MCA introduces Change Request Form (CRF) in its V3 portal; to be used only under exceptional circumstances for purposes which cannot be catered through any existing form /services/ functionality
In a recent Circular, the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has informed the availability of a web-based Change Request Form (“CRF”) in […]
Compulsory insurance under Payment of Gratuity Act in Karnataka: What You Need to Know?
If you are an existing employer operating from Karnataka, chances are that you need to obtain an insurance policy to secure against […]
RBI directs Upper & Middle Layer NBFCs to streamline internal compliance monitoring function
The Reserve Bank of India (“RBI”) has issued a Notification on “Streamlining of Internal Compliance monitoring function – leveraging use of technology” […]
EPFO introduces Digital Joint Request format for all new cases of enhanced EPF contributions under Employees’ Provident Fund Scheme
With a view to reduce time and paper consumption, the Employees’ Provident Fund Organization has issued a format for making a Joint […]
Now, Ministry of Corporate Affair’s incorporation related services can also be accessed through the National Single Window System (NSWS)
In a recent announcement by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (“MCA”) we have been informed that a company’s incorporation related services can […]
To align with provisions of the Companies Act, 2013, ICSI rolls out revised Secretarial Standard on Meetings of Board of Directors (SS-1) and General Meetings (SS-2) effective 01.04.2024
The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (“ICSI”) has rolled out the revised Secretarial Standard-1 (Secretarial Standard on Meeting of the Board […]
Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Amendment Bill, 2024 introduced in Rajya Sabha; proposes extended timelines and removal of conciliation option for sexual harassment complaints
The Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Amendment Bill, 2024 (“Bill”) was introduced in the Rajya Sabha with […]
Environment Ministry invites public comment on the Draft Environment Audit Notification
The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (“MoEFCC”) has proposed to issue Draft Environment Audit Notification (“Draft notification”). The Draft Notification […]
Labour Ministry issues Advisory to drive gender equality and women’s participation in the workforce
Ministry of Labour and Employment (“Ministry”) has issued an Advisory for employers, aimed at fostering gender equality and increasing participation of women […]
Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Amendment Bill introduced in Rajya Sabha; aiming to rationalize criminal provision
The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Amendment Bill, 2024 (“Bill”) has been introduced by Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change […]
Health Ministry permits the sale of Oseltamivir Phosphate and Zanamivir akin to Schedule H1 drugs, with restrictions on sale and export regulated by the Government and DCGI
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has issued a Notification dated February 5, 2024, revoking an earlier Notification dated February 17, 2017 […]
Environment Ministry amends the Environment (Protection) Rules, 1986 related to effluent standards for ‘Man-made Fibre Industry’
The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (“MoEFCC”) has issued Environment (Protection) Amendment Rules, 2024 (“Amendment Rules”). The Amendment Rules seeks […]