“Tax Relief: West Bengal Extends Filing Deadline”
In response to the ongoing challenges faced by taxpayers, the Government of West Bengal, through the Directorate of Commercial Taxes, has announced an extension of the deadline for filing tax returns. The decision comes in light of the compelling situation necessitating additional time for compliance with the West Bengal State Tax on Professions, Trades, Callings, and Employments Act, 1979.
“Pioneering Urban Renewal: Amendments to Tamil Nadu Building Laws”
In a bid to streamline and enhance urban development initiatives, the Tamil Nadu Combined Development and Building Rules, 2019, undergo significant amendments. These changes, effective March 11, 2024, aim to modernize regulations governing construction practices across the state.
“Tackling Taxation Roadblocks: Karnataka’s Regulatory Revision”
In response to challenges faced by enrolled individuals in fulfilling their tax obligations under the Karnataka Tax on Professions, Trades, Callings, and Employments Act, 1976, the Karnataka government has taken proactive measures.
Enhancing Efficiency: EPFO Introduces New Online Member Profile Update Feature
The Employees’ Provident Fund Organization (EPFO), renowned for its vast clientele and extensive financial transactions, has launched a new online functionality aimed at updating and correcting member profiles.
Union Health Ministry reiterates the need for adhering to strict compliance of regulatory protocols and fire-safety norms in meeting with States/UTs and Healthcare Organizations
Union Health Ministry communicated to all States/UTs that temperatures escalate during the present summer months and hospital fires become a more significant threat, States/UTs are advised to conduct regular preventive fire risk assessment drills to identify potentially vulnerable areas.
FSSAI directs FBOs to remove claim of 100% Fruit Juices from the label and advertisement of fruit juices
All the FBOs have also been instructed to exhaust all existing pre-printed packaging materials before 1st September, 2024.
CBIC invites suggestions on draft ‘Central Excise Bill, 2024’ in pre-defined format from stakeholders by 26th June 2024
As a part of the pre-legislative consultative process, the draft ‘Central Excise Bill, 2024’ has been uploaded on the website of CBIC [https://www.cbic.gov.in] for inviting suggestions from the stakeholders within 21 days. The suggestions/ comments on the draft Bill in the above format may be sent by email in PDF format.
Supreme Court Mandates Self-Declaration Certificates for Advertisements In India
Starting June 18, 2024, all new advertisements on T.V. channels/ electronic media/ Press/ Print Media/ Internet require a valid Self-Declaration Certificate. A two-week window (from June 4, 2024) allows stakeholders to familiarize themselves with the process. Currently running advertisements are exempt for now.
FSSAI Extends Deadline For Annual Returns Of FY 2023-2024
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued a notification extending the deadline for submission of annual returns by manufacturers and importers for food business activities. FSSAI has decided to extend the timeline for filing annual returns from May 31, 2024 to June 30, 2024. This applies to the annual return for financial year 2023-2024.
Extension of FSSAI-NABL Integrated Assessment Timeline and Accreditation Requirements
FSSAI has emphasized that FSSAI-notified laboratories who do not yet possess accreditation under the FSSAI-NABL Integrated Assessment Scheme must apply for NABL accreditation within three months. Failing to comply with this notice will lead to administrative actions against defaulting laboratories.
