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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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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.

Personal Appearance of Government Officials Rules 2025

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Delhi High Court Issues Rules on Personal Appearance of Government Officials in Court Proceedings, 2025

The Delhi High Court has introduced the Personal Appearance of Government Officials in Court Proceedings Rules, 2025, applicable to all cases involving the government before the High Court, District Courts, and Tribunals under its supervision. The rules outline when officials must appear in person or via video conferencing, classify proceedings into evidence-based, summary, and non-adversarial categories, and emphasize respect and professionalism during hearings.

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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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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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Centre issues Directions to protect Aravalli Range and ban mining leases

Govt issues directions to protect Aravalli Range, imposing a ban on new mining leases and planning sustainable management to ensure ecological balance and stronger environmental governance.

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Corrigendum to Code on Social Security, 2020 Enforcement Dates: Clarity on EPS, EPF Provisions

Ministry of Labour and Employment issued a corrigendum to clarify enforcement dates under the Code on Social Security, 2020. It confirms earlier notifications from May 2023 and November 2025 regarding provisions related to the Employees’ Pension Scheme, 1995 and repeal of EPF Act clauses. The update ensures transparency and avoids ambiguity in compliance with Sections 15, 16, 143, and 164 of the Code.

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SPREE Circular is for awareness only; Compliance to take place once Social Security Code Rules Are Notified: ESIC Clarifies

ESIC issued a circular clarifying the intent of circular on 11-12-2025 and compliance under Social Security Code.

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DPIIT Introduces Digital Sponsorship Module for e-B4 Visa to Boost Ease of Doing Business

DPIIT has launched e-B4 Visa, an online module on NSWS to help Indian companies generate digital sponsorship letters for inviting foreign professionals.

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BCI Reforms Legal Education: Legislative and Plain Language Drafting Now Part of LL.B. Curriculum

BCI has notified the integration of Drafting of Legislation and Plain Language Drafting into Paper 21 under Schedule II, Part II(B) of the Rules of Legal Education, 2008 to enhance legal drafting skills.

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SEBI’s New Governance Provisions for Market Infrastructure Institutions (MIIs)

SEBI has notified governance provisions for Market Infrastructure Institutions to strengthen oversight.

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ESIC Circular on SPREE Initiative: Compliance Under Social Security Code

ESIC advised registration under Social Security Code, 2020 mandatory for all establishments but later clarified it was for SPREE awareness; compliance once rules are notified.

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CCI Directs Maharashtra Liquor Associations to Halt Anti-Competitive Practices

CCI issues a cease and desist order against anti-competitive trade practices against Maharashtra Liquor Associations and holds their office-bearers accountable for violating the rules of Competition Act.

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NRIs Re-KYC: SEBI Relaxes Geo-tagging, IP & GPS Checks for Digital KYC on Mobile App

SEBI has eased geo-tagging requirements for NRIs during digital re-KYC. NRIs can now complete due diligence without being physically in India. The updated app ensures security with random action prompts, time stamping, GPS verification against proof of address, and prevention of spoofed IP connections.

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Government Empowers SEBI as ‘Authorised Agency’ for Digital Securities Ecosystem

Finance Ministry designates SEBI as ‘authorised agency’ under IT Act, aligning regulation with digital platforms and online trading ecosystems.

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RBI Issues 7 Amendment Directions on Responsible Business Conduct & BSBD Account Rules Effective April 2026

Reserve Bank of India has announced seven amendment directions on Responsible Business Conduct, effective April 1, 2026. These changes aim to modernize Basic Savings Bank Deposit (BSBD) accounts, introducing free essential banking facilities, digital payment norms, and customer-friendly options to promote financial inclusion in a digital era.

Concentration Risk Management Amendment Directions

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RBI Revises Large Exposures and Intragroup Transactions Guidelines

RBI has issued Amendments to LEF and ITE Frameworks through the Commercial Banks — Concentration Risk Management Amendment Directions, 2025, clarifying prudential treatment and strengthening risk practices.