Maharashtra Government Formalizes PoSH Inspections to Boost Compliance
Maharashtra Government has empowered 12 officials to conduct inspections under the POSH Act, 2013 to strengthen workplace compliance.
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UGC Initiative for Strengthening Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and Forensic-Oriented Legal Education
UGC has issued a notification directing law institutions to strengthen the study of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita through deeper research, case studies, and integration of forensic-based learning into the curriculum.
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Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Act, 2026: Amendments to Damodar Valley Corporation Act, 1948 notified
The Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Act, 2026 introduces key changes to the Damodar Valley Corporation Act, 1948, effective from 1 June 2026 revising Section 53 to introduce stricter penalties for violations of Section 17, including fines up to Rs. 10 lakh per offence and additional daily fines for continuing non-compliance.
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IBBI Amendment Regulations 2026: Key Changes in Governing Board of Insolvency Professional Agency, Nominee Director & Independent Director
The IBBI (Amendment) Regulations, 2026 introduce key changes to the governance of insolvency professional agencies, including the addition of a nominee director, stricter eligibility criteria and tenure limits for independent directors, and a revised process for appointing or renewing the Managing Director.
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2 Crore Children Between 14 and 18 Are Out of School: Government Launches NIOS Initiative to Bring Them Back
The main aim of this initiative is to ensure that no child remains outside the education system and that all children are provided with opportunities for education, skill development, and a dignified future.
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Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Act, 2026: Amendments to Electricity Act, 2003 notified
The Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Act, 2026 introduces key changes to the Electricity Act, 2003, effective from 1 June 2026 revising penalties for damage to electrical works, increases fines for non-compliance with orders, and omits certain outdated provisions.
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Justice Varma Inquiry Report Submitted to Lok Sabha Speaker; Parliament to Deliberate Next
Judges’ inquiry report in the Justice Yashwant Varma case has been submitted to the Lok Sabha Speaker and findings will be tabled in Parliament in due course.
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Code on Wages (Central) Rules, 2026: Minimum Wages, VDA Revision, Working Hours, Weekly Rest and Everything Employers Need to Know
The Code on Wages (Central) Rules, 2026, establish a uniform framework for wage regulation in India ensuring fair pay aligned with cost of living, defining standard working conditions, and outlining the role of the Central Advisory Board in wage-related decisions.
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2 Days Work from Home, 50% Workforce in Office: Delhi’s Advisory to Employers to Cut Fuel Consumption
Delhi Labour Department issued an advisory on Work from Home policy to promote fuel conservation.
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Lakshadweep Fire & Emergency Service Regulation 2026: Key Features, Fire Safety, Tax & Compliance Overview
The Lakshadweep Fire and Emergency Service Regulation, 2026 establishes a structured fire and emergency service framework in the Union Territory to strengthen fire prevention, safety, and response.
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Four More Judges for the Supreme Court: President’s Ordinance Responds to India’s Mounting Case Backlog
Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Ordinance, 2026 has been notified, raising judge strength from 34 to 38 to address rising case pendency.
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Bar Council of India Bans 9 Law Colleges from Admissions for 2026—27 Session Due to Deficiencies
The notice is issued in the larger interest of maintaining standards of legal education and to ensure that students and public are not misled or prejudiced.
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Timely Wage Payments Now Mandatory for Ministries, CPSEs and Contractors
Govt has ordered strict compliance with timely wage payments across ministries, CPSEs, and contractors.
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Former CM, Now Advocate? Inside the BCI Notice Questioning Mamata Banerjee’s Appearance in Advocate Robes in Calcutta HC
BCI has issued a notice to the State Bar Council of West Bengal seeking details on Mamata Banerjee’s enrolment and legal practice status.
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CGPDTM Circular 2026: Promoting EV Adoption & Sustainable Commuting in IP Offices India
The circular issued on 11 May 2026 by the Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trademarks promotes sustainable commuting practices among Intellectual Property Office employees.
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Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions (Central) Rules, 2026 — Key Highlights & Compliance Guide
These Rules introduce mandatory online registration of establishments, free annual health check-ups for certain workers, strict reporting of accidents and dangerous occurrences, and defined working hours with overtime provisions.
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IFSCA (TechFin and Ancillary Services) (Amendment) Regulations, 2026 Explained: Key Amendments, Registration & Compliance in IFSCA India
The IFSC Authority has introduced a new framework for Trust and Company Services Providers under the 2026 amendment regulations mandating registration.
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SC Strengthens Case Management Through ICMIS Upgrade
SC upgrades ICMIS to streamline case management by automating data retrieval, reducing errors, boosting efficiency, and strengthening administration.
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Supreme Court Launches ‘Su‑Sahayak’ to Ease Public Access to Court Services
‘Su-Sahayak’, the Supreme Court’s interactive virtual guide, simplifying access to e-services and FAQs.
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MGNREGA Repealed, VB—GRAM-G Takes Over: India’s Rural Employment Framework Changes from 1 July 2026
Twenty-one years after MGNREGA established India’s statutory right to rural wage employment, the VB—GRAM-G Act, 2025 takes effect from 1 July 2026.
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