GSTAT Allows Leniency in Appeal Scrutiny Until July 2026
GST Appellate Tribunal has issued an order allowing lenient scrutiny of appeal documents on the GSTAT Portal for six months, limiting objections to substantive defects only.
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SEBI issued Master Circular on Social Stock Exchange
SEBI has issued a Master Circular to consolidate and streamline the entire regulatory framework for the Social Stock Exchange.
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Reimagining India’s Power Toward Viksit Bharat @2047: Ministry of Power releases Draft National Electricity Policy 2026 for public consultation
Power Ministry has issued draft National Electricity Policy 2026 which aims for a future-ready energy ecosystem that strengthens reliability, sustainability, and economic competitiveness.
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Comprehensive Overview of the Repealing and Amending Act, 2025: Repealed Laws & Major Amendments
The Repealing and Amending Act, 2025—effective from 20 December 2025—streamlines India’s legal framework by repealing 71 obsolete Acts and amending 4 major legislations. The repealed laws span from 1886 to 2023, including several parent Acts and numerous amending Acts related to arbitration, labour laws, banking, insolvency, constitutional orders, and regulatory reforms. Key amendments have also been introduced in the General Clauses Act, Code of Civil Procedure, Succession Act, and Disaster Management Act to ensure statutory clarity and coherence.
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Central Motor Vehicles (Second Amendment) Rules, 2026: Unpaid Toll Fees to Impact NOC, Fitness and Permits
MoRTH has amended Central Motor Vehicle Rules introducing unpaid user fee and strengthening the compliance towards user fee payment at the toll plazas on National Highways.
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Delhi HC amends rules to include ‘complainant’ and ‘victim’ within the term “parties” in criminal cases
“This amendment shall come into force from the date of its publication in the gazette.”
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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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Delhi High Court to sit on first and third Saturdays every month to reduce case backlog
The Delhi High Court issued the Notification on 15-01-2026.
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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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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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Foreign Exchange Management (Guarantees) Regulations, 2026 – Key Provisions, Exemptions & Reporting Requirements
Reserve Bank of India introduced the Foreign Exchange Management (Guarantees) Regulations, 2026, replacing the 2000 framework. These regulations govern cross-border guarantees by Indian residents under FEMA, 1999. They outline prohibitions, exemptions, conditions for acting as surety or principal debtor, and reporting requirements. The aim is to ensure compliance, transparency, and proper oversight of guarantees involving residents and non-residents.
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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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SEBI Introduces Digital Signature Certificate Integration for Seamless FPI Onboarding
SEBI has introduced a new Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) feature in the Common Application Form (CAF) portal, allowing Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) to complete registration and DSC application in one seamless process. This enhancement simplifies onboarding and promotes greater use of digital functionality.
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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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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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IFSCA Global In-House Centres Regulations 2025: Key Objectives, Eligibility & Registration Process
The International Financial Services Centres Authority (Global In-House Centres) Regulations, 2025 aim to position India’s IFSCs as global hubs for high-value financial services, create employment, and strengthen India’s role in the global financial value chain. These regulations outline eligibility, registration procedures, permissible services, and compliance requirements for setting up Global In-House Centres (GICs) in IFSCs.
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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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