Drugs Thirteenth Amendment Rules revises the list of poisonous substances under ASU medicines
The Ministry of AYUSH has notified the Drugs (Thirteenth Amendment) Rules, 2026 (“Amendment”), which amend the Drugs Rules, 1945 (“Rules”). The Amendment […]
EPFO extends the due date for filing of Electronic Challan-cum-Return (ECR) and remittance of statutory contributions for the wage month of September 2026 up to 31.10.2026
Return (ECR) and remittance of statutory contributions for the wage month of September 2026. The filing can now be done by the […]
NPCI defers MDR implementation on select UPI P2M transactions to post-Diwali
The National Payments Corporation of India (“NPCI”) has informed that, in view of the festive season, the UPI and Services Steering Committee […]
GST – Multistate Registration Functionality Introduced
The GST Common Portal has introduced a “Multistate Registration” functionality, enabling taxpayers to apply for GST registration in multiple States/UTs under the […]
CPCB issues clarification regarding distinction between biodegradable and compostable plastics; both terms cannot be used interchangeably
The Central Pollution Control Board (“CPCB”) has issued a clarification regarding distinction between Biodegradable and Compostable Plastics. CPCB clarifies that Biodegradable and […]
Amendment to Employees’ Pension Scheme, 2026 revises wage ceiling and expands pension scheme coverage
The Ministry of Labour and Employment has now notified an amendment to the Employees’ Pension Scheme, 2026 (“EPS 2026”), revising the wage […]
CBDT extends filing of Tax Audit report from September 30, 2026 to October 21, 2026 and Income Tax Return from October 31, 2026 to November 21, 2026
The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has decided to extend the due date for furnishing the Return of Income for Assessment […]
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, […]