Central Motor Vehicles Amendment Rules 2026
Legislation UpdatesRules & Regulations

Government has amended the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989, recognising E100 fuel in various emission-related provisions, extending certain emission norms to vehicles up to 3,500 kg, and carrying out a series of technical corrections to fuel and emission standards.

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3% DA and DR hike 2026
Cabinet DecisionsLegislation Updates

Union Cabinet has approved a 3% DA and DR hike, increasing the rate from 60% to 63% with effect from 1 July 2026.

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Maharashtra Lifts Escalators and Moving Walks Act
Legislation UpdatesNotifications

Maharashtra Government has notified 1 November 2026 as the date on which the Maharashtra Lifts, Escalators and Moving Walks Act, 2017 will come into force across the State, introducing a dedicated framework for the licensing, inspection, safety and regulation of lifts, escalators and moving walks.

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CGST Amendments Finance Act 2026
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Centre has notified 1 November 2026 as the commencement date for key GST amendments introduced through Sections 153 to 155 of the Finance Act, 2026, bringing into force revised provisions relating to post-supply discounts, credit notes and GST refunds under the CGST Act.

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MSMER 2023 denotified
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NMC has withdrawn the Maintenance of Standards of Medical Education Regulations, 2023, while preserving ADR filing requirements and existing approvals, rights, obligations and pending proceedings.

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IRDAI Recalibrating Economics Insurance Distribution
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IRDAI has released a consultation paper proposing a comprehensive restructuring of insurance distribution by simplifying distribution architecture, recalibrating commissions and expenses, strengthening consumer safeguards, curbing mis-selling and expanding digital platforms such as Bima Sugam.

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funeral expenses 20000
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ESIC has notified ₹20,000 as the amount payable towards funeral expenses to eligible family members or other eligible claimants of a deceased insured person under the Code on Social Security, 2020.

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EPS wage ceiling ₹15000
Legislation UpdatesNotifications

Central Government has amended the Employees’ Pension Scheme, 2026, fixing the pensionable wage ceiling at ₹15,000 per month for calculating contributions under the Scheme.

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BCI AIBE-XXII syllabus
Legislation UpdatesNotifications

AIBE-XXII syllabus is out, prescribing 100 questions across 19 legal subjects, with Constitutional Law, CPC and Criminal Procedure carrying the highest weightage.

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DPDP Removal of Difficulties Order
Legislation UpdatesNotifications

Centre has issued a removal-of-difficulties order under the DPDP Act, 2023, clarifying consent requirements for persons with disabilities and specifying that periodic audits by Significant Data Fiduciaries are “data audits”.

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EPFO ECR Deadline
Legislation UpdatesNotifications

EPFO has extended the due date for filing the Electronic Challan-cum-Return (ECR) and remittance of statutory provident fund contributions for the wage month of September 2026 from 15 October 2026 to 31 October 2026.

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Legislation Roundup September 2026
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From wider EPFO coverage and stronger consumer safeguards to tax changes and new financial regulations, explore the key legal and policy developments shaping compliance in September 2026.

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Special Deposit Scheme interest rate
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Government has retained the interest rate on deposits under the Special Deposit Scheme for Non-Government Provident, Superannuation and Gratuity Funds at 7.1% for the October-December 2026 quarter.

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RBI repo rate hike October 2026
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RBI has raised the repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.50% and changed its monetary policy stance from “neutral” to “calibrated tightening” amid rising inflationary pressures and global uncertainties.

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Tamil Nadu shops open 365 days
Legislation UpdatesNotifications

Tamil Nadu has extended the exemption allowing shops and establishments to remain open throughout the year for a further period of three years, subject to employee welfare, working-hour and safety safeguards.

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EPF Members Eligible for EPS
Legislation UpdatesNotifications

Government has amended the Employees’ Pension Scheme, 2026, to include certain EPF members within the pension scheme where their wages fall within the newly notified wage ceiling.

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RBI FEMA Export and Import Regulations Amendment
Legislation UpdatesRules & Regulations

RBI has revised the Foreign Exchange Management (Export and Import of Goods and Services) Regulations, 2026, shortening the timelines for export proceeds realisation and granting Authorised Dealers powers to handle certain legacy export-import and merchanting trade transactions.

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Advocates-on-Record Examination December 2026
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Supreme Court has announced the AOR Examination 2026 for eligible re-appearing candidates, with examinations scheduled at New Delhi on 19, 20, 22 and 23 December 2026 and applications open from 1 to 15 October 2026 on payment of a ₹750 examination fee.

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import duty cut on edible oils
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Government has reduced the Basic Customs Duty (BCD) on major imported crude edible oils, including sunflower, soybean and palm oil, to moderate domestic prices, provide relief to consumers and contain inflationary pressures.

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FSSAI proposes restrictions on analogue paneer
Legislation UpdatesRules & Regulations

FSSAI has released draft regulations proposing to prohibit the use of the term “paneer” for products made from constituents not derived from milk, with the objective of preventing consumers from being misled about the nature and composition of such products.

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