Master Circular on Service Charges for POPs under NPS (All Citizen and Corporate/NPS-Lite)

The Master Circular issued by PFRDA on April 25, 2024, serves as a comprehensive guide for the service charges applicable to Point of Presence (PoPs) under the National Pension System (NPS) and NPS-Lite. It covers various aspects such as introduction, general guidelines, specific guidelines, and lists of circulars consolidated and rescinded in the Master Circular. The circular emphasizes the importance of compliance with the guidelines and applicable laws, and it provides detailed information on the service charges applicable to PoPs for services related to NPS and NPS-Lite.

Amendment to Karnataka Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017

The notification is an amendment to the Karnataka Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017, by the Government of Karnataka. It is a legal proclamation signifying the change in the effective date from the 1st day of April, 2024 to the 15th day of May, 2024, of a previous notification, thereby impacting the application of goods and services taxation in the state.

Lok Sabha General Election 2024: Ensuring Employee Voting Rights in Gujarat

This notification discusses the measures taken by the State Election Commission, Gandhinagar, to ensure that employees residing in Gujarat, but native to Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, and Maharashtra, can exercise their voting rights in the Lok Sabha General Election 2024. It highlights the importance of granting paid leave to these workers on polling day and the legal implications for employers who fail to comply.

Advisory and Preparatory Measures for Hot Weather Season in Puducherry

The circular from the Government of Puducherry’s Commissioner of Labour provides comprehensive guidelines and directives to ensure the management and mitigation of adverse effects of extreme hot weather on employees and workers. The measures encompass various aspects such as rescheduling working hours, providing necessary facilities, coordinating health check-ups, disseminating health advisories, and maintaining essential supplies during intense heat. The document emphasizes the importance of stakeholder compliance and addresses a wide range of entities, from employers and workers to government officials, in its efforts to minimize heat wave adverse effects.

Amendment to Time Limit for Furnishing Details of Outward Supplies under Goa

The Government of Goa has issued a notification extending the time limit for furnishing the details of outward supplies in FORM GSTR-1 for the tax period March, 2024, till the twelfth day of April, 2024. This amendment to the Goa Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017, reflects the government’s commitment to providing flexibility and support to registered persons in fulfilling their tax obligations.

A Change in Holiday Schedule: Chhattisgarh Government’s Amendment for Ram Navami

The Chhattisgarh Government has issued a notification amending the date of the public holiday for the “Ram Navami” festival in 2024. The change, announced under the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881, underscores the government’s commitment to honouring cultural traditions while ensuring smooth functioning of public services.