CERC Approves Procedure for Maintaining Minimum Generation Levels at Section 62 Generators
The procedure applies to all regional entity thermal generating stations with tariffs determined under Section 62 of the Electricity Act, 2003.
Government Clarifies Domestic Content Rules for Solar PV Cells
A solar PV cell (based on crystalline-silicon technology) shall be considered to be domestically manufactured only if the same has been manufactured in India, using undiffused silicon wafer (generally called ‘Black Wafer’), classifiable under Customs Tariff Head 3818 and all steps /processes required for manufacturing solar PV cell from the undiffused silicon wafer have been carried out in India.
Government Bans Chloramphenicol and Nitrofurans in Food-Producing Animals
The Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) has announced a nationwide ban on the import, manufacture, sale, and distribution of drug formulations containing Chloramphenicol and Nitrofurans for use in any food-producing animal rearing system.
Karnataka Revises Minimum Wages & VDA for Shops, 2025-26
The Karnataka Government updates minimum wages and VDA for shops and commercial establishments, effective from April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2026.
Himachal Pradesh Enacts VAT Amendment Act for Tax Reforms
The Himachal Pradesh VAT Amendment Act, 2024 updates payment, appeal, and enforcement processes to improve VAT administration and enhance compliance
Assam Issues New Minimum Wages and VDA for Urea Workers
Assam issues VDA for workers handling urea bags, effective July 1, 2024, reflecting CPI increase, with adjustments in wages for mechanized filling loading tasks
India’s February 2025 Inflation Data: Decline in Food Prices
February 2025 sees a drop in overall inflation to 3.61%, driven by a significant reduction in food inflation, offering relief to rural and urban consumers.
Manipur Government Revises Minimum Wages for Workers
Manipur revises daily wages for unskilled, semi-skilled, and skilled workers, effective from March 1, 2025, ensuring fair compensation and financial relief.
