Overview of Environmental (Protection) Fund Rules, 2026
Environment Ministry has notified the Environmental Protection Fund Rules, 2026, which govern the collection, allocation, and utilization of environmental penalties.
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UGC Issues Guidelines for Mental Health and Well-Being in Higher Educational Institutions
UGC has issued Uniform Mental Health and Well-Being Guidelines, a step towards creating safer, supportive, and resilient higher-education campuses, and strengthening the mental-health policy framework for HEIs.
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Towards safer, gender inclusive workplaces and modern labour laws: Delhi Shops and Establishments (Amendment) Bill, 2026
Delhi Shops and Establishments (Amendment) Bill, 2026 aims to modernize labour laws, ensuring safer, inclusive workplaces with updated hours and stronger protections.
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Ensuring Transparency and Athlete Representation: National Sports Governance (National Sports Bodies) Rules, 2026
Sports Ministry has notified the National Sports Governance (National Sports Bodies) Rules, 2026, introducing a framework to ensure transparency, accountability, gender equality, and athlete participation in sports governance.
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Mandatory Service Charge Declared Illegal: CCPA Penalizes Restaurants Across India
CCPA has enforced consumer protection law against 27 restaurants; automatic service charge deemed illegal, penalties imposed to curb unfair trade practices.
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Key FAQs on Social Security Code 2020: Clarifications for Modern Workforce Needs
Labour Ministry issues FAQs on Social Security Code to clarify gratuity rules, maternity benefits, gig worker coverage, and compliance for India’s modern workforce.
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SEBI (Stock Brokers) Regulations, 2026: Key Provisions and Implications
SEBI has announced the SEBI (Stock Brokers) Regulations, 2026, outlining key provisions on registration, compliance, conduct, fees, and investor protection.
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AIBE-XX Results Declared: 69.21% Pass Rate, Next Exam on June 7, 2026
BCI has announced the AIBE XX results with a 69.21% pass rate and confirmed that the next AIBE exam will be held on June 7, 2026, with registration starting on February 11.
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State Legislation Roundup 2025: Key Laws, Amendments, and Policy Shifts Across States and UTs
With 2025 behind us, this state legislation roundup revisits the year’s defining legislative strides as States and UTs advanced governance through impactful laws and amendments, driving gender reforms, transparency, and digitalization.
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December 2025 State Legislation Roundup: Major Laws, Amendments & Policies You Must Know!
In December, states and UTs rolled out key reforms including Gujarat’s Shops and establishment reform, Rajasthan’s decriminalisation ordinance, and Karnataka’s police service revamp.
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UIDAI hikes Aadhaar PVC Card Fee: New Rates Effective January 2026
UIDAI has increased the Aadhaar PVC card service fee from ₹50 to ₹75 marking the first price revision since its introduction in 2020, effective from January 2026.
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All you need to know about the Draft Rules under India’s Four Labour Codes
Labour Ministry has released draft rules for four labour codes: Wages, Social Security, Occupational Safety & Health, and Industrial Relations, outlining key changes for employers and workers.
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Cigarettes to burn holes in your pocket from Feb 2026: Govt raises Excise Duty on tobacco products
Finance Ministry has notified an increase in excise duty on tobacco products, applicable from February 2026.
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FAQs on the Labour Codes: Everything Employers and Employees Need to Know!
Labour Ministry has issued FAQs on the Labour Codes to clarify provisions, address compliance requirements, and dispel myths, ensuring smooth implementation of these reforms.
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MeitY Advisory to Social Media Platforms on Unlawful Online Content: Compliance Under IT Act & Rules
MeitY has issued an advisory directing intermediaries and social media platforms to prevent hosting, sharing, or transmission of obscene, indecent, sexually explicit, paedophilic, or otherwise unlawful online content; directing to remove them within 24 hours.
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NHAI’s New FASTag Policy: No KYV Needed for FASTags From February 2026
NHAI announced the discontinuation of KYV for FASTags, simplifying activation rules and easing highway travel for millions of commuters, effective 1-2-2026.
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CBSE Withdraws Jaipur’s Neerja Modi School’s affiliation After 9-Year-Old Student’s Death – How Students Will Be Affected
In November 2025, a Class IV student fell from the fourth floor of the school building and succumbed to injuries. CBSE withdrew affiliation of Neerja Modi School noting gross violations of mandatory child safety norms by the School.
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Foreign Investment in Indian Insurance: What Changed Under the Indian Insurance Companies (Foreign Investment) Amendment 2025 Rules?
Finance Ministry has notified Indian Insurance Companies (Foreign Investment) Amendment Rules, 2025, aligning FDI norms with modern frameworks to enhance clarity, flexibility, and governance.
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Aadhaar authentication compulsory for NMNF benefits; Farmers to receive ₹4,000 per acre annually for 2 years
Agriculture Ministry mandates Aadhaar authentication for farmers to access benefits under NMNF Scheme, ensuring transparency and efficient delivery of ₹4,000 per acre incentive.
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Malaysian Bar Council Issues Updated Publicity Rules 2025 for Lawyers
Malaysia announces Legal Profession Publicity Rules 2025 to regulate ethical publicity by lawyers effective from January 2026.
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