Regulatory & Compliance

FSSAI directs all food businesses to immediately stop using metallic pins, staple pins and wires in food packaging after reports of consumer injury risks.

A Residents Welfare Association (RWA) is the collective voice of homeowners within a housing society, apartment complex, or residential colony. Forming and registering an RWA is essential for organized community governance and effective maintenance of common areas. This guide covers the legal requirements, documentation, and compliance steps involved in setting up an RWA in India. What Is a Residents Welfare Association (RWA)? An RWA is a non-profit organization formed by res

Before you lay a single brick, your building plan must be sanctioned by the local municipal corporation. Building plan approval is a mandatory clearance confirming that your proposed construction complies with safety standards, zoning regulations, and local bye-laws. Without it, your structure may be treated as unauthorised, exposing you to demolition orders, penalties, and the inability to obtain an occupancy certificate later. This guide walks you through every stage of the

Owning a firearm in India is a regulated privilege, not a right. The process of acquiring and possessing firearms is governed by the Arms Act 1959 and the Arms Rules 2016. Whether you need a weapon for self-defence, sport shooting, or crop protection, you must obtain a valid arms licence from the appropriate authority. This guide covers the legal framework, eligibility, application process, documents, fees, processing time, and renewal procedure. Legal Framework: Arms Act 195

The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has released the draft Telecommunications (Television, Radio and Associated Services) Rules 2026 for public consultation, proposing a single, simplified framework for television channels, distribution platforms and radio services under the Telecommunications Act 2023. The draft Telecommunications (Television, Radio and Associated Services) Rules 2026 aim to replace a patchwork of older guidelines and to make compliance easier acros

Understanding the Immigration and Foreigners Amendment Order 2026 India's immigration framework governs how foreign nationals enter, stay, and move within the country. It also defines the rights and restrictions applicable to Overseas Citizens of India (OCI) cardholders, who occupy a unique legal position between full citizenship and standard foreign national status. On June 18, 2026, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) notified the Immigration and Foreigners (Amendment) Order

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), at its board meeting on June 19, 2026, approved the GARUDA (Green-channel Authorisation for Rapid and Unhindered Deployment of AIFs) framework. This marks a significant regulatory shift for the alternative investment fund industry, reducing the time for new scheme launches from 30 days to just 10 working days. What Is the GARUDA Framework? GARUDA creates a green-channel mechanism that allows AIFs to begin fundraising within

India's pharmaceutical sector is one of the largest in the world, and every entity involved in the manufacture, sale, stocking, or distribution of drugs must hold a valid licence. The drug licensing system exists to ensure that only qualified persons handle pharmaceutical products and that drugs reaching consumers meet prescribed quality and safety standards. This guide explains the complete process for obtaining a drug licence in India in 2026, covering both retail and whole

Foreign nationals living or working in India on long-term visas are required to register with the Foreigners Regional Registration Office (FRRO). This registration is a mandatory compliance step under Indian immigration law and applies to a wide range of visa categories. Since the introduction of the e-FRRO portal, the process has moved almost entirely online, reducing the need for physical visits to immigration offices. This guide covers the complete FRRO registration proces

The All India Bar Examination (AIBE) XXI was held on June 7, 2026, marking the latest edition of the mandatory certification test for law graduates seeking to practise in India. Administered by the Bar Council of India (BCI), the AIBE is an open-book examination designed to test a candidate's ability to apply legal provisions to practical scenarios. This guide covers the eligibility criteria, syllabus, examination pattern, pass percentage, and preparation strategies for AIBE

On June 9, 2026, the Government of India notified the Drugs (Fifth Amendment) Rules 2026 through the Gazette of India, ending the decades-old practice of selling cough syrups over the counter without a prescription. The amendment is short, surgical, and significant: it removes a single word from a schedule that had allowed pharmacies across the country to dispense cough syrups freely. For consumers, this means a visit to a doctor before purchasing what was once a routine hous

The Madras High Court has held that the mere existence of a dargah, tomb or shrine does not automatically make the land beneath it waqf property, setting aside the Tamil Nadu Waqf Board's appointment of a Mutawalli for a dargah in the Triplicane area of Chennai. The ruling is significant for the large number of religious institutions across the country whose character as waqf is asserted without the statutory steps that the Waqf Act, 1995 requires. The Dispute Before the Cour

The Lokpal, established under the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act, 2013, is India's apex anti-corruption ombudsman with jurisdiction over public servants including the Prime Minister (with safeguards), Union Ministers, Members of Parliament, and Group A, B, C, and D officers of the Central Government. Filing a complaint with the Lokpal is a structured process governed by the Lokpal (Complaint) Rules, 2020, and can now be initiated online through the official portal at lokpalonline.

Every food business operator (FBO) in India is required to obtain a food license or registration from the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) under Section 31 of the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006 (FSS Act). Operating without a valid FSSAI license is a punishable offence that can result in fines and imprisonment. This guide explains the three tiers of licensing, the documents required, the application process, and the associated fees. For context on busi

Udyam Registration is the government's online system for registering Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in India. It replaced the earlier Udyog Aadhaar Memorandum (UAM) system with effect from July 1, 2020, pursuant to a notification issued by the Ministry of MSME under Section 7 of the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development Act, 2006 (MSMED Act). Registration is entirely free, paperless, and based on self-declaration through the Udyam portal (udyamregistrat