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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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Finance Ministry has notified an increase in excise duty on tobacco products, applicable from February 2026.
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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 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 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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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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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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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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On 24 December 2025, the India International Arbitration Centre (IIAC) notified the Transaction of Business of Committees Regulations, 2025 to streamline and formalize the internal governance of its committees. The regulations outline procedures for committee meetings, notice requirements, quorum, agenda circulation, and record-keeping.
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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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Malaysia announces Legal Profession Publicity Rules 2025 to regulate ethical publicity by lawyers effective from January 2026.
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Government has notified Colliery Control (Amendment) Rules, 2025 to simplify approval process for opening coal mines.
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Gujarat Govt amends Shops and Establishments Act, revising employment and service conditions for establishments with 20 or more workers.
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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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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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Securities Markets Code, 2025 was tabled in Lok Sabha that proposes to unify laws relating to securities market, strengthen investor protection, streamline regulation, and foster innovation with digital tools and regulatory sandboxes.
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ESIC issued a circular clarifying the intent of circular on 11-12-2025 and compliance under Social Security Code.
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Artificial Intelligence (Ethics and Accountability) Bill, 2025 introduces a robust framework to ensure ethical AI use in India. It addresses challenges like algorithmic bias, misuse of surveillance, and lack of transparency by establishing an independent Ethics Committee, enforcing strict compliance standards, and prescribing penalties for violations.
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Madhya Pradesh has notified the Shops and Establishments (Second Amendment) Act, 2025, introducing digital registration, a Central Inspection System, and streamlined compliance processes.
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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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