Procedure for Postal Exports of E-Commerce Parcels from SEEPZ-SEZ
The Development Commissioner, SEEPZ-SEZ, has introduced a streamlined procedure for export of e-commerce parcels through postal mode by operationalising an extension of the Foreign Post Office (FPO) within SEEPZ-SEZ. This decision aims to reduce processing time, avoid unnecessary parcel examinations, and ensure end-to-end tracking of small-value consignments exported by SEZ units.
Suspension of SIONs pertaining to food products-reg.
The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) periodically issues Standard Input Output Norms (SIONs) to standardise the quantity of inputs allowed for producing an export product under the Advance Authorisation scheme. These norms facilitate exporters in claiming duty-free import of raw materials. However, given evolving industry conditions, the government has decided to suspend specific SIONs related to food products.
Amendment in FTP – Extension of EO Period for QCO Products under AA
Para 2.03(A)(i)(g) of FTP 2023 earlier limited the Export Obligation (EO) period for chemical products covered under mandatory Quality Control Orders (QCOs) to 180 days, while other products followed the general timelines under Para 4.40 of the Handbook of Procedures. This created operational challenges for Advance Authorisation holders, EOUs, and SEZs, who required longer timelines to meet obligations.
Extension of Project Registration – West Bengal RERA
The West Bengal Real Estate Regulatory Authority (WBRERA) has issued guidelines for extending project registrations where applications are filed late or for periods beyond one year from the declared completion date. This aims to protect homebuyers’ interests while ensuring timely compliance by promoters.
Extension of Voluntary Compliance Scheme (VCS)
The Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RERA) has extended the deadline for availing benefits under the Voluntary Compliance Scheme (VCS) up to September 30, 2025. This extension follows earlier Circulars No. 115 & 116 (March 28, 2025) and Circular No. 119 (June 3, 2025).
Simplification of Consent Procedure for Green Category Industries- Reg
The Maharashtra Pollution Control Board (MPCB) has aligned its consent process with the recent amendments to the Air Act and Water Act notified in January 2025. Since Green Category industries are recognised as low-pollution units, the Board has introduced measures to simplify compliance, reduce procedural burden, and promote ease of doing business.
Income-tax Act, 2025
The Income-tax Act, 2025 has been enacted to consolidate and simplify India’s direct tax law, replacing the Income-tax Act, 1961. It comes into force from April 1, 2026, and has been designed to reduce litigation, improve clarity, and adopt a more technology-driven compliance system. The 1961 law had become lengthy, complex, and litigation-heavy with over ₹13 trillion in disputes pending.
U.P. RERA Issues Guidelines on Real Estate Project Advertisements & Compliance
To strengthen consumer protection and standardise business practices in the real estate sector, the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016 imposes specific obligations on promoters/developers. These include strict rules on project registration, advertising, and sales. U.P. RERA has now issued a fresh office order (superseding its earlier circular dated May 21, 2025) to mandate uniform disclosures and compliance in advertisements, display of registration details, and quarterly reporting.
MPCB Restricts Amendment in Consent Applications to Limited Cases
Following CPCB’s February 12, 2025 directions on sector classification and MoEF&CC’s guidelines for consent timelines and lapse resolution, the Government of Maharashtra constituted a State Level Monitoring Committee (SLMC) on March 7, 2025. During consent reviews, MPCB found that industries often submit amendment requests for changes that should be processed as fresh or revised consents, resulting in unnecessary delays.
Extension for Quarterly Update Filing without Late Fee (April–June 2025)
Under RERA, all registered projects in Chhattisgarh are required to upload quarterly progress reports on the authority’s web portal. Earlier circulars had provided detailed guidelines and set August 31, 2025 as the last date to file updates for the April–June 2025 quarter without penalty. CREDAI Bilaspur sought an extension due to technical challenges in implementing Annexure 19 online.
