CBI successfully extradites Monika Kapoor from the USA, a fugitive in a 2002 import-export fraud case involving forged documents and duty-free gold licenses.
Ministry of Steel clarifies its order on BIS standards for intermediate steel materials, aiming to ensure product quality and fair competition for domestic manufacturers.
Ministry of Finance clarifies it hasn’t directed banks to close inactive PMJDY accounts, launching a campaign to boost scheme adoption and re-KYC.
ICAI issues Guidance Note for non-corporate financial statements, effective April 1, 2024, replacing 2022 Technical Guide with standard formats.
FSSAI updates food standards, introducing new rules for meat sausages, dehydrated tarragon, food colors, and enzymes. Effective February 1, 2026.
FSSAI appoints new Food Safety Officers for ports, airports, and Southern Region; updates jurisdiction and omits earlier entries in notifications.
Ministry of Finance confirms tax benefits available under NPS will apply to the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS), providing parity and incentives for Central Government employees.
IFSCA issues public advisory warning IFSC users about online scams via social media, urging vigilance, verification, and reporting of suspicious activity.
SEBI’s new consultation paper proposes allowing Credit Rating Agencies (CRAs) to rate financial instruments regulated by other financial sector bodies, even without specific guidelines from those regulators. The proposal aims to address industry gaps and enhance synergies while maintaining a segregated operational framework for non-SEBI regulated activities. Public comments are invited until July 30, 2025.
India extends anti-dumping duty on Clear Float Glass imports from Malaysia until February 10, 2026, pending a review by the designated authority
