These regulations may be called the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Issue of Capital and Disclosure Requirements) (Amendment) Regulations, 2026. They shall come into force on the date of their publication in the Official Gazette

The CGST Delhi South Commissionerate arrested a company director for a ₹60.59 crore fraudulent ITC scam involving ₹397.23 crore in bogus smartphone invoices. With no genuine business trail, the accused faces prosecution under the CGST Act's anti-evasion provisions.

DGFT Extends Export Obligation Period for Advance Authorisations and EPCG Authorisations till August 31, 2026

Effective April 1, 2026, the EMI Scheme allows eligible manufacturers to defer customs duty payments, boosting cash flow and domestic production. This trust-based initiative requires online application via the AEO portal by March 2028 to facilitate smoother business operations.

The RELIEF scheme, backed by ₹497 crore, mitigates West Asia’s maritime disruptions. It offers up to 100% insurance cover for past shipments, 95% for future exports, and 50% cost reimbursement for uninsured MSMEs, ensuring trade continuity and safeguarding exporter confidence.

These FAQs provide guidance on the regulatory framework for organic foods as prescribed by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India. They explain certification requirements, labelling and logo usage, compliance with organic standards, roles of food business operators, and inspection mechanisms. The FAQs aim to ensure authenticity of organic claims, consumer confidence, and food safety compliance in the organic food sector.

These FAQs provide guidance on the regulatory framework for organic foods as prescribed by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India. They explain certification requirements, labelling and logo usage, compliance with organic standards, roles of food business operators, and inspection mechanisms. The FAQs aim to ensure authenticity of organic claims, consumer confidence, and food safety compliance in the organic food sector.

These FAQs provide clarifications on the Nutraceutical Regulations, 2016, notified under the Food Safety and Standards Act by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India. They explain the scope and classification of health supplements, nutraceuticals, FSMP, FSDU, functional foods, and novel foods, along with requirements relating to ingredients, labelling, claims, approvals, and compliance. The FAQs aim to ensure regulatory clarity, consumer safety, and uniform implementation of the regulations by food business operators.

These FAQ provide clarifications on the Food Safety and Standards (Packaging and Labelling) Regulations, 2011 notified by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India. They explain mandatory labelling requirements, packaging standards, declarations to be made on food labels, responsibilities of food business operators, and compliance norms, helping ensure consumer awareness, food safety, and regulatory compliance in the food sector.

These FAQs provide an overview of the various schemes and initiatives for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) implemented by the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises. They explain the objectives, eligibility criteria, key benefits, application procedures, and implementation mechanisms of MSME schemes, helping enterprises understand and access government support for growth, innovation, financing, and competitiveness.

These FAQs explain the MSME Innovative Scheme, implemented by the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, which integrates Incubation, Design, and Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) support into a single framework. The FAQs cover objectives, eligibility, components of the scheme, financial assistance, application and implementation process, and benefits for MSMEs, aiming to foster innovation, design competitiveness, and protection of intellectual property to enhance the growth and global competitiveness of MSMEs.

These FAQs provide an overview of the MSME Incubation Scheme, implemented by the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, which aims to promote innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of ideas among MSMEs and startups. They explain eligibility criteria, support available through approved incubators, funding assistance for idea development and proof of concept, application procedures, and monitoring mechanisms, helping innovators leverage institutional support for business growth.

These FAQs provide guidance for Specified/Service/Small Network Participants (SNPs) on registration and onboarding on the TEAM Initiative Portal, an initiative of the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises. They explain eligibility criteria, registration steps, documentation requirements, portal features, and post-registration processes, enabling SNPs to participate effectively in the TEAM framework and access facilitation and support services.

These FAQs provide guidance for Specified/Service/Small Network Participants (SNPs) on registration and onboarding on the TEAM Initiative Portal, an initiative of the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises. They explain eligibility criteria, registration steps, documentation requirements, portal features, and post-registration processes, enabling SNPs to participate effectively in the TEAM framework and access facilitation and support services.

These FAQs provide guidance for Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) on registration and use of the MSME TEAM Portal, an initiative of the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises. They explain eligibility, registration steps, required information, portal functionalities, and benefits of registration, helping MSEs access facilitation, support services, and grievance redressal mechanisms in a streamlined and transparent manner. Last Updated On: 03 May 2025

These FAQs explain the regulatory framework governing money changing facilities in India as prescribed by the Reserve Bank of India under the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA). They clarify the types of authorised money changers, eligibility and licensing requirements, permitted purchase and sale of foreign exchange, operational guidelines, record-keeping, and compliance obligations, ensuring safe and regulated foreign exchange transactions for residents and visitors. Last updated on: 21 October 2021

These FAQs provide guidance on various foreign exchange–related facilities and permissions available under the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA) as regulated by the Reserve Bank of India. They address diverse and residual forex matters not covered under specific schemes, explaining eligibility, permitted transactions, procedural aspects, and compliance requirements to facilitate smooth and lawful foreign exchange operations. Last updated on: 21 October 2021

FAQs on Annual Return on Foreign Liabilities and Assets (FLA) under FEMA, 1999 These FAQs explain the requirement prescribed by the Reserve Bank of India for eligible Indian entities to file the Annual Return on Foreign Liabilities and Assets (FLA) under the Foreign Exchange Management Act, 1999 (FEMA). They clarify the applicability, reporting entities, coverage of foreign direct investment and overseas investment, reporting timelines, submission process, and consequences of non-compliance, supporting accurate and timely reporting of India’s external sector data.

FAQs on Introduction of Legal Entity Identifier (LEI) for Cross-border Transactions These FAQs explain the requirement introduced by the Reserve Bank of India for the use of a Legal Entity Identifier (LEI) in specified cross-border transactions. They clarify the applicability, eligible entities, process for obtaining an LEI, reporting and compliance requirements, and timelines. The initiative aims to improve transparency, strengthen risk monitoring, and enhance the quality of financial data in international transactions.

These FAQs outline the regulations prescribed by the Reserve Bank of India under the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA) relating to the purchase of immovable property in India and abroad. They clarify eligibility of residents and non-residents, permitted modes of acquisition, payment and funding sources, repatriation or sale proceeds, and compliance requirements, helping individuals and entities understand the legal framework governing property transactions. Last Updated On: 06 April, 2023