The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA), through MCA General Circular No. 06/2026 dated October 27, 2026, has extended the CRA-4 filing deadline 2026 for filing Form CRA-4.....
Read Full ArticleThe Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trade Marks (CGPDTM) has issued a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) outlining the process for the refund of duplicate Trademark fees....
Read Full ArticleThe Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has announced an MCA filing deadline extension 2026 for financial statements and annual returns under the Companies Act, 2013...
Read Full ArticleThe 57th GST Council Meeting, held on 8 October 2026, recommended several GST compliance updates covering GST registration, input tax credit (ITC)...
Read Full ArticleThe Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trade Marks (CGPDTM), Government of India, has issued draft patent examination guidelines
Read Full ArticleThe Office of the Controller Generals of Patents, Designs, and Trademarks (CGPDTM) has issued draft guidelines for registration of designs
Read Full ArticleThe Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has extended the tax audit due date 2026 for furnishing tax audit reports and income-tax returns
Read Full ArticleIntellectual Property India (IP India) has released draft GI application guidelines for filing a Geographical Indication (GI) application in India.
Read Full ArticleThe Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trade Marks (CGPDTM) has announced a change in the mode of communicating First Examination Reports (FERs) for Design Applications.
Read Full ArticleThe Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has notified the Foreign Assets of Small Taxpayers Disclosure Scheme Rules, 2026, through Notification No. 114/2026 dated 14 August 2026.
Read Full ArticleThe Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has extended the validity date of the Companies Compliance Facilitation Scheme 2026 (CCFS-2026), a one-time compliance.
Read Full ArticleThe Trade Mark Registry has announced the conduct of a Special Disposal Drive for Trademark Opposition Matters, providing an opportunity for parties to settle.
Read Full ArticleThe Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has issued a set of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) clarifying key regulatory and compliance requirements applicable to foreign companies in India.
Read Full ArticleThe Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trade Marks (CGPDTM), through IP India, has invited comments and suggestions from stakeholders on draft manuals relating to.
Read Full ArticleThe Central Government has notified a comprehensive list of international agencies and organizations that are not covered by the definition of 'foreign source' under FCRA.
Read Full ArticleThe Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has notified the Foreign Assets of Small Taxpayers Disclosure Scheme 2026, also known as FAST-DS 2026, providing eligible taxpayers with.
Read Full ArticleIn a significant step towards promoting India's traditional and region-specific products, the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME), in collaboration with the.
Read Full ArticleParliament has passed the Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises Development (Amendment) Bill, 2026, marking a significant reform of the MSME legal framework after nearly two decades.
Read Full ArticleThe Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has notified the ITR-BN Form through the Income Tax (Third Amendment) Rules, 2026. The newly introduced income tax return.
Read Full ArticleThe Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has extended the validity of the Companies Compliance Facilitation Scheme, 2026 (CCFS-2026), until 31st August 2026.
Read Full ArticleThe Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has announced relief measures for companies and Limited Liability Partnerships (LLPs) affected by the ongoing restoration of data centers.
Read Full ArticleThe Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has announced a relaxation for companies filing Form DPT-3 (return of deposits) for the financial year ended 31st March 2026.
Read Full ArticleThe Ministry of Corporate Affairs has clarified the transfer of member interest in company without share capital and confirmed the use of Form SH-4 for transfer of membership interest.
Read Full ArticleThe Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has notified the Companies (Registration Offices and Fees) Amendment Rules, 2026, introducing revised fee provisions for DIR-3 KYC filing through the Form DIR-3 KYC Web.
Read Full ArticleIn a recent update, the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has informed stakeholders about the MCA email ID update process for companies and Limited Liability Partnerships (LLPs).
Read Full ArticleThe Government of India has reported significant progress in the implementation of the MSME Champions Scheme, aimed at enhancing competitiveness, quality, and innovation among Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs).
Read Full ArticleThe Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has released a draft of the MCA Companies (Incorporation) Amendment Rules 2026, proposing significant changes to company incorporation rules India, aimed at simplifying company formation.
Read Full ArticleThe Government of India has undertaken a series of MSME policy measures India aimed at enhancing and strengthening the MSME ecosystem in India across the country, with a focused push on rural and semi-urban areas.
Read Full ArticleIn a recent development, the Government of India has reviewed Para 3.1.1 of the Consolidated FDI Policy India Circular, 2020, which governs foreign investments from countries sharing land borders with India.
Read Full ArticleIndia's Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) sector has witnessed significant growth with the rise in MSME registration India, especially since the government introduced revised classification criteria.
Read Full ArticleThe Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has announced the DIR-3 KYC new rules 2026, introducing key changes to the compliance framework aimed at simplifying regulatory procedures and improving ease of compliance for company directors.
Read Full ArticleThe Ministry of Finance has officially notified the Income Tax Rules, 2026, introducing a comprehensive framework to implement provisions under the Income Tax Act, 2025. The new rules will come into force from 1st April 2026, aiming to enhance transparency.
Read Full ArticleThe MCA AS 22 amendment 2026 under the Companies (Accounting Standards) Rules 2021 amendment introduces a key change to tax accounting in India. The Ministry of Corporate Affairs has revised Accounting Standard (AS) 22 on taxes on income.
Read Full ArticleThe Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has recently issued an advisory regarding name reservation and incorporation of companies and Limited Liability Partnerships (LLPs), clarifying important company name reservation rules and LLP name reservation guidelines.
Read Full ArticleThe Ministry of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) launched the Udyami Bharat Portal (UBP) and the MSME Technology Transfer Platform (MTTP) during the 5th National MSME Council meeting held on 24th February 2026.
Read Full ArticleThe Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) issued a general circular no. 01/2026 introducing the Companies Compliance Facilitation Scheme 2026 (CCFS-2026), a one-time compliance relief initiative under the Companies Act, 2013.
Read Full ArticleThe Union Budget 2026-27 has placed a strong focus on strengthening MSMEs in India to help them grow, compete globally, and generate employment, according to a release issued by the Press Information Bureau.
Read Full ArticleIndia has revised its Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) policy, allowing 100% FDI in the insurance sector under the automatic route to improve ease of doing business and attract global capital.
Read Full ArticleOver the last five years (FY 2020'21 to FY 2024'25), the Prime Minister's Employment Generation Program (PMEGP), a central sector scheme aimed at promoting micro-enterprises in India, has supported 63% of units under the manufacturing.
Read Full ArticleMicro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) form the backbone of India's industrial economy, according to the economic survey 2025-26 tabled in parliament. Presented by Union Minister for Finance and Corporate Affairs.
Read Full ArticleUnder the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA), Government of India, the Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority (IEPFA) has invited public comments on the IEPFA proposed amendments to the Investor Education.
Read Full ArticleMSMEs in India remain a cornerstone of the country's industrial sector, contributing nearly 30% to the national GDP, providing employment to over 250 million people, and accounting for around 46% of exports.
Read Full ArticleIn a recent decision, the Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi approved an SIDBI equity infusion of Rs 5000 crore into the Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) to strengthen its capital base and expand credit flow.
Read Full ArticleThe Goods and Services Tax Network has implemented system-driven measures to enforce Rule 10A GST, making it mandatory for eligible taxpayers to furnish GST bank account details within a specified timeline. Non-compliance will now result in GST registration suspension.
Read Full ArticleNITI Aayog on Thursday released a comprehensive report titled 'Achieving Efficiencies in the MSME Sector through Convergence of Schemes,' outlining a strategic roadmap to strengthen the delivery and impact of government support for India's Micro, Small, and Medium.
Read Full ArticleAs a part of the initial rollout of the Export Promotion Mission, the government has launched two key interventions under the NIRYAT PROTSAHAN subscheme, aimed at strengthening MSME exports and improving access to trade finance.
Read Full ArticleThe Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has announced new Regional Directorates and new Registrars of Companies, effective from 16 February 2026, as part of an MCA administrative reorganization aimed at improving ease of doing business.
Read Full ArticleThe Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) on 1 January 2026 notified amendments to the Companies (Appointment and Qualification of Directors) Rules, 2014, introducing changes focused on Director Identification Number (DIN) and DIR-3 KYC Web compliance.
Read Full ArticleThe Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has amended the Companies (Removal of Names of Companies from the Register of Companies) Rules, 2016, introducing a key change in the government company strike-off process under the Companies Act.
Read Full ArticleThe Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME Ministry) has announced the implementation of the National Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe Hub Scheme (NSSH Scheme) to promote SC/ST entrepreneurship and support.
Read Full ArticleMore than 7.28 crore MSMEs have completed the registration on the online Udyam Registration Portal, marking a significant milestone that reflects the growing formalization of India's micro, small, and medium enterprises sector.
Read Full ArticleTo promote the Ease of Doing Business India agenda nationwide, the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) is spearheading several key reform initiatives to create a more supportive environment for entrepreneurs and.
Read Full ArticleIndia has achieved a remarkable milestone in its economic journey, reflecting strong India economic growth, with gross India FDI inflow reaching an impressive USD 1.1 trillion from April 2000 to June 2025. This data has been released by the Department.
Read Full ArticleIndia's intellectual property growth has firmly established the country as a global leader, consistently ranking among the top 10 for patents, trademarks, and industrial designs as per the 2025 year-end review released by the Department.
Read Full ArticleOver 2 lakh entities have been recognized as startups as per the 2025 year-end review released by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade
Read Full ArticleThe government has rolled out a series of measures aimed at heavy industries modernization, expanding skill development programs, and increasing the participation of women and marginalized groups
Read Full ArticleThe Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has revised the definition of "small company." The notification was issued on 1st December 2025 (Monday).
Read Full ArticleThe Ministry of Commerce and Industry, through the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), has issued a draft notification proposing amendments to the Patents Rules, 2003, focused on strengthening patent agent misconduct rules and
Read Full ArticleThe Ministry of Commerce and Industry, through the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIT), has issued a notification (Trade Marks Rules 2025 amendment) proposing amendments to the Trademark Mark Rules 2017, with
Read Full ArticleAccording to Deloitte's latest India Economic Outlook 2025, Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka lead the country in MSME resilience, driven by strong formalization, credit access, digital adoption, and employment generation.
Read Full ArticleThe Ministry of Commerce and Industry, through the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIT), has issued a notification amending the Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection) Rules, 2002.
Read Full ArticleThe Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has notified the Companies (Meetings of Board and its Powers) Amendment Rules 2025, exercising the powers conferred by sections 173, 177, 178, and 186 read with section 469 of the Companies Act, 2013
Read Full ArticleThe Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has issued the latest official list of Regional Directors (RDs) and Registrars of Companies (ROCs) under the Companies Act 2013 and the Limited Liability Partnership Act, 2008.
Read Full ArticleIn a relief to companies and LLPs, the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has announced an MCA annual filing extension, extending the due date for annual return filing and financial statement filing for FY 2024�25 till December 31, 2025, without
Read Full ArticleIn a recent notification, the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has announced an extension of the due date for filing e-Form DIR-3 KYC and web-Form DIR-3 KYC-WEB without payment of any additional fees up to October 15, 2025
Read Full ArticleThe Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has issued an important MCA clarification regarding the conduct of Annual General Meetings (AGMs) and Extraordinary General Meetings (EGMs), addressing concerns raised by companies and stakeholders.
Read Full ArticleThe Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has opened a public consultation on Multi-Disciplinary Partnership firms (MDPs), inviting stakeholders to submit their views and suggestions.
Read Full ArticlePursuant to Para 101 of the Union Budget Speech 2025-26, the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has expanded the scope of MCA fast track mergers through an amendment to the Companies (Compromises, Arrangements and Amalgamations) Rules, 2016 (on September...
Read Full ArticleThe Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has released the MCA LLP strike-off list August 2025 and the company strike-off list August 2025, detailing entities removed from official records for non-compliance or voluntary closure.
Read Full ArticleTo boost MSME credit flow and provide MSME liquidity support, the Government of India has rolled out a series of financial and digital initiatives.
Read Full ArticleThe government has stepped up its efforts to strengthen the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) sector through an array of schemes, programs and policy initiatives aimed at providing financial support, skill development, market access and global...
Read Full ArticleThe Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, has rolled out the ambitious One District One Product (ODOP) initiative aimed at driving balanced
Read Full ArticleHighlighting the crucial role of MSME sector growth in India, Union MSME Minister Shri Manjhi stated that the sector contributes 30.1% to the GDP, 35.4% to manufacturing, and 45.73% to exports during a press briefing in Mumbai after reviewing the Design
Read Full ArticleThe Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has established the Centre for Processing Accelerated Corporate Exit (C-PACE).
Read Full ArticleCommerce and Industry Minister Mr Piyush Goyal recently stated that India will not allow "evergreening" of patents, reaffirming the country's commitment to protecting public interest and ensuring access to affordable medicines and
Read Full ArticleIn a significant move towards streamlining Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) compliance, the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has notified amendments to the Companies (Corporate Social Responsibility Policy) Rules, 2014.
Read Full ArticleIndia's Intellectual Property (IP) ecosystem has undergone a significant transformation over the past few years.
Read Full ArticleNew Delhi: In a significant move aimed at enhancing corporate transparency and strengthening regulatory compliance, the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has notified amendments to the Companies (Incorporation) Rules, 2014.
Read Full ArticleThough the official fees related with various trademark processes in India have been made doubled under the new Indian Trade Marks Rules, 2017, this new trademark legislation offers welcome and lavish relaxation to the individuals, start-ups, and small...
Read Full ArticleThe office of the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), which functions under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India, issued on 16th January 2016 a rigorous order compelling strict adherence to its 3-document norm for making...
Obtain the latest information regarding the amendments made by the capital market regulator of India, SEBI, to the revised Clause 49 of the Equity Listing Agreement.
Read Full ArticleThe UPA's restructuring bandwagon is continuing.
India essentially present a "welcoming and comforting" surroundings to foreign capitalists who are incisive to establish companies and make up jobs here, Corporate Affairs Minister Sachin Pilot has said.
One consequence of the Sebi-Sahara conflict could be an alteration in the Companies Law.
Canada's 20,000 visual artists have been exploit with a legal body impact in a landmark court judgment that efficaciously bans them from passing minimum display and other copyright-related charges with the National Gallery of Canada.
Railways promote private investments in structure rail infrastructure.
Country's biggest software organization TCS has agreed to settle a suit filed by two former employees asserting infringement of the rights of its non-US citizen employees in the US, accordingly for $30 million.
The UK government has pointed that it expects to talk over a increase of limitations on investment in India.
India and Asean are tipped to advantage from China's endeavour to maintain foreign direct investors (FDIs) in the nation, reported to the China-Asean Business Council Chinese Secretariat.
Growth is a word that is ambient to the hearts of numerous policymakers in the Capital, peculiarly the North Block mandarins.
Foreign investors distinguish marvelous growth possibilities in India and can instill here FDI worth about USD 250 billion a year, but they want a pledge for an innovative and investment friendly policy model, a top management guru has said.
The value of patents for business houses to avert litigation was emphasized by S K Jain, department of management studies, IIT Delhi, at a workshop on "Intellectual Property Rights" (IPR) arranged at the Birla Institute of Technology Patna (BITP) on...
FDI is an accept step in a developing nation like India, said Anand K, Associate President of Udayavani.
The Finance Minister has approved four proposals of foreign direct investment totaling of Rs 280 crore, which includes IT giant Wipro, settled on testimonial of Foreign Investment Promotion Board (FIPB).
Industry body Assocham has inquired the government to withdraw the ban on foreign direct investment in retail e-commerce business. DS Rawat, Assocham secretary general, has written to Telecom and IT minister Kapil Sibal looking for his support in take off current limitation on Business-to-Consumer (B2C) e-commerce. As per the existing standards, e-commerce companies involved in business-to-business trade, like marketing materials or bulk good to business firms are permitted to drill up to 100 per cent FDI in their company. In December 2012, a major Indian e-commerce firm had come under reviewer of enforcement directorate for supposed offense of the present FDI norms. Rawat said that figured revenue from this sector is likely to be about $15 billion by 2015 and can lead to broader reach of farmers and other domestic merchandise firms, helping them recognize better worth of their products. Besides, consumers will have maximum choices still in the farthest locations of the nation. Rawat mentioned the example of China, which has permitted over 500 Chinese companies to trade good through global websites. "It does not make ambivalency with small retailers and kirana shops," he said. Rawat said that FDI allow in B2C e-commerce part will draw investment in back-end infrastructure of companies in country which in turn will make multiple job opportunities. "Customer care, IT and IT modified services, warehousing
Chemists in the nation are set to ready themselves to uphold with the dynamic market forces that they expect seeing in the near coming day.
The sixth edition of the strengthened FDI policy will be issued by the Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion (DIPP) on March 31 which will integrate all the revolutionizes made in the system over the past one year.
The offer to increase the limit of foreign direct investment to 49% has been refused by the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Finance.
Nobel laureate Professor Joseph E Stiglitz has said that India ought to be very watchful whereas inviting Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in the multi-brand retail sector as a few foreign firms are renowned for their poor labor relations, worker...
A move by the government to create foreign direct investment (FDI) policy more severe in the telecom sector has elevated hackles amid global companies.
The Finance Ministry announced that Indian government on Friday agreed 14 foreign direct investment (FDI) proposals value of around Rs 1,310.60 crore, as well as that of Hindustan Port Ltd, based on the proposals of the Foreign Investment Promotion...
Air India has notified the government that agreeing to investments by foreign airlines will wound the interests of domestic airlines and prevent Indian airports from rising into global hubs.
Supporting foreign direct investment (FDI) in multi-brand retail in India, Nobel laureate economist James Mirrlees on Tuesday told that starting up of the sector to global companies is likely to perk up the country's financial system.
Havells India is trading advanced by 3% to Rs 653 after electric tools and product manufacturer said that it has gone into a revised trademark license agreement with one of its advertiser companies QRG Enterprises, which possess the brand...
Delhi, National Capital Region and Maharashtra have spotted foreign direct investment over 50 percent inflows in to the nation since April 2000, according to data of Industry Ministry.
Nowadays, India's higher education segment is one of the major in the world.
