Statutory updates

Amendment to Customs Notification 45/2025

The Central Government amends notification No. 45/2025-Customs to increase the customs duty rate from 5% to 10% for specific goods listed in Table I.

Amendment to Customs Notification 57/2000

The Central Government amends notification number 57/2000-Customs, dated 8 May 2000.

Amendment to UAE CEPA Notification

The Central Government amends the notification number 22/2022-Customs dated 30 April 2022.

Clarification on Safe Harbour Rules for Sale of Rough Diamonds in Special Notified Zones

The Central Board of Direct Taxes has issued clarifications regarding the implementation of safe harbour rules for foreign mining companies selling raw diamonds in Special…

Clarification on Engagement of Pension Agents under PFRDA (Point of Presence) Regulations

The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority has issued guidelines to streamline the engagement of Pension Agents by Points of Presence (PoPs).

CPPIB India Private Holdings Inc. Acquisition of Ctrl S Datacenters Limited

The Competition Commission of India has approved the acquisition of up to 9 percent shareholding in Ctrl S Datacenters Limited by CPPIB India Private Holdings Inc.

Extension of incentive framework to grass-root Pension Agents for enrollments facilitated under NPS Sanchay

The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority has extended the incentive framework for NPS Sanchay enrollments to include specific grass-root pension agents.

Grant of Further extension of time to 138 candidates for joining the post of Nursing Officer in ESIC, selected through UPSC ( Offer of Appointment dated 21.01.2026 ) (English)

KYC Validation Trading Restrictions for Non-Compliant Clients

Trading members must restrict non-compliant clients whose KYC records remain on hold by KRAs from trading or squaring off open positions effective May 23, 2026.

Implementation Services by Investment Advisers in the IFSC

The International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA) has clarified the scope and execution channels for implementation services provided by Investment Advisers…

Approval of Kimberly-Clark Corporation Acquisition of Kenvue Inc.

The Competition Commission of India approves the acquisition of sole control over Kenvue Inc. by Kimberly-Clark Corporation.

Master Circular for Broker Dealers and Clearing Members

The IFSCA has issued a Master Circular consolidating regulatory requirements for Broker Dealers and Clearing Members operating in the International Financial Services Centre…

Approval of M/s Shree Hari Arogyam Foundation for Scientific Research

The Principal Chief Commissioner of Income Tax (Exemptions) has granted approval to M/s Shree Hari Arogyam Foundation for the purpose of 'Scientific Research' under clause (iia)…

Outcome of Reverse Book Building Process under regulation 17(3) of the Delisting Regulations of INDUSS FOOD PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENTS LIMITED

The Exchange announces the outcome of the Reverse Book Building Process for the delisting of Induss Food Products & Equipments Limited.

Central Motor Vehicles Sixth Amendment Rules 2026

The Central Government amends the Central Motor Vehicles Rules 1989 to update fitness testing and certification procedures for motor vehicles.

Notification of Inland Container Depot at Village Namli, Ratlam

The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs has amended notification No. 12/97-Customs (N.T.) to designate Village Namli, Ratlam, Madhya Pradesh, as a location for the…

Amendment to Customs Notification Regarding Village Namli, Ratlam

The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs amends notification number 12/97-Customs (N.T.) dated 2 April 1997.

Amendment of Appendix 2B [List of Agencies Authorised to issue Certificate of Origin (Preferential)] of Foreign Trade Policy, 2023-reg.