On October 16, 2024, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) introduced a significant new initiative aimed at enhancing liquidity for investors in debt securities and this is effective from November 1, 2024. SEBI implemented a facility known as the “Liquidity Window.” This new framework will enable investors to sell their listed bonds or […]
Read More →The National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) has taken a significant step towards ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for children by releasing comprehensive guidelines for preventing bullying and cyberbullying in schools. The guidelines provide a roadmap for schools and educational institutions to create a positive and inclusive learning space. Applicability: These guidelines […]
Read More →On October 8, 2024, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) introduced new compliance guidelines for Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs). These updated rules are designed to improve transparency, prevent any misuse of regulations, and ensure that AIFs and their investors strictly adhere to the established legal requirements. The new regulations are effective immediately and […]
Read More →This list provides hands on information of the laws that have been notified by the Government both at Central and State levels during recent times along with their scope and applicability: Name of Legislation Geographical Applicability Effective Date Category Applicability Summary Electric Fence Energizers (Quality Control) Order, 2024 Central 19-11-2024 Regulatory Laws Electric Fence Energizers […]
Read More →Ministry of Ayush has published the Drugs (Fifth Amendment) Rules, 2024 dated 28th October, 2024. In exercise of the powers conferred by sub-section (2) of section 6, sections 12, 33 and 33N of the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940 (23 of 1940), the Central Government, after consultation with the Ayurvedic, Siddha, Unani Drugs Technical Advisory […]
Read More →The Ministry of MSME has received multiple requests from various organizations for using its logo in events related to the MSME sector both within India and internationally. Organisations here includes any establishments, offices and officers of the M/o MSME, Indian Embassies / Missions abroad, Industry Associations, Non-Government Organization (NGOs), Not for Profit Organization etc. The […]
Read More →Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (A Statutory Authority established under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006) has issued an advisory for strengthen compliances and safeguard interest of consumer. E-commerce in the food sector is growing, making compliance by food business operators important for food safety, quality, and authenticity. It creates transparency and trust, […]
Read More →As per the order E-File No. RCD-02001-9-2021-Regulatory-FSSAI (E-2960) dated 29th November, 2024 issued by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), it has been decided that ‘’Packaged Drinking Water and Mineral Water’’ (for which Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) certification was mandatory prior to first Amendment Regulations, 2024 dated 17th October 2024 will […]
Read More →In Line with the provisions mentioned under RBI’s notification (DOR.NBFC (HFC).CC.No.118/03.10.136/2020-21) on the regulatory framework for Housing Finance Companies, all HFCs must meet the following conditions as principal business criteria to operate as an HFC in India. The majority of Financial Assets to be in Housing Finance At least 60% of the company’s total assets […]
Read More →Introduction The Food Safety and Standards (Licensing and Registration of Business) Regulations, 2011, play a vital role in ensuring that food businesses in India operate in compliance with safety standards. These regulations, implemented by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), aim to establish a framework for the licensing and registration of food […]
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