Assam Skill University (Amendment) Ordinance 2024

On July 4, 2024, the Government of Assam issued the Assam Skill University (Amendment) Ordinance 2024, amending the Assam Skill University Act 2020. The amendment revises the time period for the appointment of the first Vice-Chancellor by the Chancellor on the advice of the State Government.

West Bengal Governments New GST Amendment

On July 16, 2024, the Government of West Bengal revised the minimum wages for employees in 30 scheduled employments. The updated rates will be effective from July 1, 2024, to December 31, 2024.

Haryana Government Issues New GST Amendment

On July 15, 2024, the Government of Haryana amended notification No.36/ST-2, dated June 30, 2017, regarding agricultural farm produce under GST. The update clarifies that packages of agricultural produce larger than 25 kilograms or 25 liters will not be considered “pre-packaged and labelled” for GST purposes.

Government Of Bihar Issues New GST Notification

On July 15, 2024, the Government of Bihar amended notification No.2/2017-State Tax (Rate), dated June 29, 2017. The amendment states that agricultural produce packaged in quantities greater than 25 kilograms or 25 liters will not be considered “pre-packaged and labelled” under GST rules.

Discontinuation Of Atal Amrit Abhiyan By Government Of Assam

On July 8, 2024, the Government of Assam notified the discontinuation of the Atal Amrit Abhiyan scheme, effective October 31, 2023. Key points include:
Pre-October 31, 2023 Claims: All pre-authorizations and claims raised before this date will be processed for payment as per the scheme’s guidelines.
Post-October 31, 2023 Claims: Claims raised after this date will not be considered for payment.