which would be issued automatically in the app. | Mandatory | Public Transport | 30-06-2020 |
| Delhi | Extension Of Lockdown Orders From 1St June | 01-06-2020 | The Delhi Government has introduced it guidelines for extension of Lockdown and for Unlock 1. Containment zones continue to be completely locked down till 30th June while other zones have several permitted activities now. All details available in the link. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Manipur | Manipur Extends Lockdown Till 30.06.2020 | 01-06-2020 | Manipur extends lockdown till 30.06.2020. Some key highlights of the lockdown order are given below: i. complete lockdown and curfew in containment zones as notified by Deputy Commissioners till 30.06.2020. ii. Curfew in Imphal city and other district headquarters from 2 PM to 5 AM till 15.6.2020 subject to further review depending on the situation. In all other areas there shall be curfew from 5 PM to 5 AM till 30.6.2020. iii. All inter-state bus services and inter-state public transport except for activities permitted by MHA shall be prohibited. Auto rickshaws and taxis, shopping malls, gymnasiums, swimming pools etc., all religious places shall be prohibited. iv. All activities related to essential services such as health related activities, activities in social sector, movement of cargo and goods, financial sector, public utilities, etc., are permitted to operate. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Uttar Pradesh Extends Validity Of Consent To Operate For Manufacture Life Saving Medical Equipments, Personal Protective Equipment And Oxygen Cylinders Till 31St July, 2020 | 01-06-2020 | Through an earlier Office Order dated 10th April, 2020, Uttar Pradesh Pollution Control Board permitted existing Industrial Units engaged in the manufacture of life saving Medical Equipment, Personal Protective Equipment and Oxygen cylinders to apply on "Nivesh Mitra Portal" for obtaining Consent to Operate for manufacturing at expanded capacity. The validity of the earlier Order was till 31st May, 2020. The present Order dated 1st June, 2020 has extended the validity of the existing Consent letter/ certificate to manufacture such life saving Medical Equipment, Personal Protective Equipment and Oxygen cylinders till 31st July, 2020. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended document | Mandatory | Manufacturing | Human health and social work activities | 31-07-2020 |
| Jharkhand | Lockdown 5 Notification | 01-06-2020 | In an Order dated 1st June, 2020, the Jharkhand Government has ordered a strict implementation of the Order dated 31st May, 2020 issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs in light of the pandemic COVID-19. Further, the following activities are permitted outside the containment zones: 1. Service centres of mobiles, watches, consumer electronics like television, IT Products, consumer electrical products like air conditioner, refrigerator, air coolers etc in municipal corporation areas. 2. Call centres of private companies. 3. IT Hardware products/networking equipment, software/ telecom products. 4. Electrical products like switchgear, lights, fans, air coolers etc. 5. Automobiles/cycles/tractors. 6. Jewellery 7. spectacles/ contact lenses 8. Kitchen ware/furniture/utensils 9. Garages/motor workshops 10. Intra-district plying of public transport by auto/rickshaw/tempo etc. Note: 1. All activities permitted before remain permitted in the State. 2. The Order has become effective 1st June, 2020 | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Meghalaya | Activities Permitted In Meghalaya Along With Instruction Of Night Curfew In The Districts From 9:00 Pm To 5:00 Am | 01-06-2020 | The Government of Meghalaya in an Order dated 1st June, 2020, has permitted the following activities in the State including Shillong Urban Agglomeration Area with immediate effect - 1. E-commerce operations in all goods. 2. All shops from fixed premises excluding barber shop/beauty parlours/salons. 3. Courier Service for all goods. 4. 50% public and private transport to operate on rotation basis. Public transport vehicles to only utilize 50% seating capacity. Four wheelers will have maximum 2 persons besides the driver and for two wheelers, one pillion rider restricted only to female or child below the age of 12 years. 5. Inter-state movement of persons will continue to be restricted. 6. Any person who wants to commence any of abovementioned activities will have to submit an undertaking to the Deputy Commissioner confirming adherence to guidelines of MHA. 7. Night curfew in the districts from 9 PM to 5 PM will have to be strictly followed. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Kerala | Kerala Introduces Additional Measures Over And Above The Guidelines Of The Mha Order Dated 30.05.2020 | 01-06-2020 | The Government of Kerala, has introduced the following additional measures over and above the Guidelines of the Ministry of Home Affairs Unlock 1.0 Order: 1. No inter-state public transport by road is allowed. Inter-state movement of persons by all modes of transport would be regulated only through pass issued under the COVID-19 jagratha platform. 2. Inter-district movement of buses would be limited to adjoining districts only. Passengers shall wear masks mandatorily and sanitize their hands before boarding the buses. No standing passengers shall be permitted. Permits will be cancelled for those in violation. 3. The number of persons allowed in auto-rickshaws is limited to two (other than the driver) and in case of 4-wheelers, number of persons allowed has been limited to three (other than the driver). 4. Indoor shooting of cinema in a studio or indoor setting is allowed, subject to a maximum of 50 persons observing all health protocols, provided all of them have tested COVID-negative. Shootings for TV serials have been permitted on same conditions, with a maximum limit of twenty five (25) persons. 5. Business travels, technical/professional person coming for work and those returning from Kerala within a week are exempted from the provisions of quarantine. 6. Counter sale of liquor will be allowed in bar attached hotels which are currently being used as quarantine centres. | Mandatory | None | No end date specified |
| Haryana | Haryana Govt. Issues Standard Operating Protocol For Inter-State Travel In Buses Of Haryana Roadways | 01-06-2020 | The Department of State Transport, Government of Haryana, has issued Standard Operating Protocols ("SOP") for inter-state travel in buses of Haryana Roadways. Key highlights of the SOP: 1. Buses must be fully sanitised inside out; 2. Sanitiser bottles to be keot inside the buses and must be used by bus staff from time to time; 3. The wearing of masks by everyone aboard the bus and on bus stands is compulsory. All passengers must carry sanitizers with them; 4. The passengers intending to undertake travel must carry their identity proofs and tickets, in either electronic mode or physical form; 5. The bus staff as well as passengers must have Aarogya Setu app downloaded in their mobile phones while they travel with all relevant details filled in. The app should be functional at all times; 6. It must be ensured that the staff and passengers are free from any COVID-19 symptoms. If any such person is aboard, he or she must be immediately de-boarded and sent home and the people in contact with the person must be home quarantined for 14 days; 7. While passengers are boarding, their thermal screening must be ensured by the staff deployed there. No passenger should be allowed to board if he or she is running high temperature; 8. The number of passengers aboard one bus shall not exceed 30-35 depending upon extent of purchase of multiple tickets; 9. The passengers shall ensure following the COVID-19 protocol and shall maintain physical distancing at the bus stand and in the bus, not spit inside the bus or outside and at bus stands and other public places, cover their faces while coughing and sneezing. | Mandatory | Transportation and storage | Public Transport | No end date specified |
| Uttar Pradesh | Precautionary Guidelines Advised For Industries And Establishments In Uttar Pradesh | 31-05-2020 | Chief Secretary, Uttar Pradesh, in a letter dated 31st May, 2020 has issued instructions for management and precautions to be taken to prevent infection of COVID-19 in industrial/commercial establishments and other offices/institutions in the State. Key highlights - 1. Proper arrangements of hand washing and sanitizers to be in place and they should be used by persons before entering the premises. 2. Thermal screening arrangements should also be made before entering the work space and people showing symptoms should not be allowed to enter the premises. 3. Frequently touched places and all areas in the premises should be sanitized regularly. 4. Strict social distancing to be followed at all times. 5. Masks and face covers to used by all workers. 6. Namaste in place of handshake for greeting. 7. Exchange and share of tobacco products should not be allowed in the premises. 8. Supervisors to take all measures to stop the spread of COVID-19. 9. Vehicles used for transportation to be used with only 50% seating capacity and to be sanitized after each trip. 10. If someone shows COVID-19 symptoms then that specific building will be closed 24 hours and desanitization will be done twice and the person will have to be quarantined for 14 days. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Daman And Diu | Daman And Diu Issues Prohibitory Order Under Section 144 Of Crpc And Implemented The Extension Of Lockdown In Containment Zones Till 30Th June, 2020 | 31-05-2020 | In consonance with the MHA Order dated 30th May, 2020 and Order No. DMHS/COVID-19/ 2020/ 4618, dated 31st May, 2020, the District Magistrate of Daman and Diu has issued prohibitory Order under Section under Section 144 of CrPC and implemented the extension of lockdown in Containment Zones till 30th June, 2020. Key Highlights: i. Assembly of five (5) or more persons prohibited; ii. Movement of persons prohibited from 7:00 pm to 7:00 am, except for medical emergencies and essential service-related emergencies; iii. All shops may remain open from 7 am to 7 pm; iv. In areas outside containment Zones, all activities will be permitted, except the ones which are to be opened in a phased manner; v. The movement of individuals, for all non-essential activities, shall remain strictly prohibited between 7 PM to 7 AM till 30n June, 2020; vi. Persons above 65 years of age, persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women, and children below the age of l0 years, shall stay at home, except for meeting essential requirements and for health purposes; vii. Inter District and Inter State movement of individuals is permitted for official/commercial/business activities/medical reasons; however, people are to be discouraged for unnecessary travel. Necessary E-Permits/Passes are required to be obtained from the District Administration for entry/exit into/from the territory; viii. Interstate buses for public transport are permitted to operate. The SOPs to be issued by the Department of Transport shall be strictly implemented. ix. Intra District Transport/Movement of persons is permitted subject to strict implementation of SOPs issued by Department of Transport. x. Taxis and cab aggregators have been allowed to operate with I driver and 3 passengers only. xi. Auto-Rickshaws have been permitted to operate with two passengers only; x. Four-wheeler vehicles will have maximum two passengers besides the driver; xi. Two-Wheeler vehicles are permitted with only one pillion rider. xii. SOPs to be issued for Buses/ Passenger vehicles; xiii. Movement of passengers through Domestic/International Flights has been allowed subject to strict compliance of the SOPs and the quarantine policy; xiv. The inter-state movement of goods/cargo, including empty trucks shall be allowed without any restriction; xv. The detailed SOPs annexed with Order dated 3'd May, 2020 with respect to Public Spaces, Educational Institutions, Anganwadis, Shops and Commercial establishments, banking and financial institutions, Building and Construction activities, and those pertaining to various departments such as Health and Family Welfare, Industries etc., shall continue to be strictly followed; xvi. Saloons and Parlours should also function as per SOPs annexed with Order dated 18th May, 2020. xvii. All Health services including AYUSH shall remain functional; xviii. All Agricultural and Horticultural activities to remain functional; xix. Establishments / Services under financial sector to remain functional. xx. All Institutions/Establishments/Services under social sector to remain functional. xxi. MGNREGA works to be allowed fully. xxii. All Public utilities such as Oil and Gas sector, Power sector, Postal Services, Water, Sanitation and Waste Management sectors, Tele communication and Internet services to remain operational. xxiii. All commercial and private establishments shall be allowed to operate including market complexes; xxiv. All Industrial establishments are allowed; xxv. Construction activities including that of the Private sector can be undertaken; xxvi. Offices of the Government of India, /UT Administration, their autonomous bodies and local Government shall remain open; xxvii. Online/distance learning shall continue to be permitted and shall be encouraged; Phased unlocking of certain activities as follows: Phase I: i. Following activities to be allowed with effect from second week of June, 2020: a. Religious places/places of worship for public; b. Hotels, restaurants and other hospitality services; c. Shopping malls; Phase II: Schools, Colleges, Educational/Training/Coaching Institutions, etc., will be opened after necessary consultation with the concerned stakeholders. Based on the feedback, a decision on the re-opening of these institutions will be taken by this Administration in the month of July, 2020. SOPs in this regard will be issued subsequently by the Department of Education in consultation with Department of Health and Family Welfare. Phase III: Based on the assessment of the situation, dates for re-starting the following activities will be decided: a. Cinema halls, gymnasiums, swimming pools, entertainment parks, theatres, bars, spas, auditoriums, assembly halls and similar places. b. Sports Complexes and Stadia. c. Social/Political/Sports/Entertainment/Academic/Cultural/Religious functions and other large congregations. d. All shops selling Paan/Gutka and Tobacco products are prohibited. 5. Liquor shops located within 200 meters from the borders/boundaries of the Union Territory are prohibited to operate. Lockdown has been limited to Containment Zones: Lockdown measures shall be implemented in case of Containment Zone(s) which are to be demarcated by the District Administration in consultation with the Department of Health and Family Welfare, after taking into consideration the guidelines/parameters shared by MoHFW, GoI. In the containment Zone(s), only essential activities shall be allowed. There shall be strict perimeter control to ensure that there is no movement of people in or out of these Zone(s), except of medical emergencies and for maintaining supply of essential goods and services. Directives for Workplaces i. Wearing of face cover is compulsory in all workplaces and adequate stock of such face covers shall be made available. In case of disposable masks, proper disposal protocols to be followed. ii. All persons in charge of workplaces shall ensure social distancing as per the guidelines issued by Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, within the workplaces; iii. Social distancing at workplaces shall be ensured through adequate gaps between shifts, staggering the lunch breaks of staff, etc iv. Provision for thermal scanning, hand wash and sanitizers preferably with touch free mechanism shall be made at all entry and exit points and common areas. In addition, sufficient quantities of hand wash and sanitizers shall be made available in the work places. v. Frequent sanitization of entire workplace, common facilities and all points which come into human contact e.g. door handles etc. shall be ensured, including between shifts; vi. Hospitals/clinics in the nearby areas, which are authorized to treat COVID-19 patients, should be identified and list should be available at work place all the times. Employees showing any symptom of COVID-I9 should be immediately sent for check up to such facilities. Quarantine areas should be earmarked for isolating employees showing symptoms till they are safely moved to the medical facilities. v. Intensive communication and training on good hygiene practices shall be taken up. Directives for Public Places: i. Wearing of face cover is compulsory in all public places, during transport. And in case of disposable masks, proper disposal protocols to be followed; ii. Social Distancing shall be followed by all persons in public places and during movement from one place to another; iii. Marriage related gathering shall ensure social distancing including wearing of masks by the Bride, Groom & attendees. The maximum number of guests including the family members of the Bride and the Groom shall not be more than 50 people; iv. Funeral / last rites related gathering shall ensure social distancing, and the maximum numbers allowed shall not more than 20; v. Spitting in public places shall be punishable with fine, as may be prescribed by the District/ Local authority; vi. Consumption of liquor, paan, gutka, tobacco, etc. in public places is not allowed and littering of sachets/pouches containing these products is also punishable as per law; vii. Shops including liquor shops shall ensure minimum six feet distance (2 gaz ki doori) among the customers. It shall be ensured that not more than five (5) persons are present at one time at the shop; For a detailed read, please refer to the appended document. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Andaman & Nicobar Islands | North And Middle Andaman Lockdown Order | 31-05-2020 | In order to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in the North and Middle Andaman District I, the District Magistrate (North and Middle Andaman) hereby direct the following - 1. The movement of individuals shall remain strictly prohibited between 9.00 PM to 5.00 AM except for essential activities. 2. No persons above 65 years of age, persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women and children below age of 10 years shall leave their home except for essential and health purposes. | Mandatory | No such industry is affected | 30-06-2020 |
| Himachal Pradesh | Himachal Pradesh Extends Lockdown In The Containment Zones Upto 30Th June, 2020; Issues Guidelines For Re-Opening Of Prohibited Activities In A Phased Manner | 31-05-2020 | In an Order dated 31st May, 2020, the Chief Secretary of Himachal Pradesh has ordered an extension to the lockdown in the Containment Zones upto 30th June, 2020 and issued guidelines for re-opening of prohibited activities in a phased manner in areas outside the Containment Zones. Key Highlights: a. All inter-State movement to be regulated through passes / permits; b. Inter-State movement of people to be regulated on a need basis subject to possession of valid passes; c. Hotels will be opened for use of guests for non-tourism purposes such as housing of persons visiting for official, business purposes only. Local residents of Himachal may also staying Hotels; d. Restaurants/ dhabas can serve food by operating at sixty (60) percent of the seating capacity and in accordance with the SOPs issued by the Department of tourism; (Note: 1. Orders with regard to operation of Government offices to be issued by the Department of Personnel, Government of Himachal Pradesh separately; 2. State department of Health and Family Welfare will issue detailed instructions and SOPs about quarantine) e. SOPs have been issued with regard to: i. movement of trains; ii. movement of travellers through domestic flights and trains; and iii. Inter-State movement of industrial workers, industrialists, Traders, Raw material suppliers, Service Providers, Inspecting Authorities. (Note: For a detailed read of the SOPs, please refer to the appended document); f. Religious places be opened to the local residents only after necessary SOPs have been issued by the Department of Language, Art and Culture; g. Daily/ weekend commuters through Inter-State barriers can be issued passes without any quarantine requirement; however, it will be the individual's personal responsibility to report in case of flu or ILI symptoms; h. Residents of Himachal Pradesh can exit the State without permit; i. Intra-District and Inter-District movement shall be without any permit; j. Inter-State movement of public transport bus shall remain prohibited; k. Taxis may ply with permission from of Deputy Commissioners; l. Pass free inter-District movement of public transport buses, private vehicles, taxis and autos shall be allowed; m. Stage Carrier Public Transport (HRTC and Private Buses) allowed to operate with maximum 60 percent capacity; n. The public transport taxis and private vehicles may ply on roads during the permitted hours; o. Persons coming from high load COVID-19 infected cities will be institutionally quarantined; p. All asymptomatic persons coming from other States / cities/ abroad will be home quarantined as per MoHFW guidelines; q. Symptomatic persons with ILI symptoms to be kept at institutional quarantine facilities; r. Persons jumping home quarantine shall be taken to institutional quarantine facilities; r. Educational institutions may not be used as quarantine centres; s. Those asking for better facilities may be quarantined in paid facilities; Along with the above-mentioned modifications, the MHA Unlock 1.0 Order dated 30.05.2020 shall be applicable. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended document. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Punjab | Punjab Extends Lockdown Till June 30 | 31-05-2020 | Punjab announced a 4-week extension in the lockdown in Punjab, till June 30, with certain more relaxations, subject to the guidelines of the central government. Though experts have advised against opening of the hospitality industry and malls, the Chief Minister said the state would take into account the central government guidelines for Lockdown 5.0. This decision was taken after an on-ground assessment of the Covid situation through a Video Conference with health experts Making it clear that the extension of the lockdown in Punjab would be conditional to strict adherence to Covid safety protocols, including physical distancing and wearing of masks, the Chief Minister also ordered distribution of free masks to the poor. Youngsters would be asked to download the app to voluntarily report on such cases, said Agarwal, adding that mandatory OTP verification of these Covid Foot Soldiers would be ensured to check false reporting. Non-reporting to health authorities by those returning to the state, especially from abroad, was a big challenge, as it complicated their contact tracing and endangered the lives of others. While all entrants to the state were being screened, and have to undergo 14-day mandatory home quarantine, testing facilities had also been installed to undertake random testing at the airports and stations. Those who could not download COVA app would have to fill in declaration forms on the trains, and submit the same at the stations. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Rajasthan | Govt. Of Rajasthan Extends Lockdown Till 30Th June 2020 And Issues Guidelines On Activities Which Can Be Carried Out In Non-Containment Zones. | 31-05-2020 | The Govt. of Rajasthan vide order dated 31st May 2020 extends lockdown till 30th June 2020 and issues guidelines on activities which can be carried out in non-Containment zones. The order has been segregated into the following parts:- 1. Details on Containment zones / Curfew areas. 2. Movement restriction from 9:00 PM to 5:00 AM 3. Negative List / Activities not allowed in any zone 4. Common Safety Prescription (for workplace, public place etc.) 5. Permitted activities. Containment Zones:- No movement allowed except for medical emergencies and for maintaining supply of essential goods and services. Movement Restrictions:- Movement of individuals for non-essential activities shall not be allowed from 9:00 PM to 5:00 AM. (Barring employees of IT/ITES companies with valid pass, factories with night shift, construction activities during peak summer). Negative List / Activities not allowed at all:- 1. International Air Travel. 2. Metro Rail services 3. Schools, Colleges, training institutes etc. 4. Cinema Halls, gymnasiums, swimming pool, entertainment parks etc. 5. Social, political, sports, entertainment, religious gatherings 6. Hotels, restaurants, club houses and other hospitality services. 7. Shopping Malls 8. All religious places / places of worship. Common Safety Prescription:- A. Public Place:- 1. Wearing Face cover is compulsory 2. Spitting is prohibited. 3. Norms of Social Distancing to be strictly followed. 4. Consumption of Liquor, Paan, gutka, tobacco in public place is strictly prohibited. 5. All person to wash hands / user sanitizer after touching any surface in public place. B. Workplace:- 1. Private offices are allowed to function with maximum capacity, however, as far as possible, work from home should be allowed. 2. Norms of social distancing to be followed strictly, gaps between shifts, staggering the lunch breaks. 3. Staggering the working hours / business hours 4. Provision of thermal scanning, hand sanitizer and hand wash to be provided near entry and exit points and common areas. 5. Frequent sanitization of entire workspace, common facilities, and all points which comes under human contact such as door handles. 6. Employers to encourage employees to install and use Arogya Setu Application. 7. No E-pass for movement is required for inter-state and within the state movement. Permitted Activities:- 1. All shops can function, but no sale to be made if customer is not wearing mask. 2. Maximum 2 customers allowed at a time in small shop and 5 customer allowed at a time in large shops. 3. Barber Shops, Salons, beauty parlour allowed to function with complete safety precaution, disinfection and sanitisation. 4. Selling of food items through shops / thelas / kiosks allowed but they need to abide with the social distancing norms. 5. Parks / community parks are allowed to open but main gates to be open and the authorities of the park shall ensure compliance of the conditions. 6. Public Transport / commercial passenger transport vehicles (bus / taxi / cab / aggregators (Ola, Uber etc.) will be permitted to ply. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Gujarat | Govt. Of Gujarat Extends Lockdown Till 30Th June 2020 And Issues Guidelines On Activities Which Can Be Carried Out In Non-Containment Zones. | 31-05-2020 | The Government of Gujarat vide order dated 31st May 2020 extends lockdown till 30th June 2020 and issues guidelines on activities which can be carried out in non-Containment zones. The key points of the order are: - 1. Curfew to be imposed from 9:00 Pm to 5:00 AM. 2. Only essential services to be allowed in containment /micro-containment zones between 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM. 3. All economic activities are allowed outside containment zone barring the activities mentioned in the negative list. 4. Worker / employees / shop owners whose house is in the containment zone will not be allowed to move out of their zone. 5. Ahmedabad will be open for economic activities barring the containment zone. 6. Sports complexes are allowed to open but no spectators allowed. 7. Street vendors will be allowed to operate from 8th June, 2020. 8. The Order has provided a table which has the list of activities allowed non-containment zones. Example - Gym are not allowed but Hotels and Clubs are allowed as per SOP from 8th June. For a detailed read please refer to the Page 6 of the order. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Uttar Pradesh Govt. Extends The Lockdown Till 30Th June 2020 And Issues Guidelines For Activities Outside Containment Zones. | 31-05-2020 | The Uttar Pradesh Government vide order dated 31st May 2020 extends the lockdown till 30th June 2020 and issues guidelines for activities outside containment zones. The key points of the order are:- 1. Lockdown to be extended till 30th June 2020. 2. Easing of activities will be carried out in three phases in Non-Containment zones. Phase 1 :- a. Place of worship / Religious places to open from 8th June 2020. b. Hotels / Restaurants to start functioning from 8th June 2020. c. Shopping Malls to start from 8th June 2020. Phase 2:- A decision on opening of schools, colleges and other educational / training institutes to be done in the month of July and appropriate SOP to be issued. Phase 3:- International Travel, Metro Services, Cinema Halls, Gymnasium, Theatres, Entertainment Park. 3. Curfew to be imposed from 9:00 PM to 5:00 AM and no movement to be allowed. 4. No activities will be allowed within the containment zone and no movement allowed except for medical emergencies and for maintaining supply of essential goods and services. 5. The Order has also defined the Containment Zones into two parts:- a. Containment Zone - Urban Areas b. Containment Zone - Rural Areas 6. Individuals coming from the hot-spots and containment zone from Delhi will not be allowed to enter Gautam Buddh Nagar and Ghaziabad. 7. All Industrial activities shall be allowed outside of the containment zone but they need to follow thermal scanning, sanitisation, face-mask and norms of social distancing. 8. Industries shall be given the permission of night shifts but the employer needs to provide safe transport facility. 9. No pass will be required for movement from outside the state or within the state. 10. All shops can open outside the containment zone and shopkeepers to were face mask / cover, gloves and should have sanitizer in their shop. Goods will not be sold to those customers who are not wearing face mask / cover. 11. Weekly markets will not be allowed to function in urban areas. 12. Public Transport (Bus / auto / Taxi) shall be allowed to ply but they need to follow sanitation process. Pleased download the order for a detailed read. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Telangana | Telangana Lockdown Orders Pursuant To Mha Order Dated 30.05.2020; Current Lockdown Orders Stands Extended Till 30.06.2020 In Containment Zones And Till 7Th June 2020 In Areas Outside Containment Zones | 31-05-2020 | In an Order dated May 31, 2020, the Telangana Government has issued certain modifications to the lockdown orders in the State. This is pursuant to the order issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) for extension of lockdown in Containment Zones till 30th June 2020 and reopening of prohibited activities in a phase-wise manner in areas outside Containment Zones. The State Government has specified that for the areas outside Containment Zones, the lockdown orders, which are currently in force as per Order dated May 18, 2020 are extended till 7th June 2020 with the following modifications: i. Restriction on movement of persons (other than for accessing emergency medical care) shall apply from 9 PM to 5 AM. No shops/establishments, except hospitals and pharmacies, will remain open after 8 PM. ii. There will be no restriction on inter-state movement of persons. No separate permission will be required for such movements. In Containment Zones, provisions of lockdown order, which are currently in force stands extended till 30th June 2020. | Mandatory | All | Different timeline for separate actions |
| Tamil Nadu | Tamil Nadu Lockdown 5.0 | 31-05-2020 | The Tamil Nadu government extended the ongoing lockdown till June 30, albeit with more relaxations that included partial opening up of public transport and allowing more employees at workplaces. The curbs on places of worship, all kinds of religious gatherings, inter-state bus transport and Metro and suburban train services will continue. Tourists entry will remain banned into the hilly Nilgiris district and Kodaikanal and Yercaud towns, while hotels and resorts, except for accommodating health and police personnel and government staff for quarantine purpose, will be closed. Public transport will resume with reduced buses from June 1 barring in Chennai and adjoining Tiruvallur, Kancheepuram and Chengalpet districts having the highest concentration of COVID-19 cases in the state. Private stage carriers will be allowed to operate in authorised routes. The government allowed more employees to join work in software firms and private companies, but kept the containment zones out of the purview of any relaxation. It also announced a number of other relaxations, barring containment zones, and these include allowing more employees at the workplaces and permitting showrooms and jewellery shops to re-open. The major relaxation, resumption of public transport, will be implemented from June 1 onwards in six of the eight zones, formed by combining nearby districts, with a slew of guidelines in place. For example, Zone I will have Coimbatore and its nearby districts of Tirupur, Nilgiris, Erode, Karur, Salem and Namakkal in western Tamil Nadu. As per the guidelines, only 50 per cent of the fleets of buses will be operated that too with a passenger cap of 60 per cent of the seated capacity. There would be no need for people to apply for e-pass to travel within the zones. All kinds of vehicles can ply in these select routes. E-pass will be compulsory for inter-zone and inter-state travel. Schools, colleges and research institutions will remain shut but online classes would be allowed, he said. The cap of 50 people in weddings and 20 in funerals and bar on opening of malls will also continue. Curbs on cinema theatres, gyms, swimming pools, bars, large community halls, tourist centres, zoological parks and museums shall remain in force as it existed so far. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Jammu And Kashmir | The Union Territory Of J&K Extends The Lockdown Till 8Th June, 2020 And The Orders Dated 17Th May & 24Th May 2020 To Be In Force Till 8Th June, 2020. | 31-05-2020 | The Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir extends the lockdown till 8th June, 2020 and the orders dated 17th May & 24th May 2020 to be in force till 8th June, 2020. | Mandatory | All | 08-06-2020 |
| Uttarakhand | Uttarakhand Govt. Extends Lockdown Till 30Th June, 2020 And Issues Guidelines For Activities For Red, Orange And Green Zones. | 31-05-2020 | Uttarakhand Government vide order dated 31st May 2020 extends lockdown till 30th June 2020 and issues guidelines for activities for red, orange and green zones. The key highlights of the order are:- 1. In red zone, industrial and business activities shall be allowed from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM. 2. Buffer Zones to be created in the state of Uttarakhand. 3. In Orange and Green zone non-essential services shall not be allowed from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM. 4. Individuals need to register and obtain pass from the website of Dehradun Smart City Limited to enter the state by road. Please download the order for a detailed read. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Himachal Pradesh | Extension Of Curfew In Kinnaur, Himachal Pradesh | 31-05-2020 | The District Magistrate, District Kinnaur has through an Order dated 31-05-2020 extended the curfew in the entire territorial/jurisdiction of district Kinnaur between 8pm to 6am till 30th June 2020. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Puducherry | The Government Of Puducherry, Department Of Revenue And Disaster Management By An Order Dated May 31, 2020 Issues Revised Guidelines For Enforcement Of Extended Lock Down Measures | 31-05-2020 | The Government of Puducherry, Department of Revenue and Disaster Management by an Order dated May 31, 2020 issued Revised guidelines for enforcement of extended Lock Down Measures. The Order in pursuance of the MHA Government of India Order No. 40-3/2020-DM-1(A) dated 30.05.2020 extends the lockdown measures in Containment Zones of the UT of Puducherry w.e.f. June 1, 2020 up to June 30, 2020. The Order accordingly revises the Standard Operating Procedure for implementation of lock down measures as per the guidelines annexed to the Order. The Guidelines for Phased Re-opening (Unlock 1) states that in areas outside Containment Zones, all activities will be permitted, except the ones stated in the Order, which will be allowed, with the stipulation of following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to be prescribed by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW), in a phased manner, in Phase I, Phase II and Phase III. The activities stated in Phase I will be allowed with effect from June 8, 2020 by following the SOP to be issued by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) for ensuring social distancing and to contain the spread of COVID-19 shall be adhered. Under Phase II, a decision on re-opening of the specified institutions will be taken in the month of July, 2020 by the Education Department, Puducherry. Under Phase III, based on the assessment of the situation, dates for re-starting the following activities will be decided. Further, the Order states that the National Directives for COVID-19 Management, as specified in Annexure I of the Order will continue to be followed. Among other things specified in the Order, Night Curfew remains strictly prohibited between 9.00 pm to 5.00 am, except for essential activities. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Puducherry | District Magistrate Of Puducherry Issues Prohibitory Order Under Section 144 Of Crpc For Restricting Movement Of Individuals Between 9Pm To 5Am | 31-05-2020 | The District Magistrate of Puducherry has through an order dated 31st May, 2020 issued an order under Section 144 of CrPC for restricting the movement of individuals between the hours of 9pm to 5am. In order to enforce the same, the District Magistrate has additionally ordered the following: 1. All Liquor Shops (including Arrack & Toddy) should be closed before 7PM as per the SOP issued by the Excise Department, Puducherry. 2. All other shops shall remain closed by 8pm. 3. Takeaway activities of hotels/restaurants shall be closed by 9pm. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Dadra And Nagar Haveli | Dadra And Nagar Haveli Issues Prohibitory Order Under Section 144 Of Crpc And Implemented The Extension Of Lockdown In Containment Zones Till 30Th June, 2020 | 31-05-2020 | In consonance with the MHA Order dated 30th May, 2020 and Order No. DMHS/COVID-19/ 2020/ 4618, dated 31st May, 2020, the District Magistrate of Dadra and Nagar Haveli has issued prohibitory Order under Section under Section 144 of CrPC and implemented the extension of lockdown in Containment Zones till 30th June, 2020. Key Highlights: i. Assembly of five (5) or more persons prohibited; ii. Movement of persons prohibited from 7:00 pm to 7:00 am, except for medical emergencies and essential service-related emergencies; iii. All shops may remain open from 7 am to 7 pm; iv. In areas outside containment Zones, all activities will be permitted, except the ones which are to be opened in a phased manner; v. The movement of individuals, for all non-essential activities, shall remain strictly prohibited between 7 PM to 7 AM till 30n June, 2020; vi. Persons above 65 years of age, persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women, and children below the age of l0 years, shall stay at home, except for meeting essential requirements and for health purposes; vii. Inter District and Inter State movement of individuals is permitted for official/commercial/business activities/medical reasons; however, people are to be discouraged for unnecessary travel. Necessary E-Permits/Passes are required to be obtained from the District Administration for entry/exit into/from the territory; viii. Interstate buses for public transport are permitted to operate. The SOPs to be issued by the Department of Transport shall be strictly implemented. ix. Intra District Transport/Movement of persons is permitted subject to strict implementation of SOPs issued by Department of Transport. x. Taxis and cab aggregators have been allowed to operate with I driver and 3 passengers only. xi. Auto-Rickshaws have been permitted to operate with two passengers only; x. Four-wheeler vehicles will have maximum two passengers besides the driver; xi. Two-Wheeler vehicles are permitted with only one pillion rider. xii. SOPs to be issued for Buses/ Passenger vehicles; xiii. Movement of passengers through Domestic/International Flights has been allowed subject to strict compliance of the SOPs and the quarantine policy; xiv. The inter-state movement of goods/cargo, including empty trucks shall be allowed without any restriction; xv. The detailed SOPs annexed with Order dated 3'd May, 2020 with respect to Public Spaces, Educational Institutions, Anganwadis, Shops and Commercial establishments, banking and financial institutions, Building and Construction activities, and those pertaining to various departments such as Health and Family Welfare, Industries etc., shall continue to be strictly followed; xvi. Saloons and Parlours should also function as per SOPs annexed with Order dated 18th May, 2020. xvii. All Health services including AYUSH shall remain functional; xviii. All Agricultural and Horticultural activities to remain functional; xix. Establishments / Services under financial sector to remain functional. xx. All Institutions/Establishments/Services under social sector to remain functional. xxi. MGNREGA works to be allowed fully. xxii. All Public utilities such as Oil and Gas sector, Power sector, Postal Services, Water, Sanitation and Waste Management sectors, Tele communication and Internet services to remain operational. xxiii. All commercial and private establishments shall be allowed to operate including market complexes; xxiv. All Industrial establishments are allowed; xxv. Construction activities including that of the Private sector can be undertaken; xxvi. Offices of the Government of India, /UT Administration, their autonomous bodies and local Government shall remain open; xxvii. Online/distance learning shall continue to be permitted and shall be encouraged; Phased unlocking of certain activities as follows: Phase I: i. Following activities to be allowed with effect from second week of June, 2020: a. Religious places/places of worship for public; b. Hotels, restaurants and other hospitality services; c. Shopping malls; Phase II: Schools, Colleges, Educational/Training/Coaching Institutions, etc., will be opened after necessary consultation with the concerned stakeholders. Based on the feedback, a decision on the re-opening of these institutions will be taken by this Administration in the month of July, 2020. SOPs in this regard will be issued subsequently by the Department of Education in consultation with Department of Health and Family Welfare. Phase III: Based on the assessment of the situation, dates for re-starting the following activities will be decided: a. Cinema halls, gymnasiums, swimming pools, entertainment parks, theatres, bars, spas, auditoriums, assembly halls and similar places. b. Sports Complexes and Stadia. c. Social/Political/Sports/Entertainment/Academic/Cultural/Religious functions and other large congregations. d. All shops selling Paan/Gutka and Tobacco products are prohibited. 5. Liquor shops located within 200 meters from the borders/boundaries of the Union Territory are prohibited to operate. Lockdown has been limited to Containment Zones: Lockdown measures shall be implemented in case of Containment Zone(s) which are to be demarcated by the District Administration in consultation with the Department of Health and Family Welfare, after taking into consideration the guidelines/parameters shared by MoHFW, GoI. In the containment Zone(s), only essential activities shall be allowed. There shall be strict perimeter control to ensure that there is no movement of people in or out of these Zone(s), except of medical emergencies and for maintaining supply of essential goods and services. Directives for Workplaces i. Wearing of face cover is compulsory in all workplaces and adequate stock of such face covers shall be made available. In case of disposable masks, proper disposal protocols to be followed. ii. All persons in charge of workplaces shall ensure social distancing as per the guidelines issued by Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, within the workplaces; iii. Social distancing at workplaces shall be ensured through adequate gaps between shifts, staggering the lunch breaks of staff, etc iv. Provision for thermal scanning, hand wash and sanitizers preferably with touch free mechanism shall be made at all entry and exit points and common areas. In addition, sufficient quantities of hand wash and sanitizers shall be made available in the work places. v. Frequent sanitization of entire workplace, common facilities and all points which come into human contact e.g. door handles etc. shall be ensured, including between shifts; vi. Hospitals/clinics in the nearby areas, which are authorized to treat COVID-19 patients, should be identified and list should be available at work place all the times. Employees showing any symptom of COVID-I9 should be immediately sent for check up to such facilities. Quarantine areas should be earmarked for isolating employees showing symptoms till they are safely moved to the medical facilities. v. Intensive communication and training on good hygiene practices shall be taken up. Directives for Public Places: i. Wearing of face cover is compulsory in all public places, during transport. And in case of disposable masks, proper disposal protocols to be followed; ii. Social Distancing shall be followed by all persons in public places and during movement from one place to another; iii. Marriage related gathering shall ensure social distancing including wearing of masks by the Bride, Groom & attendees. The maximum number of guests including the family members of the Bride and the Groom shall not be more than 50 people; iv. Funeral / last rites related gathering shall ensure social distancing, and the maximum numbers allowed shall not more than 20; v. Spitting in public places shall be punishable with fine, as may be prescribed by the District/ Local authority; vi. Consumption of liquor, paan, gutka, tobacco, etc. in public places is not allowed and littering of sachets/pouches containing these products is also punishable as per law; vii. Shops including liquor shops shall ensure minimum six feet distance (2 gaz ki doori) among the customers. It shall be ensured that not more than five (5) persons are present at one time at the shop; For a detailed read, please refer to the appended document. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Haryana | Rewari Dm Permits Commencement Of Certain Activities In A Phased Manner | 31-05-2020 | The office of District Magistrate Rewari announced the commencement of certain activities in a phased manner in non containment zones subject to strict compliance with the SOPs issued by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare - i. Phase I - Hotels, restaurants, other hospitality services and religious places as well as shopping malls to reopen from 8th June, 2020 ii. Phase II - Decision on reopening schools, Colleges and other educational institutions to be in taken in July, 2020 iii. Phase III - Based on the assessment of the situation, dates for restarting the activities like international air travel, metro rail, cinema halls, gymnasiums, theatres, bars etc as well as social/political/religious/cultural/academic functions and other large congregations will be decided. Please refer to the attached Order for a detailed read. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Uttar Pradesh | The Government Of Uttar Pradesh Issued Instructions On Management And Precautions To Be Taken To Prevent Infection Of Covid-19 In Industrial/Business Establishments And Other Offices/Institutions In The State Of Uttar Pradesh | 31-05-2020 | The Government of Uttar Pradesh recently issued instructions in a Direction dated May 31, 2020 regarding management and precautions to be taken to prevent infection of COVID-19 in industrial/business establishments and other offices/institutions in the state of Uttar Pradesh. Further, it is stated that all construction sites, workplaces, offices in the State must follow certain actions as given in the directions. It lists actions to be taken at all offices or workplaces, actions to be taken by labours/ personnel at the site and offices, actions to be taken by all service providers etc. It specifies if in any workplace, any personnel or worker display any symptoms of COVID-19 and the reports confirms positive, then the worker related workplace field has to be fully closed for 24 hours and the place has to be sterilized atleast twice. Even the people who have come close to the affected person must be quarantined for 14days. The instructions must be strictly complied by all industrial/business establishments and other offices/institutions in the state of Uttar Pradesh. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Bihar | The Government Of Bihar, Transport Department Issued Instructions Regarding Public Transport Arrangements | 31-05-2020 | The Government of Bihar, Transport Department has issued a letter dated May 31, 2020 regarding public transport arrangements in the light of prevention of COVID-19 infection during lockdown in the state of Bihar. It refers to the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India letter no. 40-3/2020-DM-I (A) dated May 30, 2020. The letter lists the instructions and precautions to be taken by owners of vehicles, drivers of vehicles along with the conductor, district administrators, travellers to prevent spread of COVID-19 infection. Further, it specifies that the previous letter regarding public transport arrangement numbered 3449 dated May 19, 2020 shall be deemed to be modified as per this letter. The instructions must be strictly complied. | Mandatory | All persons in Bihar | No end date specified |
| Chhattisgarh | Chhattisgarh Issues Guidelines For Phased Easing Of Lockdown In Consonance With Mha Unlock 1.0 Order | 31-05-2020 | Chhattisgarh has joined the other States and issued guidelines on phased re-opening of lockdown within the State. Key Highlights: a. Prohibition on Inter-State and inter-District travel continues. Such travel may be allowed basis e-passes; b. Decision on Inter-State and intra-State plying of buses to be taken by the transport department; c. Sports complex, stadiums and public parks to remain closed till 7th June, 2020; d. Public parks to remain closed till 7th June, 2020; e. Clubs and bars; f. In consonance with the MHA Unlock 1.0 Order, for Non-Containment Zones, all activities have been permitted, barring a few, which will be unlocked in a phased manner. However, for Containment Zones, lockdown has been extended till 30th June, 2020; g. Night curfew from 9:00 pm to 5:00 am for non-essential activities; h. Employers on best effort basis to ensure that Aarogya Setu App is installed by all employees; i. Persons above 65 years; with co-morbidities, pregnant women and children below 10 years to stay at home, except for essential and health purposes; j. Enforcement of Lockdown is limited to Containment Zones; where all non-essential activities continue to be prohibited till 30th June, 2020; with strict perimeter control, intensive contact tracing, house to house surveillance and other clinical interventions as required. Movement of people in or out of these zones prohibited (except for medical emergencies and for maintaining supply of essential goods and services) With regard to Phased re-opening of certain activities: Phase I : The following will be allowed from 8th June, 2020 with Standard Operating Procedures: a. Religious place/place of worship for public. b. Hotels, restaurants and other hospitality services. c. Shopping malls. Phase II: Educational institutions will be opened after consultations; decision on the re-opening of these institutions will be taken in the month of July, 2020 Phase III: Based on the assessment of the situation, dates for re-starting the following activities will be decided: a. International air travel of passengers, except as permitted by MHA; b. Metro Rail; c. Cinema Halls, gymnasiums, swimming pools, entertainment parks, theatres, bars and auditoriums, assembly halls and similar places. d. Social/Political/Sports/Entertainment/Academic/Cultural/Religious functions and other large congregations; Additional Requirements: For Workplace: Work from home (WfH): As far as possible the practice of WfH should be followed; Staggering of work/business hours will be followed in offices, workplaces, shops, markets and industrial & commercial establishments; Screening & Hygiene: Provision for thermal scanning, hand wash and sanitizer will be made at all entry and exit points and common areas; Frequent sanitization of entire workplace, common facilities and all points which come into human contact e.g. door handles etc., will be ensured, including between shifts; Social distancing: All persons in charge of workplaces to ensure adequate distance between workers, adequate gaps between shifts, staggering the lunch breaks of staff, etc. General: Face coverings: Wearing of face cover is compulsory in public places; in workplaces; and during transport; Social Distancing: Individuals must maintain a minimum distance of 6 feet (2 gaz ki doori) in public places; shops will ensure physical distancing among customers and will not allow more than 5 persons at one time; Gatherings: Large public gathering/congregations will continue to remain prohibited; Marriage related gatherings: Number of guests not to exceed 50; Funeral/last rites related gatherings: Number of persons not to exceed 20; Spitting in public places will be punishable with fine (as may be prescribed by the State/UT local authority in accordance with its laws, rules or regulations); Consumption of liquor, paan, gutka, tobacco etc. in public places is prohibited. Penalties including imprisonment have been prescribed for non-compliance with the above-mentioned. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Madhya Pradesh | Madhya Pradesh Issues Guidelines For Phased Re-Opening Of Activities In Consonance With Mha Unlock 1.0 Order | 31-05-2020 | Madhya Pradesh has joined the other States and issued guidelines on phased easing of lockdown. However, in consonance with the provisions of MHA Unlock 1.0 Order, additional mandates have been imposed in the non-Containment Zones within the State. Key Highlights: Upto 15th June, 2020 the following guidelines shall be applicable to Madhya Pradesh: a. The private and Government offices located within the areas of Indore, Bhopal and Ujjain municipalities will be allowed to function with fifty (50) percent employee strength. However, Government officials need to have hundred (100) percent attendance; b. While the requirement of passes have been done away with regard to inter-State movement, Inter-State bus service shall not be allowed upto 7th June, 2020; c. Restriction on plying of inter-district passenger buses between Indore, Ujjain, Bhopal will continue till the 7th of June, 2020. However, buses carrying workers with regard to operation of factories or with regard to transportation of construction workers have been allowed; in the remaining seven divisions, passenger buses have been allowed to operate at fifty (50) percent capacity; d. Within the municipal areas of Indore, Ujjain, Burhanpur and Nimach, only twenty five (25) percent of the shops, while within the areas of Bhopal only thirty-three (33) percent of the shops and within the areas of Devas, Khandwa and Dhar areas fifty (50) percent shops have been allowed to be open in turns. However, standalone shops, State-licensed shops, community shops, shops within residential complexes/ areas and shops for essential commodities located in bazaars will operate freely without such restrictions. Shops situated outside the municipal areas mentioned above shall operate without restrictions; e. Educational institutes to remain closed. However, the Board exams for 12th standard shall be held/ completed as scheduled; f. Non-essential activities have been prohibited from 9pm to 5 am; In addition to the above-mentioned the following shall be applicable: a. Employers on best effort basis to ensure that Aarogya Setu App is installed by all employees; b. Persons above 65 years; with co-morbidities, pregnant women and children below 10 years to stay at home, except for essential and health purposes; c. Enforcement of Lockdown is limited to Containment Zones; where all non-essential activities continue to be prohibited till 30th June, 2020; with strict perimeter control, intensive contact tracing, house to house surveillance and other clinical interventions as required. Movement of people in or out of these zones prohibited (except for medical emergencies and for maintaining supply of essential goods and services) With regard to Phased re-opening of certain activities: Phase I : The following will be allowed from 8th June, 2020 with Standard Operating Procedures: a. Religious place/place of worship for public. b. Hotels, restaurants and other hospitality services. c. Shopping malls. Phase II: Educational institutions will be opened after consultations; decision on the re-opening of these institutions will be taken in the month of July, 2020 Phase III: Based on the assessment of the situation, dates for re-starting the following activities will be decided: a. International air travel of passengers, except as permitted by MHA; b. Metro Rail; c. Cinema Halls, gymnasiums, swimming pools, entertainment parks, theatres, bars and auditoriums, assembly halls and similar places. d. Social/Political/Sports/Entertainment/Academic/Cultural/Religious functions and other large congregations; Additional Requirements: For Workplace: Work from home (WfH): As far as possible the practice of WfH should be followed; Staggering of work/business hours will be followed in offices, workplaces, shops, markets and industrial & commercial establishments; Screening & Hygiene: Provision for thermal scanning, hand wash and sanitizer will be made at all entry and exit points and common areas; Frequent sanitization of entire workplace, common facilities and all points which come into human contact e.g. door handles etc., will be ensured, including between shifts; Social distancing: All persons in charge of workplaces to ensure adequate distance between workers, adequate gaps between shifts, staggering the lunch breaks of staff, etc. General: Face coverings: Wearing of face cover is compulsory in public places; in workplaces; and during transport; Social Distancing: Individuals must maintain a minimum distance of 6 feet (2 gaz ki doori) in public places; shops will ensure physical distancing among customers and will not allow more than 5 persons at one time; Gatherings: Large public gathering/congregations will continue to remain prohibited; Marriage related gatherings: Number of guests not to exceed 50; Funeral/last rites related gatherings: Number of persons not to exceed 20; Spitting in public places will be punishable with fine (as may be prescribed by the State/UT local authority in accordance with its laws, rules or regulations); Consumption of liquor, paan, gutka, tobacco etc. in public places is prohibited. Penalties including imprisonment have been prescribed for non-compliance with the above-mentioned. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Maharashtra | Maharashtra Issues Guidelines For Extending Lockdown And Easing Restrictions For Phase-Wise Re-Opening Of Certain Activities | 31-05-2020 | The Government of Maharashtra has issued guidelines to extend the lockdown till 30th June, 2020. Key Highlights: 1. In areas of Maharashtra, other than Containment Zones and the Municipal Corporations of MMR Region including MCGM, Municipal Corporations of Pune, Solapur, Aurangabad, Malegaon, Nashik, Dhule, Jalgaon, Akola, Amravati and Nagpur, all activities have been permitted (with conditions), barring a few, which are explicitly prohibited (provided further below); a. No permission is needed from any govt. authorities for permitted activities; b. Outdoor portion of Sport complexes and Stadia and other open to sky public spaces will be permitted to remain open for individual exercises; however, spectators and group activities will not be allowed. No activities will be permitted in indoor portion or indoor stadium. All physical exercise and activities will be done with social distancing norms; c. All public and private transport will follow passenger management: i. Two wheeler: 1 rider; ii. Three wheeler: 1 driver and 2 passengers; iii. Four wheelers: 1 driver and 2 passengers; d. Intra-district bus service will be allowed with maximum 50 percent capacity per bus with physical distancing and sanitization measures; e. Inter-district bus service orders will not be permitted. Orders will be separately issued in this regard. f. All markets/shops will remain open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. If any crowding or failure of social distancing norms is seen, then authorities will immediately close down such shops/markets. 2. In Municipal Corporations of MMR Region including MCGM, Municipal Corporations of Pune, Solapur, Aurangabad, Malegaon, Nashik, Dhule, Jalgaon, Akola, Amravati and Nagpur following activities are permitted: i. All industrial units which are presently open will continue operating; ii. All construction sites (Public/ Private) which are allowed to remain open and operational. All such pre-monsoon works (Public and Private) which are allowed; iii. E- commerce activity for essential as well as non-essential items; iv. Home delivery from restaurants; v. Online/ distance learning; vi. Government offices at 5 percent strength or 10 persons, whichever is higher; vii. People movement: a. Four wheeler: Only essential 1+2; b. Two wheeler: Only essential with One Rider; viii. All essential shops which were allowed to remain open earlier shall continue to remain open; ix. All non-essential shops will be allowed to continue as per relaxations and guidelines issued earlier and are in operation as per the policy of respective Municipal Corporation. Liquor shops will continue to operate if permitted, home delivery or otherwise. Other activities will be permitted with restrictions in a phased manner as follows: Phase I: With effect from 3rd June, 2020: i. All Government offices (excluding Emergency, health and Medical, treasuries, disaster management, police, NIC, food and Civil Supply, FCI, NYK, Municipal Services who can operate at the levels as per the need) will function at 15% strength or minimum 15 employees whichever is more; ii. Garages to mend vehicles and workshops with prior appointments; iii. Activities related to self-employed people like plumbers, electricians, pest-control and technicians with social distancing norms and usage of masks and sanitization; iv. Outdoor physical activities: Individual physical exercises like cycling/ jogging / running / walking shall be permitted on public open spaces including beaches, public / private playgrounds, grounds belonging to societies/institutions, gardens and promenades with following conditions: a. No activities will be permitted in indoor portion or indoor stadium; b. This will be allowed between 5 am to 7 pm; c. No group activity will be permitted. However, children should be accompanied by an adult; d. People are advised to stay outdoors only for the purposes of physical activities for limited duration; e. No other activity is permitted; f. People are permitted to use only nearby/neighbourhood open spaces; g. Long distance travel will not be permitted; h. People are advised to avoid crowded open spaces; People are actively encouraged to use cycling as a form of physical exercise as it automatically ensures social distancing; Phase II: With effect from 5th June, 2020: All markets, market areas & shops, except malls and market complexes, are allowed to function on PI-P2 basis (shops on one side of the road/lane/passage to be opened on odd dates while shops on the other side on even dates) from 9 am to 5 pm with following conditions: a. Use of trial rooms in shops will not be permitted for clothes, apparels and similar items to prevent spread of infection. Exchange policy and return policy will not be permitted; b. Shopkeepers to ensure social distancing norms in shops and encouraged to take measures such as foot markings on the floor, token system, home delivery etc; c. People are advised to walk / to use cycles for shopping purposes and to use nearby/neighbourhood markets as far as possible. Long distance travel for nonessential items will not be permitted. Use of motorized vehicles for shopping will be strictly discouraged. d. Upon failure to maintain social distancing, authorities to immediately close down such shops/ markets. e. Movement of people will be allowed as follows: i. Taxi/ Cab/ aggregator: Only essential with 1 driver and 2 passengers; ii. Rickshaw: Only essential 1 driver and 2 passengers; iii. Four wheeler: Only essential 1 driver and 2 passengers; Phase III (with effect from 8th June, 2020) i. Private offices can operate with up to 10% strength as per requirement, with remaining persons working from home; ii. Employers to undertake sensitisation programs to educate the employees on taking adequate precautions upon returning home so that vulnerable group especially the elderly is not infected; Activities which remain prohibited across Maharashtra: i. Schools, colleges, educational, training, coaching institutions etc; ii. International air travel of passengers, except as permitted by MHA; iii. Metro Rail; iv. Passenger Movement by trains and domestic air travel unless specifically allowed through separate orders and standard operating procedure (SOP); v. Cinema halls, gymnasiums, swimming pools, entertainment parks, theatres, bars and auditoriums, assembly halls and similar places; vi. Social! political! sports/ entertainment! academic/ cultural! religious functions and large congregations; vii. Religious places/ places of worship for public; viii. Barber shops, Spas, Saloons, Beauty Parlours; ix. Shopping Malls, Hotels, Restaurants and other Hospitality services. The above-mentioned prohibited activities shall be opened up in a phased manner along with Standard Operating Procedures// Guidelines. Movement of Goods and Persons: i. Authorities shall allow inter-State and Intra-State movement of medical professionals, nurses and para medical staff, sanitation personnel and ambulances, without any restriction. ii. However inter-state and inter-district movement of persons shall continue to be regulated. The movement of stranded labour, migrant workers, pilgrim, tourists etc will continue to be regulated as per SOPs issued; iii. Similarly, movement of persons by shramik special trains and seafarers will continue to be regulated as per SOPs issued. iv. Movement of Indian nationals stranded outside the country and of specified persons to travel abroad; evacuation of foreign nationals; sign-on and sign-off of Indian seafarers will continue to be regulated as per SOPs issued. v. All Authorities shall allow Inter-State movement of all types of goods/ cargo, including empty trucks. vi. No authorities shall stop the movement of any type of goods/cargo for cross land-border trade under Treaties with neighbouring countries. Additional Directives for Workplaces: i. Work from home (WFH) - as far as possible the practice ofWFH should be followed. Staggering of work / business hours will be followed in offices, workplaces, shops, markets and industrial & commercial establishments; ii. Screening and hygiene - provision for thermal scanning, hand wash and sanitizer will be made at all entry and exit points and common areas; iii. Frequent sanitization of entire workplace, common facilities and all points which come into human contact e.g. door handles etc. will be ensured, including between shifts; iv. Social distancing - all persons in charge of workplaces will ensure adequate distance between workers, adequate gaps between shifts, staggering the lunch breaks of staff, etc. National Directives (General): i. Face coverings - wearing of face cover is compulsory in public places, in workplaces and during transport. ii. Social distancing - individuals must maintain a minimum distance of 6 feet (2 Gaz Ki doori) in public places. Shops will ensure physical distancing among customers and will not allow more than five persons at one time. iii. Gatherings -large public gatherings / congregations continue to remain prohibited. Marriage related gatherings - Number of guests not to exceed 50. Funeral/last rites related gatherings - number of persons not to exceed 20. iv. Spitting in public places will be punishable with fine, as may be prescribed by the concerned authority in accordance with its laws, rules or regulations. v. Consumption of liquor, Paan, tobacco, etc in public places is prohibited. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Andhra Pradesh | Hm&Fw Department, Govt Of Andhra Pradesh Extends Lockdown Till 30Th June, 2020; Unlocking Of Activities In Non-Containment Zones To Take Place In A Phase-Wise Manner | 31-05-2020 | Subsequent to the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India Order dated 30th May, 2020, HM&FW Department, Govt of Andhra Pradesh vid Order dated 31st May 2020, has extended Lockdown till 30th June, 2020; unlocking of activities in non-Containment Zones to take place in a phase-wise manner. The new guidelines restrict the lockdown till 30th June to only containment zones and provides for a plan of phased re-opening of all activities across other zones. For more details, please see the associated documents. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Tripura | Tripura Extends Lockdown Till 30.06.2020 | 31-05-2020 | Tripura extends lockdown till 30.06.2020. Some key highlights of the lockdown order are given below: i. All activities except those listed in para 1 of the guidelines for phased re-opening (Unlock 1) have been allowed in areas outside containment zone. ii. the following activities have been allowed from 8th, June, 2O2O subject to observing SOP to be issued by MoHFW (Ministry of Health & Family Welfare): a. Religious places/ places of worship for public b. Hotels, restaurants and other hospitality services c. Shopping Malls. iii. the timings for Night Curfew has been changed from 9 PM to5 AM. iv. no restriction has been imposed on inter and intra state movement of goods and persons, with power to states to regulate movement of persons after giving wide publicity. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Tamil Nadu | Tamil Nadu Government Issues Additional Guidelines On Testing And Quarantine Strategies For Management Of Covid-19 In The State | 31-05-2020 | The Health and Family Welfare Department, Tamil Nadu (Department) has in an Order dated 31st May, 2020 issued additional guidelines on testing and quarantine strategies for management of COVID-19 in the State. The Department has laid down testing and quarantine guidelines for passengers travelling both i. within the State: a. movement within the same zone or b. movement from one zone to another ii. from other States to Tamil Nadu by trains Please refer to the attached document for details. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| West Bengal | Sop Issued To Ensure That No Passengers Travel Standing In The Bus And Buses Will Ply With Passengers Equal To The Actual Seating Capacity Of The Bus, From 01.06.20 | 31-05-2020 | The WEST BENGAL TRANSPORT CORPORATION issues SOP to ensure that no passengers travel standing in the bus and buses ply with passengers equal to the actual seating capacity of the bus, from 01.06.2020 | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Delhi | Order U.S. 144 Cr.P.C. Sub Div. Rohini | 31-05-2020 | Delhi Police has issued a prohibitory Order under Section 144 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, in Rohini District Delhi; to implement the following measures till 30th June, 2020: 1. movement of individuals strictly prohibited between 9.00 P.M to 5.00 A.M, except for essential activities; 2. any gathering, social/ cultural/ political/ religious/ academic/ sports/ seminar/ conference is prohibited; 3. in the Containment Zones, only essential activities are allowed. There shall be strict perimeter control to ensure that there is no movement of people in or out of these zones, except for medical emergencies and for maintaining supply of essential goods and services; 4. wearing of face cover in public places, in work places and during transport is compulsory; 5. spitting in public places remain prohibited; 6. consumption of liquor, paan, gutka, tobacco etc in public places is prohibited; 7. any individual suspected/confirmed withCOVID-19 must take measures for prevention / treatment i.e. home quarantine/ institution/ quarantine/ isolation or any such person shall cooperate to render assistance or comply with the directions of the surveillance personnel. Any person contravening the above-mentioned shall be punishable under Section 188 of Indian Penal Code. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Tamil Nadu | (2 Pages)Infection Prevention And Control Extending Restrictions In The Territorial Jurisdictions Of The State Of Tamil Nadu Up To 30.06.2020 | 31-05-2020 | In a Notification dated 31st May, 2020 the Revenue And Disaster Management (DM-II) Department, Tamil Nadu (Department) has issued the following amendments to its previous Order GO.Ms.No.262 dated 31st May, 2020: 1. With the amendment coming into force, now, along with cinema halls, gymnasiums, swimming pools, entertainment parks, theatres, bars, auditoriums, assembly halls, the beaches, tourist places, zoological parks, museum and similar places of public gathering will also be prohibited in the state until further orders. 2. The following paragraph which deals with permission of operation of public transport has been removed from Annexure I. Public transport carriers will charge 50% additional fare over and above existing fare for all type of operations temporarily to compensate loss due to operating at lesser seating capacity. Therefore, public transport carriers may not charge the additional fare over and above the existing fare. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Central | Ministry Of Home Affairs Extends Nationwide Lockdown Till 30Th June, 2020; Unlocking Of Activities In Non-Containment Zones To Take Place In A Phase-Wise Manner | 30-05-2020 | The Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India has in an Order dated 30th May, 2020, has issued guidelines under the Disaster Management Act, 2005 to extend the Nationwide Lockdown till 30th June, 2020. The new guidelines restrict the lockdown till 30th June to only containment zones and provides for a plan of phased re-opening of all activities across other zones. For more details, please see the associated document. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Central | Ministry Of Home Affairs Issues Letter Dated May 30, 2020 To The Chief Secretaries Of All States And The Administrators Of All Union Territories On The Mha Order Issued On May 30, 2020 Extending Lockdown In The Containment Zones Up To June 30, 2020 With A Phased Re-Opening Of The Prohibited Activities | 30-05-2020 | The Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India issued a letter dated May 30, 2020 addressed to the Chief Secretaries of all States and the Administrators of all Union Territories. The letter refers to the MHA Order of even number issued on May 30, 2020 whereby lockdown has been extended in the containment zones up to June 30, 2020 with a phased re-opening of the prohibited activities. Further, it states that the New guidelines have been issued for Unlock 1, keeping in view the suggestions received from the State Governments following the Video Conference held by the Cabinet Secretary on May 28, 2020. The letter provides certain clarifications and specifies few points with respect to the New Guidelines and urges the State Governments and UT Administrators to ensure compliance of the new guidelines, and direct all concerned authorities for their strict implementation. Also, it states that the further guidelines issued by MHA and consequent Orders issued by the respective State Governments / UT Administration should be widely disseminated to the public and to the field functionaries for the convenience of people. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Karnataka | In Line With The Central Government Order, Karnataka Government Rolls Out Order For Implementation Of Lockdown Till 30Th June, 2020 | 30-05-2020 | In an Order dated 30th May, 2020, the Government of Karnataka has issued Guidelines to be implemented in the State during the period of lockdown till 30th June, 2020. The Karnataka State Order is in line with the Order issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) dated 30th May, 2020. Manner in which activities outside containment zones will re-open: Phase I: Religious places, hotels, restaurants, shopping malls. These activities will be allowed from 8th June 2020. Phase II: Schools, colleges and educational institutions: Based on consultation with the parents and at an institutional level, the decision of re-opening these institutions will be taken in July, 2020. Phase III: Basis the assessment of the situation, the restarting of the following activities will be decided: i. International air travel, metro rail ii. Cinema halls, gymnasiums, swimming pools, entertainment parks, iii. Social, political, sports, entertainment, academic, religious functions, Night Curfew: In line with the MHA Order the Karnataka Government has strictly prohibited movement between 9:00pm to 5:00am. Exception: Essential activities Containment Zones: i. Containment zones will be demarcated by the District Authorities after taking into consideration the guidelines issued by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. ii. Lockdown will be implemented in these zones till 30th June, 2020. Only essential activities will be allowed. iii. There will be strict perimeter to ensure that people do not move in/out of these zones except for medical emergency and maintaining essential supply of goods. Further, Annexure I and Annexure II of the Order lays down the National Directives for COVID-19 management and the penalties for contravention of the lockdown Order. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Meghalaya | Meghalaya Issues Prohibitory Order From May 31 To June 08, 2020. | 30-05-2020 | The Meghalaya District Magistrate on May 30, 2020, issues prohibitory order from May 31 to June 08, 2020 with effect from May 31, 2020 (Sunday) to June 08, 2020 (Monday) only for timings falling between 5.00 AM to 9.00 PM each day. | Mandatory | All | 08-06-2020 |
| Meghalaya | The District Magistrate, East Khasi Hills District Has Promulgated Night Curfew In East Khasi Hills District With Effect From May 31St, 2020 Upto June 8Th | 30-05-2020 | The District Magistrate, East Khasi Hills District has promulgated night curfew in East Khasi Hills District with effect from May 31st, 2020 upto June 8th, 2020 for timings falling between 9:00 PM to 5:00 AM each day. The District Magistrate also said that the Order will not apply to Security Forces, Medical Teams on duty, Wholesale and Retail Pharmacies, Police and Armed Forces, Fire and Emergency Service, MeECL, NEEPCO and Power Grid, Food and Civil Supplies Department, FCI, PWD, PHE, Shillong Municipal Board, Postal Service, Telecom, Communications and IT Services, Press, Print and Electronic Media, Petrol Pumps, including Indian Oil Corporation, essential services including Health Services and online/home food delivery and delivery shall be exempted only upto 10:00 P.M. However, these Services shall strictly comply with all protocols and procedures including social distancing, limiting of field staff to the barest minimum and other advisories of Government in the Health and Family Welfare Department, without fail. Also, movement of vehicles carrying essential goods, security forces, medical equipments and shops for repair of trucks on highways are exempted. However, drivers and attendants of the vehicles shall be subject to medical screening as per laid down protocols. Curfew passes for timings falling between 9:00 PM to 5:00 AM with effect from May 31st, 2020 upto June 8th, 2020 can be obtained via online application at www.eastkhasihills.gov.in. | Mandatory | All | 08-06-2020 |
| West Bengal | West Bengal Government Extends Lockdown To 15Th June, 2020; Lays Out Plan For Phase Wise Re-Opening Of Activities | 30-05-2020 | In an Order dated 30th May, 2020, the Government of West Bengal has issued Guidelines to be implemented in the State during the period of lockdown till 15th June, 2020. (i) The lockdown is now limited to only the Containment Affected Areas (Category - A). (ii) All activities permitted in the Containment Clean areas (Category - C) is permitted in the Containment Buffer areas (Category - B) as well w.e.f 1st June, 2020. (iii) Further, multiple other activities are planned to be allowed in a phase wise manner on and from 1st June, 2020 and 8th June, 2020 onwards. For more details on the permitted activities and the phase wise plan for re-opening, please refer to the associated document. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Tripura | Tripura Amends The Epidemic Disease, Covid 19 Regulations, 2020 | 30-05-2020 | Tripura amends The Epidemic Disease, Covid 19 Regulations, 2020. Among the significant changes are provisions to make wearing masks compulsory, introducing social distancing norms, providing for shops operations, and use of Aarogya Setu App. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Andhra Pradesh | Andhra Pradesh Government Orders Precautions To Prevent Increased Infections Due To Running Of Special Trains. | 30-05-2020 | The Health Medical & Family Welfare Department, Andhra Pradesh (Department) has, in an order dated 30th May, 2020, listed certain precautions to be taken for ensuring that the movement of Special trains from 1st June, 2020 onwards does not lead to increased infection of COVID-19. The key precautions ordered by the Department: i. Proper reception arrangements have to be made at the railway stations during the operation of such Special trains ii. Passengers, travelling within Andhra Pradesh will not be quarantined unless they are symptomatic iii. Every passenger will be thermally screened on disembarkation and asymptomatic passengers will be allowed to go home without further checking iv. Passengers coming from the high incidence areas of Maharashtra, Gujarat, Rajasthan, Delhi, Madhya Pradesh and Chennai will be sent to 7 days of institutional quarantine followed by 7 days home quarantine. v. Passengers coming from other than high incidence areas will be allowed to go for 14 days home quarantine after their swab is taken at the railway station vi. Following passengers will be exempted from institutional quarantine a. Passengers aged above 60 years b. Passengers aged below 10 years c. Pregnant and lactating mothers d. Terminally ill passengers However, the above-specified passengers have to undergo 14 days home quarantine and their swab will be collected at the railway station. vii. Business persons on business visits, medical professionals and government officials will also be exempted from institutional quarantine provided they carry a COVID-19 negative certificate from a ICMR recognised lab issued within last 3 days of such travel. viii. Random sampling will be followed for trains originating in Telangana. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Meghalaya | Private And Commercial Establishments Shall Open In Shillong Urban Agglomeration For Four Days W.E.F. 3Rd June Upto 6Th June, 2020 Between 9:00 Am To 6:00 Pm | 30-05-2020 | In Order to enable local residents to purchase daily essential commodities and meet their commercial requirements in Shillong Agglomeration and in villages of Civil sub-divisions of Sohra/Pynursla, the Government of Meghalaya, in an Order dated 30th May, 2020 has allowed Private and Commercial establishments in Shillong Urban Agglomeration - 1. Grocery, vegetable and daily needs shops etc. to open 4 days (on 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th June, 2020) w.e.f. 9 AM to 6 PM each day. The list of such shops are given in the Annexures attached in the order itself. 2. Shops such as mobile phones/computers sell, repair and service shops along with stationary and automobile shops are allowed to open for 2 days (4th and 5th June, 2020) w.e.f. 9 AM to 6 PM each day. Details of such shops are given in the Annexures. 3. Shops that sell household items like kitchen utensils/appliances, products/clothes for new born babies, travel agencies etc. will open for 2 days (3rd and 6th June, 2020) w.e.f. 9 AM to 6 PM each day. 4. Selected wine shops and automobile showrooms will remain open 6 days a week (1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th June, 2020) w.e.f. 9 AM to 6 PM each day. 5. In addition to the above activities certain shops and services will be open 4 days a week (3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th June, 2020) w.e.f. 9 AM to 6 PM each day. 6. All shops will open daily in the civil sub-division of Sohra and Pynursla and in all the C & RD block of East Khasi Hills District (barring saloons, beauty parlours, spas etc.) 7.Shops and services dealing with essential items (petrol pumps, pharmacies etc.) will open daily in all areas of the State. 8. Commercial activities (such as food processing units, brick kilns, industrial units, cement plants etc.) who have submitted undertakings to the Deputy Commissioner will open daily. 9. All permitted services, agricultural, industrial and commercial activities to follow SOPs laid down by the Government. 10. Further, public are requested to strictly follow social distancing and to wear mask at all times. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Time Limit For Accepting Undertaking In Lieu Of Bond Has Been Extended Till 15Th June, 2020 Instead Of 30Th May, 2020.Consequently, The Date For Submission Of Proper Bond In Lieu Of Which The Undertaking Is Being Temporarily Accepted Is Extended Till 30Th June,2020 | 29-05-2020 | Central Board of Indirect Taxes & Customs (CBIC) has issued Circular No. 26/2020-Customs to further extend the facility of accepting undertaking in lieu of bond for the period till 15th June, 2020 instead of 30th May, 2020. Consequently, the date for submission of proper bond in lieu of which the undertaking is being temporarily accepted is extended till 30th June,2020. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Punjab | Directorate Of Health And Family Welfare, Government Of Punjab Enhances Penalties For Violation Of Guidelines And Instructions Issued By The Government For Prevention And Control Of Covid-19 | 29-05-2020 | The Directorate of Health and Family Welfare, Government of Punjab has enhanced the penalties for offences by individuals in not abiding by the instructions and guidelines laid out by the Government for prevention and control of COVID-19 in the State. The revised penalties are as under: 1) For not wearing a mask in public places: Rs. 500/- 2) For violating the home quarantine instructions: Rs. 2000/- 3) For spitting at public place: Rs. 500/- iv) For violating social distancing norms by owners of Shops/Commercial place: Rs 2000/- v) For violating social distancing norms by vehicle owners in Buses: Rs. 3000/- vi) For violating social distancing norms by vehicle owners in Cars: Rs. 2000/- vii) For violating social distancing norms by vehicle owners in Auto Rickshaws/Two-wheelers: Rs. 500/- Further, all officials belonging to the post of BDPO Naib Tehsildar, ASI and above are empowered to impose the abovementioned penalties. Individuals not paying the fines are liable to be prosecuted under Section 188 of the IPC and as per the Rules and Regulations under the Epidemic Diseases Act, 1897. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Maharashtra | Directorate Of Industrial Safety And Health, Government Of Maharashtra Releases Safety Guidelines For Re-Opening Steel Rolling Mills | 29-05-2020 | The Directorate of Industrial Safety and Health, Government of Maharashtra has through a notification dated 29th May, 2020 released Safety Guidelines for re-opening Steel Rolling Mills in the State of Maharashtra. All factories are directed to follow the following safety measures in addition to the provisions of the Factories Act, 1948 and the Maharashtra Factories Rules, 1963. Factories are permitted to take additional steps beyond what is provided to ensure that activities can be resumed in a safe manner. For further details, please see the associated documents. | Mandatory | Steel Rolling Mills | No end date specified |
| Maharashtra | Directorate Of Industrial Safety And Health, Government Of Maharashtra Releases Safety Guidelines For Re-Opening Sugar Industries | 29-05-2020 | The Directorate of Industrial Safety and Health, Government of Maharashtra has through a notification dated 29th May, 2020 released Safety Guidelines for re-opening Sugar Industries in the State of Maharashtra. All factories are directed to follow the following safety measures in addition to the provisions of the Factories Act, 1948 and the Maharashtra Factories Rules, 1963. Factories are permitted to take additional steps beyond what is provided to ensure that activities can be resumed in a safe manner. For further details, please see the associated documents. | Mandatory | Sugar Industries | No end date specified |
| Maharashtra | Directorate Of Industrial Safety And Health, Government Of Maharashtra Releases Safety Guidelines For Re-Opening Automotive And Ancillary Industries | 29-05-2020 | The Directorate of Industrial Safety and Health, Government of Maharashtra has through a notification dated 29th May, 2020 released Safety Guidelines for re-opening Automotive and Ancillary Industries in the State of Maharashtra. All factories are directed to follow the following safety measures in addition to the provisions of the Factories Act, 1948 and the Maharashtra Factories Rules, 1963. Factories are permitted to take additional steps beyond what is provided to ensure that activities can be resumed in a safe manner. For further details, please see the associated documents. | Mandatory | Automobile and Ancillary Industries | No end date specified |
| Maharashtra | Directorate Of Industrial Safety And Health, Government Of Maharashtra Releases Safety Guidelines For Re-Opening Chemical Factories | 29-05-2020 | The Directorate of Industrial Safety and Health, Government of Maharashtra has through a notification dated 29th May, 2020 released Safety Guidelines for re-opening Chemical Factories in the State of Maharashtra. All factories are directed to follow the following safety measures in addition to the provisions of the Factories Act, 1948 and the Maharashtra Factories Rules, 1963. Factories are permitted to take additional steps beyond what is provided to ensure that activities can be resumed in a safe manner. For further details, please see the associated documents. | Mandatory | Chemical Factories | No end date specified |
| Maharashtra | Directorate Of Industrial Safety And Health, Government Of Maharashtra Releases Safety Guidelines For Re-Opening Cold Storages, Ice Factories, Milk Chilling Centres Using Ammonia As A Refrigerant | 29-05-2020 | The Directorate of Industrial Safety and Health, Government of Maharashtra has through a notification dated 29th May, 2020 released Safety Guidelines for re-opening Cold Storages, Ice factories, Milk Chilling Centres using Ammonia as a Refrigerant in the State of Maharashtra. All factories are directed to follow the following safety measures in addition to the provisions of the Factories Act, 1948 and the Maharashtra Factories Rules, 1963. Factories are permitted to take additional steps beyond what is provided to ensure that activities can be resumed in a safe manner. For further details, please see the associated documents. | Mandatory | Cold Storages, Ice factories, Milk Chilling Centres using Ammonia as a Refrigerant | No end date specified |
| Maharashtra | Directorate Of Industrial Safety And Health, Government Of Maharashtra Releases Safety Guidelines For Re-Opening Dyes Industries | 29-05-2020 | The Directorate of Industrial Safety and Health, Government of Maharashtra has through a notification dated 29th May, 2020 released Safety Guidelines for re-opening Dyes Industries in the State of Maharashtra. All factories are directed to follow the following safety measures in addition to the provisions of the Factories Act, 1948 and the Maharashtra Factories Rules, 1963. Factories are permitted to take additional steps beyond what is provided to ensure that activities can be resumed in a safe manner. For further details, please see the associated documents. | Mandatory | Dyes Industries | No end date specified |
| Maharashtra | Directorate Of Industrial Safety And Health, Government Of Maharashtra Releases Safety Guidelines For Re-Opening Foundries | 29-05-2020 | The Directorate of Industrial Safety and Health, Government of Maharashtra has through a notification dated 29th May, 2020 released Safety Guidelines for re-opening Foundries in the State of Maharashtra. All factories are directed to follow the following safety measures in addition to the provisions of the Factories Act, 1948 and the Maharashtra Factories Rules, 1963. Factories are permitted to take additional steps beyond what is provided to ensure that activities can be resumed in a safe manner. For further details, please see the associated documents. | Mandatory | Foundries | No end date specified |
| Maharashtra | Directorate Of Industrial Safety And Health, Government Of Maharashtra Releases Safety Guidelines For Re-Opening Ginning And Pressing Factories | 29-05-2020 | The Directorate of Industrial Safety and Health, Government of Maharashtra has through a notification dated 29th May, 2020 released Safety Guidelines for re-opening Ginning and Pressing Factories in the State of Maharashtra. All factories are directed to follow the following safety measures in addition to the provisions of the Factories Act, 1948 and the Maharashtra Factories Rules, 1963. Factories are permitted to take additional steps beyond what is provided to ensure that activities can be resumed in a safe manner. For further details, please see the associated documents. | Mandatory | Ginning and Pressing Factories | No end date specified |
| Maharashtra | Directorate Of Industrial Safety And Health, Government Of Maharashtra Releases Safety Guidelines For Re-Opening Lpg Bottling Factories And Petroleum Depots | 29-05-2020 | The Directorate of Industrial Safety and Health, Government of Maharashtra has through a notification dated 29th May, 2020 released Safety Guidelines for re-opening LPG Bottling Factories and Petroleum Depots in the State of Maharashtra. All factories are directed to follow the following safety measures in addition to the provisions of the Factories Act, 1948 and the Maharashtra Factories Rules, 1963. Factories are permitted to take additional steps beyond what is provided to ensure that activities can be resumed in a safe manner. For further details, please see the associated documents. | Mandatory | LPG Bottling Factories, Petroleum Depots | No end date specified |
| Maharashtra | Directorate Of Industrial Safety And Health, Government Of Maharashtra Releases Safety Guidelines For Re-Opening Industries Using Power Presses | 29-05-2020 | The Directorate of Industrial Safety and Health, Government of Maharashtra has through a notification dated 29th May, 2020 released Safety Guidelines for re-opening Industries using Power Presses in the State of Maharashtra. All factories are directed to follow the following safety measures in addition to the provisions of the Factories Act, 1948 and the Maharashtra Factories Rules, 1963. Factories are permitted to take additional steps beyond what is provided to ensure that activities can be resumed in a safe manner. For further details, please see the associated documents. | Mandatory | Power Presses | No end date specified |
| Maharashtra | Directorate Of Industrial Safety And Health, Government Of Maharashtra Releases Safety Guidelines For Re-Opening Solvent Extraction Plants | 29-05-2020 | The Directorate of Industrial Safety and Health, Government of Maharashtra has through a notification dated 29th May, 2020 released Safety Guidelines for re-opening Solvent extraction plants in the State of Maharashtra. All factories are directed to follow the following safety measures in addition to the provisions of the Factories Act, 1948 and the Maharashtra Factories Rules, 1963. Factories are permitted to take additional steps beyond what is provided to ensure that activities can be resumed in a safe manner. For further details, please see the associated documents. | Mandatory | Solvent Extraction Plants | No end date specified |
| West Bengal | Start Of Ferry Operations In Kolkata, Howrah And Suburbs From 1St June, 2020. | 29-05-2020 | Ferry operations in Kolkata, Howrah and suburbs have resumed from 1st June, 2020 by maintaining safety protocols and social distancing norms. The timings of vessel operations will be from 8 AM to 6 PM and number of passengers will be 40% of the capacity of the vessel. The duty hours of staff has been fixed from 7 AM to 7 PM. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Odisha | All Health Care Facilities (Both Bedded And Non Bedded) In Southern Odisha To Avail Services Of M/S Mediaid Marketing Services As Cbwtdf | 29-05-2020 | All occupiers of Health Care Facilities (both bedded and non bedded) in Southern Odisha have been directed by the Odisha Pollution Control Board to avail of treatment and disposal facilities by M/s Mediaid Marketing Services as the Common Biomedical Waste Treatment & Disposal Facility (CBWTDF) within a period of 3 months i.e., by 31st August, 2020, as they have been granted authorisation and consent to operate at Vill:Aarakhapada, Tehsil-Seragada in Ganjam District. | Mandatory | Health Care Facilities (bedded and non bedded) | No end date specified |
| Punjab | Punjab Government Issues Additional Guidelines For Persons Travelling Through Trains | 28-05-2020 | Punjab Government issues additional guidelines for persons travelling through trains 1. Only passengers with confirmed tickets will be allowed to enter the railway platform. 2. All passengers travelling must carry a valid ID proof & submit a self declaration form. 3. Passengers found to be symptomatic during screening shall be taken to health facility for testing. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Himachal Pradesh | Directions For Resumption Of Work | 28-05-2020 | The Himachal Pradesh has issued an order to permit resumption of work at office for government departments, private sector and individuals. Intimations have to be made to the specified authority and compliance with all COVID related notifications is mandatory. For more details please refer to the associated document. | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Meghalaya | The Meghalaya Epidemic Diseases, Covid-19 (Fourth Amendment) Regulations, 2020 | 28-05-2020 | The existing Regulation 14 shall be substitited - "All advisories issued/to be issued by the Government of India and the State Government on COVID-19 will ipso facto be treated as directions under the Epidemic Act and Regulations in Meghalaya. The existing Regulation 17 shall be renumbered as Regulation 20 and a new Regulation 17 shall be substituted as - 17. Usage of Face Cover/Face Masks: Wearing of face mask or face cover is compulsory in all public spaces and workplaces. All residents of the State irrespective of whether with or without a medical condition, except children below two years of age and ashthma patients, must use "homemade protective cover for face and mouth" while venturing outdoors. The Advisories or Guidelines for 'Use of Masks by Public' and the 'Do's and Don'ts' issued by the Ministry of Health and family Welfare, Government of India on use of face masks will be applicable and are to be complied with.' A new Regulation 18 shall be inserted namely: 18. Social Distancing (Physical Distancing): All persons in charge of public places, work places and transport shall ensure social distancing by maintaining at least 6 feet (2 mtres) away from others or as per the Guidelines issued by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. A new Regulation 19 shall be inserted namely: 19. Spitting and use of smokeless tobacco in Public Places: Use of smokeless tobacco and spitting in public spaces is strictly prohibited in order to curb the spread of COVID-19. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Himachal Pradesh | The Government Of Himachal Pradesh, Office Of The District Magistrate Chamba, District Chamba Issues An Order Dated May 28, 2020 In Suppression Of All The Previous Orders With Regard To Work Permissions And Issues New For All The Future Work-Related Permissions | 28-05-2020 | The Government of Himachal Pradesh, Office of the District Magistrate Chamba, District Chamba issues an Order dated May 28, 2020 in suppression of all the previous orders with regard to work permissions and states that the new directions in this Order have been issued for all the future work-related permissions. It also clarifies that this Order will not be applicable to Containment Zones notified in compliance of directions of Health Department for containment of spread of COVID-19. The Order directs that all the private organisations can start their work without any permission, by intimating the respective SDM regarding the name and the location of the work. with the name, designation and contact number of Compliance Officer. However, for organisations/establishments with more than Twenty (20) employees, the request for work permissions will have to be submitted to this office on email (adc-cha-hp@nic.in). It also states that the work in such organisations/establishments can only he commenced after requisite approval from this office. Further, all the private individual works requires no permission. The individual concerned shall be the de-facto Compliance Officer. The Order specifies that all the Head of Department and Compliance Officer must ensure that all the guidelines to contain the impact of COVID-19, as issued from time to time by Ministry of Home Affairs GOI, Government of Himachal Pradesh and this Office are properly implemented at work site and SOP is strictly complied with. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Punjab | Punjab Government Issues Guidelines For Persons Travelling By Train | 28-05-2020 | Punjab Government has issued guidelines for persons travelling by train. Key Highlights: While Boarding: a. All passengers must wear masks and maintain social distancing; b. Only passengers with confirmed tickets will be allowed to enter the railway platform to avaoid unnecessary crowding (No Attendants allowed); c. Health screening of passengers before entering the platform; d. Passengers to reach 45 minutes before the departure time; e. Only asymptomatic passengers can board trains; At the Destination Railway Station: a. Passengers to download COVA app which should remain active and must self-generate an e-pass over COVA app for a smooth exit from the railway station; b. In case passenger does not have a mobile or is not able to generate e-pass, then after showing a valid ID proof (Aadhaar card/ Driving License / Voter card / any other ID Proof issued by the Government), he/ she will submit a self declaration form to the health team deputed for screening at a designated place at the railway station. c. Passengers found symptomatic or categorised as high risk during screening shall be taken to a health facility for testing and treated as per helath protocol upon testing positive; d. All others to home quarantine for fourteen (14) days and they will monitor their health status and report to the nearest health facility (On phone no: 104) upon developing any symptoms of COVID-19; e. Passengers who have a return ticket scheduled before the completion of duration of home quarantine shall be allowed to to return if they are asymptomatic; There is a proforma for self declaration in From S, which needs to be filled out by passengers arriving in Punjab along with an undertaking for Home Quarantine. For further details on the above-mentioned, please refer to the appended document | Mandatory | Travel | No end date specified |
| Meghalaya | Meghalaya Health Department Amends The Meghalaya Epidemic Diseases, Covid-19 Regulations, 2020 To Implement Compulsory Usage Of Mask, Social Distancing And Prohibition On Spitting In Public Spaces | 28-05-2020 | The Health Department of Meghalaya has issued a Notification dated 28th May, 2020 to amend the Meghalaya Epidemic Diseases, COVID-19 Regulations, 2020 with immediate effect: Through this amendment, the following have been implemented: 1. Compulsory usage of Face Cover/ Face Mask in all public spaces and workplaces; 2. Maintaining social (physical) distancing of at least 6 feet 3. Prohibition on use of smokeless tobacco and spitting in public places For further details please refer to the appended Notification. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Mohfw Issues Guidance Note On Provision Of Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, Child, Adolescent Health Plus Nutrition (Rmncah+N) Services During & Post Covid-19 Pandemic | 27-05-2020 | The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has issued Guidance Note on Provision of Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, Child, Adolescent Health Plus Nutrition (RMNCAH+N) services during & post COVID-19 pandemic which elaborates the various services to be provided at different levels in accordance with the zonal categorization of containment zones and buffer zones and beyond these zones. | Mandatory | Hospitals | No end date specified |
| Central | The Ministry Of Health And Family Welfare, Government Of India Issues An Advisory On Re-Processing And Re-Use Of Eye Protection - Goggles | 27-05-2020 | The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India recently issued an Advisory dated May 27, 2020 regarding re-processing and re-use of eye-protection- Goggles. It states that the goggles conforming to prescribed EN/BIS specifications can be reused after proper disinfection. The Advisory states that the purpose of this document is to enable individuals to reuse goggles used by them thus allowing an extended use without risk of contracting infection. The Advisory lays down Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) to be followed for such reuse. Further, it also provides a Ratio for such use. | Advisory | Individuals and Health Care Workers using eye-protection goggles | No end date specified |
| Punjab | District Magistrate Of Mohali (Chandigarh Airport) Issues Direction For Domestic Air Passengers To Prevent Spread Of Covid-19 Virus. | 27-05-2020 | The District Magistrate has issued directions for the domestic air passengers at the Chandigarh International Airport Limited (CHIAL,) Mohali for preventing the spread of COVID-19 and effective tracking & surveillance of passengers. The key points of the directions are: - 1. All passengers to be screened at the airport. 2. Passengers to go under mandatory home quarantine for 14 days from the date of arrival. 3. Passengers to download COVA app compulsorily. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Puducherry | Application And Issue Of E-Passes In Puducherry Will Now Be Conducted Through Website Epass.Py.Gov.In. | 27-05-2020 | The Government of Puducherry has notified that emergency passes which were issued earlier through WhatsApp number 9488770024 will henceforth be issued through website epass.py.gov.in. launched by the National Informatics Centre, Puducherry. The process of making application for e-passes through WhatsApp has been discontinued. The residents of Karikal who are desirous of obtaining e-passes for the following activities: a. Marriage; b. Funeral; c. Medical; d. Rejoin duty; and e. Others (emergency purposes) may now apply to the website: epass.py.gov.in. The e-passes should be issued only through the website epass.py.gov.in. Applicants for e-passes have been requested to upload their Identity proof (Applicant ID proof) along with address of the applicant's ID proof. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Madhya Pradesh | Madhya Pradesh Announces The Commencement Of Train Services From 1St June, 2020 | 27-05-2020 | Madhya Pradesh Government has announced the commencement of fifteen train services from DRM West Central Railway Zone, Bhopal. Passengers are advised to follow the Guidelines for Domestic Travel issued by the Department of Health and Family Welfare. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Chhattisgarh | Shops In Chhattisgarh Will Open Six Days A Week With Proper Measures And Precautions | 27-05-2020 | Basis an article in the Chhattisgarh website, shops will be allowed to open six days a week, and taking precautions including physical distancing will remain compulsory Opening shops six day a week will help in preventing crowding at one place. Resumption of commercial-economic activities will also help in reviving economy and employment. Post-lockdown, 1371 factories in the state has functioning again. Nearly one lakh three thousand labourers have returned to work in these factories | Mandatory | Retail | No end date specified |
| Central | Revised Advisory On The Use Of Hydroxychloroquine (Hcq) As Prophylaxis For Covid-19 Infection | 26-05-2020 | The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has through a recent notification revised the original advisory issued on March 23,2020 on use of Hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) as prophylaxis for COVID-19 infection. The revised notification supresses the previous notification of March 23 and replaces it with the current one. | Advisory | Healthcare | No end date specified |
| Central | Period/Days Of Extension For Names Reserved And Resubmission Of Forms | 26-05-2020 | The Ministry of Corporate Affairs has rolled out a document stating period/days of extension for names reserved and resubmission of Forms. The following extensions have been granted: 1. Names reserved for 20 days for new company incorporation. SPICe+ Part B needs to be filed within 20 days of name reservation : Names expiring any day between 15th March 2020 to 31st May would be extended by 20 days beyond 31st May 2020. 2. Names reserved for 60 days for change of name of company. INC-24 needs to be filed within 60 days of name reservation : Names expiring any day between 15th March 2020 to 31st May would be extended by 60 days beyond 31st May 2020. 3. Extension of RSUB validity for companies : SRNs where last date of Resubmission (RSUB) falls between 15th March 2020 to 31st May 2020, additional 15 days beyond 31st May 2020 would be allowed. However, for SRNs already marked under NTBR, extension would be provided on case to case basis. [Note: Note: Forms will not get marked to (Not to be taken on Record)NTBR due to non-re-submission during this extended period as detailed above. It also includes IEPF Non-STP e-Forms ( IEPF3, IEPF-5 and IEPF-7)] 4. Names reserved for 90 days for new LLP incorporation/change of name. FiLLiP/Form 5 needs to be filed within 90 days of name reservation : Names expiring any day between 15th March 2020 to 31st May would be extended by 20 days beyond 31st May 2020. 5. RSUB validity extension for LLPs - SRNs where last date of resubmission (RSUB) falls between 15th March 2020 to 31st May 2020, additional 15 days would be allowed from 31st May 2020 for resubmission. However, for SRNs already marked under NTBR, extension would be provided on case to case basis. [Note: Forms will not get marked to (Not to be taken on Record)NTBR due to non-re-submission during this extended period as detailed above.] 6. Extension for marking IEPF-5 SRNs to Pending for Rejection u/r 7(3) and Pending for Rejection u/r 7(7) : SRNs where last date of filing e-Verification Report (for both Normal as well as Resubmission filing) falls between 15th March 2020 to 31st May 2020, would be allowed to file the form till 30th Sep 2020. However, for SRNs already marked under Pending for Rejection u/r 7(3) and Pending for Rejection u/r 7(7), extension would be provided on case to case basis. [Note: Status of IEPF-5 SRN will not change to Pending for Rejection u/r 7(3) and Pending for rejection u/r 7(7) till 30th Sep20.] | Mandatory | All | Different timeline for separate actions |
| Tamil Nadu | The Directorate Of Industrial Safety And Health In Tamil Nadu Notifies Guidelines For Restarting The Factories Involving Hazardous Process / Dangerous Operations | 26-05-2020 | In light of the industrial accident involving toxic gas which occurred while re-starting a chemical factory in the neighbouring State of Andhra Pradesh, the Directorate of Industrial Safety and Health in Tamil Nadu has issued the following guidelines for factories (handling hazardous process / dangerous operations) while restarting the plants/ processes (without prejudice to the provisions of Factories Act 1948 and other applicable laws in force): i. Identification of potential hazards involved in the start-up process with respect to the materials, machinery and process; ii. Preparation and subsequent strict compliance with a Safe Operating Procedure (SOP) with regard to above-mentioned potential hazards in the start-up process; iii. Providing prescribed personal protective equipment (suitable to the working environment), to the persons engaged in the process; iv. Checking of all types of storage tanks for safety, in terms of temperature, pressure and physical conditions; v. Ensuring the proper working of all safety systems including Pressure gauges, Level gauges, Safety valves, Pressure relief valves, etc., and calibration of safety equipment before start-up of operations; vi. Checking of utility equipment like Boilers, Gensets, Cooling Tower, Air Compressor, etc. for a trial run and restarting the process after ensuring safe operation; vii. Ensuring that 'Permit to work system is strictly followed in all areas and suitable precautionary measures taken to mitigate all possible emergencies; | Mandatory | Manufacturing | No end date specified |
| West Bengal | West Bengal Transport Corporation Releases List Of Buses To Operate From 27Th May, 2020 Onwards Between 7Am To 7Pm | 26-05-2020 | The West Bengal Transport Corporation has through a notification dated 26th May, 2020 released a list of buses that will ply from 27th May, 2020 onwards between the hours of 7am to 7pm subject to proper sanitation and crew safety being maintained. For further details on the buses and routes that they will be plying on, please refer to the associated document. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Ministry Of Tourism Extends Validity Of Approvals/Classifications Of All Hotels/Accommodations Till 30Th June, 2020 And Provides Six Months Relaxation Or Extension To All Categories Of Tour Operators, Travel Agents And Tourist Transport Operators | 26-05-2020 | The Ministry of Tourism has through a press release dated 26th May, 2020 extended the validity of approval or certifications of hotels and other accommodation units whose project approvals/reapprovals and classification/reclassification have expired/are likely to expire during the period (24.03.2020 to 29.6.2020) till 30.06.2020. Further, the Ministry of Tourism has decided to allow six months relaxation or extension to all categories of Tour Operators (Inbound, Domestic, Adventure) Travel Agents and Tourist Transport Operators for their approval with the Ministry of Tourism subject to the following conditions: - (i) The previous approval expired or the current approval expires during the period of 20th March, 2020 (i.e. the date of issuance of order by the Ministry for discontinuation of inspection work by India Tourism offices) till continuation of lockdown, and (ii) They applied for renewal before expiry of their current/previous approval. | Mandatory | Hotels, Homestays, Guest Houses Tour Operators, Travel Agents, Tourist transport operators | 30-06-2020 |
| West Bengal | The Government Of West Bengal Has Released Guidelines For Domestic Travel By Air. | 26-05-2020 | The Government of West Bengal has released Guidelines for Domestic Travel by Air. Basis the guidelines: 1. At airport, during boarding and travel, passengers shall use face covers/mask and follow hand hygiene, respiratory etiquette and maintain social distancing norms. 2. All passengers shall undergo health screening at the point of departure and only asymptomatic passengers shall be allowed to board the plane. 3. On arrival, health screening shall be done for all the passengers. Asymptomatic passengers will be permitted to go with the advice that they shall self-monitor their health for 14 days. In case they develop any symptoms, they shall inform the local medical officer 4. Samples will be collected for COVID test from all symptomatic passengers. They will be taken to the nearest health facility for sample collection and health condition assessment. 5. Those, with moderate or severe symptoms, will be admitted to the dedicated Covid health facility and managed accordingly. 6. Those, having mild symptoms, will be asked to go for home/institutional isolation. 7. Medical interventions will be taken as per the test result. 8. All passengers are required to submit filled up self-declaration form at the time of arrival to the state health officials. 9. Regular sanitization/disinfection of the common surfaces shall be done at the airport. There should be adequate availability of soaps/sanitizers at different points in the airport 10. Adequate publicity for maintenance of social distancing norms and health hygiene protocol should be done at the airport. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Kerala | Covid-19 Instructions For Using Genexpert/Truenat-Beta-Cov In The Private Sector In Kerala | 26-05-2020 | The Government has modified the earlier order - Clause 2 under the heading Designated Testing Facility shall be replaced as Private Labs who would like to use TrueNat system may contact NABL for accreditation for this test.Clause 4 shall be replaced as For all positive tests obtained in assay with E gene in TrueNat, lab need to perform confirmatory assay using RdRp gene in TrueNat or any other confirmatory RTPCR test. If that is positive, the test may be declared as positive. It is the responsibility of the lab to perform confirmatory test and report the results. Labs must ensure confirmation of tests in case of positive results in Step 1 assey of TrueNat-beta-CoV. | Mandatory | Medical Diagnostics | No end date specified |
| West Bengal | The Government Of West Bengal Has Released Guidelines For Domestic Travel By Air. | 26-05-2020 | The Government of West Bengal has released Guidelines for Domestic Travel by Air. Basis the guidelines: 1. At airport, during boarding and travel, passengers shall use face covers/mask and follow hand hygiene, respiratory etiquette and maintain social distancing norms. 2. All passengers shall undergo health screening at the point of departure and only asymptomatic passengers shall be allowed to board the plane. 3. On arrival, health screening shall be done for all the passengers. Asymptomatic passengers will be permitted to go with the advice that they shall self-monitor their health for 14 days. In case they develop any symptoms, they shall inform the local medical officer 4. Samples will be collected for COVID test from all symptomatic passengers. They will be taken to the nearest health facility for sample collection and health condition assessment. 5. Those, with moderate or severe symptoms, will be admitted to the dedicated Covid health facility and managed accordingly. 6. Those, having mild symptoms, will be asked to go for home/institutional isolation. 7. Medical interventions will be taken as per the test result. 8. All passengers are required to submit filled up self-declaration form at the time of arrival to the state health officials. 9. Regular sanitization/disinfection of the common surfaces shall be done at the airport. There should be adequate availability of soaps/sanitizers at different points in the airport 10. Adequate publicity for maintenance of social distancing norms and health hygiene protocol should be done at the airport. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| West Bengal | Private Hospitals With Approved Laboratory For Test Of Sars-Cov-2 Allowed To Carry Out Opd-Based Testing Of Samples For Asymptomatic Patients With Covid | 26-05-2020 | Private hospitals which have an approved laboratory for test of SARS-COV-2 may go for a walk-in-sample collection system, maintaining the necessary bio-safety measures. The intended patients have to be taken to the sample collection unit through the OPD (or Fever Clinic if the patient is symptomatic) and sample is to be taken on Doctor's advice. Social distancing and infection control practices have to be duly maintained in the concerned units. Reporting from the laboratory will continue as per the existing norms. | Advisory | Private Hospitals | No end date specified |
| Central | All Contributions To pm Cares Fund Qualifies As Csr Expenditure; Mca Amends Schedule Vii; Provisions Gain Retrospective Effect Since 28.03.2020 | 26-05-2020 | Any contribution to the Prime Ministers Citizen Assistance and Relief in Emergency Stations Fund (PM CARES Fund) will now qualify as Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) expenditure under the Companies Act, 2013 (Act). Accordingly, the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA), in a Gazette Notification dated 26th May, 2020, has amended Schedule VII which deals with activities which may be included by companies as a part of their Corporate Social Responsibility obligations by including contribution to the Prime Ministers Citizen Assistance and Relief in Emergency Stations Fund (PM CARES Fund) to this list of activities. This amendment has been given retrospective effect since 28th March, 2020. | Mandatory | All (provided eligibility thresholds are satisfied) | No end date specified |
| Central | Director General Of Icmr Requests States And Union Territories To Fix Up Mutually Agreeable Prices For Rt-Pcr Test Used To Detect Covid-19 | 25-05-2020 | The Director General of Indian Council of Medical Research, through a letter dated 25th May, 2020 has requested the State Governments and Union Territory Administrations to negotiate with private labs and fix up mutually agreeable prices for samples being sent by the government and also for private individuals desirous of testing by these laboratories. This letter has been issued in light of stabilization of testing supplies and procurement of kits from the local market, leading to competitive and reduced pricing of the testing commodities. The earlier upper ceiling of Rs. 4500/- (notified vide letter dated 17th March, 2020), on RT-PCR test used to detect COVID-19 has been rendered inapplicable now. | Mandatory | Human health and social work activities | No end date specified |
| Maharashtra | Sop For Handling Of Domestic Air Travelers Arriving In Maharashtra. | 25-05-2020 | In a Notification dated 25th May, 2020 the Department of Revenue and Forest, Disaster Management, Relief and Rehabilitation Mantralay, Mumbai (Department) has rolled out the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for handling domestic air travellers arriving in Maharashtra. With a view to harmonise health related instruction for domestic travellers arriving in Maharashtra the present SOP has been issued for strict implementation buy the concerned authorities. Please refer to Annexure I of the Notification for a detailed read of the Guidelines. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Karnataka | Karnataka Allows Domestic Air Travel Of Passengers With Immediate Effect From 25-05-2020 | 24-05-2020 | Pursuant to Ministry of Home Affairs, (Govt. of India) Order dated 20th May 2020, and subsequent Order from the Ministry of Civil Aviation dated 21st May, 2020, Karnataka is one of the first States to notify the lifting of ban on domestic air travel of passengers with immediate effect from 25th May, 2020. Para 2(i) of the lockdown extension Order of Karnataka has been amended to delete the words 'domestic air travel of passengers'. The operation of airports and air travel of passengers will be as per the above-mentioned guidelines issued by the Ministry of Civil Aviation. [For further details on guidelines issued by the Civil Aviation Ministry, please refer to summaries dated 21-05-2020]. Furthermore, in light of the commencement of domestic civil flight operations from 25th May, 2020, unhindered/ unrestricted movement of Air Passengers, with valid air ticket, the Airline Staff/ Airport Staff/ Crew members, with valid ID issued by their Company/ Organization, to and from Airport is permitted even during curfew period i.e., 7:00 pm to 7:00 am on all days and in addition from 7:00 pm to 7:00 am on Sundays as per prevailing guidelines and SOPs issued by the Concerned Ministry of Government of India and State Government. | Mandatory | Transportation and storage | Public Transport | No end date specified |
| Central | Ministry Of Home Affairs Issues Standard Operating Protocol (Sop) For Movement Of Indian Nationals Stranded Outside The Country And For Movement Of Persons Stranded In India Who Are Desirous To Travel Abroad | 24-05-2020 | The Ministry of Home Affairs, Ministry of Home Affairs, (Govt. of India) has issued Standard Operating Protocols (SOPS), for movement of Indian Nationals stranded outside the country and of specified persons to travel abroad in supersession of MHA Order dated 5th May, 2020. Key highlights: Movement of Indian Nationals stranded outside the country: i. Persons to register themselves with the Indian Missions in the country where they are stranded along with necessary details as prescribed by MEA. ii. Such persons to travel to India by non scheduled commercial flights as allowed by the Ministry of Civil Aviation (MOCA) and ships as allowed by the Department of Military Affairs (DMA)/ Ministry of Shipping (MOS). (Note: Only the crew or staff who have tested COVID-19 negative, will be allowed to operate these flights/ ships; iii. Priority to be given to compelling cases in distress, including migrant workers/ labourers who have been laid off, short term visa holders faced with expiry of visas, persons with medical emergencies, pregnant women or the elderly and those required to return to India due to the death of family member and students; iv. Cost of travel to be borne by the travellers; v. MEA will display with at least two days notice, the schedule (day, place and time of arrival) of the incoming flight/ ship, on their online digital platform; vi. Travellers to provide undertaking that they are making the journey at their own risk; Movement of persons stranded in India who are desirous to travel abroad: i. Such persons to apply to the Ministry of Civil Aviation ("MoCA") or to any agency designated by MoCA for such purpose, along with necessary details, including the places of departure and arrival as prescribed by MoCA. ii. Only those persons will be allowed to travel to the destination countries, who are citizens of such country (s); who hold visa of at least one year duration of that country; green card or OCI card holder. In cases of medical emergency or death in the family, Indian Nationals holding six month visa can also be allowed; iii. Travel from India shall be by non-scheduled commercial flights that are allowed by the MoCA for bringing back stranded Indian Nationals from abroad; iv. Indian seafarers/ crew seeking to accept contracts to serve on vehicles abroad, can travel on the non-scheduled commercial flights departing from India under the Vande Bharat Mission or other flights arranged by their employers subject to clearance given by the Ministry of Shipping; v. Before the tickets of such persons are confirmed, MoCA will ensure that the destination country allows entry of such persons. The conditions (if any) shall need to be fulfilled by the person intending to travel; vi. Cost of travel (specified by carrier) shall be borne by the traveller (s); vii. MoCA to ensure that all passengers undergo thermal screening as per health protocol and that only asymptomatic travellers are allowed to board the flight; viii. While on board the flight, required precautions such as wearing of masks, environmental hygiene, respiratory hygiene, hand hygiene etc. are to be observed by airline staff, crew and all passengers. For a detailed read, please refer to the corresponding Order (appended) | Mandatory | Transportation and storage | Public Transport | No end date specified |
| Chhattisgarh | State Releases Sop For Residents Returning From Outside Countries. If They Have Quarantined Elsewhere Before Returning To Chhattisgarh, Home Quarantine Would Be Required In The State Otherwise 14 Day Paid Institutional Quarantine Is Mandatory. | 24-05-2020 | In hindi | To be provided soon | To be provided soon | To be provided soon |
| Chhattisgarh | State Releases Sop For Residents Returning From Domestic Flights And Trains. If Home Quarantine Is Not Observable At Home, They Will Be Kept In Institutional Quarantine. A Quarantine Stamp Will Be Pasted Outside Houses For Home Quarantine. | 24-05-2020 | In Hindi | To be provided soon | To be provided soon | To be provided soon |
| Bihar | Directions Regarding Food Distribution Under Pds To Incoming Migrant Labourers | 24-05-2020 | In Hindi | To be provided soon | To be provided soon | To be provided soon |
| Bihar | Directions Regarding Identification Of Incoming Migrant Labourers For Pds | 24-05-2020 | In Hindi | To be provided soon | To be provided soon | To be provided soon |
| Rajasthan | Government Of Rajasthan Withdraws Notification Extending Working Hours For Persons Engaged In Factories | 24-05-2020 | The Government of Rajasthan has through a notification dated 24th May, 2020 withdrawn the extension in working hours from 8 to 12 hours previously granted through its notifications dated 11th April, 2020 and 24th April, 2020. This is due to the fact that: (a) Maximum factories have been started. (b) Workers movement has been started and pass for travel is not required. (c) Public transport has started in most of area such as Green, Orange Zone etc. (d) The instructions/guidelines issued by the GOI/GOR to the control of COVID-19 like social distancing, wearing masks etc. are being ensured by the factory management and the workers. (e) Workers are fully aware of the effects of COVID-19 and its control measures. Currently the situation is under control and progressing toward normalcy. | Mandatory | Factories | No end date specified |
| Central | Central Guidelines For Domestic Travel (Air/Train/Inter-State Bus Travel) | 24-05-2020 | The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has issued guidelines for domestic travel (air/train/inter-state bus travel). Among other items provides for do's and donts, movement details, reporting directions and more. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Uttar Pradesh | The Government Of Uttar Pradesh Issues Sop For Travellers Reaching Uttar Pradesh By Flights | 24-05-2020 | The Government of Uttar Pradesh recently issued a SOP dated May 24, 2020 for people reaching Uttar Pradesh by flights. The SOP states that these travellers will be required to register themselves on the link https://reg.upcovid.in as given in the SOP by providing travellers details such as name, age, mobile, arrival date, return date, mode of journey, Travellers local stay address, which state and district they have travelled from etc as given in the Annexure -1 of the SOP. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Odisha | Government Of Odisha Issues Standard Operating Procedures For Inter State Passengers To Odisha | 24-05-2020 | The Government of Odisha has issued the standard operating procedures for guidance for persons entering Odisha from other states at various check posts, airports and seaports. These include health screening, tests, isolation and quarantine on a need basis of the passengers. Please refer to the attached SOP for a detailed read. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Central Guidelines For Domestic Travel (Air/Train/Inter-State Bus Travel) | 24-05-2020 | The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has issued guidelines for domestic travel (air/train/inter-state bus travel). Among other items provides for do's and donts, movement details, reporting directions and more. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Andhra Pradesh | Infrastructure & Investment Department, Government Of Andhra Pradesh Issues Sop For Resumption Of Domestic Flight Operations In The State | 24-05-2020 | The Infrastructure and Investment Department, Government of Andhra Pradesh has issued the standard operating procedures for guidance for persons entering Andhra Pradesh from other states via the domestic airport. These include health screening, tests, isolation and quarantine on a need basis of the passengers. Please refer to the attached SOP for a detailed read. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Assam | Government Of Assam Issues Sop For Air Passengers | 24-05-2020 | The Government of Assam in order to ensure safety of the passengers during prevailing circumstances due to Covid 19 pandemic has issued health protocols for compliance in respect of air passengers on arrival and departure within the State of Assam to be implemented in conjunction with the guidelines issues by the Ministry of Civil Aviation. Please refer to the attached SOP for a detailed read. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Tamil Nadu | Tamil Nadu Revenue And Disaster Department Issues Standard Operating Procedures For Inter State Passengers To Karnataka | 24-05-2020 | The Tamil Nadu Revenue and Disaster Department has issued the standard operating procedures for guidance for persons entering Tamil Nadu from other states at the various airports in Tamil Nadu. These include health screening, tests, isolation and quarantine on a need basis of the passengers. Please refer to the attached SOP for a detailed read. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Himachal Pradesh | District Magistrate Of Lahaul & Sipti, Himachal Pradesh Extends Prohibitory Orders In The District Till 30Th June 2020 | 23-05-2020 | The District Magistrate of Lahaul & Spiti, Himachal Pradesh vide order dated 23rd May 2020 extends prohibitory orders (Section 144 (4) of Cr Pc) in the district till 30th June 2020. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Central | Covid-19 Regulatory Package | 23-05-2020 | In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, the RBI, with a view to prevent financial burden has released detailed instructions and announced the following relaxations / exemptions and extensions: 1. Rescheduling of Payments - Due to lockdown extensions on account of COVID-19 all commercial banks (including regional rural banks, small finance banks and local area banks), co-operative banks, All-India Financial Institutions, and Non-banking Financial Companies (including housing finance companies) (lending institutions) are permitted to extend the moratorium by another three months i.e. from June 1, 2020 to August 31, 2020 on payment of all instalments in respect of term loans (including agricultural term loans, retail and crop loans). In addition to that, in respect of working capital facilities sanctioned in the form of cash credit/overdraft (CC/OD), lending institutions are permitted to allow a deferment of another three months, from June 1, 2020 to August 31, 2020, on recovery of interest applied in respect of all such facilities. Lending institutions are permitted, at their discretion, to convert the accumulated interest for the deferment period up to August 31, 2020, into a funded interest term loan (FITL) which shall be repayable not later than March 31, 2021. 2. Easing of working capital financing - borrowers facing stress on account of the economic fallout of the pandemic in respect of working capital facilities sanctioned in the form of CC/OD, the lending institutions may recalculate the 'drawing power' by reducing the margins till August 31, 2020 and review the working capital sanctioned limits upto March 31, 2020 based on reassessment of the working capital cycle. 3. Asset Classification - The conversion of accumulated interest into FITL, as permitted above, and the changes in the credit terms permitted to the borrowers to specifically tide over economic fallout from COVID-19 mentioned, will not be treated as concessions granted due to financial difficulty of the borrower, under Paragraph 2 of the Annex to the Reserve Bank of India (Prudential Framework for Resolution of Stressed Assets) Directions, 2019 dated June 7, 2019 (Prudential Framework), and consequently, will not result in asset classification downgrade. In respect of accounts classified as standard as on February 29, 2020, even if overdue, the moratorium period, wherever granted in respect of term loans, shall be excluded by the lending institutions from the number of days past-due for the purpose of asset classification under the IRAC norms. The asset classification for such accounts shall be determined on the basis of revised due dates and the revised repayment schedule. Further, all other provisions of circulars dated March 27, 2020 and April 17, 2020 shall remain applicable as it is. | Mandatory | All | Different timeline for separate actions |
| Dadra And Nagar Haveli | Ut Administration Of Dadra And Nagar Haveli Releases Sop For Passengers Of Domestic Flights/Helicopters | 23-05-2020 | The UT Administration of Dadra and Nagar Haveli has issued the standard operating procedures for guidance for persons entering the UT from other states through domestic flights/Helicopters. These include health screening, tests, isolation and quarantine on a need basis of the passengers. Please refer to the attached SOP for a detailed read. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Daman And Diu | Ut Administration Of Daman And Diu Releases Sop For Passengers Of Domestic Flights/Helicopters | 23-05-2020 | The UT Administration of Daman and Diu has issued the standard operating procedures for guidance for persons entering the UT from other states through domestic flights/Helicopters. These include health screening, tests, isolation and quarantine on a need basis of the passengers. Please refer to the attached SOP for a detailed read. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Meghalaya | Sop For Returnees By Flights | 23-05-2020 | It has been made mandatory that no permission will be given till 10th June, 2020 to pick-up these passengers from Guwahati Airport or Guwahati Railway station as all such persons are required to undergo the testing protocol prescribed by the Health and Family Welfare Department, Government of Meghalaya. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Andaman & Nicobar Islands | Ut Administration Of Andaman And Nicobar Islands Issues Sops For Returnees By Flights And For Evacuation Of Persons By Ship | 23-05-2020 | Pursuant to Ministry of Home Affairs, (Govt. of India) Order dated 20th May 2020, and subsequent Order from the Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA) dated 21st May, 2020, Union Territory Administration of Andaman and Nicobar has notified the lifting of ban on domestic air travel of passengers with immediate effect from 25th May, 2020. The operation of airports and air travel of passengers will be as per the above-mentioned guidelines issued by the(MoCA. [For further details on guidelines issued by the MoCA, please refer to summaries dated 21-05-2020]. The Union Territory Administration of Andaman and Nicobar has revised the SOP to be followed by all passengers, Airport Authority, airline operators and others concerned. The following are the highlights of the revised SOP for air travel: i. As per MoCA order dated 21.05.2020 all airline operators shall share the passenger manifest of each flight in the prescribed format with the UT administration in advance. ii. On arrival, thermal screening of passengers shall be done by the local authorities. iii. At the point of screening, all passengers shall share their contact details and residential address of A&N Islands with the administration for record. iv. All asymptomatic passengers will be allowed to travel to their residence / next destination by local / private transport. v. All symptomatic / suspect cases in passengers, as assessed by the health authorities will be isolated at the designated COVID Care Centre (CCC). Through the present press release Union Territory Administration of Andaman and Nicobar has allowed inhabitants of the islands with no travel history from 25.3.2020 onwards to travel to other islands without any restrictions, after thermal screening at point of embarkation. It has also been clarified that persons coming by air will not be required to home quarantine anymore. The press release also laid down 'SOP for Evacuation of Persons by Ship'. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Jammu And Kashmir | Sop For Returnees By Flights | 23-05-2020 | The Jammu & Kashmir Government has added its own SOP to be followed in the state to address the instances of people returning to state by flight. Details on page 7-12 of document in link. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Punjab | Sop For Returnees By Flights | 23-05-2020 | The Punjab Government has added its own SOP to be followed in the state to address the instances of people returning to state by flight. Details on page 21-24 of document in link. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Punjab | Extension Of Timeline To Affix High Security Registration Plates On Vehicles In Punjab Till 30.06.2020. | 23-05-2020 | The Punjab Government has extended the time limit for vehicle owners of the state to get the High Security Registration Plates (HSRP) affixed on their vehicles till June 30, 2020, as a final opportunity to comply with the mandatory requirement. HSRP of the vehicles manufactured from April, 2019 onwards are to be affixed from the respective agencies from where the vehicles have been purchased. In addition to existing 22 fitment centers at district headquarters, 45 additional fitment centers have been established at Sub Divisional Level. Keeping in view social distancing norms for prevention of COVID19, vehicle owners will not be required to go to fitment centers and wait for their turn. An online system of pre-booking an appointment as per convenience and payment of the fees has been activated on the website www.Punjabhsrp.in in addition to a mobile application HSRP PUNJAB. In order to facilitate the public further and to prevent exploitation, the facility fitment of HSRP at Home has also been provided. This facility is optional whereby vehicle owners can avail the facility by paying a facilitation charge of Rupees 100/- for 2 and 3 wheeler and Rs.150/- for four wheelers and above. There will also be a helpline No. 7888498859 and 7888498853, and email.customer.care@hsrppunjab.com to guide the vehicle owners for any query in this regard. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Punjab | Grant Of Consent To Establish (Cte)/ Consent To Operate (Cto) To Green Category Industries Across In Punjab On The Basis Of Self-Certification To Promote Ease Of Doing Business | 23-05-2020 | The Punjab Government has decided to grant Consent to Establish (CTE)/ Consent to Operate ( CTO) to green category industries across the state on the basis of self-certification to promote ease of doing business curtailing average timeline of 21 days to only one day by granting CTEs/CTOs to industries under Green Category on the same day i.e., on the day of filing the application on the online portal. The service has already been made available to the industries by Punjab Pollution Control Board by starting the auto grant of said clearances. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Himachal Pradesh | Himachal Pradesh Issues Sop For Movement Of Travellers By Domestic Flights And Trains To The State Of Himachal Pradesh | 23-05-2020 | The Himachal Pradesh State Disaster Management Authority vide letter dated 23rd May 2020 has issued Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for travellers by Domestic Air and Train to the state of Himachal Pradesh. The Key points of the SOP are: - 1. Arogya Setu app is a must for travellers. 2. Social distancing norms to be followed strictly. 3. Thermal screening to be done at entry point. 4. Air ticket, valid boarding pass and confirmed train ticket will be a valid document for passengers to travel beyond the airport / station after de-boarding. 5. Passengers coming from Red zones will have to mandatorily go under institutional quarantine. Passengers from other zones to be kept under home quarantine. Please download the document for a detailed read. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Karnataka | Karnataka Government Exempts All Factories From Labour Law Provisions On Working Hours On Weekly And Daily Basis For Three Months Till 21 August. | 22-05-2020 | The Karnataka Government has issued vide notification dated 22nd of May 2020 allowing Factories to extend working hours up to 10 hours a day and 60 hours a week till August 21, 2020. The notification further states that no adult worker shall be allowed or required to work in a factory for more than ten hours in any day and sixty hours in any week. Provisions regarding overtime wages shall continue to be applicable without any change. | Mandatory | Manufacturing | 21-08-2020 |
| Kerala | Kerala Government Issues Covid 19 Health Advisory For Drivers, Crew And Passengers Of Taxis And Interstate Vehicles | 22-05-2020 | The Government of Kerala has issued a Covid 19 Health Advisory for drivers, crew and passengers of taxis and interstate vehicles in order to reduce the risk of transmission of Covid among the drivers and passengers. Please refer to the attached document to view the advisory in detail. | Mandatory | Transport Services | No end date has been specified |
| Karnataka | Karnataka Department Of Health And Family Welfare Issues Standars Operating Procedures For Inter State Passengers To Karnataka | 22-05-2020 | Karnataka Department of Health and Family Welfare has issued the standard operating procedures for guidance for persons entering Karnataka from other states at various check posts, airports and seaports. These include health screening, tests, isolation and quarantine on a need basis of the passengers. Please refer to the attached SOP for a detailed read. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Kerala | Covid-19 Health Advisory For Drivers, Crew And Passengers Of Taxis And Interstate Vehicles | 22-05-2020 | In order to reduce the risk of transmission of COVID among the drivers and passengers, the following advisory is issued - Drivers & crew: 1. The drivers and crew (conductors, cleaners and helpers) shall wear three-layer mask mandatorily while travelling and in public places. 2. Drivers and crew shall wash hands with soap and water or use hand sanitizer frequently, especially before and after getting in and out of the vehicle. 3. The passengers shall always be seated on the rear seat of the taxi and not in the front seat. 4. The driver shall instruct the passengers to cover their nose and mouth with face mask throughout the journey. Those who da not cover the nose and mouth properly shall not be allowed to enter the vehicle. 5. Always maintain social distancing with pasengers and guests (mimimum one metre) as far as possible. 6. Avoid contact with hand baggage and personal items of passengers, request the passengers to handle the same. If unavoidable, immediately clean hands with soap and water or alcohol-based hand rub after handling the baggage. 7. Passenger transporting vehicles (taxis) are advised to have transparent separation (polycarbon sheet or such material) between the front row having drivers seat and the back seats. 8. Driver shall not use AC and drive with the windows open to ensure free air circulation inside the vehicle. 9. Driver shall provide hand sanitizer in the vehicle and dispense the same to the hands of all travelers before entering the vehicle. 10. Consumption of eafables inside the vehicle shall be prohibited. 11. If driver develops flu-like symptoms (fever, cough, cold, throaf pain, etc.) he/she shall call DISHA helpline 0471-2552056 or 1056 to know the nearest health facility to report to for assisfance. 12. Avoid touching commonly touched surfaces like railings, door handles etc as far as possible. 13. Avoid touching face, lips, nose, eyes, etc. 14. Avoid physical touch greetings with other persons like handshakes, hugging etc. 15. Enquire about the health status of the crew/passengers present on the journey, if anyone has flu-like symptoms they should call DISHA for further guidance. 1 6.Sick persons should be transported via ambulance. 17. Drivers shall keep a log book with the name, place and phone number of passengers travelling every day. 18. Co-drivers, conductors and cleaners shall also practice the measures described above. 19. Clean and disinfect the vehicle after each journey (using 1% bleach solution, Lysol / Silvox / ecoshield etc). Keep the windows open to ensure that the vehicle is dry before the next journey. Passengers: 1. Passengers should ensure that they are not having fever, cough, sorethoroat or other respiratory symptoms before the journey. Symptomatic persons should not travel. 2. The passengers shall wear masks properly at all times during the journey. 3. The pasengers shall sanitize hands each time while entering or exiting the vehicle as well as frequently while travelling. 4. The passengers are advised to carry extra masks and sanitizers along with the them during the journey 5. If any passenger develops symptoms, he/she shall contact DISHA/concerned state help line phone numbers for guidance on seeking health care. He/she should be provided a separate seat towards the corner of the vehicle. 6. The pasengers shall maintain social distancing while boarding and disembarking large passenger vehicles. 7. Passengers shall carry minimum luggage and handle their baggage themselves as far as possible. 8. Passengers are advised to bring only one person to see off or receive them | Advisory | Public transport | No end date has been specified |
| Central | Rbi Extends Time Limits For Settlement Of Normal Imports Payment | 22-05-2020 | RBI has extended the time period for completion of remittances against such normal imports (except in cases where amounts are withheld towards guarantee of performance etc.) from six months to twelve months from the date of shipment for such imports made on or before July 31, 2020. Authorised Dealer Category -I to inform their constituents. | Mandatory | Importers | 31-07-2021 |
| Central | Rbi Relaxes Voluntary Retention Route For Foreign Portfolio Investors Investment In Debt | 22-05-2020 | RBI allows Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPI) that have been allotted investment limits, between January 24, 2020 (the date of reopening of allotment of investment limits) and April 30, 2020, an additional time of three months to invest 75% of their CPS. For FPIs availing the additional time, the retention period for the investments (committed by them at the time of allotment of investment limit) would be reset to commence from the date that the FPI invests 75% of CPS. These directions are without prejudice to permissions/ approvals, if any, required under any other law. | Mandatory | Foreign Portfolio Investors | 31-07-2020 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | All Non-Essential Entries From Sonari (Assam) Into Longing Is Banned | 22-05-2020 | In order to contain the spread of COVID-19 in Longding District in Arunachal Pradesh, the following directions have been passed for strict compliance - 1. Unauthorised entry of labourers/construction workers/businessmen/salesman etc. into Longding District is strictly prohibited. 2. Inter-State entry of persons without valid movement pass into Longding District will not be allowed. 3. No movement pass will be issued to any individual for travel to Assam and back except medical emergency cases with referral from MO concerned. 4. However, movement for essential services will be allowed for which movement pass is to be obtained from DC's Office, Longding/ADC's office, Kanubari. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Chhattisgarh | Standard Operating Procedure (Sop) To Be Followed By Passengers Coming To Chhattisgarh Via Domestic Flights And Normal Trains From Other States | 22-05-2020 | The Chhattisgarh Government recently issued a Direction dated May 22, 2020 regarding Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) to be followed by passengers coming to Chhattisgarh via domestic flights and normal trains from other states. It also provides a link http://epass.cgcovid19.in for people to register themselves who want to return to Chhattisgarh. It also states that such people returning will have to be quarantined whether at home or paid quarantined or official quarantined. Further, it lists the arrangements at the airport, railway station along with transportation arrangements. | Mandatory | All persons coming to Chhattisgarh via domestic flights and normal trains | No end date specified |
| Mizoram | Government Of Mizoram Issues Directions To Be Followed By All Persons Entering The State Through Lengpui Airport | 22-05-2020 | The Government of Mizoram has mandated all persons returning to the state through Lengpui Airport to abide by the following rules - i. Intimate flight and ticket details to the resident representative of the Government of Mizoram in the proforma in Annexure I. ii. Obtain movement permit from the Home Department, Mizoram iii. Persons arriving at Lengpui Airport to undergo mandatory screening for COVID symptoms and Rapid Antibody test iv. All persons arriving in the state to undergo mandatory quarantine for 14 days v. All passengers to certify their health status through the Arogya Setu app or through self declaration in Annexure 2. Please refer to Page 61 of the attached document for a detailed read. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Manufacturers Of Ppe Coveralls Can Get Themselves Registered On The Cdsco Online Portal | 22-05-2020 | The Central Drugs Standers Control Organization vide its notification dated 22nd May 2020 has directed the manufacturer of medical devices including PPE coveralls to get themselves registered voluntarily on the CDSCO medical device online portal cdscomdonline.gov.in. and to secure a registration number from CDSCO which shall be a benchmark for their quality management system. | Advisory | Manufacturer of medical devices including PPE coveralls | No end date specified |
| Madhya Pradesh | Covid State Fever Clinic Information | 22-05-2020 | In a Notification dated 22nd May, 2020 the Madhya Pradesh Government has issued an Order related to publicity of fever / flu clinics established under Covid-19. For prevention of the spread of the coronavirus, it is necessary to identify the initial symptoms of the virus and start the treatment process without delay. Information about the fever / flu clinics established in the district has been made available to at the state level. Accordingly, the information regarding all medical colleges affiliated hospitals, district hospitals, civil hospitals, private hospitals, clinics, urban primary health centers, sanjeevani clinics and civil dispensaries in urban areas and community health centers and primary health centers in rural areas operate fever / flu clinics should reach as many people as possible and they can take timely and maximum benefit of this health facility, Further, the information should be passed through various communication channels. For a detailed read of the Order, please refer to the attached document. | Advisory | Healthcare | No end date specified |
| Tripura | Tripura Exempts Factories In Tripura From Following Provisions Relating To Weekly And Hours, Interval Of Rest And Spreadover Specified Under The Factories Act, 1948 With Conditions For The Next 3 Months | 21-05-2020 | The Government of Tripura has exempted factories in Tripura from following provisions relating to weekly and hours, interval of rest and spreadover specified under the Factories Act, 1948 for the next 3 months subject to the below mentioned conditions - i. Adult workers are not to be required to work more than 12 hours a day and 72 hours in a week. ii. The periods of work are to be fixed each day, with no period exceeding 6 hours, after which workers are to be given rest for atleast half an hour. iii. No female workers is to be required to work between 7pm and 6am. iv. Salary/wages are to be in proportion of the existing rate The Government has also increased the threshold of the number of workers under the definition of 'Factory' from 10 to 20, with the aid of power and 20 to 40, without the aid of power. | Mandatory | Manufacturing industries | 21-08-2020 |
| Central | Home Secretary, Government Of India, Requests All State (Chief Secretaries) And Union Territories (Administrators) To Ensure Implementation Of Measures Mandated By The Mha Guidelines At All Levels | 21-05-2020 | The Home Secretary, Government of India (Home Secretary) through DO Letter [No. 40-10/2020-DM-I(A)] dated 21st May, 2020 has requested all the respective State (Chief Secretaries) and Union Territories (Administrators) to ensure that all measures that have been mandated by the MHA guidelines are adhered to at all levels. This letter has been issued in light of the various media reports and other sources regarding the violations in the implementation of MHA guidelines. Some of the specific points for special consideration are as follows: i. National Directives for COVID-19 management to be followed throughout the country; ii. Proper delineation and demarcation of containment zones; iii. Effective implementation of containment measures within these zones; iv. States to decide and issue guidelines (in accordance with the MHA guidelines) on activities prohibited or allowed with restrictions, and ensure strict implementation of such guidelines; and v. ensure that local authorities issue orders in the entirety of their jurisdiction for imposition of night curfew/ prohibition on all non-essential activities between 7 pm and 7 am. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Karnataka | Karnataka Department Of Health And Family Welfare Issues Standars Operating Procedures For International Returnees To The State | 21-05-2020 | Karnataka Department of Health and Family Welfare has issued the standard operating procedures for guidance for international returnees to Karnataka. These include health screening, tests, isolation and quarantine on a need basis of the passengers. Please refer to the attached SOP for a detailed read. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Karnataka | Karnataka Issues Revised Laboratory Testing Protocol | 21-05-2020 | Karnataka Department of Health and Family Welfare has issued revised guidelines for COVID testing protocols for laboratories. The protocol calls out the timeline for testing of individuals who have undertaken international travel, been in contact with confirmed COVID positive cases, health care workers involved in mitigation and containment of COVID, patients of SARI, ILI patients from containment and buffer zones, inter-state returnees/migrants. The districts sending samples to various labs need to ensure that the samples are collected and sent in different boxes labelled according to the categories of individuals from whom the sample is being taken. | Mandatory | Healthcare | No end date specified |
| Meghalaya | List Of Hospitals Designated For Covid-19 Suspect And Infected Cases | 21-05-2020 | The Meghalaya Government has issued a list of hospitals that are specifically designated to handle COVID-19 cases. List of the cases are in attached doc/link. | Mandatory | Healthcare | No end date specified |
| Sikkim | Sop For Screening Of The Passenger At The Check Post | 21-05-2020 | The Sikkim Government has issued a SOP for Screening of the passenger at the check post. Among other things it provides for hygiene and screening procedures, registrations, quarantine measures and more. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Immunization Services During And Post Covid-19 Outbreak | 21-05-2020 | The Ministry of Health & Family has issued a guideline for carrying out general immunisation services. The guideline lays out the delivery method, outreach and other particulars to be followed by healthcare providers. | Mandatory | Healthcare | No end date specified |
| Central | Cdsco Issues List Of Approved Covid-19 Testing Kit Providers | 21-05-2020 | The Central Drugs Standard Control Organization has issued a list of companies that are permitted to make Rapid / CLIA / ELISA COVID-19 testing kits. Details provided in the link. | Mandatory | Pharmaceutical, Healthcare | No end date specified |
| Central | Cdsco Issues List Of Approved Covid-19 Pcr Testing Kit Providers | 21-05-2020 | The Central Drugs Standard Control Organization has issued a list of companies that are permitted to make PCR COVID-19 testing kits. Details provided in the link. | Mandatory | Pharmaceutical, Healthcare | No end date specified |
| Dadra And Nagar Haveli | The Collectorate Of Dadra And Nagar Haveli Grants Permission To Operate Offices, Workplaces, Factories And Establishments Under Certain Conditions. | 21-05-2020 | The Collectorate of Dadra and Nagar Haveli, by an order dated 21-05-2020, granted permission to operate offices, workplaces, factories and establishments under certain conditions. 1. The industries shall work only with the labours and employees in Dadra and Nagar Haveli. 2. All common areas should be disinfected completely using user friendly disinfectant mediums. 3. For workers coming from outside the industrial units campus, special transportation should be provided with prior approval. The vehicles should be allowed to work only with 30-40%. 4. Vehicles and machineries entering should be disinfected. 5. Medical insurance for workers is mandatory. 6. Provision for hand wash and hand sanitizers must be made. 7. Meetings of 10 or more people should be discouraged. Seating should be at least 6 feet away. 8. Not more than 2/4 persons will be allowed in lifts or hoists. 9. Use of staircase for climbing should be encouraged 10. Hospitals/clinics in the nearby areas which are authorized to treat COVID -19 patients should be identified and listed. 11. Addition or re-enforcement of workforce has to be duly informed. 12. An incident management team should be set up. 13. Biometric attendance system should be withheld 14. Thermal scanning should be practiced. 15. Arogya Setu app should be installed. 16. Face masks should be provided to all workers and ensured that it is worn at all times. 17. Wearing of face cover/ mask is compulsory in workplaces. 18. Sufficient provisions have to be made for frequent hand washing and supply of soap/ hand wash and sanitizers to be provided for all the workers. 19. Cleaning and sanitizing should be done at least 3 times a day. 20. Industry should ensure a gap of one hour between shifts. There should not be any overlapping shifts. 21. The vehicle used for the purpose of transportation of worker should be parked inside the premises. 22. Industrial workers residing in nearby areas will be allowed to go to the industries by walk, however maintaining social distancing. 23. Maintain minimum footfall in the factory. 24. Large meetings are prohibited. 25. If meetings are unavoidable, maximum 5 person at a gap of 6 feet from each other should be maintained. 26. Each industry should have a designated area for isolation of a symptomatic worker. 27. Symptomatic workers should be advised to stay at home. 28. Spitting and chewing tobacco is prohibited . 29. Intensive communication and training on good hygiene practices should be provided. 30. All payments of wages to be paid by the 5th of every month. 31. Necessary should be submitted. 32. Industries which falls in containment zone shall be treated as suspended. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Karnataka | Movement Of People Across Districts In Karnataka | 21-05-2020 | In view of more relaxations for the movement of people & exemptions to many economic activities, the restrictions on inter-district movement of people has been revisited by the Government. It has now been decided that there will be no inter-district check-posts for health screening in Karnataka. Any health screening for passengers travelling in public transport (buses & trains) will be done at the origin of the journey and all those passengers found asymptomatic will be allowed to travel. Those who are found symptomatic should be taken to fever clinics for further examination. The agencies running public transport (KSRTC & others, Indian Railways, Private bus operators) should ensure health screening of passengers before the start of journey. There will be no health screening of passengers travellimng by private vehicles across districts in Karnataka. | Mandatory | Public transport | No end date has been specified |
| Karnataka | Sop For Hair-Cutting Salons And Parlours | 21-05-2020 | In view of ongoing COVID 19 pandemic, the following advisory is issued: 1. Person with fever, cold, cough and throat pain shall NOT be allowed inside 2. Persons without face masks (clients and staff) shall not be allowed inside. 3. Hand sanitizers shall be made available at entry. 4. All Staff shall wear face mask, head cover and apron at all times and compulsorily. 5. Disposable towel/paper sheet shall be used for each client 6. All equipments shall be sanitised after each use on a client using 7% Lysol for 30 minutes. It is advised to have multiple sets while one set is disinfected and other can be used. 7. Staff should sanitise their hands after every haircut. 8. Appointments or token system to be adopted to stagger clients entry. 9. Adequate spacing (at least 1 metre) shall be maintained for seating 10. All common areas, floors, lifts, lounge / area, staircase, and handrails must be disinfected with 1% sodium hypochlorite solution (minimum twice daily) 11.Carpets and floor area shall be cleaned frequently -2- 12.Sharp waste which includes blades, disposable razors etc shall be collected in puncture proof, leak proof white container with 1% sodium hypochlorite solution. The container once 3/4th filled shall be handed over to biomedical waste disposal agency 13.Display Posters at the entrance about cough etiquette and social distancing. Kindly visit https://karunadu.karnataka.gov.in/hfw for more details 14.All staff and helpers shall be educated to use face masks and cough etiquette, if they are found to be symptomatic for COVID 19, they shall be immediately referred to fever clinic or to call Apthamitra helpline 14410. They shall not enter the premises till complete recovery. | Mandatory | Salons | No end date has been specified |
| Andhra Pradesh | Guidelines For Receiving, Testing And Institutional Quarantine Of Persons Coming From Other States And From Abroad | 21-05-2020 | All the persons coming by buses with proper permission from AP can be allowed to go to the concerned district reception centre with proper intimation to the DRC with police assistance. All the persons coming by buses without permission from AP and only with permision from the originating State, their details need to be uploaded in the SPANDANA mobile application and then only be allowed to go to the District Reception Centre. The details of all persons coming by personal vehicles or walk shall be recorded in the SPANDANA mobile app and send to the nearest facility identified to accommodate such persons. These persons need to be tested for COVID-19 as per the protocol given by HM & FW department. Similarly, the people coming by special trains and Shramik trains run by Railways need to be sent to the District Reception Centre. | Mandatory | Public transport | No end date has been specified |
| Central | Office Memorandum Directing Manufacturers/Importers/Suppliers Of N95 Masks To Maintain Parity In Prices | 21-05-2020 | In the wake of the prevailing situation due to COVID-19, the Government is striving to ensure uninterrupted supply of N-95 masks in adequate quantity primarily for the health workers. For this, the Government is procuring largest chunk of the N-95 masks directly from the manufacturers/importers/suppliers at bulk rates ex-factory prices. However, it has been noticed that other procurers (non government entities) are getting N-95 masks at differential prices. Thus, in order to ensure availaibility of these masks at affordable prices, this Office Memorandum has directed the manufacturers/importers/suppliers of N95 masks to maintain parity in prices for non-government procurements and to make available the same at reasonable prices. | Advisory | Manufacturers/importers/suppliers of N95 masks | No end date has been specified |
| Gujarat | Gujarat Government Issues Additional Guidelines For Lockdown 4 To Be Effective Till 31St Of May 2020 | 21-05-2020 | In the wake of the prevailing situation due to COVID-19, the the Government of Gujarat has issued additional guidelines on 19th May 2020 on the on top of the original order dated 18th May 2020. | Mandatory | All | 31-05-2020 |
| Haryana | The Office Of The District Magistrate In Rewari, Haryana Has Issued Fresh Lockdown Guidelines To Be Followed Till The 31St Of May 2020 | 21-05-2020 | The Office of the District Magistrate in Rewari, Haryana has issued fresh lockdown guidelines to be followed till the 31st of May 2020. Please refer attached document for details | Mandatory | All | 31-05-2020 |
| Central | Fssai Issues Directions Regarding Display Of "Date Of Manufacturing" & "Best Before Date" In Case Of Sweets | 21-05-2020 | In view of the disruption and lockdown due to Covid 19 pandemic in the country, FSSAI has decided to extend the date of enforcement for display of "Date of Manufacturing" & "Best Before date of non packaged/loose sweets on their container/tray at the outlet for sale from 1st June 2020 to 1st August 2020. | Mandatory | Food Business | 01-08-2020 |
| Central | Ministry Of Civil Aviation Issues Guidelines To Be Followed By Passengers And Major Stakeholders During Air Travel | 21-05-2020 | Pursuant to Ministry of Home Affairs, (Govt. of India) Order dated 20th May 2020, allowing recommencement of domestic air travel from 25th May, 2020, the Ministry of Civil Aviation has issued General instructions; Guidelines to be followed by passengers; and Specific Operating Guidelines for major stakeholders (Airlines, Airport Operators, Ground Handling Agencies, etc.) General: i. On commencement, limited operations (about 1/3rd) would be permitted; ii. Further augmentation of flights to be done in a calibrated manner; iii. Vulnerable persons, such as the elderly, pregnant ladies, passengers with health issues are advised to avoid air travel; iv. No physical check-in at airport counters would be done. Only those passengers with confirmed web check-in shall be allowed to enter the airport; v. Airlines to adhere to the lower and upper limits of fares prescribed by the Ministry during the COVID-19 pandemic; vi. A self-declaration / Aarogya Setu App status (for compatible device) would also be obtained that the passenger is free of COVID-19 symptoms; (Note: Passengers with "Red" status in Aarogya Setu App would not be permitted to travel) vii. Passengers will be required to wear the protective gear (Face mask); viii. The airlines shall not provide meal services on board; ix. Cabin crew required to be in full protective suit; x. Only one check-in bag will be allowed; xi. No newspaper or magazines shall be provided on board by the airlines; x. Use of baggage trolleys to be minimised; xi. Passengers to report at least two hours before departure time; x. Airlines to furnish the passengers manifest to the State / Union Territory Governments as per requirement; Detailed guidelines to be followed by passengers: These guidelines have been divided into four parts consisting of the following: i. 'Origin to airport' which includes steps like: a. Passengers to familiarize themselves about the new procedures at the airport, especially about social distancing, minimum touch, baggage limitations, b. Passengers to ensure wearing of protective gear and continue to wear the mask during the journey; c. Passengers staying inside containment zone to not travel; also whoever has tested positive for COVID-19 to not travel; d. Passengers to provide/ certify status of health through Aarogya Setu app or a self-declaration form (Boarding pass shall be issued only after obtaining the declaration from the passenger; ii. 'At the airport' which includes steps like: a. Passengers to adhere to social distancing which would be specified at the airports through markings like circle, square or tensor barrier as specified at the airport to be used by the passenger; b. Passengers to complete check-in procedure and baggage drop of at least 60 minutes before departure; c. While going around F&B, retail outlets, etc, passengers should maintain hygiene and should be aware of the social distancing and locations where sanitizers would be available; d. Passengers to dispose of all bio hazardous material like used masks, gloves, tissues etc. in the yellow coloured disposable bins/ bags placed at strategic locations at the airport; e. Collect safety kit (three layered surgical masks, face shield and sanitizer) from the airlines near the boarding gate. Passengers to wear masks, face shield and sanitize their hands before proceeding to the boarding gate for scanning of the boarding pass; iii. 'In the aircraft' which includes steps such as: a. Hygiene and sanitation to be maintained by passengers throughout the flight; minimization of face to face interactions; b. Passengers to minimize use of lavatory and avoid any non-essential movement in the aisles; c. Passengers not allowed to consume any eatables inside the aircraft during the flight; d. If passenger feels uncomfortable, fatigued or have cough, it should be brought to the notice of the crew for handling the passenger; iv. 'From airport to destination' which includes steps like: a. Sequential disembarkation, where passengers are advised to follow instructions and not rush to the exit gate; b. Social distancing/ sanitation should be maintained at the arrival gate, aerobridges, coaches, jet ladders, ramps etc. c. Transit passengers not allowed to come out of the transit area; d. On arrival at the destination, travelling passengers will have to adhere to such health protocols as prescribed by the destination State/ Union Territory. Measures to be taken by Airlines: Airlines to make arrangements to minimize the risk of transmission of COVID-19. i. Pre-Departure: a. Disseminate information regarding precautionary measures to be taken by passengers; b. Airlines to train / educate their staff and the staff of the ground handlers about the various measures that need to be taken; c. Aircrafts to be sanitized after every trip and at the end of the day, as per protocols prescribed by the DGCA; d. All tickets to be sold electronically; ii. Arrival at the airport: a. Inform the passenger that the reporting time at the airport is at least two hours before the scheduled time of departure. b. Ensure that all their staff is adequately trained about the various protective measures c. The body temperature of each passenger to be taken. Symptomatic passengers should not be allowed to enter the airport. Passengers denied travel due high temperature or age to be permitted to change their date of travel without penalty. Airlines to keep all such records. iii. Baggage Drop Facilities: a. Airlines should provide enough number of counters to facilitate easy baggage drop by the passengers; b. Frontline staff to wear mandatory Protective gear at aII counters and ensure safe distance while accepting baggage. c. Only one hand baggage and one piece of checked-in baggage (20 kg) to be permitted in initial phase; d. The baggage drop procedure to be completed at least 60 minutes before departure; At the Boarding Gate: a. Airlines to make¬ announcements at the waiting area and educate the passengers; b. Boarding to commence 60 minutes before departure and gate to close at D-20 minutes; c. The body temperature of each passenger to be taken at the boarding. Symptomatic passengers should not be permitted to board the aircraft d. No passenger to be allowed to board without face mask; e. Airlines should ensure that there is no crowding on the step ladder. The grab rails of the step ladder should be sanitized continuously; Inside the Aircraft: i. Hygiene and sanitation to be maintained by passengers; ii. Hand baggage to be restricted to bare minimum. Storage bins to be closed as soon as full so as to avoid unwarranted touch; iii. Passenger to be advised to minimize use of lavatory and to avoid any nonessential movement in the aisles; iv. There shall be no meal services in the aircraft. Water bottle to be made available in the galley area or on the seats; v. Repeated announcements to be made w-r.t. COVID-I9 safety protocols; vi. There would be no onboard sale of any item to minimize physical contact; vii. Suspension of all on-board sales; General i. Airlines to do health check-up of all crew regularly. ii. All flying crew to be given full protective suits; iii. Strict norms to be put in place to ensue restricted entry of ground staff in the aircraft and particularly the cockpit; iv. If any crew or other staff comes in contact ofCOVID-19 patient or exposed to possible infection, the APHO at the airport to be contacted. Airport operation and Health officials to have well defined processes to handle COVID-19 positive cases or any other health emergency; Measures to be taken at the Airports The Airport operators shall make all arrangements to ensure that the risk of transmission of COVID-l9 virus is minimized. Social distancing measures shall be enforced for the passengers at the airports. The airport operators shall take adequate sanitization measures. At Airport entry: i. Only passengers with departures in the next four hours or less to be allowed inside the airport: ii. Prominently display the precautionary measures that need to be taken by all staff and passengers; iii. Passengers & staff showing any symptoms, Aarogya Setu App not showing "green' are not to be allowed to enter the terminal building; iv. Mats / carpet soaked with bleach (Sodium Hypochlorite solution) to be placed at entrance for disinfecting shoes; Inside the terminal building: i. Ensure social distance markings and separated seating in the forecourt area. ii. Prominently display the precautionary measures that need to be taken by all staff and passengers; iii. Provide a clear transparent glass shield on a pedestal to act as a barrier between passenger / staff and CISF ASG personnel at the entry gates; iv. Social distancing norms for all queues to be strictly adhered to at the entry gate; v. Airports to ensure easy availability of hand sanitizer at all entry points and also to be available at various touch points; vi. Disinfect all surfaces /touch points every 30 minutes like rails near the entry gate etc. vii. All wash rooms to be sanitized continuously; viii. Special bins to be placed for disposal of used material like masks etc. Such waste to be handled and disposed as per the prescribed procedures; Security Hold Area (After Security Check): i. The entry to lounges, Prayer room, Kids play room, smoking room etc. to be highly regulated. No reading material / non-essential loose items to be kept. ii. Prominently display the precautionary measures that need to be taken by all staff and passengers; iii. Passengers to be informed about the precautionary measures through displays, announcements and if required assistance by trained persons; iv. Provide a clear nonparent glass shield on a pedestal to act as a barrier between passenger / staff at the boarding counter. v. Ensure sanitization of the buses used by passengers at regular intervals; Upon Arrival at Destination: i. Ensure social distance markings in arrival gates, aerobridges, coaches, step ladders, ramps. Availability of hand sanitizers at exit points of aerobridge before baggage collection area. ii. Take measures to avoid bunching of passengers and travellators; iii. Transit passengers not to be allowed to come out of transit area For a detailed read, please refer to the corresponding Order (appended) | Mandatory | Transportation and storage | Public Transport | No end date specified |
| Maharashtra | Government Of Maharashtra Adds Nagpur Municipal Corporation Under The Red Zone List Under The Lockdown 4.0 Guidelines | 21-05-2020 | The Government of Maharashtra has through a notification dated 21st May, 2020 amended the Lockdown 4.0 Guidelines within the state and added the Nagpur Municipal Corporation as a Red Zone area with the state. | Mandatory | All | 31-05-2020 |
| Central | Nppa Directs Manufacturers/Importers/ Suppliers Of N-95 Masks To Maintain Parity In Prices For Non Governmental Procurements | 21-05-2020 | Due to disparity in the prices at which non governmental entities are procuring N-95 masks, the NPPA has directed all manufacturers/importers/suppliers of N-95 masks to maintain parity in prices for non governmental procurements and to make the same available at reasonable prices. It has also warned against the hoarding, blackmarketing and high pricing of N-95 masks. | Mandatory | N-95 mask manufacturers/importers/suppliers | No end date specified |
| Lakshadweep | Government Of Lakshadweep Issues Standard Operating Procedures For Inter State Passengers To Odisha | 21-05-2020 | Government of Lakshadweep has issued the standard operating procedures for guidance for persons entering Odisha from other states at various check posts, airports and seaports. These include health screening, tests, isolation and quarantine on a need basis of the passengers. Please refer to the attached SOP for a detailed read. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Cabinet Has Given Its Approval For The Special Liquidity Scheme For Nbfcs/Hfcs To Address Their Liquidity Stress. | 20-05-2020 | The Government has proposed a framework for addressing the liquidity constraints of Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) and Housing Finance Companies (HFCs) through a Special Liquidity Scheme. An SPV would be set up to manage a Stressed Asset Fund (SAF) whose special securities would be guaranteed by the Government of India and purchased by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) only. The proceeds of sale of such securities would be used by the SPV to acquire short-term debt of NBFCs/HFCs. The Scheme will be administered by the Department of Financial Services, which will issue the detailed guidelines. | Advisory | NBFC/HFC | No end date specified |
| Central | Sebi Issues Advisory On Disclosure Of Financial Impact Of Covid-19 On Listed Entities. They Will Be Required To Update Sebi With Impact On Profitability, Financial And Capital Resources, Liquidity Position And Assets, Supply Chain, Including Others. | 20-05-2020 | The Advisory issued by SEBI provides for the following actionables for the listed entities: A. To evaluate the impact of the pandemic on the business, performance and financials- 1. The evaluation to be made both qualitatively and quantitatively, as per the policy framed by the entities; 2. The person responsible for such determination shall be the person(s) authorised by the Board or as mentioned in the policy; B. To disseminate the following information through stock exchanges: 1. Impact of the pandemic on the business; 2. Ability to maintain operations including factories/ units/ office spaces functioning and closed down; 3. Schedule, if any for restarting the operations; 4. Steps taken to ensure smooth functioning of the operations; 5. Estimation of future impact on the operations; 6. Details of impact of Covid-19 on the listed entitys a. capital and financial resources; b. profitability; c. liquidity position; d. ability to service debt and other financing arrangements; e. assets; f. internal financial reporting and control; g. supply chain h. demand for its products/services; 7. Existing contracts/agreements where non-fulfilment of the obligations by any party will have significant impact on the listed entitys business; Any other information as the entity may determine to be relevant and material; C. To specify/ include the impact of the pandemic on the financial statements. | Advisory | Listed entities | No end date specified |
| Central | Mha Exempts Domestic Air Travel From List Of Prohibited Activities During Lockdown | 20-05-2020 | The Ministry of Home Affairs has through an Order dated 20th May 2020 removed domestic air travel from the list of prohibited activities during the ongoing nationwide lockdown. The Order also stated that the detailed guidelines for operation of airports and air travel of passengers will be issued by the Civil Aviation Ministry. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Himachal Pradesh | All Hospitalised Patients Who Develop Ili Symptoms To Be Tested For Covid-19 | 20-05-2020 | The National Health Commission of Himachal Pradesh has introduced the revised strategy for COVID-19 testing in India as received from the Indian Council of Medical Research. As per the revised strategy, all hospitalised patients who develop ILI symptoms i.e., acute respiratory infection with fever > 38 degrees Celsius AND cough, are to be tested for COVID-19, however, there is to be no delay of emergency procedures (including deliveries) for lack of tests. The samples of these tests can be sent for testing in case it is indicated as a COVID suspect. All testing is required to be done in real time RT-PCR test only. | Mandatory | Healthcare | No end date specified |
| Dadra And Nagar Haveli | District Magistrate Of Dadra And Nagar Haveli Redefines Containment Areas As Building D (Shreenathji Park) | 20-05-2020 | District Magistrate of Dadra and Nagar Haveli has redefined the containment zone as Building D (Shreenathji Park, KadadFaliya) owing to a COVID-19 positive case reported therefrom which makes it the epicenter. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Jammu And Kashmir | Draft Guidelines For Restarting The Manufacturing Units During Lockdown | 20-05-2020 | Jammu & Kashmir Government has issued guidelines for restarting the manufacturing units during lockdown. In addition to the guidelines issued by the MHA, J&K specifies the further conditions to comply with before starting. | Mandatory | Manufacturing | No end date specified |
| Central | Securities And Exchange Board Of India Has Released An Advisory On Disclosure Of Material Impact Of Covid19 Pandemic On Listed Entities Under Sebi (Listing Obligations And Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015(Lodr) | 20-05-2020 | Securities and Exchange Board of India has released an Advisory on disclosure of material impact of COVID19 pandemic on listed entities under SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015(LODR) Listed entities should endeavour to ensure that all investors have access to timely, adequate and updated information. Towards this end, entities are encouraged to evaluate the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on their business, performance and financials, both qualitatively and quantitatively, to the extent possible and disseminate the same. An illustrative list of information that listed entities may consider disclosing, subject to the application of materiality, is given below: 1. Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the business; 2. Ability to maintain operations including the factories/units/office spaces functioning and closed down; 3. Schedule, if any, for restarting the operations; 4. Steps taken to ensure smooth functioning of operations; 5. Estimation of the future impact of CoVID-19 on its operations; 6. Details of impact of CoVID-19 on listed entitys- I. capital and financial resources; II. profitability; III. liquidity position; IV. ability to service debt and other financing arrangements; V. assets; VI. internal financial reporting and control; VII. supply chain; VIII. demand for its products/services; 7. Existing contracts/agreements where non-fulfilment of the obligations by any party will have significant impact on the listed entitys business; 8. Other relevant material updates about the listed entitys business. The above list is only illustrative and not exhaustive. Further, to have continuous information about the impact of CoVID-19 on operations, listed entities may provide regular updates, as and when there are material developments | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Faq On Reduction In Statutory Rate Of Epf Contribution From 12% To 10% | 20-05-2020 | The Employees Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) responds to a couple of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding the reduction in statutory rate of EPF contribution from 12% to 10% . Some of the questions include: 1.What is revised rate of EPF contribution announced by the Central Govt. under Atmanirbhar Bharat package? 2.What is the objective of reduction in rate of contributions? 3.Are exempted establishments eligible for reduced rate of contribution? 4.How does the reduced rate of contributions help the employees and employer? For a better understanding of the responses please refer to the attached document. | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Jharkhand | Jharkhand State Order Relating To Lockdown 4.0 | 19-05-2020 | The Jharkhand government on Monday permitted industrial units to resume operations, opening of retail liquor stores and book and hardware shops in non-containment zones in the fourth phase of the coronavirus lockdown. The state government has allowed opening of godowns, warehouses, shops selling hardware, construction-related items, stationery, retail outlets of telecom companies and service centres of mobiles. Shops selling TV, IT-related products like computers and consumer electrical products like refrigerators, air conditioners, air coolers have also been allowed to open in the state, except in municipal corporation areas. Private offices, e-commerce (both essential and non-essential), retail liquor shops, intra-district and inter-district movement of taxies on hire is also permitted in the lockdown. | Mandatory | All | 31-05-2020 |
| Maharashtra | Maharashtra Government Extends Statewide Lockdown Till 31St May, 2020 | 19-05-2020 | The Government of Maharashtra through an order dated 19th May, 2020 has extended the state wide lockdown till 31st May, 2020 conveying new guidelines to contain spread of COVID-19 to be read in conjunction with the MHA guidelines dated 17th May, 2020. Please go through the extension order for details. | Mandatory | All | 31-05-2020 |
| Haryana | Haryana Issues Standard Operating Procedures For Organisations And Industries Resuming Operations | 19-05-2020 | The Government of Haryana has issued Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for organisations to strictly abide by when resuming operations. Some of these include - i. Deep cleaning an sanitisation of premises and maintenance of purchase orders and records of chemicals/materials used for disinfection. ii. Display of GOI approved guidelines to identify COVID symptoms and precautionary measures iii. No overlap shifts iv. Daily temperature scans and doing away with biometric attendance systems v. Mandatory use of face masks vi. Prohibition of use of gutka and tobacco vii. Investing in automatic doors and sanitiser dispensers viii. Usage of split/window ACs as opposed to central airconditioning Please refer to the attached SOP for a detailed read. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Maharashtra | Sop For Carrying Out Inspections By Regional And Sub-Regional Officers Of Pollution Control Board | 19-05-2020 | The Maharashtra Pollution Control Board has issued an SOP to be followed by its officers in carrying out inspections of polluting industries. Details provided in the documents. | Mandatory | Manufacturing | No end date specified |
| Andhra Pradesh | All Units Functional Before Lockdown To Come Under Restart In Andhra Pradesh | 19-05-2020 | The Andhra Pradesh State government, which has extended support to industrial sector especially Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in wake of COVID-19 crisis, issued guidelines for the ReSTART programme vide G.O.R.T no 104 dated 19th May, 2020. All MSME/large/mega units, which were functional before the lockdown, i.e before February 2020 and previously, will be eligible to avail the benefits under ReSTART. Seasonal units, which are operational during specific seasons during the 2019-20 fiscal, will also be eligible. Those who want to avail the benefits under ReSTART shall apply on or before June 30, 2020. The entrepreneurs can avail this facility by filing their details in the incentive online portal www.apindustries.gov.in/incentives. The industrial units, which have already registered in the portal, can use the same credentials to login to the website. Other or new industries have to register in https://www.apindustries.gov.in/APIndus/UserInterface/SingleWindowServiceaApplication/LoginPortal/Introduction.aspx and furnish the details. | Advisory | MSME/Large/Mega Units | No end date specified |
| Himachal Pradesh | Relaxations In Curfew Timings And Movement Of Vehicles In Lahaul And Spiti Districts Of Himachal Pradesh | 19-05-2020 | Following relaxations have been provided in curfew order in Lahaul and Spiti districts of Himachal Pradesh: i. Relaxation in curfew hours extended from seven to eight hours. The relaxation shall be available between 10 AM to 6 PM till further orders. ii. Inter-state movement of private and Government vehicles shall not require any permit during the curfew relaxation hours (from 10 AM to 6 PM). | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Himachal Pradesh | District Magistrate, Sirmaur, Himachal Pradesh Issues Order Laying Measures For The 4Th Lockdown In The District | 19-05-2020 | The District Magistrate, Sirmaur District, Himachal Pradesh issued Order dated 19th May 2020 laying down measures to be followed during the lockdown till 31st May 2020 in the Sirmaur District, Himachal Pradesh. Key Points: i. SOPs for movement of persons and National Directives for Covid -19 Managements as mentioned by Ministry of Home Affairs shall be followed strictly. ii. Only essential activities will be allowed in containment zones iii. Movement of individuals will be remain prohibited between 7 pm to 7 am. iv. Shops (except market complexes) have been allowed to remain open between 9 am to 5 pm except Monday and social distancing norms to be strictly adhered to. v. On Monday, financial institutions, construction and industrial activities, chemist shops have been allowed to remain open between 7 am to 10 am. | Mandatory | All | 31-05-2020 |
| Central | The Reduction In Statutory Rate Of Epf Contributions From 12% To 10% | 19-05-2020 | The Employees Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has issued a Press Release dated 19th May, 2020 regarding the reduction in statutory rate of contributions from 12% to 10% for wage months May, 2020, June, 2020 and July, 2020 for all class of establishments covered under the Employees Provident Fund and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952 announced on 13.05.2020 as part of Atma-Nirbhar Bharat package. The reduction has been notified on 18th May, 2020. Key Highlights from the Press Release: 1. The reduction of rate of contribution is not applicable to establishments like Central and State Public Sector enterprises or any other establishments owned or controlled by or under control of the Central Govt. or State Govt. 2. The reduced rate is also not applicable for PMGKY beneficiaries. 3. Reduction in rate of EPF contributions from 12% to 10% of basic wages and Dearness allowances is intended to benefit both 4.3 Crore employees/members and employers of 6.5 lakhs establishments to tide over the immediate liquidity crisis to some extent. 4. As a result of reduction in statutory rate of contributions from 12% to 10%, the employee shall have a higher take home pay due to reduction in deduction from his pay on account of EPF contributions and employer shall also have his liability reduced by 2% of wages of his employees. Please refer to the Press Release for a detailed read of the document. | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Analysis Of Activities Permitted Post Mha Guidelines Dated 17Th May, 2020 | 18-05-2020 | This is a State-wise compilation of activities which have been permitted post the MHA Order dated 17th May, 2020 (MHA17MAY) along with State-specific Guidelines for ease of reference. | Mandatory | All | 31-05-2020 |
| West Bengal | Government Of West Bengal Extends Lockdown Till 31St May, 2020 Releases New Guidelines Which Gain Effect From 21St May, 2020 Status Quo As Under Previous Guidelines To Be Maintained Till Then | 18-05-2020 | The Government of West Bengal has through an order dated 18th May, 2020 extended the state wide lockdown till 31st May, 2020. New guidelines have also been brought out in this regard to contain spread of COVID-19 in the State. The new guidelines will gain effect from 21st May, 2020 and till then status quo as under the previous guidelines will be maintained as clarified by the Home Department. Please go through the extension order for more details. | Mandatory | All | 31-05-2020 |
| Karnataka | Karnataka Issues Order Further To Mha'S 4Th Phase Lockdown Order Dated 17.05.2020 Extending Lockdown In State Till 31.5.2020 | 18-05-2020 | The Government of Karnataka through an order dated 17th May, 2020 has extended the state wide lockdown till 31st May, 2020 conveying new guidelines to contain spread of COVID-19 to be read in conjunction with the MHA guidelines dated 17th May, 2020. Please go through the extension order for details. | Mandatory | All | 31-05-2020 |
| Assam | Assam Issues Order Further To Mha'S 4Th Phase Lockdown Order Dated 18.05.2020 Extending Lockdown In State Till 31.5.2020 | 18-05-2020 | The Government of Assam through an order dated 18th May, 2020 has extended the state wide lockdown till 31st May, 2020 conveying new guidelines to contain spread of COVID-19 to be read in conjunction with the MHA guidelines dated 17th May, 2020. Please go through the extension order for details. | Mandatory | All | 31-05-2020 |
| Central | Guidelines On Preventive Measures To Contain Spread Of Covid-19 In Workplace Settings | 18-05-2020 | the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare on Monday issued on guidelines outlining the preventive and response measures to be observed to contain the spread of Covid-19 in workplace settings. According to the Centre's guidelines, the entire office building need not be closed if one or two positive cases are reported there and work can resume after it is disinfected as per protocol. However, if there is a larger outbreak, the entire building will have to be closed for 48 hours after thorough disinfection. All the staff will work from home, till the building is adequately disinfected and is declared fit for re-occupation. It stated that any staff reportedly suffering from a flu-like illness should not attend office and seek medical advice from local health authorities. Such persons, if diagnosed as a suspect or confirmed case of Covid-19 should immediately inform office authorities. Any staff requesting home quarantine based on the containment zone activities in their residential areas should be permitted to work from home. DoPT guidelines with respect to organizing meetings, coordinating visitors shall be scrupulously followed. The high-risk exposure contacts will be quarantined for 14 days and they will follow the guidelines on home quarantine and undergo testing as per ICMR protocol while low-risk exposure contacts shall continue to work and closely monitor their health for next 14 days, the ministry stated in the guidelines. It stated that since offices and other workplaces are relatively close setting with shared spaces like corridors, elevators and stairs, cafeteria, meeting rooms and conference halls, coronavirus infection can spread relatively fast among officials, staff and visitors and as such there is a need to prevent importation of infection in workplace settings and to respond in a timely and effective manner in case a suspect case of COVID-19 is detected in these settings so as to limit the spread of infection. The basic preventive measures include simple public health measures that are to be followed to reduce the risk of infection with COVID-19. These measures need to be observed by all (employees and visitors) at all times. These include: i. The physical distancing of at least one meter to be followed at all times. ii. Use of face covers/masks to be mandatory. iii. Practice frequent hand washing (for at least 40-60 seconds) even when hands are not visibly dirty and use of alcohol-based hand sanitizers (for at least 20 seconds). iv. Respiratory etiquettes to be strictly followed. This involves the strict practice of covering ones mouth and nose while coughing/sneezing with a tissue/handkerchief/flexed elbow and disposing of used tissues properly. v. Self-monitoring of health by all and reporting any illness at the earliest. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Manipur | The Government Of Manipur, Declared Total Curfew In The Imphal City And All Other District Headquarters From 6Pm To 6 Am | 18-05-2020 | The Government of Manipur, Home department by an order dated 18-05-2020, declared total curfew in the Imphal city and all other district headquarters till 31-05-2020 and in respect of all other areas the curfew shall be enforced from 6PM to 6AM. All District Magistrates shall issue orders accordingly | Mandatory | All | 31-05-2020 |
| Himachal Pradesh | The Government Of Himachal Pradesh Has Released An Advisory On Precautionary Measures For Re-Start Of Operations In Plants (After Lifting Up Lockdown Due To Covid-19). | 18-05-2020 | The Government of Himachal Pradesh has released an Advisory on Precautionary measures for Re-Start of Operations in Plants (after lifting up Lockdown due to COVID-19). It contains: 1. General and Recommended Precautions 2. Who Should join company for work 3. Protocol for routine or daily actions 4. Precaution During Travel to Factory 5. Health and safety at company/Plant 6. Precautions on Shop Floor 7. Precautions in Office area 8. Sanitization of estates and facilities 9. Dealing with emergency 10. Resource and facility Planning and Precautions 11. Precautions after work and reaching home | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Odisha | The Government Of Odisha By An Order Dated May 18, 2020 Extended The Lock Down In Odisha Till Midnight Of May 31, 2020 | 18-05-2020 | The Government of Odisha, Office of Special Relief Commissioner recently in an Order dated May 18, 2020 extended the lock down in the entire State of Odisha till midnight of May 31, 2020 as per the stipulations specified in the Order. The Order refers to the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India Order No.40-3/2020-DM-I(A) dated 17th May, 2020. The Order specifies a list of activities which will continue to remain prohibited throughout the State and also list of activity which are permitted with restrictions as specified in the Order, except in Containment Zone. It also attaches the National Directives for COVID-19 Management to be followed throughout the State, and the various SOPS issued by the MHA, Government of India/ State Government will continue to operate etc. | Mandatory | All | 31-05-2020 |
| Odisha | Jajpur Order Relating To Lockdown 4.0 | 18-05-2020 | The Collectorate of Jajpur has permitted the opening of registered shops and establishments in Jajpur from 7am to 1pm and 3pm to 6pm subject to compliance with social distancing and health and safety norms. Details in the notification. | Mandatory | ALL | Till end of lockdown |
| Punjab | Jalandhar Order Relating To Lockdown 4.0 | 18-05-2020 | District Magistrate of Jalandhar issues its district specific orders for continuing with Lockdown 4 | Mandatory | ALL | No end date specified |
| Chandigarh | Chandigarh Extends Lockdown For 2 Weeks From 18.05.2020. | 18-05-2020 | The Government of Chandigarh through an order dated 18th May, 2020 has extended the state wide lockdown for 2 weeks (till 31st May, 2020) conveying revised guidelines to contain spread of Covid-19 to be read in conjunction with the MHA guidelines dated 17th May, 2020. Please go through the extension order for details. | Mandatory | All | 31-05-2020 |
| Central | Provident Fund Contribution Lowered To 10% For Contributions To Be Made For The Months Of May, June And July, 2020. | 18-05-2020 | Establishments have been granted relief of contributing lower provident fund contribution at the rate of 10% in respect of wages payable by it for the months of May, June and July, 2020. The scheme is inapplicable to Central Public Sector Enterprises and State Public Sector Enterprises and other establishments owned by, or under the control of the Central Government or the State Government. This clause is inapplicable to the establishments eligible for relief under the Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Yojana Guidelines issued by the Employees Provident Fund Organization on 9th April, 2020. | Mandatory | All | 31-07-2020 |
| Rajasthan | Rajasthan Government Extends Statewide Lockdown Till 31St May, 2020 | 18-05-2020 | The Government of Rajasthan through an order dated 18th May, 2020 has extended the state wide lockdown till 31st May, 2020 conveying new guidelines to contain spread of COVID-19 to be read in conjunction with the MHA guidelines dated 17th May, 2020. Please go through the extension order for details. | Mandatory | All | 31-05-2020 |
| Central | Esic Extends The Time Limit For Filing And Depositing Esic Contribution Till June 11, 2020 | 18-05-2020 | In an Office Letter dated 18th April, 2020, the Employees State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) has granted relaxations to Employers by extending the time limit for filing Return of Contribution for the contribution period October 2019 to March 2020 up to 11th June, 2020. In view of the pandemic and the lockdown in the country, the Director General, ESIC has granted this relaxation by exercising powers vested under Regulation 100 of the Employees' State Insurance (General) Regulations, 1950. | Mandatory | All | 11-06-2020 |
| Madhya Pradesh | Madhya Pradesh Has Joined The Other States And Issued Guidelines To Further Extend The Lockdown Till 31St May, 2020 | 18-05-2020 | Madhya Pradesh has joined the other States and issued guidelines to further extend the state-wide lockdown till 31st May, 2020. Key Highlights: The Madhya Pradesh Health Ministry will separately issue a list of areas falling within the red zones and the same shall be updated from time to time. Presently, the areas of Ujjain and Indore have been regarded as Red zones. Municipal areas under Bhopal, Burhanpur, Jabbalpur, Khandwa and Dewas along with areas falling under Mandsaur, Nimach municipal limits have also been included under the category of Red zone. 1. Buses carrying passengers have not been permitted to ply in Madhya Pradesh, however, buses transporting labourers/ workers to and from factories have been allowed; Passes for transportation of factory workers to be issued by the management of such factories; 2. In urban areas of districts which have been demarcated as Red zones, such as Ujjain, Indore etc., bazaars will remain closed until further orders; however, stand-alone shops, shops within residential complexes and shops selling essential commodities may remain open. 3. Vegetable markets may be operated in red zones in a scattered manner in more than one area; 4. Shops situated in areas outside the above-mentioned districts/ municipal areas (which have been considered as Red zones) may be kept open; 5. Within the Red-zone, private and Government offices have been allowed to function with upto a maximum of fifty (50) percent employee strength. However, hundred (100) percent of Government officers have been allowed to be present; The above-mentioned guidelines should be read in consonance with the MHA17MAY Order issued on 17th May, 2020 by the Ministry of Home Affairs. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | All | 31-05-2020 |
| Delhi | The Nct Of Delhi Extends The Lockdown Period Till 31St May, 2020 | 18-05-2020 | The National Capital Territory of Delhi has issued guidelines for the extended lockdown till 31st of May, 2020. Key Highlights: Permitted activities: 1. Industrial establishments may function with staggered work/ business hours; 2. Industrial firms whose registered name starts with M/s A to M/s L may function from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm, while firms whose registered name starts with M/s M to M/s Z may function from 8:30 am to 6:30 pm; 3. Private and Government Offices may be able to function with full strength. However, work from home should be practiced for private offices (as far as possible); 4. Construction activities permitted (wherever the workers are available onsite or could be transported to the site from within the NCT of Delhi); 5. Restaurants to operate kitchens for home delivery; (Note: Employers to ensure on best effort basis that Aarogya Setu is installed by all employees having compatible mobile phones) 6. Sports complexes and stadia may be open. Spectators will not be allowed; 7. Transportation of passengers: a. Auto rickshaw/ e-rickshaws and cycle rickshaws - may allow only one (1) passenger; b. Taxis/ Cabs (including cab aggregators)/ School Cabs - may allow two (2) passengers; c. Gramin Sewa/ Phat Phat Sewa / Eco-Friendly Sewa - may allow two (2) passengers; d. Maxi Cab - may allow upto five (5) passengers; and e. RTVs - may allow upto eleven (11) passengers; 8. Car pooling/ sharing by aggregators not permitted; (Note: Drivers to disinfect the passenger sitting area after disembarkment of every passenger) 9. Intra-State (within the NCT of Delhi) movement of buses with upto 20 passengers at a time; before entering passengers to be screened with thermal guns on 'best effort' basis; (Marshals to be deployed inside buses and at all bus stands to ensure social distancing) 10. Four wheelers permitted to carry maximum number of two passengers other than the vehicle driver; 11. Markets and market complexes to remain open on odd-even basis viz. (Shops would open on alternate days depending on the shop number) which, in other words mean that only fifty (50) percent of the shops (excluding those selling essential goods) shall be opened. 12. Shops selling essential goods including books and stationery shops, fan shops in market and market complexes, may remain open on all days; 13. Stand alone shops, neighbourhood (colony) shops and shops in residential complexes are permitted to remain open; 14. Social distancing (2 gaz ki doori) will be maintained, barring which, the shop shall be liable to be closed in view of public health hazard and the shopkeeper shall be liable for prosecution; 15. Inter-State and Intra-State movement of medical professionals, nurses and para-medical staff, sanitation personnel and ambulances allowed without restrictions; 16. Inter-state movement for all types of goods/ cargo including empty trucks; 17. Movement of any type of goods / cargo for cross land border trade under Treaties with neighbouring countries; 18. All other industrial and commercial activities permitted, other than the ones have not been listed out hereinbelow. Prohibited Activities: 1. Metro rail Services; 2. hotels and hospitality services (except those meant for housing health / police/ Government officials/ healthcare workers/ stranded persons including tourists and those used for quarantine facilities; and running of canteens at bus depots, railway stations and airports); 3. cinema halls, shopping malls, gymnasiums, swimming pools, entertainment parks, theatres, bars and auditoriums, assembly halls and similar places; 4. social/ political / sports/ entertainment/ academic / cultural/ religious functions/ other gatherings and large congregations; 5. religious places/ places of worship and religious congregations; 6. schools, colleges and educational institutes etc. have been prohibited (except for online/ distance learning); 7. barber shops, spas and saloons; 8. movement of persons between 7:00 pm to 7:00 am (except for essential activities); 9. movement of persons (above 65 years of age, persons suffering from co-morbidities, pregnant women and children below the age of 10 years) to be restricted within the house (except for essential and health purposes); Containment Zones: Only essential activities allowed; strict perimeter control to ensure no movement of people in or out of these zones, except for medical emergencies and for maintaining supply of essential goods and services. Penalty: Violating the above-mentioned will lead to punishment under Section 51 to 60 of the Disaster Management Act, 2005 along with legal action under Section 188 of the Indian Penal Code. Failure of shops to abide by the provision of opening on an odd-even basis shall be punishable under the Shops and Establishments Act and other relevant laws. The above-mentioned guidelines should be read in consonance with the MHA17MAY Order issued on 17th May, 2020 by the Ministry of Home Affairs. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Order. | Mandatory | All | 31-05-2020 |
| Puducherry | Lockdown 4.0 Orders In Puducherry | 18-05-2020 | Puducherry Government issues its state specific orders for continuing with Lockdown 4. Directions largely follow the MHA orders. | Mandatory | All | 31-05-2020 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Extension Of Lockdown In Uttar Pradesh Till 31St May 2020 | 18-05-2020 | The Government of Uttar Pradesh issued an Order dated May 18, 2020 has extended the lockdown till May 31, 2020. It refers to the Government of India Order dated May 17, 2020 on extending the lockdown from 18.05.2020 to 31.05.2020. The Order specifies the activities which will remain prohibited till the extension and the activities allowed with the conditions specified in the Order. Further, The Order has annexures attached which list the SOPs issued by MHA in Annexure 1, the National Directives for COVID-19 in Annexure 2 and the offences and penalties for violation of lockdown measures in Annexure III. | Mandatory | All | 31-05-2020 |
| Maharashtra | Maharashtra Statewide Lockdown Extended To 31St May, 2020 | 17-05-2020 | The Government of Maharashtra has through a notification dated 17th May, 2020 extended the state wide lockdown till 31st May, 2020 in view of the present state of Maharashtra due to the ongoing threat of the COVID-19 Virus. It has also been clarified that along with the lockdown, all other guidelines and order also stands extended till 31st May, 2020. | Mandatory | All | 31-05-2020 |
| Central | Various Benefits And Relaxations Announced Under Atmanirbhar Bharat (Part 5) By Fm | 17-05-2020 | Under the recently announced Atmanirbhar Bharat by the FM, various benefits, exemptions and relaxations were announced. Some key ones are: 1. Allocation of an additional Rs 40,000 crore under MGNREGS to boost employment; 2. Minimum threshold to initiate Insolvency Bankruptcy Code proceedings raised to Rs. 1 crore (from Rs. 1 lakh, which largely insulates MSMEs); 3. Special insolvency resolution framework for MSMEs under Section 240A of the Insolvency Bankruptcy Code to be notified soon; 4. Exclusion of COVID 19 related debt from the definition of default under the Insolvency Bankruptcy Code; 5. Decriminalization of Companies Act violations involving minor technical and procedural defaults (shortcomings in CSR reporting, inadequacies in board report, filing defaults, delay in holding AGM; 6. Majority of the compoundable offences sections to be shifted to internal adjudication mechanism (IAM) and powers of RD for compounding enhanced; 7. Companies amendments to de-clog the criminal courts and NCLT; 8. 7 compoundable offences altogether dropped and 5 to be dealt with under alternative framework; 9. Direct listing of securities by Indian public companies in permissible foreign jurisdictions; 10. Private companies which list NCDs on stock exchanges not to be regarded as listed companies; 11. Including the provisions of Part IXA (Producer Companies of Companies Act, 1956) in Companies Act, 2013. 12. Power to create additional/ specialized benches for NCLAT 13. Lower penalties for all defaults for Small Companies, One-person Companies, Producer Companies & Start Ups. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Kerala | Kerala Pcb Cautions Industries Resuming Operations Post Lockdown To Follow All Necessary Safety/Pollution Control Measures | 17-05-2020 | The Kerala Pollution Control Board has through a recent notification cautioned all Industries that they should abide by all the necessary safety and pollution control measures prior to restarting operations after the lockdown. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Mha, Govt Of India Issues Order Dated 17Th May 2020 Extending The Nationwide Lockdown Till 31St May, 2020 | 17-05-2020 | Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India issues Order under the Disaster Management Act, 2005, dated 17th May 2020 extended the Lockdown for the fourth time till 31st May 2020. New Guidelines for regulating various activities during the extended period of the lockdown have been issued based on the risk profiling of the various containment zones. However, considerable relaxations have been granted to districts categorised as green and orange zone. For further details please refer to the associated document. | Mandatory | All | 31-05-2020 |
| Andhra Pradesh | Govt. Of Andhra Pradesh Vide Order Dated 17Th May 2020 Extends The Lockdown Period For Two Weeks Till 31St May 2020 And Further Issues Guidelines. | 17-05-2020 | The Government of Andhra Pradesh, Health Medical & Family Welfare Department vide order dated 17th May 2020 has extended the lockdown period for an additional two weeks till 31st May 2020. The order has also laid down activities which are permitted and activities which are not permitted during this lockdown period. Key highlights of the activities permitted: - 1. Sports complexes and stadia are allowed to open but without spectators. 2. Inter-state movement of passengers vehicles and busses with mutual consent of both the states. 3. Inter-state movement of vehicles and busses. (SOP on movement of people shall apply for inter and intra state movement. 4. A national directive for COVID-19 management has been introduced. The key points of the directive for offices and workplace are:- a. Face cover is compulsory in public and work place. b. Employer to practise work from home as much as possible. c. Staggering business hours and work to be followed in offices, workplaces, shops, markets etc. d. Provision of thermal scanning, hand wash and sanitiser availability should be done at entry and exit points and common areas. e. Frequent sanitization of workplace. f. Social distancing norms to be strictly followed. 5. Red, Green and Orange zone shall be decided by the state govt and in containment zone only essential activities shall be allowed and no movement outside the zone will be allowed except medical emergency. 6. Movement of person after 7:00 PM till 7:00 AM shall be strictly prohibited for non-essential activities. 7. Employer on best effort basis should ensure that Arogya Setu is installed by all employees having compatible mobile phones. 8. Persons above 65 years of age, persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women, and children below the age of 10 years, shall stay at home, except for essential and health purposes. Activities not permitted: - 1. Air travel, except for domestic air ambulance. 2. Metro Rail 3. School, colleges, educational / training / coaching institutions. 4. Hotels, restaurants, and other hospitality services (only home delivery allowed). 5. Cinema halls, shopping malls, Gymnasiums swimming pools, entertainment parks, theatres, bars. 6. social/ political/ sports/ entertainment/ academic/ cultural/ religious functions/ other gatherings and large congregations. 7. All religious places/ places of worship shall be closed for public. Religious congregations are strictly prohibited. Please refer to the order attached for your reference. | Mandatory | All | 31-05-2020 |
| Himachal Pradesh | Lockdown 4.0 Orders In Himachal Pradesh | 17-05-2020 | The Government of Himachal Pradesh through an order dated 17th May, 2020 has extended the state wide lockdown till 31st May, 2020 conveying new guidelines to contain spread of Covid-19 to be read in conjunction with the MHA guidelines dated 17th May, 2020. Please go through the extension order for details. | Mandatory | All | 31-05-2020 |
| Meghalaya | The Government Of Meghalaya, East Khasi Hills District, Shillong Issues A Recent Prohibitory Order With Effect From May 18, 2020 To May 25, 2020 Only For Timings Between 6 Am To 7Pm | 17-05-2020 | The Government of Meghalaya, Office of the district Magistrate, East Khasi Hills District, Shillong in a recent Prohibitory Order under Section 144 CrPC dated May 17, 2020 issued prohibitions as given in the Order with effect from May 18, 2020 (Monday) to May 25, 2020 (Monday) only for timings falling between 6 AM to 7PM each day. The Order under header A, lays down certain prohibitions in all the East Khasi Hills District including Shillong Urban Agglomeration, Civil Sub-Division of Sohra/Pvnursia and C&RD Blocks. The Order under header B, additionally lists Prohibition only In Shillong Urban Agglomeration including areas falling under Umshyrpi Bridge upto 7th Mile Upper Shillong of Mylliem C&RD Block, all areas falling under Census Town of Mawlai C&RD Block and all areas falling under Census Town of Mawpat C&RD. Further, the Order under header C, also lists certain General Instructions which are applicable. | Mandatory | All | 25-05-2020 |
| Meghalaya | The Government Of Meghalaya, East Khasi Hills District, Shillong Issues A Night Curfew Order In East Khasi Hills District With Effect From May 18, 2020 To May 25, 2020 Only For Timings Between 7Pm To 6Am | 17-05-2020 | The Government of Meghalaya, Office of the district Magistrate, East Khasi Hills District, Shillong by a recent Curfew Order under Section 144 CrPC dated May 17, 2020 promulgated Night Curfew in East Khasi Hills District as given in the Order with effect from May 18, 2020 (Monday) to May 25, 2020 (Monday) only for timings falling between 7PM to 6AM each day. The Order also lists certain activities/services to which the said Night Curfew will not apply and that such services must comply with all protocols and procedures as mentioned in the Order. The Order further specifies that movement of vehicles carrying essential goods, security forces, medical equipments and shops for repair of trucks on highways are exempted. However, drivers and attendants will be subject to medical screening as per laid down protocols. | Mandatory | All | 25-05-2020 |
| Tamil Nadu | Tamil Nadu State Order Relating To Lockdown 4.0 | 17-05-2020 | The restrictions on the following functions, which are already in effect, will remain in effect until re-ordered: 1 Schools, colleges, training institutes, research institutions and all educational institutions, 2 places of worship - public worship and all religious gatherings 3. Movie theatres, amusements, bars, gymnasiums, seaside, tourist attractions, zoos, museums, swimming pools, sports halls, large halls and stadiums 4. All kinds of religious, social, political, sports, entertainment, educational, cultural events, ceremonies, gatherings and reptiles. 5. People are not allowed to travel by air, train, bus, inter-state train transit from Chennai to other areas. (Only the air, rail and public bus transport operated with the special permission of the State Government.) 6. Taxi, Auto, Cycle Rickshaw. 7. Metro train / Electric train 8. Accommodation (excluding employee accommodations), PG accommodation, resort hotels. 9. No more than 20 persons shall attend the funerals 10. For wedding ceremonies, existing procedures will continue. Restrictions already in place: 1. Restrictions already in place will continue without any changes in 12 districts without relaxation, Chennai, Kanchipuram, Thiruvallur, Chengalpattu, Villupuram, Cuddalore, Ranipet, Thiruppattur, Kallakuruchi, Tiruvannamalai, Ariyalur and Perambalur. 2. Tourists from other places to the Nilgiris, Kodaikanal and Yercaud tourism are prohibited. 3. According to the prevailing practice of Containment Zones throughout Tamil Nadu, the curfew will be fully enforced without any relaxation. 4. Except for the Disease Control Zones (BCE) in the Metropolitan Madras Police Boundary Area, permission will only be granted for areas already approved. 5. Except the Containment Zones in the Metropolitan Chennai Police Jurisdiction, other areas will continue to be permitted for essential services. New relaxations: 1. Basis the recommendations of the high-level committee for the gradual withdrawal of curfews, the following relaxations are announced: 2. Coimbatore, Salem, Erode, Tirupur, Namakkal, Karur, Tirunelveli, Thoothukudi, Tenkasi, Kanyakumari, Theni, Madurai, Sivagangai, Virudhunagar, Ramanathapuram, Dindigul, Pudukkottai, Tiruchirappalli, Thiruvarur, Thanjavur, Nagapattinam, Dharumapuri, Krishnagiri, Vellore Some of the following relaxations are offered to 25 districts: 3. The movement is relaxed without any TN e-pass only for traffic movement within the districts. 4. To prevent the spread of the disease within the district, the public is asked to use the traffic to attend only the permitted tasks and essential tasks. 5. For inter district traffic movements, the existing procedure of TN e-Pass will continue. 6. Public and private buses with special permits for charities and private industries are allowed to travel in maximum of 20 persons, 7 persons in the vans, 3 persons in big cars like Innova and 2 persons in small cars (excluding drivers). 7. Travel to and within the 25 districts where travel is permitted without the TN e-pass for hire and taxi essentials such as agriculture, commerce, medicine etc. Travel should only be avoided without the need of the public. 8. National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme - Permission is granted to increase the existing 50% of employees to 100%. 9. Except the Chennai police jurisdiction areas, all the corporation, municipality, panchayat in the State, with the current relaxation, factories with less than 50 employees working were permitted to function with 100 percent of the staff, factories having more than 50 employees were permitted to function with 50 percent employees, however, this is further relaxed that factories with less than 100 staff will be permitted to work with 100% task force and factories working with more than 100 employees, will be allowed to work with 50% task force. 10. Permission to work with employees at least for the Maintenance of Private and Business Companies temporarily closed during the curfew 11. Class XII exam answer sheet correction is exempted. 12. Only national and international sports training with a separate coach is exempt. Approval should be obtained from the concerned District Collector and the Municipal Commissioner of Chennai. 13. Transport with in districts is not permitted. Taxi and Auto traffic are exempted with the e-pass for medical treatment only in 12 districts. | Mandatory | All | 31-05-2020 |
| Mizoram | Lockdown Guidelines To Be Followed Till 31.05.2020 In Mizoram For Covid-19 Containment | 17-05-2020 | The Government of Mizoram through an order dated 17th May, 2020 has extended the state wide lockdown till 31st May, 2020 conveying new guidelines to contain spread of Covid-19 to be read in conjunction with the MHA guidelines dated 17th May, 2020. Please go through the extension order for details. | Mandatory | Yes | 31-05-2020 |
| Sikkim | Sikkim Issues Order Further To Mha'S 4Th Phase Lockdown Order Dated 17.05.2020 Extending Lockdown In State Till 31.5.2020 | 17-05-2020 | The Government of Sikkim through an order dated 17th May, 2020 has extended the state wide lockdown till 31st May, 2020 conveying new guidelines to contain spread of Covid-19 to be read in conjunction with the MHA guidelines dated 17th May, 2020. Please go through the extension order for details. | Mandatory | All | 31-05-2020 |
| Meghalaya | Government Of Meghalaya Issues Press Release Permitting Certain Shops And Commercial Establishments To Open During The Week Of 20Th May, 2020 | 17-05-2020 | The Government of Meghalaya through a press release dated 17th May, 2020 has permitted certain private and commercial establishments in Shillong Urban Agglomeration, East Khasi Hills District and Sub Division of Sohra and Pynursla to open for a certain number of days during the week of 20th May, 2020. Please go through the attached press release for details. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Mizoram | Mizoram Issues Order Further To Mha'S 4Th Phase Lockdown Order Dated 17.05.2020 Extending Lockdown In State Till 31.5.2020 | 17-05-2020 | The Government of Mizoram through an order dated 17th May, 2020 has extended the state wide lockdown till 31st May, 2020 conveying new guidelines to contain spread of Covid-19 to be read in conjunction with the MHA guidelines dated 17th May, 2020. Please go through the extension order for details. | Mandatory | All | 31-05-2020 |
| Punjab | Punjab Issues Order Further To Mha'S 4Th Phase Lockdown Order Dated 17.05.2020 Extending Lockdown In State Till 31.5.2020 | 17-05-2020 | The Punjab Government through an order dated 17th May, 2020 has extended the state wide lockdown till 31st May, 2020 conveying new guidelines to contain spread of COVID-19 to be read in conjunction with the MHA guidelines dated 17th May, 2020. Please go through the extension order for details. | Mandatory | All | 31-05-2020 |
| Lakshadweep | Extension Of Lockdown In Lakshadweep Upto 31St May 2020 | 17-05-2020 | The Administration of Lakshadweep notifies extension of lockdown in pursuance to the order imposed by Government till May 31, 2020 throughout Lakshadweep under the Disaster Management Act, 2005. All the lockdown guidelines will continue to be in force till May 31, 2020 to fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. | Mandatory | All | 31-05-2020 |
| Gujarat | The Govt. Of Gujarat Extends The Lockdown Period For Two Weeks Till 31St May 2020 And Issues Further Guidelines For The Lockdown Period. | 17-05-2020 | The State Government of Gujarat extends the lockdown period for two weeks till 31st May 2020 and issues further guidelines for the lockdown period. The activities which are not permitted in the state are: - 1. Air travel, except for domestic air ambulance. 2. Metro Rail 3. School, colleges, educational / training / coaching institutions. 4. Hotels, restaurants, and other hospitality services (only home delivery allowed). 5. Cinema halls, shopping malls, Gymnasiums swimming pools, entertainment parks, theatres, bars. 6. social/ political/ sports/ entertainment/ academic/ cultural/ religious functions/ other gatherings and large congregations. 7. All religious places/ places of worship shall be closed for public. Religious congregations are strictly prohibited. Guidelines for Containment zones:- 1. essential services will be allowed in containment zones between 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. 2. Workers/employees/shop owners whose house/home is in containment zone, will not be allowed to leave the containment zone. Guidelines for Non-Containment zones: - 1. All economic activities are allowed in non-containment zones. 2. Shops, establishments and industries to open from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. 3. Industries with lock-in facilities and with continuous process will ensure no movement of workers. 4. The will be curfew from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM. 5. Ahmedabad western area will be opened for economic activities (outside containment zones). There will be no activities in eastern zone. 6. GSTRC buses will be allowed to ply but they will not come or go from Ahmedabad. 7. Sports complexes / stadia allowed to open but no spectators allowed. The Guidelines has further listed down each activity and have mentioned whether it is allowed in Ahmedabad, Surat and Other Areas outside containment zones. Example: - Malls and Theatres will be shut in all 3 places. The National Directive for Covid-19 needs to be strictly followed. Some key points for the directive are:- a. Face cover is compulsory in public and work place. b. Employer to practise work from home as much as possible. c. Staggering business hours and work to be followed in offices, workplaces, shops, markets etc. d. Provision of thermal scanning, hand wash and sanitiser availability should be done at entry and exit points and common areas. e. Frequent sanitization of workplace. f. Social distancing norms to be strictly followed. Along with the directive there is a fine of Rs. 200/- for not covering your face in public places and for spitting in public places. For a detailed read please download the guidelines. | Mandatory | All | 31-05-2020 |
| Maharashtra | The Nagpur Municipal Corporation Extends The Lockdown Upto May 31, 2020 In The City Of Nagpur And Issued Consolidated Revised Guidelines On The Measures To Be Taken For Containment Of Covid-19 In The Nagpur City Limits And Regulation Of Non-Essential Shops And Establishment For The Extended Lockdown Period | 17-05-2020 | The Nagpur Municipal Corporation, Municipal Commissioner Office recently issued an Order dated May 17, 2020 releasing Consolidated Revised Guidelines on the measures to be taken for containment of Covid-19 in the Nagpur City limits and regulation of non-essential shops and establishment for the extended lockdown period. The Order extends the lockdown upto May 31, 2020 in the City of Nagpur. Further, the Order clarifies that the guidelines issued by Nagpur Municipal Corporation by an order dated 13th May 2020 will be implemented with the regulations as mentioned in this Order under the list of permitted and non-permitted activities, till further order. The Order specifies a list of activities will continue to remain prohibited in the whole City of Nagpur upto the extended lockdown period till further order and also a list of activity which are permitted with restrictions/regulations as specified in the Order. Further, the Order clarifies that the directives issued for Covid-19 Management at Public places & work places as attached with the Order in Annexure - I and penalties for violation of Lockdown measures as attached with the Order in Annexure - II shall be scrupulously followed, failing which the relaxation/ permission, if any, given will stand null & void. | Mandatory | All | 31-05-2020 |
| Haryana | Haryana Issues Order Further To Mha'S 4Th Phase Lockdown Order Dated 17Th May, 2020 Extending Lockdown In State Till 31St May, 2020 | 17-05-2020 | The Government of Haryana through an order dated 17th May, 2020 has extended the state wide lockdown till 31st May, 2020 conveying new guidelines to contain spread of COVID-19 to be read in conjunction with the MHA guidelines dated 17th May, 2020. Please go through the extension order for details. | Mandatory | All | 31-05-2020 |
| Chhattisgarh | Extension Of Lockdown In Chhattisgarh Upto 31St May 2020 | 17-05-2020 | The Chhattisgarh Government has joined the other States and extended the lockdown till the 31st of May, 2020. Over and above the guidelines prescribed by the MHA17MAY Order, restrictions have been prescribed with regard to the following: i. All clubs and bars to be shut down till further notice instructing otherwise; ii. All sports complexes and stadia to be shut till further notice instructing otherwise; iii. Saturdays and Sundays to be observed as a full lockdown day in the Districts; iv. No activities barring essential services to be allowed in the Containment zones; For further details, please refer to the appended document. | Mandatory | All | 31-05-2020 |
| Dadra And Nagar Haveli | Extension Of Lockdown In Dadra And Nagar Haveli Upto 31St May 2020 | 17-05-2020 | The UT Administration of Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu have extended the lockdown till 31st May, 2020 in Dadra and Nagar Haveli and issued certain prohibitions under Section 144 of the Code of Criminal Procedure 1973: a. Assembly of five or more persons shall be prohibited; b. Movement of persons not allowed between 4:00 pm to 8:00 am except for medical emergencies and essential services emergencies; c. All directions issued by the Central Government of India vide Order no. 40-3/ 2020-DM-I(A) dated 1st May, 2020 and Order no. DMHS/COVID-19/ 2020/3672 dated 3rd May, 2020, issued by the Secretary (Health & Family Welfare), Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu needs to be strictly complied with by all persons in the District; d. All passes and permissions issued by the District Administration shall remain valid till 31st May, 2020. For further details, please refer to the appended document. | Mandatory | All | 31-05-2020 |
| Nagaland | Government Of Nagaland Orders That All The Existing Guidelines Issued By Its Earlier Order Dated May 4, 2020 Will Continue To Remain Operative In The State Until New Guidelines Are Issued | 17-05-2020 | The Government of Nagaland in a recent Order dated May 17, 2020 stated that all the existing guidelines with regards to the lockdown in all parts of the state of Nagaland issued by its earlier Order dated May 4, 2020 will continue to remain operative till the issuance of fresh guidelines. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Daman And Diu | U.T. Administration Of Dadra Nagar Haveli And Daman And Diu Extends Statewide Lockdown Till 31St May, 2020 | 17-05-2020 | The U.T Administration of Dadra Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu through an order dated 17th May, 2020 has extended the state wide lockdown till 31st May, 2020 conveying new guidelines to contain spread of COVID-19 to be read in conjunction with the MHA guidelines dated 17th May, 2020. Please go through the extension order for details | Mandatory | All | 31-05-2020 |
| Punjab | Punjab Government Extends Statewide Lockdown To 31St May, 2020 | 16-05-2020 | The Punjab Chief Minister on Saturday announced replacement of the strict curfew with a lockdown till May 31 in the state while indicating resumption of limited public transport and maximum possible relaxations in the non-containment zones from May 18. The containment zones would be strictly sealed to enable resumption of shops and small businesses in the non-containment areas, adding that details of all relaxations would be announced by Monday, taking into account the new guidelines of the Centre for Lockdown 4.0. The Chief Minister further disclosed that in its suggestions to the Union Home Minister, as sought by the Prime Minister, the state had recommended that the nationwide lockdown, in a relaxed form, should also be extended to May 31. Favouring a simple containment/non-containment zone categorisation instead of the Green/Orange/Red zone classification of the central government, the Chief Minister said the state had suggested the same to the Centre. The Chief Minister also made it clear that his government would continue to facilitate, and pay for, migrants who wanted to leave Punjab to go back to their homes. In the interim, no effort would be spared to ensure that no person goes hungry, he declared, agreeing that the over 1 lakh food packets distributed so far were not sufficient and more needed to be done on this count. | Mandatory | All | 31-05-2020 |
| Mizoram | Government Of Mizoram Issues Mizoram Government Empanelment Policy With Guidelines For Granting Empanelment To Private Hospitals And Diagnostic Centers Within And Outside The State | 15-05-2020 | The Government of Mizoram has issued guidelines for granting empanelment to private hospitals and diagnostic centers within and outside the State. To this end, an Empanelment Committee has been constituted for consideration of empanelment. ]Empanelment will be given as per the classes of categories of Hospitals and Diagnostic Centres (III.B). After consideration for empanelment and upon recommendation by the Empanelment Committee, Memorandum of Agreement (M.O.A.) will be signed between the Govt. of Mizoram and the Hospital / Diagnostic Centre. Thereafter, the Health & Family Welfare Department, Govt. of Mizoram shall notify the empanelment. Please refer to the attached document for a detailed read on the guidelines. | Advisory | Hospitals | No end date specified |
| Central | Sebi Grants Further Extension In Timelines For Compliance With The Regulatory Requirements, By The Trading Members / Clearing Members / Depository Participants | 15-05-2020 | In a Circular dated 15th May, 2020, the Securities and Exchange Board of India has granted further relaxations in timelines for compliance with regulatory requirements. Background: In light of the lockdown imposed in order to contain the spread of the pandemic COVID-19, and various representations received from Stock Exchanges, SEBI had earlier provided relaxations in timelines for compliance with various regulatory requirements by the trading members / clearing members through the following circulars: i. SEBI/HO/MIRSD/DOP/CIR/P/2020/61 dated April 16, 2020 ii. SEBI/HO/MIRSD/DOP/CIR/P/2020/62 dated April 16, 2020 iii. SEBI/HO/MIRSD/DOP/CIR/P/2020/68 dated April 21, 2020 Further, in view of the current scenario, SEBI has further extended the following timelines for compliance with the regulatory requirements, by the trading members / clearing members / depository participants: 1. Circular SEBI/HO/MIRSD/DOP/CIR/P/2020/61 dated April 16, 2020: i. Client Funding Reporting - Till June 30, 2020 for the month of April 2020 ii. Reporting for Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) applications - Till June 30, 2020 for the quarter ended on March 31, 2020. 2. SEBI/HO/MIRSD/DOP/CIR/P/2020/62 dated April 16, 2020: KYC application form and supporting documents of the clients to be uploaded on system of KRA within 10 working days - Period of exclusion shall be from March 23, 2020 till June 30, 2020. 3. SEBI/HO/MIRSD/DOP/CIR/P/2020/68 dated April 21, 2020: i. Submission towards weekly monitoring of client funds under the provisions of Enhanced Supervision, Submission of data on monthly basis towards clients and fund balance under the provisions of Enhanced Supervision, Update in Income Tax Permanent Account Number of Key Management Personnel / Directors - Till June 30, 2020 ii. Risk based supervision, Internal Audit Report for half year ending (HYE) March 31, 2020- Two months from the due date. Please note that all other conditions specified in the abovementioned circulars will continue to remain applicable. | Mandatory | Listed Companies | Different timeline for separate actions |
| Central | Various Benefits And Relaxations Announced Under Atmanirbhar Bharat (Part 3) By Fm | 15-05-2020 | Under the recently announced Atmanirbhar Bharat by the FM, various benefits, exemptions and relaxations were announced. Some key ones are: 1. Financing facility of Rs. 1 lakh crore will be provided for funding Agriculture Infrastructure Projects; 2. A scheme with funding of Rs 10 thousand crore will be started for Formalisation of Micro Food Enterprises (MFE); 3. Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) will be launched to integrated, sustainable, inclusive development of marine and inland fisheries; 4. An Animal Husbandry Infrastructure Development Fund of Rs. 15,000 crore will be set up, with an aim to support private investment in Dairy Processing, value addition and cattle feed infrastructure; 5. An outlay of Rs 4000 crore to Promotion of Herbal Cultivation; 6. Amendments to Essential Commodities Act to enable better price realisation for farmers; 7. Agriculture Marketing Reforms to provide marketing choices to farmers; 8. A Central law will be formulated to provide adequate choices to the farmer to sell their produce at remunerative price; barrier free Inter-State Trade; a framework for e-trading of agriculture produce; 9. Facilitative legal framework to enable farmers to engage with processors, aggregators, large retailers, exporters etc for pricing and quality assurance. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Delhi | Delhi Hc Extends The Operation Of Interim Orders Subsisting On May 15 For One More Month In Light Of Continuing Lockdown | 15-05-2020 | Taking suo motu cognizance of the "extraordinary circumstances" arising out of nationwide lockdown, the Delhi High Court on 15th May, 2020 extended all the interim orders passed by it or by district courts that were subsisting on or after May 15 till June 15. A three-judge bench of the High Court stated that there will be extension except in the matter where orders have been passed by the Supreme Court during the intervening period. "In case, the extension of the interim order causes any hardship of an extreme nature to any party to such proceeding, they are at liberty to avail appropriate remedy as per law," stated the bench headed by Chief Justice D.N. Patel. The bench exercised their power under Article 226 and 227 of the Constitution and passed the order in view of the incumbent lockdown and limited functioning of the courts in a bid to contain the spread of coronavirus. Earlier, a similar order was passed in which the court had extended all interim orders subsisting as on March 16, 2020 till May 15, 2020. | Mandatory | All | 15-06-2020 |
| Telangana | Partial Modification Of Lockdown Order Dated 7Th May, 2020 | 15-05-2020 | The Government of Telangana has partially modified its earlier order dated 7.5.2020. By revising Para 10 of earlier order allowing all shops, showrooms and establishments dealing with Automobile and Auto Parts; Automobile repair garages; Air conditioners / Air coolers / Fans shops have been permitted to remain open in addition to those selling essential goods. | Mandatory | Automobile - Sales and Repair shops and establishments | Air conditioners, Air Cooler and Fan Shops | 29-05-2020 |
| Delhi | Dg Health Services, Delhi Specifies Format In Which Details Of Samples Collected By Accredited Labs Have To Be Mandatorily Disclosed On A Daily Basis | 15-05-2020 | The DG Health Services, Delhi has through a notification 15th May, 2020 specified the format in which the details of the samples collected by accredited labs testing for COVID-19 have to be mandatorily declared on a daily basis. This notification is an outcome of the recent Judgment in Rakesh Malhotra Vs. GNCT of Delhi before the Delhi High Court. Please see the provided document for details on the format to be used. | Mandatory | Pathological Labs | No end date specified |
| Central | Additional Guidelines For Using Ppe | 15-05-2020 | The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has issued additional guidelines for health care workers and others working in Non COVID hospitals and Non COVID treatment areas of a hospital which has a COVID block in continuation of guidelines issued previously on Rational use of Personal Protective Equipment. The guidelines describes the PPEs to be used in different settings such as OPD, IPD, Ambulance Services, etc. Additionally, the guidelines lists down the following points to be remembered while using PPE: 1. Standard precaution to be followed at all times. 2. PPEs are not alternative to basic preventive public health measures such as hand hygiene, respiratory etiquettes which must be followed at all times. 3. Always follow the laid down protocol for disposing off PPEs as detailed in infection prevention and control guideline available on website of MoHFW. | Mandatory | Healthcare Services | No end date specified |
| Central | Relief To Establishments And Factories Covered Under Epf Act From Levy Of Any Penalty For Delay In Deposit Of Dues During Lockdown On Account Of Covid-19 | 15-05-2020 | The EPFO has through a notification dated 15th May, 2020 informed that employers failing to pay the EPF Deposits within the stipulated timelines will not be levied any penalty. This is in view of a recent Supreme Court judgment in Mcleod Russel India Ltd. Vs. RPFC (2014) 15 SCC 263 in which the court had held that in order to levy any penalty under Section 14B, the mens rea i.e. the intent of the employer has to be taken into account. The EPFO opined that considering the difficulties faced by the employers due to the lockdown, the delays in making the deposits cannot be directly attributed to the employer and therefore they would be exempted from any penalty during the period of the lockdown. | Mandatory | All | Till end of lockdown |
| Uttar Pradesh | Government Of Up Withdraws Notification Extending Working Hours For Persons Engaged In Factories | 15-05-2020 | The Government of UP has through a notification dated 15th May, 2020 withdrawn all relaxations granted to factories registered under Factories Act, 1948 exemption from provisions of section 51, section 54, section 55, section 56 and section 59. The present notification also cancels the prior one dated 8th May, 2020 which had granted these exemptions. | Mandatory | Factories | No end date specified |
| Central | Dot Extends Relaxations On The Terms And Conditions For Other Service Providers (Osps) Till July 31, 2020, To Facilitate Work From Home Amidst Covid-19 Pandemic | 15-05-2020 | The Department of Telecommunications, Ministry of Communications (DoT) has through a Notification dated 15th May 2020, extended the relaxations in Terms and Conditions of Other Service Providers (OSPs) till 31.7.2020. This is in pursuance of the earlier relaxations already granted with respect to work from home issued by the DoT under Notification dated 15th April 2020. The relaxations were earlier valid till 31st May 2020 and have now been extended till 31st July 2020. | Mandatory | Telecommunication | 31-07-2020 |
| Punjab | Online Application For Permission To Run Industry In Punjab | 14-05-2020 | The Government of Punjab on its website https://pbindustries.gov.in/static/covidIndustryPermission has issued an online system for APPLICATION FOR PERMISSION TO RUN THE INDUSTRY. The Application seeks specified details which must be filled on this aforementioned link along with certain attachments to upload in order to apply for permission to run an Industry in Punjab. The link also provides option to track your application by entering Reference Number. Information such as Industry Information like Email, Enterprise Name, Address of Factory/workshop, District, Location of District (drop down option to choose whether Rural Area outside MC Limit or With-in Approved Focal Point or With-in SEZ or Other Location), whether the location falls in containment zone as per order of D.M., Name of Owner, mobile number, total number of workers for which permission is being sought along with their Aadhaar Card details in pdf format, and other necessary details for opening factory such as Registration Number and attachments for Make of Transport Vehicle to be deployed for carrying Worker/Staff and Registration Number and Make of Transport Vehicle to be deployed for carrying Worker/Staff and Self Declaration on Letter head and signed by Director/Partner/Proprietor to be Uploaded (Undertaking format is available for download). The link also provides link for District Wise Support Team Contact Details. | Mandatory | All Industries in Punjab | No end date specified |
| Dadra And Nagar Haveli | The U.T. Administration Of Dadra And Nagar Haveli & Daman And Diu Issues Guidance For Management Of Pregnant Women In Covid19 Pandemic | 14-05-2020 | The U.T. Administration of Dadra and Nagar Haveli & Daman and Diu through the Advisories section on its website has issued Guidance for Management of Pregnant Women in COVID19 Pandemic. The Guidelines state that these infection prevention and control considerations are for healthcare facilities providing obstetric care for pregnant patients with confirmed novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) or pregnant Persons Under Investigation (PUI) in obstetric healthcare settings including obstetrical triage, labour and delivery, recovery and inpatient postpartum settings. Further it states that these recommendations are adapted based on guidelines from international agencies like CDC, ACOG, RCOG, FOGSI and Lancet publications. However, they are simplified and made user friendly for Indian context. This guidance is prepared considering resources in our government health settings. | Advisory | Healthcare facilities providing obstetric care for pregnant patients with confirmed COVID-19 or pregnant Persons Under Investigation (PUI) in obstetric healthcare settings including obstetrical triage, labour and delivery, recovery and inpatient postpartum settings | No end date specified |
| Daman And Diu | The U.T. Administration Of Dadra And Nagar Haveli & Daman And Diu Issues Guidance For Management Of Pregnant Women In Covid19 Pandemic | 14-05-2020 | The U.T. Administration of Dadra and Nagar Haveli & Daman and Diu through the Advisories section on its website has issued Guidance for Management of Pregnant Women in COVID19 Pandemic. The Guidelines state that these infection prevention and control considerations are for healthcare facilities providing obstetric care for pregnant patients with confirmed novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) or pregnant Persons Under Investigation (PUI) in obstetric healthcare settings including obstetrical triage, labour and delivery, recovery and inpatient postpartum settings. Further it states that these recommendations are adapted based on guidelines from international agencies like CDC, ACOG, RCOG, FOGSI and Lancet publications. However, they are simplified and made user friendly for Indian context. This guidance is prepared considering resources in our government health settings. | Advisory | Healthcare facilities providing obstetric care for pregnant patients with confirmed COVID-19 or pregnant Persons Under Investigation (PUI) in obstetric healthcare settings including obstetrical triage, labour and delivery, recovery and inpatient postpartum settings | No end date specified |
| Central | Analysis Of The Recent Amendments / Changes In Labour Law For Different States. | 14-05-2020 | This is an analysis on the Labour Law amendments which have been notified recently for different states. Example: - Normal working hours in factories have been extended from 8 hours previously to 12 hours for many states. Please download the attached document for a detailed read of the changes brought in by different states. | Mandatory | All | Please download the document for the timelines |
| Central | Service Of The Letter Of Offer And/Or Tender Form And Other Offer Related Material To Shareholders May Be Undertaken By Electronic Transmission; Says Sebi While Imposing Specific Conditions | 14-05-2020 | In a Circular dated 14th May, 2020, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has granted relaxations from strict enforcement of certain regulations of SEBI (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, 2011 (Takeover Regulations) and SEBI (Buy-back of securities) Regulations, 2018 (Buy-back Regulations) owing to the lockdown measures imposed due to the pandemic COVID 19. The relaxations are granted with respect to open offers and buy-back tender offers opening upto July 31, 2020. Key Highlights: 1.Service of the letter of offer and/or tender form and other offer related material to shareholders may be undertaken by electronic transmission (as already provided under the Takeover Regulations). However, it is subject to the following conditions: i. The acquirer / company has to publish the letter of offer and tender form on the websites of the company, registrar, stock exchanges and the manager(s) to offer. ii. The acquirer / company along with lead manager(s) must undertake all adequate steps to reach out to the/its shareholders through other means such as ordinary post or SMS or audio-visual advertisement on television or digital advertisement, etc. iii. Acquirer/ Company has to make an advertisement containing details regarding the dispatch of the letter of offer electronically and availability of such letter of offer along with the tender form on the website of the company, registrar and manager to the offer in the same newspaper where detailed public statement was published. Please note that the acquirer/ company may have the flexibility to publish the dispatch advertisement in additional newspapers, over and above those required under the respective regulations. iv. The acquirer/ company must make use of advertisements in television channels, radio, internet etc. to disseminate information relating to the tendering process. Such advertisements can be in the form of crawlers/ tickers as well. v. All the advertisement issued should also be made available on the website of the company, Registrar, Managers to the offer, and Stock Exchanges. 2.The acquirer/ company and the manager to offer must provide procedure for inspection of material documents electronically. This circular has become effective immediately. | Mandatory | Listed Companies | 31-07-2020 |
| Central | No Penal Action Will Be Taken Against Listed Entities Who Fail To Comply With The Sebi Circular Minimum Public Shareholding (Mps) Requirements; Says Sebi While Relaxing The Provisions Of The Circular In Light Of The Pandemic | 14-05-2020 | In a Circular dated 14th May, 2020, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has granted relaxations to listed entities from the applicability of Circular (dated 10th October, 2017) dealing with non-compliance with the Minimum Public Shareholding (MPS) requirements. The above-mentioned circular lays down the procedure to be followed by the recognized stock exchanges / depositories with respect to MPS non-compliant listed entities, their promoters and directors, including levy of fines, freeze of promoter holding etc. However, now, after taking into consideration requests received from listed entities and industry bodies SEBI has decided to grant relaxation from the applicability. Therefore, the stipulations of the aforesaid October 10, 2017 SEBI circular are relaxed for listed entities for whom the deadline to comply with MPS requirements falls between the period : March 1, 2020 to August 31, 2020. No penal action will be taken against these listed entities on failing to comply with the Circular. The present Circular has become effective immediately. | Mandatory | Listed Companies | 31-08-2020 |
| Punjab | Punjab Government Has Now Increased The Timing Of Already Exempted Shops From 7 Am To 6 Pm For Counter Sale. | 14-05-2020 | The Deputy Commissioner further stated that the Punjab government has now increased the timing of already exempted shops from 7 am to 6 pm for counter sale. He stated that this relaxation would be applicable for only those shops that have been allowed to open by the District Administration as per the earlier orders | Mandatory | Retail | No end date specified |
| Punjab | Shops In Sas Nagar District To Open From 7 Am - 6 Pm | 14-05-2020 | With effect from 15th May, 2020, the shops and commercial establishments in the SAS Nagar district shall open from 7 am - 6 pm. The vehicles must be avoided. Earlier, the timings were from 7 am - 3 pm. The movement of persons shall be allowed only to and from workplace from 7 am - 7 pm on producing ID card issued by the employer. Besides, nobody shall move unnecessarily for non essential work. The timings of the public dealing in banks would be from 9 am - 1 pm. The four wheelers shall be allowed with a maximum of two passengers besides driver only for permitted activities and pillion riders on two wheelers are not permitted. Any violations would invite criminal proceedings under the relevant provisions of the Disaster Management Act, 2005 and the Indian Penal Code, 1860. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Home Secretary To The Govt Of India Issues Letter To State/Ut Govts To Engage Special Bus Services From Railway Stations For General Public | 14-05-2020 | The Home Secretary to the Govt of India vide letter dated 14th May 2020 instructed all State/UT Governments to engage special bus services from railway stations for general public wherever public/personal transport is not available. This letter was issued pursuant to Order issued by Ministry of Home Affairs dated 11th May 2020 which laid down a Standard Operating Protocol for movement of passenger by train. The said MHA Order has been summarised in under the document "MHA issues SOP to facilitate movement of persons by train" under the Covid Package. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Various Benefits And Relaxations Announced Under Atmanirbhar Bharat (Part 2) By Fm | 14-05-2020 | Press Information Bureau has issued a Press release Part-II dated 14th May, 2020 to list down the announcements made by F.M Nirmala Sitharaman in relation to Labour Codes. Key Highlights of the announcements made by F.M under Labour Codes Wage related 1. The Universalization of right of minimum wages and timely payment of wages to all workers including unorganized workers. Presently minimum wages is applicable to only 30% of workers. 2. Statutory concept of National Floor Wage has been introduced that will reduce regional disparity in minimum wages. 3. Fixation of minimum wages simplified, leading to less number of rates of minimum wages and better compliance Health related 4. Annual Health Check-up for employees 5. Occupational Safety & Health (OSH) Code will also be applicable to establishments engaged in work of hazardous nature even with threshold of less than 10 workers. Safety & Security related 6. Social Security Scheme for Gig workers and Platform workers. 7. All occupations opened for women and permitted to work at night with safeguards. 8. Provision for Social Security Fund for unorganised workers Retirement Related 9. Gratuity for Fixed Term Employment - Provision of gratuity on completion of one year service as against 5 years. Others 10. Appointment letter for all workers has been bought to promote formalization. 11. Definition of inter-state migrant worker modified to include migrant workers employed directly by the employer, workers directly coming to destination State of their own besides the migrant workers employed through a contractor. 12. Portability of welfare benefits for migrant workers. 13. Extension of ESIC coverage pan-India to all districts and all establishments employing 10 or more employees as against those in notified districts/areas only. 14. Extension of ESIC coverage to employees working in establishments with less than 10 employees on voluntary basis. 15. Mandatory ESIC coverage through notification by the Central Government for employees in hazardous industries with less than 10 employees. 16. Re-skilling fund introduced for retrenched employees. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Odisha | The Pollution Control Board Of Odisha Notifies Guidelines To Be Followed Before Resuming Operations Of Industrial Units Engaged In Manufacture, Storage Or Import Of Hazardous Chemicals In Odisha | 14-05-2020 | In light of the recent chemical leakages and industrial mishaps, the Pollution Control Board of Odisha has notified directions for all industrial units engaged in manufacture or storage or import of Hazardous Chemicals before resuming operations of the units: All industrial units to: 1. undertake a proper safety and hazard audit before resuming operations; all units that manufacture, store or import hazardous chemicals can resume their operations after COVID 19 lockdown, only after taking adequate and necessary steps to prevent the occurrence of any chemical leakage or accident; 2. ensure that pollution control equipment, connectivity of Online Continuous Emission Monitoring System (OCEMS) with CPCB/ SPCB servers, effluent treatment plants including safety equipment and machineries are kept in good operable conditions before resuming operation in present COVID-19 situation; 3. take utmost care while handling hazardous chemicals by using trained manpower; 4. ensure compliance of environmental norms; 5. ensure safety of workers and residents in their vicinity; 6. ensure that manufacturing units comply with the provisions of the Manufacture, Storage and Import of Hazardous Chemical Rules, 1989 and The Chemical Accidents (Emergency Planning, Preparedness and Response) Rules 1996; 7. ensure that manufacturing units comply with the guidelines of National Disaster Management Authority, Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India formulated on restarting manufacturing industries after the lockdown; 8. inform the concerned Regional Office of the Board and Director, Factories & Boilers, Odisha in case of any chemical leakage and accident and take immediate measures to rectify the same; 9. inform the Local Crisis Group and District Crisis Groups [who deals with such accidents and provides expert guidance for handling chemicals as per The Chemical Accidents (Emergency Planning, Preparedness and Response) Rules 1996] in the event of Major Chemical Accidents. For a detailed read, please refer to the appended Notice. | Mandatory | Manufacturing | No end date specified |
| Nagaland | The Government Of Nagaland Issues Standard Operating Procedure For People Entering Nagaland | 14-05-2020 | The Government of Nagaland has issued Standard Operating Procedure for people entering Nagaland. Key points: 1. Persons returning from Green and Orange zones will be screened upon arrival and if found to be asymptomatic, such persons to undergo institutional quarantine for three (3) days and thereafter be placed under mandated Home Quarantine for fourteen days; Necessary documentation and mandatory download of mobile app for monitoring shall be completed at the institutional quarantine facility; 2. Persons returning from or having crossed through Red-zone en-route to Nagaland, are to be screened at designated screening facilities and undergo fourteen (14) days of Institutional Quarantine and thereafter undergo fourteen (14) days of Home Quarantine; 3. Stranded returnees inbound for Dimapur, Mon and Peren shall be initially quarantined at Dimapur and sent to their districts to complete their mandated Quarantine period in the designated district Quarantine Centres or Home Quarantine as the case may be. 4. The returnees inbound to the rest of the districts to be quarantined at Kohima initially and thereafter be sent to respective districts to complete the remaining quarantine period in the designated District Quarantine Centres or Home Quarantine as the case may be; In case of by Road arrival at designated Dimapur Check Gate (2pm to 4pm): To avoid overcrowding at the Dimapur Check Gate, all returnees shall be escorted first to Agri Expo Dimapur from where asymptomatic people will be allowed to proceed to the Quarantine Center while the ones exhibiting symptoms shall be sent to designated medical facility for further treatment; On arrival at Dimpaur Railway Station: 1. Transport department/ committee will arrange fleet of buses to ferry the returnees from the railway station to Agri Expo and thereafter to Quarantine Centre for scanning; 2. Those found asymptomatic will proceed to the Agri Expo site under Police Escort, for registration and segregation and thereafter will be placed in various predesignated Quarantine Centres while the ones exhibiting symptoms shall be sent to designated medical facility for further treatment;; On arrival at Dimapur Airport: 1. Medical department to thermal screen every passenger and asymptomatic passengers to be ferried to the Agri Expo site in the designated buses arranged by the Transport Department, with full Police escort. Symptomatic passengers shall be taken to the designated medical facilities for treatment while the asymptomatic returnees shall be allowed to proceed to the Agri Expo site for placing in Quarantine Centres either in Dimapur or Kohima. For a detailed read, please refer to page no. 65 to 68 of the appended document. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Tripura | Finance Department, Government Of Tripura Issues Heads Of Accounts Under Which Penalties Need To Be Deposited For Not Wearing Masks9 | 13-05-2020 | The Finance Department, Government of Tripura (Department) has issued the heads of accounts under which penalties need to be deposited for not wearing masks in the offices of State Government and for other violations of the Tripura Epidemic Diseases, COVID-19 Regulations, 2020. The following are the heads of accounts notified for depositing penalties: a. Major Head 0055 b. Sub-Major Head 00 c. Minor Head 103 d. Sub Head 10 e. Detailed Head 01 f. Object Head 00 | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Standard Operating Procedure (Sop) For Msmes At Work Place To Be Followed In View Of Covid-19 | 13-05-2020 | Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for MSMEs at work place to be followed in view of COVID-19 in English and Hindi. For any clarification on SOP, order dated 15.04.2020 issued by Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, may kindly be referred. OBJECTIVE TO PREVENT TRANSMISSION OF COVID-19 AMONGST THE EMPLOYEES AND WORKERS OF MSMES WHILE ENSURING CONTINUITY OF BUSINESSES SO THAT LIVELIHOODS ARE NOT IMPACTED CLEANING AND DECONTAMINATION All areas in the premises including the following shall be disinfected completely: Entrance Gate of building, office etc. Cafeteria and canteens. Meeting rooms, open areas available/verandah/ entrance gate of site, rooms in the building etc. Equipment and lifts Washroom, toilet, sink, water points etc. Walls/ all other surfaces TRANSPORT FACILITIES For workers coming from outside, special transportation facility will be arranged without any dependency on the public transport system. These vehicles should be allowed to work only with 30-40% passenger capacity. All vehicles and machinery entering the premise should be disinfected by spray mandatorily. WORKSPACE MEASURES All Provision for hand wash & sanitizer preferably with touch free mechanism will be made at all entry and exit points and common areas. Sufficient quantities of all the items should be available. Mandatory thermal scanning of everyone entering and exiting the work place to be done. There should be strict ban of Gutka, Tobacco etc. and spitting should be strictly prohibited. SOCIAL DISTANCING Work places shall have a gap of one hour between shifts and will stagger the lunch breaks of sta, to ensure social distancing. Large gatherings or meetings of 10 or more people to be discouraged. Seating at least 6 feet away from others on job sites and in gatherings, meetings and training sessions. Not more than 2/4 persons (depending on size) will be allowed to travel in lifts or hoists. Use of staircase for climbing should be encouraged There should be total ban on non-essential visitors at sites. MEDICAL FACILITIES Medical insurance for the workers to be made mandatory. Hospitals/clinics in the nearby areas, which are authorized to treat COVID-19 patients, should be identified and list should be available at work place all the times. MEASURES TO PROTECT WORKERS Workers should continuously wear masks in the workplace. Workers should maintain at least 1 metre gap from each other Workers should take separate lunch break to avoid contact Workers should regularly wash hands with soaps and use alcohol based sanitizers If any worker develops symptoms or falls sick, it must be reported to the nearest health authorities immediately. The workers and their families must download Aarogya Setu app for protection against corona virus. If any worker develops symptoms like fever, cough or difficulty breathing it should be reported immediately to the nearest health centre or the recognised Covid-19 centre. | Mandatory | MSMEs | No end date specified |
| Arunachal Pradesh | New Guidelines For Vehicle Movement In The Capital Region Of Arunachal Pradesh | 13-05-2020 | The Government of Arunachal Pradesh has issued a traffic advisory regarding vehicular movement in the capital region. Hollongi checkgate - To be used for movement of Goods Vehicles carrying essential supplies. Banderdewa Checkgate - to be used for movement of people coming from other parts of the state and capital dwellers going to eastern part of the State. The Checkgate to be also used for movement of FCI vehicles, refrigerated vans. Gumto Checkgate - To be used for movement of Goods Vehicles carrying essential items for a few districts in Arunachal Pradesh. | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| West Bengal | Govt. Of West Bengal Introduces Online Platform For Generating E-Passes For Industries | 13-05-2020 | The West Bengal Government has introduced an online platform for generating e-passes for movement for Industries. The link is - http://202.61.117.163/epassindustry/aspx/Signin.aspx | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Rate Of Tds For Non-Salaried Specified Payments Made To Residents And Rates Of Tcs For The Specified Receipts Reduced By 25% Of The Existing Rates | 13-05-2020 | Press Information Bureau has issued a Press Release dated 13th May, 2020 to inform that the rates of Tax Deduction at Source (TDS) for non-salaried specified payments made to residents and rates of Tax Collection at Source (TCS) for the specified receipts shall be reduced by 25 % of the existing rates. Payment for contract, professional fees, interest, rent, dividend, commission, brokerage, etc. shall be eligible for this reduced rate of TDS. This education shall be applicable for the remaining part of the FY2020-21 i.e. From 14th May, 2020 to31st March, 2021. | Mandatory | All | 31-03-2021 |
| Central | Due Date For Filing Income Tax Returns For F.Y 2019-20 Extended Till 30Th November, 2020 | 13-05-2020 | Press Information Bureau has issued a Press Release dated 13th May, 2020 to inform that the due date for filing income tax returns for F.Y. 2019-20 has been extended to 30th November, 2020 for those taxpayers who were required to file income tax return by 31st October, 2020 | Mandatory | All | 30-11-2020 |
| Central | Due Date For Furnishing Of Income Tax Audit Report For F.Y 2019-20 Extended Till 31St October, 2020 | 13-05-2020 | Press Information Bureau has issued a Press Release dated 13th May, 2020 to inform that the due date for furnishing of tax audit report for F.Y. 2019-20 has been extended till 31st October, 2020 for those taxpayers who were required to get their tax audit done by 30th September, 2020 | Mandatory | All | 31-10-2020 |
| Central | Extension In Due Date For Making Payment Without Additional Amount Under Direct Tax Vivad Se Vishwas Act, 2020 Till 31St December, 2020 | 13-05-2020 | Press Information Bureau has issued a Press Release dated 13th May, 2020 to inform that due date for making payment under Direct Tax Vivad se vishwas Act, 2020 which was earlier extended till 30th June, 2020 has been further extended till 31st December, 2020. Hence, the additional payment of 10% which was required to be made if payment was made under the scheme after 30th June, 2020 has been forgone if payment is made till 31st December, 2020. | Mandatory | All | 31-12-2020 |
| Central | Extension In Due Date Of Assessments Getting Barred On 30Th September,2020 Till 31St December,2020 And Those Getting Barred On 31St March,2021 Till 30Th September,2021. | 13-05-2020 | Press Information Bureau has issued a Press Release dated 13th May, 2020 to inform that date of assessments getting barred on 30th September,2020 extended to 31st December,2020 and those getting barred on 31st March,2021 will be extended to 30th September,2021. | Mandatory | All | 30-09-2021 |
| Punjab | Punjab Cm Accepts Proposal To Provide Adjustments To Licensees For Losses Resulting From Lockdown | 13-05-2020 | The Chief Minister, while ruling out extension in the contract of liquor vends beyond March 31, 2020, Punjab Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh on Wednesday announced that the state government would, in line with the Finance Departments recommendation, provide adjustments to the licensees for losses incurred for the lockdown period, from March 23 to May 6, 2020. The Chief Minister has also set up a Group of Ministers (GOM) to consider the Finance Departments proposal, along with adjustment if any, to be given to licensees in case of future lockdown/s (complete or partial during FY2020-21, and any other grievances and difficulties, as may be experienced or raised by the licensees. The GoM, comprising the Finance Minister, the Education Minister and the Housing & Urban Development Minister, has also been mandated by the Chief Minister to consider the issue of levying a special Covid Cess on sale of liquor, as has been done by certain other states in the wake of losses incurred due to the prolonged lockdown. On the issue of home delivery of liquor, Captain Amarinder has decided that the provisions of the existing Excise Policy would continue to be applicable, but, citing the Supreme Courts observations in this regard, has left the option with the licensees. The Supreme Court, it may be recalled, had suggested home delivery/indirect sale of liquor, in its order in a Public Interest Litigation of 8th May 2020, to facilitate social distancing during the period of lockdown. Noting that as a result of the lockdown, the Excise Department could not complete allotment of liquor vends for the year 2020-21, the Chief Minister directed the Department to take further action, including allotment of remaining vends, in accordance with the State Excise Policy 2020-21. Of a total of 756 groups, 500 were renewed as per Policy of 2019-20 and the remaining 256 groups were restructured into 186 groups, of which 89 groups were allotted as per the Policy of 2020-21. The remaining 97 groups are yet to be allotted. It may be recalled that States Excise Policy for the year 2020-21 was approved by the Council of Ministers (CoM) on January 31, 2020. Thereafter, the Department had taken substantial action to implement the Policy. However, implementation was stopped due to the pandemic Covid-19 and resultant curfew and lockdown w.e.f. March 23, 2020, imposed first by the State Government on March 23 and thereafter by Union Ministry of Home Affairs on March 24, 2020 under the relevant provisions of CrPC and Disaster Management Act, 2005. Pointing out that, post the lockdown, the State Government had time and again requested the Government of India to allow the Excise & Taxation Department to open liquor vends as it involved loss of State Excise revenue. It is only w.e.f. May 4, 2020 that Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) allowed opening of liquor vends as per the guidelines issued vide letter of May 1,2020. Subsequent to these guidelines of the MHA, the Department examined their implementation in keeping with the State Excise Policy 2020-21. The Department also prepared a memorandum for the consideration of CoM, which was sent to the Finance Department for their advice and the same was received on May 11, 2020. The matter was thereafter considered in the CoM on May 11, 2020, wherein the Chief Minister was authorized to approve suitable changes in the State Excise Policy as warranted due to the pandemic Covid-19 and resultant curfew and lockdown. | Mandatory | Licensees of vend of Liquor | No end date specified |
| Rajasthan | Guidelines For Management Of Pregnant Women During Covid-19 Pandemic By Healthcare Providers In The State Of Rajasthan | 13-05-2020 | The Government of Rajasthan has through a notification dated 13th May, 2020 adopted the ICMR Guidelines for Management of Pregnant Women during the COVID-19 Pandemic. The guidelines covers certain aspects which Obstetric units needs to keep in mind. These include: 1. Appropriate isolation of pregnant patients who have confirmed COVID-19 or are Persons Under Investigations. 2. Basic and refresher training for all healthcare personnel to include correct adherence to infection control practices, PPE use and handling. 3. Sufficient and appropriate PPE supplies positioned at all points of care. 4. Process to protect new-borns from risk of COVID-19. For a further detailed read of the guidelines, please see the associated document. | Mandatory | Healthcare Providers | No end date specified |
| Odisha | Odisha Govt Issues Sop For Overseas Returnees | 13-05-2020 | The Odisha Government has issued Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for return of Indian Nationals, hailing from Odisha who stranded outside the country. A. SOP for Facilitating Return of People to Odisha from Foreign Countries: 1. People intending to return to Odisha from foreign countries shall have to register themselves on the state portal www.covid19.odisha.gov.in - prior to their departure from the foreign country. 2. E&IT Department shall utilise the existing Outbound Call Centre to facilitate collection of relevant passenger information as per the list obtained from Airlines, segregate it District/ Municipal Corporation wise and send it to the concerned Collectors / Municipal Commissioners. 3. The Collector/ Municipal Commissioner will accordingly make necessary arrangement to communicate relevant information to the concerned Gram Panchayat Nodal Officer (GPNO) / Ward Nodal Officer (VVNO) for ensuring compliance of home quarantine/ paid quarantine protocols. B. Arrangements at the Airport: 4. Commissioner of Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation in coordination with the Airport Authority /CISF/ Odisha Police shall set up required number of facilitation counter(s)at the Biju Patnaik International Airport, Bhubaneswar. 5. On landing at Biju Patnaik International Airport, the passengers will de-plane in a regulated manner (20 passengers in a batch) and walk with their hand baggage to the facilitation counter(s) set up at an earmarked area outside the terminal building. All passengers shall be stamped with indelible ink on their right inner forearm and thermally screened. 6. The symptomatic passengers will be segregated and sent to an isolation bay for completing their immigration formalities and will be shifted to the institutional facility for testing and quarantine by District/ Municipal authorities. The airline ground handling staff will collect the check-in baggage of such passengers from the conveyor and load in the dedicated vehicle/ ambulance. 7. Asymptomatic passengers will be allowed to proceed to the immigration in the terminal building and, after immigration, they will be allowed to proceed to their home or paid quarantine facility on their own arrangement. Such passengers will be required to give an undertaking to remain in home/ paid quarantine facility and follow the protocols for a period of 28 days. 8. Hand baggage and Check-in luggage of passengers shall be sprinkled with disinfectant spray by the Health/ Municipal Corporation! Fire Service personnel. 9. No porter service will be available in the airport. 10. CISF/ Bureau of Immigration will ensure safe movement of passengers on the tarmac and within the terminal and restrict vehicle movement accordingly. Transport Arrangement: 11. Movement of passengers and drivers of the vehicles from the airport shall be allowed on the basis of boarding pass. Operation of cab aggregators like Ola and Uber will be allowed for the purpose. CRUT may operate limited services from airport for convenience of passengers, with valid boarding pass. C. Quarantine Monitoring: 12. Outbound Call Centre shall monitor the passengers in paid quarantine through phone calls to ensure that such persons abide by quarantine protocols for a period of 28 days from the date of arrival in Odisha. 13. GPNO / WNO shall affix Home Quarantine sticker on the houses of the returnees in case of home quarantine. If the house is found to be unsuitable for home quarantine, GPNO/ WNO may order for institutional quarantine. 14. GPNO/ WNO will regularly check/ monitor the returnees in home quarantine and ensure that such persons abide by quarantine protocols for a period of 28 days from the date of arrival in Odisha. 15. In case, the person manifests any symptom during home quarantine, he/ she shall inform 104 Helpline and thereafter, if necessary, he/ she will be transferred to the Covid Care Centre! Covid-19 Hospital and further steps shall be taken as per protocols prescribed by H&FW Department. 16. In case of violation of the quarantine guidelines and norms of social distancing, the GPNO/ WNO shall report the matter to the Collector / Municipal Commissioner for initiating necessary legal action against the person concerned. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Irdai Extends Due Date For Filing Returns Pertaining To Quarter Ending 31St March 2020 By Insurance Intermediaries | 13-05-2020 | IRDAI has extended the due date for filing returns pertaining to Quarter ending 31st March 2020 by insurance intermediaries. The due date has been extended to 31st May 2020 | Advisory | Insurance Intermediaries | 31-05-2020 |
| Odisha | Government Of Odisha Issues Sop To Facilitate The Movement Of Passengers By Special Trains | 13-05-2020 | Government of Odisha has laid out an SOP for incoming, outgoing and general passengers while travelling by special trains: Key points: 1. Incoming Passengers: a. Indian Railways to provide the passenger details with mobile number to the State Nodal Officer of Govt. of Odisha; b. Counters to facilitate screening, stamping and validation of registration. c. Symptomatic passengers to be shifted to institutional facility for quarantine and testing by District/ Municipal authorities and the remaining passengers will be allowed to proceed to their homes/ paid quarantine facility; Outgoing Passengers: a. Movement of passengers as well as the driver of the vehicle transporting the passengers to and from the railway station to be allowed on the basis of confirmed e-ticket; only passengers with confirmed e-ticket shall be allowed to enter railway stations; b. All passengers to be screened and only the asymptomatic passengers shall be allowed to board the train; c. All passengers to wear face masks at entry and during travel; d. All passengers to observe social distancing while travelling; General: a. GRP/ RPF / Odisha Police shall ensure adequate deployment at intermittent stations to avoid de-boarding of passengers travelling by special trains; b. Commissioner, Bhubaneshwar Municipal Corporation and District Collector, Balasore will nominate one nodal officer each for Bhubaneswar and Balasore station respectively, for liaising with Railways and other officials. For a detailed read, refer to the appended Order | Mandatory | Transportation and Storage | No end date specified |
| Chandigarh | Institutional Quarantine Of Chandigarh Residents Arriving From Abroad | 13-05-2020 | The Health Department of Chandigarh Administration has laid down the procedure to be followed by Indians, arriving from abroad. The notification makes 14 days institutional quarantine, mandatory for all such persons. The notification also lays down the procedure to be followed upon arrival, testing process, transport from airport to hospital or quarantine facility and specified the nodal officer in charge of this activity. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Himachal Pradesh | The District Magistrate, Kangra At Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh By An Order Dated May 13, 2020 Issues Various Orders Regarding Containment Zone In Kangra District | 13-05-2020 | The Office of Chairman DDMA-Cum-District Magistrate Kangra at Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh in a recent Order under Section 34 of the Disaster Management Act, 2005, dated May 13,2020, informed that positive cases of COVID-19 are being detected in various areas of the District Kangra which may become probable hotspots of COVID-19 unless strict measures are taken urgently for geographic quarantine of the concerned area as per the guidelines of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India. This Order has come into effect immediately and will remain valid until further orders in larger public interest. In this light, the District Magistrate, Kangra at Dharamshala ordered and directed that the Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) of the concerned area shall be competent to notify Containment Zone in a defined geographical area around the epicenter of the outbreak i.e. the residence/ place of stay of the index patient and his primary contacts and also notify the Buffer Zone around the Containment Zone. It Clarified that the validity of the order notifying Containment Zone and Buffer Zone shall be kept as 2 weeks from the date of order and the expiry date shall be clearly mentioned in the order itself. Further, it lists a number of orders such as Once an area is notified as Containment Zone by the SDM, all the relaxations given in orders no. 1675-1700 SK/DM dated 20 April, 2020, no. 1860-1900 SK/DM dated 25 April, 2020 and no. 2064-74 SK/DM dated 04.05.2020 and further orders shall stand automatically withdrawn. No public or private works or activities shall be carried out in the Containment Zone and no offices located within the Containment Zone shall be opened. Please refer to the Order for the complete list. | Mandatory | All industries in Kangra district, Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh | No end date specified |
| Central | Various Benefits And Relaxations Announced Under Atmanirbhar Bharat (Part 1) By Pm | 13-05-2020 | Under the recently announced Atmanirbhar Bharat by the PM, various benefits, exemptions and relaxations were announced. Some key ones are: 1. Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Package: food, insurance, social security, etc. 2. Other measures like sanctioning amount for health sector, implementation of "Special Refund and Drawback Disposal Drive, clearance of pending income-tax refunds up to ¹5 lakh. Additionally, extension of timeline for filings and other compliances. 3. Summarises measures taken by Reserve Bank of India to provide various reliefs in the light of Covid-19 outbreak. 4. Benefits to MSME sector including revision of definitions of MSME. 5. Disallowing global tenders upto Rs 200 crores to provide impetus to MSME sector. 6. Rs. 2500 crore EPF support for business and workers for 3 more months. This was provided earlier for salary months of March, April and May, 2020. This support will be extended by another 3 months to salary months of June, July and August, 2020. 7. Rs 30,000 crore Special Liquidity Scheme for NBFCs/HFCs/MFIs. 8. Rs. 90,000 Cr. Liquidity Injection Power Distribution Companies (DISCOMs). 9. Extension of up to 6 months (without costs to contractor) to be provided by all Central Agencies (like Railways, Ministry of Road Transport & Highways, Central Public Works Dept, etc.). 10. Extension of registration and completion date of real estate projects under RERA. 11. In order to provide more funds at the disposal of the taxpayers, the rates of Tax Deduction at Source (TDS) for non-salaried specified payments made to residents and rates of Tax Collection at Source (TCS) for the specified receipts shall be reduced by 25% of the existing rates. 12. All pending refunds to charitable trusts and noncorporate businesses and professions including proprietorship, partnership, LLP and Co-operatives shall be issued immediately. 13. Period of Vivad se Vishwas Scheme for making payment without additional amount will be extended to 31st December,2020. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Karnataka | Corrigendum To Advisory Issued To Information Technology/Ites And Business Process Management Sector In Karnataka | 13-05-2020 | Certain changes have been made to the earlier advisory dated 3.5.2020 to IT/ITeS and BPO companies for conducting operations during the lockdown through a corrigendum dated 13.5.2020. Prescribed guidelines for staff movement, screening of employees, signing of declaration by employees, surveillance systems, wearing of face mask, nomination of Nodal Officer have undergone change. Please refer to our earlier update on the advisory dated 3.5.2020 for further details. | Advisory | IT/ITES | No end date specified |
| Andhra Pradesh | Govt. Of Andhra Pradesh Vide Order Dated 13Th May 2020 Lays Down Guidelines For Opening / Closing And Functioning Of Shops In Different Zones. | 13-05-2020 | The Government of Andhra Pradesh, Health Medical & Family Welfare Department vide order dated 13th May 2020 has laid down guidelines for opening and closing of shops in different zones in the state. Key points are: 1. No shops shall open in containment zone (Core areas and Buffer zones). These zones will be notified by the District Administration (DM). 2. Apart from containment zone, shops can open in all other zones from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM (except pharmacies). 3. Shops selling products like fruits, milk, vegetables can be permitted from 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM as per the directions of the DM. 4. Shopping malls, market complexes or markets in rural / urban areas shall not be allowed to function. 5. Cloth, Shoes, Jewellery shops are not permitted to open. 6. In urban areas, colony shops or shops within residential complexes are permitted to open. 7. All shops to adhere to physical distancing of at least 6 feet and circles to be drawn in front of the shops to ensure physical distancing. 8. Sanitizers shall be made available at entry and exit doors. 9. Staff of the shop should wear masks and hand gloves, | Mandatory | All shops | No end date specified |
| Central | The Reserve Bank Of India Announced Some Relief Measures In View Of Covid-19 Beneficial For Msme Sector. | 12-05-2020 | The Reserve bank of India announced some relief measures in view of COVID-19 beneficial for MSME sector. 1. The cash reserve ratio(CRR) of all banks to be reduced by 100 basis points to 3% of net demand and time liabilities 2. A moratorium of 3 months of all instalments of term loans falling due between March 1 and May 31 2020. 3. In respect of working capital facilities sanctioned in the form of CC/OD to borrowers facing stress, the lending institutions may re-calculate drawing power by reducing margins and /or by re-assessing the working capital cycle. Such relief is available up to 31st May, 2020. 4. Classifications as special mention account and non-performing assets (NPA) 5. Extension of realisation period of export proceeds. 6. RBI has decided to conduct targeted long term repo operations for an aggregate amount of Rs. 50,000 crore with at least 50 percent of total amount availed going to small sized NBFCs and MFIs. 7. Refinancing facilities for all India financial institutions. 8. Liquidity adjustments facilities : Fixed rate reverse repo rate | Mandatory | MSME | No end date specified |
| Central | Food Import Clearance Has Been Notified As Essential Service During Lockdown Due To Covid-19 And That All Fssai Food Import Offices Are Open And Functioning On Every Working Day From 9:30 Am To 6:00 P.M | 12-05-2020 | The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) through the Imports section of its website has issued information for the attention of all Importers that the Food Import Clearance has been notified as essential service during lockdown due to Covid-19. Therefore, all FSSAI Food Import Offices are open and functioning on every working day from 9:30 AM to 6:00 P.M It also, provides other information for the information of importers and also provides a clickable option detailing the Steps of Food Import Clearance Process and Review Process. (Refer to link https://fssai.gov.in/cms/imports.php ) The FSSAI further states that it has its Authorised Officers at 6 locations namely Chennai, Kolkata, Mumbai, Delhi, Cochin, Tuticorin covering 21 points of entries for ensuring compliance to the provisions of FSSA Act, 2006 and Regulations made thereunder. Further, there are another 396 locations (excel attached in the information) throughout the country where Customs officials have been notified as Authorised Officers by FSSAI. FSSAI states that Section 25 of the Food Safety & Standard Act, 2006, stipulates that all imports of articles of food are subject to the provisions of the Act. The procedure and requirements for import of food articles are regulated by FSS (Import) Regulations, 2017. It also informs that FSSAI has an online system for clearance of food imports, Food Import Clearance System (FICS) which is seamlessly integrated with the Customs ICE-GATE (Indian Customs Electronic Commerce/Electronic Data interchange (EC/EDI) Gateway) under SWIFT (Single Window Interface for Facilitating Trade). Selective sampling & testing of food articles on the basis of risk profiling done by FSSAI is implemented at the Customs ICEGATE. The food articles when referred to FSSAI for clearance by the Customs Authorities are subjected to scrutiny of documents, visual inspection, sampling and testing in order to determine whether or not they conform to the safety and quality standards established and laid down under various Food Safety and Standards Regulations. If sample is found conforming then No Objection Certificate (NOC) is generated and if not conforming, then Non-Conforming Report (NCR) is generated. | Mandatory | Food Importers | No end date specified |
| Tamil Nadu | Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board Issues 'Guidelines For Restarting Manufacturing Industries After Lockdown' | 12-05-2020 | The Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board through the News & Event Section on its website, issued the Guidelines for Restarting Manufacturing Industries After Lockdown as a letter addressed to all Industries in the state. The Letter contains the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) Order dated May 9, 2020 stating the guidelines on restarting manufacturing industries after the lockdown period for its strict compliance. Detailed Guidelines for restarting manufacturing industries after lockdown has been provided. It states that due to several weeks of lockdown and the closure of industrial units during the lockdown period, it is possible that some of the operators might not have followed the established SOP. As a result, some of the manufacturing facilities, pipelines, valves, etc. may have residual chemicals, which may pose risk. The same is true for the storage facilities with hazardous chemicals and flammable materials. It also provides a list of laws issued by the National Disaster Management Authority. Further, it states that the State Governments shall also ensure that the off-site disaster management plan of the respective Major Accidental Hazard (MAH) units are up to date and preparedness to implement them is high. It is also advised that all the responsible officers of the district shall ensure the Industrial On-Site Disaster Management Plans are also in place and cover Standard Operating Procedures for safe re-starting of the industries during & after COVID 19 lock down. The Guidelines are provided under broad headings such as Generic guidelines, For specific industrial processes, Storage of products, Guidelines for the workers. | Mandatory | All Industries in Tamil Nadu | No end date specified |
| Gujarat | Ministry Of Health & Family Welfare Rolls Out Revised Guidelines For Dialysis Of Covid 19 Patients | 12-05-2020 | COVID-19 is a disease which is very fatal for people who suffer with co-morbidities and for patients with Chronic kidney disease stage-5 (CKD-5) patients on dialysis [maintenance haemodialysis (MHD)or continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis (CAPD)] are also vulnerable group because of their existing comorbidities, repeated unavoidable exposure to hospital environment and immunosuppressed state due to CKD-5. General guidelines have been given in this regard and it is advised that patients adhere to prescribed schedule and not miss their dialysis sessions to avoid any emergency dialysis. In addition to that general guidelines are also given for dialysis unit such as adequate medical supplies are maintained and patients are bound to report if they have any fever, coughing, or breathing problems in the dialysis unit and waiting area. Further, all haemodialysis units should educate their personnel in haemodialysis units; including nephrologists, nurses, technicians, other staff and all patients undergoing MHD along with their care givers about COVID 19 and universal precautions have to be strictly followed. In addition to all that, guidelines are also issued for patients before their arrival to dialysis unit, screening area, inside the unit and dialysis staff during dialysis procedure. Disinfecting and disposal procedures are also explained in detail. | Advisory | Healthcare | No end date specified |
| Chandigarh | Chandigarh Administration To Distribute 3 Months Food Grain In One Go Under Pmgkay | 12-05-2020 | Pursuant to Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojna by the Government of India in providing 5 kg wheat per member per month and 1 kg pulses per family per month for 3 months (April, May and June, 2020) to the registered beneficiaries under NFSA free of cost, the Chandigarh administration has decided the following: To distribute 3 months food grain in one go, i.e., 15 kgs wheat per person and 3 kgs pulses per family to all registered beneficiaries as Priority Households and AAY Households under DBT Scheme for food grains as per provisions of NFSA free of cost at their door step. This is in addition to the food subsidy already made available in the bank accounts of registered beneficiaries. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Punjab | Gap Identification In Public Transport Network, Receipt Of Applications Extended Upto 15.06.2020 Due To Covid-19 In Chandigarh | 12-05-2020 | The last date for receipt of application for prospective operators of buses with seating capacity of 39 or more on potential new routes and for addition of more services on the existing routes has been extended to 15/06/2020 in the light of Covid-19 outbreak. Applications can be submitted online only at www.punjabtransport.org. | Mandatory | Bus Transport in Chandigarh | 15-06-2020 |
| Uttarakhand | The Government Of Uttarakhand Has Provided Information For Migrant Citizens Of Uttarakhand To Register If They Want To Return | 12-05-2020 | The Government of Uttarakhand on the Department of Medical Health And Family Welfare website has informed that migrant citizens of Uttarakhand who are stuck in other state and want to return to Uttarakhand can register themselves on the link https://dsclservices.in/uttarakhand-migrant-registration.php provided in the notice or could call on the various numbers mentioned in the notice. | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Punjab | Punjab Government Issues Advisory For People Involved In The Frequent Interstate/Intrastate Movement | 12-05-2020 | The Government of Punjab has through a Notification dated 12th May, 2020 released an advisory of activities to be kept in mind while travelling anywhere within or outside the state. As per the Advisory: 1. All the persons are requested to avoid travel, if possible. In cases where the travelling is essential, one should not move around unnecessarily and should avoid moving in groups/large numbers. 2. The travelling persons shall ensure, before travel, that either they fall in the exempted category as per the extant instructions issued by the Department of Home Affairs & Justice, Government of Punjab or have the due requisite permission to travel. However, even in the case of exempted categories, the requisite documents stipulated by the Government shall always be readily available with the traveller. 3. Travel should be avoided in cases where the traveller has fever/cold/cough/difficulty in breathing. Such a person should contact the nearest medical facility immediately. 4. The travelling persons should always keep in mind the norms of social distancing as laid down by the government, i.e., maintain a physical distance of at least 1 meter from everyone else. 5. The four-wheeler vehicle is allowed to carry only two persons along with the driver so as to ensure the adequate social distancing. 6. The passenger/driver should wear cloth mask at all times immediately from leaving the house till the entry back into the house. The mask shall be worn throughout the journey. 7. The masks shall be worn in a manner that it snuggly covers the nose as well as the mouth. 8. The cloth mask should be washed with soap and water daily after use. 9. The driver and the passengers are advised not to indulge in any handshakes or hug to greet/see-off each other. 10. Wash the hands with soap for at least 40 seconds by applying the soap gently on the palm and back of the hand including web spaces between the fingers and space between the finger and the thumb and the wrist wherever and whenever the opportunity to wash the hands is available. However, a two-hourly hand wash is recommended. 11. The hands should preferably be washed in the manner prescribed above by the drivers/passengers before they board the vehicle for their journey. 12. Alcohol-based sanitizer (minimum 70% ethyl alcohol) can be carried by the passengers/drivers in the vehicles to sanitize the hands. The sanitizers are to be refilled/replaced frequently. Use a minimum of 3 ml of the sanitizer (approximately 2 pushes of sanitizer dispenser) on DRY HANDS for at least 30 seconds for good hygienic hand disinfection. 13. Sanitize the hands even if they appear to be apparently clean. 14. The driver and passengers should either sanitize or wash their hands whatever is feasible and available frequently. 15. The driver and passengers should mandatorily hand wash/sanitize in the manner prescribed before touching the refreshments during tea-break/lunch-break etc. 16. The air-conditioners can be used in the vehicles along with one open window so as to ensure adequate ventilation. 17. Do not smoke or chew tobacco based products such as gutka, pan masala etc. during the travel/halt. 18. In case of a cough/sneeze, follow the respiratory etiquettes. Use handkerchief to cover the face which shall then be kept in his/her own pocket/purse in a manner that the surface of the handkerchief exposed to the cough/sneeze shall not touch the other parts of the belongings directly. 19. In case someone is not carrying the handkerchief he/she should cough/sneeze into the flexed/bent elbow. 20. In either case, immediately hand-wash with soap in the manner prescribed the hands/other exposed surfaces to cough/sneeze. 21. Do not touch your face, mouth, nose and eyes with hands at all times. 22. Do not spit except when absolutely essential and only in the washbasin of the toilet which shall then be rinsed and washed away. 23. The drivers and the passengers should comply with the thermal scanning available to all the inter-city borders. The normal human body temperature is 97.7 to 99.5-degree Fahrenheit or 36.5 to 37.5-degree centigrade. 24. All the persons should declare their travel history at the inter-state/city checkpoints regarding whether they have visited any containment zone in the last 14 days. 25. Only asymptomatic persons should be allowed to move further after the thermal screening and they should not be kept in any quarantine facility. 26. All the persons are advised not to meet/interact with people who are symptomatic or are under home/facility quarantine. 27. Do not indulge in gossip/rumours with regard to COVID-19 without verifying the facts. All the persons should mandatorily download COVA app (along with Bluetooth and Wi-Fi activation) for correct, authentic information as also for regular monitoring of their health status. 28. In case a co-worker is diagnosed as COVID-19 with whom one had a contact during the journey/waiting time etc, there shall not be panic. One should report to the Helpline No. 104/State Control Room No. 01722920074/08872090029, detailing the exact nature of exposure so as to assist the medical facility to undertake further necessary actions. 29. The employer in case a worker/employee is diagnosed as corona positive and such a worker/employee has attended the shift shall immediately inform the Helpline No. 104 / State Control Room No. 01722920074 / 08872090029 along with all the facts about the worker and the contacts he might have during the shift. The employer shall therefore maintain a complete and proper record of all workers on any particular day. | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Punjab | Punjab Government Issues Guidelines For Unauthorised Trespassers | 12-05-2020 | The Punjab Government has observed increased cases of people entering the state without authorisation. The Government issues these guidelines to state, municipal and district authorities on how to handle such cases. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Additional Relaxation In Relation To Compliance With Certain Provisions Of Sebi (Listing Obligations And Disclosure Requirements) Regulations 2015 Covid-19 Pandemic | 12-05-2020 | Owing to the Covid-19 pandemic, in a Circular dated 12th May, 2020, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has rolled out the following additional relaxations in relation to compliance with certain provisions of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations 2015: 1. Requirement of sending physical copies of annual report to shareholders: Regulation 36 (1)(b) and (c) of the LODR prescribes that a listed entity shall send a hard copy of the statement containing salient features of all the documents, as prescribed in Section 136 of the Companies Act, 2013 to the shareholders who have not registered their email addresses and hard copies of full annual reports to those shareholders, who request for the same, respectively. However, now, these provisions have been relaxed for listed entities who conduct their AGMs during the calendar year 2020 i.e. till 31st December, 2020. (Note: This relaxation is granted in view of the relaxation given by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs for conducting AGM and EGM through electronic mode) 2. Requirement of proxy for general meetings: Regulation 44 (4) of the LODR specifies that the listed entity shall send proxy forms to holders of securities in all cases mentioning that a holder may vote either for or against a resolution. This requirement is relaxed temporarily taking into consideration that meetings will be held through electronic mode only. (Note: This relaxation is available for listed entities who conduct their AGMs through electronic mode during the calendar year 2020 (i.e. till December 31, 2020) 3. Requirement of dividend warrants/cheques: Regulation 12 of the LODR prescribes issuance of payable at par warrants or cheques which can also be sent by speed post. This provision will be applicable on normalization of postal services. However, in cases where email addresses of shareholders are available, listed entities shall endeavour to obtain their bank account details and use the electronic modes of payment specified in Schedule I of the LODR. 4. Relaxation from publication of advertisements in the newspapers: SEBI, vide circular no. SEBI/HO/CFD/CMD1/CIR/P/2020/48 dated March 26, 2020 had exempted publication of advertisements in newspapers, as required under regulation 47, for all events scheduled till May 15, 2020, since some newspapers had stopped their print versions due to CoVID-19 pandemic. In view of the continuing lockdown and the resultant bottlenecks relating to print versions of newspapers, the aforesaid exemptions from publication of advertisements in newspapers are extended for all events scheduled till June 30, 2020. 5. Relaxation from publishing quarterly consolidated financial results under regulation 33(3)(b) of the LODR for certain categories of listed entities: As per regulation 33(3)(b) of the LODR, in case a listed entity has subsidiaries, the listed entity shall submit quarterly/year-to-date consolidated financial results. However, with regard to this, SEBI has received representations stating the difficulties faced by the companies. In view of the representations, the following has been decided; i. Listed entities which are banking and / or insurance companies or having subsidiaries which are banking and / or insurance companies may submit consolidated financial results under regulation 33(3)(b) for the quarter ending June 30, 2020 on a voluntary basis. However, they shall continue to submit the standalone financial results as required under regulation 33(3)(a) of the LODR. ii. If such listed entities choose to publish only standalone financial results and not consolidated financial results, they shall give reasons for the same. Please note that this Circular shall come into force with immediate effect. Background: In view of the pandemic, SEBI has earlier issued certain relaxations to the listed companies through various Circulars. In addition to those relaxations, the present Circular is issued by SEBI granting further relaxations. | Mandatory | All (listed) | No end date specified |
| Central | Press Release Dated 12Th May 2020 Related To Fssai Facilitates Food Businesses Amid Covid 19 Pandemic [Updated On:12-05-2020] | 12-05-2020 | In view of COVID-19 pandemic, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) is taking several steps to help food business during the lockdown period. Some of the steps to facilitate food businesses with help of State Food Safety Departments include licensing work on online portals, establishing licensing helpline in each state with a dedicated number and email ID, creating a robust complaint handling mechanism and conducting only essential inspections. FSSAI has also issued detailed guidelines on food safety and hygiene for food businesses during COVID-19 pandemic and along with that it has also commenced training for food handlers under its Food Safety Training & Certification (FoSTaC) programme. Further, FSSAI has instructed all States / UTs to follow a non-discriminatory approach while dealing with food businesses in the lockdown and even post lockdown. | Advisory | Food Businesses | No end date specified |
| Madhya Pradesh | Govt Of Madhya Pradesh Adopts The Mha Order Dated 5Th May 2020 On Sop For Movement Of Indian Nationals Stranded Outside The Country And Persons Stranded In India Who Wants To Travel Abroad. | 12-05-2020 | Govt of Madhya Pradesh vide letter dated 12th May 2020 adopts the MHA order dated 5th May 2020 on SOP for movement of Indian Nationals stranded outside the country and persons stranded in India who wants to travel abroad. Further to adopting the MHA order, the Madhya Pradesh Government has also listed all the hotels which will act as quarantine centres for such people who will be coming to the State of Madhya Pradesh along with the following information: - 1. Hotel Name 2. Address of the Hotel 3. Owner / Manager name and contact number 4. Number of rooms available in the hotel 5. Rent of the rooms 6. Resident staff available 7. Resident doctor / paramedic available | Mandatory | All stranded persons coming to India | No end date specified |
| Punjab | The Government Of Punjab, Has Issued Several Guidelines/ Advisories Regarding The Quarantine Of Returnees From Outside The Country-Asymptomatic Contacts In The Hotel/Private Facilities In The Wake Of Covid19 Pandemic. | 12-05-2020 | The Government of Punjab, Department of Health & Family Welfare has issued several guidelines/ Advisories regarding the quarantine of returnees from outside the country-asymptomatic contacts in the hotel/private facilities in the wake of COVID19 pandemic. There are guidelines for the following: 1. Guidelines for facility managers 2. Guidelines for the Quarantined person 3. Guidelines on air conditioning | Mandatory | Hospitality | No end date specified |
| Haryana | Relief Measures For Industrial And Commercial Establishments In Haryana | 12-05-2020 | The Government of Haryana, acknowledging the difficulties of Industrial and commercial establishments, has introduced some relief measures. 1. Waiver of rent due against all government/panchayat Raj Institution/ Urban Local bodies buildings and shops including Start-up incubators of the department of Information Technology for the period from 15.03.2020 to 31.05.2020. 2. 50% waiver of simple interest and extension of deferment period from the present limit of 30th April to 31st May 2020 for all dues payable to Government Departments, Boards, Corporations and authorities. 3. Waiver of two months of Motor Vehicle Tax for Commercial Vehicles. 4. Extension of the validity period of all the Government contracts entered into by various departments/agencies, up to the last date of lockdown period i.e. 17.05.2020 or any other date further notified by the Government. In the wake of the epidemic, the standard Force Majeure clause is being made applicable in all Government contracts covered under this notification. However it will not include contracts entered into the Government departments /agencies for medical infrastructure /facilities the supply of items including drugs pharmaceuticals, medical devices, their raw materials and intermediaries, disaster management items, food and food products etc. required to fight against COVID-19 and other flood /emergency related activities . The administrative Secretaries of concerned departments are authorised to effect changes in their contracts awarded by their departments accordingly. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Time Limit For Accepting Undertaking In Lieu Of Bond Has Been Extended Till 30Th May, 2020 Instead Of 15Th May, 2020.Consequently, The Date For Submission Of Proper Bond In Lieu Of Which The Undertaking Is Being Temporarily Accepted Is Extended Till 15Th June,2020 | 11-05-2020 | Central Board of Indirect Taxes & Customs (CBIC) has issued Circular No. 2/2020-GST to further extend the facility of accepting undertaking in lieu of bond for the period till 30th May, 2020 instead of 15th May, 2020. Consequently, the date for submission of proper bond in lieu of which the undertaking is being temporarily accepted is extended till 15th June,2020 | Mandatory | All | 15-06-2020 |
| Tamil Nadu | Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board Issues Guidelines On Collection, Treatment And Disposal Of Bio-Medical Waste During Covd-19 Pandemic | 11-05-2020 | The Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board issues guidelines for handling, collection, transportation and disposal of bio-medical waste generated by treating COVID-19 affected patients. The guidelines of segregated into the following parts: - 1. Duties of Health Care Establishments 2. Duties of Common Biomedical waste treatment facilities(CBMWTFs) 3. DOs for Quarantine Homes/Home care facilities 4. DOs Public in general 5. Don'ts for all 6. Contact Details of CBMWTFs Key duties of Health Care Establishments are: - 1. Keep separate colour coded bins/bags/containers in wards and maintain proper segregation of waste as per BMWM Rules, 2016 as amended and CPCB guidelines for implementation of BMW Management Rules. 2. As precaution double layered bags (using 2 bags) should be used for collection of waste from COVID-19 isolation wards so as to ensure adequate strength and no-leaks; 3. Collect and store biomedical waste in a designated area separately prior to handing over the same CBMWTF. 4. Use a dedicated collection bin labelled as COVID-19 to store COVID-19 waste and keep separately in temporary storage room prior to handing over to authorized staff of CBWTF. 5. Biomedical waste collected in such isolation wards can also be lifted directly from ward into CBMWTF collection van. 6. Bags/containers used for collecting biomedical waste from COVID-19 wards, should be labelled as COVID-19 Waste Key duties of Common Biomedical waste treatment facilities(CBMWTFs) 1. Report to SPCBs/PCCs about receiving of waste from COVID-19 isolation wards / Quarantine Camps / Quarantined homes / COVID-19 Testing Centres; 2. Operator of CBWTF shall ensure regular sanitization of workers involved in handling and collection of biomedical waste; 3. Workers shall be provided with adequate PPEs including three layer masks, splash proof aprons/gowns, nitrile gloves, gum boots and safety goggles; 4. Vehicle should be sanitized with sodium hypochlorite or any appropriate chemical disinfectant after every trip. 5. COVID-19 waste should be disposed-off immediately upon receipt at facility. 6. Operator of CBWTF shall maintain separate record for collection, treatment and disposal of COVID-19 waste. 7. Do not allow any worker showing symptoms of illness to work at the facility. May provide adequate leave to such workers and by protecting their salary. For a detailed read please see the attached document. | Mandatory | Health Care Establishments, Common Bio-medical waste treatment facilities, Quarantine Homes/Home care facilities | No end date specified |
| Central | Ministry Of Home Affairs (Mha) Vide Order Dated 11Th May 2020 Has Issued Sop For Movement Of Persons By Train | 11-05-2020 | As the Indian railway will start graded operations from 12th May 2020, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) vide order dated 11th May 2020 has issued standard operating procedure (SOP) for movement of persons by train. The key points mentioned in the SOP are: - 1. Only passenger with confirmed e-tickets shall be allowed to enter the station. 2. The movement of the passengers and the driver will be allowed as per confirmed e-ticket. 3. All passengers needs to be screened and only asymptomatic (without any symptom of COVID-19 virus) passengers will be allowed to board the train. 4. All passengers shall be provided with hand sanitizers at the entry and exit points. 5. All passengers shall wear face covers/mask at entry and during travel. 6. During boarding and travel, the passengers should maintain social distancing. 7. Passengers arriving to their destination, will have to adhere to health protocols as prescribed by the States / UTs. 8. The train schedule, protocols for booking, entry and movement of passengers and coach service specifications will be widely publicized by Ministry of Railways. | Mandatory | All rail passengers | No end date specified |
| Central | Mohfw Issues Clarifications On The Revised Discharge Policy For Covid-19 Patients | 11-05-2020 | The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare prepared a revised policy on discharge of COVID-19 patients in consultation with ICMR and is in line with the MoHFWs guidelines on the categorization of the patients based on clinical severity and their management in the 3 tier COVID facilities. For mild/very mild/pre-symptomatic cases i. Patient can be discharged after 10 days of symptom onset and no fever for 3 days ii. No need for testing prior to discharge iii. Patient will be advised to follow home isolation for a further 7 days after discharge For moderate cases i. Patient can be discharged (a) if asymptomatic for 3 days and (b) after 10 days of symptom onset ii. No need for testing prior to discharge iii. Patient will be advised to follow home isolation for a further 7 days after discharge For severe cases i. Clinical recovery ii. Patient tested negative once by RT-PCR (after resolution of symptoms) | Mandatory | Healthcare | No end date specified |
| Tamil Nadu | Guidelines To Be Followed By The Managements Before Restarting Factories Involved In Hazardous Process / Dangerous Operations | 11-05-2020 | Pursuant to accident involving toxic gas release during start up process in a chemical factory in Andhra Pradesh, the Directorate of Industrial Safety and Health, Tamil Nadu has instructed factories handling hazardous process / dangerous operations to follow the prescribed procedures while restarting the plants / processes in additional to compliances under Factories Act and other applicable laws. | Mandatory | Manufacturing | No end date specified |
| Chandigarh | Registering & Licensing Authority Office, U.T.,Chandigarh Will Remain Close Due To Outbreak Of Covid-19 Till Further Orders. The Appointment Will Reschedule Accordingly. | 11-05-2020 | Registering & Licensing Authority Office, U.T.,Chandigarh will remain close due to outbreak of COVID-19 till further orders. The appointment will reschedule accordingly. | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Punjab | Director Of Industries And Commerce Advises Owners Of Boilers To Be Extra Vigilant And Follow All Safety Protocols Before Restarting Boilers | 11-05-2020 | The Director of Industries and Commerce has through a notification dated 11th May, 2020 issued an advisory for owners of all Owners to be extra vigilant and follow all safety protocols priors to restarting boilers after lifting of the lockdown. The Director has also advised that during this phase, the Boilers, Pipelines and valves should be testing initially and operated as per test run periods and employees working on Boilers must be sensitized so as to minimize the risks. Further start-up/operation of the Boilers should be carried out under the supervisions of Boiler Operation Engineers or the Boiler Attendants as required under the rules. | Advisory | Owners of Boilers | No end date specified |
| Punjab | District Administration Allows Opening Of More Shops In District | 11-05-2020 | The District Magistrate-cum-Deputy Commissioner has ordered the opening of some more shops related to some more services/commodities. Keeping in mind the changing weather, the District Administration has allowed the opening of shops selling electric fans/air coolers/AC repair, vehicle repair, spare parts, books and stationary, electrician service, supply of electrical and sanitary items, construction material, bricks, sand, plywood, timer, glass etc, IT repair, Invertor supply, plumber services, wood/hardware/paint etc. These shops can be opened from 7 am to 3 pm for counter sale and from 3 pm to 7 pm, these shops can do home delivery. The shopkeepers can commute by carrying a valid identity card from 7 am to 7 pm only. He clarified that these relaxations would not be valid in hotspots and containment zones. District Magistrate informed that a three-member committee has been formed for Ludhiana city, that would hold regular checks of shops, that have been allowed to open during the ongoing curfew/lockdown. This committee would check whether the shopkeepers and works open during curfew/lockdown are following COVID protocol, social distancing, use of face masks and gloves etc. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Maharashtra | Maharashtra Prescribes Safety Precaution To Be Taken Before Resuming Operations Of Units After Covid-19 Lockdown. | 11-05-2020 | The following shall be observed by Industries which were not in operation during lockdown period and now wants to resume the operations: 1. A proper safety and hazard audit should be undertaken by all units before resuming operation. After COVID 19 lockdown period, the Industries that manufacture, store or import hazardous chemicals shall resume their operations, only after ensuring adequate and necessary steps to prevent the occurrence of any chemical leakage/accident. 2. All the units engaged in the manufacture, storage, handling or import of Hazardous Chemicals shall comply with the stipulated provisions of the Manufacture, storage, and import of Hazardous Chemical Rules 1989 and the Chemical accidents (Emergency Planning, Preparedness, and response) Rules 1996 without fail. 3. Units shall ensure that the pollution control equipment, connectivity of OCEMS with CPCB/SPCB servers, effluent treatment plants including safety equipment and its machineries shall be in operational condition before resuming operations. Also ensure emission/gas scrubbing/treatment system is in operation, wherever gas generation/release from the process is known. 4. The hazardous and other waste generated in the establishment shall be sent or sold to an authorized actual user or shall be disposed of in an authorized disposal facility within time limit prescribed by MPC Board. 5. Units shall take utmost care in handling hazardous chemical with the help of trained manpower only. 6. Units shall ensure that environmental norms are not violated in any manner and shall ensure safety of workers and residents in the vicinity. 7. Units shall identify the potential acute hazards and concerns that are inherent in the manufacturing process& shall ensure adequate mitigations measure against each hazard. 8. Units shall ensure that pressure relief system (Rupture Disc/ Pressure release valve/Breather valve/ Vents etc.) are in working condition and are adjusted the required limit /size. 9. Units shall ensure that chemicals are stored and handled as per Chemical compatibility to avoid any untoward incidents. 10. Units shall ensure that Automation interlocks provided to the Process equipment/ pumps/auxiliary tanks and piping are working properly. 11. Units shall ensure adequate measures are taken to mitigate the risks arising out of Human errors for critical operations especially where reaction are of Exothermic in nature/wherever there are chances of runaway reaction. 12. Units shall ensure that adequate measures are taken to mitigate the risks arising out of utility failures for certain critical operations. 13. Units shall ensure that all pressure gauges, temperature sensors, pressure relief devices of critical equipment are calibrated and are in working condition. 14. The unit shall obtain necessary permission from the committee constituted under the Chairmanship of Collector wherein the officer of DISH, MIDC and MPCB are the members. 15. Prior to resume the operation of Hazardous Chemical handling unit, intimation to MPC Board and Director of Industrial Safety & Health (DISH) department shall be given online by uploading/submitting the following information along with intimation letter: a. A copy of Onsite and off-site emergency plan. b. A copy of report of the safety audit carried out as directed in para 1 above. c. Details of action, if any, taken in pursuance of the safety audit. 16. Unit shall specify the probable antidote for the gases/emissions inhaled after an accident. | Mandatory | Manufacturing | No end date specified |
| Punjab | Punjab Mandates Incoming Travellers From Abroad To Be Kept In Paid Institutional Quarantine And Inbound Travellers From Other States To Undergo Strict Home Quarantine | 11-05-2020 | The Directorate of Information and Public Relations, Government of Punjab has made it mandatory for incoming travellers from abroad to be kept in paid Institutional Quarantine and inbound travellers from other states to undergo strict home quarantine. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Mha Issues Sop To Facilitate Movement Of Persons By Train | 11-05-2020 | The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has issued Standard Operating Protocol (SOP) to facilitate the movement of persons by train. Movement of passengers to & fro and entry at the railway station would be permitted only on a confirmed e-ticket. There would be a compulsory medical screening for all passengers. Only asymptomatic persons would be allowed to board the train. During the travel and at the railway stations, strict adherence to health/hygiene protocols and social distancing shall be followed. All passengers would be provided with hand sanitizer at entry and exit points at the station and in coaches. Further, it would be ensured that all passengers wear face covers/ masks at entry and during travel. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Maharashtra | Maharashtra Government Allows Home Delivery Of Liquor | 11-05-2020 | The Home Department, Government of Maharashtra has through a notification dated 11th May, 2020 permitted licensees holding FL-II,FL/BR-II,FL/W-II licences to make home delivery of IMFL-Spirits, Beer, Mild Liquor, Wines subject to the following conditions: 1. The licensee shall sell the IMFL-Spirits, Beer, Mild Liquor, Wines only in respect of the liquor of which he is licensed to sale. 2. The licensee shall effect sale and delivery of the foreign liquor only from within the area of the licensed premises and on the day and during the hour as specified. 3. The sale of liquor under this order to the permit holder by effecting delivery of the permitted liquor to the home address may be effected only if the permit holder places an order for sale of the concerned liquor. 4. The licensee shall ensure that the persons deployed for the delivery of liquor use mask and also use hand-sanitizers at frequent intervals. | Mandatory | Licensees holding FL-II,FL/BR-II,FL/W-II licences | No end date specified |
| Tamil Nadu | The Government Of Tamil Nadu Introduced Guidelines On Restarting Manufacturing Industries After The Lockdown. | 11-05-2020 | The Government of Tamil Nadu vide letter dated 11-05-2020, introduced guidelines on restarting manufacturing industries after the lockdown. There are generic guidelines and specific industrial process guidelines. The Generic guidelines are as follows: 1. While restarting the first week should be considered as a test or a trial run without high production targets. 2. To minimize the risk the risk, it is important that employees who work on specific equipment are sensitized and made aware of the need to identify abnormalities like strange sounds or smell, exposed wires, vibration, leaks, smoke, abnormal wobbling, irregular grinding or other potentially hazardous signs which indicate the need for an immediate maintenance or if required shutdown. 3. Especially during the COVID 19 times ensure all lockout and tagout procedures are in place on a daily basis. 4. Inspections of all equipment as per safety protocol during the restart phase. 5. In case the industry has any difficulty in managing crucial backward linkages that administration for specific assistance. District collectors may be instructed to ensure that in such instances, the industrial unit may be facilitated to run their end to end operations in the overall interest of industrial security. For specific industrial process there are guidelines on : 1. Storage of raw material. 2. Manufacturing Process. 3. Storage of products. 4. Guidelines for workers. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Himachal Pradesh | Order Revoking And Cancelling E-Passes/Manual Passes For Inter-State Commute For Long Period In Sirmaur, Himachal Pradesh | 11-05-2020 | The Office of the District Magistrate Sirmaur District Himachal Pradesh has issued an Order Revoking And Cancelling e-Passes/Manual Passes For Inter-State Commute For Long Period In Sirmaur, Himachal Pradesh. The Order further states that any violation of the Order shall invoke penal provision under the Disaster Management Act, 2005 | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Himachal Pradesh | Industries Department, Govt. Of Himachal Pradesh Has Exempted Boiler Owners From Inspection During The Lockdown Period With Few Conditions To Follow. | 11-05-2020 | Industries Department, Govt. of Himachal Pradesh vide order dated 11th May 2020 has exempted boiler owners from inspection during the lockdown period. The department has mentioned that boilers whose inspection is due in the months of March, April and May 2020, has been exempted from such inspection for the period of lockdown and one month after the lifting of the lockdown subject to adhering to few conditions. The conditions are: - 1. Any repair during the period of exemption shall not be carried out without obtaining prior permission from the Chief Inspector of Boilers, Himachal Pradesh. 2. The exemption period granted to the Boilers will expire one month after the lockdown in the State is lifted. After lifting of the lockdown, the Boilers shall be offered for inspection. 3. All Boiler owners shall apply for renewal of their Boiler Certificate(s) during the exemption period. However, those Boilers will be inspected and certificates for use of the Boiler will be issued after lifting the lockdown. 4. The exemption will be applicable to only those Boilers which were in operation before imposition of lockdown and duly certified. 5. Boiler owners shall continue to adhere to the provisions of Boilers Act, Boiler Attendants Rules and Boiler Operation Engineers Rules, 2011. | Mandatory | All Factories / Manufacturing units having certified boiler | 1 month from lifting of lockdown |
| Himachal Pradesh | The National Health Mission, Himachal Pradesh By A Letter Dated May 11,2020, Addressed To The Director Health Services And Director Medical Education Of Himachal Pradesh Issued Clarifications On The Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Package: Insurance Scheme For Heath Worker Fighting Covid-19 | 11-05-2020 | The National Health Mission, Himachal Pradesh in a recent letter dated May 11,2020, addressed to the Director Health Services and Director Medical Education of Himachal Pradesh referred to an Office Order informing that the addressees have been designated as the nodal officer for Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Package: Insurance Scheme for Heath Worker Fighting COVID-19 in their respective departments. Further, in continuation to the guidelines, it referred to letter received from Government of India, dated March 30, 2020 extending the coverage of the aforementioned scheme for a period of 90 days. It also clarified that coverage has been extended besides public healthcare providers including community health workers who may have to be in direct contact and care of COVID-19 patients, to private hospital staff and retired/volunteer/local urban bodies/ contracted /daily wage /ad-hoc/outsourced staff requisitioned by States/Central hospitals/autonomous hospitals of Central/States/UTs, AIIMS and INIs/hospital of Central Ministries drafted for COVID¬19 related responsibilities. It also attached a letter from Government of India dated 6th May 2020, regarding the list of documents that are required to be submitted to ensure that the entire process moves seamlessly and the bereaved families are timely supported. The finer details of the scheme have been explained in detail in the FAQs which are also attached with this letter. | Mandatory | Public healthcare providers including community health workers who may have to be in direct contact and care of COVID-19 patients, private hospital staff and retired/volunteer/local urban bodies/ contracted /daily wage /ad-hoc/outsourced staff requisitioned by States/Central hospitals/autonomous hospitals of Central/States/UTs, AIIMS and INIs/hospital of Central Ministries drafted for COVID¬19 related responsibilities | 27-06-2020 |
| Karnataka | Plants Manufacturing Hazardous Chemicals Must Undertake Safety Audits Before Resuming Operations | 11-05-2020 | The Karnataka State Pollution Control Board has vide circular dated 11th May 2020 reiterated the strict safety precautions to be taken before resuming operation of a unit issued by the Central Pollution Control vide letter dated 8th of May 2020. The safety precautions have been highlighted below: 1. All units, manufacturing or storing hazardous chemicals shall ensure to undertake a proper safety and hazard audit before resuming operations. 2. All the units that manufacture, store or import hazardous chemicals to resume their operations after COVID-19 lockdown, only after they have taken adequate and necessary steps to prevent the occurrence of any chemical leakage/accident 3. All units shall ensure that pollution control equipment, effluent treatment plants including safety equipment and its machineries shall be kept in good operable conditions before resuming operation. 4. All units to ensure that they take utmost care in handling hazardous chemicals by using trained manpower. They shall closely monitor the situation and ensure that the environmental norms are not violated by any unit 5. All units to ensure safety of workers and residents in the vicinity and that any unit involved in the manufacture, store or import hazardous chemicals shall comply with the stipulated provisions of the Manufacture, Store and Import of Hazardous Chemical Rules, 1989 and The Chemical Accidents (Emergency, Planning, Preparedness and Response) Rules, 1996 without fail. | Mandatory | Hazardous Industries | No end date specified |
| Himachal Pradesh | Circular Regarding Corona Mukt Himachal App | 11-05-2020 | In a Circular dated 11th May, 2020, the National Health Mission, Himachal Pradesh has informed that some new features have been added in the Corona Mukt Himachal Application. This application was developed for tracking of all home quarantined persons as mentioned in http://nrhmhp.gov.in/sites/default/files/files/Letter%20for%20Corona%20Mukt%20Himachal%20App%20along%20with%20guidance%20note.pdf. Now, in continuation of the 29th March, 2020 letter the NHM has mentioned that new features have been added to the application. a) Block medical officers and MIS operators are now the admin for each block who will log into the app with their phone no. b) once the information is added the ASHA/Surveillance personnel will be assigned. c) The surveillance personnel will have to visit the persons house immediately and instruct the quarantined person to download the Corona mukt app from google play store and encouraged to lock his quarantined location. d) after 14 days quarantine the Surveillance officer will revisit to get the app uninstalled. Further, the districts may undertake monitoring of the blocks on the daily progress report (Annexure 1) | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Bihar | Bihar Pcb Issues Directions To Industrial Units To Ensure Strict Safety Precautions Before Restarting Units | 11-05-2020 | The Bihar Pollution Control Board has issued directions to all industrial establishments to ensure strict safety precautions before resuming operations - i. Conducting proper safety and hazard audit ii. Units manufacturing , storing or importing hazardous chemicals are to take adequate steps to ensure no chemical leakage/accident and comply with Manufacture, Storage, Import of Hazardous Chemical Rules. 1989 and Chemical Accidents (Emergency Planning, Preparedness and Response) Rules, 1996 iii. All Pollution control equipments, effluent treatment plants, safety equipment and machines to be kept in good condition. iv. Ensure connectivity of OCEMS with CPCB/SPCB servers v. Hazardous chemicals to be handled with utmost care and by trained manpower. vi. Ensure no violation of environmental norms vii. Ensure the safety of workers and residents viii. Ensure strict adherance to 'Guidelines for restarting manufacturing industries after lockdown' issued on 9th May, 2020. Attached for your reference. ix. All advisories, guidelines issued by the Government of India to be followed. | Mandatory | Industrial Establishments | No end date specified |
| Andhra Pradesh | Government Of Andhra Pradesh Issues A Standard Operating Procedure (Sop) For Entry Of Migrants In Different States Into Ap | 10-05-2020 | In view of bringing a large number of migrant labour, stranded persons such as students and pilgrims into the state of Andhra Pradesh ("AP"), the Government has developed a portal SPANDANA for registering requests from persons stranded in Andhra Pradesh for going out of AP and persons who are ordinary residents of Andhra Pradesh and stranded in other States and wants to come to AP. Since inward movement of people from other States is expected by Rail/Road and Water, arrangements for medical screening and registering of all entries have been made at inter border check posts. | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Telangana | The Department Of Public Health & Family Welfare, Government Of Telangana Issues Poster Containing Information On Covid-19 | 10-05-2020 | The Department of Public Health & Family Welfare, Government of Telangana issues a COVID-19 poster stating the precautions that can be taken to reduce the risk of Corona virus Infection, the symptoms of COVID-19 and a brief of the virus affected countries and steps to be followed if a person has returned from China or any other affected countries or have come in contact with those who travelled to affected countries or suffering from any of the symptoms. It also provides a helpline number 104. | Advisory | Advisory for all people in Telangana | No end date specified |
| Dadra And Nagar Haveli | Dadra And Nagar Haveli Allows Specified Industries To Operate During Lockdown; Specifies Conditions Under Which They Must Operate | 10-05-2020 | The Collectorate of Dadra and Nagar Haveli, in an Order dated 10th May, 2020, has granted permission to a specific set of industries/companies mentioned in Annexure I to operate during the lockdown subject to fulfilling certain conditions. This order is limited to the list of industries specified in the Annexure-I only and is not a generic order applicable to other industries not mentioned in the Annexure-I. Few of the specified conditions are as follows: 1. No employees / labourers from the areas outside of Dadra & Nagar Haveli are allowed. 2. All areas in the premises including the following shall be disinfected completely using user friendly disinfectant mediums: a.Entrance Gate of building. office etc. b.Cafeteria and canteens. c.Meeting room, Conference halls / open areas available / verandah / entrance gate of site, bunkers, porta cabins. building etc. d.Equipment and lifts. e.Washroom. toilet, sink; water points etc. f.Walls / all other surfaces. 3. All vehicles and machinery entering the premise should be disinfected by spray mandatorily. 4.Medical insurance for the workers to be made mandatory. | Mandatory | Manufacturing and Construction | No end date specified |
| Delhi | Delhi Disaster Management Authority Issues Standard Operating Procedure For Reporting Of Deaths Due To Covid-19 By Government And Private Healthcare Facilities In Delhi | 10-05-2020 | Delhi Disaster Management Authority has issued Standard Operating Procedure for reporting of deaths due to COVID-19 by Government and Private healthcare facilities in Delhi due to delayed/incorrect reports to the Death Audit Committee. The key highlights of the Standard Operating Procedure are - i. Reporting of all death cases of COVID-19 positive patients by email to District Surveillance Unit as well as State Surveillance Unit (covid-19death@gmail.com) along with copies of the case summaries and medical files by 5pm everyday. ii. Designation of a Nodal Officer to ensure timely reporting. iii. NIL report to be furnished, if no death has occurred on a given day. Non compliance will be viewed very seriously and strict action will be taken against the healthcare facility under provisions of the Disaster Management Act, 2005 and other relevant laws. | Mandatory | COVID Care Centers, COVID Hospitals, Dedicated COVID Health Centers | No end date specified |
| Punjab | The Department Of Family And Welfare, Government Of Punjab Mentioned The Arrangements And The Sop For The People Who Are Travelling From Delhi To Punjab Via Bus. | 09-05-2020 | The Department of Family and welfare, Government of Punjab vide its notice dated 09.05.2020, stated the arrangements and the SOP for the people who are travelling from Delhi to Punjab via Bus. There are 325 passengers in the busses travelling from Delhi to Punjab. The following arrangements for all the passengers are to be provided: 1. These passengers should be put in Government Quarantine as and when they arrive in the district. 2. The concerned deputy commissioner will make arrangements of the government quarantine facilities. 3. The civil surgeons should ensure that testing (RT PCR) of all these persons is done on 10th May, 2020 on priority. 4. All such tests should be tagged as priority so that the testing by the labs can be done accordingly. 5. The civil surgeons should make sure that all these tests are sent to the labs to which the districts are linked, immediately. 6. The principals of Govt. Medical colleges/ Medical superintendent and the in charges of the testing labs will ensure undertaking of the testing of these samples at the earliest on priority. 7. The civil surgeons and district administration on the basis of the test reports will follow the protocol already issued by the department of health and family welfare for all the persons. 8. General Manager, Punjab roadways is the nodal officer for the transportation. 9. The list of the passengers were provided with a possibility of marginal increase or decrease. | Mandatory | None | No end date specified |
| Central | Time Limit For Implementation Of New Procedure For Filing Intimation To Income Tax Authority For Entities Registered, Approved And Notified For Undertaking Scientific Research Under Section 35 Of The Income Tax Act, 1961 Deferred Till 1St October, 2020 | 09-05-2020 | Press Information Bureau has issued a Press Release dated 9th May, 2020 to inform that CBDT has provided that new procedure for registration, approval etc for certain entities has been deferred to 1st day of October, 2020 taking in view unprecedented humanitarian and economic crisis. Accordingly, the entities, approved/ registered and notified under Section 10(23C), 12AA, 35 (Companies which are approved by the prescribed authority for undertaking Scientific Research) and 80G of Income Tax Act, 1961 would be required to file an intimation within three months from 1st day of October, 2020 i.e. by 31st day of December, 2020 as against 31st August, 2020. | Mandatory | All | 31-12-2020 |
| Punjab | Govt. Of Punjab Has Published Advisory For Home Quarantine | 09-05-2020 | The Directorate of Information and Public Relations, Punjab Govt vide advisory dated 9th May 2020 has issued guidelines to be followed at the time of home quarantine. The key points are: - 1. Stay in well ventilated room with a separate toilet. 2. Quarantined person should stay away from elderly people and children, pregnant women and person with co-morbidities. 3. Wash hands thoroughly with soap or with alcohol based hand sanitizer. 4. Household items like , drinking glasses, dishes should not be shared. 5. Wear a surgical mask all the time. 6. If symptoms of cough/fever/difficulty of breathing, the person should immediately inform nearest health centre or call Helpline no. 104 or State Control Room No. 01722920074 / 08872090029. 7. No visitors should be allowed. 8. Surfaces should be disinfected regularly. | Mandatory | Home Quarantine | No end date specified |
| Central | National Disaster Management Authority (Ndma) Of The Ministry Of Home Affairs Vide Notice Dated 9Th May 2020 Has Come Up With A Set Of Guidelines For Restarting Manufacturing Industries During And After The Lockdown Period | 09-05-2020 | The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) of the Ministry of Home Affairs vide letter dated 9th May 2020 has come up with a set of guidelines for restarting manufacturing industries during and after the lockdown period (Guidelines). The Guidelines state that they need to be complied with strictly. It also asks state governments to ensure that off-site disaster management plan of the Major Accident Hazard (MAH) units is up-to-date and there is high preparedness to implement them. The Guidelines have further advised responsible district-level officers to ensure that Industrial On-Site Disaster Management Plans are also in place and cover SOPs for safe re-starting of industries. The Guidelines are divided into four parts: 1. Generic guidelines; 2. Guidelines for Specific Industrial Processes; a. Storage of Raw Material b. Manufacturing Process 3. Guidelines for Storage of Products 4. Guidelines for Workers A summary is provided below: 1. Generic Guidelines I. First week following restart to be considered trial and test run period ii. During the first week the purpose should be to ensure all safety protocols iii. During the first week industries should not try to achieve high production targets iv. Employees working on specific equipment to be sensitised to identify abnormalities like strange sounds, smell, exposed wires, vibrations, leaks, smoke, abnormal wobbling, irregular grinding and other potentially hazardous signs which indicate requirement of immediate maintenance or even shutdown v. Not being units running for 24 hours, ensure on a daily basis that all lockout and tagout procedures are in place, particularly during the COVID19 period vi. All equipment needs to be inspected as per safety protocol during restart phase vii. Industry to approach local administration if they face difficulty in managing crucial backward linkages that may be critical for safe functioning. (Please Note: The Guidelines have asked state governments to instruct District Magistrates to ensure that in such cases, the industrial units are facilitated to run their end-to-end operations, in the overall interest of industrial security.) 2. Guidelines for Specific Industrial Process I. Storage of Raw Material a. Inspect storage facilities for signs of spills, wear and tear during lockdown b. Check already opened storage vessels/containers/bags/silos for possible oxidation/chemical reaction/rusting/rotting etc. c. HAZMAT Chemicals in storage need to be checked for chemical stability before use d. Ensure ventilation and lighting before entering storage areas e. Sense for abnormalities like strange sounds or smell, exposed wire, leaks and smoke (Also see point iv of the Generic Guidelines) f. Check supply pipelines/valves/conveyor belts for signs of damage/wear & tear g. Check storage buildings for signs of distress and damage to the roof ii. Manufacturing Process a. Carry out complete Safety Audit of the entire unit before starting activities b. Cleaning of pipelines, equipment and discharge both mechanical cleaning followed by air/water flushing and chemical cleaning depending on the type of process equipment c. Run-in of rotary equipment under supervision d. Boilers/furnaces/heat exchangers to be checked for lining and signs of wear and tear e. Supply pipelines/valves/conveyor belts to be checked for residual material and wear tear as well as for obstructions/pressure levels f. Ensure all pressure and temperature gauges are functional g. Tightness Test: Confirm plan complies with required tightness before start-up if your process handles combustibles or toxic substances or both h. Service Test: Needs to be performed for all water, compressed air, and steam piping and equipment with normal operating fluids. The procedure for service test is also laid down: the system is first pressurized with operating fluids and then checked for leakage. For air lines, leaks can be found using soap solution. For water and condensate lines, the leakage can be observed visually. Leakage points found during the test are retightened. The test is deemed successful if no foam is observed from soap solution, or if no water or condensate is observed visually. I. Vacuum Hold Test: All vacuum systems must be leak tested. The procedure for vacuum test is laid down: Air inside the system is first evacuated to attain the required vacuum. The best way is to start at one end of the section and work through to the other end, checking flanges, valves, fittings, instruments, and other equipment. Each leak is tagged, making it easy for the maintenance team and personnel of the next shift to continue with the work. j. Trial testing to be carried out before initiating full-fledged production with full staff k. Round-the clock emergency crews/technical team to be provided 3. Guidelines for Storage of Products a. Storage facilities/silos need to be checked for any damage or wear and tear 4. Guidelines for Workers (Please also the Ministry of Home Affairs Guidelines of April 15 and May 03, 2020) I. Ensure 24-hour sanitation of factory premises a. Sanitation routine to be maintained every two to three hours, especially in common areas including lunchrooms and common tables, which will have to be wiped clean with disinfectant after every single use b. For worker accommodation, sanitisation needs to be performed regularly ii. Entrance health checks of all employees to be done twice a day a. Temperature check of all employees to be done twice a day b. Workers showing symptoms should be asked not to report to work iii. Gloves, hand sanitisers and face protection shields along with masks and PPEs to be provided iv. COVID19 health and prevention staff education has to be conducted a. Education on safety steps to be taken from entry to exit in the factory b. Precautionary measures to be taken at a personal level v. Quarantine measures to be taken for supply and storage of goods a. Boxes and wrappings being brought into factory premises need to be sterilised b. Finished goods to be isolated and sanitised as appropriate c. Goods to be delivered in shifts vi. Physical distancing measures need to be taken by creating physical barriers within the work floor and dining facilities vii. Working in shifts a. Factories working 24 hours, should consider one-hour gaps between shifts expect those which require continuous process b. Managerial staff to work in one shift at 33% capacity while deciding which managerial staff to be included in 33% overriding priority to be given to those dealing with safety c. Ensure no sharing of tools to the extent possible and provide additional sets of tools if needed viii. Scenario planning has to be done if a COVID19 positive case is detected a. Factories have to prepare accommodation to isolate workers, if needed b. All travelling employees to undergo mandatory 14-day quarantine c. HR has to help manage the whole process ix. Workers involved in dealing with hazardous material must be skilled and experienced in the field. There can be no compromise on deployment of such works when an industrial unit opens up. | Mandatory | All Factories | No end date specified |
| Tamil Nadu | Tamil Nadu Govt. Extends Restriction On Various Activities To Prevent And Control The Spread Of Virus | 09-05-2020 | The Revenue and Disaster Management Department, Govt. Of Tamil Nadu vide order dated 9th May 2020 has further amended its previous lockdown order dated 4th May 2020 by imposing additional restriction on activities to prevent and control the spread of virus. The following key changes are effective from 11th May 2020 :- 1. Private Offices will have standalone air conditioners including construction companies & real estate developers back office. 2. The private offices will function from 10:30 AM to 6:00 PM with 33% staff. 3. Post production activities like dubbing, editing, DI, Re-recording, /sound mixing, VFX not more than 5 employees will be allowed. 4. Shops selling essential items shall function from 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM including tea selling shops but not food item shall be consumed within the tea shop. 5. Standalone shops selling hardware, cement, construction materials, sanitaryware, electrical materials, mobile, computer servicing shops and other standalone appliances shop shall function from 10:30 AM to 6:00 PM. 6. Petrol pumps will function from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Pumps at national and state highways can function 24 hours. 7. Standalone shops in rural areas can function from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM | Mandatory | All shops and Private offices | No end date specified |
| Andhra Pradesh | Opening Of Various Shops In Various Districts In Andhra Pradesh | 09-05-2020 | The Government of India vide Order MHA no 40-3/2020-DM-I(A) dated 1st May, 2020 and the State Government vide COVID Instant order No 43 dated 3rd May, 2020 have permitted limited opening of shops. The following orders are issued to clarify and operationalize the same - 1. No Shops shall remain open in the containment Zone i.e. Core area and Buffer Zone as notified by the district administration till the containment operations are completed and area duly de-noticed. 2. In all other places, Shops may remain open from 10 am to 5 pm only, wherever they are applicable except shops like pharmacies which are specially permitted for longer duration previously. 3. No Shopping Malls, market complexes or markets in urban areas shall be allowed. 4. All shops in rural areas, except in malls are permitted to remain open without any distinction of essential and non-essential. 5. In Urban Areas, colony shops or shops within residential complexes are permitted to open. The standalone shops shall also be allowed to open. However, in other places outside the containment zone, places where there are adjacent shops except those selling groceries, pharmacies and other daily essentials, the municipal commissioners shall in consultation with the market association will ensure at least one closed shop in between two open shops in order to ensure that there is no crowding. The shops closed on one day may be allowed to open on the next day as per a pre decided roaster allowing equal opportunity to all. 6. In Municipal Corporations and municipalities with large number of active cases, the district collectors may allow only shops selling essential goods, shops selling material required for construction activities, shops selling products required for agricultural operations like seeds/pumps etc., and shops selling products required for industrial operations including their spare parts 7. Social distancing of 6 feet will be maintained in all the above cases. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Arunachal Pradesh | Guidelines For Restarting Manufacturing Industries After Lockdown Period Issued By National Disaster Management Authority On 9St May, 2020 | 09-05-2020 | Guidelines for Restarting Manufacturing Industries after Lockdown Period issued by National Disaster Management Authority on 9st May, 2020 | Mandatory | Manufacturing | No end date specified |
| Central | Irdai Advises Life Insurers To Allow Grace Period Till 31St May 2020 With Respect To Payment Of Policy Premiums Due On March 2020 | 09-05-2020 | IRDAI vide Circular dated 9th May 2020 have instructed all Life Insurers to allow a grace period till 31st May 2020 to its customers whose policy premium payments falls due in the month of March 2020 | Advisory | Life Insurers | 31-05-2020 |
| Bihar | Exemptions For Factories In Bihar | 09-05-2020 | All the factories in BIhar registered under the Factories Act, 1948 shall be exempted under clause (i) and (iii) of sub-section (3) of Section 65 with the following conditions for 3 months: (1.) No adult worker shall be allowed or required to work in a factory for more than twelve hours in any day and seventy two hours in any week. (2.) The periods of work of adult workers in a factory each day shall be fixed that no period exceed six hours and that no worker shall work for more than six hours before he has had an interval for rest of at least 30 minutes. (3.) Over time wages shall be paid as provided under section 59 of the Factories Act. 1948 | Mandatory | Manufacturing | 08-08-2020 |
| Karnataka | Govt Of Karnataka Provides Relief To Electricity Consumers (Including Msme/Non Msme Sectors) For The Month Of April To June 2020 | 08-05-2020 | Govt of Karnataka, in view of the present situation in the country owing to Covid-19, provides relief to electricity consumers including MSME/Non M MSME Sectors for the month of April to June 2020. Key Points: a. MSMEs can avail waiver of Demand/Fixed Charges for the month of April and May 2020. b. Non MSMEs have been allowed to pay Demand/Fixed Charges for the month of April and May 2020, by June 2020. c. For other category of consumers, the Govt have laid down rebate/incentive schemes such as - consumers making prompt payment will be entitled to rebate/incentives by way of adjustment in the subsequent month billing. For other details, please refer to the attached copy of the Order | Advisory | All Electricity Consumers | 30-06-2020 |
| Himachal Pradesh | Curfew Hours Relaxed From 9:00 Am To 4:00 Pm On A Daily Basis | 08-05-2020 | The curfew hours have now been relaxed from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm on a daily basis. All activities which were permitted earlier will continue to be permitted during the above-mentioned hours. Movement of general public for accessing services of shops shall be allowed during the above-mentioned hours subject to conditions: i. only one person of a family shall go out for this purpose and movement shall strictly be from house / place of stay to the point of delivery of essential items / service and back; ii. all such movement shall be on foot nearest shop / store / bank branch and no vehicle shall be allowed; iii. every person moving out shall use mask / face cover. The norms of social distancing and sanitation shall be strictly followed by all concerned. (No vehicles shall be allowed in market except medical emergency / goods vehicles/ vehicles carrying officials on duty and all vehicles must park outside market); iv. Only three persons shall be allowed in a four-wheeler and no pillion will be allowed on two wheeler; v. The intra-district (within district) movement of individuals shall be allowed without curfew passes during curfew relaxation hours only subject to the conditions mentioned above. Penalty: Persons acting in contravention of the Order shall be liable for prosecution under Sections 269, 270 and 188 of the Indian Penal Code. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Goa | Exemptions Under Factories Act In Goa | 08-05-2020 | The Government of Goa has exempted adult workers working in all of the factories situated in the State of Goa, who are not holding positions of supervision or management and/or not employed in a "confidential position" as defined under the Factories Act, from the provisions of Sections 51 (Weekly Hours), 52 (Weekly Holidays), 54 (daily hours) and 56 (Spread over) of the said Act, for a period up to 31st July, 2020. Following conditions need to be complied with: i) the total number of hours of work in any day shall not exceed twelve; ii) the spread over, inclusive of intervals for rest, shall not exceed thirteen hours in any one day; iii) the total number of hours of work in any week, including overtime, shall not exceed sixty; iv) no worker shall be allowed to work overtime, for more than seven days at a stretch and the total number of hours of overtime work in any quarter shall not exceed seventy five; v) no worker shall work for more than five hours before he has had an interval for rest of at least half an hour; vi) where a worker works in a factory for more than forty-eight hours in any week, he shall, in respect of overtime work, be entitled to wages at the rate of twice his ordinary rate of wages in accordance with the provisions prescribed under Section 59 of the said Act; vii) if a worker is required to work on weekly holiday(s), he shall be allowed to avail compensatory holiday(s) for having worked on weekly holiday(s), within the month in which the holidays were due to him or within the two months immediately following that month in accordance with the provisions prescribed under Section 53 of the said Act; viii) the instructions issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India and the Government of Goa from time to time regarding COVID-19 pertaining to social distancing, sanitization, etc. shall be strictly followed. | Mandatory | Manufacturing | 31-07-2020 |
| Himachal Pradesh | Guidelines For Effective Quarantine System For Movement Of People From Other Districts And Other States Into Sirmaur District, Himachal Pradesh | 08-05-2020 | The District Magistrate of Sirmaur District, Himachal Pradesh has issued directions under Section 144(1)(2) of Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 for effective quarantine of people moving from other districts and other states into Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Uttar Pradesh | Uttar Pradesh Labour Department, Extends Permitted Daily & Weekly Working Hours, Overtime And Rest Intervals | 08-05-2020 | The Labour Department, Gov. of Uttar Pradesh vide notification dated 8th May 2020 has extended the permitted working hours in factories along with overtime and rest intervals. 1. Adult workers are now allowed to work for 12 hours in a day instead of 8 hours previously in a day and they should not work more than 72 hours in a week. 2. There should be a rest interval of at least 30 minutes after every 6 hours of work. 3. Wages shall be paid in proportion of the existing wages. (Example: - If wages for 8 hours of work is Rs. 80/- then wages for 12 hours of work shall be Rs. 120/-) | Mandatory | All Factories | No end date specified |
| Assam | Assam Government Exempts Provisions Of Factories Act And Shops Act | 08-05-2020 | Assam Government grants exemptions to adult workers in factories in Assam from provisions of Ss. 51, 52, 54 & 56 of Factories Act. Assam Government grants exemptions to shops and establishments from provisions of S. 6 of Assam Shops and & Establishment Act. The total no. of work in any days shall not exceed 12 hours The spread over shall not exceed 13 hours. Employers and Employees may mutually agree on setting work conditions. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Karnataka | Quality Assurance Plan For Covid-19 Testing Laboratories Of Karnataka | 08-05-2020 | In order to ensure quality control of COVID-19 testing in laboratories, a Quality Assurance plan has been proposed. For further details on quality assurance plan proposed, refer to annexed document. | Mandatory | Human health and social work activities | No end date specified |
| Haryana | Sop For The Movement Of Residents Of Haryana Stranded Outside The Country Arriving By Special Flights To India | 08-05-2020 | The Deputy commissioner of Sirsa has issued a letter to the relevant authorities of Sirsa directing all to ensure strict compliance of the Haryana Government Standard Operating Protocols for movement of residents of Haryana stranded outside the country and arriving by special flights to India. Some of the SOPs are as follows: i. All passengers to download the Arogya Setu application; ii. COVID-19 positive passengers to be taken to the designated medical facilities as per health protocol of the State Government, while the remaining passengers to be institutionally quarantined for 14 days; iii. If the institutionally quarantined passengers are found to be COVID-19 negative after 14 days, they will be allowed to go home and undertake self monitoring of health for 14 more days as per protocol. The remaining persons (if found COVID positive) will be shifted to the designated COVID hospitals by the Health Department. There are more such procedures to be followed. We have annexed the corresponding SOP. Please refer to the same for a detailed read. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Petroleum And Explosives Safety Organisation (Peso) Vide Circular Dated 9Th May 2020 Has Listed Down Additional Safety Measures Before Commencing The Production After Shutdown | 08-05-2020 | To prevent similar accidents like the LG Polymers India Pvt Ltd in Vizag, the Petroleum and Explosives Safety Organisation (PESO) vide circular dated 9th May 2020 has listed down safety measures to be taken by licensed / approved petroleum premises prior to commencing production after lockdown. The key measures to be taken up prior to commencing production are: - 1. Adequate measures to be taken to prevent runaway reaction and leakage of vapours in the atmosphere. 2. MAH installations covered under MSIHC 1989 Rules shall provide training to employees for fire fighting operation and conduct mock drills as per the rules. 3. Competent person to check that the tanks, valves, pipelines, ROV, sprinklers, sensors, fire fighting facilities, earthing system, Flame arrestors, vent pipes. Pressure gauges, temperature gauges, flame proof electrical equipment are in fit and operational condition. 4. Industries licensed for storage of solvents in underground tanks under the Petroleum Rules shall undertake inventory analysis and shall chart our all safety precautions for containment of release of flammable or toxic vapour and to prevent BLEVE (Boiling Liquid Expanding Vapour Explosion) 5. All operations of shutting down or resumption to be done under the supervision of a competent person. 6. Only trained personnel should be deployed for handling operations. 7. No repairs/Hot works shall be undertaken without permission. 8. Due precaution of should be taken for leakage of petroleum and any leakage should be reported to District Administration. 9. All bulk storage tanks of petroleum should be protected from any corrosion and antirust protective coating should be used or cathodic protection. | Mandatory | All premises storing, using Petroleum / solvents | No end date specified |
| Central | Safety Provisions To Be Followed In Petroleum Premises Approved/ Licensed/ Under Petroleum Rules 2002 During The Lockdown Period On Account Of Covid-19 | 08-05-2020 | Background: This Circular prescribes the Safety Provisions to be followed in Petroleum premises approved/ licensed/ under Petroleum Rules 2002 during the Lockdown period on account of COVID-19 consequent upon the accident took place at LG polymers India Pvt Ltd, Andhra Pradesh. All the licence holders covered under Petroleum Rules, 2002 must ensure the following safety provisions before commencing the production after shut down. The PESO in a recent Circular dated 8th May, 2020 has prescribed a set of Safety Provisions to be followed by all the licence holders covered under the Petroleum Rules, 2002 before commencing the production after shut down. (i) Adequate measures should be taken to prevent runaway reactions and leakage of vapours in the atmosphere from the storage tanks. (ii)The SOP provided at the premises shall always be strictly adhered to. MAH installations covered under MSIHC 1989 Rules shall undertake training to the employees for firefighting operation and conduct mock drills as stipulated under the said rules in presence of concern authorities. (iii) The competent person of the installation shall always ensure that the tank, valves, pipelines, ROV, Sprinklers, Sensors, firefighting facilities, earthing system, Flame arrestors, vent pipes, Pressure gauge and temperature gauges, Flameproof (Explosion proof) electrical equipment's and other accessories are in fit and operational condition. (iv)Industries licensed for storage of solvents in underground tanks under the Petroleum Rules 2002 shall conduct an inventory analysis of the storage tanks and shall chart out all the safety precautions to be adopted for the containment of release of flammable or toxic vapor and to prevent BLEVE ( Boiling Liquid Expanding Vapour Explosion). (v)All operations related to shutting down or resumption shall be strictly carried out under the supervision of competent person of the installation (vi)Only trained and experienced personnel should be deployed for handling operation of petroleum products. Training shall be imparted periodically to the working personnel of the installation. (vii)No Repairs/Hot works shall be carried out in the petroleum premises without the permission of concerned authority. Work permit system should be strictly enforced . (viii) All due precautions shall be taken at all times to prevent escape of petroleum into any drain, sewer, harbour, river or water course or over any public road or railway line. (ix) Any leakage of petroleum or fire is noticed, immediately it should be reported to District administration, nearest police station, fire brigade and other concern authorities as stipulated in on site emergency plan and off site emergency plan as submitted to above authorities. (x) No person shall smoke and no matches, fires, lights or articles or substances capable of causing ignition of petroleum shall be allowed, at any time in proximity to a place where petroleum is refined, stored or handled or in a vehicle's carriage or vessel in which petroleum is transported. (xi) Petroleum Class A shall not be conveyed to the shore from, or loaded into the same vessel simultaneously with Petroleum Class B or Petroleum Class C without permission from the licensing authority. (xii) The licensed premises shall be kept clean and free from all vegetation, waste material and rubbish. (xiii) All the storage tanks of petroleum in bulk shall be protected against corrosion by the use of antirust protective coatings or cathodic protection or any other means approved by the licensing authority. (xiv) The competent person of the installation shall ensure that all the safety equipment's, interlocks systems and alarms system are in fit and in operating conditions at all time. (xv)Every person storing petroleum products & other dangerous inflammable substances / solvents covered under inflammable substance act and every person in charge of or engaged in the storage, handling or transport of petroleum & non petroleum solvents as above shall at all time comply with the provisions of these rules and conditions of any license relating thereto and observe all precautions for prevention of accident by fire or explosion. | Mandatory | Manufacturing | No end date specified |
| Karnataka | Strict Directions To Health Personnel To Attend The Covid-19 Patients To Improve The Patient Care And Ensure Regular Monitoring Of Admitted Patients In Certain Hospitals | 08-05-2020 | With an aim to improve the patient care and ensure regular monitoring of admitted patients, the Government of Karnataka has given the following directions in an Order dated 8th May, 2020: 1. The Medical Superintendent of the Medical College COVID Hospital/District Surgeon of the Hospital belonging to the Health and Family Welfare Department will be the Nodal Persons responsible for the overall administration of the hospital and the clinical management of the COVID patients in their Hospitals. 2. The Medical Superintendent/District Surgeon shall prepare the duty roster for their respective hospitals and ensure that the teaching faculties, Senior Specialists, Specialists in Medical College Hospitals and Hospitals belonging to the Health and Family Welfare Department perform duties on rotation basis along with the postgraduates I residents. 3.One faculty of Anaesthesia should be posted in each team by rotation for all the shifts. The Director cum Dean I District Health and Family Welfare Officer should supervise the above arrangements and submit the report along with the roster & patient status regularly to the Director of Medical Education I Director of Health Services. | Advisory | Healthcare | No end date specified |
| Andhra Pradesh | The Government Of Andhra Pradesh, Health And Family Welfare Department, Laid Down A Standard Operating Procedure (Sop) To Handle Stranded Andhra Pradesh Returnees From Airports/Sea Ports. | 08-05-2020 | The Government of Andhra Pradesh, Health and Family Welfare Department, vide COVID Order 46, dated 08-05-2020, laid down a Standard operating Procedure (SOP) to handle stranded Andhra Pradesh returnees from Airports/Sea ports. The SOP lays down the following: 1. On arrival, the passengers are thermal screened as per health protocol by Health Officials. 2. Screening counters shall be established by the district collectors and Airport Authority. 3. All passengers are briefed with instructions and shall be asked to download Aarogya Setu app. 4. Passengers are asked to fill and submit the self-reporting form. 5. If passengers is symptomatic, they should be immediately taken to the nearest quarantine facility. 6. The remaining passengers shall be taken to their respective districts and will be quarantined for 14 days. 7. The data of all such passengers arriving shall be captured in the mobile app created for this purpose. 8. The state Nodal officer will make the travel arrangements. 9. Passengers who will be sent to their respective districts will boards APSRTC busses arranged for them. 10. The bus will be equipped with enough food and water to avoid stops. 11. Each bus shall be accompanied by police personnel to maintain social distancing. 12. After the arrival to the district quarantine facilities, the district officials will check the number of passengers against the MSS migrant labour data base. 13. District officials shall explain the further protocols to the passengers. 14. The passengers will be sent at Quarantine centres according to their choice. 15. Quarantine Nodal officers will enter the data of the passengers in MSS Quarantine login and submit the daily report of the passengers. 16. Samples of all the passengers will be collected and sent to the assigned labs. a. If tested positive passengers will be sent to the nearest COVID hospital. b. If tested negative on admission at quarantine centre, after completion of 14 days of quarantine period Passengers will be treated again. c. Stamping for 14 days quarantine will be done for all passengers . 17. PHS medical officers will be informed by SMS about the arrival | Mandatory | None | No end date specified. |
| Central | Safety Provisions To Be Followed In Premises Approved/Licensed Under Smpv (U) Rules, 2016 During Lockdown Period On Account Of Covid-19 | 08-05-2020 | The Petroleum & Explosives Safety Organization (PESO), under the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry, has taken various measures to ensure that no untoward incident takes place jeopardizing safety of men, machinery and public due to nationwide lockdown for containment of COVID-19 pandemic. In this regard, the PESO has issued guidelines in public interest for all the industries involved in storage and handling of compressed gases while restarting their industries after lockdown. | Mandatory | Industries using SMPV | No end date specified |
| Central | Advisory Covid 19 Pandemic - Nse Clearing Limited | 08-05-2020 | The NSE Clearing Limited has through a circular dated 8th May 2020 has issued an advisory clarifying that the risk management systems of the Clearing Corporation are robust to take care on any eventualities which may arise due to such volatility. Market participants and investors are advised to exercise caution while taking investment decisions in these unpredictable times. | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Karnataka | Govt Of Karnataka Has Issued Circular Dated 8Th May 2020 Allowing Inter State Travel Of Migrant Workers, Students Etc. | 08-05-2020 | Govt of Karnataka has issued Circular dated 8th May 2020 allowing inter state travel of migrant workers, students, pilgrims and other persons stranded in different states due to the nationwide lockdown. Inter state travel to and from the State of Karnataka will be allowed through notified entry and exit points only. For other details refer to the copy of the Circular attached for reference | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Nse Issues Circular Dated 8Th May 2020 On Investment Decisions | 08-05-2020 | NSE vide Circular dated 8th May 2020 has advised market participants and investors to take cautious decision while investing | Advisory | Market Participants and Investors | No end date specified |
| Karnataka | Guidelines For Non-Covid-19 Healthcare Facilities As Well As Dental Establishments Registered Under Kpme Act During Covid 19 Pandemic | 08-05-2020 | The Government of Karnataka has issue guidelines required to be followed healthcare facilities as well as Dental establishments registered under KPME Act during COVID 19 pandemic. The highlights of the guidelines are - i. All health care establishments have been advised to setup a triage area essentially functioning as a fever clinic and have exclusive entry and exit wherever feasible. ii. Health care facilities with more than 100 beds capacity and all Medical Colleges, have been required to collect the swab from suspect cases and send it to the nearest testing centres or if the District does not have a testing centre, they have to send the samples to the District sample collection centre. iii. Health care establishments have been advised to display the IEC materials to increase awareness amongst patients on Dos and Donts regarding COVID 19 at the reception or OPD areas. iv. Physical Distancing norms has to be enforced in all areas of the hospital. v. Hand sanitizers shall be provided in all locations in the hospital. vi. All Medical services especially essential and emergency medical/surgical care shall not be denied to any patients. vii. Billing, Pharmacy and Investigation Counters must be adequately manned to prevent crowding and periodical sanitization of the counters ix. It is mandatory to notify/report daily all cases of Suspected COVID-19 including cases of Severe Acute Respiratory Illness (SARI)/Pneumonia to BBMP Health administration/District Surveillance Units or DHO. x. Admission of any COVID-19 suspect patient should be notified to BBMP/District health authority immediately. | Mandatory | Healthcare establishments | No end date specified |
| Assam | Government Of Assam Issues A New Order Dated May 8, 2020 Clarifying The Conditions To Be Followed To Operate Industries And Tea Gardens/ Tea Manufacturing Industries Up To Their Full Capacity, In Continuation To Its Previous Order Dated May 5, 2020 | 08-05-2020 | The Assam State Disaster Management Authority, Government of Assam issued a new Order No. ASDMA 24/2020/Part 1/48 dated May 8, 2020 clarifying the conditions to be followed to operate all industries and tea gardens/ tea manufacturing industries up to their full capacity during the extended lockdown in continuation to its previous Order No. ASDMA 24/2020/Part- 1/47 issued on May 5, 2020. The Order dated May 8, 2020 states that all industries and all Tea gardens/ tea manufacturing industries are allowed to operate in Assam up to their full capacity including personnel, subject to maintenance of social distance and hygiene as detailed in carious guidelines of Health Department, Government of Assam. Further, the Order clarifies that the activities listed in the Order are allowed to operate except in Containment Zones and after following social distancing protocols. The head of the organization will be held responsible for violation of any COVIDI9 protocol. | Mandatory | All | 17-05-2020 |
| Central | Clarification On Dg Shipping Sop Dated 22-04-2020 | 08-05-2020 | DG shipping issues clarification for collection of COVID 19 samples on port premises. DG Shipping mentions that provisions of Para 5(2)4 & 5(2)(5) shall prevail as is | Mandatory | Shipping | No end date specified |
| Chandigarh | Chandigarh Administration Further Extends The Excise Policy For The Year 2019-20 From 16.05.20 To 30.06.20 | 08-05-2020 | The Department of Excise & Taxation, Chandigarh Administration by a recent public notice dated May 8, 2020 further extended the Excise Policy for the year 2019-20 for a period of one and half months i.e. 16.05.2020 to 30.06.2020. It further clarified that all the provisions of the Excise Policy for the year 2019-20 have been further extended up to June 30, 2020 for all the existing licensees as specified in this Notice of Chandigarh Administration. The Notice further states that in view of the extended provisions of the Excise Policy for the year 2019-20 up to 30.06,2020, all the licensees/stakeholders are hereby given an option to submit their application for extension through mail i.e. aetcchd1@gmail.com or manually in the office of the AETC, U.T., Chandigarh on or before 15th May, 2020 positively and those retail sale liquor vend licensees i.e. L-2/L-14A licensees under the Excise Policy of 2019-20, who had not earlier opted to get their licenses extended from 01.04.2020 to 15.05.2020 are also given an option in the interest of Government revenue, to get their licenses extended/ renewed from 01.04.2020 to 30.06.2020 and submit application for extension through mail i.e. aetcchd1@gmail.com or manually in the office of AETC, U.T., Chandigarh on or before 11th May, 2020 positively. | Extension of the Excise Policy for the year 2019-20 | All industries covered under the Excise Policy for the year 2019-20 in Chandigarh | 30-06-2020 |
| Odisha | Odisha Government Extends Covid-19 Quarantine To 28 Days | 08-05-2020 | Odisha Government has extended the quarantine period to 28 days. Every person returning from outside will now have to undergo compulsory institutional quarantine for 28 days instead of the existing 14-day period. However, based on their conduct and health condition, they may be allowed seven-day home quarantine after completion of 21 days. The decision was taken in consultation with health experts and considering various reports about COVID-19 incubation period in the wake of several persons testing positive after the mandatory quarantine period of 14 days. A fresh order issued by Chief Secretary Asit Tripathy stated that the quarantine period for all the people returning to Odisha will be 28 days in temporary medical camps (TMCs). People during home quarantine will have to strictly observe prescribed guideline and in case of any violation, stringent penal action will be taken, the Government has warned. | Mandatory | All | no end date specified |
| Telangana | Govt Of Telangana Issued Order Dated 8Th May 2020 Extending Validity Of Previous Orders Issued On Control Of Covid-19 And Provided Clarification On Closing Time For Shops/Establishments | 08-05-2020 | The Labour Employment Training and Factories Department, Govt of Telangana issued a notification dated 8th May 2020 and stated that the Govt Order dated 7th May 2020 on extension of the lockdown in Telangana till 29th May 2020 has extended the validity of the previous order related to control of COVID-19 till 29th May 2020 subject to relaxation under the order dated 8th May 2020. The present order also states that no shops/establishment except Hospital and Pharmacy will remain open after 6 pm. The previous orders which have been given extension by the present order have been summarised for your reference. Please search for the following Document Titles in the Covid-19 Package in Komrisk for the State of Telangana - i. Declaration of Paid holidays to Workers ii. Extension of lockdown in Telangana from 31st March to 14th April 2020 For further details, please refer to the attached copy of the order. For the summary of the Order dated 7th May as referred above please refer to document title "Govt of Telangana issues Order and revised Guidelines dated 7th May 2020 extending the nationwide lockdown for a further period till 29th May 2020" under the Covid-19 package. | Mandatory | Shops/Establishment | 29-05-2020 |
| Kerala | The Health And Family Welfare Department, Government Of Kerala, Has Released A Guideline For Quality Assessment And Quality Control Of Laboratories Performing Rt- Pcr For Covid -19. | 08-05-2020 | The Health and Family welfare Department, Government of Kerala, has released a guideline for quality assessment and quality control of Laboratories performing RT- PCR for COVID -19. The objective is to assess the quality of functioning of laboratories performing RT-PCR for COVID-19 and also to reach to the best performing standards. It also talks about the quality assessment tool , quality control and mechanism. The QA activity shall be performed twice a month (two weeks apart) and the soft copy(Excel sheet and scanned copy of annexure-1) of the report shall be sent to the email Id cov2eqa@gmail.com by 12 noon on or before 15th and 30th of every month. All information collected should be kept strictly confidential. | Mandatory | Laboratories /Clinics | No end date specified |
| Telangana | Date Of Furnishing Of The Integrated Returns In Hyderabad Extended By 2 Months And Fixed As 30Th June, 2020 | 08-05-2020 | The Telangana Government has extended the date of furnishing of the Integrated Returns for FY 2019-20 by 2 months and fixed the same as 30th June, 2020 as a one time measure. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Odisha | Factories In Odisha Shall Be Exempted From Provisions Relating To Weekly Hours, Daily Hours, Interval For Rest Etc. Of Adult Workers For A Period Of 3 Months And 12 Hour Shift Is Allowed In This Period Of Three Months And 12 Hour Shift Is Allowed In This Period. | 08-05-2020 | The Government of Odisha Labour and ESI department by a notification dated 8 May, 2020 notified that factories in Odisha shall be exempted from provisions relating to weekly hours, daily hours, interval for rest etc. of adult workers for a period of 3 months and 12 hour shift is allowed in this period of three months and 12 hour shift is allowed in this period with the following conditions: 1. No adult worker shall be allowed or required to work in a factory for more than 12 hours in any day and 72 hours in any week. 2. The period of work of adult workers in a factory each day shall be so fixed that no period shall exceed six hours and that no worker shall work for more than six hours before he had an interval or rest of at least half an hour. 3. The total spread over shall not exceed 13 hours. 4. No female workers shall be allowed or required to work in a factory between 7Pm to 6 AM unless specifically permitted by government. 5. Additional four hours of overtime wages per day shall be paid as prescribed under Section 59 of the Factories Act, subject to an overtime limit of 24 hours per week. | Mandatory | All | 08-08-2020 |
| Telangana | Commissioner Of Cyberabad, Telangana, Has Laid Down Guidelines For Operating It / Ites Companies During Lockdown Till 29Th May 2020 | 08-05-2020 | The Commissioner of Cyberabad, Telangana, has laid down guidelines for operating IT / ITES companies during lockdown till 29th May 2020. The Key points of the guidelines are:- 1. Companies to follow staggered timing, Login between 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM & Logout between 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Management of IT Parks and large IT campuses to monitor this strictly. 2. Companies to provide authorisation letter to employees who need to attend office (within the 33% workforce) and the authorisation letter should have route details. 3. Employees to carry authorised letter and their ID cards. 4. For company hired taxis / cabs separate authorisation letter with vehicle number to be mentioned in the letter. 5. Employees to commute from home to office and vice-versa. 6. Companies to strive to engage buses and to follow social distancing norms. 7. Movement will be prohibited between 7:00 PM to 6:00 AM. Movement for critical operations can be down basis the pass issued earlier. 8. Companies to ensure 33% workforce for all shits. 9. Guidelines issued earlier with respect to social distancing, wearing facial masks at all time, personal hygiene to be strictly followed. | Mandatory | IT / ITES | 29-05-2020 |
| Central | Safety Provisions To Be Followed In Explosives Industries Licensed Under The Explosives Rules, 2008 Before Starting Operations After Lockdown | 08-05-2020 | All licence holders of Explosives industries have been advised to follow various safety provisions before commencing operations after lockdown through a Circular issued by Petroleum and Explosives Safety Organisation. | Mandatory | Explosives Industries | No end date specified |
| Central | Safety Provisions To Be Followed By Industries Involved In Storage And Handling Of Compressed Gases In Cylinders Before Starting Operations After Lockdown | 08-05-2020 | All industries involved in storage and handling of compressed gases in cylinders have been advised to follow safety provisions to be followed before starting operations after lockdown through a Circular issued by Petroleum and Explosives Safety Organisation. | Mandatory | Industries involved in storage and handling of compressed gases in cylinders | No end date specified |
| Delhi | Govt. Of Nct Of Delhi Reiterates A List Of Activities Prohibited And Permitted With Restrictions, In Furtherance To The Order Extending Lockdown In Nct Of Delhi Dated 03.05.2020 | 08-05-2020 | Reiterating and in furtherance of its previous Order dated 3rd May, 2020, the Delhi Disaster Management Authority, Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi (Govt of NCT of Delhi), has brought in an Order dated 8th May, 2020, re-stating the measures taken and activities that are permitted, not permitted or permitted with restrictions, during the period of lockdown that had been extended till 17th May, 2020. The following activities and measures have been reiterated by the Govt of NCT of Delhi, which will be in effect till 17th May, 2020: Prohibited Activities across NCT of Delhi- 1) Schools, Colleges, Educational/Training/Coaching Institutions, etc. (Only online/distance learning is permitted) 2) Hospitality services except for those used for housing health, police, government officials, healthcare workers, stranded persons (including tourists) and for quarantine facilities. 3) All cinema halls, shopping malls, gymnasiums, sports complexes, swimming pools, entertainment parks, theatres, bars and auditoriums, assembly halls and similar places. 4) All gatherings such as social, political, sports, entertainment, academic, cultural, religious functions, etc. 5) All religious places/places of worship, will be closed for public. Religious congregations are also prohibited. 6) Cycle rickshaws and auto rickshaws. 7) Taxis and cab aggregators. 8) Barbour shops, spas and saloons. Measures for well being and safety of persons- 1) Movement of individuals for non-essential activities from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. is prohibited. 2) The following must remain at home, except for meeting essential requirements and for health purposes as per the National Directives: i) Persons above 65 years of age; ii) Persons with co-morbidities; iii) Pregnant women; and iv) Children below 10 years of age. Activities permitted with restrictions (No permission required from any authority for carrying out these)- 1) Movement of persons and vehicles is allowed only for permitted activities. Four-wheelers are allowed with a maximum of 2 persons plus the driver and two-wheelers are not allowed to have pillion. 2) All private Offices, irrespective of their location (except shopping malls) may operate with a maximum strength of 33% as per requirement. The remaining persons are to work from home. 3) Shops and markets- i) All malls, market complexes and markets will remain closed. However, shops selling essential goods, including books and stationery shops, fan shops in market and market complexes have been permitted. ii) All stand-alone (single) shops, neighbourhood (colony) shops and shops in residential complexes (both essential and non-essential), have been permitted to remain open. iii) Social distancing (2 gaz ki doori) has to be maintained in all cases. 4) Industrial Activities- i) All Export Oriented Units (EOUs); ii) Industrial estates; iii) Manufacturing units of essential goods, including drugs, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and their raw materials and intermediaries; iv) Production units which require continuous process and their supply chain; v) Manufacturing IT hardware and jute industries, with staggered shifts; and vi) Manufacturing units of packaging materials. 5) Construction activities- i) Only in-situ constructions (where workers are available on site and no workers are required to be brought from outside) is allowed. ii) Construction of renewable energy projects is allowed. 6) E-commerce activities are permitted only in respect of essential goods. 7) Movement of goods or cargo (including empty trucks), whether essential or non-essential, by any mode, is permitted. Further, it has been stated by the Govt of NCT of Delhi that none of the permitted activities are allowed in the Containment Zones. | Mandatory | All | 17-05-2020 |
| Karnataka | Sale Of Alcoholic Beverages In Cl-4, Cl-9 And Cl-7 Licensed Establishments In Light Of The Covid-19 Pandemic And The Consequent Lockdown | 08-05-2020 | Excise Commissioner, Karnataka vide Order (ECI/45/ Ja. IML/2019-20) dated 8th May 2020 has allowed stan-alone establishments outside containment zones holding CL-4, CL-9 and CL-7 licenses to sale alcoholic beverages in the Karnataka till 17th May 2020 or until stock (alcoholic beverages) lasts, whichever earlier. The said Order also specified conditions for the establishments to operate. For details, please refer to attached copy of the Order (in Vernacular) | Advisory | Establishments holding CL-4, CL-9 and CL-7 license in Karnataka | 17-05-2020 |
| Chandigarh | District Magistrate, Chandigarh Issues Orders Under Section 144 Crpc To Remain In Effect Till 13Th July, 2020 | 08-05-2020 | The District Magistrate of Chandigarh has issued multiple orders under Section 144 CrPC to the general public, hotels, restaurants, guest houses, cyber cafes, shopkeepers selling clot/uniform/sticker/logo etc prohibiting certain activities as well as carrying out responsibilities in the territory of Chandigarh till 13th July, 2020 i. A general prohibition has been announced on flying of drones/low flying objects, carrying of fire arms/lethal weapons etc. ii. Guests staying in hotels/guest houses to provide ID proof without which stay is to be prohibited. Register to be maintained and details of visitors/guests to be entered therein. iii. Prohibition on selling cloth/uniform/logo/sticker/flag attached on cars and any other item belonging to Army/Police/Para Military forces without keeping record of ID proof of the purchasers. iv. No landowners/tenant/manger of residential or commercial establishments are to let out any accommodation unless particulars of such person has been provided to the local police station. | Mandatory | All | 13-07-2020 |
| Maharashtra | Government Of Maharashtra Issues A Circular Dated May 8, 2020 On Safety Instructions To Be Followed By Factories Closed In The Lockdown Period And While Restarting Of Chemical Plants/Process Plants As Well As General Start-Up Instructions For All Factories After The Prolonged Closure Due To The Lockdown | 08-05-2020 | The Directorate of Industrial Safety and Health, Government of Maharashtra recently issued a Circular dated May 8, 2020 listing the safety instructions to be followed by factories closed in the lockdown period and while restarting of chemical plants/process plants as well as general start-up instructions for all factories after the prolonged closure due to the lockdown. The Circular lists Safety Instructions for closed Factories and also specifies safety instructions before start-up of Chemical factories specifically. Further, the Circular states that it is the duty of the Occupier to observe all reasonably practicable measures to ensure health, Safety and Welfare of all workers and persons residing in vicinity of Factory. It also specifies that the instructions given in the Circular are not exhaustive in nature and are only guidelines so if any additional precautions as may be necessary must be adopted by the factory management for safety of workers in the factories after prolonged shutdown. | Mandatory | All factories, Chemical factories | No end date specified |
| Himachal Pradesh | Imposition Of Section 144 Crpc In And Around Gram Panchayat Diur, Pichhla Diur And Khadjota Of Sub Division Salooni | 07-05-2020 | After two persons of Gram Panchay Khadjota, who were home quarantined, tested positive with COVID-19, District Magistrate, Chamba (HP) has issued a 144 order prohibiting the movement of all persons in and around Gram Panchayat Diur, Pichhla Diur and Khadjota of Sub Division Salooni. The order specified that - i. no person must leave their home on foot or by vehicle or roam/stand around any road or public place notified as a containment zone. ii. 4 or more persons are prohibited from assembling iii. except government medical facilities and authorised essential supply outlets, all shops and commercial establishments are to remain closed It must be noted that this order does not apply to government officials or health care professionals and those who have received special permission from the Additional Magistrate of SDM of the concerned area. It may be further noted that Panchayat Lanot, Himgiri, Kandhwara and Bhadella will serve as buffer zones for the abovementioned containment zones. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Notice Period For Draft Environment Impact Assessment Notification(Eia), 2020 Extended Till June 30 Due To The Lockdown | 07-05-2020 | The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change through its Press Release section dated May 7, 2020, has informed that the Notice period for draft Environment Impact Assessment Notification (EIA), 2020 has been extended till 30th June. The Ministry has received several representations for extending the notice period expressing concern that the draft EIA Notification 2020 was published during the lockdown imposed due to the Corona Virus (COVID-19) pandemic. Therefore, the Ministry after due consideration, has extended the notice period up to 30 June,2020. Any person interested in making any objections or suggestions on the proposals contained in the draft notification may forward the same in writing for consideration of the Central Government before 30th June 2020 to the Secretary, Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Indira Paryavaran Bhawan, Jor Bagh Road, Aliganj, New Delhi-110003, or send the same on the e-mail address: eia2020-moefcc@gov.in. The Ministry has also provided the link to detailed Notification. Background The Central Government by exercising its powers conferred under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986 had earlier published the draft notification namely, Environment Impact Assessment Notification, 2020 in a S.O. 1199(E) dated the 23rd March, 2020 in the official gazette on 11th April, 2020, for the information of the public likely to be affected thereby and for making any objections or suggestions on the proposal contained in the draft notification within 60 days from the date on which copies of the Gazette containing said draft notification were made available to the Public. | Notice period for draft EIA, 2020 extended till 30th June | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Telangana | Govt Of Telangana Issues Order And Revised Guidelines Dated 7Th May 2020 Extending The Nationwide Lockdown For A Further Period Till 29Th May 2020 | 07-05-2020 | Government of Telangana issues Order under the Disaster Management Act, 2005, dated 7th May 2020 extending the Lockdown in the State of Telangana for the third time for a further period beyond May 7, 2020 till 29th May 2020. For details, please refer to the attached document titled "Key Points_Telangana Lockdown Extension Order 7th May 2020". The copy of the Govt Order has also been attached for reference. | Mandatory | All | 29-05-2020 |
| Himachal Pradesh | Guidelines For Effective Quarantine System For Movement Of People From Other Districts And Other States Into Chamba District, Himachal Pradesh | 07-05-2020 | The District Magistrate of Chamba District, Himachal Pradesh has issued directions and clarifications under Section 3 of Himachal Pradesh (Covid-19) (Amendment) Regulations, 2020 for effective quarantine of people moving from other districts and other states into Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Dadra And Nagar Haveli | The Collectorate Of Dadra And Nagar Haveli, By An Order Granted Permission To Operate Offices, Workplaces, Factories And Establishments Under Certain Conditions. | 07-05-2020 | The Collectorate of Dadra and Nagar Haveli, by an order dated 07-05-2020, granted permission to operate offices, workplaces, factories and establishments under certain conditions. 1. The industries shall work only with the labours and employees in Dadra and Nagar Haveli. 2. All common areas should be disinfected completely using user friendly disinfectant mediums. 3. For workers coming from outside the industrial units campus, special transportation should be provided with prior approval. The vehicles should be allowed to work only with 30-40%. 4. Vehicles and machineries entering should be disinfected. 5. Medical insurance for workers is mandatory. 6. Provision for hand wash and hand sanitizers must be made. 7. Meetings of 10 or more people should be discouraged. Seating should be at least 6 feet away. 8. Not more than 2/4 persons will be allowed in lifts or hoists. 9. Use of staircase for climbing should be encouraged 10. Hospitals/clinics in the nearby areas which are authorized to treat COVID -19 patients should be identified and listed. 11. Addition or re-enforcement of workforce has to be duly informed. 12. An incident management team should be set up. 13. Biometric attendance system should be withheld 14. Thermal scanning should be practiced. 15. Arogya Setu app should be installed. 16. Face masks should be provided to all workers and ensured that it is worn at all times. 17. Wearing of face cover/ mask is compulsory in workplaces. 18. Sufficient provisions have to be made for frequent hand washing and supply of soap/ hand wash and sanitizers to be provided for all the workers. 19. Cleaning and sanitizing should be done at least 3 times a day. 20. Industry should ensure a gap of one hour between shifts. There should not be any overlapping shifts. 21. The vehicle used for the purpose of transportation of worker should be parked inside the premises. 22. Industrial workers residing in nearby areas will be allowed to go to the industries by walk, however maintaining social distancing. 23. Maintain minimum footfall in the factory. 24. Large meetings are prohibited. 25. If meetings are unavoidable, maximum 5 person at a gap of 6 feet from each other should be maintained. 26. Each industry should have a designated area for isolation of a symptomatic worker. 27. Symptomatic workers should be advised to stay at home. 28. Spitting and chewing tobacco is prohibited . 29. Intensive communication and training on good hygiene practices should be provided. 30. All payments of wages to be paid by the 5th of every month. 31. Necessary should be submitted. 32. Industries which falls in containment zone shall be treated as suspended. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Aerb Hq To Remain Open With 5% Staff | 07-05-2020 | AERB clarifies that its HQ shall remain open with 5% staff. Remaining staff to work from home. All employees are instructed to use Aarogya Setu app | Mandatory | AERB | No end date specified |
| Karnataka | Standard Operating Procedure For Industrial, Commercial Establishments And Private Offices During Covtd-19 | 07-05-2020 | The Government of Karnataka through a circular dated 7th May 2020 has issued a Standard Operating Procedure to be adhered to by the industries, Commercial Establishments and Private Offices during COVTD-1. The SOP broadly lays down the following points: 1. Transportation 2. Accommodation for employees / workers 3. Premises entry/ exit and surveillance 4. Operating Practices to be followed 5. Material movement 6. Construction Activity ((*Operating practices for factories/commercial establishments shall be enforced to construction activities as applicable) 7. Action to be taken on detection of Suspect/confirmed COVID -19 case in workplace. Please refer to the attached document for more details. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Tamil Nadu | Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board Issues Further Guidelines To Be Adhered Prior To Resuming Operations (Industrial Activities) | 07-05-2020 | The Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board (TNPCB) vide letter dated 7th May 2020 issues further guidelines to be adhered prior to resuming operations (industrial activities). The TNPCB has mentioned the following guidelines: - 1. All pollution control equipment's , effluent treatment plants, safety equipment's and machineries shall be kept in in good operable condition. 2. Plant re-commissioning activities shall be carried by skilled labourers in presence of higher authorities. 3. Adequate precautions should be taken to prevent possible leakage of poisonous gases. 4. Manual cleaning of STP and ETP tanks should not be done. Tanks should be cleaned mechanically as mentioned in the renewal consent orders. 5. Persons involved with tank cleaning shall be provided Personal Protective Equipment's (PPEs). 6. The STP/ETP tank cleaning activities shall be intimated to the concerned DEEs, TNPCB in advance. | Mandatory | All Factories / Industrial units | No end date specified |
| Haryana | Order By The District Magistrate, Rewari - Government Of Haryana | 07-05-2020 | The District Magistrate of Rewari, Government of Haryana has issued an order stating that the follow activities will be allowed to run/operate in the Municipal areas as well as the Rural areas: 1. All shops of Pesticides, Seeds, Fertilizers and Agriculture Implements may operate from 9am to 4 pm from Monday to Saturday. 2. Newspaper Vendors & Hawkers from 4am to 9am all 7 days of the week. 3. Restaurants, Bakeries, Sweet shops, halwais and similar shops may operate for take away and home delivery. | Mandatory | Pesticides, Seeds, Fertilizers and Agriculture Implements | no end date specified |
| Telangana | Telangana Government Extends Lockdown Till 29Th May, 2020 | 07-05-2020 | Telangana has extended the lockdown in the State till 29th of May, 2020 and issued the following guidelines: i. Prohibited activities: a. Domestic and international air travel of passengers; b. Passenger train operation except for special trains for stranded persons; c. Inter-state buses for public transport and movement of individuals by other means except for reasons as permitted by the Government; d. Inter and intra-district buses for movement of passengers is not permitted by the Government; e. Metro rail services; f. All schools, colleges, educational/ coaching/ training institutes etc. g. Hospitality services like hotels, lodges, etc. except those accommodating health, police, Government functionaries and stranded persons etc. h. Bars, pubs, cinema halls, theatres, shopping malls, gyms, i. All gatherings related to social, political, sports, entertainment, academic and cultural purposes etc. j. All religious places and places of worship for public; k. All religious congregations; ii. Movement of persons only for accessing emergency medical care (from 7 pm to 7 am). iii. No shops and establishments (except hospitals and pharmacy to remain open after 6) iv. In order to prevent transmission of COVID 19, wearing of masks/ face-covers have been mandated in public places. Violations of the same to attract fine of Rs. 1000/- v. Activities which were permitted earlier such as IT and ITeS related services, print, electronic media and their related services to telecom, postal, internet services, insurance and related activities, sale of essential commodities, inter-state and intra-state movement of goods, functioning of hospitals, clinics and medical shops, diagnostic centres and related establishments, banks and financial institutions including NBFCs etc. shall continue to operate; vi. Construction activities have been permitted in Green Zones, Orange Zones and rural areas; however, in Red zones (including GHMC area) only those sites will be permitted to operate where in-situ workers are available; vii. All industrial activities have been permitted in rural areas, orange and green zones; however, in red-zones in urban areas, industrial units in only Special Economic Zones (SEZs), Export Oriented Units (EOUs), industrial estates and industrial townships with access control, manufacturing units of essential goods, including drugs, pharmaceuticals, medical devices and their raw materials and intermediates, production units which require continuous process and their supply chain; manufacturing of IT hardware, manufacture units of packaging material etc. are permitted with staggered shifts and social distancing. viii. All shops in rural areas, orange and green zone, except malls are permitted to remain open; however, in GHMC and other municipal bodies in red zone, only shops selling construction material, hardware, equipment machinery for agriculture operations like pump sets etc. are permitted to remain open, in addition to those selling essential goods. ix. E-commerce has been permitted for all commodities in the orange and green zones; but only essential goods only inside the red zones; x. Private offices including IT and ITeS have been allowed to operate with upto 33% strength in red zones including the GHMC with the remaining persons working from home; however, in Orange and Green zones, private offices have been allowed to operate freely; x. Government offices to function with officers of the level of Deputy Secretary and above to the extent of 100% strength; rest of the staff to attend up to 33% as per requirement; in orange and green zones, permitted to operate with full strength; xi. restaurants, barber shops, spas and saloons not permitted in red zones. xii. taxis, cab aggregators and auto -rickshaws shall not be permitted in red-zones; xiii. In orange and green zones, all activities (barring the ones mentioned in points i (a. to k) are permitted. For further details, please refer to attached Order. | Mandatory | All | 29-05-2020 |
| Central | Covid-19 Pandemic Business Continuity Measures (Relaxation In Non Neat Systems Approval Process) | 06-05-2020 | In a Circular dated 6th May, 2020 the National Stock Exchange of India Limited (NSE) has informed that in view of the extension of lockdown due to the pandemic caused by the spread of COVID 19, , relaxation in Non Neat Systems approval process is extended till May 31, 2020. Background: This is in continuation to the following previous Circulars wherein NSE had cancelled the mock trading (Contingency) sessions scheduled for 9th May, 2020, the present Circular is being issued. | Mandatory | All (listed entities) | 31-05-2020 |
| Telangana | Govt Of Telangana Issues Letter Dated 6Th May 2020 To The Municipal Commissioners Regarding Opening Of Shops | 06-05-2020 | Govt of Telangana issues letter dated 6th May 2020 to the Municipal Commissioners regarding opening of shops in all the Municipalities in all Districts. The Commissioner is directed to allow shops to open in the following during the lockdown till 29th May 2020 starting 7th May 2020. a. In all Municipalities in all Districts the below mentioned category of shops are allowed - i. Shops dealing in essentials such as medical, grocery, dairy products, vegetables & nursery products ii. shops dealing in Cement, Steel, hardware, electrical, plumbing material & other such building constructions related shops iii. Agriculture related shops iv. Wine shops (except those in Containment zones) & as prescribed by excise departments. b. In all Municipalities located in Green and Orange Districts all shops mentioned under point (a) are allowed to open between 10 am to 6 pm and it will be ensured that any two adjacent shops are opened on alternate days. There are specific conditions for opening the shops detailed in the said Letter (attached for your reference). E-commerce shall be permitted in Green and Orange Zone Districts and municipalities contained therein. | Mandatory | Shops, E-Commerce | 29-05-2020 |
| Delhi | Govt Of Nct Of Delhi Issued Order Dated 6Th May 2020 Allowing Activities In Urban And Rural Areas In Addition To The Activities Allowed Under Previous Order Of Extension Of Lockdown Dated 3Rd May | 06-05-2020 | Govt of NCT of Delhi issued Order dated 6th May 2020 allowing activities in urban and rural areas in addition to the activities allowed under previous Order of extension of Lockdown dated 3rd May. Key Points: a. In Red Zone (outside containment zone), following Industrial Establishment in Urban Areas have been allowed subject to conditions stated in the Order dated 6th May 2020: i. Industrial establishments in SEZs/EOUs/Industrial estates/Industrial Townships with access control ii. Manufacturing units of essential goods, including pharmaceuticals, drugs, medical devices, their raw materials and intermediaries iii. Manufacturing of IT hardware iv. Production units which require continuous process and their supply chain v. Jute industry with staggered shifts and social distancing (with staggered shifts and maintaining social distancing norms) vi. Manufacturing units of packaging material. b. Industrial establishment in rural areas c. Construction activities in urban areas where workers are available on site and no workers are required to be brought in from outside. d. Construction of renewable energy projects. The order also list down guidelines to be adhered by the industries and construction activities which have been allowed to operate during the lockdown till 17th May 2020. For details please refer to the Order attached for your reference. | Mandatory | Industrial Establishments and Construction activitties in Red Zone (outside containment zone) in Urban and Rural areas | 17-05-2020 |
| Gujarat | Municipal Commissioner Of Ahmedabad City Orders Closure Of All Shop / Vendors Barring Milk And Medicines To Prevent Spread Of Covid-19 Virus | 06-05-2020 | The Municipal Commissioner of Ahmedabad city vide order dated 6th May 2020 has asked all shops to be closed from 7th May 2020 to 6:00 AM of 15th May 2020. Only milk and medicine shops are allowed to remain open. Shops / vendors of fruits, vegetables and groceries shall also remain closed during this one week. This order has been passed to tackle the rising number of COVID-19 cases in the city. | Mandatory | All Shops | 15-05-2020 |
| Himachal Pradesh | The District Magistrate, District Sirmaur At Nathan Himachal Pradesh Has Issued Certain Additions To Its Earlier Order Dated 03-05-2020 On The Permissions On The District. | 06-05-2020 | The District Magistrate, District Sirmaur at Nathan Himachal Pradesh vide Addendum dated 06-05-2020, has issued certain additions to its earlier order dated 03-05-2020 on the permissions on the district. 1. In partial relaxation to point no 14, home delivery of cooked food would be allowed from 9 AM to 9 PM with condition that the takeaway counter sales of food item would be permitted between 9 AM and 2 PM. The person making home delivery will take all necessary precaution and would sanitize his hands after making delivery and would wear face mask at all times. 2. All hotels which intend to run quarantine facility from their premises would submit detailed proposals to additional district tourism development officer who in turn will scrutiny and submit these proposals to District Magistrate for further necessary action. | Mandatory | Food Business | No end date specified |
| Himachal Pradesh | The District Magistrate, District Sirmaur At Nathan Himachal Pradesh Has Directed That The Area Of Gram Panchayat, Haripurkhol, Development Block, Paonta Sahib, Will Not Be A Hotspot/Containment Zone. | 06-05-2020 | The District Magistrate, District Sirmaur at Nathan Himachal Pradesh vide Order dated 06-05-2020, has directed that the area of Gram Panchayat, Haripurkhol, Development Block, Paonta Sahib, will not be a Hotspot/containment zone. Further certain guidelines have been laid out: 1. All shops are permitted to be open between 9 AM to 2 PM (except for Sunday). Shop keepers shall deploy 50% strength of workers with masks and maintain social distancing norm. The timings mentioned however will not apply to the shops selling essentials. 2. The Shopkeepers to make permanent markings on the ground inside the shop/stores and in the waiting area outside the shop at a distance of at least 1 metre from each other 3. Hair cutting Salons, Barber shops to remain closed 4. Shops selling liquors will be allowed but Ahta will remain closed. 5. The dhabas and halwai shops to be open between 9AM-2PM 6. The restaurants will be permitted to operate only for takeaways, however social distancing norms must be followed | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Uttar Pradesh | Clarification Regarding Submission Of Pre-Shipment Inspection Certificate. | 06-05-2020 | The DGFT vide a Trade Notice dated 6th May, has stated that the Import policy of metallic scrap and waste requires importers to furnish Preshipment Inspection Certificate (PSIC) for customs clearance of metal scrap and waste imports in accordance with the conditions laid out in Para 2.54 of Handbook of Procedures, 2015-2020. However, it has come to the notice of Directorate that importers have been finding it difficult to submit the original copy of PSIC document due to the prevailing situations during COVID-19 related lock down. In view of the above, it has been decided that a scanned copy of the PSIC document may be accepted in place of a physical copy for the purpose of Customs clearance. However, the importer has to provide an undertaking to the concerned Custom Authority at the time of the clearance as given in the Annexure to this Trade Notice. (Note: 1. Customs Authorities may take scanned copy of the PSIC document submitted by the importers for clearance without asking for the physical copy. The original physical copy of the PSIC needs to be submitted to Customs within 60 days of the clearance. 2. This facility is allowed only till 30th June 2020 in view of the present situation of documents movement interruption due to COVID-19.) | Mandatory | Importers | 30-06-2020 |
| Central | Epfo Simplifies Procedure To Obtain Digital Signature Certificate (Dsc)/Aadhar Based E-Sign By Employers | 06-05-2020 | EPFO vide Press Release dated 6th May 2020 has allowed the employers to obtain the Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)/Aadhar Based e-sign by sending the scanned copy of duly signed request letter to the concerned Regional Office of EPFO through email. Generally the Employers are required to obtain one time approval for the DSC/e-sign from Regional Offices. Official email addresses of the Regional Offices are available at www.epfindia.gov.in Establishments, whose authorized officers have approved digital signatures but are not able to locate the dongle, can login to the employer portal and register their e-sign through the link for registration of already registered authorized signatories. If their name against the approved digital signature is same as that in their Aadhar, the registration of e-sign will not require any further approval. Due to lockdown, EPFO to ease the process of compliance took the said decision. | Advisory | All | 17-05-2020 |
| Central | Sebi Grants Onetime Relaxations From Strict Enforcement Of Specified Regulations Pertaining To Rights Issue Under The Sebi Icrd 2018 Up To July 31, 2020 | 06-05-2020 | Keeping in view the present situation in the country, SEBI has granted onetime relaxations from strict enforcement of specified regulations pertaining to Rights Issue under the SEBI ICRD 2018 up to July 31, 2020. Key Points: i. Service of the abridged letter of offer, application form and other issue material to shareholders may be undertaken by electronic transmission ii. Failure to adhere to modes of dispatch through registered post or speed post or courier services related conditions will not be treated as non-compliance iii. The issuers shall publish the letter of offer, abridged letter of offer and application forms on the websites of the company iv. Issuer company along with lead manager(s) shall undertake steps to reach out its shareholders through other means such as ordinary post or SMS or audio-visual advertisement on television or digital advertisement. v. The issue related advertisement shall contain details as regards the manner in which the shareholders who have not been served notice electronically may apply. vi. Pursuant to Reg. 76 application for a rights issue shall be made only through ASBA facility. vi. In respect of all offer documents filed until July 31, 2020, authentication/certification/ Undertaking(s) in respect of offer documents, may be done using digital signature certifications. | Mandatory | Listed Companies, Companies intending to get Listed in Stock Exchange, Registered Merchant Bankers, Recognized Stock Exchanges, Registered Registrars to an Issue | 31-07-2020 |
| Central | Fssai Initiates Training For Food Businesses To Mitigate Covid-19 | 06-05-2020 | To enable and equip food businesses to function and reduce the risk of contagion, FSSAI has launched a training programme for food businesses under its flagship Food Safety Training & Certification programme (FoSTaC) for manufacturers, packers, transporters, retailers and food delivery partners and aggregators. The agencies/ NGOs serving food in places including langar, community kitchens etc., have also been advised to get their food handlers trained for COVID-19 precautionary measures. A certificate of participation shall be issued to the trainees through the FoSTaC portal. | Mandatory | Food Business Operators | No end date specified |
| Andhra Pradesh | Government Of Andhra Pradesh Issues Detailed Guidelines Relating To Inter-State Movement Of Migrant Workers | 06-05-2020 | Government of Andhra Pradesh issues guidelines to facilitate the movement of stranded migrant workers who want to go to their native state from Andhra Pradesh or want to return to Andhra Pradesh from other states. Facilities of movement by buses and train; and also provision for food by IRCTC will be provided. | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Dadra And Nagar Haveli | Few Industries Allowed To Operate Subject To Compliance With Standard Operating Procedure In Dadra And Nagar Haveli | 06-05-2020 | In view of the various applications received with regard to grant of permission to operate, the UT Administration of Dadra and Nagar Haveli has issued a list of various industries which have been allowed to operate. However, permission to operate will be conditional upon adherence to social distancing and sanitization measures. For further details, refer to attached document. | Mandatory | Manufacturing | 17-05-2020 |
| Central | Export Of Only "Alcohol Based Hand Sanitizers" Are Prohibited For Export | 06-05-2020 | The Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Department of Commerce, Directorate General of Foreign Trade by a recent Notification No. 04/2015-2020 dated May 6, 2020 has informed that only "Alcohol based Hand Sanitizers" falling under any ITCHS Code including the HS Codes as mentioned in this Notification, are prohibited for export. The Central Government under powers conferred by Section 3 of the Foreign Trade (Development & Regulation) Act, 1992 (No. 22 of 1992), as amended, read with Para 1.02 and 2.01 of the Foreign Trade Policy, 2015-20, amends its previously issued Notification No. 53 dated 24.03.2020 to the extent that only "Alcohol based Hand Sanitizers" falling under any ITCHS Code including the HS Codes as mentioned in this Notification, are prohibited for export. All other items falling under the above HS Codes are freely exportable. | Mandatory | Manufacturers of Hand Sanitizer | No end date specified |
| Central | Dgft Has Decided That A Scanned Copy Of The Psic Document May Be Accepted In Place Of A Physical Copy For The Purpose Of Custom Clearance For Import Of Metallic Scrap And Waste | 06-05-2020 | The Directorate General of Foreign Trade has issued a clarification dated 06-05-2020 with respect to submission of Pre-shipment Inspection Certificate (PSIC). The import policy of metallic scrap and waste requires importers to furnish pre-shipment inspection certificate (PSIC) for custom clearance of metal scrap and waste imports. In view of the situation relating to the pandemic, it has been decided that a scanned copy of the PSIC document may be accepted in place of a physical copy for the purpose of custom clearance. The importer has to provide an undertaking to the concerned custom authority at the time of the clearance as provided. Custom authorities may take scanned copies of PSIC document submitted by the importers for clearance without asking for the physical copy. The facility is allowed till 30th June, 2020. | Mandatory | Import of metallic scrap and waste | 30-06-2020 |
| Punjab | Govt Of Punjab Issues Order Dated 6Th May 2020 Revising The Time Of Opening And Closing Of Shops And Banks In The State During The 3Rd Phase Of The Nationwide Lockdown | 06-05-2020 | Govt of Punjab issues Order dated 6th May 2020 revising the time of opening and closing of Shops in the State during the 3rd Phase of the nationwide lockdown till 29th May 2020. All shops have been allowed to be remain open between 7 am to 3 pm. Banks have been allowed to remain open from 9 am to 1 pm to deal with customers. However Banks have been allowed to function internally as per their requirement. | Mandatory | Shops, Banks | 29-05-2020 |
| Central | Relaxations Relating To Procedural Matters Issues And Listing - Sebi Has Granted One Time Relaxation From Enforcement Of Rights Issue From The Issue Of Capital And Disclosure Requirements Regulations, 2018 Due To Covid-19. | 06-05-2020 | In a circular dated 6th May, 2020 the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has issued certain relaxations relating to procedural matters Issues and Listing. Due to the pandemic nature of COVID-19 and the lockdowns imposed thereafter by the Central and State Governments, SEBI based on representations has decided to grant the following one time relaxations from strict enforcement of certain regulations of SEBI (Issue of Capital and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2018 (ICDR Regulations), pertaining to Rights Issue opening up to 31st July, 2020 ¢ Service of the abridged letter of offer, application form and other issue material to shareholders may be undertaken by electronic transmission as already provided under the ICDR Regulation. Failure to adhere to modes of dispatch through registered post or speed post or courier services due to prevailing Covid-19 related conditions will not be treated as non-compliance during the said period. In addition to that, the issues have to publish the letter of offer, abridged letter of offer and application forms on the websites of the company, registrars and stock exchange. Further, the issuer company should reach out its shareholders through other means such as ordinary post or SMS or audio-visual advertisement on TV or digital advertisement, etc. ¢ The issue related to advertisement as mandated, will contain additional details as regards the manner in which the shareholders who have not been served notice electronically may apply. The issuer will have the flexibility to publish the dispatch advertisement in additional newspapers, over and above those required in Regulations. Further, the advertisement should also be made available on the website of the Issuer, Registrar, Lead Managers, and Stock Exchanges along with that the issuer can also make use of TV channels, radio, internet etc. ¢ In view of COVID-19 pandemic where shareholders who have not been able to open a demat account or are unable to communicate their demat details to the Issuer / Registrar to the issue of credit for REs, such shareholders are allowed to submit their applications subject to the following conditions i. Issuer along with lead manager(s) and other recognized intermediary will institute a mechanism to allow physical shareholders to apply in the rights issue. Issuer along with lead manager(s) shall ensure to take adequate steps to communicate such a mechanism to physical shareholders before the opening of the issue. ii. Such shareholders will not be eligible to renounce their rights entitlements. iii. Such physical shareholders will receive shares, in respect of their application, only in demat mode. ¢ In order to ensure that all eligible shareholders are able to apply to rights issue during COVID-19 lockdown times, the issuer will along with lead manager(s) to the issue, the registrar, and other recognized intermediaries institute an optional mechanism (non- cash mode only) to accept the applications of the shareholders subject to ensuring that no third party payments will be allowed in respect of any application. ¢ The issuer and lead manager will also ensure the following i. The above stated mechanism will only be an additional option and not a replacement of the existing process. Attempts will be made to adhere to the existing prescribed framework as far as possible. ii. The mechanism will be transparent, robust and have adequate checks and balances. It should aim at facilitating subscription in an efficient manner without imposing any additional costs on investors. iii. An FAQ, online dedicated investor helpdesk, and helpline will be created by the issuer company along with lead manager to guide investors in gaining familiarity with the application process and resolve difficulties faced by investors on priority basis. iv. The issuer along with lead manager, registrar, and other recognized intermediaries (as incorporated in the mechanism) will be responsible for all investor complaints. ¢ In respect of all offer documents filed until July 31, 2020, following relaxations will be granted i. Authentication / certification / Undertaking in respect of offer documents, may be done using digital signature certifications. ii. The issuer along with lead managers will provide procedure for inspection of material documents electronically. | Mandatory | All Listed Companies | 31-07-2020 |
| Meghalaya | Permitted Activities In Meghalaya | 06-05-2020 | Commercial and private establishments like shops dealing in essential goods, ecommerce companies, electrical shops, liquor shops, home delivery of books etc. will be permitted. Industries and Industrial establishments like food processing industries in rural areas, brick kilns, cement plants (with 50% capacity), mining of limestone, quarrying of chips etc will be allowed along with all agricultural activities, operation of tea industry, veterinary hospitals, construction activities, only in-situ in urban areas and all construction activities in rural areas. The above permitted activities are allowed subject to guidelines issued by the MHA. All those who wish to commence industrial/mining/construction activities should submit an undertaking to the Deputy Commissioner confirming adherence to the guidelines of MHA and protocols issued by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Fssai Initiates Training For Food Businesses To Mitigate Covid-19 | 06-05-2020 | FSSAI had issued detailed guidelines for food businesses during the COVID 19 pandemic. The same can be accessed at: https://fssai.gov.in/upload/uploadfiles/files/Guidance_Note_COVID_15_04_2020.pdf Further, to enable and equip food businesses to function and reduce the risk of contagion, FSSAI has launched a training programme for food businesses under its flagship Food Safety Training & Certification programme (FoSTaC). The training will be conducted online through the empanelled Training Partners. Food businesses can visit www.fostac.fssai.gov.in or connect the FoSTaC training partners directly for this certification programme. The training programme caters to all stakeholders in the food ecosystem comprising of manufacturers, packers, transporters, retailers and food delivery partners and aggregators. | Advisory | Food Business | No end date specified |
| Central | Dg Shipping Prescribes Additional Standard Operating Procedures / Protocols (Sop) For Controlled Crew Change Of Indian Seafarers At Indian Port Anchorages Within The Port Limits | 06-05-2020 | DG Shipping issues addendum to SOP for controlled crew change of Indian seafarers at Indian port anchorages within the port limits for compliance by all stakeholders. Prescribes standards for sign-on and sign-off by sea farers | Mandatory | Shipping | No end date specified |
| Chandigarh | Chandigarh Administration Extends The Date Of Depositing Property Tax Till 31St July 2020 | 06-05-2020 | The Chandigarh Administration vide order dated 6th May 2020 has extended the date of depositing property tax for commercial and residential properties till 31st July 2020. The rebate available up to 30th May 2020 will now be available till 31st July 2020. | Mandatory | All | 31-07-2020 |
| Central | Extension Of Due Date For Filing Of Gstr-9 And Gstr-9C For F.Y 2018-19 | 05-05-2020 | Central Board of Indirect Taxes & Customs (CBIC) has issued Notification No. 41/2020 Central Tax dated 5th May, 2020 to further extend the due date for furnishing the GST Annual Return in FORM GSTR-9 for the period from 1st April, 2018 to 31st March, 2019 from 30th day of June, 2020 to 30th day of September, 2020. Wherever copy of audited annual accounts and reconciliation statement duly certified, in FORM GSTR-9C, needs to be submitted along with GST Annual return, the same shall also stand extended till 30th day of September, 2020 for the period 1st April, 2018 to 31st March, 2019. | Mandatory | All | 30-09-2020 |
| Central | Validity Period Of E-Way Bill Generated On Or Before 24Th March, 2020 Extended Till 31St May, 2020 | 05-05-2020 | Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has issued Notification No.40/2020 dated 5th May, 2020 to extend the validity period of all those e-way bill which has been generated on or before the 24th day of March, 2020 and its period of validity expires during the period 20th day of March, 2020 to the 15th day of April, 2020, till 31st day of May, 2020. | Mandatory | All | 31-05-2020 |
| Central | Companies Allowed To Furnish Gstr-3B Period From The 21St Day Of April, 2020 To The 30Th Day Of June, 2020 Through Electronic Verification Code (Evc) | 05-05-2020 | Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has issued Notification No. 38/2020 dated 5th May, 2020 to further amended CGST Rules, 2017. Presently, a registered person who are registered under the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 are allowed to furnish the documents or application, returns including Form GSTR 3B verified through digital signature certificate only. However, after this amendment, during the period from the 21st day of April, 2020 to the 30th day of June, 2020 the return in FORM GSTR-3B can also be furnished after verified through electronic verification code (EVC). | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Central | Fssai Clarifies That There Is No Evidence Of Covid-19 Spread From Food | 05-05-2020 | The Food Safety and Standard Authority of India vide letter dated 5th May 2020 has again clarified that there is no evidence of COVID-19 virus spread through food. This clarification is basis several instances which has been brought to the notice of the authority where some products like frozen food, food served cold/chilled etc. were not allowed to be transported, stored or sold. | Mandatory | Food manufacturers, storage, retail / wholesale sellers | No end date specified |
| Rajasthan | Clarification In Respect Of Implementation Orders Dated 2Nd May 2020 Rajasthan | 05-05-2020 | Rajasthan government issues clarifications for lockdown orders across the state. Lists out clarifications, conditions and exceptions to permitted activities. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Himachal Pradesh | Shops In Lower Dhalpur And Sarwari Bazar To Operate On Alternate Days Of The Week | 05-05-2020 | The District Magistrate of Kullu, HP directed shops on either side of the path from Dhalpur to Lower Dhalpur and Sarwari Bazar to operate on alternate days of the week basis the side of the path they are on i.e., those on the right side to remain open on Monday, Wednesday and Friday and those on the left side to remain open on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from 10:00am to 3pm. | Mandatory | Shops | No end date specified |
| Central | Clarification On Holding Of Annual General Meeting (Agm) Through Video Conferencing (Vc) Or Other Audio Visual Means (Oavm) | 05-05-2020 | In a Circular dated May 5, 2020, the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has stated that the companies will be allowed to conduct their Annual General Meeting (AGM) through video conferencing (VC) or other audio visual means (OAVM), during the calendar year 2020, subject to the fulfilment of the specific requirements. The circular has been issued by MCA pursuant to several representations received from stakeholders for providing relaxations in the provisions of Companies Act, 2013 (the Act) to allow companies to hold AGM in a manner similar to the one provided in Circular dated 08.04.2020 (EGM Circular I)and Circular dated 13.04.2020 (EGM Circular II) (reported in trail) which deal with conduct of extraordinary general meeting (EGM). The MCA had also issued a Circular dated 21.04.2020,allowed companies whose financial year ended on 31st December, 2019, to hold their AGM by 30th September, 2020. Now, in the present circular, MCA has allowed AGM to be conducted through VC/ OAVM for the calendar year 2020. The following restrictions/ conditions are specified for conducting AGM through VC/ OAVM: A. For companies which are required to provide the facility of e-voting under the Act, or any other company which has opted for such facility I. The framework provided in para 3 -A of EGM Circular I and the manner and mode of issuing notices provided in sub-para (i)-A of EGM Circular II shall be applicable mutatis mutandis for conducting the AGM. II. In such meetings, other than ordinary business, only those items of special business, which are considered to be unavoidable by the Board, may be transacted. III. In view of the prevailing situation, owing to the difficulties involved in dispatching of physical copies of the financial statements (including Boards report, Auditors report or other documents required to be attached therewith), these statements must be sent only by email to the members, trustees for the debenture-holder of any debentures issued by the company, and to all other persons so entitled. IV. Before sending the notices and copies of the financial statements, etc., a public notice by way of advertisement must be published at least once in a vernacular newspaper in the principal vernacular language of the district in which the registered office of the company is situated and having a wide circulation in that district, and at least once in English language in an English newspaper having a wide circulation in that district, preferably both newspapers having electronic editions. The following information must be specified in the advertisement:- a. statement that the AGM will be convened through VC or OAVM in compliance with applicable provisions of the Act read with this Circular; b. the date and time of the AGM through VC or OAVM; c. availability of notice of the meeting on the website of the company and the stock exchange, in case of a listed company; d. the manner in which the members who are holding shares in physical form or who have not registered their email addresses with the company can cast their vote through remote e-voting or through the e-voting system during the meeting; e. the manner in which the persons who have not registered their email addresses with the company can get the same registered with the company; f. the manner in which the members can give their mandate for receiving dividends directly in their bank accounts through the Electronic Clearing Service (ECS) or any other means; g. any other detail considered necessary by the company V. In case, the company is unable to pay the dividend to any shareholder by the electronic mode, due to non-availability of the details of the bank account, upon normalization of the postal services, the dividend warrant/cheque must be dispatched to such shareholder by post. VI. In case, the company has received the permission from the relevant authorities to conduct its AGM at its registered office, or at any other place after following any advisories issued from such authorities, the company may in addition to holding such meeting with physical presence of some members, also provide the facility of VC or OAVM, so as to allow other members of the company to participate in such meeting. All members who are physically present in the meeting as well as the members who attend the meeting through the facility of VC or OAVM must be considered for the purpose of quorum. VII. All resolutions will continue to be passed through the facility of e-voting system. B. For companies which are not required to provide the facility of e-voting under the Act I. AGM may be conducted through the facility of VC or OAVM only by a company which has in its records, the email addresses of at least half of its total number of members, who a. in case of a Nidhi, hold shares of more than one thousand rupees in face value or more than 1% of the total paid-up share capital, whichever is less; b. in case of other companies having share capital, who represent not less than 75% of such part of the paid-up share capital of the company as gives a right to vote at the meeting; c. in case of companies not having share capital, who have the right to exercise not less than 75% of the total voting power exercisable at the meeting. II. The company must take all necessary steps to register the email addresses of all persons who have not registered their email addresses with the company. III. The framework provided in para 3-B of EGM Circular I and the manner and mode of issuing notices provided in sub-para (i)-B of EGM Circular II shall be applicable mutatis mutandis for conducting the AGM. IV. In such meetings, other than ordinary business, only those items of special business, which are considered to be unavoidable by the Board, may be transacted. V. Owing to the difficulties involved in dispatching of physical copies of the financial statements (including Boards report, Auditors report or other documents required to be attached therewith), such statements shall be sent only by email to the members, trustees for the debenture-holder of any debentures issued by the company, and to all other persons so entitled. VI. The companies shall make adequate provisions for allowing the members to give their mandate for receiving dividends directly in their bank accounts through the Electronic Clearing Service (ECS) or any other means. For shareholders, whose bank accounts are not available, upon normalization of the postal services, the dividend warrant/cheque must be dispatched to such shareholder by post. Both categories of companies mentioned in points A and B above must ensure that all other compliances associated with the provisions relating to general meetings such as making of disclosures, inspection of related documents/registers by members, or authorizations for voting by bodies corporate, etc are made through electronic mode. The companies which are not covered by the Circular dated 21.04.2020 and are unable to conduct their AGM in accordance with the framework provided in this Circular have been advised to apply for extension of AGM at a suitable point of time before the concerned Registrar of Companies. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | The Ministry Of Home Affairs, Government Of India Issues Standard Operating Protocols (Sops), For Movement Of Indian Nationals Stranded Outside The Country And Of Specified Persons To Travel Abroad | 05-05-2020 | The Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India has issued Standard Operating Protocols (SOPS), for movement of Indian Nationals stranded outside the country and of specified persons to travel abroad by an Order no. No. 40-3/2020-DM-I(A) dated 05/05/2020. This SOP is issued in continuation to the Ministry of Home Affairs Order No.40-3/2020-DM-I(A) dated 1st May 2020. The SOP has been annexed in this Order and the Ministry has addressed the Order to Ministries/Departments of Government of India, State/Union Territory Governments and State /Union Territory Authorities with the directions for its strict implementation. The Order specifies SOP to cover the following: (A) Standard Operating Protocol (SOP) for movement of Indian Nationals stranded outside the country. (B) Standard Operating Protocol (SOP) for movement of persons stranded in India who are desirous to travel abroad. | Mandatory | (A) Standard Operating Protocol (SOP) for movement of Indian Nationals stranded outside the country. (B) Standard Operating Protocol (SOP) for movement of persons stranded in India who are desirous to travel abroad. | 17-05-2020 |
| Andhra Pradesh | State Order Issued Post Mha Order Dated 1.5.2020 For Andhra Pradesh (Vishakhapatnam) | 05-05-2020 | The Vizag District Collector and District Magistrate has vide Rc No 100/EPID stated that the core and buffer area of the containment zones have been demarcated. Accordingly, 15 containment clusters have been notified in prescribed format for implementing containment strategy as well as permitting or prohibiting the activities as indicated in vide GO Rt No 262 dated 03.05.2020. Activities that are permitted for the orange district will be applicable to all the areas outside these containment zones. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Haryana | State Order Issued Post Mha Order Dated 1.5.2020 For Haryana (Gurugram) | 05-05-2020 | The Gurugram administration has directed to regulate the operations of the activities in the territorial jurisdiction of the district Gurugram. The activities that are prohibited are taken from the MHA order. Individual movement and vehicles only for permitted activities, four wheeler to have maximum two passengers besides the driver. For two wheelers, pillion riders are not allowed. Though Gurugram has been declared to fall in the "Orange" Zone by the MOHFW but keeping in mind the high incidence of cases and the continuous unavoidable movement to and from Delhi and Faridabad Red Zones , restrictions applicable to a Red zone will be enforced in the district as well. All establishments shall ensure permanent paint marking outside and inside their premises. These marks shall be made 6 feet apart and it shall be ensured that persons visiting and working maintain social distancing by means of those marks. They shall also ensure that there is enough space for people to stand as per the markings. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Assam | Assam Announces More Exemptions During Extended Lockdown | 05-05-2020 | The Government Assam has announced a number relaxations in view of the lockdown over coronavirus. The Government has imposed a curfew from 6 pm to 6 am in the state during the extended lockdown till May 17, and released a list of exemptions. The new relaxations include allowing all industries along with their supply chain to operate in the state without the need for any specific order. All personnel working will be allowed to commute to work at any time. While private offices operating from malls can also remain open. The list of the new exemptions have been detailed below for reference: 1.All industries along with their supply chain are allowed to operate in the state without the need for any specific order. All personnel working will be allowed to commute to work at any time. 2. Tea industries and workers engaged are allowed to operate at all times. Warehouses are allowed to operate and workers required for their operation are allowed to commute at all times. 3. All activities related to public distribution system, Food Corporation of India warehouses, Railways, LPG and Petroleum delivery and workers and staff engaged in these services are allowed to operate at all times. 4. E-commerce delivery is allowed between 6 am and 6 pm only, however, back-end activities and personnel engaged there are allowed at all times. 5. All automobile dealerships and outlets are allowed to operate between 6 am and 6 pm. 6. Supply-chain related to essential food items like milk, fish and other perishables including workers engaged in these activities are allowed to operate. 7. All essential services including conservancy services by municipal bodies and other government agencies are allowed. 8. Private offices located in the same building like that of a mall or a market complex are allowed to operate but shops in the same building will not be allowed to open. 9. Shops in market complex are allowed to operate with two shops closed between two open shops. However, grocery shops, pharmacies and medical establishments situated there are allowed to open on all days during the permitted hours. 10. All types Of goods-carrying vehicles are allowed to ply at all times. 11. All construction activities including highway construction are allowed at all times. 12. Bank employees are allowed to move beyond 6 pm depending on necessity. 13. Large standalone shops are allowed to operate with a limited number of entrants. Note- All these exemptions are not applicable in containment zones or hotspots (areas where number of coronavirus cases are high), the government said. It also said social distancing protocols should be followed in all activities and if an organisation violates any COVID-19 protocols, the owner of that place will be held responsible. | Mandatory | All | 17-05-2020 |
| Maharashtra | Clarification To Revised Guidelines On Lockdown Dated 5.5.2020 With Regard Steps To Be Taken By Authorities For Ensuring Availability Of Supplies And Regulating Shops And Markets. | 05-05-2020 | To ensure smooth and seamless availability of supplies the following steps will be taken by all authorities: i. All shops and markets which are allowed to remain open as per order dated 2nd and 3rs May, 2020 shall remain open to their full operational time and days. No restrictions like timing / day will be imposed by any authority, unless there is a need to regulate such shops or markets to be done by Municipal Commissioners of MMR and PMR and Nagpur, Aurangabad Nashik and by Collectors in rest of the areas. ii. Only Municipal Commissioner or District Collectors may change or alter boundaries of containment zones, post determining such perimeter or boundary of the containment zone on the basis of guidelines for demarcation. iii. All district authorities to assist, enable and facilitate Municipal Commissioners and District Collectors to perform and discharge the responsibilities. | Mandatory | All | 17-05-2020 |
| Maharashtra | Closure Of Non-Essential Shops And Establishments And Liquor Shops In Maharashtra. | 05-05-2020 | In the light of growing Covid-19 cases in Mumbai and the threat posed by gathering of people in large numbers without following social distancing norms, the Municipal Commissioner of Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai has ordered that only groceries and medical store or chemist shops will be opened amidst Covid-19 lockdown. No other shops which sells non-essential goods shall be opened. | Mandatory | All | 17-05-2020 |
| Karnataka | Karnataka Government Issues A Corrigendum Whereby Movement Of Stranded Persons Is Permitted With A One Time, Two Way Pass | 05-05-2020 | The Karnataka Government has, through a corrigendum, permitted the movement of migrant workers, pilgrims, tourists, students and other persons who are stranded as well as those who want to travel to their residences as a one time measure from one district to another with one time two way passes/ | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Haryana | Restrictions On Industrial And Commercial Establishments In Gurugram, Haryana | 05-05-2020 | The Gurugram district administration passes an order to impose restrictions in operations of industrial and commercial establishments. Among other things, they have adopted a week wise approach to relaxing the restrictions and have set forth conditions to be followed in red, orange and green zones | Mandatory | ALL | 17-05-2020 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Govt. Of Uttar Pradesh Adds 3 More Private Hospitals For Treating Covid-19 Patients | 05-05-2020 | Government of Uttar Pradesh vide notice dated 5th May 2020 has added 3 private hospitals for the purpose of treating COVID-19 patients. 1. Radhe Shyam Satyaprakash Hospital Trauma Centre, Amethi (Capacity of 100 patients and 2 ventilators) 2. Dr. RD Memorial Hospital, Chandauli Capacity of 55 patients and 1 ventilators) 3. HINDALCO Hospital, Renukut, Sonbhadra (Capacity of 150 patients and 4 ventilators) | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Initiatives By The Ministry Of Msme On Covid 19 Relief | 05-05-2020 | To mitigate the impact of the coronavirus outbreak, the Ministry of MSME has issued an action plan for providing relief to Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises. The plan broadly covers efforts put in by the Ministry of MSME & its Attached/Subordinate Organisations to fight Covid 19. For a detailed read, please refer to the attached document. | Advisory | MSMEs | No end date specified |
| Assam | Government Of Assam Issues A New Order Dated May 5, 2020 Permitting More Activities, In Continuation To Its Previous Order Dated May 3, 2020 | 05-05-2020 | The Assam State Disaster Management Authority, Government of Assam issued a new Order No. ASDMA 2412020/47 dated May 5, 2020 with more relaxations during the extended lockdown in continuation to its previous Order No. ASDMA 24/2020/Part- 1/43 issued on May 3, 2020. The Order dated May 5, 2020 allows all industries and their supply chain to operate in Assam without the need for any specific order. All personnel working therein are allowed to commute to work at all times. The Order also lists various other activities that are allowed to operate adhering to the conditions and operational timelines as specified by the Order. Further, the Order clarifies that the activities listed in the Order are allowed to operate except in containment Zones and after following social distancing protocols. The head of the organization will be held responsible for violation of any COVIDI9 protocol. | Mandatory | All | 17-05-2020 |
| Ladakh | Government Of Ladakh Revises The Sop For The Movement Of People Stranded At Different Places | 05-05-2020 | The UT of Ladakh in view to help the stranded persons in the Ladakh region has issued revised SOPs keeping in demands of the LAHDCs of Leh and Kargil. Stranded persons can get in touch with respective Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Councils (LAHDCs) through Facilitation Officers for transportation in buses and facilities en-route. The final ist of buses with details of passengers, drivers etc., point of start and termination, will have to be submitted to the Nodal officers assigned to the various states by 5PM daily as per the format. In addition to that it must be ensured that the passengers of red zones are not mixed with passengers from orange and green zones in the same bus. In case there any mix up the all passengers will have to undergo institutional quarantine for 14 days. Further, the passengers (stranded people) travelling in such buses will be designated as regulated travellers and they will not be allowed to go home and will be put under home quarantine for 14 days. Inbound persons showing COVID-19 symptoms will be taken in seperate vehicles for 14 days institutional quarantine and the screening for inbound persons will be at Minamarg and Khaltsi. Any person coming in without due permission of the authorities will be under mandatory quarantine in institutional facility for 14 days. Returnees are requested to register themselves on the "Aarogya Setu App" and "Connect Ladakh Portal / App" mandatorily. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Madhya Pradesh | The Government Of Madhya Pradesh Exempts All Factories Registered Under The Factories Act, 1948 In Madhya Pradesh From Certain Provisions Of The Factories Act, 1948 And Madhya Pradesh Factories Rules, 1962 For 3 Months Due To Covid-19 | 05-05-2020 | The Government of Madhya Pradesh through the Madhya Pradesh Gazette publication dated May 5, 2020 states that the Government of Madhya Pradesh has prepared an action plan for 1000 days and has decided to create more economic activities and employment opportunities in the view of COVID-19 by exempting industries in the state from certain provisions of Factories Act, 1948 for the next 1000 days. The Government of Madhya Pradesh under the powers conferred by Section 5 of the Factories Act, 1948 exempts all Factories registered under the Factories Act, 1948 in the state of Madhya Pradesh from all the provisions of the Factories Act, 1948 and Madhya Pradesh Factories Rules, 1962 except section 6, 7, 8 and section 21 to 41-H under Chapter-4 about safety, section 59, section 65, section 67, section 79 section 88, section 112 and rules made thereunder for 3 months from the date of publication of this notification in the Madhya Pradesh Gazette. | Exemption for 3months | All Industries registered under the Factories Act, 1948 in the state of Madhya Pradesh | 05-08-2020 |
| Himachal Pradesh | Introduction Of Aarogya Setu Ivrs 1921 For Citizens With Feature Phones And Landlines. | 05-05-2020 | Pursuant to launch of Aarogya Setu IVRS 1921 for citizens with feature phones and landlines, the National Health Mission of Himachal Pradesh vide circular dated 5.5.2020 has requested all district authorities to popularise the services to all citizens (public and media) for availing benefits of the same. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Uttar Pradesh | Uttar Pradesh Allows Operation Of Industries Without The Requirement Of Any Special Permission Or Noc | 05-05-2020 | Uttar Pradesh has allowed operation of industrial units in Orange and Green zones without the requirement of any special permission or NOC. However, a self-declaration needs to be submitted by the head of the establishment to the District Magistrate along with concerned Deputy Commissioner of Department of Industries in the District., stating that all applicable guidelines and SOPs are being adhered to. With regard to the industrial units in the red zones in different districts, after obtaining the self-declaration from such units, the District level officers of the Industrial Development Department or Department of Micro Small and Medium enterprises shall prepare and submit a list of permissible units to the District Magistrate without any delay. The above-mentioned proceedings should be completed within 3 days. After obtaining permission from the District magistrate no other pass will be required for the personnel of the respective units. Only the identity card issued by the respective establishments/ units along with the list of personnel issued by the head of the unit will be valid for movement. Please note that the Notification is in Vernacular and we have translated it to the best of our understanding. Once an official translation is available, we will update in case there is a requirement. For further details on the self-declaration Form, refer to the appended document. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| West Bengal | West Bengal Government Vide Order Dated 4Th May, 2020 Includes Additional Activities In View Of Mha1May Order And Extends The Validity Of All Other Orders On The Same Subject | 04-05-2020 | The Government of West Bengal has through an order dated 4th May, 2020 included some additional permitted activities within the state outside of containment zones. This order also additionally extends the validity of all previous orders on the same subject till 17th May, 2020. Newly added activities include: Mining Activities in Orange and Green Zones, Construction area in rural areas and also in place where workers are available in-situ etc. | Mandatory | All | 17-05-2020 |
| West Bengal | West Bengal Government Publishes List Of Containment Zones Within The State | 04-05-2020 | The Government of West Bengal has published the list of containment zones across all its districts within the state. The same provided for in the Link/attachment. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Sikkim | Renewal Of Trade License - Sikkim | 04-05-2020 | In a press release dated 4th of May 2020, the Government of Sikkim has extended the renewal timeline of all Trade licenses to 30th June 2020 without any late fee. The licensee may log into gmctradelicence.in and submit their request for approval. | Advisory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Karnataka | It / Ites, Data/Call Centres, Telecommunications Companies In Karnataka To File Self-Declaration Of Adhering To Sop Prior To Opening Of Workplace | 04-05-2020 | Commerce & Industries department, Government of Karnataka vide circular dated 4th May 2020 has asked all the IT / ITES, Data/Call centres, Telecommunications companies to submit a self-declaration of adhering the Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) to the concerned district centres prior to starting operations. The format of the Self-Declaration has also been provided as an Annexure with the circular. | Mandatory | IT / ITES, Data/Call centres, Telecommunications companies | No end date specified |
| Karnataka | Karnataka Government Directs That The Industries, It /Ites Companies, Data/Call Centers, Telecommunication, Internet Services & Incubators Which Are Eligible To Operate As Per Its Order Dated 02.05.2020 And Essential And Other Category Industries Which Were Permitted To Operate Earlier Must Submit Online A Self-Declaration | 04-05-2020 | The Commerce & Industries Department, Government of Karnataka has issued a Circular dated May 04, 2020 relating to Operating of Industries / Industrial Establishments in Karnataka. This present Circular refers to the previous Circulars issued by the Government such as its previous Order No. RD 158 TNR 2020 dated 02.05.2020, wherein it had allowed certain industries and IT / ITES companies to operate in urban areas and all industries in rural areas outside the Containment Zones in Red Zone, Orange Zone and Green Zone Districts. In this regard, this Circular directs that the Industries, IT /ITES companies, Data/Call Centers, Telecommunication, Internet Services & Incubators which are eligible to operate as per the afore mentioned Order No. RD 158 TNR 2020 dated 02.05.2020, must submit online a Self-Declaration of adhering to Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) through the link COVID-19 SELF DECLARATION provided in the Website www.kum.karnataka.gov.in before starting the unit / operations. It further specifies that Essential and other category industries which were permitted to operate earlier are also directed to submit the Self Declaration in the website. Format of the Self Declaration is enclosed as an Annexure in the Circular. | Mandatory | (1) Industries, IT /ITES companies, Data/Call Centers, Telecommunication, Internet Services & Incubators eligible to operate as per the Order No. RD 158 TNR 2020 dated 02.05.2020 (2) Essential and other category industries which were permitted to operate earlier | 17-05-2020 |
| Central | The Tea Board Vide Circular Dated 04-05-2020, Stated That Pursuant To The Extension Of The Lockdown Orders. Attending Day To Day Activities Of The Tea Board Is Extended | 04-05-2020 | The tea board vide circular dated 04-05-2020, stated that pursuant to the extension of the lockdown orders. Attending day to day activities of the tea board is extended till 17th May 2020. This step was taken to contain the spread of COVID 19, however the guidelines as detailed in the circular under reference remains unchanged | Mandatory | Tea | 17-05-2020 |
| Central | Esic Hospitals To Resume Medical Services From 5Th May 2020 | 04-05-2020 | ESIC issued letter dated 4th May 2020 requiring all ESIC Hospitals, which on previous occasion were not designated to provide Covid treatment and where medical services were curtailed, shall resume from 5th May 2020 subject to social distancing norms | Mandatory | ESIC Hospitals | No end date specified |
| Central | Tea Board Further Extends The Due Date Of Return Submission For The Months Of March And April, 2020 To 31St May, 2020 | 04-05-2020 | The Tea Board of India has extended due date of return submission for the months of March and April, 2020 to 31st May, 2020 for the benefit of stakeholders and ease of return submission | Advisory | Tea Plantation | 31-05-2020 |
| Chhattisgarh | State Order Issued Post Mha Order Dated 1.5.2020 Regarding Exemptions In Chhattisgarh | 04-05-2020 | The Mahasamund district in Chhattisgarh (classified under Green zone) has issued Orders exempting certain activities during the extended period of lockdown till 17th May 2020 (Note: Please note that the Order is in Vernacular and we have translated it to the best of our understanding. Once an official translation is available, we will update in case there is a requirement) | Mandatory | All | 17-05-2020 |
| Chandigarh | Ut Administration Clarifies Odd-Even Rules For Shops | 04-05-2020 | The UT Administration of Chandigarh vide order dated 4th May 2020 has clarified that all shops selling essentials such as ration, medicines, milk, vegetables, and fruits will be exempted from the odd-even rule. All neighbourhood shops in newly created sectors; Sector 12 (west) Sector 14 (west), Sector 39 (west), Sector 56 (west), Sector 13 and villages will abide by odd-even rule. | Mandatory | All shops | 17-05-2020 |
| Haryana | Operating Time For Shops In Haryana And Chandigarh | 04-05-2020 | Following types of shops are permitted to open along with permitted timings: a) all essential & non-essential shops - 8am to 2pm b) vita booths, milk booths, petrol pumps, medical stores - 7am to 7pm c) wholesale sabzi mandi - 5am to 10am Strict compliance with the attached SOP is required | Mandatory | Retail | No end date specified |
| Central | Fssai Takes Steps To Facilitate Food Business Operators (Fbos) To Function During The Onset Of Covid-19 | 04-05-2020 | In a recent advisory, the FSSAI has taken steps to facilitate Food Business Operators (FBOs) to function during the onset of COVID-19 including issuing a guidance note titled "Food Hygiene and Safety Guidelines for Food Businesses during Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Pandemic." Based on this note, FSSAI has also initiated a training module on essentials of food safety and hygiene practices during COVID 19 through its flagship FOSTAC programme. This has been made available through video conferencing. The resource material has been made available on the FSSAI website.FSSAI has also permitted FBOs other than manufacturers to operate temporarily on the basis of a valid receipt of FSSAI licence/registration application having a 17 digit Application Reference Number (ARN) generated on Food Licensing and Registration System (FLRS). | Advisory | Food Businesses | No end date specified |
| Himachal Pradesh | The District Magistrate, District Sirmaur At Nathan Himachal Pradesh Has Issued Partial Modifications/Clarifications To Its Earlier Order. | 04-05-2020 | The District Magistrate, District Sirmaur at Nathan Himachal Pradesh vide notification dated 04-05-2020, has issued partial modifications to its earlier order dated 03-05-2020 on the permissions and prohibitions on the district. 1. Clarifying the point no. 4 of the original order, Inter-state movement of individuals for all non- essential activities shall remain strictly prohibited between 7PM to 7 AM. However, all other movements of persons and vehicles would be subject to permissions and passes issued by competent authorities. 2. The timing of opening of shops have been revised to 9AM to 2PM (from 10 AM to 3 PM.) However vegetables and fruit shops, dairy shops, fair price shops, bakery units, standalone shops selling essential items and liquor shall be excluded. 3. Intra-district movement do not require a pass but allowed only between 9 AM to 2PM. | Mandatory | Retail | No end date specified |
| Karnataka | The Government Of Karnataka Has Issued Sops For Guidance And Necessary Action To Take Care Of International Travellers Entering Karnataka At Various Airports And Seaports. | 04-05-2020 | The Government of Karnataka, vide notice dated 04-05-2020, has issued Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for guidance and necessary action to take care of International travellers entering Karnataka at various airports and seaports. Pursuant to the decision by the Government of India to allow Indian citizens to come back to India from abroad, 10,823 passengers are expected to arrive in Karnataka. This guideline has been framed in order to screen and quarantine these passengers. The Guidelines includes the following: 1. Screening and categorisation of passengers at Health counters at entry points 2. Counters for other services to be set up at the entry points 3. Quarantine stamping and period basis the categorisation. 4. Actions for each category of passengers. 5. Testing Protocols 6. Logistics and Transportation 7. Food and hotels 8. Bio-medical waste management Basis the categorisations, there are specific instructions for medical supervision, examination and institutional quarantine. There are specific SOPs for Home quarantine as well. The SOP also talks about formation of a Home Quarantine Enforcement Squad, to take action on those not following home quarantine. | Mandatory | None | No end date specified |
| Assam | Order By The General Administration Department, Government Of Assam For Strict Implementation Of Lockdown Orders In Assam And In Assam Houses/Bhawans In Other States | 04-05-2020 | The Government of Assam through an Order dated 04th of May 2020 has directed all Divisional Commissioners, Deputy Commissioners and SDOs(Civil) to follow scrupulously the new guidelines of Ministry of Home affairs issued on 1st May 2020 and Govt of Assams direction issued on 3rd May 2020 to carry out the functions of prescribed activities in their jurisdiction considering the ground situation and their requirements. Further respective head of Assam Bhawans/Houses located in other states shall draw up their function plan as per the MHA guideline issued on 1st May 2020 and guidelines which may have been issued by respective states where such houses/bhawans are located. | Mandatory | All | 17-05-2020 |
| Chandigarh | Clarification To The Extended Lockdown Guidelines For Chandigarh | 04-05-2020 | 1. All shops selling essential commodities i.e. ration, medicines, milk, vegetables and fruits to be exempted from odd-even rule; 2. All neighbourhood shops in newly created sectors such as Sector 12 (West), Sector 14 (West), Sector 39(West), Sector 56 (West), Sector 13 and villages to remain open on odd-even basis. | Mandatory | All | 17-05-2020 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | Government Of Arunachal Pradesh Adopts The Mha Order With Respect To Extension Of Lockdown | 04-05-2020 | The Government of Arunachal Pradesh vide order dated 4th May 2020 has adopted the MHA order on extension of lockdown dated 1st may 2020. The Arunachal Pradesh Govt has further made specific guidelines with respect to the following: - 1. Movement of individuals for non-essential activities will be prohibited from 7:00 PM to 5:00 AM in all district headquarters, check gate areas and capital complex region including Doimukh and Yupia. 2. Movement of people from Assam will be regulated by non-stop convoy led by police team in both directions. 3. People coming into the state of Arunachal Pradesh will be placed under institutional quarantine and a mandatory sample collection for RT-PCR test after 14 days. 4. Weekly markets will not be operational till further order. | Mandatory | All | 17-05-2020 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | Order By Deputy Commissioner Of East Siang District, Pasighat, Arunachal Pradesh Lists Permitted & Prohibited Activities In The District | 04-05-2020 | Deputy Commissioner of East Siang District, Pasighat, Arunachal Pradesh vide order dated 4th May 2020 has listed down the activities which are permitted and prohibited in the district. Key activities permitted: - 1. All essential and non-essential shops and allowed to open. The shops can function from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM. 2. Commercial establishments are allowed to function from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM. 3. Non-Covid medical services can start. 4. E-commerce (Labour should not be brought from outside the state) 5. Private offices allowed to function with minimum workforce. 6. Banks / Financial institutions / courier services. 7. Urban in-situ construction (Labour should not be brought from outside the state) 8. Intra & Inter district movement of people 9. Public transport to function with 50% capacity 10. All kinds of Construction and Industrial activities Key activities Prohibited: - 1. Weekly Markets 2. Air, Rail, except for air ambulance. 3. Hotels / Restaurants (only home delivery allowed) 4. Cinema Halls, shopping malls, sports complexes etc. 5. All religious places 6. Persons above 65 years of age, person with co-morbidities, pregnant women and children below the age of 10 years. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Nagaland | Govt Of Nagaland Issued Lockdown Advisory Dated 4Th May 2020 And Has Listed Down Activities In A Tabular Form Along With Exceptions / Conditions. | 04-05-2020 | Government of Nagaland vide lockdown advisory dated 4th May 2020 has listed down in a tabular form all the activities that can be / cannot be undertaken in the state of Nagaland along with exceptions and conditions. The tabular form has further bifurcated activities into 1. All Nagaland 2. Border Sub-divisions 3. Other districts Exceptions have also been listed. The tabular format has Travel Movement, Shops and Market, offices and institutions. public place gatherings, Agriculture activities and also has the list of essential services. The lockdown advisory has ANNEXURE I which is bifurcated into two parts: - Part I - SOP for public places Part II - SOP for Workplaces For a detailed read, please refer to the attached document. | Mandatory | All | 17-05-2020 |
| Delhi | Govt Of Nct Delhi, Amends The Delhi Excise Rules 2010 And Has Levied 70% Special Corona Fee | 04-05-2020 | The Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi, amends the Delhi Excise Rules 2010 and has levied 70% Special Corona Fee of the maximum retail price on all categories of liquor sold through retail licensees for consumption "off" the premises. | Mandatory | Liquor Industry | No end date specified |
| West Bengal | West Bengal Government Issues Further Clarification Listing Additional Activities Permitted Outside The Containment Zones All Over The State | 04-05-2020 | The Government of West Bengal in an Order dated May 4, 2020 refers to the Government of India Order no. 40-3/2020-DM-I(A) dated 01/05/2020 and issued further clarifications listing the additional activities as specified in this Order which are permitted from May 4, 2020 outside the containment zones all over the state of West Bengal, over and above as allowed in the previous orders largely pertaining to essential goods and services. The Order further states that it is advised that home delivery and work-from-home should be the preferred option as far as possible. Norms of social distancing and health & hygiene protocols should be strictly followed. Wearing of masks is compulsory. The Order lists various activities permitted for operation, few are listed below, such as: 1. Private offices can operate from 10 AM to 6 PM with up to 25% strength. 2. Industrial activities with prior permission for which request may be sent by email to cs-westbengal@nic.in. 3. Stand-alone shops (single shop in any area /locality/residential neighbourhood) from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. 4. Neighbourhood shops related to Hardware, Laundry, Mobile and Mobile recharging, Electronics, Garments & Textiles, Books, Stationery, Paint and Varnishing, Electrical Appliances, Electric Goods, Tyre & Tubes, Batteries, Motor Vehicle Repair and Spare Shops etc including such items mentioned in Annexure I of this Order are allowed to operate from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Sweetmeat shops can remain open up to 6 PM. 5. Intra district bus services within the districts in Green Zones only with 20 passengers or up to 50% seating capacity at a time, whichever is less. Buses must be disinfected regularly and it must be ensured that all the passengers wear masks. Operational routes within the district shall be decided by District Magistrates of the respective districts. In no case, these buses shall cross district boundaries. 6. Mining activities in Green and Orange Zones including transport of materials to permitted work sites. 7. All construction activities in rural areas. 8. Gathering of not more than 7 (seven) persons shall be permitted at a time in banks, post-offices, ration shops and any other shops & establishments allowed under this order. | Mandatory | All | 17-05-2020 |
| Tamil Nadu | Guidelines For Demarcation Of Containment Zones To Control Covid-19 | 04-05-2020 | The Tamil Nadu government has notified the guidelines for demarcation of containment zones to control COVID-19 and also the list of containment zones across the State. The notification was issued under the Disaster Management Act, 2005. Please refer to the attached document for details | Mandatory | All | no end date specified |
| Sikkim | The District Magistrate Of Rabdentse In West Sikkim Has Issued A Prohibitory Order Restricting Inter And Intra State Movement | 04-05-2020 | The District Magistrate of Rabdentse in West Sikkim has issued a prohibitory Order under Section 144 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 for West District Sikkim. Key Restrictions: Inter state movement: i. Complete restriction on interstate movement of light transport vehicles from outside the State. Essential commodities to be transported by truck; ii. Directions regarding transportation of essential commodities in identified trucks issued vide Order no 295/ DM (W) dated 17th April 2020 shall continue; iii. All drivers and helpers of trucks registered in West Bengal as well as other States entering the district from outside the State with valid permit to transport essential commodities, goods and other items shall leave the district after unloading the consignment/ materials as far as practicable. In case such drivers and helpers are unable to leave the district, they shall stay at the identified transit camps. Intra State Movement: i. Assembly of five or more people prohibited; people to only come out of their houses for basic services; ii. Movement of stranded persons within the State to travel to their places of residence should be allowed on the basis of one day permits obtained from BDOs, SDMs and ADMs; iii. Vehicular movement to be allowed only from 7:00 am to 5:00 pm; iv. Separate permits shall not be required for movement of trucks, utility vehicles and heavy vehicles; v. Movement of taxis and public transport permitted only for medical emergencies, and transportation subject to obtaining valid permits from ADMs, SDMs and BDOs vi. Government vehicles of officials posted in Secretariat shall be allowed on the basis of permits issued by Home Department; vii. Similarly, movement of Government vehicles and private vehicles of officials engaged in essential services, PSUs, Banks and private companies shall be allowed with valid permits issued by ADMs and SDMs on the basis of office order designating official duty; viii. Movement of private vehicles including two wheelers shall be allowed without passes on the basis of alternate registration numbers on a daily basis and the number of persons allowed to travel in private vehicles: a. vehicles with capacity of five persons: one driver and two passengers; b. vehicles with capacity in excess of five persons: one driver and four passengers; ix. Pillion riders not allowed for two wheelers; Instructions with regard to Quarantine: Returnees from outside the state and such other persons required by the Health Department authorities to be under strict home quarantine or facility quarantine for a period as decided by local health authorities. For a further read, please refer to the attached Order | Mandatory | Transportation and storage | 17-05-2020 |
| Sikkim | The District Magistrate Of East Sikkim Has Issued A Prohibitory Order Restricting Inter And Intra State Movement | 04-05-2020 | The District Magistrate of East Sikkim has issued a prohibitory Order under Section 144 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973. Key Restrictions: Inter state movement: i. Complete restriction on interstate movement of light transport vehicles from outside the State. Essential commodities to be transported by truck; ii. Directions regarding transportation of essential commodities in identified trucks issued vide Order no 1832/DC (E) /2020 dated 23rd April 2020 shall continue; iii. All drivers and helpers of trucks registered in West Bengal as well as other States entering the district from outside the State with valid permit to transport essential commodities, goods and other items shall leave the district after unloading the consignment/ materials as far as practicable. In case such drivers and helpers are unable to leave the district, they shall stay at the identified transit camps. iv. All Government, private vehicles and taxis shall be allowed to leave Sikkim only in cases of emergency through Rangpo check post after showing necessary permits issue by the concerned District Magistrate. Intra State Movement: i. Assembly of five or more people prohibited; people to only come out of their houses for basic services; ii. Movement of stranded persons within the State to travel to their places of residence should be allowed on the basis of one day permits obtained from BDOs, SDMs and ADMs; iii. Vehicular movement to be allowed only from 7:00 am to 5:00 pm; iv. Separate permits shall not be required for movement of trucks, utility vehicles and heavy vehicles; v. Movement of taxis and public transport permitted only for medical emergencies, and transportation subject to obtaining valid permits from ADMs, SDMs and BDOs vi. Government vehicles of officials posted in Secretariat shall be allowed on the basis of permits issued by Home Department; vii. Similarly, movement of Government vehicles and private vehicles of officials engaged in essential services, PSUs, Banks and private companies shall be allowed with valid permits issued by ADMs and SDMs on the basis of office order designating official duty; viii. Movement of private vehicles including two wheelers shall be allowed without passes on the basis of alternate registration numbers on a daily basis and the number of persons allowed to travel in private vehicles: a. vehicles with capacity of five persons: one driver and two passengers; b. vehicles with capacity in excess of five persons: one driver and four passengers; ix. Pillion riders not allowed for two wheelers; Instructions with regard to Quarantine: Returnees from outside the state and such other persons required by the Health Department authorities to be under strict home quarantine or facility quarantine for a period as decided by local health authorities. For a further read, please refer to the attached Order | Mandatory | Transportation and storage | 17-05-2020 |
| Delhi | Crpc Order For Rohini In Order To Maintain Public Health, ,Public Safety And Public Order | 04-05-2020 | Following prohibitory orders have been promulgated in order to maintain public health, ,public safety and public order in Sub-Division Rohini, Rohini Distt., Delhi: 1. Movement of individuals, for all non-essentials activities, shall remain strictly prohibited between 7 pm to 7 am. 2. Assembly of any kind for demonstrations, processions, protests etc is prohibited. 3. Any gathering social/ cultural/ political/ religious/ academic/sports/ seminar/conference is prohibited. 4. Organisation of weekly markets (except for vegetables, fruits and essential commodities), concerts, exhibitions etc. is prohibited. 5. Guided group tours conducted by various private tour operators are prohibited. 6. Cycle Rickshaws, Auto Rickshaws, Taxis and Cab aggregators shall not be permitted in Red Zones. 7. Intra-district and Inter - district plying of buses shall not be permitted in red zone. 8. Barber shops, spas and salons shall not be permitted in Red Zones. 9. Any individual suspected/confirmed with COVID-19 shall take measures for prevention/ treatment i.e. home quarantine/ institution/ quarantine/isolation or any such person shall cooperate to render assistance or comply with the directions of the surveillance personnel. 10. Any person contravening this order shall be punishable u/s 188 of Indian Penal Code. The above order be read with the Orders, guidelines and Standard Operating Procedure issued on 24.03.2020, 26.03.2020,29.03.2020, 15.4.2020 and 01.05.2020 by Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India. | Mandatory | All | 17-05-2020 |
| Kerala | Govt Of Kerala Issues Order And Revised Guidelines Dated 4Th May 2020 Extending The Nationwide Lockdown For A Further Period Of Two Weeks Beyond May 4, 2020 | 04-05-2020 | General¯Administration Department, Government of Kerala issues Order dated 4th May 2020 extending the Lockdown in the State of Kerala for the third time for a further period of two weeks beyond May 4, 2020 i.e. till 17th May 2020. New Guidelines for regulating various activities during the extended period of the lockdown have been issued based on the risk profiling of the various containment zones. For further details please refer to the copy of the Order dated 4th May 2020. We have carried out a detailed analysis with respect to permitted and non-permitted activities under MHA order dated 1st May, 2020 and the present Karnataka order dated 02.05.2020 in a tabular format. Please refer to such tabular format as attached under 'Sample Forms/Reference Documents' tab titled as 'Central_Karnataka_Exemption List'. | Mandatory | All | 17-05-2020 |
| Goa | All Government Office In Goa Shall Resume Operations From 4Th May, 2020 | 03-05-2020 | All government office in Goa shall resume operations from 4th May, 2020 and shall be required to comply with all the guidelines and instructions prescribed under this notification | Mandatory | Government | 17-05-2020 |
| Goa | Goa Government Permits Manufacture And Sale Of Liquor | 03-05-2020 | The Goa Government has permitted manufacturing and sale activities of all the Distilleries, Breweries, Wineries and Country Liquor Bottling Units from May 4, 2020, except in prohibited areas. The Government has mandated strict adherence to all the guidelines prescribed by the MHA and directions given by SEC, Government of Goa. All manufacturing units must follow the social distancing norm and provide masks and face covers to employees in all work places. The unit must also ensure - i. to open the Unit at their usual permitted time and close by 6.00 PM to enable the employer and employees reach home by 7.00 pm and avoid large physical meetings ii. adequate stock of masks/face cover iii. provision of thermal screening iv. provision of hand sanitizer preferably with touch free mechanism made available at all entry and exit points and common areas. v. provision of sufficient quantities of hand wash and sanitizers apart from ensuring frequent sanitization of entire work place, common facilities and all points which come into human contact. vi. arrangement of transport facilities with social distancing for employees wherever personal public transport is not feasible. vii. the use of 'Arogya Setu App ' is made mandatory for all employees. They should open the Unit at their usual permitted time and must close by 6.00 PM to enable the employer and employees reach home by 7.00 pm and avoid large physical meetings. T. | Mandatory | Liquor manufacturing industries | No end date specified |
| Goa | Imposition Of Section 144 Crpc In North Goa District | 03-05-2020 | District Magistrate, North Goa, has imposed ban/restrictions on certain activities in the North Goa District. i. Movement of persons for all non essential activities has been prohibited between 7pm and 7am. ii. Only shops selling essential articles to remain open between 7pm and 7am. iii. All of the following are remain closed - a. Restaurants, Bars, River cruises, night clubs, casinos, multiplexes, shopping malls, entertainment parks, spa/massage parlours, beach shacks, except for take away/home delivery. b. Tea/Pan shops c. Food joints such as Dhabas and Gaddas d. Street food vendors e. All other types of eateries f. Gymnasiums and swimming pools g. Sports complexes h. Auditoriums/community halls and all religious places of worship i. Cinema halls/theatres iv. Persons above the age of 65 years, with comorbidities, pregnant women, children below 10 years of age have been prohibited to move out of their homes except for meeting essential requirements or health purposes. v. Sale and consumption of tobacco, pan and gutka has been prohibited in public place. vi. Hospitality services have been banned except those used for housing Health/Police/Government Officials/Health care workers, stranded persons including tourists and those used as quarantine facilities. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Tamil Nadu | Orders Issued By Ministry Of Home Affairs, Government Of India - Extending Restrictions In The Territorial Jurisdictions Of The State Of Tamil Nadu Upto 17.05.2020 - Notification - Issued. | 03-05-2020 | The Government of Tamil Nadu Revenue and Disaster Management (DM-II) Department on 3rd May, 2020 has extended restrictions in the whole state of Tamil Nadu from 00:00 hrs of 4th May, 2020 till 00:00 hrs of 17th May, 2020. During this new duration of lockdown activities already permitted earlier will continue to be permitted (agriculture and others) and activities prohibited earlier will remain to be in place. In addition to that, certain activities are listed out that are allowed in all areas falling under the jurisdiction of Greater Chennai Police (excluding containment zones) and all areas outside the jurisdiction of Greater Chennai Police (except containment zones). Further, all industrial establishments are to strictly follow the SOPs that have been laid down by the Government. | Mandatory | All | 17-05-2020 |
| Central | Sebi Notification On Covid-19 Dated May 03, 2020 | 03-05-2020 | In a Notification dated 3rd May, 2020, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has informed that it will continue to remain in force for two weeks with effect from 4th May, 2020. Background: The Ministry of Home Affairs has further issued revised guidelines on 1st may, 2020 extending the nation wise lockdown till 17th May, 2020. In light of the extension, SEBI being an exempted category in the Revised Guidelines, will continue to operate during this period. | Mandatory | All (listed entities) | 17-05-2020 |
| Sikkim | The District Magistrate, East Sikkim Issued New Set Of Directions On Activities That Are Prohibited And Permitted. | 03-05-2020 | The District Magistrate, East Sikkim vide an order dated 03-05-2020, issued new set of directions on activities that are prohibited and permitted. 1. The new guidelines issued by the Government of Sikkim on 02-05-2020 shall be strictly complied by all. 2. There shall be complete restriction on interstate movement of light transport vehicles from outside the state. Essential commodities shall be transported by all residents of the districts. No separate permits shall be made. The drivers and the helpers to stay in transit camps 3. Assembly of five person or more is restricted. Movement of stranded persons within the state to the place of their residence shall be allowed on the basis of one day permits obtained from BDOs. 4. All Vehicular movement in the district shall be allowed between 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. 5. Movement of trucks, utility vehicles shall be allowed. 6. Movement of government vehicles permitted 7. Movement of public transport and taxis prohibited. 8. Movement of private vehicles are allowed one day a week with conditions. 9. All returnees from outside state and other such persons should mandatorily required to be in home quarantine or facility quarantine. | Mandatory | All | 17-05-2020 |
| Chandigarh | Lockdown Extended In Chandigarh | 03-05-2020 | The Chandigarh Lockdown has come into effect from 4 May has got some breather for residents of Chandigarh. Since the city is under the red zone, following are the things that are permitted in for the next two week: 1) Individuals and vehicles are allowed to move only for permitted activities. Only private four-wheeler vehicles with a maximum of two passengers and the driver are allowed. No pillion riders are permitted on two-wheelers. 2) Shops selling essential goods in markets and market complexes are permitted to remain open in urban areas. All standalone (single) shops, neighbourhood (colony) shops and shops in residential complexes can continue to operate. Shops, barring those in malls, in rural areas are allowed to remain open and sell both essential and non-essential items. People in all these areas must maintain social distancing. 3) Private offices can operate with a maximum of up to 33 percent workforce as per requirement. The remaining staff can work from home. 4) E-commerce companies are only allowed to deliver essential goods during the time of lockdown. 5) In urban areas, only Special Economic Zones (SEZs), Export Oriented Units (EOUs), industrial estates and industrial townships are allowed to operate with access control. In rural areas, all industrial activities are permitted. 6) Construction activities are allowed in rural areas. 7) All government offices are allowed to function with officers of the level of Deputy Secretary and above to the extent of 100 per cent strength 8) Defence and Security services, Health and Family Welfare, Police, Prisons, Home Guards, Civil Defence, Fire and Emergency services. Disaster management and related services are allowed to function. | Mandatory | All | 17-05-2020 |
| Goa | Post Mha Order - 01.05.2020 _Goa Order | 03-05-2020 | Section 144, which restricts assembly of four or more than four persons, has been imposed in North Goa, in order to combat the spread of coronavirus. Some activities are prohibited like individual movement for non essential activities between 7 PM to 7 AM, all shops and establishments except essentials from 7 PM to 7 AM, restaurants, multiplexes, shopping malls, all religious places etc. | Mandatory | All | 17-05-2020 |
| Andhra Pradesh | Govt Of Andhra Pradesh Issues Order And Revised Guidelines Dated 3Rd May 2020 Extending The Lockdown For A Further Period Of Two Weeks Beyond May 4, 2020 | 03-05-2020 | The Government of Andhra Pradesh, Health and Family welfare department has issued an Order under the Epidemic Disease Act, 1897- Disaster Management Act, 2005, dated 3rd May 2020 extending the Lockdown in the State of Andhra Pradesh for the third time for a further period of two weeks beyond May 4, 2020 i.e. till 17th May 2020. New Guidelines for regulating various activities during the extended period of the lockdown have been issued based on the risk profiling of the various containment zones. However, considerable relaxations have been granted to districts categorised as green and orange zone. For further details please refer to the associated document. | Mandatory | All | 17-05-2020 |
| Andhra Pradesh | Government Of Andhra Pradesh, Industries & Commerce Department, Has Issued An Order For Permitting Industries To Operate In The State Duly Imposing Certain Restrictions And Distancing Norms To Prevent Covid 19. | 03-05-2020 | The Industries and Commerce Department had issued consolidated guidelines vide GO Rt NO.88 along with certain modifications for permitting industries to operate in the State duly imposing certain restrictions and distancing norms to prevent onset of community transmission of the Coronavirus. Now, vide the order of the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), Government of India has issued new guidelines for containment of COVID-19 for the extended period of National lockdown for a further period of two weeks with effect from 4th May 2020. In compliance of the above, partial modifications to the orders issued in G.O.Rt.No.88, Industries & Commerce Department, dated: 18.04.2020, are hereby issued: a. No Industrial activities shall be permitted in the Containment Zones either in the urban or rural areas. The Containment Zones shall be notified by the District Administration or the State government from time to time. b. The labour force working in the units shall not be taken from the Containment Zones as mentioned in point (a) above. c. Intermixing of labourers and staff coming from different places shall be avoided within the factory as far as possible. d. Every industry shall function duly following all the social distancing norms and all other measures for containing the spread of COVID19 and all such measures as required from time to time. The Industry shall display prominently the SOPs being followed for social distancing at their premises. e. In the Rural areas, the following are applicable i. All Industrial activities are permitted completely subject to points (a) to (d) above and subject to safeguards for prevention of spread of COVID 19, without any reference to essential or non-essential products in all Red/Orange/Green districts. f. In the Urban Areas, the following are applicable i. Industrial activities are permitted completely subject to points (a) to (d) above and subject to safeguards for prevention of spread of COVID-19, without any reference to essential or non-essential products in Orange and Green districts. ii. In case of Red zone districts, Industrial establishments in urban areas subject to points (a) to (d) above shall be permitted as follows: 1. Special Economic Zones (SEZs), Export Oriented Units (EOUs), industrial estates and industrial townships with access control. 2. Manufacturing units of essential goods, including drugs, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, their raw material and intermediates; production units which require continuous process, and their supply chain; manufacturing of IT hardware; jute industry with staggered shifts and social distancing; | Mandatory | Industries | 17-05-2020 |
| Assam | Govt Of Assam Issues Order And Revised Guidelines Dated 3Rd May 2020 Extending The Lockdown For A Further Period Of Two Weeks Beyond May 4, 2020 | 03-05-2020 | The Government of Assam has issued an order extending the lockdown in Assam up to 17 May 2020 and the consolidated revised guidelines to be followed till then has also been released, refer notification for more details. | Mandatory | All | 17-05-2020 |
| Maharashtra | Amendment To Order No. Dmu/2020/Cr.92/Dism-1, Dated 2Nd May, 2020 Issued By State Government Pursuant To Mha Order Dated 1St May, 2020 | 03-05-2020 | Maharashtra Government issues amendment to Order no. DMU/2020/CR.92/DisM-1, dated 2nd May, 2020 issued by State Government pursuant to MHA order dated 1st May, 2020. | Mandatory | All | 17-05-2020 |
| Punjab | Punjab Government Issues Order And Revised Guidelines Dated 3Rd May 2020 Extending The Nationwide Lockdown For A Further Period Of Two Weeks Beyond May 4, 2020 | 03-05-2020 | Department of Home affairs and Justice, Government of Punjab issues Order under the Lockdown 3.0 MHA guidelines dated 3.5.2020 in the State of Punjab for a further period of two weeks beyond May 4, 2020 i.e. till 17th May 2020. New Guidelines for regulating various activities during the extended period of the lockdown have been issued based on the risk profiling of the various containment zones. However, considerable relaxations have been granted to districts categorised as green and orange zone. For further details please refer to the associated document. | Mandatory | All | 17-05-2020 |
| Delhi | Govt Of Delhi Issues Order And Revised Guidelines Dated 3Rd May 2020 Extending The Nationwide Lockdown For A Further Period Of Two Weeks Beyond May 4, 2020 | 03-05-2020 | The Delhi Disaster Management Authority, Government of NCT Delhi issues Order under the Disaster Management Act, 2005, dated 3rd May 2020 extending the Lockdown in the State of Delhi for the third time for a further period of two weeks beyond May 4, 2020 i.e. till 17th May 2020. New Guidelines for regulating various activities during the extended period of the lockdown have been issued based on the risk profiling of the various containment zones. However, considerable relaxations have been granted to districts categorised as green and orange zone. For further details please refer to the associated document. | Mandatory | All | 17-05-2020 |
| Haryana | Haryana Government Lays Out Implementation Plan For Re-Opening Of Businesses Within Red/Organe/Green Zones Between 4Th May To 17Th May | 03-05-2020 | The Industry and Commerce Department, Government of Haryana has in a notification dated 3rd May, 2020 released the implementation plan for restarting businesses within Red/Orange/Green zones between 4th May to 17th May, 2020. Further, the Industry and Commerce Department has also provided the details of the Website (onemapggm.gmda.gov.in) from where business owner can know in which category a particular area falls under in the Red/Orange/Green spectrum. For further details, please see the provided file. | Mandatory | All | 17-05-2020 |
| Karnataka | Prohibitory Orders To Be Followed During Lockdown 3.0 | 03-05-2020 | The Karnataka government is extending the provisions of the MHA1MAY order to the entire state. (a) Lockdown to continue till 17th May 2020. (b) State split up into 4 zones and restrictions in place in to be followed. | Mandatory | All | 17-05-2020 |
| Himachal Pradesh | Himachal Pradesh (Mandi) State Government Orders Post Mha Order - 01.05.2020 | 03-05-2020 | In view of the lockdown that has been extended till 17th May, 2020 in order to prevent the spread of the pandemic COVID 19, the District Magistrate of Mandi have further laid down certain restrictions and activities that will be allowed to operate in the respective districts. Please find below the district wise activities that will allowed/ prohibited till 17th May, 2020; effective since 4th May, 2020 Mandi: 1. There will be a relaxation in the curfew between 9:00am to 2:00pm during which all activities will be allowed apart from the ones which are strictly prohibited (mentioned below). 2. All persons involved in construction activities / working in industrial establishments and persons involved in commercial activities will be allowed to travel to their office/workplace and back home on production of proof. 3. Dhabas, halwai sweet shops will be allowed to open subject to the compliance of social distancing and other safety norms. Restaurants will be allowed only for takeaway facilities. However, the following activities are strictly prohibited: 1. The movement of individuals except for the relaxation period. 2. Persons with 65 years and above age, pregnant women, persons with comorbidities and children below the age of 10 years must remain at home. 3. All inter district and intra district buses are prohibited from plying. 4. All school, colleges and coaching institutions should be closed. 5. All cinema halls, shopping malls, gymnasiums, sport complexes, swimming pools, entertainment parks , theatres, bars and auditoriums should remain closed. 6. All religious places are closed for the public. Religious congregations are strictly prohibited. 7. All spas and hair salons are closed. 8. Hospitality services other than those used for housing healthcare/police/government officials and stranded persons including tourists will remain prohibited. | Mandatory | All | 17-05-2020 |
| Rajasthan | Employees / Workers Of Industries Which Are Allowed To Function During Lockdown, Need To Report To Work In The State Of Rajasthan | 03-05-2020 | The Labour Department of Rajasthan vide letter dated 3rd May 2020 has requested all labour unions to inform the employees / workers to report to their respective employers for industries which are allowed to function during lockdown. A representation was made by the Employer's association of Rajasthan wherein, it was mentioned that the employees are not reporting to work in industries which are allowed to function during the lockdown period. The Labour department has appealed to all labour unions and have asked the employees / workers of such industries to report to work. In case, they do not report then employer can take action as per the labour laws of the state. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Karnataka | Govt. Of Karnataka Issues Order On Movement Of Person For Permitted Activities During The Lockdown | 03-05-2020 | The Government of Karnataka vide order dated 3rd March 2020 has issued guidelines on movement of person for permitted activities. 1. Bengaluru rural, Bengaluru urban, Ramanagara, Chikkaballapur and Kolar districts will be treated as a single unit for the purpose of movement during day time between 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM to undertake permitted activities. 2. The employees need to produce letter from the company/organisation and their official ID card. No inter-district passes will be allowed for the above mentioned areas. 3. Inter-district pass will be issued by the concerned Deputy Commissioners of districts / Deputy Commissioner of Police in Commissionerate. Passes will not be allowed for non-permitted activities. 4. Movement during 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM will be allowed for only essential activities for which passes have already been provided. 5. IT / BT / Industries etc. the Departmental Secretaries will recommend issue of curfew passes to the concerned DCPs in Commissionerates. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Odisha | Govt. Of Odisha Issues Revised Guidelines For Issue Of Permission For Inter-State Travel | 03-05-2020 | The Home Department, Government of Odisha vide letter dated 3rd May 2020 has issued revised guidelines for permission for Inter-State Travel. For travel outside of Odisha:- 1. Individuals for medical reasons or for essential activities will have to take permission from sub collector / tahsildar / DCP / Police Commissionerate. 2. Upon being granted the permission to travel outside Odisha, a copy of the inter-state pass will be sent by email to the district magistrate in the concerned state. The format of the vehicle pass is also provide in this letter. For travel into Odisha:- 1. Person interested to travel into Odisha will have to register himself/herself on the Govt. of Odisha portal - https://covid19.odisha.in 2. The person needs to apply to the District Magistrate / Police Commissioner / Authorised officer where he/she is stranded. A copy of the pass would be sent to the District Magistrate of destination in Odisha. 3. After reaching the destination in Odisha, the person needs to self-quarantine for 14 days. 4. The person needs to use mask and needs to comply with social distancing guidelines. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Uttar Pradesh | Uttar Pradesh Vide Order Dated 3Rd May 2020 Has Extended The Lockdown For 2 Weeks And Has Listed The Activities Which Can Be Started In Containment, Red, Orange And Green Zones | 03-05-2020 | The Uttar Pradesh government vide order dated 3rd May 2020 has extended the lockdown for 2 weeks till 17th May 2020. The states has eased the curbs on activities in Red and orange zones. The key activities allowed in different zones are: - Containment Zone:- No industrial/business activities allowed except supply of goods and emergency medical cases. No vehicles are allowed to ply on the roads. Red Zone:- The following activities are allowed:- 1. Clinics, OPDs 2. Four wheelers allowed but with maximum of 2 people (excluding the driver), in two wheelers only 1 person allowed. 3. Industries with access control allowed. 4. Construction work allowed with only in-situ. 5. Standalone shops allowed. 6. Private establishment can start operations with 33% workforce and rest of the workforce needs to work from home. 7. Industries having more than 50 workers will have to provide transport facility and only 50% of the seating capacity should be used in such transport vehicles. Orange Zone: - 1. All activities allowed barring air travel, rail, metro, hospitality and courier services. 2. Private establishment can start operations with 33% workforce and rest of the workforce needs to work from home. 3. Industries having more than 50 workers will have to provide transport facility and only 50% of the seating capacity should be used in such transport vehicles. 4. Barber shops are allowed to function but with adequate safety measures. 5. Liquor shops are allowed and they need to comply with social distancing norms. Green Zone:- All activities are allowed barring inter district plying of buses, rail, air, metro transport except cases of air ambulance. | Mandatory | All | 17-05-2020 |
| Dadra And Nagar Haveli | Ut Administration Of Dadra & Nagar Haveli Has Extended The Lockdown For A Period Of Two Weeks Till 17Th May 2020 | 03-05-2020 | The UT Administration of Dadra & Nagar Haveli vide order dated 3rd May 2020 has extended the lockdown for a period of two weeks till 17th May 2020. All three districts of the UT falls under green zone and the UT admin has published a detailed guidelines and has published SOPs specifically for factories, offices, workplaces, and establishments. Following these SOPs are mandatory. Further, the UT admin has also published SOP for the following:- 1. Public / Private Transport 2. Functioning of saloons and parlours 3. Movement of stranded persons The authority has restricted the movement of people for non-essential activities from 4:00 PM to 8:00 AM. | Mandatory | All | 17-05-2020 |
| Daman And Diu | Ut Administration Of Daman & Diu Has Extended The Lockdown For A Period Of Two Weeks Till 17Th May 2020 | 03-05-2020 | The UT Administration of Daman & Diu vide order dated 3rd May 2020 has extended the lockdown for a period of two weeks till 17th May 2020. All three districts of the UT falls under green zone and the UT admin has published a detailed guidelines and has published SOPs specifically for factories, offices, workplaces, and establishments. Following these SOPs are mandatory. Further, the UT admin has also published SOP for the following:- 1. Public / Private Transport 2. Functioning of saloons and parlours 3. Movement of stranded persons The authority has restricted the movement of people for non-essential activities from 4:00 PM to 8:00 AM. | Mandatory | All | 17-05-2020 |
| Himachal Pradesh | Relaxation Of Regulations For Operation Of Shops, Restaurants And Vehicles In Kinnaur, Hp | 03-05-2020 | The District Magistrate of Kinnaur, HP has issued revised guidelines for the operation of shops, restaurants and vehicles in the district with strict adherence to social distancing norms - i. Shops (other than pharmacies, medical shops/stores), Halwai/sweet shops/dhabas/liquor shops to remain open from 10AM to 3PM and closed on Sunday. ii. Barber shops, hair salons. spas to remain closed till further order iii. Restaurants to operate only for take away food. No eating and service permitted. iv. Intra State vehicles permitted to ply on odd and even basis i.e., those having vehicle registration number ending in an odd number will ply on odd days and the others on even days. v. Pass will be required for inter district movement vi. No movement of persons for non essential activities between 7pm and 7am. vii. Persons above 65 years of age, persons with comorbidities, pregnant women and children below the age of 10 years are to stay home except for meeting essential requirements and health purposes. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Kerala | Definition Of Hotspot, Cluster And Containment Zone | 03-05-2020 | The Health and Family Welfare Department, Andhra Pradesh has divided areas into Red, Orange and Green Zone. There are 5 districts in Red zones and 7 districts in Orange zone. Further, only Vizianagaram. In addition to the that the Department has defined containment zones along with measures to manage those zones. In addition to that the Department has also defined the boundary of containment zones in urban as well as rural areas and what actions are to be taken in those containment zones. The order also categorises clusters for the purpose of closer monitoring. Along with that, it has also laid out steps to monitor data in the containment clusters. The Department has also issues directives regarding when the containment operations can be scaled down and deemed over. In addition to the above, the order also has a list of activities which are allowed in different zones with respect to MHA circular dated 1st May, 2020. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Puducherry | Government Of Puducherry Issues Revised Guidelines For Enforcement Of Lockdown Measures For A Further Period Of 2 Weeks With Effect From 4Th May 2020 | 03-05-2020 | The Government of Puducherry by an Order dated May 03, 2020 issued the COVID-19 - Revised Guidelines for enforcement of Lock Down Measures- Instruction issued for strict implementation in the UT of Puducherry. This Puducherry Order refers to the Order and Guidelines issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India in Order no. No. 40-3/2020-DM-I(A) dated 01/05/2020 and directs that lock down measures will continue to be implemented in the UT of Puducherry for a further period of 2 weeks with effect from 4th May 2020. Further, the Order classifies the regions of UT of Puducherry into Green Zone and Orange Zone and also gives the revised Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for implementation of lock down measures in the UT of Puducherry. The Revised Guidelines specify the activities that will continue to remain prohibited in all zones in the UT of Puducherry from May 4, 2020 and also the activities that are permitted to operate with specified restrictions/conditions from May 4, 2020. | Mandatory | All | 17-05-2020 |
| Mizoram | Govt Of Mizoram Promulgates Mizoram (Containment And Prevention Of Covid-19) Ordinance, 2020 | 03-05-2020 | The Government of Mizoram has promulgated the Mizoram (Containment and Prevention of COVID-19) Ordinance, 2020 under the Mizoram Epidemic Diseases (COVID-19) Regulations, 2020 to contain and prevent the spread of Covid-19 in the State of Mizoram. The said Ordinance provides the definition for the terms like "mask" "public place" "social distancing" "spitting" etc. The Ordinance also provides for penalty provision for acts like - entering or staying at any public place without the use of mask; failing to maintain social distancing protocol/ guidelines in public places; spitting in public places etc. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Mizoram | Govt Of Mizoram Issues Order And Revised Guidelines Dated 2Nd May 2020 Extending The Nationwide Lockdown For A Further Period Of Two Weeks Beyond May 4, 2020 | 03-05-2020 | Government of Mizoram issues Order under the Disaster Management Act, 2005, dated 3nd May 2020 extending the Lockdown in the State of Mizoram for the third time for a further period of two weeks beyond May 4, 2020 i.e. till 17th May 2020. It has been clarified that the revised Guidelines will supersede all earlier orders regarding the Lockdown. Key Point: a. All international borders will continue to be closed. b. All inter-state borders which are closed will continue to be closed. c. All goods traffic (essential goods) from outside Mizoram can continue to ply without permission. But they will have to submit a declaration using mPASS on mCOVID-19 mobile application. d. Transporters of non essential commodities from outside the state will need to seek prior permission from Home Department using mPASS on mCOVID-19 mobile application. e. For intra-state movement of goods within Mizoram, no permission is required. f. Shops, business establishments and other means of livelihoods will function abiding social distancing norms. g. All shops excluding medicine shops will close by 5:00 PM h. Inter-state travel and movement by public is prohibited, expect for those who are given permission to do so on valid important and necessary grounds. For further details please refer to the attached Order. | Mandatory | All | 17-05-2020 |
| Himachal Pradesh | Lockdown Order For Shimla | 03-05-2020 | Certain shops and markets have been allowed to function from 9:30 am to 2:30 pm, subject to strict implementation of social distancing and sanitization measures. However, barber shops, hair saloons, spas, bars and ahatas to remain closed | Mandatory | All | 17-05-2020 |
| Himachal Pradesh | Lockdown Order For Lahaul And Spiti | 03-05-2020 | Certain shops and markets have been allowed to function from 9:30 am to 2:30 pm, subject to strict implementation of social distancing and sanitization measures. However, barber shops, hair saloons, spas, bars and ahatas to remain closed | Mandatory | All | 17-05-2020 |
| Rajasthan | Notifying Covid19 As Epidemic Diseases For The Whole State Of Rajasthan And Notifying Guidelines Thereunder (Contains Multiple Orders) | 03-05-2020 | Regulations have been issued under the Rajasthan Epidemic Diseases Ordinance, 2020 with regard to social distancing and sanitization: 1. Every person to wear face mask or face cover in public or work place; 2. Shopkeepers not to sell items to persons who is not wearing face mask or face cover properly; 3. Persons should not spit in public place; 4. Consumption of liquor in public place to banned; 5. No person to sell paan, gutka, tobacco etc. 6. Every person to maintain social distancing (minimum 6 feet from other person) in public place; 7. No person to organize marriage related function or gathering without prior intimation in writing submitted in the Office of the Sub Divisional Magistrate and shall be responsible; 8. Not more than 20 persons should be present at funerals/ last rites and social distancing to be ensured; 9. No person to organize any other kind of social/ political / sports/ entertainment/ academic / cultural/ religious function / other gathering. The penalties for non-compliance with any of the above-mentioned varies between Rs. 200/- to Rs. 10,000/- | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Karnataka | Advisory To Information Technology/Ites And Business Process Management Sector | 03-05-2020 | The Government of Karnataka has issued an advisory for IT/ITeS and BPO companies for conducting operations during the lockdown. Among other things it has prescribed guidelines for staff movement, goods movement, entry/exit from offices, action to be taken on detection of COVID cases, safety and hygiene. It has made usage of Aarogya Setu app compulsory for all office goers. | Advisory | IT/ITES | No end date specified |
| Sikkim | District Collector Cum Magistrate Of North District, Mangan, Sikkim Has Issued Prohibitory Order Under Section 144 Cr Pc, 1973 | 03-05-2020 | The District Collector cum Magistrate of North District, Mangan, Sikkim has issued prohibitory order under section 144 Cr Pc, 1973. The order directs the following: - 1. `There shall be restriction on movement of light transport vehicles from outside of the state. 2. Essential commodities shall be transported in trucks only. 3. Private vehicles and taxis shall be allowed to leave the state only in cases of emergency through Rangpo check post showing required permits issued by DM. 4. Assembly of more than 5 persons are prohibited in the entire North District. 5. Vehicular movement shall be allowed between 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. 6. Vehicles of Private companies shall be allowed with valid permits issued by ADM & SDM. 7. Sequence of movement of private vehicle without pass has been published. Example : Number plate ending with 0 or 1 are allowed on Mondays, number plate ending with 2 or 3 allowed in Tuesday. 8. No movement of private vehicle allowed on Saturday & Sunday. 9. In 4 wheeler maximum of 3 people allowed (including driver). | Mandatory | All | 17-05-2020 |
| Gujarat | Govt Of Gujarat Issues Order And Revised Guidelines Dated 3Rd May 2020 Extending The Nationwide Lockdown For A Further Period Of Two Weeks Beyond May 4, 2020 | 03-05-2020 | Department of Home Affairs, Government of Gujarat issues Order under the Disaster Management Act, 2005, dated 2nd May 2020 extending the Lockdown in the State of Gujarat for the third time for a further period of two weeks beyond May 4, 2020 i.e. till 17th May 2020 by adopting the Order issued by Ministry of Home Affairs dated 1st May 2020 MHA1MAY Order. New Guidelines for regulating various activities during the extended period of the lockdown have been issued based on the risk profiling of the various containment zones. However, considerable relaxations have been granted to districts categorised as green and orange zone. In addition to the MHA1MAY Order, the Order issued by the Govt of Gujarat stated the following - a. For Red Zones - no new relaxation in the Municipal Corporation areas of Ahmedabad, Vadodara, Surat, Bhavnagar & Gandhinagar Cities and in the Municipal areas of Bhopal, Bareja, Godhra, Khambhat and Umreth Municipalities b. For Orange Zones - no new relaxation in the Municipal Corporation area of Rajkot City and the municipal area of Botad Municipality. The areas mentioned under point (a) and (b) will be governed by the orders/guidelines issued by Government of India on 15.04.2020 and thereafter until further orders by the State Govt. c. Shops selling liquor, paan, gutka, tobacco will remain closed in all Zones till further orders. For further details please refer to the associated document. We have carried out a detailed analysis with respect to permitted and non-permitted activities under MHA order dated 1st May, 2020 in a tabular format. Please refer to such tabular format as attached under 'Sample Forms/Reference Documents' tab titled as 'Central Exemption List'. | Mandatory | All | 17-05-2020 |
| Maharashtra | Govt Of Maharashtra Issues Order And Revised Guidelines Dated 2Nd May 2020 Extending The Nationwide Lockdown For A Further Period Of Two Weeks Beyond May 4, 2020 | 02-05-2020 | Department of Revenue and Forest Disaster Management, Government of Maharashtra issues Order under the Disaster Management Act, 2005, dated 2nd May 2020 extending the Lockdown in the State of Maharashtra for the third time for a further period of two weeks beyond May 4, 2020 i.e. till 17th May 2020. New Guidelines for regulating various activities during the extended period of the lockdown have been issued based on the risk profiling of the various containment zones. However, considerable relaxations have been granted to districts categorised as green and orange zone. For further details please refer to the associated document. | Mandatory | All | 17-05-2020 |
| Karnataka | Govt Of Karnataka Issues Order And Revised Guidelines Dated 2Nd May 2020 Extending The Nationwide Lockdown For A Further Period Of Two Weeks Beyond May 4, 2020 | 02-05-2020 | Karnataka State Disaster Management Authority, Government of Karnataka issues Order under the Disaster Management Act, 2005, dated 2nd May 2020 extending the Lockdown in the State of Maharashtra for the third time for a further period of two weeks beyond May 4, 2020 i.e. till 17th May 2020. New Guidelines for regulating various activities during the extended period of the lockdown have been issued based on the risk profiling of the various containment zones. However, considerable relaxations have been granted to districts categorised as green and orange zone. For further details please refer to the associated document. | Mandatory | All | 17-05-2020 |
| Sikkim | Government Of Sikkim Issues New Lockdown Guidelines Extending Lockdown Further For A Period Of Two Weeks With Effect From 04/05/2020 | 02-05-2020 | The Government of Sikkim by an Order dated May 02, 2020 issued the New Guidelines on MEASURES TO CONTAIN SPREAD OF COVED 19 for strict implementation in the State of Sikkim. The Order refers to the Union Home Secretary, Government of India Order no. No. 40-3/2020-DM-I(A) dated 01/05/2020 conveying new guidelines to stop spread of Covid-19 in India and directing all State Governments to extend the lockdown for a further period of two weeks with effect from 04/05/2020. In the light of the afore mentioned directions from the Government of India, the Government of Sikkim issued the new guidelines as specified in the Annexure for strict implementation in Sikkim, with the direction that the same may be read in conjunction with the aforesaid National guidelines. The Sikkim Order states that the National Directives for regulation of Public Spaces, Work Places, Commercial and Manufacturing establishments issued by Government of India in its Order no. No. 40-3/2020-DM-I(A) dated 01/05/2020 as per the Enclosure-1 must be enforced by the District Magistrates, as per the penal provisions of Disaster Management Act, 2005 and The Indian Penal Code, 1860 as per the Enclosure-2 of the afore mentioned Government of India guidelines. The Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) as per Enclosure-3 for offices, workplace, factories and establishments should also be duly publicised for strict compliance. The new guidelines specify the activities that will continue to remain prohibited /closed in the state of Sikkim from May 4, 2020 and also the activities that are permitted to operate with specified restrictions/conditions from May 4, 2020. | Mandatory | All | 17-05-2020 |
| Rajasthan | Rajasthan Government Implements Orders For Modified Lockdown From 4Th May To 17Th May, 2020 | 02-05-2020 | Home Department, Government of Rajasthan issues orders for modified lockdown from 4th May to 17th May, 2020 dated 2.5.2020 in the State of Rajasthan for a further period of two weeks beyond May 4, 2020 i.e. till 17th May 2020. New Guidelines for regulating various activities during the extended period of the lockdown have been issued based on the risk profiling of the various containment zones. However, considerable relaxations have been granted to districts categorised as green and orange zone. For further details please refer to the associated document. | Mandatory | All | 17-05-2020 |
| Kerala | The Government Of Kerala By An Order Dated May 02, 2020 Issues Extension Of Lockdown And Orders That No Liquor Shops Would Be Allowed To Be Opened And No Public Transport Would Be Allowed Across The State | 02-05-2020 | The Government of Kerala by an Order dated May 02, 2020 issued the extension of lockdown, COVID-19- regulations to contain the COVID-19 pandemic- general lock down for implementation in the State of Kerala. The Order refers to the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India Order no. No. 40-3/2020-DM-I(A) dated 01/05/2020 conveying new guidelines by extending the regulations to stop spread of Covid-19 in India and directing all State Governments to extend the lockdown for a further period of two weeks with effect from 04/05/2020. In the light of the afore mentioned MHA guidelines dated 01st May, 2020, and exercising powers under Sec 20(3) of the Disaster Management Act, 2005, the Government of Kerala orders that the regulations in the order of MHA dated 01/05/2020 as referred above is made applicable to the entire State of Kerala. It orders all District Collectors, District Police Chiefs and Heads of departments to ensure strict implementation of the regulations ordered by MHA to facilitate the activities connected with the containment of COVID-19 in the State. Further, it directs that the State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA) should prepare the list of local bodies which need special attention regularly and the Health Department should notify the same. The District Collectors should notify the containment zones from this list, following Government of India guidelines. District Collectors are authorized to order additional regulations, if any, required in the Containment Zones. The Order further clarified that No liquor shops would be allowed to be opened and no public transport would be allowed across the State. It also annexes the MHA guidelines dated 01st May, 2020. The new guidelines specify the activities that will continue to remain prohibited /closed in the state of Kerala from May 4, 2020 and also the activities that are permitted to operate with specified restrictions/conditions from May 4, 2020. | Mandatory | All | 17-05-2020 |
| Puducherry | New Guidelines For work Places | 02-05-2020 | Ensure to follow the guidelines as listed below - 1. Make wearing of face cover compulsory in all work places and make adequate stock of such face covers. 2. Ensure social distancing as per the guidelines issued by Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, both within the work places and in company transport. Ensure social distancing at work places through adequate gaps between shifts, staggering the lunch breaks of staff, etc. 3. Make provision for thermal scanning, hand wash and sanitizer preferably with touch free mechanism at all entry and exit points and common areas. In addition, make sufficient quantities of handwash and sanitizer in the work places. 4. Ensure frequent sanitization of entire workplace, common facilities and all points which come into human contact e.g. door handles etc., including between shifts. 5. Make sure persons above 65 years of age, persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women and children below the age of 10 years stay at home, except for meeting essential requirements and for health purposes. 6. Make the use of Aarogya Setu App mandatory for all employees. It shall be the responsibility of the Head of the respective Organizations to ensure 100% coverage of this app among the employees. 7. Avoid large physical meetings. 8. Identify Hospitals/ clinics in the nearby areas, which are authorized to treat COVID-19 patients, and list should be available at work place all the times. Employees showing any symptom of COVID-19 should be immediately sent for check up to such facilities. Quarantine areas should be earmarked for isolating employees showing symptoms till they are safely moved to the medical facilities. 9. Ensure arrangements for transport facilities with social distancing, wherever personal/ public transport is not feasible. 10. take intensive communication and training on good hygiene practices. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Bihar | Govt Of Bihar Issues Order And Revised Guidelines Dated 3Rd May 2020 Extending The Nationwide Lockdown For A Further Period Of Two Weeks Beyond May 4, 2020 | 02-05-2020 | Government of Bihar issues Order under the Disaster Management Act, 2005, dated 3rd May 2020 extending the Lockdown in the State of Bihar for the third time for a further period of two weeks beyond May 4, 2020 i.e. till 17th May 2020. New Guidelines for regulating various activities during the extended period of the lockdown have been issued based on the risk profiling of the red and orange zones. For further details please refer to the associated document. | Mandatory | All | 17-05-2020 |
| Odisha | Govt. Of Odisha Vide Order Dated 2Nd May 2020 Has Created A Sop For Bringing Back The Stranded Labourers | 02-05-2020 | The Government of Odisha has prepared a standard operation procedure (SOP_ for bringing back the stranded labourers. A designated nodal officer has been appointed to look after the travel of the stranded labourers and helpline numbers have been published. | Mandatory | Industries with migrant workers | No end date specified |
| Nagaland | Order - Existing Guidelines 2Nd May | 02-05-2020 | It is directed by the Office of the Chief Secretary vide Order No. CSO/GAB-I/COM/GEN-I/2020 that all the existing guidelines with regard to lockdown in all parts of the State of Nagaland issued vide Order of even number dated 20.04.2020 will continue to remain operative till the issuance of fresh guidelines. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Himachal Pradesh | Govt Of Himachal Pradesh Issues Order And Revised Guidelines Dated 2Nd May 2020 Extending The Lockdown For A Further Period Of Two Weeks Beyond May 4, 2020 | 02-05-2020 | Revenue Department, Disaster Management Cell, Government of Himachal issues Order under the Disaster Management Act, 2005, dated 2nd May 2020 extending the Lockdown in the State of Himachal Pradesh for the third time for a further period of two weeks beyond May 4, 2020 i.e. till 17th May 2020. New guidelines for regulating various activities during the extended period of the lockdown have been issued based on the risk profiling of the various containment zones. The said Order has clarified that the guidelines will be applicable as per the Order issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs on 1st May 2020 with specified modification such as - i. curfew relaxation for all districts will not be more than 5 hours in a day, ii. opening and closing of shops will be limited to the curfew relaxation as mentioned above, however pharmacies will be kept out of the purview of the present restriction, iii. Barber, spas etc. has not been allowed to open iv. Restaurants will be allowed to open to serve take away foods only. vi. Inter State, Intra and Inter district bus services have been prohibited. | Mandatory | All | 17-05-2020 |
| Sikkim | District Collector, East Sikkim Issued Sop For Handling And Management Of Returnees From Other States | 02-05-2020 | The District Collector, East Sikkim issued SOP for handling and management of returnees from other states. Key points of the SOP are: - 1. All returnees to register themselves in the portal registration.covid19sikkim.org 2. Entry will be from only Rangpo post 3. Only non-ac busses will be used for transportation of returnees. 4. Returnees to be checked prior to their entry and they all need to download Arogya Setu app. 5. Returnees to be quarantined for a period of 14 days. | Mandatory | Individuals returning to Sikkim | No end date specified |
| Central | Mha, Govt Of India Issues Order Dated 1St May 2020 Extending The Nationwide Lockdown For A Further Period Of Two Weeks Beyond May 4, 2020 | 01-05-2020 | Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India issues Order under the Disaster Management Act, 2005, dated 1st May 2020 extending the Lockdown for the third time for a further period of two weeks beyond May 4, 2020 i.e. till 17th May 2020. New Guidelines for regulating various activities during the extended period of the lockdown have been issued based on the risk profiling of the various containment zones. However, considerable relaxations have been granted to districts categorised as green and orange zone | Mandatory | All | 17-05-2020 |
| Jammu And Kashmir | J&K Finance Department Announces Extension Of Licenses, Permits And Statutory Clearances Till 30.06.2020 Along With Waiver Of Fixed Charges On Electricity Tariff For All Commercial Establishments. | 01-05-2020 | The Jammu and Kashmir Financial Department has in an order dated 01.05.2020 announced that for commercial establishments whose licenses, permits, clearances and statutory permits have expired/lapsed/invalidated on 31.03.2020 and have not been renewed shall be deemed to be extended/renewed/validated up to 30.06.2020. Further the levy of fixed charges of the electricity tariff as per the J&K SERC Tariff Order for all registered commercial establishments shall be deferred till 30.06.2020. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Chandigarh | Department Of Public Relations, Govt Of Chandigarh Issued Press Release Dated 1St May 2020 Extending Timeline For Filing Reports Under Pc & Pndt Act, 1994 By Registered Centres | 01-05-2020 | Department of Public Relations, Govt of Chandigarh issued press release dated 1st May 2020 extending timeline for filing reports under Pre-Conception and Pre-Natal Diagnostic Techniques Act, 1994 (PC & PNDT Act, 1994) by registered centres. The said Department in the press release stated that centres registered under the PC & PNDT Act, 1994 shall be allowed to file reports under the Act which are due on or before 30th June 2020 latest by 5th July 2020. The Department further clarified that wherever possible, electronic communication and electronic report filling should continue on an ongoing basis even before 30th June 2020. | Advisory | Centres registered under Pre-Conception and Pre-Natal Diagnostic Techniques Act, 1994 | 05-07-2020 |
| Nagaland | The Government Of Nagaland Has Issued A Press Release Extension Of Lockdown For A Further Period Of Two Weeks With Effect From May 4, 2020. Mentions The List Of Prohibited And Permitted Activities | 01-05-2020 | The Government of Nagaland vide a press release on 01-05-2020, issued extension of lockdown for a further period of two weeks with effect from May 4, 2020. The press release talks about how the Red, Orange, Green zones and Containment Zones can be classified. As per the release the below mentioned activities would be prohibited irrespective of the Zone. 1. Travel by air, rail, metro and inter-State movement by road; 2. Running of schools, colleges, and other educational and training/ coaching institutions; 3. Hospitality services, including hotels and restaurants; 4. Places of large public gatherings, such as cinema halls, malls, gymnasiums, sports complexes etc; 5. Social, political, cultural and other kinds of gatherings; and, 6. Religious places/ places of worship for public. The new guidelines also prescribe certain measures for wellbeing and safety of persons. Certain activities has been allowed like movement of individuals, for all nonessential activities, however shall remain strictly prohibited between 7 pm to 7 am. In all zones, persons above 65 years of age, persons with co-morbidities, pregnant women, and children below the age of 10 years, shall stay at home, except for meeting essential requirements and for health purposes. Red Zones Prohibited Activities in addition to those prohibited throughout the country. 1. Plying of cycle rickshaws and auto rickshaws; 2. Running of taxis and cab aggregators; 3. Intra-district and inter-district plying of buses; and, 4. Barber shops, spas and saloons Red Zones Permitted Activities: 1. Movement of individuals and vehicles is allowed only for permitted activities, with a maximum of 2 persons (besides the driver) in four-wheeler vehicles, and with no pillion rider in the case of two wheelers. 2. Industrial establishments in urban areas, viz., Special Economic Zones (SEZs), Export Oriented Units (EOUs), industrial estates and industrial townships with access control have been permitted. 3. The other industrial activities permitted are manufacturing units of essential goods, including drugs, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, their raw material and intermediates; production units, which require continuous process, and their supply chain; manufacturing of IT hardware; jute industry with staggered shifts and social distancing; and, manufacturing units of packaging material 4. Construction activities in urban areas have been limited to in-situ construction (where workers are available on site and no workers are required to be brought in from outside) and construction of renewable energy projects. 5. Shops in urban areas, for non-essential goods, are not allowed in malls, markets and market complexes. However , all standalone (single) shops, neighborhood (colony) shops and shops in residential complexes are permitted to remain open in urban areas, without any distinction of essential and non-essential. 6. E-Commerce activities, in the Red Zones, 5 are permitted only in respect of essential goods. 7. Private offices can operate with up to 33% strength as per requirement, with the remaining persons working from home 8. All Government offices shall function with senior officers of the level of Deputy Secretary and above at full strength, and the remaining staff attending up to 33% as per requirement. However, Defense and Security services, Health and Family Welfare, Police, Prisons, Home Guards, Civil Defence, Fire and Emergency Services, Disaster management and related services, National Informatics Centre (NIC), Customs, Food Corporation of India (FCI), National Cadet Corps (NCC), Nehru Yuvak Kendra (NYK) and Municipal services shall function without any restrictions; delivery of public services shall be ensured and necessary staff will be deployed for such purpose 9. All industrial and construction activities in rural areas, including MNREGA works, food-processing units and brick-kilns are permitted; besides, in rural areas, without distinction to the nature of goods, all shops, except in shopping malls are permitted 10. All agriculture activities, e.g., sowing, harvesting, procurement and marketing operations in the agricultural supply chain are permitted. 11. Animal husbandry activities are fully permitted, including inland and marine fisheries 12. All plantation activities are allowed, including their processing and marketing. 13. All health services (including AYUSH) are to remain functional, including transport of medical personnel and patients through air ambulances. 14. A large part of the financial sector remains open, which includes banks, non-banking finance companies (NBFCs), insurance and capital market activities, and credit co-operative societies. 15. Operation of homes for children, senior citizens, destitutes, women and widows etc.; and operation of Anganwadis has also been permitted. 16. Public utilities, e.g., utilities in power, water, sanitation, waste management, telecommunications and internet will remain open, and courier and postal services will be allowed to operate. 17. Print and electronic media, 18. IT and IT enabled services, data and call centres, cold storage and warehousing services, private security and facility management services, and services provided by self-employed persons, except for barbers etc 19. Manufacturing units of essential goods, including drugs, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, their raw material and intermediates; production units, which require continuous process, and their supply chain; 20. Jute industry with staggered shifts and social distancing; and manufacturing of IT hardware and manufacturing units of packaging material Orange Zones: Permitted activities -In addition to activities permitted in Red Zone, 1. Taxis and cab aggregators will be permitted with 1 driver and 1 passenger only. 2. Inter-district movement of individuals and vehicles will be allowed for permitted activities only 3. Four wheeler vehicles will have maximum two passengers besides the driver and pillion riding will be allowed on two-wheelers Green Zones : 1. All activities are permitted except the limited number of activities which are prohibited throughout the country, irrespective of the Zone 2. Buses can operate with up to 50% seating capacity and bus depots can operate with up to 50% capacity. All other activities will be permitted activities, which are not specifically prohibited, or which are permitted with restrictions in the various Zones, under these guidelines No separate/ fresh permissions will be required from authorities for activities already permitted to operate under the guidelines on Lockdown measures up to May 3, 2020. The Standard Operating Protocols (SOPs) issued by MHA will continue to operate such as transit arrangement for foreign national(s) in India; release of quarantine persons; movement of stranded labour within States/ UTs; sign-on and sign-off of Indian seafarers, movement of stranded migrant workers, pilgrims, tourists, students and other persons by road and rail | Mandatory | All | 17-05-2020 |
| Rajasthan | Rajasthan Pollution Control Board Extends Timeline To Submit All Compliance Report For Industries Till 30Th June 2020 | 01-05-2020 | The Rajasthan State Pollution Control Board vide order dated 1st May 2020 has extended the timeline of submission of compliance reports including replies of show-cause notices, compliances of OBH directions, consent conditions and other regulatory compliances. The extended timeline is 30th June 2020. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Nagaland | Guidelines For Handling, Treatment, And Disposal Of Waste Generated During Treatment, Diagnosis/ Quarantine Of Covid 19 Patients. | 01-05-2020 | The Directorate of Health and Family Welfare Nagaland Kohima has issued a notification stating that for safe handling of Biomedical waste for the Healthcare facility that the Department has formed for treating Covid 19 patients, the department will be complying with BMW Management Rule, 2016 and also the Guidelines for Handling, Treatment, and Disposal of Waste Generated during Treatment, Diagnosis/ Quarantine of Covid 19 patients Revision 1 and Revision 2. Please refer document to view the list of district wise list of Hospitals and Quarantine Facilities. | Advisory | Government | No end date specified |
| Delhi | Crpc Order For Connaught Place With Respect To Operations Of Atms And Bank Branches Carrying On Huge Transactions Of Money And Jewellery Items | 01-05-2020 | All ATMs and Bank branches in Connaught Place, New Delhi carrying on huge transactions of money and jewellery items shall refrain from: 1. not maintaining secure premises by installing CCTV at their main access, entry in the office and inside and around the premises. Proper staff shall be deputed to monitor the CCTV coverage. A video backup of at least 30 days of such recording will have to be kept for further use. 2. Not maintaining database of all employees, security guards, cab drivers and contractual workers working with them for access by the police as and when required, and ensure verification of antecedents of all employees including contractual employees. 3. Not following the procedure of 'KNOW YOUR CUSTOMER' as issued by the Reserve Bank of India for Nationalised Banks and a database of the same shall be kept for access by the police as and when required. 4. Not maintaining digital records of all the visitors with their photo identity. 5. Not deploying armed security guards at the main entry of such premises and at other vulnerable points. 6. Not deploying armed security guards with the employees who carry huge cash / gold / jewellery from one place to another. All huge transactions must be done in a secured vehicle which must have CCTV installed. 7. No vehicles being used for transportation of cash or precious metal must be without GPS for monitoring their movement. 8. No movement of large amount of cash or precious goods after sunset be undertaken | Mandatory | Banking | 30-06-2020 |
| Jammu And Kashmir | Dos And Don'T For Bio-Medical Waste Handling | 30-04-2020 | All the Health Care Facilities (HCFs) and Common Bio medical waste treatment facilities are requested to follow the specific procedure/guidelines regarding handling, collection, transportation and disposal of biomedical waste generated from COVID-19 affected persons as under: DOs: Keep separate colour coded bins/bags/containers in wards and maintain proper segregation of waste as per Bio (BMW) Management Rules 2016 and CPCB guidelines. Double layered bags (two bags) should be used from COVID-19 patients. Bags/containers used for collecting Bio medical waste from COVID-19 wards should be labelled as "COVID-19 waste" to identify the waste easily for priority treatment and immediate disposal. Separate record of Bio-Medical Dedicated trolleys and collection bins with COVID-19" waste labelled are to be used in COVID-19 isolation wards. The (inner and outer) surface of containers should be disinfected with 1% Sodium Hypochlorite S Dont : Dont store or mix Covid-19 Bio medical waste with any type of mix Dont get exposed to Covid-19 Bio Medical waste, without adequate PPE Dont store covid-19 Bio-Medical waste more than 24 hours Dont allow any worker showing symptoms of illness to work at facility. | Mandatory | Health Care Establishments | No end date specified |
| Haryana | Govt Of Haryana Issues Order Dated 30Th April 2020 Announcing Various Allowances For Industries And Commercial Establishments | 30-04-2020 | Department of Industries and Commerce, Govt of Haryana issues Order dated 30th April 2020 announcing various allowances for industries and commercial establishments. Key Points: a. Waiver of rent due against Govt/Panchayati Raj Institutions/Local Body buildings and shops including Start Ups in the Start Up incubators of the Department of IT for the period between 15th March 2020 to 15th May 2020 b. 50% waivers of simple interest for all dues to Govt Department, Boards, Corporation and Authorities, c. Waiver of two months of Motor Vehicle Tax for commercial vehicles d. Extension of validity period of all Govt Contracts till lockdown (3rd May, 2020) or any other date as notified by Govt. | Advisory | All | Different timeline for separate actions |
| Central | Mohfw Issued Letter Dated 30Th April 2020 With Revised List Of District Wise Containment Zones And Provides Clarification To The Chief Secretaries Of All States And Uts | 30-04-2020 | Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, issues letter dated 30th April 2020 to the Chief Secretaries of all States and UTs providing clarification on the district wise classification of red/orange/orange zones in every State. This clarification has been provided as few States have raised issue on the inclusion of certain districts under red zone. The MOHFW has clarified that the list is a dynamic one and will be updated on a weekly basis or earlier and will be communicated to the concerned States. It is further clarified that States are also empowered to designate additional containment zones if required without diluting the zonal classification of districts communicated by the MOHFW. For districts having more than one municipal corporation, they might be treated as separate units. In case of a unit declared to be a containment zone and if no case of Covid gets reported for previous 21 days, then such unit can be considered to be one level lowers in the containment zone list. The letter also provide an updated list of districts with 130 red zones, 284 orange zones and 319 green zones. | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Haryana | Govt Of Haryana Issues Letter Dated 30Th April 2020 Providing Further Clarification To Order Of The Mha Dated 15Th April 2020 | 30-04-2020 | Govt of Haryana issues letter dated 30th April 2020 providing further clarification to order of the MHA dated 15th April 2020. It states that automatic self generated approval to operate shall be given as soon as application is submitted in the portal for the following activities. However this will not apply to the districts of Faridabad, Gurugram, Sonipat, Panipat, Nuh, Plawal, Jhajjar and Panchkula out of the 14 districts in Haryana. a. For of the industries/industrial activities/commercial establishments - i. in case of workforce requirement up to 20 people, 100% of the requirement shall be allowed ii. in case of workforce requirement more 20 people, 50% of the workforce or 20 people whichever is higher shall be allowed. b. For IT/ITES Units - i. in case of workforce requirement up to 20 people, 50% of the requirement shall be allowed ii. in case of workforce requirement more 20 people, 33% of the workforce or 10 people whichever is higher shall be allowed.. c. For Construction projects - i. In case of in-situ constructions allowed under Clause 16(iii) of the MHA order dated 15th April, 2020 operations shall be allowed with 100% workforce ii. In case of non-in-situ constructions allowed under Clause 16(i) and (ii) of the MHA order dated 15th April, 2020 operations shall be allowed with 50% workforce subject to issuing of Blue passes. The letter further clarified that, if in any of the 14 districts of Haryana if the number of Covid-19 positive cases reaches 15, then all the above operations shall be stopped with immediate effect. | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Epfo Vide Press Release Dated 30Th April 2020 Declared That Contribution Under Employees Provident Funds And Miscellaneous Provident Act, 1952 Can Be Made By Employers After Filing Ecr | 30-04-2020 | EPFO vide press release dated 30th April 2020 declared that filing of monthly Electronic-Challan cum Return (ECR) is separated from payment of the statutory contributions under the Employees Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provident Act, 1952, keeping in view the current scenario of lockdown announced by the Govt to control the spread of COVID-19 pandemic. ECR can now onwards be filed by an employer without the need of simultaneous payment of contributions and contributions may be paid later by the employer after filing the ECR. | Advisory | Every employer covered under Employees Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provident Act, 1952 | No end date specified |
| Andaman & Nicobar Islands | Advisory For Use Of Homemade Protective Face Cover For Face And Mouth | 30-04-2020 | The Andaman and Nicobar Administration has advised people who are not suffering from medical conditions or breathing problems to use handmade reusable face cover while stepping out of their house. This face cover is not recommended for either health workers or those working with or in contact with COVID-19 patients or are patients themselves as these categories of people are required to wear specified protective gear. It is advised that two sets of such face covers be made so that one can be washed while the other is used. Hand washing would still remain essential criteria and hand should be washed before wearing the face cover. Such face covers should also not be thrown anywhere but kept safely, washed properly with soap and hot water and dried properly before they are used. These face covers could be made out of clean cloth available at home, which needs to be thoroughly cleaned and washed before a face cover is stitched/made. The face cover should be prepared in such a manner that it can cover the mouth and nose completely and can be tied over the face easily There must not be a sharing of face covers and a face cover must be used by only one individual. So, in a family of several members, each member should have a separate face cover. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Karnataka | Commissioner, Bbmp Directs Mandatory Use Of Face Masks In Public Places And In Any Working Space With More Than 5 People | 30-04-2020 | The Commissioner, Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagar Palike (BBMP) has in an order dated 30th April, 2020 keeping in mind the social distancing norms, use of face masks etc. directed the following: i. Wearing of facial mask to cover mouth & nose is compulsory in public places and in any working space with more than 5 people. ii. Facial masks and gloves used by any of the Households (HHs) and Commercial Establishments (CEs) should be properly handed over to Waste Collectors in covers of closed bags as part of Sanitary (Reject) waste. iii. Spitting, urinating, littering and any kind of related public nuisance is banned and will be considered as public offence. For any violation of the above, the following penalties are to be attracted: (a) On First violation: Rs. 1000/- (b) On second and subsequent violation: Rs. 2000/- | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Delhi | Delhi Government Releases Guidelines For Management Of Covid-19 Outbreaks In Containment Zones. | 30-04-2020 | The Delhi Disaster Management Authority, Government of NCT Delhi in a notification dated 30.04.2020 has released a guideline for managing COVID-19 outbreaks in the identified 100 containment zones in the NCT Region of Delhi. These guidelines the following aspects: i. Screen of residents in containment zones. ii. Conducting COVID-19 tests as per protocol. iii. Educating persons about the Aarogya Setu application along with the instructions provided by the Ministry of Ayush. iv. Maintaining a database of senior citizens, people with comorbidities. Etc. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Rbi Extends Truncated Market Hours Till Further Notice. | 30-04-2020 | The Reserve Bank of India has through a notification dated 30.04.2020 ordered that in view of the persisting operational dislocation and elevated level of health risks, the amended trading hours i.e. from 10am to 2pm for RBI-regulated markets shall be extended till further notice. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Haryana | Haryana Public Works Department Issued Advisory For All Workplace And Health Care Facilities On Use Of Air Conditions And Ventilation | 30-04-2020 | Haryana Public Works Department issued advisory for all workplace and health care facilities on operating Air Conditions and Ventilation system. For Workplace, it has been stated that AC should be used in vacant rooms for cooling purposes but should be switched off before entry of any person in the room to avoid contamination, thereafter ceiling fan should be switched on. Adequate ventilation should be ensured by keeping windows open thereafter. Every fortnight inspection of the indoor unit coils of the AC should be done. Exhaust fans should be installed if not installed in the first place. | Mandatory | Private and Commercial Establishment and Health Care Facilities | No end date specified |
| Maharashtra | Exemption From Payment Of Late Fee Of The Maharashtra State Tax On Professions, Trades, Callings And Employments Act, 1975 | 30-04-2020 | The whole of the late fee payable by the registered employer in respect of monthly or annual returns pertaining to any periods up to March 2020 and monthly period of April 2020, is exempted subject to fulfilment of eligibility conditions mentioned below: i) Any amount payable (tax + interest) as per return should have been/shall be paid on or before the filing of returns. ii) The aforesaid employers should submit the returns pertaining to any periods up to April 2020 on or before 31 May 2020 | Mandatory | All | 31-05-2020 |
| Tamil Nadu | Tn Streamlines Issue Of Movement Passes | 30-04-2020 | Tamil Nadu government streamlines the process of issuing passes for inter-district and inter-state travel for emergency purposes | Mandatory | ALL | No end date specified |
| Central | Extension Of Validity Of Registration Certificate For Bioavailability And Bioequivalence Study In New Drugs | 30-04-2020 | The Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) has issued a circular whereby the registration certificates for Bioavailability and Bioequivalence (BA/BE)study centers have been deemed to remain valid provided applications for renewal of the certificates have been made or are intended to be made in For CT- 08 along with requisite fees and documents, 90 days prior to the expiry of the existing registration certificate. | Mandatory | Pharmaceutical industry | No end date specified |
| Central | Circular On Relaxation In Compliance Requirements Pertaining To Mutual Funds | 30-04-2020 | In a Circular dated 30th April, 2020 the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has issued information regarding relaxation in compliance with requirements pertaining to Mutual Funds under the provisions of the SEBI (Mutual Funds) Regulations, 1996. The implementation policy of the following have been decided to be extended till 30th June, 2020: 1. Risk management framework for liquid and overnight funds and norms governing investment in short term deposits dated September 20, 2019 - Liquid funds shall hold at least 20% of its net assets in liquid assets 2. Review of investment norms for mutual funds for investment in Debt and Money Market Instruments dated October 1, 2019 - Existing open ended mutual fund schemes shall comply with the revised limits for sector exposure.. 3. Valuation of money market and debt securities dated September 24, 2019 - Amortization based valuation shall be dispensed with and irrespective of residual maturity, all money market and debt securities shall be valued in terms of paragraph 1.1.2.2 of the Circular Further, the timelines for submission of cyber security audit reports is extended by two months i.e. till August 31, 2020. The timelines for filing scheme annual reports for the year 2019-20 is extended by one month i.e. till August 31, 2020. Background: Previously, in a Circular dated 23rd March, 2020 SEBI had granted various relaxations in compliance with requirements pertaining to Mutual Funds. In addition to those relaxations, the present Circular has been issued based on the representations received from AMFI. | Mandatory | Mutual Fund and Asset Management Companies | 30-06-2020 |
| Central | Mandatory Pre-Shipment Sampling, Testing And Stuffing Of Export Consignment Of Small Cardamom To Saudi Arabia | 30-04-2020 | The Spices Board, Ministry of Commerce & Industry Govt. of India in a Circular dated April 30, 2020 has informed that it has decided to include exports of Small Cardamom to Saudi Arabia under the mandatory sampling and testing program of Spices Board. Further, the temporary exemption granted for mandatory pre-shipment sampling, testing and stuffing for export consignments of spices and spice products, as given in Circular No. SRD- S/03/0002/2019 dated 26th March 2020, on account of COVID 19 shall not be applicable to exports of Small Cardamom to Saudi Arabia. The Circular specifies that the Saudi Food & Drug Authority (SFDA), Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has revised the maximum limits of pesticide residues (MRLs) in Small Cardamom and has prescribed the new MRLs in Small Cardamom for the pesticides listed in the Circular such as Acetamiprid, Cyhalothrin (includes lambda cyhalothrin), Cypermethrin (including alpha-and zeta- cypermethrin), Profenofos, Triazophos, Dithiocarbamates. Accordingly, The Spices Board decided to include exports of Small Cardamom to Saudi Arabia under the mandatory sampling and testing program of Spices Board. Also, the export of Small Cardamom from India to Saudi Arabia shall be allowed only with the cleared analytical report from Spices Board's Quality Evaluation Laboratory (QEL) for the pesticides at SI. No 1-5, with effect from 4th May 2020 and SI. No 1-6 with effect from 25th June 2020. The minimum quantity required for the analysis is 200 gm of each sample. The analytical report will be issued in 4 working days from the date of receipt of sample at the QEL. The prescribed fee for the analysis of parameters at SI. No 1 to 5 Rs. 6,600 plus applicable taxes/charges and the testing will be undertaken by QELs at Kochi and Mumbai in the initial phase. The Circular is addressed to 1) All Exporters of Spices/ Exporters' Associations, 2) All Commissioners/Officials concerned of Customs across India, 3) All Regional Offices / QELs/ SRDs of Spices Board. | Mandatory | Entities involved in export of Small Cardamon to South Africa | No end date specified |
| Telangana | Telangana Government Extends Grace Period For Payment Of Motor Vehicle Tax For A Period Of One Month Beyond The Lifting Of Lockdown | 30-04-2020 | The Telangana Government has extended the grace period for payment of Motor Vehicles tax for the quarter ending 30-06-2020. The grace period is for one month beyond the lifting of lockdown which is imposed for prevention of COVID-19 as a one time measure. No penalty shall be levied under Section 6 of the said Act in respect of Motor Transport Vehicles. | Mandatory | Transportation and storage | 30-07-2020 |
| Haryana | Relaxation In Working Hours Of Adult Workers In Registered Factories In Haryana. | 29-04-2020 | All registered factories in Haryana have been exempted from the following provisions of the Factories Act, 1948 which relate to: i. Weekly working hours (Section 51); ii. Daily working hours (Section 54); and iii. Spread over or working hours including interval for rest (Section 56); subject to the following conditions: a. total working hours in a day shall be restricted to 12 hours; b. the spread over, inclusive of intervals for rest, shall not exceed 13 in any one day; c. total number of hours of work in any week, including overtime, shall not exceed 60; d. no worker shall be allowed to work overtime, for more than 7 days at a stretch and the total number of hours of overtime work in any quarter shall not exceed 75. (conditions (a) - (d) under Section 65 (3)). e. This exemption does not provide immunity from any other provision under the Factories Act, 1948 or any other State or Central Law as may be applicable to the factory and its workers. f. Exemption is valid till 30.6.2020. g. Wages for overtime work has to be paid at the rate of twice his ordinary rate of wages (Section 59) h. Instructions issued by Central as well as Haryana Government, including ones pertaining to social distancing, sanitization, etc., have to be strictly followed. | Mandatory | Manufacturing | 30-06-2020 |
| Odisha | Relaxations For Contractors | 29-04-2020 | Offices in containment zones shall remain shut Contractor/Head of agency shall furnish details of personnel working to Collector/Municipal Commissioner Two wheelers to have one rider only and cars shall not have more than 2 passengers including driver Passes are required for movement of personnel | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Odisha | Relaxations For Industrial Units | 29-04-2020 | Collector/Municipal Commissioner may permit operations Offices in containment zones shall remain shut Head of the unit shall furnish details of personnel working to Collector/Municipal Commissioner Two wheelers to have one rider only and cars shall not have more than 2 passengers including driver Passes are required for movement of personnel | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Odisha | Covid-19 Management Related Tasks For Covid Observers | 29-04-2020 | The COVID observers shall regularly review the performance of the district in respect of the following: Handling the Quarantine Facility at GP/ Urban Local Body level and the testing as per H&FW Dept. protocols. The TMCs at GP level must maintain desired hygiene, sanitation and social distancing with necessary discipline and security arrangement impeding any infiltration into villages. Management of COVID-19 hospitals including COVID care centres at Block level. Mobilisation and deployment of health professionals and workers and their training for COVID-19. Implementation of containment strategy including testing, contact tracing and isolation. Supply of essential commodities and other entitlements, including PDS, MDM/ SNP, cash allowances etc. Functioning of markets by enforcing of social distancing. Opening up of economic activities | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Mha Allows Movement Of Stranded Migrant Workers, Students, Tourists And Pilgrims With Conditions | 29-04-2020 | The MHA has relaxed lockdown measures to allow movement of migrant workers across states but with strict health protocols. The ministry said the new guidelines amid the Covid-19 outbreak will come into effect from May 4. All states and UTs have been asked to designate nodal authorities and develop standard protocols for receiving and sending stranded persons. The nodal authorities shall also register the stranded persons within their states and UTs. On arrival at their destination, they would be assessed by the local health authorities, and kept in home quarantine, unless the assessment requires keeping a person in institutional quarantine. They would be kept under watch with periodic health check-ups. For this purpose, such persons may be encouraged to use Aarogya Setu app through which their health status can be monitored and tracked | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Dadra And Nagar Haveli | Dadra & Nagar Haveli Administration Allows 77 Industries To Start Operations Subject To Conditions | 29-04-2020 | The UT Administration of Dadra and Nagar Haveli vide an order dated 29th April 2020 has published the industries with their name and address which can start their operations. The order states that the industries will have to follow conditions prior to starting their operations and to continue to follow the conditions. The keys conditions are: - 1. Disinfecting specific areas within the premises. 2. Transportation facility to be provided and norms of social distancing to be followed. 3. Medical insurance of workers is mandatory. 4. Vehicles and machinery entering the premise should be disinfected. 5. Entry and exit points to have provisions of hand wash and sanitizer preferably touch free mechanism. 6. Large gathering are discouraged (more than 10) 7. Hospitals nearby which treats COVID-19 patients to be identified. 8. Passes to be obtained from the district administration for additional workforce. 9. All industrial workers to download Arogya Setu app and Bluetooth to be activated. 10. Cleaning of premise to be done three times a day. | Mandatory | Specific list of 77 Industries with name and address. | No end date specified |
| Telangana | Telangana Pcb Advises Industries Applying For Cfe/Cfo To Apply Online For Recommendations By The Committee Members | 29-04-2020 | The Telangana PCB has in a notification dated 29.04.2020 advised all industries applying for Consent for Establishment (CFE)/Consent for Operation (CFE) to apply through the online portal at ipass.telangana.gov.in or tsocomms.nic.in/TLNPCB for obtaining recommendations by the CFE & CFO Committee members through email for processing their consent requirements. | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Rbi Notification Dated 29Th April 2020 On Extension Of Timeline For Filing Regulatory Return By Scbs, Payment Banks, Local Area Banks, All India Financial Institutions, Co-Operative Banks | 29-04-2020 | RBI on 29th April 2020 issued Notification extending the timeline for filing the regulatory return by SCBs, Payment Banks, Local Area Banks, All India Financial Institutions (Exim Bank, NABARD, NHB and SIDBI) and Co-operative Banks. The due dates for the returns mentioned in the said Notification has been extended by a period of 30 days from the actual due date. RBI further clarified that that no extension in timeline is permitted for submission of statutory returns under the Banking Regulation Act, 1949, RBI Act, 1934 or any other Act (for instance, returns related to CRR/SLR). | Advisory | Scheduled Commercial Banks, Payment Banks, Local Area Banks, All India Financial Institutions (Exim Bank, NABARD, NHB and SIDBI) | No end date specified |
| Ladakh | Government Of Ladakh Revises The Sop For The Movement Of The Trucks Outside Of Ut Ladakh Carrying All The Essentials | 29-04-2020 | In view to supply essential commodities in Ladakh region trucks / tankers are allowed to cross Zojila Pass 11th April, 2020 onwards and they have to follow certain SOP in this regard like only one driver and a cleaner / helper is allowed and if a person has COVID-19 symptoms then they will have to turn around. Medical camp with screening facilities will be established for the purpose of screening individuals. In addition to that trucks carrying food, vegetables and other essential items for Kargil district will be escorted with double escort system from Meena-Marg organised by IGP, Ladakh and will terminate at Khri Sultan Cho Stadium Bemathang distribution depot (where trucks will be off loaded). The convoy will not anywhere other than designated camps en-route Leh. The camps will have facilities of public convenience and light refreshments (deignated camps to be set up at Meena Marg and Likir). The purpose of convoy will be to ensure that drivers and helpers do not interact with locals both in Kargil and Leh. Further the police escorts will see off the convoy at zero point at the Zojila Pass. | Mandatory | Transport / Logistics | No end date specified |
| Sikkim | Process For Applying For Vehicle E-Pass In Sikkim | 28-04-2020 | 1. The interstate medical permit for one way or two way travel to exit and/or re-enter the state will be issued depending on sole discretion of the Approving Authority. 2. Strict actions shall be taken against those found misusing the e-pass 3. The pass holders are requested to carry the Driving License compulsorily 4. The state authority is liable to cancel the pass anytime 5. People on Government/Medical/Press Media should carry their respective ID Card. 6. For interstate permits may kindly apply to respective District Magistrates of the district you are residing 7. The vehicle e-Pass is only for intrastate/interstate travel 8. This Vehicle e-Pass is non-transferable 9. A maximum of five people will be allowed in a single vehicle e-Pass & all are required to carry their respective ID Cards. The number of people travelling maybe reduced by sole discretion of the Approving Authority 10. DOCUMENT PROOF(S) IS/ARE REQUIRED TO BE UPLOADED ACCORDING TO THE PURPOSE YOU ARE CHOOSING FOR THE VEHICLE E-PASS. A MINIMUM OF ONE DOCUMENT PROOF OR A MAXIMUM OF FIVE DOCUMENT PROOFS MAY BE UPLOADED FOR VERIFICATION. MAX SIZE FOR EACH DOCUMENT IS 5 MB & FILE TYPES ACCEPTED ARE JPG, JPEG, PNG & PDF. 11. CLICK ON "INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLY FOR VEHICLE E-PASS" ON THE TOP RIGHT HAND SIDE CORNER FOR DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS WITH ILLUSTRATIONS 12. IT'S MANDATORY TO HAVE INSTALLED AAROGYA SETU APP ON YOUR SMARTPHONE FOR ELIGIBILITY TO APPLY FOR VEHICLE e-PASS | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Odisha | Relaxations And Restrictions Issued By Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation. | 28-04-2020 | The Bhubaneshwar Municipal corporation by an order dated 28-04-2020, has declared certain activities under the allowed categories and certain under the prohibited category. Allowed categories: 1. Shops including rations shops dealing with groceries, fruits and vegetables, dairy and milk booths, meat and fish, animal feed and fodder, seeds, fertilizers and pesticides including their transportation, warehousing and related activities. 2. All shops including neighbourhood shops and standalone shops, shops in residential complexes registered under Odisha Shops and Commercials Establishments Act, 1956 except shops in market complexes and multi-brand and single brand malls, with 50% strengths of workers. 3. Shops that repair and service electrical and electronic appliances including fans, air coolers, water purifiers, air conditioners, mobile phones, computers, Accessories, etc. 4. All motor garage, battery shops, type shops, motor part shops, lubricant shops. 5. Shops selling educational books and stationeries for students. 6. Take away & Home Delivery restaurants. 7. Home Delivery of essential commodities by operators/online delivery services & Couriers services such as Amazon, Flipkart, Uber Eats etc. 8. Home delivery of all essential goods through E-commerce/online platforms. 9. Retailers of food and grocery items such as Big Bazar, reliance fresh, Omfed, Opolfed, Chilika Fresh, Spencers which can function all days. 10. Banks and ATMS, including IT vendors, for banking operations, banking correspondents. 11. Telecommunications Internet Services, broadcasting and cable services/DTH and optical fibre. 12. Petrol pumps, LPG, Petroleum and Gas retail and storage outlets. 13. Private Security services and facilities management services for maintenance and upkeep of office and residential complexes. 14. Hotels, Home stays, Lodges and Motels which are accommodating tourists and persons stranded due to lockdown medical and emergency staffs air and sea crew. 15. Establishments used/earmarked for quarantine facilities. 16. Services provided by self employed persons like electricians, IT Repairs, Plumbers, motor mechanics and carpenters. 17. Constructions of works in construction projects, where workers are available on site and no workers are required to be brought in from outside. 18. Shops dealing in construction equipments and supplies. 19. Offices of Industries and business establishments in Bhubaneshwar will be allowed to operate with 25% staff strength Prohibited category: 1. All market complexes, multi brands and single brand malls. 2. Gymnasium/ Game Parlours/ Saloons/ Spas / Beauty Parlours/ Message Centres. 3. All shops including thelas of Pan and Betel, tea coffee, fast food tiffin and fruit juice. Condition and timing of operation: 1. Not more that 5 customers at a time 2. Shop owners responsible to maintain social distancing. 3. Wearing of mask by each employee 4. Employees having flu like symptoms not to allowed to work 5. Provision of hand washing/sanitising to maintained. 6. Vegetable/grocery market to continue to function. 7. All retail shops other than essential commodities and medicine to be open between 8 AM and 6PM 8. Trade licence or certified copies to be used for movement of Shop owners. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Chhattisgarh | Regarding Permission / Acceptance To Visit (Interstate) Within The State Of Chhattisgarh And In Other States For Prevention Of Infection Of Corona Virus | 28-04-2020 | While permission for inter-district travel in Chhattisgarh is to be provided by the District Magistrate, with regard to inter-state travel between Chhattisgarh and other States (for emergencies like death or medical emergency) will require permission from the Home (Police) Department. In order to obtain permission for inter - State travel related to emergency, send an e-mail to cg.homesecretary@gmail.com | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Chhattisgarh | Regarding Amendment And Clarification Of Additional Permitted Activities From April 20, 2020 In The Remaining Areas Except The Content Zone Within The District / Hotspots Identified In The Lockdown Announced For Novel Corona Virus Infection Control. | 28-04-2020 | The General Administration Department, Naya Raipur, Atal Nagar, Government of Chhattisgarh in an order dated 28th April, 2020 has issued amendments and clarifications regarding operation of shops in additional permitted activities which are allowed from 20th April, 2020, except in containment zones or hotspots within the district as identified by the State Government. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Delhi | Delhi Govt. Directs All Labs To Provide Complete Report Of Every First Test That Is +Ive And Report Of Every Patient Undergoing Repeat Test In View Of Covid-19 To Integrated Disease Surveillance Program | 28-04-2020 | In an Order dated 28th April, 2020, the Health and Family Welfare Department, Delhi (Department) has directed all laboratories in the State to provide reports to the Integrated Disease Surveillance Program Delhi via e-mail in the following form: 1. Complete Report of every first test that is positive, along with the scanned Requisition Form 2. Complete Report of every patient undergoing a repeat test, along with the scanned Requisition Form. The laboratories have to send these documents in addition to the line lists that all labs are currently sending to IDSP. Background: The COVID-19 pandemic is a threat to the well-being of people in Delhi. Testing and tracking all fresh positive cases as well as the tracking of repeat samples is critical for the state to ensure immediate monitoring of all cases. Therefore, in order to collect the required information, the present Order is issued. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Tripura | Tripura Government Imposes Penalty Of Rs. 100/- For Not Wearing Masks In Public Places/Government Offices/Psus Etc. | 28-04-2020 | The Chief Secretary, Government of Tripura has ordered to impose a fine of Rs. 100/- on any Government / PSU employee who is found not wearing face mask/cover in Government / PSUs office, particularly corridors, meetings and rooms where there are more than one person. | Mandatory | Government offices | No end date specified |
| Central | The Ministry Of Shipping Announced Monetary Compensation To Dependant Members /Legal Heirs Of Port Employees/Workers To Cover The Risk Of Life Due To Covid 19 Contamination While Doing Their Duty. | 28-04-2020 | The Ministry of Shipping by a letter dated 28-04-2020, provided monetary compensation to dependant members /legal heirs of port employees/Workers to cover the risk of life due to Covid 19 contamination while doing their duty. An amount of 50 lakhs compensation has been fixed as compensation. The claim should be verified by the Port Chairman. The ports will utilize their internal resources for the disbursement of compensation The compensation is applicable only for the pandemic of COVID-19 and it shall be in force up to 30-09-2020. | Mandatory | All | 30-09-2020 |
| Kerala | Kerala Pcb Notification Regarding Online Submission Of Renewal Of License/ Authorization | 28-04-2020 | In light of the outbreak of COVID-19 pandemic, the Pollution Control Board, Kerala had extended the validity of licenses/ authorizations up to 30th June, 2020 (for all industries/ establishments whose validity period of licenses / authorizations would expire between 15th March to 30th April 2020) with unaltered terms and conditions. Such industries / establishments need to submit an online application for renewal of licenses/ authorizations by 31st May, 2020. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Bihar | Bihar Health Department Makes Wearing Of Masks Compulsory | 27-04-2020 | With a view to contain and control the spread of COVID-19 infection, the Health Department of Bihar (Department) has issued an Order for everyone to use masks / face covers whenever they step outside their house. All fruit sellers, vegetable vendors, cleaners, grocery shopkeepers, Sudha Dairy, drugstores and the workers therein. People who visit such stores/ shops are also required to cover their faces with a cloth or face masks. The Department has further clarified that over and above the N95 masks, home stitched double-layered masks may also be used. The Department has further clarified that N 95 masks are meant for doctors and medical officers / personnel involved in examination and treatment of COVID-19 patients. 3 ply masks or double layered cloth masks may be used by office workers and other citizens. Please note that the Order is in Vernacular and we have translated it to the best of our understanding. Once an official translation is available, we will update in case there is a requirement. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Rbi Announces ¹ 50,000 Crore Special Liquidity Facility For Mutual Funds (Slf-Mf) | 27-04-2020 | The RBI in a view to preserve the financial stability has taken necessary steps to combat the COVID-19 pandemic. In a view to easing liquidity pressures on MFs, the RBI has decided to open a special liquidity facility for mutual funds of Rs. 50,000 crore. Under the SLF-MF, RBI will conduct repo operations of 90 days tenor at a fixed repo rate and the funds availed under SLF-MF will be used by the banks exclusively for meeting liquidity requirements. Liquidity availed under SLF0MF would be eligible to be classified as held to maturity (HTM) even in excess of 25 per cent of total investment permitted to be included in the HTM portfolio. | Advisory | Financial institutions | 11-05-2020 |
| Dadra And Nagar Haveli | Ut Administration Of Dadra & Nagar Haveli Allows Shops To Stay Open From 8:00 Am To 4:00 Pm | 27-04-2020 | The UT Administration of Dadra and Nagar Haveli has allowed shops to open from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The shop timing will not apply in containment zones. Pharmacies, Hospitals and other emergency services to continue during normal hours. Bars, gyms, parlours, saloons, shall be prohibited. Dining at restaurants is prohibited but they can undertake takeaway / home delivery. | Mandatory | All shops | No end date specified |
| Dadra And Nagar Haveli | Ut Administration Of Dadra & Nagar Haveli Vide An Order Has Listed Down The Name Of Industries Which Can Start Their Operation But Subject To Few Conditions | 27-04-2020 | The UT Administration of Dadra and Nagar Haveli vide an order dated 27th April 2020 has published the industries with their name and address which can start their operations. The order states that the industries will have to follow conditions prior to starting their operations and to continue to follow the conditions. The keys conditions are: - 1. Disinfecting specific areas within the premises. 2. Transportation facility to be provided and norms of social distancing to be followed. 3. Medical insurance of workers is mandatory. 4. Vehicles and machinery entering the premise should be disinfected. 5. Entry and exit points to have provisions of hand wash and sanitizer preferably touch free mechanism. 6. Large gathering are discouraged (more than 10) 7. Hospitals nearby which treats COVID-19 patients to be identified. 8. Passes to be obtained from the district administration for additional workforce. 9. All industrial workers to download Arogya Setu app and Bluetooth to be activated. 10. Cleaning of premise to be done three times a day. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| West Bengal | Notification Regarding Home Quarantine To Combat Spread Of Covid-19 | 27-04-2020 | WB Government allows private quarantining of primary and secondary contacts of COVID positive cases unless they have been instructed to be brought to designated hospital | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Extension Of Implementation Date Of Circular On Review Of Margin Framework For Cash And Derivatives Segments (Except For Commodity Derivatives Segment) | 27-04-2020 | In a Notification dated 27th April, 2020, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has issued a Circular informing the extension of implementation date of Circular on Review of Margin Framework for Cash and Derivatives segments (except for Commodity Derivatives Segment). In view of the challenges arising out of COVID-19 pandemic and various other surveillance measures in place, the time for implementing Review of Margin Framework for Cash and Derivatives segments (except for Commodity Derivatives Segment) has been extended to June 01, 2020. Further, through the present Circular, Stock Exchanges and Clearing Corporations are directed to: a) take necessary steps to put in place systems for implementation of the circular, including necessary amendments to the relevant bye-laws, rules and regulations; b) bring the provisions of this circular to the notice of their members and also disseminate the same on their websites; and c) communicate to SEBI, the status of implementation of the provisions of this circular in the Monthly Development Report. | Mandatory | All (provided it is a listed entity) | 01-06-2020 |
| Central | Sebi Reduces Broker Turnover Fees And Filing Fees For Issuers | 27-04-2020 | In a Press Release dated 27th April, 2020, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has informed that it has reduced Broker turnover fees and filing fees for issuers in order to help market participants to tide over challenges due to COVID 19. The broker turnover fee will be reduced to 50% of the existing fee structure for the period June 2020 to March 2021. The benefit of the above reduction in fees will automatically be passed on to the investors as well. Filing fees on offer documents for Public issue, Rights issue and Buyback of shares will be reduced to 50% of the existing fee structure. This will be effective for documents filed from June 1, 2020 to December 31, 2020. | Mandatory | All (provided it is a listed entity) | 31-12-2020 |
| Karnataka | Industries Starting Operations In Rural Areas To Submit Self Declaration Of Adhering To Standard Operating Unit Before Starting The Unit | 27-04-2020 | The Revenue Department of Karnataka has directed industries starting businesses in rural areas i.e., outside the limits of District Headquarters of COVID-19 Unaffected Districts (excluding Ramanagara District) i.e., Yadgir, Koppal , Shivmogga, Chikkamagaluru, Kolar, Chamarajanagara, Raichur, Haveri and Hassan to submit a self declaration of adhering to Standard Operating Procedure in the format prescribed in the Annexure to District Industries Center before starting operations. | Mandatory | Manufacturing Industries | No end date specified |
| Kerala | Kerala Issues Resurgent Measures To Assist It/Ites Companies/Establishments In Government It Parks | 27-04-2020 | Considering the economic situation faced by IT/ITes companies/establishments, the Electronics and Information Technology Department of Kerala, issued resurgent measure to help these companies/establishments in Government IT Parks to tide over the economic crisis. The measures are - i. Waiver of rent for the months of April, May and June, 2020 for those who have taken upto 10,000 sq.ft of space on rent. ii. Waiver of rent for the months of April, May and June 2020 for incubation centers irrespective of the area occupied iii. Offering moratorium for those who have taken more than 10,000 sq. ft i.e., rent for the months of April, May and June, 2020 to be paid in July, August and September, 2020 respectively without penalty/surcharge. iv. Waiver of rent for the months of April, May and June, 2020 for non IT shops/establishments operating out of Government IT parks v. Same rate of rent as in 2019-2020 to hold good for 2020-2021 with no rent escalation vi. Waiver of surcharge on rental till September, 2020 vii. IT/ITes companies which start operations on or before 31st March, 2021 in Government IT Parks will be entitled to waiver of rent for the first 3 months. | Advisory | IT/ITes companies | No end date specified |
| West Bengal | Sale Of Non-Essential Items Are Allowed Through Home Delivery, In West Bengal | 27-04-2020 | The Government of West Bengal, vide order dated 27-04-2020, has clarified that sale of non-essential items are allowed through home delivery. All essential activities in the supply chain are also allowed. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| West Bengal | The Government Of West Bengal Has Issued A Circular Dated 27-04-2020, Planning For Gradual Resumption/Normalization Of Hospital Services In A Phased Manner. | 27-04-2020 | The Government of West Bengal has issued a circular dated 27-04-2020, planning for gradual resumption/normalization of Hospital Services in a phased manner. To ensure the safety and protection of the health care personnel and the general public approaching health care institutions, guidelines should be adhered to. 1. The guidelines relating to fever clinics should be followed and fever/respiratory illness cases should be segregated at the entry point. 2. Social distancing should be maintained in the que and waiting area. 3. Suitable restriction on visitors and use of face masks should be mandatory. 4. Waiting area should be sanitized after OPD/visiting hours 5. Suspects of COVID 19 should be kept in isolation and protocol must be followed. 6. The gaps between two beds in the IPD should be at least 1 metre 7. Doctors, Nurses, para medical should wear PPE and masks and practice frequent hand washing and use of hand sanitizer. 8. Patients who have planned a surgery must be tested for COVID 19 first, if the patient tests positive the surgery must be delayed. 9. In case of emergency surgery may be carried out with full protection for the surgery team. 10. Bio-medical waste disposal protocol must be followed | Mandatory | Hospitals | No end date specified |
| Delhi | Delhi Government Has Issued An Order To Maintain Status Quo On Implementation Of Guidelines Issued On 15 Apr 2020 With A Few Exemptions | 27-04-2020 | The Government of Delhi has issued direction to all the departments of GNCT of Delhi to maintain status quo with respect to strict implementation of consolidated guidelines dated 15-04-2020 read with 26-04-2020, with exceptions in the below mentioned activities. 1. Veterinary hospitals, dispensaries and clinics 2. Movement of all medical and veterinary personnel 3. Operation of homes for children/disabled/mentally challenged etc. 4. Online teaching/distance learning. 5. Service provided by self employed persons like electricians/plumbers etc. 6. Shops for educational books and electric fans | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Delhi | Order Regarding Basic Physical Accessibility Features To Pwds | 27-04-2020 | States/UTs have been requested to urgently initiate necessary action to ensure these basic features of accessibility are provided so that PwDs, persons with restricted mobility and those dependent upon attendants/caregivers are not inconvenienced further, especially during the times of this pandemic. The basic features of accessibility are as follows: All operating and control mechanisms and self-operated devices (sanitizer dispensers, glove cases, soaps, wash basins) are placed within approachable reach of PwDs, especially for wheelchair users. Graphical and simple, prominent signage as per standard requirements of colour and contrast are put up. Ramps (gradient 1:12) with railings are provided. At least One (01) low height accessible counter at reception, testing areas and pharmacies. Audio announcements and captioned videos for public announcements of important news to be made. Ensure accessibility in lifts or assigning liftman in at least one lift for extending help to PwDs. Reserving areas/ rooms/ wards for PwDs that may be provided with accessible toilets. Provision for vestibular cabins for attendants of COVID-19 patients, especially with intellectual disability and mental illness. | Mandatory | Testing & quarantine facilities and hospitals | No end date has been prescribed |
| Chhattisgarh | Guidelines Issued In Respect Of The Permitted Activities Identified From April 20, 2020 Under Lock Down Implemented In The District Under Corona 19 Control And Prevention | 27-04-2020 | South Bastar in Dantewada of Chhattisgarh to allow the following activities from 20th April, 2020: 1. Plantation, forest promotion and allied activities; 2. Shops and establishments allowed to open only for two days of the week: a. Building and construction related hardware (Mondays and Thursdays); b. utensils, textiles and jewellery (Tuesdays and Fridays); c. Fancy stores, shoes and slippers (Wednesdays and Saturdays) 3. Shops allowed to remain open on a daily basis: a. Vegetables, fruits and food-grain; b. Academic book store and stationary shop for students; c. Daily Needs/ food and grocery shops; d. Agriculture related machinery/ spare parts and repair shops; e. Animal feed, fertilizers, pesticides, and seeds; f. Chicken, mutton, fish and eggs; g. Optical stores; h. Mobile recharge (selling of mobiles not allowed); i. puncture repairs and spare parts for two and four wheelers; j. flour and pulses mill; k. sale and repair of electric fans, coolers and electrical goods; l. services of mechanic, carpenter, plumber, electrician, motor mechanic and computer repair are allowed; Other than petrol pumps, gas agencies and medical shops all the exempted shops and establishments will be open from 9 am till 4 pm. Only registered shops and establishments will be allowed to keep open; All shops and establishments to start working with 50% of employee strength; The employer of shop or establishment to ensure physical distancing and wearing of masks by all | Mandatory | All | 03-05-2020 |
| Central | Icmr Has Listed 2 Companies For Faulty Rt-Pcr Test Kits And Have Asked The States To Return The Testing Kits. | 27-04-2020 | ICMR has listed 2 companies for faulty RT-PCR test kits and have asked the states to return the testing kits. ICMR has also mentioned that the testing results shows wide variations. The following 2 companies have been listed: - 1. Guangzhou Wondfo Biotech 2. Zhuhai Livzon Diagnostics | Mandatory | COVID-19 testing hospitals, Diagnostics centres | No end date specified |
| Uttarakhand | Extension Of Validity Of Fire Noc Till June 30, 2020 (For The Fire Nocs Expiring From March- June 2020) In Uttarakhand | 27-04-2020 | The Police Department, Uttarakhand in a recent notification dated April 27, 2020 has informed that the validity of Fire NOC expiring in the period of March 2020 to June 2020 has been extended till June 30, 2020. This has been done in the light of COVID-19 situation which is delaying or making it difficult for site inspection to be conducted on time, thereby causing difficulties for the people. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Central | Representation Of Compensation Of Loss To Oxygen Manufacturer | 27-04-2020 | The Petroleum and Explosives Safety Organisation in a letter dated 27th April, 2020 towards All India Industrial Manufacturers' Association (AIIGMA) has asked them to provide certain necessary documents to examine the matter. The AIIGMA have requested to compensate the cost of other gases (other than oxygen) which are produced simultaneously and vented out while manufacturing to meet the demand of excess Oxygen during COVID-19. Documents required from manufacturers are - 1. Unit wise manufacturing and storage capacities of various gases, storage and sale. 2. Month wise electricity power consumption for each unit from 1st jan, 2019 till 30th Apr, 2020. 3. Month wise quantity of gas produced during the same period. 4. Quantity of gas earmarked under any contractual agreement with industries. 5. An undertaking that the above data submitted are correct and you have documentary evidence which may be produced by you for further scrutiny. | Mandatory | Gas Manufacturers | No end date specified |
| Dadra And Nagar Haveli | Order For Permission To Operate Industries | 26-04-2020 | In a Notification dated 26th April, 2020 the Union Territory Administration of Dadra and Nagar Haveli, Daman and Diu has granted various industries the permission to operate during the period of lockdown. However, such permission is subject to the following specific terms and conditions: 1. The Industry shall work only with the labourers and employees in Dadra & Nagar Haveli. No employees / labourers from the areas outside of Dadra & Nagar Haveli are allowed. 2. All areas in the premises including the following shall be disinfected completely using user friendly disinfectant mediums: a. Entrance Gate of building, office etc b. Cafeteria and canteens. c. Meeting room, Conference halls / open areas available / verandah / entrance gate of site, bunkers. porta cabins, building etc. d. Equipment and lifts. e. Washroom, toilet, sink: water points etc, f. Walls / all other surfaces 3. For workers coming from outside the industrial unit's campus. special transportation facility with prior approval will be arranged without any dependency on the public transport system. These vehicles should be allowed to work only within 30-40 passenger capacity 4. All vehicles and machinery entering the premise should be disinfected by spray mandatorily. 5. Medical insurance of workers is mandatory. 6. Hand wash, sanitizer with touch free mechanism should be made available at all times. Further, sufficient quantities of the items must be available. 7. Large gatherings or meetings of 10 or more people to be discouraged. Seating at least 6 feet away from others on job sites and in gatherings, meetings and training sessions. 8. Not more than 2 / 4 persons (depending on size) will be allowed to travel in lifts or hoists. 9. Use of staircase for climbing should be encouraged. 10. Hospitals / clinics in the nearby areas, which are authorized to treat COVID-19 patients, should be identified and list should be available at work place all times. 11. 11. Any addition or reinforcement of workforce has to be duly informed to the District Administration for approval and passes have to be obtained before allowing them in the industries. 12. Every Industrial unit should have an Incident Management Team led by the Factory Manager / In-charge responsible for managing the situation on daily basis. Utmost and unprecedented measure have to be taken to stop the spread of Coronavirus across all sites. The Factory Manager / In-charge details and mobile number has to be provided to the District Administration. 13. Biometric attendance system should be withheld and strict protocols on social distancing and hygiene at the work place / gatherings shall be followed. 14. The Industrial unit shall do thermal scanning of all employees / visitors / drivers / transporters / representatives at the entry and exit points. 15. All the industrial workers / employee have to download the "Arogya Setu" mobile app in their mobile phones and the Bluetooth of the mobile phones will have to be activated always. The factory manager shall give details of the employees having mobile phones and the mobile app downloaded. 16. Industry is responsible to provide face masks to all the workers and ensure that the workers wear the masks the moment they step out their houses during travel ands while working in the factory. 17. Wearing of face cover I mask is compulsory in work places. 18. Sufficient provisions have to be made for frequent hand washing and supply of soap / hand wash and sanitizers to be provided for all the workers by the industry. It should be made available at entry / exit points and common areas. Frequent hand washing should be mandated. 19. Cleaning and sanitation of the entire premises to be done at least three times a day and between shifts. 20. Industry should ensure a gap of one hour between shifts and should have staggered timing for lunch breaks for workers and employees of different units in the industry. There should not be any overlapping shifts. 21. The vehicle used for the purpose of transportation of workers have to be parked inside the premises. There should not be unnecessary movement of such vehicles. 22. 22. Industrial workers residing in nearby areas will be allowed to go to the industries by walk. The workers going by walk should maintain the social distance and should always carry the pass issued by the concerned industry. No workers without valid pass shall be allowed. 23. Maintain minimalistic footfall in factory. There should be a total ban on non-essential visitors to the industry. 24. Large meetings to be prohibited. 25. If meeting is unavoidable, it should be of less than 5 in number and seating at least 6 feet away from others. 26. Each industry should have a designated areas as isolation area to confine any person developed / having symptoms till such time they are not transported out to the medical facility. All such cases have to be informed immediately to the Director, Medical Health Services, D&NH and D&D. 27. Workers should be advised to stay at home in case if any worker has any of the symptoms viz. coughing, headache, fever, body ache, shortness of breath, nasal congestion, runny nose, and sore throat etc., and shall report to the health authorities immediately. 28. Workers should be advised to not to spit in open places, work areas and other public places and also informed about the ill effected consuming tobacco products. Use of gutka, tobacco etc. should be prohibited. 29. Intensive communication and training on good hygiene practices among the workers / employees have to be done by the industry. 30. All payments of wages / salaries to Industrial employees, Contract worker and laborers to be ensured by the 5th of every month. It is the responsibility of the industries to ensure timely payments. 31. Necessary reports shall be submitted by the industrial authorities on a daily basis in the online portal developed by the Administration. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Haryana | Implementation Of Consolidated Revised Guidelines For Containment Of Covid-19 Issued By The Ministry Of Home Affairs, Government Of India - For Opening Of Shops In The State. | 26-04-2020 | The Labour Department of Haryana has allowed re-opening of the shops with no prior permission by the individuals / concerned persons. In addition to that, the District Magistrates will ensure necessary monitoring and supervision regarding the same. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Himachal Pradesh | Order Under Section 144 Cr.P.C.(Amendments) Dated 26.04.2020 - For Bilaspur District (Himachal Pradesh) | 26-04-2020 | 1. All shops, including shops in residential and market complexes, except shops in multi-brand and single brand malls, outside the limits of Municipalities and Nagar Panchayats in Bilaspur District, may remain open with 50% strength of workers with strict observation of the following norms: i. social distancing; and ii. Wearing of masks; 2. All shops, including neighbourhood shops and standalone shops, shops in residential complexes, except shops in multi-brand and single brand malls, within the limits of Municipalities and Nagar Panchayats in Bilaspur District, may remain open with 50% strength of workers with strict observation of the following norms: i. social distancing; and ii. Wearing of masks; (Note: It does not apply to barber shops, beauty parlours, hair salons, liquid vends, restaurants, hotels, cafes and eating joints.) | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Himachal Pradesh | Order Under Section 144(1)(2) Of Cr. P.C. 1973 Dated 26/04/2020 - For Sirmaur District (Himachal Pradesh) | 26-04-2020 | 1. All persons entering Sirmaur district on the basis of e-pass shall install and activate Arogya Setu mobile application. 2. Medical examination of such persons and filling in prescribed proforma jointly by Police and Medical staff. 3. Three aspects screening of such persons, thermal screening, symptoms and travel history. 4. Person with higher body temperature, and prescribed symptoms and who come from Hotspot or Containment Zones and person travelling without valid pass to be sent to Quarantine facility for 14 days. 5. Other persons who have no symptoms shall be sent to home quarantine for 14 days after complying with requisite formalities. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Himachal Pradesh | Relaxation In Opening Of Shops In Sirmaur District | 26-04-2020 | All shops in rural areas in Sirmaur District may remain open from 10 AM to 2 PM with 50% strength of workers with strict observation of the following norms: i. social distancing; and ii. Wearing of masks. Shops in urban areas in Sirmaur District may remain open from 10 AM to 2 PM with 50% strength of workers with strict observation of the following norms: i. social distancing; and ii. Wearing of masks. Shops in market complexes and shopping malls to remain closed. (Note: It does not apply to salons, barber shops, beauty parlours, spas, tea stalls, restaurants and hotels, cafe, eating joints, sweet shops (preparation and sale), sports complex,, gyms, etc.) | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Arunachal Pradesh | Enforcement Of Mha15 Order Across The State | 26-04-2020 | The Government of Arunachal Pradesh issues this order instructing district authorities to implement the provisions of the MHA15 order | Mandatory | All | 03-05-2020 |
| Dadra And Nagar Haveli | Exemptions Allowed In Certain Business Operations In The Ut | 26-04-2020 | In continuing with the exemption and relaxations granted under MHA 15, the Collectorate of Dadra & Nagar Haveli permits certain relaxations across the UT Only labourers and workers present within the state are allowed to operate. No once from outside the state will be permitted all common areas of business premises must be regularly disinfected Compulsory medical insurance to be extended to all workers Every industrial unit should have an incident management team Other provisions of the SOP from MHA15 to be strictly implemented | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Haryana | No Permission Required For Small Residential/Industrial Construction Sites Employing Upto 10 Workers Within Municipal And Rural Limits Of Haryana | 26-04-2020 | In furtherance to the implementation of consolidated revised guidelines for containment of COVID-19 issued by the MHA, the Haryana Government has issued a circular allowing small residential/industrial construction sites employing upto 10 workers within municipality limits and rural areas where workers are available on site to operate without permission. Standard Operating Procedures with respect to social distancing, sanitization etc must be strictly adhered to. | Advisory | Construction industries | No end date specified |
| Central | Epfo Issues Faqs On Epf Advance To Fight Covid-19 Pandemic | 26-04-2020 | Employees Provident Fund Organization, India, Ministry of Labour & Employment, Government of India has issued FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ON EPF ADVANCE TO FIGHT COVID-19 PANDEMIC Dated 26/04/2020. For a detailed read of the FAQs, please refer the attached document. | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Himachal Pradesh | District Magistrate'S Order Dated 26Th April 2020 On Opening And Closing Time For Shops In Rural Areas Of The Shimla, Himachal Pradesh | 26-04-2020 | The District Magistrate of Shimla, Himachal Pradesh issued order dated 26th April 2020 providing permission to all shops in rural areas to operate between 10 am and 2 pm. The shopkeepers have been instructed to strictly follow social distancing norms and to adopt proper measures of sanitization of their shops. Use of mask is mandatory in the shops. No one to be allowed to be in the shop with fever/flu etc. including the owner and workers. | Mandatory | Shops in rural areas in the District of Shimla, Himachal Pradesh | No end date specified |
| Himachal Pradesh | District Magistrate'S Order Dated 26Th April 2020 On Opening And Closing Time For Shops In Rural Areas Of The Chamba, Himachal Pradesh | 26-04-2020 | The District Magistrate of Chamba, Himachal Pradesh issued order dated 26th April 2020 providing permission to shops in the district of Chamba, Himachal Pradesh to operate between specified timing. Key Point: Essential commodities shops a. Essential commodities shops as notified from time to time shall continue to remain open throughout the area of District Chamba. b. All shops, in rural areas, with 50% strength of workers with wearing of masks and social distancing being mandatory shall be allowed to open during curfew relaxation hours. c. The permissible establishments may open from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM d. The shopkeepers have been instructed to strictly follow social distancing norms and to adopt proper measures of sanitization of their shops. Use of mask is mandatory in the shops. No one to be allowed to be in the shop with fever/flu etc. including the owner and workers. | Mandatory | Shops in the District of Chamba, Himachal Pradesh | No end date specified |
| Haryana | Implementation Of Revised Guidelines For Opening Of Shops | 26-04-2020 | No permission will be required to re-open shops covered by Order of the Chief Secretary issued on 25.04.2020 / Order of MHA issued on 24.04.2020 subject to the compliance of the instructions contained therein: In line with the Central Government Order, the Haryana Government had previously issued another Order stating that all standalone shops, shops in residential complexes will be permitted to operate in the State with 50% strength of workers with wearing masks and social distancing being non-mandatory. Further, in sync with the Central Government Order, shops in multi brand and single brand malls will not be permitted to operate. | Mandatory | All | 03-05-2020 |
| Delhi | Govt Of Nct Of Delhi Issues Order Dated 26Th April 2020 Allowing Shops Registered Under Shops And Establishment Act To Operate Within And Outside Municipal Limits With Conditions In Pursuance To Mha Order Dated 24Th April 2020 | 26-04-2020 | Govt of NCT of Delhi issues Order dated 26th April 2020 allowing Shops registered under Shops and Establishment Act to operate within and outside Municipal limits with conditions in pursuance to MHA order dated 24th April 2020 with specific conditions: a. all shops (excluding the shops in multi-brand and single brand malls) outside the limits of municipal corporation and municipalities with 50% strength of workers b. all shops (excluding the shops in market complexes, multi-brand and single brand malls) within the limits of municipal corporation and municipalities with 50% strength of workers. The shops should ensure wearing of mask by employees/workers/staffs and maintain social distancing norms. The above Order also amends the term "shopping complexes" under Clause 1(x) of the MHA Order dated 15th April and replaced it with the term "market complexes" Post issuing the Order dated 24th April 2020 allowing Shops registered under Shops and Establishment Act to operate during the lockdown with specific conditions, MHA on 25th April 2020 issued following clarifications on the Order. a. In rural areas, all shops, except those in shopping malls are allowed to open. b. In urban areas, all standalone shops, neighbourhood shops & shops in residential complexes are allowed to open. c. Shops in markets/market complexes and shopping malls are not allowed to open. d. It is clarified that sale by e-commerce companies will continue to be permitted for essential goods only. e. It is further clarified that sale of liquor and other items continues to be prohibited as specified in the National Directives for COVID-19 management. | Mandatory | Shops registered under Shops and Establishment Act | 03-05-2020 |
| Central | Mha Issues Clarification To Order Dated 24Th April 2020 Allowing Shops To Operate Within And Outside Municipal Limits | 25-04-2020 | Post issuing the Order dated 24th April 2020 allowing Shops registered under Shops and Establishment Act to operate during the lockdown with specific conditions, MHA on 25th April 2020 issued following clarifications on the Order. a. In rural areas, all shops, except those in shopping malls are allowed to open. b. In urban areas, all standalone shops, neighbourhood shops & shops in residential complexes are allowed to open. c. Shops in markets/market complexes and shopping malls are not allowed to open. d. It is clarified that sale by e-commerce companies will continue to be permitted for essential goods only. e. It is further clarified that sale of liquor and other items continues to be prohibited as specified in the National Directives for COVID-19 management. | Mandatory | Shops registered under Shops and Establishment Act | 03-05-2020 |
| Meghalaya | Curfew Promulgated In Shillong W.E.F 26Th April Upto 4Th May 2020 | 25-04-2020 | DM imposes curfew in Shillong and adjoining areas Curfew to last 6am on 4th May 2020 Essential services are exempt from this Curfew order Curfew passes to be obtained for movement of personnel | Mandatory | All | 04-05-2020 |
| Himachal Pradesh | Relaxation In Curfew During The Covid - 19 | 25-04-2020 | The District Magistrate of Lahul & Spiti at Keylong, Himachal Pradesh has issued further relaxations in curfew during COVID-19 lockdown. These relaxations are - 1. Increased relaxation time of 4 hours instead of 3 hours, allowing morning walks. 2. Shops (residential and market complexes) will work with 50% strength with masks compulsory and with proper social distancing. 3. Shops will remain open from 10:00 AM to 02:00 PM from 27th April, 2020 (curfew will be relaxed during the same time) 4. Barber shops will not come under these relaxations, it will remain closed till further orders. | Mandatory | All | 27-04-2020 |
| Punjab | Punjab Issues Advisory On Use Of Air Conditioners In Residential, Commercial And Hospital Spaces | 25-04-2020 | The Punjab Government issued an advisory on the use of air-conditioners in residential and commercial spaces and hospitals. For commercial and industrial facilities, adequate ventilation of the indoor environments with outdoor air has been advised. Further, mechanical ventilation systems and air conditioning systems, which provide ventilation, can perform this function more effectively than simply opening the windows, because they improve the quality of the outdoor air with filtration. For areas where fresh air is not provided, introduction of a fresh air duct attached to a central inline fan filter unit has been advised for the distribution of the fresh air by grilles into the space or near the indoor units in case of multiple cassette or multiple hi-wall units. Healthcare facilities have been advised to isolate their air-conditioning system in COVID-19 wards and isolation centres from rest of the hospital or the building considering the probability of spread of infection being higher in these areas. This is to prevent the re-circulation of air which may be containing the droplet nuclei having virus. For areas where a separate air conditioning is not possible/feasible, since exhaust air is likely to contain particles carrying the virus, suitable techniques have been advised to be undertaken to prevent the spread of the virus. The treatment of exhaust air can be done by HEPA filtration or by chemical disinfection of the exhaust air from COVID-19 patient room by bubbling the exhaust air through a Diffused air aerator tank (preferably of non-metallic material) holding a 1% sodium hypochlorite solution. Exhaust Air can also be treated by exposing it for 45 minutes to a temperature of 75o Celsius to inactivate the SARS-CoV. | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Goa | Gymnasiums/Cinema Theatres/Public Swimming Pools/Spa'S/Hotels & Others To Shutdown Operations | 25-04-2020 | The Goa Government issued an order that gymnasiums, cinema theatres, public swimming pools including those in hotels, casinos, spa and massage parlours, salons, river cruises, nightclubs and multiplexes will remain closed till further orders | Mandatory | Gymnasiums/Cinema Theatres/Public Swimming Pools/Spa's/Hotels & Others To Shutdown Operations | No end date specified |
| Odisha | Opening Of Shops In Odisha | 25-04-2020 | The Odisha government has allowed reopening of all shops, including neighbourhood and standalone shops, those in residential complexes within the municipal limits and registered under the Orissa Shops and Commercial Establishments Act, 1956, except shops in market complexes and multi-brand and single-brand malls. Similarly, all shops, including those in residential and market complexes, except in multi-brand and single-brand malls in rural areas been allowed to reopen. They can be opened with 50 per cent workers with masks and social distancing being mandatory. | Mandatory | Shops | No end date specified |
| Odisha | Permitted Labourers To Travel Within State | 25-04-2020 | The factories, agencies and contractors will have to transport them from camps to work sites in designated buses, maintaining social distancing, according to the order. The industries, agencies and contractors will report the workers' details, place of work and buses to the District Collector, through the District Labour Officer. The District Collectors will issue passes to such contractors within the state for the purpose. | Mandatory | Factories | No end date specified |
| Himachal Pradesh | Relaxation In Opening Of Shops In Kinnaur District | 25-04-2020 | All shops in Kinnaur District may remain open from 10 AM to 2 PM with 50% strength of workers with strict observation of the following norms: i. social distancing; ii. hand sanitization before entering the shops; iii. Wearing of masks. (Note: It does not apply to dhabas, bars, restaurants, liquor vends and saloons.) | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Himachal Pradesh | Relaxation In Opening Of Shops In Rural Areas Of Kullu District | 25-04-2020 | All shops in rural areas of Kullu District (which are outside the limit of any ULB) may remain open from 10 AM to 2 PM with 50% strength of workers with strict observation of the following norms: i. social distancing; ii. Wearing of masks; iii. Separate marking to be made( by the shopkeepers/owners of the establishments) on the ground inside the shop/store and in the waiting area outside the shop at a distance of 1.5 metres to 2 metres for customers. (Note: a. It does not apply to shopping malls, dhabas, cafes, hotels, eating joints, restaurants, liquor vends and hair salons, barber shops, beauty parlours; b. Any shop/person violating the norms of social distancing shall be persecuted as per law.) | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Nagaland | The Government Of Nagaland Has Permitted Certain Activities In Nagaland With Immediate Effect | 25-04-2020 | The Government of Nagaland vide order dated 25-04-2020, has permitted the following activities with immediate effect. 1. Shops for truck repair along the highway with stipulated minimum distancing. 2. All shops including shops in residential complexes and market complexes outside limits municipal corporation and municipalities shall operate with 50% strength, wearing masks and maintaining social distancing. Shops in multi-brand and single brand malls are excluded 3. All shops including neighbourhood shops and standalone shops, shops in residential complexes within the limits of municipal corporations and municipalities except shops in market complexes and multi-brand and single brand malls, with 50o/o strength of workers with wearing of masks and social distancing being mandatory. 4. Shops located in crowded areas would remain closed, other than shops dealing with food grains, vegetables, food items, medicines and other essentials. 5. Home deliveries from dine -in and food outlets shall be allowed 6. The proprietors for the shops and establishments that are allowed to open must make arrangements for hand sanitizers and soaps for the employees and get door handles/surfaces and other objects that are frequently touched by people regularly cleaned and disinfected | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Odisha | The Government Of Odisha Vide An Order Has Modified Its Earlier Order On Opening Of Shops | 25-04-2020 | The Government of Odisha vide an order dated 25-04-2020, has modified its earlier order dated 17-04-2020 read with order dated 18-04-2020, 19-04-2020 and 23-04-2020. Pursuant to this order 1. Market complexes within the limit of municipal corporation and municipalities would still be closed. 2. All shops including shops in residential complexes and market complexes outside limits municipal corporation and municipalities shall operate with 50% strength, wearing masks and maintaining social distancing. Shops in multi-brand and single brand malls are excluded 3. All shops including neighbourhood shops and standalone shops, shops in residential complexes within the limits of municipal corporations and municipalities except shops in market complexes and multi-brand and single brand malls, with 50o/o strength of workers with wearing of masks and social distancing being mandatory. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Goa | Minutes Of Goa Sec Meeting Dated 25-04-2020 | 25-04-2020 | The State Executive Committee (SEC) of Goa held a status update meeting on 25 April 2020 The SEC summarised the current situation in Goa The SEC permitted standalone shops across Goa (rural and urban) to open with 50% staff strength The SEC permitted e-commerce companies to continue delivery of essential goods | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Tamil Nadu | Infection Prevention And Control - Drug And Herbal Powder Recommended For The Frontline Staff And Other In Covid 19 Duty For Developing Immunity | 25-04-2020 | The Tamil Nadu Health and Family Welfare has recommended the following medicines to the Police personnel, healthcare workers and other persons in COVID-19 duty: 1. Tablet - Zinc 150 mg once daily for 10 days; 2. Tablet - Vitamin C 500 mg or Multi Vitamin Tablets once daily for 10 days; 3. Nilavembu Kudineer and Kabasura Kudineer Herbal powder; | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Haryana | Implementation Of Consolidated Revised Guidelines Of Mha-Less Than 10 Workers | 25-04-2020 | No permission will be required for small residential / industrial sites employing upto 10 workers only within the limit of municipal corporation, municipalities and rural areas where workers are available on site and no workers are required to be brought in from outside. The workers should be subjected to social distancing sanitization etc. measures | Mandatory | All | 03-05-2020 |
| Kerala | Amendments To The Revised Guidelines Issued By Order No. 40-3/2020-Dm-1(A) Dated 24.04.2020 In Kerala | 25-04-2020 | The General Administration Department, Government of Kerala in a recent Order dated 25.04.2020 referred to the G.O. (Ms) No. 80/2020/GAD dated 23.04.2020 and the Order No.40-3/2020-DM-1(A) dated 24.04.2020 of the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India and issued the following amendments to the G.O. (Ms) No. 80/2020/GAD dated 23.04.2020, which are as follows: The following Modification is made: In Sub clause 1.10, the term 'shopping complexes' is replaced with 'market complexes within the limits of municipal corporations and municipalities'. The following Inclusions are made (Permitted with the mentioned restrictions): Sub-clause 15 and 16 under Clause 10 on Commercial and private establishments: 10.15 All shops registered under the Kerala Shops and Establishment Act, including shops in residential complexes and market complexes, except shops in multi-brand and single brand malls, outside the limits of municipal corporations and municipalities, with 50% strength of workers with wearing of masks and social distancing being mandatory. 10.16 All shops including neighbourhood shops and standalone shops, shops in residential complexes within the limits of municipal corporations and municipalities, registered under the Kerala Shops and Establishment Act, except shops in market complexes and multi-brand and single brand malls, with 50% strength of workers with wearing of masks and social distancing being mandatory. | Mandatory | Shops, Shopping complex, market complex | 03-05-2020 |
| Haryana | Amendments To The Revised Guidelines In Charkhi Dadri, Haryana | 25-04-2020 | The Deputy Commissioner of Chakhi Dadri, Haryana has allowed certain activities in the district such as shops of essential commodities within the municipal council, students book shops, flour mill, electric fan shops, medical stores, agriculture and health related shops, etc. In addition to that, shops in markets, malls and market complexes are prohibited. Also, e-commerce companies are allowed to supply only essential items. Further, shops in rural / urban area who are in containment area will not open. Only 50% of the employees are allowed to work in shops with proper wearing of masks and practicing social distancing strictly. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Rajasthan | Govt Of Rajasthan Issued Order Dated 25Th April 2020 Allowing Shops To Operate Within And Outside Municipal Limits, Exempted Services/Activities Within The Categories Already Allowed During The Lockdown Etc. | 25-04-2020 | Govt of Rajasthan issues Order dated 25th April 2020 amending the previous lockdown order as issued by it on 15th April 2020. Key Points: 1. The Order allowed Shops registered under Shops and Establishment Act to operate within and outside Municipal limits with specific conditions: a. all shops (excluding the shops in multi-brand and single brand malls) outside the limits of municipal corporation and municipalities with 50% strength of workers b. all shops (excluding the shops in market complexes, multi-brand and single brand malls) within the limits of municipal corporation and municipalities with 50% strength of workers. The shops should ensure wearing of mask by employees/workers/staffs and maintain social distancing norms. 2. Under permitted activities pertaining to Agriculture and Horticulture, the following were added: i. facilities to export/import such as Pack houses, inspection and treatment facilities for seeds and horticulture produce, ii. research establishment dealing with Agriculture and Horticulture iii. inter and intra state movement of planting material and honey bee colonies, honey and other beehive products; 3. Under permitted commercial and private establishments, the following were added: i. shops of educational books for students ii. shops of electric fans | Mandatory | Shops registered under Shops and Establishment Act, Public Utilities (Mobile recharge shops/facilities), Agriculture, Horticulture | 03-05-2020 |
| Haryana | Labour Department Of Haryana Allows Small Construction Activities With Onsite Workers | 25-04-2020 | The Labour Department of Haryana vide letter dated 25th April 2020 has issued further clarification for small construction activities. Small residential / industrial construction sites employing up to 10 workers will not require any permission within the limits of municipal corporation, municipalities and rural areas. This applies to only those sites where workers are available on site and no workers are required from outside. These construction workers needs to adhere to norms of social distancing and sanitization. | Mandatory | Small residential / industrial construction activities | No end date specified |
| Gujarat | Amendments To The Revised Guidelines In Gujarat | 25-04-2020 | Government of Gujarat has permitted shops registered under the Shops and Establishment Act of the State including shops in residential complexes and market complexes to operate with 50% strength of workers by ensuring that they wear masks and follow the norms of social distancing. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Mizoram | Mizoram Amendments To Revised Lockdown Guidelines | 25-04-2020 | Mizoram government issues clarifications for lockdown orders across the state. Lists out clarifications, conditions and exceptions to permitted activities. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Karnataka | Karnataka Government Launches Covid-19 Home Delivery Helpline Number; All Persons To Procure Items Via Home Delivery Only | 24-04-2020 | The Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike and Karnataka State Disaster Management Authority have launched a COVID-19 home delivery helpline number for home delivery of all essential commodities to citizens. The COVID-19 Home Delivery Helpline is 080 6191 4960. Shop owners have been directed to compulsorily register their shops through WhatsApp on the number mentioned above. Post launch of the helpline, all persons in Bengaluru to use this helpline and procure items via home delivery only. The order will be allotted to the shop located nearest to the person. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Deferment Of Requirement For Reporting Of Gaar And Gst In The Form 3Cd | 24-04-2020 | Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has issued Circular No. 10/2020 to further defer the reporting requirement pertaining to General Anti-Avoidance Rules (GAAR) under clause 30C and Goods and Services Tax (GST) under clause 44 of the Tax Audit Report from 31st day of March, 2020 to 31st day of March, 2021. | Mandatory | All | Permanent Change for this period |
| Central | Mha Order Dated 24Th April 2020 Allowing Shops Registered Under Shops And Establishment Act To Operate Within And Outside Municipal Limits With Conditions | 24-04-2020 | MHA Order dated 24th April 2020 allows the below mentioned Shops registered under Shops and Establishment Act to operate during the lockdown with specific conditions: a. all shops (excluding the shops in multi-brand and single brand malls) outside the limits of municipal corporation and municipalities with 50% strength of workers b. all shops (excluding the shops in market complexes, multi-brand and single brand malls) within the limits of municipal corporation and municipalities with 50% strength of workers. The shops should ensure wearing of mask by employees/workers/staffs and maintain social distancing norms. The above Order also amends the term "shopping complexes" under Clause 1(x) of the MHA Order dated 15th April and replaced it with the term "market complexes" Post issuing the Order dated 24th April 2020 allowing Shops registered under Shops and Establishment Act to operate during the lockdown with specific conditions, MHA on 25th April 2020 issued following clarifications on the Order. a. In rural areas, all shops, except those in shopping malls are allowed to open. b. In urban areas, all standalone shops, neighbourhood shops & shops in residential complexes are allowed to open. c. Shops in markets/market complexes and shopping malls are not allowed to open. d. It is clarified that sale by e-commerce companies will continue to be permitted for essential goods only. e. It is further clarified that sale of liquor and other items continues to be prohibited as specified in the National Directives for COVID-19 management. | Mandatory | Shops registered under Shops and Establishment Act | 03-05-2020 |
| Madhya Pradesh | Relaxations Granted To Exempted Industrial Activities In Madhya Pradesh During Lockdown | 24-04-2020 | In the light of the emergency situation owing to COVID-19 pandemic, the Labour Department of Madhya Pradesh has, through a Notification dated 24th April 2020, exempted all the factories (which are exempted from lockdown and not in hotspots or containment zones) registered under the Factories Act 1948 from various provisions relating to weekly hours, daily hours, Intervals for rest etc, of adult workers with the following conditions for 3 months i.e. till 24th June 2020: Ã No adult worker shall be allowed or required to work in a factory for more than 12 hours in any day and 72 hours in any week. Ã The periods or work of adult workers in a factory each day shall be fixed that no period exceeds 6 hours and that no worker shall work for more than 6 hours before he has had an interval for at least 30 minutes. Ã Over time wages shall be paid as provided under section 59 of the Factories Act, 1948. | Mandatory | Manufacturing | 24-06-2020 |
| Central | Relaxation In Timelines For Compliance With Regulatory Requirements By Depository And Depository Participants. | 24-04-2020 | In a Notification dated 24th April, 2020 the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has issued information regarding Relaxation in timelines for compliance with regulatory requirements by Depository and depository participants. In view of the situation arising due to COVID-19 pandemic, extended lockdown period and based on representation received from the Depositories regarding relaxation in timelines for compliance with regulatory requirements by Depositories and depository participants, it has been decided to provide the following relaxations: 1. Submission of BO Grievances Report to Depositories: Existing Timeline: 10th of the following month i.e. 10th April for the month of March 2020. Extended Timelines: May 18, 2020 for the month of March 2020 and April 2020. (SEBI/HO/MIRSD/MIRSD 2/CIR/P/2016/95 dated September 26, 2016.) 2. Submission of half yearly Internal Audit Report (IAR) by DPs for half year ended 31st March 2020: Existing Timeline: 15th May 2020 for half year ending March 2020. Extended Timelines: June 30, 2020, for half year ended March 2020. (SEBI/HO/MIRSD/MIRSD 2/CIR/P/2016/95 dated September 26, 2016.) 3. Redressal of investor grievances. Existing Timeline: Within 15 days of the date of receipt of the complaint through SCORES & within 30 days of the date of receipt of the complaint other than received through SCORES Extended Timelines: Period of exclusion shall be from March 23, 2020 till May 17, 2020. (SEBI/HO/MIRSD/MIRSD 6/CIR/P/2017/20 dated March 10, 2017 & Regulation 36 (f) of SEBI (Depositories & Participants) Regulations, 2018.) Note: A 15-day time period after May 17, 2020 is allowed to Depository / depository participants, to clear the back log. 4. Transmission of securities: Existing Timeline: Within 7 days, after receipt of all requisite documents. Extended Timelines: Period of exclusion shall be from March 23, 2020 till May 17, 2020. (CIR/MIRSD/10/2013 dated October 28, 2013.) Note: A 15-day time period after May 17, 2020 is allowed to Depository / depository participants, to clear the back log. 5. Closure of demat account: Existing Timeline: Within a period of 30 days. Extended Timelines: Period of exclusion shall be from March 23, 2020 till May 17, 2020. (CIR/MIRSD/12/2013 dated December 4, 2013) Note: A 15-day time period after May 17, 2020 is allowed to Depository / depository participants, to clear the back log. 6. Systems audit on annual basis: Existing Timeline: Within three months of the end of the financial year. Extended Timelines: July 31, 2020 for the financial year ended March 31, 2020. (SEBI/HO/MIRSD/CIR/PB /2018/147 dated December 3, 2018.) 7. Reporting for Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) applications: Existing Timeline: Within 15 calendar days of the expiry of the quarter. Extended Timelines: May 31, 2020 for quarter ended March 2020. (SEBI/HO/MIRSD/DOS2/ CIR/P/2019/10 January 04, 2019.) 8. Risk Based Supervision: Existing Timeline: 15th May for half year ended March 31, 2020. Extended Timelines: June 30, 2020 for half year ended March 2020. Further, depositories are directed to bring the provisions of this circular to the notice of their participants and also disseminate the same on their website. | Mandatory | All provided the entity is a listed entity | Different timeline for separate actions. |
| Punjab | Advisory On Maintaining Hygiene And Sanitisation Of Office Spaces | 24-04-2020 | The Department of Health and Family Welfare, Punjab has issued guidelines for employers on maintaining hygiene and sanitisation of office spaces. Employers have been advised to encourage employees to work from home and in the case where they have to come into the office, they are to maintain a minimum distance of 1 meter. Employers have been advised to keep flexible timings of entry, exit and tea breaks for employees to avoid clustering and cluttering of employees. All staff must be advised - i. to refrain from hand shakes and hugs to greet/see off each other ii. not to roam unnecessarily in the office. use of electronic media and intercom to be encouraged. iii. to wear masks at all times iv. to stay home in case of fever or other symptoms of COVID 19 v. wash hands every 2 hours. vi. download "COVA APP" and refrain from indulging in gossip/rumours with regard to COVID 19 without verifying facts. Employers have been advised to - i. mount alcohol based hand sanitisers at the entrance wall of the office and elevators ii. install thermal scanners at the entry gates iii. disinfection of offices spaces with 1% hypochlorite or equivalent disinfectants iv. call helpline no. 104/State Control Room No. 01722920074/+91 8872090029 in case any employee is diagnosed as corona positive and has attended office. Employer is to maintain complete records of all employees attending office on a particular day. | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Goa | Order To Prevent Spread Of Covid-19 In Goa | 24-04-2020 | The Goa Government has directed that all persons shall wear face cover compulsorily in all public places, work places including on streets, hospitals, working sites etc. "Face Cover" shall include mask available with the chemist or even home-made washable masks which can be used after proper washing and disinfecting them. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Madhya Pradesh | The Government Of Madhya Pradesh Has Directed That Factories Registered Under The Factories Act, 1948 Shall Be Exempted From Various Provisions Relating To Weekly Hours, Daily Hours, Interval For Rest Etc. For Adult Workers For 3 Months From The Date Of The Publication. | 24-04-2020 | The Government of Madhya Pradesh has directed that factories registered under the Factories Act, 1948 shall be exempted from various provisions relating to weekly hours, daily hours, interval for rest etc. for adult workers for 3 months from the date of the publication. 1. However, No adult workers shall be allowed to work in a factory for more than 12 hours a day and 72 hours a week. 2. A minimum of 30 minutes should be an interval of rest between six hours of work. 3. Overtime wages shall be paid | Mandatory | All | 24-07-2020 |
| Kerala | Covid-19 Testing Augmentation Through Xpert-Sars-Cov | 24-04-2020 | 1. Xpert-SARS-CoV testings have been initiated in the following laboratories in Kerala for getting results in 45 minutes: a. GMC Thiruvananthapuram. b. GMC Ernakulum. c. GMC Kozhikode. 2. Only specific samples with emergency nature will be processed using Xpert-SARS-CoV Tests. 3. The advisory also lays down processes of: a. Sample collection; b. Labelling of samples; and c. manner of requesting for Xpert-SARS-CoV Test. | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Irdai Issued Recommendation Dated 24Th April 2020 On Paperless Kyc Process Through Aadhaar Authentication Services Of Uidai | 24-04-2020 | IRDAI on 24th April 2020 issued recommendation vide a press release for general public to facilitate fulfilling KYC norms while availing insurance services. IRDAI has recommended insurance companies to avail Aadhaar Authentication Services of the Unique Identification Authority of India. IRDA in such recommendation also provided a list of the insurers in India who have been permitted by the Central Government by Gazette Notification dated 23rd April, 2020, to undertake the Aadhaar authentication services. | Advisory | Insurance | No end date specified |
| Central | Irdai Introduces Further Measures For Insurers To Prudently Manage Their Financial Resources In The Context Of Covid-19 Pandemic | 24-04-2020 | IRDAI in furtherance to the Circular in trail has in a Circular dated 24th April, 2020 introduced further measures for Insurers to manage their financial resources prudently in the context of Covid-19 pandemic. In view of this, IRDAI has advised all insurers to take the following steps: 1. Align dividend pay-out for the FY 2019-20 so as to be in conformity with their strategies to ensure that they have adequate capital and resources available with them to ensure protection of the interests of the policyholders. 2. To take a conscious call to refrain from dividend pay-outs from profits pertaining to the financial year ending 31st March 2020, till further instructions. 3. Place this communication before their respective Boards at the ensuing meeting. IRDAI to separately consider relaxations under IRDAI (Investment) Regulations, 2016. | Mandatory | Insurance | No end date specified |
| Delhi | Govt Of Nct Of Delhi Issues Order Exempting Specific Services/Activities Within The Categories Already Allowed During The Lockdown | 24-04-2020 | Govt of NCT of Delhi on 24th April 2020, issued Order exempting specific services/activities within the categories already allowed in it's previous lockdown order dated 15th April 2020. Key Points: a. Under Social Sector header in the Order issued on 15th April, bed side attendants and care givers of senior citizens residing in their homes got included b. Public Utilities included mobile recharge facilities, c. Supply of essential goods included food processing units such as bread factories, milk processing plants, flour mills, dal mills, etc. in urban areas | Advisory | Public Utilities (Mobile recharge shops/facilities), | 03-05-2020 |
| Assam | Notification Regarding Extension Of Validity Period Of Consent/Authorisation Expired On 30Th March, 2020 | 24-04-2020 | For activities to operate uninterruptedly so that goods and services are available the Board has decided to extend the validity period of consent to operate / authorization under Air Act and Water Act till 30th June, 2020 as an interim measure for all those industries / establishments having consent / authorization validity up to 31st March, 2020 (and applied online for renewal). | Mandatory | All | 03-06-2020 |
| Central | Quality Control Mechanism Brought In Place For Fabrics Required To Manufacture Ppe Body Coveralls | 24-04-2020 | Ministry of Textiles makes Quality Control Mechanism applicable to fabrics which are required to manufacture Body Coveralls in India. Till lockdown is in force all manufacturers of fabrics to be used for manufacturing PPE Body Coveralls are required to give a Declaration (as in Annexure) in a plain paper by Notary Public. | Mandatory | Manufacturers of fabrics to be used for manufacturing PPE Body Coveralls | No end date specified |
| Central | Guidelines To Be Followed On Detection Of Suspect Or Confirmed Covid-19 Case In A Non-Covid Health Facility | 23-04-2020 | The guidelines lays down the procedure to be followed by Non-COVID health facilities in case they discover COVID infections on premises. Among other things the guidelines prescribe the following: - applies to COVID-19 healthcare facilities (public and private) and Non-COVID healthcare facilities - responsibilities of Hospital Infection Control Committee (HICC) - Action to be taken on detection of COVID -19 case in non-COVID health facility - When a suspect/confirmed COVID-19 HCW is identified - Decision on further /continued use of non-COVID facilities where a single/multiple COVID-19 case has been reported - Follow up actions | Mandatory | Healthcare | No end date specified |
| Central | Ministry Of Health And Family Welfare Releases Advisory Against Spraying Of Disinfectant On People For Covid-19 Management | 23-04-2020 | The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare releases advisory against spraying of disinfectant on people for COVID-19 management. The ministry has further clarified that: - 1. Spraying of disinfectant has on individual or group is physically and psychologically harmful. 2. Spraying disinfectant on the body of an individual / group does not kill the virus inside the body of the person. 3. There is no evidence that the spraying in the body/clothes will be effective. 4. Spraying chlorine can lead to irritation of eyes and skin and potentially gastrointestinal effects such as nausea and vomiting. 5. Inhalation of sodium hypochlorite can lead to irritation of mucous membranes to the nose, throat, respiratory tract and may also cause bronchospasm. 6. Use of such measures may in fact lead to a false sense of disinfection & safety and actually hamper public observance to hand washing and social distancing measures. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Home Secretary To The Govt Of India Issues Letter Dated 23 April 2020 Providing Clarification On Misplaced Apprehensions, Based On Wrong Interpretation Of The Mha Order Dated 15Th April, 2020 On Pan India Lockdown | 23-04-2020 | Home Secretary to the Govt of India issues letter dated 23 April 2020 providing clarification on misplaced apprehensions based on wrong interpretation of the MHA Order dated 15th April, 2020 on Pan India Lockdown. Key Points: a. There is no Clause in the MHA Order which states the following: i. State to take legal action including imprisonment of CEO, in case any employee is found be Covid-19 positive. And in such situation the factory will be sealed for 3 months ii. In case of non compliance with the precautionary measures, the factory may be closed down for 2 days and then again allowed to resume operations after completely complying the measures b. The letter also clarified that the activities allowed under the consolidated revised Guidelines as issued by MHA on 15ht April 2020 have considered all the activities permitted by the previous Guidelines issued on 24th March 2020 and there is no requirement for such previously permitted activities to obtain approval from the Authorities to continue operations during the lockdown. However no activities will be allowed in any containment zone even if it is exempted otherwise. | Mandatory | All Industries exempted under MHA Order dated 15th April 2020 and subsequent addendums | 03-05-2020 |
| Central | Moratorium For Default Of Securities By Issuer | 23-04-2020 | Based on assessment, if the valuation agencies appointed by AMFI are of the view that the delay in payment of interest/principal or extension of maturity of a security by the issuer has arisen solely due to COVID-19 pandemic lockdown and/or in light of the moratorium permitted by Reserve Bank of India (RBI) (vide notification no. RBI/2019-20/186, dated March 27, 2020) creating temporary operational challenges in servicing debt, then valuation agencies may not consider the same as a default for the purpose of valuation of money market or debt securities held by Mutual Funds. | Mandatory | Mutual Funds | Till the end of moratorium period |
| Central | Fssai Ensures Uninterrupted Food Business Operations During The Covid-19 By A Press Release Dated 23Rd April 2020 | 23-04-2020 | By a press release dated 23-04-2020, FSSAI has ensured uninterrupted food business operations during the COVID-19 Food Safety & Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) in the press release has stated that FSSAI is taking several steps to ensure un-interrupted food services/supply as well as industry facilitation during the lockdown period. The key steps are: 1. Import clearances of food items and food testing laboratories (National Food Labs at NCR and Kolkata and FSSAI accredited private laboratories) have been classified as Essential Services during the COVID-19. To facilitate faster clearance, sampling is being allowed at Kochi International Container Trans-shipment Terminal itself rather than at CFS. 2. Provisional clearance for the consignments of imported crude oils (edible grade) and food grains has been allowed till 30th May, 2020. Provision has been made to receive online applications and fee for review of rejected food import cases. 3. To ensure the consistent supply of Food for Special Medical Purposes i.e., food for Inborn Errors of Metabolism (IEM) conditions and hypoallergenic conditions, FSSAI has extended the permission for their import for a further period of 6 months till 01st Nov, 2020 through Delhi and Mumbai ports. 4. FSSAI has allowed FBOs, in logistic supply chains, other than manufacturers, to temporarily operate their businesses on the basis of a valid receipt of FSSAI license/ registration application having 17- digit Application Reference Number (ARN) generated on Food Licensing and Registration System (FLRS). Only in case of high risk cases, inspection by way of e-inspections will be done to prevent delay in processing of applications. 5. Licenses requiring renewal during 22nd March to 31st May 2020 have been allowed a penalty waiver and grace period till 30th June 2020. 6. The returns to be filed by food businesses have been deferred till 31st July 2020. 7. Modification fee for FBOs has been reduced from one year license fee to Rs 1,000 only. 8. FSSAI has also initiated through its flagship FoSTaC program, an online training module for food handlers on the essentials of food safety and hygiene practices during COVID-19 through its empanelled training partners 9. FSSAI is also using various communication tools to disseminate necessary information regarding COVID-19 in the interest of public. Two posts, in Hindi and English from the official handle of FSSAI incorporating key messages of food safety, personal hygiene practices, healthy eating habits, social distancing and other valuable tips for citizens is taken out on various social media platforms. 10. FSSAI has collaborated with MyGov platform to disseminate key messages in the form of small videos of 30/40 seconds with endorsement from various experts in the field of food safety and nutrition including doctors, nutritionists, dieticians, chefs as well as Sports personnel. Similar collaboration is also being carried out with UNICEF, India. 11. FSSAI has also created a COVID-19 specific page on their website that incorporates various communication collaterals, guidance notes and press releases along with important notifications, directions and orders released by FSSAI during this period. 12. Food safety officials in most States are also engaged in active COVID duty ensuring lockdown besides doing surveys/surveillance; inspections of working food businesses / community kitchens and coordination for food supplies. 13. FSSAI appreciates the service being rendered by the front line workers COVID warriors and that of the silent backend support workers in essential and support services. Employees of FSSAI have contributed Rs 7.41 Lakhs towards the PM Care Fund 14. A guidance note titled Food Hygiene and Safety Guidelines for Food Businesses during Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Pandemic has been released that covers best practices/ guidelines to be followed by food handlers to maintain high standards of personal hygiene, safe food practices, implementation of GHP and GMP practices as per Schedule 4 of FSS Act as well as ensuring necessary protocols of social distancing. The guidance note is available at www.fssai.gov.in . | Mandatory | Food Business | No end date specified |
| Sikkim | Order From The Office Of Dc East Sikkim Regarding Designated Vehicles For Inter-State Movement | 23-04-2020 | The Office of DC East Sikkim has issued an Order regarding designated vehicles for Inter-State movement. The key highlights of the order has been detailed below: 1. Transportation of medicines(raw materials and finished) shall be allowed with valid permits issued by the concerned ADMS/SDMS in vehicles with national permit, West Bengal registered vehicles and Sikkim registered vehicles to Sikkim. 2. Transportation of Oil Marketing Companies(by tanker) Army & Para Military forces (by truck and tankers) and GREF/BRO shall be allowed with SNT consignment note/convoy note without any restriction. 3. Complete restriction on interstate movement of light transport vehicles carrying essential commodities such as vegetables. fruits, and animal feed from outside the state. Essential commodities shall only be transported by trucks. 4. Transportation to Siliguri for procurement of vegetables and essential commodities shall be allowed only in vehicles identified and enclosed in Annexure 1 as detailed in the Order linked herein. 5. All drivers crossing (entry & exit) Rangpo checkpoint shall mandatorily install Aarogya setu app before allowing entry. 6. Vehicles shall ply strictly on specified route with only the authorised driver. 7. On return from Siliguri, the driver shall be screened at Rangpo checkpoint and the details of drivers and vehicles shall be forwarded to the Control Room every 2 hours. | Mandatory | All | 03-05-2020 |
| Meghalaya | Sop For Construction Activities In Meghalaya | 23-04-2020 | Meghalaya chief secretary issued an order stating that construction activities such as constructions of roads, irrigation projects, buildings and all kinds of industrial projects, including MSMEs, in rural areas, i.e., outside the limits of municipal corporations and municipalities and all kinds of projects in industrial estates are allowed including quarrying of chips and aggregates including their transportation. The order also directed Deputy Commissioners to regulate the schedule and timing of the relevant activity and they should ensure that all SOPs for social distancing are in place and are followed. Please refer to the attached document for details on the SOP related to construction activities in Meghalaya. | Mandatory | Real Estate | no end date specified |
| Central | Relaxation In Relation To Regulation 44(5) Of The Sebi (Listing Obligations And Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 (Lodr) On Holding Of Annual General Meeting (Agm) By Top 100 Listed Entities By Market Capitalization, Due To The Covid 19 Pandemic | 23-04-2020 | The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), in a Circular dated 23rd April, 2020, has relaxed the compliances related to the holding of the Annual General Meeting (AGM), for the top 100 listed entities (by market capitalization). This step has been taken by SEBI on account of COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic. What is the compliance? The SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, requires the top 100 listed entities by market capitalization to hold their AGM within a period of 5 months from the date of closing of the Financial Year (FY) of the Company. Where is the Relaxation flowing from? 1) SEBI, in a Circular dated 26th March, 2020 had relaxed this requirement by one month for listed entities whose financial year ends on 31st March, 2020. 2)Subsequently, the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA), in a Circular dated 21st April, 2020 has clarified that the Companies whose FY (other than the first FY) has ended on 31st December, 2019, can hold their AGM for such FY within a period of nine months from the closure of the FY (which means till 30th September, 2020). The same will not be treated as a violation. Current position clarified by SEBI: The Top 100 Listed entities by market capitalization, whose FY ended on 31st December, 2019, may hold their AGM within a period of nine months from the closure of the said FY, which means by 30th September, 2020. | Mandatory | All | 30-09-2020 |
| Central | Relaxation In Regulation 24(I)(F) Of The Sebi (Buy-Back Of Securities) Regulations, 2018 Due To The Covid 19 Pandemic | 23-04-2020 | The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has announced relaxations under the SEBI (Buy-back of Securities) Regulations, 2018 on account of COVID 19 pandemic. Background: SEBI had received a number of suggestions for relaxation of conditions with respect to raising of funds from the securities market in light of the COVID 19 pandemic. Originally, Regulation 24(i)(f) of SEBI (Buy-back of Securities) Regulations, 2018 (Buy-back Regulations) provides a restriction that the companies should not raise further capital for a period of one year from the expiry of buyback period, except in discharge of their subsisting obligations. The restriction provided under the Regulation will be temporarily relaxed whereby companies can raise further capital after six months from the expiry of buyback period. This relaxation has become effective and will be applicable till December 31, 2020. _________________ Regulation 24(i)(f) The company shall not raise further capital for a period of one year from the expiry of buyback period, except in discharge of its subsisting obligations. | Mandatory | All | 31-12-2020 |
| Meghalaya | Meghalaya: Sop For Construction Activities. | 23-04-2020 | Meghalaya Government permitting resumption of construction activities subject to compliance with this SOP The Deputy Commissioner of the District shall identify the projects where work may resume All workers should be sourced locally only Wearing face mask is compulsory for all workers Contractor to provide transport to workers Contractor to ensure that social distancing norms are enforced There will be a ban on spitting and consumption of cigarettes and tobacco products There will be ban on non-essential visitors to the site | Mandatory | Construction | No end date specified |
| Meghalaya | Govt Of Meghalaya Has Listed Activities Which Can Continue During Lockdown Period | 23-04-2020 | The Government of Meghalaya vide order dated 23rd April 2020 has listed out the activities which can be carried on during the lockdown:- Few activities which are allowed are: - 1. E-commerce operations for essential goods. 2. Shops for essential goods 3. Self employed like plumber, electrician etc. 4. Agricultural activities including livestock farming. 5. Tea Industry with maximum of 50% of workforce 6. Veterinary Hospitals, Dispensaries, clinics, sale and supply of medicine and vaccines. | Mandatory | E-commerce, Shops of essential goods, agricultural activities, tea industry, Veterinary Hospitals, Dispensaries, clinics, sale and supply of medicine and vaccines. | No end date specified |
| Meghalaya | Govt. Of Meghalaya Issues Order On The Process To Discharge A Covid-19 Patient Upon Recovery | 23-04-2020 | The Health & Family Welfare Department, Government of Meghalaya vide an order dated 23rd April, 2020 has issued guidelines on the process to be followed prior to discharge a COVID-19 patient upon recovery. Activities to be undertaken prior to discharge are:- 1. Clinical clearance and chest x-ray to be done. 2. Two consecutive RT PCR tests 24 hrs apart (14th & 15th Day) are to be negative. 3. If throat swab test on 14th day is positive then patient to be retained not to be discharged. Fresh sample to be taken on 28th day and 2nd sample on 29th Day. 4. Counsel the patient about plasma donation. 5. Patients address and contact details to be taken. 6. After discharge patient to follow home isolation for 14 days with surgical mask. 7. No open defecation by the discharged patient and proper washing of hands with soap. 8. Avoid using the same washroom as the patient for the next 35 days. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Tamil Nadu Gpf Interest Rate From April To June 2020 Fixed At 7.1 Percent | 23-04-2020 | The Government of India, in its resolution had announced that during the year 2020-2021, accumulations at the credit of subscribers to the General Provident Fund and other similar funds shall carry interest at the rate of 7.1% (Seven point one percent) with effect from 1st April, 2020 to 30th June, 2020. The Government now direct that the rate of interest on the accumulation at the credit of the subscribers to General Provident Fund [Tamil Nadu] shall carry interest at the rate of 7.1% (Seven point one percent) with effect from 1st April, 2020 to 30th June, 2020. The rate of interest on belated final payment of Provident Fund accumulations remaining unpaid for more than three months of its becoming payable shall be at the same rate as provided above i.e. 7.1 percent. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Tamil Nadu | Amendment Issued By Ministry Of Home Affairs, Government Of India On 21.04.2020 To Provide Select Activities Under The Overall Permissions | 23-04-2020 | Government of Tamil Nadu amends earlier notification issued in G.O.Ms.No. 172 dated 25.3.2020: i. to include operations of homes for children/ disabled/ mentally challenged as well as bed side attendants and care givers of senior citizens residing in their homes ii. addition of the following to exceptions in Clause 4 All facilities in supply chain of essential goods, facilities for export/ import and research establishments dealing with agriculture and horticulture activities | Mandatory | Agriculture | 03-05-2020 |
| Delhi | Govt Of Nct Of Delhi Issues Order To Include Few Permitted Activities To The Lockdown Order Issued By It On 15Th April 2020 | 23-04-2020 | Govt of NCT of Delhi, on 23rd April 2020 issued Order to include few permitted activities to the lockdown Order issued by it on 15th April 2020. Key Points: a. Under permitted activities pertaining to Agriculture and Horticulture, the following were added: i. facilities to export/import such as Pack houses, inspection and treatment facilities for seeds and horticulture produce, ii. research establishment dealing with Agriculture and Horticulture iii. inter and intra state movement of planting material and honey bee colonies, honey and other beehive products; b. Under permitted commercial and private establishments, the following were added: i. shops of educational books for students ii. shops of electric fans | Advisory | Agriculture, Horticulture, Commercial and Private Establishments | 03-05-2020 |
| Central | Bar On Neighbouring Countries From Making A Automatic Investment In India | 22-04-2020 | Ministry of Finance has provided that with effect from 22nd April, 2020 an entity of a country, which shares land border with India or the beneficial owner of an investment into India who is situated in or is a citizen of any such country, shall invest only with the Government approval | Mandatory | All | Permanent Change for this period |
| Punjab | The Department Of Home Affairs & Justice, Government Of Punjab Has Issued A Notice Mentioning The Amendments In Mha Guidelines Which Has Added Some Activities To The Exempted Categories | 22-04-2020 | The Department of Home Affairs & Justice, Government of Punjab has issued a notice dated 22-04-2020, mentioning the amendments in MHA guidelines dated 15.04.2020 and corrigenda dated 16.04.2020 and 19.04.2020 The corrigendum dated 21-04-2020 has adding some activities to the exempted categories which are mentioned below 1. Treatment facilities for seeds and horticulture produce, 2. Shops of educational books for students 3. Shops for electric fans 4. Allowing recharge facilities for pre-paid mobile connections 5. Bread factories 6. Milk processing plants 7. Flour mills 8. Dal mills | Mandatory | Retail, Agriculture, Food Business | No end date specified |
| Central | Ministry Of Law And Justice By An Ordinance Has Made Violence Against Healthcare Personnel Punishable Under The Law | 22-04-2020 | The Ministry of Law and Justice vide ordinance dated 22nd April 2020 has made violence against healthcare personnel punishable under the law. The Epidemic Diseases (Amendment) Ordinance, 2020 has brought in the following: - 1. The definition of "act of violence" has been added. It includes harassment of healthcare service personnel, harm, injury, intimidation, danger to life, obstruction of healthcare service personnel. It also includes loss or damage to the property or documents in the custody of the healthcare service personnel. 2. The definition of "healthcare service personnel" includes doctors, nurse, paramedical worker, community health worker or any other person empowered to take measure to prevent the outbreak of the disease or spread. 3. To prevent any violence against the property of the healthcare service personnel the definition of "property" includes clinical establishment, mobile medical unit, any other property which the healthcare service personnel has direct interest or relation. Penalty under the law has been prescribed: - Imprisonment for a term not less than six months but may extend to seven years and fine not less than one lakh rupees but may extend to five lakh rupees. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Rajasthan | National Health Mission, Govt. Of Rajasthan Has Released Guideline For Management Of Critical Health Services During Covid-19 Pandemic | 22-04-2020 | National Health Mission, Government of Rajasthan vide letter dated 22nd April 2020 has released guideline for management of critical health services during COVID-19 pandemic. The guideline has stressed on ensuring the critical health services to continue during the COVID-19 lockdown and there should not be any disruption. The key points under the guideline are:- Special focus towards essential health care for specific sub-population group:- 1. Pregnant women likely to deliver in the period of the lockdown with a particular focus on High Risk Pregnant Women 2. New-borns and young children 3. Patients on treatment for chronic communicable and non-communicable diseases. 4. Elderly people, and 5. Patients needing dialysis, chemotherapy as well as 6. Those requiring transfusion blood and blood products. Special focus on movement/transport and service delivery:- 1. Women are transported safely to facilities for delivery. 2. Birth doses of vaccines are administered in institutions. 3. New born and young children needing care are visited at home by ASHA/ANMs 4. Medicines for chronic diseases are delivered to patients who need them and ensuring adequate supplies to tide over the period of the lockdown 5. Volunteers such as local youth who can support medicine delivery or accompanying patients can be engaged. 6. Health workers undertaking home visits to undertake preventive measures such as washing hands, safe distancing and other protective measures. | Mandatory | Health Care | No end date specified |
| Daman And Diu | Municipal Council Of Daman Directs All Shopkeepers In Municipal Areas Selling Food In Packaged Takeaways To Wear Face Masks And Gloves And Use Sanitisers | 22-04-2020 | Municipal Council of Daman has directed all shopkeepers in municipal areas selling food in packaged takeaways to ensure proper personal hygiene such as wear face masks and gloves and use sanitisers as well as give the packaged food items in aluminium foils to avoid the containment of COVID-19. | Mandatory | Restaurants | No end date specified |
| Central | Ministry Of Shipping Issues Sop Dated 22Nd April 2020 For Controlled Crew Change For The Indian Seafarers | 22-04-2020 | Ministry of Shipping issues SOP dated 22nd April 2020 for controlled crew change for the Indian Seafarers. The SOP provides for detailed process which will be required to be followed by Indian Seafers with respect to controlled crew change for sign on and sign off at Indian Ports. | Mandatory | Shipping [Ship Owners] | No end date specified |
| Central | Esic Issues Letter Dated 22Nd April 2020 To All Medical Superintendents/Esic Hospitals/Medical Education Institutions Regarding Payment Of Salary/Wages By Their Contractors To The Contract Labours | 22-04-2020 | ESIC have issued letter to all Medical Superintendents/ESIC Hospitals/Medical Education Institutions instructing them to ensure that their Contractors to raise invoice and pay salaries/wages of the employees employed in such institution on time. | Mandatory | ESIC Hospitals, Medical Education Institutions | No end date specified |
| Karnataka | Karnataka Government Issues Revised Guidelines Allowing Additional Activities/Services To Operate In The State During The Lockdown From 23Rd April, 2020 Onwards | 22-04-2020 | The Karnataka Government, in an Order dated 22nd April, 2020 and subsequent Addendum dated 22nd April, 2020, to mitigate the hardship faced by the public, has issued revised guidelines allowing the operation of certain additional activities in the State effective from 00.00 hours on 23rd April, 2020. Background : The Department of Revenue, Government of Karnataka, through a Circular dated 16th April, 2020, had listed out the Industries/Industrial Establishments and Construction Activities, that are permitted during the lockdown from 20th April, 2020 onwards. The Industries/Industrial Establishments and Construction Activities that have been permitted, are: 1) Industries/Industrial Establishments (both Government and Private)- i) Industries operating in rural areas, outside the limits of municipal corporations and municipalities. ii) Manufacturing and other Industrial establishments with access control in Special Economic Zones (SEZs) and Export Oriented Units (EOUs), Industrial Estates, and Industrial Townships. These establishments have to make arrangements for stay of workers within their premises as far as possible and/or adjacent buildings and for implementation of the Standard Operating Protocols (SOPs). The transportation of workers to work place has to be arranged by the employers in dedicated transport by ensuring social distancing. 2) Construction activities allowed to operate- i) Construction of roads, irrigation projects, buildings and all kinds of industrial projects, including MSMEs (Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises), in rural areas, outside the limits of municipal corporations and municipalities; as well as all kinds of projects in industrial estates. ii) Construction of renewable energy projects. iii) Continuation of works in construction projects, within the limits of the municipal corporations and municipalities, where workers are available on site and no worker is required to be brought in from outside (in situ construction). With a further Order dated 21st April, 2020 the State implements all restrictions imposed by the Ministry of Home Affairs and State Orders till midnight of 3rd May, 2020. While the Government has issued these revised guidelines in light of the Order dated 15th April, 2020 issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA Order), these revised guidelines also include some State specific conditions as follows: 1. In line with the MHA Order, the Karnataka revised guidelines also allow the plying of all good traffic, the revised guidelines specifically allow the transport of cement, steel, jelly, tiles, paint, bricks and tar. 2. Like the MHA order, the Karnataka revised guidelines also allow the operations of shops for truck repairs and dhabas on highways, but subject to a distance of 20 kms 3. While the MHA order allows operations of IT and IT enables services (IT/ITeS) with upto 50% strength, the Karnataka revised guidelines have allowed IT/ITes services to operate with essential minimum staff only and have directed the rest of the workforce to work from home. 4. Unlike the MHA order, the Karnataka revised guidelines have not included e-commerce companies and vehicles operated by e-commerce operators, with the required permission, under the services allowed to operate from 23rd April, 2020 onwards. 5. From the different industries/industrial establishments allowed under the MHA Order, the Kerala revised guidelines only allow the following to operate in the State: i. Manufacturing units of essential goods, including drugs, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, their raw material and intermediates. ii. Food processing industries in rural areas, i.e., outside the limits of municipal corporations and municipalities. iii. Coal production, mines and mineral production, their transportation, supply of explosives and activities incidental to mining operations. iv. Manufacturing units of packaging material. 6. Unlike the MHA Order, the Karnataka revised guidelines have not allowed construction of renewable energy projects during the lockdown 7. Although, like the MHA Order, the Karnataka revised guidelines also allow private vehicles, with passes, for emergency services like medical and veterinary care; while the MHA Order specifies that such vehicle should carry only the driver and one passenger in the backseat, the Karnataka guidelines do not specify the number passengers in such vehicles. The Government has directed that these additional activities will be subject to strict compliance with the existing guidelines on lockdown measures. The Government has also clarified that these revised guidelines will not be applicable in containment zones in the State, as demarcated by District Administration/ Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike. | Mandatory | All | 03-05-2020 |
| Karnataka | The Government Of Karnataka By Its Circular Resumed Immunization Services At Health Facilities Except Containment Zones Following Strict Infection Prevention And Control Measures And Social Distancing | 22-04-2020 | The Government of Karnataka by a Circular dated April 22, 2020 resumed immunization services at health facilities except containment zones following strict infection prevention and control measures and social distancing. This decision is taken referring to the directions from Government of India dated April 14, 2020 regarding Enabling delivery of essential health services during the COVID-19 outbreak. The Circular lays down Advisory for vaccination of Pregnant women and children during COVID-19 pandemic and has been addressed to All District Commissioners, All District Chief Executive Officers, Commissioner, BBMP, Special commissioner, BBMP alongwith a copy to other stakeholders. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Karnataka | The Karnataka Epidemic Diseases Ordinance2020 | 22-04-2020 | The Government of Karnataka has promulgated the Karnataka Epidemic Diseases Ordinance, 2020 thereby repealing the Epidemic Diseases Act, 1897 (Mysore Act II of 1897) and Hyderabad Infectious Diseases Act, 1950 (Hyderabad Act XII of 1950). The provisions of Epidemic Diseases Act, 1897 (Central Act 3 of 1897) shall cease to be effective in Karnataka. However, Notifications or Orders made under the repealed Acts shall continue till new Rules are made, amended or altered under the Ordinance. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Meghalaya | Reiteration Of Mha Order About E-Commerce Activities Allowed Only For Essential Actives. | 22-04-2020 | The Government of Meghalaya has permitted e-commerce operations only with regard to the list of Essential Goods as notified by the Political Department, Government of Meghalaya. | Mandatory | All | 03-05-2020 |
| Punjab | Punjab: Rates For Covid-19 Testing | 22-04-2020 | ICMR has permitted private labs to carry out COVID-19 testing Charges for testing COVID-19 at private labs is capped at Rs. 4,500/- For samples referred to private labs from Civil Surgeon shall be capped at Rs. 2,500/- | Mandatory | Healthcare | No end date specified |
| Assam | One Time Inter-District Movement Of Persons Facing Genuine Compelling Circumstances Allowed Within The State Of Assam Except Dhubri, Morigaon, Nalbari, Golaghat And Golpara Districts On 25Th, 26Th And 27Th April, 2020 | 22-04-2020 | The Commissioner and Secretary of the Department of Health and Family Welfare, Assam has permitted the movement of persons between districts within the state owing to medical treatment or being stranded at the workplaces on 25th, 26th and 27th April, 2020. Persons intending to travel have been directed to apply for the links provided in the document along with name and contact number of the district nodal officer for an e-pass from the Deputy Commissioner till 23:55 hours of 24th April, 2020. Permission will be granted only on the satisfaction of the deputy Commissioner that the grounds are genuine and valid. Persons requiring public transport are required to call #104 helpline and provide their details to avail the transport. Vehicles have been directed to move from point to point without any provision for night stay and during the journey all norms of hygiene and social distancing are required to be followed. | Mandatory | All | 27-04-2020 |
| Karnataka | Karnataka Epidemic Diseases Ordinance, 2020 | 22-04-2020 | Karnataka passes ordinance to unify and consolidate the laws relating to the regulation and prevention of epidemic diseases in the State of Karnataka and repeals the Epidemic Diseases Act, 1897 (Mysore Act) and the Hyderabad Infectious Diseases Act, 1950. (Note: 1. Things already done or deemed to have been done or any action taken or deemed to have been taken under the repealed laws will be deemed to have been done under the Ordinance. 2. The Ordinance further clarifies that on and from 22.4.2020 the provisions of Epidemic Diseases Act, 1897 (Central Act) shall have no application to the State of Karnataka.) The ordinance empowers state government to notify epidemic diseases, take special measures and specify regulations as to epidemic diseases. The ordinance prohibits contravention and obstruction to public servants; and causing damage to public pr private property, including laying onus on wrongdoer for making good the loss caused to public or private property. The ordinance also lays down penal consequences for offences committed in contravention of its provisions. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Punjab | Punjab Government Issues Order Stating That Private Laboratories Should Not Charge More Than Rs.4,500 For Conducting Covid 19 Test | 22-04-2020 | In an Order dated 22nd April, 2020 the Department of Health and Family Welfare, Punjab (Department) has informed that Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has permitted private laboratories to conduct testing of COVID-19. These laboratories must not charge more than Rs.4,500 per sample for persons who approach the private laboratories for these facilities. For a sample referred to such private laboratory by the Civil Surgeon, the rate would be Rs.2,500/- per sample. | Mandatory | Clinical Laboratories | No end date specified |
| Central | Introducing The Epidemic Diseases (Amendment) Ordinance, 2020 To Safeguard Healthcare Professionals | 22-04-2020 | Epidemic Diseases (Amendment) Ordinance, 2020 to safeguard healthcare professionals. The ordinance lists out specific acts of violence against healthcare service personnel and imposes severe penalty in case of offences | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Preventive Measures To Contain The Spread Of Covid-19 | 22-04-2020 | The Ministry of Labour has issued the name of the staff posted in LRC and need to attend office regularly with immediate effect | Mandatory | Labour | No end date specified |
| Meghalaya | State Of Meghalaya Permits E-Commerce Operations Only For The List Of Essential Goods As Notified By Political Department Vide Order No. Pol.75-2O2O-Pt I-13 Dated 21St April, 2020 | 22-04-2020 | The Chief Secretary Government of Meghalaya through an Order dated 22nd April 2020 has clarified that E-commerce operations will be permitted in the State of Meghalaya only for the list of essential goods as notified by Political Department vide Order No. POL.75-2O2O-Pt I-13 dated 21st April, 2020 | Mandatory | Ecommerce | No end date specified |
| Himachal Pradesh | Himachal Pradesh Govt. Grants Exemptions To Factories Permitted To Operate Amidst Lockdown; Extends Working Hours For Maximizing Utilization Of Labour And Boost Manufacturing Of Essential Items | 22-04-2020 | The Himachal Pradesh Government, in a Gazette Notification dated 22nd April, 2020 has granted exemption to factories which are permitted to operate amidst the lockdown from certain provisions of the Factories Act, 1948 (Act) in the prevailing situation of crisis. These exemptions have been granted under the provisions of Section 51, Section 54, Section 55 and Section 56 of the Act and have become effective since 21st April, 2020 and will continue to remain in force till 20th July, 2020. The exemption is granted by extending the working hours in factories and is subject to fulfilling the following conditions: (i) No adult worker will be allowed or required to work in a factory for more than 12 hours in any day and 72 hours in any week. (ii) The periods of work of adult workers in a factory each day will be fixed in such a manner that no period should exceed 6 hours and no worker should work for more than 6 hours and the worker must have an interval of at least half an hour. (iii) Wages in respect of increased working hours as a result of this exemption must be in proportion to existing minimum wages fixed by Government of Himachal Pradesh under Minimum Wages Act, 1948. (iv) Provisions of Section 59 regarding overtime wages will continue to be applicable without any change. Background: With the prevailing situation of lockdown, various States are extending the working hours with overtime wages (as applicable) in order to boost the manufacturing process of essential items. This exemption of extending of working hours will also help maximise the utilisation of labour. In light of this, along with other States, the Himachal Pradesh Government has issued the present Notification. | Mandatory | All | 20-07-2020 |
| Central | Dpiit Advises Industrial Gas Cylinders Filling Units To Convert Their Industrial And Inert Gas Cylinders To Medical Oxygen Cylinders To Ensure Uninterrupted Supply Of Oxygen To Hospitals And Other Healthcare Facilities | 22-04-2020 | To ensure uninterrupted supply of oxygen to hospitals and other healthcare facilities, DPIIT has advised PESO to formulate a standard operating procedure (SOP) for conversion of industrial oxygen cylinder and non toxic non flammable gas cylinders such as Nitrogen, Argon and Helium. Industrial gas cylinder filling units having licences under Form E and F of the Gas Cylinder Rules, 2016 can convert their industrial and inert gas cylinders to medical oxygen cylinders. These units have been mandated to adopt the SOP during the conversion. | Advisory | Industrial gas cylinder filling units | No end date specified |
| Central | Quality Control Mechanism For Ppe Body Coverails Manufactured In India | 22-04-2020 | The Ministry of Textiles on April 22, 2020 has issued a quality control mechanism for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Body Coveralls manufactured in India to streamline the process of testing and ensure the quality. The testing laboratories will test the PPE coverall samples after ascertaining that the declaration form is duly filled up and received through the official e-mail id. The testing laboratory is responsible for the integrity of the prototype sample submitted by the applicant. It is the responsibility of the procuring organization to complete its due diligence process before placement of the supply agreement. A Unique Certification Code (UCC) will be annexed for placement of orders. All UCCs may be notified in the new format and may have a validity period of 6 months from the date of issue. | Mandatory | Testing laboratories | No end date has been specified |
| Chhattisgarh | Exemption Of Certain Activities / Services During The Lockdown For Prevention Of Infection Of Novel Corona Virus. (Vernacular) | 21-04-2020 | Mahasamund District in Chhattisgarh has allowed few activities during the lockdown including the following: i. Shops for repairing trucks on highway, located on or around petrol pumps; ii. All agriculture and related activities such as farming by farmers / labourers, purchase and sale of agricultural produce; iii. Manure / fertilizers, pesticides and seed manufacturing; iv. Collection of non-wood products by Scheduled Tribes; v. All activities related to fisheries / aquaculture industries such as fish production, processing, hatchery, sale and marketing, transportation, storage and fish seeds etc vi. Milk supply, poultry, hatchery and other animal husbandry activities; vii. Bore mining / Hand pump mining; viii. MNREGA works are allowed with proper social distancing; ix. Self-employed persons such as electricians, motor mechanics, IT repair, carpenters, AC/ Cooler repair; x. Brick kilns located in rural areas; xi. Dhaba owners located on National Highways outside city limits; Further details to be provided shortly (Note: The Notification is in Vernacular and we have translated it to the best of our understanding. Once an official translation is available, we will update in case there is a requirement) | Mandatory | All | 03-05-2020 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Notification Issued By Labour Commissioner Up | 21-04-2020 | The Labour Department of Uttar Pradesh has issued a Notification that the person in control of the affairs of the Factories/ Shops and Commercial Establishments, shop should allow leave with pay to the employees during the period of closure. In case the person in control is found to be in contravention of the Government Order in this regard, and a FIR is required to be filed, the same can be proceeded with after intimating the Labour Commissioner and the Chief Inspector of factories. The next steps will be taken after bringing the issue before the undersigned. (Note: The Notification is in Vernacular and we have translated it to the best of our understanding. Once an official translation is available, we will update in case there is a requirement) | Mandatory | All | 03-05-2020 |
| Assam | Chief Inspector Of Factories, Assam Has Issued Orders To All Factories To Comply With The Mha Guidelines And To Inform Authorities Before Starting Their Factory/Ies | 21-04-2020 | The Chief Inspector of Factories, Assam vide letter dated 21st April 2020 has asked all factories to comply with the MHA guidelines and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) dated 15th April 2020. The authority has mentioned the following: - 1. The factory management needs to intimate the Inspectorate of Factories, Assam before resuming work in their factories. 2. The management of the exempted factories to put all arrangements for implementation of the SOP on social distancing as mentioned in the MHA Guideline - Annexure II. 3. The management should put all arrangements in place to ensure compliance with Annexure I of the MHA Guidelines. 4. There will be surprise visits to these exempted factories to check compliance. | Mandatory | All Factories | No end date specified |
| Central | Rbi Declared Interest Subvention (Is) And Prompt Repayment Incentive (Pri) For Short Term Crop Loans During The Years 2018-19 And 2019-20 And Extended Period On Account Of Covid-19 | 21-04-2020 | RBI vide its notification dated 21-04-2020 declared Interest Subvention (IS) and Prompt Repayment Incentive (PRI) for Short Term Crop Loans during the years 2018-19 and 2019-20. To ensure that farmers do not have to pay penal interest and at the same time continue getting the benefits of interest subvention scheme, Government has decided to continue the availability of 2% IS and 3% PRI to farmers for the extended period of repayment up to 31.05.2020 or date of repayment, whichever is earlier, for short term crop loans up to ¹3 lakh per farmer which have become due between March 01, 2020 and May 31, 2020. This is pursuant to RBI circular dated March 27, 2020 regarding Covid 19-Regulatory Package, moratorium has been granted for three months on payment of instalments falling due between March 1, 2020 and May 31, 2020 in respect of all term loans including short term crop loans. | Mandatory | Banking, Agriculture | 31-05-2020 |
| Central | Holding Of Agms By Companies Whose Financial Year Ended On 31St December, 2019 | 21-04-2020 | The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA), has in circular dated April 21, 2020 allowed companies, whose financial year (FY) (other than first FY) has ended on 31st December, 2019, to hold their Annual General Meeting (AGM) for such FY within 9 months from the closure of the FY, i.e. by 30th September, 2020. The deviation from the general requirement of holding the AGM within 6 months from end of FY will not be considered as a violation. MCA has further clarified that all references to due date of AGM or the date by which the AGM should have been held under the law must be construed accordingly. Background: This relaxation has been granted by MCA in view of the representations received from stakeholders with regard to difficulty faced in holding AGM for companies whose financial year ended on 31st December, 2019 due to COVID-1 9 related social distancing norms and related restrictions. The provisions under Companies Act, 2013 (Act) allows a company to hold its AGM within a period of 6 months (9 months in case of first AGM) from the closure of the FY year and not later than a period of 15 months from the date of last AGM. | Mandatory | All | 30-09-2020 |
| Dadra And Nagar Haveli | Certain Industries Granted Approval To Operate Under Strict Conditions In Dadra & Nagar Haveli | 21-04-2020 | In light of the extension of the lockdown till 3rd May, 2020 and the MHA Order dated 15th April, 2020, the Dadra & Nagar Haveli Government has permitted certain industries to operate with strict adherence to the following conditions - i. No employees/labourers or workers from outside the state are allowed to be employed during this time. ii. Disinfection of the premises with permitted disinfectants iii. Provision of transportation facility for all workers. Vehicles to ply at 30-40% capacity and to be parked inside the premises iv. Disinfection of vehicles and machinery v. Provision of hand wash and sanitiser, preferably touch free mechanism at all point of entry and exit and common areas vi. Strict observation of social distancing norms vii. Workers to wear face masks and gloves viii. Frequent washing of hands ix.Medical insurance for all workers x. Seating of workers 6 feet from each other and no large gatherings or meetings xi. Not more than 2 to 4 persons to travel in hoists and lifts. use of staircase to be encouraged xii. Identification of hospitals and clinics nearby authorised to treat COVID 19 patients xiii. Addition or reinforcement of workers to be duly informed to the District Administration xiv. Factory Manager/incharge details and mobile number to be provided to District Administration xv. Withholding biometric attendance system and strict social distancing to be followed xvi. Thermal scanning of employees/visitors/ drivers/transporters/representatives at entry and exit points xvii. All workers/employees to download "Arogya Setu'mobile app xviii. Cleaning and sanitation to be done atleast three times a day xix. Staggered lunch breaks of one hour between shifts xx. Maintenance of minimalistic foot fall and total ban on non essential visitors xxi. Designated isolation areas to confine persons who develop symptoms. xxii. Use of tobacco, gutka etc prohibited xxiii. All payment of wages to be done by 5th of the month xxiv. Daily reports to be submitted on the online portal developed by the Administration. | Mandatory | Manufacturing industries | No end date specified |
| Karnataka | Extension Of Lockdown Period Till 3Rd May 2020 | 21-04-2020 | The Government of Karnataka has decided to continue implementing the measures in force in the State of Karnataka (as stipulated in the Consolidated Guidelines of the Ministry of Home Affairs Government of India vide Order No. 40-3/2020-DM-I(A) dated 14th April 2020 until further Orders or till midnight of 03.05.2020 (whichever is earlier) | Mandatory | All | 03-05-2020 |
| Tamil Nadu | District Collectors / Superintendents Of Police / Commissioners Of Municipal Corporations Directed To Take Strict Penal Action Against Landlord/House Owners Forcing Doctors/Paramedical Staff To Evict Rental Houses | 21-04-2020 | The Health and Family Welfare Department of Tamil Nadu has directed District Collectors / Superintendents of Police / Commissioners of Municipal Corporations to take strict penal action against landlord/house owners forcing doctors/paramedical staff to evict rental houses in order to protect the Doctors / Paramedical Staff / Health Care personnel who are discharging their duties in containment of COVID-19. | Mandatory | Healthcare | No end date specified |
| Central | Sebi Has Issued Measures To Further Facilitate Fund Raising From Capital Markets In The Backdrop Of Covid-19 Pandemic | 21-04-2020 | SEBI vide PR No.23/2020 dated 21-04-2020 has decided to grant certain temporary relaxations from the regulatory provisions related to rights/ public issuances by listed entities because of the COVID-19 pandemic. A. Under Rights Issues 1.Fast track Rights issuances: I. The eligibility requirement of average market capitalisation of public shareholding of INR 250 crores has been reduced to INR 100 crores. II. The requirement related to period of listing of equity shares of the issuer for at least three years has been reduced to listing for eighteen months only. III. The condition related to no audit qualifications on issuers audited accounts has been replaced with the requirement to disclose the impact of audit qualifications on issuers financials. IV. Certain other eligibility conditions with respect to period of compliance with the provisions of the listing regulations, ongoing action initiated by SEBI against the issuer / promoters / directors and settlement of violation of securities laws have also been relaxed. 2. Minimum Subscription: To provide greater flexibility in fund raising, the threshold for minimum subscription requirements for a rights issue has been reduced from existing 90% to 75% of the offer size, subject to certain conditions. 3.Threshold for not filing draft letter of offer with SEBI To reduce the time involved in fund raising and ease compliance requirements, listed entities raising funds upto INR 25 crores in a rights issue will not be required to file draft offer document. The existing threshold in this regard is INR 10 crores. These relaxations are applicable to right issues that open on or before March 31, 2021. It may be recalled that last year SEBI had amended ICDR regulations to significantly reduce the timeline for the completion of the Rights Issue from T+ 55 days to T+ 31 days as well as introduced the dematerialization and trading of rights entitlements. These measures would make the rights issue framework more effective and efficient. B. Under Flexibility on Issue size An issuer, whose offer document is pending receipt of SEBI observation, shall be permitted to increase or decrease the fresh issue size by up to 50% of the estimated issue size (instead of the present limit of 20%) without requiring to file fresh draft offer document with the Board. The relaxation shall be applicable for all offer documents pending receipt of SEBI observations up to December 31, 2020. C. Validity of SEBI observations Considering the prevailing economic scenario and based on requests from various industry bodies, it has been decided to extend the validity of SEBI observations on all public issues/ rights issues by six months from the date of expiry for issuers whose observation has expired/ shall expire between March 01, 2020 and September 30, 2020. | Mandatory | All | 30-09-2020 |
| Central | Ministry Of Shipping Directs Major Ports For Remitting Charges To Port Users/Ppp Concessionaire And Vessel Related Charges From Shipping Lines; Permits Deferred Payments | 21-04-2020 | The Ministry of Shipping (MOS), in an Order dated 21st April, 2020, has granted certain exemptions and remissions on charges /fees and penalties. The lockdown imposed due to COVID-19 (coronavirus) and the relevant measures taken in reference to that have disrupted the logistic chains and impacted the Ports and Port users. In view of this extraordinary situation, all the Major Ports has directed the following: 1. Remission of charges to Port Users- i) Storage charges- Ports must allow free storage time to all port users for the period of the lockdown. (Not applicable to Mumbai Port Trust and Mormugao Port Trust) ii) Lease rentals, License fee related charges- Ports must allow deferment of annual lease rentals/license fee on pro-rata basis, without any interest, if requested by the lessor/licensee, for the months of April, 2020, May, 2020 and June, 2020. However this will be applicable only for the annual lease rentals/license fee to be received by the Port for the year 2020. (Not applicable to Mumbai Port Trust and Mormugao Port Trust) iii) Other charges, penalties, etc.- Ports must ensure that no penal charges, demurrages, detention charges, dwell time charges, anchorage charges, penal berth hire charges, performance related penalties, etc., are not levied on any port user (traders, importers, exporters, shipping lines, concessionaires, licensees, CFS, ets.), for any delay in berthing, loading/unloading operations or evacuation/arrival of cargo during the lockdown period and up to 30 days recovery period post the lockdown ends. iv) Additional land for storage- If requisite additional land is available within port area, the port must make efforts to provide the additional storage land to port users, on a temporary basis without any charges, rentals, fee, etc. up to 30th June, 2020, on an as is where is basis. 2. There has been a drop in cargo volume at several Public-Private-Partnership (PPP) berths, terminals in Major Ports. Therefore the Major Ports must extend the following to such PPP concessionaires (Remission of charges to PPP concessionaire)- i) Revenue share, Royalty and equipment hire related charges- Ports must allow deferment of revenue, royalty and equipment hire charges without any interest, if requested by the concessionaire, for the months of April, 2020, May, 2020 and June, 2020. Such deferment amount must be paid by the concessionaire after the interest-free period of three months (reckoned month to month). For example the deferment of April, 2020 must be paid in August, 2020, and so on. It may also be paid alternatively through six-monthly equated instalments (at the interest rate equal to Reserve Bank of Indias 91-days Treasury Bill Primary yield rate, as on the due date of the initially deferred amount), after the interest-free period. ii) Lease rentals, License fee related charges- Ports must allow waiver of lease rentals, license fee and similar charges for three months (for the months of April, 2020, May, 2020 and June, 2020) to the extent the volume of cargo dropped compared to monthly average cargo volume of last calendar year (from 1st January, 2019 to 31st December, 2019). For example, if the cargo volume for the month of April, 2020 is 6000 TEUs (a drop of 40% of volume compared to last years average monthly volume), the Ports must waive off 40% of lease rentals, license fee and similar charges for the month of April, 2020. If such waived amount has already been received by the Port, adjustment of the same must be provided in the forthcoming from concessionaire. iii) Minimum Guaranteed Throughput (MGT) Obligations- The MGT obligations (wherever existent in concessionaire agreement) have to be computed, for the respective year, without considering the lockdown period and the cargo volume handled during the lockdown period. iv) Performance Standard Related Obligations- Ports cannot levy any penalty or charges for any shortfall in any performance standards such as gross berth output, transit storage dwell time, turnaround time for delivery store receipt operations, non-transhipment requirements, etc., for the lockdown period and 30 days beyond that as recovery period. v) Additional land for storage- If requisite additional land is available within port, the port must provide additional storage area to PPP concessionaires, on temporary basis, without any charges, rentals, fee, etc., up to 30th June, 2020, on an as is where is basis. 3. Vessel related charges from Shipping Lines- Marine Due/Vessel related charges- Ports must allow interest-free 60 days deferment of marine dues/vessel related charges to Indian Coastal Vessels, if request by vessel operators. Ports have to obtain requisite bank guarantee as security from coastal vessel operators for the same. For this, deferment requests received by 30th May, 2020, will only be considered. 4. The Ministry of Finance has, in an Office Memorandum (OM No.18/4/2020-PPD) dated 19th February, 2020, clarified that the current situation on COVID-19 should be considered as a case of natural calamity and Force Majeure may be invoked. Pursuant to that, the MOS through an Order (No. PD-13/33/2020-PPP/e-339106) dated 20th March, 2020 and Letter dated 24th March, 2020, had intimated the Ports to consider COVID-19 as a natural calamity which would entitle invocation of the Force Majeure provisions in as much obligations under various contracts (involving the Major Ports) are concerned. With regard to this, the following has been directed to the Major Ports- i) The period for completion of any Project under implementation in PPP mode or otherwise must be extended by the Ports. ii) For PPP Projects under implementation, the Major Ports can permit waiver of all penal consequences on a case-to-case basis, along with deferment of performance obligations as per relevant provisions of the Concession Agreement. iii) The period of Force Majeure will start from 19th February, 2020 and will end when Competent Orders are so provided. This Order by the MOS supersedes the Order (No. PD-14300/4/2020-PD VII), dated 31st March, 2020, which had provided specific guidelines to Major Ports on exemptions from penalties, demurrage charges, fee, rentals levied on any Port user for any delay in Berthing/Loading/Unloading operations or evacuations/arrival of cargo caused due the lockdown from 22nd March to 14th April, 2020. | Mandatory | Port Operators at Major Ports | 21-04-2020 |
| Andhra Pradesh | Exemption Of Inspection For Boilers In Andhra Pradesh | 21-04-2020 | In view of the pandemic, Government of Andhra Pradesh exempts all certified Boilers situated in the industries in Andhra Pradesh from inspection. This is applicable to Boilers for which inspections are due in the months of April & May, 2020 This exemption is for 2 months (31 May 2020) or till lifting of the lockdown whichever is earlier During the exemption period, the Boilers shall be used in accordance to the provisions of the Boilers Act, the Boiler Attendants Rules and the Boiler Operation Engineers Rules. Any repair during the period of exemption shall not be carried out without obtaining prior permission from the Director of Boilers, Andhra Pradesh, Amaravati. The exemption will applicable to only those Boilers which are in operation duly certified. All Boiler owners shall apply for renewal of their Boiler Certificate(s) during the exemption period. However, those Boilers will be inspected and certificates for use of the Boiler will be issued after lifting the lockdown. | Mandatory | Boiler related manufacturing | 31-May-20 |
| Sikkim | Prohibitory Order From The District Collector, East U/S 144 Cr.Pc 1973 | 21-04-2020 | The Government of Sikkim vide it's Complete Safety Restrictions issued by the District Collector (East) has prohibited certain activities until 3rd May, 2020. This includes public transport, educational, training and coaching institutes, hospitality services, cinema halls, shopping complexes, gyms, swimming pools, religious places, social gatherings etc. In case of funerals, congregation of only twenty people are allowed. Some activities have been allowed such as - i. Police and other law enforcement agencies. ii. All Health Services. iii. Veterinary Hospitals. iv. Manufacturing units of drugs and pharma. v. All agricultural and related activities. vi. Fisheries. vii. Animal husbandry. viii. Banks and ATM's. ix. MGNREGA works. x. Electricity. xi. Telecommunication and Postal services. | Mandatory | All | 03-04-2020 |
| Sikkim | Validity Date Of All Motor Vehicle Related Documents Expiring From 1St February, 2020 Deemed To Be Valid Till 30Th June, 2020 In Sikkim. | 21-04-2020 | As a means to facilitate payment of token taxes expiring from 1st February, 2020, validity of all motor vehicle related documents expiring from 1st February, 2020 has been extended till 30th June, 2020 by Sikkim Transport Department. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Central | Mnre Extends Effective Date For Implementation Of Approved Lists Of Models And Manufacturers Of Solar Pv Modules And Solar Pv Cells By Six Months To 30.09-2020 | 21-04-2020 | Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (MNRE)has extended the effective dates for implementation of Approved Lists of Models & Manufacturers (ALMM) for Solar PV modules and Solar PV cells to 30th September, 2020, which was earlier 31st March, 2020, due to COVID-19 pandemic. | Mandatory | Renewable Energy | 30-09-2020 |
| Telangana | Conditions For Resuming Work | 21-04-2020 | 1. Government is allowing resumption of work for exempted and relaxed sectors 2. Employees shall ensure strict compliance with SOP as laid down in MHA 15 order 3. All employees shall be required to have government issued passes | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Assam | Instruction To The Factories On Compliance To The Guidelines Issued By The Ministry Of Home Affairs, Government Of India | 21-04-2020 | Management of all factories to have processes in place for strict implementation of SOP for social distancing in factories. | Mandatory | Manufacturing | 03-05-2020 |
| Central | Covid19 Lockdown 2.0: A Complete List Of Activities Permitted After April 20 | 20-04-2020 | Here is a complete list of what is allowed and what is not in select areas across the country from April 20 (Tuesday) as shared by governments citizen portal MyGov What is permitted? Financial services RBI and other RBI regulated financial markets and entities Banks, ATM and IT vendors involved in banking operations SEBI and capital and debt market services IRDAI and insurance companies Commercial services Print and electronic media IT services but with around 50% workforce Data and call centres for government activities CSCs at panchayat level E-commerce functions for non-essential items such as mobile phone, laptops, refrigerators, etc. Courier services Cold storage and warehousing Private security and facilities management services; hotels, homestays, etc. Establishment working as quarantine facilities Self-employed services like electricians, plumbers, carpenters, etc. Movement of people Private vehicles for getting essential commodities and medical emergency services In case of a four-wheeler, only one passenger in the back seat is permitted beside the driver Only one driver is permitted for two-wheelers People travelling to their workplace as exempted by State/Union Territory/Local authority Social services Home for children, juveniles, divyang (handicapped), elderly, observation homes, aftercare homes etc. will be allowed to function. Disbursement of social security pensions and provident fund by EPFO Operation of Anganwadis Agricultural activities Farming operations in fields Functioning of agencies/firms engaged in getting agricultural products Machinery shops Custom hiring centres Services related to fertilizers and seeds APMC markets and Mandis Direct marketing operations for agriculture Harvesting and sowing Operation of fishing like processing and sale, hatcheries, commercial aquaria Plantations of tea, coffee and rubber allowed with a maximum 50 per cent workers Animal husbandry including distribution and sale of milk products, animal shelter homes, etc. Health services Hospitals and nursing homes Telemedicine facilities Dispensaries and medical shops Medical research, COVID-19 related labs and collection centres Private establishments authorised by government Veterinary hospitals, dispensaries and clinics, sale and supply of vaccine and medicines Manufacturing units, medical devices and construction of health infrastructure Movement of all medical personnel, scientists, nurses, paramedical staff, lab technicians Industrial establishments Industries in rural areas SEZ and export-oriented units Industrial estates and industrial townships Manufacturing units of essential goods Industries producing IT hardware Food processing units, jute industries Coal and mineral production, O&G refinery and brick kilns in rural areas Construction activities including roads, irrigation projects, renewable energy projects and construction projects at municipal level Cargo and essential services Transportation of cargo inter and intrastate by air, rail, land and sea routes Carrier vehicles with only two drivers and one helper are allowed Empty vehicles for delivery/pick up of goods The supply chain of essential goods like manufacturing, wholesale, retail, shops/ carts for essential goods Large bricks and mortar stores, dhabas and truck repair shops on the highway, movement of staff and labourers for essential services Additional services Collection, harvesting and processing of minor forest produce, non-timber forest produce Bamboo, coconut, areca nut, cocoa, spices plantations and their harvesting sale and marketing NBFCs including Housing Finance and Micro Finance companies with bare minimum staff, cooperative credit societies Construction activities in rural areas to include water supply and sanitation, power, telecom and cable lines. What will remain closed? Domestic and international air travel Passenger trains, buses, metro, taxis Interstate transport except for security and medical purposes Industrial and commercial activities Hospitality services Educational, training and coaching institutions Cinema halls, malls, gyms, bards, pools, entertainment parks, assembly halls, etc. All social, political, sports, complexes, religious places and other gatherings. What about hotspots? The above mentioned exemptions given after April 20 will not be applicable to hotspots and the containment zones in hotspots will be demarcated by state governments. In containment zone, strict control has to be put in place to ensure no unchecked inward outward movement except for essential services. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Karnataka | Karnataka Government Issues A Public Information Document With Do And Don'Ts In View Of The Covid 19 Pandemic | 20-04-2020 | Karnataka Government has issued a Public Information Document with Do and Don'ts in view of the Covid 19 pandemic. The key takeaways are: 1. Face mask made compulsory for everyone stepping outside their house. 2. Anyone experiencing mental health related concerns may call Nimhans Toll Free number 08046110007. 3. Spitting in public is a punishable offence. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Tripura | Tripura Government Advises People Against Onward Transmission Of Fake News Regarding Covid-19; Provides Numbers/E-Mail For Help And Detection Of Source Of Fake News | 20-04-2020 | The Government of Tripura (Government), has issued a special notice advising people to ignore rumours and to refrain from spreading any fake news with regard to COVID-19 (Coronavirus). The Government has directed that if anyone receives any news related to COVID-19 through social media, which is fake or has the potential to induce panic, the person must refrain from transmitting such news onwards. The person should instead contact / forward such mis-information / news to the mobile numbers / e-mail mentioned below: a. 9615666097 b. 9436716203 c. nbicatripura@gmail.com Furthermore, the Government has warned that it will search for the source of such fake news and take necessary steps according to law. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Andhra Pradesh | Guidelines For Handling, Treatment And Disposal Of Waste Generated Hiring Treatment/Diagnosis/Quarantine Of Covid-19 Patients | 20-04-2020 | In line with the Central Guidelines issued by the CPCB, the Andhra Pradesh PCB has reproduced the "Guidelines for Handling, Treatment, and Disposal of Waste Generated during Treatment/Diagnosis/ Quarantine of COVID-19 Patients Rev. 1" for management of waste generated during diagnostics and treatment of COVID-19 suspected/confirmed patients which are required to be followed in all isolation wards, quarantine centers, sample collection centers, laboratories, ULBs and common biomedical waste treatment and disposal facilities in addition to existing practices under BMW Management Rules, 2016. | Mandatory | Healthcare | No end date specified |
| Andhra Pradesh | Circular Dt 02-04-2020 Reg Cfe&Cfo For Manufacturing / Formulation Of Sanitizers In The State Of Andhra Pradesh | 20-04-2020 | Any existing sanitizer manufacturing/bottling/distillery/chemical or bulk drug manufacturing unit manufacturing sanitizers can apply for consent to operate in 15 days so that availability of sanitizer is ensured during COVID-19 outbreak. | Mandatory | Sanitizer manufacturing unit, sanitizer bottling unit, distillery, chemical/bulk drug manufacturing | 31-05-2020 |
| Karnataka | Checking Of Passes Intensified And Movement Regulated Through Stricter Norms | 20-04-2020 | Enforcement of stricter norms with regard to movement of vehicles and people through the following measure: i. Only e-passes and paper passes or passes issued by departments for official duties or NGOs for distribution of food are only allowed. Ii. Government officials, Doctors, Nurses, Paramedics, essential goods, bankers, etc., are eligible to move without valid pass, but with their valid IDs. iii. Passes issued by outstation officers like DCs, SPs would be seized and action initiated. iv. Effective barricading should be implemented, even if it leads to road block. v. No more e-passes or passes should be issued unless specifically instructed. vi. Emergency returnable day passes will be granted to people with genuine requests at police station level. vii. Zero tolerance on unnecessary movement or vehicle except during morning or evening office hours. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Dadra And Nagar Haveli | District Magistrate Order Dated 20.04.2020 Imposing Penalties For Violating Directions By The District Administration In View Of Covid-19 | 20-04-2020 | District Magistrate lists out different penalties and their amount for people who violate the directions issued by the District Magistrate: Person found not wearing mask in public places /workplaces Rs.100/- 5 or more persons gathering in public places - Rs. 500/- Spitting in public places -Rs. 100/- Spitting gutkha and tobacco in public places - Rs.100/- | Mandatory | All | 03-05-2020 |
| Dadra And Nagar Haveli | Standard Operating Procedures For Social Distancing Along With Guidelines To Be Followed By Offices, Workplaces, Factories And Establishments In Dadra And Nagar Haveli | 20-04-2020 | Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for Social Distancing along with guidelines for Offices, Workplaces, Factories and Establishments that must be followed by establishments which are permitted to operate in Dadra and Nagar Haveli till 3rd May, 2020. | Mandatory | All | 03-05-2020 |
| Nagaland | Healthcare Establishments To Mandatorily Submit Certain Health Reports | 20-04-2020 | The Government of Nagaland, Directorate of Health and Family Welfare has issued an Order mandating the submission of the following health reports by Healthcare Establishments(Public or Private or Other system of Medicine) 1. Healthcare Service Delivery Report (Prescribed format provided in Annexure 1 of the Order) 2. Daily reporting for Influenza like illness and Severe acute respiratory infection Surveillance(Prescribed format provided in Annexure 2 of the Order) 3. Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme(IDSP) Report(Prescribed format provided in Annexure 3 of the Order) Any act of non compliance shall be punishable under the applicable provisions of Epidemic Disease Act, 1897. | Mandatory | Healthcare | No end date specified |
| Central | Sebi Extends The Various Regulatory Measures That Were Taken Vide Press Release Dated March 20, 2020 Till May 28, 2020. | 20-04-2020 | The Securities and Exchange Board of India vide Press Release dated March 20, 2020 had introduced various regulatory measures for a period of a month w.e.f. March 23, 2020. The measures were taken with the objective of ensuring orderly trading and settlement, effective risk management, price discovery and maintenance of market integrity. As the stock markets (both domestic and global) are expected to be volatile in the near future owing to concerns relating to COVID-19 pandemic and the resultant fear of economic slowdown, keeping in view the objective of ensuring orderly trading and settlement, effective risk management, price discovery and maintenance of market integrity SEBI decided that the measures implemented since March 23, 2020 will continue to be in force till May 28, 2020. The stock exchanges and clearing corporations will be issuing necessary instructions to the market participants in this regard. | Mandatory | All | 28-05-2020 |
| Kerala | Kerala, Health And Family Welfare Department Has Issued Advisory For Ensuring Tb Services In Context Of Covid-19 | 20-04-2020 | The Kerala Health and Family Welfare Department vide advisory dated 20th April 2020 has stated that TB services to continue in the state in context of COVID-19. 1. The advisory has focused on the method of diagnosis, testing, bio-safety practises for laboratories and clinical diagnosis. 2. A clinical TB expert committee to be formed at every district. 3. The treatment methodology has been listed down including patients to be supplied with 1 month stock of FDCs. 4. Annexure 1 also lays down the guidelines on collection and transportation of sample at PHI/Home for TB examination including the manner in which packing of samples to be done. 5. Annexure II lays down the use of N95 Masks and general measures and the precautionary measures prior to re-using N95 masks. | Mandatory | Clinics, Laboratories, Hospitals and Testing Centres | No end date specified |
| Punjab | E-Commerce Companies Permitted To Operate Only For The Procurement And Supply Of Essential Goods In Punjab. Permission To Sell Books, Air Conditioners, Air Coolers, Fans And Their Repair Shops Withdrawn | 20-04-2020 | The Additional Chief Home Secretary, Punjab, in a recent order, permitted E-commerce companies to operate only for the procurement and supply of essential goods. Further, permission which was granted for shops for the sale of books, air conditioners, air coolers, fans and their repair shops has been withdrawn. | Mandatory | E-commerce companies | 03-05-2020 |
| Punjab | Working Hours And Spread Over For Factory Workers Extended For Factories Permitted To Operate In Punjab | 20-04-2020 | The Department of Labour in a recent notification extended working hours and spread overs for factories which have been permitted to operate. The working hours has been extended to a maximum of 12 hours instead of 9 hours per day. Spread over has also been extended to 13 hours instead of 10.5 hours. For all additional hours of work, workers will be required to be paid wages at twice the rate of ordinary wages. | Mandatory | Manufacturing industries | 20-07-2020 |
| Bihar | Department Of Health, Govt. Of Bihar Has Issued Order To All Health Care Facility To Resume Operation And To Maintain Social Distance During At Workplace (Including Non-Covid-19 Health Services) | 20-04-2020 | Department of Health, Government of Bihar vide order dated 20th April 2020 has directed all health care facility to resume operation and to maintain social distance during at workplace (including non-COVID-19 health services). The department has issued further directions which are: - 1. All In charge / Managers of private sector hospitals / clinics / pharmacy / Diagnostic Centres to resume services. 2. The In charge / Managers should ensure proper availability of clinical, paramedical and Non-clinical staff and adequate availability of drugs / equipment's / consumables etc. 3. They need to ensure standard measures of social distancing and need to ensure availability of Personal Protective Equipment's / gloves / masks for health care providers and masks for patients. 4. They need to implement Infection Control Protocols as developed by Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. 5. All Private hospitals to record the travel history of the patients and shall also record the people with whom he/she came into contact. 6. Private Hospitals to screen patients for Influenza Like Illness (ILI) and Severe Acute Respiratory Infections (SARI). Report to be sent to Civil Surgeon of the district on a daily basis. 7. All Health Care facilities to intimate the Civil Surgeon of their district about resuming operations and institution-wise list of services provided. This intimation to be provided within 24 hours of issue of this direction. | Mandatory | Private Sector Hospitals, Clinics, Pharmacy, Diagnostic Centres | No end date specified |
| Central | Mohfw Measures To Ensure Safety Of Health Workers Drafted For Covid-19 Services | 20-04-2020 | MOHFW issues new guidelines for measures to be taken to ensure the safety of health workers drafted for COVID 19 services. Among other things, the guidelines prescribe personnel requirements; safety requirements helplines staffing and payment guidelines capacity building insurance requirements | Advisory | Healthcare | No end date specified |
| Karnataka | Commissioner Of Police And Addl. Dm, Bengaluru City Issues Prohibitory Order; Lists Out Activities Which Are Permitted During The Lockdown | 20-04-2020 | The Commissioner of Police and Additional District Magistrate, Bengaluru City, through an Order dated 20th April, 2020, has issued a Prohibitory Order within the limits of Bengaluru City Commissionerate, keeping in view the restrictions imposed by the Ministry of Home Affairs due to the current crisis caused by COVID-19 (coronavirus). The Prohibitory Order remains in force from 21st April, 2020 up to 3rd May, 2020. The restrictions/prohibitions that have been imposed in the limits of the Bengaluru City Commissionerate, along with certain conditions and exemptions, include the following: 1) Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and RBI regulated financial markets and entities like NPCI (National Payments Corporation of India), CCIL (The Clearing Corporation of India Limited), payment system operators and standalone primary dealers, are allowed to operate with a bare minimum staff. 2) Hospitals and all related Medical Establishments, including their manufacturing and distribution units, both in public and private sector such as dispensaries, pharmaceutical, chemist and medical equipment shops, laboratories, clinics, nursing homes, ambulances, etc. will continue to remain functional. The transportation of all medical personnel, nurses, para-medical staff and other hospital support services will be permitted. Pharmacies and pharmaceutical research labs are also allowed to operate. 3) Commercial and private establishments will remain closed, except the following- i) Shops dealing with food, groceries, fruits and vegetables, dairy and milk booths, meat and fish, animal fodder, bakery and biscuit, condiments, confectionery and sweet for manufacturing, supply and operating retail outlets. ii) Print and electronic media. iii) Telecommunications, internet services, broadcasting and cable services, IT and IT enabled services (for essential services only and as far as possible, to work from home. iv) Delivery of all essential goods including food, pharmaceuticals, medical equipment, through e-commerce. v) Shops for seeds and pesticides. vi) Capital and debt market services as notified by SEBI (Securities and Exchange Board of India). vii) Cold storage and warehousing services. 4) Industrial establishments will remain closed, except the following (which must strictly follow the guidelines issued by the Health Department, for the lockdown period): i) Manufacturing units of essential commodities. ii) Production units which require continuous process (after obtaining required permission from the State Government). iii) Manufacturing units of essential goods, including drugs, pharmaceutical, medical devices, their raw material and intermediaries. iv) Coal and mineral production, transportation, supply of explosives and activities incidental to mining operations. v) Manufacturing units of packaging material for food items, drugs, pharmaceutical and medical devices. 5) All transport services through air, rail and roadways remain prohibited except the following: i) Transportation of essential goods. ii) Operation of Railways and Airports for cargo movement, relief and evacuation, and their related operational organizations. It has been stated that where exceptions to operate have been granted, the organizations/employers must ensure necessary precautions against COVID-19, as well as follow social distancing measures. | Mandatory | All | 03-05-2020 |
| Gujarat | Gujarat Government Implements Lockdown As Per The Central Lockdown Guidelines; Essential Services/Goods Permitted By Obtaining An E-Pass From The Digitalgujarat.Gov.In | 20-04-2020 | The Gujarat Government in a Press Release dated 20th April, 2020 has informed that it has implemented the lockdown in the State as per the Central Guidelines. The document published in the State website is in vernacular, but considering the Press Release, the restrictions and relaxations are mentioned below as per the Central Government Guidelines. The following has been further informed through the Press Release: 1. Gujarat Government has decided to implement the relaxations as per the Central lockdown. 2. Relaxations will not be applicable to hotspots and containment zones. 3. Commercial establishments and activities can start functioning ensuring the social distancing measures and safety. 4. Standard guidelines including thermal screening of the people of the establishment, compulsory masks, staggered lunchtime, staggered entry and exit time crowd management must be ensured. 5. Violation of the standard operating procedures will lead to suspension and the particular unit will be asked to be shut down. 6. Workers in factories have to work 12 hour shifts with higher remuneration. Female workers will not be asked to work from 7pm to 6 am. 7. Work related to MNREGA will be permitted during the extended period of lockdown. 8. Self employed and daily wage earners will also be allowed to operate provided they use face mask and sanitiser. 9. Construction activities, irrigation projects in addition to MSME activities will also be allowed during the extended period of lockdown. These activities can be performed as per the Guidelines issued by the Central Government both within and outside the limits of the city. Further, for these activities, permission will be granted by the District Authorities after a detailed analysis. Please note that the Order is in Vernacular and we have translated it to the best of our understanding. Once an official translation is available, we will update in case there is a requirement. | Mandatory | All | 05-03-2020 |
| Gujarat | Steps Towards Allowing It And Ites Companies Of Gujarat For Functioning In Corona Lockdown From 20/4/2020 Onwards | 20-04-2020 | Government of Gujarat extends the MHA15 order to Gujarat and allows sections of exempted businesses to begin operations from 20 April 2020 IT/ITeS companies may operate with upto 50% strength Provisions of SOP and social distancing norms to be strictly followed No relaxations/exemptions allowed in hotspots | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Himachal Pradesh | Hoarding And Profiteering Prevention Order, 1977 And Commodities Price Marking And Display Order, 1977 Invoked. | 20-04-2020 | The Himachal Pradesh Hoarding and Profiteering Prevention Order, 1977 and Himachal Pradesh Commodities Price Marking and Display Order, 1977 invoked by the Department of Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs, Himachal Pradesh vide notification no. FDS-A(3)7/2016-L dated 20.3.2020. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Chhattisgarh | Labour Department Of Chhattisgarh Govt. Has Published The Standard Operating Procedure For Movement Of Stranded Labour | 20-04-2020 | The Labour Department of Chhattisgarh Government vide letter dated 20th April, 2020 has issued standard operating procedure (SOP) for movement of stranded labour within the state of Chhattisgarh. The keys points in the SOP are: - 1. The migrant labourers currently residing in relief / shelter camps to be registered with the local authority and their skill mapping to be carried out so that they can be provided with work opportunities. 2. Labourers who wish to return to their place of work within the state needs to be screen first and then transported to their workplace. 3. There will not be any movement outside the state. 4. During the bus journey social distancing needs to be ensured. 5. The local authorities needs to provide food and water for the journey. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Puducherry | Enforcement Of Lockdown Measures | 20-04-2020 | The Government of Puducherry has directed the entire relief amount (deposited into the account of beneficiaries) to be fully released to the beneficiaries without any deductions or charges. The Government of Puducherry has further clarified that any deduction or charging from money intended for relief to people would amount to misappropriation and is punishable under Section 53 of the Disaster Management Act, 2005. Entire amount of relief granted to people could not be withdrawn by a section of people from the banks and ATMs and there have been allegations of withholding/ debiting and charging of certain amount of relief money. | Mandatory | Financial and insurance activities | No end date specified |
| Meghalaya | Number Of Pharmacies Will Home Deliver Medicines In East Khasi Hills And Ri Bhoi District In Meghalaya | 20-04-2020 | Given the prevailing Covid 19 pandemic and the lockdown measures, the Office of the Chief Secretary, Government of Meghalaya has issued a notice detailing a list of Pharmacies in East Khasi Hills and Ri Bhoi District in Meghalaya that will home deliver medicines in these districts. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Fssai Requests State To Issue Movement Pass To The Fssai Recognised Private Food Laboratories. | 20-04-2020 | The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has by a letter dated 20th April, has requested the Chief Secretaries of States to instruct local administration to issue necessary movement pass to the staffs of the FSSAI recognised private food laboratories. The list of such FSSAI recognised private food laboratories is annexed to the letter. | Mandatory | Food Business | No end date specified |
| Central | The Competition Commission Of India Has Listed Out The Measures Taken In View Of The Pandemic | 20-04-2020 | The Competition Commission of India has listed out the measures taken by the CCI on view of the Pandemic. This is continuation to the March 23, March 30 and April 13 notice. 1. Information with respect to provisions of Section 3 and Section 4 of the competition Act, 2002 may be filled electronically. 2. Combination notices may be filled electronically. 3. The fee for the abovementioned filing can be paid by electronic clearance services. 4. Parties to combination may avail pre-filing consultation (PFC) through video conference. 5. The commission would endeavour to process the new and pending cases subject to the availability of necessary information and material. 6. For all the matters listed up for hearing up to May 03, 2020, fresh dates will be notified 7. For all other compliances due up to May 03, 2020 in respect of pending cases (Sections 3 and 4 ) fresh dates will also be notified. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Maharashtra | Office Of District Collector & District Magistrate Thane Declares Containment Zones In 6 Municipal Corporations, 2 Municipal Councils, 2 Nagar Panchayat And For Rural Area Of Thane District | 19-04-2020 | The District Collector & District Magistrate of Thane through a notification dated 19th April, 2020 has declared a total of 6 Municipal Corporations, 2 Municipal Councils, 2 Nagar Panchayat and for rural area of Thane District as containment zones to prevent the further spread of COVID-19. These zones include: 1. Thane Municipal Corporation - Total area. 2. New Mumbai Municipal Corporation - Total area. 3. Mira Bhaindar Municipal Corporation - Total area. 4. Kalyan-Dombivli Municipal Corporate - Total area. 5. Ulhasnagar Municipal Corporate - Total area. 6.Bhivandi-Nizampur City Municipal Corporation - Total area. 7. Ambarnath Municipal Council - Total area. 8. Kulgaon-Badlapur Municipal Council - Total area. 9. Shahapur Nagar Panchayat - Total area. 10. Murbaad Nagar Panchayat - - Total area. 11. Thane District (Rural) - Total area. In above Containment Zones the relaxations announced by the state government on 17th April, 2020 would not be applicable. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | E-Commerce Companies And Vehicles Used By Them Will Not Be Permitted To Operate/Ply During The Lockdown Till 3Rd May, 2020 | 19-04-2020 | The Home Secretary, in a recent order, excluded sub-clause (v) of clause 14 of the consolidated revised guidelines issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs, thereby, withdrawing permission to allow E-commerce companies and their vehicles to operate/ply during the lockdown till 3rd May, 2020. | Mandatory | E-commerce companies | 03-05-2020 |
| Karnataka | Karnataka Extends The Mha Guidelines Dated 14Th April 2020 Till Midnight Of 21St April 2020 | 19-04-2020 | The Government of Karnataka in an order dated 19th April, 2020 has stated that the activities which are allowed from 20th April 2020 as per the MHA Guidelines dated 14th April 2020, will be allowed in the state of Karnataka after the midnight of 21st April 2020. To prevent the spread of COVID-19 virus the state government has extended the lockdown (with no business activity) for one additional day i.e. 21st April 2020. | Mandatory | All | 21-04-2020 |
| Central | Mha Amends Nationwide Lockdown Guidelines To Prohibit The Supply Of Non-Essential Goods By E-Commerce Companies | 19-04-2020 | The Ministry of Home Affairs has amended the earlier Nationwide Lockdown Order (Order) to exclude Clause 14 (v) from the Order and prohibited the supply of non-essential goods by E-Commerce companies during the continuation of lockdown till 3rd May 2020. | Mandatory | E-commerce companies | 03-05-2020 |
| Odisha | Govt Of Odisha Provides Clarification On Online Delivery Of Essential Services And Goods | 19-04-2020 | The Department of Revenue and Disaster Management, Govt of Odisha vide order dated 19th April 2020 clarified that E-commerce/Online platform will be allowed to home deliver only essential services and goods | Mandatory | E-commerce companies | 03-05-2020 |
| Puducherry | Exemption Guidelines To Certain Industries From 20.04.2020 As Per Mha15 Guidelines | 19-04-2020 | Select permitted activities allowed with effect from 20th April, 2020 : i. These limited exemptions will be operationalized only on strict compliance to the existing guidelines. The respective Managements shall ensure that all preparatory arrangements with regard to the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for social distancing in offices, workplaces, factories and establishments, as also other sectoral requirements are in place. ii. The consolidated revised guidelines incorporating these select permitted activities are as below. 2. Industries/ Industrial Establishments (both Government and private), as listed below, will be allowed to operate: i. Industries operating in rural areas, i.e., outside the limits of municipal corporations and municipalities. ii. Manufacturing and other industrial establishments with access control in Special Economic Zones (SEZs) and Export Oriented Units (EoUs), industrial estates, and industrial townships. These establishments shall make arrangements for stay of workers within their premises as far as possible and/ or adjacent buildings and for implementation of the Standard operating protocol (SOP) as referred to in para 20 (i) below. The transportation of workers to work place shall be arranged by the employers in dedicated transport by ensuring social distancing. Manufacturing units of essential goods, including drugs, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, their raw material and intermediates. iv. Food processing industries in rural areas, i.e., outside the limits of municipal corporations and municipalities. v. Production units, which require continuous process, and their supply chain. vi. Manufacturing of IT hardware. vii. Coal production, mines and mineral production, their transportation, supply of explosives and activities incidental to mining operations. viii. Manufacturing units of packaging material. ix. Jute industries with staggered shifts and social distancing. x. Oil and gas exploration/ refinery. xi. Brick kilns in rural areas i.e., outside the limits of municipal corporations and municipalities. Whereas all industrial and commercial establishments, work places, offices etc. shall put in place arrangements for implementation of SOP as in Annexure I before starting their functioning. These will come into force with effect from 20th April, 2020. Movement, loading/ unloading of goods/ cargo (inter and intra State) is allowed, as under: i. All goods traffic will be allowed to ply. ii. Operations of Seaports and Inland Container Depots (ICDs) for cargo transport, including authorized custom clearing and forwarding agents. iii. Operations of Land Ports for cross land border transportation of essential goods, including petroleum products and LPG,food products, medical supplies. iv. Movement of all trucks and other goods/ carrier vehicles with two drivers and one helper subject to the driver carrying a valid driving license; an empty truck/ vehicle will be allowed to ply after the delivery of goods, or for pick up of goods. All industrial and commercial activities other than those specifically permitted above are prohibited till 03/05/2020. Operation of guidelines in Hotspots and containment zones i. In the containment zones, the activities allowed under these guidelines will not be permitted. ii. Also workers from such areas shall not been allowed to work in industrial establishments. iii. As Puducherry is interspaced between the red zones identified by the MOH&FW, GOI, there should not be any movement of man power across the UT borders. The application so submitted will be scrutinized by officials of Directorate of Industries & Commerce and the Labour Department for compliance of the MHA guidelines at the Permission Cell at % the District Magistrate for approval. 8. The applications, thereafter, will be processed by the Office of the District Magistrate and necessary permission will be issued. 9. No Industry shall operate without prior approval of the District Administration. 10.Any industry, who have obtained permission earlier from the District Magistrate prior to the date of this order, shall also submit their plan of safety mechanism to the Permission Cell, % the District Magistrate in compliance with the MHA guidelines. 11.Any person violating these lockdown measures will be liable to be proceeded against as per the provisions of Section 51 to 60 of the Disaster Management Act, 2005, besides legal action under Sec. 188 of the IPC, and other legal provisions as applicable. | Mandatory | All | 03-05-2020 |
| Kerala | Kerala Pollution Control Board Adopts Central Guidelines On Handling And Disposal Of Waste Generated From The Treatment Of Covid-19 Patients | 19-04-2020 | The Kerala Pollution Control Board (KPCB) vide publishing in their website has adopted the Guidelines on Handling, Treatment and Disposal of Waste generated during treatment/diagnosis/Quarantine of COVID-19 patients (Revision 2) as issued by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). | Mandatory | Hospitals, Quarantine Centres/Camps, Clinical Laboratories, Home Quarantine | No end date specified |
| Central | Cci Advisory To Business In Time Of Covid-19 | 19-04-2020 | a) To cope with significant changes in supply and demand patterns arising out of this extraordinary situation, businesses may need to coordinate certain activities b) Section 3(3) of the Act presumes certain concerted actions between competitors to cause an appreciable adverse effect on competition. c) These provisions will inform the decisions of the Commission. However, only such conduct of businesses which is necessary and proportionate to address concerns arising from COVID-19 will be considered. d) Businesses are, however, cautioned not to take advantage of COVID-19 to contravene any of the provisions of the Act | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Sikkim | Govt Of Sikkim Issues Order Dated 19Th April 2020 To Continue The Second Phase Of The Pan India Lockdown Till 3Rd May 2020 | 19-04-2020 | The Govt of Sikkim issued a order dated 19th April 2020 clarifying activities allowed and not allowed in the State of Sikkim during the second phase of lockdown till 3rd May 2020. The order is issued under Section 144 of the Cr.P.C and will be effective from the 20th April and remain in force till 3rd May or till further order Key Points: 1. All shops, hotels, restaurants, establishment, private hospitals, workshops and godowns will remain close till 3rd of May 2020 or till further order except: a. health services including hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, pharmacies, dispensaries, medical laboratories etc. and consequent transportation b. Manufacturing units of drugs, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, medical oxygens etc c. banks, ATMs and insurance companies d. Agricultural and related activities e. fisheries related activities 2. The following activities will continue to remain prohibited/closed till 3rd May 2020 or till further notice: a. Public transport b. inter state and inter district of all individuals except for medical reasons or for activities permitted under the present order, c. public places like cinema halls, malls, etc. d. religious places e. Educational 3. The order mentions provisions for issuance of E-passes for the purposes of inter and intra state movement of vehicles for all purposes including carriage of essential commodities and medical emergencies. The passes will be issued by Additional District Magistrate or Sub Divisional Magistrate on application being made through - covid19sikkim.org. For emergency purposes, the passes will be made available vide WhatsApp | Mandatory | All | 03-05-2020 |
| Rajasthan | Addendum To Implementation Of Lock Down Order Of Even Number Dated 15-04-2020 | 19-04-2020 | The Government of Rajasthan has amended the list of Permitted Activities under Part C of the lockdown Order: a. Home Delivery / Courier Services; b. Requirement of pass; c. Additions made to Commercial and Other Establishments to include NBFCs, HFCs and NBFC-MFIs d. Construction sites; e. Agriculture, Horticulture and allied activities; d. Excluded the permission for vehicles used by e-commerce operators; | Mandatory | All | 03-05-2020 |
| Central | Central Pollution Control Board Issues Guidelines Dated 19Th April 2020 For Handling, Treatment And Disposal Of Waste Generated During Treatment/Diagnosis/ Quarantine Of Covid-19 Patients | 19-04-2020 | Central Pollution Control Board issues guidelines dated 19th April 2020 for handling, treatment and disposal of waste generated during treatment/diagnosis/ quarantine of COVID-19 Patients. The guidelines lay down process for handling, treatment and disposal of waste generated in: a. COVID-19 Isolation wards b. Sample Collection Centres and Laboratories for COVID-19 suspected patients c. Quarantine Camps/Homes or Home-Care facilities The guidelines also provides for: a. reporting requirement for opening or operation of COVID-19 sample collection centres and laboratories to concerned SPCB; b. duties of Common Biomedical Waste Treatment Facility | Mandatory | Healthcare [COVID-19 Isolation wards, Sample Collection Centres and Laboratories for COVID-19, Common Biomedical Waste Treatment Facility ] | No end date specified |
| Central | Sops For Movement Of Stranded Migrant Labourers, Within States/Uts Where They Are Currently Located, In Wake Of Covid-19 Epidemic | 19-04-2020 | In continuation of Ministry of Home Affairs' earlier Orders dated 29th March, 2020, 15th April, 2020 and 16th April 2020, a Standard Operating Protocol (SOP), for movement of stranded labour within the State/UTs has been issued to Ministries/Departments of Government of India, State/Union Territory Governments and State/ Union Territory Authorities, with the directions for its strict implementation. In order to facilitate their movement within the State/UT, the following guidelines may be followed: The migrant labourers currently residing in relief/ shelter camps in States/UTs should be registered with the concerned local Authority and their skill mapping be carried out to find out their suitability for various kinds of works. In the event, that a group of migrants wish to return to their places of work, within the State where they are presently located, they would be screened and those who are asymptomatic would be transported to their respective places of work. It may be noted that there shall be no movement of labour outside the State/UT where they are currently located. During the journey by bus, it would be ensured that safe social distancing norms are followed and the buses used for transport are sanitized as per the guidelines of the Health authorities. The National Directives for COVID-19 Management issued under the consolidated revised guidelines dated 15th April 2020 shall be strictly followed. The local authorities shall also provide for food and water etc., for the duration of their journey. | Mandatory | Industries | No end date specified |
| Telangana | Telangana Govt. Extends The Implementation Of The Existing Lockdown Measures Till 7Th May 2020 | 19-04-2020 | The General Administration (COVID) Department, Telangana has through a notification dated 19th April, 2020 extended the implementation of the existing lockdown measures in the State of Telangana (State) till 7th May 2020. The above decision has been taken considering the important role of the existing lockdown measures in curbing the spread of COVID-19 in the State since 22nd March 2020. Ã In areas with incidence of COVID 19 cases, containment zones shall be demarcated by the District Collector / Municipal Commissioner, GHMC. In these containment zones, none of the activities allowed under the guidelines will be permitted except delivery of essential goods / services. There shall be strict perimeter control in the area of the containment zones to ensure that there is no unchecked inward / outward movement of population except for maintaining essential services (including medical emergencies). Ã The E-Commerce companies and app based / online platforms shall not deliver cooked food for the duration of the lockdown. | Mandatory | All | 07-05-2020 |
| Meghalaya | Dm, East Khasi Hills District, Meghalaya Imposes Curfew Order Effective From 6 A.M. On 20.04.2020 Till 6 A.M. On 26.04.2020 | 19-04-2020 | The Office of the District Magistrate, East Khasi Hills District, Government of Meghalaya, through an Order dated 19th April, 2020, has imposed a Curfew in Shillong Agglomeration and adjoining areas from 6 a.m. of 20th April, 2020, up to 6 a.m. on 26th April, 2020. The Curfew is imposed on the following areas: 1) The whole of Municipal Area; 2) The whole of Cantonment Area, 3) All areas under Mawlai Block including census towns; 4) All areas under Mawpat Block including census towns; 5) Areas under Mylliem Block from Umshyrpi Bridge up to 7th Mile, Upper Shillong; and 6) Madanrting, Mawblei, Laitkor, Nongkseh, Umlyngka, Lawsohtun, Mawdiangdiang, Diengiong, Siejiong. The curfew will not apply to certain bodies/activities, including: 1) Medical Teams on duty; 2) Wholesale and Retail Pharmacies; 3) MoECL and Power Grid; 4) Postal Service, Telecom, Communications and IT Services; 5) Press, Print and Electronic Media; 6) Banks, ATMs and Treasuries; 7) Essential Services including Health Services, home delivery of LPG cylinders, home delivery of essential / household items, online food delivery, online services delivery, courier services; and 8) Movement of vehicles carrying essential commodities, security forces, medical equipment and goods vehicles. However, drivers and attendants of the vehicles will be subjected to medical screening as per protocols laid down. It has been instructed that these above mentioned services / activities which have been exempted, must comply with all protocols and procedures including social distancing, disinfection and other advisories. Curfew passes can be obtained via online application through www.eastkhasihills.gov.in | Mandatory | All | 26-04-2020 |
| Delhi | Status Quo' To Be Maintained With Respect To Strict Implementation Of Consolidated Guidelines Without Any Relaxation In Nct Delhi | 19-04-2020 | Directions issues to all departments of Government of NCT Delhi to maintain "status quo" with respect to strict implementation of consolidated guidelines enclosed in order dated 15.04.2020 without any relaxation for additional activities till another comprehensive assessment on 27.4.2020 or further order, whichever is earlier. | Mandatory | All | 27-04-2020 |
| Sikkim | South Sikkim Updates Complete Safety Restrictions Along With Restrictions On Inter And Intra State Movement; And Quarantine Instructions | 19-04-2020 | South Sikkim updates: a. Complete Safety Restrictions laying down details of activities which will continue to remain closed and ones which will be exempted. b. Guidelines on Inter and Intra State Movement covering humans and vehicles. c. Guidelines for Quarantine of foreign returnees and other specified persons. | Mandatory | All | 03-05-2020 |
| Goa | Vehicles Used By E-Commerce Operators Will Be Allowed To Ply With Necessary Permissions In Goa | 19-04-2020 | Vehicles Used By E-commerce Operators will be allowed to ply with necessary permissions in Goa | Mandatory | E-Commerce | No end date has been prescribed |
| Haryana | Implementation Of Consolidated Revised Guidelines. | 19-04-2020 | Clarification provided by the Industries and Commerce Department of Haryana on approval of passes to resume operations. Workers allowed in the in-situ labour in construction activities / other activities shall not be accounted for in the permission limits; Passes already issued for essential services to be valid during the extended lockdown period. | Mandatory | All | 03-05-2020 |
| Sikkim | Govt Of Sikkim Issues 'Complete Safety Restrictions' In North Sikkim | 19-04-2020 | Complete safety restrictions imposed in North Sikkim till 3rd May, 2020 or till further order. Guidelines relating to prohibition of opening of shops and offices, restriction of movement and various exemptions have been specified in the order. | Mandatory | All | 03-05-2020 |
| Chandigarh | Screening Of Residents Of Chandigarh Or Other Persons Who May Be Travelling From Other States To Chandigarh | 19-04-2020 | Bonafide residents of Chandigarh or persons travelling from other States to Chandigarh shall be screened and: i. If they are found to be asymptomatic, they will be placed in home quarantine or Govt. facilities for 14 days along with persons staying in the house where such a person is to be quarantined ii. If found symptomatic, tests will be conducted in Government facilities and the health department's protocol for management of such persons will be followed. The above-mentioned will not apply to neighbouring States residents who are coming for Govt. Duty / Essential services in UT Chandigarh. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Maharashtra | Maharashtra Government Releases Addendum To Its Revised Guidelines Dated 17Th April, 2020, Exempts Print Media From Its Purview With Certain Restrictions | 18-04-2020 | The Government of Maharashtra has a in notification dated 18th April, 2020 released an addendum to the revised guidelines of 17th April. The addendum makes the following changes to the revised guidelines: 1) Print media is exempted from the lockdown from 20th April, 2020. However, considering the spread of COVID-19, door to door delivery of newspapers and magazines are prohibited. 2) Commissioners of all departmental Commissionerates and Directors of Directorates can attend office with 10% of their staff. | Mandatory | All, Print Media | 03-05-2020 |
| Kerala | Industries Department Issues Standard Operating Procedures To Be Followed By All Industrial Units In Kerala While Resuming Operations From 20Th April, 2020 | 18-04-2020 | The Industries Department of Kerala issued Standard Operating Procedures/ Conditions to be followed by all industry units resuming operations on 20th April, 2020. Violation of the below mentioned conditions would lead to cancellation of the exemptions provided under the MHA order and functioning of the unit. i. Disinfection of the premises with permitted disinfectants ii. Provision of transportation facility for all workers. Vehicles to ply at 30-40% capacity iii. Disinfection of vehicles and machinery iv. Single point of entry and exit for all workers and thermal scanning v. Strict observation of social distancing norms vi. Workers to wear face masks and gloves vii. Frequent washing of hands viii.Mandatory insurance for all workers ix. One hour staggered lunch breaks x. Seating of workers 6 feet from each other and no large gatherings or meetings xi. Not more than 2 to 4 persons to travel in hoists and lifts xii. Ban on gutka, tobacco and prohibition on spitting xiii. Total ban on non essential visitors xiv. Identification of hospitals and clinics nearby authorised to treat COVID 19 patients xv. Recording of functioning of the unit through CCTV or video camera | Mandatory | Manufacturing industries | 03-05-2020 |
| Lakshadweep | Lakshadweep Administration, Govt Of India Adopts Lockdown Extension Order Issued By Mha | 18-04-2020 | The Lakshadweep Administration, Govt of India vide order dated 15th April 2020 adopted the MHA Order of 15th April 2020 extending the lockdown in UT of Lakshadweep instructing the Incident Commanders to enforce the lockdown without diluting the MHA Order. The order further states additional activities will be allowed only from 20th April 2020 for which separate guidelines will be issued. On 18th April, Lakshadweep Administration, Govt of India stated that additional activities will be permitted in phased manner after making all arrangements for strict implementation of the revised guidelines as issued by MHA. Permitted activities - 1. Industries/Industrial Establishment a. Industries operating from rural areas b. Manufacturing units of essential goods c. Food processing industries in rural areas 2. Healthcare a. Hospitals, nursing homes, clinics telemedicine facilities b. Medical laboratories and collection centres c. Manufacturing units of drugs, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, their raw materials, and intermediaries d. Pharma and medical research labs, institutions carrying on COVID-19 related research e. Dispensary, chemists, pharmacies, including medical equipment shops 3. Financial Sector a. RBI regulated financial markets, payment system operators, standalone primary dealers b. Bank branches, ATM, IT vendors for banking operations, banking correspondents, ATM operations and cash management agencies, c. Insurance companies d. SEBI notified capital and debt market services e. NBFCs, HFCs, NBFC MFIs (with bare minimum employees) f. Co-operative Credit Societies 4. Print and electronic media including broadcasting, DTH, cable services and internet services 5. Construction activities a. Construction of roads, irrigation projects, buildings, and all kinds of industrial projects, including MSMEs, in rural areas, b. Construction of renewable energy projects c. Continuation of work in construction projects where workers are available on site and no workers are required to be brought from the mainland d. Construction work relating to NIOT/harbour/jetty/port/rain harvesting structure in different island/water supply and sanitation/lying and erection of power supply transmission lines and lying of telecom optical fibre cables along with related activities 6. IT/ITES a. IT and IT enabled Services (with 50% strength) b. Data and call centres for government activities 7. Logistics a. Courier services b. Cold storage and warehousing services in logistic chain c. Operations of Airports and related facilities for air transport for cargo movement, relief and evacuation. d. Movement of all trucks and other goods/ carrier vehicles with two drivers and one helper. The driver must carry a valid driving license. An empty truck/ vehicle will be allowed to ply after the delivery of goods, or for pick-up of goods e. Movement of staff and contractual labour for operations of railways, airports/ air carriers, seaports/ ships/ vessels, land ports and ICDs is allowed on passes being issued by the local authority f. All goods traffic 8. Supply of essential goods a. All facilities in supply chain of essential goods whether involving manufacturing/retail/wholesale of such goods between 9 am to 6 pm. b. Shops (including Kirana and single shops selling essential goods) and carts, including ration shops (under PDS), dealing with food and groceries, hygiene items, fruits and vegetables, dairy and milk booths, poultry, meat and fish, animal feed and fodder etc., should be allowed to operate between 9 am to 6 pm 9. All agricultural and Horticultural activities 10. Public Utilities a. Operation of Oil and Gas Sector including refining, transportation, distribution, storage and retail of products such as petrol, diesel, kerosene, CNG, LPG, PNG etc b. Generation, transmission and distribution of power c. Postal services and Post offices d. Operation of utilities in water, sanitation and waste management sectors 11. MNREGA 12. Hotel, homestays, lodges and motels which are accommodating persons stranded due to lockdown, medical and emergency staff, air and sea crew 13. Private vehicles for emergency services including medical and veterinary care and for procuring essential commodities 14. Inter-island movement of specified passenger ships and high-speed crafts 15. Establishment earmarked for quarantine facilities 16. Services provided by self employed persons such as electricians, IT repairs, plumbers, motor mechanics, carpenters, AC repairs, laundry services and automobile workshops 17. Barber shops between 9 am to 6 pm | Mandatory | All | 03-05-2020 |
| Himachal Pradesh | The Revenue Department, Disaster Management Cell, Govt Of Himachal Pradesh Adopts Lockdown Extension Order Issued By Mha | 18-04-2020 | The Revenue Department, Disaster Management Cell, Govt of Himachal Pradesh vide order dated 18th April 2020 adopted the MHA Order of 15th April 2020 extending the lockdown in State of Himachal Pradesh | Mandatory | All | 03-05-2020 |
| Puducherry | Extension Of Lockdown In Puducherry Till 3.5.2020. | 18-04-2020 | Lockdown order along with additional guidelines extended till 3rd May, 2020 in all parts of the Karaikal. | Mandatory | All | 03-05-2020 |
| Jammu And Kashmir | J&K Sop For Issuance Of Pass | 18-04-2020 | This order lays down instructions Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for standardizing the process of issuance of movement passes, primarily to facilitate the operation of permitted activities in the state. | Mandatory | ALL | No end date specified |
| Chandigarh | Chandigarh Declared As Containment Zone | 18-04-2020 | The State Executive Committee of the State Disaster Management Authority, UT, Chandigarh issued a notification dated 18th April 2020 declaring UT of Chandigarh as containment zone | Mandatory | All | 03-05-2020 |
| Himachal Pradesh | Hp Opening Up Some More Activities Post 20 April | 18-04-2020 | Further to MHA15, Government of Himachal Pradesh will permit operation of certain activities subject to their compliance with provisions of MHA15 guidelines | Mandatory | ALL | No end date specified |
| Mizoram | Govt Of Mizoram Adopts Lockdown Extension Order Issued By Mha | 18-04-2020 | The Directorate of Information and Public Relations, Govt of Mizoram in its website under the press release section issued an order adopting the MHA Order of 15th April 2020 extending the lockdown in State of Mizoram. 1. Allowed activities a. Banks, Insurance services, ATMs, postal services, blood donation camps/services b. Operation of utilities providing telecommunications, internet services, broadcasting and cable service. c. Hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, medical laboratories, vaccinations, OST centres, ART centres, ambulance services, blood banks, dispensaries, chemists, pharmacies and other medical equipment shops d. Agriculture, horticulture, sericulture, animal husbandry and fisheries and supporting related services such as seed shops, fertiliser and pesticide shops, animal feed shops and agricultural implements and machineries shops e. Agricultural and horticulture activities, animal husbandry, fisheries and workers in these areas are allowed to function/work without permission. Assembly of more than 5 people are not allowed. f. Loading and unloading of goods/cargo g. Movement of vehicles carrying essential commodities and other items, entering inter-state exits at Vairengte and Bairabi h. All goods traffic (essential goods) from outside Mizoram i. Operation of utilities in power & electricity, water(including private water tankers), sanitation & solid waste management (including sweepers and waste collectors), j. Petrol/Diesel filling stations, LPG. k. Ration shops under PDS l. Collection and distribution of milk and milk products m. Distribution of food items and nutrition to pregnant women, lactating mothers and children n. Veterinary hospitals, dispensaries, clinics, zoo keeping services, hatcheries and vaccination services o. Works under MGNREGS, MPLAD and MLALAD p. Important employees of Church offices who have been permitted to attend their offices, provided such a letter is issued by the Head of the Church Office concerned. q. Movement for the operations of the above [Note 1. For above activities, the concerned Local Level Task Force (LLTF) or the Village Level Task Force (VLTF) is required to be intimated to operate during the lockdown 2. Shops permitted to open till 5 pm] 2. Activities allowed subject to permission from Deputy Commissioner a. E-commerce Courier services, and home deliveries for essentials items such as food items, groceries, medicines and other daily need. To ensure strict social distancing and to avoid any crowd, selling of vegetables in markets will b. Transportation of all goods manufactured, produced or processed within Mizoram within Mizoram. Permission should be taken from the Deputy Commissioner of the District from where such goods originates. c. Developmental works such as construction of retaining walls/drains/repair of roads/buildings/ bridges/earth cutting for roads and other related. Workers must be available on site and no workers must be brought in from outside. d. Quarrying of stone, block/brick making units, stone crushing units, saw mills. 3. Activities allowed subject to permission from the Local Level Task Force (LLTF) or the Village Level Task Force (VLTF) a. Shops selling essential commodities and groceries, fruits and vegetables, flower shops, poultry, meat and fish shops. b. Shops for spare parts and oil products of vehicles carrying essential goods. Shops already granted permission to open by DC and such other additional necessary shops such as workshops/puncture works. c. Cold storage and warehousing services. d. Private security services in addition to permission already granted by DCs e. Data and call centres. f. Shops/establishments which stock non-essential goods that aid and augment developmental and infrastructural processes and provide livelihoods such as steel, cement, sand, bricks and other construction related items. g. Carpentry workshops, steel fabrication workshops, bakeries, tailoring, weaving and related activities where not more than 5 persons are employed. h. Self-employed persons like plumbers, electricians, mechanics and skilled and semi-skilled workers in carpentry and constructions [Note Shops permitted to open till 5 pm] 4. Government Offices/Employees a. Health services, Police, home guards, civil defence, fire & emergency services, disaster management, civil aviation, prisons, excise & narcotics, municipal services, forest field works, PHE, P&E without any restrictions and with full strength. b. Secretariat, directorates, district administrations and field offices. c. Group 'A' and B' officers. d. Group C & D staff with up to 33 percent strength via rostering | Mandatory | All | 03-05-2020 |
| Central | Norms On Settlement Of Health Insurance Claims | 18-04-2020 | insurers have been directed to comply with the following timelines: a. Decision on authorization for cashless treatment shall be communicated to the network provider (hospital) within two hours from the time of receipt of authorization request and last necessary requirement from the hospital either to the insurer or to the TPA whichever is earlier. b. Decision on final discharge shall be communicated to the network provider within two hours from the time of receipt of final bill and last necessary requirement from the hospital either to the insurer or to the TPA whichever is earlier. Insurers have also been advised to issue appropriate guidelines to their respective Third Party Administrators. | Mandatory | Insurance (Life Insurance, Health Insurance, Insurance Intermediaries) | No end date specified |
| Odisha | The Housing And Urban Development, Government Of Odisha Has Issued A Standard Operating Procedure (Sop) For Executing Projects Under Wage Employment Initiative. | 18-04-2020 | The Housing and Urban Development, Government of Odisha has issued a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for executing projects under wage employment initiative. The initiative attempts to achieve convergence of a number of critical areas of urban development i.e. wage employment to the workers from the unorganised sector affected by the pandemic, empowerment of SHGs, marginalised women, protection of environment, creation of community assets etc. The SOP is issued to help the officers and other stakeholders understand the procedure and processes involved in implementing the initiative effectively. | Mandatory | None | No end date specified |
| Bihar | The Bihar State Pollution Control Board Has Adopted The Central Guidelines On Handling And Disposal Of Waste Generated While Treating Covid-19 Patients | 18-04-2020 | The Bihar State Pollution Control Board has adopted the Central Pollution Control Board's guidelines on handling and disposal of waste generated while treating COVID-19 patients. The guidelines lay down process for handling, treatment and disposal of waste generated in: a. COVID-19 Isolation wards b. Sample Collection Centres and Laboratories for COVID-19 suspected patients c. Quarantine Camps/Homes or Home-Care facilities The guidelines also provides for: a. reporting requirement for opening or operation of COVID-19 sample collection centres and laboratories to concerned SPCB; b. duties of Common Biomedical Waste Treatment Facility | Mandatory | Hospitals, Clinics, Diagnostics centres, Quarantine facilities, isolation wards | No end date specified |
| Maharashtra | Maharashtra Government Issues Revised Guidelines Dated 17Th April, 2020 In Line With The Guidelines Released By The Ministry Of Home Affairs On 15Th April | 17-04-2020 | The Government of Maharashtra has through a notification dated 17th April, 2020 released the revised lockdown guidelines which is in-line with the current Ministry of Home Affairs guidelines dated 15th April, 2020. The Maharashtra revised guidelines seeks to supress the original guidelines dated March 25, 2020 and addendum dated April 15, 2020. The guidelines also detail out the different activities permitted post April 20, 2020 in the state. For a detailed of the guidelines, please see the associated document. | Mandatory | All | 03-05-2020 |
| Gujarat | Exemption From Various Provisions Relating To Weekly/Daily Hours, Intervals For Rest Etc. For Adult Workers In Factories | 17-04-2020 | The Labour and Employment Department of the Government of Gujarat has in a notification dated 17th April, 2020 notified certain exemptions in relation to the working works, intervals of rest etc. for adult workers in factories between 20th April, 2020 till July 19, 2020 subject to certain conditions. The conditions include: 1) No adult worker shall be allowed or required to work in a factory for more than twelve hours in any day and Seventy Two hours in any week. 2) The Periods of work of adult workers in a factory each day shall be so fixed that no period shall exceed six hours and that no worker shall work for more than six hours before he has hand an interval of rest for at least half an hour. 3) No Female workers shall be allowed or required to work in a factory between 7pm to 6am. 4) Wages shall be in proportion of the existing wages. (e.g. If wages for eight hours are 80 rupees, then proportionate wages for twelve hours will be 120 Rupees). | Mandatory | Factory Owners/Operators | 19-07-2020 |
| Kerala | Government Of Kerala Issues Revised Guidelines On Measures For Containment Of Covid-19; Classifies Districts Into Red, Orange A, Orange B And Green Categories For Staggered Exit From Lockdown | 17-04-2020 | Pursuant to the Nationwide Lockdown Order, the Kerala Government (Government) has issued an Order comprising revised Guidelines on measures for containment of COVID-19 in Kerala. The Government has classified (basis number of cases and disease threat) the districts as follows: i. Red - Kasargod, Kannur, Kozhikode and Malappuram - Complete lockdown will continue till the 3rd of May, 2020; ii. Orange A - Pathanamthitta, Ernakulam and Kollam - Lockdown to continue till 24th April (partial relaxation thereafter); iii. Orange B - Alappuzha, Trivandrum, Palakkad, Wayanad and Thrissur - Lockdown to continue till 20th April (partial relaxation thereafter); iv. Green - Kottayam and Idukki - Lockdown till 20th April (relaxation thereafter); The Government has listed out the activities which will remain prohibited along with the permitted activities in the above-mentioned districts. Please see the document for further details. | Mandatory | All | 03-05-2020 |
| Odisha | The Department Of Revenue And Disaster Management, Govt Of Odisha Adopts Lockdown Extension Order Issued By Mha | 17-04-2020 | The Department of Revenue and Disaster Management, Govt of Odisha vide order dated 17th April 2020 adopted the MHA Order of 15th April 2020 extending the lockdown in State of Odisha | Mandatory | All | 03-05-2020 |
| Delhi | Extension Of License Period For Sale Of Liquor Under L1/L1F And L2 (Draught Beer) License Up To 30.06.2020 | 17-04-2020 | In accordance with the provisions of Rule 34 of the Delhi Excise Rules, 2010 the Competent Authority has approved the extension of validity of existing L1/L1F and L2 (Draught Beer) licenses for the sale of liquor brands registered. The L1/L1F and L2 (Draught Beer) licensees who are willing to avail of this extension period of three months from 01.04.2020 till 30.06.2020 are required to deposit 3 months fee. | Mandatory | Beverages | 30-06-2020 |
| Andhra Pradesh | Appcb Cfe & Cfo For Manufacturing / Formulation Of Hydroxychloroquine Or Its Intermediates In Bulk / Formulation Activity In The State Of Andhra Pradesh Instructions Issued - Reg | 17-04-2020 | As Government of India lifted ban to export hydroxychloroquine many manufacturing industries came forward to manufacture hydroxychloroquine so the Andhra Pradesh Pollution Control Board expedited the process for issuance of consent/permission to industries. The APPCB deems necessary that all manufacturing activity regarding hydroxychloroquine is considered a priority so the Board has issued some guidelines regarding the same. | Mandatory | Healthcare, Pharmaceutical | 30-09-2020 |
| Central | Covid19 Regulatory Package - Asset Classification And Provisioning | 17-04-2020 | Due to COVID-19 impact on businesses and financial institutions in India, RBI lays out detailed instructions with regard to asset classification under prudential norms on income recognition, asset clarification (IRAC) and provisioning. | Advisory | Finance, NBFC | No end date specified |
| Central | Covid19 Regulatory Package Review Of Resolution Timelines Under The Prudential Framework On Resolution Of Stressed Assets | 17-04-2020 | Detailed instruction relating to extension of resolution timelines under the Prudential Framework on Resolution of Stressed Assets due to COVID-19 pandemic impact on businesses and financial institutions in India. | Advisory | Finance | No end date specified |
| Central | Sebi Issues Additional Relaxations / Clarifications In Relation To Compliance With Certain Provisions Of The Sebi (Listing Obligations And Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 (Lodr) Due To The Covid 19 Pandemic | 17-04-2020 | SEBI vide Circular no SEBI/HO/CFD/CMD1/CIR/P/2020/38 dated March 19, 2020 and SEBI/HO/CFD/CMD1/CIR/P/2020/48 dated March 26, 2020 had provided relaxations from compliance with certain provisions of the LODR and circulars issued. Further on April 17,2020 SEBI vide circular no. SEBI/HO/CFD/CMD1/CIR/P/2020/63 has issued Additional relaxations / clarifications in relation to compliance with certain provisions of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 (LODR) due to the COVID 19 pandemic. The additional relaxations/clarifications are mentioned below: 1. Requirement under Regulation 29 (2) of LODR of prior intimation of 5 days / 2 working days shall be reduced to 2 days, for board meetings held till July 31, 2020. 2. Any delay beyond the stipulated time will not attract penal provisions laid down vide SEBI circular no. SEBI/HO/CFD/CMD/CIR/P/2018/77dated May 3, 2018. This relaxation is for intimations to be made between March 1, 2020 to May 31, 2020. 3. Authentication / certification of any filing / submission made to stock exchanges under LODR may be done using digital signature certifications until June 30, 2020. SEBI, vide circular no. SEBI/HO/CFD/CMD1/CIR/P/2020/48 dated March 26, 2020 had relaxed the requirements relating to publication of advertisements in newspapers as required under Regulation 47 of LODR Regulations till May 15, 2020.A similar requirement that exists in regulation 52(8) and applies to entities which have listed their NCDs and NCRPS as required under Regulation 52(8) of LODR Regulations is also exempt till May 15, 2020 | Mandatory | All | 31-07-2020 |
| Rajasthan | Health And Social Distancing Precautionary Measures For Rajasthan Nhm/Dmhs | 17-04-2020 | > As Covid 19 is declared notified disaster, Rajasthan government introducing new measure > New health measures include personal hygiene, thermal scanners for security staff, maintain distance, providing ID, wearing mask. > New Social distancing measures include not allowing visitors without prior appointment, avoiding non-essential trips, less than 20 people gathering together, all gates to be kept closed, people to use stairs instead of lift. | Mandatory | Government | No end date specified |
| Central | Rbi Governor Issues Statement In Order To Address Liquidity Issues And Problems Faced By Banks/Nbfcs; Reliefs Granted And Steps Taken To Reduce The Problems Faced In The Wake Of Covid-19 | 17-04-2020 | The Governor of Reserve Bank Of India (Governor) has issued a statement dated 17th April, 2020, in order to address liquidity issues and problems faced by banks/NBFCs. Key takeaways: 1) All India financial institutions (AIFIs) such as the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD), the Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) and the National Housing Bank (NHB) will be provided special refinance facilities for a total amount of Rs. 50,000 crores to enable them to meet sectoral credit needs. This will comprise of Rs. 25,000 crores to NABARD for refinancing regional rural banks (RRBs), cooperative banks and MFIs, Rs. 15,000 crore to SIDBI for on-lending/refinancing and Rs. 10,000 crores to NHB for supporting housing finance companies (HFCs). Advances under this facility will be charged at the RBIs policy repo rate at the time of availment. 2) On 27th March, 2020 the RBI had permitted lending institutions (LIs) to grant a moratorium of three months on payment of current dues falling between 1st March, 2020 and 31st May, 2020. t has been decided that in respect of all accounts for which LIs decide to grant moratorium or deferment, and which were standard as on 1st March, 2020, the 90-day NPA norm shall exclude the moratorium period, i.e., there would be an asset classification standstill for all such accounts from 1st March, 2020 to 31st May, 2020. NBFCs, which are required to comply with Indian Accounting Standards (IndAS), may be guided by the guidelines duly approved by their boards and as per advisories of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) in recognition of impairments. Thus, NBFCs will have more flexibility under the prescribed accounting standards to consider such relief to their borrowers. 3) Under RBIs prudential framework of resolution of stressed assets dated 7th June, 2019, in the case of large accounts under default, Scheduled Commercial Banks, AIFIs, NBFC-ND-SIs and NBFC-D are currently required to hold an additional provision of 20 per cent if a resolution plan has not been implemented within 210 days from the date of such default. Recognizing the challenges to resolution of stressed assets in the current volatile environment, it has been decided that the period for resolution plan will be extended by 90 days. 4) It has been decided to conduct targeted long-term repo operations (TLTRO 2.0) for an aggregate amount of INR 50,000 crore, in tranches of appropriate sizes. The funds availed by banks under TLTRO 2.0 are required to be invested in investment grade bonds, commercial paper, and non-convertible debentures of NBFCs, with at least 50 per cent of the total amount availed going to small and mid-sized NBFCs and MFIs. The guidelines which are still awaited will provide further details. 5) In terms of the extant guidelines for banks, the date for commencement for commercial operations, in respect of loans to commercial real estate projects delayed for reasons beyond the control of promoters can be extended by an additional one year, over and above the one-year extension permitted in normal course, without treating the same as restructuring. It has been decided to extend a similar treatment to loans given by NBFCs to commercial real estate. | Mandatory | Banks, NBFCs | No end date specified |
| Central | Fssai Comes Out With A Guidance Note Consisting Certain Guidelines For Employees/Food Handlers Working In Food Establishments To Prevent Spread Of Covid-19 | 17-04-2020 | In the light of the emergency situation owing to COVID-19 pandemic, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India has issued a guidance note which consists of certain guidelines for employees/food handlers working in food establishments to prevent spread of COVID-19. Key Highlights of the Guidance Note: v Responsibility of Food Business Owner /Manager v Personal Hygiene of Food Handlers v Practice Social Distancing v Cleaning and Sanitation v Special Instructions for different Food Sectors v Food Packaging v Guidance for Consumers v Recommended Protocols When Employee/Visitor/Customer tests Positive for COVID-19 | Advisory | Food Business Operators | No end date specified |
| Karnataka | The Government Of Karnataka By Its Circular Revises Definition Of Containment Zone, Cluster And Their Management Sop(17-04-2020) Withdrawing Its Earlier Circular On The Subject | 17-04-2020 | The Government of Karnataka by a Circular titled Definition of Containment Zone, Cluster and their management S.O.P. reg, dated April 17, 2020, informed that its earlier Circular no. HFW 100 ACS 2020 dated 11.04.2020 which is referred is withdrawn since after detailed deliberations and careful consideration, the Government of Karnataka understand that the definitions need modification for easier implementation of various lockdown measures and Covid-19 virus control strategies. The Circular lays down the revised definitions like Containment Zone, area, Buffer Zone, Cluster etc along with the detailed strategies for their management like S.O.Ps to be followed, role of Police and health department, municipal authorities, gram panchayat, essential supplies management, buffer zone management etc. It is addressed to Commissioner, BBMP, All Deputy Commissioners, Commissioner, HFWS, Mission Director, NHM, Director, HFWS and Director, Medical Education. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| West Bengal | It-Ites Companies Allowed To Operate With Upto 25% Of Work Force From 20.4.2020 In West Bengal | 17-04-2020 | IT / ITeS companies have been allowed to commence operations in West Bengal from 20.04.2020, but by restricting workforce to 25% of their regular strength. | Mandatory | IT / ITeS | No end date specified |
| Central | Extension Of Time For Utilizing Pre-Printing Packing Material Stock Upto 30.9.2020 Due To Covid-19 Situation. | 17-04-2020 | Manufacturers and packers to utilize the existing packaging material / wrapper till 30.9.2020 or till such date as the material / wrapper is exhausted, whichever is earlier. While doing so the manufacturers / packers have to declare the correct month and year of manufacture / packing on the pre-packaged commodity by stamping or putting sticker or online printing, as the case may be. Relaxation is allaowed to manufacturers and packers who have to declare the month and year of manufature / packing under Legal Metrology (Packaged Commodities) Rules, 2011. | Mandatory | All | 30-09-2020 |
| Rajasthan | Factories And Boilers Inspection Department, Government Of Rajasthan Issues Guidelines Along With Sops For Social Distancing For All Factories / Establishments | 17-04-2020 | The Factories and Boilers Inspection Department, Government of Rajasthan in an order dated 17th April, 2020 has issued guidelines that have to be followed in all factories / establishments from 20th April, 2020 onwards. With reference to Ministry of Home Affairs order dated 15th April, 2020 that lays down guidelines on allowing activities and easing out restrictions post 20th April, 2020, the Government of Rajasthan has decided that all industrial and commercial activities will be closed except for the following industries / industrial establishments (both Government and Private) 1. Industries working in rural areas i.e., outside the limits of municipal corporation and municipalities. 2. Special Economic Zones (SEZs) and Export Oriented Units (EoUs), industrial areas and establishments with access control in industrial townships. These establishments should arrange the stay of the workers within their premises and proper Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) regarding social distancing must pe practiced. In case the workers stay outside the establishment then the employer must arrange for transport of their employees. 3. Manufacturing units of essential commodities including medicines, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, their raw material and intermediates. 4. Food processing industries in rural areas i.e., outside the areas of municipal corporation and municipalities. 5. Production units which require continuous process. 6. Manufacturing of IT hardware. 7. Work related to coal production, mines and mineral production, their transportation and supply of explosives for mining work. 8. Manufacturing units of packaging. 9. Jute industry with staggered shifts and social distancing. 10. Oil and gas explorations. 11. Brick kilns in rural areas. In addition to this, the above establishments must strictly follow the principle of Social Distancing at all times. Further, the Government has also laid down SOPs for Management as well as for Social Distancing which can be viewed under the Annexures in the attachment given. Please note that the Notification is in Vernacular and we have translated it to the best of our understanding. Once an official translation is available, we will update in case there is a requirement. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Sikkim | Sikkim Notifies Revised Guidelines On Measures To Contain Spread Of Covid - 19 | 17-04-2020 | Sikkim Government notifies revised guidelines on measures to contain spread of Covid - 19 by laying down details of prohibited activities and permitted activities along with restrictions. | Mandatory | All | 03-05-2020 |
| Goa | Travel Pass For It/Ites Companies | 17-04-2020 | In pursuance of the Guidelines issued by Ministry of Home Affairs No. 40-3/2020- DM-1(A) on 15/4/2020 for containment of COVID19 epidemic in the Country and the para 3(b) of the Minutes of the Meeting of the State Executive Committee (SEC) meeting held on 16th April, 2020, Director IT, Government of Goa, have been authorized to issue Travel Passes to the IT and ITeS Companies, who apply for the same. It may be noted that as per the guidelines para 14(ii) upto 50% strength can be allowed to operate. In view of above, all the IT & ITeS Companies in Goa, which require travel passes, are requested to provide necessary Data in the https://forms.gle/BkZvWCKKxqtP3j7Q8. The application would be examined in view of the above guidelines and approved passes would be mailed on the e-mail id of the authorized representative of the company. | Mandatory | IT/ITES | No end date specified |
| Central | Sebi Has Listed Out Relaxation In Timelines For Compliance With Regulatory Requirements By Trading Members / Clearing Members | 16-04-2020 | The Securities and Exchange Board of India has listed out the relaxations in timelines for compliance with regulatory requirements by trading members / clearing members vide Circular no SEBI/HO/MIRSD/DOP/CIR/P/2020/61 dated April 16, 2020 This consolidated list has consolidated the compliances requirements, provided their extended due dates and the circular reference for each of these extensions The new due dates are mentioned below: 1. Client Funding Reporting 31st May 2. Reporting for Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) applications. 31st May 3. Compliance certificate for Margin Trading for CM Segment 30th June 4. Risk based supervision. 30th June 5. Internal Audit Report for half year ending (HYE) with March 31st, 2020 30th June 6. System Audit Report (Algo) 31st July 7. System Audit Report 31st July 8. Net worth certificates in Margin Trading for CM Segment for HYE March 31, 2020 30th June. 9. Net worth certificate for all members for HYE March 2020- 30th June 10. Penalty for non-collection /short collection of upfront margins in cash segment 17th May 11. Maintaining call recordings of orders/instructions received from clients 17th May. | Mandatory | All | 31-07-2020 |
| Central | Fssai Extends The Provisions To Provide Provisional Noc To Other Imported Food Products Till 30-05-2020 | 16-04-2020 | FSSAI vide a notice dated 16th April 2020, issued directions under the Section 16(5) of Food Safety and standards Act, 2006 extending the provisions of Provisional NOC to other imported food products in view of the lockdown due to COVID-19. This is an extension of the earlier direction dated 03.04.2020 which was passed to ensure un-interrupted food supplies and to further facilitate trade during lockdown due to COVID 19, it had been decided that for the consignments of Imported crude oils (edible grade) and Food grains, the importer shall declare and submit the undertaking/declaration in the form specified to concerned Authorised officers and authorised officers would inspect visually on the same day and issue Provisional NOC without waiting for analysis report from the laboratories. These directions will be now valid till 30.05.2020 | Mandatory | FBOs, Food Business | 30-05-2020 |
| Central | Ministry Of Civil Aviation Announces Refund Of Air Fare During Lockdown Period For Both Domestic And International Flights | 16-04-2020 | The Ministry of Civil Aviation in its notification dated 16th April, 2020 has stated that any passenger who had booked a ticket during the first lockdown and the money was received by the Airline during the first lockdown for travel during either the first or second lockdown can seek a refund of the booking amount from the Airline without levy of any cancellation charge. The airline has to refund to the passenger within three weeks from the date of such request or cancellation by the passenger. | Mandatory | Airlines | No end date specified |
| Central | Mha Expands List Of Exempted Businesses From Revised Guidelines; Newly Exempted Businesses Include Collection, Harvesting And Processing Of Minor/Non-Time Forest Produce, Nbfcs, Cooperative Credit Societies Etc. | 16-04-2020 | The Ministry of Home Affairs in its notification dated 16th April, 2020 has expanded upon the list of businesses/industries allowed to operate from 20th April onwards under the revised guidelines. The newly added industries include: i. Collection, Harvesting and processing of Minor Forest Produce (MFP)/Non Timber Forest Produce (NTFP) by Scheduled Tribes and other Forest dwellers in Forest Areas; ii. Bamboo, Coconut, Arecanut, Cocoa, spices plantation and their harvesting, processing, packaging, sale and marketing; iii. NBFCs, HFCs, NBFC-MFIs with bare minimum staff; iv. Cooperative Credit Societies; v. Water supply and sanitation; laying/erection of power transmission lines and laying of telecom optical fiber and cable along with related activities. | Mandatory | All | 03-05-2020 |
| Central | Ministry Of Chemicals And Fertilizers Takes Measures To Ensure Smooth Fertilizer Supply To Farmers | 16-04-2020 | Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers vide press release dated 16th April 2020 takes measures to ensure smooth fertilizer supply to farmers. The key measures taken are :- 1. Department of Fertilizers (DoF) has Advised all the fertilizer companies to ensure smooth movement of fertilizers from plants and ports and to provide the details of fertilizers rakes which were held up in States/ UTs due to lockdown. 2. The unloading of held up rakes has been done through a concerted effort with Ministry of Railways and respective State Agriculture departments. The intensive monitoring is going on hourly and daily basis. 3. DoF is coordinating with Ministry of Shipping for priority berthing of Fertilizers and also allow unloading and movement of fertilizers at ports. 4. Ground level coordination is being ensured by advising all fertiliser companies to establish close coordination with local administration for smooth running of logistic chain and avoid multiple rake despatches for single locations. | Advisory | Chemical and Fertilizer | No end date specified |
| Central | Government Of India Gives 4 Months Rental Waiver To The It Companies Operating From Software Technology Parks Of India (Stpi) Centres | 16-04-2020 | The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) on 16th April 2020 has decided to provide rental waiver to IT companies housed in Software Technology Parks of India (STPI) premises in the country from 01.03.2020 till 30.06.2020 i.e. for 4 months period as of now. This initiative will provide benefit to nearly 200 IT/ ITeS MSMEs, operating from these 60 STPI centres. This effort is also in the larger interest of around 3,000 IT/ ITeS employees who are directly supported by these units. | Advisory | IT / ITES | 30-06-2020 |
| Central | Premium Payment For Renewal Of Motor Third Party Insurance Policies Falling Due During The Lockdown Period (25Th March, 2020 To 3Rd May, 2020) As A Result Of Covid 19 Situation | 16-04-2020 | Further to Circular Ref IRDAI/HLT/CIR/MISC/078/04/2020 dated 02nd April, 2020, the Department of Financial Services, Government of India had issued a notification dated 15th April, 2020 by which it has amended the Order issued vide S.O. 1237 (E) dated 1st April, 2020 and vide this amendment, the IRDAI has vide IRDAI/NL/CIR/MOT/090/04/2020 dated 16th April directed that the policyholders whose health insurance policies fall due for renewal during the period on and from the 25th March 2020 up to the 3rd May 2020 and who are unable to make payment of their renewal premium on time in view of the prevailing situation in the country as a result of Coronavirus disease (COVID 19) are allowed to make such payment for renewal of their policies to their insurers on or before 15th May 2020. | Advisory | Insurance | 03-05-2020 |
| Central | Premium Payment For Renewal Of Health Insurance Policies Falling Due During The Lockdown Period ( 25Th March, 2020 To 3Rd May, 2020) As A Result Of Covid 19 Situation | 16-04-2020 | Further to Circular Ref IRDAI/HLT/CIR/MISC/078/04/2020 dated 02nd April, 2020, the Department of Financial Services, Government of India had issued a notification dated 15th April, 2020 by which it has amended the Order issued vide S.O. 1238 (E) dated 1st April, 2020 and vide this amendment, the IRDAI vide IRDAI/HLT/CIR/MISC/091/04/2020 dated 16th April, 2020 has directed that the policyholders whose health insurance policies fall due for renewal during the period on and from the 25th March 2020 up to the 3rd May 2020 and who are unable to make payment of their renewal premium on time in view of the prevailing situation in the country as a result of Coronavirus disease (COVID 19) are allowed to make such payment for renewal of their policies to their insurers on or before 15th May 2020. | Advisory | Insurance | 03-05-2020 |
| Central | Rbi Reviews The Market Hours | 16-04-2020 | In order to minimise risks arising due to the unprecedented situation created by the COVID-19 outbreak, the trading hours for various RBI regulated markets were amended as 10.00 am to 2.00 pm effective from April 7, 2020 (Tuesday) till the close of business hours on April 17, 2020 (Friday), vide its press release dated April 3, 2020. In view of the Government of Indias order that the lockdown will continue to be in force till May 3, 2020 (Sunday), it has been decided that the amended trading hours for various RBI regulated markets will continue to be effective till the close of business on Thursday April 30, 2020. | Mandatory | All | 30-04-2020 |
| Chhattisgarh | Sealing The Border Area Of Dantewada District For 72 Hours | 16-04-2020 | It is imperative to maintain social distancing measures with a view to tackle/ curb the spread of COVID-19. Therefore, in order to curb the spread of COVID-19, all the borders of Dantewada have been sealed from 16. 04.2020 (2 pm) to 19.04.2020 (2 pm). During this period no one will be allowed to enter or leave the area. | Mandatory | All | 19-04-2020 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Up Lockdown | 16-04-2020 | The Uttar Pradesh Government has issued a list of continuous process industries" which have been allowed to operate during the period of lockdown. The following industries have been exempted from the lockdown: 1. Steel 2. Refineries 3. Cement 4. Chemicals 5. Fertilizers 6. Clothing (except Apparel) 7. Foundries 8. Paper 9. Tires 10. Common Effluent Treatment Plants and 11. Sugar Mill This exemption is only for operation of units and shall not be applicable to the head offices/ administrative offices. Key compliance requirements: The availability of infrared thermometer / thermal scanner will also be ensured for all the workers / personnel coming to the workplace. Masks for all workers, sanitizers, soap and water for hand washing, as well as the concept of social distancing during the production process should be effectively implemented; In case of any virus / personnel showing virus infection symptoms, it must be immediately reported to the District Administration / Health Department; Before starting, minimum 6 and maximum 10 workers / employees should be randomly tested in order to ensure that they are not infected; | Mandatory | Steel, Refineries, Cement, Chemicals, Fertilizers, Clothing (except Apparel),Foundries,Paper,Tires, Common Effluent Treatment Plants and Sugar Mill | 03-05-2020 |
| Central | Sebi Issues Relaxation In Time Period For Certain Activities Carried Out By Depository Participants, Rtas / Issuers, Kras, Stock Brokers | 16-04-2020 | The Securities and Exchange Board of India vide circular no. SEBI/HO/MIRSD/DOP/CIR/P/2020/62 dated April 16, 2020 provided relaxation where in the period beginning from March 23, 2020 till May 17, 2020 shall be excluded for computing the existing timelines specified in Regulation 74 (4) and 74 (5) of SEBI (Depositories & Participants) Regulations, 1996 and SEBI circular no. MIRSD/Cir-26/2011 dated December 23, 2011. Further, a 15-day time period after May 17, 2020 is allowed to the SEBI registered intermediary, to clear the back log. The requirements covered are: 1. Processing of the demat request form by Issuer / RTA 2. Processing of the demat request form by the Participants 3. KYC application form and supporting documents of the clients to be uploaded on system of KRA within 10 working days | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Tamil Nadu | Standard Operating Procedure For Social Distancing At Workplace | 16-04-2020 | The Health and Family welfare department of Tamil Nadu has adopted the Standard Operating Procedure for Social Distancing for Offices, Workplace, Factories and Establishments issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs The following measures shall be implemented by all offices, factories and other establishments: ¢ All areas in the premises including the following shall be disinfected completely using user friendly disinfectant mediums: ¢ Entrance Gate of building, office etc. ¢ Cafeteria and canteens. ¢ Meeting room, Conference halls/ open areas available verandah/ entrance gate of site, bunkers, porta cabins, building etc. ¢ Equipment and lifts. ¢ Washroom, toilet, sink; water points etc. ¢ Walls/ all other surfaces ¢ For workers coming from outside, special transportation facility will be arranged without any dependency on the public transport system. These vehicles should be allowed to work only with 30-40% passenger capacity. ¢ All vehicles and machinery entering the premise should be disinfected by spray mandatorily. ¢ Mandatory thermal scanning of everyone entering and exiting the work place to be done. ¢ Medical insurance for the workers to be made mandatory. ¢ Provision for hand wash & sanitizer preferably with touch free mechanism will be made at all entry and exit points and common areas. ¢ Sufficient quantities of all the items should be available. ¢ Work places shall have a gap of one hour between shifts and will stagger the lunch breaks of staff, to ensure social distancing. ¢ Large gatherings or meetings of 10 or more people to be discouraged. ¢ Seating at least sixty away from others on job sites and in gatherings, meetings and training sessions. ¢ Not more than 2/4 persons (depending on size) will be allowed to travel in lifts or hoists. ¢ Use of staircase for climbing should be encouraged. ¢ There should be strict ban of gutka, tobacco etc. and spitting should be strictly prohibited. ¢ There should be total ban on non-essential visitors at sites. ¢ Hospitals/clinics in the nearby areas, which are authorized to treat COVID-19 patients, should be identified and list should be available at work place all the times. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Kerala | Health And Family Welfare Department Of Kerala Issues Guidelines For Antibody Testing (Igg And Igm) In The Private Sector In Kerala | 16-04-2020 | The Health and Family Welfare Department of Kerala has issued guidelines for Antibody Testing (IgG and IgM) in the private laboratories in Kerala. In the guidelines, criteria for selecting laboratories has been mentioned to include aspects such as accreditation by NABL for basic serology, recognised by ICMR for COVID 19 Antibody Testing, registered with ICMR and Kerala Government on the portals created for COVID 19, online reporting of persons tested to the Department and the signing of a Non Disclosure Agreement. The guidelines also specify the criteria for selection of Antibody Test Kits and Patient Selection for the tests. | Mandatory | Healthcare | No end date specified |
| Odisha | Health And Family Welfare Department, Govt Of Odisha Amends Provisions Odisha Covid19 Regulation 2020 | 16-04-2020 | Health and Family Welfare Department, Govt of Odisha issued notification dated 16th April 2020 amends provisions Odisha Covid19 Regulation 2020. The amendment imposes prohibition on spitting in public place and provides penalty for violating the same. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Kerala | Instructions For Using Genexpert / Truenat-Beta-Cov In The Private Sector In Kerala | 16-04-2020 | An order G.O.(Rt)No. 726 /2020/H&FWD dated 16th April, 2020 by the Health and Family Welfare (F) department, Kerala, he following orders for testing COVID-19 using GeneXpert / Truenat-beta- CoV in the private sector in Kerala has been issued. 1. ICMR recommends the use of US-FDA approved closed real time RT PCR GeneXpert (Xpert-SARS-CoV2-Cartridges) tests as a confirmatory test for COVID-19 . These systems are approved under emergency use. 2. In addition, Truenat-beta-CoV test on True lab workstation validated by ICMR is recommended as a screening (PCR) test. All positives through this platform will need to be reconfirmed by confirmatory assays for SARS-CoV-2. All negatives may not be processed further. | Mandatory | Medical Diagnostics | No end date specified |
| Uttar Pradesh | Uttar Pradesh Government Issues A List Of "Continuous Process Industries" Allowed To Operate During The Lockdown; Exemption Will Be Subject To Conditions | 16-04-2020 | The Uttar Pradesh Government has issued a list of continuous process industries which will be allowed to operate during the extended period of lockdown subject to few conditions: The exempted list of continuous process industries are as follows: 1. Steel; 2. Refineries; 3. Cement; 4. Chemical; 5. Fertilizers; 6. Clothing (except Apparel); 7. Foundries; 8. Paper; 9. Tires; 10. Common Effluent Treatment Plants; and 11. Sugar Mills. Operating Units for the above-mentioned industries have been allowed to transport raw materials and conduct necessary maintenance services. The industries listed out above may operate without a separate permission, subject to the following conditions: 1. During the first phase, all of the industrial units shall be operated by a minimum number of required employees (which should not exceed 50 percent of the total workforce of the unit under any circumstances); 2. This exemption is applicable only for operation of the industrial units. This exemption does not extend to the head offices / administrative offices of the industries mentioned above. 3. There shall be no movement of personnel / vehicles in the COVID-19 hotspot areas of various districts where sanitization / screening is ongoing. 4. Industrial premises / site should be completely sanitized as per the guidelines issued by the State government. 5. Infrared thermometer / thermal scanner should be made available with regard to the number of workers / personnel. 6. Masks, sanitizers, soap and water for hand washing should be made available for all workers. The concept of social distancing is to be put into practice during the production process. 7. The officers of the concerned district administration / medical department must supervise that the advisory issued by the State government is followed. 8. If it is found that the standards and precautions are not being followed by the units, such units will be closed. 9. In case any worker / personnel starts to display symptoms of viral infection, ensure to report such matter immediately to the District Administration / Health Department. 10. Industrial Units to ensure complete compliance with the advisories issued by the Central and the State Government with regard to curbing the spread of the viral infection. 11. Before starting operations in the unit, random RT-PCR tests should be conducted on a minimum number of five (5) or maximum number of ten (10) workers / employees to ensure that the infection is not circulating. 12. The industrial unit must comply with the provisions of the Disaster Management Act 2005. Additionally, compliance with instructions / conditions issued from time to time by the concerned District Magistrate must be ensured by the concerned unit. The procedure of transportation in respect of the owner / employees / workers / labourers of the units will be as follows: 1. No separate pass is required for the owner / employee / worker / labourer of the units if he is within the premises of a work place or factory for the purpose of working alone. For any other purpose, the stay at home during lockdown shall be applicable to the staff or labour colony. 2. The procedure of pass system will continue for other persons engaged in the industrial units and are required to travel from home to work place. 3. As far as possible, appropriate arrangements should be made for the stay of the labourers in the industrial premises along with all arrangements for their eating and daily living. Otherwise, the system of transporting the labourers/ workers in pool vehicles must be arranged while adhering to the standards of social distancing. Please note that the Notification is in Vernacular and we have translated it to the best of our understanding. Once an official translation is available, we will update in case there is a requirement. | Mandatory | Steel,Refineries,Cement,Chemical,Fertilizers,Clothing (except Apparel),Foundries,Paper,Tires,Common Effluent,Treatment Plants,Sugar Mills. | No end date specified |
| Karnataka | Karnataka P.Tax Removal Of Difficulties | 16-04-2020 | In a Notification dated 16th April, 2020 the Karnataka Government has issued the Karnataka Tax on Professions, Trades, Callings and Employments (Removal of Difficulties) Order, 2020 (Order) under the provisions of the Karnataka Tax on Professions, Trades, Callings and Employments Act, 1976 (Act). The following extensions are provided in the Order : 1. For the month of March 2020, the statement will be submitted on or before 20th day of May, 2020. 2. For the financial year 2020-21, in respect of a person who stands enrolled before the commencement of the said year, the payment of the amount of tax due must be paid before the 30th day of May, 2020. Background: The Act mandates every registered employer to furnish a statement showing the salaries and wages paid by him to his employees along with the amount of tax deducted within 20 days of the expiry of the month. Further, the Act mandates every enrolled person to pay the tax due for each year as under: a.In respect of a person who stands enrolled before the commencement of a year: Before 30th April of that year. b. In respect of a person who is enrolled after the commencement of a year: Within 1 month of the date of enrolment. However, due to the pandemic, it has become difficult for the registered person and enrolled persons to file the returns within the specified period of time. In light of this the present Order has been issued. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Jammu And Kashmir | Sop For Construction Activities In J&K | 16-04-2020 | 1. J&K allows resumption of construction activities in J&K 2. Executive Engineer shall identify sites where work can be resumed 3. District Magistrate approval required before resuming work 4. All workers to maintain social distancing, wear masks, and wash hands frequently 5. Labour needs to stay in areas adjoining the site | Advisory | Construction | No end date specified |
| Assam | Cleaning Protocol For Furniture, Environment, Medical Equipment And Toilets In Icu/Isolation/ Lab/ Triage Area/ Quarantine Camp | 15-04-2020 | The National Health Mission (NHM) of Assam has issued cleaning protocols for Furniture, Environment, Medical Equipment and Toilets in ICUs, Isolation areas, Laboratories, Triage Areas and Quarantine Camps. The NHM has mandated the use of Freshly Prepared 1% Chlorine solution (Sodium Hypochlorite/ Bleaching powder ) as a disinfectant and for cleaning furniture and environment in the areas mentioned above. The environment is to be swept and mopped three times a day i.e., morning, evening and night using the three bucket system. Surfaces more prone to frequent touch such as main doors, door handles, light switches knobs, wheelchair ,stretchers are required to be cleaned every hour and Horizontal surfaces, ledges, window frames & curtain tracks, taps, lifts etc as well as hand rails of the stairs cases, grill, window sills are to be cleaned three times a day. Mattress, over bed table, bed rails, patient locker is required to be cleaned thrice daily using 1% chlorine solution. Medical equipment such as ventilator, pulse oximeter, cardiac monitor along with other gagettes used in patient care are required to be cleaned with 1% chlorine solution and dried thoroughly. Other equipments such as BP cuffs, thermometers, stethoscope, injection/dressing trolley must be cleaned with 70% ethyl alcohol. Suction jar & tubings, laryngoscope, O2 humidifiers ,resuscitation bag &mask need to be clean with detergent and immersed in 2% glutaraldehyde solution for 20 mins everyday. Electrical items, like monitor ,radiant warmer etc. are to be cleaned using a damp cloth only. For cleaning toilets and mops, NHM has provided the below mentioned pointers to maintain clean and disinfected toilets and other areas where linen and mops are used - i. Clean Toilet pot/Commode with 1% chlorine solution thrice daily and after each use by COVID patients. ii. Clean Toilet floor/ Sink / Showers area/ Taps and fittings/ Soap Dispensers with soap water/detergent and 1% Sodium Hypochlorite. iii. All soiled/used linen is required to be soaked in 0.5% bleaching powder solution for 20 mins and then washed in hot water (70°C to 80°C) and detergent and dried under sun, thereafter autoclave the linen. iv. All mops are to be cleaned with hot water and detergent solution, disinfected with 1% Chlorine solution (Sodium Hypochlorite/ Bleaching powder) solution and kept for up side down to dry. | Mandatory | Healthcare | No end date specified |
| Uttarakhand | Covid 19 Case And Contact Definition | 15-04-2020 | The Department of Medical Health and Family Welfare Uttarakhand has defined 'case' and 'contact' with reference to the COVID 19 outbreak. Case has been defined as any of the following - i. a patient with acute respiratory illness {fever and at least one sign/symptom of respiratory disease (e.g., cough, shortness of breath) and travel history to or resident of a country or areas where there have been reports of local transmission of the virus during the 14 days prior to the symptom onset. ii. A patient/Health care worker with any acute respiratory illness AND having been in contact with a confirmed COVID-19 case in the last 14 days prior to onset of symptoms iii. A patient with severe acute respiratory infection {fever and at least one sign/symptom of respiratory disease (e.g. cough, shortness breath)}AND requiring hospitalization and with no other aetiology that fully explains the clinical presentation iv. A case for whom testing for COVID-19 is inconclusive. v. A person with laboratory confirmation of COVID-19 infection, irrespective of clinical signs and symptoms. Contact has been defined as a person that is involved in any of the following - i. Providing direct care without proper personal protective equipment (PPE) for COVID-19 patients ii. Staying in the same close environment of a COVID-19 patient (including workplace, classroom, household, gatherings). iii. Traveling together in close proximity (1 m) with a symptomatic person who later tested positive forCOVID-19 High Risk Contact are those who: ¢ Touched body fluids of the patient (Respiratory tract secretions, blood, vomit, saliva, urine, faeces) ¢ Had direct physical contact with the body of the patient including physical examination without PPE. ¢ Touched or cleaned the linens, clothes, or dishes of the patient. ¢ Lives in the same household as the patient. ¢ Anyone in close proximity (within 3 ft) of the confirmed case without precautions. ¢ Passenger in close proximity (within 3 ft) of a conveyance with a symptomatic person who later tested positive for COVID-19 for more than 6hours. Low Risk Contact are those who - ¢ Shared the same space (Same class for school/worked in same room/similar and not having a high risk exposure to confirmed or suspect case ofCOVID-19). ¢ Travelled in same environment (bus/train/flight/any mode of transit) but not having a high-risk exposure. | Advisory | Healthcare | No end date specified |
| Chhattisgarh | Chhattisgarh Issues Guidelines Related To Use Of Masks, Setting Up Of Quarantine Centre, Home Isolation; To Contain The Spread Of Covid-19 | 15-04-2020 | The Department of Health and Family Welfare, Chhattisgarh has issued the following Guidelines to contain the spread of COVID-19: 1. Guidelines regarding use of Mask by common people; 2. Guidelines for setting up of Quarantine Centre with regard to novel Coronavirus infection; and 3. Guidelines for Home Isolation with regard to novel Corona virus infection; | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Uttarakhand | Guidelines On Use And Disposal Of Masks By Public | 15-04-2020 | The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Uttarakhand, issued Guidelines for use of masks by public. The guidelines specifies when and who should be wearing masks including manner of disposal of masks. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Mizoram | General Government Advisories Regarding Covid19 | 15-04-2020 | The Mizoram Government issued advisory regarding people with cough/cold and respiratory problems to stay away from public places and have asked people to avoid travel to COVID affected states and countries unless absolutely necessary. | Advisory | General Public | No end date specified |
| Nagaland | List Of Permitted Home Delivery Firms In Kohima | 15-04-2020 | Kohima Municipal Corporation has released a list of permitted Home delivery firms within Kohima that will follow proper proper hygiene and santitation protocols | Advisory | Home delivery firms as in the list | No end date specified |
| West Bengal | Sops On Transport On A Suspected/Confirmed Covid-19 Case | 15-04-2020 | Ministry of Health and Family Welfare releases SOPs for transporting a suspect/confirmed case of COVID-19 | Advisory | Emergency Medical Services | No end date specified |
| Tripura | Advisory On Reducing Spread Of Fake News Regarding Covid-19 | 15-04-2020 | Tripura Government has advised all to not listen to rumours and stop spreading of fake news. | Advisory | Every Citizen | No end date specified |
| Rajasthan | Guidelines For Notifying Covid19 Cases In Private Institutions | 15-04-2020 | It is mandatory for all hospitals (private and government), medical officers in govt. health institutions and registered private medical practitioners including AYUSH practitioners to notify the concerned district surveillance unit regarding COVID-19 affected persons (suspected/case). | Mandatory | Hospitals and Healthcare institutions | No end date specified |
| Rajasthan | Sops For Transporting A Suspect/Confirmed Case Of Covid-19 | 15-04-2020 | Ministry of Health and Family Welfare releases SOPs for transporting a suspect/confirmed case of COVID-19 | Mandatory | Hospitals and Healthcare institutions | No end date specified |
| Tamil Nadu | Tamil Nadu Government Extends Lockdown To 3Rd May, 2020 And Adopts Revised Guidelines Released By Mha | 15-04-2020 | The Government of Tamil Nadu has in a Gazette notification dated 15th April, 2020 extended the lockdown in the state to 3rd May, 2020 to bring it in line with the nationwide lockdown order. Further the Tamil Nadu Government has also adopted the revised guidelines released by the Ministry of Home Affairs. | Mandatory | All | 03-05-2020 |
| Central | Mha Further Revises Guidelines Relating To Nationwide Lockdown Order; Lists Activities Which Will Be Allowed W.E.F. 20.04.2020 And Those Which Remain Suspended Till 3.05.2020 | 15-04-2020 | The Ministry of Home Affairs has revised the Guidelines relating to the Nationwide Lockdown Order. The guidelines lists out the activities which will also be allowed w.e.f. 20th April, 2020 and the activities that will remain suspended till May 3, 2020. We will be sending a summary of the key highlights of these guidelines shortly. | Mandatory | All | No end date sepcified (till lockdown continues) |
| Central | Submission Of Notarized/Apostilled Documents For Import And Registration Of Drugs In View Of Covid 19 Can Be Self-Attested Documents And With And Undertaking To Submit The Notarized/Apostilled Documents After Normalisation | 15-04-2020 | The Directorate General of Health services, Central Drugs Standards Control Organisation has issued a notice dated 15-04-2020, stating that applicants for Import and Registration of drugs as per the provision under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940 and relevant rules can submit applications along with self-attested documents and an undertaking that they will submit the notarized/apostilled documents obtaining the same from the concerned authority after normalisation of the situation in light of COVID -19 | Mandatory | Pharma | No end date specified |
| Central | Essential Operation Of Power Generation Utilities And Permission For Material Movement Needed By Them During The Nation-Wide Lockdown For Covid-19 Outbreak | 15-04-2020 | Pursuant to the extension of lockdown in all parts of India upto 3rd May, 2020 the Ministry of Power has requested the Secretaries of Power of States and UTs, District Magistrates of all States, Police Commissioners and Superintendent of Police of all States and CEOs of Urban Local Bodies of all states to continue extending support during the extended lockdown period for smooth operation and maintenance of power generation facilities as has been done earlier. | Mandatory | Electricity, Power | 03-05-2020 |
| Haryana | Validity Of Movement Passes Extended Till Midnight Of 03.05.2020 | 15-04-2020 | The Chandigarh Administration has issued movement passes under various categories which were valid till 14.04.2020 to facilitate smooth supply of essential commodities to the resident of UT Chandigarh and for proper functioning Government Offices under COVID- 19. Now, It has been decided that the validity of movement passes which were issued under the category of "Govt. Officers/Officials" and "Essential Services is hereby extended upto 03.05.2020 (Midnight). | Mandatory | Essential Services | 03-05-2020 |
| Central | Epfo Grants Grace Period Of 30 Days For Filing The Ecr; Applicable To Employers Of The Establishments Who Have Disbursed The Wages To Their Employees For March, 2020 | 15-04-2020 | In light of the prevailing situation caused due to the outbreak of COVID-19, the Employees Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) in a Notification dated 15th April, 2020 has informed the decision to allow employers a grace period of 30 days (16th April, 2020 to 16th May, 2020) for filing Electronic Challan cum Return (ECR). The grace period is granted to the employers of the establishments who have disbursed the wages to their employees for March, 2020. Please note that in order to avail the benefit, an employer needs to file ECR for wage month March, 2020 on or before 15th May, 2020 duly certifying the disbursement of wages to employees by declaring the actual date of disbursement of wages for the month of March, 2020. Such declaration has to be made in the column Salary disbursal date in the ECR and remit the contributions and administrative/inspection charges on or before 15th May, 2020. | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Tripura | Wearing Of Face Cover/Masks Compulsory In Public And Work Places | 15-04-2020 | In accordance with the National Directives for COVID 19 Management issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs, the Chief Secretary of Tripura has mandated the use of face cover/masks, whether home made or otherwise when in public or work places. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Maharashtra | Maharashtra Government Extends State Lockdown Order Till May 3, 2020; Aligns State Guidelines On Lockdown With The Revised Consolidated Guidelines Issued By Mha | 15-04-2020 | Pursuant to Notification dated 13th April 2020, extending the lockdown (Order dated 25th March 2020) till the 30th of April, 2020, the Government of Maharashtra has now extended the lockdown (along with all earlier Orders in this regard) upto and inclusive of 3rd May, 2020. Furthermore, the Department has also issued an Addendum to the Guidelines of Lockdown Notification dated March 25, 2020. The State Guidelines have been revised to align the same with the Consolidated Guidelines dated April 15, 2020 issued by the MHA. Key changes: Para 3 has been amended: All State borders to be sealed for passenger movement, however movement of all commodities and goods including non essential is permitted; New Para 3A has been introduced: Interstate and intrastate movement of trucks and good carrier vehicles with one driver and one additional person is allowed with valid documents irrespective of nature of cargo whether essential or not. Para 6: Following clauses related to exceptions have been amended: (c) Cold storage, warehousing services, wholesale operations and distribution network related services; (e) Supply chain and transport of all commodities and goods; (g) e-commerce delivery of all goods and commodities including food, pharmaceutical, medical equipment, electrical and electronic appliances; (l) All banks, their ATMs and other related services, operations of Reserve Bank of India, National Payment Corporation of India (NPCI), Cash logistic and Cash-in Transaction Companies, Insurance, FinTech services including stock exchanges, clearing corporations, depositories, mutual funds and stock brokers, NBFCs, Capital and Debt Markets services as notified by SEBI to operate at minimum required payroll capacity; (o) Shops, including ration shops (under PDS), dealing with food, groceries, fruits and vegetables, Bakery, dairy and milk booths, milk products, eggs, meat and fish, animal fodder, and their transportation including goods required for the processing as raw material and warehousing activities, confectionaries, snacks, (pharsan) sweet shops (with no in-dining); (r) Custom hiring Centres related to farm machinery; (s) Shops of agricultural inputs ( seeds, fertilizers, pesticides, etc), agriculture machinery, its spare parts (including supply chain) and repairs to remain open; (t) Shops for truck repairs on highways preferably at fuel pumps; (u) Repair shops for electric transformers required by power distribution and transmission companies; Para 8: Following exceptions have been added: Industrial Establishments to remain closed apart from the following exceptions: c. All agricultural and horticultural produce related processing, packaging and transport, d. Manufacturing and packaging unit of fertilizers, pesticides and seeds; e. Coal and mineral production, transportation, supply of explosives and activities related to mining operations; f. Manufacturing units of packaging material for food items, drugs, pharmaceutical and medical devices; g. MSME engaged in the manufacture of essential activities like wheat, flour pulse and edible oils etc. Para 9: Exception (a) to be read as: Transportation of Goods and commodities; | Mandatory | All | 03-05-2020 |
| Kerala | The Government Of Kerala Issued An Order To Allow Certain People At The Border Checkpoints. | 15-04-2020 | The Government of Kerala issued an order dated 15-04-2020 to allow entry at border check points on following grounds and observing the guidelines specified along with: I. Pregnant woman Guidelines: a. A pregnant woman intending to enter Kerala must obtain a medical certificate relating to the pregnancy, mentioning expected date of delivery and fitness to travel by road, from a registered Gynaecologist. b. With that certificate she may approach the competent authority in the state of residence to issue a pass to travel to Kerala along with the details of accompanying persons. c. Maximum number of persons travelling in a vehicle will be three including driver and they shall maintain social distancing norms. d. Minor children accompanying the pregnant woman will also be permitted to travel. e. Pregnant woman should make an application to the District Collector of the destination district in Kerala by email or WhatsApp. f. District Collector will give a clearance, if eligible, mentioning the date and time of travel. g. The applicant will submit application to the competent authority in the state of residence along with the clearance from the District Collector of the destination district for obtaining vehicle pass. h. The officers at the Kerala State border (Revenue/ Police/ Health) may permit the vehicle after examining the vehicle pass issued by the competent authority of the state of residence and the clearance obtained from the District Collector of destination district in Kerala i. During checking at the Kerala border, if the passengers have some symptoms of COVID-19, institutional quarantine shall be done. In case there are no symptoms they will be asked to undergo home quarantine at the destination. Immediately after reaching the destination, they will have to inform the health/district authorities and home quarantine will be arranged. II. To receive treatment in Kerala Guidelines: a. The person intending to get treatment should apply to the District Collector in the destination district of Kerala mentioning his/her intention to get treatment b. After quick verification, the concerned District Collector may agree and issue permission to travel. c. With that permission, the intending person can approach the competent authority of the state of residence and obtain necessary vehicle pass. d. Both these documents will be required to enter into Kerala e. It must also be ensured that only three people including the driver, travel with the patient in the vehicle and the treatment in Kerala is inevitable/urgently required. f. Routine treatments shall be done in the state of present residence. g. Protocols relating to quarantine shall be followed as mentioned above III. Death of a relative or an imminent death Guidelines: a. A vehicle pass from the competent authority in the State of residence should be obtained. b. The person will carry a self-declaration giving details of the dead/dying person which may be checked by the Police to verify the genuineness at the border. The District Collectors may designate a Deputy Collector to handle this matter in each District. | Mandatory | None | No end date specified |
| Central | Ministry Of Finance Relaxes Renewal Payment On Third Party Motor Vehicle Insurance Policies Till 15Th May, 2020 | 15-04-2020 | The Ministry of Finance has in a notification dated 15th April, 2020 stated that owing to the present situation due to COVID-19 in the country and with the extended lockdown till May 3, 2020, multiple policy holders of Third Party Motor Vehicle Insurance may not be able to pay their insurance renewal payments on time. As a consequence, the Ministry of Finance has extended the time for making the renewal payments falling due between 25th March, 2020 to 3rd May, 2020 till 15th May, 2020. | Mandatory | Motor Vehicle Insurance Provider | No end date specified |
| Central | Controller General Of Patents Designs And Trademarks, Mumbai Will Not Be Physically Accessible To Public Till 3Rd May 2020 | 15-04-2020 | Controller General of Patents Designs and Trademarks, Mumbai will not be physically accessible to public (in person) from 15th April 2020 till 3rd May 2020. All hearings scheduled up to 3rd May 2020 will stand adjourned with fresh hearings dates to be notified. The e-filing services shall be available 24x7. | Mandatory | All | 03-04-2020 |
| Central | Home Secretary, Govt. Of India Has Clarified That Areas Demarcated As Containment Zone Or Demarcated In Future, The Activities Which Are Otherwise Allowed As Per Mha Guidelines From 20Th April 2020, Will Be Suspended | 15-04-2020 | Home Secretary, Govt. of India, in a letter dated 15th April 2020 has clarified that areas which are demarcated as containment zone within hotspots, no activities will be allowed which are otherwise allowed as per MHA guidelines from 20th April 2020. Any new area which will be demarcated in the category of containment zone, all the activities will be suspended, except for those which are specifically permitted under the consolidated revised guidelines. In case, any lockdown measures are violated, the activities which are allowed as per the consolidated guidelines will be immediately withdrawn. All Government and Private sector should follow the guidelines strictly. | Mandatory | All | 03-04-2020 |
| Central | Department Of Health And Family Welfare, Govt. Of India Has Classified Districts Into Hotspots, Non-Hotspots But Reporting Cases And District Which Have Not Reported Covid-19 Cases. | 15-04-2020 | Department of Health and Family Welfare, Govt. of India basis letter dated 15th April 2020 has classified districts into three categories: - 1. Hotspots 2. Non-hotspots but reporting cases and 3. District which have not reported COVID-19 cases The hotspots have been further classified into two categories:- 1. Hotspot districts with large outbreak 2. Hotspot districts with clusters The letter has further clarified the criteria for classifying an area as hotspot :- 1. Highest case load districts contributing to more than 80% of cases in India or 2. Highest case load districts contributing to more than 80% of cases for each state in India or 3. Districts with doubling rate less than 4 days (calculated every Monday for last 7 days, to be determined by the state government) The letter has the following Annexures :- Annexure I - Criteria for classifying an area as Hotspot. Annexure II - List of Districts classified as hotspot with large outbreak Annexure III - List of Districts classified as hotspots with cluster Annexure IV - Non-hotspot districts but reporting cases | Mandatory | All | 03-04-2020 |
| Central | Sebi Issues Notification Stating Securities And Exchange Board Of India, Capital And Debt Market Services To Continue Till 3Rd May 2020 | 15-04-2020 | The Securities and Exchange Board of India vide notification dated 15th April 2020 issues notification stating Securities and Exchange Board of India, Capital and Debt market services to continue till 3rd May 2020. These activities have been permitted to continue as per the MHA Guidelines dated 15th April 2020. | Mandatory | Capital and Debt Market | 03-04-2020 |
| Chhattisgarh | Guidelines Regarding Transportation Of Essential And Non Essential Goods And Movement Of Goods | 15-04-2020 | With reference to the Home Secretary's letter dated 12th April 2020, the Chhattisgarh Transport Ministry had permitted the inter-state movement of trucks (carrying essential or non-essential cargo) without the requirement for permit, for essential as well as non-essential commodities. The Authorities of Dantwada have been instructed to ensure strict compliance with regard to the same | Mandatory | Transportation and storage | No end date specified |
| Dadra And Nagar Haveli | Extension Of Covid-19 Lockdown Till 3Rd May, 2020 | 15-04-2020 | With a view to maintaining the operations of various industries and their ancillaries, the Union Territory Administration of Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu (UT) has extended the validity of the Employee Pass / Vehicle Permit granted to the Industries (which were given permission to operate during the lockdown), till 3rd May 2020. | Mandatory | All | 03-05-2020 |
| Central | Other Service Providers (Osps) Have Been Granted Relaxation By The Department Of Telecommunications | 15-04-2020 | The Department of Telecommunication under the Ministry of Communications vide letter dated 15th April has granted further relaxation to Other Service Providers (OSPs): - 1. The requirement of security deposit and agreement for "Work From Home" facility is exempted. 2. The requirement of authorized Service Providers Provisioned secured VPN is exempted. The OSP can use secured VPN configured using Static IP / Dynamic IP (from the pool of Private IP assigned for VPN to be used for WFH) by themselves for interconnection between Home agent position and OSP Centre with pre-defined location. In this regard, the agents at home shall be treated as Extended Agent Position of the OSP. 3. Seeking prior permission for work from home is not required. The OSPs can provide prior intimation to the respective LSA filed units of DoT before starting WFH facility. The OSP shall submit complete details for "Extended Agent Positions" i.e. name, physical address and Static IP / Dynamic IP pool assigned. The format has also been provided in which details needs to be recorded. The CDRs /call logs shall be maintained by OSP for one year as per existing guidelines. Penalty for non-compliance - The OSP shall be subjected to a penalty of up to Rs. 5 Lakhs per WFH location which is in violation. In addition, OSP registration can also be cancelled. | Mandatory | Telecommunication | 31-05-2020 |
| Rajasthan | Rajasthan Government Extends State Lockdown Order Till May 3, 2020; Aligns State Guidelines On Lockdown With The Revised Consolidated Guidelines Issued By Mha | 15-04-2020 | The Government of Rajasthan in view of the implementation of lockdown declared by the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India vide order No 40-3/2020-DM-I(A) dated 15-04-2020 has now extended the lockdown in the State of Rajasthan for the period 20th April to 3rd May, 2020. Accordingly, the Lockdown Implementation Directions issued vide Order of even number dated 26.03.2020 and subsequent orders in continuation of the same in this regard issued by the State Government shall continue to be applicable up to April 19, 2020. The Order has been divided into four sections which are: A. The Restrictions that will continue to apply in the entire State until 3rd May,2020. B. Certain specific standard precautions and restrictions shall remain applicable for all areas and districts in the State of Rajasthan. C. Permitted Activities during the Modified Lockdown (April 20th to May 3rd, 2020) D. Implementation machinery shall be same as per the Order dated 26/03/2020. For a detailed read of the Order please refer to the attached Modified Lockdown Order. | Mandatory | All | 03-05-2020 |
| Central | Fssai Lays Down Specific Measures To Be Followed By Fbos In Addition To Existing Measures Under The Fss (Licensing And Registration Of Food Businesses) Regulations, 2011 Amidst Covid-19 Pandemic | 15-04-2020 | The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) in a press release dated 15th April, 2020 has laid out some guidelines regarding food hygiene and safety for food businesses. Background Studies have suggested that till now there is no evidence that food is likely a source or route of transmission of COVID-19 virus but it is important to take necessary precautions to prevent any possibility of person to person spreading of COVID-19 during food business operations. The FSSAI has therefore have laid down specific measures that have to be followed by food business operators in addition to existing measures under the Food Safety and Standards (Licensing and Registration of Food Businesses) Regulations, 2011. These specific measures are 1. Maintaining high level of personal hygiene. 2. Excluding COVID-19 infected persons from operations. 3. Practicing social distancing. 4. Appropriate cleaning / sanitization of food operations premises, food contact materials etc. | Mandatory | Food Business Operators | No end date specified |
| Central | Epfo Extends Challan Filing Date For Employers By A Month To May 15 | 15-04-2020 | Employees' Provident Fund Organisation has extended the challan filing date for employers by a month to May 15 for the month of March besides waiving off any interest liability and penalty in the extended period. The due date for March, 2020 is ordinarily April 15, 2020. So grace period of thirty days has been allowed to the establishments covered under EPF& MP . | Mandatory | All | 15-05-2020 |
| Lakshadweep | Lakshadweep Government Extends Lockdown To 3Rd May, 2020 And Adopts Revised Guidelines Released By Mha | 15-04-2020 | The Government of Lakshadweep has in a Gazette notification dated 15th April, 2020 extended the lockdown in the state to 3rd May, 2020 to bring it in line with the nationwide lockdown order. Further the Lakshadweep Government has also adopted the revised guidelines released by the Ministry of Home Affairs. | Mandatory | All | 03-05-2020 |
| Rajasthan | Govt. Of Rajasthan Adopts The Mha Guidelines Dated 14Th & 15Th April 2020 | 15-04-2020 | The Government of Rajasthan vide order dated 15th April 2020 has adopted the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) guidelines dated 14th and 15th April 2020. | Mandatory | All | 03-05-2020 |
| Delhi | Prohibition On Shutting Down Dialysis Units Of Nursing Homes In Delhi Beyond 24 Hours Where A Patient Undergoing Dialysis Is Found Covid19 Positive | 15-04-2020 | The Directorate General of Health Services, Govt of National Capital Territory by an order dated 15th April 2020 have directed all nursing homes/private hospitals in Delhi having dialysis units not to shut down the units beyond a period of 24 hours in case a patient undergoing dialysis is found Covid19 positive. The nursing homes/private hospitals are only required to decontaminate the dialysis units and the concerned machine for a period of 24 hours and thereafter the services will be required to be resumed. | Mandatory | Nursing Homes, Private Hospitals | No end date specified |
| Nagaland | Revealing Identity Of Covid-19 Patient, Punishable | 15-04-2020 | It has been observed that various confidential data related to COVID-19 have been leaked to social media by unscrupulous persons. Therefore, the Directorate of Health and Family Welfare, Nagaland vide order No. NO. DHFW/COVID-19/2019-20/ 197-203 has directed that such offenders will be taken action against without any warning. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Sebi Issues A Notification Notifying Various Entities To Provide Capital And Debt Market Services Till 03-05-2020 | 15-04-2020 | The Securities and Exchange Board of India had issued a notification dated March 24, 2020 notifying various entities to provide capital and debt market services for a period of 21 days with effect from March 25, 2020 Pursuant to the extension of the lockdown, SEBI issued a notification on the 15th of April 2020 stating that Notification dated March 24, 2020issued by SEBI will continue to remain in force in all parts of the country up to May 03, 2020. | Mandatory | All | 03-05-2020 |
| Delhi | Govt Of Nct Of Delhi Adopts Lockdown Extension Order Issued By Mha Dated 15Th April 2020 | 15-04-2020 | Govt of NCT of Delhi, Disaster Management Authority issued Order dated 15th April 2020 adopts lockdown extension order issued by MHA dated 15th April 2020. The Ministry of Home Affairs has revised the Guidelines relating to the Nationwide Lockdown Order. The guidelines lists out the activities which will also be allowed w.e.f. 20th April, 2020 and the activities that will remain suspended till May 3, 2020. | Mandatory | All | 03-05-2020 |
| Chandigarh | In View Of The Pandemic, Chandigarh Gov Bans Spitting Of Paan/Any Chewable Tobacco Or Non-Tobacco Product, Sputum Etc., In Public Places, Offices, Workplace, Factories & Establishments With Immediate Effect : Gazette Notification | 15-04-2020 | Health Department of Chandigarh has banned the spitting of paan, any chewable tobacco or non-tobacco product, sputum etc. in public places, offices, workplace, factories and establishments with immediate effect | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Puducherry | Wearing Of 3Ply/Cloth Mask Compulsory In Public And Work Places | 14-04-2020 | The Collector cum District Magistrate has mandated the use of 3ply or cloth masks, whether home made washable masks or those available with a standard mark available with chemists when in public and work sites, offices, workplaces or attending meetings or gatherings. Employers have been given an additional responsibility to ensure that their employees wear the 3ply or cloth masks without fail. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Implementation Of Existing Lockdown Measures To Continue In All Parts Of The Country Upto 3Rd May, 2020; Orders Ministry Of Home Affairs | 14-04-2020 | The Union Home Secretary has ordered that the existing lockdown measures owing to COVID-19 pandemic will have to be continued to be implemented in all parts of the country till 3rd May, 2020. | Mandatory | All | 03-05-2020 |
| Central | Nclt Covid Lockdown Extension Upto May 03, 2020 | 14-04-2020 | The National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) by a recent Notice dated April 14, 2020 has intimated that in view of the extension of lockdown announced by the Government of India until May 03, 2020 to curtail the spread of COVID19, the directions given by NCLT in the notice dated 22.3.2020 stating that all NCLT benches will remain closed from 23.3.2020 to 31.3.2020 are now extended upto May 03, 2020. The Notice further states that with regard to functioning of NCLT during Lockdown, the President, in addition to the earlier notices, will take further steps depending upon the exigencies of the litigant public and the same will be announced as and when any further decision is taken. The Notice has been issued with approval of Honble Acting President, NCLT. | Mandatory | All | 03-05-2020 |
| Punjab | Punjab Lockdown, Relaxations Already Granted And Curfew Passes Extension Made Till 3Rd May | 14-04-2020 | The Department of Home Affairs & Justice, Government of Punjab by a recent Notification dated April 14, 2020 has informed that it has extended the curfew/lockdown in all districts of the state beyond April 14, 2020 upto May 03, 2020. The Government of Punjab also clarified that the relaxations already granted and intimated to district authorities by way of guidelines will be valid during this extended period upto May 03, 2020. Similarly, the curfew passes already issued would also be valid during the extended period. Further, it stated that detailed guidelines will be issued after receipt of fresh instructions from the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), Government of India on 15th April 2020. | Mandatory | All | 03-05-2020 |
| Central | Mca Discontinues Web Service company Affirmation Of Readiness Towards Covid-19 For Filing Form Car-2020 W.E.F. 14.04.2020 | 14-04-2020 | The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has, in the News & Important updates section of its website informed that the Web Service Company Affirmation of Readiness towards COVID-19 for filing Form CAR-2020 has been discontinued with effect from 14th April 2020. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Sikkim | Restriction On Vehicular Movement And Opening Of Shops In South Sikkim District | 14-04-2020 | The District Collector cum Magistrate of South Sikkim has issued fresh restrictions on vehicular movement both inter and intra state as well as opening of shops till 20th April, 2020 or till further orders. All vehicles passes issued by authorities other than Additional District Magistrates, Sub Divisional Magistrates, Block Development Officers or through e-passes will cease to be valid from 5PM on 14th April, 2020. | Mandatory | All | 20-04-2020 |
| Daman And Diu | U.T Admiration Of Daman & Diu Issues Order Under Section 144 Of The Criminal Procedure Code - Coved 19 | 14-04-2020 | In view of the Coved 19 pandemic and number of positive cases as a whole in the Country and the neighbouring states the U.T Admiration of Daman & Diu has issued Order under Section 144 of the Criminal Procedure Code to be followed in the UT of Dadra Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu: 1. Congregation of more than five persons at public place is strictly prohibited and punishable. 2. All interstate public and private stage contract carriages including taxis auto rickshaws, etc are prohibited and interstate transport services shall be strictly regulated as per the bare minimum requirement. 3. Private vehicles can ply only if essential, required to visit hospitals and for availing/maintenance of essential services. Goods carriages shall however be allowed to ply. 4. All shops and commercial establishments, etc shall close their operations except for the following: i. Shops or stores selling Groceries, Milk, Bread, Fruit, Vegetables, Meat, Fish and other food items and their transportation related activities and warehousing. ii. Hospital, Chemist Stores, Optical stores, Pharmaceutical and soap manufacturing units and their ancillaries together with their transportation related activities. iii. Petrol Pumps, LPG Gas, Oil Agencies and their Godowns. iv. Ecommerce Delivery (food items, pharmaceuticals and medical equipments. v. Home delivery by restaurants & tiffin services. vi. Shops selling animal fodder. 5. Strict home quarantine shall be observed by all foreign returnees/their contacts/ other persons at risk who landed in India on or after 9th March 2020. All such foreign returnees shall mandatorily notify the State Surveillance Officer and register themselves for home quarantine., failing which they shall be liable for penal action. 6. People are required to stay at home and come out only for basis purposes like visit to grocery/vegetables/medicine shops while strictly following social distancing norms. | Mandatory | All | 03-05-2020 |
| Delhi | Travel Passes To Be Valid Till May 3Rd Following Extension Of Lockdown | 14-04-2020 | In view of the extension of period of lockdown by the Govt of India, the Chairperson, State Executive Committee, DDMA, Govt of NCT, Delhi has directed that the validity of passes/epasses/authorization letters issued by the offices of District Magistrate/District Deputy Commissioners of Police expiring on 14.04.2020 is hereby extended till 3rd May 2020. There shall be no need to revalidate these from the issuing authority concerned. | Mandatory | Essential Services/Establishments | 03-05-2020 |
| Himachal Pradesh | Spitting Of Chewing Smokeless Tobacco Products, Pan Masala Or Spitting In Any Manner Banned In The State Of Himachal Pradesh | 14-04-2020 | Realising that spitting in public places could enhance the spread of coronavirus, Himachal Pradesh government has prohibited spitting in public places during Covid-19 epidemic with immediate effect. Those failing to comply with the orders will face action under the provisions of Epidemic Disease Act, 1897 and also Indian Penal Code and Code of Criminal Procedure. Earlier state government had banned the sale of chewing gums gutka, paan masala, khaini and other similar products. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Chandigarh | Extension Of Lockdown In Chandigarh Up To 3Rd May, 2020 | 14-04-2020 | The Chandigarh Administration has extended the lockdown in the Union territory of Chandigarh to keep consonance with the extension of Nationwide Lockdown announced by the Ministry of Home Affairs. | Mandatory | All | 03-05-2020 |
| Chandigarh | Validity Of Movement Passes Extended Till 03.05.2020 | 14-04-2020 | The Chandigarh Administration had issued movement passes earlier under various categories to facilitate smooth supply of essential commodities to the resident of the Union Territory of Chandigarh. The validity of such movement passes (which were issued under the category of 'Govt. Officers/ Officials' and 'Essential Services' is hereby extended upto 3rd May 2020. | Mandatory | All | 03-05-2020 |
| Chhattisgarh | Instructions To Be Followed Regarding Extension Of The Lockdown Of The National Disaster Management Authority, And Ministry Of Home Affairs, Government Of India, By 3 May 2020, For Prevention And Control Of Infection With Novel Corona Virus | 14-04-2020 | The Chhattisgarh notification dated 14th April, 2020 directs everyone in the state to follow instructions laid out by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), Government of India and National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) regarding extension of lockdown till 3rd May, 2020. Ensure to take all steps including social distancing and cleanliness to curb the spread of COVID-19. | Mandatory | All | 03-05-2020 |
| Central | Sets Up A Grievance Cell For The Food And Related Industry To Ensure Hassle-Free Operations And Uninterrupted Supply Of Essentials | 13-04-2020 | With a view to provide necessary support to ensure successful continuity of business of Agri-food industry in India, the Ministry of Food Processing Industries set up a grievance cell for the food and food related industry to ensure hassle free operations and uninterrupted supply of essentials for citizens. The Ministry also provided an e-mail address for any queries in relation to food processing industry: covidgrievance-mofpi@gov.in The investor facilitation desk of MOFPI at Invest India has also set up a Business Immunity Platform: (https://www.investindia.gov.in/bip) which is designed as a comprehensive resource to help businesses and investors get real-time support to ensure hassle free operations. | Mandatory | Accommodation and food service activities | No end date specified |
| Central | State/Ut Helpline Numbers For Covid-19 Issued By Ministry Of Health And Family Welfare, Government Of India | 13-04-2020 | Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India has in it's website released Central/State/UT helpline numbers for COVID-19 | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Esic Further Extends The Date For Filing And Paying Esi Contributions For The Month Of February 2020 Upto 15Th May, 2020 In View Of (Covid - 19) Pandemic | 13-04-2020 | In a Notice dated 13th April, 2020, the Employees State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) has informed that the contribution for the month of February, 2020 can be filed and paid upto 15th May, 2020 instead of the earlier extended period of 15th April, 2020. Keeping in view the pandemic and the lockdown in the country, the Director General, ESIC has relaxed the provisions of the Employees State Insurance General Regulations, 1950 and issued the present Notice. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Fbos Provided Grace Period To Apply For Renewal Of Licence/Registration Till 30Th June, 2020 | 13-04-2020 | Owing to the Corona Virus (COVID-19) outbreak, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has extended the timeline for submission of applications for renewal of licence/registration for those Food Business Operators (FBOs) whose licence expired or will expire during the period 22nd March, 2020 to 31st May, 2020 till 30th June, 2020 without ant late fee. FBOs in Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, whose licence expired/is expiring during the period 1st August, 2019 to 31st may, 2020 have also been provided a grace period to apply for renewal of their licences/registration till 30th June, 2020 without any late fee, owing to disruption of internet services in the region. In the interim period, the FSSAI licences/registrations will be considered valid. | Mandatory | Food Businesses | No end date specified |
| Central | Clarification On Passing Of Ordinary And Special Resolutions By Companies Under The Companies Act, 2013 And Rules Made Thereunder On Account Of The Threat Posed By Covid-19 | 13-04-2020 | In continuation of the earlier Circular (General Circular Number 14/2020) issued by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) on 8th April, 2020 regarding conduct of extraordinary general meetings (EGMs) through video conferencing (VC) or other audio visual means (OAVM), the MCA has issued another Circular (General Circular Number 17/2020) today to provide added clarity regarding issue of notices to members for such meetings by using only electronic means, in view of the COVID-19 related lockdown and social distancing requirements, while at the same time ensuring that the relevant companies facilitate registration of email addresses of the members who have not done so and make suitable disclosure in this regard at the time of issue of public notice in the newspapers. The public notice to be issued by relevant companies would also be required to specify the manner in which members who are holding shares in physical form or who have not registered their email addresses with the company can cast their vote through remote e-voting or through the e-voting system during the meeting. A similar framework for smaller companies i.e. companies which are not required to provide e-voting facility to their members has also been specified in the Circular. This procedure is being allowed on account of disruption caused in postal services, whereby it has become difficult to serve or receive notices by post. The Circular also provides that where certain companies intend to transact a business only through postal ballot (without convening a general meeting) in accordance with the applicable provisions of the Companies Act, 2013/rules made thereunder, then in such case, the relevant provisions of the Companies (Management and Administration) Rules, 2014 with regard to voting by electronic means and the framework provided for e-voting in the present Circular and earlier Circular dated 08th April, 2020 issued by MCA would be applicable. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Central | Filings Under Section 124 And Section 125 Of The Companies Act 2013 R/W Iepfa (Accounting, Audit, Transfer And Refund) Rules 2016 | 13-04-2020 | For procedures relating to transfer of money remaining unpaid or unclaimed for a period of seven years in terms of the provision of Section 124(5) and transfer of shares under section 124(6) of the Companies Act 2013 r/w IEPFA (Accounting, Audit, Transfer and Refund) Rules 2016, the Ministry of Corporate Affairs has through General Circular No 11/2020 dated 24th of March, 2020 and General Circular No 12/2020 dated 30th of March, 2020 has allowed filing in MCA-21 registry without additional fees till 30th September,2020. Therefore the necessary relaxation in so far as filing of various other IEPF e forms (IEPF-1, IEPF 1A, IEPF 2, IEPF 3, IEPF 4, IEPF 7) and e-verification of claims filed in eform IEPF 5 is concerned, the same has already been provided. | Mandatory | All | 30-09-2020 |
| Maharashtra | Lockdown Extension In Maharashtra Till 30Th April | 13-04-2020 | The Government of Maharashtra exercising power under Section 2 of the Epidemic Diseases Act, 1897 and all other enabling powers has directed by a recent Notification dated April 13, 2020 that the lock-down orders issued in the notification dated March 25, 2020 is now extended up to April 30, 2020 as a measure to contain the spread of Covid-19 virus. | Mandatory | All | 30-04-2020 |
| West Bengal | Directorate Of Commercial Tax, West Bengal Government Extends Last Date For Filing Return Under Form Iii Of The Wb Tax Act, 1979 For The Year Ending 31.03.2020 | 13-04-2020 | The Directorate of Commercial Taxes, Government of West Bengal has extended the last date for filing the return in Form - III of the West Bengal P. Tax Act, 1979 for the year ending 31.03.2020 in view of the current COVID-19 pandemic. The current last date for electronic transmission of date for filing the return is now 30.06.2020 and the last date for submission of the paper form of the return is now 07.07.2020. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Sebi Vide Circular Dated 13Th April 2020 Relaxes Timelines For Compliance For Intermediaries, Market Participants, Rtas | 13-04-2020 | The Securities and Exchange Board of India vide circular dated 13th April 2020 relaxes timelines for compliance for Intermediaries, market participants, Registrars to an Issue and Share Transfer Agents / Issuer Companies, holding SEBI registration under Category 1 or Category 2 of RTI/STA :- For the following activities the extension has been granted: - 1. Processing of Remit Requests 2. Processing of Transmission Requests 3. Processing of request for Issue of Duplicate Share Certificates 4. Processing of Requests for Name Deletion/ Name Change/ Transposition/ Pending Share Transfers (Re-lodgement cases in the case of share transfers) 5. Processing of Requests for Consolidation / Split / Replacement of Share Certificates / Amalgamation of Folios 6. Handling Investor Correspondence / Grievances / SCORES complaint 7. Submission of Half Yearly Report to SEBI pursuant to Circular No. CIR/MIRSD/7/2012 dated July 5, 2012 8. Compulsory Internal Audit of RTAs by CA / CS / CMA holding Certificate of Practice and Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) / Diploma Information Systems Auditor (DISA) pursuant to Circular dated April 20, 2018, issued by SEBI 9. Submission of Audit Report by CISA / CISM qualified or equivalent auditor by QRTAs to SEBI along with comments of the Board pursuant to Circular dated September 8, 2017 issued by SEBI on Cyber Security and Cyber Security Resilience framework for QRTAs 10. Submission of Compliance Report by QRTAs duly reviewed by the Board of Directors of the QRTA to SEBI on Enhanced monitoring of QRTAs pursuant to Circular dated August 10, 2018 issued by SEBI 11. Regulation 74(5) of the SEBI (D & P) Regulations, 2018 12. Regulation 76 of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Depositories and Participants) Regulations, 2018 | Mandatory | Capital and Debt Market, Intermediaries, Market participants | 19-07-2020 |
| Tamil Nadu | Extension Of Restriction In Tamil Nadu Till 30.04.2020. | 13-04-2020 | Extension of restriction in Tamil Nadu from 14.04.2020 till 30.04.2020. | Mandatory | All | 30-04-2020 |
| Chhattisgarh | Guidelines Regarding Transportation Of Essential And Non-Essential Goods. There Should Be A Driver And Another Person, Driving License To Be Mandatory, No Separate Pass Required For Transporters | 13-04-2020 | Ministry of Transport Chhattisgarh Government lays down guidelines regarding transportation of essential and non essential goods with respect to truck drivers. No permission is required for transport just a valid driving license is required and empty/unloaded trucks are allowed to operate. in addition to that cleanliness and social distancing must be ensured during movement of vehicles and persons. | Mandatory | All industries | No end date specified |
| Odisha | Odisha Forest Development Corporation Through Notification Dated 13-04-2020, Has Published The Schedule For E-Tender Sale Of Timber Products For The Month Of April, 2020. | 13-04-2020 | Odisha Forest Development Corporation through notification dated 13-04-2020, has published the schedule for e-tender sale of timber products for the month of April, 2020. The commencement of e-tender sale in the porta of ODFC begins on 22-04-2020 at 10 AM and ends on 28-04-2020 at 5 PM. Validity of registration of all registered purchasers 2019-2020 has also been extended to 30-04-2020 | Mandatory | Wood Based Industries | 30-04-2020 |
| Central | Irdai Advises Insurers To Prepare Strategies And Action Plans For Business Continuity To Ensure Enhanced Protection To The Policyholders Amidst Covid-19 Pandemic | 13-04-2020 | Acknowledging the impact of the spread of Covid-19 and the subsequent national lockdown across various sectors of the economy, the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) has, in a Circular dated 13th April, 2020 informed all Insurers to prepare strategies and action plans for business continuity to ensure enhanced protection to the policyholders. It has further informed insurers to guard themselves against the adverse impact on sufficiency of capital and liquidity position. In view of this, IRDAI has advised all insurers to take the following steps: (i) Board of insurers are advised to critically examine their capital availability and solvency margin as required in the current financial year 2020-21 and devise strategies to ensure that they have adequate capital and resources available with them; (ii) Align the dividend pay-out for the FY 2019-20 so as to be in conformity with the strategy at (i) above; and (iii) Rationalize the expenses of management for the FY 2020-21 so as to be in line with the strategy at (i) above. (iv) Place this communication before their respective Boards at the ensuing meeting. | Advisory | Insurance | No end date specified |
| Meghalaya | Meghalaya Epidemic Diseases, Covid-19 (Third Amendment) Regulations, 2020 | 13-04-2020 | In Regulation 3, in the last line after the words, District Level", the words "and the Rangbah Shnongs, Dollois and the Nokmas at the village Level shall be added. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Nodal Officer For Dealing With Covid-19 Related Grievances Was Designated By Department Of Administrative Reforms And Public Grievances | 12-04-2020 | Shri P.K. Abdul Kareem, Economic Adviser is hereby designated as Nodal Officer for dealing with COVID-19 related grievances by the Department of Administrative reforms and Public Grievances The contact details are also provided: Sh. P.K. Abdul Kareem Economic Advisor Mobile No. 9868222707 Email ID: pka.kareem@nic.in | Mandatory | No | No end date specified |
| Central | Home Secretary, Government Of India Releases Clarification On Movement Of Vehicles And Personnel; Allows Movement Of Trucks Irrespective Of Cargo (Essential Or Otherwise) Without Permit Or Approval | 12-04-2020 | The Home Secretary, Government of India (Home Secretary) in a DO Letter dated 12th April, 2020, addressed to the Chief Secretaries of all States and the Administrators of all Union Territories has informed that the consolidated guidelines and clarifications issued by the Ministry are not being followed in letter and spirit in some parts of the country and cited the following: i. Trucks carrying essential and non-essential goods being detained; ii. Workers needed for operating manufacturing units of essential goods and other exempted categories not getting authorizations / passes for their movement; iii. Inter State movement of goods and personnel related to above-mentioned categories (i) and (ii) getting impeded as passes / authorizations issued by the authorities of one State / UT Governments are not being respected by the authorities of other States / UTs; and iv. Operations of cold storage and warehouses are not being allowed. These restrictions have the potential of creating shortages of essential commodities. To bring about further clarity at an implementation level, the following have been reiterated for strict observance by authorities at various levels: i. Inter-state and intra-state movement of all trucks and other goods / carrier vehicles with one driver and one additional person is allowed as long as the driver is carrying a valid drivers license; irrespective of the nature of the cargo, whether essential or otherwise. No further permit or approval would be required. ii. Empty trucks / goods carriers should also be allowed to operate while on way to pick up goods or returning after completing a delivery. Hence, there is no cause to stop empty trucks provided they have valid documents such as driving license and road permit etc. iii. Local authorities should actively facilitate the movement of truck drivers and cleaners from their place of residence to location of their trucks. iv. Local authorities should facilitate the easy to and fro movement of workers to workplace and back, in respect of all the permitted industrial / commercial activities. v. Railways, Airports, Seaports and Customs authorities have already been authorized to issue passes for their staff and contractual labour. vi. Regarding issuance of passes to workers engaged in the manufacturing of permitted categories, the State / UT Government are advised to expeditiously issue passes on the basis of authorizations issued by companies / organizations. The State / UT Governments shall ensure that these passes are honoured both for movement within their State/UT and in bordering areas of other States/UTs. vii. MSMEs engaged in the manufacture of essential items like wheat flour (atta), pulses (dal) and edible oils should be allowed to function freely, without any hindrances. viii. Warehouses/cold storage should be allowed to freely function with allowance for to and fro movement of trucks and without regard to the nature of the goods whether essential or otherwise. Warehouses of companies should also be allowed to operate. | Mandatory | All | 03-05-2020 |
| Telangana | Government Of Telangana Extends Lockdown To 30-04-2020 | 12-04-2020 | The Government of Telangana vide order no. G.O.Ms No. 57 dated 12-04-2020, has extended the lockdown up to 30.04.2020. | Mandatory | All | 30-04-2020 |
| West Bengal | Mandatory Use Of Cloth/Facial Masks To Cover Nose And Mouth At All Times, Especially In Public Places | 12-04-2020 | The Government of West Bengal issued an order mandating the use of facial masks or any available cloth such as properly folder/rolled up dupatta, gamcha, handkerchief or any such material that acts as a protective covering to be used by all persons at all times, especially in public places to cover nose and mouth to prevent the transmission of the Corona virus. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Letter / Order Dated 11Th April 2020 Regarding Submission Of Annual / Half-Yearly Returns By Licensed Manufactures / Processors And Importers Of Food Products - Extension Of Timeline Due To Covid-19 Pandemic | 11-04-2020 | In view of the difficulties faced by the FBOs in submission of annual/ half yearly returns during lockdown in the country due to COVID-19 pandemic, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India ("FSSAI")has extended the timeline for submission of annual returns for Financial Year 2019-2020 and half-yearly return for October, 2019 - March 2020, till 31st July, 2020. The requisite formats i.e. Form D-1 (Annual Return for business other than Milk and Milk Products) and Form D-2 (Half-Yearly Return for Milk and Milk Products) have been provided by the FSSAI. | Mandatory | Accommodation and food service activities | 31-07-2020 |
| Central | Relaxations / Extensions Of Various Compliance Deadlines Etc. To Address Corona Pandemic | 11-04-2020 | Department of Commerce, Ministry of Commerce and Industry has introduced several relaxations and extensions in deadlines etc. with regard to compliances mandated under its schemes and activities. The key relaxations pertaining to the Department of Commerce are as follows: Extension of FTP till 31st March 2021 Extension of Export Obligation Period Extension of validity of Registration cum Membership Certificate till 30 September 2020 Remissions under provisions of Hand Book of Procedure | Mandatory | Exporters | 31-03-2021 |
| Rajasthan | The Factories And Boilers Inspection Department, Government Of Rajasthan Has Extended Working Hours Of Adult Workers To 12 Hours | 11-04-2020 | The factories and boilers inspection department via order no F3(15) Legal/F&B/2020/188 dated 11.04.2020, exempted provisions of working hours of adult workers of the Factories Act, 1948 for three months from the date of the order up to the extent/ conditions mentioned below: 1. The maximum hours of working per day is extended to 12 hours per day, for all essential goods manufacturing and distribution factories. 2. The additional 4 hours shall be paid as overtime, subject to overtime limit of 24 hours per week. This would allow to run most operations for 6 days with a reduction of close to 33% of people passing through the facility. 3. It will also limit the movement of people to and from their respective home to work. 4. This will also enable operations to full capacity of most essentials goods factories with around 60-65% of normal manpower. | Mandatory | Manufacturing | 11-07-2020 |
| Uttarakhand | Prohibition On Chewing Tobacco And Products Containing Tobacco In Public Places | 11-04-2020 | The Government of Uttarakhand has issued a health advisory prohibiting the chewing and spitting of tobacco and products containing tobacco at all public places. It has also announced that this may increase the risk of the spread of the Corona Virus (COVID 19) and stated that the same will result in penal action. | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Karnataka | Government Of Karnataka Provides Definition Of Hotspots, Clustered And Confinement Areas | 11-04-2020 | The Government of Karnataka vide a circular dated 11-04-2020, has come out with their definition of hotspot, Cluster and containment zone. Basis the circular: 1. Hotspot is a geographical area with well-defined administrative boundary (Revenue village in case of rural area and ward in case of urban area) which satisfies any of the following two conditions: a. At least one COVID positive case in the last 28 days. b. At least 50 contacts of COVID positive person who are under active quarantine. 2. Cluster refers to an aggregation of cases grouped in place and time that are suspected to be greater than number expected even though the expected number may not be known. a. Even one case of COVID positive should be considered as a cluster b. Epidemiologically linked multiple cases will also constitute one cluster. 3. a. Containment zone will be area within 3 km radius of a COVID positive patients residence. b. The zone should be properly defined by geographical features. c. Each containment zone will atleast have one hotspot d. Based on movement of positive cases and close contacts containment zone can be one village/ward, multiple villages, apartment complex, taluk or districts. e. There can be multiple containment zones for the same cluster f. The house to house surveillance for COVID 19 in containment zones has to be done as per cluster containment plan. | Mandatory | None | No end date specified |
| Central | Do Letter Dated 10.4.2020 To Chief Secretaries Administrators Dgps And Cp Delhi For Ensuring Lockdown Measures During Ensuing Festivals | 10-04-2020 | In view of the ensuing festivals in the month of April 2020, Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has directed all States/UTs to ensure strict compliance of lockdown measures to fight COVID19 and not allow any social/religious gathering/procession. It has been communicated to inform District authorities and field agencies on the specific prohibitions as mentioned in the Consolidated Guidelines on Lockdown Measures and that they should take all required precautionary/preventive measures for maintenance of law and order, peace and public tranquillity. Appropriate vigil on social media should also be maintained against circulation of any objectionable content, the communication adds. The communication has further requested that for the attention of the public authorities, social/religious organisation and citizens, the respective provisions of the guidelines should be widely circulated. It adds that for violation of any lockdown measure, action under the relevant penal provisions of the Disaster Management Act 2005 and IPC should be taken by the law enforcing agencies. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Mca Responds To Several Queries On Eligibility Of Csr Expenditure Related To Covid-19 Activities; Chief Ministers Relief Fund/ State Relief Fund For Covid-19 Not Admissible As Csr Expenditure | 10-04-2020 | MCA has provided the following clarifications on contributions made to various funds amidst Covid 19 outbreak through FAQs: A. Chief Ministers Relief Fund or State Relief Fund for COVID-19 is not included in Schedule VII of the Companies Act, 2013 and therefore any contribution to such funds shall not qualify as admissible CSR expenditure. B. Contribution made to State Disaster Management Authority to combat COVID-19 qualifies as CSR expenditure under item no (xii) of Schedule VII of the 2013 and clarified vide general circular No. 10/2020 dated 23rd March, 2020. C. Payment of salary/ wages in normal circumstances is a contractual and statutory obligation of the company. Similarly, payment of salary/ wages to employees and workers even during the lockdown period is a moral obligation of the employers, as they have no alternative source of employment or livelihood during this period. Thus, payment of salary/ wages to employees and workers during the lockdown period (including imposition of other social distancing requirements) does not qualify as admissible CSR expenditure. D. Payment of wages to temporary or casual or daily wage workers during the lockdown period is part of the moral/ humanitarian/ contractual obligations of the company and is applicable to all companies irrespective of whether they have any legal obligation for CSR contribution under section 135 of the Companies Act 2013. Hence, payment of wages to temporary or casual or daily wage workers during the lockdown period does not count towards CSR expenditure. E. If any ex-gratia payment is made to temporary / casual workers/ daily wage workers over and above the disbursement of wages, specifically for the purpose of fighting COVID 19, the same will be admissible towards CSR expenditure as a onetime exception provided there is an explicit declaration to that effect by the Board of the company, which is duly certified by the statutory auditor. | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Home Secretary, Govt. Of India Directs Authorities To Maintain Strict Compliance To Mha Guidelines For Lockdowns And Restrict Religious / Social Gatherings For Upcoming Festivals In April, 2020 | 10-04-2020 | The Home Secretary, Government of India, through a letter dated 10th April, 2020, has requested the authorities to maintain strict compliance to the guidelines issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) and not allow any social/religious gathering or procession, in view of the festivals approaching in the month of April, 2020. Furthermore, the authorities have been requested to take all necessary precautionary / preventive measures for maintenance of law and order, peace and public tranquillity. Appropriate vigil on social media is to be maintained against circulation of any objectionable content. | Mandatory | All | 03-05-2020 |
| Haryana | Face Masks Mandatory By An Order By The District Magistrate Of Gurugram | 10-04-2020 | The Gurugram district administration has made it mandatory for residents to wear 3 ply or cloth face masks every time they step out of their homes. It is applicable for every citizen, government officials and any other employees associated with essential services. It is also applicable on motorists too while driving private or government vehicles. The order further added no person or officer will attend any meeting/work place without wearing these masks as mentioned above. The violators will be booked under IPC section of 188 if they are found without wearing masks on roads or any other public places. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Maharashtra | Ministry Of Health & Family Welfare Requests States To Take Necessary Preventive Measures Under The Appropriate Law To Prohibit The Use And Spitting Of Chewing Smokeless Tobacco Products In Public | 10-04-2020 | The Ministry of Health & Family Welfare (Tobacco Control Division) vide letter no. No. Z.21020/19/2020-TC, dated 10th April, 2020 has requested the Chief Secretaries of all States/UTs to take necessary preventive measures under the appropriate law to prohibit the use and spitting of chewing smokeless tobacco products in public. The States and union territories have necessary authority under the Epidemic Diseases Act,1897, the Disaster Management Act, 2005 and also under various provisions of Indian Penal Code 1860 and Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPc) to deal with Covid-19 This is a fall out of an appeal of the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), Department of Health Research, Govt. of India. The appeal is not to consume and spit Smokeless Tobacco in Public. As per the appeal Chewing Smokeless Tobacco products, Paan masala and areca nut (supari) increases the production of saliva followed by a very strong urge to spit. Spitting in public places could enhance the spread of the COVID19 virus | Mandatory | Tobacco | No end date specified |
| Punjab | Punjab Government Makes Wearing Mask Mandatory At Public Places | 10-04-2020 | The Punjab Government issued a notification on April 10, 2020 making it mandatory for people to wear masks in public places to check the spread of the novel coronavirus. People coming out of their homes for official or other essential work would have to wear a cloth or triple layer mask, violation of which would be strictly punishable under the law. Those working in hospitals, other offices, factories or at any other place of work besides those travelling on a vehicle would also be required to be wear mask. This also includes masks made from cotton cloth, and if such a mask is not available kerchief or a scarf or stole can be used to cover face. | Mandatory | None | No end date specified |
| Jammu And Kashmir | J&K Pcb Extends Validity Period For Consent To Establish/Operate, Authorisation, Registration Upto 30Th June, 2020 | 10-04-2020 | The Jammu & Kashmir Pollution Control Board has extended the validity period for consent to establish/operate, authorisation, registration having validity till 31st March, 2020 upto 30th June, 2020. | Mandatory | Manufacturing industries | No end date specified |
| West Bengal | West Bengal Government Extends The Validity Of Government Licenses/ Permissions W.R.T. Boilers Falling Due For Renewal During The Lockdown To 30.06.2020 | 10-04-2020 | The Government of West Bengal in an Order dated 10th April, 2020 has extended the validity for Government Licenses / Permissions which are due for renewal during the current lockdown period up to 30th June, 2020. In addition to that all the stipulated conditions of licenses / permission will remain the same and will be strictly followed. Further, no late fee / penalty will be charged for this period at the time of renewal. | Mandatory | Manufacturing | 30-06-2020 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | Supply Of Pol Items To Essential Services, Including Press | 10-04-2020 | The Government of Arunachal Pradesh has requested all Petrol Depot Owners to provide POL items on payment basis to those on essential services such as PRESS, Telecommunication, Banks, Police, Administration, Health Services, Doctors, Ambulance, emergency services, Government servants who are on emergency duty having valid permit. | Mandatory | Essential services industries | No end date specified |
| Jammu And Kashmir | Validity Periods Of Consent To Establish/Consent To Operate Under Water And Air Prevention Extended | 10-04-2020 | Given the prevailing Covid 19 pandemic and the lockdown measures, the J&K pollution control board has issued an Order deciding that the validity of period of Consent to Establish and Consent to Operate and its renewal under Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act 1974 and Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act 1981 or both, authorization, registration under different rules having expiry/validity upto 31/03/2020 shall be stand extended to 30/06/2020. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Central | Relaxation In Explosives Licensing, Transaction And Return During Covid-19 | 09-04-2020 | 1. Explosive manufacturers allowed to bring back their stranded consignments to the point of dispatch. The reaching date as mentioned in the pass may be extended as per the request of respective licensing authority in coordination with NIC. 2. Excess storage allowed with waiver of licensing requirement, but on payment of fees. 3. Allowing only one armed guard in place of two to accompany the explosive van. 4. Monthly and quarterly return of explosive transaction for the month of March - 2020 and January to March - 2020 may be submitted within 30th April, 2020. 5. Explosive manufacturers may submit an undertaking with regard to export container that such container meets the specifications of PESO with respect to licence in Form LE-7. The endorsement of the licence to be done by licensing authority may be waived off without inspection till end of lockdown period. | Mandatory | Manufacturers of Explosives | No end date specified |
| Central | Esic Letter Dated 8Th April 2020 On Esic Hospital Tie-Up | 09-04-2020 | The Employees State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) vide letter dated 8th April 2020, addressed to all Deans/Medical Superintendents/RDs/DIMS/ESIC Medical and Dental Colleges/ESIC Hospitals/Regional Offices/State ESI Medical Schemes, gave it's approval to all ESIC hospitals which have been declared as dedicated Covid-19 hospitals, to provide services for secondary/SST treatment (non Covid services) to ESIC beneficiaries through tie-up hospitals. In this regard, ESIC have given directions/instructions to the ESIC hospitals and all such hospitals having said tie-up with ESIC hospitals. Following instructions have been provided - a. Till the time the ESIC hospitals are functioning as dedicated Covid-19 hospitals, the tie-up hospitals should ensure to provide emergency/non-emergency medical treatment to the ESIC beneficiaries. b. The tie-up hospitals during the said period shall continue providing prescribed/required treatment if the same is available even if no tie-up exist for the specific treatment or procedure and details of such patients including complete diagnosis, planned treatment/applicable package rate etc. should be emailed to the concerned MS for his information. c. The tie-up hospitals are required to maintain records of cases of treatment of the ESIC beneficiaries and invoices should be raised with concerned the ESIC hospital after the treatment. | Mandatory | Healthcare [Hospitals having tie-up with ESIC Hospitals] | No end date specified (till the time the ESIC hospitals are functioning as dedicated Covid-19 hospitals) |
| Haryana | Deferment Of Payments Due To Government Departments And Government Psus | 09-04-2020 | The Additional Chief Secretary to Government of Haryana, Finance Department in a recent Memo on Deferment of payment due to government departments and state PSUs, dated April 09, 2020 has intimated that all the Departments, Corporations, Government Companies, Cooperative Institutions, Boards, Authorities that are collecting various types of dues such as statutory payments, service charges in lieu of different type of services offered, loan recovery, interest payments etc are requested to take action as mentioned below in view of the hardship faced by general public: 1) To notify that all payments that were due on or after March 15, 2020 to be deferred till April 30, 2020 and to send a copy of the same to the Finance Department. 2) Not to levy any penalty on dues in any form be it surcharge or penal interest. However, any interest amount that is payable in normal course of times be charged. 3) No coercive actions to be taken to recover any dues. It also stated that these instructions are also available on the website of Finance Department on www.finhry.gov.in. | Mandatory | Government of Haryana, Finance Department to all the Departments, Corporations, Government Companies, Cooperative Institutions, Boards, Authorities that are collecting various types of dues in Haryana | 30-04-2020 |
| Odisha | Health Directorate, Odisha Issued List Of Fever Clinics In The States To Avoid Risk Of Cross- Contamination | 09-04-2020 | In a Notification dated 9th April, 2020 Directorate of Health Services, Odisha (Directorate) has notified a list of Fever Hospitals where general patients are advised to visit to avoid cross contamination from COVID-19 patients. Background: On observing that many private clinical establishments have not established separate fever clinics for screening of COVID-19 cases which is in turn exposing general patients to the infection. Therefore, patients with general flu like symptoms are advised to visit only the private clinics mentioned in the Notification. | Mandatory | Pharmaceuticals | No end date specified |
| Odisha | Odisha Government Extends Period Of Lockdown Owing To Covid-19 Pandemic Till 30Th April, 2020 Midnight | 09-04-2020 | the Revenue and Disaster Management Department (Department), Government of Odisha has in an Order dated 9th April, 2020 extended the period of lockdown in the State owing to COVID-19 pandemic and not the lockdown will continue till midnight of 30th April, 2020. The State had earlier issued lockdown orders till the midnight of 14th April, 2020 in line with the orders issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs. Now, the Government of Odisha after a thorough evaluation and assessment of the current situation regarding COVID-19 pandemic has deemed it necessary that period of lockdown be extended till 30th April, 2020. NOTE - All stipulations / instructions / exceptions laid down by the Government earlier will stand the same till 30th April, 2020. | Mandatory | All | 30-04-2020 |
| Odisha | Due To Covid-19, The Visits Of Patients Who Are Entitled To Get Medical Treatment From Esi Dispensaries/ Tie-Up Hospitals Should Be Minimized. | 09-04-2020 | During the complete lockdown and severity of epidemic of COVID-19, the visits of patients who are entitled to get medical treatment from ESI Dispensaries/ tie -up hospitals should be minimized. The idea behind the measure is that, the IPs, beneficiaries, staffs & Pensioners of Odisha region need not visit the wellness centres to collect medicines till 30.04.2020. Accordingly, the Hqrs' Office has accorded special approval to all lPs/BeneficiarieVstaff & Pensioners to make purchase of medicines on the basis of existing prescriptions held by them till 30.04.2020 in respect of all chronic illnesses. The reimbursement of these medicine purchase bills shall be made by ESIS Dispensaries and ESI Hospitals in respect of IPs & beneficiaries and in respect of staffs and pensioners, the medicine purchase reimbursements shall be made by the concerned ESIC Model hospital & Regional Office, as the case may be. | Mandatory | All | 30-04-2020 |
| Odisha | Odisha Covid-91 Amendment Regulations | 09-04-2020 | Odisha issued the Odisha COVID-19 (Amendment) Regulations, 2020 making use of masks, as a protection against COVID-19 contamination, compulsory in Odisha. The Department has instructed: 1. All persons, in the State, to cover their mouth and nose with any available form of mask while coming out of their houses. For such purpose, a handkerchief or any other piece of cloth, in at least two layers, may be used. 2. Properly dispose of the disposable or single use masks by following the procedure prescribed by the Health & Family Welfare Department from time to time. Clean the cloth masks with soap or detergent or disinfectant and water and sun-dry for at least 5 hours after every single use. 3. Masks used by one person should not be used by another person. 4. Prevention of overcrowding and use of any form of masks or clothes such as handkerchiefs, bandanas, gamuchha, dupatta or the like by people, while coming out of their houses, will be ensured by the competent officers. 5. Violation of the requirement of using masks will be punishable with fine of Rs. 200/- for the first, second and third offences and Rs. 500/- for the subsequent offences. | Mandatory | All | 03-04-2020 |
| Tamil Nadu | Tamil Nadu Govt. Orders That All Contributions To Chief Minister'S Public Relief Fund Will Be Allocated To The State Disaster Management Authority With A View To Combat The Spread Of Covid 19; Will Be Considered As Csr Activity | 09-04-2020 | In a Government Order (Order) dated 9th April, 2020, the Finance Department of Tamil Nadu (Department) has informed that all contributions to Chief Ministers Public Relief Fund will be allocated to Tamil Nadu State Disaster Management Authority and will be utilised exclusively for the following in order to combat the spread of the pandemic COVID-19: a)Procurement of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), medical equipment such as ventilators, and consumables for hospitals. b) Feeding and supplying dry rations to migrant labour and homeless persons in order to provide them relief during such critical times. Background: In light of the outbreak of the pandemic and containment measures implemented by the Government, the Government of India had clarified that CSR Funds may be spent for various activities related to COVID 19 under the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013. Further, the Ministry of Corporate Affairs had also clarified that all contributions made to the State Disaster Management Authority will be included as CSR Activity. Further, in light of the fact that COVID 19 is a disaster situation (as declared by National Disaster Management Authority) and that contributions made in respect of it will be considered as CRS Activity (as declared by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs) the present Order has been issued. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Telangana | Telangana Govt. Issues Covid-19 Mask On Policy; Mandates Use Of Masks In While Stepping Out, Public Places And While Interacting With Others To Curb The Spread Of Corona Virus | 09-04-2020 | The Health, Medical & Family Welfare Department, Telangana (Department) has, through a Notification dated 9th April, 2020, issued COVID-19 Mask On Policy (Policy) to curb the spread of Corona Virus. The step has been taken by the Department acknowledging the fact that coronavirus infection spreads through droplets released while sneezing, coughing and talking. The policy requires keeping masks on while stepping outdoors, in closed spaces and while interacting with others. Thus, masks will prevent the droplets from escaping and potentially infect others and will also protect a person from inhaling droplets carrying the virus and the Department has recommended the use of homemade cotton double-layer reusable masks as the first line of protection. The use of homemade masks is recommended. The Policy states that the Mask should cover nose, mouth and chin completely and there should be no space between the face and mask. While using a home-made mask, it must be ensured that the pleats face downwards. The following points must also be ensured: a)All offices and work places may be encouraged to use Masks by all their employees at all the times. b)Masks should be used by all the frontline workers while on duty. c)Mask On doesnt mean that the mask will hang around the neck. d) Also, it must be remembered that Mask On is not a substitute to other measures of social distancing and hygiene. Distance of up to 2 meter should be maintained from others at all times, wash hands thoroughly and frequently and avoid touching face or eyes. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Telangana | Government Of Telangana Issued Circular Dated 9Th April 2020 Allowing Industrial Oxygen Manufacturers To Apply For Licence To Manufacture Medical Oxygen | 09-04-2020 | The Drug Control Administration. Government of Telangana vide Circular dated 9th April 2020 have stated that authorised manufacturers of industrial oxygen in the state of Telangana will be granted licence to manufacture medical oxygen on fulfilling the following conditions: a. Application to be made as per Drugs and Cosmetics Act, b. undertaking to be provided by such manufacturer to manufacture medical oxygen in accordance to the Indian Pharmacopeia and labelling requirement under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, c. Standard quality material should be used and the finished product shall be sold at a price not more than what is fixed by State/Central Government, d. Proper record of manufacture and supply should be maintained. | Advisory | Manufacturing [Manufacturer of Industrial Oxygen] | No end date specified |
| Telangana | Advisory For Maintain Safe And Adequate Blood Supply During The Covid-19 Pandemic | 09-04-2020 | The Drugs Control Administration, Government of Telangana has in a notification dated 09th April, 2020 has urged all the Blood Banks and all enforcement officers of the Drugs Control Administration of the Telangana State to try and follow the guidance released by the World Health Organization on priority in order to maintain safe and adequate blood supply during the COVID-19 pandemic. The World Health Organization has stressed upon: 1. Mitigating the Potential risk of transmission through the transfusion of Blood and Blood components by way of : Donor education, self-deferral, deferral of at-risk donor, quarantine of blood component, retrieval of in-date products based on report of post-donation illness in the donor etc. during Blood Donation & Transfusions. 2. Mitigating the risk of staff and donor exposure to COVID-19 by way of : Use of appropriate protective measure by Blood bank staff, Organizing of donation procedures to minimize contagion between donors and to staff, & reduction in Blood Bank staff etc. 3. Mitigating the impact of reduced availability of Blood Donors by way of: Blood Banks to be vigilant and to closely monitor on daily basis to consider the sufficiency/adequacy risk of blood and blood products to enable preparedness and response. Donor/Public awareness towards encouraging donations and to reduce donor anxiety & fears in crucial time of COVID-19. 4. Managing the demand for blood and blood products: Blood services should continually assess their blood stocks carefully in anticipation of uncertainty in the scale of collection activities. To safeguard blood stocks good patient blood management is necessary. 5. Ensure undisrupted supplies of Critical material and equipment: Blood banks must take steps to ensure continuity of supplies. 6. Communication: Public and stakeholder confidence in the blood system is important. All the staff of blood bank are made to made to understand about the infectious threat and actions taken to ensure safety and reliability of the blood supply and the safety of staff and donors. 7. Collection of Convalescent plasma: On which details guidelines will be issued in future. | Advisory | Blood Banks | No end date specified |
| Rajasthan | Three Layered Standard Masks Or Cloth Masks To Be Compulsorily Worn By All Persons In Urban Areas And Mandis In Rajasthan | 09-04-2020 | The Chief Minister of Rajasthan has directed all persons in 196 urban areas (municipal corporations, municipalities and municipal councils) and agriculture markets (mandis) in the State to mandatorily wear masks. All persons traveling in private or state vehicles as well as people working at any site, office or workplace are required to wear masks. He has also directed that no person be allowed to enter or exit curfew areas i.e., 38 areas of the State. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Goa | Goa Police Advisory For Whatsapp Group Admins Regarding Fake News | 09-04-2020 | The Goa Police have issued an advisory for the users and admins of WhatsApp in an attempt to fight fake news even as the country battles with COVID-19. The police in its circular has issued a list of instructions and has asked people to not post fake news, hate speech or misinformation in WhatsApp groups. It has also asked people to check the source and veracity of any news/image/video/meme you receive, before posting it on the group. The admins of WhatsApp groups have also been asked to inform the police if any member resorts to mischief and share objectionable content. Any violations will be dealt with firmly as per law including apprehension of the offenders and appropriate action under the preventive sections of law," mentioned the police in its circular | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Andhra Pradesh | Provision Of Separate Op In All Govt. / Private Hospitals For Patients Suffering With Symptoms Like Fever, Cough & Cold | 09-04-2020 | The Health Department of Andhra Pradesh has instructed the Private Hospitals to provide a separate entrance and maintain a separate OP (with unique room no. i.e., C-19) between 9 am to 2 pm for patients exhibiting symptoms like fever, cough and cold to avoid spreading of COVlD-19 infection to healthcare professionals and other patients. Further, all patients shall be examined by healthcare professionals duly wearing Personal Protective Equipments (PPEs) and N-95 masks; If any patient is admitted in casualty exhibiting COVlD -19 like symptoms, ensure to keep such patient separated from other patients. | Mandatory | Human health and social work activities | No end date specified |
| Central | Epfo Introduces Provision For A Special Withdrawal From The Epf Scheme To Fight Covid-19 Pandemic; Comes Out With A Completely New Software; Relaxes Date Of Birth Correction Criteria To Ease Kyc Compliance | 09-04-2020 | The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has, through a Press Release dated 9th April 2020, informed that a provision for a special withdrawal from the EPF Scheme to fight Covid-19 pandemic as a part of the Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Yojana scheme was announced by the EPFO through a Notification on the matter was made to introduce a para 68 L (3) of the EPF Scheme dated 28th March 2020. Under this provision non-refundable withdrawal to the extent of the basic wages and dearness allowances for three months or up to 75% of the amount standing to member's credit in the EPF account, whichever is less, is provided. The member can apply for lesser amount also. This, being an advance, does not attract income tax deductions. Accordingly, EPFO has introduced a completely new software which has been developed from scratch and a receipt module for on-line receipt of the claims and deployed on 29th March 2020 and is in paperless form to curtail any physical movement in view of social distancing. Also, considering the threat posed by the COVID-19 pandemic and dire need of money in these trying times, EPFO has decided to process advance to fight COVID-19 pandemic on top priority. And since the introduction of this program, it has processed about 1.37 lakh claims disbursing an amount of Rs. 279.65 crores and the remittances of the moneys has already started taking place. Additionally, EPFO has also relaxed date of birth correction criteria to ease KYC compliance enabling submission of claim to fight pandemic online. EPFO shall now accept the date of birth recorded in the Aadhaar card of a subscriber as a valid proof for rectification of the date of birth in Provident Fund records and all cases with variation in date of birth up to three years are now being accepted by EPFO. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Epfo Puts In Place An Electronic Mechanism For Crediting Epf And Eps Accounts Of Its Subscribers As Per The Pmgky Package Announced By The Goi; Valid For Wage Periods Of March, April & May 2020 | 09-04-2020 | The Employees Provident Funds Organisation has, through a Circular dated 10th April 2020, notified a Scheme to implement the Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Yojana (PMGKY) package for credit of employees & employers share of Employees' Provident Fund (EPF) & Employees' Pension Scheme (EPS) contributions (24% of wages) for three months by Government of India (GOI). Background: The GOI on 26th March 2020 announced Rs.1.70 Lakh Crore relief package under PMGKY for the poor to help them fight the battle against Corona Virus Pandemic. As part of the said package, it proposes to pay 24 percent of the monthly wages into EPF accounts for next three months of Wage earners below Rs. 15,000 per month, who are employed in establishments having up to one hundred employees, with 90% or more of such employees earning monthly wages less than Rs.15000/-. To implement the aforesaid package, the Department notified a Scheme with guidelines herein below: Validity of Scheme: The Scheme will be in operation for the wage months- March 2020, April 2020 and May 2020. Eligibility for Scheme benefits: Ã For Establishments: To be eligible for benefits, following conditions should be fulfilled: (i) The establishment or factory should already be covered and registered under the Employees Provident Funds & Misc. Provisions Act, 1952. (ii) The total number of employees employed in the establishment should be up to 100 (one hundred), with 90% or more of such employees should be drawing monthly wages less than Rs.15000/. ÃFor Employees: (i) Employee should be employed in any eligible establishment earning monthly wages of less than Rs.15000/-. The UAN of the employee should be seeded with his/her Aadhaar. (ii) Employee should be a member of EPF Scheme, 1952 & Employees Pension Scheme, 1995 whose contributions are received for any period during last six months (September 2019 to February 2020) in the ECR filed by any eligible establishment against his/her UAN. Such contributions in ECR should have been received on monthly wage of less than Rs.15000/- (iii) It is clarified that if any employee is already a registered beneficiary and his/her employer is availing benefits of payment of employers share by Central Government under PMRPY/PMPRPY 2016, no such benefit in r/o such employee shall be available under this Scheme of PMGKY. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Gujarat | Gujarat Pcb Extends The Storage Period Of Hazardous Waste Beyond 90 Days During Lockdown In Light Of Covid-19 Outbreak; Occupiers Must Ensure Safe And Environmentally Sound Storage Of The Waste | 09-04-2020 | The Gujarat Pollution Control Board (Board) has, through an Order dated 9th April 2020, permitted occupiers of facilities to store hazardous and other waste for a maximum period of 90 days as per the provisions of the Hazardous and Other Waste (Management and Transboundary Movement) Rules 2016 (Rules). Further, the State Pollution Control Board has the power to extend the period of storage upto 180 days in certain cases on justifiable grounds. Please note the Order will cease to be in force from the date of lifting of lockdown by the Government. During this period, the occupier should ensure safe and environmental sound storage of hazardous and other waste so that there is no adverse effect on the environment. Background: In exercise of its powers under the Rules, the Board has taken the above decision of extending the storage period of hazardous wastes beyond the legally permissible time period of 90 days, considering the extraordinary situation of the outbreak of COVID-19 and subsequent declaration of lockdown in order to contain the spread of COVID-19. | Mandatory | All | 08-07-2020 |
| Punjab | Punjab Government Extends Validity Period Of Approvals To Boiler Units Till June 30 | 09-04-2020 | Punjab Government extends period of validity of approvals to operate the boilers/ approvals to repair / manufacturers under the Boiler Act, 1923 having expiry on or after 15th March, 2020 up to 30th June, 2020. | Mandatory | Boiler units | 30-06-2020 |
| Meghalaya | Meghalaya Epidemic Diseases, Covid-19 (Second Amendment) Regulations, 2020 | 09-04-2020 | The existing Regulation 5 shall be substituted as under - All Hospitals (Government & Private) during screening of such cases shall ascertain the history of travel of the person and record and intimate the Health Department and DC office if she/he has travelled to any country or area where COVID-19 has been reported. In addition the history of coming in contact with a suspected or confirmed case of COVID-19 shall be recorded. Amendment of Regulation 6 - For the words, " No Laboratory without authorization will collect and test samples for COVID-19 in the State of Meghalaya | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Irdai Permits Insurers To Grant A Moratorium Of Three Months Towards Payment Of Instalments Falling Due Between 1St March, 2020 And 31St May, 2020 | 08-04-2020 | In furtherance to the RBI notification dated 27th March, 2020 and pursuant to the representations received from industry associations seeking moratorium on repayment of term loans sanctioned by the Insurers in light of prevailing situation caused due to COVID-19 the Insurance Regulatory Development Authority of India has issued the following directions: 1. In respect of term loans, insurers can grant a moratorium of 3 months towards payment of instalments falling due between 1st March, 2020 and 31st May, 2020. The repayment schedule for such loans and also the residual tenor, will be shifted across the board by three months subsequent to the moratorium period; 2. Interest will continue to accrue on the outstanding portion of the term loans during such moratorium period; 3. The asset classification of term loans which are granted relief will be determined on the basis of revised due dates and revised repayment schedule; 4. The rescheduling of payments, including interest, will not qualify as a default for the purpose of reporting of Non Performing Assets (NPAs); 5. Insurers to frame Board approved policies to extend above mentioned reliefs to all eligible borrowers; 6. Concurrent Auditors in their reports for the quarter ending June, 2020 must confirm that the insurers have complied with the Board Approved policy in granting moratorium | Mandatory | Financial and insurance activities | No end date specified |
| Central | Clarification On Passing Of Ordinary & Special Resolution By Mca Amid Covid-19 Outbreak | 08-04-2020 | The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) through Circular No.14/ 2020 dated 8th April, 2020, has encouraged the companies to take all decisions of urgent nature which requires the approval of members, other than items of ordinary business or business where any person has a right to be heard, through the mechanism of postal ballot or e-voting in accordance with the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 without holding a general meeting, which requires physical presence of members at a common venue. The circular also provides the procedure which shall be adopted by the companies in case holding of an extra ordinary general meeting (EGM) which is unavoidable. It shall be noted that such procedure needs to be adopted by the company for conducting an extra ordinary general meeting (EGM) on or before 30th June, 2020. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Central | Central Labour Commissioner Directs All Regional Heads To Collate Data With Respect To Stranded Migrant Workers From Corporates / Employers / Relief Camps/Shelter | 08-04-2020 | The Central Labour Commissioner under the Ministry of Labour & Employment has directed all Regional Heads to collate data with respect to stranded migrant workers within three days. The places from where the details of the migrant worker needs to be collated are :- 1. Relief camps / shelter (District wise) 2. Employers / Corporates whose labour is IN-SITU at workplace 3. Localities where migrant workers are generally clustered The data which needs to be collated are:- Name, age, gender, occupation, contact number, last residence address, native district, native state, bank account number, IFSC code, Ujjwala (Y/N), Aadhar Number The order also has annexure I & II which lists down occupations for the migrant workers. The name and contract number of the officer in charge for each region has been mentioned in the order. | Mandatory | All | 11-04-2020 |
| Delhi | Government Of Nct Of Delhi Orders All Citizens To Wear Masks While Moving In A Public Place | 08-04-2020 | The Delhi Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) in an order dated 8th April, 2020, in light of studies suggesting that wearing masks can reduce spread of corona virus (COVID-19) apart from social distancing measures, has directed people to wear masks at all times when moving in public places in the National Capital Territory (NCT) of Delhi. The Chairperson, State Executive Committee, Government of NCT of Delhi, in order to stop the spread of COVID-19, has directed the following measures 1. All people moving in public places like street, hospital, office, markets must wear 3ply mask or cloth mask compulsorily. 2. Any person moving around in his personal and official vehicle must wear masks. 3. People working at any site / office / workplace must wear the masks as mentioned. 4. No person / officer will attend any meeting / gathering without wearing masks. 5. The masks can be standard masks, available with the chemist, or even homemade washable masks which can be reused after proper washing and disinfecting them. 6. It should be the responsibility of the employer to ensure that the employees compulsorily wear 3ply mask or cloth masks. The above mentioned guidelines have also been issued for specific districts of Delhi by the Delhi Police namely, Lajpat Nagar, Punjabi Bagh, Rohini and Parliament Street. The orders of the same are attached for reference. NOTE: Anybody violating these instructions will be punishable under the Section 188 of Indian Penal Code (48 of 1860) and will be strictly penalised. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Maharashtra | Mandatory Use Face Masks - Municipal Corporation Of Greater Mumbai | 08-04-2020 | The Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai (MCGM) has in a notification dated 8th April, 2020 under the powers of Rule 10 of the Maharashtra Epidemic Diseases (COVID-19) Regulations, 2020 announced the following containment measures in the City of Mumbai 1) All persons moving for whatsoever purpose in public places like street, hospital, office, markets must be wearing 3 ply mask or cloth mask compulsorily. 2) Any person who is moving around in his personal and official vehicles must be wearing these masks compulsorily. 3) Any person, traffic vehicle, working at any site/office/workplace must wear the masks as mentioned above. 4) No person/officer will attend any meeting/gathering, work place without wearing these masks as mentioned above. 5) These masks may be the standard mask available with the chemist or even home made washable masks and can be reused after proper washing and disinfection. The MCGM has also clarified that any person violating these instructions will be punishable under Section 188 of the IPC and will be strictly penalized and may be arrest by the police officers or the officers appointed by the Assistant Commissioners of these wards. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Meghalaya | Meghalaya Frames Rules For Truck Drivers/Handymen Entering State | 08-04-2020 | The Secretary to the State Government of Meghalaya, Health and Family Welfare, has vide Order No.Health.94/2020/16 put in place protocols as detailed below to be followed by truck drivers and handymen entering the state for transporting essential commodities. 1. Trucks will have to be disinfected at the entry point. 2. At entry point drivers and handymen will be scanned. 3. Drivers and handymen will also be provided with masks and hand sanitizers. 4. Registration has to be done at the entry point by all trucks by giving their full name, address, contact number, travel history for the last 14 days and details of any symptoms of fever, cough, breathing difficulty, etc. 5. At the entry point they should have provided the detail purpose of entry along with destination and date of departure. 6. They should provide the name/ address and contact number of the owner/agency. 7. The drivers and handyman to carry along with them packaged food and no stoppages will be allowed except in extreme circumstances. 8. The drivers and handyman should not come out from their vehicles except when they need to use washroom which is available in petrol pump. Petrol pump are to ensure that washroom are kept clean condition with enough bleaching powder and running water. 9. Drivers and handyman should stay at identified place in case they required to stay for the night and to inform authorities concerned accordingly. 10. For loading and unloading commodities agency concerned should make arrangements for the local labour available to assist them. 11. Drivers and handyman should maintain hand hygiene cough etiquette and social distancing. 12. IEC materials in Hindi and Khasi are to be handed over to driver and handyman for Constance reference. | Mandatory | Transport (Motor Transport Workers) | No end date specified |
| Odisha | State Govt. Of Odisha Has Issued Master Circular Wherein, All Critical Notifications Have Been Consolidated With Respect To Movement Of Personnel, Usage Of Cloth Mask, Strict Lockdown In Hotspots Etc. | 08-04-2020 | The State Govt. of Odisha has issued Master Circular dated 8th April, 2020 wherein the govt. has consolidated the critical notifications / orders with respect to the following: - 1. Use of Cloth face mask: - To control the spread of COVID-19 virus the State Govt. has advised to use cloth face mask in public places. The disposal of the non-cloth based mask needs to be done as per the Bio-Medical Waste Management (specially hospitals / clinics etc.) and places where such protocol cannot be practised the mask if not cloth based and not re-usable (triple layer mask) then, it should be stored in a covered container with bleach solution (5%) and should be disposed off by burning or deep burial. The master circular also has pictorial depiction on how to create mask at home. 2. Complete shutdown in COVID-19 hotspots for 48 hours: - The State government identified Cuttack city, Bhubaneswar city and Bhadrak town as hotspots of COVID-19 virus and have issued complete shutdown from 8:00 PM of 3rd April 2020 to 8:00 PM of 5th April 2020. All movement pass during these 48 hours stands suspended. Few exceptions are:- a) Hospitals b) Police, Fire and Ambulance c) Telecom services identified by Secretary, Electronics & IT Dept. d) Petrol pumps identified by respective Municipal Authorities e) Railways and Airport for Cargo operation f) Electronic Media identified by Commissionerate/District Police g) IT/ITES/Call Centres relating to COVID-19 management(other IT/ITES as identified by Secretary, E&IT Dept.) h) Water Supply, sanitation and sewerage workers of respective municipal authorities i) Electricity supply and distribution j) Medicine stores as identified by respective Municipal authorities/ Drug Controller k) Movement of goods vehicles, loaded or unloaded l) COVID-19 tracing, testing, quarantine, isolation and containment related movements allowed by Health & Family Welfare Department. 3. Ensuring supply of essential goods and services: - The State government has set-up control room to monitor the following : - a. Issues with respect to implementation of lockdown b. Uninterrupted availability of essential goods and services. c. State Level Monitoring Unit on Goods & Services (SALAM) The master circular has published the contact details of person in-charge for each of the above mentioned points. 4. Movement of permitted goods / Individuals delivering essential goods and services: - 1. Retailers of cattle feeds, poultry feeds, and other live-stick feed to be allowed to open shops. Urban Local Body / officers to issue vehicle pass. 2. SEBI regulated stock market entities to work from office. 3. To provide emergency banking facilities through mobile ATMs and Business Correspondents at fixed points at gram panchayats. 4. Dhabas and vehicles repair shops to stay open for Inter/Intra-state movement of goods. 5. Personnel involved in supply of milk and milk products to be provided with movement pass. 6. Trade License to be a valid document for vehicle movement of personnel involved in home-deliver of grocery. the employee delivering should have the trade license and a valid ID proof. 7. Free movement of doctors, nurses and other health personnel. They should have a valid ID card. 8. The Vehicles carrying essential commodities shall be allowed smooth movement during the lockdown period. 5. Additional guidelines for Industries: - a. All construction activity to stop except activities involving construction of healthcare facilities and work related to COVID-19. b. Employers of Public / Private establishments are requested to not terminate any employees specially casual workers, contractual workers and not to reduce their wages. c. Workers taking leaves should be deemed to be on duty without any consequential deduction of wages. | Mandatory | All | 30-04-2020 |
| Odisha | Governor Of Odisha Enforces The Epidemic Diseases (Amendment) Ordinance, 2020 | 08-04-2020 | The Governor of Odisha enforced the Epidemic Diseases (Amendment) Ordinance, 2020 inserting an additional subject for regulation of procurement of goods, services and equipments necessary for prevention and control of the epidemic disease, along with an amendment to the penalty prescribed under the Act i.e., anyone disobeying or violating the provisions of the Act will be liable to be imprisoned for a term up to 2 years or with fine up Rs. 10,000. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Sikkim | Specific Medical Shops To Remain Open From 9Am To 7Pm In Sikkim Notified (From April 8 To April 15). | 08-04-2020 | The Government of Sikkim, vide order no. 1812/DC(E) /2020 dated 8th April 2020, directed 10 medical shops to be open between 9 AM to 7 PM in Gangtok, Rangpo, Rongli and Pakyong. This Order is valid from 8-04-2020 to 15-04-2020. | Mandatory | Chemist Shops | 15-04-2020 |
| Telangana | Govt Of Telangana Allows Factories To Use Boilers Whose Renewal Is Due In March, April, May 2020 Upto 31 May 2020 | 08-04-2020 | Govt of Telangana vide Order dated 8th April 2020 has allowed factories having boilers whose renewal is due in the month of March, April, May 2020 to use such boilers till 31st May 2020 subject to the following conditions: a. during exemption period Boiler shall be operated as per existing laws b. no repairs shall be carried out to the Boiler during this exemption period without taking the permission from the Director of Boilers, Telangana, Hyderabad and During the period of exemption, the owner of the boiler is not restricted from applying for renewal of the boiler certificate | Advisory | Factories having Boiler | 31-05-2020 |
| Bihar | Electricity Tariff To Be Reduced By 10 Paise Per Unit For All Categories, Monthly Metre Fee Waived, Effective From April 1 | 08-04-2020 | Bihar Cabinet in a press release decides to extend the term of Bihar Taxation Dispute Resolution Rules, 2020 for three months, electricity rates cheaper for all category of citizens along with promotion of class 1-11 (except class 10) without annual exams along with other cabinet decisions in view of COVID-19 pandemic. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Do Letter Dt. 7.4.2020 To Chief Secretaries And Administrators Reg. Essential Commodities By Invoking Essential Commodities Act | 07-04-2020 | In a Letter from the Home Secretary, Government of India dated April 07, 2020, it has been advised to the State/Union Territory Governments to take urgent steps to ensure availability of the essential goods, by invoking provisions of the Essential Commodities (EC) Act 1955. The letter states that the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) by its orders under the Disaster Management Act have already allowed manufacture/production, transport and other related supply-chain activities in respect of essential goods like foodstuff, medicines and medical equipment. However, there are reports of loss of production due to various factors, especially reduction in labour supply. In this situation, the possibility of inventory building/hoarding and black marketing, profiteering, and speculative trading, and the resulting price rise of essential goods cannot be ruled out. In this regard, the State/Union Territory Governments are advised to take urgent steps to ensure availability of these essential goods, by invoking provisions of the Essential Commodities (EC) Act 1955. These measures include fixing of stock limits, capping of prices, enhancing production, inspection of accounts of dealers and other such actions. Offences under EC Act are criminal offences and may result in imprisonment of 7 years or fine or both. State/Union Territory Governments may also consider detention of offenders under the Prevention of Black-marketing and Maintenance of Supplies of Essential Commodities Act, 1980. Further, the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution, Government of India, are authorising States/Union Territories to notify orders under the EC Act, 1955 by relaxing the requirement of prior concurrence of the Central Government up to June 30, 2020. It urges the Chief Secretaries of all States and the Administrators of all Union territories to personally take urgent steps to ensure availability of these commodities at fair prices for public at large. | Advisory | Directed to State Governments/ UT Administrations | No end date specified |
| Central | The Government Has Allowed Makers Of Industrial Oxygen To Manufacture Oxygen For Medical Use To Help Combat Covid-19 | 07-04-2020 | The Drug Controller General of India (DCGI) has asked all state and union territory drug controllers to take action for granting licence to manufacturers of industrial oxygen to make oxygen for medical use in public interest in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak. To ensure the availability and supply of oxygen for medical use it has been decided in public interest that premises which are having facility to manufacture industrial oxygen should be granted manufacturing licence to manufacture oxygen for medical use within 24 hours of receiving the application, fees, etc. as per the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940 and rules | Mandatory | Manufacturers of Industrial Oxygen | No end date specified |
| Central | Mha Directs All Chief Secretaries And Administrators To Take Urgent Steps To Ensure Availability Of Essential Goods, Directs Steps To Be Taken Against Hoarding, Black Marketing, Etc. | 07-04-2020 | In a letter dated 7th April, 2020 by the Ministry of Home Affairs (Ministry), Government of India has directed Chief Secretaries and Administrators of all states to take urgent steps to ensure availability of essential goods, by invoking provisions of the Essential Commodities Act, 1955 (EC Act). The measures that all States / UTs have to take with regard to availability of essential goods are as follows ¢ Fixing of stock limits, ¢ Capping prices of goods, ¢ Enhancing production, ¢ Inspection of accounts of dealers, ¢ Other such actions. NOTE Offences under the EC Act are criminal offences and may result in imprisonment of 7 years or fine or both. Moreover, the State / UT Governments may also consider detention of offenders under the Prevention of Black-Marketing and Maintenance of Supplies of Essential Commodities Act, 1980. Background: These measures are being put up as due to the current pandemic of COVID-19, specially due to reduction in labour supply, there is a possibility of inventory building / hoarding and black marketing, profiteering, and speculative trading thus resulting in price rise of essential goods. So these measures will stop the price rise of essential goods to a great extent. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Karnataka | Lab Testing Protocol | 07-04-2020 | The Government of Karnataka has released an Order dated April 7, 2020 from the Additional Chief Secretary to Government Health and Family Welfare Department regarding lab testing protocols for COVID- 19. The Order takes into view the recent revision of protocol done by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)-Government of India and supersedes all the previous circulars to release revised guidelines for Lab Testing Protocol in Karnataka. | Mandatory | All Testing Labs of Karnataka | No end date specified |
| Tamil Nadu | Continuous Process Industries | 07-04-2020 | The Industries Department of Tamil Nadu has clarified that continuous process industries whose operations shall be permitted shall include: i. Steel; ii. Refineries; iii. Cement; iv. Chemicals; v. Fertilizers; vi. Textiles (Excluding Garmenting); vii. Sugar Mills; viii. Glass; xi. Foundries; x. Tanneries; xi. Paper; xii. Tyre; xiii. Common Effluent Treatment Plants; Furthermore, the following processes/ activities have been permitted: i. Skeletal staff for essential maintenance of all closed industrial units; ii. Packaging and labelling of finished or manufactured goods in order to facilitate their transportation for exports; | Mandatory | Steel, Cement, Fertilizers, Sugar Mills, Foundries, Paper, CEFT, Refineries, Chemicals, Textiles (Excluding Garmenting), Glass, Tanneries, Tyre | No end date sepcified (till lockdown continues) |
| Andhra Pradesh | Containment, Control, And Prevention Of Covid 19 Epidemic - Consolidated Guidelines - Government Of Andhra Pradesh | 07-04-2020 | The Ministry of Home Affairs have issued latest consolidated guidelines with regard to the exceptions for lock down. Strictly implementation of the consolidated guidelines as per Annexure to this Order, which have been mentioned below has been mandated by the Government of Andhra Pradesh. 1. Offices of the Government of India, its Autonomous / Subordinates Offices and Public Corporations shall be closed. Exceptions: a. Defence, central armed police forces. b. Treasury (including, Pay and Accounts Offices, Financial Advisers and field offices of the Controller General of Accounts, with bare minimum staff). c. Public utilities (including petroleum, CNG, LPG, PNG), power generation and transmission units, post offices. d. Disaster Management and Early warning Agencies. e. National Informatics Centre. f. Customs clearance at ports/ airports / land border, GSTN and MCA 21 Registry with bare minimum staff. g. Reserve Bank of India and RBI regulated financial markets and entities like NPCI, CCIL, payment system operators and standalone primary dealers with bare minimum staff. 2. Offices of the State / Union Territory Governments their Autonomous Bodies, Corporations, etc. shall remain closed. Exceptions: a. Police, home guards, civil defence, fire and emergency services, disaster management, and prisons. b. District administration and Treasury (including field offices of the Accountant General with bare minimum staff) c. Electricity, water, sanitation. d. Municipal bodies- Only staff required for essential services like sanitation, personnel related to water supply etc. e. Resident Commissioner of States, in New Delhi with bare minimum staff, for coordinating Covid-19 related activities and internal kitchens operations f. Forest offices :Staff/ workers required to operate and maintain zoo, nurseries, wildlife, firefighting in forests, watering plantations, patrolling and their necessary transport movement. g. Social Welfare Departments, with bare minimum staff, for operations of Homes for children/ disables/ senior citizens/ destitute/ women /widows; Observations homes; pensions. h. Agencies engaged in procurement of agriculture products, including MSP operations. i. Mandis operated by the Agriculture Produce Market Committee or as notified by the State Government. The above offices (SI. No 1&2) should work with minimum number of employees. All other offices may continue to work-from-home only. 3. Hospitals, Veterinary Hospitals and all related medical establishments, including their manufacturing and distribution units, both in public and private sector, such as dispensaries, chemist, Pharmacies (including Jan Aushadhi Kendra) and medical equipment shops, laboratories, Pharmaceutical research labs, clinics, nursing homes, ambulance etc. will continue to remain functional. The transportation for all medical personnel, nurses, para-medical staff, other hospital support services be permitted. 4. Commercial and private establishments shall be closed down. Exceptions: a. Shops, including ration shops (under PDS), dealing with food, groceries, fruits and vegetables, dairy and milk booths, meat and fish, animal fodder, fertilizers, seeds and pesticides. However, district authorities may encourage and facilitate home delivery to minimize the movement of individuals outside their homes. b. Banks, insurance offices, and ATMs including IT vendors for banking operations; Banking Correspondent and ATM operation and cash management agencies. c. Print and electronic media. d. Telecommunications, internet services, broadcasting and cable services. IT and IT enabled Services only (for essential services) and as far as possible to work from home. e. Delivery of all essential goods including food, pharmaceuticals, medical equipment through E-commerce. f. Petrol pumps, LPG, Petroleum and gas retail and storage outlets. g. Power generation, transmission and distribution units and services. h. Capital and debt market services as notified by the Securities and Exchange Board of India. i. Cold storage and warehousing services. j. Private security services. k. Data and call centers for Government activities only. l. Farming operations by farmers and farm workers in the field. m. 'Custom Hiring Centres (CHC)' related to farm machinery. n. Shops of agriculture machinery, its spare parts (including its supply chain) and repairs to remain open. o. Shops for truck repairs on highways, preferably at fuel pumps. All other establishments may work-from-home only. 5. Industrial Establishments will remain closed. Exceptions: a. Manufacturing units of essential goods, including drugs, pharmaceutical, medical devices, their raw materials & intermediates. b. Production units, which require continuous process, after obtaining required permission from the State Government. c. Coal and mineral production, transportation, supply of explosives and activities incidental to mining operations. d. Manufacturing units of packaging material for food items, drugs, pharmaceutical and medical devices. e. Manufacturing and packaging units of Fertilizers, Pesticides and Seeds. f. Tea industry, including plantation with maximum of 50% workers. 6. All transport services air, rail, roadways will remain suspended. Exceptions: a. Transportation for essential goods only. b. Fire, law and order and emergency services. c. Operations of Railways, Airports and Seaports for cargo movement, relief and evacuation and their related operational organisations. d. Inter-state movement of goods/ cargo for inland and exports. e. Cross land border movement of essential goods including petroleum products and LPG, food products, medical supplies. f. Intra and inter-state movement of harvesting and sowing related machines like combined harvester and other agriculture/horticulture implements. g. Transit arrangements for foreign national(s) in India. (as per attached SOP). 7. Hospitality Services to remain suspended Exceptions: a. Hotels, home stays, lodges and motels, which are accommodating tourists and persons stranded due to lockdown, medical and emergency staff, air and sea crew. b. Establishments used/ earmarked for quarantine facilities. 8. All educational, training, research, coaching institutions etc. shall remain closed. 9. All places of worship shall be closed for public. No religious congregations will be permitted, without any exception. 10. All social/ political/ sports/ entertainment/ academic/ cultural/ religious functions /gatherings shall be barred. 11. In case of funerals, congregation of not more than twenty persons will be permitted. 12. All persons who have arrived into India after 15.02.2020, and all such persons who have been directed by health care personnel to remain under strict home / institutional quarantine for a period as decided by local Health Authorities, failing which they will be liable to legal action under Sec. 188 of the IPC. Exceptions: a. Release of quarantined persons, who have arrived in India after 15.2.2020, after expiry of their quarantine period and being tested Covid-19 negative (as per attached SOP). 13. Wherever exceptions to above containment measures have been allowed, the organizations / employers must ensure necessary precautions against COVID-19 virus, as well as social distance measures, as advised by the Health Department from time to time. 14. In order to implement these containment measures, the District Magistrate will deploy Executive Magistrates as Incident Commanders in the respective local jurisdictions. The Incident Commander will be responsible for the overall implementation of these measures in their respective jurisdictions. All other line department officials in the specified area will work under the directions of such incident commander. The Incident Commander will issue passes for enabling essential movements as explained. 15. All enforcing authorities to note that these strict restrictions fundamentally relate to movement of people, but not to that of essential goods. 16. The Incident Commanders will in particular ensure that all efforts for mobilization of resources, workers and material for augmentation and expansion of hospital infrastructure shall continue without any hindrance. 17. Any person violating these containment measures will be liable to be proceeded against as per the provisions of Section 51 to 60 of the Disaster Management Act, 2005, besides legal action under Sec.188 of the 1PC. Note: As specified in the lockdown measures, social distancing and proper hygiene practices must be ensured in each of the above activities. It will be the responsibility of the head of the organization / establishment to ensure compliance of such norms. The district authorities will ensure strict enforcement. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Assam | Standard Operating Procedure For Dead Body Disposal Of Covid-19 Positive Patient | 07-04-2020 | The Assam Health Department has issued a Standard Operating Procedure for disposal of a body of COVID-19 positive patient. Given that the main driver of transmission is through droplets, a dead body of a COVID-19 positive patient is unlikely to infect anyone else who follow standard precautions while handling a body. The SOP is with regard to: a. hand hygiene; b. use of personal protective equipment (e.g., water resistant apron, gloves, masks, eyewear). c. Safe handling of sharps; d. Disinfect bag housing dead body; instruments and devices used on the patient. e. Disinfect linen; f. Clean and disinfect environmental surfaces; The SOP also covers detailed instructions related to: a. Training in infection and prevention control practices; b. The removal of the body from the isolation room or area; c. Environmental cleaning and disinfection; d. Handling of dead body in mortuary; e. Autopsies on COVID-19 dead bodies; f. Transportation; and g. At the crematorium / Burial Ground. The Joint Director of Health Services of the concerned district in consultation with the District Surveillance Officer, IDSP shall supervise the disposal of dead bodies as per protocol and issue a certificate for the same to the Deputy Commissioner of the district. | Mandatory | Human health and social work activities | No end date specified |
| Madhya Pradesh | Hospital Protocols For The Clinical And Non-Clinical Staff During Covid-19 Pandemic | 07-04-2020 | The Directorate of Health Services, Madhya Pradesh in a Letter No./IDSP/2020/ 381 dated 07.04.2020 has asked the clinical and non-clinical staff to adhere to the following - 1. Social Distancing is an intervention to avoid contact between those who are infected with a disease-causing pathogen and those who are not, so please maintain social distancing as to stop or slow down the rate and extent of disease transmission in a community. 2. All staff need to regularly check themselves for any sign and symptom of Covid-19. Please check your temperature and who have fever or any respiratory symptoms like cough or cold, must immediately self-isolate and should not return to duties until medically assessed. The need for testing and further isolation should be assessed on case to case basis based on guideline issued. 3. Sanitizer and 1% hypochlorite should be made available at all major areas of the hospitals like wards, lifts, outside lifts and duty rooms and staff should frequently clean their hands with sanitizers 4. All staff should wear three-layer surgical mask or N-95 mask as per protocol depending upon their duties in various department of the hospital. 5. Social or physical distancing should be maintained in the hospital at all times whether in wards or duty rooms or OPDs. There should be at least 1 meter of distance between two chairs. Service providers with underlying conditions (Hypertension, Diabetes or Asthma) need to be given light duties away from the infected areas as they are more susceptible and have high risk of mortality 6. A duty roaster will be prepared for all staff and duties will be assigned in rotation. No staff should be placed for extended hours in the infected areas and proper off should be given as per the norms. Stand by teams (alternatives) should be available at all times in case of emergency. 7. Meetings with staff should be avoided or if necessary, need to be done by following the norms of social distancing or digital platforms can be used to disseminate information 8. Pregnant women coming for institutional delivery in hospital should be attended taking all safety measures for service providers and all infection prevention practices should be followed in labour room, maternity ward and OT. 9. High level of cleanliness should be maintained in the hospitals at all times and frequent disinfection should be done by 1% Sodium Hypochlorite solution. Staff engaged in cleaning should wear proper PPE and follow standard bio medical waste management protocols. | Mandatory | Hospital | No end date specified |
| Haryana | Haryana Announces Rs10,000 Rebate On Fixed Power Charge For Industries | 07-04-2020 | The Haryana Electricity Regulatory Commission (HERC) issued a notification on Wednesday announcing flat rebate of ¹10,000 in fixed electricity charges for industrial consumers for the months of March and April. The relief package was announced in view of the economic slowdown brought on by the Covid-19 outbreak and after the Haryana government received numerous representations from industry owners and their associations recently. Further the due date for payment of electricity bills for all categories of consumers which falls during the lockdown period from 25th March 2020 to 14th April 2020 shall be deemed to be extended by one month without levy of late payment/surcharge interest. | Mandatory | Industries | 14-05-2020 |
| Punjab | Reduction In Fixed Charges For Electricity Consumers, Along With Deferment Of Deadline For Payment Of Bills. | 07-04-2020 | Reduction in fixed charges for electricity consumers, along with deferment of deadline for payment of bills. No new disconnections to be made for non-payment till restrictions are withdrawn. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Haryana | Medical Oxygen Supplies Cosidered As Essential Commodity And To Be Exempted From Lockdown Measures | 07-04-2020 | All manufacturing units of Medical Oxygen Gas / Liquid, Medical Oxygen Cylinders, Cryogenic Tanks for storing liquid Oqygen, Liquid Cryogenic Cylinders, Liquid Cryogenic Cylinders Transport Tanks, Ambient vaporisers & Cryongenic Valves and accessories. Ancillary activities related to transport and movement of workers with passes is allowed. The operations has to be carried out in compliance with social distancing and specified hygienic practices. | Mandatory | Manufacturers, transporters and dealers of Medical Oxygen Supplies | No end date specified |
| West Bengal | Exemption To Transport Of Floricutlure And Beetlevine Activities And Operations In Krishak Bazars From Lockdown | 07-04-2020 | Government of West Bengal has allowed floriculture and beetlevine activities including transport and in addition to that the govt, has also allowed operations in Krishak Bazars for marketing of agriculture produce. | Mandatory | Agriculture | No end date specified |
| Maharashtra | Extension Of Storage Period Of Hazardous Waste Beyond 90 Days As Per The Provision Of Rule 8 (V) Of The Hazardous And Other Waste(M&Tm) Rules 2016. | 07-04-2020 | In light of the outbreak of COVID-19, the occupiers* may now store hazardous and other waste for a period of one hundred and eighty (180) days or allowed such waste to be stored beyond 15 days after lifting of lockdown (whichever is earlier). * (Occupier in relation to any factory or premises, means a person who has, control over the affairs of the factory or the premises and includes in relation to any hazardous and other waste, the person in possession of the hazardous or other waste). | Mandatory | Water supply, sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | No end date specified |
| Gujarat | Advisory To Provide Guidance For Care Towards Elderly, Pregnant And Persons With Co-Morbidities, In Order To Prevent Spread Of Covid-19 And Effectively Manage Covid-19 In Them | 07-04-2020 | In an Advisory dated 7th April, 2020 specifically directed to Medical superintendents, Medical College Hospitals, All Chief District Medical Officer, All Chief District Health Officer and All Superintendents Sub District Hospital, the Commissioner of Health, Gujarat has enlisted considerations for prevention for vulnerable groups in light of the pandemic COVID 19. This advisory enlists specific considerations in prevention and management strategies for at risk vulnerable groups. Elderly people, Pregnant Women and those with other comorbidities. especially Diabetes (and other Endocrinal / metabolic disorders), Hypertension, Heart Disease. Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (Bronchial Asthma and other Pulmonary Diseases), Chronic Kidney Disease, Chronic Liver Disease, Infectious diseases (Bacterial, Fungal and Tuberculosis), Cancer are known to be at greater risk of severe morbidity and mortality from COVID-19 and similar respiratory infections. Key takeaways: 1. Management Recommendation at hospital: i. Ensure institutional management in isolation wards, ideally it should have single rooms, in mild to moderate disease and immediate assessment / management of co morbidity disease. ii. For critically ill diseases, there should be high intensity treatment, like that of the Golden Hour through a team of experienced medical specialists. iii. For critical care: a.Regular hourly assessment by critical care team. b.Evaluation and diagnosis of associated infection bacterial/ fungal/ tuberculosis. c.Intensive monitoring with hourly multipara with arrhythmia monitoring, serial clinical evaluations. d.Proper monitoring of conservative fluid management. e.Vasopressors in case of early stages of hypertension in adherence to general guidelines. f.Early ventilator treatment as per protocol. g.Consider autopsy where ever permissible for understanding of the patho-physiology of the disease which may help in further treatment based on autopsy funding with associated illness. 2. Specific preparedness for older and vulnerable population: The Community preparedness planning for COVID 19 should include older adults and organisations that support their communities to ensure that their needs are taken into consideration. 3. Preventive measures at home: i. Preventive measures should also be taken at home since older people, pregnant women and those with morbidities are at increased risk for severe illness and complications in time of this pandemic. Frequent washing of hands, using sanitisers and staying at home should be ensured in order to reduce the risk of the pandemic. ii. However, if any person feels/ experiences fever, cough, trouble breathing, persistent pain/ pressure in the chest, they must immediately call the healthcare professional and inform the same. | Advisory | Healthcare | No end date specified |
| Central | Supply Of Oxygen Due To Covid-19 | 06-04-2020 | The Home Secretary of the Government of India has through D.O. letter dated 06th April 2020, has recognised that it is critical to maintain the adequate supply of medical oxygen in the wake of COVID-19 pandemic and that special attention needs to be given on keeping the supply of medical oxygen smooth and hassle-free. The following have been clarified as exempted in light of the above-mentioned: i. All manufacturing units of Medical Oxygen Gas/ liquid, Medical Oxygen Cylinders, Cryogenic Tanks for storing liquid oxygen, liquid cryogenic cylinders, Liquid Oxygen Cryogenic Transport Tanks, Ambient vaporisers and cryogenic valves, cylinder valves and accessories; ii. Transportation of the above items; iii. Cross land border movement of the above items; iv. Workers of the above-mentioned manufacturing units and their transportation should be allowed/ given passes to travel from their homes to factories and back to ensure that factories are run on full installed capacity; Social distancing and proper hygiene practices must be ensured in each of the above activities. | Mandatory | Manufacturing | No end date specified |
| Central | Dgft Lifts Restriction On Export Of Certain Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (Apis) And Formulations Made From Such Apis. | 06-04-2020 | The Directorate General of Foreign Trade has amended Schedule 2 of the ITC HS Export Policy 2018 to allow 'free' export of certain Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) and formulations made from such APIs (enumerated below), which was earlier 'Restricted'. Tinidazole Metronidazole Acyclovir Vitamin B1 Vitamin B6 Vitamin B12 Progesterone Chloramphenicol Erythromycin salts Neomycin Clindamycin salts Ornidazole Formulations made of Chloramphenicol Formulations made of Erythromycin salts Formulations made of Neomycin Formulations made of Clindamycin salts Formulations made of Ornidazole Formulations made of Metronidazole Formulations made of Acyclovir Formulations made of Vitamin B1 Formulations made of Vitamin B6 Formulations made of Vitamin B12 Formulations made of Progesterone | Mandatory | Pharmaceutical industry | No end date specified |
| Central | Amendment Export Policy Of Apis | 06-04-2020 | The Directorate General of Foreign Trade by a recent Notification No. 02/2015-2020 dated April 6, 2020 makes amendment in the chapter 29 (Organic Chemicals) and chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical) of Schedule 2 of the ITCHS Export Policy. This Notification amends the previous Notification No. 50/2015-20 dated March 03, 2020 related to export Policy of APIs and formulations made from these APIs to the extent that the APIs as mentioned in the this Notification No. 02/2015-2020 and Formulations made from these APIs are made Free for export, with immediate effect. | Mandatory | 1. Organic Chemicals 2. Pharmaceuticals | No end date specified |
| Chhattisgarh | Extension Of Renewal Period Under Different Pollution Control Acts And Rules To 30.04.2020 | 06-04-2020 | The Chhattisgarh Environment Conservation Board vide order no. 01/TS/CECB/2020 dated 06th April, 2020 issued an order stating Permission to Establish/Consent to operate /Renewal to consent to operate/ Authorisation / Renewal of Authorisation / Registration / Renewal of registration including all mandatory clearances which comes under the domain of the Chhattisgarh Environment Conservation Board which has been granted to projects proponents/ industries / institutions which has expired or is likely to expire during the lockdown/curfew period is extended to 30th of April, 2020 | Mandatory | All | 30-04-2020 |
| Kerala | Cloth Mask - Best Practices - Kerala Health & Family Welfare Department | 06-04-2020 | The Health & Family Welfare Department, Government of Kerala has in a notification No..31/F2/2020/Health dated 6th April, 2020 has released a list of best practices for creating DIY cloth masks and general guidelines for use of face masks. The notification states: 1. Cloth masks should be made of cotton cloth (thread count of 180 or more). 2. The cloth masks should be preferably made at home so that the person making the mask will ensure clean and sterile masks. 3. If the cloth mask is bought from outside, it may be washed and ironed to make doubly sure that it is clean and sterile. 4. Cloth masks are not medical masks and should not be used in health care settings. 5. Social distancing and respiratory hygiene should be observed. Use of cloth masks are not a replacement for these measures. 6. Hand washing practice should be done frequently. 7. Cloth masks can provide only marginal protection from infection. In addition to the above, the Health & Family Welfare departments has also released a list of DOs and DONTs for use and proper hygiene of face masks. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Odisha | General Public Directed To Wear Mask Covering Nose And Mouth While Stepping Out Of House. | 06-04-2020 | General public have been directed to cover their mouth and nose with any available form of mask, including handkerchief or piece of cloth in two layers, while stepping out of house. Single use masks have to be disposed of by following procedure prescribed by Health and Family Welfare Department. Cloth masks should be cleaned with soap / detergent / disinfectant and water and sun dried for at least 5 hours after every single use. Masks should not be shared with others. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Telangana | Spitting In Public Places Has Been Banned In The State Of Telangana | 06-04-2020 | The Government of Telangana has issued notification dated 6th April, 2020 wherein, it has banned spitting in public places and institutions. It has further mentioned spitting of paan / any chewable tobacco or non-tobacco product, sputum etc is banned from immediate affect (6th April 2020). | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Karnataka | Station House Officers To File Complaints In Respective Jurisdiction Courts Against Any Person Violating The Containment Measures Issued By Mha | 06-04-2020 | The Government of Karnataka vide Government Order no. RD TNR 2020, Bengaluru dated 06-04-2020, and in exercise of power conferred under clause (a) of Section 60 of the Disaster Management Act, 2005, authorised station house officers of concerned police station (not below the role of Sub Inspector), as authorised officers to file complaints in respective jurisdiction courts against any person violating the containment measures issued by MHA | Mandatory | None | No end date specified |
| Punjab | Govt Of Punjab Allows The Movement Of Bee/Honey & Related Products Amid Lockdown | 06-04-2020 | The Govt of Punjab allows the movement Of Bee/Honey & related products to/from other districts and states amid lockdown | Advisory | Industries dealing in Honey and related products; Logistics | No end date specified |
| Odisha | Order Empowering Health Dept. For Requisitioning Private Health Providers | 06-04-2020 | Health and Family Welfare Department empowered to requisition services of doctors, nursing staff, etc., associated with private healthcare providers for fighting Covid-19 as per need. | Mandatory | Human health and social work activities | No end date specified |
| Tamil Nadu | The Health And Family Welfare Department, Government Of Tamil Nadu Has Issued Additional Disinfection Procedures For Prevention Of Covid19 In Public Places. | 05-04-2020 | The Health and Family Welfare Department, Government of Tamil Nadu, vide Letter No.01/CS/2020 has issued additional disinfection procedures for prevention of COVID19 in public places. Pursuant to the letter: 1. All the seats, chairs, door handles, ticket counters and hand railings in cinema theatres should be cleaned and disinfected with Lysol spray after every show. 2. All the door handles, straps, handrails and seats of busses and trains should be cleaned with Lysol periodically after every trip. 3. In hotels, lodging houses and marriage halls, Lysol should be sprayed on the surfaces frequently touched by hands should be done periodically, as many times as possible. 4. The concentration of the Lysol spray for disinfection (Lysol IP 50% Cresol and 50% Liquid soap) for bus stands, railway stations, buses, trains, vehicles, malls, cinema theatres, marriage halls, etc., is 2.5% Lysol (1 litre of Lysol in 19 litres of water) whereas for Hospitals, clinics and ambulances is 5% Lysol, (1 litre of Lysol in 9 litres of water) 5. 1% Hypochlorite solution should be used for cleaning the floors for disinfections of floors/ambulances. 6. Different kinds of sprayers including power sprayers and water wash pumps can be used for spraying, and cleaning can be done by wet mopping 7. Metal sprayers should not be used for spraying hypochlorite solution. 8. Pharmacy Department / Pharmacology Department of Government Medical College, Government Medical College Microbiologist / District Microbiologist should monitor and certify the Hand Sanitizer preparation in all the institutions. | Mandatory | None | No end date specified |
| Punjab | The Government Has Set Up Transport Facilitation Control Rooms To Maintain Uninterrupted Movement Of Trucks Etc Carrying Essential Supplies | 05-04-2020 | In a series of new measures to ensure smooth supply of essentials to the people, the Punjab Government has set up Transport facilitation controls to maintain uninterrupted movement of trucks etc, carrying such supplies, while deciding to impose Rs. 1.85 lakh penalty against anyone found selling essential items above MRP. The newly formed transport control rooms will help the truck operators and drivers to move their trucks (loaded or empty) anywhere in Punjab for essential commodities transportation. These control rooms will liaison with various authorities to ensure that these operators dont face any problem. They will also help truckers from Punjab who are facing problems anywhere in India by coordinating with the concerned authorities of those states. Similarly, these control rooms will also help the traders, manufacturers of essential commodities based out of Punjab to engage trucks for transportation of essential commodities to its place of consumption, said the spokesperson. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Andhra Pradesh | Andhra Pradesh Pcb Extends Validity Period Of Consent To Operate And Authorization Expiring On 31St March, 2020 To 30Th June, 2020 | 05-04-2020 | Owing to the outbreak of Corona Virus (COVID-19) and the subsequent lockdown imposed thereafter, the Andhra Pradesh Pollution Control Board has extended the validity period of Consent for Operation / Authorization for industry / facility / establishment which was expiring on 31st March, 2020 to 30th June, 2020 in a Circular dated 5th April, 2020. Background It is mandatory on a part of every industry/facility/establishment to obtain valid Consent to Operate and Authorization from the Andhra Pradesh Pollution Control Board under section 26 of The Water (Prevention & Control of Pollution) Act, 1974, under section 21 of The Air (Prevention & Control of Pollution) Act, 1981 and under rule 5 of The Hazardous & Other Waste (Management and Transboundary movement) Rule, 2016, combined consent and authorization under The Bio-Medical Waste Management Rule, 2016 and The Solid Waste Management Rule, 2016 and carry out commercial production activity. It has been observed from the record of the Board, that most of the industries have obtained consent to operate from the Board with validity period up to 31.03.2020 and subsequently applied for its renewal/shall apply for renewal. In view of the COVID-19 pandemic and lockdown declared by the Government it is important that critical and essentials activities such as Hospitals, Pharmaceutical units, Biomedical waste management facilities, Municipal waste management facilities, Hazardous waste management facilities, Common Effluent Treatment Facilities, Power plants, Steel plants, Mines, Milk processing units, Food processing units are operated uninterruptedly, so that essential goods and services are available to all. Therefore, the Andhra Pradesh Pollution Control Board exercising its powers under the Water (Prevention & Control of Pollution) Act, 1974 and Air (Prevention & Control of Pollution) Act, 1981 has extended the validity of Consent to Operate up to 30th June, 2020 for all industry / facility / establishment who all have valid Consent to Operate up to 30th March, 2020 and have applied to the Board for renewal of Consent to Operate. | Mandatory | All Industries | 31-03-2020 |
| Central | Government Amends The Foreign Trade Policy, 2015-20; Bans The Export Of Hydroxychloroquine From Sezs/ Eous; Effective Immediately | 04-04-2020 | In a Gazette Notification dated 4th April, 2020, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry (Ministry) has issued amendments to the Foreign Trade Policy, 2015-20 with regard The amendment has become effective immediately. With the amendment coming into force, The export of Hydroxychloroquine and formulations made from Hydroxychloroquine falling under any ITCHS Code, including the ITCHS Codes mentioned in the Notification No. 54 dated 25.3.2020 is no longer allowed from SEZs/EOUs or against Advance Authorisation or under the Para 1.05(b) of Foreign Trade Policy 2015-20 or against full advance payment as specified in Para 2 of the Notification. The export of Hydroxychloroquine and formulations made from Hydroxychloroquine, therefore, will remain prohibited, without any exception. | Mandatory | Pharma and Healthcare | No end date specified |
| Central | Central Government Vide Notification Dated 4Th April 2020 Amends Provisions Of Itc(Hs) Policy To The Effect Of Prohibiting Export Of Diagnostic Kit | 04-04-2020 | Central Government vide Notification dated 4th April 2020 amends Schedule II of the ITS(HS) Policy in a manner to prohibit export of Diagnostic Kits | Mandatory | Pharmaceutical Industries [Exporter of Diagnostic Kits] | No end date specified |
| Central | Irdai Issues Notification Dated 4Th April To Life Insurers In Relation To Providing Grace Period For Insurance Premiums And Settlement Options For Unit Linked Policies | 04-04-2020 | The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) has in a notification dated 4th April, 2020 issued certain instructions to life insurers who are facing various operational constraints and difficulties due to the nationwide lockdown and social distancing norms. The instructions include: 1. Provision of an additional grace period of 30 days for insurance premiums falling due in March and April, 2020. 2. Where unit linked policies mature and fund value is to be paid in lumpsum for policies maturing up to 31st May, 2020, Life Insurers may offer settlement options in accordance with Regulation 25 of IRDA (Linked Insurance Products) Regulations, 2013 as a one time option irrespective of whether such option exists or not for the policy in concern. The life insurers however have to exercise due care and diligence to explain clearly the possible downside risk of continued fluctuation of fund value based on daily NAV and clear consent has to be obtained from the policyholder. | Mandatory | Life Insurers | No end date specified |
| Central | Must Run Status Of Renewable Energy Remains Unchanged | 04-04-2020 | MNRE OM dated 01-04-2020 declared renewable energy as a must run service. This OM clarifies the point further and payments to RE should be made | Mandatory | Energy | No end date specified |
| Central | Exports Of Diagnostic Kits Restricted With Immediate Effect - Director General Of Foreign Trade | 04-04-2020 | The Central Government has restricted exports of diagnostic kits with immediate effect with a view to discourage shipments amid the coronavirus outbreak. Earlier, exports of these products were allowed without any restrictions. Putting them under the restricted category would mean that an exporter will now require a special permission from the DGFT for outbound shipments. | Mandatory | Exporter of Diagnostic Kits | No end date specified |
| Central | Export Policy Of Hydroxychloroquine - Director General Of Foreign Trade | 04-04-2020 | The Director General of Foreign Trade vide Notification no. 01/2015-2020 has banned the export of hydroxychloroquine and formulation made from hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) without any exceptions. | Mandatory | Pharmaceutical | No end date specified |
| Central | Irdai Issues Circular Dated 4Th April 2020 Providing Extension Of Due Dates For Filing Regulatory Returns For Month/Quarter/Half Year/Year Ending March 2020 | 04-04-2020 | IRDAI vide Circular dated 4th April 2020 extends timeline for filing returns by all insurers for the month ending March, 2020 by 15 days and for the quarter/half year/year ending March, 2020 by 30 days. [Note - The present IRDAI Circular dated 4th April 2020 has been issued as an addendum to the previous IRDAI Circular dated 30th March 2020 on instructions to Insurers to meet the challenges on account of the developing situation owing to COVID-19] | Mandatory | Insurance | Different timeline for separate actions. |
| Central | Irda Issued Circular Dated 4Th April 2020 - Addendum To Circular Dated 23Rd March 2020 Laying Instructions To Life Insurers To Meet The Challenges On Account Of The Developing Situation Owing To Covid-19 | 04-04-2020 | IRDAI vide Circular dated 4th April 2020 provides additional grace period for payment of premium by life insurance policy holders where such payment is due in the month of March and April 2020 by 30 days [Note - The present IRDAI Circular dated 4th April 2020 is addendum to previous IRDAI Circular dated 23rd March 2020 laying instructions to Life Insurers to meet the challenges on account of the developing situation owing to COVID-19] | Mandatory | Insurance [Life Insurance] | No end date specified |
| Rajasthan | Addendum To Implementation Of Lock Down Order Dated 26-03-2020 | 04-04-2020 | Further implementaion guidelines issued basis clarifications from the Ministry of Home Affairs allowed the following activities during the lockdown: 1. Essential Goods to include items of daily use like hygiene products such as hand washes, soaps, body wash, shampoos, creams, powder, tooth paste / oral care, sanitary pads, diapers, disinfectants, surafce cleaners, detergents, charger and battery cells etc. and all such products that are ordinarily available at a grocery or provision store. Similarly, food products to include all kinds of food products, including condiments, spices, various kinds of cooking sauces, cheese etc. All activities related to the above-mentioned and connected units/ establishments with the supply chain are permitted - which include sale through shops or e-commerce/ home delivery companies, manufacturing units, godowns/ ware housing, transportation, as well as the personnel required for the sale, godown, labour for loading, transportation etc. are permitted. 2. All e-commerce/home delivery companies supplying essential items goods to be permitted (includes offices, ware houses and home delivery persons). 3. Ayush services including sale and distribution of drugs, hospital dispensaries, individual clinics and telemedicine facilities and the manufacture of Ayush drugs and the supply chain including raw material and packaging; 4. All activities related to Agriculture and Horticulture including shops dealing with seeds, fertilizers, pesticides; shops dealing with spare parts and repair of farm machinery and equipment; manufacture and packaging units of fertilizers, pesticides and seeds and all harvesting cutting and farming operations; 5. All activities related to Animal Husbandry, Dairy etc. including vererinary medicines, clinics, hospitals, shops selling fodder, cattle feed, all manufacturing units for cattle and poultry feed raw material, dairy and milk production related activities etc. 6. Inter and Intra-State transportation and related movement of all trucks and other goods carrier vehicles with one driver and one additional person, inter and intra state movement of harvesting and sowing related machines like combined harvester and other agriculture and horticulture implements, offices, godowns and depots of transport companies with minimal office staff and labour for loading/ unloading, workshops for repair of trucks along highways, Dhabas on highways, spare parts shops for transport vehicles permitted; 7. Transit travel arrangements for foreign nationals in India/ Indians returning from overseas, after completion of quarantine. For the above-mentioned activities, the organisations/ owners and employers to ensure necessary precautions againts COVID-19 virus as well as essential hygiene and social distance measures as advised from time to time; | Mandatory | Manufacturing, e-commerce, Agriculture, forestry and fishing, Transportation and storage, Human health and social work activities, Accommodation and food service activities | No end date specified |
| Rajasthan | Rajasthan Pcb Extends The Storage Period Of Hazardous Waste Beyond 90 Days During Lockdown Owing To Covid-19 Outbreak | 04-04-2020 | Considering the outbreak of COVID-19 and subsequent declaration of lockdown to contain the spread of this epidemic, the Rajasthan State Pollution Control Board, has in an Order dated 4th April, 2020 permitted occupiers to store hazardous wastes beyond 90 days. As per Rule 8 of the Hazardous and Other Waste (Management and Transboundary Movement) Rules 2016, occupiers of facilities may store the hazardous and other wastes for a period not exceeding 90 days. This Rule also empowers the Board to extend the said period of 90 days in certain cases including justifiable grounds up to 180 days. In exercise of its powers under the Rules, the Board has taken the above decision of extending the storage period of hazardous wastes beyond the legally permissible time period of 90 days. However, while granting this exemption Board has directed the occupiers to ensure: i. safe storage of the hazardous wastes so that there is no adverse effect on the environment or human health; and ii. that the hazardous wastes are not stored beyond 15 days after the lockdown is lifted. | Mandatory | All | No end date sepcified (till lockdown continues) |
| Nagaland | Order To Grocery Shops & Bakeries In Kohima To Remain Open Between 7Am-12Pm | 04-04-2020 | All Grocery shops & bakeries within Kohima Municipal Area are directed to remain open between 7am-12pm | Mandatory | Grocery shops and Bakeries | No end date specified |
| Nagaland | Directives Regarding Shops, Availability Of Essentials Etc In Mon District | 04-04-2020 | In the interest of public health and in order to contain and prevent the spread of COVID 19, the Deputy Commissioner of Mon, Nagaland, directed shops within Mon Town to remain open only for 4 days in a week, i.e., Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday from 8AM to 1PM. Banks, ATMs and Pharmacies are permitted to remain open on all working days. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| West Bengal | Advisory For Setting Up Isolation Facilities | 04-04-2020 | The Health & family Welfare Department, Government of West Bengal issued an advisory on 04-04-2020 for setting up Isolation Facility. Basis the advisory: 1. All suspect cases for COVID-19 coming in a hospital to be kept in the containment /buffer zones in isolation ward till a diagnosis is made. 2. Mixing with other general patients must be avoided to protect the health of others. Isolation refers to separation of individuals who are ill and suspected or confirmed of COVID-19. 3. Persons tested positive for COVID-19 will be shifted to designated Covid Hospital at the earliest. 4. All suspected and ill patient (having symptoms or signs suggestive of COVID-19) can be kept in a separate isolation ward with good ventilation. 5. A separate zone should be identified in each facility to accommodate such patients in case of emergency. 6. In an isolation ward, a minimum distance of 1 meter needs to be maintained between adjacent beds. 7. All such patients need to wear a triple layer surgical mask. It is recommended that transport of such infectious patients must be limited to have least movement whenever considered medically essential by the clinicians. 8. Staff and health care workers must follow proper Infection Control Policy. Staff should wear PPE before handling such suspect patients. 9. Standard protocols for hand hygiene, sample collection and BMW should be displayed clearly. 10. Standard Clinical management protocols of the Department must be followed. | Mandatory | Hospitals | No end date specified |
| Bihar | Govt Of Andhra Pradesh Orders Hospitals To Direct Patients With Symptoms Of Covid To State / District Level Covid Hospitals. | 04-04-2020 | Health Medical and Family Welfare Department, Govt of Andhra Pradesh vide order dated 4th April 2020 has instructed all Private and Government Hospitals to advise the patients with any COVID like symptoms, even could be due to LVF, Bronchial Asthma, ARDS, SARI, Acute Myocardial infarction etc. and other similar kind of issues to go to dedicated State / District level COVID hospitals. | Mandatory | Government and Private Hospitals | No end date specified |
| Rajasthan | Interest And Market Fee Waiver Scheme Of Agricultural Marketing Department Extended Till June 30 | 04-04-2020 | CM of Rajasthan has extended the Interest and Market Fee Waiver Scheme of Agricultural Marketing Department till June 30. This will benefit traders and individuals both. | Mandatory | Agriculture | 30-06-2020 |
| Gujarat | Gujarat Labour Department Extends The Due Date For Renewal Of License Under Contract Labour (Regulation And Abolition) Act, 1970 | 04-04-2020 | The Gujarat Labour Department has suspended the requirement of renewing licences, maintenance of registers and records of the contract labour engaged (for contractors) under the Contract Labour (Regulation and Abolition) Act, 1970 till 15th May, 2020 provided the contractors renewal of licence falls in the month of March. April and May, 2020. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Extension Of Validity Of Ship Sanitation Certificate For All Indian Registered Vessels Operating On The Coast Of India In View Of The Covid Outbreak | 03-04-2020 | The Directorate General of Shipping vide DGS Order no. 09 of 2020 dated 03-04-2020 has extended the Validity of Ship Sanitation Certificate of all Indian registered Vessels on the coast of India up to 30.06.2020 | Mandatory | Shipping | 30-06-2020 |
| Central | Extension Of Validity Of Ship Sanitation Certificate Till 30 June 2020 | 03-04-2020 | The validity period of Ship Sanitation Certificate for all Indian registered vessels operating on the coast of India, is extended till 30 June 2020 | Mandatory | Shipping | 30-06-2020 |
| Central | Mha Clarifies Ground Level Issues Faced By States While Ensuring Smooth Flow Of Supply Chain Of Essential Items | 03-04-2020 | In a Press relaease dated 03.04.2020, Ministry of Home Affairs has stated that pursuant to the lockdown order, the people at ground level have been interpreting the same differently. This has been a hindrance to the smooth flow of supply chain. 1. The communication clarified the following: i. laboratories have been exempted from lockdown restrictions. This includes the testing laboratories in the private sector for Covid-19 samples. ii. exceptions to sale (including through e-Commerce), production, warehousing and transport of essential goods such as food, groceries, fruits and vegetables, dairy and milk products, meat and fish, animal fodder, seeds, fertilizers and pesticides, agriculture produce, drugs, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, their raw material and intermediaries have been specifically mentioned in the guidelines. In a communication dated 29th March, 2020, it was clarified that grocery would include hygiene products such as hand washes, soaps, disinfectants, body wash, shampoos, surface cleaners, detergents and tissue papers, toothpaste / oral care, sanitary pads and diapers, charger and battery cells etc. In order to streamline further, the following clarifications were issued: i.Food and groceries would include all items of food and grocery that are usually consumed by people on a day to day basis; ii. In view of the difficulties faced for getting passes under the exempted category, by businesses having nation-wide supply chain of essential goods, the State / UT Governments have been advised to issue authorization letters to companies/ organisations having nation-wide supply chain of essential goods, allowing them to issue regional passes for easy movement of critical staff and workers in order to maintain supply chain; iii. In order to address this and to accelerate unloading and mobility of goods across the country, it has been clarified that the designated authorities under Railways, Ports and Airports be allowed to issue passes for a critical mass of staff and contractual labour that are essential for such operations. iv. Inter-state and intra-state movement of all trucks and other goods / carrier vehicles, with one driver and one additional person, is allowed as long as the driver is carrying a valid drivers license. If the truck/ vehicle is travelling empty, invoice, way-bill etc. for delivery or pick up of goods may additionally be carried by the drivers. Movement of driver and one person from their place of residence to truck should also be facilitated by local authorities; v. All movement of persons with the passes shall be subject to strict adherence to norms for hygiene and social distancing as is required in the context of COVID19. | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | The Ministry Of Home Affairs Has Issued The 4Th Addendum To Nationwide Lockdown Order In Which They Have Further Expanded The List Of Exempt Businesses/Services | 03-04-2020 | The 4th Addendum to the consolidated guidelines annexed to the Ministry of Home Affairs Order no. 40-3 /2020-DM-I)A dated 24th March 2020, has added few more industries/services to the exemption list from lockdown. They are :- 1. Shops for agriculture machinery, its spare parts (including its supply chain) and repair. 2. Shops for Truck repair on highways. 3. Tea Industry which includes plantation with maximum of 50% workers. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Identified Street Vendors To Be Exempted During Lockdown Due To Covid-19 Virus | 03-04-2020 | The Ministry of Housing Affairs and Urban Affairs, Govt. of India, vide letter dated 3rd April 2020 to all Principal Secretary of all States / UT has stated that to ensure livelihood of the licensed urban street vendors providing essential items like groceries, fruits, and vegetables, they should be exempted from the lockdown. They should comply with the following :- 1. Cleanliness of their carts 2. Maintain personal hygiene 3. Follow social distancing 4. Use soaps, hand sanitizers | Advisory | Licensed street vendors selling essential items like vegetables, fruits and groceries | 14-04-2020 |
| Central | Clarifications Issued By Mha On Exemption Of Private Laboratories, Production, Warehousing, Transport And Sale Of Essential Goods And Issuance Of Passes/Authorisation For Critical Staff | 03-04-2020 | The Home Secretary in his letter dated 3rd April, 2020 reiterated the contents of the guidelines issued by the MHA on 24th March, 2020, where laboratories were exempted from the lockdown restrictions. He emphasised that laboratories included private testing laboratories for COVID samples. Private laboratories have been permitted to open temporary collection centers as well as to laboratory technicians to move freely, without lockdown restrictions between the collection centers and laboratories. Further, clarification has been provided with respect to groceries including hygiene products i.e., hand washes, soaps, disinfectants, body wash, shampoos, surface cleaners, detergents, tissue paper, toothpaste/oral care, sanitary pads, diapers, chargers, battery cells etc Clarification has been provided on constitution of food and grocery i.e., all items of food and grocery that are usually consumed by people on a daily basis. The State Governments will be issuing authorisation letters to companies having supply chains of essential commodities across the country to inturn allow them to issue regional passes to assist the critical staff to move freely in order to maintain their supply chains. In order to speed up the process of unloading and movement of goods across the country, the Railway, Ports and Airport Authorities have been permitted to issue passes for critical mass of staff and contractual labour who are essential to these operations. The Ministry has permitted the driver and an additional person in trucks and other goods/carrier vehicles for both inter and intra state movement, provided the driver is carrying a valid driver's licence. An additional requirement in cases of empty trucks/vehicles is that the driver possesses the invoice, waybill number etc for delivery or pick up. The State authorities have also been directed to allow the drivers to move from their residence to the truck. | Mandatory | Healthcare, E-Commerce/Shops, Ports, Pharmaceutical, Fertilisers, Airports, Railways, Logistics | No end date specified |
| Central | Icsi Issues Clarification / Guidance Note In Bringing Secretarial Standards On Meetings Of The Board Of Directors (Ss-1) And General Meetings (Ss-2) In Sync With Relaxations Granted By Mca | 03-04-2020 | The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) has issued Clarifications / Guidance on applicability of Secretarial Standards on Meetings of the Board of Directors and General Meetings in light of relaxations granted by the MCA. In light of certain relaxations granted by MCA, consequently provisions of the Secretarial Standards on Meetings of the Board of Directors also stands relaxed. ICSI has issued a guidance indicating that the relevant provisions of the Secretarial Standards should be interpreted and construed in the light of the relaxations already granted by the MCA. Background: Section 118(10) of the Companies Act, 2013 (Act) provides for mandatory observance of Meetings of the Board of Directors and General Meetings. Due to the COVID-19 outbreak and lockdown situation prevailing in the Country, various provisions of the Act and rules made thereunder have already been relaxed by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) for ease of compliance by the stakeholders. Any relaxation granted by the Central Government from the compliance of provisions of Board and General Meetings under the Act will automatically and consequentially apply to Secretarial Standards as the case may be and the relaxed provisions of the Act will prevail to the extent applicable in terms of enforceability. Pursuant to the recent relaxations granted by the MCA, few provisions of the Secretarial Standards on Meetings of the Board of Directors also stand relaxed. Accordingly, the relevant provisions of the Secretarial Standards should be interpreted and construed in the light of the relaxations already granted by the MCA. Key Highlights: 1. Directors shall not participate through Electronic Mode in discussions on certain restricted items: MCA has already allowed the participation through VC in respect of the restricted items. Therefore, the relaxation will also apply to the secretarial standards. 2. Requirement to give notice to a director in his preferred mode of delivery: The requirement of providing Notice to a Director as per his preferred mode of delivery is provided should be interpreted accordingly to ensure compliance, wherever, physical delivery of documents is not possible due to COVID 19 lockdown, the company may choose an expedient mode of delivery in sending Notices, including through e-mail to the concerned directors. 3. Requirement of the company to hold at least four Meetings of its Board in each Calendar Year with a maximum interval of one hundred and twenty days between any two consecutive Meeting: The MCA has already relaxed the gap between two meetings, and the consequent relaxation will be applied to the secretarial standards of meeting. 4. Meetings of Committees For the Committees to meet as often as necessary subject to the minimum number and frequency prescribed by any law or any authority or as stipulated by the Board, the MCA has already relaxed the provision with regard to the time gap between two board meetings, consequentially the relaxation applies to in respect of committee meetings. For a detailed read of the Guidance document, please refer to the attachment. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Epfo Has Issued Revised Instructions To Its Field Offices To Facilitate Pf Members To Rectify Their Date Of Birth In Epfo Records | 03-04-2020 | EPFO has allowed its subscribers to withdraw three months basic pay and dearness allowance as non-refundable advance to mitigate any economic pain caused by the coronavirus pandemic. But the facility was available to only those who were compliant with Know Your Customer norms. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Cdsco Releases Procedure For Lot Release Of Human Vaccine In View Of Prevailing Covid-19 Pandemic | 03-04-2020 | Through the recent circular Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation(CDSCO), Directorate General of Health Services has stated the procedure for lot release of Human vaccine in view of prevailing COVID-19 pandemic. The procedural details were given by Dr V. G. Somani, Drugs Controller General (India) to The Director, Central Drugs Laboratory (CDL), Kasauli. Himachal Pradesh-173204, all Zone/Sub Zone offices of CDSCO and State Licensing Authorities, all Human Vaccine manufacturers. The directions came after Directorate General of Health Services received a representation from the domestic manufacturer of Human Vaccine wherein it has been requested to grant permission for testing and lot release of Human vaccine on the basis of the internal quality system and approval of the batch summary protocol by Central Drugs Laboratory (CDL), Kasauli due to current situation of lock-down and constraints in the supply management due to COVID-19 pandemic situation in the country. In this regard, it is decided that the manufacturer shall send the samples as per usual procedures to CDL, Kasauli for evaluation when logistics are restored. Till such time, CDL, Kasauli may carry out lot release activity for Human vaccines manufactured domestically by review of summary lot protocol on a case by case basis. The lot release is subject to the condition that manufacturer shall forward summary lot protocol of each batch/lot to CDL, Kasauli through e-mail along with a certificate of analysis and an undertaking that Human Vaccine released in the market shall be recalled in case of quality failures. However CDL. Kasauli may not issue a lot release certificate wherever it is of the opinion that data is insufficient to take the decision. This procedure may be followed till the situation returns to normal. In order to ensure continued availability of vaccines, being an essential drug, and due to the prevailing outbreak of COV1D-19, lockdown announced by Government of India, logistic problem, manpower problem at each level including laboratory, this order is being issued in the public interest. | Mandatory | All Human Vaccine manufacturers | No end date specified |
| Haryana | Restriction On Laying Off Or Retrenching Workmen And Continuance Of Payment Of Wages To Workers Working In Factories And Establishments Who Get Paid On Daily Or Weekly Basis. | 03-04-2020 | In a review meeting between Deputy Chief Minister and senior personnel of Labour Department on 02.04.2020 all Deputy Labour Commissioners and Deputy Directors have been instructed to ensure the following within the state of Haryana: i. Ensuring that no workmen gets laid off or retrenched; and ii. Ensuring payment of wages to all workers in factories and establishment who get paid on daily or weekly basis. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Kerala | Clarification Dated 3Rd April, 2020 To Kerala Lockdown Order Dated 23Rd March 2020 On Parcel Services For Delivering Essential Goods | 03-04-2020 | The General (Secret Section) Administration Department of the Government of Kerala, by the order dated 3rd April 2020 have provided clarification to the previous lock down order in the State of Kerala. The present order clarified that the parcel service is a permissible service for the purposes of delivery of essential goods including food and beverages, pharmaceuticals and medical equipment. | Mandatory | E-commerce | No end date sepcified (till lockdown continues) |
| Odisha | The Odisha Covid-19 Regulations, 2020 | 03-04-2020 | Odisha has joined the other States and notified the Odisha COVID-19 Regulations, 2020 under the Epidemic Diseases Act, 1897 COVID-19 means the Corona Virus Disease caused by Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus2 (SARS COV 2) as defined by the World Health Organization (WHO)/ Government of India. Home Quarantine means confining a person to a dwelling unit or part thereof with a purpose to minimize possibility of direct or indirect contact with other persons for the containment and better prevention of the spread of COVID-19 COVID Hospital means a hospital declared as such by the State Government/Empowered Officer for isolation and treatment of suspect/confirmed COVID-19 cases. Key compliance obligations are as follows: 1. Persons / institution / organization: Do not use any print or electronic media for information regarding COVID-19 without prior permission of the DMET, DPH, DHS or Collector or Medical Superintendent as the case may be. This is to avoid spread of any unauthenticated information and/or rumours regarding COVID-19. 2. Duties and Responsibilities of persons coming from abroad in last 14 days: a.Register themselves in the Toll-Free Number 104 or on the online portal https://covid19.odisha.gov.in within 24 hours of their arrival in the state with basic details such as name, age, address, travel history, telephone number, etc. Advance registration before arrival will be highly preferable. b. Their family members are also duty bound to provide such information if the person is not in a position to do so. c. Be in home quarantine for minimum 14 days. 3. Duties and responsibilities of persons coming from outside the state: a. Be in home quarantine for at least 14 days and self-monitor their health condition. If he/she develops any symptom, he/she shall immediately call Health Helpline 104 and report about his/her health condition; 4. Duties and Responsibilities of persons with flu like symptoms: Call Health Helpline 104 and report about personal particulars and health condition; 5. Hospitals: a. Set up separate and distinct corners for screening suspected cases of COVID-19 (Corona Virus Disease 2019); b. Provide appropriate protective gears to all medical officers and healthcare personnel engaged in screening. c. While screening such cases, record the history of travel to ascertain if he/ she has travelled to any country or area where COVID-19 has been reported. Additionally, record the history of coming in contact with a suspected or confirmed case of COVID-19. d. In case the person, with such history in last 14 days, is asymptomatic, ensure that the person is kept in stay at home for 14 days from the day of exposure. Brief him/ her about the Home Quarantine Guidelines issued by Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India & the State Government and ask to abide by it meticulously. (Any noncompliance will lead to prosecution under the provisions of Indian Penal Code). e. In case the person has any such history in last 14 days and is symptomatic as per case definition of COVID-19, isolate and test such person for COVID-19 as per protocol. The close relatives such as family members shall also be either home quarantined or isolated in a health facility based on risk assessment. If any of them develop symptoms, their samples shall also be taken for testing by the hospital. f. Provide information of all cases to State Surveillance Unit immediately. g. Keep and treat the suspect / confirmed cases in a block / facility which does not allow them to come in contact with other patients. h. Follow all Clinical Management Guidelines issued by Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Govt. of India and State Govt. i. Ensure that all infection control measures are put in place. j. No person, other than the Medical Superintendent or any person authorised by him/her, will speak to the media about persons who are under treatment and isolation. The details of such persons must not be disclosed, except under exceptional circumstances with the approval of the Government. 6. COVID Hospital: Abide by all instructions and guidelines issued by MoHFW, Gol, Health & Family Welfare Department, Govt. of Odisha, DMET, DPH, DHS, the Authorised Officer and the Authorised Medical Officer. Penalty: Any person /institution/organization found violating any provisions of these Regulations shall be deemed to have committed an offence punishable under Section 188* of the IPC. The competent authority may initiate legal action against any person / institution / organization if found violating provisions of these Regulations. * 188. Disobedience to order duly promulgated by public servant.Whoever, knowing that, by an order promulgated by a public servant lawfully empowered to promulgate such order, he is directed to abstain from a certain act, or to take certain order with certain property in his possession or under his management, disobeys such direction, shall, if such disobedience causes or tends to cause obstruction, annoyance or injury, or risk of obstruction, annoyance or injury, to any person lawfully employed, be punished with simple imprisonment for a term which may extend to one month or with fine which may extend to two hundred rupees, or with both; and if such disobedience causes or trends to cause danger to human life, health or safety, or causes or tends to cause a riot or affray, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to six months, or with fine which may extend to one thousand rupees, or with both. | Mandatory | All | 03-04-2021 |
| Meghalaya | Advisory To Public To Keep Using Masks And Maintain Good Hygiene & Distancing Protocols | 03-04-2020 | Meghalaya Government has advised all the citizens to use face masks in public and follow hand hygiene, cough etiquette and social distancing protocols against the coronavirus pandemic. | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Karnataka | Government Of Karnataka Extends The Exemption To The "Continuous Process Industrial Unit | 03-04-2020 | The Govt. of Karnataka in its "Order No.Cl 06 SPI 2020 dated 24.03.2020 above had exempted certain category of industries to carry on their manufacturing activities keeping in view the importance of maintaining supply chain of essential commodities during lock down. The State Government further notified an extension to the exempted from the existing lockdown in order to prevent the damage to the plant / production machineries & to ensure industrial safety, with a condition that these units to operate with a bare minimal strength of staff/labour & shall follow the guidelines/instructions of Ministry of Health & Family Welfare Industries to be added in the exemption list are: (i) integrated Steel Plant (ii) Petroleum Refinery Unit (iii) Cement plant (iv) Fertilizer Plant (v) Pulp and Paper unit (vi) Glass Manufacturing Unit (vii) Coal Tar Distillation Unit T (viii) This relaxation applies only to operation of the plants and not applicable to their head offices/administrative offices. Additionally guidelines / preventive measures to be taken for combating COVID-19 were also notified. | Mandatory | Steel, Refinery Unit, Cement plant, Fertilizer Plant, Pulp and Paper unit , Glass Manufacturing Unit . Coal Tar Distillation Unit T | No end date specified |
| Gujarat | Gujarat Pcb Extends Term Of Several Approvals Obtained Under Specified Waste Management Rules Such As Plastic, Solid Waste, Bio-Medical. E-Waste Etc. Whose Term Expire After March 1, 2020 Till June 30, 2020 | 03-04-2020 | On account of COVID-19 pandemic, the Gujarat Pollution Control Board in a recent Order dated 3rd April, 2020, has informed that all the units which have obtained approval under the following rules and whose term expires after March 1, 2020, have their term extended till June 30, 2020. 1. Plastic Waste Management Rules, 2016 2. Solid Waste Management Rules, 2016 3. Construction and Demolition Waste Management Rules, 2016 4. Bio - Medical Waste Management Rules, 2016 5. Hazardous and Other Wastes (Management & Trans boundary Movement) Rules, 2016 6. E-Waste Management Rules, 2016 7. Batteries (Management and Handling) Rules, 2001 Caveat: The document is in vernacular and we have translated it to the best of our ability and understanding. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Central | New E-Nam Features (I) Encouraging Sale From Warehouses Without Bringing Produce To Mandis (Ii) Providing Details Of Large Logistics Aggregators | 02-04-2020 | Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare launches 3 new e-NAM modules to assist farmers in moving their produce and to reduce congestion at mandis. The Ministry launched - Negotiable Warehouse Receipt - FPO trading module - Logistic Module | Mandatory | Agriculture | No end date specified |
| Central | Clarification Issued To Mha Guidelines Dated March 24 On Social Distancing. These Clarify The Scope Of Certain Exemptions | 02-04-2020 | MHA clarifies on ground level issues being faced by States in ensuring smooth flow of supply chain of Essential Items during National Lockdown to fight COVID-19. In this regard, the MHA has clarified that the following will be exempted - 1. Support by Anganwadi workers once in 15 days at the doorsteps of beneficiaries; 2. Mandi which includes direct marketing, directly from the farmers group, FPO's and Cooperatives; 3. Hospital and related medical services; 4. Manufacturing units include manufacturing of Ayush drugs; 5. Manufacturing units of packaging material | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Exemption To Specific Services Related To Agri-Produce Marketing, Anganwadi Workers And Ayush From Lockdown Restrictions To Fight Covid-19 | 02-04-2020 | Following services are exempt from lockdown provisions: - direct marketing of agricultural produce - food and nutrition support to children and women - medical services and drug manufacturers under AYUSH category. | Mandatory | Agriculture | No end date specified |
| Central | Clarifications On Exemption Of Specific Services From Lockdown Notification Issued On 24Th March 2020 | 02-04-2020 | The Home Secretary, Government of India through DO letter dated 2nd April 2020, clarified/ answered some queries raised with regard to exemption of specific services from the lockdown. The Home Secretary has provided the following clarifications: Exception under Clause 2(g) to include distribution of food items and nutrition support by Anganwadi workers, once in 15 days, at the doorstep of beneficiaries. children, women and lactating mothers; 'Mandi' to include direct marketing, facilitated by the State Government/ UT Administration, directly from farmer/ group of farmers, FPOs, Cooperatives, etc. Under Clause 3, Hospital and related medical services to include AYUSH services that is sale and distribution of drugs, hospital dispensaries, individual clinics and telemedicine facilities; Under Clause 5(a), the exceptions to include manufacturing units engaged in manufacturing of AYUSH drugs, while Manufacturing Units mentioned under Clause 5(d) shall include packaging material for AYUSH drugs; Despite the added exceptions, social distancing and proper hygiene practices must be ensured; | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Clarifications On Penal Provisions For Violation Of Containment Measures During Lockdown | 02-04-2020 | The Home Secretary, Government of India through DO letter dated 2nd April 2020, has re-iterated that in the lockdown notification dated 24th March 2020, it has been mentioned that "any person violating these containment measures will be liable to be proceeded against as per the provisions of Section 51 to 60 of the Disaster Management Act, 2005, besides legal action under Section 188 of the IPC". Extracts from the respective penal provisions have also been provided for reference in bilingual version. Offences and Penalties are as follows: *51 of Disaster Management Act: Punishment for obstruction, etc.Whoever, without reasonable cause (a) obstructs any officer or employee of the Central Government or the State Government, or a person authorised by the National Authority or State Authority or District Authority in the discharge of his functions under this Act; or (b) refuses to comply with any direction given by or on behalf of the Central Government or the State Government or the National Executive Committee or the State Executive Committee or the District Authority under this Act, shall on conviction be punishable with imprisonment for a term which may extend to one year or with fine, or with both, and if such obstruction or refusal to comply with directions results in loss of lives or imminent danger thereof, shall on conviction be punishable with imprisonment for a term which may extend to two years. *52 of Disaster Management Act: Punishment for false claim. Whoever knowingly makes a claim which he knows or has reason to believe to be false for obtaining any relief, assistance, repair, reconstruction or other benefits consequent to disaster from any officer of the Central Government, the State Government, the National Authority, the State Authority or the District Authority, shall, on conviction be punishable with imprisonment for a term which may extend to two years, and also with fine. *53 of Disaster Management Act: Punishment for misappropriation of money or materials, etc.Whoever, being entrusted with any money or materials, or otherwise being, in custody of, or dominion over, any money or goods, meant for providing relief in any threatening disaster situation or disaster, misappropriates or appropriates for his own use or disposes of such money or materials or any part thereof or wilfully compels any other person so to do, shall on conviction be punishable with imprisonment for a term which may extend to two years, and also with fine. *54 of Disaster Management Act: Punishment for false warning. Whoever makes or circulates a false alarm or warning as to disaster or its severity or magnitude, leading to panic, shall on conviction, be punishable with imprisonment which may extend to one year or with fine. *55 of Disaster Management Act: Offences by Departments of the Government.(1) Where an offence under this Act has been committed by any Department of the Government, the head of the Department shall be deemed to be guilty of the offence and shall be liable to be proceeded against and punished accordingly unless he proves that the offence was committed without his knowledge or that he exercised all due diligence to prevent the commission of such offence. (2) Notwithstanding anything contained in sub-section (1), where an offence under this Act has been committed by a Department of the Government and it is proved that the offence has been committed with the consent or connivance of, or is attributable to any neglect on the part of, any officer, other than the head of the Department, such officer shall be deemed to be guilty of that offence and shall be liable to be proceeded against and punished accordingly. *56 of Disaster Management Act: Failure of officer in duty or his connivance at the contravention of the provisions of this Act.Any officer, on whom any duty has been imposed by or under this Act and who ceases or refuses to perform or withdraws himself from the duties of his office shall, unless he has obtained the express written permission of his official superior or has other lawful excuse for so doing, be punishable with imprisonment for a term which may extend to one year or with fine. *58 of Disaster Management Act: Offence by companies.(1) Where an offence under this Act has been committed by a company or body corporate, every person who at the time the offence was committed, was in charge of, and was responsible to, the company, for the conduct of the business of the company, as well as the company, shall be deemed to be guilty of the contravention and shall be liable to be proceeded against and punished accordingly: Provided that nothing in this sub-section shall render any such person liable to any punishment provided in this Act, if he proves that the offence was committed without his knowledge or that he exercised due diligence to prevent the commission of such offence. (2) Notwithstanding anything contained in sub-section (1), where an offence under this Act has been committed by a company, and it is proved that the offence was committed with the consent or connivance of or is attributable to any neglect on the part of any director, manager, secretary or other officer of the company, such director, manager, secretary or other officer shall also, be deemed to be guilty of that offence and shall be liable to be proceeded against and punished accordingly. Explanation. For the purpose of this section (a) company means anybody corporate and includes a firm or other association of individuals; and (b) director, in relation to a firm, means a partner in the firm. *59 of Disaster Management Act: Previous sanction for prosecution. No prosecution for offences punishable under sections 55 and 56 shall be instituted except with the previous sanction of the Central Government or the State Government, as the case may be, or of any officer authorised in this behalf, by general or special order, by such Government. *60 of Disaster Management Act: Cognizance of offences.No court shall take cognizance of an offence under this Act except on a complaint made by (a) the National Authority, the State Authority, the Central Government, the State Government, the District Authority or any other authority or officer authorised in this behalf by that Authority or Government, as the case may be; or (b) any person who has given notice of not less than thirty days in the manner prescribed, of the alleged offence and his intention to make a complaint to the National Authority, the State Authority, the Central Government, the State Government, the District Authority or any other authority or officer authorised as aforesaid. * 188 of Indian Penal Code: Disobedience to order duly promulgated by public servant.Whoever, knowing that, by an order promulgated by a public servant lawfully empowered to promulgate such order, he is directed to abstain from a certain act, or to take certain order with certain property in his possession or under his management, disobeys such direction, shall, if such disobedience causes or tends to cause obstruction, annoyance or injury, or risk of obstruction, annoyance or injury, to any person lawfully employed, be punished with simple imprisonment for a term which may extend to one month or with fine which may extend to two hundred rupees, or with both; and if such disobedience causes or trends to cause danger to human life, health or safety, or causes or tends to cause a riot or affray, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to six months, or with fine which may extend to one thousand rupees, or with both Explanation: It is not necessary that the offender should intend to produce harm, or contemplate his disobedience as likely to produce harm. It is sufficient that he knows of the order which he disobeys, and that his disobedience produces, or is likely to produce, harm. Illustration: An order is promulgated by a public servant lawfully empowered to promulgate such order, directing that a religious procession shall not pass down a certain street. A knowingly disobeys the order, and thereby causes danger of riot. A has committed the offence defined in this section. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | The Ministry Of Home Affairs Has Issued The 3Rd Addendum To Create A Sop For Transit Of Foreign Nationals Stranded In India And People Who Have Completed Their Mandatory Quarantine Period | 02-04-2020 | The Ministry of Home affairs, Government of India has issued the 3rd addendum to the guidelines issued by the Ministry of Home affairs. The addendum has two key changes: 1. A standard operating procedure for transit arrangements for foreign nationals stranded in India. a. A chartered flight to be arranged by the foreign government, whose citizens are stranded in India b. Prior to the departure, a screening for COVID-19 would be done and only asymptomatic persons would be permitted to leave. Symptomatic persons would undergo treatment as per protocol. c. Local transportation arrangement of the foreign national shall be arranged by the embassy/consulate. d. A transit pass shall be provided and shall be honoured by state and union territories. 2. Standard operating procedure for release of quarantined persons, after the expiry of the quarantine period and tested COVID -19 negative. a. Persons who had been quarantined after returning from a foreign country, after completion of the mandatory quarantine period would be released after testing negative for COVID 19 as per standard health protocol. b. These persons once released to return home by making arrangements of their own transport. c. A transit pass for a fixed route shall be issued by the government and honoured by state and union territories authorities. d. Upon returning home these persons would undergo home quarantine for 14 days e. Details of the person released form quarantine should be shared with the government | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Irdai Issues Circular Dated 2Nd April 2020 Extending Timeline For Payment Of Renewal Premium Of Health And General Insurance Falling Due During The Lockdown Period | 02-04-2020 | IRDAI vide Circular dated 2nd April 2020, directs the health and general insurers (except ECGC and AIC) to allow additional period for payment of renewal premiums to the policyholders whose health insurance policies fall due for renewal during the period on and from 25th March, 2020 up to 14th April, 2020 and who are unable to make payment of their renewal premium on time in view of the prevailing situation in the country as a result of COVID 19. It has been stated in the said Circular that such policy holders will be required to pay the renewal premiums by 21st of April 2020. Policyholders will be required to pay the renewal premium for the entire period of 12 months from the date it was due, on or before 21st April, 2020. Insurers have been instructed to display the above fact of providing extension for making payment towards renewal premiums in their company website in addition to communicating the same over phone/SMS/email. | Mandatory | Insurance (Health and General Insurance) | 21-04-2020 |
| Delhi | Approval Of Procurement Of Ppe Kits By Individual Hospitals/Cpa From Local Manufacturers/Suppliers | 02-04-2020 | The Cabinet vide Cabinet Decision no 2815 has approved that procurement of PPE Kits may be made by individual hospitals/CPA from Local Manufacturers/Suppliers at market rate, provided the rates are less than or comparable to the rates of HLL. The HLL has quoted a rate of Rs. 1087.47 per kit. In view of the growing number of COVID-19 cases and shortage of PPE Kits, it is directed to take immediate action to procure adequate number of PPE Kits as per the approval of the Cabinet. | Mandatory | Healthcare | No end date specified |
| Kerala | Clarification Dated 2Nd April, 2020 To Kerala Lock Down Order Dated 23Rd March 2020 Providing Clarification On Time Till When Online/At Door Delivery Of Food Items, Shops Selling Essential Items Will Be Allowed To Function | 02-04-2020 | The General (Secret Section) Administration Department of the Government of Kerala, by the order dated 2nd April 2020 have provided clarification to the previous lock down order in the State of Kerala. The present order clarified that: a. online/at door delivery of food items, including cooked food from take away counters of hotels will be allowed till 8pm b. shops selling essential items including bakeries and counter supply from take away counters of hotels will be allowed till 5pm, however these shops can operate till 8 pm for the purposes of online delivery. | Mandatory | Hotels/Restaurants/Shops selling food items including bakeries/Intermediaries delivering food or food items | No end date sepcified (till lockdown continues) |
| Chhattisgarh | Mineral Production And Transportation In State To Continue To Sustain Mineral Production During Lockdown Period. | 02-04-2020 | In order to facilitate and sustain the uninterrupted mineral production activities during the period of lockdown, (as instructed by the Directorate General of Mines Safety) the Transport Department of Chhattisgarh has issued guidelines for mineral transportation. In view of this, the transport police needs to be kept informed. | Mandatory | Mining and quarrying | 03-05-2020 |
| Telangana | Operational Guidelines For Monitoring Disposal/Confirmed Cases Of Covid19 Dead Bodies | 02-04-2020 | Government of Telengana has released guidelines preparedness of Govt and Private hospitals in dealing with COVID cases along with guidelines regarding COVID dead body handling and transport regarding the same. In addition to that guidelines regarding preparedness of burial and cremation grounds. | Mandatory | Hospitals and Healthcare institutions | No end date specified |
| West Bengal | Validity Of Consent To Operate/Authorisation For Units In West Bengal Extended To 30Th June, 2020 | 02-04-2020 | In order to facilitate the uninterrupted operation of critical/essential activities/services such as Health care establishments, Bio medical waste management facilities, Municipal solid waste management facilities, Common Hazardous Waste Treatment, Storage and Disposal Facilities, Steel Plants, Milk Processing Units, Food Processing Units, Pharmaceutical Units, Essential Chemical Manufacturing units (such as those engaged in manufacturing of chemical components of sanitisers or soaps), the West Bengal Pollution Control Board (WBPCB) has extended the validity of consent to operate/authorisation till 30th June, 2020, for all units which have a valid consent to operate upto 31st March, 2020 and have applied to the WBPCB online or have submitted hard copy of renewal of consent to operate. Please note that the extension is subject to the same terms and conditions stipulated in the original consent/authorisation. Further, occupiers of units handling hazardous wastes have been directed to ensure that hazardous wastes are not permitted to be stored beyond 90 days upto 15 days after the lifting of the lockdown. | Mandatory | Health care establishments, Bio medical waste management facilities, Municipal solid waste management facilities, Common Hazardous Waste Treatment, Storage and Disposal Facilities, Steel Plants, Milk Processing Units, Food Processing Units, Pharmaceutical Units, Essential Chemical Manufacturing units | 30-06-2020 |
| Central | Mha Issues Advisory For Quarantine Of Migrant Workers; Migrant Workmen To Remain At Regular Place Of Work - Employers / Landlords Cannot Evacuate | 01-04-2020 | The Ministry of Home Affairs, has issued an Advisory stating that migrant workers will remain at their regular place of work or local residence within the city and cannot be evacuated by their employer or landlord. Furthermore, the Advisory, in the wake of the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic, has been issued with regard to the following groups of migrant workers: 1) Migrant workers who are in the cities of their local residence; 2) Migrant workers who are on their way and are yet to reach their destination city/village; and 3) Migrant workers who have reached their destination. | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Mnre Waives Off Hard Copy Submission During The Lockdown Due To Covid 19 And Allows Billing/Invoicing For Solar/Wind/Hybrid/Small Hydro/Waste To Energy/Biomass Power Generating Stations To Be Done Over Email | 01-04-2020 | The Ministry of New & Renewable Energy recognising the disruption in the normal process of invoicing for renewable energy after Joint Meter Reading (JMR) as a result of the lockdown due to COVID 19 outbreak, has allowed billing and invoices to be sent through email for solar/wind/hybrid/small hydro/waste to energy/biomass power generating stations till the lockdown continues. i. Where billing is done through REA (Regional Energy Account)/SEA (State Energy Account) and where billing is done through JMR and the same is available, the due date can be calculated as per the terms of PPA and invoices may be generated over email. ii. Where billing is done through JMR (Joint Meter Reading), and the same cannot be signed due to the lockdown, invoices generated by RE power developer based on the meter reading either in the form of photographs of the meter reading or downloaded meter data can be accepted. The Ministry has also given DISCOMs an option to pay on the basis of the invoice for the same month of the previous year, in case it is lower. For newly commissioned projects, DISCOMs have been given the option to pay on the basis of the invoice of the previous month, if it is lower. The Ministry however directs all solar/wind/hybrid/small hydro/waste to energy/biomass power generating stations to submit hard copies of invoices within 15 working days of the date on which the lockdown is lifted. | Advisory | Renewable energy industries | No end date specified |
| Central | Press Information Bureau (Pib) Sets Up Covid19 Fact Check Unit, Will Also Be Publishing Daily Bulletin On Covid-19 At 8 Pm | 01-04-2020 | In a Press Release dated 1st April, 2020 it has been informed that Press Information Bureau (PIB) has set up a portal - COVID 19 Fact Check Unit which will receive messages by email and send its response in quick time. PIB will also release a daily Bulletin at 8 pm every day to inform regarding Governments decisions and developments and progress on COVID-19 Further, the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare has set up a Technical Group consisting of professionals from AIIMS, et al, to clarify any doubts in the minds of the general public on any technical aspect of COVID-19. The Cabinet Secretary has further issued information regarding of 11 Empowered Groups under the Disaster Management Act with clear cut mandate to decide on various aspects in the management of COVID 19. A request has been made for development of similar mechanism at the State level too. | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Policyholders Whose Motor Vehicle Third Party Insurance Policies Fall Due For Renewal During 25Th March, 2020 To 14Th April, 2020 And Who Are Unable To Make Payment Of Their Renewal Premium On Time Are Allowed To Make Such Payment For Renewal Of Policies To Their Insurers By 21St April, 2020 | 01-04-2020 | The Central Government having regard to the prevailing situation in the country as a result of Corona Virus disease (COVID-19), lockdown period of 21 days up to the 14th April, 2020 and in the public interest, by a Notification dated April 01, 2020 directs that: (i) The policy holders whose motor vehicle third party insurance policies fall due for renewal during the period from the 25th March, 2020 up to the 14th April, 2020 and who are unable to make payment of their renewal premium on time in view of the prevailing situation in the country as a result of Corona Virus disease (COVID-19), are allowed to make such payment for renewal of policies to their insurers by 21st April, 2020 to ensure continuity of the statutory motor vehicle third party insurance cover from the date on which the policy falls due for renewal. (ii) The policy holders whose health insurance policies fall due for renewal during 25th March, 2020 to the 14th April, 2020 and who are unable to make payment of their renewal premium on time in view of the prevailing situation in the country as a result of Corona Virus disease (COVID-19), are allowed to make such payment for renewal of policies to their insurers on or before the 21st April, 2020 to ensure continuity of the health insurance cover from the date on which the policy falls due for renewal. | Mandatory | All | 21-04-2020 |
| Central | Clarification Regarding Moratorium To Discoms For Payments, Must Run Status To Renewable Energy (Re) Generating Stations, Regular Payment To Re Generating Stations Required | 01-04-2020 | 1. Must run status granted to RE generating stations to be continued during the period of lockdown. 2. DISCOMS directed to keep paying RE generators on a regular basis as per established procedure. | Mandatory | Energy | No end date specified |
| Central | Guidelines For Protection And Safety Of Persons With Disabilities (Divyangjan) During Covid-19 | 01-04-2020 | All Central government departments have been asked to exempt employees with disabilities from essential services duty. All ministries and departments may keep in mind that such employees are exempted while drawing up roster of staff to attend to essential services. | Mandatory | Banks/Financial Institutions/PSU's under the administrative control of Department of Financial Services and Department of Public Enterprises | 01-04-2020 |
| Central | Government Of India Is Creating A Web-Portal To Check/Prevent The Circulation Of Fake News | 01-04-2020 | The Home Secretary, Govt. of India has written a letter to all Chief Secretary wherein, it has mentioned that the Supreme Court of India has issued directions to check the circulation fake news. For this, Government of India is creating a web-portal where people can verify facts and unverified news promptly. The State Governments and UTs have also been requested to create similar mechanism to prevent circulation of fake news. | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | The Central Bureau Of Narcotics Issues Export Authorization/Import Licence/ Noc Via Email During The Lockdown Due To Non Functioning Of Courier Companies And Speed Post To Facilitate Trade And Thereby Asks Firms (Exporter/Importer) To Submit Scanned Copies Of Documents Along With Demand Drafts. | 01-04-2020 | In a recent notice, the Central Bureau of Narcotics directed exporter and importer of Narcotic Drugs/ Psychotropic Substances/ Controlled Substances to submit documents, including import certificate during the lockdown period i.e., till 14th April, 2020, via email to suptd-narco@cbn.nic.in/supdttech@cbn.nic.in/onkarmishra@cbn.nic.in respectively for Narcotic Drugs/ Psychotropic Substances/ Controlled Substances from their registered email id due to delays caused by the lockdown of courier companies and speed posts. A scanned of the demand draft of Rs. 1000/- in favour of DDO, CBN, Gwalior is required to accompany the submission of documents. The Bureau has further required the submission of hard copies of the original import certificate along with the original demand draft within the period of 15 days of uplifting of the lock down. Failure to comply with the requirement will attract action under Narcotics, Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act 1985 along with withholding all the future application of the firm. Once the Bureau has followed due process, it will issue the export authorization/import licence/ NOC by sharing the same on the official email Id of the firm. For those firms whose IEC is available with the Bureau and are registered on the 'esanchit' website, copies of the export authorization/import licence/ NOC will be uploaded on the single window system of customs. For the rest of the firms, scanned copies of the export authorization/import licence/ NOC will be sent to customs on their registered email-id. Please note that the Department of Revenue vide OM No. N-99014/06/2018-NC-II dated 31st March, 2020 has already requested the Customs to accept the copies of export authorization/import licence/ NOC forwarded on their email id and on single window system. | Mandatory | Pharmaceutical industry | No end date specified |
| Central | Central Bureau Of Narcotics Directs Exporters Narcotic Drugs, Psychotropic Substances And Controlled Substances To Intimate The Exact Routing At Least 48 Hours Prior To The Shipment Of A Consignment Containing Narcotic Drugs, Psychotropic Substances And/Or Controlled Substances | 01-04-2020 | Due to the outbreak of COVID-19 Epidemic followed by subsequent lockdown and cancellation of scheduled international airlines, the Central Bureau of Narcotics (CBN) has permitted exporters to change the route than that which was mentioned in the export authorization/NOC issued by CBN. The condition to allowing this route change is that exporters must intimate CBN about the exact routing at least 48 hours prior to the shipment of a consignment of Narcotic, Psychotropic or Controlled substance from their registered email Ids and thereafter can proceed to export the shipment without waiting for a formal approval from CBN. | Mandatory | Pharmaceutical industry | No end date specified |
| Tamil Nadu | Three Months' Extension Of Validity Of Consents To Operate Or Authorisations Expired On 31.03.2020 | 01-04-2020 | Since due to outbreak of Covid-19 outbreak and the urge to keep many critical and essential activities operate uninterruptedly, the validity of consents* or authorisations** expired on 31.3.2020 has been extended by 3 months by the State Pollution Control Board of Tamil Nadu till 30.6.2020. The extension is subject to adherence to other terms and conditions stipulated under Consent or Authorisation and availability of other statutory clearances. *Under Water (PCP) Act, 1974 and Air (PCP) Act, 1981. **Under Hazardous and other Waste (Management and Transboundary Movement) rules, 2016; Bio-Medical Waste Management Rules, 2016 and Solid Waste Management Rules, 2016. | Mandatory | Manufacturing | Hospitals | Nursing Homes | Mining | Food Processing | Pharmaceutical | Power Generation | 30-06-2020 |
| Andhra Pradesh | Caf&Cs Dept. Covid 19 Preventive Measures To Be Taken For Controlling The Spread Of Novel Corona Virus - Conduct Inspections On Traders In Essential Commodities To Make Available The Essential Commodities During The Lock Down Period Orders Issued. | 01-04-2020 | Prices of essential commodities will be fixed by the Collector in each District so that dealers/traders/wholesalers/retailers don't hoard the stocks or sell it at a higher price during COVID-19 pandemic. | Mandatory | Manufacturing | No end date specified |
| Central | Advisory By Rlc(C) Delhi To Principal Employers/Employers | 01-04-2020 | The Principal Employers/ Employers in Central sphere have been requested to implement the advisory issued earlier with regard to non termination of employees as well as prohibition on deduction of their salaries (including the casual and contract workers from jobs). | Mandatory | Labour | 03-05-2020 |
| Central | Validity Of Registration Cum Membership Certificate Of Members Of Export Promotion Councils Expiring In Mar 2020 To Be Extended Up To Sep 2020 | 31-03-2020 | The Directorate General of Foreign Trade vide Trade Notice no. 60/2019-2020 dated 31.03.2020 has extended the validity of Registration Cum Membership Certificate (RCMC) beyond 31.03.2020 to 30.09.2020. In pursuance of the above Regional Authorities of DGFT will not insist on valid RCMC from applicants for any incentive/authorisation till 30.09.2020. EPCs will collect the applicable fees for the year 2020-21 on restoration of normalcy. | Mandatory | All | 30-09-2020 |
| Central | Fbo'S Permitted Temporarily Operate During Lockdown Period | 31-03-2020 | FBO's permitted to temporarily open shops upon fulfilment of certain conditions. FBO to make application on online FLRS. FBO to submit Form M to authority | Mandatory | FOOD, Restaurant | 30 days after end of Lockdown |
| Central | Processing Of License/Registration Applications | 31-03-2020 | FSSAI licensing/registration authorities permitted to conduct post-license inspection of FBO premises. FSSAI licensing/registration authorities permitted to conduct e-inspection of FBO premises | Advisory | FOOD, Restaurant | No end date specified |
| Central | Closure Of Operations Till 14Th April Due To Covid-19 | 31-03-2020 | ARAI is taking all precautions for ARAI employees, associates, employees, families and different networks to mitigate the risks of spread of COVID-19. In view of the above-mentioned, ARAI has decided to observe closure of ARAI operations till 14th April 2020 or till further Orders are issued. All customer meetings and visits stand suspended. | Mandatory | Automotive | 14-04-2020 |
| Kerala | Addendum To Revised Guidelines For Testing, Quarantine, Hospital Admission And Discharge For Covid-19 Based On Current Risk Assessment | 31-03-2020 | The Health & Family Welfare Department, Government of Kerala has taken out an addendum dated March 31, 2020 to amend some of the provisions of the revised Guidelines for Testing, Quarantine, Hospital Admission and Discharge for COVID-19 cases (Revised Guidelines) released on 12th March, 2020. The addendum has been brought in pursuance to the revised ICMR testing guidelines. The changes include: (a) Point Number -3 of the Revised Guidelines under High Risk contact has been modified as Travel to a locality where active COVID-19 COMMUNITY SPREAD is suspected or clustering of confirmed COVID-19 cases is detected in the last 14 days. (b) Category A cases under Clinical Categorization has been modified in which low grade fever has been taken out from the previous Category A classification. | Mandatory | Pharmaceuticals | No end date specified |
| Odisha | Three Months' Extension Of Validity Of Consents To Operate Or Authorisations Expired On 31.03.2020 | 31-03-2020 | Since due to outbreak of Covid-19 outbreak it has not been possible to process applications of renewal of consents* or authorisation** expiring on 31.03.2020, the validity of such consents or authorisations has been extended by 3 months by the State Pollution Control Board of Odisha till 30.6.2020. The extension is subject to adherence to other terms and conditions stipulated under Consent or Authorisation and availability of other statutory clearances. *Under Water (PCP) Act, 1974 and Air (PCP) Act, 1981. **Under Hazardous and other Waste (Management and Transboundary Movement) rules, 2016; Bio-Medical Waste Management Rules, 2016 and Solid Waste Management Rules, 2016. | Mandatory | Manufacturing | Hospitals | Nursing Homes | Mining | Food Processing | Pharmaceutical | Power Generation | 30-06-2020 |
| Tamil Nadu | Order Dated 31St March 2020 Issued By The Government Of Tamil Nadu On Strict Adherence To The Tamil Nadu Covid-19 Regulation 2020 | 31-03-2020 | Government of Tamil Nadu vide Order dated 31st March 2020 directs the Heads of Departments of Health and Family Welfare Department and all the Government facilities / Private Hospitals / Testing Labs to strictly adhere to the guidelines issued by Tamil Nadu Covid-19 Regulation 2020 | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| West Bengal | The Government Of West Bengal Has Issued An Order Extending The Of Validity Of Fitness Certificate, Drivers Licence, Permits Under Motor Vehicles Act To 30Th June, 2020. | 31-03-2020 | The government of West Bengal vide Notification Memo no. 67-CS/2020 dated 31-03-2020 has issued an order related to the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988. Basis the order: 1. Validity of fitness, permit (all types), driving licence, registration and any other concerned documents whose extension of validity could not or not likely to be processed due to the lockdown and has expired has an expiration date between 1st February, 2020 and 30th June, 2020, will be deemed to be valid till 3oth June, 2020. 2. The schemes of one time waiver of 100% penalty on Tax on Motor Vehicles, partial waiver of additional fees payable for delay in renewal of CF and 50% waiver of compounding amount imposed u/s200of the Motor Vehicles Act, has been extended till 30th June, 2020. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| West Bengal | Non-Disconnection Of Cable Tv Services | 31-03-2020 | The Government of West Bengal has in a memo dated 31st March, 2020 informed all Cable TV service providers to not disconnect subscribers who aren't able to pay the subscription fee on account of the prevailing nationwide lockdown. | Mandatory | Cable TV Service Provider | 30-04-2020 |
| Odisha | Odisha Pcb Extends The Validity Period Of Cto/ Authorization Expiring On 31.3.2020 Till 30.06.20 In View Of Covid-19 Pandemic; Extension Applicable Only For Units Which Applied For Renewal Of Such Consent/ Authorization | 31-03-2020 | The State Pollution Control Board, Odisha (Board) has, through an Order dated 31st March 2020, extended the validity period of Consent to operate / Authorization up to 30th June, 2020 for all the units which hold a valid consent to operate up to 31st March, 2020, and had applied to the Board for renewal of Consent to Operate. Further, the authorisation granted to units/ facilities by the Board under the Hazardous and other Waste (management & Transboundary Movement) Rule 2016, Bio-Medical Waste Management Rules, 2016 and Solid Waste Management Rules, 2016 and whose authorization is valid up to 31st March 2020, have also be extended up to 30th June 2020. The above extensions are applicable to those units whose renewal application are yet to be disposed of by the Board. Also, the extension of validity up to 30th June, 2020 is subject to same terms and conditions stipulated in the previous Consent to Operate Orders/ Authorizations issued by the Board and availability of other statutory clearances. The above decision has been taken considering the outbreak of Corona virus (COVID-19) and declaration of lockdown situation. In light of these unprecedented circumstances, the Board has been unable to process renewal applications for authorisations/ consents expiring on 31.3.2020. The order aims at ensuring that critical and essential activities such as Hospital, Pharmaceutical units, Biomedical waste management facilities, Municipal waste management facilities, Hazardous waste management facilities, Common Effluent Treatment Facilities, Power plants, Steel plants, Mines, Milk processing units, Food processing units operate uninterruptedly, so that essential goods and services are available. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Nagaland | Quick Release Of Payment Of Salaries & Wages For The Month Of March | 31-03-2020 | The Government of Nagaland vide notice dated 31-03-2020 has directed the treasury department to honour the claims of Payment of Normal Salaries and Wages bills for the Month of March, 2020 and release the payments to all the working divisions without insisting on the clearance certificate from this Directorate on the consideration for total lockdown of the whole country to contain the spread of Novel Coronavirus Pandemic. | Mandatory | None | No end date specified |
| Puducherry | E-Pass System Launched For Unhindered Movement Of Essential Commodities And Services | 31-03-2020 | The Government of Puducherry has launched an e-Pass system to facilitate the smooth supply of essential commodities and services such as food grains, groceries, fruits and vegetables, medicines, agricultural supplies etc. Persons intending to avail of e-Passes can apply through dedicated WhatsApp numbers of respective departments alongwith details such as Name, Type of service/goods, Name of organisation, Timing, Travel route, Vehicle type, Vehicle registration number, Mobile No., and Photo Id. The departments concerned will generate digital passes and issue them through WhatsApp after basic scrutiny. | Mandatory | Essential commodities and service industries | No end date specified |
| Goa | Extension Of Validity Period Of Consent To Operate/Authorization Expiring On 31.03.2020 Up To 30.06.2020 | 31-03-2020 | Consequent upon the outbreak of Corona Virus (COVID-19) and subsequent declaration of lockdown to take preventive measures to contain spread of COVID-19, it has not been possible to process some applications for renewal of Consent to Operate and Authorization expiring on 31st March 2020. In view of such extraordinary circumstances the Board by virtue of powers under Section 25/26 of the Water (Prevention & Control of Pollution) Act, 1974 & under Section 21 of the Air (Prevention & Control of Pollution) Act, 1981 extends the validity of Consent to Operate up to 30th June 2020 of all the units , who have valid consent to operate up to 31st March 2020 and have applied to the Board for Renewal of Consent to Operate. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Puducherry | The Government Of Puducherry Has Launched An E-Pass System Wherein Persons Dealing With Essential Commodities And Services Can Apply For E-Pass | 31-03-2020 | The Government of Puducherry has launched an e-pass system wherein persons dealing with essential commodities and services can apply for e-pass through the dedicated WhatsApp numbers. The e-pass would also be provided to the persons applying for it, digitally. The E-pass system would ensure social distancing and that only authorised persons dealing with essential commodities and services have valid permission. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Tamil Nadu | Extension Of Service Of Medical Professionals Retiring On Mar 31, 2020 | 31-03-2020 | Tamil Nadu Goovernment orders that all retired physician, nurse and medical technician employees to be given 2 month non-termination and temporary employement order after retirement. | Mandatory | Healthcare individuals | No end date specified |
| Puducherry | E-Pass System Introduced In Puducherry | 31-03-2020 | The District Administration has introduced e-pass system wherein the persons dealing with essential commodities and services can apply for the pass through dedicated WhatsApp numbers of respective departments. The departments concerned would digitally process the applications through a web application devised for the purpose, generate digital pass and issue them through WhatsApp itself after scrutiny. Following are the departments, numbers and services rendered: The District Collectorate (WhatsApp number- 9444860663) would issue pass for manufactures, volunteers and inter-State movement of goods and services, Health and Family Welfare Department (9443220339) for wholesale and retail traders of pharmaceutical and medical supplies, Civil Supplies (9894431546) wholesale and retail traders in groceries and provisions, Oulgret Municipality (9003963996) for wholesale and retail traders in fruits and vegetables under their jurisdiction, Pondicherry Municipality (9442542277), Agriculture (9489816998) for agriculture inputs and Animal Husbandry (9443427205). | Advisory | Essential commodities and services | No end date specified |
| Maharashtra | Mpcb Extends The Validity Period Of Consent To Operate Till July 31,2020 | 31-03-2020 | The Maharashtra Pollution Control Board (MPCB) has vide a circular dated 31/03/2020 decided to extend the validity period of consent to operate and authorisation for all the industries or establishments, due to the sudden outbreak of COVID-19 across the country. Due to the current satiation of COVID-19 and declaration of lockdown it is decided all the industries mentioned in having validity period up to March 31, 2020 and have applied for its renewal, shall apply before April 30, 2020 for renewal will be extended for further period of four months i.e., till July 31, 2020 as an interim measure. | Mandatory | All | 31-07-2020 |
| Central | Essential Features Of For Ventilators For Covid-19 Identified By Drdo | 30-03-2020 | To ensure availability of essential medical equipment, the Director General Life Sciences, DRDO(Chairman Technical Committee) has listed the essential features of ventilators for COVID-19 :- 1. The machine should be turbine/compressor based because the installation sites might not have central Oxygen Lines. 2. The machine should have Invasive, non-invasive and CPAP features to make them versatile. 3. 200-600 ML tidal volume, Lung Mechanics Display 4. Monitoring of Plateau Pressure, PEEP, PS, oxygen concentration, lung mechanics / inverse ratio (I:E) 5. Pressure & volume control & PSV 6. Continuous working capability for 4-5 days | Mandatory | Medical Equipment Manufacturers | No end date specified |
| Central | Nclt - New Delhi Suo Moto Orders That The Period Of Lockdown Due To Covid-19 Virus Pandemic Will Not Be Included While Calculating The Period Of Resolution Under Ib Code, 2016 | 30-03-2020 | The National Company Law Tribunal - New Delhi, vide order dated 30th March 2020 has taken Suo Moto cognizance of the situation arising out of COIVD-19 virus pandemic. In the Case of Quinn Logistics India Pvt. Ltd. vs. Mack Soft Tech Pvt. Ltd. in Company Appeal (AT) (Insolvency) No.185 of 2018, the NCLT has ordered the following :- 1. For the purpose of counting the period of resolution, under Section 12 of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016, the period of lock down ordered by the Central Government including any extension to the lock down period (either in whole or part of the country) will not be included. This will be followed in all cases where "Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process" has been initiated and pending before any bench of NCLT or Appeal before Appellate Tribunal. 2. Any interim order / stay order passed by the Appellate Tribunal in any appeal under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016 shall continue till the next date of hearing as my be notified. | Mandatory | All | 14-04-2020 |
| Central | Mca Rolls Out Companies Fresh Start Scheme, 2020 Providing Relaxation To All Companies W.R.T Filings Under Mca 21 Registry; Effective 1St April, 2020 - 30Th September, 2020 | 30-03-2020 | In a Notification dated 30th March, 2020, MCA has rolled out the Companies Fresh Start Scheme, 2020 (Scheme) with a view to provide relief to the law abiding companies in the prevailing crisis period as well as significantly reduce the related financial burden, especially for those with long standing defaults, thereby giving them an opportunity to make a fresh start. The Scheme will incentivise compliance and reduce the compliance burden during the unprecedented public health situation caused by COVID-19. The Scheme is a one-time waiver of additional filing fees for delayed filings by the companies with the Registrar of Companies during the currency of the Scheme, i.e. during the period starting from 1st April, 2020 and ending on 30th September, 2020. It has been issued in order to help companies registered in India make a fresh start on a clean slate. The Scheme will become effective from 1st April, 2020 and will remain in force till 30th September, 2020. Key Highlights of the Scheme are mentioned below: 1. A defaulting company is defined as a company which has made a default in filing of any of the documents, statements, returns etc including annual statutory documents on the MCA-21 Registry. 2. Under the Scheme, every defaulting company will be required to pay normal fees as per the provisions of the Companies (Registration Offices and Fees) Rules, 2014 on the date of filing of the belated document and additional fee will not be charged. Immunity from prosecution/ penalty will be given to the Company only to the extent it relates to is a delay in filing belated documents. 3. If the defaulting company has filed any appeal against any order or notice of any adjudicating authority in respect of which an application is also made under this Scheme, the Company must withdraw the appeal and furnish proof of such withdrawal. 4. In all cases where penalties are imposed by adjudicating officer for delay in filing documents under the MCA 21 Registry, and no appeal has been preferred by the concerned company, the following will apply: ¢ Where the last date of filing the document (which is being delayed) is between 1st March, 2020 and 31st May, 2020, a period of 120 additional days will be allowed from the last date to all such companies and their officers for filing an appeal before the concerned regional directors. ¢ During the additional period of 120 days mentioned above, prosecution of non-compliance of any order of an adjudicating authority (insofar it relates to delay in filing any document in the MCA 21 Registry) will not be initiated against the company. 5. The application for seeking the immunity under the Scheme has to filed electronically in Form CFSS 2020 (Form) after closure of the scheme but not after 6 months of closure of the scheme. There is no fee payable under this Form. The Form is annexed with the Notification. 6. The immunity will not be applicable for any matter pending before any court and relates to dispute of the management of the Company. Further, under this Scheme, immunity will not be provided to any Company in case where any court has ordered conviction in any matter, or an order imposing penalty has been passed by an adjudicating authority under the Act and no appeal has been preferred by the Company against any such order before the Scheme has come into force. 7. Based on the declaration made in the Form, an Immunity Certificate will be granted to the company in respect of the documents filed under this Scheme. Scheme will not apply to the following: 1. Companies against which action for final notice for striking off the name under the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 (Act) has already been initiated. 2. Where an application has already been filed by the company for striking off the name of the company. 3. Companies which have amalgamated under a scheme of amalgamation or compromise. 4. Where application has been made by companies to obtain Dormant Status 5. To vanishing companies 6. Where charge related documents (CHG-1, CHG-4, CHG-8, CHG-9) and increase in authorised capital (SH-7) is involved. Scheme for Inactive Companies: The defaulting inactive companies, while filing the Form can also: ¢ Either make an application to get themselves declared as a Dormant Company by filing Form MSC 1. ¢ Or, make an application for striking off their name under the provisions of the Act by filing form STK-2 | Advisory | All | 30-09-2020 |
| Central | Mca Revises Llp Settlement Scheme; Announces A One-Time Waiver Of Additional Filing Fees For Delayed Filings By The Llps With The Registrar Till 30Th September, 2020 | 30-03-2020 | In a Notification dated 30th March, 2020 the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has issued modifications to the Limited Liability Partnership (LLP) Settlement Scheme, 2020 (LLP Scheme). The Modifications are effective since 1st April, 2020. The LLP Scheme is a one-time waiver of additional filing fees for delayed filings by the LLPs with the Registrar of Companies during the currency of the Scheme, i.e. during the period starting from 1st April, 2020 and ending on 30th September, 2020. Key Highlights : 1.Instead of 13th June, 2020 which was previously mentioned in the original notification, the LLP Scheme as originally notified will remain in force till 31st March, 2020. 2. Further, defaulting LLPs which have filed their documents till 31st March, 2020 will not be subjected to any kind of prosecution by the Authority. Earlier, the filings were to be done till June 13, 2020 to avoid prosecution. 3. A new clause has been added detailing out the Modified Scheme: ¢ The modified scheme will come into force on 1st April, 2020 and will remain in force till 30th September, 2020. ¢ The scheme can be availed by the LLPs for filing documents which have not been filed/registered in time. ¢ A defaulting LLP is permitted to file belated documents which were due for filing till 31st August, 2020 as per the provisions of the LLP Scheme and no additional fee will be charged for filing such belated documents. (The details on filings to which the scheme would apply are in trail). ¢ Under the modifications, the defaulting LLPs who have filed their documents till 30th September, 2020 will not be subjected to prosecution by the Registrar 4. With the present modifications it is further clarified that the scheme will be concluded or continue to stay in force till 30th September, 2020. Therefore, after 30th September, 2020 the Registrar will take necessary action under Limited Liability Partnership Act, 2008 against those LLPs which have not availed the present scheme and are in default in filing the required documents. This scheme will not be applicable to LLPs which have made an application in Form 24 to the Registrar, for striking off its name from the register as per provisions of Rule 37(1) of the LLP Rules, 2009. Background: The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) had, in a Circular dated 4th March 2020, rolled out the LLP Settlement Scheme, 2020 (Scheme) to help non-compliant Limited Liability Partnership (LLP) firms turn compliant and enable ease of doing business for such entities. This Scheme initially came into force on 16th March, 2020 with a validity till 13th June, 2020. This Scheme announced a one - time relaxation in additional fees to the defaulting LLPs to make good their default by filing pending documents and to serve as a compliant LLP in future. | Mandatory | LLP | 30-09-2020 |
| Central | Sebi Extends Due Dates For Regulatory Filings By Aifs And Vcfs For Periods Ending On 31.03.2020 And 30.04.2020, By 2 Months | 30-03-2020 | SEBI in a Circular dated 30th March, 2020, has extended the due dates for regulatory filings for Alternative Investment Funds and Venture Capital Funds, in light of recent market events due to the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic. The due dates of all regulatory filings prescribed under the SEBI (Alternative Investment Funds) Regulations, 2012, for the periods ending on 31st March, 2020 and 30th April, 2020, have been extended by 2 (two) months. | Mandatory | AIF/VCF | Different timeline for separate actions. |
| Central | Sebi Extends Monthly Reporting By Portfolio Managers For The Periods Ending On 31St March, 2020 And 30Th April, 2020 | 30-03-2020 | SEBI in a Circular dated 30th March, 2020, has extended the deadline for monthly reporting by Portfolio Managers for the periods ending on 31st March, 2020 and 30th April, 2020. Such monthly reporting stands extended to 31st May, 2020 and 30th June, 2020, respectively. Further, the changes made to the SEBI (Portfolio Managers) Regulations, 2020, issued on 13th February, 2020, was scheduled to come into effect from 1st May, 2020. It has now been deferred and the changes will come into effect from 1st July, 2020. | Mandatory | FPI | Different timeline for separate actions. |
| Central | Sebi Extends Deadline For Implementing The Circular On Stewardship Code For All Mutual Funds And All Categories Of Aifs | 30-03-2020 | In a Circular dated 30th March, 2020 the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has extended the deadline for implementation of the circular on Stewardship Code (Code) applicable for all Mutual Funds and all categories of AIFs, in light of the COVID 19 pandemic. The Code which was supposed to become effective from 1st April, 2020 will now gain effect from 1st July, 2020. Previously, in a Circular dated 24th December, 2020 SEBI had introduced the Code for all Mutual Funds and all categories of AIFs in relation to their investment in listed equities. Now, SEBI has received requests from the Association of Mutual Funds of India (AMFI) and the Indian Association of Alternative Investment Funds (IAAIF) for an extension of the deadline for implementation of the Code taking into consideration the prevailing situation resulting from the CoVID-19 pandemic which will make the implementation of the Code challenging with regard to: i) effectively monitor and intervene at appropriate situations with the management of the investee companies ii) engage with the boards of the investee companies. The Code is a principle-based framework that assists institutional investors in fulfilling their responsibilities of protecting and enhancing the value of their clients and beneficiaries. Adherence to the code by institutional investors also enhances the corporate governance of the investee companies. SEBI had proposed the following Principles that all Mutual Funds and all categories of AIFs shall mandatorily follow: 1. Every Institutional Investor should formulate a comprehensive policy on how it intends to fulfil the aforesaid stewardship responsibilities and disclose it publicly. The policy should be reviewed and updated periodically, and the updated policy should be publicly disclosed on the entity's website. 2. Every Institutional Investor should formulate a detailed policy for identifying and managing conflicts of interest. The policy shall be intended to ensure that the interest of the client/beneficiary is placed before the interest of the entity and should also address how matters are handled when the interests of clients or beneficiaries diverge from each other. Such policy must be reviewed and updated periodically, and the updated policy should be publicly disclosed on the entity's website. 3. Every Institutional Investor should have a policy on continuous monitoring of their investee companies in respect of all aspects they consider important which shall include performance of the companies, corporate governance, strategy, risks etc. 4. Every Institutional Investor should have a clear policy identifying the circumstances for active intervention in the investee companies and the manner of such intervention. The policy should also involve regular assessment of the outcomes of such intervention. Intervention should be considered even when a passive investment policy is followed or if the volume of investment is low, if the circumstances so demand. 5. Every Institutional Investor must frame a comprehensive voting policy which includes details of mechanisms of voting, circumstances in which voting should be for/against/abstain, disclosure of voting, etc. The voting policy, voting decisions (including rationale for decision), use of proxy voting/voting advisory services, etc. should be publicly disclosed. 6. Every Institutional Investor shall report to their clients/ beneficiaries periodically on how they have fulfilled their stewardship responsibilities as per their policy in an easy-to-understand format. The compliances with the aforesaid Principles does not constitute an invitation to manage the affairs of a company or preclude a decision of the institutional investor to sell a holding when it is in the best interest of clients or beneficiaries. The Institutional Investors shall report periodically on their stewardship activities in the following manner: 1. A report may be placed on website on implementation of every principle. Different principles may also be disclosed with different periodicities and updation of policy may be disclosed as and when done. 2. The report may also be sent as a part of annual intimation to its clients/ beneficiaries. | Mandatory | Insurance | 01-07-2020 |
| Central | Relaxation From Compliance With Certain Provisions Of The Circulars Issued Under Sebi (Credit Rating Agencies) Regulations, 1999 Owing To The Covid-19 Pandemic And Moratorium Permitted By Rbi | 30-03-2020 | SEBI in a Circular dated 30th March, 2020, has stated that if the Credit Rating Agencies (CRAs) are of the view that the delay in payment of interest or principle has arose solely due to the lockdown conditions creating temporary operational challenges in servicing debt, including due to procedural delays in approval of moratorium on loans by the lending institutions, they may not consider the same as a default event and/or recognize it as a default. The same relaxation will be applicable for any rescheduling in payment of debt obligation done by the issuer, prior to the due date, with the approval of the investors or lenders. The relaxation is extended till the period of moratorium granted by the RBI, which is till 31st May, 2020. | Mandatory | All provided they are listed entities | 31-05-2020 |
| Central | Sebi Grants Temporary Relaxations In Processing Of Documents Pertaining To Fpis Owing To Covid-19 | 30-03-2020 | SEBI in a circular dated 30th March, 2020, has granted relaxation to Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPI), who apply for registration, continuance, KYC, etc. from providing the certified documents (including KYC) required under the provisions of the SEBI (FPI) Regulations, 2019. The relaxations have been granted till 30th June, 2020, post which the FPIs have to provide certified copies of such documents within 30 days. In case the required documents are not received after 30 days post 30th June, 2020, the accounts of such FPIs will be blocked for any fresh purchase. In case documents are still not received within 3 months post 30th June, 2020, Designated Depository Participants (DDPs) and Custodians will report these cases to SEBI for appropriate action. The relaxations provided by SEBI are summarized below: 1) DDPs and Custodians may consider and process the request for registration, continuance, KYC, KYC review or any other material change on the basis of scanned version of signed documents instead of originals and copies of documents which are not certified, received from- i) e-mail IDs of their Global Custodians or existing clients where these details are already captured in records; ii) e-mail IDs of new clients received from domains which are duly encrypted with Transport layer security (TLS) or similar encryption or the documents are password protected. 2) These documents may be uploaded on KRAs (KYC Registration Agencies). The other intermediaries may rely on said documents. | Mandatory | FPI | 30-06-2020 |
| Central | Validity Of Documents Related To Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 And Central Motor Vehicle Rules, 1989 Under The Period Of Prevention Of Covid -19 | 30-03-2020 | The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways recently released this advisory to the Director General of Police, Principal Secretaries/ Secretaries, Department of Transport and the Transport Commissioners of all the States and Union Territories advising them to refer to the order and further the guidelines issued by Ministry of Home Affairs in No.40-3/2020-DM-I(A), Dated 24th March 2020 and further to the guidelines issued, pursuant to a decision to impose a complete lock down in view of the threat imposed by the spread of COVID-19. It came to the notice of the Government that citizens are facing difficulties in renewal of validity of various documents related to Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 and Central Motor Vehicle Rules, 1989 due to complete lock-down in the country and closure of Government Transport Offices. To resolve this issue, the Government has advised the following: 1. For the requirements of the validity of the documents under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 and Central Motor Vehicle Rules, 1989, it is advised that the validity of Fitness, Permit (all types), Driving License, Registration or any other concerned document(s) whose extension of validity could not or not likely be processed due to lock-down and which have expired since Feb 01, 2020 or would expire by June 30, 2020, the same may be treated to be valid till 30th of June 2020. Enforcement authorities are advised to treat such documents valid till 30th of June 2020. 2. Non-use clause facility' for transport vehicles for suspension of tax liability, which is operational in a number of states and the facility is being provided by NIC on the VAHAN platform online, may be adopted by other states to give relief to the commercial vehicles like taxi, bus etc. which are non-operational under the current circumstances. 3. All the States and Union Territories are requested to implement this advisory in letter and spirit so that the people, the transporters and various other organisations, which are rendering essential services at this difficult time, may not get harassed and face difficulties amidst nationwide lock-down. | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Clarification On Payment Of Stipend To Apprentices | 30-03-2020 | The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship vide Office Memo No. MSDE - 1 (3)/2020AP (PMU) has clarified that apprentices will continue to get their full stipend during COVID-19 lockdown. The OM further says, all establishment shall pay full stipend as applicable to the apprentices engaged under both designated and optional trade during this time period. | Mandatory | All | 14-04-2020 |
| Central | Pending Compliances, Expiry Of Validity Of Loas, Approvals Or Permissions In The Current Lockdown In View Of Covid-19 | 30-03-2020 | The Ministry of Commerce & Industry ("Ministry") has in a notification dated 30th March 2020 introduced relaxations to the following compliances: i. Requirement to file Quarterly Progress Report (QPR) attested by Independent Chartered Engineers by Developers/Co-developers. ii. Filing of SOFTEX Form. iii. Filing of Annual Performance Reports (APR) by SEZ Units. iv. Extension of Letter of Approvals (LoA) which may expire in case of: (a) Developers/co-developers who are in the process of developing and operationalising the SEZ. (b) units which are likely to complete their 5 year block for NFE assessment. (c) units which are yet to commence operations. Further, the Ministry has also directed the Development Commissioners to ensure that no hardship is caused to Developers/ Co-Developer/ Units and no punitive action is taken in cases where any compliance is not met during the lockdown period. Development Commissioners should as far as possible grant extensions to LoAs and other compliances through electronic mode in a time-bound manner. In case it is not possible to grant extension through online mode or where a physical meeting is required, the Development Commissioners should ensure that no hardship is caused to the Developer/ Co-Developers/ Units and grant them interim extension / deferment of the expiry date till 30.06.2020. | Mandatory | Units in SEZ | No end date specified |
| Central | Irdai Issues Circular Dated 30Th March 2020 Laying Instructions To Insurers To Meet The Challenges On Account Of The Developing Situation Owing To Covid-19 | 30-03-2020 | IRDAI vide Circular dated 30th March 2020, in order to meet the challenges on account of the developing situation owing to COVID-19, issued instructions for all insurers on the following aspects: a. safely measures to be adopted while employees works from office (as insurance sector declared as essential services) such as - extreme care needs to be taken by all concerned to maintain prescribed hygiene, social distancing etc. b. communication with stakeholders - displaying dedicated help line number in website for policyholders and stakeholders including agents and intermediaries c. business continuity plan (BCP) d. setting of Crisis Management Committee e. evaluation of risk by the Risk Management Company f. precautionary measures to be adopted to combat cyber attacks g. devising of appropriate insurance products that would provide protection from risks arising out of Covd-19 h. policy servicing and claims - insurers to take steps to encourage policy holders for making digital payments, claims under Covid-19 to be dealt with expeditiously i. additional period of 30 days is allowed for dispatching documents for policies issued between 15th March and 30th April 2020 j. insurers allowed additional period of 21 days for policyholder complaint redressal for complaints received between 15th March 2020 and upto 30th April 2020, however in case of complaint pertaining to Covid-19 the general timeline will apply that is of 15 days i. in case insurers have issued travel insurance policies which were/are valid between 22nd March, 2020 and 30th April 2020, an option may be provided to the policyholders to defer the date of travel without any additional charge. | Mandatory | Insurance | No end date specified |
| Kerala | Labour Commissioner, Kerala, Launches 24X7 Call Centre For Addressing Requests / Complaints Related To Migrant Labourers During The Prevailing Covid-19 Outbreak | 30-03-2020 | The Labour Commissioner of Kerala has declared the duty of officers of Labour Department who are involved in the welfare matters of migrant labourers, as essential service and informed that a 24X7 Call Centre will be established at the Labour Commissionerate, Kerala for addressing the requests and complaints related to migrant labourers during the prevailing situation of COVID-19 outbreak. The Call Centre Numbers are as follows: 1) 155214 (BSNL) 2) Toll free No. 180042555214 (Common No.). The Call Centre Agents will provide assistance and give necessary information to the callers on the authorities to be approached. | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Madhya Pradesh | Mp Government Relaxes Timelines For Private Sector Employers For Paying Ptax And Filing Returns Under Madhya Pradesh Professional Tax Act, 1995 | 30-03-2020 | MAdhya Pradesh Government vide Gazette Notification dated 30th March, 2020 provided relaxation with regard paying professional tax and filing returns by Private Sector employers under the Madhya Pradesh Professional Tax Act, 1995. i. Employers due to pay tax by 10th April, 2020 may make such payment by 30th April 2020 and the delay will not attract any penalty. ii. Employers who are to file the returns by 15th April, 2020 can file such return before 5th May, 2020 without attracting any penlaty. | Mandatory | All | 05-05-2020 |
| Punjab | Extension Of Validity Of Consent To Establish / Operate, Authorization, Registration And Any Other Mandatory Regulatory Clearances Under Punjab Pollution Control Board | 30-03-2020 | The validity of consent to establish / operate, Authorization, Registration and any other mandatory regulatory clearances under Punjab Pollution Control Board having expiry on or after 15.03.2020 has been extended till 30.06.2020. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Telangana | Extension Of Lockdown For Factories In Telangana From 31St March To 14Th April 2020 | 30-03-2020 | The Labour Employment Training and Factories Department of Telangana has through an Order dated 30.03.2020, extended the validity of the lockdown for factories till 14th April 2020. | Mandatory | Manufacturing | 14-04-2020 |
| Uttar Pradesh | The Ministry Of Health And Family Welfare Has Released Guidelines On Clinical Management Of Covid 19. | 30-03-2020 | The Ministry of Health & Family Welfare has released the Guidelines on Clinical Management of COVID 19 on 30-03-2020. The guidelines are intended for clinicians taking care of hospitalised adult and paediatric patients of COVID 19. It does not replace clinical judgment or specialist consultation but rather to strengthen clinical management of these patients and provide to up-to-date guidance. The guidelines aims to provide clinicians with updated interim guidance on timely, effective, and safe supportive management of patients with COVID - 19, particularly those with severe acute respiratory illness and critically ill. It covers: 1 Case definitions 2 Clinical features 3 Immediate implementation of IPC measures 4 Laboratory diagnosis 5 Early supporting therapy and monitoring 6 Management of hypoxemic respiratory failure and ARDS 7 Management of septic shock 8 Other therapeutic measures 9 Prevention of complications 10 Specific therapy | Advisory | Healthcare | No end date specified |
| West Bengal | The State Government Allows Sweetmeat Shops (Mishti Shops) To Remain Open For Take Away Items | 30-03-2020 | The Government of West Bengal vide order dated 30th March 2020, has allowed sweetmeat (Mishti shops) to remain open during the period of 12pm to 4pm each day for only take away packed items. The Order further states that these shops should operate with only minimum number of staff. | Mandatory | All | 14-04-2020 |
| West Bengal | Two Employees Can Go To Banks To Facilitate Payment Of Salaries | 30-03-2020 | The Government of West Bengal vide Memo No. 65-CS/2020 has permitted not more than two employees of private companies to attend office and bank related works to facilitate payment of wages/pay their employees/workers only, for not more than two days during the lockdown period. The employer can request the local Police Station/SDO Office to issue suitable passes/endorsement in this behalf. | Advisory | Private Companies | 14-04-2020 |
| Sikkim | Due Date For Payment Of Electricity Bills Extended To 30.04.2020 | 30-03-2020 | The Sikkim Power Department has extended the due date for payment of monthly electricity bills to 30th April, 2020. Further, the surcharge to be levied on electricity due remaining unpaid on the closure of the current year, i.e., 31st March, 2020 is also extended upto 30th April, 2020. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Meghalaya | The Government Of Meghalaya Issues Notification Regarding Submission Of Physical Data For Compensation Claims | 30-03-2020 | The Government of Meghalaya, Labour Department issued a notification dated 30-03-2020, stating that the submission of physical data (claim for compensation) may be made in the prescribed format to the following department. 1. The state emergency operation centre (Disaster Management) 2. The district labour offices/block labour offices 3. By WhatsApp message | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Tamil Nadu | The State Government Of Tamil Nadu Declared Exemption From Work And Advance Payment Of The Maintenance Allowance For The Differently Abled Persons. | 30-03-2020 | The State Government of Tamil Nadu vide Press Release No.239 has exempted the differently abled persons from duty during the lock-out period starting 24-03-2020. The Government has also announced advance payment of Maintenance allowance for two months to protect the livelihood of the Differently abled persons who are already being benefitted under this scheme. The maintenance allowances of Rs 1500 per month is being given to the severely affected differently abled persons, intellectually disabled, persons with muscular dystrophy and leprosy affected persons by the welfare of differently abled persons department. | Mandatory | None | No end date specified |
| Arunachal Pradesh | Updated Sop For Covid-19 Issued By Govt Of Arunachal Pradesh | 30-03-2020 | The Govt of Arunachal Pradesh has issued an updated SOP for Covid-19 on 30th March 2020. Key points: a. Categorisation of persons infected with Covid-19/having symptoms etc. b. Surveillance Protocol for the persons categorised as infected with Covid-19/having symptoms etc b. Reporting requirement depending of depending on categorisation of persons infected with Covid-19/having symptoms etc | Mandatory | Government and Private Hospitals; Private Laboratories; All Individuals/Institutions/Organisations | No end date specified |
| Meghalaya | Govt Of Meghalaya Issues Advisory On Selling Food Items In Shillong District | 30-03-2020 | The Commissionerate of Food Safety, Health, Shillong has issued advisory against selling adulterated/substandard/damaged/ expired food products during the lockdown period. This comes in the time when there will be rush in buying food products and buyers will not have enough time to look into the details of the products. The sellers also needs to comply with safety practises like social distancing of minimum one meter. | Mandatory | Food sellers (packed, bottled, loose) | No end date specified |
| Kerala | Emergency Relief Scheme For Boc Workers In Tripura | 30-03-2020 | Registered Building and Other Construction Workers who make regular monthly contributions become eligible for getting financial benefit under 'Emergency relief Scheme for BOC Workers'. They will be paid Rs. 1,000/- for three months through credit in their bank accounts through Direct Benefit Transfer Mode. | Mandatory | Building and Construction,Real Estate | 30-06-2020 |
| Central | Faq On Companies Fresh Start Scheme | 30-03-2020 | The Corporate Laws & Corporate Governance Committee of ICAI (Committee)has issued a list of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on the Company Fresh Start Scheme, 2020 (Scheme). Background: The Ministry of Corporate Affairs had rolled out the Scheme in order to provide relief to the law abiding companies in the prevailing crisis period as well as significantly reduce the related financial burden, especially for those with long standing defaults, thereby giving them an opportunity to make a fresh start. The Scheme will incentivise compliance and reduce the compliance burden during the unprecedented public health situation caused by COVID-19. The Scheme is a one-time waiver of additional filing fees for delayed filings by the companies with the Registrar of Companies during the currency of the Scheme, i.e. during the period starting from 1st April, 2020 and ending on 30th September, 2020. Now, the Committee has issued various FAQs like the following: 1. Designated Authority of the Scheme 2. Whether any immunity Certificate is issued to the companies 3. The manner of payment of fees 4. Whether there is any opportunity for inactive companies and the like. | Advisory | All | 30-09-2020 |
| Central | Faq On Llp Settlement Scheme | 30-03-2020 | The Corporate Laws & Corporate Governance Committee of ICAI (Committee)has issued a list of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on the LLP Settlement Scheme, 2020 (Scheme). Background: The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has, through a Circular dated 4th March 2020, rolled out the LLP Settlement Scheme, 2020 (Scheme) to help non-compliant Limited Liability Partnership (LLP) firms turn compliant and enable ease of doing business for such entities. This Scheme will remain in force till 30th September and gives a Onetime relaxation in additional fees to the defaulting LLPs to make good their default by filing pending documents and to serve as a compliant LLP in future. Now, the Committee has issued various FAQs like the following: 1. Applicability of the Scheme 2. Time period of the Scheme 3. The manner of payment of fees 4. Whether there is any immunity from prosecution in respect of document(s) filed under the scheme | Advisory | LLPs | 30-09-2020 |
| Central | Relaxation Of Six Weeks To Telecom Service Providers For Filing Monthly And Quarterly Reports With Trai Due In April 2020 | 29-03-2020 | With regard to COALs request for additional time to file monthly and quarterly reports due in April 2020, the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India has granted a relaxation of six weeks from the respective due dates in respect of all monthly and quarterly reports to all telecom service providers in the larger public interest for the period ending 31st March 2020. | Mandatory | Information and communication | No end date specified |
| Central | All State And Ut Governments To Issue Orders To Public Authorities For Taking Additional Measures To Enforce Lockdown Measures Which Has Been Put To Threat By Movement Of Migrant Workmen, Who Have Been Stranded In Various Parts Of The Country, To Their Respective Homes. | 29-03-2020 | Through this order all State and UT Governments have been directed to issue orders to their District Magistrates, Deputy Commissioner and Senior Superintendent of Police, Superintendent of Police, Deputy Commissioner of Police to take additional measures for securing social distancing during lockdown which is being violated by movement of migrant workmen to their home from workplace. The prescribed additional measures are: i. providing adequate shelters and food to stranded workmen in their areas; ii. moving migrant workmen who have moved from their area to nearest shelter's quarantine facility after proper screening for at least 14 days and as per standard health protocol; iii. making sure that all employers of industries, shops or establishments continue to pay wages to migrant workmen at their respective workplaces on the due dates and without making any deduction on account of lockdown. iv. making sure that migrant workmen who are living in rented accommodation are not made to pay rent by their landlords for a month. v. taking action against landlords who are forcing migrant workmen and students to vacate rented premises under Disaster Management Act, 2005. The Order further states that the public officers would be personally liable to carry out the task of implementing additional measures listed under the order. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Letter From Home Secretary, Government Of India Providing Clarification On Pan India Lockdown Order Issued By The Ministry Of Home Affairs On 24Th March 2020 | 29-03-2020 | The letter from the Home Secretary, Government of India provides further clarifications on the two addendums issued under the nationwide lockdown order dated 25th March 2020 and 27th March 2020 respectively. The letter clarified on the following points: i. transportation of all goods without distinction of essential and non essential commodities, ii. the term "Pension" includes pension and provident fund services provided by EPFO, iii. groceries include hygiene products such as hand washes, soaps, disinfectants, sanitary pads, diapers etc., iv. entire supply chain of milk collection and distribution, including the packaging material and v. new paper delivery supply chain is allowed under print media. | Mandatory | All | 15-04-2020 |
| Haryana | Employers Of Every Industry, Shop Or Establishment In Haryana To Pay Wages To Workers Within Specified Due Date And Without Making Any Deductions For The Period During Which Their Factory, Shop Or Establishment Is Closed Due To Lockdown. | 29-03-2020 | Pursuant to notification dated 29.3.2020 issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs under Section 10 (2) (l) of the Disaster Management Act, 2005, the Director of Industries and Commerce, Haryana has issued notification directing all employers in Haryana who are running industry, shop or establishment to continue paying wages to workers without making any deduction on account of lockdown. Penalty for non-compliance - Imprisonment - Upto 1 year or fine or both. Penalty for non-compliance which results in loss of lives or imminent danger - Imprisonment upto 2 years. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Maharashtra | Maharashtra Pcb Allows Bottling Units To Start Manufacturing Sanitizers Without Obtaining Consent. The Consent Can Be Applied For In 15 Days. | 29-03-2020 | The Maharashtra Pollution Control Board has issued a circular being circular No. MPCB/CAC-Cell/TB/B-200329-FTS-0001 dated 29-03-20202 by which amendment in the process of granting permission/consent for temporary period of two months for a bottling unit manufacturing sanitizer. This change was made considering the Novel Corona Virus (COVID-19) outbreak, Pursuant to this circular: 1. Any bottling unit manufacturing sanitizer can start manufacturing activity immediately and apply for consent in 15 days. 2. All such proposals for manufacturing of sanitizers shall be considered on priority and NOC will be issued in the form of letter/Consent accordingly. 3. The project proponents can apply online on Boards Web portal htpp://www.ecmpcb.in for grant of consent to establish and operate within 15 days. 4. The consent will be issued thereafter as per the provisions in force at that time. This Circular is valid from 29-03-2020 to 31 May 2020. | Mandatory | Manufacturing | 31-05-2020 |
| West Bengal | Government Of West Bengal Issues Additional Direction Towards District Admonistrators, Employers And Landlords To Protect Workers. | 29-03-2020 | Pursuant to the nationwide implementation of lockdown measures, the Government of West Bengal issued additional directions vide Memo no- 63 CS/2020 dated 29th March, 2020, for strict enforcement and compliance. The directions are as follows : 1. The district administration must make adequate arrangements of temporary shelters and provisions of food for poor and the needy including migrant workers stranded due to the lockdown. District administration should explore the option of involving NGOs/Civil Society/Other Voluntary organisations to support and augment the service. 2. The migrant people/returnees who are already under home/institutional quarantine should be monitored daily and put under strict surveillance. In case of violation, they should be moved to institutional quarantine facilities for 14 days. 3. The people who manage to move into the state inspite of the restrictions shall be necessarily kept in the nearest quarantine facility for a minimum period of 14 days as per standard health protocol. 4. All employers, shall make payment of wages of their workers at their workplace on the due-date, without any deduction for the period their establishments are under closure during the lockdown. 5. Wherever workers including the migrant workers are living in rented accommodation, the landlord shall not demand payment of rent for a period of one month. 6. Landlords forcing labourers and students to vacate their premises will be liable for action under the Act. | Mandatory | All | 15-04-2020 |
| Gujarat | List Of Essential Services & Businesses Till 25 Mar | 29-03-2020 | Gujarat Government lists out the essential services available in Ahmedabad, Surat, Vadodra and Rajkot | Advisory | Essential services industries | No end date specified |
| Uttar Pradesh | Brick Kilns To Remain Open During Lockdown | 29-03-2020 | Chief Minister of UP directs landlord to not take one month rent, police to help the poor and needy by distributing food packets and other measures to help people impacted by COVID-19 | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Relaxation For Insurers To Submit Their Board Approved Final Re-Insurance Programme By May 31St 2020 | 28-03-2020 | 1. insurers has to file its Board approved Final Re-insurance Programme by 30th April 2020 along with a synopsis of catastrophe modelling report; 2. the insurers may comply with the above regulatory provisions on or before 31st May, 2020; | Mandatory | Insurance | 31-03-2021 |
| Central | Request For Unobstructed Movement Of Chemicals And Substances Essential For Operation Of Power Generation Utilities | 28-03-2020 | The Ministry of Power ("Ministry") has through a notification dated 28th March, 2020 further requested all State/UT Secretaries of Power, all District Magistrates of States, all Police Commissioners/Superintendent of Police of all States and all CEOs of Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) of all States to ensure that no restrictions are imposed on the production & movement of certain critical items including Chemicals and Consumable which are essential for the continued operation of power generation utilities. These Chemical and Consumables include: (a) LDO/HFO (b) Bulk Chemicals - Hydrochloric Acid, Sulphuric & Caustic Soda etc. (c) Gases - Hydrogen/ Nitrogen/ CO2/ Chlorine/ Oxygen. (d) Water Treatment Chemicals like Ferric chloride, Corrosion inhibitors, Zinc Sulphate, Scale inhibitors, Phosphonate, Co-polymer, Ter-polymer, Sodium Hypochlorite, Sodium chlorite, Bio-dispersants etc. (e) Chemicals for Sanitizers like Iso-propyl alcohol, Hydrogen per-oxide, Glycerol etc. (f) Any other items not covered above but being invoiced/ transported to Power Plants for Operation and Maintenance. | Mandatory | Power Plants, Provider of Chemicals and materials to Power Plants | No end date specified |
| Central | Irdai Issues Press Release Extending Timeline For Re-Insurers To File Final Re-Insurance Programme For The Financial Year 2020-2021 From 30Th April 2020 To 31St May 2020 | 28-03-2020 | IRDAI vide Press Release dated 28th March 2020 provides extension for filing final re-insurance programme for the financial year 2020-2021 to the insurers providing re-insurance programme. The date for such filing has been extended from 30th April 2020 to 31st May 2020 | Mandatory | Insurance [Re-insurance] | 31-05-2020 |
| Central | Irdai Issues Circular Dated 28-03-2020 Restricting General, Heath And Specialised Insurers From Entering Into Fresh Capital Gearing Treaties | 28-03-2020 | IRDAI vide Circular dated 28th March 2020 have instructed all General, Heath and Specialised insurers not to enter into fresh Capital Gearing Treaties starting 28th March 2020. IRDA also required the insurers who, as on date, are into Capital Gearing Treaties, to do the following: a. phase out existing treaties and submit plans for the same b. create appropriate reserves towards unearned premium reserves, premium deficiency reserves, outstanding claims reserves (including IBNR/IBNER) c. such treaties to be accounted for based on the principle of Substance over Form as per the Master Circular on Preparation of Financial Statements issued by the Authority in October 2012. | Mandatory | Insurance [General, Heath and Specialised insurers who are into Capital Gearing Treaties or intends to enter into such treaties ] | No end date specified |
| Central | Clarification On Contribution To Pm Cares Fund As Eligible Csr Activity Under Item No. (Viii) Of The Schedule Vii Of Ca, 2013 | 28-03-2020 | In an Office Memorandum dated 28.03.2020, the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA), has informed that the contributions made to the Prime Ministers Citizen Assistance and Relief in Emergency Stations Fund (PM CARES Fund) will qualify as Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) expenditure under the Companies Act, 2013 (Act). Earlier, in a Circular dated 23.03.2020, the MCA clarified that spending CSR funds for COVID-19 is eligible CSR activity. Post setting up of the PM-CARES Fund, the MCA has issued the present clarification. Item no. (viii) of Schedule VII of the Act, provides that contribution to any fund set up by the Central Government for socio-economic development and relief qualifies as CSR expenditure. The PM-CARES Fund has been set up primarily with the object of providing relief to those affected by any kind of emergency or distress situation like that of COVID-19 pandemic, and accordingly, a contribution to the same will qualify as CSR expenditure under the Act. | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Kerala | The Covid19 Virus Outbreak Control And Prevention State Cell Has Introduced The Covid Care Centre Facilities In Kerala For Quarantining Persons Who Have Recently Arrived In Kerala From Other Countries And Other States Of India | 28-03-2020 | The COVID19 (corona) Virus Outbreak Control and Prevention State Cell, Health and Family Welfare Department, Kerala, in order to strengthen the surveillance and control measures, has introduced COVID care centres facilities. The care facilities are meant for quarantining persons who have recently arrived in Kerala from other countries and other states of India. Vide notification no. 31/F2/2020/Health on March 28th, 2020, the COVID19 Virus Outbreak Control and Prevention State Cell, has introduced a standard operating procedure for the setting up and operation of the COVID Care Centres. | Mandatory | None | No end date specified |
| Punjab | Advisory To All The Employers/Owners Of Industries, Factories, Shops And Establishment Etc In Punjab To Not Terminate Their Employees/Workers Or Reduces Wages/Salary | 28-03-2020 | The Principal Secretary, Labour, Government of Punjab by a recent Memo dated March 28, 2020 has released necessary Advisory to the employers/owners of Private Establishments in the State of Punjab for not terminating the services of the employees or reducing their wages in view of the outbreak of COVID-19 pandemic. It referred to the letter dated March 20, 2020 received from the Ministry of Labour & Employment, Government of India on the same subject as this Advisory. In the view of curfew constraining the employees/workers to remain at home, the Advisory states that: 1. All the employers/owners of Industries, Factories, Shops and Establishment etc are advised not to terminate their employees/workers particularly casual or contractual workers from jobs and not to deduct their wages/salary. 2. If any employees/workers of such unit take leave due to this pandemic, he may be treated as on duty without any deduction in wages for this period. 3. if the place of employment has been made non-operational due to COVID-19 by an Order/Advisory of the Government, the employees of such unit should be deemed to be on duty. The Advisory further states that termination of employees from the jobs or reduction in wages in such times will impact the financial condition of the employees/workers. The employers/owners of Industries, Factories, Shops and Commercial Establishments etc are called to render cooperation to their workers/employees and the Government by adhering to the Advisory. | Advisory | All employers/owners of Industries, Factories, Shops and Commercial Establishments etc in Punjab | No end date specified |
| Telangana | Declaration Of Paid Holidays To Workers | 28-03-2020 | Government of Telangana grants paid holiday to all workers working in factories within the state which are closed due to lockdown from 22.03.2020 till 31.03.2020. | Mandatory | Manufacturing | 31-03-2020 |
| West Bengal | West Bengal Govt. Directs The Shops, Dealing With Essential Commodities, To Remain Open During Normal Hours Of Operation | 28-03-2020 | The Government of West Bengal has directed the shops dealing with essential commodities including pharmacies to remain open during normal hours of operation, in order to prevent crowding at the stores. | Mandatory | Shops | No end date specified |
| Andhra Pradesh | Protocol To Be Followed With Covid Patient Management | 28-03-2020 | The Government of Andhra Pradesh vide Order No.10/CQYIQ- dated 28.03.2020 has issued a protocol for the District collectors in testing, admitting, treating and discharging the suspect and positive patients. District Collectors shall ensure that : 1. All the suspects who are eligible for testing under the current guidelines are sent for testing 2. All the contact persons under the latest definition are being traced and put under surveillance 3. After the samples, are collected from suspects, they are admitted to respective facilities according to their category 4. lf a suspect turns out positive, the patients have to be admitted to the respective designated COVID hospitals 5. Protocol is strictly followed for treatment and discharge of patients 6. Any news of death due to COVID-l9 is released to press and public via the collector only 7. Nearest Common Bio Waste Treatment Facility (CBWTF) and SPCB is notified about opening of covlD-19 ward in the district and Bio medical waste from the hospitals, isolation wards and quarantine centre (if any) is treated scientifically. District collectors were also provided protocols for all the steps starting from Testing, After giving a sample and before the test result is out, After a sample is tested Positive, Treatment Protocol, Discharge Policy, Dead body management Protocol and Bio Medical Waste Management Protocol i. | Mandatory | None | No end date specified |
| Odisha | Guidelines For Hospitals And Nursing Homes For Covid-19 Detected Cases | 28-03-2020 | The Directorate of Health Services, Odisha has issued guidelines for general hospitals and nursing homes for COVID 19 detected cases on 28.03.2020. The Guidelines states that: 1. Whenever a COVID-19 case is detected in a hospital, the facility should notify the health department immediately. 2. The patient must be segregated to an isolated area, preferably a single cabin. 3. If the patient is critically ill in ICU, other patients in the room may be shifted to another section of the same building. The guidelines for testing must be followed as per ICMR protocols. 4. Other patients so segregated must be followed up for at lease 14 days in the hospital itself and should not be discharged. 5. Aggressive disinfection protocols must be started in the same room and the same floor. 6. All health care and outsourcing personnel who had history of contact with the patients or deployed in the same block of the hospitals must be identified, reported, quarantined and monitored for 14 days. For staffs likely to be non-compliant or for whom home quarantine is not possible, the hospital authorities will be responsible for keeping them under quarantine and monitoring. Aggressive contact tracing must start from the hospital itself. 7. Relatives must be sensitized on self-monitoring, quarantine and other standard precautionary measures. 8. Hospitals should practice aggressive visitor restrictions and enforce sick leave policies in facilities. 9. No further admission to this section of hospital is allowed unless being confirmed COVID-19 cases and the hospital is prepared to convert a section for COVID 19 10. Discharge protocols to be followed as prescribed | Mandatory | Hospitals | No end date specified |
| Punjab | Labour Department, Punjab Issues Advisory To Protect Employees From Termination And Reduction Of Wages In View Of Outbreak Of Covid - 19 Pandemic; Calls For Co-Operation From Industries, Factories, Shops, Commercial Establishments | 28-03-2020 | The Labour Department, Punjab in furtherance of a Letter by the Ministry of Labour & Employment, Government of India (detailed in trail) has issued an advisory dated 28th March, 2020 for employers/owners of Industries, Factories, Shops and Commercial Establishments. The Labour Department, Punjab acknowledging the constraint of workers/employees to report to work amidst the national lockdown has given the following advice 1. All the employers/owners of Industries, Factories, Shops and Commercial Establishments are advised not to terminate their employees/workers particularly casual or contractual workers from their jobs and not to deduct their wages/salary. 2. If any employee/worker takes leave due to this pandemic such leave must be treated as on duty without any deduction in wages for this period. 3. If the place of employment has been made non-operational due to COVID-19 by any Order/Advisory of the Government, the employees of such unit shall be deemed to be on duty. These measures have been taken to protect the financial condition and morale of employees/workers during this pandemic while asking employers/owners of Industries, Factories, Shops and Commercial Establishments for their co-operation. | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Punjab | Citizens / Service Providers In The State Of Punjab Can Apply Online For Obtaining Movement Pass During Lockdown Period | 28-03-2020 | Citizens / service providers in the State of Punjab can apply online for obtaining movement pass during the lockdown period till 3rd May 2020 The link to apply this pass is: - https://epasscovid19.pais.net.in/ | Mandatory | All | 03-05-2020 |
| Meghalaya | Detailed Protocol On Handling Of Covid-19 Suspected And Infected Cases In Meghalaya | 28-03-2020 | The Health and Family Welfare Department, Government of Meghalaya has put up a detailed protocol on handling of COVID-19 suspected and infected cases. In addition to that the Government has also released a list of designated hospitals to treat COVID-19 patients | Mandatory | Health (Hospitals, labs, etc.) | No end date specified |
| Meghalaya | Meghalaya Epidemic Diseases, Covid-19 (First Amendment) Regulations, 2020 | 28-03-2020 | I. Section 4 of the Regulation, 2020 shall be substituted by the following - i. All Hospitals (Government and Private) should have Flu corners for screening of suspected cases. Ii. All private hospitals must inform Government officials (State/District Surveillance Unit) if there are persons suspected to have COVID-19 admitted to hospital. iii. Private hospitals in the State are required to identify and set up private wards for isolation and treatment of COVID-19 patients. II. Sub-section (viii) of Section 15 shall be substituted by the following - (viii) Requiring all employees of the State Government to be always available on-call for emergency requirement in the interest of the public. Staff of all Government departments will be at disposal of District administration of the concerned area for discharging the duty of containment measures. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Instructions To Banks/Nbfcs By Rbi On Measures For Easing The Burden Of Debt Servicing, Three Month Moratorium On Payment Of Instalments Etc. | 27-03-2020 | The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) in a recent Circular titled COVID-19 Regulatory Package, dated March 27, 2020 referred to RBIs earlier released Statement of Development and Regulatory Policies dated March 27, 2020 where regulatory measures were announced to mitigate the burden of debt servicing brought about by disruptions on account of COVID-19 pandemic and to ensure the continuity of viable businesses. In this regard, RBI by this Circular has released detailed instructions directed to all Commercial Banks (including Small Finance Banks, Local Area Banks and Regional Rural Banks), all Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks/State Co-operative Banks/ District Central Co-operative Banks, all All-India Financial Institutions, and all Non-Banking Finance Companies (including Housing Finance Companies). The instructions in this circular come into force with immediate effect. The Board of Directors and the key management personnel of the lending institutions must ensure that the instructions are properly communicated down the line in their respective organisations, and clear instructions are issued to their staff regarding their implementation. | Mandatory | 1. All Commercial Banks (including Small Finance Banks, Local Area Banks and Regional Rural Banks) 2. All Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks/State Co-operative Banks/ District Central Co-operative Banks 3. All All-India Financial Institutions 4. All Non-Banking Finance Companies (including Housing Finance Companies) | No end date specified |
| Central | Relaxation From Substantial Acquisition Of Shares And Takeovers Regulations. These Regulations Require Shareholders To Compile, Collate, And Disseminate Information Of Their Consolidated Shareholding As On March 31, 2020, To The Company And The Stock Exchanges. | 27-03-2020 | Now, shareholders can disclose information of their consolidated shareholding as on March 31, 2020, to the company and the stock exchanges till June 1, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) said in a circular. | Mandatory | Listed Companies | 01-06-2020 |
| Central | All Proposals For Projects/ Activities For Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (Api), Received Up To The 30Th September 2020 To Be Category B2 Projects | 27-03-2020 | The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has categorised all proposals for projects or activities for Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API) received upto 30th September, 2020 as Category B2 projects in order to expedite the prior Environmental Clearances to the projects or activities in respect of bulk drugs and intermediates. In line with this, the Ministry has amended Column 5 as against Item 5(f) the Schedule to the Environment Impact Assessment Notification, 2006 to include All proposals for projects or activities in respect of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API), received up to the 30th September 2020, shall be appraised, as Category B2 projects, provided that any subsequent amendment or expansion or change in product mix, after the 30th September 2020, shall be considered as per the provisions in force at that time as part of the condition for projects related to - i. Synthetic Organic Chemical industry (dyes & dye intermediaries) ii. Bulk Drugs & Intermediaries (excluding drug formulations) iii. Synthetic Rubbers iv. Basic Organic Chemicals v. Other Synthetic Organic Chemicals vi. Chemical | Mandatory | Synthetic Organic Chemical industry (dyes & dye intermediaries) Pharmaceutical industry Synthetic Rubbers industry Basic Organic Chemicals industry Synthetic Organic Chemicals industry Chemical industry | 30-09-2020 |
| Central | Sebi Relaxes Listed Companies From Certain Compliance Requirements Prescribed Under The Sast Regulations, 2011 | 27-03-2020 | In a circular dated 27th March 2020, Securities and Exchange Board of India ("SEBI") extended the deadline for shareholders to compile, collate and disseminate information of their consolidated shareholding. The filing date was extended from 15th April, 2020 to 1st June, 2020 for the FY ending March 2020. The SEBI (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, 2011, require the shareholders to compile, collate and disseminate information of their consolidated shareholding, as on 31st March, by 15th April, every year. This year, with a view of the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic, the due date for providing such information to SEBI has been extended till 1st June, 2020. | Mandatory | All provided they are listed entities | 01-06-2020 |
| Central | Operation/Movement Of Services Essential For Operating Ships During Lockdown Period | 27-03-2020 | The Ministry of Shipping, Directorate General of India has in a D.O. letter dated 27th March, 2020 requested the Chief Secretaries of different states to advise their respective law enforcement agencies/concerned machineries of the state to facilitate services engaged in the supply of provisions and spares to ships and transportation of ship crew within their respective cities. Such services include: (a) Services for supply of ship's stores, spare parts, provisions, foodstuffs including supply of fresh water. (b) Transportation services of ship's crew members who are being signed on/off. (c) IT related services for ships (at office or third party service providers). This D.O. letter has been issued pursuant to a request by the Indian National Shipowners' Association of the problems being currently faced by them which may disturb the supply chain of goods in the country and defeat the continued efforts of the government for continued uninterrupted movement of cargo at India ports. | Mandatory | Ports, Ship Owners | No end date specified |
| Central | Appraisal Of All Proposals For Projects Or Activities In Respect Of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (Api) To Be Categorized As B2 Projects Under Environment Impact Assessment Notification, 2006. | 27-03-2020 | All projects or activities in respect of bulk drugs and intermediates manufactured for addressing ailments such as Novel Corona Virus (COVID-19) and those with similar symptoms will be appraised as category B2 under Environment Impact Assessment Notification, 2006 for a period up to the 30-09-2020. However, any subsequent amendment or expansion or change in product mix, after 30-09-2020, shall be considered as per the provisions in force at that time. | Mandatory | Pharmaceutical | 30-09-2020 |
| Central | Irdai Issues Order Stating Premium Rates For Motor Third Party Insurance Cover As Stated In Previous Order Dated 4Th June 2019 Shall Continue To Remain In Force Till Further Notice | 27-03-2020 | IRDAI vide Order dated 27th March, 2020 have instructed Insurers providing Motor Third Party Insurance Cover to continue charging premiums from policy holders for such cover at the rate mentioned in the IRDAI Order dated 4th June 2019 till further notice. | Mandatory | Insurance [Motor Third Party Insurance] | No end date specified |
| Central | 2Nd Addendum To Pan India Lockdown Order; Clarification On Further Additionally Exempted Industries/Services | 27-03-2020 | Second addendum to the nationwide lockdown order which further clarified the list of exempted businesses & services and also expanded the existing list of exempted businesses/services. Additionally exempted businesses now included shops for fertilizers; Custom Hiring Centres for farm machinery; Intra and inter-state movement of harvesting and sowing related machines etc. | Mandatory | All | 15-04-2020 |
| Haryana | Government Of Haryana Lunches A System To Grant Movement Passes Electronically In View Of The Lock Down. | 27-03-2020 | The Government of Haryana has launched a system of granting movement passes electronically for Government employees and public persons in view of the lockdown for Covid-19 in Haryana. Steps of obtaining the pass is mentioned below: 1.Those in emergency should logon to https://saralharyana.gov.in/ 2.Go to the COVID-19 movement pass link and fill up the form. 3.Application will be processed by the respective Deputy Commissioners office. 4.Movement Pass granted if the request is found to be genuine. 5.Movement pass will be sent over sms/email (.) Sample of the sms/email passes to be granted is enclosed with this message (.) Moreover the notifications also had instructions that proper briefing is done of all the police personnel to ensure that all those who are travelling under the authorization of the Lockdown Pass are allowed free passage. | Mandatory | All | 15-04-2020 |
| Haryana | Haryana Government Launches A System Of Granting Movement Passes Electronically Both For Government Employees As Well As Public Persons Who Have Emergency Situations Requiring Travel During The Lockdown | 27-03-2020 | The Government of Haryana has, through a notification dated 27th March 2020, launched a system of granting movement passes electronically for both Government Employees as well as Public Persons who have emergency situations wherein they need to travel despite the strict lockdown in place. The process of grant of movement passes is as follows: 1. Those in emergency should logon to https://saralharyana.gov.in/ 2. Go to the COVID-19 movement pass link and fill up the form. 3. Application will be processed by the respective Deputy Commissioners office. 4. Movement Pass granted if the request is found to be genuine. 5. Movement pass will be sent over sms/email. Please refer to the attached document for further details. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Mizoram | Procurement Of Ppes And Other Essential Items | 27-03-2020 | Chief Minister Pu Zoramthanga's and Health Minister Dr. R. Lalthangliana 's tireless efforts in procuring personal protective equipment and other necessary medical items for protection against COVID-19 bore fruit this afternoon. A consignment of 138 boxes consisting 10900 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) sets, 10000 N95 masks, 200 infrared sensors and 900 shoe covers reached Lengpui Airport by a chartered Air India flight from Delhi this afternoon. More PPEs and other necessary items are also expected to reach Aizawl very soon. These items are enroute from Guwahati. | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Punjab | Punjab Government Sets Up 24X7 Control Room To Ensure Supply Chain Of Essential Commodities | 27-03-2020 | The Punjab Government has in its website mentioned the setting up of a 24X7 Control room to ensure supply chain of essential commodities. The Control room to facilitate/coordinate hassle free movement of vehicles carrying fruits, vegetables, milk, dairy products etc. The control room will be operational from 7.00 AM to 9.00 PM and function until further orders. The following numbers have been dedicated to the control room: 7986164174, 9877937725 besides email- fruit.veg.control@punjab.gov.in. | Mandatory | None | No end date specified |
| Andhra Pradesh | Guidelines For Management Of Bio Medical Waste Contaminated/Suspected To Be Contaminated With Covid 19 In Health Facilities | 27-03-2020 | Health and Family Welfare Department of Andra Pradesh Govt. lists out guidelines for management of Bio-medical waste contaminated/suspected to be contaminated with COVID-19 in health facilities, sample collection centres and labs, quarantine camps and biomedical waste treatment facility. | Mandatory | Health (Hospitals, labs, etc.) | No end date specified |
| West Bengal | Government Of West Bengal Extends Validity Of Certificate Of Verification And Stamping Of Weights And Measures Till Further Orders | 26-03-2020 | The Consumer Affairs Department, Government of West Bengal (Department) has issued a notification extending the validity of certificate of verification and stamping of weights and measures till further orders. This move has been taken by the Department in view of the threat from COVID-19 and the safety measures in place to combat the same. Note: Rule 27 of the Legal Metrology (General) Rules, 2011, states that every weight and measure used in any transaction needs to be verified and stamped by the Legal Metrology Officer in the State in which the weight and measure is put to use and it should be re-verified at regular intervals. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Steps Taken By Epfo | 26-03-2020 | The Employees Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has issued a scheme to implement the PMGKY package for credit of employees and employers share of EPF contributions (24% of wages) for 3 months by the Government of India. Objectives: To prevent disruption in the employment of low wage earning employees and support establishments employing up to 100 employees, the Government has decided to pay for the entire EPF contributions (employers and employees contributions) for the next three months. The Scheme will be valid for March, April and May of 2020. Applicability: For Establishments For Employees (i) The establishment or factory should already be covered and registered under the Employees Provident Funds & Misc. Provisions Act, 1952. (ii) The total number of employees employed in the establishment should be up to 100 (one hundred), with 90% or more of such employees should be drawing monthly wages less than Rs.15000/-. (i) Employee should be employed in any eligible establishment earning monthly wages of less than Rs.15000/-. The UAN of the employee should be seeded with his/her Aadhaar. (ii) Employee should be a member of EPF Scheme, 1952 & Employees Pension Scheme, 1995 whose contributions are received for any period during last six months (September 2019 to February 2020) in the ECR filed by any eligible establishment against his/her UAN. Such contributions in ECR should have been received on monthly wage of less than Rs.15000/- What the employer has to do to avail the Scheme? The employer in relation to any eligible establishment, must disburse wages for the month to all employees of the establishment and file Electronic Challan cum Return (ECR) Online to avail the benefit under the Scheme. The employer of establishment claiming benefits under this Scheme have to file only one valid ECR for each of the months- March, 2020, April, 2020 and May, 2020. Form 5A (Ownership return) filed electronically should contain the details of all branches/departments and EPF Code numbers, if any, allotted separately to such branches/departments. Once ECR is uploaded by an employer eligible for relief, then the challan will separately show such amounts of employees and employers contributions as Central Govt. relief due under this Scheme in respect of eligible employees. After the employer remits the payment due from him as reflected in challan as noted at (v) above, the EPF & EPS contributions in respect of eligible employees will be credited directly in their respective UAN by the Central Govt. There is no need to seek reimbursement of relief. | Advisory | All | 31-05-2020 |
| Central | Sebi Grants Further Relaxations; Filing Requirements Extended And Various Committee Meeting Related Compliances Under Lodr Too Stands Extended | 26-03-2020 | SEBI in a circular dated 26th March, 2020, has granted further relaxations under the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. This is further to the earlier relaxations granted by way of circulars dated 19th March, 2020 and dated 23rd March, 2020. These relaxations have been provided with an aim to ease the compliance burden related to filings, with a view on the current COVID-19 crisis. Following are the relaxations: a) The due date for filing Certificate from Practicing Company Secretary on timely issue of share certificates has been extended from April 30, 2020 till May 31, 2020. b) The due date for conducting Annual General Meeting of a listed entity has been extended from August 30, 2020 till September 30, 2020. c) The due date for convening meeting of the nomination and remuneration committee for a listed entity has been extended from March 31, 2020 till June 30, 2020. d) The due date for convening meeting of the Stakeholders Relationship Committee has been extended from March 31, 2020 till June 30, 2020. e) The due date for convening meeting of the Risk Management Committee has been extended from March 31, 2020 till June 30, 2020. f) The requirement of publication of advertisements in newspapers as required, for information such as notice of the board meeting, financial results, etc., has been exempted by SEBI till 15th May, 2020. | Mandatory | All | Different timeline for separate actions. |
| Central | Peso Relaxations/Exemptions Under Explosives Rules, 2008, Gas Cylinders Rules, 2016 And Static And Mobile Pressure Vessels (Unfired) Rules, 2016 | 26-03-2020 | In view of the Covid-19 pandemic, the competent authority by a letter dated 26th march, 2020, has conveyed to PESO the following relaxations/ exemptions under the following 3 laws: Under Explosives Rules, 2008 1. Rule 112(1) All the licences having validity till 31st of March 2020 shall be deemed to have validity extended till 30th September 2020. 2. Rule 112(6) Renewal applications for the licences (having validity till 31st March 2020) may be submitted prior to 30th September 2020 which shall be exempted from submission of one year late fee. Gas Cylinders Rules, 2016 1. Rule 35 Cylinders due for testing as on 31st March 2020 shall be deemed as due for testing on 30th June 2020. SMPV(U) Rules, 2016 1. Rule 55 Validity of licence in Form LS-2 expiring on 31st March 2020 shall be deemed as expiring on 30th June 2020. 2. Rule 18 & 19 Requirement of test certificates of safety relief valves and hydro testing of pressure vessels due for testing between 15th March 2020 up to 30th June 2020 shall not be insisted and the due date for testing is extended up to 30th June 2020. | Mandatory | All | 30-09-2020 |
| Central | Notice Regarding Lockdown Of All Tea Gardens Across India | 26-03-2020 | The Tea Board of India has through an advisory dated 26th March, 2020 has clarified that in view of the nationwide lockdown order dated 24th March, 2020, all tea gardens in the country are under lockdown and are not operational. | Mandatory | Tea Manufacturing | No end date specified |
| Central | Advisory To Warehouses Registered With Wdra | 26-03-2020 | The Warehousing Development and Regulatory Authority (WDRA) has through an advisory dated 26th March, 2020 informed that all warehousemen of Warehouses and Cold storages registered with the WDRA should approach the local police authorities for obtaining curfew passes in order to ensure smooth functioning of Warehousing activity in their Warehouses in view of being an exempted business under the nationwide lockdown order of 24th March, 2020 issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs. The WDRA has further stated that the Warehouses should be operated with minimum number of staff only and they should follow the guidelines issued by the various government departments in relations to provisions for maintaining hygiene and observing social distancing. | Advisory | Warehousing | No end date specified |
| Central | Ministry Of Food Processing Industries Suggests List Of Essential Foods Which Should Be Continued To Be Manufactured, Transported, Distributed And Sold. | 26-03-2020 | Pursuant to: a. issuance of orders by Union Home Secretary dated 24.3.2020 and 25.3.2020 under Disaster Management Act; and b. letter issued by Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade, dated 23.3.2020, the Ministry of Food Processing Industries shared list of essential food products and their inputs. The ministry further stressed on the importance of uninterrupted manufacturing of the food products in order to maintain supply chain and availability of food to everyone. The ministry acknowledging the importance of availability of raw materials, packaging materials, movement of trucks carrying them, functioning of warehouses and cold storages and ability of workers to come and work in the factories and warehouses has asked for necessary instruction to be passed onto District Collectors, Police and Transport officials to enable continued functioning of food products factories, movement of their products and inputs/raw materials and allowing workers to attend these factories. The ministry shared the following sample list of food products: Manufacturing, transport, distribution & retail of a. Fruits & Vegetables b. Rice, wheat flour, other cereals and pulses c. Sugar and salt, spices & masalas d. Bakery& Dairy (Milk & Milk products) e. Tea and Coffee f. Eggs, Meat and Fish g. Food Grains, Oil, Masala and Food Ingredients h. Packaged food & Beverages i. Health supplements, Nutraceuticals, Food for Special Dietary Use (FSDU) and Food for Special Medical Purpose (FSMP) j. Infant/Baby food k. Animal Feed/Pet food Services related to manufacturing the above food products: i. Food delivery services & e-commerce for above mentioned products ii. Cold-storage/Warehousing of Food Products iii. Fuel such as Coal, Rice Husk, diesel/furnace oil and others necessary to ensure the running/manufacturing of plants/factories. iv. All raw materials, Intermediaries, packaging materials needed to support the above list of products. | Mandatory | i. Food delivery services & e-commerce ii. Cold-storage/Warehousing of Food Products iii. Fuel such as Coal, Rice Husk, diesel/furnace oil and others necessary to ensure the running/manufacturing of plants/factories. iv. All raw materials, intermediaries, packaging materials needed to support food product business. | No end date specified |
| Central | Renewable Energy Generation Stations To Continue Operations | 26-03-2020 | All Renewable Energy Generating Stations mandated to continue operations Local Administrators advised to ensure operation of such stations by - removing S.144 orders for such locations - ensuring no problem in movement of required personnel | Mandatory | Renewable Energy | 14-03-2020 |
| Central | Standard Operating Procedure Issued By Ministry Of Home Affairs For Maintaining Supply Of Essential Goods During Covid-19 Lockdown Period | 26-03-2020 | In this SOP, the Ministry, recognising that the availability of essential goods take place through small local retail shops, large organized retail stores and e-commerce companies allowed the following constituents of the supply chain to operate: i. Suppliers of essential goods, including restaurants supplying home delivery of cooked food items; ii. Facilities for storage of such essential goods which, may be known as warehouse, godown etc.; iii. Transporters/ drivers/ loaders etc. of essential goods from the place of manufacture to wholesalers and/or retailers. Such transportation may involve intra-city, inter-city in same state/UT or inter-state movement of essential goods; iv. Manufacturing units of essential goods including drugs, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, their raw material and intermediates | Mandatory | All | 15-04-2020 |
| Central | Finance Minister Announces 1.7 Lakh Crore Relief Package Under The Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Yojna For Poor And Daily Wage Workers | 26-03-2020 | Amid the Lockdown order issued by the Central Govt. and respective State Govts, the daily wage workers and poor citizens have been affected the most. To ensure that the basic necessities such as food, gas, cash reaches to this section of the society the Finance Minster has announced a relief package under the Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Yojna. The critical features of the package announced are :- 1. Amendment of EPF Regulations - Pandemic to be included as a reason to allow non-refundable advance of 75% of the amount or three months of wages (Basic + DA) whichever is lower. 2. Businesses having less than 100 workers and those employees earning monthly wages up to Rs. 15,000/-, the Govt. will pay the employers and employees contribution for the next three months. This will take off some financial burden from both employer and employee due to business disruption amid lockdown. 3. Health Care Workers - Insurance of Rs. 50 Lakhs for Safai Karmacharis, ward boys, nurses, ASHA workers, paramedics, technicians, doctors and other health care workers in the Govt. Hospital and Health Care Centres. 4. PM Garib Kalyan Ann Yojna - 80 crore individuals will be covered under this scheme. Each person will be allowed double of their current entitlement of food grain which is 5 kg of either wheat grain or rice and 1 kg of Pulses per family at no cost for the next 3 months. 5. Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Yojana - Rs. 2,000/- due in 2020-21 will be paid upfront in the month of April under the PM Kisan Yojna to all the farmers. 6. Gas Cylinder at no cost to be provided to 8 crore families for the next three months. 7. There are many other benefits announced for building and other constructions workers, collateral free lending to Self-Help groups, MANREGA wage rates increased and support for senior citizens, widows and Divyang citizens by transferring Rs. 1000/- for the next three months. | Mandatory | Industries having less than 100 workers | Construction Industry | Health Care | 26-06-2020 |
| Central | Retail Sale Of Any Preparation Containing 'Hydroxychloroquine' To Be Done In The Same Manner As Drugs Specified In Schedule H1 To The Drugs And Cosmetics Rules, 1945 | 26-03-2020 | Hydroxychloroquine has been seen as an essential drug to meet the requirements of emergency arising due to pandemic COVID-19. The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, has therefore, in the public interest, regulated and restricted the sale and distribution of the drug Hydroxychloroquine and preparation based thereon. The Ministry has therefore brought the retail sale of any preparation containing the drug under the purview of Schedule H1 to the Drugs and Cosmetics Rules, 1945 i.e., to be sold on the prescription of a Registered Medical Practitioner only. | Mandatory | Pharmaceutical Industries | No end date specified |
| Central | Retail Sale With Doorstep Delivery Of Any Drug Including Drugs Specified In Schedule H, Schedule H1 & Schedule X Permitted For All Persons Holding A Licence In Form-20 Or Form-21 Under The Drugs And Cosmetics Rules, 1945 | 26-03-2020 | Recognising the requirement of doorstep step delivery of drugs to consumers due to the pandemic COVID-19 and in the public interest, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has permitted all persons holding a license in Form-20 or Form-21 i.e., to sell, stock or exhibit or offer for sale, or distribute drugs by retail to provide doorstep delivery of drugs in Schedule H (except narcotics, psychotropics and controlled substances as defined in the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985), Schedule H1 and Schedule X. The Ministry, has however, placed restriction for the sale of drugs in Schedule H, H1 and X, requiring that the same may be sold on receipt of prescription physically or through e-mail. The licensee is required to conform to the following conditions - (i) Submission of an e-mail ID for registration with the licensing authority if prescriptions are to be received through email. (ii) Doorstep delivery is to be provided to patients located within the same revenue district where the licensee is located. (iii) In case of chronic diseases, the prescription shall be dispensed only if it is presented to the licensee within 30 days of its issue and in acute cases, the prescription shall be dispensed only if it is presented to licensee within 7 days of its issue. (iv) The bill or cash memo is required to be sent by the return email and records of all such transactions are to be maintained. | Mandatory | Pharmaceutical Industries | No end date specified |
| Central | Verification And Stamping Of Weights And Measures Under The Legal Metrology Act Extended For 3 Months Due To The Prevalent Condition Of Covid-19 | 26-03-2020 | The Department of Consumer Affairs vide its notification dated 26th March 2020 has extended a period of three months for verification and stamping of weights and measures. Due to the prevalent condition of COVID-19 and in order to prevent the gathering of persons for verification and stamping purposes, the extension of three months has been provided. Further additional fees payable by the users of weights and measures for re-verification, due to expiry of validity of stamp on postponement of re-verification shall be relaxed for the extended period. | Mandatory | Manufacturing, Importing, Packaging | 26-06-2020 |
| Haryana | Gurugram Police Allows Movement Of Technical Personnel For Maintenance / Repair Of Buildings, Apartments Or Appliances | 26-03-2020 | The Gurugram Police vide tweet (Twitter platform) dated 26th March 2020, directed certain categories of individuals who are exempted from the restriction on free movement during lockdown period. These technical personnel whose services fall under essential categories and will be allowed free movement for performance of their services are electricians, plumbers, mechanics for Lifts, Air conditioners, Vehicles, Generators, Televisions, Dish TV, CCTC and Cable TV; Internet Service Providers, Private Security Guards, Supervisors, Gas/CNG service pipeline technicians, Sanitization works and domestic helpers. | Advisory | Electricians | Plumbers | Mechanics for Lifts, Air conditioners, Vehicles, Generators, Televisions, Dish TV, CCTC and Cable TV | Internet Service Providers | Private Security Guards | Supervisors | Gas/CNG service pipeline technicians | Sanitization works and domestic helpers | 14-04-2020 |
| West Bengal | Wb Govt. Order On Movement Of Personnel And Supply Of Essential Commodities | 26-03-2020 | The Government of West Bengal vide order number 28-CS/2020 has merged pervious two orders with respect to movement of personnel and supply of essential commodities for the ease of public and to amend the previous orders. The Govt. has issued guidelines for unrestricted movement of goods and services and unrestricted movement of personnel by producing their ID cards issued by the Govt or their employers (for Private sector employees). Example :- Law & Order, Courts, Police, Fire Department, Electricity, Banks, Grocery Stores, vegetables, fruits, meat, fish, eggs, poultry sellers, Transportation, E-commerce of groceries, food items, home delivery of food, Medicine Shops, Hospital employees etc. Further, personnel associated with hyper-mart, super stores, e-commerce platforms, home delivery of food will be allowed unrestricted movement on production of authorization letter issued by the employer and such letter needs to be endorsed by the local police / SDO. Movement pass will not be required for private individuals going for procurement of essential food items, medicine, health consultation but not more than two people. | Mandatory | 1.Telecom, postal services, Internet, IT & ITES, including staff engaged in maintenance of critical infrastructure such as servers, telecom towers etc. 2.National Informatics Centre, Early Warning Agencies 3.Banks, Insurance and ATMs 4.Capital and Debt market services as notified by the SEBI 5.Food including groceries, vegetables, fruits, meat, fish, bread, milk, eggs, poultry feed, cattle feed storage and transportation 6.Cold storage and warehousing services 7.E-commerce of groceries, food items, and home delivery of food, pharmaceuticals and medical equipment. 8.Public utilities including petroleum, CNG, LPG, PNG storage and transportation 9.Medicine shops, optical stores, pharmaceutical manufacturing and their transportation 10.Production and Manufacturing units requiring continuous process (after obtaining necessary approval from the District Magistrate in their respective districts and Commissioner KMC in Kolkata Municipal Corporation area). 11.Print, electronic media and social media, MSOs and Cable operators 12.Manufacturing units engaged in production of essential commodities and associated supply chain 13.Hotels, home stays, lodges and motels, which are accommodating tourists and persons stranded due to lockdown, medical and emergency staff, air and sea crew. 14.Establishments used/earmarked for quarantine facilities 15.Movement of essential food commodities through road, airports, ports, railway sidings 16.Movement of forest sector essential services 17.Transport, storage and sale of seeds, insecticides, pesticides and fertilizers 18.Manufacturing units for packaging materials of food items, drugs, pharmaceuticals and medical devices 19.Movement of patients and their attendants to and fro from hospitals and nursing homes. 20.People engaged in ongoing agriculture operations. | 14-04-2020 |
| Andhra Pradesh | List Of Essential Services / Commodities, Shops Dispensing Such Items And Movement Of Employees Related To Such Items - Exemption From Lockdown | 26-03-2020 | The following items have been identified as essential services/commodities. Transport services carrying the above goods, shops selling the above goods and movement of staff/employees related to these goods shall be exempted from lockdown. 1.1. All vegetables 1.2. All fruits 1.3. Milk and dairy products 1.4. Eggs, poultry, meat and fish 1.5. Groceries (Pachari samanlu) 1.6. Public Distribution System through FP Shops 1.7. Fodder, Cattle feed and Aqua feed and ingredients Drinking water (RO/ mineral) and water tankers 1.9. Bread and Biscuits 1.10. Bulk drugs and pharmaceuticals 1.11. Drug formulations (Medicines) 1.12. Masks & Sanitizers 1.13. Medical equipment and medical supplies 1.14. Health services and medical shops and Veterinary services 1.15. Petroleum products including LPG, CNG, Furnace oil, Petrol, Diesel, LS, HS, Aviation Fuel, ethanol etc. 1.16. Rice Mills, Dal Mills and Oil Mills 1.17. Loading, dispatch and unloading of food grains from all godowns 1.18. Internet and Telecom service providers and their agencies 1.19. Post offices 1.20. Banks and ATMs 1.21. Insurance companies 1.22. Stock articles required for procurement of food grains/ Vegetables / fruits viz., Tarpaulins, Gunnies, Polythene, Crates, fumigants etc., 1.23. E-commerce platforms such as Amazon, Flipkart etc and food delivery platforms such as Swiggy, Zomato etc. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Manipur | Guidelines For Opening Of Shops Selling Essential Goods Such As Milk, Eggs, And Vegetables. | 26-03-2020 | The Government of Manipur vide order no. DC(IE)/COVID-19/2020 dated 26-03-2020, issued a notification to ensure shops for essential items like grocery, eggs, milk, vegetables, fruits, aata, sugar, matter are open. The Guidelines included Zone wise segregation and further segregation into clusters with names and contact details of incident commanders and specific time and days of opening. The Guidelines also requires strict adherence to the below mentioned: 1. Social distancing to be followed while purchasing the grocery items 2. Spacing pattern will be strictly maintained 3. Price hiking is prohibited 4. Bulk buying is prohibited 5. One member of family to come out for purchasing groceries 6. Shopkeepers to maintain the details of the buyers 7. No vehicles of any kind will be allowed to come for purchase 8. Crisscrossing of public between clusters is strictly prohibited 9. Medical Stores will be opened 24X7 | Mandatory | None | No end date specified |
| Central | Ministry Of Health And Family Welfare Allows Doorstep Delivery Of Drugs Based On The Receipt Of Prescription Physically Or Through E-Mail Amidst Covid-19 Pandemic | 26-03-2020 | The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare with a notification dated 26th March, 2020 has directed persons holding a license in Form-20 or Form-21 under the Drugs and Cosmetic Rules, 1945 to sell, stock or exhibit or offer for sale, or distribute drugs by retail, intends to sell any drug including the drugs specified in Schedule H except narcotics, psychotropics and controlled substances. Background : To meet the requirements of emergency arising due to pandemic COVID-19 and in public interest the government has initiated retail sale of drugs to the doorstep of consumers. Drugs specified in Schedule H1 and Schedule X can be delivered on the doorstep based on the receipt of prescription physically or through e-mail and sale of such drugs will further be subjected to the following conditions i. The licensee shall submit an e-mail ID for registration with the licensing authority if prescriptions are to be received through email. ii. The drugs shall be supplied at the doorstep of the patients located within the same revenue district where the licensee is located. iii. In case of chronic diseases, the prescription shall be dispensed only if it is presented to the licensee within 30 days of its issue and in acute cases, the prescription shall be dispensed only if it is presented to licensee within 7 days of its issue. iv. The bill or cash memo shall be sent by the return email and records of all such transactions shall be maintained by the licensee. | Advisory | Pharmaceuticals, E-Commerce | No end date specified |
| Assam | Govt. Of Assam Provides Additional Advisory On Movement Of Vehicles Carrying Food Grains, Vegetables / Fruits And Functioning Of Markets / Grocery Stores During Lockdown Period | 26-03-2020 | The Government of Assam, Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Department of Dispur provides additional advisory on movement of vehicles supplying and carrying food grains, operations of daily markets and other essential commodities and services during lockdown period. The advisory highlights the following points: - 1. Inter/intra state movement of petroleum products, Dairy products, Animal feed, LPG, food items, drugs, pharmaceutical and medical items should not be restricted. 2. The district Authority will maintain a database of the transporters/suppliers of the above mentioned items. 3. Passes shall be arranged for the transporters and suppliers. 4. Health status of drivers and helpers will be monitored. 5. Wholesalers / retailers are encouraged to sell fruits, vegetable and milk on door step. 6. Sellers in the weekly markets should be spread and the distance between two vendors should be at 2 to 3 meters. 7. Municipal Markets to have proper entry and exit points and the total number of people in the market should not be more than 10. 8. Common citizens should not be allowed in wholesale markets. 9. Grocery shops are encouraged to keep fruits and vegetables and wholesalers are encouraged to supply vegetables at the grocery stores. | Mandatory | All | 21-04-2020 |
| Kerala | Kerala Pollution Control Board Adopts Central Advisory For Maintaining Cleanliness During The Lockdown Period. | 26-03-2020 | The Kerala Pollution Control Board (KPCB) has adopted the additional advisory of the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, Government of India with respect to maintaining cleanliness during the lockdown. The key highlights are :- 1. Sweeping, bleaching, disinfecting the public places (parks, commercial areas, place of worship etc.) during the lockdown. 2. Safe disposal of waste from quarantined households by especially marking the disposal bags in yellow colours. These wastes will be treated as Bio-Medical waste. 3. These quarantined household waste to be transported separately and the vehicles collecting these wastes to be disinfected regularly. 4. The wastes from quarantines households to be disposed only through incineration. 5. Masks, gloves collected from non-quarantined households should be treated as domestic hazardous waste and should be wrapped in a separate paper, collected and transported separately without mixing with normal household waste. 6. Sanitary workers / staffs involved in collecting and transporting the hazardous wastes should be provided with protective kits. 7. Fresh daily protective kits to be provided to the sanitary workers / staffs engaged in collection of waste from quarantine households. 8. Before leaving for collection duty and after returning to their duty station, thermal checking to be done and mandatory handwash to be done. 9. Collecting staff to deposit their used masks/gloves /protective gears in a designated cordoned off area and such waste to be treated as bio-medical waste. | Mandatory | Government ULBs and Waste collecting agents | No end date specified |
| Karnataka | Karnataka Government Rolls Out List Of Retailers / Operators And Online Delivery Services Permitted To Operate On Obtaining Relevant Passes In Bengaluru City Amidst Lockdown | 26-03-2020 | The Police Department, Government of Karnataka in a notification dated 26th March, 2020 has allowed the following retailers / operators and online delivery services to operate on obtaining relevant passes in Bengaluru City Zomato, Flipkart, Amazon, Swiggy, Grofers, Bigbasket, Milkbasket, Dunzo, Big Bazaar, Snapdeal, Licious, Medlife, PharmEasy, Ninjacart, Healthians Diagnostics, Delhivery Pvt. Ltd., More Retail Ltd., Easyday, Spencers, Reliance Fresh, Foodpanda, Ubereats, 1MG, Dr. Lal PathLabs, Max-Path, Dmart, Ola eats, Shadofax, Metro Wholesale, Super Daily, Hyperpure, Practo, Akshayakalpa Farm and Foods, Jumbotail, Apollo Pharmacy, Shop G, Towness, Portea, MTR Foods, Snapzo, Peelwater and any other e-commerce retailers / operators shall be allowed to operate. These operator / retailers have to obtain passes for vehicles / persons from any of the 8 Deputy Commissioners of Police (L&O) in the Bengaluru City. They can contact Smt. Divya Sara Thomas, IPS, Dy Commissioner of Police, City Armed Reserve Police, Bengaluru city if they face any difficulty. | Mandatory | All, E-commerce companies | No end date specified |
| Assam | Additional Advisory On Availability Of Food Items, Maintenance Of Supply Chain And Movement Of Vehicles For The Same Issued By Govt Of Assam | 26-03-2020 | Food, Civil Services and Consumer Affairs Department, Govt of Assam have issued additional advisory on availability of food items, maintenance of supply chain and movement of vehicles for the same. Key points: a. Inter state and Intra state movement of petroleum products, dairy products, animal feeds, LPG food items, drugs, pharmaceuticals and medical items should not be restricted. b. Railway and Airport for exempt cargo movement will be allowed c. Supply of fruit, vegetables, dairy products should be made available at doorsteps to the extent possible by encouraging wholesalers/retailers to use vans. d. Municipal markets should be reoriented to have proper entry and exit points. | Advisory | Wholesale/Retail of Fruits/Dairy/Vegetable; Logistics | No end date specified |
| Central | Spices Board Relaxes Requirement Of Pre-Shipment Sampling, Testing And Sampling Of Export Consignments Of Spices And Spice Products; Effective From 26.03.2020 Until Further Orders | 26-03-2020 | The Spices Board, Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India (Spices Board), through a Circular dated 26th March, 2020, has relaxed the requirement of pre-shipment sampling, testing and stuffing of export consignments of certain spices to selected destinations. This step has been taken by the Spices Board keeping in view the current difficulties being faced by the exporters of spices due to the lockdown enforced due to COVID-19 (coronavirus). The following relaxation (with certain conditions) has been provided by the Spices Board: 1. Wherever the importing countries do not mandate production of Spices Board Analytical Reports at the port of discharge of the export consignment of spices and spice products from India, such consignments are temporarily exempted from the mandatory sampling and stuffing requirements stipulated by the Spices Board. 2. However, the existing pre-shipment sampling, testing, stuffing and health certificate requirements will continue to be applicable to the export consignments of spices and spice products meant for European Union (EU) countries. 3. The exporters have been advised to ensure adequate internal measures to meet the quality and safety requirements of the importing countries. This exemption provided by the Spices Board will remain in force till further Order/s are released in relation to it. | Mandatory | Spice manufacturing, export | No end date specified |
| Manipur | Guidelines For Opening Of Shops Selling Essential Goods Such As Milk, Eggs, And Vegetables. | 26-03-2020 | The Deputy Commissioner of East Imphal District, Manipur in an order dated 26th March, 2020 has released a list of shops for essential items (grocery, eggs, milk, vegetable, fruits, aata, sugar, salt, mattar) that will remain open at specific times and during specific days during the COVID-19 lockdown. In addition to that, certain guidelines with respect to shops and individuals such as practicing social distancing, prohibition of price hike, shopkeepers to maintain details of buyers etc. are also issued by the Deputy Commissioner of Imphal East District. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Tamil Nadu | Restrictions Extended In Tamil Nadu For 21 Days From 25.03.2020 | 25-03-2020 | Restrictions imposed Tamil Nadu from 18.00 hrs of 24.3.2020 to 06.00 hrs of 1.4.2020 has been extended from 25.3.2020 for 21 days. Please refer to attachment for list of restrictions along with exemptions. | Mandatory | All | 14-04-2020 |
| Assam | Government Of Assam Directive On Corona Virus Disease 2019 (Covid -19)- Guidelines To The Factory Management. Applicable To All Factories Coming Under The Purview Of Indian Factories Act 1948 And Assam Factories Rules 1950 With Immediate Effect | 25-03-2020 | The Government of Assam recently released directive on Corona Virus Disease 2019 (COVID -19)- Guidelines to the Factory Management which is applicable to all factories coming under the purview of Indian Factories Act 1948 and Assam Factories Rules 1950 with immediate effect. 1. It directs all Factories to safely shut down their processes or operation with the exemption of the following category of factories as described below, so as to comply with the deadline associated to the Lock Down process i.e. not later than 6pm of 24-03-2020. The description of Exempted category of factories that have been permitted to operate are: i) Manufacturing units of essential commodities. ii) Production units which require continuous process after obtaining required permission from the Government of Assam. Please note that if there is any doubt whether any establishment/service is essential or not, the District Magistrate shall be the competent authority to decide. 2. All factory managements are requested to treat the shutdown period as paid holidays, with full emoluments as eligible, for the employees including the contract and daily waged workers. 3. The two categories of factories as mentioned above, that are declared exempted from shut down domain, are permitted to operate subject to the conditions laid down in these Guidelines/Directive as follows: i) These guide lines issued by this Inspectorate and uploaded in its website (vide no. Est/398/17/740-56, Dated 20th March 2020), in the wake of outbreak of CORONA Virus shall be strictly complied with. ii) Factories are advised to maintain only bare minimum personnel for safe operation of the plant. iii) Factories shall so deploy their employees that they avoid the close proximity of each other which under no circumstances is less than 1 metre. iv) No construction works or any activity not directly linked to the core manufacturing process shall be carried out in any factory. v) Exempted Factories having storage of any hazardous material or product should have enough Hazard containment facility and fire fighting units with trained staffs for the safe operation of the plant. vi) Exempted factories having storage of hazardous materials of any form shall convey the details of the same with MSDS and steps taken for their safe storage to the to the concerned Inspector of Factories / Senior Inspector of Factories through any electronic communication mode with copy thereof to the Chief Inspector of Factories, Assam. vii) All the exempted factories including the Major Accident Hazard (MAH) categories shall come up with a detail action plan (with details of reserve employees) in case any exigencies arising out of exposure of their employees to COVOD-19 and convey the same to this Inspectorate through electronic mode. viii) The list with contact details, mobile phone numbers and associated Police Station of deployed staffs should be kept ready and maintained by the Occupier/Manager and to be made available to the concerned authority when demanded. ix) Notwithstanding anything as listed above, Factories shall adhere to all directives under various departments of Govt. of Assam and Govt. of India. These orders shall remain in force till the cessation of the Lock Down | Mandatory | Factories in Assam | No end date specified |
| Central | Revised Guidelines For Handling, Treatment And Disposal Of Waste Generated During The Treatment/Diagnosis/ Quarantine Of Covid-19 Patients Please Note: While The Link In The Allocation Was For Telangana State Pollution Control Board, The Guidelines Were Originally Issued By The Central Pollution Control Board Which Was Then Adopted By States. | 25-03-2020 | The Union health ministry has rolled out the revised guidelines for management of waste generated during the diagnosis and treatment of COVID-19 suspected or confirmed patients to be followed by all stakeholders. Applicability: The stakeholders include isolation wards, quarantine centers, sample collection centers, laboratories, Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) and common biomedical waste treatment & disposal facilities. The guidelines also include existing practices under Bio-medical Waste Management (BMWM) Rules, 2016. These guidelines are based on current knowledge on COVID-19 and existing practices in management of infectious waste generated in hospitals while treating viral and other contagious diseases. Furthering the same, state and central governments have initiated various steps, which include setting up of quarantine centers/camps, isolation wards, sample collection centers and laboratories. These guidelines which will be updated further if need arises and is done mainly to incorporate specific requirements and responsibilities of persons operating quarantine camps or caretakers of quarantine homes/home-care units and also the responsibilities of ULBs. Specific provisions are also incorporated for States not having common Common Biomedical Waste Treatment Facility (CBWTF) and for allowing hazardous waste incinerators to dispose COVID-19 waste. It is also stipulated that Guidelines brought out by World Health Organisation (WHO), Union health ministry, Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), Centre for Disease Control (CDC) and other concerned agencies from time to time may also be referred. Revised guidelines have been stipulated for handling, treatment and disposal of COVID-19 waste at healthcare facilities, quarantine camps/quarantine-homes/ homecare, sample collection centers, laboratories, SPCBs/PCCs, ULBs and CBWTFs. Healthcare facilities having isolation wards for COVID-19 patients need to follow following steps to ensure safe handling and disposal of biomedical waste generated during treatment like: i. keeping separate colour coded bins/bags/containers inwards and ii. maintaining proper segregation of waste as per BMWM Rules, 2016 as amended and CPCB guidelines for implementation of BMWM Rules. iii. As precaution double layered bags (using 2 bags) should be used for collection of waste from COVID-19 isolation wards so as to ensure adequate strength and no-leaks. iv. There should be collection and storage of biomedical waste separately prior to handing over the same CBWTF. v. Other guidelines include use of a dedicated collection bin labelled as COVID-19 to store COVID-19 waste and keep separately in temporary storage room prior to handing over to authorized staff of CBWTF. vi. Biomedical waste collected in such isolation wards can also be lifted directly from ward into CBWTF collection van. vii. In addition to mandatory labelling, bags/containers used for collecting biomedical waste from COVID-19 wards, should be labelled as COVID-19 Waste. This marking would enable CBWTFs to identify the waste easily for priority treatment and disposal immediately upon the receipt. viii. General waste not having contamination should be disposed as solid waste as per SWM Rules, 2016. ix. Maintain separate record of waste generated from COVID-19 isolation wards, use dedicated trolleys and collection bins in COVID-19 isolation wards. x. The (inner and outer) surface of containers/bins/trolleys used for storage of COVID-19 waste should be disinfected with 1% sodium hypochlorite solution daily. xi. There should be deputation of dedicated sanitation workers separately for biomedical waste and general solid waste so that waste can be collected and transferred timely to temporary waste storage area. x. Guidelines for isolation wards should be applied suitably in case of test centers and laboratories also. Less quantity of biomedical waste is expected from quarantine Camps/Quarantine Home/ Homecare facilities. However, the persons responsible for operating quarantine camps/centers/home-care for suspected COVID-19 persons need to follow the below mentioned steps to ensure safe handling and disposal of waste. i. General solid waste (household waste) generated from quarantine centers or camps should be handed over to waste collector identified by Urban Local Bodies or as per the prevailing local method of disposing general solid waste. ii. Biomedical waste if any generated from quarantine centers/camps should be collected separately in yellow coloured bags (suitable for biomedical waste collection) provided by ULBs. These bags can be placed in separate and dedicated dust-bins of appropriate size. iii. Persons operating Quarantine camps/centers should call the CBWTF operator to collect biomedical waste as and when it gets generated. iv. Persons taking care of quarantine home/home-care should deposit bio-medical waste if any generated from suspected or recovered COVID-19 patients, by following any of the following methods as may be arranged by ULBs like handing over the yellow bags containing biomedical waste to authorized waste collectors at door steps engaged by local bodies or deposit biomedical waste in yellow bags at designated deposition Centers established by ULBs. The bag again should be stored in yellow bag or container or should be handed over the bio-medical waste to waste collector engaged by CBWTF operator at the doorstep. | Mandatory | To all stakeholders involved in the management of waste generated during diagnostic or treatment of Covid 19 suspected or confirmed cases. For e.g. Laboratories, Sample collection centres, common bio medical waste treatment and disposal facilities. | No end date specified |
| Central | Extension Of Validity Of Prior Environmental Clearances Till 30Th June, 2020 | 25-03-2020 | The validity of Prior Environmental Clearances in respect of all category of projects or activities expiring between 15.03.2020 and 30.04.2020 has been extended till 30.06.2020 provided that such project or activity is permissible to be carried out as per other relevant laws and regulation during the period of such extension. The terms and conditions will remain the same as under the previous Prior Environmental Clearance. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Central | 1St Addendum To Pan India Lockdown Order; Clarification On Additionally Exempted Industries/Services | 25-03-2020 | First addendum to the nationwide lockdown order which clarified the list of exempted businesses & services and also expanded the existing list of exempted businesses/services. Additionally exempted businesses now included shops for seeds and pesticides, veterinary hospitals; pharmacies and pharmaceutical research labs; cross land border movement of essential goods including petroleum products and LPG, food products, medical supplies etc. | Mandatory | All | 15-04-2020 |
| Central | Dpiit Setting Up Control Room To Monitor Ground Level Difficulties During Lockdown | 25-03-2020 | The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry is setting up a control room to monitor (in real time) the status of transportation and delivery of goods, manufacturing, delivery of essential commodities during the lockdown period. The department has asked the manufacturer, transporter, distributor, wholesaler or e-commerce companies to reach out to the department at the below mentioned number or email if they are facing any difficulties :- Telephone - +91 1123062487 E-mail - controlroom-dpiit@gov.in The above telephone number will remain functional from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM. | Advisory | Manufacturer, distributors, transporter, wholesalers and e-commerce companies | 14-04-2020 |
| Central | Staff / Personnel Associated With Power Generation Or Distribution Exempted From Lockdown | 25-03-2020 | The Ministry of Power vide notification dated 25th March 2020, has stated that power generation is an essential service and the staff and personnel (including vendors) associated with power generation, inter-state distribution to grids, power stations will have waiver from section 144, nationwide lockdown, curfew or any other limitation. Minimum staff to be allowed to work for the power plants and offices. Necessary permission / passes to be provided on production of official ID cards / authorization letters from interstate power generating stations. The respective state governments will also provide similar permission / passes to their state generating stations and Independent Power Producers. | Mandatory | Power generating, distribution companies and associated vendors | 14-04-2020 |
| Central | Guidelines For Handling, Treatment, And Disposal Of Waste Generated During Treatment/Diagnosis/ Quarantine Of Covid-19 Patients | 25-03-2020 | The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) released this specific guidelines i.e., precautionary steps to be adopted for management of waste generated during diagnostics and treatment of COVID-19 suspected / confirmed patients. These Guidelines dated March 25, 2020 is in suppression of the earlier guidelines released by CPCB on March 19, 2020. This is applicable to all Healthcare Facilities, Home-care, isolation wards, quarantine centers/homes/camps, sample collection centers, laboratories, ULBs and common biomedical waste treatment and disposal facilities, and is in addition to existing practices under BMW Management Rules, 2016. The Guidelines lists specific steps, i.e., precautionary steps to be adopted by the above-mentioned stakeholders and will help them in managing, handling, treating, and disposing solid waste in line with the provisions under the Solid Waste Management Rules, 2016 and Bio-medical Waste Management Rules, 2016 as amended by these Guidelines. Penalty for non-compliance - Imprisonment - Upto 5 years or fine of Rs 1 Lakh or both. Penalty for Continuing offence after conviction - Continuing offence beyond 1 year after the date of first conviction: Imprisonment upto 7 years. Additional fine: Maximum: Rs. 5,000 for each day would be imposed (after the first day of conviction). | Mandatory | Healthcare Facility/Providers, testing centers, laboratories, including the following: Healthcare Facilities Home-care Isolation wards Quarantine centers/homes/camps Sample collection centers laboratories ULBs Common biomedical waste treatment and disposal facilities | No end date specified |
| Central | Guidelines On Rational Use Of Personal Protective Equipments (Ppes) To All Major And Minor Ports For Dealing With Novel Coronavirus (Covid-19) Pandemic | 25-03-2020 | The Directorate has issued instructions to all major and minor ports for dealing with novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic vide DGS Order No. 04 of 2020 dated 20.03.2020 (F. No. 7-NT (72)/2014). Vide notification dated 25th March 2020, clarification has been given by the Directorate with regard to protocol to be followed at all major and minor ports for rational use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE's): 4.1 Pilots or inspection staff embarking on vessel with no suspect case in ship, the risk is low and following protective gears are advised: a. Triple layered mask b. Gloves 4.2 If the pilot or inspection staff embarking on vessel which has a suspect case of COVID-19 in the ship, then the following protective gears are advised: a. N-95 or equivalent mask b. Gloves c. Shoe cover 4.3 Port personnel embarking the vessel but not coming in contact with the ship crew: a. Triple layered mask b. Gloves 4.4 Personnel involved in cargo operations are advised the following protective gears: a. Triple layered mask b. Gloves c. Regular maritime PPE like shoes, helmet, working gloves etc. to be worn as per the existing practices of the ports 4.5 Hand hygiene at all times to be practiced. 4.6 Disposal of PPE: Disposal of PPE shall be as per the guidelines of MoHFW, Govt. of India, issued from time to time. | Advisory | Shipping Industry | No end date specified |
| Haryana | Haryana Government Has Listed Down Essential Industries / Services Which Are Exempted From Lockdown | 25-03-2020 | The Haryana Government vide advisory dated 25th March 2020 has listed down the essential industries and services which will be exempted from the lockdown :- 1. Food, Food Products & other allied industries including transportation. 2. Milk, Milk Products & allied industries including transportation. 3. Agriculture, Vegetables, Fruits and Industries related to these packaging & procurement including transportation 4. Face Mask 5. Hand Sanitizer 6. Disinfectants, Alcohol and Bleach based 7. Packaging Industries working for food and pharma industries 8. All Pharmaceuticals and Medical industries 9. Poultry/Meat/fishery Processing Unit 10. Food Irradiation Unit etc. 11. Cattle/Poultry feed/ Animal Feed manufacturing and transport. 12. Industrial Units manufacturing water purifiers and purified water 13. Industries manufacturing equipment / materials used in public health services 14. Electricity generation. distribution and transmission 15. IT services, IT Enabled services and Data Centres providing services to any essential industries 16. Production transportation and supply chain. E-commerce of all essential goods including food, fast moving consumer goods. pharmaceutical, Sanitizer. Mask. Pest/Insect Control and Medical equipment, Warehousing of all essential food. Grocery, Grains 17. Factories/Production sites/Commercial 18. Entities shall be allowed to have security and fire-fighting personnel present 19. Continuous process industries which cannot be stopped, the decision whether it is essential or not will lie with the District Magistrate | Advisory | 1. Food, Food Products & other allied industries including transportation. 2. Milk, Milk Products & allied industries including transportation. 3. Agriculture, Vegetables, Fruits and Industries related to these packaging & procurement including transportation 4. Face Mask 5. Hand Sanitizer 6. Disinfectants, Alcohol and Bleach based 7. Packaging Industries working for food and pharma industries 8. All Pharmaceuticals and Medical industries 9. Poultry/Meat/fishery Processing Unit 10. Food Irradiation Unit etc. 11. Cattle/Poultry feed/ Animal Feed manufacturing and transport. 12. Industrial Units manufacturing water purifiers and purified water 13. Industries manufacturing equipment / materials used in public health services 14. Electricity generation. distribution and transmission 15. IT services, IT Enabled services and Data Centres providing services to any essential industries 16. Production transportation and supply chain. E-commerce of all essential goods including food, fast moving consumer goods. pharmaceutical, Sanitizer. Mask. Pest/Insect Control and Medical equipment, Warehousing of all essential food. Grocery, Grains 17. Factories/Production sites/Commercial 18. Entities shall be allowed to have security and fire-fighting personnel present 19. Continuous process industries which cannot be stopped, the decision whether it is essential or not will lie with the District Magistrate | 14-04-2020 |
| Jammu And Kashmir | Measures For Financial Assistance During The Lock Down Period Due To Covid-19 | 25-03-2020 | These measures have been introduced to provide financial assistance to the people of Jammu and Kashmir in view of the 21 day lockdown beginning on 24th March, 2020. The measures taken are as follows: 1. Over-draft facility in Jan-Dhan Accounts: Banks have been requested to allow overdraft facility to needy persons; 2. Benefits to ESIC registered workers: ESIC registered employers to extend relief / compensation including wages as per ESIC scheme promptly to all insured persons as per directions of the Central Government; 3. Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board: An assistance of Rs. 1000/- per worker costing Rs. 36 crore may be released to registered workers strictly through DBT for purchase of ration; 4. Old Age Pension: Two instalments of pension relating to old age, disability and women in distress may be paid immediately for nearly 7.7 lakh persons including 1. 7 lakh pending cases. 5. Disaster Management Relief, Rehabilitation and Reconstruction: Rs.45 crore have been released for the purpose of covering cost of quarantine, cluster containment operation, food, lodging etc. for management of COVID-19 under Disaster Response Fund. It was decided that besides above, free ration to destitute, daily wage earners under distress, slum dwellers etc. may also be extended under Disaster Response Fund. 6. Entertainment of bills which could not be presented in Treasuries during 2019-20: There are nearly 6500 DDOs attached with 121 Treasuries. In view of lock down, many bills will not get presented as DDOs may not be able to function fully. Therefore, it was decided that all bills pertaining to authorized works or procurement of goods and services as per rules that could not be presented due to lock down, shall be entertained during 2020-21 7. Ration under PDS and Mid-Day Meal Scheme Providing two months ration to all persons covered under PDS and children covered under Mid-Day Meal scheme. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Karnataka | Pass System In Karnataka For Movement During Lockdown | 25-03-2020 | Pursuant to the directions issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs for the lockdown to prevent further transmission of COVID-19 virus, the Karnataka Police Department has introduced a pass system to regulate the movement of people (essential service providers; Example :- Food / pharmaceutical delivery agents, Private Security Guards, Petrol Pump employees, Ambulance service etc.). The department has introduced two pass system, one will be individual pass and the other will be car pass. The passes will be issued from the office of the jurisdictional DCP L&O. | Mandatory | Private Security Guards | Petrol, Gas, LPG retail employees | Bank, ATM, Insurance Companies Employees | Delivery agents of Food, Pharmaceutical and e-commerce platforms | Print and Electronic Media persons | Staff working in Ration or Grocery shops, Dairies, Meat, Fish shops and animal fodder shops | Staff of medical establishments such as Hospitals, Clinics, Dispensaries, Nursing Homes, Laboratories, Ambulance Services | Staff of Telecom and Internet Services | IT & IT enabled services employees which work for essential services | Employees of Power generation, transmission and distribution units | Staff of Capital and Debt market | Employees of cold storage and warehousing services | Staff working for manufacturing units of essential commodities | Self engaged in transportation of essential goods | Staff of Hotels and Lodges which are accommodating tourists stranded due to COVID-19 and earmarked for quarantine facilities. | 14-04-2020 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Gautam Buddh Nagar District Magistrate Order On Sale Of Essential Commodities And Opening And Closing Hours Of Shops | 25-03-2020 | The District Magistrate of Gautam Buddh Nagar vide order dated 25th March 2020, has asked all the sellers, service providers, agents and their employees selling essential commodities to ensure that there should not be overcrowding at their outlets. To ensure this, fruit, vegetable, grocery, pharmaceutical / medicine shops and other essential / life saving commodity shops (including home delivery) should function from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM. The additional working hours will ensure better crowd management. Petrol pumps, medicine stores located near hospitals which usually stays open 24x7 will continue to function 24x7. Penalty for Non-compliance - Imprisonment for a term which may extend to six months or; Fine up to Rs. 1000/- or; Both. | Mandatory | Sellers of Fruits, Vegetables, Grocery Stores, Medicine shops, sellers of other life saving commodities and Petrol Pumps | 14-04-2020 |
| West Bengal | Government Of West Bengal Publishes An Extended List Of Exceptions/Exemptions To The Complete Safety Restrictions. | 25-03-2020 | The Government of West Bengal vide notification dated 25-03-2020, extended the exceptions/exemptions provided in the Complete Safety Restrictions, that was notified on the 24thof March 2020. Pursuant to this notification the following would be included as exceptions/exemptions: 1.Law and Order, Courts and Correctional Services. 2.Health Service and Veterinary services. 3.Police, Armed forces and Para Military forces and Private Security guards 4.Electricity. Water and Conservancy services 5.Fire, Civil Defense and Emergency Services 6.Telecom, internet, IT & ITES and Postal services. 7.National Informatics Centre and Early warning agencies. 8.Banks, Insurance and ATMs 9.Food including groceries, vegetables, fruits, meat, fish, bread, milk, eggs, poultry feed, cattle feed storage and transportation 10.Cold storage and warehousing services 11.E-commerce of groceries, food items and home delivery of food, pharmaceuticals and medical equipment. 12.Public utilities including petroleum, CNG, LPG, PNG storage and transportation. 13.Medicine shops, optical stores, pharmaceutical manufacturing and their transportation 14.Production and manufacturing units, requiring continuous process (after obtaining necessary approval from the District Magistrate in their respective districts and Commissioner KMC in Kolkata Municipal area. 15.Print, electronic media and social media, MSOs and Cable operators. 16.Manufacturing units engaged in production of essential commodities. 17.Hotels, home stays, lodges and motels which are accompanying tourists and persons stranded due to the lockdown, medical and emergency staff, air and the sea crew. 18.Establishments used /earmarked for quarantine facilities 19.Movement of essential food commodities through road, airports, ports, railway 20.Manufacturing units for packaging material of food items, drugs, pharmaceuticals and medical devices. 21.Movement of patients and their attendants to and fro from the hospitals and nursing homes 22.People engaged in ongoing agricultural operations. | Mandatory | All | 15-04-2020 |
| Maharashtra | Maharashtra State-Wide Lockdown Notification | 25-03-2020 | The Government of Maharashtra has through a notification dated 25th March, 2020 announced a state wide lockdown to curb the further spread of COVID-19 in the state. The lockdown notification extensively lays down guidelines on what businesses/services are allowed to be kept open and what are not. Please see the hyperlinked title to read the notification in further details. | Mandatory | All | 03-05-2020 |
| Odisha | Bhubaneshwar Municipal Corporation Issues Sop For Maintaining Social Distance In Essential Commodity Stores & Daily Markets/Haats | 25-03-2020 | Bhubaneshwar Municipal Corporation issues a letter dated 2th March 2020 laying down a SOP for maintaining social distance in and outside the essential commodity stores & daily markets/Haats. Key Point: a. Permanent marking in circle or square shape should be made outside the shops having a distance of 2 meters b. For daily market and haats, each vendor will sit 10 meters apart from each other c. Market association to ensure that the market place is cleaned twice a week | Mandatory | Retail/Wholesale shops dealing in essential commodities; Market place/haat | No end date specified |
| Himachal Pradesh | Govt Himachal Pradesh Issued Order Under Himachal Pradesh Covid Regulations 2020 For Private Hospitals To Continue Its Operation Providing Health Services To The People Of The State | 25-03-2020 | Govt Himachal Pradesh issued of Order dated 25ht March 2020 under Himachal Pradesh Covid Regulations 2020 directing all private hospitals to continue its operation providing health services to the people of the State and to comply with various requirement under the said Regulations and directions/guidelines as issued from time to time | Mandatory | Private Hospitals | No end date specified |
| West Bengal | Govt Of West Bengal Issued Order Regarding Movement Of Personnel And Supply Of Essential Goods And Services | 25-03-2020 | Govt of West Bengal issued an order dated 25th March 2020 regarding movement of personnel and supply of essential goods and services. Kept Points: 1. Personnel associated with distribution of essential commodities under e commerce platforms, home delivery of food items shall be allowed unrestricted movement on production of authorization letters issued by their employers and endorsed by the local Police Authority/SDO 2. Unrestricted movement allowed for following personnel on production of identity cards issued by their employers: a. personnel of the Print and Electronic Media b. medical personnel, nurses, para-medical staff and other personnel of all health care establishments | Mandatory | Print and Electronic Media; E-commerce Platform involved in distribution of essential commodities; Print and Electronic Media; Medical personnel, nurses, para-medical staff and other personnel of all health care establishments; Government employees | No end date specified |
| Arunachal Pradesh | Prohibition On Deducting Wages In Lieu Of Absence From Duty On Account Of Covid-19 Lockdown | 25-03-2020 | Prohibition on deducting wages in lieu of absence from duty on account of Covid-19 lockdown. Absence from duty due to lockdown not to be considered to be a ground for deducting wages under any law regulating payment of wages to workers. All non-operational workplaces to consider its employees to be on duty. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Odisha | Odisha Govt. Directs Urban Local Body/Officers Authorized By F&Ard To Issue Vehicle Pass For Uninterrupted Supply Of Meat, Egg, Fish Feed, Fish Seed And Livestock Feed. | 25-03-2020 | Department of Water Resources, Government of Odisha directs Urban Local Body/Officers authorized by F&ARD to issue vehicle pass for regarding uninterrupted supply of meat, egg, fish feed, fish seed and livestock feed. | Mandatory | Industries dealing with supply of meat, egg, fish feed, fish seed and livestock feed. | No end date specified |
| Punjab | Punjab Issues New Orders With Respect To Supply Of Essential Items, Law And Order, Quarantine Of Persons, Door-To-Door Delivery | 25-03-2020 | Chief Minister of Punjab issues new orders with respect to supply of essential items, law and order, quarantine of persons, door-to-door delivery along with other issues regarding sanitation and issues related to COVID-19 | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Sikkim | Prohibition On Sale Of Hand Sanitisers Without Drug Manufacturing Licence Label | 25-03-2020 | Government of Sikkim has prohibited sale of hand sanitizers which does not have Drug Manufacturing in the label and has directed all Chemists / Pharmacies to abide by the same. | Mandatory | Pharmaceutical industries | No end date specified |
| Central | Clarificatory Amendment To The Order Dated 21-03-2020 Regarding Capping The Prices Of Masks | 24-03-2020 | The retail prices of 3ply surgical mask contain a layer of Melt Blown non-Woven Fabric shall not be more than Rs.16/- per piece | Mandatory | Healthcare | 30-06-2020 |
| Central | State Governments/ Ut Administrations To Ensure Adherence To The Recommendations Made In The Meeting Of Committee Of Secretaries (Cos) Which Was Held Under The Chairmanship Of Cabinet Secretary On 23Rd March, 2020 With Regards To Review Of Prices Of Essential Commodities. | 24-03-2020 | The Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Department of Food & Public Distribution, Government of India has by a Notification dated March 24, 2020 has requested the State Governments/ UT Administrations to ensure adherence to the recommendations made in the meeting of Committee of Secretaries (CoS) which was held under the chairmanship of Cabinet Secretary on 23rd March, 2020 with regards to Review of prices of essential commodities. The Department stated in this Notification that it had already requested the State Governments/ UT Administrations to take appropriate measures to ensure the availability of Ethyl alcohol/ Ethanol/ ENA to the manufacturers of hand sanitizers in order to contain Corona Virus/ Covid 19. Since availability of sanitizers and its prices needs to be monitored for its smooth supply, the State Governments/ UT Administrations are requested to ensure adherence to the recommendations made in the CoS meeting, which are as follows: i) JS (Sugar), D/o Food & Public Distribution; and D/o Consumer Affairs may coordinate with the alcohol distilleries; Excise Commissioners and Drug Controllers in States to start manufacture of sanitizers through alcohol distilleries expeditiously. States may be advised to give all necessary permissions without delay. States may also be asked to waive the 300% excise duty on ethanol used for the purpose of making sanitizers. Supply of sanitizer in bulk to State and Central Government hospitals at low rates may be negotiated with the distilleries. ii) Secretary, D/o Consumer Affairs and JS (Sugar), D/o Food & Public Distribution may coordinate with States to ensure that functioning of bottling plants for sanitizers is allowed to continue unhindered and all new permissions to be expeditiously granted. iii) JS (Sugar) in D/o Food & Public Distribution may coordinate between deodorant manufacturers and sanitizer manufacturers/ distilleries to further address the shortage of sanitizer bottles/ pumps. iv) In view of the urgency, States may be pursued to waive inspection requirements and other formalities for starting production of sanitizers and other equipment. The States may be asked to give post facto approval for such facilities. Secretary, M/o Pharmaceuticals may coordinate with States and stakeholders. v) State Governments/ UT Administrations are requested to expedite all necessary permissions, as recommended by CoS; and waive the excise duty on ethanol, if any, for manufacturing of sanitizers. vi) State Governments/ UT Administrations are also requested to exempt raw material production for hand sanitizers/ ethanol, including packing material from lockdown and restrictions on transport including inter-state transport. The Notification states that This may be treated as "Most Urgent". | Advisory | Directed to State Governments/ UT Administrations | No end date specified |
| Central | Certain Relaxations Provided To Companies And Limited Liability Partnerships (Llps) From Statutory Requirements Under Companies Act, 2013 And Llp Act, 2008. | 24-03-2020 | The Ministry of Corporate affairs via General Circular No. 11 /2020 introduced Special Measures under Companies Act, 2013 (CA-2013) and Limited Liability Partnership Act, 2008 in view of COVID-19 outbreak. The following measures have been implemented by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs to reduce their compliance burden and other risks: 1. No additional fees shall be charged for late filing during a moratorium period from 01sr April to 30th September 2020, in respect of any document, return, statement etc., required to be filed in the MCA-21 Registry, irrespective of its due date, 2. The mandatory requirement of holding meetings of the Board of the companies within the intervals provided in section 173 of the Companies Act, 2013 (CA13) (120 days) stands extended by a period of 60 days till next two quarters i.e., till 30th September. Accordingly, as a onetime relaxation the gap between two consecutive meetings of the Board may extend to 180 days till the next two quarters, instead of 120 days as required in the CA-13. 3. The Companies (Auditor's Report) Order,2020 shall be made applicable from the financial year 2O2O-2O21 instead of being applicable from the financial year 2019-2020 notified earlier. 4. As per Para Vll (1) of Schedule lV to the CA-13, independent Directors (lDs) are required to hold at least one meeting without the attendance of Non independent directors and members of management. For the financial year 2019-20, if the lDs of a company have not been able to hold such a meeting, the same shall not be viewed as a violation. The lDs, however, may share their views amongst themselves through telephone or e-mail or any other mode of communication, if they deem it to be necessary. 5. Requirement under section 73(2)(c) of CA-13 to create the deposit repayment reserve of 20% of deposits maturing during the financial year 2020-21 before 30th April 2020 shall be allowed to be complied with till 30th June 2020. 6. Requirement under rule 18 of the Companies (Share Capital & Debentures) Rules, 2014 to invest or deposit at least 15% of amount of debentures maturing in specified methods of investments or deposits before 30th April 2020, may be complied with till 30th June 2020. 7. Newly incorporated companies are required to file a declaration for Commencement of Business within '180 days of incorporation under section 10A of the CA-13. An additional period of 180 more days is allowed for this compliance. 8. Non-compliance of minimum residency in India for a period of at least 182 days by at least one director of every company, under Section 149 of the CA-1 3 shall not be treated as a non-compliance for the financial year 2019-20. | Mandatory | All | 30-09-2020 |
| Central | Prohibition On Export Of Ventilators And Any Artificial Respiratory Apparatus Or Oxygen Therapy Apparatus Or Any Breathing Appliance And Sanitizers | 24-03-2020 | In its efforts to fight the COVID-19 pandemic, the Government has prohibited the export of all ventilators, including any artificial respiratory apparatus or oxygen therapy apparatus or any other breathing appliance/device. The notification (No 53/2015-2020) issued by Directorate General of Foreign Trade, Ministry of Commerce and Industry today further amended the export policy. It widens the ambit of products under the prohibited category and will prevent any scope of export of these items by any other classification. The Government has also prohibited the export of all Sanitizers. | Mandatory | Manufacturers of Medical Devices and FMCG | No end date specified |
| Central | No Restriction Of Sign On/Sign Off Of Indian Seafarers In Port Of India - Director General Of Shipping | 24-03-2020 | The Director General of Shipping vide a circular dated 24.03.2020 has clarified that there is no restriction of sign on/sign off of Indian Seafarers in port of India. The Indian Seafarers have however been advised to exercise utmost caution in respect of sign off in foreign ports due to the international and domestic travel restrictions imposed by various international and national authorities. Further the circular also states that the office memorandum issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs dated 23.03.2020 which has stopped immigration of passenger traffic at 107 check posts including all sea ports is only applicable for passengers and not crew. Vehicles/Trains/Air Cargo/Ship Cargo carrying goods for trade or essential goods and supplies are exempted from this prohibition along with their crew, driver, helper, cleaner, etc subject to their thorough screening by medical staff for Covid-19. | Mandatory | Shipping Companies | No end date specified |
| Central | Pan India Lockdown Order Issued By The Ministry Of Home Affairs | 24-03-2020 | Primary order announcing nationwide lockdown for a period of 21 days commencing from 25th March, 2020. The order was brought out by the Ministry of Home Affairs post the Prime Minister's address to the nation on 24th March, 2020. All Non-essential services and business units were directed to be completely closed and a list of exceptions were provided by the Ministry. | Mandatory | All | 15-04-2020 |
| Central | Extension In Last Date For Late Filing Income Tax Return For F.Y 2018-19 | 24-03-2020 | Last date for late filing of Income tax return for F.Y. 2018-19 has been extended from 31-03-2020 to 30-06-2020. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Central | Time Limit For Completion Of Any Compliance By The Taxpayer Has Been Extended | 24-03-2020 | Time limit for completion of any compliance by taxpayer which is expiring between 20th March 2020 to 29th June 2020 including - a)filing of appeals, b)furnishing of return, c)furnishing of statements, d)filing of applications, e)reports, f) any other documents including investment in saving instruments or investments for roll over benefit of capital gains under Income Tax Act, Wealth Tax Act, Prohibition of Benami Property Transaction Act, Black Money Act, STT law, CTT Law, Equalization Levy law, Vivad Se Vishwas Act, Customs Act shall be extended till 30th June 2020 | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Central | Reduction In The Rate Of Interest For Payment Of Advanced Tax | 24-03-2020 | 1. For payment of advanced tax made between 20th March 2020 and 30th June 2020 interest rate at 9% instead of 12 %/18 % per annum ( i.e. 0.75% per month instead of 1/1.5 percent per month) will be charged for this period. 2. No late fee/penalty shall be charged for delay relating to this period. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Central | Reduction In The Rate Of Interest For Delayed Payment Of Self Assessment Tax | 24-03-2020 | 1. For payment of self assessment tax made between 20th March 2020 and 30th June 2020 interest rate at 9% instead of 12 %/18 % per annum ( i.e. 0.75% per month instead of 1/1.5 percent per month) will be charged for this period. 2. No late fee/penalty shall be charged for delay relating to this period. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Central | Reduction In The Rate Of Interest For Delayed Payment Of Tds | 24-03-2020 | 1. For payment of TDS made between 20th March 2020 and 30th June 2020 interest rate at 9% instead of 12 %/18 % per annum ( i.e. 0.75% per month instead of 1/1.5 percent per month) will be charged for this period. 2. No late fee/penalty shall be charged for delay relating to this period. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Central | Reduction In The Rate Of Interest For Delayed Payment Of Tcs | 24-03-2020 | 1. For payment of TCS made between 20th March 2020 and 30th June 2020 interest rate at 9% instead of 12 %/18 % per annum ( i.e. 0.75% per month instead of 1/1.5 percent per month) will be charged for this period. 2. No late fee/penalty shall be charged for delay relating to this period. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Central | Reduction In The Rate Of Interest For Delayed Payment Of Tax Deducted As Equalisation Levy | 24-03-2020 | 1. For payment of tax deducted as equalisation levy made between 20th March 2020 and 30th June 2020 interest rate at 9% instead of 12 %/18 % per annum ( i.e. 0.75% per month instead of 1/1.5 percent per month) will be charged for this period. 2. No late fee/penalty shall be charged for delay relating to this period. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Central | Reduction In The Rate Of Interest For Delayed Payment Of Securities Transaction Tax | 24-03-2020 | 1. For payment of STT made between 20th March 2020 and 30th June 2020 interest rate at 9% instead of 12 %/18 % per annum ( i.e. 0.75% per month instead of 1/1.5 percent per month) will be charged for this period. 2. No late fee/penalty shall be charged for delay relating to this period. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Central | Reduction In The Rate Of Interest For Delayed Payment Of Commodity Transaction Tax | 24-03-2020 | 1. For payment of tax deducted as equalisation levy made between 20th March 2020 and 30th June 2020 interest rate at 9% instead of 12 %/18 % per annum ( i.e. 0.75% per month instead of 1/1.5 percent per month) will be charged for this period. 2. No late fee/penalty shall be charged for delay relating to this period. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Central | Extension In Due Date For Making Payment Under Direct Tax Vivad Se Vishwas Act, 2020 | 24-03-2020 | 1. Due date for making payment under Direct Tax Vivad se vishwas has been extended from 31st March, 2020 to 30th June, 2020. 2. Hence, the additional payment of 10% which was required to be made if payment was made under the scheme after 31st march, 2020 has been forgone if payment is made till 30th June, 2020. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Central | Extension In Due Date For Filing Gstr-3B For The Months Of March, April And May, 2020 For Those Having Aggregate Annual Turnover Less Than Rs. 5 Crore | 24-03-2020 | Due date for filing GSTR-3B for the months of March, April and May, 2020 will be extended till the last week of 30th June, 2020 for those having aggregate annual turnover less than Rs. 5 Crore. No Interest, late fee, and penalty to be charged. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Central | Extension In Due Date For Filing Gstr-3B For The Months Of March, April And May, 2020 For Those Having Aggregate Annual Turnover Of Rs. 5 Crore Or More | 24-03-2020 | Last date for filing GSTR-3B for the months of March, April and May, 2020 will be extended till the last week of 30th June, 2020 for those having aggregate annual turnover of Rs. 5 Crore. Reduced rate of interest @ 9 % per annum from 15 days after due date (current interest rate is 18 % per annum). No late fee, and penalty to be charged. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Central | Extension In Last Date For Opting For Composition Scheme, Making Payments For The Quarter Ending 31St March, 2020 And Filing Of Return For 2019-20 For Composite Dealers | 24-03-2020 | Date for opting for composition scheme is extended till the last week of June, 2020. Further, the last date for making payments for the quarter ending 31st March, 2020 and filing of return for 2019-20 by the composition dealers will be extended till the last week of June, 2020. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Central | Extension In Last Date For Issue Of Notice, Notification, Approval Order, Sanction Order, Filing Of Appeal By The Department | 24-03-2020 | Last date for issue of notice, notification, approval order, sanction order, filing of appeal under GST by the Department where the time limit is expiring between 20th March 2020 to 29th June 2020 shall be extended to 30th June 2020. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Central | Extension In Last Date For Filing Of Appeal, Furnishing Of Return, Statements, Applications, Reports, Any Other Documents, Time Limit For Any Compliance Under Gst | 24-03-2020 | Due date for issue of notice, notification, approval order, sanction order, filing of appeal, furnishing of return, statements, applications, reports, any other documents, time limit for any compliance under GST where the time limit is expiring between 20th March 2020 to 29th June 2020 shall be extended to 30th June 2020. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Central | Extension In Due Date For Payment Under Sabka Vishwas Scheme | 24-03-2020 | Payment date under Sabka Vishwas Scheme shall be extended to 30th June, 2020. No interest for this period shall be charged if paid by 30th June, 2020. | Mandatory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Central | Mca Defers Effective Date Of Companies (Auditor'S Report) Order, 2020; 2016 Order To Continue To Apply For Fy 2019-2020 | 24-03-2020 | the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA), through an Order dated 24th March, 2020, has stated that the provisions of the Companies (Auditor's Report) Order, 2020 (Auditors Report Order), will now be applicable on every report made by the auditor on the accounts of every company audited by him, for every financial year starting from the financial year commencing on or after 1st April, 2020 instead of for the financial year commencing on or after 1st April, 2019. This has been brought out in light of the COVID -19 outbreak and pursuant to the relief measures announced by the Finance Minister. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Karnataka | Order By Karnataka Government Exempting Certain Industries From The Lockdown | 24-03-2020 | Pursuant to Order dated 24th March 2020, the Commerce and Industries Department of Karnataka has published the list of industries which are exempted from the lockdown. The order has instructed the Local bodies, Pollution Control Board, Factories, Boilers and Labour Department to relax the restrictions imposed during the lockdown. Further, the order also allows the movement of the workers and staff employed in the industrial units which are engaged in the manufacturing of essential commodities. | Mandatory | 1. All Types of Rice and Oil Mills. 2. Dal Mills. 3 Dairy products. 4. R.O and Distilled Water Plants/Package Drinking Water 5. Roller Flour Mills. 6. Food Products like vermicelli, Biscuits, Fruit Juice/Pulp 7. Bulk Drugs. 8. lV sets and other medical equipment's like suction machines and pipes for Oxygen supply, PPE Gear, Surgical equipment's, Gauge and Bandage Cloth. 9. Pharmaceuticals Formulations and R&D. 10. Liquid Soaps, Detergents, Phenyl, Floor cleaners, Bleaching Powder, 11. Sanitizers 12. Masks and Body suits. 13. Paper Napkins. 14. Diapers/Sanitary Napkins. 15. Oxygen Domestic Gas Cylinders 16. Cold storages. Warehousing & Logistics. 17. Argo based industries like chilli, Turmeric, Salt, Spices. 18. Bakery and Confectioneries. 19. lace Plants. 20. Fish Feed, Poultry Feed, Cattle Feed etc. 21. All types of Power Generations including solar. 22. Sugar 23. Ayurvedic and Homeopathic medicine manufacturing units. 24. e-Commerce establishments for supply of food and groceries. 25. Packaging industries. 26. Effluent Treatment Plants. 27. AMTZ manufacturing COVID-19 Kits and Ventilators 28. Any other activity the Deputy Commissioner feels is essential on immediate basis, may be permitted. | 14-04-2020 |
| Meghalaya | The District Magistrate Of East Khasi Hills In The Meghalaya Imposes Curfew In Entire District | 24-03-2020 | The District Magistrate of East Khasi Hills in the Meghalaya imposes curfew (section 144) in entire district to prevent the spread of COVID-19 virus. The Order exempts few critical services / industries such as wholesale and retail pharmacies, Food and Civil supply department, Telecom, Telegraph, Communication and IT services, Print and Electronic Media and essential services such as LPG deliveries, online food delivery, online services deliveries, vehicles carrying essential commodities and goods vehicles. | Mandatory | All Industries | 28-03-2020 |
| Nagaland | Deputy Commissioner Of Kohima Issues Order Dated 24Th March 2020, Wherein, Restriction On Movement Of Public, Vehicle Movement And Closure Of Non-Essential Shops And Establishment Has Been Imposed Due To Covid-19 Pandemic | 24-03-2020 | The Deputy Commissioner of Kohima issues order dated 24th March 2020, wherein, due to COVID-19 pandemic the following restrictions have been imposed : - 1. Restriction on movement of public, except movement for purchase of essential commodities and medical exigencies and only one person should come out for purchase. 2. Restriction on vehicle movement, except essential commodities & service. 3. No food items to be sold on streets. 4. No hawkers to be allowed in any colonies. 5. Public should not resort to panic buying. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Nagaland | Govt. Of Nagaland Issues Order For Restricted Movement And Exemptions For The 21 Days Lockdown | 24-03-2020 | The Circular from Nagaland Govt. dated 24th March 2020 wherein the State mentions all activities that are suspended under the Lockdown and those considered essential services will remain operational and its related technicians/personnel will be allowed free movement as an exception. All hospital, establishments, including manufacturing & distribution units, medical equipment shops, dispensaries, chemists, labs, clinics. Commercial and private establishment including all construction works shall be closed except the grocery/vegetable shops, cooked/uncooked food services and their transportation, hospitals, chemists, optical shops, Banks, insurance offices, print and electronic media, ATM, production and manufacturing units, gas, power supply etc. to name a few. Petrol pumps, LPG, Petroleum and gas retails storage, capital and debt market services as notified by SEBI. Hospitality services remain suspended except hotels, homestays, lodges which are accommodating tourists or quarantined people. All transport will be closed except those necessary to carry out the abovementioned functions eg. Goods carriage vehicles. List of establishment/services that will remain open include Telecom & Internet Services including IT & ITeS, supply chain related transport, private security services etc. all exceptions to ensure necessary precautions against Coronavirus. | Mandatory | All Industries | 14-04-2020 |
| Sikkim | Sikkim Government Notifies The Lockdown, Issues Instructions To Strictly Implement The Guidelines Issued By Mha. | 24-03-2020 | The Chief Secretary, Home Department, Government of Sikkim, through order number D/Home/2020 dated 24th March, 2020, has issued instructions to the DGP, District Magistrates of all the districts, Superintendent of Police of all the districts, Medical Superintendent of STNM Hospital, Sub Divisional Magistrates, Chief Medical officers of all districts, Municipal Commissioner, GMC, Municipal Executive officers and Block Development officers to strictly implement the guidelines issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs on 24th March, 2020 with effect from 25th March, 2020 for a period of 21 days till 15th April, 2020. The Order provides the following: 1.Commercial and Private establishments to be closed down. However, there are exceptions to the above-mentioned: a.Delivery of all essential goods including food, pharmaceuticals, medical equipment through E-commerce are permitted; b.Telecommunications, internet services, broadcasting and cable services, IT and IT enabled Services only (for essential services) are permitted to be kept open but should as far as possible work from home; c.Capital and Debt market services as notified by Securities and Exchange Board of India are permitted to be kept open; d.Print and Electronic media may be kept open; e.Cold storage and warehousing services are permitted to be kept open; f.Power generation, transmission and distribution units and services are permitted to be kept open; g.Banks, ATMs and Insurance offices are permitted to be kept open; h.Private Security services are permitted to be kept open. i.Shops, including ration shops (under PDS), dealing with food, groceries, fruits and vegetables, dairy and milk booths, meat and fish, animal fodder; (District authorities may encourage and facilitate home delivery to minimize the movement of individuals outside their homes); j.Petrol pumps, LPG, Petroleum and gas retail and storage outlets are permitted to be kept open; All other establishments shall work from home only. 2.Industrial Establishments to remain closed. Exception to the above-mentioned as follows: a.Manufacturing units for essential commodities and, b.Production units which require continuous process shall obtain relevant permission from the State Government for keeping open; 3.Suspension of all transport services whether by air, rail and roadways. Exception to the above-mentioned are as follows: a.Transportation of essential goods and b.Fire, law and order and emergency services. 4.Closure of all Hospitality services. Exception to the above-mentioned are as follows: a.Hotels, homestays, lodges and motels which are accommodating tourists and persons stranded due to lockdown, medical and emergency staff, air and sea crew; along with b.Establishments used/earmarked for quarantine facilities. 5.Closure of all educational, training, research, coaching institutions etc. 6.Closure of all public places of worship and prevention of any religious congregation without any exception. 7.Prevention of all social/ political/ sports/ entertainment/ academic/ cultural/ religious functions/ gatherings. 8.In case of funeral congregations, no more than 20 persons are permitted. 9.Hospitals and all related medical establishments including their manufacturing and distribution units, both in public and private sector including dispensaries, chemist and medical equipment shops, laboratories, clinics, nursing homes, ambulances etc. are permitted to remain operational. 10.The transportation of all medical personnel, nurses, para-medical staff, other hospital support services are also permitted. 11.Strict observance of quarantine for all persons who have arrived in India after 15.02.2020 as per their local authorities failing which they will be prosecuted as per Section 188 of the Indian Penal Code. Penalty: Persons flouting any of the above restrictions are liable to be prosecuted under the penal provisions of the Disaster Management Act, 2005 along with Section 188 of the Indian Penal Code. Further for implementing the containment measures, District collectors will deploy Executive Magistrates as Incident commanders as specified the in guidelines. | Mandatory | All | 14-04-2020 |
| Tripura | Govt. Of Tripura Imposes Section 144 Of Crpc And Has Taken Measures To Break The Chain Of Transmission Of Covid-19 Virus | 24-03-2020 | The Circular from Tripura Govt. dated 24th March 2020 wherein the State mentions all activities that are considered essential services and will remain operational and its related technicians/personnel will be allowed free movement as an exception to the lockdown requirement. All shops, malls, commercial establishments shall be closed except the grocery/vegetable shops, cooked/uncooked food services and their transportation, hospitals, chemists, optical shops, Banks, ATM, production and manufacturing units, gas, power supply etc. to name a few. Congregation of more than 3 persons at a public place will be prohibited except places of exempted establishments. All transport will be closed except those necessary to carry out the abovementioned functions eg. Goods carriage vehicles. Strict isolation is required for any foreign travelled person who returned after 9th March 2020. List of establishment/services that will remain open include Telecom & Internet Services including IT & ITeS, supply chain related transport, legal services, old age/baby care services, private security services etc. Any other service which the DM & Collector of the concerned District I Home / Health Department deems to be essential. Crossing of Indo-Bangladesh Boarder will be strictly prohibited at any place except those with official or diplomatic passport/visa. | Mandatory | All Industries | 31-03-2020 |
| West Bengal | Extension Of Lockdown From Scheduled Areas To The Entire State Of West Bengal Till 31.3.2020. | 24-03-2020 | The government of West Bengal vide order dated 24.3.2020 extended the "Complete Safety Restrictions" to the entire state of West Bengal till midnight of 31.3.2020. Vide an earlier notification dated 22.3.2020 the government had imposed "Complete Safety Restrictions" in select areas which were covered as part of Schedule I of the said notification. The government clarified that the establishments / services including those in the private sector providing essential services shall be excluded from the Complete Safety Restrictions. Please refer to the attachment for details of exempted establishments and services. | Mandatory | All | 31-03-2020 |
| West Bengal | Government Of West Bengal Has Issued A Notice Regarding The Operation Of Buses And App Based Cab Services. | 24-03-2020 | The Department of Transport, Government of West Bengal issued a notice stating that the bus service shall be available for movement of personnel on Emergency duty only. Buses are directed to carry not more than 20 people at a time and strictly maintain social distancing. Buses are directed to operate in fixed routes and once in every hour starting from 8 AM to 8 PM. Aggregator Cab services will run limited cab services for emergency and essential movement of people to Hospitals, Medical stores and funeral centres. | Mandatory | Transport | 15-04-2020 |
| West Bengal | West Bengal Government Notifies complete Safety Restrictions; Imposes Restrictions With An Aim To Prevent / Contain The Spread Of Covid-19; Effective 23.03.2020 To 31.03.2020 | 24-03-2020 | Government Of West Bengal has imposed complete safety restrictions w.e.f. 16:00 hrs of 23rd march 2020 to 24:00 hrs of 31st March 2020 in urban and rural areas. All shops commercial establishments, offices and factories workshops, godowns etc. shall close their operations. No public transport services including operations of taxis/auto rickshaws etc. shall be permitted except transport of all kinds to and from hospitals, airports, railway stations, bus terminals/bus stands. However selling, storage and transportation of food grains -including PDS- groceries, vegetables, fruit, meat, fish, bread have been exempted. Emergency services including banks, ATMs and the IT sector have also been exempted from the lockdown. | Mandatory | All | 31-03-2020 |
| Assam | Additional Exemption List During State Lockdown: Newspaper Hawkers, Un Representatives, Oil India Ltd And Gail, Among Others. | 24-03-2020 | All warehousing, storage and labour activities relating only to essential commodities. For the purpose of essential commodities also include milk (only in the local markets) | Mandatory | Warehousing and storage | No end date specified |
| Odisha | All Construction Work Across The State To Be Stopped Except For Construction Related To Healthcare Services | 24-03-2020 | The Odisha government has directed to stop all construction work across the State expect construction work for healthcare facilities and work related to COVID-19. | Mandatory | Construction Work | No end date specified |
| Delhi | Standard Operating Procedure For Lockdown | 24-03-2020 | Following standard operating procedures have been laid down to ensure effective operation during the lockdown. 1. Government/PSU employees engaged /requisitioned for providing essential services- The employees of such Departments/Autonomous Bodies/PSUs of GNCTD engaged in providing essential services/activities as detailed in Annexure-I shall be allowed unhindered movement in and out of Delhi, on production of their official Identity Card. hose employees of Government/ Autonomous Bodies/PSUs of GNCTD, who are requisitioned for providing essential services shall be allowed unhindered movement in and out of Delhi on production of a pass to be issued by the offices of the DMs concerned/Divisional Commissioner/HoDs or any gazetted officer authorized by the HoDs in the prescribed format as per Annexure -II. 2. Outsourced and contractual employees/personnel engaged by Government Departments/PSUs/Autonomous Bodies in providing essential services Such employees/ personnel shall be allowed unhindered movement in and out of Delhi on production of a pass to be issued, by the offices of District Magistrates concerned/Divisional Commissioner/ HoDs concerned or any Gazetted Officer(s) authorised by HoDs, in the prescribed format as per Annexure-II attached herewith 3. Health Care Personnel of Private Sector All the health care personnel who are private employees viz. Private doctors/paramedical staff/lab technicians etc. shall be allowed free movement on production of their employer ID cards. Self-employed doctors/ healthcare personnel shall be allowed movement in and out of Delhi on production of official I-Card issued by their regulatory body/related government organisation. 4. All other essential service providers in Private Sector Private personnel who are engaged in providing essential services shall be allowed to move in and out of Delhi on production of a pass to be issued, by the offices of District Magistrates concerned /Divisional Commissioner/ District Deputy Commissioners of Police concerned/ HoDs concerned or any Gazetted Officer(s) authorised by HoDs, in the prescribed format as per Annexure-II. 5. Vehicles engaged in transportation of essential commodities and vehicular passes for the private vehicles of the officials mentioned in category 1, 2, 3 and 4 above Private vehicles for the persons in category 1 and 2, must obtain passes issued by the offices of District Magistrates concerned/Divisional Commissioner/HoDs concerned or any Gazetted Officer(s) authorised by HoDs in the prescribed format as per Annexure-III attached herewith. 6. Movement of general public The general public of Delhi are advised not to move out of their homes unless absolutely essential and use of vehicles should be curtailed to bare minimum. Movement out of homes should only be made for procurement of essential services /commodities only, if necessary or for any medical exigency to a clinic/hospital. Movement will be allowed on self certification basis. 7. Delhi residents stranded outside Delhi The persons, who are residents of Delhi and are stranded outside Delhi for some reason, shall be allowed to enter Delhi on production of any valid ID/Residence proof showing their residential address in Delhi. 8. E-PASS a). The e-pass (in the prescribed format as per Annexure -II) shall be issued to the persons coming from outside Delhi, in category 2 and 4, if needed, by the offices of District Magistrates concerned. b. The applicants can apply for such e-pass on WhatsApp to the authorized mobile numbers as specified in Annexure-IV or on the email ID ddma,delhi@nic.in giving their particulars along with relevant documents pertaining to their identity and essential service as the case maybe. c. Such a .. 9. 24/7 CONTROL ROOM - A 24/7 Control Room is being set up at the Office of Divisional Commissioner, GNCTD and also at all the offices of District Magistrates of GNCTD. An officer of the rank of ACP shall be available at all Control Rooms at all times to ensure proper liaison with the offices of District Magistrates on real time basis. 10. NODAL OFFICERS AT INTER-STATE BORDER CHECKPOSTS An officer not below the rank of Sub-Inspector of Police and a revenue official of appropriate seniority shall be available round the clock at the inter-state border check posts at all entry points of Delhi, who will facilitate the seamless movement of vehicles engaged in transportation of essential goods/services/commodities as well as the personnel engaged in providing essential services. The phone numbers of all such officers shall be made available to Addl. Chief Secretary (Home), GNCTD; Divisional Commissioner, GNCTD; Secretary (Health & Family Welfare), GNCTD and all District Magistrates of GNCTD latest by 0900 hours of 25th March, 2020. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Chhattisgarh | Chhattisgarh Government Issues Welfare Initiatives In The Midst Of Covid 19 Outbreak | 24-03-2020 | As part of the various initiatives issued by the Chhattisgarh Government to assist the public and business in the State, extensions by one months have been provided for the renewal of license, permit, license etc. The rates of Chhattisgarh market price has been revised to May by the Commercial Tax (Registration) Department. Further, the last date for depositing property tax in urban bodies of the state has been extended to 30th April, 2020. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Andhra Pradesh | Operational Guidelines For Essential Factories/Industries Such As Pharmaceuticals, Masks, Sanitizers, Ventilators, Covid Kits And Essential Food Products Across Andhra Pradesh | 24-03-2020 | The Department of Industries, in consultation with the Health, Medical and Family Welfare Department has issued guidelines to restrict the movement of workers and staff in the factories alongwith the list of industries permitted to extend essential services to the public. All essential factories and industries manufacturing pharmaceuticals masks, sanitizers, ventilators, COVID kits and essential food products have been permitted to operate with social distancing norms, curtailed capacities, reduced shifts and skeletal staff. All industries have been mandated to pay wages/salaries to all workers/employees/contract workers/outsourced workers during the lockdown period as well as not lay off anyone during the said period. The onus of providing general awareness among employees such as washing hands with alcohol based washes or soap, observance of social distancing and sufficient measures for screening of persons working in the units has also been placed on these industries. In addition to this, industries are required to provide transporation facilities to workers/employees/staff thereto following social distancing norms and hygiene. Any workers/employees showing flu like symptoms are to brought to the notice of local authorities. E- commerce establishments have also been allowed to operate their supply chain for essential products. | Mandatory | Pharmaceutical, Medical devices, E-Commerce industries, Food article manufacturing/procuring industries | No end date specified |
| Nagaland | Shops And Commercial Establishments In Kohima To Remain Closed | 24-03-2020 | In the interest of public health and in order to contain and prevent the spread of COVID 19, the Deputy Commissioner of Kohima, Nagaland, directed shops and business establishments to remain closed except pharmacies, petrol pumps, groceries shops selling food items, vegetables, daily use items, LPGs and bakeries. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Odisha | Business Continuity Plan For Banks In Odisha | 24-03-2020 | The Special Secretary cum Director Finance Department Odisha has issued a notification with regard to Covid 19 Business continuity plan for banks in Odisha: 1. For closing any bank branch or reducing the number of days of operation in any place, written permission of the concerned Collector will be required. 2. To deploy skeletal staff to manage their operations, Banks may seek approval of the concerned Collector. 3. Employees and Staff of Banks to use Identity Card or Certificates issued by the Concerned Bank authorities for travelling in Lock down areas for official purpose. 4. For assistance of Police to maintain law and order around bank branches or ATMs during transit of cash, the concerned Bank may intimate the local police station. | Mandatory | Banking | No end date specified |
| Arunachal Pradesh | Order Against Hoarding, Overpricing, Black Marketing Of Essential Commodities | 24-03-2020 | The Deputy Commissioner of Itanagar has directed the shopkeepers of Itanagar Capital not to hoard essential commodities or sell items beyond prescribed rates. Furthermore, the shops have been directed to declare the stock position of essential commodities on a daily basis to the Authorities. | Mandatory | Essential commodity | No end date specified |
| Meghalaya | Order Under Section 144 Crpc In West Garo Hills Till 6:00 A.M. The 28Th Of March, 2020 Due To Covid-19 Outbreak | 24-03-2020 | The Meghalaya Government has promulgated curfew in West Garo Hills. The key exceptions to the curfew are as follows: a. Print and Electronic Media; b. Essential Services including Health services, LPG deliveries, Online food deliveries, online services delivery and courier services; c. Telecom, Telegraph communications and IT Services; d. Wholesale and retail pharmacies; e. Fire and Emergency services; f. Food and Civil Supply Department; | Mandatory | All | 28-03-2020 |
| Odisha | Trade License Certificate To Be Used As Valid Document To Facilitate Unhindered Movement Of Goods Transport Vehicles | 24-03-2020 | The Department of water Resources, Government of Odisha vide letter dated 24-03-2020, mentioned that trade licence certificate can be used as a valid document to facilitate unhindered movement of goods transport vehicles to maintain smooth supply of daily needs and essential commodities. Further it was prescribed that 1. The trade licence holder shall photocopy the trade licence and on the reverse of the same certify with his signature and/or stamp the name of the person who have been employed by him for his shop or trade. 2. Such certificate he shall hand over to each of his employee 3. In case of his vehicles such certificate shall be handed over to the diver/helper mentioning the vehicle number 4. The employee concern should also carry a valid ID proof. 5. Police such honour such document and allow unhindered movement of goods transport vehicles to maintain smooth supply of daily needs and essential commodities | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Meghalaya | Fixation Of Maximum Retail Price Of Melt Blown Non-Woven Fabric, 3 Ply Surgical Masks And Hand Sanitizer. | 24-03-2020 | Maximum retail price of Melt Blown non-Woven Fabric, 3 ply Surgical Masks and Hand Sanitizer fixed till 30.06.2020 as follows: 1. Melt Blown non-Woven Fabric - used in manufacturing of masks (2 ply and 3 ply) shall not be more than the price prevailing on the day one month prior to 13.3.2020, i.e., the prices prevailing on 12.2.2020. 2. 3 ply surgical masks shall not be more than the price prevailing on the day one month prior to 13.3.2020, i.e., the prices prevailing on 12.2.2020 or not more than Rs. 10 per piece whichever is lower and that of mask (2 ply) shall not be more than Rs.8/- per piece. 3. Retail price of hand sanitizers shall not be more than Rs. 100/- per bottle of 200 ml. The prices of other sizes of hand sanitizers will be fixed in proportion to the above. | Mandatory | Manufacturers, retailers, traders of Melt Blown non-Woven Fabric, 3 ply Surgical Masks and Hand Sanitizer. | 30-06-2020 |
| Nagaland | Advisory To Public To Maintain Record Of Travel And Movement Over Last 14 Days | 24-03-2020 | Maintain detailed record of all places and locations visited along with details of persons contacted or met during last 14 days so as to help Doctors of Health and Family Welfare Department to swiftly monitor and isolate such people in case of subsequent detection of Covid-19 infection. | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Odisha | Coal, Power, Steel And Fertiliser Business Declared To Be Essential Services And To Remain Exempt From Lockdown Measures. | 24-03-2020 | Services and establishments delaing with production or supply of coal, power, steel or fertilisers along with mining, power generation and supply of raw material for steel making declared as essential services, and hence, will exempted from the lockdown. | Mandatory | Mining | Power | Iron and Steel | No end date specified |
| Chhattisgarh | Meter Reading-Billing Of Low Pressure Consumers To Be Suspended Till 31St March. A One Time Lump Sum Will Be Given Under "Electricity Scheme At Half Rate" Benefit Of Two Months. | 24-03-2020 | Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh implements various welfare schemes for the general public. These schemes will provide a big relief to the poor, school children, common citizens and business class during the period of lock down due to COVID-19 pandemic. | Mandatory | All | 31-03-2020 |
| Manipur | Section 144 To Be Imposed In Imphal East District | 24-03-2020 | DM of East Imphal District issues prohibitory orders to reduce/stop mass gathering in view to combat spreading of COVID-19. No movement is allowed in whole of East Imphal District. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Himachal Pradesh | Order Mandating Private Hospitals Under The Clinical Establishments (Registration And Regulations) Act, 2010 To Remain Open Under The Clause 3 Of Hp Epidemic Diseases (Covid-19) Regulation, 2020. | 24-03-2020 | National Health Mission, Government of Himachal Pradesh has released advisory for all private hospitals along with AYUSH practitioners regarding notification of suspected COVID-19 cases to District Surveillance Unit and along with that some measures have to be followed by them. | Advisory | Private Hospitals | No end date specified |
| Andaman & Nicobar Islands | The Andaman And Nicobar Administration Secretariat Has Issued Relaxation Of Restrictions Based On The Feedback In Terms Of Difficulty Being Experienced By General Public | 24-03-2020 | The Andaman and Nicobar administration secretariat vide an order dated 24-03-2020 mentioned that essential goods would include groceries, fruits, vegetables, meat, fish, drinking water, bakery products and pharmaceuticals. The sale of the same would be duly regulated on the ground maintain social distancing measures. The general public would be allowed the use of ATM, Post offices, Banks provided they maintain social distancing measures. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Andhra Pradesh | Distribution Of Rice And Cash To Rice Card Holders In Andhra Pradesh | 23-03-2020 | All rice card holder to receive free rice and dal all rice card holder to be given Rs. 1000 for procuring other essential supplies All government and private establishments shall pay full salary/wages to its employees/workers/contractors | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Format For Furnishing Information On Work From Home By Other Service Providers In Reference To Notification Dated Mar 13 | 23-03-2020 | Ministry of Communications granted relaxations to OSPs (Other Service Providers) for a period up to 30.04.2020 with respect to Work From Home. However, OSPs were required to submit complete details of 'Extended Agent Positions'. i.e. Name, physical address and 'Static IP' addresses assigned thereto. The Ministry provided a format for data to be furnished by OSPs in respect of Work from Home. Also: i. Annexure for each OSP centre needs to be submitted separately; ii. CDR / call logs need to be maintained by the OSPs for one year as per existing guidelines and provided in simplified form on demand by the DOT/ Security Agencies. | Mandatory | Information and communication | 30-04-2020 |
| Central | Ministry Of Science And Technology, Department Of Biotechnology, Government Of India Issued Office Memorandum Dated 23Rd April 2020 Implanting Fast Track Regulatory Framework To Deal With Applications For Development Of Vaccines And Diagnostics For Covid-19 | 23-03-2020 | Ministry of Science and Technology, Department of Biotechnology, Government of India issued an office memorandum dated 20.3.2020 stating that applications for development of vaccines, diagnostics, prophylactics and therapeutics for Covid-19 will be dealt with on a fast track basis in consultation with DCGI. For implementing fast track approvals, empowered committee of Review Committee of Genetic Manipulation (RCGM) and CDSCO has been constituted. In view of the above, the following have been decided a. RCGM will approve application for import/exchange within a period of 7 days from the application only on fulfilment of the essential criteria along with the IBSC recommendation on IBKP Portal. b. RCGM will approve application for initiating research within a period of 7 days from the application along with the IBSC recommendation on IBKP Portal. c. Examination of physico chemical and molecular characterisation data and approval of animal toxicity protocol shall be done within 10 days of submission of all essential data, PCT protocol and IBSC recommendations on IBKP portal. d. Recommendation of RCGM for appropriate phase of clinical trial shall be provided within 10 days of submission of all preclinical toxicity data. e. CDSCO will approve Form 29/test licence/NOC to manufacturers within a period of 10 days from the date of application. f. CDSCO have been instructed to make Corona Units to address queries on development of vaccines, diagnostics, prophylactics and therapeutics for Covid-19 and also to provide link to that effect. | Advisory | Pharmaceutical Industries | No end date specified |
| Central | Irdai Issues Directions To Life Insurers W.R.T. Functioning Of Their Offices In View Of The Multiple Lockdown Orders In Different States | 23-03-2020 | The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI), has issued a Circular on 23rd March, 2020 containing Covid -19 Pandemic related instructions directing all Life Insurers to do the following: 1)Functioning of offices of the Life Insurers i)Safety of well-being of employees and policyholders is to be treated as top priority and necessary arrangements are to be made. ii) Instructions of the Central Government, State Governments and Local Authorities should be followed scrupulously. iii) Wherever the offices are not functioning partially/wholly, the policyholders may be notified by SMS, email or press release, in addition to suitable display in the branch office. iv) Policyholders to be informed about other alternative channels for payment of premiums, submission of claims and other service request/requirement. The services of call centres, wherever appropriate, may be used. v) Update your website with all the information, including list of offices not functioning and alternative arrangements for policyholder servicing and contact numbers, if any, for emergency needs. 2) For premiums due in the month of March, 2020, the grace period must be extended by one more month, in areas where State Governments have declared a lockdown. 3) Claim payments with regard to COVID-19 (coronavirus disease) i) Any claim received may be can be settled expeditiously. Life Insurers may consider developing quicker claim settlement process to suit the emerging situations in the affected areas. ii) Provide information in the respective website about admissibility or otherwise of COVID-19 death claims, for all products covering the contracts already issued. iii) Provide specific information, product-wise, related to any health insurance contracts already issued, regarding admissibility or otherwise of COVID-19 claims, in the website. 4) Submit a report every fortnight to IRDAI, providing the details of offices fully/partially closed along with duration and steps taken in this regard. They may maintain separate data in respect of claims related to COVID-19, to be submitted to IRDAI, as and when called for. | Mandatory | Life Insurance Providers | No end date specified |
| Central | Irdai Issues Circular Dated 23-03-2020 Suggesting Insurers And Re-Insurers To Conduct Board Meetings Due Till 30Th June 2020 Via Vide Video Conferencing Or Other Audio Visual Means | 23-03-2020 | IRDAI vide Circular dated 23 March 2020 suggests all Board Meetings of the insurers and reinsurers due till 30th June 2020 to be conducted vide video conferencing or other audio visual means as per amended provisions of Companies (Meetings of Boards and its Powers) Rules, 2014. | Advisory | Insurance | 30-06-2020 |
| Central | Supreme Court Suo-Moto Extends Limitation Of Liability For Filing Any Type Of Petitions/Applications/Suits/ Appeals/All Other Proceedings Before Any Court / Tribunal / Authority. | 23-03-2020 | The Supreme Court in exercise of power under Article 142 read with Article 141 of the Constitution of India had taken suo moto cognizance of the Covid 19 situation and extended the period of limitation in proceedings, irrespective of the limitation prescribed under the general law or special Laws whether condonable or not with effect from 15th March 2020 till further order/s to be passed by it in present proceedings. The Supreme clarified that it had done so to obviate difficulties and to ensure that lawyers litigants do not have to come physically to file such proceedings in respective Courts / Tribunals across the country. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Irdai Issues Press Release Extending Due Dates For Filing Monthly/Quarterly Returns By Insurers/Intermediaries, Enhances Grace Period For Payment Of Insurance Premium Etc. | 23-03-2020 | IRDAI extends timeline for filing returns by all insurers and intermediaries for the month and quarter ending March, 2020 by 15 days and 30 days respectively, suggests all Board Meetings of the insurers due till 30th June 2020 to be conducted vide video conferencing as per amended provisions of Companies (Meetings of Boards and its Powers) Rules, 2014. IRDAI further directs life insurers allowing additional grace period for payment of premium by policy holders at their request and mandates all insurers to display detailed information as to the functioning of their offices, alternate arrangements made for premium payments, renewal, settlement of claims and lodging of other service requests in the company's website. Health insurers have been advised to condone delay in renewal up to 30 days without deeming such condonation as a break in policy and to contact the policyholders well in advance so as not to have a discontinuance in coverage. | Mandatory | Insurance (Life Insurance, Health Insurance, Insurance Intermediaries) | 30-06-2020 |
| Central | Ministry Of Civil Aviation Directs Commercial Airlines To Shut Down Operations From Mid-Night On 24Th March, 2020 | 23-03-2020 | Ministry of Civil Aviation directs commercial airlines to shut down operations from mid-night 23.59 IST hours on 24th March, 2020. The commercial airlines have been instructed to plan in a manner that all schedule flights lands respective destination before 23.59 IST hours. [Note - However the restriction eliminates cargo carrying flights from it's purview ] | Mandatory | Airlines | No end date specified |
| Central | Ministry Of Commerce And Industry Provides Relaxation For Filing Document Relating To Trademarks | 23-03-2020 | Pursuant to concern raised by various stakeholders with respect to filing/submitting documents related to patents/designs/trademarks during the present COVID-19 disease spread scare , the Controller General of Patent, Design and Trade Marks, Ministry of Commerce issues public notice extending the timeline for such filing/submission. Applicants may apply for such extension now or later once situation becomes normal and such requests will be considered | Advisory | Persons required to submit/file documents related to patents/designs/trademarks | No end date specified |
| Central | Ministry Of Shipping Considers Transport Service For Carriage Of Goods By Water And Any Services Connected With Loading, Unloading, Movement Or Storage Of Goods In Any Port As Essential Services | 23-03-2020 | Ministry of Shipping issues office order clarifying that transport service for carriage of goods by water and any service connected with loading, unloading, movement or storage of goods in any port will be considered as essential services and thereby exempted from the ambit of the prohibitory orders of various States/ Union Territories, on non-essential services, amidst the corona virus (COVID-19) crisis in the country. | Mandatory | Water Transport (Shipping/Dock Services) | No end date specified |
| Central | Advisory By Tea Board For Plucking Of Tea Leaves | 23-03-2020 | The Tea Board of India under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry has issued advisory to the tea gardens and small growers wherein, they have been asked to not pluck the overgrown tea leaves due to the lockdown and discard such overgrown leaves. The advisory has been issued to uphold the quality of the Indian Teas. Furthermore, the Tea gardens and small growers have been asked to pluck and manufacture only in the subsequent growth. | Advisory | Tea Industry | 14-04-2020 |
| Central | Clarification That Csr Funds Spent For Covid-19 Is Eligible Csr Activity | 23-03-2020 | The MCA has clarified that any monies spent in relation to COVID-19 will be eligible to be treated as spend towards CSR activity. In effect, MCA has liberally interpreted Schedule VII which lists the activities under which companies should spend their CSR funds. With this change, now CSR funds can be spent on various activities relating to COVID-19 namely promoting healthcare, including preventive health care and sanitation and disaster management. | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Further Relaxations Granted By Sebi To Listed Companies Who Have Listed / Proposed To List Ncds / Ncrps / Cps / Mds | 23-03-2020 | In addition to the relaxations already notified under SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 (LODR), the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) in the SEBI circular dated 19.03.2020, SEBI in another Circular dated 23.03.2020, has announced further relaxations in compliance requirements for listed entities which have listed their Non-Convertible Debentures (NCDs), Non-Convertible Redeemable Preference Shares (NCRPS), Municipal Debt Securities (MDS) and Commercial Papers (CPs) or which propose to list the same. | Advisory | All industries provided they are listed companies | 30-06-2020 |
| Central | Relaxations Granted To Mutual Funds In Respect Of Compliance Requirements | 23-03-2020 | SEBI has granted relaxations with regard to compliances specified in SEBI (Mutual Funds) Regulations, 1996 and connected circulars in light of COVID-19 Pandemic. All schemes (New Fund Offer or NFO) where observation letter was issued by SEBI and yet to be launched will remain valid for 1 year from the date of SEBI letter. All new NFOs where final observation letter will be issued will be valid for 1 year from the date of SEBI letter. 1. Timelines for certain filing requirements have been extended. 2. Date of implementation of certain policy initiatives have been extended. 3. There is a temporary relaxation in access control presently exercised in the AMCs dealing room, subject to checks and balances. | Mandatory | Mutual Fund | 30-06-2020 |
| Chandigarh | Imposition Of Curfew In Chandigarh | 23-03-2020 | From 25th March, all order mentioned in MHA notification dated 24th march 2020 becomes effective in Chandigarh overriding this notification Curfew imposed across the state Essential services (including police, law& order, municipal, electricity, fire, media) to continue provided all personnel have curfew passes health service personnel allowed to attend duties Hospitals and chemist shops to remain open Employees of private establishments/industries/factories/shops etc who are required to stay at home shall be treated as on-duty and be paid in full Payment of water tax and property tax for bills falling due between 23 March and 31 March, extended to 15 April | Mandatory | All | 31-03-2020 |
| Delhi | Curfew In Delhi | 23-03-2020 | All borders sealed immediately Essential goods/commodities permitted Employees in essential services to obtain curfew pass S. 144 CrPC imposed | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Delhi | Exempted Services Delhi Curfew | 23-03-2020 | THE FOLLOWING ESSENTIAL SERVICES ARE TO BE ALLOWED ON THE ROADS IN DELHI:- 1. POLICE/PARAMILITARY FORCES IN UNIFORM 2. GOVT. OFFICIALS ENGAGED IN ESSENTIAL SERVICES 3. HEALTH SERVICES 4. FIRE SERVICES 5. PRISONS 6. FAIR PRICE SHOPS (PDS) 7. ELECTRICITY 8. WATER 9. MUNICIPAL SERVICES 10. RELATED TO FUNCTIONING OF LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY AND PARLIAMENT 11. PAY AND ACCOUNTS OFFICE 12. PRINT AND ELECTRONIC MEDIA 13. CASHIER/TELLER OPERATIONS OF BANKS (INCLUDING ATMS) 14. TELECOM, INTERNET AND POSTAL SERVICES 15. E-COMMERCE OF ALL ESSENTIAL GOODS INCLUDING FOOD, PHARMACEUTICAL AND MEDICAL EQUIPMENT 16. FOOD ITEMS, GROCERIES (FRUITS/VEGETABLES/MILK/BAKERY ITEMS, MEAT, FISH ETC) 17. MILK PLANTS 18. GENERAL PROVISION STORES INCLUDING KENDRIYA BHANDAR 19. TAKE AWAY/HOME DELIVERY FROM RESTAURANTS 20. CHEMISTS AND PHARMACIES 21. PETROL PUMPS, LPG/OIL AGENCIES (INCLUDING THEIR GODOWN AND TRANSPORTATION RELATED ACTIVITIES) 22. ANIMAL FODDER 23. AIRLINES STAFF & CREW 24. MANUFACTURING, PROCESSING, TRANSPORTATION, DISTRIBUTION, STORAGE, TRADE/COMMERCE AND LOGISTICS RELATED TO ALL ABOVE SERVICES/ESTABLISHMENTS AND COMMODITIES REQUIRED FOR DELIVERY OF THESE ABOVE SERVICES 25. ANY OTHER ESSENTIAL SERVICES/ESTABLISHMENT THAT MAY BE EXEMPTED BY THE GOVERNMENT | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Delhi | Commissioner Of Police, Delhi Issues Prohibitory Order For Private Organisations And Their Employees In National Capital Territory Of Delhi | 23-03-2020 | In execution of the prohibitory orders under Section 144 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, the Commissioner of Police, Delhi issues order for private organisations engaged in the essential services in the National Capital Territory of Delhi directing them to collect curfew passes for their employees who will be required to travel to office during the curfew. The passes will be required to be collected from the office of the DCP within whose jurisdiction the organisation is situated. For private organisations, engaged in the essential services in the neighbouring districts of the National Capital Territory of Delhi, such passes will be required for employees who commute from Delhi and have to be collected from offices of DCPs mentioned in the order. It has also been informed that all border pickets will be sealed with immediate effect, however, all essential good/commodities, as mentioned in the TP Message No. 324/SO-CP dated 23rd March, 2020 (https://www.delhipolice.nic.in/lockdown.pdf) will be permitted without hindrance. | Mandatory | Private organisations engaged in the essential services | 15-04-2020 |
| Haryana | Advisory To Industries And Commercial Establishments In Haryana, Asking Them Not To Terminate Their Work Force And Deduct Wages During The Current Lockdown, Enforced To Check Spread Of Covid-19. | 23-03-2020 | All the employers and owners of Industries/Factories/Shop and Commercial Establishments etc. are advised not to terminate their employees, particularly casual or contractual workers from their jobs or reduce their wages. It says that the employee/worker of such unit may be treated as 'On duty and be paid in full', if the place of employment has been made non-operational due to COVID-19. | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Karnataka | Karnataka Lockdown Orders | 23-03-2020 | Mandating shut down of all non-essential services across Bangalore, Mysore and other cities | Mandatory | All | 01-04-2020 |
| Kerala | Kerala Lock Down Order Dated 23Rd March 2020 | 23-03-2020 | The General (Secret Section) Administration Department of the Government of Kerala, by the order dated 23rd March 2020 have declared lock down in the entire state of Kerala with immediate effect till 31.03.2020 at 24:00 hrs. The order laid down various measures and regelation during the lock down, few of them are mentioned below: i. no commercial establishments, offices, factories, workshops, godowns etc. will operate during the lock down, however below mentioned shops/establishments providing essential goods and services are exempted from the services: a. Banks/ATMs; b. Print and electronic media; c. Telecom, postal and internet services; d. Supply chain and transport of essential commodities; e. Delivery of essential goods including food and beverages, pharmaceuticals and medical equipment as takeaway/home delivery; f. Shops/bakeries including departmental stores and super markets, selling food items, groceries, milk, bread, fruits, vegetables, eggs, meat, fish, poultry and cattle feed etc will be allowed to be open between 11:00 hrs to 17:00 hrs every day; g. Petrol pumps, LPG gas, oil agencies, their godowns and related transport operations; h. Bus stations, railway stations, airports and ports will be open for cargo movement only; i. Security services including private security services; j. Drinking water production, supply and distribution in bulk and containers; k. Private establishments involved in the production and supply of equipment required to contain COVID-19 including masks, sanitizers, drugs, personal protective equipments (PPE) etc.; l. Fab labs and super fab labs and units in technology innovation zone and start up missions; m. All services notified in the Essential Commodities Act, 1955; n. SEBI regulated stock market entities; ii. passenger transport services will not be allowed to operate; however use of taxis/auto including Ola and Uber will be allowed only for the purposes of procuring essential commodities, medicines and medical emergencies; iii. plying of private vehicles will be allowed only for the purposes of procuring essential commodities, medicines and medical emergencies; iv. no congregation of more than 5 person will be allowed in public places. | Mandatory | All | 31-03-2020 |
| Maharashtra | Maharashtra Lockdown Orders | 23-03-2020 | All state borders sealed All public transport services prohibited All residents to stay at home All shops, commercial establishments, offices factories and godowns, barring those providing essential services, to be shut down Government shops, offices, permitted to operate with bare minimum staff All religious places to be shut | Mandatory | All | 31-03-2020 |
| Maharashtra | Notification To Lockdown The Entire State Of Maharashtra | 23-03-2020 | The Maharashtra government has imposed a lockdown on the state, sealing borders and prohibiting public movement except in case of emergencies. In a notification dated 23.03.2020, the state government imposed a lockdown under The Epidemic Diseases Act, 1897, The Disaster Management Act, 2005, and government notifications from the Public Health Department. The lockdown will be in effect till 31 March. This implies that all state and district borders are sealed and public transport services - including buses, suburban trains and metro rail - have been suspended. All shops and commercial establishments will be closed, including offices, factories, workshops, godowns etc. However, pharmaceutical units, food and related units (dal and rice mills, dairies, feed and fodder units) will continue to operate. The government has however excluded the following services and their related supply chains from the lockdown - banks, ATMs, fintech institutions; print and electronic media;IT and ITeS services including postal, telecom, internet and data; ecommerce delivery of food,medicines and medical equipment, salt of food items, services for pets, restaurant take-away and home delivery; hospitals and pharmacies; petrol pumps, LPG stations; private security services; and export-import of agricultural goods and commodities. | Mandatory | All | 31-03-2020 |
| Puducherry | The Govt Of Puducherry Issues Lockdown Order And Has Exempted Few Industries / Services From Lockdown | 23-03-2020 | The Govt. of Puducherry vide order dated 23rd March 2020 has taken measures to control and prevent the spread COVID-19 virus. The following are the key measures taken during the lockdown period:- 1. All shops, commercial establishments, offices, factories, workshops, godowns shall close their operations barring pharmaceutical, active pharmaceutical ingredient and units engaged in production of essential commodities like medicines, sanitary items, dal / rice mills, food / dairy related units. 2. Public Transport shall not ply on the road. 3. Private vehicles shall not be allowed to ply on the road. 4. Congregation of more than five people will not be allowed. The Govt. has also exempted few industries and services from this lockdown such as Banks, ATM, Print and Electronic Media, IT & ITES services, E-commerce delivery of goods / foods / medicine and medical equipment, takeaway from restaurants, hospitals, optical stores, security services, Petrol Pumps etc. | Mandatory | All Industries | 31-03-2020 |
| Tamil Nadu | Restriction Imposed In Tamil Nadu From 18.00 Hrs Of 24.3.2020 To 06.00 Hrs Of 1.4.2020. | 23-03-2020 | Through a notification dated 23.3.2020, the Health and Family Welfare Department, Tamil Nadu Government has imposed certain restrictions in the territorial jurisdiction of the State of Tamil Nadu from 18.00 hrs of 24.3.2020 to 06.00 hrs of 1.4.2020. They are as follows: 1. All suspected cases and foreign returnees who arrived after 1st March, 2020 have been directed to remain under strict home quarantine for prescribed period as decided by local Health Authorities. They will be monitored on a daily basis by the District Administration / Revenue Department / Local Bodies / Police authorities / Health Authorities. 2. People are required to stay at home and come out only for accessing basic and essential services and strictly follow social distancing norms detailed in this order and maintain a distance of 1 meter or 3 feet norms. 3. Any congregation of more than 5 persons in public places is prohibited. 4. Compulsory closure of all shops, commercial establishments, TASMAC shops, subject to the exceptions indicated in this order. Please refer to attachment for the exceptions. 5. All government offices, autonomous bodies, public sector undertakings, shall close, subject to the exception indicated in this order. Please refer to attachment for the exceptions. 6. Public transport services including operation of private buses, stage/contract carriages, state transport undertakings, metro services, taxis, share-autos, auto-rickshaws and ride sharing services including air-conditioned bus services of state transport corporation and private operators will not be permitted. However, exempted categories indicated in this order will be permitted. 7. All inter-state and inter-district services shall not be operated. 8. All teachers and staff of all educational institutions shall work from home till 31.3.2020 except, where conduct of examinations/evaluation is required. This, however, will not apply to Tamil Nadu Dr. MGR Medical University, Medical Wing of Annamalai University, all (Government, Private, Self Finance, Deemed Universities) Medical, Dental and Nursing Colleges and these institutions will continue to function. Certain Establishments providing services / activities are exempted from the above restrictions. Please see the attachment for details. | Mandatory | All | 31-03-2020 |
| West Bengal | West Bengal Government Amends/Corrects complete Safety Restrictions; Sebi Regulated Stock Market Entities And Essential Staffs At The Stock Markets Exempted From The Restrictions. | 23-03-2020 | The Government of West Bengal has, by Orders dated 23rd March, 2020, made amendments / corrections to the Complete Safety Restrictions issued vide order dated 22.3.2020, effective till 27th March, 2020 in the specified urban and rural areas of the State, as follows: 1. the Government has, in the Order No. H&FW / 129 / 20, informed that apart from the establishments/services listed in the earlier notification, 'SEBI Regulated Stock Market Entities and the essential staff related to Stock Market Services', will also be exempted from restrictions stipulated in the Complete Safety Restrictions: 2. the Government has, in the Order No. H&FW / 128 / 20, corrected that the Complete Safety Restrictions will be applicable to Dakshin Dinajpur Whole District and not Dakshin Dinajpur- District Town. | Mandatory | All | 27-03-2020 |
| Meghalaya | Notice To Persons Deciding To Stay Back At Respective Places Of Work, Hostel Etc And For Persons Stranded Enroute To Meghalaya | 23-03-2020 | Meghalaya Government has sent notice to persons deciding to stay back at respective places of work, hostel etc and for persons stranded enroute to Meghalaya by furnishing their contact numbers and complete address to a WhatsApp Number 9436337807 | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Nagaland | Section 144 Of Criminal Procedure Code, 1973 In Dimapur | 23-03-2020 | In a prohibitory order, the Commissioner of Police, Dimapur has ordered that under Section 144 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPc), 1973, the movement of any person outside their respective residences has been restricted with effect from 6 am in the morning of March 24 till further orders. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Himachal Pradesh | Protocol For Hospitals Having Suspected Or Confirmed Corona Virus Cases. | 23-03-2020 | In exercise of powers conferred on the State Government under Sections 2,3, and 4 of Epidemic Diseases Act 1897, the following regulations are made to ensure social distancing to restrict the spread of COVID 19. i. All shops, establishments, etc. shall paint footmarks on the floor at distances of 4 feet to indicate locations where customers shall be required to queue up at the counter. ii. The above mentioned marks can be made inside the premises of the shop or even outside the shop on footpaths, etc. in case of constraint of space. iii. The proprietor/management of the establishment shall be responsible for seeing that people who queue up at the counters stand on these marks thereby ensuring the practice of social distancing. iv. The proprietor/management of the establishment shall ensure that people do not gather in groups inside the premises. v. Shops, establishments etc. shall provide hand wash facilities and/or sanitizers for use by visitors. 2. Violation of the above social distancing norms shall be punishable under Sections 188,269 and 270 of IPC. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Manipur | Imposition Of Total Lockdown In The State Of Manipur Except For Provision Of Essential Services | 23-03-2020 | The Governor of Manipur ordered the complete lockdown of the state vide an order dated 23rd March, 2020, wherein all inter state borders have been sealed and all passenger carrying public and private transport except goods vehicles have been suspended. The Order directed all persons who had travelled abroad during the period January or February, 2020 to furnish their travel history to notified agencies (shomemanipur@gmail.com) on or before 24th March, 2020. All shops, commercial establishments, malls, markets shall remain closed except shops dealing with groceries/vegetables/medicines/milk/LPG and Petrol pumps. All government and private offices have been directed to remain closed except the following - Banks, Print & Electronic Media IT and ITes including postal and internet services Hospitals, Optical Stores, Diagnostic Centers, Pharmacies Take away and home delivery restaurants | Mandatory | All | 31-03-2020 |
| Manipur | Modified Order To Provide Exemption To Certain Government And Private Offices - Government Of Manipur | 23-03-2020 | The Government of Manipur vide Notification No 9/6(1)/2020-H(Pt) has exempted the following Government and Private offices from the lockdown measures: 1. Finance Department, Treasury/Sub Treasury Offices, Veterinary, Animal Husbandry, Forest Department. 2. Telephone/Telecom Services. | Mandatory | Telecom | No end date specified |
| Nagaland | Directorate Of Health And Family Welfare Nagaland Issues Directive To All Private Hospitals Irrespective Of The System Of Medicine For Necessary Action | 23-03-2020 | The Directorate of Health and Family Welfare Nagaland has issued directive to all Private hospitals irrespective of the system of medicine for necessary action: 1. Not to deny/refuse patients with flu/covid 19 or pneumonia symptoms. Note- It is mandatory to NOTIFY any such patient to respective District Surveillance Unit immediately. 2. Free of cost treatment for any medical personnel who pick up infection while treating patients. 3. Mandatorily set apart and prepare or creating isolation facilities or use in case of any eventualities. 4. Adequate training of all health personnels of the hospital on Covid 19 management and Infection prevention and control measures. 5. Stock adequate supplies including masks and PPEs 6. Educate patients and their attendants on safe practices such as respiratory hygiene, proper use of masks, etc. 7. Not to grant leave of any kind except under emergency and unavoidable circumstances to all categories of staff. 8. Furnish contact details of the hospital to respective Chief Medical Officer by 26th March 2020. An act of noncompliance shall be deemed to have committed an offence punishable as per the provisions of Epidemic Disease Act 1897. | Mandatory | All Private Hospitals | No end date specified |
| Andhra Pradesh | Puts Several Restrictions On Inter-State Transport, Non-Essential Shops, Congregation Of Citizens Among Others. | 23-03-2020 | The Andhra Pradesh Health Department issued lockdown to contain the spread of COVID-19. Key features: i. Public transport, all non-essential commercial shops to be shut down, ii. Offices, factories, go-downs etc(if operated), should do so with skeletal staff, iii. Foreign returnees are to remain under strict home quarantine; v. Essential services to be excluded from the lockdown requirements; a. Food, groceries, milk, bread, fruit, vegetable and their transportation related activities and warehousing; b. Hospitals, pharmacies, optical stores, pharmaceuticals manufacturing and transport related activities for the same; c. Telecom and internet services including IT and ITES, d. e-commerce delivery of all essential goods including food; e. Take-away/ home delivery restaurants and hotels; f. Petrol pumps, LPG gas Oil agencies, their godowns, g. Production and Manufacturing units which require continuous process may continue to function with permission from Collector; h. Manufacturing Units engaged in production of essential commodities; | Mandatory | All | 30-04-2020 |
| Nagaland | Order On Exemptions From Restrictions | 23-03-2020 | The Chief Secretary of Nagaland has exempted the following from the restrictions brought about by the lockdown: a. IOC and all other Petroleum PSUs, FCI, Home Guards and Civil Defence, BSNL, all Private Telecom and Internet Service Providers and their technical/ field staff; b. LPG dealers and their delivery, Private water tankers / carriers, Ongoing road construction works, c. Vehicles transporting road construction materials and equipment | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Chhattisgarh | Veterinarian Services, To Be Considered In The List Of Essential Service. | 23-03-2020 | The Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and dairying issued a letter dated 23-03-2020, requesting the Chief Secretaries of all the States and the Union territories to ensure that the veterinary hospitals and dispensaries in the state including Private veterinary clinics, Veterinary pathologies, animal shelters etc. function in the normal course and the veterinary services to be considered in the list of Essential Services. The veterinarians and other related officers should ensure strict personal hygiene and avoid public gathering. | Mandatory | None | No end date specified |
| Central | Dpiit Issues Instructions To All State Authorities Not To Obstruct And Call For Closure Of Food Processing Units So That Uninterrupted Supply Of Food For Citizens Is Maintained | 23-03-2020 | The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade in a Department Order dated 23rd March, 2020 has instructed all State Authorities to not obstruct and call for closure of food processing units to maintain uninterrupted supply of food for citizens. The following instructions are issued for ensuring operational viability and to maintain uninterrupted supply of food products to ¢ All food processing companies should be allowed to keep their manufacturing facilities open under strict safety and hygiene guidelines and any executive order or restriction under Section 144 The Code Of Criminal Procedure, 1973 will include the exemption of these manufacturing facilities, distribution and sales channels servicing the food and beverage market, including food delivery services, as also employees associated with such activities. ¢ All Retail/Grocery, Organised Trade including Cash & Carry and wholesale, Chemists/Pharmacies that stock and sell food products, medicines, water etc. should be allowed to remain open to avoid inconvenience to consumers as also to prevent panic buying. ¢ All workers / operators at retail outlets, pharmacies, manufacturing units be allowed to travel to their units. ¢ Transport vehicles carrying raw material, intermediates to and from the Food Processing Units to be given due permission and this to be explicitly included in the local Administration orders to avoid any confusion. ¢ Inter-state movement of goods for the food processing industry be allowed uninterrupted movement and supply of goods and services. Specifically for e-commerce, food processing, deliver boys, and movement of trucks. These abovementioned instructions will go a long way in maintaining requisite flow of essential goods and preventing panic purchases. | Mandatory | Food Business Operator | No end date specified |
| Odisha | Intra State Bus Services Suspended From March 24. City Bus Services In All Urban Local Bodies Suspended From March 23 (Midnight). | 23-03-2020 | Government of Odisha suspends inter-state bu movements from 11am of 24th March, 2020 and city bus services in all urban local bodies of the state from midnight of 23rd march, 2020 until further orders. | Mandatory | Transport | No end date specified |
| Delhi | Delhi Government Notifies Lockdown Of National Capital Territory ('Nct') From 23.03.20 To 31.03.20; Stipulates Certain Restriction Throughout The Territorial Jurisdiction Of The Nct. | 22-03-2020 | The Health and Family Welfare Department, National Capital Territory (NCT) of Delhi (Department) has, through an Order dated 22nd March 2020, notified a lockdown in the whole of territorial jurisdiction of NCT of Delhi from 0600 hrs on 23rd March, 2020 (Monday) to midnight of 31st March, 2020 (Tuesday), stipulating the following restrictions: 1. No public transport services, including operation of private buses, taxis, autorickshaws, rickshaws and e-rickshaws etc. will be permitted. Only DTC buses will operate at not more than 25% capacity to cater to personnel engaged in essential services. 2. All shops, commercial establishments, factories, workshops, offices, godowns, weekly bazaars etc. will close their operations. 3. The motorable and unmotorable borders of NCT of Delhi with the neighbouring states of Haryana and Uttar Pradesh will be sealed. 4. Movement of inter-state buses/trains/metro (DMRC) will be suspended. 5. All domestic/international flights arriving to Delhi during this period will be suspended. 6. Construction activity of any kind will be suspended. 7. All religious places of any denomination will be closed. 8. People are required to stay at home and come out only for basic services within the vicinity of their residences while strictly following the social distancing guidelines issued. However, the Department has, through this Order and a subsequent Order dated 24th March, 2020, excluded the following services / establishments from the purview of these restrictions, which will continue to function normally, while strictly following the guidelines and protocol related to social distancing, without deviation and the people who come out to provide or avail essential services will be allowed on their self declaration: a) Offices charged with law and order and magisterial duties b) Police c) Health and Veterinary Health Care Facilities d) Fire e) Prisons f) Fair Price Shops (Public Distribution System) g) Electricity h) Water i) Municipal Services j) Activities related to functioning of Legislative Assembly of Delhi k) Pay and Accounts Office (only for salary/wages/contingent/health & essential services related expenditure) l) Print and Electronic Media m) Cashier/Teller operations of banks (including ATMs) n) Telecom, Internet and Postal services o) E-commerce of all essential goods including food, pharmaceutical and medical equipment's p) Food items, groceries (fruits/vegetables/milk/ bakery items, meat, fish etc.) q) Milk plants r) General Provision stores s) Take away/ home delivery in restaurants. t) Chemists and Pharmacies. u) Petrol pumps, LPG/Oil/CNG agencies (including their godown and transportation related activities) v) Animal fodder w) Manufacturing, processing, transportation, distribution, storage, trade/commerce, logistics and construction/maintenance related to all the above services/establishments and commodities required for delivery of these above services x) Any other essential service/establishment that may be exempted by the Government y) SEBI regulated Stock Market entities and the essential staff related to stock market services The Department has also strictly prohibited any congregation of more than 5 persons. It has also clarified that the employees of private establishments (including temporary/contractual/outsourced etc.) who are required to stay at home in view of this order shall be treated as "on duty" and be paid in full. | Mandatory | All | 31-03-2020 |
| Jammu And Kashmir | J&K Lockdown Orders | 22-03-2020 | complete shutdown of all Anganwadi centres, Schools, Colleges, Universities, Malls, Gyms, shops, businesses, markets and establishments except essential services complete restrictions on the movement of Interstate /Intra State Buses; Matadors; and other modes of public transports, except for authorized SRTC buses complete ban on assembly of three or more persons for any reason whatsoever gatherings of any kind (social/cultural/political/religious/academic/sports/seminar/conference etc.,) shall be completely prohibited people are required to stay at home and come out only to procure essential commodities for consumption (one person per vehicle) government employees of essential services departments or such other departments as required by government shall be permitted to move on production of ID proofs. | Mandatory | All | 31-03-2020 |
| Karnataka | Karnataka Lockdown Notification Directing Establishments Which Should Remain Shutdown And Which Are Permitted To Remain Open During Lockdown | 22-03-2020 | The Office of the Director, Directorate of Health & Family Welfare Services, in an order dated: 22/03/2020 have mandated the following to be shut down during the lockdown period as a precautionary measure in response to spread of nCovid 19: a) All shops, commercial establishments, workshops, godowns dealing with non-essential services; b) All labour intensive industries shall work at 50% of their strength on rotation basis ensuring that social distancing measures are strictly adhered to. They are advised not to remove any worker on this account and advised to sanction paid leave on these days to the remaining workers. c) All Information Technology & Bio-Technology units will ensure work from home except where it is not feasible to do so and in respect of the units and staff dealing with critical and essential services. d) All air-conditioned bus services of Road Transport Corporation and private operators shall be stopped. e) All Inter-State and inter-district services shall not be operated from these districts. What is Open: However, the following services providing essential services are permitted to remain open: a) Food, ration shops, milk, vegetables, groceries, meat, fish, fruit markets and shops. b) Transport of all goods. c) Police and Fire services d)Govt offices e) Electricity, Water Supplies f) Bank/ATM/Telecom g)Home delivery of food, pharmacy h)Take away from restaurants I) Agriculture, horticulture-related markets j) Canteen services provided by govt and local bodies | Mandatory | All | 01-04-2020 |
| Maharashtra | Imposition Of Section 144 Of The Criminal Procedure Code (Crpc) 1973 In Greater Mumbai Till 24:00 Hours On 31St March, 2020 For All Persons Except Emergency Services, Establishments Providing Essential Services And Government And Semi Government Agencies. | 22-03-2020 | The Dy. Commissioner of Police (Operations) issued a prohibitory order restricting presence or movement of 5 or more persons in public or private places, including religious places and also vehicles carrying such persons for any reason whatsoever in order to prevent the outbreak of COVID 19 virus in areas in Greater Mumbai. This order came into effect from 05:01 hrs on 23rd March, 2020 and remains in effect till 24:00 hrs on 31/03/2020. The order does not apply to the following - i. Emergency Services ii. Establishments providing essential services like - a. Food, vegetables, milk supplies, grocery stores etc b. Hospitals, medicines and pharma related establishments, pathology laboratories, medical/nursing colleges c. Telephone and internet services d. Electricity, petroleum, oil and energy related e. Banking, stock exchange, clearing corporations, depositories, stock brokers and SEBI registered participants operating through these institutions f. IT and IT enabled services and data centers providing critical national and international infrastructure and needed for the above essential and emergency services g. Media h. Port i. Services providing home delivery of food, groceries and essential commodities j. Drinking water supply and maintenance k. Godowns and warehousing related to all of the above l. Trucks/tempos carrying goods and manpower related to above services iii. Government/semi government agencies and their officials on duty iv. The zonal DCsP in emergent/special cases are empowered to grant exemption. | Mandatory | All | 31-03-2020 |
| Maharashtra | Closure / Restrictions On It/Ites Industry And Manufacturing Industries Involved In Non Essential Services/Commodities In The Pune District, Maharashtra | 22-03-2020 | The Collector and District Magistrate of Pune District, invoked the Epidemic Diseases Act and Regulation for prevention and containment of COVID 19 and thereby directed all enterprises in the IT/ITes sector and manufacturing sector to close office premises/factories with immediate effect and advising all employees in the IT/ITes sector to work from home. The following enterprises were however exempted with restrictions to ensure that all measures required for the prevention of local transmission of the virus have been undertaken - i. Employees in IT/ITes enterprises whose work directly involves supporting essential services such as telecommunication (including DTH and Internet services), banking , finance and insurance, health services, pharmaceuticals, supply chain management of food items, medicines and medical equipments, eCommerce, support to essential manufacturing. Here, the government has placed a restriction of not more than 20% of employees being in office since these services cannot be provided from remote locations. Employers are required to identify these employees with a justification. ii. Essential maintenance activities. Here, the government has placed a restriction of not more than 10% of employees being in office since these services cannot be provided from remote locations. iii. Manufacturing and production of essential items such as pharmaceuticals, pest control, medical equipment, essential food processing industries such as milk, sugarm flour etc, petrochemical refinery, fodder and packaged drinking water. In the event any industry wishes to re-open its operations, a written application along with a justification for being included as an essential industry is required to be made to the Office of the District Magistrate, Pune. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Punjab | Curfew In Punjab | 22-03-2020 | All private establishments (including office, shop, factory, warehouse) shall remain closed Essential services and goods to continue All public transport to be shutdown barring specified exceptions All persons required to stay at home All foreign returned to register with DA and be quarantined gathering of more than 10 persons in public places prohibited | Mandatory | All | 31-03-2020 |
| Telangana | Lockdown In The Entire State Of Telangana Till 31St March, 2020 | 22-03-2020 | The State Government of Telangana invoked the Epidemic Diseases Act, 1897, read with all other enabling provisions of the Disaster Management Act, 2005 and notified a lockdown of the entire state of Telangana from 22nd March, 2020 till 31st March, 2020. The lockdown order mandated the following - i. Sealing of all state borders except for movement of essential and perishable commodities. ii. Suspension of all public transport services including TSRTC buses, SETWIN, Hyderabad Metro, taxis, auto-rickshaws, interstate bus and transport services including those by private operators. An exception was given to transport of passengers for accessing emergency medical services. iii. Closure of all shops, commercial establishments, offices, factories, workshops, godowns etc. An exception has been given to those involved in the production and manufacturing of pharmaceuticals, API etc. Further, manufacturing units engaged in production of essential commodities like dal and rice mills, food and related units, dairy units, feed and fodder units etc. have also been permitted to operate. All establishments permitted to function during this period must ensure social distancing such as through painting of foot marks at distances of 3 feet from each other near check out counters. Requirement of proper sanitation in the premises and provision of hand sanitizers/hand washing facilities is essential. All private establishments have been mandated to make payments of wages/salaries fully to the workers/employees including those working under contract and outsourcing basis during the lockdown period. Any violation will be viewed seriously and will invite penal action under The Epidemics Disease Act 1897. All elective surgeries have been required to be re-scheduled in all private hospitals to enhance the availability of health care facilities to COVID-19 patients. The following services have been exempted from the order, however, under observation of social distancing and sanitisation norms - a) Banks/ATMs and related activities. b) Print and electronic media c) IT and ITeS, including telecom, postal and internet Services d) Supply chain and transport of essential commodities e) E-Commerce (delivery) of essential goods including food, pharmaceutical and medical equipment f) Sale of food items, groceries, milk, bread, fruits, vegetables, eggs, meat, fish and their transportation and warehousing activities g) Take-away/ home delivery at restaurants h) Hospitals, optical stores, diagnostic centres, pharmaceuticals manufacturing and their transportation i) Petrol pumps, LPG gas, oil agencies, their godowns and their related transport operations. j) All security services including those provided by private agencies. k) Private establishments that support the provisioning of essential services or the efforts for containment of COVID-19 l) Airports and related services | Mandatory | All | 31-03-2020 |
| Uttarakhand | Uttarakhand Government Notifies Lockdown Of Non-Essential Services Like Shops, Commercial Establishments, Factories, Offices Etc., From 22Nd To 31St March, 2020; Imposes Penalty For Violation. | 22-03-2020 | The Office of the Secretary, Medical, Health and Family Welfare and Medical Education, Uttarakhand (Government) has, through an Order dated 22nd March 2020, notified a lockdown of non-essential services in the state of Uttarakhand from 2100 hours on 22rd March, 2020 to 2359 hours of 31st March, 2020, stipulating the following restrictions: 1. No public transport services including operation of , taxis, autorickshaws, shall be permitted. However, no restriction will be imposed on any kind of transport to and from hospitals and airports. For to and for airport transfers carrying and producing valid documentation will be mandatory. 2. All shops, commercial establishments, factories, workshops, offices, godowns, weekly bazaars etc. will be required to close their operations. 3. All domestic/foreign returnees to the State are directed to remain under strict home quarantine for a period as decided by the local Health Authorities. 4. People are required to stay at home and come out only for basic services while strictly following the social distancing guidelines. However, the Government has excluded certain establishments, which provide essential services, from the purview of this order like: 1. Offices charged with law and order and magisterial duties; 2. Police; 3. Medical and Health; 4. Urban Local Bodies 5. Fire; 6. Electricity, Water and Municipal Services; 7. Banks/ATM; 8. Print, Electronic and Social Media 9. Telecom & internet Services including IT & ITeS; 10. Postal services; 11. Supply Chain and related transportation 12. E-commerce (delivery) of all essential goods including food, pharmaceutical and medical equipment's; 13. Hospitals, Chemist stores, Drugs and Pharmaceutical manufacturing and their transportation related activities; 14. Petrol pumps, LPG gas; Oil agencies, their godowns and their transportation related activities; 15. Manufacturing units engaged in production of essential commodities; 16. Production and manufacturing units which require continuous process may continue to function after obtaining required permission from District Magistrates, etc. The Government has also clarified that private establishments that support the above services or are linked to the efforts for containment of COVID-19 will also remain open. Additionally, the Inter State border shall be closed except for the movement of vehicles related to the above mentioned goods and services. Also, the Government has prohibited any congregation of more than 5 persons. Apart from these, the Government has, through a Notification, issued certain Guidelines for citizens, to be implemented, to prevent COVID-19 while: 1. Entering the House 2. Getting of the House 3. Staying in the House during the Lockdown 4. Staying with a sick member in the House during the Lockdown 5. Staying in the House during Home Quarantine Penalty for non-compliance - Any person found violating the containment measures shall be deemed to have committed an offence punishable under Section 188 of the Indian Penal Code. Simple imprisonment Upto 1 month or with fine upto Rs. 200/-, or with both; If such disobedience causes or trends to cause danger to human life, health or safety, or causes or tends to cause a riot or affray - Imprisonment of either description Upto 6 months, or with fine which Upto Rs. 1,000/-, or with both. | Mandatory | All | 31-03-2020 |
| West Bengal | West Bengal Government Notifies complete Safety Restrictions; Imposes Restrictions With An Aim To Prevent / Contain The Spread Of Covid-19; Effective 23.03.2020 To 27.03.2020 | 22-03-2020 | The Government of West Bengal invoked the Epidemic Diseases Act, 1897 and the West Bengal Epidemic Disease, COVID 19 Regulations, 2020, thereby notifying 'Complete Safety Restrictions' wef 17:00 hrs of 23dr March, 2020 to 24:00 hrs 27th March, 2020 stipulating the closing down of all shops, commercial establishments, offices, factories, workshops, godowns etc., suspension on public transport services with the exception of transport to and from hospitals, airports, railways stations and goods carriers carrying essential commodities and food. | Mandatory | All | 27-03-2020 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | The Arunachal Pradesh Government Has Announced A Lockdown In The State From Monday Evening Till March 31 In View Of The Coronavirus Outbreak | 22-03-2020 | As per the Complete Safety Restrictions, no public transport services, including operation of taxis, auto-rickshaws, will be permitted except transport of all kinds to and from hospitals, airport, helipad, railway stations, and goods carriers carrying food and essential commodities All shops, commercial establishments, offices, factories and workshops shall also shut their operations. People are required to stay at home and carry out only basic services while strictly following social distancing guidelines. Any gathering of more than 10 people will be prohibited in public places, while the employees of private companies are required to stay at home and shall be treated as on duty and be paid in full. Supplies of foodgrains, groceries, vegetable, fruits, meat, fish, bread, milk, medical services, pharmacies and banks and ATMs among others have been exempted from the purview of the lockdown. Courts and correctional services, food and civil supplies and other government agencies on duty, police, armed forces and paramilitary forces have also been kept out of the purview of the lockdown. | Mandatory | All | 31-03-2020 |
| Nagaland | Govt Of Nagaland Vide Order Dated 22Nd March 2020, Directs Closure Of All Shops, Movement Of Commercial Passenger Vehicles, Public, Government Offices | 22-03-2020 | Govt of Nagaland vide order dated 22nd March 2020, directs closure of all shops, movement of commercial passenger vehicles, public, government offices from the midnight of 22nd March 2020. Key Points: a. all shops and business establishments except for pharmacies, petrol pump and groceries shops selling food grains, food items, vegetables, daily use items, other essential commodities will remain closed. b. All commercial vehicles should stop plying after the midnight of 23rd March 2020 c. All inter state entry points will be sealed d. Movement of public will be restricted except for the purposes of procurement and distribution of essential commodities, availing essential services, medical facilitates and other basic needs. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Bihar | Order Enforcing Lockdown Upto March 31, Essential Services Specified Including Banks, Telecom, Food | 22-03-2020 | Health Dept., Bihar Government lists out services and establishments that will be completely closed in addition to the services which are exempted from the COVID-19 lockdown. | Mandatory | All industries | 31-03-2020 |
| Meghalaya | Measures To Contain And Prevent The Spread Of Corona Virus In Meghalaya | 22-03-2020 | Measures put in place by Meghalaya Government to contain and prevent the spread of COVID-19 | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Guidelines For Covid-19 Testing By Private Laboratories In India | 21-03-2020 | Guidelines for Covid-19 testing by private laboratories in India notified laying down the following processes: 1. Who is to be tested. 2. guidelines for sample collection and testing. 3. Protocols to be followed for reporting. 4. policy for storing sample and its destruction. 5. The prescribed cost to be charged for testing. | Mandatory | Healthcare, Pharmaceutical, Diagnostic Centres including sample collection centres | No end date specified |
| Karnataka | Department Of Electronics, Information Technology, Biotechnology And Science & Technology, Government Of Karnataka Issued An Advisory Directed To All It And Biotech Companies In The State To Strictly Follow The Guidelines. | 21-03-2020 | The Department of Electronics, Information Technology, Biotechnology and Science & Technology, Government of Karnataka conducted a meeting on 21st March, 2020 to assess the situation on COVID-19 and has subsequently issued an advisory directed to all IT and Biotech Companies in the State to follow. In light of COVID-19 being declared a global pandemic, the Government has issued this advisory to encourage IT and Biotech companies to encourage / permit their employees to work from home to contain the spread of this contagious virus. IT and Biotech Companies are strictly advised to adhere to the following guidelines: 1. Employees who are working on Mission Critical and Essential services only to operate from office. All other employees to Work from Home. 2. The Management of IT and Biotech companies must put in place a self-regulatory mechanism for the same keeping in mind employee safety. 3. Contact amongst employees must be minimised by replacing face to face meetings with tele-conversation or video conference. 4. Business and personal travels to be put on hold unless it is unavoidable and critical. 5. Social distancing to be followed. 6. Maintain proper hygiene of premises / workplace by following regular housekeeping practices, including routine cleaning and disinfecting of surfaces, equipment and other elements of work environment. 7. Promote frequent and thorough hand washing by providing employees/ visitors/ customers with soap / sanitizers and running water in the washrooms. 8. Encourage employees to follow respiratory etiquette including coughs and sneezes. 9. Develop policies and procedures by which employees can report when they are sick or experiencing symptoms of COVID 19. 10. Encourage employees to call helpline no. 104 instead of travelling directly or availing public transport facility to reach the hospital if suspected of possible exposure of COVID 19. 11. Identification and isolation of potential infectious individuals which is a critical step in protecting employees at workplace. 12. Maintain flexible leave policies that permit employees to self-quarantine as a precautionary measure. 13. Advise all employees who are at higher risk i.e. older employees, pregnant employees and employees who have underlying medical conditions, to take extra precautions. Additionally, in order to facilitate work from home, the Government has written to Bangalore Electricity Supply Company Ltd. and internet service providers to provide uninterrupted power supply and connectivity. | Mandatory | IT and Biotech Companies | No end date specified |
| Haryana | Further Guidelines To The Management Of Factories/ Establishments | 21-03-2020 | All the factories and establishments shall allow their workers to work from home wherever possible so as to avoid the spread of Corona Virus. All the factories and establishments shall ensure the safety and vulnerable employees including the employees above the age of 50 years, employees with underlying medical conditions, pregnant workmen etc and may allow them to work from home. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Bihar | Operation Of Restaurants And Banquet Halls In The State Of Bihar To Be Suspended Till 31St March, 2020 | 21-03-2020 | In order to control and prevent the outbreak of corona virus, the Health Department of Bihar has suspended the operation of restaurants and banquet halls, whether stand alone or in hotels till 31st March, 2020, with an exception to home delivery and take home services of food. | Mandatory | Hospitality | 31-03-2020 |
| Meghalaya | All Persons Entering Meghalaya Required To Register On Covid 19 Monitoring System | 21-03-2020 | Owing to the Corona Virus (COVID-19) outbreak, the Government of Meghalaya has imposed restrictions on persons entering the state and directed that entry will be allowed only through designated locations. The Government has further mandated all persons entering the state to register on the COVID 19 monitoring system (meghalayaonline.gov.in/covid) in addition to undergoing health screening. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Odisha | Advisory Issued By The Labour Commissioner Of Odisha Requesting Employers/Occupiers To Not Terminate Or Reduce Wages Of Employees/Workers In Case Of Absence Due To Covid-19 Pandemic Situation | 21-03-2020 | The Office of the Labour Commissioner of Odisha has issued a letter to all Employers/Occupiers requesting them not to terminate or reduce wages of employees/workers in case of absence due to COVID-19 pandemic situation | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Chhattisgarh | Guidelines Regarding Labour Employed In Urban Works For Prevention Of Covid-19 | 21-03-2020 | The Urban Administration Department of Chhattisgarh has issued instructions with regard to the protection of workers from COVID-19 in the Urban bodies as follows: i. Workers engaged in construction activities, should be divided into groups of four labourers and none of the workers should interchange such groups; ii. not more than four workers should be engaged at a single place of work; iii. In case more than four workers need to be engaged at a single place of work, then ensure to divide them into groups of two people each. Also, such groups should maintain a minimum distance of 2 meters between themselves; iv. Provide masks, gloves, helmets and boots to the workers being engaged; v. Provide soap for washing hands and instruct the workers to eat food, drink water and wash hands from time to time; | Mandatory | Construction, Real estate activities | No end date specified |
| Mizoram | Movement Of Passengers & Goods At Zokhawthar, Champhai District Suspended By The Government Of Mizoram | 21-03-2020 | The Government of Mizoram basis its publication on the website on 21st March, 2020, has decided to suspend movement of all passengers and goods at Zokhawthar, Champhai District. The District authorities concerned, in consultation with Assam Rifles shall stop movement of goods and people with immediate effect and until further notice | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Chhattisgarh | Chhattisgarh Govt. Issues Instructions For Employers To Facilitate Wages, Leaves And Other Necessary Facilities To Employees / Workers | 21-03-2020 | The Chhattisgarh Labour Department has issued the following directions with respect to the health, security, salary, allowance and other benefits provided to all employees / workmen (including permanent, temporary or contract) working at your establishment: 1. Work should be taken as per the convenience of your employees/ workers/ labourers. If necessity arises, make appropriate arrangements for them to work from home; 2. If any of your employees / workmen is suffering from COVID-19, ensure to support such employee / workman with regard to his / her well-being and allow leave with wages (as per requirement); 3. If any of the family members of your employees / workmen are suffering from COVID-19; allow paid leave to such employee / workman (for treatment of his / her ailing family member); 4. In case any of your employees / workmen or their family members contracts illness (other than COVID-19), allow paid leave along with other benefits to such employee; 5. During the continuation of such extraordinary circumstances, do not terminate nor lay off or treat as a break in service of employee / worker / labourers. Also, do not deduct the salaries or any benefits payable to your employees / workers / labourers. 6. If your establishment / factory needs to change / modify / postpone the workings around the non-essential activities, ensure that none of the employees / workmen are removed from service nor any of their salaries or allowances be deducted. Allow paid leaves to your employees in such situation. 7. Provide statutory, social and economic security to the employees / workmen in view of various labour laws. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Mnre Asks Project Developers Facing Disruption In Supply Chain Due To Coronavirus In China Or Any Other Country As A Case Of Natural Calamity And Informs That Force Majeure Clause May Be Invoked Subject To Following Due Procedure | 20-03-2020 | The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (Ministry) has in a notification dated 20.03.2020 has stated that the disruptions in the supply chains due to the spread of coronavirus in China or any other Country should be considered as a case of natural calamity and Force Majeure Clause may be invoked wherever considered appropriate, following the due procedure. The Ministry has further stated that: (a) All Renewable Energy implementing agencies of the Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (MNRE) has hereby directed to treat delay on account of disruption of the supply chains due to spread of coronavirus in China or any other country, as Force Majeure. (b) The Renewable Energy implementing agencies may grant suitable extension of time for project, on account of coronavirus, based on evidence/documents produced by developers in support of their respective claims of such disruption of the supply chains due to spread of coronavirus in China or any other country. (c) Further, all project developers claiming aforesaid disruption and desirous of time extensions, shall make, a formal application to SECI/NTPC/other implementing agencies, giving all documentary evidence(s) in support of their claim. SECI/NTPC/Implementing agencies shall examine the claim objectively and grant appropriate Extension of Time (EoT) based on facts. While considering the requests for grant of extension of time on account of disruption of the supply chains due to spread of coronavirus in China, or any of the country, SECI/NTPC. Any other implementing agency may sully satisfy itself that the claimants were actually affected due to disruption of the supply chains due to spreads of coronavirus in China or any other country in the period for which extension of time has been claimed. The implementing agencies shall also ensure that no double relief is granted due to overlapping period of time extension granted for reason eligible for such relief. (d) The State Renewable Energy Departments (including agencies under Power/Energy/Departments State, but dealing in renewable energy) are also requested to treat delay on account of disruption of the supply chains due to spread of coronavirus in China or any other country, as Force Majeure and issue their own instructions on the subject. | Advisory | Renewable energy project developers | No end date specified |
| Central | Advisory To Curb False News / Misinformation On Corona Virus Applicable To Intermediaries | 20-03-2020 | The Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology, Government of India has by a Notification dated March 20, 2020 urged the Intermediaries as defined under the IT Act, 2000 to follow due diligence as prescribed in the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines) Rules 2011 and inform their users not to host, display, upload, modify, publish, transmit, update or share any information that may affect public order and unlawful in any way. The Intermediaries are to initiate awareness that the users do not upload/circulate any false/misinformation concerning corona virus and to take immediate action to remove/disable such content hosted on their platform on priority basis. | Mandatory | Intermediaries under IT Act | No end date specified |
| Central | The Office Of The Chief Labour Commissioner, Ministry Of Labour & Employment, Government Of India Extended The Last Date For Filing Of Unified Annual Return Under The 8 Labour Laws For The Year 2019 Upto 30Th April, 2020 In View Of The Novel Coronavirus Outbreak By An Intimation Dated 20.03.2020. | 20-03-2020 | The Office of the Chief Labour Commissioner, Ministry of Labour & Employment, Government of India in a recent intimation dated 20.03.2020 has extended the last date for filing of Unified Annual Return under the 8 Labour Laws for the year 2019 upto 30th April, 2020 in view of the novel coronavirus outbreak. Originally, the timeline for filing the Unified Annual Return for the year 2019 was till 1st February, 2020. Now, owing to the spread of novel coronavirus the Ministry has extended the timeline till 30th April, 2020. The Ministry has further requested all Regional Labour Commissioners not to take any legal action for non-filing of the Annual Returns for the year 2019 against establishments which have not yet filed their returns and to also disseminate this information regarding the extension of timeline to establishments under their respective jurisdictions. | Advisory | All | 30-04-2020 |
| Central | Advisory To All Employers To Not Terminate Or Reduce Wages Of Employees, Particularly Of The Workers Who Are Engaged On A Casual Or Contractual Basis. | 20-03-2020 | The Ministry of Labour and Employment (Ministry), in view of the COVID-19 Outbreak, has issued an advisory for all the employers of Private and Public establishments (Employers), to extend their cooperation by not terminating employees or reducing wages, particularly of the workers who are engaged on a casual or contractual basis. All workers on leave should be construed as if they are on duty. The advisory further states that if the place of employment is to be made non-operational due to COVID-19, then employees working in such unit will be deemed to be on duty. | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Irdai Issues Circular Postponing The Ic-38 Examination Consequent To The Advisory Issued By The Ministry Of Health And Family Welfare (Mohfw) On Social Distancing Measure In View Of Spread Of Covid-19 Disease. | 20-03-2020 | Consequent to the Advisory issued by Ministry of Health and Family Welfare on Social Distancing Measure in view of spread of COVID-19 disease; IRDAI vide Circular dated 20th March 2020 has advised the CEOs of Insurance companies and CMDs of corporate agents to postpone the IC-38 examinations for individual agents and specified persons for and after 31st March 2020. The above decision has been taken keeping | Advisory | Insurance (All Insurers, Corporate Agents) | 31-03-2020 |
| Central | Letter From Chief Secretary Exempting E-Commerce & Logistic Providers From Any Prohibitory Orders During Lockdown | 20-03-2020 | The department of consumer affairs has written a letter to chief secretaries of all states to exempt ecommerce operations including warehousing, logistics, wholesalers vendors and delivery partners from prohibitory orders, such as imposition of Section 144 or mandatory closures. | Advisory | E-commerce | No end date specified |
| Central | Relaxation From The Submission Of Notices, Returns, Forms Required Under The Provisions Of Mines Act 1952 Due To Prevailing Epidemic Situation Of Corona Virus Disease 2019 (Covid-19) | 20-03-2020 | In view of the prevailing epidemic situation of Corona Virus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) across the world and in the country, relaxation has been given to all concerned from submission of notices, returns and other forms required under the provisions of different rules and regulations framed under the Mines Act 1952 and due for submission in the month of March and April 2020 for a period of 1 (one) month from the respective due dates. | Mandatory | Mining Industry | 31-05-2020 |
| Haryana | Invoking Section 144, Crpc, 1973 As A Precautionary Measure In Response To Spread Of Ncovid 19 | 20-03-2020 | All District Magistrates/Police Commissioners in the state of Haryana are advised to invoke Section 144 of the CrPC, 1973 in respective districts/jurisdictions restricting the assembly of 20 or more than 20 people in public places. It also directs the DM's and SP's of Haryana to ensure adequate social distancing norms are followed in case the assembly is less than 20 persons. | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Maharashtra | Advisory To Public And Private Industries And Commercial Establishments Not To Terminate Their Work Force And Deduct Wages During The Lockdown | 20-03-2020 | The Maharashtra government has issued an advisory to public and private industries and commercial establishments in the state, asking them not to terminate their work force and deduct wages during the current lockdown, enforced to check spread of Covid-19. It says that if any worker takes leave, he should be deemed to be on duty without any consequential deduction in wages. | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Maharashtra | Mumbai Municipal Commissioner Issues Order To Ensure Social Distancing, De-Congesting Hospitals For Prevention And Containment Of Corona Virus Disease (Covid 19) | 20-03-2020 | Municipal commissioner of the municipal corporation of Greater Mumbai has in order to contain the rapidly growing coronavirus in the state has directed following containment measures in the City of Mumbai 1. Restriction on vehicular movement in the areas of isolation centres, quarantine centres declared by MCGM like Kasturba Hospital, Kem Hospital and Seven Hills Hospital. 2. Closure of schools, cinema halls, malls, gyms, swimming pools, pubs, discotheques, amusement parks. 3. Mass congregations and functions in Mumbai banned. 4. Restaurants, dhabas, cafes and other eateries can continue to operate if they can self-impose fifty per cent customer capacity and maintain distance of 3 feet between two customers. 5. All Private and Corporate Establishments to be completely shut down. However, establishments or firms providing essential services such as Drinking water, electricity, petroleum, banking, sewerage, healthcare, media, port, telecom, vendors of food, groceries and vegetables, petrol pumps, IT services, data centres, e-commerce of essential items including food, among others were exempted from the closure order. The Order further added that in order to "de-congest major hospitals" so that they can accommodate Covid-19 cases if the need be, all "stable patients" who do not need "tertiary" care shall be discharged, or shifted to "peripheral hospitals". Patients admitted for elective surgery shall also be discharged. The Order also states that Asst Commissioners and Police to issue advisory to people not to gather in masses at sea beaches or public places. Private and Public sector companies to encourage all their staff to work from home. Penalty: Spitting on any public place, premises, road will attract a fine of Rs. 1000. Ward offices, Sanitary Staff and Police have been directed to enforce this punishment strictly. Further failure to obey these orders will be penalized under Section 188 of the Indian Penal Code i.e. imprisonment for a term which may extend up to six months, or with fine which may extend to Rs 1,000, or both | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| West Bengal | Guidelines For Handling, Treatment And Disposal Of Waste Generated During Treatment, Diagnosis Or Quarantine Of Covid Patients | 20-03-2020 | The Health Services Branch, West Bengal issued guidelines for handling, treatment and disposal of waste generated during treatment, diagnosis or quarantine of COVID patients in addition to existing practices under the Bio Medical Waste Management Rules, 2016 and directed the same to be followed by all isolation wards, sample collection centers and laboratories for COVID 19 suspected patients, quarantine camps and home care of COVID 19 suspected patients. The guidelines include - i. usage of double layered bags of adequate strength and leak free ii. usage of dedicated collection bin labelled as well as bags/containers and trolleys as 'COVID 19' to store COVID 19 waste and kept separately in a temporary storage room before handing it over to authorised staff of CBWTF iii. provision of lifting bio medical waste directly from isolation wards into the CBWTF collection van iv. disposal of general waste as solid waste v. maintenance of separate record of waste generated from isolation wards vi. disinfection of inner and outer surface of containers, bags and trolleys used for COVID 19 waste with 1% sodium hypochlorite solution vii. report opening or operation of COVID 19 ward to State Pollution Control Board. viii. appointment of dedicated sanitation staff separately for bio medical waste and solid waste to enable collection and transfer of waste to storage areas. | Mandatory | Healthcare | No end date specified |
| Nagaland | Close Down Of Various Public Places In Nagaland | 20-03-2020 | The Home department, Government of Nagaland, as a precautionary measure to prevent the control and outbreak of Corona Virus (COVID-19) issued a notification dated 20-03-2020 to close public places in the State as listed below: 1. State Museum 2. State Archives 3. State Library 4. World War II museum, Kisama 5. State Academy hall 6. Bamboo Hall 7. RCEMPA 8. Childrens Park 9. Capital Convention Centre Additionally, all other public places like parks, recreation centres etc. will also remain closed. | Mandatory | None | No end date specified |
| Haryana | Work From Home For Vulnerable Employees | 20-03-2020 | The General Administration Department, Government of Haryana, vide letter no 61/19/2020-6GS-I dated 20-03-2020, stated that all Administrative Secretaries, Head of departments and heads of offices shall ensure that vulnerable employees including employees engaged under outsourcing policy, employees above the age of 50, employees with underlying medical conditions, pregnant woman shall be advised to work from home. In emergent situations, the competent authorities may require the services of such employees at any time, hence all such employees shall work from home and ready/available on landline or mobile No employee shall leave the station without prior permission of competent authority. | Mandatory | None | No end date specified |
| Uttar Pradesh | Grant Of Paid Leave To Infected Or Quarantined Workers And Also In Case Of Temporary Closure Under An Order Of The Government. | 20-03-2020 | Grant of paid leave of 28 days by employers to workers infected or quarantined; Paid leave by employers if government orders closure. All shops, commercial establishment, factories where 10 or more workmen are employed shall display on notice board and main gate of the establishment safety measures prescribed by the Central Government or the State Government for prevention of Covid- 19. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Nagaland | Appeal On Janata Curfew On 22Nd March 2020 | 20-03-2020 | All citizens of Nagaland have been requested by Home Department, Government of Nagaland to participate in 'Janta Curfew' on 22nd March, 2020 from 7am to 9pm. | Mandatory | All | 22-03-2020 |
| Central | Central Govt. Issues Letter To State Govts And Uts On Measures To Enhance Sanitizer Production | 19-03-2020 | To prevent the COVID-19 pandemic, the Central Government has written to State Government's and Union Territories on steps to be taken to enhance sanitizer production: - 1. Required permissions on storage of Ethyl Alcohol / Extra Neutral Alcohol (ENA) without any quota restriction on storage. 2. Indian Sugar Mills Association and All India Distilleries Association to provide input material to the sanitizer producers. 3. Industries producing sanitizers to run all three shifts to full capacity and are encouraged to increase their capacity. The State Govt / UT to grant necessary permissions. 4. The distillery members of All India Distilleries Association can also produce sanitizers in bulk, that can be bottled by the Sanitizer industry, State Govt / UTs to grant necessary permissions. | Advisory | Sugar, Sanitizer producing Industry | No end date specified |
| Central | Prohibition On Export Of All Ventilators, Surgical/Disposable (2/3Ply) Masks Only And Textile Raw Material For Masks And Coveralls Falling Under The Itc Hs Codes With Immediate Effect I.E., Wef 19Th March, 2020. | 19-03-2020 | The Ministry of Commerce and Industry has amended Schedule 2 of the ITC HS Export Policy 2018 prohibiting the export of - i. surgical masks/ disposable masks (2/3 Ply Masks) ii. all ventilators and iii. textile raw material for masks and coveralls. | Mandatory | Pharmaceutical and Medical Devices Industries | No end date specified |
| Central | The Ministry Of Consumer Affairs, Government Of India Has By A Notification Dated March 19, 2020 Requested The State Governments/ Ut Administrations To Take Certain Actions Immediately To Help In Maintaining Supply Of Sanitizers. | 19-03-2020 | The Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Government of India has by a Notification dated March 19, 2020 has requested the State Governments/ UT Administrations to take certain actions immediately to help in maintaining supply of sanitizers like give necessary permissions for licensing and storage of Ethyl Alcohol/Extra Neutral Alcohol (ENA)/ Ethanol upto sanitizer industries installed capacities without any quota restriction on supply of Ethyl Alcohol/ENA and easy availability of Ethyl Alcohol/ENA. Also, encouraging the sanitizer industries to run their units in all three shifts to produce maximum quantity and such necessary permissions are given. Further, As per AIDA's Notice, distillery members can also produce sanitizers in bulk which may be bottled by sanitizer industry and other industry with required permissions. | Advisory | Sanitizer Industry | Distillery members | No end date specified |
| Central | Temporary Relaxation To Hold Board Meetings Through Video Conferencing Or Other Audio Visual Means | 19-03-2020 | The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has relaxed the requirement of holding board meetings in person in matters relating to approval of financial statements, approval board report, approval of prospectus, merger etc. till 30th June, 2020. From 19th March, 2020 till June 30, 2020 these meetings of the Board may be held through Video Conferencing or other Audio Visual means. | Advisory | All | 30-06-2020 |
| Central | Mca Advisory To Companies / Llps To Confirm Readiness To Deal With Covid-19 | 19-03-2020 | In an Advisory directed to all Companies and LLPs, the MCA has advised authorised signatories of Companies / LLPs to confirm their readiness to deal with COVID-19 on its web form CAR (Company Affirmation of Readiness towards COVID-19) which is deployed on its web portal since 23.03.2020. The Advisory covers the following: 1. All companies / LLPs are requested to report compliance using the abovementioned web service on the 23rd instant. 2. Companies / LLPs are advised to provide full participation and co-operation to meet the object of social distancing as means to contain the spread, morbidity and mortality due to the disease. As part of disaster management to meet this urgent and severe health exigency, all companies / LLPs are expected and strongly advised to put in place an immediate plan to implement Work from Home policy as a temporary measure till 31st March, 2020, after which the position will be reviewed by appropriate authorities for next steps. 3. Companies / LLPs are advised to implement Work from Home policy in their headquarters and field offices to the maximum extent possible, including conducting meetings through video conferencing or other electronic / telephonic / computerized means. Also, for the essential staff on duty, staggered timings may be followed so as to minimize physical interaction. Apart from that, the other preventive measures including Dos / Donts advised by the public health authorities may be strictly followed. 4. MCA harps upon the key role of corporate sector in implementing the strategic policy decision on Social Distancing, which is the most crucial step for reducing the rate and extent of the disease transmission at community level. Through its Advisory, it also specifies the step taken to relax the rules with respect to meetings of Board and dispensed with the necessity of holding physical meetings on matters related to approval of financial statements, board report, restructuring etc. till 30th June, 2020 and informed that it is also examining any other relaxations under the Companies Act, 2013 that may be necessary on account of COVID-19. | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Temporary Relaxation/S To Listed Companies From Certain Compliance Stipulations Under The Lodr Regulations | 19-03-2020 | With COVID-19 pandemic hampering the day to day functioning of companies, the Securities and Exchange Board of India, has issued circular/s granting temporary relaxations in compliance requirements for listed entities with immediate effect. These relaxations are in respect of specific filings and obligations under the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 (LODR) and are applicable for the quarter / financial year ending March 31, 2020. More specifically: ¢ The filing of the quarterly governance report which is due on April 15, 2020 has been extended to 15th May, 2020. ¢ The filing relating to Annual Secretarial compliance report has been extended to 30th June, 2020 instead on May 2020. ¢ The quarterly and annual Financial Results has been extended to June 30, 2020 instead of 15th May and 30th May respectively. This apart, the board of directors and Audit Committee of the listed entity are exempted from observing the maximum stipulated time gap i.e. 120 days between two meetings for the meetings held or proposed to be held between the period December 1, 2019 and June 30, 2020. | Mandatory | All industries provided they are listed companies | 30-06-2020 |
| Central | Government Rolls Out Ingredients And Prices Of The Ingredients Used As Raw Materials To Control The Price Of Alcohol Used In Manufacturing Hand Sanitizers | 19-03-2020 | In a Gazette Notification dated 19th March, 2020, the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food And Public Distribution (Ministry) has issued the ingredients and prices of the ingredients as raw materials of Essential Commodities Order, 2020 (2020 Order). The 2020 Order has become effective on the date of its publication in the Official Gazette i.e. on 19th March, 2020 and will remain in force till 30th June, 2020. Key Takeaways: (1) Under the Essential Commodities Act, 1955, the raw material used in manufacturing as essential commodity will be treated as essential commodity. (2) The prices of the alcohols used in manufacturing the hand sanitizers must not exceed from those prevailing on 05.03.2020 without concurrence of the Central Government. Background: In light of the pandemic COVID 19 where sanitizers have become an essential commodity, the present 2020 Order has been issued in order control the price of the raw materials used to manufacture sanitiser. | Mandatory | Manufacturers of Hand Sanitizer | 30-06-2020 |
| Chhattisgarh | Guidelines And Intimation To The Management Of All Factories, Establishments And Office Bearers Of Associations/Unions Of Workers In Chhattisgarh | 19-03-2020 | The Government of Chhattisgarh, Office of the Labour Commissioner Cum Chief Inspector of Factories recently released Corona Virus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)- Guidelines & Intimation directed to all the Management of Factory/Establishments and office bearers of Associations/Unions of workers in the state of Chhattisgarh to strictly and mandatorily adhere to the Guidelines and instructions to stop spread of COVID-19. These Guidelines and instructions are effective immediately and valid till April 30, 2020. [Note: While the language suggests that it is mandatory, however the Authority has not referred to any law or Act. To err on the side of caution, we are giving it as mandatory.] | Mandatory | All | 30-04-2020 |
| West Bengal | Advisory On Corona Virus Issued By Nabadiganta Industrial Township Authority | 19-03-2020 | An advisory is issued to all building authorities and their employees for compliance by NDITA which advises them to not spit on streets/public places, discourage entry of visitors in your office complex, installation of thermal scanners at the entry point of offices, having face recognition attendance systems instead of finger based biometric attendance etc. It also advises if COVID-19 has been reported, then it must be reported to the nearest Government Hospital or call at 24X7 Call Centre number : 1800 3L3 444 222 I 033 2341 2600 so that necessary action may be taken by the Health & FamilyWelfare Department. | Advisory | Real Estate | No end date specified |
| Rajasthan | Guidelines For Handling, Treatment And Disposal Of Waste Generated During Treatment, Diagnosis Or Quarantine Of Covid Patients | 19-03-2020 | The Health Services Branch, Rajasthan issued guidelines for handling, treatment and disposal of waste generated during treatment, diagnosis or quarantine of COVID patients in addition to existing practices under the Bio Medical Waste Management Rules, 2016 and directed the same to be followed by all isolation wards, sample collection centers and laboratories for COVID 19 suspected patients, quarantine camps and home care of COVID 19 suspected patients. The guidelines include - i. usage of double layered bags of adequate strength and leak free ii. usage of dedicated collection bin labelled as well as bags/containers and trolleys as 'COVID 19' to store COVID 19 waste and kept separately in a temporary storage room before handing it over to authorised staff of CBWTF iii. provision of lifting bio medical waste directly from isolation wards into the CBWTF collection van iv. disposal of general waste as solid waste v. maintenance of separate record of waste generated from isolation wards vi. disinfection of inner and outer surface of containers, bags and trolleys used for COVID 19 waste with 1% sodium hypochlorite solution vii. report opening or operation of COVID 19 ward to State Pollution Control Board. viii. appointment of dedicated sanitation staff separately for bio medical waste and solid waste to enable collection and transfer of waste to storage areas. | Mandatory | Healthcare | No end date specified |
| Meghalaya | The Govt Of Meghalaya Notifies The Meghalaya Epidemic Disease (Prevention Of Covid-19) Regulations, 2020 | 19-03-2020 | Government of Meghalaya vide notification dated 19th March 2020 have notified the notifies The Meghalaya Epidemic Disease (prevention of COVID-19) Regulations, 2020. Key points: a. Government and Private Hospitals to have Flu Corners to screen suspected cases of Covid-19 b. Government and Private Hospitals to maintain records of travel history while screening suspected cases of Covid-19 c. Government and Private Hospitals to ensure that persons having travel history and having symptoms of Covid-19 must be isolated and tested in the hospitals as per the protocol d. Government and Private Hospitals to report to State Integrated Disease Surveillance Units about all such persons having travel history and symptoms of Covid-19. e. No person/institution/organisation will use any electronic/print/social media to disseminate information regarding Covid-19 without prior approval. f. Private Laboratories have not been allowed to collect samples of Covid-19 | Mandatory | Government and Private Hospitals; Private Laboratories; All Individuals/Institutions/Organisations | No end date specified |
| Delhi | Advisory For Private Sector Offices & General Public | 19-03-2020 | For prevention and control of COVID-19 outbreak, Government of Delhi directs all Private Sector Offices situated in NCT of Delhi to work from home and also advices general public to remain at home particularly senior citizens with health issues. | Mandatory | Private Sector | 30-03-2020 |
| Assam | The Assam Covid-19 Regulations, 2020 | 18-03-2020 | The Department of Health and Family Welfare, Guwahati has issued the Assam COVID-19 Regulations, 2020 under the Epidemic Diseases Act, 1897. (Note: All advisories issued/ to be issued by the Government of India on COVID-19 will be ipso-facto be treated as directions under the Assam COVID-19 Regulations) Key compliance obligations are as follows: Persons / institution / organization: 1. Do not use print or electronic media for disseminating any information regarding COVID-19 without ascertaining facts. 2. Obtain prior permission/ clearance from the Health and Family Welfare Department or District Magistrate before using print or electronic media for dissemination of information regarding COVID-19. (Note: This is necessary to avoid the spread of any unauthenticated information or rumours regarding COVID-19) Private Laboratory Do not take or test samples of COVID-19 unless authorised to do so. (Note: Authorized Laboratories to collect samples for COVID-19 as per the guidelines of the Government of India. Such samples to be sent to designated laboratories as authorised by Government of India). Persons with History of Travel in last 14 days to a country or area from where COVID-19 has been reported: Voluntarily report to State Control Room or to the State Surveillance Officer, IDSP#6913347770/1/2/3 or Toll Free number 104 or to such numbers as may be assigned. [Note: Necessary measures to be initiated by Health &Family Welfare Department, and the District Magistrate (as the case maybe)]. Registered Private Medical Practitioners, including AYUSH practitioners: Notify such person(s) to the concerned District Surveillance Unit along with duly filled up self-declaration forms, who, within their knowledge have travel history to COVID-19 affected countries as per the extant guidelines and are having complaints of fever or cough or respiratory difficulty or even without any signs and symptoms of the Epidemic disease; Hospitals: 1. Maintain seperate corners to screen persons suspected of COVID-19 (Corona Virus Disease 2019). 2. Do not refuse screeing or treatment of suspected or confirmed cases for COVID-19. 3. While screening such cases, record the history of travel to ascertain if he/ she has travelled to any country or area where COVID-19 has been reported. Additionally, record the history of him/ her coming in contact with a suspected or confirmed case of COVID-19 and immediately provide such information to the State Integrated Disease Surveillance Unit and District Magistrate; 4. In case the person with such history of travel is asymptomatic, ensure that such person is in home quarantine for 14 days from the date of exposure. (Note: Such person must abide by the Home Quarantine Guidelines issued by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India meticulously). 5. Ensure that persons who are symptomatic and have a history of travel are isolated in a hospital as per protocol and tested for COVID-19 as per protocol; Penalty: Any person / institution / organization found violating any provisions of the Regulations shall be deemed to have committed an offence punishable under Section 188* of the Indian Penal Code. * 188. Disobedience to order duly promulgated by public servant.Whoever, knowing that, by an order promulgated by a public servant lawfully empowered to promulgate such order, he is directed to abstain from a certain act, or to take certain order with certain property in his possession or under his management, disobeys such direction, shall, if such disobedience causes or tends to cause obstruction, annoyance or injury, or risk of obstruction, annoyance or injury, to any person lawfully employed, be punished with simple imprisonment for a term which may extend to one month or with fine which may extend to two hundred rupees, or with both; and if such disobedience causes or trends to cause danger to human life, health or safety, or causes or tends to cause a riot or affray, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to six months, or with fine which may extend to one thousand rupees, or with both. | Mandatory | All | 18-03-2021 |
| Central | Preventive Measures Including Social Distancing | 18-03-2020 | DGCA has issued advisory for all DGCA staff and officials as follows: increase awareness about spread of virus ensure proper cleaning and sanitising of workplace ensure regular supply of hand sanitiser, soap and water use video conferencing as much as possible non-essential travel to be restricted people showing symptoms of COVID to be denied entry and reported to health authorities DOPT guidelines to be followed | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Bureau Of Immigration Further Extends Restriction On Travel And Visa, Issues Mandatory Obligations For International Passengers And International Airlines Companies | 18-03-2020 | The Bureau of Immigration, India has extended the restrictions/prohibitions on travel and visa vide the advisory published on 18-03-2020. The BoI published an advisory in the government website stating the following. 1. All incoming passenger traffic, on all 107 Immigration Check Posts which includes all Airport ICPs, all Seaport ICPs all Land Port ICPs, all Rail Port ICPs and all River Port ICPs, is prohibited, in the view of the spread of COVID-19. Vehicles/Trains carrying goods for the trade or essential goods and supplies are exempted from this prohibition along with their crew, driver, helper, cleaner etc. subject to their thorough screening by the medical staff for COVID-19. 2. All passengers coming from European Union (Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain and Sweden), European Free Trade Association (Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland), Turkey and United Kingdom have been prohibited from entering India from any of the Land/Air/Seaport ICPs. This restriction shall come into effect from 1200 hrs GMT on March 18, 2020 at the port of first departure and shall remain till March 31, 2020 and is a temporary measure. 3. All existing visas issued to nationals of any country except those issued to Diplomats, Official passport holders, those in UN / International organizations, those on Employment, Project visas and those who are operating aircrew of scheduled commercial airlines, and who had not yet entered India, stand suspended w.e.f. 1200 GMT on March 13, 2020 till April 15, 2020. 4. Visas of all foreign nationals already in India remain valid. They may contact the nearest FRRO/FRO through e-FRRO module for extension/ conversion etc. of their visa or grant of any consular service. Visa services granted on account of COVID-19 are GRATIS. 5. The validity of OCI card of foreigners presently in India shall remain. 6. Visa free travel facility granted to OCI card holders who are not in India presently, has been kept in abeyance till April 15, 2020. This has come into effect from 1200 GMT on March 13, 2020 at the port of departure of any foreigner for onward journey to India. 7. Any foreign national (including OCI cardholder) who intends to travel to India for compelling reasons may contact the nearest Indian Mission for fresh visa. International traffic through land borders will be restricted to designated Immigration Checkposts that have been notified by MHA vide O.M. No.25022/12/2017-Imm dated March 14, 2020. The BoI had also mentioned mandatory obligations for international passengers travelling to/from India. These obligations are listed below: i. Travel of passengers from Afghanistan, Philippines, Malaysia to India is prohibited with immediate effect. No Flight shall take-off from these countries to India after 1500 hours Indian Standard Time (IST). The Airlines shall enforce this at the port of initial departure. This instruction is a temporary measure and shall be enforced till 31st March 2020 and will be reviewed subsequently. ii. Passengers travelling from / having visited Italy or Republic of Korea and desirous of entering India will need certificate of having tested negative from COVID-19 from the designated laboratories authorized by Health Authority of these countries. This is enforcement since 0000 hrs. of March 10, 2020 and is a temporary measure till cases of COVID-19 subside. iii. All incoming travellers, including Indian nationals, arriving from or having visited China, Italy, Iran, Republic of Korea, France, Spain and Germany after Feb. 15, 2020 shall be quarantined for a minimum period of 14 days. This will come into effect from 1200 GMT on March 13, 2020 at the port of departure. iv. All passengers coming from UAE, Qatar, Oman and Kuwait will be placed under compulsory quarantine for a minimum period of 14 days which shall come into effect from 1200 hrs GMT on March 18, 2020 at the port of first departure. v. Incoming travellers including Indian nationals are advised to avoid non-essential travel and are informed that they can be quarantined for a minimum period of 14 days on their arrival in India. vi. Indian nationals are further strongly advised to refrain from travel to China, Italy, Iran, Republic of Korea, Japan, France, Spain & Germany. vii. All incoming international passengers returning to India should self-monitor their health and follow required dos and donts as detailed by the Government. viii. International traffic through land borders will be restricted to designated check posts with robust screening facilities. These have been notified separately by Ministry of Home Affairs. ix. All international passengers entering into India are required to furnish duly filled self-declaration form in duplicate (including personal particulars i.e. phone no. and address in India) (as annexed) to Health Officials and Immigration officials and undergo Universal Health Screening at the designated health counters at all Points of Entry. x. For any queries related to health, people may contact Ministry of Health & Family Welfare 24*7 helpline number (+91-11-23978046) or email at (ncov2019@gmail.com). The BoI had issued Mandatory obligations to be followed by all scheduled Indian and Foreign Airlines engaged in International air transportation to/from India. These obligations are mentioned below. i)No scheduled international commercial passenger aircraft shall take from any foreign airport for any airport in India, after 0001 hrs GMT of March 22, 2020 (0530 hrs Indian Standard Time (IST) of March 22, 2020). These instructions shall remain in force till 0001 hrs GMT of March 29, 2020 ii)A maximum travel time of 20 hours is permissible for such commercial aircraft to land in India iii)As such, no incoming scheduled international commercial passenger aircraft shall be allowed to disembark its passengers on Indian soil (Foreigner or Indian) after 2001 hrs GMT of March 22, 2020 (0131 hrs IST of March 23, 2020). iv)All passengers who have visited COVID-19 affected countries duly identified by Government of India in earlier travel advisories, who have visited these countries on or after February 15, 2020; and which are mentioned hereunder again:- China, Iran and EU, EU FTA, Turkey, UK (from where passengers have been prohibited from entering India from Afghanistan, Philippines and Malaysia (in force from March 17), shall remain in force and no scheduled international commercial airline shall carry or disembark such passengers on Indian soil. v)These instructions are in addition to the travel restrictions/advisories already issued and under implementation. The above are temporary measures to restrict the spread of COVID-19 and are subject to review by Government. | Mandatory | All | 15-04-2020 |
| Haryana | Suspension Of Operations Of All Cinema Halls, Theatres, Multiplexes, Night Clubs, Gymnasiums, Swimming Pools, Spas, Lounges, Offices And Factories Etc. In Gurugram | 18-03-2020 | The following operations stands suspended till 31.03.2020: i. Operations of all cinema halls, theatres, multiplexes, night clubs, gymnasiums, swimming pools, spas and lounges; ii. all weekly bazaars and shopping malls, (except pharmacies, medical establishments, grocery stores and supermarkets); iii.Any gathering such as social/cultural/political/religious/academic/sports/ seminars/conferences and family gatherings is restricted to a maximum of 50 persons; iv. All restaurants having in-dining facility are restricted to the capacity of 50 seats; The order also directs the owners of saloons, beauty parlours and grooming centres to decontaminate their premises frequently besides ensuring the availability of hand sanitisers at all entry points. Private cab operators have also been issued similar guidelines. | Mandatory | Gym; Hospitalty; Cinema; Shopping Malls; Salons; Cab aggregators; Commercial Establishments; Factories; | 31-03-2020 |
| Delhi | Directives Regarding Hygiene In Workplaces To Contain The Spread Of Covid 19 | 18-03-2020 | The Labour Commissioner of Delhi issued directives to be undertaken by all industries and workplaces to reduce the risk of spread of COVID 19. All staff members are required to clean hands with soap and water or alcohol based hand rub. Nose and mouth must be covered when coughing and sneezing with tissue or flexed elbow. Close contact must be avoided with persons have flu like symptoms. Symptomatic patients must be kept in isolation for atleast 14 days from the day of exposure. Biometric attendance must be stopped immediately, only manual attendance is to be marked. Restriction has been imposed on printing and circulation of information regarding COVID 19 without prior consent of competent authorities. Premises must be cleaned and sanitised on a daily basis using Dettol/lizol etc as disinfectants and sodium hypochlorite to clean door knobs, light switches, counter tops and other frequently touched surfaces. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Manipur | Suspension Of Inner Line Permit (Ilp) In The State | 18-03-2020 | The Government of Manipur has notified the suspension of issue of Inner Line Permit by the State Government Offices outside the State. Permits will be issued only in special instances and all persons have thus been requested to postpone their visit to Manipur till the threat of spread of pandemic COVID-19 recedes to a reasonable level. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Uttarakhand | Guidelines For Notifying Covid-19 Affected Persons By Private Institutions | 18-03-2020 | The Government of Uttarakhand, has issued Guidelines for notifying COVID-19 affected persons by Private Institutions. Basis the guidelines: 1. It is mandatory for all hospitals (Government and Private), Medical officers in Government health institutions and registered Private Medical Practitioners including AYUSH Practitioners, to notify such person(s) with COVID-19 affected person (as defined in the document) to concerned district surveillance unit. 2. All practitioners shall also get the self-declaration forms who, within their knowledge, are having travel history of COVID-19 affected countries as per the extant guidelines and are falling under the case definition of COVID19 (Suspect/Case). 3. In case the person has any such history in the last 14 days and is symptomatic as per case definition of COVID-19, the person must be isolated in the hospital and will be tested for COVID19 as per protocol. 4. Information of all such cases should be given to the State helpline number (list enclosed) and also to national helpline 1075. Email may also be sent at ncov2019@gov.in | Mandatory | Hospitals | No end date specified |
| Arunachal Pradesh | The Govt Of Arunachal Pradesh Notifies The Arunachal Pradesh Epidemic Disease (Prevention Of Covid-19) Regulations, 2020 | 18-03-2020 | Government of Arunachal Pradesh vide notification dated 18th March 2020 have notified the notifies The Arunachal Pradesh Epidemic Disease (prevention of COVID-19) Regulations, 2020. Key points: a. Government and Private Hospitals to have Flu Corners to screen suspected cases of Covid-19 b. Government and Private Hospitals to maintain records of travel history while screening suspected cases of Covid-19 c. Government and Private Hospitals to ensure that persons having travel history and having symptoms of Covid-19 must be isolated and tested in the hospitals as per the protocol d. Government and Private Hospitals to report to State Integrated Disease Surveillance Units about all such persons having travel history and symptoms of Covid-19. e. No person/institution/organisation will use any electronic/print/social media to disseminate information regarding Covid-19 without prior approval. f. Private Laboratories have not been allowed to collect samples of Covid-19 | Mandatory | Government and Private Hospitals; Private Laboratories | All Individuals/Institutions/Organisations | No end date specified |
| Bihar | The Bihar Epidemic Diseases, Covid-19 Regulation, 2020 | 17-03-2020 | Health department of Bihar issued the Bihar Epidemic Disease, COVID-19 Regulations, 2020 under the Epidemic Diseases Act, 1897. (Note: All advisories issued/ to be issued by the Government of India on COVID-19 will be ipso-facto be treated as directions under the Bihar COVID-19 Regulations) Key Compliance Obligations: Persons / institution / organization: Do not use any print or electronic media for information regarding COVID-19 with a mala fide intent to spread panic in the society. (Note: This is to avoid spread of any rumour or unauthenticated information regarding COVID-19) Private Laboratory: Not authorized to take or test samples for COVID-19 in Bihar. (Note: All such samples will be collected as per guidelines of the Government of India and sent to the designated laboratory by the Nodal Officer of the designated hospital notified by the Civil Surgeon of concerned district); Persons having history of travel after 29th February 2020 to a country or area from where COVID-19 has been reported: Report to nearest Government Hospital or call at toll free helpline number 104 so that necessary measures if required may be initiated by the Department of Health, Bihar. Persons with a history of travel to a country or area from where COVID-19 has been reported after 29th February 2020, but who do not have any symptoms of cough, fever, difficulty in breathing: Should quarantine themselves at home and take precautions to avoid contact with any person including family members for 14 days from the date of arrival from such area. Hospitals: 1.Set up Flu corners for screening suspected cases of COVID-19 (Corona Virus Disease 2019). 2. While screening such cases, record the history of travel to ascertain if he/ she has travelled to any country or area where COVID-19 has been reported. Additionally, record the history of coming in contact with a suspected or confirmed case of COVID-19. 3. In case the person with such history in last 14 days is asymptomatic, ensure that the person must be kept in home quarantine for 14 days from the day of exposure. 4. In case the person has any such history in last 14 days and is symptomatic as per case definition of COVID-19, isolate and test such person for COVID-19 as per hospital protocol. 5. Provide information of all cases to the Office of Civil Surgeon of the district immediately. Penalty: Any person / institution / organization found violating any provisions of these Regulations shall be deemed to have committed an offence punishable under Section 188* of the Indian Penal Code. * 188. Disobedience to order duly promulgated by public servant.Whoever, knowing that, by an order promulgated by a public servant lawfully empowered to promulgate such order, he is directed to abstain from a certain act, or to take certain order with certain property in his possession or under his management, disobeys such direction, shall, if such disobedience causes or tends to cause obstruction, annoyance or injury, or risk of obstruction, annoyance or injury, to any person lawfully employed, be punished with simple imprisonment for a term which may extend to one month or with fine which may extend to two hundred rupees, or with both; and if such disobedience causes or trends to cause danger to human life, health or safety, or causes or tends to cause a riot or affray, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to six months, or with fine which may extend to one thousand rupees, or with both. | Mandatory | All | 17-03-2021 |
| Central | Guidelines On Clinical Management Of Covid 19 | 17-03-2020 | The Union Health Ministry has issued this guideline with aims to provide clinicians with updated interim guidance on timely, effective, and safe supportive management of patients with COVID -19, particularly those with severe acute respiratory illness and critically ill. The guidelines also state that COVID-19 patients may have mild, moderate, or severe illness -- the latter includes severe pneumonia, acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), sepsis and septic shock. The guideline also talks about early identification of those with severe manifestations allows for immediate optimised supportive care treatments and safe, rapid admission (or referral) to intensive care unit according to national protocols. The guidelines advise the treating doctors to closely monitor patients with severe acute respiratory infection for signs of clinical deterioration, such as rapidly progressive respiratory failure and sepsis, and apply supportive care interventions immediately. Application of timely, effective, and safe supportive therapies is the cornerstone of therapy for patients who develop severe manifestations of Covid-19, it said. The guidelines also advises to understand the patient's co-morbid condition to tailor the management of critical illness and appreciate the prognosis. During intensive care management of severe acute respiratory infection, determine which chronic therapies should be continued and which therapies should be stopped temporarily. The guidelines also recommend that the patients and their families must be communicated with pro-actively and provided support and prognostic information. They also recommend to medical practitioners to understand the patient's "values and preferences" regarding life-sustaining interventions. | Advisory | For clinicians taking care of hospitalised adult and paediatric patients of COVID 19 | No end date specified |
| Haryana | Corona Virus Disease 2019 (Covid 19) - Guidelines To The Management Of Factory/Establishments In The State Of Haryana | 17-03-2020 | In view of the prevailing epidemic situation of Corona Virus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) across the world and in the country, the Labour Department of Haryana on 17-03-2020 has issued the following guidelines, which must be strictly followed by all Factories/Establishments in the state of Haryana: Towards the Employees: ¢ Frequent and thorough hand washing must be promoted by providing workers, customers, and worksite visitors with a place to wash their hands. If soap and running water are not immediately available, alcohol-based hand rubs, containing at least 60% alcohol, has to be provided. ¢ In case any workers are sick, they must be encouraged to stay home and to call State helpline no. 8558893911 or 108. Workers must be advised to never travel directly or avail public transport facility to the hospital if possible exposure of COVID-19 is suspected. ¢ Respiratory etiquette, including covering coughs and sneezes, must be encouraged. ¢ Employers must try to establish policies and practices, such as flexible worksites (e.g., telecommuting) and flexible work hours (e.g., staggered shifts), to increase the physical distance among employees and between employees. ¢ Workers should be discouraged from using other workers phones, desks, offices, or other work tools and equipment, when possible. ¢ Grouping of workers or staff at work site or for meeting must be avoided as far as possible. ¢ Measures must be taken for prompt identification and isolation of potentially infectious individuals as a step in protecting workers, customers, visitors, and others at a worksite. ¢ Employers should inform and encourage employees to self-monitor for signs and symptoms of COVID-19 if they suspect possible exposure. ¢ Employers should develop policies and procedures for employees to report when they are sick or experiencing symptoms of COVID-19. ¢ Where appropriate, employers should develop policies and procedures for immediately isolating people who have signs and/or symptoms of COVID-19, and train workers to implement them. ¢ Potentially infectious people must be moved to a location away from workers, customers, and other visitors. In case specific isolation rooms are not available at the worksite, designated areas with closable doors can serve as isolation rooms until potentially sick people can be removed from the worksite. ¢ If any foreign delegation recently visited the premises or the employees have visited some foreign locations or such visits are planned in the future, the employer must inform the same to the District Administration/nearest Government Hospital immediately. ¢ Steps must be taken to limit spread of the respiratory secretions of a person who may have COVID-19. Employers will be required to provide a face masks to such persons and ask the person to wear it. Note: A face mask (also called a surgical mask, procedure mask, or other similar terms) on a patient or other sick person should not be confused with PPE for a worker; such mask acts to contain potentially infectious respiratory secretions at the source (i.e., the persons nose and mouth). ¢ Employers must not insist for a Medical Certificate for employees who are sick with acute respiratory illness to validate their illness as medical facilities may be extremely busy and not able to provide such documentation in a timely way. ¢ Employers must maintain flexible policies that permit employees to stay home to care for a sick family member. Employers must understand that more employees may need to stay at home to care for sick children or other sick family members than usual. ¢ Employers must minimizing contact among workers, clients, and customers by replacing face to face meetings with virtual communications and implementing telework if feasible. ¢ Employers must establish alternating days or extra shifts that reduce the total number of employees in a facility at a given time, allowing them to maintain distance from another while maintaining a full onsite work week. ¢ If possible, all the workers/ visitors must be screened by Infrared (IR) thermometer before entering the premises. ¢ Employers must avoid biometric attendance of the employees. Regarding the Establishment/Factory: ¢ Regular housekeeping practices, including routine cleaning and disinfecting of surfaces, equipment and other elements of the work environment must be maintained. ¢ When choosing cleaning chemicals, employers should consult information on labels with claims against emerging viral pathogens. The manufacturers instructions have to be followed for use of all cleaning and disinfection products (e.g., concentration, application method and contact time, PPE). Handrails may be disinfected on a regular basis. ¢ Proper hygiene of Canteens/ dining rooms have to be maintained. Food placed at buffet counters in canteens must be well protected from potential contamination. ¢ Creches must be specifically monitored and disinfected thoroughly in case of any doubt of contaminations. ¢ Factories having installed public address system can utilize the same for educating workers on the measures for preventing possible exposure of COVID-19. ¢ All factories/establishment managements must ensure strict compliance of directions of Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, Government of Haryana and Haryana State Health Services issued in this regard from time to time. Penalty: 1. For first offence: Fine - Upto Rs. Upto 1,00,000/-, Or; Imprisonment - Upto 2 years; Or; Both For continuing offence: Fine - Upto Rs. 1000/- for each day of contravention. 2. For subsequent conviction: Imprisonment- upto 3 years; Or Fine- From Rs. 10,000/- to Rs. 2,00,000/-; Or Both | Mandatory | Manufacturing/All MNCs, IT Firms, Industries, BPOs, Corporate Offices | No end date specified |
| Haryana | District Magistrate Of Gurugram Orders All Mncs, It Firms, Industries, Bpos, Corporate Offices To Allow Their Employees To Work From Home For Prevention And Containment Of Corona Virus Disease (Covid 19) | 17-03-2020 | Vide Memo no 1082 dated 17/03/2020, the District Magistrate of Gurugram have advised all MNC, IT firms, industries, BPOs, Corporate Offices situated in District Gurugram to allow their officer/employees to work from their home till 31st March, 2020 with immediate effect to prevent and control the spread of COVID 19 in large public interest. | Advisory | All | 31-03-2020 |
| Mizoram | The Mizoram Epidemic Diseases Covid-19 Regulations, 2020 | 17-03-2020 | Mizoram has joined the other States and notified Mizoram Epidemic Diseases (COVID-19) Regulations, 2020 under the Epidemic Diseases Act, 1897. Key compliance obligations are as follows: Persons / institution / organization: Do not disseminate unauthenticated and inaccurate information in any manner with regard to information relating to Mizoram on COVID-19. (Note: Information on COVID-19 that is/ are officially published by the Government Mizoram, Health & Family Welfare Department through its Principal Director and State Nodal Officer, Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme shall be treated as authentic and accurate). Private Laboratory: Do not test samples for COVID-19. (Note: Sample collection centers may be designated by the Central or State Government from time to time); Persons with history of travel in the last 28 days to a country or area from where COVID-19 has been reported: Report on arrival, to the COVID-19 Screening Point designated by the State Government for screening. Persons with a history of travel in the last 28 days to a country or area from where COVID-19 has been reported but do not exhibit symptoms of cough, fever, difficulty in breathing: 1. Isolate yourself in home quarantine for 14 days from the date of arrival and take precautions to avoid direct or indirect contact with any person including family members for 14 days from the date of arrival from such area; 2. Adhere to the Home Quarantine Guidelines issued by the Central Government / State Government from time to time; 3. Upon developing symptoms while under Home Quarantine, immediately report yourself to the State Helpline No.102, 0389 - 2318336 and 0389-2323336 so that necessary measures could be initiated by the State Government; [Refusal to be in home quarantine or failure to observe the Home Quarantine Guidelines, will lead to being quarantined by force (if required), by the authorized person(s) in Home Quarantine or in Designated Quarantine Facility set up by the State Government]. Persons with a history of travel in the last 28 days to a country or area from where COVID-19 has been reported and has symptoms of cough, fever, difficulty in breathing: Shall be kept under isolation in Isolation Facility in hospital or any such other places designated by the State Government from time to time as an isolation facility for isolation of cases as per protocol till the report of designated laboratory tests are received as negative and as per treatment protocol issued by the Central Government / State Government from time to time or such period as may be required. All travellers from any other country, state or area: Report yourself to the COVID-19 Screening Point designated by the State Government for screening on your arrival. Persons with no history of travel but having symptoms of COVID-19: Report yourself to the State Helpline No.102, 0389 - 2318336 and 0389-2323336 immediately so that necessary measures could be initiated by the State Government, if required. Hospitals: 1.Set up separate COVID-19 corner for screening of suspected cases of COVID-19 (Corona Virus Disease 2019). 2. While screening such cases, record the history of travel to ascertain if he/ she has travelled to any country or area where COVID-19 has been reported in the last 28 days. Additionally, record the history of coming in contact with a suspected or confirmed case of COVID-19. 3. In case the person has a history of travel to any country, state or area where COVID-19 has been reported or has come in contact with a suspected or confirmed cases of COVID -19 and is asymptomatic, advise him/ her to be in home quarantine for 14 days. 4. In case the person has a history of travel to any country, state or area where COVID-19 has been reported or has come in contact with a suspected or confirmed cases of COVID -19 and is symptomatic as per case definition of COVID-19; isolate the person as per the guidelines of the Central Government / State Government issued from time to time, till the report of designated laboratory tests are received as negative and as per treatment protocol issued by the Central Government/ State Government from time to time or such period as may be required. 5. In case samples are required to be collected, collect and send to the Designated Laboratories as per the guidelines of the Central Government / State Government issued from time to time. 6. Immediately notify all suspected and confirmed cases of COVID-19 to the State Nodal Officer / District Surveillance Officer, Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme. Penalty: Any person / institution / organization found violating any provisions of these Regulations shall be deemed to have committed an offence punishable under Section 188* of the Indian Penal Code. * 188. Disobedience to order duly promulgated by public servant.Whoever, knowing that, by an order promulgated by a public servant lawfully empowered to promulgate such order, he is directed to abstain from a certain act, or to take certain order with certain property in his possession or under his management, disobeys such direction, shall, if such disobedience causes or tends to cause obstruction, annoyance or injury, or risk of obstruction, annoyance or injury, to any person lawfully employed, be punished with simple imprisonment for a term which may extend to one month or with fine which may extend to two hundred rupees, or with both; and if such disobedience causes or trends to cause danger to human life, health or safety, or causes or tends to cause a riot or affray, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to six months, or with fine which may extend to one thousand rupees, or with both. | Mandatory | All | 17-03-2021 |
| Telangana | Steps To Reduce Workers Risk To Covid-19 | 17-03-2020 | The Director of Factories Telangana issued guidelines to be followed by the management of Factories in Telangana in view of the prevailing situation of Corona Virus Disease 2019. Some of the measures to reduce the workers risk of exposure to COVID-19 are as follows: Promote frequent and thorough handwashing by providing a place to wash hands. If soap is not immediately available, then alcohol-based hand rubs containing at least 60% alcohol to be provided. Encourage the workers to stay at home when sick and call Medical helpline numbers. Do not allow worker (suspected of possible exposure to COVID-19) to travel directly or avail public transport facility to the hospital; Encourage respiratory etiquette including coughs and sneezes; Avoid grouping of workers or staff at worksite; For further information, please subscribe to Komrisk | Mandatory | Manufacturing | No end date specified |
| Uttarakhand | The Government Of Uttarakhand Has Issued A Notification For Segregation, Pre-Treatment And Final Disposal Of Bio-Medical Waste Generated During Screening, Treatment, Management & Immunisation From Covid -19 Patients. | 17-03-2020 | The Government of Uttarakhand has issued a notification for segregation, pre-treatment and final disposal of bio-medical waste generated during screening, treatment, management & immunisation from COVID -19 patients. It mentions that segregation and pre-treatment of certain categories of bio-medical waste is the responsibility of the health care facilities. The collection., processing, treatment and disposal will be done by the Common Biomedical waste facility and disposal facility (CBMWTF). | Mandatory | Healthcare | No end date specified |
| Uttarakhand | Protocol For Hospitals With Suspected/Confirmed Cases Of Covid-19 | 17-03-2020 | The National Health Mission under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has laid down the protocols to be followed by Hospitals dealing with Suspected/Confirmed cases of COVID-19: 1. Principles of infection prevention and control strategies associated with health care with suspected COVID-19 IPC strategies to prevent or limit infection transmission in health-care settings. 2. Early recognition and source control. 3. Application of Standard Precautions for all patients. 4. Implementation of additional precautions for suspected COVI D-19 infections. 5. Duration of contact and droplet precautions for COVID-19 infection 6. Collection and handling of laboratory specimens from patients with suspected COVID-19 7. Sample collection, storage and transportation 8. Samples to be collected 9. Bio Medical Waste Management from suspected case of COVID-19 10. Laundry 11. Monitor health of staff providing care to cases 12. Hospital Disinfection (Environmental) 13. Liquid Spill Management. For a detailed reading of the protocols, please refer to the attached circular. | Advisory | Healthcare | No end date specified |
| Odisha | Guidelines To Be Followed At Worksites | 17-03-2020 | In view of the prevailing epidemic situation of Corona Virus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) across the world and in the State of Odisha, the Directorate of Factories and Boilers, Odisha on 17th March, 2020 has issued the following guidelines, which must be strictly followed by all Factories in the state of Odisha: Towards the Employees: Frequent and thorough hand washing must be promoted among workers by providing them with a place to wash their hands with soap or alcohol-based hand rubs. In case any workers are sick, they must be encouraged to stay home and to call the helpline no. 104. Respiratory etiquette, including covering coughs and sneezes, must be encouraged. Employers must try to establish flexible work hours to minimize contact among employees. Workers should be discouraged from using other workers phones, desks, offices, or other work tools and equipment, to the extent possible. Grouping of workers or staff at work site or for meeting must be avoided as far as possible. Employees must be advised to practice social distancing. Employers should inform and encourage employees to self-monitor for signs and symptoms of COVID-19. Employers should develop procedures for employees to report when they are sick or experiencing symptoms of COVID-19. Employers must take immediate steps for isolating people who have signs and/or symptoms of COVID-19. In case specific isolation rooms are not available at the worksite, designated areas with closable doors can serve as isolation rooms. Occupiers must avoid meetings with foreign delegates/technical experts from outside the State as far as possible. Regarding the Factory: Regular housekeeping practices, including routine cleaning and disinfecting of surfaces, equipment and other elements of the work environment must be maintained. Proper hygiene of Canteens/ dining rooms have to be maintained. Creches must be specifically monitored and disinfected thoroughly. Factories having installed public address/visual display systems can utilize the same for educating workers on the measures for preventing possible exposure of COVID-19. All factories managements must ensure strict compliance of directions of Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India and Department of Health & Family Welfare, Government of Odisha issued in this regard from time to time. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Mizoram | The Govt Of Mizoram Notifies The Mizoram Epidemic Disease (Prevention Of Covid-19) Regulations, 2020 | 17-03-2020 | Government of Mizoram vide notification dated 17th March 2020 have notified the notifies The Mizoram Epidemic Disease (prevention of COVID-19) Regulations, 2020. Key points: a. Government and Private Hospitals to have Flu Corners to screen suspected cases of Covid-19 b. Government and Private Hospitals to maintain records of travel history while screening suspected cases of Covid-19 c. Government and Private Hospitals to ensure that persons having travel history and having symptoms of Covid-19 must be isolated and tested in the hospitals as per the protocol d. Government and Private Hospitals to report to State Integrated Disease Surveillance Units about all such persons having travel history and symptoms of Covid-19. e. No person/institution/organisation will use any electronic/print/social media to disseminate information regarding Covid-19 without prior approval. f. Private Laboratories have not been allowed to collect samples of Covid-19 | Mandatory | Government and Private Hospitals; Private Laboratories; All Individuals/Institutions/Organisations | No end date specified |
| Uttar Pradesh | Free Treatment For All The Infected Persons; No Cut In Their Salary/ Wages Due To Such Leave Of Absence | 17-03-2020 | Government of Uttar Pradesh has taken some important decisions such as postponing all examinations till 2nd April, 2020 free screening and treatment of COVID-19 patients, measures regarding labourers and other measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19 | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Uttarakhand | Protocol For Hospitals With Suspected Confirmed Cases Of Covid-19 | 17-03-2020 | The National Health Mission has released protocols for hospitals with suspected / confirmed cases of COVID-19. Things such as precautions for all patients, implementation of additional precautions for suspected COVID-19 infections, collection and handling of laboratory specimens from patients with suspected COVID-19, sample collection, storage and transportation etc. are given under the protocols. | Mandatory | Healthcare | No end date specified |
| Arunachal Pradesh | Arunachal Pradesh Government Orders Closure Of Multiplexes, Night Clubs, Cinema Halls For Prevention And Containment Of Corona Virus Disease (Covid 19) | 16-03-2020 | Arunachal Pradesh Government has ordered the closure of all gymnasium, night clubs, Multiplexes and Theatres until April 5th, 2020 in view of the coronavirus pandemic. It has also suspended all weekly markets and all social, cultural, political, religious and academic gatherings as also sports events, seminars, conferences and family mass gatherings till April 5th, 2020. Order also states that all educational institutions shall remain closed till April 5th, 2020 except for conducting Board/Final Exams. The order, however, allowed shopping malls to remain open, but directed them to be disinfected daily. Although no penalty has been provided in the Order but strict instruction has been given to all Deputy Commissioners and Superintendent of Police of all districts of Arunachal Pradesh to ensure strict compliance. | Mandatory | All | 05-04-2020 |
| Central | Operational And Business Continuity Measures To Be Taken By Banks And Other Financial Institutions Such As: (I) Taking Stock Of Critical Processes, And (Ii) Encouraging Customers To Take Up Digital Banking Facilities. | 16-03-2020 | The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) by a recent Notification dated March 16, 2020 released COVID-19- Operational and Business Continuity Measures which are required to be taken by the respective banks/financial institutions as a part of their existing operational and business continuity plans. The Notification is directed to all Scheduled Commercial Banks (Excluding RRBs), all Local Area Banks, all Small Finance Banks and all Payment Banks/All UCBs/NBFCs. The notification states that for preventing and controlling the local transmission of disease, further steps, including the indicative list in the notification, are required to be taken by the respective banks/financial institutions as a part of their existing operational and business continuity plans. | Mandatory | 1. All Scheduled Commercial Banks (Excluding RRBs) 2. All Local Area Banks 3. All Small Finance Banks 4. All Payment Banks/All UCBs/NBFCs | No end date specified |
| Central | Employees State Insurance Corporation (Esic) Notice Dated 16Th March, 2020 Extending Due Date/S For Filing And Paying Esi Contributions For The Months Of February And March 2020. | 16-03-2020 | The Employees State Insurance Corporation (ESIC), in a Notice dated, 16th March, 2020 has extended the due date/s for filing and paying ESI contributions for the months of February and March 2020 only. In light of this relaxation, the ESIC contribution for the month of February, 2020 can now be filed and paid up to 15th April, 2020 instead of 15th March, 2020 and the contribution for the month of March, 2020 can be filed and paid up to 15th May, 2020 instead of 15th April, 2020. | Mandatory | All | 15-05-2020 |
| Central | Rbi Circular Directed At All Payment Banks/All Ucbs/Nbfcs On Covid-19- Operational And Business Continuity Measures | 16-03-2020 | In a Notification addressed to all banks and Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs), the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has issued information regarding operational and business continuity measures in light of the pandemic COVID-19. In addition to the several steps taken by the Government of India and other state machineries, the RBI has prescribed the following steps that must be taken by the respective banks / financial institutions as part of their existing operational and business continuity plans: 1. Devising strategy and monitoring mechanism concerning the spread of the disease within the organisation, making timely interventions for preventing further spread in case of detection of infected employees including travel plans and quarantine requirements as well as avoiding spread of panic among staff and members of the public. 2. Taking stock of critical processes and revisiting Business Continuity Plan (BCP) in the emerging situations/scenarios with the aim of continuity in critical interfaces and preventing any disruption of services, due to absenteeism which can be caused either due to individual cases of infections or preventive measures. 3. Taking steps of sharing important instructions/ strategy with the staff members at all levels, for soliciting better response and participation and sensitizing the staff members about preventive measures/steps to be taken in suspected cases, based on the instructions received from health authorities, from time-to-time 4. Encouraging customers to use digital banking facilities as far as possible. Further, as the situation requires to be monitored closely, a Quick Response Team may be constituted which will provide regular updates to the top management on significant developments and act as a single point of contact with regulators/outside institutions/agencies. | Mandatory | Bank/NBFC | No end date specified |
| Delhi | Delhi Government Orders Closure Of Gyms, Spas And Night Clubs Till March 31 For Prevention And Containment Of Corona Virus Disease (Covid 19) | 16-03-2020 | The Delhi government has ordered the closure of all gymnasium, spas, night clubs and theatres until March 31 in view of the coronavirus pandemic. It has also suspended all weekly markets and all social, cultural, political, religious and academic gatherings as also sports events, seminars, conferences and family mass gatherings till the end of the month. An order to the effect was issued today by the secretary (health and family welfare) of Delhi government. The order, however, allowed shopping malls to remain open, but directed them to be disinfected daily and make provisions for the availability of ample number of hand sanitizer dispensers at the main entrance and individual shops for visitors. The entry of visitors will only be allowed after they have cleaned their hands with hand sanitizer. | Mandatory | All | 31-03-2020 |
| Puducherry | The Government Of Puducherry Issues Epidemic Disease (Covid-19) Regulations, 2020 On 16Th March 2020 | 16-03-2020 | The Government of Puducherry, Health and Family Welfare Department has issued the Government of Puducherry Epidemic Diseases (COVID-19 Regulations) 2020 under the Epidemic Diseases Act, 1897. The said Regulation makes provisions as to the duties of surveillance (personnel appointed by the District Magistrate), medical officers in Government Medical Institutions and registered private medical practitioners to deal with situations where person is suspected or found infected with COVID-19. | Mandatory | Health Care | No end date specified |
| West Bengal | The West Bengal Epidemic Disease, Covid-19 Regulations, 2020 | 16-03-2020 | The Health & Family Welfare Department of West Bengal issued the West Bengal COVID-19 Regulations, 2020 on 16th March 2020. This Regulation was issued in exercise of powers conferred under the Epidemic Diseases Act, 1897. Key Compliance obligations are as follows: Private Laboratory: Do not take or test samples for COVID-19 unless you have been authorised to do so. (Note: Only laboratories authorized by the Government of India / State Government shall test samples for COVID-19 in the State of West Bengal. All such samples will be collected as per guidelines of Government of India / State Government. Such samples shall be sent to designated laboratories as authorized by the Health & Family Welfare Department, West Bengal). Person with a history of travel, in the last 14 days to a country or area where COVID-19 has been reported: Report to the nearest Government Hospital or call at 24x7 Call Centre number: 1800 313 444 222 / 033 2341 2600 or any other number notified by the State Government so that necessary action may be taken by the Health & Family Welfare Department; Persons having history of travel in last 14 days to a country or area from where COVID-19 has been reported but is asymptomatic: Isolate yourself at home (or as may be prescribed by the Government of India/State Government) and take precautions to avoid contact with any person, including family members for 14 days from the date of arrival from country or area. Hospitals: 1. Set up Influenza Like Illness (ILI) corners / Flu corners for screening suspected cases of COVID-19. 2. Notify details of person(s) who have a travel history of COVID-19 affected countries and are having symptoms of fever or cough or respiratory infection / difficulty or without signs of any such symptoms of COVID-19, to the concerned District Surveillance Unit along with duly filled up Self Reporting Form(s). 3. In case the person with such history in last 14 days is asymptomatic, ensure that the person must be kept in home quarantine for 14 days from the day of exposure. 4. In case the person has any such history in last 14 days and is symptomatic as per case definition of COVID-19, ensure that the person is isolated and tested for COVID-19 as per hospital protocol. 5. Information of all such cases should be given to Director of Health services in Kolkata and to Chief Medical Officer of Health of the irrespective district immediately. Penalty: Any person / institution / organization found violating any provisions of these Regulations shall be deemed to have committed an offence punishable under Section 188* of the Indian Penal Code. Section 188: Simple imprisonment: Upto one month or Fine: Up to Rs. 200/- or both; and If such disobedience causes or trends to cause danger to human life, health or safety, or causes or tends to cause a riot or affray: Imprisonment: Upto 6 months, or Fine: Upto Rs. 1000/-, or both. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Himachal Pradesh | Order For Protocol To Be Followed In Buses And Taxis, And In Banks, Offices And Commercial Establishments | 16-03-2020 | All the commonly touched surfaces like door handles, lift button panels and other articles in offices and commercial establishments shall be sprayed with freshly prepared 1% sodium hypochlorite solution in the morning and afternoon and wiped after 10 minutes with clean cloth. | Mandatory | Banks, Offices and Commercial Establishments | No end date specified |
| Himachal Pradesh | Ministry Of Industry And Civil Supplies Amends Himachal Pradesh Hoarding And Profiteering Prevention Order, 1977 | 16-03-2020 | Ministry of Industry and Civil supplies has amended the Himachal Pradesh Hoarding and Profiteering Prevention Order, 1977 to include masks (2ply & 3 ply surgical masks, N95 masks) and hand sanitizers as essential commodities under Schedule I and III respectively. | Mandatory | Pharmaceutical, Medical devices | 30-06-2020 |
| Tamil Nadu | The Tamil Nadu Covid-19 Regulations, 2020 | 15-03-2020 | The Department of Health and Family Welfare, Tamil Nadu has issued the Tamil Nadu COVID-19 Regulations, 2020 under the Epidemic Diseases Act, 1897. Key compliance obligations are as follows: Persons / institution / organization: 1. Do not use print or electronic media for disseminating any information regarding COVID-19. 2. Obtain prior permission from the Director of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Director of Medical and Rural Health Services, Director of Medical Education or Collector before using print or electronic media for dissemination of information regarding COVID-19. Private Laboratory Do not take or test samples of COVID-19. Persons having history of travel in for a period not less than 28 days to a country or area from where COVID-19 has been reported: Report to nearest Government Hospital or call at toll free helpline number 104 or report to the Control Room (00429510500, 00429510400, 9444340496, 8754448477) at the Directorate of Public Health and Preventive Medicine or the helpline number of the district concerned available at the website www.tnhealth.tn.gov.in Persons with a history of travel to a country or area from where COVID-19 has been reported for a period of not less than 28 days, but who do not have any symptoms of cough, fever, difficulty in breathing Isolate yourselves at home and take precautions to avoid contact with any person including family members for 14 days. Hospitals: 1. Maintain rooms or wards exclusively to examine and screen persons suspected of COVID-19 (Corona Virus Disease 2019). 2. While screening such cases, record the history of travel to ascertain if he/ she has travelled to any country or area where COVID-19 has been reported during the last 28 days. Additionally, record the history of him/ her coming in contact with a suspected or confirmed case of COVID-19. 3. In case the person with such history of travel is asymptomatic, advise the person to be in home quarantine for 14 days. 4. In case the person has with such history of travel is symptomatic as per case definition of COVID-19, isolate such person in the hospital as per guidelines of the Government of India issued from time to time in this behalf. 5. Collect samples for COVID-19 as per the Guidelines of the Government of India issued from time to time in this behalf and send such samples to the Designated laboratory through the District Nodal Officer. 6. Provide information of all suspected cases to the City Health Officer in the case of Chennai district and Deputy Director of Health Services in case of other districts immediately. Furthermore, the Department has through Notification dated 15th March 2020, issued certain guidelines related to control of COVID -19 on various campuses: a. Additional compliance obligations for Offices, Industrial premises, Shops: ¢ Do not let symptomatic persons access your premises; ¢ Floors and other surfaces to be disinfected with 1% hypochlorite / Lysol; ¢ Periodic disinfection of door handles / telephone etc., ¢ Ensure available soap/ hand wash in appropriate places; b. Hotels, Shopping Malls and Lodges: ¢ Floors should be wet mopped wit-h 1% Hypochlorite solution frequently, as many times as possible; ¢ Mirrors and Glasses, Hand railings, Lockers, Table, Cupboards, Wardrobes, Benches, Shelves and Cots to be disinfected with 5% Lysol daily; ¢ Landline Telephone and Light switches should be cleaned with 5% Lysol, paying special attention to the ear and mouthpiece and to dry it properly; ¢ Mattress cover and pillow cover should be covered with a reusable mattress cover. It should be changed for each individual. ¢ Soap/Hand sanitizers should be placed in appropriate places. Penalty: Any person / institution / organization found violating any provisions of the Regulations shall be deemed to have committed an offence punishable under Section 188* of the Indian Penal Code. * 188. Disobedience to order duly promulgated by public servant.Whoever, knowing that, by an order promulgated by a public servant lawfully empowered to promulgate such order, he is directed to abstain from a certain act, or to take certain order with certain property in his possession or under his management, disobeys such direction, shall, if such disobedience causes or tends to cause obstruction, annoyance or injury, or risk of obstruction, annoyance or injury, to any person lawfully employed, be punished with simple imprisonment for a term which may extend to one month or with fine which may extend to two hundred rupees, or with both; and if such disobedience causes or trends to cause danger to human life, health or safety, or causes or tends to cause a riot or affray, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to six months, or with fine which may extend to one thousand rupees, or with both. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Uttarakhand | The Uttarakhand Covid-19 Regulations, 2020 | 15-03-2020 | Uttarakhand has joined the other States and notified the Uttarakhand Epidemic Disease, COVID-19 Regulations, 2020 (Regulation) under the Epidemic Diseases Act, 1897 Key Compliance Obligations are as follows: Persons / institution / organization If you intend to use any print or electronic media for information regarding COVID-19, enusre to obtain prior permission of the Department of Medical, Health and Family welfare, Uttarakhand. (Note: Information, templates electronic and print advertisements Private Laboratory: Do not take samples for testing of COVID-19 unless you have been authorised to do so. (Note: All samples to be collected as per the guidelines specified by the Government of India, and sent to the designated laboratory by the Nodal Officer of designated hospitals of the Department of Medical Health and Family Welfare, Uttarakhand under intimation to the CMO of the convcerned District). Persons having history of travel in last 14 days to a country or area from where COVID-19 has been reported and develop symptoms: Get in touch with the State/District control rooms so that necessary measures (if required) can be initiated by the Department of Medical, Health and Family welfare, Uttarakhand. All persons with a history of travel to a country or area from where COVID-19 has been reported in last 14 days, but who do not have any symptoms of cough, fever, difficulty in breathing: Isolate yourself at home and take precautions to avoid contact with any person including family members for 14 days from the date of arrival from such area. Medical Officers in Government Health institutions and registered Private Medical Practitioners, including AYUSH practitioners: Notify details of persons to the concerned District Surveillance Unit/CMO, along with duly filled up self-declaration forms, who, within their knowledge, have a history of travel to COVID-19 affected countries with complaints of fever or cough or respiratory difficulty or even without any signs and symptoms of the COVID-19. Hospitals: 1.Set up separate Flu corners for screening suspected cases of COVID-19 (Corona Virus Disease 2019); 2. While screening such cases, record the history of travel to ascertain if such person has travelled to any country or area where COVID-19 has been reported. Additionally, record the history of coming in contact with a suspected or confirmed case of COVID-19. 3. In case the person with such history in last 14 days is asymptomatic, ensure that the person must be kept in stay at home for 14 days from the day of exposure. 4. In case the person has any such history in last 14 days and is symptomatic as per case definition of COVID-19, isolate and test such person for COVID-19 as per protocol. 5. Provide information of all cases to the office of CMO of the respective District immediately. Penalty: Any person / institution / organization found violating any provisions of the Regulations shall be deemed to have committed an offence punishable under Section 188* of the Indian Penal Code. * 188. Disobedience to order duly promulgated by public servant.Whoever, knowing that, by an order promulgated by a public servant lawfully empowered to promulgate such order, he is directed to abstain from a certain act, or to take certain order with certain property in his possession or under his management, disobeys such direction, shall, if such disobedience causes or tends to cause obstruction, annoyance or injury, or risk of obstruction, annoyance or injury, to any person lawfully employed, be punished with simple imprisonment for a term which may extend to one month or with fine which may extend to two hundred rupees, or with both; and if such disobedience causes or trends to cause danger to human life, health or safety, or causes or tends to cause a riot or affray, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to six months, or with fine which may extend to one thousand rupees, or with both. | Mandatory | All | 15-03-2021 |
| Andhra Pradesh | Andhra Pradesh Epidemic Disease Covid-19 Regulations 2020 | 14-03-2020 | Andhra Pradesh Health department has notified Andhra Pradesh Epidemic Disease, COVID-19 Regulations, 2020 under the Epidemic Diseases Act, 1897 Key Compliance obligations are as follows: Persons/ institution/ organisation: Obtain prior permission from Andhra Pradesh Health Department before using any print or electronic media for sharing information on COVID-19; Private Laboratory: Do not take or test samples for COVID-19 in the State of Andhra Pradesh; Persons with history of travel in last 14 days to a country or area from where COVID-19 has been reported: Report to the 24x7 call centre (0866-2410978) or call at toll free helpline number 104, so that necessary measures (if required) may be initiated by the Health department of Andhra Pradesh. Persons with a history of travel to a country or area from where COVID-19 has been reported in last 14 days, but who do not have any symptoms of cough, fever, difficulty in breathing: Isolate/ quarantine yourselves at home and take precautions to avoid contact with any person including family members for 14 days from the date of arrival from such area. Hospitals: 1.Set up dedicated COVID-19 corners and isolation beds for screening and management of suspected cases of COVID-19 (Corona Virus Disease 2019). 2. While screening such cases, record the history of travel to ascertain if he/ she has travelled to any country or area where COVID-19 has been reported. Additionally, record the history of coming in contact with a suspected or confirmed case of COVID-19. 3. In case the person with such history in last 14 days is asymptomatic, ensure that the person is kept in home quarantine for 14 days from the day of exposure. 4. In case the person has any such history in last 14 days and is symptomatic as per case definition of COVID-19, isolate and test such person for COVID-19 as per hospital protocol. 5. Provide information of all cases to the Office of District Medical and Health Officer of the District immediately. Duty of Private Hospitals: All the Private Hospitals shall treat the eligible beneficiaries of suspected and confirmed (positive) COVID-19 cases under Dr. YSR Aarogyasri Scheme as per circular issued by the CEO, Dr. YSR Aarogyasri. Penalty: Any person / institution / organization found violating any provisions of these Regulations shall be deemed to have committed an offence punishable under Section 188* of the Indian Penal Code. * 188. Disobedience to order duly promulgated by public servant.Whoever, knowing that, by an order promulgated by a public servant lawfully empowered to promulgate such order, he is directed to abstain from a certain act, or to take certain order with certain property in his possession or under his management, disobeys such direction, shall, if such disobedience causes or tends to cause obstruction, annoyance or injury, or risk of obstruction, annoyance or injury, to any person lawfully employed, be punished with simple imprisonment for a term which may extend to one month or with fine which may extend to two hundred rupees, or with both; and if such disobedience causes or trends to cause danger to human life, health or safety, or causes or tends to cause a riot or affray, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to six months, or with fine which may extend to one thousand rupees, or with both. | Mandatory | All | 26-03-2021 |
| Chandigarh | Chandigarh Epidemic Disease, Covid-19, Regulations, 2020 | 14-03-2020 | The Department of Health and Family Welfare for Chandigarh has notified the Chandigarh Epidemic Disease, COVID-19 Regulations, 2020 (Regulations) under the Epidemic Diseases Act, 1897. These Regulations extend to the whole of the Union Territory of Chandigarh. Key Compliance obligations: Persons/ Institution/ Organisation: Obtain prior permission from the Department of Health and Family Welfare, Chandigarh Administration before using any print or electronic media for sharing information on COVID-19. (The above-mentioned requirement is with the purpose of avoiding the spread of any rumour or unauthenticated information regarding COVID-19) Private Laboratory: Do not take or test samples for COVID-19 in the Union Territory of Chandigarh. (All such samples will be collected as per guidelines of the Government of India and sent to the designated laboratories by the Nodal Officer of the designated hospital of Department of Health and Family Welfare, Chandigarh Administration). Persons with history of travel to a country or area from where COVID-19 has been reported in last 14 days: Report to the nearest Government Hospital or call at helpline number 9779558282 to ensure that necessary measures (if required) may be initiated by the Department of Health and Family Welfare, Chandigarh Administration. Persons with a history of travel to a country or area from where COVID-19 has been reported in last 14 days, but do not have any symptoms of cough, fever, difficulty in breathing: Isolate/ quarantine yourselves at home and cover your mouth and nose with a mask. Take precautions to avoid contact with any person including family members for 14 days from the date of arrival from such area. Hospitals: 1. Set up Flu corners for screening suspected cases of COVID-19 (Corona Virus Disease 2019). 2. While screening such cases, record the history of travel to ascertain if he/ she has travelled to any country or area where COVID-19 has been reported. Additionally, record the history of him/ her coming in contact with a suspected or confirmed case of COVID-19. 3. In case the person with such history of travel in last 14 days is asymptomatic, ensure that the person is kept in home quarantine for 14 days from the day of exposure. 4. In case the person has any such history of travel in last 14 days and is symptomatic as per case definition of COVID-19, ensure that such person is isolated and tested for COVID-19 as per protocol. 5. Provide information of all cases to the office of Director Health and Family Welfare, Chandigarh Administration immediately. Penalty: Any person / institution / organization found violating any provisions of these Regulations shall be deemed to have committed an offence punishable under Section 188* of the Indian Penal Code. * 188. Disobedience to order duly promulgated by public servant.Whoever, knowing that, by an order promulgated by a public servant lawfully empowered to promulgate such order, he is directed to abstain from a certain act, or to take certain order with certain property in his possession or under his management, disobeys such direction, shall, if such disobedience causes or tends to cause obstruction, annoyance or injury, or risk of obstruction, annoyance or injury, to any person lawfully employed, be punished with simple imprisonment for a term which may extend to one month or with fine which may extend to two hundred rupees, or with both; and if such disobedience causes or trends to cause danger to human life, health or safety, or causes or tends to cause a riot or affray, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to six months, or with fine which may extend to one thousand rupees, or with both. | Mandatory | All | 14-03-2021 |
| Gujarat | The Gujarat Epidemic Disease, Covid-19 Regulations, 2020 | 14-03-2020 | The Health and Family Welfare Department of Gujarat, issued the Gujarat Epidemic Diseases, COVID- 1 9 Regulations, 2020 under the Epidemic Diseases Act, 1897. Key Compliance requirements: Persons / institution / organization: Do not use any print or electronic media for information regarding COVID-19 without prior permission of the Department of Health and Family Welfare Government of Gujarat. Private Laboratory: As a Private Laboratory, you are not authorized to take or test samples for COVID-19 in the state of Gujarat. Persons having history of travel in last 14 days to a country or area from where COVID-19 has been reported and develops symptoms: Report to nearest Government hospital or call at toll -free helpline number 104 so that necessary measures if required may be initiated by the Department. Persons with a history of travel to a country or area from where COVID-19 has been reported in last 14 days, but who do not have any symptoms of cough, fever, difficulty in breathing: Isolate yourself at home and take precautions to avoid contact with any person including family members for 14 days from the date of arrival from such area. Hospitals: 1. Set up Flu corners for screening suspected cases of COVID-19 (Corona Virus Disease 2019). 2. While screening such cases, history of travel shall be recorded to ascertain if he/ she has travelled to any country or area where COVID-19 has been reported. Additionally, the history of coming in contact with a suspected or confirmed case of COVID-19 shall be recorded. 3. In case the person with such history in last 14 days is asymptomatic, ensure that the person must be kept in home quarantine for 14 days from the day of exposure. 4. In case the person has any such history in last 14 days and is symptomatic as per case definition of COVID-19, ensure that the person is isolated and tested for COVID-19 as per hospital protocol. 5. Provide information of all cases to office of Chief District Medical Officer (CDMO) of the respective District immediately. Penalty: Any person / institution / organization found violating any provisions of these Regulations shall be deemed to have committed an offence punishable under Section 188* of the Indian Penal Code. Section 188: Simple imprisonment: Upto one month or Fine: Up to Rs. 200/- or both; and If such disobedience causes or trends to cause danger to human life, health or safety, or causes or tends to cause a riot or affray: Imprisonment: Upto 6 months, or Fine: Upto Rs. 1000/-, or both. | Mandatory | All | 14-03-2021 |
| Himachal Pradesh | Himachal Pradesh Epidemic Diseases, Covid-19 Regulations, 2020 | 14-03-2020 | The Himachal Pradesh Department of Health and Family Welfare has issued the Himachal Pradesh Epidemic Diseases, COVID- 19 Regulations, 2020 under the Epidemic Diseases Act, 1897. Key Compliance Obligations: Medical Officers and Practitioners including AYUSH Practitioners: Ensure to notify to the concerned District Surveillance Unit along with duly filled up declaration forms about any person who has a travel history to any COVID-19 affected country irrespective of whether he has complained about fever, cough or respiratory difficulty or have complaints of fever or cough or respiratory difficulty even without any signs and symptoms of the Epidemic disease. Penalty: Any person / institution / organization found violating any provisions of these Regulations shall be deemed to have committed an offence punishable under Section 188* of the Indian Penal Code. Section 188: Simple imprisonment: Upto one month or Fine: Up to Rs. 200/- or both; and If such disobedience causes or trends to cause danger to human life, health or safety, or causes or tends to cause a riot or affray: Imprisonment: Upto 6 months, or Fine: Upto Rs. 1000/-, or both. | Mandatory | All | 14-03-2021 |
| Karnataka | Corona Virus Disease 2019 (Covid 19) - Guidelines To The Factory Management In The State Of Karnataka | 14-03-2020 | The Department of Factories, Boilers, Industrial Safety and Health, Government of Karnataka (Government), through a notification dated 14th March, 2020, has issued guidelines for all factories in the State of Karnataka, in view of the prevailing situation with regard to the Corona Virus Disease (COVID-19). The guidelines under this notification which needs to be complied with have been detailed below: Towards the Employees: 1) Promote frequent and thorough hand washing by providing workers, customers and worksite visitors by providing a place to wash hands. If soap and running water are not immediately available, provide alcohol-based hand rubs, containing at least 60% alcohol. 2) Encourage your workers to stay at home if they feel sick and to call the helpline number 104 only if the symptom of Covid 19 is experienced. If there is a suspected possible exposure of COVID-19, avoid travelling directly or public transport. 3) Encourage respiratory etiquette, including covering sneezes and coughs. 4) Provide customers and public with tissues and trash receptacles. 5) Explore whether you can establish policies and practices, such as flexible worksites (e.g. telecommuting) and work hours (e.g. staggered shifts), in order to increase the physical distance among the employees. 6) Discourage workers from using other workers phones, desks, offices or other work tools and equipment. 7) Avoid grouping of the workers or staff at work site for meetings, as far as possible. 8) Prompt identification and isolation of potentially infectious individuals is a critical step in protecting workers, customers, visitors and others at worksite. 9) Inform and encourage employees to self-monitor for signs and symptoms of COVID-19, if they suspect possible exposure. 10) Develop policies and procedures for employees to report when they are sick or experiencing any symptom. 11) When appropriate, develop policies and procedures for immediately isolating people who have signs/symptoms and train the workers to implement them. Move potentially infectious people to a location away from workers, customers and other visitors. Since most worksites do not have specific isolation rooms, designated areas with closable doors can be used, until potentially sick people can be removed from the worksite. 12) Take steps to limit the spread of respiratory secretions of a person who may have COVID-19. Provide a face mask and ask the person to wear it. 13) Do not ask for a medical certificate for employees who are sick with acute respiratory illness in order to validate their illness. 14) Maintain flexible policies that permit employees to stay home to care for a sick family member. 15) Minimize contact among workers, clients and customers by replacing face-to-face meetings with tele work, if feasible. 16) Establish alternate days or extra shifts, reducing the total number of employees at a time, allowing them to maintain distance from one another. 17) Strictly comply with health provision under Chapter III of the Factories Act, 1948 and related provisions under the Karnataka Factories Rules, 1969. Regarding the Factory: 1) Maintain regular housekeeping practices like routine cleaning and disinfecting of surfaces, equipment and other elements, at work. 2) Maintain proper hygiene of canteens/dining rooms. The food placed at buffet counters in the canteen should be well protected from potential contamination. A staggered lunch time may be sorted in order to avoid all the workers gathering together at the canteen at a particular time. 3) Crèches must be specifically monitored and disinfected thoroughly in case of any doubt in contaminations. It is suggested that crèches are closed and the employees who are availing the benefit be placed on additional paid leave, till the current crisis is resolved. 4) Factories which have installed public address system, may utilize it for educating workers on the measures for preventing possible exposure of COVID-19. Penalty: 1. For first offence: Fine - Upto Rs. 1,00,000/-, Or; Imprisonment - Upto 2 years; Or; Both For continuing offence: Fine - Upto Rs. 1000/- for each day of contravention. 2. For subsequent conviction: Imprisonment- upto 3 years; Or Fine- From Rs. 10,000/- to Rs. 2,00,000/-; Or Both | Mandatory | Manufacturing | No end date specified |
| Maharashtra | Maharashtra Covid-19 Regulations, 2020 | 14-03-2020 | The Maharashtra Health Department has issued the Maharashtra COVID-19 Regulations, 2020 under the Epidemic Diseases Act, 1897. The key compliance obligations are as follows: Persons/ Institutions/ Organisation: i. Do not use any print or electronic media for dissemination of information regarding COVID-19 without ascertaining the facts. ii. Seek and obtain prior clearance of the Commissioner, Health Services, Director of Health Services (DHS-I & Il), Director, Medical Education & Research (DMER), or Collector as the case may be. Private Laboratory: i. Do not collect samples for COVID-testing unless you have been authorised for the same. ii. While collecting samples, ensure to abide by the guidelines issued for collecting samples by the Government of India. (Note: Such samples shall be sent to designated laboratories as authorized by Government of Maharashtra / Government of India). Persons having history of travel in last 14 days to a country or area from where COVID-19 has been reported and develops symptoms: Report to State Control Room (020- 26127394) or to the State Surveillance Officer, IDSP (020-27290066) / Toll Free number 104 or to such numbers as may be assigned, so that necessary measures may be initiated by Commissioner, Health Services, Director of Health Services (DHS-1&11), Director, Medical Education & Research (DMER), and the Collector/ Municipal Commissioner as the case may be. Hospitals: 1. Set up Separate Corners for screening suspected cases of COVID-19 (Corona Virus Disease 2019). 2. While screening such cases, history of travel shall be recorded to ascertain if he/ she has travelled to any country or area where COVID-19 has been reported. Additionally, the history of coming in contact with a suspected or confirmed case of COVID-19 shall be recorded. 3. In case the person with such history in last 14 days is asymptomatic, ensure that the person must be kept in home quarantine for 14 days from the day of exposure. 4. In case the person has any such history in last 14 days and is symptomatic as per case definition of COVID-19, ensure that the person is isolated and tested for COVID-19 as per hospital protocol. 5. Provide information of all cases to State Integrated Disease Surveillance Unit and Collector of the district/ local Municipal Commissioner immediately. Additionally, in pursuance of the Regulation, the Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai has, through an Order dated 16th March, 2020 (please refer to column K), directed the implementation of the following containment measures in the City of Mumbai: 1. Restriction of the vehicular movement in the areas of Isolation Centres, Quarantine Centres like Kasturba Hospital, KEM Hospital, Seven Hills Hospital. 2. Closure of schools, offices, cinema halls, swimming pools, gyms, etc and banning mass congregations, functions. 3. All non-essential service providing offices to function at only 50% staff capacity. (Note: The following establishments providing essential services shall be excluded- ¢ providing drinking water; ¢ providing sewerage services; ¢ providing banking services; ¢ providing telephone and internet services; ¢ providing rail and transportation services; ¢ food, vegetable, groceries; ¢ Hospitals, medical centres and medical stores; 5. Private sector companies and public sector companies to encourage all their staff to work from home. (Note: Assistant Commissioners and Police to issue advisory to people, not to gather in masses at sea beaches and public places) Penalty: Any person / institution / organization found violating any provisions of these Regulations shall be deemed to have committed an offence punishable under Section 188* of the Indian Penal Code. Section 188: Simple imprisonment: Upto one month or Fine: Up to Rs. 200/- or both; and If such disobedience causes or trends to cause danger to human life, health or safety, or causes or tends to cause a riot or affray: Imprisonment: Upto 6 months, or Fine: Upto Rs. 1000/-, or both. | Mandatory | All | 14-03-2021 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Uttar Pradesh Epidemic Disease, Covid-19 Regulations, 2020 | 14-03-2020 | Uttar Pradesh Health Department notified Uttar Pradesh Epidemic Disease, COVID-19 Regulations, 2020 under the Epidemic Diseases Act, 1897. Key compliance obligations are as follows: Persons / institution / organization: Obtain prior permission of Department of Medical Health & Family Welfare, Uttar Pradesh before using any print or electronic media for sharing information regarding COVID-19. (The above-mentioned requirement is with the purpose of avoiding the spread of any rumour or unauthenticated information regarding COVID-19). Private Laboratory: Do not take or test samples for COVID-19 in the State of Uttar Pradesh unless you have been authorised to do so. (All such samples will be collected as per guidelines of the Government of India and sent to laboratories authorized or appointed by the Department of Medical Health & Family Welfare, Uttar Pradesh) Persons with history of travel in last 14 days to a country or area from where COVID-19 has been reported: Report to the nearest Government hospital or call on toll-free helpline numbers 1800-180-5145 / 0522-2230006 / 0522-2230009 / 0522-2616482 so that necessary measures (if required) may be initiated by the Department of Medical Health & Family Welfare, Uttar Pradesh. Persons with a history of travel to a country or area from where COVID-19 has been reported in last 14 days, but who do not have any symptoms of cough, fever, difficulty in breathing: 1. Isolate/ quarantine yourselves at home and cover your mouth and nose with a mask. 2. Take precautions to avoid contact with any person including family members for 14 days from the date of arrival from such area. Hospitals: 1. Set up ILI or Flu corners for screening of suspected cases of COVID-19 (Corona Virus Disease 2019). 2. Notify suspected cases/ persons to concerned District Surveillance Unit along with duly filled up self-declaration forms from persons, who within your knowledge have travel history to COVID-19 affected countries and have complaints of fever, cough or respiratory difficulty or even if such persons are asymptomatic. 3. Record the history of coming in contact with suspected or confirmed cases of COVID-19. 4. In case the person has such history in the last 14 days and is asymptomatic, ensure that such person is kept in home quarantine for 14 days from the day of exposure. 5. In case the person has any such history during the last 14 days and is symptomatic as per case definition of COVID-19, isolate and test such person for COVID-19 as per hospital protocol. 6. Provide information of all cases to the Office of the CMO of the District immediately. Penalty: Any person / institution / organization found violating any provisions of these Regulations shall be deemed to have committed an offence punishable under Section 188* of the Indian Penal Code. Section 188: Simple imprisonment: Upto one month or Fine: Up to Rs. 200/- or both; and If such disobedience causes or trends to cause danger to human life, health or safety, or causes or tends to cause a riot or affray: Imprisonment: Upto 6 months, or Fine: Upto Rs. 1000/-, or both. | Mandatory | All | 30-04-2020 |
| Central | Relaxations In Terms And Conditions For Work From Home To Other Service Providers (Ites/Bpo) Till April 30 Announced By Dot | 13-03-2020 | The Department of telecommunications (DoT) vide Circular No. 18-5/2015-CS-I (Pt.) has relaxed restrictions for BPOs, KPOs and medical transcript service providers up to April 30. The relaxation is for a category that is described as Other Service Providers (OSP), which includes services like BPO, billing service centre, e-publishing centre, financial service, KPO, medical transcript service, network operating centre, tele-medicine and tele-education. The government has also exempted the requirement of going through an authorised PPVPN (Provider Provisioned Virtual Private Network) for providing WFH facility, which means employees can now connect to the client server/enterprise server through any secure VPN connection. These requirements were previously imposed to ensure there would be no misuse of customer data, and if there was, they could be easily traced. | Mandatory | IT/ITeS/BPO | 30-04-2020 |
| Central | The Department Of Telecommunications, Government Of India By A Notification Granted Relaxations To Other Service Providers (Osps) Upto 30Th April, 2020 In Respect Of Work-From-Home (Wfh). | 13-03-2020 | The Department of telecommunications, Government of India by a notification dated 13th March, 2020 granted relaxations upto 30th April, 2020 in the terms and conditions for the Other Service Providers (OSPs) issued in letter No.18-5/2009-CS-I dated 7.10.2011 in respect of Work-From-Home (WFH). In light of COVID-19, the Government has relaxed the following in respect of work from home (WFH): 1. Requirement of security deposit and agreement for Work from Home facility for OSPs is exempted. 2. Requirement of authorized Service Providers Provisioned secured VPN is exempted during this period. 3. Requirement of seeking prior permission for WFH facility is exempted. Penalty In case of violation of terms and conditions of WFH facility by agent/employee or by the OSP during the period, the OSP shall be subjected to penalty upto Rs, 5lakh per WFH location in violation. Additionally, OSP Registration is also liable to be cancelled. Other Terms & Conditions of OSP registration including maintaining all logs of activities carried out by Extended Agents remains unchanged. | Mandatory | Other Service Providers (OSPs) | 30-04-2020 |
| Goa | The Goa Epidemic Disease, Covid-19 Regulations, 2020 | 13-03-2020 | The Health Department of Goa, has issued the Goa Epidemic Disease, COVID-19 Regulations, 2020 (Regulations) under the Epidemic Diseases Act, 1897. Key compliance requirements: Persons / institution / organization: Do not use any print or electronic media for disseminating information on COVID-19 without prior permission of the Health Department, Goa; Private Laboratory: As a Private Laboratory, you are not authorized to take or test samples for COVID-19. All such samples will be collected as per guidelines of the Government of India and these will be sent to designated laboratory by the Nodal Officer appointed by Health Department, Goa. Persons having history of travel in last 14 days to a country or area from where COVID-19 has been reported: Report to nearest Government Hospital or call at toll free helpline number 104 so that necessary measures if required may be initiated by the Health Department. Persons with a history of travel to a country or area from where COVID-19 has been reported in last 14 days, but who do not have any symptoms of cough, fever, difficulty in breathing: Isolate yourself at home and cover your mouth and nose with a mask. Take precautions to avoid contact with any person including family members for 14 days from the date of arrival from such area. Hospitals: 1.Set up Flu corners for screening suspected cases of COVID-19 (Corona Virus Disease 2019). 2. Identify separate beds for isolation if need arises. 3. While screening such cases, history of travel shall be recorded to ascertain if he/ she has travelled to any country or area where COVID-19 has been reported. Additionally, the history of coming in contact with a suspected or confirmed case of COVID-19 shall be recorded. 4. In case the person with such history in last 14 days is asymptomatic, ensure that the person must be kept in home quarantine for 14 days from the day of exposure. 5. In case the person has any such history in last 14 days and is symptomatic as per case definition of COVID-19, ensure that the person is isolated and tested for COVID-19 as per hospital protocol. 6. Provide information of all cases to the respective Health Officer of CHC/ PHC/ UHC of the block immediately. Penalty: Any person / institution / organization found violating any provisions of these Regulations shall be deemed to have committed an offence punishable under Section 188* of the Indian Penal Code. Section 188: Simple imprisonment: Upto one month or Fine: Up to Rs. 200/- or both; and If such disobedience causes or trends to cause danger to human life, health or safety, or causes or tends to cause a riot or affray: Imprisonment: Upto 6 months, or Fine: Upto Rs. 1000/-, or both. | Mandatory | All | 13-03-2021 |
| Tamil Nadu | Corona Virus Disease (Covid 19) Declared As A Notified Disease Throughout The State Of Tamil Nadu Under The Tamil Nadu Public Health Act | 13-03-2020 | The Governor of Tamil Nadu in exercise of the powers conferred by Section 62 of the Tamil Nadu Public Health Act has declared Corona Virus disease (Covid 19) as a notified disease throughout the State of Tamil Nadu. | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Stpi Notice Permitting Employees Working In Stpi Units To Work From Home | 12-03-2020 | The Software Technology Parks of India (STPI) in a notice has, as a precautionary step to ensure business continuity in light of the recent outbreak of corona virus across various countries permitted industries in STPI units to enable work from home. Accordingly, STPI has informed that for the purpose of continuity of business in a seamless manner, industries/industry associations in STP/ EHTP units may allow authorised employees to take duty free laptops/ computers, etc. out of the STPI premises to work from home or any place outside the unit. | Advisory | STPI/SEZ/OSP | No end date specified |
| Delhi | Delhi Epidemic Diseases, Covid-19 Regulations, 2020 | 12-03-2020 | The Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi, Health and Family Welfare Department (NCT Delhi) has issued the Delhi Epidemic Diseases, COVID-19 Regulations, 2020 under the Epidemic Diseases Act, 1897. Key Compliance obligations: Person/ Institution/ Organisation: Do not use any print or electronic media for information regarding COVID-19 without prior permission of the Department of Health and Family Welfare Government of NCT Delhi. Private Laboratory: As a Private Laboratory, you are not authorized to take or test samples for COVID-19 in the NCT Delhi. All such samples will be collected as per guidelines of the Government of India and these will be sent to designated laboratory by the Nodal Officer by the designated hospitals of the Department of Health and Family Welfare Government of NCT Delhi of the concerned district under intimation to the District Surveillance Officer (DSO) of the concerned District. Persons having history of travel in last 14 days to a country or area from where COVID-19 has been reported and develops symptoms: Contact the State/District control rooms (as per Annexure-I of these Regulations) so that necessary measures if required may be initiated by the Department of Health and Family Welfare, Government of NCT Delhi. Persons with a history of travel to a country or area from where COVID-19 has been reported in last 14 days, but who do not have any symptoms of cough, fever, difficulty in breathing: Isolate yourself at home and take precautions to avoid contact with any person including family members for 14 days from the date of arrival from such area. Registered Private Medical Practitioners, including AYUSH practitioners: Notify details of persons to the concerned District Surveillance Unit, along with duly filled up self-declaration forms, who, within their knowledge, have travel history to COVID-19 affected countries with complaints of fever or cough or respiratory difficulty or even without any signs and symptoms of the Epidemic disease. Hospitals: 1. Set up Flu corners for screening suspected cases of COVID-19 (Corona Virus Disease 2019). 2. While screening such cases, history of travel shall be recorded to ascertain if he/ she has travelled to any country or area where COVID-19 has been reported. Additionally, the history of coming in contact with a suspected or confirmed case of COVID-19 shall be recorded. 3. In case the person with such history in last 14 days is asymptomatic, ensure that the person must be kept in home quarantine for 14 days from the day of exposure. 4. In case the person has any such history in last 14 days and is symptomatic as per case definition of COVID-19, ensure that the person is isolated and tested for COVID-19 as per hospital protocol. 5. Provide information of all cases to office of Chief District Medical Officer (CDMO) of the respective District immediately. Penalty: Any person / institution / organization found violating any provisions of these Regulations shall be deemed to have committed an offence punishable under Section 188* of the Indian Penal Code. Section 188: Simple imprisonment: Upto one month or Fine: Up to Rs. 200/- or both; and If such disobedience causes or trends to cause danger to human life, health or safety, or causes or tends to cause a riot or affray: Imprisonment: Upto 6 months, or Fine: Upto Rs. 1000/-, or both. | Mandatory | All | 03-12-2021 |
| Kerala | Revised Guidelines For Testing, Quarantine, Hospital Admission And Discharge For Covid-19 Based On Current Risk Assessment | 12-03-2020 | The Health & Family Welfare Department, Government of Kerala has taken out a notification dated 12.03.2020 in which they have released the revised guidelines for testing, quarantine, hospital admission and discharge for COVID-19 patients. The guidelines cover aspects such as identification of suspect cases, clinical categorization of cases, testing guidelines and management guidelines for COVID-19 cases. | Mandatory | Pharmaceuticals | No end date specified |
| Rajasthan | Rajasthan Epidemic Diseases, Covid-19 Regulations, 2020 | 12-03-2020 | The Rajasthan, Health and Family Welfare Department has issued the Rajasthan Epidemic Diseases, COVID-19 Regulations, 2020 under the Epidemic Diseases Act, 1897. Key compliance obligations are as follows: Persons / institution / organization: In case you intend to use print or electronic/ social media for sharing information on COVID-19, ensure to obtain prior permission from Medical and Halth Department of Rajasthan. Private Laboratory: Do not collect samples for testing COVID-19 unless you have been authorized to do so; (All such samples will be collected as per guidelines of the Government of India and sent to designated laboratory by the Department of Health and Family Welfare of Rajasthan) Persons having history of travel in last 14 days to a country or area from where COVID-19 has been reported and develops symptoms: Contact the State/District control rooms (as per Annexure-I of these Regulations) so that necessary measures if required may be initiated by the Department of Health and Family Welfare Rajasthan. Persons with a history of travel to a country or area from where COVID-19 has been reported in last 14 days, but who do not have any symptoms of cough, fever, difficulty in breathing: Isolate yourself at homeand take precautions to avoid contact with any person including family members for 14 days from the date of arrival from such area. Registered Private Medical Practitioners, including AYUSH practitioners: Notify details of persons to the concerned District Surveillance Unit, along with duly filled up self-declaration forms, who, within your knowledge, have travel history to COVID-19 affected countries and have complaints of fever or cough or respiratory difficulty or do not exhibit any signs and symptoms of the Epidemic disease; Hospitals: 1. Set up ILI or Flu corners for screening suspected cases of COVID-19 (Corona Virus Disease 2019). 2. While screening such cases, history of travel shall be recorded to ascertain if he/ she has travelled to any country or area where COVID-19 has been reported. Additionally, the history of coming in contact with a suspected or confirmed case of COVID-19 shall be recorded. 3. In case the person with such history in last 14 days is asymptomatic, ensure that the person must be kept in home quarantine for 14 days from the day of exposure. 4. In case the person has any such history in last 14 days and is symptomatic as per case definition of COVID-19, ensure that the person is isolated and tested for COVID-19 as per hospital protocol. 5. Provide information of all cases to the CMHO of the District immediately. Penalty: Any person / institution / organization found violating any provisions of these Regulations shall be deemed to have committed an offence punishable under Section 188* of the Indian Penal Code. Section 188: Simple imprisonment: Upto one month or Fine: Up to Rs. 200/- or both; and If such disobedience causes or trends to cause danger to human life, health or safety, or causes or tends to cause a riot or affray: Imprisonment: Upto 6 months, or Fine: Upto Rs. 1000/-, or both. | Mandatory | All | 03-12-2021 |
| Central | Government To Fast-Track Environmental Clearance For Production Of Bulk Drugs | 11-03-2020 | A Memorandum issued by the Ministry of Environment and Forest will fast-track clearances for bulk drug production projects to ensure drug availability. This is to expedite the environment clearance process for projects involved in the production of bulk drugs to avoid shortages in light of the COVID-19 pandemic The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) and the expert appraisal committees of all states and union territories have been notified of the same. | Mandatory | Pharmaceutical | No end date specified |
| Haryana | Haryana Epidemic Diseases, Covid- 19 Regulations, 2020 | 11-03-2020 | The Health Department of Haryana has issued the Haryana Epidemic Diseases, COVID- 19 Regulations, 2020 under the Epidemic Diseases Act, 1897. Key Compliance Obligations: Persons/ Institutions and Organisations: Do not use any print or electronic media for information regarding COVID-19 without prior permission of the Department of Health and Family Welfare Government of Haryana. Private Laboratory: Do not take or test samples for COVID-19 in Haryana. (Note: All such samples will be collected as per guidelines of the Government of India and sent to designated laboratory by the Nodal Officer by the designated hospitals of the Department of Health and Family Welfare Government of Haryana of the concerned district under intimation to the District Surveillance Officer (DSO) of the concerned District). Persons having history of travel in last 14 days to a country or area from where COVID-19 has been reported and develops symptoms: Report to nearest Government hospital or call at toll -free helpline number 104 so that necessary measures if required may be initiated by the Department; Persons with a history of travel to a country or area from where COVID-19 has been reported in last 14 days, but who do not have any symptoms of cough, fever, difficulty in breathing: Isolate yourself at home and take precautions to avoid contact with any person including family members for 14 days from the date of arrival from such area. Hospitals: 1. Set up Flu corners for screening suspected cases of COVID-19 (Corona Virus Disease 2019). 2. While screening such cases, record the history of travel to ascertain if he/ she has travelled to any country or area where COVID-19 has been reported. Additionally, record the history of him or her coming in contact with a suspected or confirmed case of COVID-19 shall be recorded. 3. In case the person with such history in last 14 days is asymptomatic, ensure that the person must be kept in home quarantine for 14 days from the day of exposure. 4. In case the person has any such history in last 14 days and is symptomatic as per case definition of COVID-19, ensure that the person is isolated and tested for COVID-19 as per hospital protocol. 5. Provide information of all cases to office of Chief District Medical Officer (CDMO) of the respective District immediately. Penalty: Any person / institution / organization found violating any provisions of these Regulations shall be deemed to have committed an offence punishable under Section 188* of the Indian Penal Code. Section 188: Simple imprisonment: Upto one month or Fine: Up to Rs. 200/- or both; and If such disobedience causes or trends to cause danger to human life, health or safety, or causes or tends to cause a riot or affray: Imprisonment: Upto 6 months, or Fine: Upto Rs. 1000/-, or both. | Mandatory | All | 03-11-2021 |
| Karnataka | The Karnataka Epidemic Diseases Covid-19 Regulations, 2020 | 11-03-2020 | Karnataka has joined the other States and notified the Karnataka Epidemic Diseases, COVID-19 Regulations, 2020 under the Epidemic Diseases Act, 1897. Key compliance obligations are as follows: Persons / institution / organization: 1. Do not use any print or electronic media to spread mis-information regarding COVID-19; 2. Obtain prior permission of the Department of Health and Family Welfare before using any print or electronic media for sharing information on COVID-19; Private Laboratory: Do not take or test samples for COVID-19 in the State of Karnataka. (Note: All such samples will be collected as per guidelines of the Government of India and sent to the designated laboratories by the District Nodal Officer of the Department of Health and family Welfare of the concerned district). Persons with history of travel in last 14 days to a country or area from where COVID-19 has been reported: Report to the nearest Government Hospital or call at toll-free helpline number 104 so that necessary measures (if required) may be initiated by the Department. Persons with a history of travel to a country or area from where COVID-19 has been reported in last 14 days, but who do not have any symptoms of cough, fever, difficulty in breathing: 1. Isolate yourselves at home and cover your mouth and nose with a mask. 2. Take precautions to avoid contact with any person including family members for 14 days from the date of your arrival from such area. Hospitals: 1. Ensure that there are Flu corners for screening suspected cases of COVID-19 (Corona Virus Disease 2019). 2. While screening such cases, record the history of travel, to ascertain if he/ she has travelled to any country or area where COVID-19 has been reported. Additionally, record the history of coming in contact with a suspected or confirmed case of COVID-19. 3. In case the person with such history of travel in last 14 days is asymptomatic, ensure that the person is kept in home quarantine for 28 days from the day of exposure. 4. In case the person with such history of travel in last 14 days is symptomatic as per case definition of COVID-19, isolate and test such person for COVID-19 as per protocol. 5. Provide information of all cases to the Office of District Health and Family Welfare of the concerned district immediately Penalty: Any person / institution / organization found violating any provisions of these Regulations shall be deemed to have committed an offence punishable under Section 188* of the Indian Penal Code. * 188. Disobedience to order duly promulgated by public servant.Whoever, knowing that, by an order promulgated by a public servant lawfully empowered to promulgate such order, he is directed to abstain from a certain act, or to take certain order with certain property in his possession or under his management, disobeys such direction, shall, if such disobedience causes or tends to cause obstruction, annoyance or injury, or risk of obstruction, annoyance or injury, to any person lawfully employed, be punished with simple imprisonment for a term which may extend to one month or with fine which may extend to two hundred rupees, or with both; and if such disobedience causes or trends to cause danger to human life, health or safety, or causes or tends to cause a riot or affray, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to six months, or with fine which may extend to one thousand rupees, or with both. | Mandatory | All | 03-11-2021 |
| Central | Ministry Of Corporate Affairs Has Released An Faq On What Contributions Will Be Considered As Csr Under The Companies Act, 2013 | 10-03-2020 | The Ministry of Corporate Affairs vide General Circular dated 10th April 2020, has released an FAQ on what contributions will be considered as CSR under the Companies Act, 2013 :- Q 1. Whether contribution made to PM CARES Fund shall qualify as CSR expenditure? Ans - Contribution made to PM CARES Fund shall qualify as CSR expenditure under item no (viii) of Schedule VII of the Companies Act, 2013 and it has been further clarified vide Office memorandum F. No. CSR-05/1/2020-CSR-MCA dated 28th March, 2020. Q 2. Whether contribution made to Chief Ministers Relief Funds or State Relief Fund for COVID-19 shall qualify as CSR expenditure? Ans. Chief Ministers Relief Fund or State Relief Fund for COVID-19 is not included in Schedule VII of the Companies Act, 2013 and therefore any contribution to such funds shall not qualify as admissible CSR expenditure. Q 3. Whether contribution made to State Disaster Management Authority shall qualify as CSR expenditure? Ans. Contribution made to State Disaster Management Authority to combat COVID-19 shall qualify as CSR expenditure under item no (xii) of Schedule VII of the 2013 and clarified vide general circular No. 10/2020 dated 23rd March, 2020. Q 4. Whether spending of CSR funds for COVID-19 related activities shall qualify as CSR expenditure? Ans. Ministry vide general circular No. 10/2020 dated 23rd March, 2020 has clarified that spending CSR funds for COVID-19 related activities shall qualify as CSR expenditure. It is further clarified that funds may be spent for various activities related to COVID-19 under items nos. (i) and (xii) of Schedule VII relating to promotion of health care including preventive health care and sanitation, and disaster management. Further, as per general circular No. 21/2014 dated 18.06.2014, items in Schedule VII are broad based and may be interpreted liberally for this purpose. Q 5. Whether payment of salary/wages to employees and workers, including contract labour, during the lockdown period can be adjusted against the CSR expenditure of the companies? Ans. Payment of salary/ wages in normal circumstances is a contractual and statutory obligation of the company. Similarly, payment of salary/ wages to employees and workers even during the lockdown period is a moral obligation of the employers, as they have no alternative source of employment or livelihood during this period. Thus, payment of salary/ wages to employees and workers during the lockdown period (including imposition of other social distancing requirements) shall not qualify as admissible CSR expenditure. Q6. Whether payment of wages made to casual /daily wage workers during the lockdown period can be adjusted against the CSR expenditure of the companies? Ans. Payment of wages to temporary or casual or daily wage workers during the lockdown period is part of the moral/ humanitarian/ contractual obligations of the company and is applicable to all companies irrespective of whether they have any legal obligation for CSR contribution under section 135 of the Companies Act 2013. Hence, payment of wages to temporary or casual or daily wage workers during the lockdown period shall not count towards CSR expenditure. Q 7. Whether payment of exgratia to temporary /casual /daily wage workers shall qualify as CSR expenditure? Ans. If any ex-gratia payment is made to temporary / casual workers/ daily wage workers over and above the disbursement of wages, specifically for the purpose of fighting COVID 19, the same shall be admissible towards CSR expenditure as a onetime exception provided there is an explicit declaration to that effect by the Board of the company, which is duly certified by the statutory auditor. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Travel Advisory For Covid-19 On Home Isolation And Dos And Don'T For Incoming International Pasengers, By The Ministry Of Health And Family Welfare | 10-03-2020 | The Ministry of health and family welfare, Government of India issued a Travel Advisory (I) for COVID-19 on Home Isolation on 10-03-2020. In this travel advisory, a few points were added to the consolidated travel advisory issued on 6 th March 2020. The points are listed below. i.All incoming international passengers returning to India should self-monitor their health and follow required Dos and Don'ts as detailed by Government. ii.Further, all passengers having travel history to China, Hong Kong, Republic of Korea, Japan, Italy, Thailand, Singapore, Iran, Malaysia, France, Spain and Germany are advised to undergo self-imposed quarantine for a period of 14 days from the date of their arrival. If such passengers are working in some organizations/institutions, their respective employers are advised to facilitate work from home during this period. iii.With respect to restrictions on visa, besides the already issued instructions, all regular Visas (including e Visas) which have been granted to nationals of France, Germany and Spain on or before 11.03.2020 and where these foreigners have not yet entered India stands suspended. iv.Regular visas (including e Visas) granted to all foreign nationals who have travel history to these countries on or after 1.2.2020 and who have not yet entered India also stands suspended. v.Visas of all foreigners already in India remain valid and they may contact the nearest FRRO/FRO through e-FRRO module for extension/conversion etc of their visa or grant of any consular service, if they choose to do so. | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Advisory From The Cabinet Secretary For All Incoming International Passengers Returning To India For Prevention And Containmenft Of Corona Virus Disease (Covid 19) | 10-03-2020 | Cabinet Secretary held a high-level meeting on the 10th of March, 2020,with Secretaries of the concerned Ministries/Departments to review the status, actions, preparedness and management of COVID-19 cases in the country. An Advisory is issued for all incoming international passengers retuning to India to self-monitor their health and follow the recommended DOs and DONTs. The Advisory also calls for passengers with travel history to China, Hong Kong, Republic of Korea, Japan, Italy, Thailand, Singapore, Iran, Malaysia, France, Spain and Germany to undergo self-imposed quarantine for a period of 14 days from the date of their arrival, and their employers to facilitate work-from-home for such employees during this period. With respect to restrictions on visa, besides the already issued instructions, all regular Visas (including e Visas) which have been granted to nationals of France, Germany and Spain on or before 11.03.2020 and where these foreigners have not yet entered India stands suspended. Regular visas (including e Visas)granted to all foreign nationals who have travel history to these countries on or after 1.2.2020 and who have not yet entered India also stands suspended. Visas of all foreigners already in India remain valid and they may contact the nearest FRRO/FRO through e-FRRO module for extension/conversion etc of their visa or grant of any consular service, if they choose to do so. Further, in continuation of already issued advisories on travel to India citizens, India citizens are strongly advised to refrain from travelling to France, Spain and Germany. | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Telangana | Standard Operating Protocol For It Companies/It Parks | 09-03-2020 | Make sure your workplaces are clean and hygienic - , in addition to disinfection carry out Fumigation, using Formaldehyde with fumigator in diluted form. Promote regular and thorough hand-washing by employees Screen all Visitors for Covid-19 Symptoms Display Awareness Poster at common areas In case of confirmed positive report, kindly inform SCSC at +91 9000257058 and get in touch with GHMC for dis-infection process of the premises (GHMC Control Room for Epidemic cell : Dr Lalitha+91-9849902438or Dr Janardhan +91-8008456677) | Advisory | IT Parks/IT Companies | No end date specified |
| Central | Consolidated Travel Advisory For Covid-19 - Ministry Of Health And Family Welfare | 06-03-2020 | In view of the evolving situation of COVID-19 across the world and in India, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has issued travel advisories from time to time. The issued travel advisories are consolidated as under: A. Indian citizens are advised to refrain from travel to China, Iran, Republic of Korea, Italy, Japan, France, Spain and Germany and advised to avoid non-essential travel to other COVID-19 affected countries. 1. Visa Restrictions i. All regular (sticker) Visas/e-Visa (including VoA for Japan and South Korea) granted to nationals of Italy, Iran, South Korea, Japan and issued on or before 03.03.2020 and who have not yet entered India, stand suspended with immediate effect. Those requiring to travel to India due to compelling reasons, may seek fresh visa from nearest Indian Embassy/Consulate. ii. Regular (sticker) visa / e-Visa granted to nationals of Peoples Republic of China, issued on or before 05.02.2020 were suspended earlier. It shall remain in force. Those needing to travel to India under compelling circumstances may apply for fresh visa to nearest Indian Embassy/Consulate. iii. Regular (sticker) visas/e-Visas granted to all foreign nationals who have travelled to Peoples Republic of China, Iran, Italy, South Korea and Japan on or after 01.02.2020, and who have not yet entered India stand suspended with immediate effect. Those requiring traveling to India under compelling circumstances may apply for fresh visa to nearest Indian Embassy/Consulate. 2. Compulsory Certification of having tested negative for COVID-19 In addition to Visa restrictions already in place, passengers traveling from /having visited Italy or Republic of Korea and desirous of entering India will need certificate of having tested negative for COVID-19 from the designated laboratories authorized by the health authorities of these countries. This will be enforced from 0000 Hrs of 10th March, 2020 and is a temporary measure till cases of COVID-19 subside. 2. Universal Screening and self-declaration i. All international Passengers entering into India are required to furnish duly filled self-declaration form (including personal particulars i.e. phone no. and address in India) to Health Officials and Immigration officials and undergo Universal Health Screening at the designated health counters at all Points of Entry. ii. All incoming international passengers retuning to India to self-monitor their health and follow the recommended DOs and DONTs, since more than 100 countries across the world now have reported cases of COVID-19 and travellers to these countries, or any person having travelled abroad, might possibly have come in contact with people affected with COVID-19 during their stay there or even while in transit at airports. iii. Passengers with travel history to China, Hong Kong, Republic of Korea, Japan, Italy, Thailand, Singapore, Iran, Malaysia, France, Spain and Germany to undergo self-imposed quarantine for a period of 14 days from the date of their arrival, and their employers to facilitate work-from-home for such employees during this period. In continuation to the above, the following additional advisory is issued B. Travel of passengers from Afghanistan, Philippines, Malaysia to India is prohibited with immediate effect. No flight shall take off from these countries to India after 1500 hours Indian Standard Time (IST) of 17.03.2020. The airline shall enforce this at the port of initial departure. This instruction is a temporary measure and shall be in force till 31st March 2020 and will be reviewed subsequently. Expanding compulsory quarantine for a minimum period of 14 days for passengers coming from/transiting through UAE, Qatar, Oman, and Kuwait. This will come into effect from 1200 GMT on 18th March 2020 at the port of first departure. Travel of passengers from member countries of the European Union, the European Free Trade Association, Turkey and United Kingdom to India is prohibited with effect from 18th March 2020. No airline shall board a passenger from these nations to India with effect from 1200 GMT on 18th March 2020. The airline shall enforce this at the port of initial departure. Both these instructions are temporary measures and shall be in force till 31st March 2020 and will be reviewed subsequently. Exemptions Diplomats, officials of UN and other International bodies, OCI cardholders and Aircrew from above countries are exempted from such restriction on entry. However, their health screening is compulsory. Health measures to be followed at all times Those having compelling reasons to travel to COVID-19 affected countries (updated list available at World Health Organisation) and while abroad they should follow these simple public health measures at all times as under: Observe good personal hygiene. Monitor your health. Practice frequent hand washing with soap and water or use an alcohol based hand sanitizer. Follow respiratory etiquettes - cover your mouth with tissue or handkerchief while coughing. Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth. Avoid close contact with people who are unwell or showing symptoms of illness, such as cough, difficulty in breathing etc. Wear a mask if you have symptoms such as cough, fever or difficulty in breathing. Contact local doctor immediately if you have cough, fever or difficulty in breathing. While returning back to India, if a traveller feels sick during his/her journey: Inform the airlines crew about illness. Seek mask from the airline crew. Follow the directions of airline crew. Follow the direction of the airport health officer after disembarkation. If a traveller feel sick (cough/fever or difficulty in breathing) within 28 days after return from COVID-19 affected areas: Immediately call the Helpline number (011-23978046), inform about your travel history and follow the directions provided. Isolate yourself at home and wear a mask till such time you are examined by a doctor from health authority. Follow the directions of the health authority For any queries related to health, people may contact Ministry of Health & Family Welfare 24*7 helpline number (+91-11-23978046) or email at (ncov2019@gmail.com) | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Karnataka | Government Of Karnataka Issues Circular Instructing All Employers In Karnataka To Mandatorily Grant Sick And Casual Paid Leave For 28 Days To Workers Affected By Corona Virus. | 05-03-2020 | In a recent Circular dated 5th March, 2020, the Labour Department, Government of Karnataka has instructed employers in the State to mandatorily grant sick and casual paid leave for 28 days to workers, affected by Corona virus, for recovery. This is applicable to all Companies irrespective of whether Employees State Insurance Act, 1948 (Act) is applicable or not applicable to it. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Punjab | Punjab Epidemic Diseases, Covid-19 Regulations, 2020 | 05-03-2020 | The Punjab Department of Health and Family Welfare has issued the Punjab Epidemic Diseases, COVID- 1 9 Regulations, 2020. Key compliance obligations are as follows: Persons/ Institutions/ Organisation: In case you intend to use any print or electronic media for disseminating information regarding COVID-19, ensure to obtain prior permission from the Department of Health and Family Welfare. Private Laboratory: Do not take or test samples for COVID-19 in the State of Punjab. (Note: All samples to be collected as per the guidelines of Government of India and sent to the designated laboratory by the District Nodal Officer of the Department of Health and Family Welfare of the district). Persons having history of travel in last 14 days to a country or area from where COVID-19 has been reported and develops symptoms: Contact the State/District control rooms (as per Annexure-I of these Regulations) so that necessary measures if required may be initiated by the Department of Health and Family Welfare, Punjab. Persons with a history of travel to a country or area from where COVID-19 has been reported in last 14 days, but who do not have any symptoms of cough, fever, difficulty in breathing: Isolate yourself at home and take precautions to avoid contact with any person including family members for 14 days from the date of arrival from such area. Hospitals: 1. Set up Flu corners for screening suspected cases of COVID-19 (Corona Virus Disease 2019). 2. While screening such cases, history of travel shall be recorded to ascertain if he/ she has travelled to any country or area where COVID-19 has been reported. Additionally, the history of coming in contact with a suspected or confirmed case of COVID-19 shall be recorded. 3. In case the person with such history in last 14 days is asymptomatic, ensure that the person must be kept in home quarantine for 14 days from the day of exposure. 4. In case the person has any such history in last 14 days and is symptomatic as per case definition of COVID-19, ensure that the person is isolated and tested for COVID-19 as per hospital protocol. 5. Provide information of all cases to office of Chief District Medical Officer (CDMO) of the respective District immediately. Penalty: Any person / institution / organization found violating any provisions of these Regulations shall be deemed to have committed an offence punishable under Section 188* of the Indian Penal Code. Section 188: Simple imprisonment: Upto one month or Fine: Up to Rs. 200/- or both; and If such disobedience causes or trends to cause danger to human life, health or safety, or causes or tends to cause a riot or affray: Imprisonment: Upto 6 months, or Fine: Upto Rs. 1000/-, or both. | Mandatory | All | 03-05-2021 |
| Central | Irdai Issues Guidelines On Handling Claims Reported Under Corona Virus For Insurers | 04-03-2020 | IRDAI directs all Insurers (excluding EGCGs and AICs) providing health insurance policies and covering expenses of treatment during hospitalisation shall: i. handle claims reported under COVID-19 in an expeditious manner ii. ensure that costs of admissible medical expenses during the course of treatment (including the treatment during quarantine period) is settled in accordance to the applicable terms and conditions of policy contract; iii. ensure that the claims review committee thoroughly review all claims reported under COVID-19 before rejecting the claim. Insurers have been advised to design products covering the costs of treatment for COVID-19. [Note - The present guideline is directed to Insurers carrying on health insurance business in India and whose products have been filed and cleared under the provisions of Guidelines on product filing in Health Insurance Business (IRDA/HLT/REG/CIR/150/07/2016 dated 29th July 2016)] | Mandatory | Insurance (Life Insurance, Health Insurance, General Insurance) | No end date specified |
| Central | Advisory By The Ministry Of Information And Broadcasting To Private Tv/Fm Radio Channels Regarding Publicity Of Travel/Visa Restrictions | 03-03-2020 | Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has asked all private satellite News TV/ FM radio channels and their associations to give adequate publicity to the revised Travel Advisory issued by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. | Advisory | Information and communication | No end date specified |
| Central | Bureau Of Immigration Issues Travel And Visa Restrictions For Nationals Of Italy, Iran, South Korea, Japan And China | 03-03-2020 | The Bureau of Immigration (BoI), India issued travel and Visa restriction for the nationals of Italy, Iran, South Korea, Japan and China on 3rd of March 2020. The BoI published an advisory in the government website stating the following : i)All regular (sticker) Visas/e-Visa (including VoA for Japan and South Korea) granted on or before 03.03.2020 to nationals of Italy, Iran, South Korea, Japan were suspended with immediate effect, if these foreign nationals have not yet entered India. Thus, these foreign nationals may not enter India from any Air, Land or Seaport ICPs. If someone requires travelling to India due to compelling reasons, may seek fresh visa from nearest Indian Embassy/Consulate. ii)Regular (sticker) visa / e-Visa granted to nationals of Peoples Republic of China, issued on or before 05.02.2020 were suspended earlier. The suspension would remain in force. Similarly, if someone requires travelling to India under compelling circumstances may apply for fresh visa to nearest Indian Embassy/Consulate. iii)Regular (sticker) visas/e-Visas granted to all foreign nationals who have travelled to Peoples Republic of China, Iran, Italy, South Korea and Japan on or after 01.02.2020, and who have not yet entered India stand suspended with immediate effect. If someone requires travelling to India under compelling circumstances may apply for fresh visa to nearest Indian Embassy/Consulate. iv)Diplomats, officials of UN and other International bodies, OCI cardholders and Aircrew from above countries are exempted from such restriction on entry. However, their medical screening is compulsory v) All foreign and Indian nationals entering into India from any port are required to furnish duly filled self-declaration form (including personal particulars i.e. phone no. and address in India) and travel history, to Health officials and Immigration officials at all port. vi)Passengers (foreign and Indian) other than those restricted, arriving directly or indirectly from China, South Korea, Japan, Iran, Italy, Hong Kong, Macau, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia, Nepal, Thailand, Singapore and Taiwan must undergo medical screening at port of entry. | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Kerala | Guide For Converting Hospitals Into Corona Dedicated Hospitals | 01-03-2020 | Objective is to build capacities of all to have clarity regarding the hierarchical structures for COVID treatment - COVID Care Centre, COVID First Line Treatment Centre and COVID Hospitals Guidelines for setting up COVID Care centres specified Specified general plans for converting hospitals for COVID care centres Specified requirements for planning and managing infrastructure, personnel, patients, equipment and consumables, pharmacy, housekeeping, lab services and logistics | Advisory | Healthcare | No end date specified |
| Central | Ministry Of Chemicals And Fertilizers Prescribes Submission Of Forms By Merchant Importers / Stockiest / Manufacturers Of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients/ Formulations In Prescribed Format | 26-02-2020 | Owing to the recent outbreak of Coronavirus (COVID- 19) in China, India may see a possible shortage of medicines as the supplies of key Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) / Key Starting Materials (KSMs) has been affected. The Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers has constituted a committee which has identified 58 significant (APIs) imported from China, who are monitoring their availability so as to be prepared for a health emergency. The Ministry has further required all importers of APIs/manufacturers of formulations and APIs/ stockists to submit the information (as on 29th February, 2020) in the prescribed formats (Form A for merchant importers and Form B for indigenous manufacturers/stockists), duly signed by the authorised person, before 3rd March, 2020 along with a soft copy in excel format of the same at the email Id: manjesh.porwal@govt.in, dir-me.nppa@nic.in. | Mandatory | Pharmaceutical Industries | 02-03-2020 |
| Central | Prohibition On Export Of Any Personal Protection Equipment Or Masks Except Surgical Masks | 25-02-2020 | The export policy of personal protection equipments / masks was amended to add the following 10 feely exportable items: 1. Surgical Masks/Disposable Masks (2/3 Ply) 2. All Gloves except NBR Gloves. 3. All Ophthalmic instruments and appliances under ITCHS 901850 except Medical Goggles. 4. Surgical Blades. 5. Non-woven shoe covers (Disposable) 6. Breathing appliances used by Airmen, Divers, mountaineers or Firemen. 7. Gas masks with chemical absorbent for filtration against poisonous vapour, smoke, gases. 8. HDPE Tarpaulin / Plastic Tarpaulin 9. PVC Conveyor belt. 10. Biopsy Punch. The amendment clarified that export of all Personal Protection Equipment including N95 masks or other items not specified above, will remain prohibited. | Mandatory | Medical Equipment Manufacturer and Trader | No end date specified |
| Central | National Guidelines For Infection Prevention And Control In Healthcare Facilities | 31-01-2020 | The National Guidelines for Infection Prevention and Control in Healthcare Facilities has been formulated by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare to enable hospital administrators, clinical managers, doctors, nurses and allied professionals across the country to practise Infection Prevention and Control and develop their own policies and standard operating procedures. | Mandatory | Hospitals | Nursing Homes | Healthcare Centres | Diagnostic Centres including Collection Centres | No end date specified |
| Central | Additional Measures Introduced At Ports To Contain The Spread Of Covid 19 | 27-01-2020 | The Ministry of Shipping has directed all ports to undertake additional measures such as obtaining self declarations from crew and passengers arriving at such ports, placing signages in the area and procuring N-95 masks and personal protective equipment along with provision of control room, isolation ward and availability of ambulances. The Ministry also directed the Chairmen of all Major Ports to - i. provide a screening, detection and quarantine system for disembarking seafarer or cruise passengers. ii. procure thermal scanners from its own fund iii. create awareness about COVID 19 among passengers as well as port officials. | Mandatory | Shipping and port industries | No end date specified |
| Central | Guidelines On Rational Use Of Personal Protective Equipment For Health Care Workers And Others Working In Points Of Entries (Poes), Quarantine Centers, Hospital, Laboratory And Primary Health Care / Community Settings. | Undated | The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare have issued guidelines (undated) on rational use of Personal Protective Equipment for health care workers and others working in points of entries (POEs), quarantine centers, hospital, laboratory and primary health care / community settings. Personal Protective Equipments (PPEs) such as goggles, face-shield, mask, gloves, coverall/gowns (with or without aprons), head cover and shoe cover are protective gears designed to safeguard the health of workers by minimizing the exposure to a biological agent. The Guidelines have stipulated the type of PPE to be used at different points of entry such as Health Desk, Holding area/isolation facility, hospital settings such as doctors chambers, screening area etc, in patient services such as ICU/Critical Care, Other COVID treatment areas of the hospital etc. Here, the risk factor on a scale of high, medium, low has been indicated as well. The Guidelines have mandated that all items to be supplied need to be accompanied with certificate of analysis from national/ international organizations/labs indicating conformity to standards. | Mandatory | Hospitals, Healthcare Institutions, Pathology Laboratories | No end date specified |
| Central | Advisory On Use Of Hydroxy-Chloroquine | Undated | Advisory for use of hydroxy chloroquine by - healthcare workers - asymptomatic household contacts of laboratory confirmed cases | Advisory | Healthcare | No end date specified |
| Central | Icmr Formulates Guidelines For Uninterrupted Supply Of Reagents For Laboratories Doing Real Time (Rt)-Pcr Of Throat And Nasal Swab For Diagnosis Of Covid-19 | Undated | The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has issued guidelines for the procurement of reagents for Laboratories doing Real Time (RT)-PCR of Throat and Nasal Swab for diagnosis of COVID-19 wherein it has directed all laboratories certified by ICMR to procure VTM & RNA extraction kits through the states. The ICMR has further directed all laboratories involved in COVID 19 testing irrespective of receipt of reagents from ICMR to register themselves with ICMR (contact point is Dr Harpreet Singh, Ph. 9999496965). Thereafter, all data on COVID-19 testing is required to be entered in to the online portal of ICMR on daily and real time basis. | Mandatory | Healthcare | No end date specified |
| Central | The Ministry Of Health And Family Welfare Has Come Up With Guidelines On Disinfection Of Common Public Places Including Indoors (Offices) Outdoors And Public Toilets | Undated | The Ministry of Health and family Welfare has come up with guidelines on disinfection of common public places including offices. The guidelines will provide an interim guidance about the environmental cleaning /decontamination of common public places including offices in areas reporting COVID-19. It covers (i) Indoor areas including office spaces (ii) outdoor areas and (iii) public toilets. The guidelines also talk about: 1. The appropriate equipment required for cleaning, 2. Preparation of 1% sodium hypochlorite solution, 3. Handwashing techniques and 4. The correct procedure of wearing triple layer surgical mask | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Tamil Nadu | The Directorate Of Industrial Safety And Health, Government Of Tamil Nadu Issued Corona Virus Disease 2019 (Covid -19) Guidelines To The Factory Managements And Construction Establishments In The State Of Tamil Nadu | Undated | The Directorate of Industrial Safety and Health, Government of Tamil Nadu recently issued Corona Virus Disease 2019 (COVID -19) Guidelines to the Factory Managements and Construction Establishments in the State of Tamil Nadu which was uploaded on its website. The Guidelines are with regard to the outbreak of Corona Virus and issued for the strict adherence by the all factory managements and the BOCW establishments as below: 1. Provide personal protective equipments like prescribed nose mask, face shield / goggles, gloves, apron etc. 2. Provide facilities for safe disposal of the soiled nose mask, gloves, apron etc. 3. Provide facilities for drying clothing. 4. Promote frequent and thorough hand washing by providing workers, customers and worksite visitors with a place to wash their hands. If soap and running water are not immediately available, provide alcohol-based hand rubs containing at least 60% alcohol. 5. Encourage respiratory etiquette, including covering coughs and sneezes. 6. Employers should explore whether they can establish policies and practices, such as flexible worksites (e.g., telecommuting) and flexible work hours (e.g., staggered shifts), to increase the physical distance among employees and between the employees. 7. Discourage workers from using other workers phone, desks, offices or other work tools and equipment, when possible. 8. Avoid grouping of the workers or staff at work site for meetings as far as possible. 9. Employers should inform and encourage employees to self-monitor for signs and symptoms of COVID-19 if they suspect possible exposure. 10. Employers should develop policies and procedures for employees to report when they are sick or experiencing symptoms of COVID-19. The management shall allow such employees to avail their eligible leave under ESI scheme or any other leave entitled to them. 11. Maintain regular housekeeping practices, including routine cleaning and disinfecting of surfaces, equipment, and other elements of the work environment. 12. Maintain proper hygiene of Canteens/dining rooms. Food placed at buffet counters in canteens should be well protected from potential contamination. Staggered lunch timings may be explored to avoid all the workers gathering at a time at canteen. 13. Creches shall be specifically monitored and disinfected thoroughly in case of any doubt of contaminations. 14. Factories and BOCW Management having installed public address system may utilize the same for educating workers on the measures for preventing possible exposure of COVID-19. 15. Health provisions prescribed in chapter III of the Factories Act, 1948 and Chapter VII of The Building and Other Construction Workers Act, 1996 and related provisions of the Tamil Nadu Factories Rules, 1950 and Tamil Nadu BOCW Rules, 2006 should be strictly complied with. 16. Notwithstanding anything stated above, all factory managements and construction establishments shall ensure strict compliance of directions of the Department of Health and Family Welfare, Government of Tamil Nadu Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India. | Mandatory | Factories and Construction Establishments (BOCW) in Tamil Nadu | No end date specified |
| Uttar Pradesh | Standard Operating Procedure (Sop) For Transporting A Suspect/Confirmed Case Of Covid-19 | Undated | The SOP provides details and guidance on the following aspects: Transportation of patients Call Centre operations Ambulance services patient handling sanitation methods capacity building monitoring | Advisory | Healthcare | No end date specified |
| West Bengal | Advisory On Sanitization Of Workplace In View Of Covid-19. | Undated | Keeping Covid 19 in view the Labour Department, Government of West Bengal has, through a circular (undated), issued advisory on sanitization of workplace. Through such circular, the government has advised the following: 1. keeping workplace clean and hygienic. 2. making necessary arrangement for hand sanitizers, hand washes and masks for use by workers. 3. follow all necessary circulars, orders, advisories, news related to Covid 19 issued by the government from time to time. Along with this the government also shared posters of Do's and Don'ts to be displayed at main gate (big poster) and notice board (small poster). | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| West Bengal | Covid-19 Helpline For It Enabled Services | Undated | The Department of Information Technology and Electronics, Government of West Bengal has started a Helpline number 1800-1032-730 for IT/ ITeS Employees where any type of IT queries & incident/s must be reported. | Advisory | IT/ITES | No end date specified |
| Karnataka | Home Delivery Helpline To Service Many Areas In Bengaluru | Undated | To improve the efficacy of the lockdown and ensure that people are not compelled to step out of their houses to purchase even essential items, a home delivery helpline was launched by the Government of Karnataka. The home delivery helpline number is 080-61914960 | Advisory | Shops | No end date specified |
| Haryana | District Administration Gurgaon Releases Sop For Resuming Operations Of Industries And Organizations | Undated | The District Administration Gurgaon has released an SOP for resuming operations of industries and organizations. The SOP covers aspects of Sanitzation, Posters, Helpline and Training, Overlap of Shifts, removing hindrances to social distancing, use of face masks etc. It also lays out operating guidelines for uplifting the lockdown in Public spaces, Workspaces etc. For further details, please refer to the source document. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Ministry Of Health & Family Welfare Has Issued Guidelines For Home Isolation Of Very Mild/Pre-Symptomatic Covid-19 Cases | Undated | The Ministry of Health & Family Welfare (MOHFW) has issued guidelines for Home isolation of very mild/pre-symptomatic COVID-19 cases. The guidelines include:- 1. Eligibility for home isolation 2. When to seek medical attention 3. Timeline to discontinue home isolation The guideline also provide the format of the undertaking for self-isolation. Annexure II has a detailed guidelines for the caregiver under whose supervision the home isolation will take place. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Uttarakhand | Specimen Collection, Packaging And Transport Guidelines For 2019 Novel Coronavirus | Undated | The Indian Council for Medical Research has issued SOPs regarding specimen collection, packaging and transport guidelines for COVID-19 which are to be implemented by Government Health Authorities / hospitals / clinicians / laboratories planning to collect clinical samples for diagnosis of 2019-nCoV. | Mandatory | Healthcare | No end date specified |
| Uttarakhand | Guidelines On Disinfection Of Common Public Places Including Offices | Undated | The National Health Mission has issued guidelines on disinfection of indoor areas including office spaces, outdoor areas, public toilets and guide regarding proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). In addition to that, it also contains guidelines for preparation of 1% sodium hypochloride solution used for disinfection. | Advisory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Guidelines For Home Isolation Of Very Mild/Pre-Symptomatic Covid-19 Cases | Undated | Ministry of Home Affairs has issued certain guidelines for home isolation of very mild / pre-symptomatic COVID-19 cases. These guidelines are regarding who all are eligible for home isolation, when a person can seek medical attention, when to discontinue home isolation along with instructions for the patients as well as for care givers. In addition to that a "self declaration" undertaking form has been attached with the guidelines. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Central | Relief By Rbi For Msmes | Undated | The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced relief measures that will be beneficial for MSME sectors during the COVID-19 period. Some of these measures are - 1. Reduction of CRR 2. Rescheduling of payments falling due between March 1 to May 31, 2020 3. Ease of working capital financing up to 31st May, 2020 4. Classification as Special Mention Account (SMA) and Non-Performing Asset (NPA) 5. Extension of realization period of export process by a period of 15 months. | Mandatory | MSME Sector | Different end dates for different measures |
| Gujarat | Shops And Small Businesses To Resume From 26Th April, 2020 : Press Release | Undated | Shops and small businesses in Gujarat (outside containment zones) to resume operations with 50% staff while adhering to necessary safety and social distancing measures. Malls, complexes, barber shops, tea stalls, tobacco shops, restaurants and hotels to remain closed. Other shops and establishments may also resume. The shop owners shall not be required to obtain special license. The license obtained by them under the Gumastadhara shall be valid. IT and ITeS industries have been granted permission to resume work with 50% of staff and adequate safety measures; Market management committees whose tenure for operation has expired or those whose tenure will get expired by 31st July have been given an extension till 31st July, 2020. | Mandatory | All | 03-05-2020 |
| Haryana | Amendments To The Revised Guidelines Issued By Order No. 40-3/2020-Dm-1(A) Dated 24.04.2020 In Bhiwani District, Haryana | Undated | The District Magistrate of Bhiwani, Haryana in a recent Order referred to the amendments made by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) by its recent Order No, 40-3/2020-DM-1(A) dated 24.04.2020 and ordered that the following amendments are made to the guidelines and that strict compliance of the amendments be ensured in district Bhiwani, Haryana: The following Modification is made: I. In Sub-clause 1(x) the term 'shopping complexes' is replaced with 'market complexes within the limits of municipalities'. The following Inclusions are made (Permitted with the mentioned restrictions): I. Sub-clause (xiii) & (xiv) under Clause 14 on Commercial and private establishments are included: (xiii) All shops registered under the Punjab Shops and Commercial Establishment Act, 1958 (as applicable to Haryana) including shops in residential complexes and market complexes, except shops in multi-brand and single brand malls, outside the limits of municipalities, with 50% strength of workers with wearing of masks and social distancing being mandatory. (xiv) All shops, including neighbourhood shops and standalone shops, shops in residential complexes, within the limits of municipalities, registered under the Punjab Shops and Commercial Establishment Act, 1958 (as applicable to Haryana), except in market complexes and multi-brand and single brand malls, with 50% strength of workers with wearing of masks and social distancing being mandatory. | Mandatory | Shops, Shopping complex, market complex | 03-05-2020 |
| Haryana | Amendments To The Revised Guidelines In Faridabad, Haryana | Undated | The District Magistrate of Faridabad, Haryana has issued clarifications regarding opening of shops with respect to MHA order dated 24th April, 2020. According to the order, all shops in rural areas, except in shopping malls are allowed to be open. In urban areas, all standalone shops neighbourhood shops and shops in residential complexes are allowed to open in market / market places. shops in shopping malls are not allowed. In addition to that, e-commerce companies will continue to deliver essential goods only. Further, sale of liquor and other items will continue to be prohibited. Also, shops will not be permitted to open in areas (rural/urban) which are declared as contaminant zone. | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Odisha | The Cuttack Municipal Corporation Issued Detailed Guidelines For Shops That Are Allowed To Re-Open In Cuttack | Undated | The Cuttack Municipal Corporation vide an order has clarified and mentioned the types of shops that can open within the municipal jurisdiction of Cuttack 1. All shops including neighbourhood shops and standalone shops, shops in residential complexes are allowed to open. Shops in multi-brand and single brand malls are excluded 2. Sit in restaurants, pools, salons, gyms, will remain closed. Takeaway is however permitted. 3. Jewellery shops/ showrooms, will remain closed. 4. Sale and delivery by e-commerce companies will be permitted. 5. Sale of liquor, pan, tobacco, supari is prohibited. The non-essential stores to remain open from 11 AM to 5 PM. Wholesale stores for non-essential items will be allowed to function from 6 AM to 11 AM. The Shops which are wholesale cum retail can avail either one of the time slots ( 6 AM to 11 AM or 11 AM to 5 PM) but not both. All stores will function with 50% capacity and maintaining social distancing. Compulsory wearing of masks by staffs and customers. All stores must keep sanitizers for themselves and customers. Valid ID proof/trade licence copy should be used for travel | Mandatory | All | No end date specified |
| Telangana | Telangana State Pollution Control Board Publishes Guidelines For Handling, Collection And Disposal Of Bio-Medical Waste From Covid-19 Patients | Undated | The Telangana State Pollution Control Board has published guidelines / procedures for handling, collection, transportation and disposal of Bio-Medical waste generated from COVID-19 patients. Key guidelines / procedure are: - 1. Colour coded bins/bags for segregation of bio-medical waste. 2. PPEs such as goggles, face-shields, Hazmat suit, apron to be disposed in red bags. 3. Masks, head cover, shoe cover to be disposed in yellow bags. 4. Bags collected from COVID-19 patients to be marked as COVID-19 waste. 5. Separate records of bio-medical waste generated from COVID-19 patients to be maintained by Health Care Facilities. 6. COVID-19 waste should not be stored for more than 24 hours. The guidelines has also published the bio-medical waste facilities with contact number and areas of operation. | Mandatory | Health Care Facilities | No end date specified |
| Central | Mohfw Issued Guidelines For Health Care Facilities On Using Personal Protective Equipment | Undated | MOHFW issued additional Guidelines on rational use of Personal Protective Equipment for health care workers and others working in Non COVID hospitals and Non COVID treatment areas of a hospital which has a COVID block. The present guidelines is in addition to guidelines issued previously on Rational use of Personal Protective Equipment (https://www.mohfw.gov.in/pdf/GuidelinesonrationaluseofPersonalProtectiveEquipment.pdf). The guidelines describe the PPEs to be used in different settings such as Help desk/Registration counter, Doctor's chamber, pharmacy counters etc. Please refer to attached Guidelines for more details. | Advisory | Health Care Facilities (health care workers and others working in Non COVID hospitals and NonCOVID treatment areas of a hospital which has a COVID block) | No end date specified |
| Central | In View Of The Nationwide Lock Down Due To Covid-19, For The Benefit Of Stakeholders, The Tea Board Of India Revised The Dates For Submission Of Various Returns For The Month Of March 2020 And April 2020. | Undated | In view of the nationwide Lock down due to COVID-19, for the benefit of stakeholders, the tea board of India revised the dates for submission of various returns for the month of March 2020 and April 2020. The below mentioned compliances has revised timelines: 1. Production return (Form-E) under TMCO has been revised up to 31-05-2020. 2. Buyer Return (Form-F) under TMCO has been revised up to 31-05-2020. 3. Instant Tea Return under TMCO has been revised up to 31-05-2020 4. Ware House Return (Form M) under TWCO has been revised up to 31-05-2020 5. Export Return under TDECO has been revised up to 31-05-2020 6. Import Return under TDECO has been revised up to 31-05-2020 7. Annual Return under Tea Act has been revised up to 31-05-2020 8. CTM Logo permission under Certificate Trade/Copy right has been revised up to 31-05-2020 | Mandatory | Tea | 31-05-2020 |
| Central | The Tea Board Released A Standard Operating Procedure Guidelines For Tea Sector During Covid-19 Pandemic | Undated | Pursuant to the order dated 03-04-2020, the MHA, had allowed the tea industry to operate with maximum 50% of workers. Consequent to this, various tea producing states have allowed operations in tea gardens with 25% to 50% of workers on a shift basis. Thus, to ensure safe working conduits and to adopt the Health Ministrys guideline with regard to containment and spread of COVID-19, a standard operating procedure (SOP) are issued for the tea sector. These guidelines are only indicative and other additional measures if any, issued by the respective State Government/District Administration for the effective containment of COVID-19 shall have to be followed in letter and spirit. There are SOPS created for: 1. Plantations (Big Growers & Small Tea Grower 2. Processing/Manufacturing/warehousing/Packing & Transportation to/from Tea Unit | Mandatory | Tea | No end date specified |
| Central | The Shram Suvidha Portal Through Its Website Has Informed That Validity Of Licences Under Contract Labour (R&A) Act, 1970 And Inter-State Migrant Workmen (Cs&Re) Act, 1979 Are Extended Upto 31St May 2020 For The Licenses Whose Renewals Falls From March, 2020 To May 2020. | Undated | The Shram Suvidha Portal under the Ministry of Labour & Employment, Government of India through its Whats New section on its website has informed that in the view of the lockdown across India due to Covid-19, the validity of licences granted under the Contract Labour (R&A) Act, 1970 and The Inter-State Migrant Workmen (CS&RE) Act, 1979 are extended upto 31st May 2020 for those licenses whose renewal falls in the months of March, April & May 2020. However, the issuance of new licenses will continue as it is currently. | Mandatory | All | 31-05-2020 |
| Odisha | Advisory On Hygiene And Cleanliness At All Workplaces | Undated | The Health and Family Welfare Department of Odisha has issued an advisory for all workplaces with respect to maintenance of hygiene. Workplaces have been asked to - i. clean surfaces and objects such as desks, tables, telephones and keyboard with disinfectants ii. ensure thorough and frequent hand washing of employees iii. display posters promoting respiratory hygiene like coughing or sneezing into handkerchiefs and tissue paper iv. ensure provision of tissue paper and closed bins v. not to use biometric attendance machine | Advisory | All | No end date specified |