Shubhi, Author at SCC Times

SEBI’s Master Circular on ESG Ratings: Strengthening Governance and Transparency in India’s Financial Markets

SEBI sets new standards for ESG Ratings to boost investor confidence and transparency.

Denmark Guidelines 2025 on gender equality

A close look at Denmark Guidelines 2025 boosting gender equality

New Denmark’s 2025 Guidelines on the ‘possibilities of derogating from the principle of equal treatment between women and men’ under reformed Equal Treatment and Equality Acts strengthening equal opportunities across sectors.

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Electronic Evidence & Video Conferencing: Delhi High Court’s 2025 Rules redefine Digital Justice

Delhi’s legal system reinforces efficiency and judicial integrity through digital proceedings under Electronic Evidence and Video Conferencing Rules 2025

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A push towards Green Investments: IREDA bonds granted Section 54EC tax benefit status

CBDT grants Section 54EC tax-exempt status to IREDA bonds allowing up to ₹50L capital gains exemption for investments in independent renewable energy projects.

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Understand RBI’s Pre-payment Charges Directions 2025: Empowering Borrowers and Streamlining Lending Norms

The new RBI Directions on Pre-payment charges safeguard borrowers by removing loan pre-payment fees, promoting fairer banking for individuals and MSEs from January 2026.

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Waqf property management via Centralised Digital Portal: A look at the Unified Waqf Rules 2025

In a step towards strengthening Waqf governance through a Unified Digital Portal System to oversee registration, accountability, and management by Waqf Board, the Centre has notified the Unified Waqf Rules 2025.

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State Legislation Roundup June 2025 | Ladakh’s Reservation Law, Puducherry’s eSakshya, Delhi’s Gaming Tax Rules, Haryana’s Litigation Policy & Beyond

Catch up on the latest state-level legal developments from June 2025, featuring Ladakh’s reservation reform, key GST ordinances, Puducherry’s e-Sakshya digital rollout, and other impactful state laws. From updated labour safety rules to new policies on education, public service promotions, and digital governance, this State legislation round-up showcases the growing shift toward transparency, inclusivity, and tech-enabled reform.

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Digital portal to drive Extended Producer Responsibility in Hazardous Waste Rules 2025

Central Pollution Control Board introduces Extended Producer Responsibility for Scrap Management

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Motor Vehicle Aggregators Guidelines 2025: Discover what’s noteworthy!

MoRTH unveiled new Aggregator rules raising ride fares while reinforcing driver and passenger safety through mandatory insurance, tech checks, and tougher compliance standards.

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Think before you click ‘Enrol’! Understand BCI’s stance on Unapproved Online/Distance LL.M.

BCI has issued a firm directive to institutions offering unapproved LL.M. programmes, declaring them void from inception and warning of legal action to uphold the integrity of legal education.

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No water tax on farmers under M-CADWM: Centre rebuts false media claims

Ministry of Jal Shakti has responded to false media claims regarding the imposition of a water tax on farmers under the M-CADWM scheme, clarifying that these claims are unfounded and misleading.

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South Africa enacts Plant Breeders’ Rights Act to strengthen protection of plant varieties

Following South Africa’s President assent, the long-awaited Plant Breeders’ Rights Act, 2018 officially comes into force from June 1, 2025, after years of preparation.

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LL.M. via Online, Distance, or Hybrid Mode Unauthorised: BCI warns Law Schools

BCI has issued compliance directive on online/distance LL.M. programmes.

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SEBI brings all Passive Breaches under one rebalancing framework

Timelines for Rebalancing of Portfolios of Mutual Fund Schemes revised to encompass all Passive Breach categories.

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Telecom Cyber Security set to strengthen as Centre plans mobile verification and IMEI Controls

Telecom Department notifies proposed telecom cyber security amendment to introduce mobile number validation, expanding compliance to TIUEs, and tightening control over IMEI-linked devices.

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FSSAI sets the record straight on alcoholic beverages under 2025 framework

FSSAI has notified new standards for ready-to-drink beverages and other alcoholic products.

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No More Paperwork! Govt mandates e-filing for all Debt Recovery cases before DRTs and DRATs

Finance Ministry notified ‘DRTs and DRATs Electronic Filing (Amendment) Rules, 2025’ to introduce digitalisation way of filing before Debt Recovery Tribunal.