ESIC extends ESI contribution requirements for establishments in specified districts of Madhya Pradesh w.e.f. 1st October 2026
The Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (“ESIC”) has provided that the contributions from employers and employees of establishments in the entire area of […]
Legal Metrology (Packaged Commodities) Rules amended making vegetarian and non-vegetarian origin marking optional for certain products
The Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution has amended the Legal Metrology (Packaged Commodities) Rules, 2011 (“Principal Rules”) by publishing […]
Environment Ministry streamlines the procedure for utilization of sub-grade mineral generated from mining projects
The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has streamlined the procedure for utilization of sub-grade mineral generated from mining projects holding […]
Ministry of Finance specifies the electronic modes of payment under the Payment and Settlement Systems Act; banks or system providers must not impose any charge upon persons making or receiving payments through the specified modes
The Ministry of Finance has issued a notification, specifying the following electronic modes of payment under the Payment and Settlement Systems Act, […]
Central Government notifies 17th September 2026 as effective date of enhancement of EPFO Wage Ceiling from Rs 15000 to Rs 25000
The Ministry of Labour and Employment has notified 17th September 2026 as the date on which the wage ceiling of Rs.25000 per […]
Central Government specifies extension of timeline for surrender of unutilized TRQ Quantity allocated for import of raw sugar
The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (“DGFT”) extends the timeline for surrender of unutilised Tariff Rate Quota (“TRQ”) quantity allocated for import […]
Union Cabinet approves enhancement of EPFO Wage Ceiling from Rs 15000 to Rs 25000
The Union Cabinet has approved the proposal of the Ministry of Labour & Employment to enhance the wage ceiling for mandatory coverage […]
CAQM issues Guideline for Resumption of Operations in Closed Units; lays down actions / documents required for consideration of resumption of entities against which closure directions have been issued by CAQM
The Commission for Air Quality Management in National Capital Region and Adjoining Areas (“CAQM”) has issued a Guideline for Resumption of Operations […]
Consumer Protection (E-Commerce) Rules amended to strengthen disclosure, pricing, data usage and seller transparency requirements
The Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution has notified the Consumer Protection (E-Commerce) (Amendment) Rules, 2026 (“Amendment”), amending the Consumer […]
Timeline for filing quarterly and annual returns for FY 2025–26 by registered entities under E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2022 extended
The Central Pollution Control Board (“CPCB”) has extended the timeline for filing quarterly and annual returns by registered entities under the E-Waste […]
DGFT extends the timeline for one-time conversion of Advance Authorisation under SION E-52 to TRQ for import of Raw Sugar till 07.09.26
Directorate General of Foreign Trade (“DGFT”) through its notice dated 3rd September 2026 has extended the timeline for one-time conversion of Advance […]
Employers urged to settle long-pending EPF damages disputes under VISHWAS, 2026 at reduced penalty rates until 28th December, 2026.
The Ministry of Labour and Employment has issued a Press Information Bureau (“PIB”) release urging eligible establishments to settle long-pending Employees’ Provident […]