SEBI launches a three-year empanelment process for forensic auditors, outlining eligibility, evaluation, and assignment scope for financial investigations of listed companies.
The circular requires GAPs and IBs to display detailed risk notices at every client login, ensuring investors understand key risks before accessing foreign markets.
The notification exempts statutory fees, grants, levies, and related receipts of the pollution control board under section 10(46). It holds that these non-commercial and regulatory incomes qualify for exemption, subject to conditions on activity and return filing.
SEBI’s 2025 amendments require NISM certification renewal, recognize CFA charter, and clarify transition rules for advisers exceeding client or fee thresholds.
Authorities held that directors violated Section 184 by not filing Form MBP-1 for FY 2023-24. A penalty of ₹1 lakh each was imposed for the disclosure lapse.
The adjudicating authority held that failing to fill the company secretary vacancy for over three years violated Section 203(5). Full penalties were imposed as the company was not eligible for reduced relief.
SWIFT 2.0 provides a single digital platform for importers, exporters, and PGAs to submit documents, track NOC status, and make payments online, enhancing trade efficiency.
Taxpayers must furnish bank account details within 30 days of registration or before filing GSTR-1/IFF. Non-compliance may lead to GST registration suspension.
The FSSAI increases the maximum permissible esters as ethyl acetate from 0.2 g/l to 3.0 g/l in alcoholic beverages, effective 1 June 2026, under the 2025 amendment.
The government has authorised all non-rural branches of 19 banks to operate Capital Gains Account Scheme accounts, enhancing taxpayer access. The notification broadens the scheme’s reach while excluding rural branches.
