Extension in timeline for registration and self-evaluation for the Star Rating of Coal and Lignite Mines
The Ministry of Coal has taken a proactive step to encourage greater participation and ensure accurate self-evaluation by extending the last date for registration and self-evaluation for the Star Rating of Coal and Lignite Mines. The new deadline has been pushed from 15th July to 25th July 2023.
Andhra Pradesh Draft Electricity Regulatory Commission (Conduct of Business) Eight Amendment Regulations
Under the new amendment, the Clauses governing subsidaries have been removed from the existing regulations.
Bihar Biofuels Production Promotion Policy, 2023
The policy defines the eligibility criteria for different types of units and feedstocks. Standalone distilleries producing 100% fuel-grade Ethanol and CBG/bio- CNG manufacturing units are eligible for incentives under this policy. The production of Ethanol and CBG/bio-CNG from approved feedstocks mentioned in the National Policy on Biofuels, 2018, and subsequent permissions granted by the National Biofuel Coordination Committee are allowed in Bihar.
Karnataka government allows Tax exemptions under Professions, Trades, Callings, and Employments Act
Directors of companies registered in Karnataka and nominated by financing agencies owned or controlled by the State Government or other statutory bodies are eligible for tax relief, supporting their roles in public service and governance. Furthermore, members of the Armed Forces, both combatant and civilian non-combatant, governed by the Army Act, 1950, the Navy Act, 1957, and the Air Force Act, 1950, can avail tax exemptions, acknowledging their sacrifices and dedication to the nation’s security.
DGFT publishes database of norms ratified by any Norms Committee (NC) on Advance Authorizations
To access the database, applicant may visit the DGFT Website and navigate to Services -> Advance Authorisation/DFIA -> Ad-hoc norms.
TRAI Drive tests for Key Performance Indicators of telecom service providers
The Drive tests were conducted to assess the network quality provided by cellular mobile telephone service providers for voice and data services. The Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)were assessed for the networks of all telecom service providers operating in the region.
CBIC clarification regarding Suspension of License of Customs Broker
The Commissioner of Customs may, inappropriate cases where immediate action is necessary, suspend the license of a customs broker, where the enquiry against such customs broker is pending or contemplated.
Central Government extends due date for filing GSTR 3B
As per the revised timeline, the registered persons who fail to furnish the GSTR 3B return by the due date for any of the financial years 2017-18, 2018-19, 2019-20, 2020-21 or 2021-22, but furnish the said return between the period from the 1st day of April, 2023 to the 31st day of August, 2023, the total amount of late fee shall stand waived which is in excess of ten thousand rupees.
