Advisory on Interest Collection and Related Enhancements in GSTR-3B
GSTN introduced system enhancements in GSTR-3B applicable from the January 2026 tax period to align interest computation with statutory provisions and improve accuracy in reporting of tax liability and payment. .
Lending to Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSME) Sector (Amendment) Directions, 2026
The Master Direction on Lending to Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSME) Sector governs collateral and lending conditions applicable to banks for MSE borrowers. It applies to all scheduled commercial banks extending credit to micro and small enterprise units.
Master Circular for SEBI (Issue of Capital and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2018
The Securities and Exchange Board of India has been issuing various circulars and directions under the SEBI (Issue of Capital and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2018 for regulating capital issuance and disclosure requirements applicable to issuers and market intermediaries.
Launch of revamped AAA+ App – “ESIC Health Connect”
The Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) provides digital access to services through the AAA+ mobile application for insured persons and stakeholders.
Draft Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions (Coal Mines) Rules, 2026
The Ministry of Labour and Employment has issued a draft notification proposing new rules for coal mines under the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020. The draft has been published for public information and is open for objections and suggestions from stakeholders.
Further Amendment to Notification No. 11/2017-Central Excise
The existing Notification No. 11/2017-Central Excise prescribes excise duty rates and conditions for specified petroleum and natural gas products.
Extension of time limit for filing Annual RoDTEP Return for FY 2023-24
The period for filing Annual RoDTEP Return (ARR) for FY 2023-24 has been extended from November 30,2025 to March 31,2025 with payment of a composition fee of Rs. 15,000/-, effective from the date of publication of this Public Notice.
Draft Income-tax Rules and Forms, 2026 – Release of Drafts and Press Communication
The Central Board of Direct Taxes has issued draft Income-tax Rules, 2026 along with draft Income-tax Forms aligned with the Income-tax Act, 2025.
Startup Recognition and Deep Tech Startup Framework (Revised Definition & Conditions)
The Central Government has issued a fresh notification superseding the earlier 2019 notification to update and consolidate the framework for recognition of Startups and Deep Tech Startups. The
Draft Amendment to Central Motor Vehicles Rules – Substitution of Rule 126 (Prototype Testing)
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has issued a draft notification proposing amendments to the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989, for public consultation. The draft seeks to substitute Rule 126 relating to prototype testing of motor vehicles.