Mandatory Online Submission of WHO-GMP (COPP) Applications via ONDLS Portal
CDSCO, in coordination with CDAC, has developed the ONDLS portal to digitize drug licensing processes. To enhance transparency and efficiency, submission of WHO-GMP (COPP) applications has now been mandated through this portal from 15 July 2025 and replaced physical submissions.
Mandatory Submission of Updated Annexure -19 – Chhattisgarh RERA
Circular No. 113 was issued to digitize and standardize the submission of Annexures 17, 18, and 19 by Promoters and Chartered Accountants. It mandates system-generated annexures through the portal, eliminating manual uploads.
EPFO Enhances Auto-Settlement Limit for Advance Claims to ₹5 Lakhs
EPFO had introduced auto-settlement of advance claims during the COVID-19 pandemic to provide timely financial assistance. Over time, the scope expanded to cover claims for illness, education, marriage, and housing. With rapid growth in digital processing, EPFO continues to enhance automation for faster and transparent service delivery.
Implementation of New Red, Orange, Green, White & Blue Categories for Industries by MPCB
The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) issued revised directions on 12 February 2025 under the Water and Air Acts to harmonize industrial sector classification across states. It introduced a new framework categorizing 419 sectors into Red, Orange, Green, White, and Blue categories
Food Safety and Standards (Alcoholic Beverages) first Amendment Regulations, 2025
FSSAI had published draft regulations on 11 May 2023 to amend the 2018 Alcoholic Beverages Regulations, inviting public comments. After reviewing feedback, FSSAI finalized and notified the amendments in 2025, with enforcement from 1 January 2026.
Relaxation of Time Limit for processing of Valid Returns of Income filed electronically
In certain cases where taxpayers were allowed to file income-tax returns belatedly after obtaining condonation of delay under Section 119(2)(b) of the Income-tax Act, those returns could not be processed in time due to technical issues. Consequently, refunds could not be issued, prompting multiple grievances.
Extension of Validity of FCRA Registration Certificates
The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has extended the validity of FCRA registration certificates for specific categories of organisations to facilitate smooth operations.
Companies (Meetings of Board and its Powers) Amendment Rules, 2025
MCA has notified Companies (Meetings of Board and its Powers) Amendment Rules, 2025 in June 2025 which shall come into effect from the date of publication in the Official Gazette. The amendment pertains to Rule 11 wherein sub-rule (2):
FAQs on Trading Window Closure to Immediate Relatives of DPs on declaration of financial results
On April 21, 2025, Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) had issued a circular SEBI/HO/ISD/ISD-PoD-2/P/CIR/2025/55 that significantly amended the existing framework under the SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015
Minimum Information for Audit Committee & Shareholders in RPT Approval
Following are the key takeaways:
1. Regulation 23(2), (3), and (4) of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 (“LODR Regulations”) mandate that related party transactions (“RPTs”) be approved by the audit committee, and by shareholders if the transactions are deemed material.