Compliance Handbook for Employers under the Four Labour Codes (Central Government Sphere)
The Ministry of Labour and Employment issued a reference handbook explaining employer compliance under the four Labour Codes applicable where the Central Government is the appropriate authority.
Modification of ECB Reporting Forms under FEMA
The Reserve Bank of India has revised the External Commercial Borrowing (ECB) Framework through the Foreign Exchange Management (Borrowing and Lending) (First Amendment) Regulations, 2026 dated February 09, 2026 (published in the Official Gazette on February 16, 2026).
Foreign Exchange Management (Borrowing and Lending) (First Amendment) Regulations, 2026
The Foreign Exchange Management (Borrowing and Lending) Regulations, 2018 govern borrowing and lending including External Commercial Borrowings (ECB) by eligible persons and entities.
Launch of AI-driven calling campaign to promote ‘SEBI Check’ Tool and Validated UPI Handles
SEBI has launched a multilingual, AI-enabled public outreach initiative, on a pilot basis, to enhance investor awareness about the ‘SEBI Check’ Tool and validated UPI handles in collaboration with Sarvam, a generative AI company developing AI models for Indian languages.
Legal Metrology (Packaged Commodities) Amendment Rules, 2026
The Legal Metrology (Packaged Commodities) Rules, 2011 prescribe declarations and compliance requirements for packaged commodities, including those sold through e-commerce platforms.
Imposition of Penalty for Delay / Non-Submission of Quarterly Updates
The Authority has prescribed a penalty of Rs.25,000 per Quarterly Update for delay/non-submission covering FY 2017-18 (from Q2) to FY 2024-25, calculated quarter-wise as specified in the circular.
Direction No. 96 – Implementation of Action Plans for Elimination of Wheat Stubble Burning, 2026
The Commission for Air Quality Management has been issuing directions for prevention and control of crop residue burning in NCR and adjoining areas.
Levy of Welfare Fee on Platform-Based Gig Workers – Government Order
The Karnataka Platform Based Gig Workers (Social Security and Welfare) Act, 2025 was notified vide Notification No. DPAL 37 SHASANA 2024 dated September 12, 2025 and the corresponding Rules were notified vide Notification No. LD 413 LET 2023 dated November 19, 2025
Legal Metrology (General) Second Amendment Rules, 2026
The Legal Metrology (General) Rules, 2011 prescribe metrological and technical requirements for specified measuring instruments. The Eighth Schedule to the said Rules contains instrument-specific standards. The present amendment inserts additional provisions relating to clinical thermometers.
External Commercial Borrowings (ECB) and Trade Credits – FAQs (Updated as on February 16, 2026)
The Reserve Bank of India has updated the Frequently Asked Questions on External Commercial Borrowings (ECB) and Trade Credits.