Strengthening Cybersecurity: RBI’s New Directions for Non-Bank Payment System Operators in India
RBI has established a baseline for security measures through its new Master Direction on bolstering cyber security[1] specifically targeting non-bank Payment System […]
Public comments invited on draft amendments to Chhattisgarh Shops and Establishments Rules by 16th March, 2025; proposes consent, safety measures and security arrangements for engaging women in night shifts
The Chhattisgarh Government has published draft amendments to Chhattisgarh Shops and Establishments (Regulation of Employment and Conditions of Service) Rules, 2021. The […]
CDSCO launches SUGAM portal module for cosmetic variant approvals: mandates online submissions for manufacturers and importers from 22nd February, 2025
In line with the implementation of e-governance, the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (“CDSCO”) receives various applications for the registration and import […]
Public comments invited on the draft Haryana Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Rules by 19th March, 2025; mandates workplace inclusion, gender-sensitive facilities and anti-discrimination measures in workplaces
The Government of Haryana has published the Draft Haryana Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Rules, 2024 (“Draft Rules”), with a view to […]
SEBI mandates adherence to industry standards for minimum information disclosure to audit committee and shareholders for related party transaction approvals
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (“SEBI”) has issued a Circular mandating listed e|ntities to comply with the Industry Standards on […]
Key amendments proposed under direct and indirect taxes in the Finance Bill, 2025-26
Finance Bill, 2025 has been introduced in the Lok Sabha on 01st February, 2025 and has proposed various amendments under Direct and […]
Kerala overhauls centralized inspection system for factories (KCIS portal): proposes to streamline compliance and enhance transparency in industrial and labour law monitoring
The Labour Department of Kerala (“Department”) has revised the Kerala Centralized Inspection System (“KCIS”) as part of Business Reform Action Plan 2018-19 […]
RBI issues Master Direction – Reserve Bank of India (Access Criteria for NDS-OM) Directions, 2025 in suppression of previous Directions dated 18.10.2024
The Reserve Bank of India has issued the Master Direction – Reserve Bank of India (Access Criteria for NDS-OM) Directions, 2025 (“Master […]
Public comments invited on draft Legal Metrology (Packaged Commodities) Amendment Rules, 2025 by 12th March, 2025
The Ministry of Consumer Affairs has published the Draft Legal Metrology (Packaged Commodities) Amendment Rules, 2025 (“Draft Amendment”) with a view to […]
SEBI issues guidelines on AI usage; Entities Using AI/ML Tools Responsible for Data Security, AI generated Outputs and Compliance with applicable laws
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (“SEBI”) has issued a SEBI (Intermediaries) (Amendment) Regulations, 2025 (“Amendment, 2025”) to further amend the […]
EPFO further extends compliance deadline for UAN activation and Aadhaar seeding till 15th February 2025
The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (“EPFO”), has further extended the deadline for activating the Universal Account Number (“UAN”) and seeding of Aadhaar […]
MeitY notifies Aadhaar Authentication for Good Governance (Social Welfare, Innovation, Knowledge) Amendment Rules, 2025; introduces streamlined application and approval for private sector use of Aadhar for authentication
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (“MeitY”) has notified the Aadhaar Authentication for Good Governance (Social Welfare, Innovation, Knowledge) Amendment Rules, […]