Securities and Exchange Board of India (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) (Amendment) Regulations, 2024

The amendment provides that the effect on the price of the equity shares of the target company due to material price movement and confirmation of reported event or information may be excluded as per the framework for determination of the offer price under this regulation. Further, the effect on the price of the listed equity shares, which are offered as consideration, due to material price movement and confirmation of reported event or information may be excluded as per the framework for determination of the price of equity shares under this regulation.

Government Extends Deadline for Filing E-Waste Returns

The MoEF&CC has now extended the deadline for registered entities to file quarterly and annual returns on their e-waste management activities. The last date for filing these reports for the 2023-2024 financial year is extended to June 30, 2024.

Deadline Extended for Waste Tyre Reporting

The original deadline for filing these reports for the 2023-2024 financial year was April 30, 2024. Following industry requests, the MoEF&CC has extended this deadline to June 30, 2024. Companies involved in waste tyre management now have an additional two months to submit their reports.

Andhra Pradesh Extends Deadline for March 2024 GSTR-1 Filing

In accordance with the delegated authority conferred by the second proviso, in conjunction with Section 168 of the Andhra Pradesh Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017 (Act No. 16 of 2017), the Government of Andhra Pradesh, upon the counsel of the Goods and Services Tax Council, has introduced a significant amendment to the notification issued in G.O.Ms. No. 126, Revenue (CT-II) Department, dated June 15, 2021.

Navigating the Amendments: Ensuring Safety in Handling Hydrogen

In recent years, there has been a significant push towards the adoption of hydrogen as an alternative fuel source, particularly in the automotive industry. Recognizing the importance of regulating the storage, handling, and dispensing of hydrogen, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry has proposed amendments to the Static and Mobile Pressure Vessels (Unfired) Rules, 2016.