ESIC has further extended the time period for filing ESI contributions to 11th June 2020
Employers are allowed to file the Return of Contribution for the contribution period from October 2019 to March 2020 up to June 11, 2020.
MoHFW issues guidelines for dental professionals in COVID-19 pandemic situation
Dental clinics in the Covid-19 containment zones will remain closed, however, they can continue to provide teleconsultation, and patients in the containment zone can seek ambulance services to travel to the nearby COVID Dental Facility.
Government of Andhra Pradesh decides to give incentives to industries to start their operations smoothly
The Major component of this stimulus package is to release the pending incentive of Rs.904.89 to 11,238 MSME manufacturing and allied units in two phases as per seriatum within 2 months.
Government of Andhra Pradesh modifies the restriction on the opening of shops in various districts
The state government of Andhra Pradesh on 13th May 2020, has modified the order regarding the opening of shops in various districts allowing shops to remain open from 10 am to 5 pm only, except for pharmacies. Further, shops selling products like fruits, vegetables, and milk may be permitted from 6 AM to 11 AM.
RBI extends know your customer direction 2016 to all Housing Finance Companies
The Reserve Bank of India vide its Notification dated 19th May 2020 decided to extend the Master Direction – Know Your Customer (KYC) Direction, 2016 to all Housing Finance Companies.
Electronic sealing not required for goods to be deposited in Customs Bonded Warehouse
The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs vide circular dated 18 May 2020 has revoked the requirement for electronic sealing of goods that are to be deposited in or removed from Customs Bonded Warehouse. The requirement was provided vide circulars dated 18.06.2018 and 07.-2.2020. These circulars are hereby rescinded considering the representations received demanding the same.
Government of Uttar Pradesh restores operation of rules governing working hours in factories
The Government of Uttar Pradesh vide notification dated 15 May, 2020 has restored the operation of the provisions regarding working hours under the Factories Act over the factories in the state which was suspended earlier.
