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FSSAI classifies packaged drinking water as ‘High Risk Food Category’, Post-Omission of Mandates BIS Certification

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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 […]

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Change in Frequency of Principal Business Criteria (PBC) for HFCs

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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 […]

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Food Safety and Standards (Licensing and Registration of Business) Regulations, 2011

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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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Extension of timeline for registration of Unregistered Entities providing M2M services (TRAI)

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The Networks and Technologies Division of Department of Telecommunications under Ministry of Communications has issued a notification letter on 30th September, 2024 extending the registration period for registration of the unregistered entities who are providing M2M (Machine to Machine) services and/or WLAN (Wireless Local Area Network)/WPAN (Wireless Personal Area Network) connectivity for M2M services till […]

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RBI’s Directive on Non-Resident Issuing Guarantees

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Background: On October 4, 2024, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) issued an important directive to address irregularities in guarantees provided by non-residents to Indian entities. The circular highlighted cases where instruments such as Standby Letters of Credit (SBLCs) and performance guarantees were issued by non-residents without adhering to FEMA regulations. These violations raised concerns […]

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Brief Overview – Payment of Bonus Act, 1965

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Introduction The Bonus Act mandates the payment of bonuses to eligible employees in certain establishments. Its primary objective is to share profits with employees and promote industrial peace. The acts covers all the factory workers and the person employed in the railways or is in contract with railways. It also includes skilled and unskilled workers, […]

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Bird’s eye view of recent notified laws (IV Edition)

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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 Category Scope of Applicability Effective Date Biological Diversity Rules, 2024 Central Environment, Health and Safety Laws, Regulatory Laws The […]

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Guidelines for Sanitary Waste Management: Complying with Solid Waste Management Rules, 2016

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Introduction Guidelines for sanitary waste management is crucial for maintaining public health, preventing environmental pollution, and promoting sustainable development. Applicability These rules shall apply to the following: Every urban local body Outgrowths in urban agglomerations Census towns as declared by the Registrar General and Census Commissioner of India Villages with population more than 3000 Notified […]

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Exemption for IT and ITES Establishments in Uttar Pradesh

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Introduction: In a significant development for the Information Technology (IT) and Information Technology Enabled Services (ITES) sector, the Government of Uttar Pradesh, Notification No. 1866-XXXVI-03–2024-1844430 dated 26.09.2024 has granted a two-year exemption to these industries from the applicability of Sections 6 and 7 of the Uttar Pradesh Dookan Aur Vanijya Adhisthan Adhiniyam, 1962 (U.P. Act […]

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