CBIC issued clarification regarding applicability of GST on job work services, reimbursement of electricity charges
Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) via Circular No 206/18/2023-GST has issued clarification regarding applicability of Goods and Services Tax […]
RBI rolls out Master Direction on Information Technology Governance, Risk, Controls and Assurance Practices to regulate NBFCs/ CICs etc.; gains effect from 01.04.2024
The Reserve Bank of India (“RBI”) has rolled out the “Master Direction – Information Technology Governance, Risk, Controls and Assurance Practices” (“Master […]
MoEFCC notifies amendments to the Forest (Conservation) Act, effective 1.12.2023; clarifies the scope of applicability and exempts certain categories of land from the purview of the Act
The Forest (Conservation) Amendment Act, 2023 amending the Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980 has been given effect from 1st December, 2023. The Ministry […]
Intermediaries may face enhanced fines for data retention breaches from 30.11.2023: MEITY notifies implementation date for amendments to IT Act pursuant to Jan Vishwas Act, 2023
Pursuant to the Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Act, 2023 (please refer to the e-mails in trail), the Ministry of Electronics and […]
FSSAI directs FBOs to specify exact ingredients on labels/accompanying documents in Retail/Non-retail containers for fortified food products in sync with prescribed standards
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (“FSSAI”) has directed Food Business Operators (“FBOs”) to indicate / specify the exact ingredients […]
SC reinforces directions on bursting firecrackers during ensuing festive seasons in India; permits only ‘Green Crackers’ at designated time and places
The Hon’ble Supreme Court of India (“SC”) has passed an order dated 7th November 2023 (“Present Order”), in a matter where, direction […]
MoPNG invites comments on amendments to the Petroleum Rules till 15.12.23; introduces provisions for importing petroleum by air etc., proposes fees to be paid through online means only
The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoPNG) has proposed amendments to the Petroleum Rules, 2002 by way of rolling out the […]
As Air Quality Index in Delhi-NCR dips to Severe+ category; specified list of vehicles except EVs/CNG/BS-VI diesel vehicles stand restricted from plying; decisions for offices to WFH underway
CAQM (“Commission for Air Quality and Management”) has issued an Order to implement Actions under Stage IV (‘Severe+’ Air Quality) of the […]
E-commerce websites prohibited from accepting online orders or selling firecrackers in Punjab: only green crackers permitted to be sold and burst on specified days and time
With a view to mitigate the potentially harmful consequences of bursting firecrackers, which may adversely affect the respiratory health of vulnerable groups, […]
Employers in Madhya Pradesh mandated to grant paid holiday on 17th November, 2023 (under Representation of the People Act) on account of General Elections to Madhya Pradesh Legislative Assembly, 2023
The Labour Department of Madhya Pradesh has directed employers of all industrial and commercial undertakings and businesses to grant paid holiday to […]
MOEFCC amends Battery Waste Management Rules; definition of battery, producer stands amended and additional obligations cast on the part of battery producers, recyclers etc.
The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MOEFCC) has recently notified the Battery Waste Management (Amendment) Rules, 2023 (2023 Amendment) to […]
Companies (Incorporation) Third Amendment Rules, 2023 notified: eases process for insolvent companies with new management to shift registered offices across States
The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (“Ministry”) has notified the Companies (Incorporation) Third Amendment Rules, 2023 (“Amendment”) to further amend the Companies (Incorporation) […]