MCA enables companies to clear pending filings and opt for dormancy/closure via Companies Compliance Facilitation Scheme till 15.07.2026
The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (“MCA”) has introduced Companies Compliance Facilitation Scheme, 2026 (CCFS-2026) to give a one-time opportunity to allow companies […]
Drugs (Amendment) Rules, 2026 revise endotoxin testing standards, introduce competent person supervision in specified sale licences and clarify Schedule H exclusions
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has notified the Drugs (Amendment) Rules, 2026 (“Amendment”) which amends the Drugs Rules, 1945 (“Principal Rules”). […]
SEBI constitutes a Working Group to review regulatory framework governing ESG Rating Providers
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (“SEBI”) has constituted a Working Group to review the regulatory framework governing ESG Rating Providers […]
Ministry of Labour and Employment issues the Compliance Handbook for Employers under the Four Labour Codes
The Ministry of Labour and Employment (“MOLE”) has issued the Compliance Handbook for Employers under the Four Labour Codes (“Compliance Handbook”). The […]
CCPA passes order against an e-commerce entity concerning the listing and sale of non-compliant BIS standard toys on their platforms; dated 13.02.2026
In a suo moto case against an e-commerce entity, the Central Consumer Protection Authority (“CCPA”) has passed an Order on 13th February […]
Industrial Relations Code (Amendment) Act, 2026 received assent of the President on 16th February 2026 clarifying the functioning of the Tribunals and statutory authorities under the repealed Acts
The Industrial Relations Code (Amendment) Act, 2026 (“Amendment Act”) has received assent of the President on 16th February 2026 andgained retrospective effect […]
CPCB launches Single Sign-On (SSO) Portal for accessing all EPR Portals; effective immediately
The Central Pollution Control Board (“CPCB”) has launched Single Sign-On (“SSO”) Portal to facilitate access between all the following Extended Producer’s Responsibility […]
CBDT seeks inputs and suggestions on the proposed Income Tax Rules, 2026 from the stakeholders and members of public up to 22nd February 2026
The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has published a draft of proposed Income Tax Rules, 2026 and Forms (“Draft Rules”) to […]
Ministry of Labour issues Draft Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions (Metalliferous Mines) Regulations, 2026; proposes safety measures for metalliferous mines
The Ministry of Labour and Employment (“Ministry”) has issued the Draft Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions (Metalliferous Mines) Regulations, 2026 (“Draft […]
RBI issues Registration, Exemptions and Framework for Scale Based Regulation (Amendment) Directions, 2026; proposes to exempt NBFCs ‘not availing public funds and not having customer interface’ from registration requirement
The Reserve Bank of India (“RBI”) has published draft Amendment Directions for exemption from registration to eligible NBFCs ‘not availing public funds […]