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MCA issues a Notification regarding the Companies (Indian Accounting Standards) Amendment Rules, 2020

Brief Details	The Ministry of Corporate Affairs has issued a Notification regarding the Amendment of the Companies (Indian Accounting Standards) Rules, 2015 under section 133 read with section 469 of the Companies Act, 2013, wherein it is informed that Ind AS 1 related to Presentation of Financial Statements; Ind AS 103 related to Business Combinations; Ind AS 109 related to Financial Instruments; Ind AS 116 related to Leases; Ind AS 8 related to Operating Segments; Ind AS 10 related to Events after the Reporting Period; Ind AS 34 related to Interim Financial Reporting; Ind AS 37 related to Provisions, Contingent Liabilities and Contingent Assets have been amended.
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	24-July-2020
Source	http://www.mca.gov.in/Ministry/pdf/Rule_24072020.pdf

RBI issues a Notification regarding the Implementation of Indian Accounting Standards

Brief Details	The Reserve Bank of India has issued a Notification regarding the Implementation of Indian Accounting Standards, wherein it has been decided that the unrealised gain/loss on a derivative transaction undertaken for hedging may be offset against the unrealised loss/gain recognized in the capital (either through Profit or Loss or through Other Comprehensive Income) on the corresponding underlying hedged instrument. If after such offset and netting with unrealised gains/losses on other financial instruments, there are still net unrealised gains, the same should be excluded from regulatory capital as required by paragraph 3 of the annex to the said circular.
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	24-July-2020
Source	https://rbidocs.rbi.org.in/rdocs/notification/PDFs/INDASBF34D2B6BC6D49DFB2F428174034CC9C.PDF

IRDAI issues a Circular regarding the Extension of timelines to comply with the Standards and Benchmarks for the Hospitals in the Provider Network

Brief Details	The Insurance regulatory Development Authority of India has issued a Circular regarding the Extension of timelines to comply with the Standards and Benchmarks for the Hospitals in the Provider Network, wherein the timelines for complying with the standards and benchmarks specified at Clause (a) (i) and (ii) of Chapter IV stands extended for a further period of one year for all the existing network providers. In its earlier notification, the Network Providers or Hospitals have to register with Registry of Hospitals in the Network of insurers maintained by insurance information Bureau and to obtain either NABH Entry Level Certification or State Level Certificate by 26th July 2020. However, through this notification it has now been extended for a period of one year.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	24-July-2020
Source	https://www.irdai.gov.in/ADMINCMS/cms/whatsNew_Layout.aspx?page=PageNo4201&flag=1

IRDAI issues a Press Release regarding the Aarogya Sanjeevani Policy

Brief Details	The Insurance regulatory Development Authority of India has issued a Press Release regarding the Aarogya Sanjeevani Policy, wherein it is clarified that Arogya Sanjeevani policy, whether in individual or group form, also covers Covid – 19. The group policy is expected to provide protection to a large number of employees engaged in manufacturing, services, SMEs, MSMEs, logistics sector and migrant workers, catering to their medical needs.
Change Type	Press Release
State	Central
Effective Date	24-July-2020
Source	https://www.irdai.gov.in/ADMINCMS/cms/LayoutPages_Print.aspx?page=PageNo4200

IRDAI issues a Circular regarding Filing of Arogya Sanjeevani Policy as group health insurance product

Brief Details	The Insurance regulatory Development Authority of India has issued a Circular with reference to IRDA/HLT/REG/CIR/194/07/2020 dated 22nd July, 2020 regarding the Filing of Arogya Sanjeevani Policy as group health insurance product, wherein it is said that the product shall be filed on Use and File basis by duly complying with the norms specified in Chapter IV of consolidated guidelines on product filing in health insurance business.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	24-July-2020
Source	https://www.irdai.gov.in/ADMINCMS/cms/whatsNew_Layout.aspx?page=PageNo4199&flag=1

SEBI issues a Circular regarding the Relaxations relating to procedural matters of Issues and Listing

Brief Details	The Securities and Exchange Board of India has issued a Circular with reference to Circular no. SEBI/HO/CFD/DIL2/CIR/P/2020/78 dated 6th May, 2020 regarding the Relaxations relating to procedural matters of Issues and Listing, wherein SEBI has decided to grant further extension of one time relaxations from strict enforcement of certain regulations of SEBI (Issue of Capital and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2018 pertaining to Rights Issue opening up to 31st July, 2020 such as Service of the abridged letter of offer, application form and other issue material to shareholders may be undertaken by electronic transmission; Advertisement shall contain additional details as regards the manner in which the shareholders who have not been served notice electronically; physical shareholders are required to provide their demat account details to Issuer/ Registrar to the Issue for credit of REs; an application for a rights issue shall be made only through ASBA facility. This shall also be applicable for Rights Issues opening up to 31st December, 2020.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	24-July-2020
Source	https://www.sebi.gov.in/legal/circulars/jul-2020/relaxations-relating-to-procedural-matters-issues-and-listing_47135.html

SEBI issues a Circular regarding the Recording of all types of Encumbrances in Depository system

Brief Details	The Securities and Exchange Board of India has issued a Circular regarding the Recording of all types of Encumbrances in Depository system, wherein it has now been decided that Depositories shall put in place a system for capturing and recording all types of encumbrances, which are specified under Regulation 28(3) of SEBI (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, 2011, as amended from time to time. Towards this end, Depositories shall follow processes and other norms similar to that stipulated for the purpose of capturing and recording NDUs in Depository system. This is apart from pledge and hypothecation, whose processes and specific norms are separately provided in SEBI (Depositories & Participants) Regulations, 2018 and circulars issued thereon.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	24-July-2020
Source	https://www.sebi.gov.in/legal/circulars/jul-2020/recording-of-all-types-of-encumbrances-in-depository-system_47140.html

BSE issues a Circular regarding the Relaxations relating to procedural matters of Issues and Listing

Brief Details	The Bombay Stock Exchange Limited informs that SEBI has issued a Circular with reference to Circular no. SEBI/HO/CFD/DIL2/CIR/P/2020/78 dated 6th May, 2020 regarding the Relaxations relating to procedural matters of Issues and Listing, wherein SEBI has decided to grant further extension of one time relaxations from strict enforcement of certain regulations of SEBI (Issue of Capital and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2018 pertaining to Rights Issue opening up to 31st July, 2020 such as Service of the abridged letter of offer, application form and other issue material to shareholders may be undertaken by electronic transmission; Advertisement shall contain additional details as regards the manner in which the shareholders who have not been served notice electronically; physical shareholders are required to provide their demat account details to Issuer/ Registrar to the Issue for credit of REs; an application for a rights issue shall be made only through ASBA facility. This shall also be applicable for Rights Issues opening up to 31st December, 2020.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	24-July-2020
Source	https://www.bseindia.com/markets/MarketInfo/DispNewNoticesCirculars.aspx?page=20200724-34

BSE issues a Circular regarding the Allowing Offer for Sale (OFS) and Rights Entitlements (RE) transactions during trading window closure period

Brief Details	The Bombay Stock Exchange Limited informs that SEBI has issued a Circular regarding the Allowing Offer for Sale (OFS) and Rights Entitlements (RE) transactions during trading window closure period, wherein it has been decided that in addition to the transactions mentioned in Clause 4 (3) (b) of Schedule B read with Regulation 9 of PIT Regulations, trading window restrictions shall not apply in respect of OFS and RE transactions carried out in accordance with the framework specified by the Board from time to time.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	24-July-2020
Source	https://www.bseindia.com/markets/MarketInfo/DispNewNoticesCirculars.aspx?page=20200724-9

BSE issues a Circular regarding the Reporting to Stock Exchanges regarding violations under SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015 relating to the Code of Conduct

Brief Details	The Bombay Stock Exchange Limited informs that SEBI has issued a Circular regarding the Reporting to Stock Exchanges regarding violations under Securities and Exchange Board of India (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015 relating to the Code of Conduct, wherein it is informed that n terms of clause 13 of Schedule B (in case of listed companies) and clause 11 of Schedule C (in case of intermediaries and fiduciaries) read with Regulation 9 of the PIT Regulations, the listed companies, intermediaries and fiduciaries shall promptly inform the Stock Exchange(s) where the concerned securities are traded, regarding violations relating to CoC under PIT Regulations in such form and manner as may be specified by the Board from time to time. The said format has been suitably modified and placed at Annexure A. These regulations may be called the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Prohibition of Insider Trading) (Amendment) Regulations, 2020. This circular is issued in supersession of Circular No. SEBI/HO/ISD/ISD/CIR/P/2019/82 dated 19th July, 2019.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	24-July-2020
Source	https://www.bseindia.com/markets/MarketInfo/DispNewNoticesCirculars.aspx?page=20200724-10

CBDT issues a Notification regarding the Sovereign Wealth Fund under section 10 (23FE) of the Income-tax Act, 1961

Brief Details	The Central Board of Direct Taxes has issued a Notification regarding the Sovereign Wealth Fund under section 10 (23FE) of the Income-tax Act, 1961, wherein in order to facilitate the process of notification of the SWF, the Board, in exercise of powers conferred under section 119 of the Act, hereby specifies that the SWF shall file application in the Form I in the Annexure to this circular. The Form I shall be filed with the Member (Legislation), Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT), Department of Revenue, Ministry of Finance, North Block, New Delhi during the financial year 2020-21 and thereafter to the Member, CBDT having supervision and control over the work of Foreign Tax and Tax Research Division.
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	22-July-2020
Source	https://www.incometaxindia.gov.in/news/circular_15_2020.pdf

CBDT issues a Notification regarding the Income-tax (17th Amendment) Rules, 2020

Brief Details	The Central Board of Direct Taxes has issued a Notification regarding the Income-tax (17th Amendment) Rules, 2020, wherein in rule 31AA(4), clause vi has been inserted w.r.t. furnishing the particulars of amount received or debited on which tax was not collected, and in Appendix II, in Form 27EQ, Annexure has been substituted.
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	01-Oct-2020
Source	http://egazette.nic.in/WriteReadData/2020/220673.pdf

CBIC issues an Instruction regarding the prohibition on selling of health supplement containing PABA [Para Amino Benzoic Acid]

Brief Details	The Central Board of Indirect Taxes has issued an Instruction regarding the Probition on selling of health supplement containing PABA as it is a banned ingredient.
Change Type	Instruction
State	Central
Effective Date	24-July-2020
Source	https://www.cbic.gov.in/resources//htdocs-cbec/customs/cs-instructions/cs-instructions-2020/cs-ins-16-2020.pdf

CBIC issues an Instruction regarding the Mandatory testing and certification of Telecommunication Equipment

Brief Details	The Central Board of Indirect Taxes has issued an Instruction regarding the Mandatory testing and certification of Telecommunication Equipment w.e.f. 1st October, 2020.
Change Type	Instruction
State	Central
Effective Date	24-July-2020
Source	https://www.cbic.gov.in/resources//htdocs-cbec/customs/cs-instructions/cs-instructions-2020/cs-ins-15-2020.pdf

FSSAI issues a Circular regarding the Extension of timeline for compliance of commercial feeds intended for meat and milk producing animals with relevant BIS standard

Brief Details	The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India has issued a Circular regarding the extension of timeline for compliance of commercial feeds as specified, wherein it has been decided to extend the time up to 1st January, 2021.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	24-July-2020
Source	https://www.fssai.gov.in/upload/advisories/2020/07/5f1ac7fdd2a2bExtension_TimeLine_Feeds_24_07_2020.pdf

Government of Kerala issues a Notification regarding the revision in the variable dearness allowance for employment

Brief Details	The Government of Kerala, Labour, and Skills (E) Department has revised the variable dearness allowance for employment in Shops and Commercial establishments and employment in Computer Software Sector. As per the Notification No.P3.Pdl.1/2020/DES, the Consumer Price Index (Cost of Living Index) Numbers applicable to employees in employment under the Minimum Wages Act (Central Act XI of 1948) for the month of May 2020 are as ascertained by the Director-General of Economics & Statistics under clause (C) of Section 2 of the Act.
Change Type	Notification
State	Kerala
Effective Date	01-May-2020
Source	https://www.ricago.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Attachment-1-2.pdf

SEBI issues Circular making changes to the format to be used to report violations regarding Code of Conduct under SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015

Brief Details	The Securities and Exchange Board of India issues Circular in exercise of powers conferred under Section 11(1) of The Securities and Exchange Board of India Act, 1992 read with Regulations 4(3) and 11 of the Prohibition of Insider Trading Regulations, 2015 making changes to the format to be used to report violations regarding Code of Conduct under SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015. This Circular is issued in supersession of Circular No. SEBI/HO/ISD/ISD/CIR/P/2019/82 dated 19^th July, 2019.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	23-July-2020
Source	https://www.sebi.gov.in/legal/circulars/jul-2020/reporting-to-stock-exchanges-regarding-violations-under-securities-and-exchange-board-of-india-prohibition-of-insider-trading-regulations-2015-relating-to-the-code-of-conduct-coc-_47121.html

SEBI issues Circular Allowing Offer for Sale and Rights Entitlements Transactions during trading window closure period

Brief Details	The Securities and Exchange Board of India issues Circular in exercise of powers conferred under Section 11(1) of The Securities and Exchange Board of India Act, 1992 read with Regulations 4(3) and 11 of the Prohibition of Insider Trading Regulations, 2015 that Trading Window Restrictions shall not apply in respect of Offer for Sale and Rights Entitlements carried out in accordance with the framework specified.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	23-July-2020
Source	https://www.sebi.gov.in/legal/circulars/jul-2020/allowing-offer-for-sale-ofs-and-rights-entitlements-re-transactions-during-trading-window-closure-period_47120.html

MCX issues Master Circular making changes in the approval process for new/change/modification in software version for CTCL/IBT/WT/ATF

Brief Details	The Multi Commodity Exchange of India Limited issues Master Circular under the provisions of Rules, Bye-Laws and Business rules of The Exchange making changes to the approval process for new/change/modification in software version, Computer to Computer Link (CTCL) / Internet Based Trading (IBT) / Wireless Trading (WT) / Algorithmic Trading Facility (ATF) facility. The revised approval process for New and Change in software version will be applicable to members applying for CTCL Facility of Empaneled ISV’s software and / or In-house developed software. The process will also to be followed in case of changes in software version (impacting major functionalities or risk management system).
Change Type	Master Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	24-July-2020
Source	https://www.mcxindia.com/docs/default-source/circulars/english/2020/july/circular-526-2020.pdf?sfvrsn=137f9e90_0

MCX issues Circular reminding members to submit System Audit and Cyber Security and Cyber Resilience Audit Report on or before 31^st July, 2020

Brief Details	The Multi Commodity Exchange of India Limited issues Circular under the provisions of Rules, Bye-Laws and Business rules of The Exchange reminding members to submit System Audit and Cyber Security and Cyber Resilience Audit Report on or before 31^st July, 2020 to avoid penalty.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	23-July-2020
Source	https://www.mcxindia.com/docs/default-source/circulars/english/2020/july/mcxctcl5242020—system-audit-and-cyber-security-cyber-resilience-audit-of-trading-member-reminder0382fa4657fb64e3bdfdff00007acb35.pdf?sfvrsn=557a9e90_0

NCDEX issues Circular reminding members to make Regulatory Submissions for the period ending 31^st March, 2020 before 31^st July, 2020

Brief Details	The National Commodity and Derivatives Exchange Limited issues Circular reminding members to make Regulatory Submissions of Risk Based Supervision, Internal Audit Report, System Audit Report, Cyber Security and Cyber Resilience Audit Report, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Applications Report for the period ending 31^st March, 2020 on or before 31^st July, 2020 to avoid penalties.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	23-July-2020
Source	https://www.ncdex.com/Downloads/Circulars/PDF/Reminder_circular_23072020.pdf

IRDAI issues Circular clearing issues regarding Transfer of Shares of Insurance Companies by Promoters/Shareholders

Brief Details	The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India Issues Circular in exercise of powers conferred under Section 14(1) of The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India Act, 1999 read with Regulation 10 of IRDAI (Transfer of Equity Shares of insurance Companies) Regulations, 2015 giving more clarity on certain issues relating to transfer of shares of insurance companies by promoters/shareholders. The issues clarified are related to Transfer of Shares of more than 1% and upto 5% of the paid up share capital, Transfer of shares above 5% of the paid up share capital and so on.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	22-July-2020
Source	https://www.irdai.gov.in/ADMINCMS/cms/whatsNew_Layout.aspx?page=PageNo4198&flag=1

Ministry of Consumer Affairs notifies Consumer Protection (E-Commerce) Rules, 2020

Brief Details	The Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution in exercise of powers conferred by Section 10(1) (zg) of The Consumer Protection Act, 2019 notifies the Consumer Protection (E-Commerce) Rules, 2020.
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	23-July-2020
Source	http://egazette.nic.in/WriteReadData/2020/220661.pdf

Ministry of Consumer Affairs notifies that certain provisions of The Consumer Protection Act shall come into force from 24^th July, 2020

Brief Details	The Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution in exercise of powers conferred by Section 1(3) of The Consumer Protection Act, 2019 notifies that the provisions of Sections 2, 10-27, 58, 88, 89, 92-94, 96, 97 and 99 of the Act shall come into force on 24^th July, 2020.
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	24-July-2020
Source	http://egazette.nic.in/WriteReadData/2020/220657.pdf

BIS notifies certain changes made to certain columns of The Schedule given in The Bureau of Indian Standards Rules, 2018

Brief Details	The Bureau of Indian Standards in pursuance of Rule 15(1) of The Bureau of Indian Standards Rules, 2018 notifies that the Indian Standards, particulars of which are given in the second column of Schedule has been established on the date indicated against it in third column. The particulars of the standards, if any, which are given in the fourth column shall also remain in force concurrently till they are cancelled on the date indicated against them in the fifth column.
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	24-July-2020
Source	http://egazette.nic.in/WriteReadData/2020/220645.pdf

SEBI issues Circular regarding enhancing transparency pertaining to debt schemes and transaction in Corporate Bonds/Commercial Papers through RFQ platform

Brief Details	The Securities and Exchange Board of India issues this Circular in exercise of powers conferred under Section 11(1) of the Securities and Exchange Board of India Act, 1992 read with Regulation 77 of The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Mutual Funds) Regulations, 1996 regarding enhancing transparency pertaining to debt schemes and transaction in Corporate Bonds/Commercial Papers through RFQ platform. This Circular is a modification of SEBI Circular No. CIR/IMD/DF/21/2012 dated 13^th September, 2012 where it is decided for debt schemes that, such disclosure shall be done on fortnightly basis within 5 days of every fortnight. In addition to the current portfolio disclosure, yield of the instrument shall also be disclosed.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	01-October-2020
Source	https://www.sebi.gov.in/legal/circulars/jul-2020/circular-on-transaction-in-corporate-bonds-commercial-papers-through-rfq-platform-and-enhancing-transparency-pertaining-to-debt-schemes_47116.html

IRDAI issues Master Circular on Standardization of Health Insurance Products

Brief Details	The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India issues this Master Circular under the provisions of Section 34 (1)(a) of the Insurance Act, 1938, Regulation 14(2)(e) of the IRDAI Act 1999, Regulation 2(i)(o), 18, 31(e) and 37 of IRDAI (Health Insurance) Regulations 2016 in consolidation of all the Guidelines issued up to 31^st March, 2020. This Master Circular is applicable to all Insurers (excluding specialized insurers) and the TPAs wherever applicable.
Change Type	Master Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	22-July-2020
Source	file:///C:/Users/admin/Downloads/MASTER%20CIRCULAR%20ON%20STANDARDIZATION%20OF%20HEALTH%20INSURANCE%20PRODUCTS.pdf

SEBI notifies Securities and Exchange Board of India (Settlement Proceedings) (Amendment) Regulations, 2020

Brief Details	The Securities and Exchange Board of India in exercise of the powers conferred by Section 15JB of The Securities and Exchange Board of India Act, 1992, Section 23JA of the Securities Contracts (Regulation) Act, 1956 and Section 19-IA of the Depositories Act, 1996 read with Section 30 of the Securities and Exchange Board of India Act, 1992, Section 31 of the Securities Contracts (Regulation) Act, 1956 and Section 25 of the Depositories Act, 1996 notifies The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Settlement Proceedings) (Amendment) Regulations, 2020.
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	22-July-2020
Source	http://egazette.nic.in/WriteReadData/2020/220638.pdf

BIS issues Notification making amendments to certain Schedules of the Indian Standards

Brief Details	The Bureau of Indian Standards Issues Notification in pursuance of Rule 15(1) of The Bureau of Indian Standards Rules, 2018 amending certain Schedules of the Rules. The amendments include amendments to standards of Hot Rolled Steel Strips and so on.
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	22-July-2020
Source	http://egazette.nic.in/WriteReadData/2020/220640.pdf

SEBI issues Circular regarding review of stress methodology for positions with Early Pay-in

Brief Details	The Securities and Exchange Board of India issues this Circular in exercise of powers conferred under Section 11(1) of the Securities and Exchange Board of India Act, 1992 read with Section 10 of The Securities Contracts (Regulation) Act, 1956 regarding review of stress methodology for positions with Early Pay-in. SEBI vide Circular SEBI/HO/CDMRD/DRMP/CIR/P/2018/111 dated 11^th July, 2018, prescribed norms related to Stress Testing. This Circular is issued to amend the earlier Circular. The amendments include addition of a new clause.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	21-July-2020
Source	https://www.sebi.gov.in/legal/circulars/jul-2020/review-of-stress-testing-methodology-for-positions-with-early-pay-in_47103.html

SEBI makes a Press Release to continue the Regulatory Measures taken on 20^th March, 2020 till 27^th August, 2020

Brief Details	The Securities and Exchange Board of India had made a Press Release on 20^th March, 2020 where it had taken Regulatory Measures in view of the market volatility. These measures were effective from 23^rd March, 2020 till date. However, due to COVID-19 SEBI has decided to continue these Regulatory Measures till 27^th August, 2020.
Change Type	Press Release
State	Central
Effective Date	21-July-2020
Source	https://www.sebi.gov.in/media/press-releases/jul-2020/regulatory-measures-to-continue_47108.html

MCX issues Circular reminding members to submit report of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning within 31^st July, 2020

Brief Details	The Multi Commodity Exchange Issues Circular reminding members to submit report of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning for the Quarters ending 31^st March, 2020 and 30^th June, 2020 within 31^st July, 2020. This Circular is issued with reference to Exchange Circular No. MCX/CTCL/467/2020 dated 30^th June, 2020, MCX/CTCL/420/2020 dated 16^th June, 2020 and MCX/TECH/167/2020 dated 12^th March, 2020.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	21-July-2020
Source	https://www.mcxindia.com/docs/default-source/circulars/english/2020/july/mcxctcl5172020-reporting-for-artificial-intelligence-(ai)-and-machine-learning-(ml)-applications-and-systems-offered-and-used-by-members-of-the-exchange.pdf?sfvrsn=dad19e90_0

SEBI issues Circular laying down the framework to enable verification of upfront collection of margins from Clients’ in cash and derivatives segment

Brief Details	The Securities and Exchange Board of India issues this Circular in exercise of powers conferred under Section 11(1) of the Securities and Exchange Board of India Act, 1992 read with Section 10 of The Securities Contracts (Regulation) Act, 1956 laying down the framework to enable verification of upfront collection of margins from Clients’ in cash and derivatives segment. The provisions of this Circular will be applicable from 01^st December, 2020.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	01-December-2020
Source	https://www.sebi.gov.in/legal/circulars/jul-2020/framework-to-enable-verification-of-upfront-collection-of-margins-from-clients-in-cash-and-derivatives-segments_47101.html

MCX issues Circular reminding members to submit Half Yearly Net Worth Certificate as on 31^st March, 2020 on or before 31^st July, 2020

Brief Details	The Multi Commodity Exchange issues Circular reminding members to submit Half Yearly Net Worth Certificate along with Computation of Net Worth as on 31^st March, 2020 on or before 31^st July, 2020. Non Submission/ Late Submission shall result in penalty/ disciplinary actions.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	20-July-2020
Source	https://www.mcxindia.com/docs/default-source/circulars/english/2020/july/circular-508-2020.pdf?sfvrsn=55169d90_0

Ministry of Health notifies The Cigarettes and Other Tobacco Products (Packaging and Labelling) Second Amendment Rules, 2020

Brief Details	The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare in exercise of powers conferred by Sections 7(1), 8(2), 10 and 31 of The Cigarettes and Other Tobacco Products (Prohibition of Advertisement and Regulation of Trade and Commerce, Production, Supply and Distribution) Act, 2003 notifies The Cigarettes and other Tobacco Products (Packaging and Labelling) Second Amendment Rules, 2020.
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	20-July-2020
Source	http://egazette.nic.in/WriteReadData/2020/220602.pdf

SEBI issues Circular giving Guidelines in respect of conditions, manner and mechanism of exit option to dissenting unit holders pursuant to SEBI (INVLTS) Regulations, 2014

Brief Details	The Securities and Exchange Board of India issues this Circular in exercise of powers conferred under Section 11(1) of the Securities and Exchange Board of India Act, 1992 and Regulation 33 of the SEBI Infrastructure Investment Trusts Regulations giving guidelines, manner and mechanism of providing exit option to dissenting unit holders pursuant to Regulation 22(5C) and Regulation 22(7) of SEBI Infrastructure Investment Trusts Regulations, 2014.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	17-July-2020
Source	https://www.sebi.gov.in/legal/circulars/jul-2020/manner-and-mechanism-of-providing-exit-option-to-dissenting-unit-holders-pursuant-to-regulation-22-5c-and-regulation-22-7-of-sebi-infrastructure-investment-trusts-regulations-2014_47083.html

SEBI issues Circular giving Guidelines in respect of conditions, manner and mechanism of exit option to dissenting unit holders pursuant to SEBI (REIT) Regulations, 2014

Brief Details	The Securities and Exchange Board of India issues this Circular in exercise of powers conferred under Section 11(1) of the Securities and Exchange Board of India Act, 1992 and Regulation 33 of the SEBI Real Estate Investment Trusts Regulations giving guidelines, manner and mechanism of providing exit option to dissenting unit holders pursuant to Regulation 22(6A) and Regulation 22(8) of SEBI Real Estate Investment Trusts Regulations, 2014.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	17-July-2020
Source	https://www.sebi.gov.in/legal/circulars/jul-2020/manner-and-mechanism-of-providing-exit-option-to-dissenting-unit-holders-pursuant-to-regulation-22-6a-and-regulation-22-8-of-sebi-real-estate-investment-trusts-regulations-2014_47084.html

BSE gives Notice to Stock Brokers to submit the data on Clients’ Funds as on 17^th July, 2020 by 22^nd July, 2020

Brief Details	The Bombay Stock Exchange gives Notice to Stock Brokers to submit the data on clients’ funds lying with them as on 17^th July, 2020 by 22^nd July, 2020. This Notice is in reference with SEBI Circular No. SEBI/HO/MIRSD/MIRSD2/CIR/2016/95, SEBI/HO/MIRSD/MIRSD2/CIR/P/2016/138 dated 20^th December, 2016, CIR/HO/MIRSD/MIRSD2/CIR/P/2017/64 dated 22^nd June, 2017, CIR/HO/MIRSD/MIRSD2/CIR/PB/2017/107 dated 25^th September, 2017, and Exchange Notice Nos. 20160927-41 dated 27^th September, 2016, 20161221-20 dated 21^st December, 2016, 20170623-14 dated 23^rd June, 2017, 20170925-34 dated 25^th September, 2017, 20171129-19 dated 29^th November, 2017.
Change Type	Notice
State	Central
Effective Date	17-July-2020
Source	https://www.bseindia.com/markets/MarketInfo/DispNewNoticesCirculars.aspx?page=20200717-43

BSE gives Notice to Stock Brokers to submit the Weekly Holding Statement for the week ending on 18^th July, 2020 by 23^rd July, 2020

Brief Details	The Bombay Stock Exchange gives Notice to Stock Brokers to submit Weekly Holding Statement for the week ending on 18^th July, 2020 by 23^rd July, 2020 to avoid penalties. This Notice is in reference with Exchange Notice No. 20180830-31 dated 30^th August, 2018, 20181115-27 dated 15^th November, 2018, 20190104-33 dated 4^th January, 2019, 20190412-43 dated 12^th April, 2019 and 20190802-34 dated 2^nd August, 2019 regarding standardization of Register of Securities (ROS), Holding Statement, Bank book and Client Ledger and weekly submission of holding statement data.
Change Type	Notice
State	Central
Effective Date	17-July-2020
Source	https://www.bseindia.com/markets/MarketInfo/DispNewNoticesCirculars.aspx?page=20200717-42

NSDL issues Circular amending its Bye Laws and Business Rules

Brief Details	The National Securities Depository Limited issues Circular amending its Bye Laws and Business Rules with respect to margin obligations to be given by way of Pledge/ Re-pledge in the Depository System. The Amendments include the following: 1. Insertion of new Bye-law 9.16 and amendment to Bye-law 10.2.7 2. Insertion of Rule 12.16, 16.1.1 (xv) and amendment to Rules 4.5.3, 16.1.1 (xii) & 22.1 3. Insertion of new Form 43 in Rules
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	01-August-2020
Source	https://nsdl.co.in/downloadables/pdf/2020-0095-Policy-Amendments%20to%20Bye%20Laws%20and%20Business%20Rules%20of%20NSDL.pdf

MCX issues Circular reminding members to submit Internal Audit Report and data pertaining to Risk Based Supervision on or before 31^st July, 2020

Brief Details	The Multi Commodity Exchange issues Circular reminding members to submit Internal Audit Report and data pertaining to Risk Based Supervision on or before 31st July, 2020. Non Submission/ Late Submission shall result in penalty/ disciplinary actions.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	17-July-2020
Source	https://www.mcxindia.com/docs/default-source/circulars/english/2020/july/circular-505-2020.pdf?sfvrsn=31209d90_0

SEBI notifies The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Prohibition of Insider Trading) (Amendment) Regulations, 2020

Brief Details	The Securities and Exchange Board of India in exercise of powers conferred under Section 30 read with Sections 11(2)(g) and 12A(d)(e) of The Securities and Exchange Board of India Act, 1992 notifies The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Prohibition of Insider Trading) (Amendment) Regulations, 2020.
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	17-July-2020
Source	http://egazette.nic.in/WriteReadData/2020/220574.pdf

RBI notifies Guidelines in regards to Fair Practices Code for Asset Reconstruction Companies

Brief Details	The Reserve Bank of India issues this Notification in exercise of the powers conferred by Section 9 of the Securitization and Reconstruction of Financial Assets and Enforcement of Securities Interest Act, 2002 giving Guidelines in regards to Fair Practices Code for Asset Reconstruction Companies. Asset Reconstruction Companies registered with the Bank are advised to adopt ‘Fair Practices Code’ so as to ensure transparency and fairness in their operation.
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	16-July-2020
Source	https://rbidocs.rbi.org.in/rdocs/notification/PDFs/NT13CCA31EC5782D4B8FA529D23E01DE26AA.PDF

Ministry of Finance Issues Notification regarding leasing of plots in an industrial or financial business area

Brief Details	The Ministry of Finance Issues Notification in exercise of powers conferred under Sections 9(3)(4), 11(1), 15(5) and 148 of The Delhi Goods and Services Act, 2017 to make amendment of an earlier Notification of the Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi, in the Department of Finance (Revenue-1), No.12/2017- State Tax (Rate), dated the 30^th June, 2017. The amendments made include amendment “In column 3 substituting 50 with 20” and amendment in column 5 of the Notification.
Change Type	Notification
State	Delhi
Effective Date	01-January-2020
Source	http://egazette.nic.in/WriteReadData/2020/220556.pdf

SEBI issues Circular giving relaxation from compliance with provisions of The SEBI (ILDS Regulations) 2008, (NCPRS Regulations) 2013

Brief Details	The Securities and Exchange Board of India issues this Circular in exercise of powers conferred under Section 11(1) of the Securities and Exchange Board of India Act, 1992 read with Regulations 31 and 32 of the SEBI (ILDS) Regulations, 2008, Regulations 26 and 27 of SEBI (NCRPS) Regulations, 2013, giving Relaxation from compliance with provisions of the SEBI (Issue and Listing of Debt Securities) Regulations, 2008(“ILDS Regulation”), SEBI (Non-Convertible Redeemable Preference Shares) Regulations, 2013 (“NCRPS Regulations”) and SEBI Circulars relating to Listing of Commercial Papers. SEBI has permitted listed Issuers who have issued Non-Convertible Debentures (NCDs)/Non-Convertible Redeemable Preference Shares (NCRPS)/ Commercial Paper(s) (CPs) on or after 1^st July, 2020 and intend/propose to list such issued NCDs/NCRPS/CPs, on or before 31^st July, 2020, to use available financials as on 31^st December,2019.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	15-July-2020
Source	https://www.sebi.gov.in/legal/circulars/jul-2020/relaxation-from-compliance-with-provisions-of-the-sebi-issue-and-listing-of-debt-securities-regulations-2008-ilds-regulation-sebi-non-convertible-redeemable-preference-shares-regulations-20-_47071.html

NCDEX issues Circular regarding the penalty structure related to the provisions of Handling of Clients’ Securities by Clearing Members

Brief Details	The National Commodity and Derivatives Exchange Limited has issued this Circular in reference with NCCL Circular No. NCCL/COMPLIANCE-010/2019 dated 21^st June, 2020 and Circular No. NCCL/COMPLIANCE-013/2019 dated 30^th August, 2019 on Handling of Clients’ Securities by Trading Members/Clearing Members. The Clearing Corporation in consultation with other Clearing Corporations has formulated an indicative penalty structure for any non-compliance of the provisions of this Circular.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	15-July-2020
Source	https://www.ncdex.com/Downloads/Circulars/PDF/Penalty_structure_provisions_Handling_Clients_Securities_Clearing_Member_15072020.pdf

NSE issues Circular requesting members to submit AL and ML report by 31^st July, 2020

Brief Details	The National Stock Exchange of India Limited issues Circular requesting members who have not submitted Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) Report for the quarter ending 31^st March, 2020 to submit the same before 31^st July, 2020. Uploading of the report can be done through NEW ENIT-COMPLIANCE online. This Circular is in reference with Exchange Circular NSE/COMP/44078 dated 07^th April, 2020 and NSE/COMP/44932 dated 06^th July, 2020 regarding the Reporting of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) applications and systems offered and used by market intermediaries.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	14-July-2020
Source	https://www.nseindia.com/resources/exchange-communication-circulars

BSE notifies revised charges for High Order To Trade Ratio which are applicable from 22^nd July, 2020

Brief Details	The Bombay Stock Exchange gives Notice about revised charges for High Order To Trade Ratio applicable from 22^nd July, 2020. These charges shall be computed at member level on a daily basis and shall be collected on a monthly basis, after reckoning all algo orders and algo trades of the member.
Change Type	Notice
State	Central
Effective Date	22-July-2020
Source	https://www.bseindia.com/markets/MarketInfo/DispNewNoticesCirculars.aspx?page=20200714-51

BSE issues Notice requesting members to members to submit Cyber Resilience Audit Report on or before 31^st July, 2020

Brief Details	The Bombay Stock Exchange issues Notice directing members to submit Cyber Security & Cyber Resilience Audit Report for the period ended 31^st March, 2020 to the Exchange on or before 31^st July, 2020. Members can submit the Cyber Security & Cyber Resilience Audit Report in electronic form through BEFS (BSE Electronic Filing System). This Notice is in reference with Exchange Notice no. 20200420-57 dated 20^th April, 2020
Change Type	Notice
State	Central
Effective Date	14-July-2020
Source	https://www.bseindia.com/markets/MarketInfo/DispNewNoticesCirculars.aspx?page=20200714-47

MLWB notifies extension of Labour Welfare Fund Contribution till 15^th August, 2020

Brief Details	The Maharashtra Labour Welfare Board Issues Notification giving relaxation to all establishments to pay contribution towards labour welfare fund for June 2020. The last date for payment is extended till 15^th August, 2020
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	14-July-2020
Source	https://public.mlwb.in/public

SEBI issues Circular giving Guidelines for listing of Structured Products/Market Linked Debentures

Brief Details	The Securities and Exchange Board of India issues this Circular in exercise of powers conferred under Section 11(1) of the Securities and Exchange Board of India Act, 1992 giving Guidelines for listing of Structured Products/Market Linked Debentures. This Circular makes It mandatory for the issuer to appoint a third party valuation agency which shall be an Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI) appointed valuation agency.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	13-July-2020
Source	https://www.sebi.gov.in/legal/circulars/jul-2020/guidelines-for-issue-and-listing-of-structured-products-market-linked-debentures-amendments_47053.html

CBDT issues Circular giving one-time relaxation to file ITR-V form upto 31^st September, 2020 for verification of tax returns

Brief Details	The Central Board of Direct Taxes Issues Circular giving One-time relaxation for Verification of tax-returns for the Assessment years 201S-16, 2016-17, 2017-18, 2018-19 and 2019-20 which are pending due to non-filing of ITR-V form and processing of such returns. Income-tax Return (ITR) which is filed electronically without a digital signature, the taxpayer is required to verify it using anyone of the following modes within the time limit of 120 days from date of uploading the ITR. For the ones that have failed to do the same, CBDT permits verification of such returns either by sending a duly signed physical copy of ITR-V to CPC, Bengaluru through speed post or through EVC/OTP modes. Such verification process must be completed by 30.09.2020.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	13-July-2020
Source	https://www.incometaxindia.gov.in/communications/circular/circular_13_2020.pdf

CBIC issues Notification imposing 10% Tax on Import of Polybutadiene Rubber from South Korea

Brief Details	The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs in exercise of the powers conferred by Section 25(1) of The Customs Act, 1962 read with Rule 9 of the same Rules makes further amendments in the Notification of the Government of India in the Ministry of Finance (Department of Revenue), No.152/2009-Customs, dated the 31st December, 2009. The amendments include imposing 10% Tax on Import of Polybutadiene Rubber from South Korea till 28^th January, 2021.
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	13-July-2020
Source	https://www.cbic.gov.in/resources//htdocs-cbec/customs/cs-act/notifications/notfns-2020/cs-tarr2020/cs31-2020.pdf

CBIC notifies extension of filing return from 15^th July, 2020 to 31^st August, 2020

Brief Details	The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs Issues Notification in exercise of the powers conferred by Section 148 of the Central Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017 to further amend an earlier Notification No. 21/2019- Central Tax, dated the 23^rd April, 2019. The amendments are made to the third paragraph, in the first proviso, 15^th day of July, 2020, is substituted with 31^st day of August, 2020.
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	13-July-2020
Source	http://egazette.nic.in/WriteReadData/2020/220496.pdf

DGFT issues Notification Amending the Export Policy of textile raw material for masks and coveralls

Brief Details	The Directorate General of Foreign Trade Issues Notification in exercise of powers conferred by Section 3 of the Foreign Trade (Development & Regulation) Act, 1992 read with Para 2.01 of the Foreign Trade Policy, 2015-20 amending Schedule 2 of the ITCHS Export policy related to export of textile raw material for masks and coveralls. The amendments include making Non-woven fabrics other than 25-70 GSM (Except Melt-blown category of Non-woven fabric) free for trading which was earlier prohibited.
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	13-July-2020
Source	http://egazette.nic.in/WriteReadData/2020/220495.pdf

RBI issues Notification exempting Alternate Investment Fund from Registering as NBFC

Brief Details	The Reserve Bank of India issues Notification that Venture capital fund companies, holding a certificate of registration obtained under Section 12 of the Securities and Exchange Board of India Act, 1992 and not holding or accepting public deposit are exempted from the provisions of Section 45-IA and 45-IC of The RBI Act, 1934 and also from the applicability of guidelines issued by the Bank for NBFCs. Further, The RBI in exercise of powers conferred under Section 45NC of The Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 and upon the repeal of Securities and Exchange Board of India (Venture Capital Funds) Regulations, 1996 and enactment of Securities and Exchange Board of India (Alternative Investment Funds) Regulations, 2012 has substituted the word “Venture Capital Fund Companies” with “Alternative Investment Fund Companies”.
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	10-July-2020
Source	https://rbidocs.rbi.org.in/rdocs/notification/PDFs/CCN115EAIF27F4552FF5CF435ABB631DF60E7788BE.PDF

SEBI issues Master Circular for Commodity Derivatives Market

Brief Details	The Securities and Exchange Board of India issues this Master Circular which is a compilation of the Circulars issued by Commodity Derivatives Market Regulation Department (CDMRD) pertaining to domestic commodity derivatives segment, which have been issued till date. Further, references in the Circular to the Statutes/Regulations which now stand repealed have been suitably updated. This Master Circular shall supersede previous Master Circular CDMRD/DMP/CIR/P/2018/126 dated 07^th September, 2018.
Change Type	Master Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	10-July-2020
Source	https://www.sebi.gov.in/legal/master-circulars/jul-2020/master-circular-for-commodity-derivatives-market_47045.html

CBIC issues Notification regarding re-import of Cut and Polished Diamonds

Brief Details	The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs in exercise of the powers conferred by Section 25(1) of The Customs Act, 1962 has made amendments to the Notification of the Government of India in the Ministry of Finance (Department of Revenue) No. 9/2012- Customs, dated the 9^th March, 2012. This Notification extends the last date for re-import of diamonds for a further three months if the last date of re -import falls between the 1^st February, 2020 and the 31^st July, 2020.
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	10-July-2020
Source	https://www.cbic.gov.in/resources//htdocs-cbec/customs/cs-act/notifications/notfns-2020/cs-tarr2020/cs30-2020.pdf

NSE issues Circular giving Guidelines on margin collection and reporting for Clearing Members

Brief Details	The National Stock Exchange of India Limited issues Circular giving Guidelines/Clarification on margin collection and reporting to all Clearing Members while dealing with the Trading Members (TMs) and Custodial Participants (CPs). This Circular is issued in reference to Circular No CIR/HO/MIRSD/DOP/CIR/P/2019/139 dated 19^th November, 2019 and Circular No SEBI/HO/MRD2/DCAP/CIR/P/2020/27 dated 24^th February, 2020.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	10-July-2020
Source	https://archives.nseindia.com/content/circulars/CMPL44977.pdf

NSE issues Circular regarding penalty structure related to the provisions of Clients’ Securities by Clearing Members

Brief Details	The National Stock Exchange of India Limited issues Circular regarding Penalty structure related to the provisions of Handling of Clients’ Securities by Clearing Members. This Circular is in reference to Clearing Corporation Circulars Ref No: NCL/CMPL/41442 dated 28^th June, 2019, Ref No: NCL/CMPL/42015 dated 30^th August, 2019 and SEBI Circulars Ref No. CIR/HO/MIRSD/DOP/CIR/P/2019/75 dated 20^th June, 2019 and SEBI/HO/MIRSD/DOP/CIR/P/2019/95 dated 29^th August, 2019.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	20-June-2019
Source	https://archives.nseindia.com/content/circulars/CMPL44976.pdf

BSE gives Notice to Stock Brokers to submit the data on Clients’ Funds as on 10^th July, 2020 by 15^th July, 2020

Brief Details	The Bombay Stock Exchange gives Notice to Stock Brokers to submit the data on clients’ funds lying with them as on 10^th July, 2020 by 15^th July, 2020. This Notice is in reference with SEBI Circular No. SEBI/HO/MIRSD/MIRSD2/CIR/2016/95, SEBI/HO/MIRSD/MIRSD2/CIR/P/2016/138 dated 20^th December, 2016, CIR/HO/MIRSD/MIRSD2/CIR/P/2017/64 dated 22^nd June, 2017, CIR/HO/MIRSD/MIRSD2/CIR/PB/2017/107 dated 25^th September, 2017, and Exchange Notice Nos. 20160927-41 dated 27^th September, 2016, 20161221-20 dated 21^st December, 2016, 20170623-14 dated 23^rd June, 2017, 20170925-34 dated 25^th September, 2017, 20171129-19 dated 29^th November, 2017.
Change Type	Notice
State	Central
Effective Date	10-July-2020
Source	https://www.bseindia.com/markets/MarketInfo/DispNewNoticesCirculars.aspx?page=20200710-42

BSE gives Notice to Stock Brokers to submit the Weekly Holding Statement for the week ending on 11^th July, 2020 by 16^th July, 2020

Brief Details	The Bombay Stock Exchange gives Notice to Stock Brokers to submit Weekly Holding Statement for the week ending on 11^th July, 2020 by 16^th July, 2020 to avoid penalties. This Notice is in reference with Exchange Notice No. 20180830-31 dated 30^th August, 2018, 20181115-27 dated 15^th November, 2018, 20190104-33 dated 4^th January, 2019, 20190412-43 dated 12^th April, 2019 and 20190802-34 dated 2^nd August, 2019 regarding standardization of Register of Securities (ROS), Holding Statement, Bank book and Client Ledger and weekly submission of holding statement data.
Change Type	Notice
State	Central
Effective Date	10-July-2020
Source	https://www.bseindia.com/markets/MarketInfo/DispNewNoticesCirculars.aspx?page=20200710-41

CDSCO issues Circular extending the permission for import of drug with residual shelf life less than 60% upto 31^st October, 2020

Brief Details	The Central Drugs Standard Control Organization Issues Circular extending the permission for import of drug with residual shelf life less than 60% upto 31st October, 2020. This step has been taken in light of Covid-19.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	10-July-2020
Source	https://cdsco.gov.in/opencms/opencms/system/modules/CDSCO.WEB/elements/download_file_division.jsp?num_id=NjEzMw==

TRAI notifies Telecommunication Interconnection (Second Amendment) Regulations, 2020

Brief Details	The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India In exercise of the powers conferred upon it under Section 36, read with sub-clauses (ii), (iii) and (iv) of clause (b) of sub-section (1) of Section 11, of the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India Act, 1997 notifies Telecommunication Interconnection (Second Amendment) Regulations, 2020. These amendments have been made to amend The Telecommunication Interconnection Regulations, 2018.
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	10-July-2020
Source	http://egazette.nic.in/WriteReadData/2020/220465.pdf

IRDAI issues a Circular regarding the Rescheduling of term loans due to Covid-19

Brief Details	The Insurance regulatory Development Authority of India has issued a Circular regarding the Rescheduling of terms loans, wherein it is informed to all the CEOs of the insurers that they are permitted to grant a moratorium of three months towards payment of instalments falling due between 1st June, 2020 and 31st August, 2020. The repayment schedule for such loans and also the residual tenor, will be shifted across the board by three months subsequent to the moratorium period. Concurrent Auditor in their report for the quarter ending Sep 2020 shall confirm that the insurer has complied with the Board Approved policy in granting moratorium.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	07-July-2020
Source	https://www.irdai.gov.in/ADMINCMS/cms/whatsNew_Layout.aspx?page=PageNo4179&flag=1

IRDAI issues a Circular regarding the Guidelines on Standard Individual Health Insurance Product

Brief Details	The Insurance regulatory Development Authority of India has issued a Circular regarding the Guidelines on Standard Individual Health Insurance Product, wherein General and Health insurers are allowed to offer Sum Insured options ranging from minimum Rs.1,00,000/- to maximum of Rs.5,00,000/- (in the multiples of 50,000/-)for Arogya Sanjeevani Policy. Whereas the standard policy is required to be offered by all General and Health insurers for sum insured between Rs.1 lakh and Rs.5 lakhs, to further facilitate the general public, insurers are hereby allowed to offer minimum sum insured less than Rs.1,00,000/- and maximum sum insured greater than Rs.5,00,000/- subject to the underwriting policy of the Insurers. The Sum insured options shall be offered in the multiples of Rs. 50,000/- only.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	07-July-2020
Source	https://www.irdai.gov.in/ADMINCMS/cms/whatsNew_Layout.aspx?page=PageNo4177&flag=1

SEBI issues a Circular regarding the Amendments to SEBI (International Financial Services Centres) Guidelines, 2015

Brief Details	The Securities and Exchange Board of India has issued a Circular regarding the Amendment to SEBI (International Financial Services Centres) Guidelines, 2015, under Section 11 (1) of the SEBI Act, 1992, wherein it has been decided to amend clause 4 (1) of SEBI (IFSC) Guidelines, 2015 and any Indian recognized stock exchange or a bourse of foreign jurisdiction may form a subsidiary to provide the services of stock exchange in IFSC wherein at least 51 per cent of paid up equity share capital is held by such exchange and remaining share capital may be offered to any other person, whether Indian or of foreign jurisdiction. SEBI also said that SEs, Banking companies, depositories, Commodity derivative exchange of Indian and foreign jurisdictions are allowed to acquire 15% stake in exchange operating in an IFSC.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	09-July-2020
Source	https://www.sebi.gov.in/legal/circulars/jul-2020/securities-and-exchange-board-of-india-international-financial-services-centres-guidelines-2015-amendments_47034.html

SEBI issues a Circular regarding the Amendments to SEBI (Issue of Capital and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2018

Brief Details	The Securities and Exchange Board of India has issued a Circular regarding the Amendment to SEBI ((Issue of Capital and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2018, under section 30 of the SEBI Act, 1992, wherein after regulation 164 A, Regulation 164B has been inserted w.r.t. Optional pricing in preferential issue.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	09-July-2020
Source	https://www.sebi.gov.in/legal/regulations/jul-2020/securities-and-exchange-board-of-india-issue-of-capital-and-disclosure-requirements-third-amendment-regulations-2020_46991.html

NSDL issues a Circular regarding the Submission of Compliance Certificate by RTAs/Issuers having direct electronic connectivity with NSDL

Brief Details	The National Securities Depository Limited has issued a Circular regarding the Submission of Compliance Certificate by RTAs/Issuers having direct electronic connectivity with NSDL, wherein RTAs/ Issuers having direct electronic connectivity with NSDL are required to comply with the Depositories Act, 1996, SEBI (Depositories and Participants) Regulations, 2018, SEBI (Registrars to an Issue And Share Transfer Agents) Regulations, 1993,Directives / Circulars / Clarifications / Guidelines issued by SEBI, the Government of India, Regulatory Bodies and NSDL, from time to time and the Bye Laws and Business Rules of NSDL and are advised to submit a Compliance Certificate to NSDL in the format given in Annexure A, duly signed and stamped by the Compliance Officer of the RTA/Issuer having direct electronic connectivity with NSDL, at half yearly intervals for the period January to June by 31st June, 2020 and for the half year period 1st July, 2020 to 31st December, 2020, due date for submission will be 31st January, 2021.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	06-July-2020
Source	https://www.ricago.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Attachment-1-1.pdf

CBDT issues a Notification regarding the Harmonized Master List of Infrastructure Sub-sectors

Brief Details	The Central Board of Direct Taxes has issued a Notification regarding the Harmonized Master List of Infrastructure Sub-sector for the purpose of Section 10(23FE) of the Income-Tax Act, 1961, wherein it is said that Harmonized Master List of Infrastructure Sub-sector shall not include the business already provided in the said item (b) of the Updated Harmonized Master List of Infrastructure Sub-sectors in the notification of the Government of India in the Ministry of Finance, Department of Economic Affairs, published in Gazette of India, Extraordinary, vide number, F.No.13/3/2017-INF dated 13th August, 2018. This notification shall come into force from the 1st April, 2021 and shall be applicable for assessment year 2021-22 and subsequent assessment years
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	01-April-2021
Source	https://www.incometaxindia.gov.in/communications/notification/notification_44_2020.pdf

SEBI signs MOU with CBDT

Brief Details	The Securities and Exchange Board of India signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT), for data exchange between the two organizations. The MOU was signed by Ms. Anu J Singh, Pr. DGIT (Systems), CBDT and Ms. Madhabi Puri Buch, Whole Time Member, SEBI in the presence of senior officers from both the organizations via video conference. The MOU will facilitate the sharing of data and information between CBDT and SEBI on an automatic and regular basis. The MOU will ensure that both CBDT and SEBI have seamless linkage for data exchange. In addition to regular exchange of data, CBDT and SEBI will also exchange with each other, on request and suo moto basis, any information available in their respective databases, for the purpose of carrying out scrutiny, inspection, investigation and prosecution.
Change Type	Press Release
State	Central
Effective Date	08-July-2020
Source	https://www.sebi.gov.in/media/press-releases/jul-2020/sebi-signs-mou-with-cbdt_47030.html

MCX issues Circular revising the procedure for transfer of business pursuant to Transfer of Membership/Merger/De-Merger/Amalgamation

Brief Details	The Multi Commodity Exchange of India Limited has issued a Circular with reference to Circular No. MCX/MEM/017/2018 dated 17^th January, 2018 and Circular No. MCX/MEM/002/2020 dated 02^nd January, 2020.which had specified the procedure to be followed by the members for transfer of business by way of Transfer of Membership /Merger / Demerger / Amalgamation. In this Circular MCX has modified the provisions of 2A of the earlier Circulars which now states that new members shall be liable to pay late fees if he fails to complete transfer of business within 180 days from the date of approval of the Exchange.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	08-July-2020
Source	https://www.mcxindia.com/docs/default-source/circulars/english/2020/july/circular-488-2020.pdf?sfvrsn=3e989c90_0

MCX issues Circular reminding trading members to report Cyber Security Incident before 15^th July, 2020

Brief Details	The Multi Commodity Exchange of India Limited has issued a Circular with reference to Circular No. MCX/CTCL/421/2020 dated 16^th June, 2020 and MCX/TECH/058/2019 dated 31^st January, 2019 wherein members were requested to keep the Exchange informed regarding Cyber Incidents. In this Circular the Exchange has requested trading members to report Cyber Incidents whether occurred or not for the quarter ending June 2020 through its portal which will be open for submission till 15^th July, 2020.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	08-July-2020
Source	https://www.mcxindia.com/docs/default-source/circulars/english/2020/july/mcxctcl4892020—information-sharing-on-cyber-security-incident-reminder.pdf?sfvrsn=12989c90_0

MCA issues Circular extending the last date of filing of Form NFRA-2

Brief Details	The Ministry of Corporate Affairs Issues Circular extending the limit of filing Form NFRA-2 for the reporting period FY 2018-19, to 270 days from the date of deployment of this form on the website of National Financial Reporting Authority. This Circular is issued in continuation with an earlier Circular dated 30^th April 2020 with No. 19/2020.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	06-July-2020
Source	http://www.mca.gov.in/Ministry/pdf/GeneralCircularNo.26_06072020.pdf

SEBI issues Circular giving relaxation with certain provisions of The SEBI (Issue and Listing of Municipal Debt Securities) Regulations, 2015

Brief Details	The Securities and Exchange Board of India issues Circular in exercise of the powers conferred under Section 11(1) of the Securities and Exchange Board of India Act, 1992 read with Regulation 29 of Issue and Listing of Municipal Debt Securities Regulations, 2015. This Circular is a modification of an earlier Circular dated 23^rd March, 2020 with No. SEBI/HO/DDHS/CIR/P/2020/41. In this Circular SEBI has modified Clause 7 of the Circular (dealing with investor grievance report, financial results and Accounts maintained by issuers under ILDM Regulations) and further extended the timelines for submission to 31^st July, 2020.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	07-July-2020
Source	https://www.sebi.gov.in/legal/circulars/jul-2020/relaxation-from-compliance-with-certain-provisions-of-the-sebi-issue-and-listing-of-municipal-debt-securities-regulations-2015-ildm-regulations-and-certain-sebi-circulars-due-to-the-covid-19-vir-_47015.html

NSE issues Circular Discontinuing submission of compliance certificate on a quarterly basis

Brief Details	The National Stock Exchange of India Limited issues this Circular with reference to Exchange Circulars No. NSE/COMP/21990, NSE/COMP/21991 and NSE/COMP/21992 dated 23^rd October, 2012 wherein members were requested to submit compliance certificate on a quarterly basis to The Exchange confirming the status of compliance with the requirements relating to limit setting at the time of order placement. However, The Exchange has decided to discontinue with the requirement of submission of compliance certificate from the quarter ended June 2020 onwards.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	07-July-2020
Source	https://archives.nseindia.com/content/circulars/COMP44943.pdf

RBI issues Notification extending the timeline for finalization of audited accounts for NBFC

Brief Details	The Reserve Bank of India issues Notification wherein, every applicable NBFC shall finalize its balance sheet within a period of 3 months from the date to which it pertains or any date as notified by SEBI for submission of financial results by listed entities. The list of applicable NBFC are given under Para 18(2) of The Master Direction on Systematically Important Non-Deposit Taking Company and Deposit Company (Reserve Bank) Directions, 2016 and Non Systematically Important Non-Deposit Taking Company (Reserve Bank) Directions, 2016.
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	06-July-2020
Source	https://rbidocs.rbi.org.in/rdocs/notification/PDFs/ETFAA2C0CE1CD9F15481FA5DFF33E041A0D77.PDF

CBIC issues Notification regarding import of Phthalic Anhydride from Korea

Brief Details	The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs in exercise of the powers conferred by Section 25(1) of The Customs Act, 1962 read with Rule 9 of The Customs Rules has made amendments in the notification of the Government of India in the Ministry of Finance (Department of Revenue), No.152/2009-Customs, dated the 31st December, 2009, published in the Gazette of India, vide number G.S.R. 943 (E), dated the 31st December, 2009. The amendments are made to Serial Number 230A and 230B of the table of the said Notification.
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	06-July-2020
Source	https://www.cbic.gov.in/resources//htdocs-cbec/customs/cs-act/notifications/notfns-2020/cs-tarr2020/cs29-2020.pdf

RBI issues a Circular regarding the Credit flow to Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Sector

Brief Details	The Reserve Bank of India has issued a Circular regarding the Credit flow to Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Sector, wherein it has been informed that new criteria for classifying the enterprises as Micro, Small and Medium enterprises has been introduced which includes Classification of enterprises, Composite criteria of investment and turnover for classification; Calculation of investment in plant and machinery or equipment; Calculation of turnover.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	01-July-2020
Source	https://www.rbi.org.in/Scripts/NotificationUser.aspx?Id=11934&Mode=0

SEBI issues a Circular regarding the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Investment Advisers) (Amendment) Regulations, 2020

Brief Details	The Securities and Exchange Board of India has issued a Circular under Section 30 read with section 11[2(b)] of the Securities and Exchange Board of India Act, 1992 regarding the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Investment Advisors) (Amendment) Regulations, 2020, wherein it is informed that any existing application for Registration pending with SEBI will be now be dealt as per the new qualification and net worth requirements. Net worth requirements for non-individual investment advisers have been increased to Rs. 50 lakhs and for individual investment advisers it has been increased to Rs. 5 lakhs.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	21-July-2020
Source	https://www.sebi.gov.in/legal/regulations/jul-2020/sebi-investment-advisers-amendment-regulations-2020_47007.html

SEBI issues a Press Release regarding the Amendments to SEBI (Investment Advisers) Regulations, 2013

Brief Details	The Securities and Exchange Board of India has issued a Press Release regarding the Amendment to SEBI (Investment Advisers) Regulations, 2013, wherein it is informed that key regulatory changes have been introduced w.r.t. Segregation of Advisory & Distribution Activities; Implementation services; Agreement between Investment Adviser and client; Eligibility Criteria for IAs, etc.,
Change Type	Press Release
State	Central
Effective Date	03-July-2020
Source	https://www.sebi.gov.in/media/press-releases/jul-2020/sebi-notifies-amendments-to-sebi-investment-advisers-regulations-2013_47006.html

NSE issues a Circular regarding the Discontinuation of NEAT Application

Brief Details	The National Stock Exchange of India Limited has issued a Circular regarding the Discontinuation of NEAT Application, wherein Members are requested to note that due to prevailing situation caused by the spread of Corona Virus (COVID-19) and based on requests, the discontinuation of NEAT for Capital Market and Equity Derivative segment and Futures and Options segment has been revised to 8th August, 2020.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	03-July-2020
Source	https://archives.nseindia.com/content/circulars/MSD44875.pdf

NSE issues a Circular regarding the Discontinuation of NEAT Application for the members using Non-Neat Frontend (NNF)

Brief Details	The National Stock Exchange of India Limited has issued a Circular regarding the Discontinuation of NEAT Application for the members using Non-Neat Frontend (NNF), wherein members using Non Neat Frontend (NNF) in Capital Market and Equity Derivatives segments are requested to use the version no. 9.42.0 & 7.3.7 and 9.4.9 & 7.3.7 respectively for login via NNF till further notice.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	04-July-2020
Source	https://archives.nseindia.com/content/circulars/MSD44907.pdf

NSE issues a Circular regarding the Restoration of trading rights of member

Brief Details	The National Stock Exchange of India Limited has issued a Circular regarding the Restoration of trading rights of member, wherein it is informed that the trading rights of the member will be restored w.e.f 6th July, 2020 in all segments of the Exchange.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	05-July-2020
Source	https://archives.nseindia.com/content/circulars/COMP44908.pdf

BSE issues a Notice regarding the operational guidelines for Margin obligations to be given by way of Pledge/Re-pledge in the Depository System

Brief Details	The Bombay Stock Exchange of India Limited has issued a Notice regarding the operational guidelines for Margin obligations to be given by way of Pledge/Re-pledge in the Depository System, wherein the Framework for utilisation of client’s pledged securities for exposure and margin has been specified.
Change Type	Notice
State	Central
Effective Date	01-Aug-2020
Source	https://www.bseindia.com/markets/MarketInfo/DispNewNoticesCirculars.aspx?page=20200706-4

NSDL issues a Circular regarding the Standard Operating Procedure in the cases of Trading Member / Clearing Member leading to default

Brief Details	The National Securities Depository Limited has issued a Circular regarding the Standard Operating Procedure in the cases of Trading Member / Clearing Member leading to default, wherein deadlines for forthcoming compliances have been mentioned, for Investor Grievance Report (Monthly) by 10th of the following month; Internal/ Concurrent Audit Report (October 2019 – March 2020) – 31st July,2020; Compliance Certificate (January – June) – 31st July every year; Artificial Intelligence I/Machine Learning Reporting Form (if offering or using such technologies as defined) ( Quarterly)- By 15th of the following month; Cyber Security & Cyber Resilience framework of Depository Participants ( Quarterly)- By 15th of the following month.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	03-July-2020
Source	https://www.ricago.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Attachment-1.pdf

NSDL issues a Circular regarding the Facility for submission of Annual System Audit Report in electronic form through e-PASS

Brief Details	The National Securities Depository Limited has issued a Circular regarding the Facility for submission of Annual System Audit Report in electronic form through e-PASS, wherein deadlines for forthcoming compliances have been mentioned, for Investor Grievance Report (Monthly) by 10th of the following month; Internal/ Concurrent Audit Report (October 2019 – March 2020) – 31st July,2020; Compliance Certificate (January – June) – 31st July every year; Artificial Intelligence I/Machine Learning Reporting Form (if offering or using such technologies as defined) ( Quarterly)- By 15th of the following month; Cyber Security & Cyber Resilience framework of Depository Participants ( Quarterly)- By 15th of the following month.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	04-July-2020
Source	https://www.ricago.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Attachment-2.pdf

NSDL issues a Circular regarding the Relaxation from compliance for submission of Half Yearly Internal Audit Report by Registrar and Transfer Agents (RTAs)

Brief Details	The National Securities Depository Limited has issued a Circular regarding the Relaxation from compliance with timelines prescribed for submission of Half Yearly Internal Audit Report by Registrar and Transfer Agents (RTAs) in respect of its depository operations due to the COVID-19 pandemic, wherein it is informed that SEBI has decided that Depositories are permitted to further relax the timelines for submission of Internal Audit Report by RTAs to depository in respect of its depository operations for half-year ended March 2020, till 31st July, 2020.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	03-July-2020
Source	https://bit.ly/2C8qImY

CBDT issues a Notification regarding the Income-tax (16th Amendment) Rules, 2020

Brief Details	The Central Board of Direct Taxes has issued a Notification regarding the Amendment of Rule 31A of the Income Tax Rules, 1962, wherein particulars of amount paid or credited on which tax was not deducted or deducted at lower rate in view of the notification issued under second proviso to section 194N or in view of the exemption provided in third proviso to section 194N or in view of the notification issued under fourth proviso to section 194N is required to be furnished, new clauses have been added after clause ix of Rule 31A[4]. Form 26Q have been revised.
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	03-July-2020
Source	https://www.incometaxindia.gov.in/communications/notification/notification_43_2020.pdf

SEBI issues Circular regarding Standard Operating Procedure in cases of Trading Member/Clearing Member leading to default

Brief Details	The Securities and Exchange Board of India issues Circular in exercise of the powers conferred under Section 11(1) of the Securities and Exchange Board of India Act, 1992 read with Section 10 of the Securities Contracts (Regulation) Act, 1956 and Section 19 of the Depositories Act providing the Standard Operating Procedure in cases of Trading Member/Clearing Member leading to default. Procedures like early warning signals aims to protect the interests of investors in securities and to promote the development of the securities market.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	01-July-2020
Source	https://www.sebi.gov.in/legal/circulars/jul-2020/standard-operating-procedure-in-the-cases-of-trading-member-clearing-member-leading-to-default_46987.html

IBBI notifies Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India (Insolvency Professionals) (Second Amendment) Regulations, 2020

Brief Details	The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India In exercise of the powers conferred by Sections 196, 207 and 208 read with Section 240 of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016 notifies The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India (Insolvency Professionals) (Second Amendment) Regulations, 2020. These Regulations are made with an objective to provide support services to insolvency professionals.
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	03-July-2020
Source	https://www.ibbi.gov.in/uploads/legalframwork/298ceb6f7b14fc9d8647342a093925ee.pdf

Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology notifies Aadhaar (Enrolment and Update) (Eighth Amendment) Regulations, 2020

Brief Details	The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology in exercise of the powers conferred by sub-section (1) and sub-clause (bb) of sub-section (2) of Section 54 of the Aadhaar (Targeted Delivery of Financial and Other Subsidies, Benefits and Services) Act, 2016 notifies Aadhaar (Enrolment and Update) (Eighth Amendment) Regulations, 2020. The amendments include insertion of new Regulation 27(1) (c) after Regulation 27(1) (b) of the Aadhaar (Enrolment and Update) Regulations, 2016 and insertion of Schedule VI.
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	02-July-2020
Source	http://egazette.nic.in/WriteReadData/2020/220317.pdf

CERC notifies The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (Sharing of Inter-State Transmission Charges and Losses) Regulations, 2020

Brief Details	The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission in exercise of powers conferred under Section 178 read with Part V of the Electricity Act, 2003 notifies the Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (Sharing of Inter-State Transmission Charges and Losses) Regulations, 2020.
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	02-July-2020
Source	http://egazette.nic.in/WriteReadData/2020/220340.pdf

RBI issues Master Circular regarding exchange of notes and coins in banks

Brief Details	The Reserve Bank of India issues Master Circular mandating all banks to provide good customer service to the public, so that there is no need for the people to go to the RBI Regional Offices. This Circular mandates all banks to issue fresh, good quality notes and coins of all denominations. Exchanging soiled/mutilated and defective notes. The RBI has also provided definitions of soiled/mutilated and defective notes and has also provided the procedure for exchange of the same in this Master Circular.
Change Type	Master Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	01-July-2020
Source	https://rbidocs.rbi.org.in/rdocs/notification/PDFs/07MCEN070120205BA3004DF8D84F5AB3DE482F78A54033.PDF

RBI issues Notification regarding Credit Guarantee Scheme for Subordinate Debt for Stressed MSMEs

Brief Details	The Reserve Bank of India issues Notification with reference to Circular No. 170/2020-21 dated 24^th June, 2020 issued by the Credit Guarantee Fund Trust for Micro and Small Enterprises (CGTMSE) regarding the captioned scheme. By this Notification all Scheduled Commercial Banks have been permitted to reckon the funds infused by the promoters in their MSME units through loans availed under the captioned scheme as equity/quasi equity from the promoters for debt-equity computation.
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	01-July-2020
Source	https://rbidocs.rbi.org.in/rdocs/notification/PDFs/SUBDEBT727024EBBDFF4ECDA8CD0196455BFEC1.PDF

RBI issues Master Circular regarding Detection and Impounding of Counterfeit notes

Brief Details	The Reserve Bank of India issues Master Circular giving instructions to all Banks for detection and impounding of Counterfeit notes. This Master Circular is in reference to e Master Circular DCM (FNVD) G-1/16.01.05/2019-20 dated 1^st July, 2019. The Authorities which can impound counterfeit notes according to this Circular are 1. All Banks 2. All Treasuries and Sub-Treasuries 3. Issue Offices of Reserve Bank of India. The procedure for detection is provided in this Master Circular and the same if detected have to be reported to The RBI.
Change Type	Master Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	01-July-2020
Source	https://rbidocs.rbi.org.in/rdocs/notification/PDFs/04MC010720202B82DF3159704DFF9E2D67C155F1E1A8.PDF

SEBI issues Circular giving relaxations from compliance to REITs and InvITs

Brief Details	The Securities and Exchange Board of India issues Circular in exercise of the powers conferred under Section 11(1) of the Securities and Exchange Board of India Act, 1992 read with Regulation 33 of Infrastructure Investment Trusts (InvIT) Regulations and Regulation 33 of Real Estate Investment Trusts (REIT) Regulations. SEBI, vide circular No. SEBI/HO/DDHS/CIR/P/2020/42 dated 23^rd March, 2020, had granted temporary relaxations in compliance requirements for REITs and InvITs i.e the due date for regulatory filings and compliances for REIT and InvIT for the period ending 31^st March, 2020 was extended by one month over and above the timelines, prescribed under SEBI (Infrastructure Investment Trusts) Regulations, 2014 and SEBI (Real estate Investment Trusts) Regulations, 2014. This relaxation has been further extended by another month.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	01-July-2020
Source	https://www.sebi.gov.in/legal/circulars/jul-2020/relaxation-from-compliance-to-reits-and-invits-due-to-the-covid-19-virus-pandemic-amendment_46985.html

SEBI notifies Securities and Exchange Board of India (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, 2020

Brief Details	The Securities and Exchange Board of India in exercise of the powers conferred under section 30 of the Securities and Exchange Board of India Act, 1992 has notified The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) (Third Amendment) Regulations, 2020. Regulations 17, 18 and 22 are hereby amended.
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	01-July-2020
Source	http://egazette.nic.in/WriteReadData/2020/220315.pdf

CBIC notifies The Central Goods and Services Tax (Eighth Amendment) Rules, 2020

Brief Details	The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs in exercise of the powers conferred by Section 164 of The Central Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017 has notified The Central Goods and Services Tax (Eighth Amendment) Rules, 2020. Rule 67A – Manner of furnishing of return or details of outward supplies by short messaging service facility has been amended.
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	01-July-2020
Source	https://www.cbic.gov.in/resources//htdocs-cbec/gst/notfctn-58-central-tax-english-2020.pdf

CERC notifies Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (Sharing of Revenue Derived from Utilization of Transmission Assets for Other Business) Regulations, 2020 and three other Regulations

Brief Details	The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission in exercise of powers conferred under Section 178 of The Electricity Act, 2003 notifies The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (Sharing of Revenue Derived from Utilization of Transmission Assets for Other Business) Regulations, 2020. The three other Regulations are: 1. The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (Open Access in inter-State Transmission) (Sixth Amendment) Regulations, 2019 2. The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (Indian Electricity Grid Code) (Sixth Amendment) Regulations, 2019 3. The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (Indian Electricity Grid Code) (Sixth Amendment) Regulations, 2019
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	01-July-2020
Source	http://egazette.nic.in/WriteReadData/2020/220316.pdf

SEBI issues Circular giving relaxation to in timelines for compliance with regulatory requirements by DPs and RTAs

Brief Details	The Securities and Exchange Board of India issues Circular in exercise of powers conferred under Section 11(1) of the Securities and Exchange Board of India Act, 1992 and Section 19 of The Depositories Act, 1996 extending the timeline for compliance with regulatory requirements by the depository participants(DPs) / Registrars to an Issue & Share Transfer Agents (RTAs). The compliances include Submission of half yearly Internal Audit Report (IAR) by DPs for half year ended on 31st March 2020 by 31^st July, 2020, Transmission of securities (Period of exclusion shall be from 23^rd March, 2020 till 31^st July, 2020.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	30-June-2020
Source	https://www.sebi.gov.in/legal/circulars/jun-2020/relaxation-in-timelines-for-compliance-with-regulatory-requirements_46967.html

SEBI issues Circular regarding collection of stamp duty on issue, transfer and sale of units of AIFs

Brief Details	The Securities and Exchange Board of India issues Circular in exercise of powers conferred under Section 11(1) of the Securities and Exchange Board of India Act, 1992. Registrars to an Issue & Share Transfer Agents (RTA) already appointed by Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs) shall collect the stamp duty on issue, transfer and sale of units of AIFs. AIFs, where RTA have not been appointed so far, shall appoint RTA, at the earliest, but not later than 15^th July, 2020 to enable collection of applicable stamp duty on issue, transfer and sale of units of AIFs in compliance with the applicable provisions of the Indian Stamp Act, 1899 and the Rules made thereunder.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	30-Jun-2020
Source	https://www.sebi.gov.in/legal/circulars/jun-2020/collection-of-stamp-duty-on-issue-transfer-and-sale-of-units-of-aifs_46983.html

CBIC issues Circular extending the validity of AEO Certification for ease of renewal process

Brief Details	The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs Issues Circular extending the validity of Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) expired/expiring between 1^st March, 2020 and 30^th September, 2020 to 30^th September, 2020. This Circular is issued to make modification in Circular No. 27/2020 dated 2^nd June, 2020
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	30-Jun-2020
Source	https://www.cbic.gov.in/resources//htdocs-cbec/customs/cs-circulars/cs-circulars-2020/Circular-No-31-2020.pdf

NSE issues Circular stating the procedure to submit quarterly report of unusual activity relating to Cyber Security

Brief Details	The National Stock Exchange of India Limited issues a Circular to inform Stock Brokers and Depository Participants, the format for submitting the Quarterly Report about unusual activity relating to Cyber Security. The Exchange has developed a module in Electronic NSE Interface for Trading Members (ENIT) to submit Quarterly Report and for reporting of unusual activities and events. This Circular has reference to the SEBI circular SEBI/HO/MIRSD/CIR/PB/2018/147 dated 3^rd December, 2018 and Exchange Circular no. NSE/INSP/41723 dated 26^th July, 2019 and NSE/INSP/42422 dated 16^th October, 2019 on Cyber Security & Cyber Resilience framework for Stock Brokers / Depository Participants. Designated Officer shall submit the Quarterly report within 15 days after the end of the respective quarter through ENIT. Link for submission.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	30-Jun-2020
Source	https://www.nseindia.com/resources/exchange-communication-circulars

NSDL issues Circular giving new Guidelines/Procedure for collection of stamp duty

Brief Details	The National Securities Depository Limited issues Circular giving new Guidelines/Procedures for collection of stamp duty and has also released DPM-SHR System Version 7.4 for the users’ convenience.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	30-Jun-2020
Source	https://nsdl.co.in/downloadables/pdf/22%20Circular%20for%20Detailed%20procedure%20%20guidelines%20for%20collection%20of%20stamp%20duty%20and%20Release%20of%20DPM-SHR%20System%20Version%207.4.pdf

NCDEX issues Circular regarding cut-off time for determining minimum threshold of margins to be collected from clients

Brief Details	The National Commodity and Derivatives Exchange Limited has issued a Circular regarding cut-off time for determining minimum threshold of margins to be collected from clients along with a list of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs). This Circular is with reference to Circular No NCCL/RISK-025/2020 dated 26^th June, 2020 and NCCL/CLEARING-016/2020 dated 31^st March, 2020 and SEBI circular No. SEBI/HO/CDMRD/DRMP/CIR/P/2019/149 dated 29^th November, 2019.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	01-July-2020
Source	https://www.ncdex.com/Downloads/Circulars/PDF/Cutoff_Time_Determining_Minimum_Threshold_Margins_Collected_Clients_30062020.pdf

CBIC issues Notification amending the provisions for late fee for failure to furnish return

Brief Details	The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs Issues Notification in exercise of the powers conferred by Section 128 of the Central Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017 amending the late fee charged for failure to furnish return. If one furnishes the said return till the 30th day of September, 2020, the total amount of late fee payable under Section 47 of the said Act, shall stand waived which is in excess of two hundred and fifty rupees and shall stand fully waived for those taxpayers where the total amount of central tax payable in the said return is nil
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	30-Jun-2020
Source	http://egazette.nic.in/WriteReadData/2020/220279.pdf

SEBI issues Circular giving relaxation to Portfolio Managers to comply with the Guidelines issue

Brief Details	The Securities and Exchange Board of India issues Circular in exercise of powers conferred under Section 11(1) of the Securities and Exchange Board of India Act, 1992 extending the timeline for compliance with the requirements of SEBI Circular No. SEBI/HO/IMD/DF1/CIR/P/2020/26 dated 13^th February, 2020 by further three months. The provisions of the Circular which provides Guidelines for Portfolio Managers shall be applicable with effect from 1^st October, 2020.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	30-June-2020
Source	https://www.sebi.gov.in/legal/circulars/jun-2020/guidelines-for-portfolio-managers-extension-of-implementation-timeline_46959.html

IRDAI issues Circular giving timelines for submission of Life Operational returns in BAP for Life Insurers

Brief Details	The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India issues Circular giving timelines for submission of Life Operational returns in Business Analytics Project (BAP) Module for all Life Insurers. Here are the timelines for the following: i) Monthly returns: 8^th of following month. ii) The timelines for all other returns remain unchanged, as follows: (1) Unaudited quarterly returns: 30th day from the end of the quarter. (2) Audited Annual Returns: 30th June. (3) Yearly Outsourcing Return: 15th May. (4) Other Yearly Returns: 30th June.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	29-Jun-2020
Source	https://www.irdai.gov.in/ADMINCMS/cms/whatsNew_Layout.aspx?page=PageNo4167&flag=1

DGFT issues Notification amending the export policy of Personal Protection Equipment

Brief Details	The Directorate General of Foreign Trade Issues Notification in exercise of powers conferred by Section 3 of the Foreign Trade (Development and Regulation) Act, 1992 read with para 1.02 and 2.01 of the Foreign Trade Policy, 2015-2020 amending Schedule 2 of the ITC Export Policy related to export of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE). The amendment allows restricted export of PPE kits which is 50 Lakh per month.
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	29-Jun-2020
Source	https://dgft.gov.in/whats-new

CBDT issues Notification amending the Income Tax Rules

Brief Details	The Central Board of Direct Taxes Issues Notification in exercise of the powers conferred by clause (XI) of the proviso to clause (x) of subsection (2) of Section 56 read with Section 295 of the Income-tax Act, 1961 making amendments to the Income Tax Rules, 1962. The amended rules are called as The Income Tax (14^th Amendment) Rules, 2020. The amendments include substitution of Rule 11UAC.
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	29-Jun-2020
Source	http://egazette.nic.in/WriteReadData/2020/220248.pdf

MHA issues order on Guidelines for phasing re-opening (Unlock 2) outside of containment zones

Brief Details	The Ministry of Home Affairs has issues new Guidelines for Unlock 2. Here are the new Guidelines as follows: 1. Lockdown will continue till 31^st July, 2020 2. Schools, Colleges and coaching institutions will remain shut during lockdown 3. Shops will remain open 4. Domestic trains and flights will function with restriction 5. No restriction on intra-state and inter-state movement of person and goods. No separate permission required for the same. 6. Religious places, restaurants and shopping malls will remain open outside containment zones
Change Type	Order
State	Central
Effective Date	30-Jun-2020
Source	https://www.mha.gov.in/

Ministry of Labour and Employment has notified Gujarat Shops and Establishments (Regulation of Employment and Conditions of Service) Rules, 2020

Brief Details	The Government of Gujarat had earlier had published draft rules of Gujarat Shops and Establishment Rules. No objections have been received for the same. Therefore, The Government of Gujarat in exercise of powers conferred by Section 39 (1) of The Gujarat Shops and Establishments (Regulation of Employment and Conditions of Service) Act, 2019 and all other powers enabling it in this behalf has notified The Gujarat Shops and Establishments (Regulation of Employment and Conditions of Service) Rules, 2020. Therefore The Gujarat Shops and Establishment Rules, 1962 have been repealed.
Change Type	Notification
State	Gujarat
Effective Date	23-Jun-2020
Source	https://labour.gujarat.gov.in/e-citizen-notifications.htm

RBI issues Circular regarding minimum daily maintenance of the cash reserve requirement for Scheduled Banks

Brief Details	The Reserve Bank of India issues Circular regarding change in minimum daily maintenance of the cash reserve ratio from 90% to 80%. This relaxation was effective from 28^th March 2020 to 26^th June 2020. This relaxation has been extended for further three months up to 25^th September 2020 keeping in view the present situation and the hardships faced by Scheduled Banks.
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	26-June-2020
Source	https://www.rbi.org.in/Scripts/NotificationUser.aspx?Id=11922&Mode=0

RBI issues Circular regarding maintenance of Statutory Liquidity Ratio for Scheduled Banks

Brief Details	The Reserve Bank of India issues Circular regarding maintenance of Statutory Liquidity Ratio (SLR) by Scheduled Banks in terms of Marginal Standing Facility (MSF) wherein, the borrowing limit of Scheduled Banks under the Marginal Standing Facility was increased from 2% to 3% of their Net Demand and Time Liabilities outstanding at the end of the second preceding fortnight. This relaxation was effective from 27th March 2020 to 30th June 2020. However, this relaxation has been extended for further three months up to 30th September 2020.
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	26-Jun-2020
Source	https://www.rbi.org.in/Scripts/NotificationUser.aspx?Id=11922&Mode=0

SEBI issues Circular giving relaxation of time gap between two Board/Audit Committee meetings of listed entities

Brief Details	The Securities and Exchange Board of India issues Circular in exercise of powers conferred under Section 11(1) of The Securities and Exchanges Board of India Act, 1992 read with Regulation 101 of the Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements, 2015. SEBI, vide circular No. SEBI/HO/CFD/CMD1/CIR/P/2020/38 dated 19^th March 2020, had relaxed the requirement of the maximum stipulated time gap of 120 days between two meetings of the board and Audit Committees of listed entities. This relaxation was provided for the meetings held/proposed to be held between the period 1^st December 2019 and 30^th June, 2020. However, this relaxation has been extended further up to 31^st July 2020.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	26-Jun-2020
Source	https://www.sebi.gov.in/legal/circulars/jun-2020/relaxation-of-time-gap-between-two-board-audit-committee-meetings-of-listed-entities-owing-to-the-covid-19-pandemic_46945.html

CBIC issues Notification extending the time limit for refund claims

Brief Details	The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs Issues Notification in exercise of the powers conferred by Section 168A of the Central Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017 read with Section 20 of the Integrated Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017 and Section 21 of Union Territory Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017. In cases where a notice has been issued for rejection of refund claim, in full or in part and where the time limit for issuance of order in terms of the provisions of sub-section (5), read with sub-section (7) of Section 54 of the said Act falls during the period from the 20th day of March, 2020 to the 29th day of June, 2020, in such cases the time limit for issuance of the said order shall be extended to fifteen days after the receipt of reply to the notice from the registered person or the 30thday of June, 2020, whichever is later. However, in view of the present situation this is extended till 30^th August, 2020.
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	27-Jun-2020
Source	https://www.ricago.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Attachment_1.pdf

BSE issues notice to submit data on clients’ funds lying with Stock Brokers by 1st July, 2020

Brief Details	The Bombay Stock Exchange has issued a Notice to all Stock Brokers to submit the data on clients funds as on 26^th June, 2020 by 1^st July, 2020 using the link provided in the notice.
Change Type	Notice
State	Central
Effective Date	29-Jun-2020
Source	https://www.bseindia.com/markets/MarketInfo/DispNewNoticesCirculars.aspx?page=20200626-41

BSE advised to comply with SEBI circular regarding relaxation of time gap between two board / Audit Committee meetings of listed entities

Brief Details	The Bombay Stock Exchange has advised members to comply with SEBI circular No. SEBI/HO/CFD/CMD1/CIR/P/ 2020 /110 dated June 26, 2020, regarding relaxation of time gap between two board / Audit Committee meetings of listed entities owing to the CoVID-19 pandemic wherein maximum time gap between two board/Audit Committee meetings has further extended till July 31, 2020. However, the board of directors and audit committees of listed entities shall ensure that they meet atleast four times a year, as stipulated under Regulations 17(2) and 18(2)(a) of the LODR Regulations.
Change Type	Notice
State	Central
Effective Date	26-Jun-2020
Source	https://www.bseindia.com/markets/MarketInfo/DispNewNoticesCirculars.aspx?page=20200626-44

Ministry of Law and Justice notifies The Banking Regulation (Amendment) Ordinance, 2020

Brief Details	The Ministry of Law and Justice has notified The Banking Regulation (Amendment) Ordinance, 2020 to amend the Banking Regulation Act, 1949. The amendments include Substitution of Section 3 and Amendment of Sections 45 and 56.
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	29-Jun-2020
Source	http://egazette.nic.in/WriteReadData/2020/220203.pdf

SEBI grant further extension of time for submission of Annual Secretarial Compliance Report by listed entities due to COVID-19 pandemic

Brief Details	The SEBI has been given further extension of time for submission of Annual Secretarial Compliance Report by listed entities due to the continuing impact of the CoVID-19 pandemic and decided to extend the timeline for submission of the Annual Secretarial Compliance Report by one more month, i.e. from 30th June, 2020 to 31st July, 2020.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	25-June-2020
Source	https://www.sebi.gov.in/legal/circulars/jun-2020/further-extension-of-time-for-submission-of-annual-secretarial-compliance-report-by-listed-entities-due-to-the-continuing-impact-of-the-covid-19-pandemic_46933.html

CBIC provides relief by lowering of interest rate for a prescribed time for tax periods from February, 2020 to July, 2020

Brief Details	The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs provides relief by lowering of interest rate for a prescribed time for tax periods from February, 2020 to July, 2020 for class of registered persons who are required to furnish the returns in FORM GSTR-3B, but fail to furnish the said return along with payment of tax for the months mentioned in column (4) in the table by the due date as mentioned in the Notification.
Change Type	Notification
State	Union Territory
Effective Date	24-June-2020
Source	https://www.cbic.gov.in/resources//htdocs-cbec/gst/Notification-02-2020-Union-Territory-Tax-English.pdf

CBIC seeks to bring into force Section 134 of Finance Act, 2020 in order to bring amendment to Section 25 of IGST Act

Brief Details	The CBIC Seeks to bring into force Section 134 of Finance Act, 2020 in order to bring amendment to Section 25 of IGST Act with effect from 30th June, 2020.
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	24-June-2020
Source	https://www.cbic.gov.in/resources//htdocs-cbec/gst/notfctn-4-2020-igst-english.pdf

BSE advised to comply with the SEBI circular regarding extension of time for submission of Annual Secretarial Compliance Report by listed entities

Brief Details	The BSE advised listed companies to comply with SEBI Circular No. SEBI/HO/CFD/CMD1/CIR/ P/2020/109 dated June 25, 2020, regarding further extension of time for submission of Annual Secretarial Compliance Report by listed entities due to the impact of the CoVID-19 pandemic wherein it has been decided to further extend the timeline for submission of the ASC Report by one more month, i.e. from 30th June to 31st July, 2020.
Change Type	Notice
State	Central
Effective Date	25-June-2020
Source	https://www.bseindia.com/markets/MarketInfo/DispNewNoticesCirculars.aspx?page=20200625-37

IRDAI issues Advisory on COVID-19 related Phishing Attack Campaign by Malicious Actors

Brief Details	The IRDAI issued an Advisory on COVID-19 related Phishing Attack Campaign by Malicious Actors to guard against large-scale phishing attack campaign against Indian individuals and businesses (small, medium, and large enterprises) and all insurers and the regulated entities are advised to alert their staff and subordinate offices to exercise extreme caution to prevent any such malicious activities.
Change Type	Press Release
State	Central
Effective Date	25-June-2020
Source	https://www.irdai.gov.in/ADMINCMS/cms/whatsNew_Layout.aspx?page=PageNo4162&flag=1

NCDEX issues circular regarding extension of time for submission of Half Yearly Net worth Certificate as on March 31, 2020

Brief Details	The NCDEX with reference to the Exchange circular no. NCDEX/MEMBERSHIP-13/2020 dated April 09, 2020 & NCDEX/MEMBERSHIP-015/2020 dated June 05, 2020 with regard to Submission of Half Yearly Net Worth Certificate as on March 31, 2020 whereby members were advised to submit their Half yearly Net worth certificate as on March 31, 2020 on or before June 30, 2020 and hereby decided to further extend the time for submission of Half Yearly Net worth certificate that required to be uploaded by Members on NCFE portal on or before July 31, 2020 as per the provisions of above Exchange circulars, to avoid any penal action for late/ non submission.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	24-June-2020
Source	https://www.ncdex.com/Downloads/Circulars/PDF/Extension_of_time_for_submission_of_Half_Yearly_Net_worth_Certificate.pdf

DGFT makes amendment in Foreign Trade Policy 2015-2020

Brief Details	The DGFT has made amendment in Foreign Trade Policy 2015-20, wherein Para 4.44 of Foreign Trade Policy 2015-20 regarding Export of Cut & Polished Diamonds with Re-import Facility at Zero Duty has been amended.
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	15-June-2020
Source	http://egazette.nic.in/WriteReadData/2020/220164.pdf

Ministry of Finance notifies the Central Goods and Services Tax (Removal of Difficulties) Order, 2020

Brief Details	The Ministry of Finance notifies the Central Goods and Services Tax (Removal of Difficulties) Order, 2020 for removal of difficulties and hereby clarified that for the purpose of calculating the period of thirty days for filing application for revocation of cancellation of registration under sub-section (1) of section 30 of the Central Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017 for those registered persons who were served notice under Section 29 (2), clause (b) or clause (c) in the manner as provided under Section 169 (1), clause (c) or clause (d) and where cancellation order was passed up to 12th June, 2020, the later of the following dates shall be considered date of service of the said cancellation order or 31st August, 2020.
Change Type	Order
State	Central
Effective Date	25-June-2020
Source	http://egazette.nic.in/WriteReadData/2020/220170.pdf

FSSAI provides extension of timelines for compliance with Food Safety and Standards (Recovery and Distribution of Surplus Food) Regulations, 2019

Brief Details	The FSSAI with reference to notification No. REG/11/27/ Surplus Food/FSSAI-2017 dated 26th July, 2019 published in the Gazette of India where Food Business Operator were need to comply with all the provisions of Food Safety and Standards (Recovery and Distribution of Surplus Food) Regulations, 2019 by 1st July, 2020. Due to the current COVID-19 pandemic, the surplus distribution agencies and food businesses require additional time to develop their food safety management system so as to ensure safe handling of surplus food for distribution and considering the difficulties faced by Food Business Operators, it has been decided to further extend the timeline, for compliance of the above mentioned notifications, up to 1^st January, 2021.
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	26-June-2020
Source	https://www.fssai.gov.in/upload/advisories/2020/06/5ef589717a4ffLetter_Extension_Timeline_Surplus_Food_26_06_2020.pdf

MCA notifies the Companies (Meetings of Board and its Powers) Second Amendment Rules, 2020

Brief Details	The MCA notifies the Companies (Meetings of Board and its Powers) Second Amendment Rules, 2020 and made amendment in the Companies (Meetings of Board and its Powers) Rules, 2014 wherein, rule 4 in sub-rule (2), for the figures, letters and word “30th June, 2O2O”, the figures, letters and word “30th September, 2020” has been substituted.
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	23-Jun-2020
Source	http://www.mca.gov.in/Ministry/pdf/Rule1_25062020.pdf

MCA notifies the Companies (Appointment and Qualification of Directors) Third Amendment Rules, 2020

Brief Details	The MCA notifies the Companies (Appointment and Qualification of Directors) Third Amendment Rules, 2020 and made amendment in the Companies (Appointment and Qualification of Directors) Rules, 2014 wherein, in rule 6, in sub-rule (1), in clause (a), for the words “seven months” the words “ten months” has been substituted.
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	23-Jun-2020
Source	http://www.mca.gov.in/Ministry/pdf/Rule2_25062020.pdf

RBI issues notification regarding Loans Sourced by Banks and NBFCs over Digital Lending Platforms in Adherence to Fair Practices Code and Outsourcing Guidelines

Brief Details	The RBI has issued a notification regarding loans sourced by Banks and NBFCs over Digital Lending Platforms in adherence to Fair Practices Code and Outsourcing Guidelines and hereby decided that banks and NBFCs, irrespective of whether they lend through their own digital lending platform or through an outsourced lending platform, must adhere to the Fair Practices Code guidelines in letter and spirit and must also meticulously follow regulatory instructions on outsourcing of financial services and IT services. Any violation in this regard by banks and NBFCs (including NBFCs registered to operate on ‘digital-only’ or on digital and brick-mortar channels of delivery of credit) will be viewed seriously.
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	24-Jun-2020
Source	https://www.rbi.org.in/Scripts/NotificationUser.aspx?Id=11920&Mode=0

SEBI issues circular relating to guidelines for Order-to-trade ratio(OTR) for Algorithmic Trading

Brief Details	The SEBI issues circular in relation with guidelines for OTR with reference to SEBI circulars no. CIR/MRD/DP/09/2012 dated 30 March,2012, CIR/MRD/DP/16/2013 dated May 21, 2013 and SEBI/HO/MRD/DP/CIR/P/2018/62 dated April 09, 2018, wherein Stock exchanges may be permitted to introduce additional slabs up to OTR of 2000 (from existing OTR of 500), and for OTR more than 2000. On the third instance of OTR being 2000 or more, in last 30 days (rolling basis), the concerned member shall not be permitted to place any orders for the first 15 minutes on the next trading day as a cooling off action. The recognised stock exchanges may make necessary amendment to their existing byelaws, rules and/or regulations, wherever required.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	24-Jun-2020
Source	https://www.sebi.gov.in/legal/circulars/jun-2020/guidelines-for-order-to-trade-ratio-otr-for-algorithmic-trading_46925.html

SEBI issues circular in relation to further extension of time for submission of financial results for the quarter/half year/financial year ending 31st March 2020 due to COVID-19

Brief Details	The SEBI issues circular in relation to further extension of time for submission of financial results for the quarter/half year/financial year ending 31st March 2020 due to the continuing impact of the COVID-19 pandemic with reference to SEBI vide circular No. SEBI/HO/CFD/CMD1/CIR/P/2020/38 dated March 19, 2020 and circular No. SEBI/HO/DDHS/ON/P/2020/41 dated March 23, 2020 and decided to extend the timeline for submission of financial results under Regulations 33 and 52 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 from 30th June, 2020 to 31st July, 2020 (extension of one month) for the quarter and the year ending 31st March 2020. Similarly, the timeline under Regulation 52 of the LODR for submission of half yearly and/or annual financial results for the period ending March 31, 2020 for entities that have listed NCDs, NCRPS’, CPs, MDS’ has also been extended to July 31, 2020.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	24-Jun-2020
Source	https://www.sebi.gov.in/legal/circulars/jun-2020/further-extension-of-time-for-submission-of-financial-results-for-the-quarter-half-year-financial-year-ending-31st-march-2020-due-to-the-continuing-impact-of-the-covid-19-pandemic_46924.html

CBDT issues notification with respect to extension of time limits under the Income Tax Act,1961

Brief Details	The CBDT issues circular in relation to further extension of time limits under Income Tax Act 1961 and related Acts and hereby specifies, 31st December, 2020 shall be the end date of the period during which the time limit specified under Section 3(1) of the Taxation and Other Laws (Relaxation of Certain Provisions) Ordinance, 2020 for completion of action as specified and 31st March, 2021 shall be the end date. Provided that where the specified Act is the Income-tax Act, 1961 and the compliance relates to furnishing of return under section 139 for the assessment year commencing on 1st April, 2019, the end date shall be extended to 31st July, 2020 and the end date shall be extended from 1st April, 2020 to 30th November, 2020. This notification shall come into force from the 30th June 2020.
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	24-Jun-2020
Source	http://egazette.nic.in/WriteReadData/2020/220145.pdf

BSE issues circular in relation with (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) (Second Amendment) Regulations, 2020.

Brief Details	The BSE has issue a circular in accordance with (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) (Second Amendment) Regulations, 2020. Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has issued notification No. SEBI/LAD-NRO /GN/ 2020/19 dated June 22, 2020, regarding further amendment to the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, 2011. These regulations may be called the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) (Second Amendment) Regulations, 2020. They shall come into force on the date of their publication in the Official Gazette. Listed Companies has requested to take note and comply accordingly.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	30-Jun-2020
Source	https://www.bseindia.com/markets/MarketInfo/DispNewNoticesCirculars.aspx?page=20200625-2

BSE issues circular in relation with (Issue of Capital and Disclosure Requirements) (Second Amendment) Regulations, 2020

Brief Details	The BSE has issue a circular in accordance with (Issue of Capital and Disclosure Requirements) (Second Amendment) Regulations, 2020. Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has issued notification No. SEBI/LAD-NRO /GN/ 2020 /18 dated June 22, 2020, regarding further amendment to the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Issue of Capital and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2018. These regulations may be called the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Issue of Capital and Disclosure Requirements) (Second Amendment) Regulations, 2020. They shall come into force on the date of their publication in the Official Gazette. Listed Companies has requested to take note and comply accordingly.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	25-Jun-2020
Source	https://www.bseindia.com/markets/MarketInfo/DispNewNoticesCirculars.aspx?page=20200625-1

CBIC Seeks to bring into force Sections 118, 125, 129 & 130 of Finance Act, 2020 with effect from 30^th June, 2020

Brief Details	The CBIC seeks to bring into force Sections 118, 125, 129 & 130 of Finance Act, 2020 with effect from 30th June, 2020 in order to bring amendment to Sections 2, 109, 168 & 172 of the Central Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017.
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	30-Jun-2020
Source	https://www.cbic.gov.in/resources//htdocs-cbec/gst/notfctn-49-central-tax-english-2020.pdf

CBIC notifies the Central Goods and Services Tax (Seventh Amendment) Rules, 2020

Brief Details	The CBIC notifies the Central Goods and Services Tax (Seventh Amendment) Rules, 2020, and made amendment in the Central Goods and Services Tax Rules, 2017, wherein the table as specified in Rule 7 has been amended.
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	24-Jun-2020
Source	https://www.cbic.gov.in/resources//htdocs-cbec/gst/notfctn-50-central-tax-english-2020.pdf

CBIC seeks to provide relief by lowering of interest rate for a prescribed time for tax periods from February 2020 to July 2020.

Brief Details	The CBIC seeks to provide relief by lowering of interest rate for a prescribed time for tax periods from February, 2020 to July, 2020 for the class of registered persons who are required to furnish the returns in FORM GSTR-3B, but fail to furnish the said return along with payment of tax for the months mentioned in column (4) in the table by the due date as mentioned in the Notification.
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	24-Jun-2020
Source	https://www.cbic.gov.in/resources//htdocs-cbec/gst/notfctn-51-central-tax-english-2020.pdf

CBIC seeks to provide one time amnesty by lowering/waiving of late fees for non- furnishing of FORM GSTR-3B from July, 2017 to January, 2020 and provide relief by conditional waiver of late fee for delay in furnishing returns in FORM GSTR-3B for tax periods of February, 2020 to July, 2020

Brief Details	The CBIC seeks to provide one time amnesty by lowering/waiving of late fees for non -furnishing of FORM GSTR-3B from July, 2017 to January, 2020 and also provided relief by conditional waiver of late fee payable for a tax period, under section 47 of the said Act for the registered person who failed to furnish the return in FORM GSTR-3B for the months of July, 2017 to January, 2020, by the due date but furnishes the said return between the period from 1^st July, 2020 to 30^th September, 2020. Provided also that where the total amount of central tax payable in the said return is nil, the total amount of late fee payable for a tax period, under section 47 of the said Act shall stand waived for the registered person who failed to furnish the return in FORM GSTR-3B for the months of July, 2017 to January, 2020, by the due date but furnishes the said return between the period from 1^st July, 2020 to 30^th September, 2020.
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	24-Jun-2020
Source	https://www.cbic.gov.in/resources//htdocs-cbec/gst/notfctn-52-central-tax-english-2020.pdf

CBIC seeks to provide relief by waiver of late fee for delay in furnishing outward statement in FORM GSTR-1 for tax periods for months from March, 2020 to June, 2020 for monthly filers and for quarters from January, 2020 to June, 2020 for quarterly filers

Brief Details	The CBIC seeks to provide relief by waiver of late fee for delay in furnishing outward statement in FORM GSTR-1 for tax periods for months from March, 2020 to June, 2020 for monthly filers and for quarters from January, 2020 to June, 2020 for quarterly filers
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	24-Jun-2020
Source	https://www.cbic.gov.in/resources//htdocs-cbec/gst/notfctn-53-central-tax-english-2020.pdf

CBIC seeks to extend due date for furnishing FORM GSTR-3B for supply made in the month of August, 2020 for taxpayers with annual turnover up to Rs. 5 crore.

Brief Details	The CBIC has extended the due date for furnishing FORM GSTR-3B for supply made in the month of August, 2020 for taxpayers with annual turnover up to Rs. 5 crore in the previous financial year, whose principal place of business is in the States of Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Goa, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, the Union territories of Daman and Diu and Dadra and Nagar Haveli, Puducherry, Andaman and Nicobar Islands or Lakshadweep on or before the 1^st October, 2020 and for taxpayers having an aggregate turnover of up to rupees five crore rupees in the previous financial year, whose principal place of business is in the States of Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Uttarakhand, Haryana, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Sikkim, Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, Tripura, Meghalaya, Assam, West Bengal, Jharkhand or Odisha, the Union territories of Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh, Chandigarh or Delhi, the return in FORM GSTR-3B for the month of August, 2020 shall be furnished electronically through the common portal, on or before the 3^rd October, 2020.
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	24-Jun-2020
Source	https://www.cbic.gov.in/resources//htdocs-cbec/gst/notfctn-54-central-tax-english-2020.pdf

IRDAI issues a circular relating to guidelines on introduction of short-term health insurance policies providing coverage for COVID-19 disease

Brief Details	IRDAI issues a circular vide ref. IRDAI/HLT/REG/CIR/054/03/2020 dated 04th March, 2020 advising the general and health insurers to design need based products covering costs of treatment of corona virus (COVID-19) disease. With an objective of making available insurance protection to various sections of people in the prevailing COVID-19 pandemic, it is considered that short term health insurance policies providing coverages specific to COVID-19 disease is the need of the hour. Accordingly, all insurers (Life, General and Health Insurers) are allowed to offer COVID – 19 specific short-term health insurance policies subject to these guidelines. Short term health policy for the purpose of these guidelines means any health insurance policy contract which has been issued for a policy term of less than 12 months. These guidelines are issued under the powers vested in Section 34 (1) of Insurance Act, 1938. This has the approval of the competent authority.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	23-JUNE-2020
Source	https://www.irdai.gov.in/ADMINCMS/cms/Circulars_Layout.aspx?page=PageNo4159

SEBI issues circular for Temporary relaxation in processing of documents pertaining to FPIs due to COVID-19

Brief Details	SEBI issues a circular for temporary relaxation in processing of documents pertaining to FPIs during COVID-19. SEBI vide Circular No. SEBI/HO/FPI&C/CIR/P/2020/056 dated 30 March,2020 had prescribed temporary relaxation in processing of documents pertaining to FPIs due to COVID-19. In view of the prevailing situation due to COVID-19 pandemic and representations received from various stakeholders, It has been decided that the temporary relaxations shall be extended to 31 August , 2020. All other terms and conditions specified in the aforesaid circular dated 30 March,2020 shall remain unchanged. his circular is issued in exercise of powers conferred under Section 11(1) of the Securities and Exchange Board of India Act, 1992and Sub-rule 14(i) of Rule 9 of the Prevention of Money-laundering (Maintenance of Records) Rules, 2005 to protect the interests of investors in securities and to promote the development of, and to regulate the securities market. DDPs &Custodians are requested to bring the contents of this circular to the notice of their FPI clients.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	23-JUNE-2020
Source	https://www.sebi.gov.in/legal/circulars/jun-2020/temporary-relaxation-in-processing-of-documents-pertaining-to-fpis-due-to-covid-19_46915.html

Ministry of Finance under Central Board of Direct Taxes issues a notification in relation with Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission

Brief Details	Ministry of Finance under Central Board of Direct Taxes issues a notification in exercise of the powers conferred by clause (46) of section 10 of the Income-tax Act, 1961 (43 of 1961), the Central Government hereby notifies for the purposes of the said clause, ‘Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission’, Mumbai (PAN AAAGM0004R), a commission established by the State Government of Maharashtra, in respect of the following specified income arising to that Commission. This notification shall be effective subject to the conditions that Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission, Mumbai. This notification shall apply with respect to the assessment years 2021-2022, 2022-2023, 2023-2024, 2024-2025 and 2025-2026.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	23-JUNE-2020
Source	http://egazette.nic.in/WriteReadData/2020/220113.pdf

SEBI issues circular for relaxation in timelines for compliance with regulatory requirements

Brief Details	SEBI has issued a circular with the view of pandemic situation COVID-19 arising in the country, lockdown imposed by the Government and representations received from Stock Exchanges’ had earlier provided relaxations in timelines for compliance with various regulatory requirements by the trading members, clearing members, depository participants. In view of the prevailing situation due to Covid-19 pandemic and representations received from the Stock Exchanges, it has been decided to further extend the timelines for compliance with the regulatory requirements by the Trading Members, Clearing Members/ Depository Participants, mentioned in the SEBI circulars. Stock Exchanges, Clearing Corporations and Depositories are directed. This circular is issued in exercise of powers conferred under Section 11(1) of the Securities and Exchange Board of India Act, 1992, and Section 19 of the Depositories Act, 1996 to protect the interests of investors in securities and to promote the development of, and to regulate the securities market.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	19-JUNE-2020
Source	https://www.sebi.gov.in/legal/circulars/jun-2020/relaxation-in-timelines-for-compliance-with-regulatory-requirements_46899.html

MCX issues a circular regarding Cyber Security Advisory “Covid-19 related Phishing Attack Campaign by Malicious Actors”

Brief Details	MCX has issued a circular relating to cyber security advisory of COVID-19 which is related to phishing attack campaign by Malicious Actors. In terms of provisions of the Rules, Bye-Laws and Business Rules of the Exchange Members of the Exchange are hereby notified as under: It has been reported that malicious actors are planning a large-scale phishing attack campaign against Indian individuals and businesses (small, medium, and large enterprises). The phishing campaign is expected to use malicious emails under the pretext of local authorities in charge of dispensing government-funded Covid-19 support initiatives. Such emails are designed to drive recipients towards fake websites where they are deceived into downloading malicious files or entering personal and financial information. The malicious actors are claiming to have 2 million individual / citizen email IDs and are planning to send emails with the subject: free COVID-19 testing for all residents of Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Chennai and Ahmedabad, inciting them to provide personal information. The email id expected to be used for the phishing campaign towards Indian individuals and businesses is expected to be from email such as “ncov2019@gov.in” and the attack campaign is expected to start on 21st June 2020.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	23-JUNE-2020
Source	https://www.mcxindia.com/docs/default-source/circulars/english/2020/june/mcxtech4332020-cyber-security-advisories-covid-19-related-phishing-attack-campaign-by-malicious-actors.pdf?sfvrsn=55aa9290_0

MCX issues relaxation in timelines for compliance with regulatory requirements

Brief Details	MCX in view of the situation arising due to COVID-19 pandemic, lockdown imposed by the Government and representations received from Stock Exchanges, SEBI had earlier provided relaxations in timelines for compliance with various regulatory requirements by the trading members / clearing members, vide circular nos. SEBI/HO/MIRSD/DOP/CIR/P/2020/61 dated 16^th April, 2020, SEBI/HO/MIRSD/DOP/CIR/P/2020/62 dated 16^th April, 2020 & SEBI/HO/MIRSD/DOP/CIR/P/2020/68 dated 21^st April, 2020. Later, vide circular no. SEBI/HO/MIRSD/DOP/CIR/P/2020/82 dated 15^th May, 2020, timelines / period of exclusion were further extended for certain compliance requirements. The Exchange had also issued corresponding circulars for the above referred SEBI circulars. Members shall note that all other conditions specified in the aforementioned SEBI circulars shall continue to remain applicable. No penal action will be taken in case of any late or delay in “Weekly submission of Day Wise Client Funds, Securities Balances & Bank Account Balances” till 31^st July, 2020. Submissions starting from the week ending 01^st August, 2020 shall be made as per the stipulated timelines i.e. on or before the next four trading days of the subsequent week. Details of penal/disciplinary action on account of late/non submission will be communicated in due course. Members are requested to take note of the above and comply with applicable regulatory requirements.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	22-June-2020
Source	https://www.mcxindia.com/docs/default-source/circulars/english/2020/june/circular-432-2020.pdf?sfvrsn=30aa9290_0

RBI issues notification on Increasing Instances of Payment Frauds – Enhancing Public Awareness Campaigns Through Multiple Channel

Brief Details	Reserve Bank of India has issued a notification in order to enhance the public awareness campaigns. Reserve Bank has been taking measures to improve awareness through its e-BAAT programmes and organizing campaigns on safe use of digital payment modes, to avoid sharing critical personal information like PIN, OTP, passwords, etc. In spite of these initiatives, incidence of frauds continues to bedevil digital users, often using the same modus operandi users were cautioned about, such as luring them to disclose vital payment information, swapping sim cards, opening links received in messages and mails, etc. There are also cases of users being tricked into downloading spurious apps that access critical information stored on devices. It is, therefore, essential that all payment systems operators and participants – banks and non-banks – continue and reinforce efforts to spread awareness about digital safety. All authorized payment systems operators and participants are hereby advised to undertake targeted multi-lingual campaigns by way of SMSs, advertisements in print and visual media, etc., to educate their users on safe and secure use of digital payments.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	22-June-2020
Source	https://www.rbi.org.in/Scripts/NotificationUser.aspx?Id=11917&Mode=0

Ministry of Corporate Affairs gives clarification with regard to creation of deposit repayment of 20% under Companies Act, 2013 and to invest/deposit 15% of amount of debentures under rule 18 of Companies (Share capital and Debentures) Rules, 2014

Brief Details	The Ministry Of Corporate Affairs has issued a circular regarding clarification with regard to creation of deposit repayment reserve of 20% under Section 73 (2) (c) of the Companies Act 2013 and to invest or deposit 15% of amount of debentures under rule 18 of Companies (Share capital and Debentures) Rules 2014, in view of COVID-19 and decided to extend the time in respect of matters referred in paras V , Vl of the aforesaid circular, from 30th June, 2020 to 30th September, 2O20. All other requirements shall remain unchanged.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	30-Sept-2020
Source	http://www.mca.gov.in/Ministry/pdf/Circular24_20062020.pdf

RBI issues a notification regarding Assignment of Risk Weights on Credit Facilities (Guaranteed Emergency Credit Line) under the Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme

Brief Details	The Reserve Bank Of India with reference to circular number: 2842/NCGTC/ECLGS dated 23^rd May 2020 issued by National Credit Guarantee Trustee Company (NCGTC) in respect of the captioned scheme announced by the Government of India to extend guaranteed emergency credit line to MSME borrowers. Due to credit, facilities extended under the scheme guaranteed by NCGTC are backed by an unconditional and irrevocable guarantee provided by Government of India, and hereby decided that Member Lending Institutions shall assign zero percent risk weight on the credit facilities extended under this scheme to the extent of guarantee coverage.
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	21-June-2020
Source	https://www.rbi.org.in/Scripts/NotificationUser.aspx?Id=11916&Mode=0

CBIC notifies the Central Goods and Services Tax (Sixth Amendment) Rules, 2020

Brief Details	The CBIC notifies the Central Goods and Services Tax (Sixth Amendment) Rules, 2020 and made amendment in the Central Goods and Services Tax Rules, 2017 which shall come into force on 27th May, 2020, wherein Rule 26(1), second proviso, following provisos shall be substituted, which states that a registered person registered under the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 shall during the period from 21st April, 2020 to 30th September, 2020, also be allowed to furnish the return under section 39 in FORM GSTR-3B verified through electronic verification code (EVC) and also provided that a registered person registered under the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 shall, during the period from the 27th May, 2020 to 30th September, 2020, also be allowed to furnish the details of outward supplies under section 37 in FORM GSTR-1 verified through electronic verification code (EVC).”
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	19-June-2020
Source	https://www.cbic.gov.in/resources//htdocs-cbec/gst/notfctn-48-central-tax-english-2020.pdf

NSE gives relaxation in Compliance requirement due to COVID-19

Brief Details	The NSE with reference to SEBI circular SEBI/HO/MIRSD/DOP/CIR/P/2020/ 101 dated June 19, 2020, on “Relaxation in timelines for compliance with regulatory requirements”, wherein further relaxations have been given to Members with respect to certain regulatory submissions/requirements which includes client funding reporting for the month of April, May and June, 2020; Reporting for Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning applications for the quarter ended on 31st March, 2020 extended till 31^st July, 2020 etc.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	19-June-2020
Source	https://www.ricago.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Attachment-1-9.pdf

NSE issues a circular regarding path of filing disclosures related to Corporate Action on NEAPS Portal

Brief Details	The NSE with reference to Regulation 10 of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 which requires all listed entities to file all reports, statements, documents, filings and any other information to the Exchange on the specified electronic platform and has designated NEAPS Portal as the specified electronic platform and hereby listed companies are requested to intimate regarding fixation of Record date or Book Closure dates for any corporate action, to be separately intimate to the Exchange which is available on the NEAPS Portal (i.e. NEAPS – Compliance – Announcements -Announcements/CA – Intimation Type: Corporate Action).
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	19-June-2020
Source	https://archives.nseindia.com/content/circulars/CML44698.pdf

BSE issues a notice for relaxation in compliance requirements with regard to COVID-19

Brief Details	The BSE has advised members to comply with SEBI circular SEBI/HO/MIRSD/DOP/CIR/P/2020/ 101 dated June 19, 2020, on “Relaxation in timelines for compliance with regulatory requirements”, wherein further relaxations have been given to Members with respect to certain regulatory submissions/ requirements. The copy of the said SEBI circular has enclosed as Annexure 1 your reference.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	19-June-2020
Source	https://www.bseindia.com/markets/MarketInfo/DispNewNoticesCirculars.aspx?page=20200619-49

BSE issues notice regarding system audit of Stock Brokers or Trading Members

Brief Details	The BSE has advised stock brokers to comply with SEBI circular no. CIR/MRD/DMS/34/2013 dated November 6, 2013 and Exchange notice no. 20131107-6 dated November 7, 2013 on the Annual System Audit of Stock Brokers / Trading members and required to carry out system audit of their trading facility for the period ended March 31, 2020, as per the applicability criteria. Stock brokers who are using trading software provided by the Exchange (BOLT/BOLT PLUS) and/or software provided by Exchange owned application Service Provider (ASP) shall not be covered in the system audit. Members may note that the System Audit Report for the period ended March 31, 2020 is to be submitted in electronic form only through BEFS (BSE Electronic Filing System) and the module for submission is now enabled at the link provided in the portal. In case the members fail to comply with the same, they will have to face certain penalties and disciplinary actions.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	19-June-2020
Source	https://www.bseindia.com/markets/MarketInfo/DispNewNoticesCirculars.aspx?page=20200619-31

BSE advise to comply with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Substantial Acquisition of Shares And Takeovers) (Amendment) Regulations, 2020

Brief Details	The BSE advised to comply with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) (Amendment) Regulations, 2020 (notification No. SEBI/LAD- NRO/GN/2020/14 dated June 16, 2020), regarding amendment to the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, 2011. Listed Companies are requested to take note and comply accordingly.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	19-June-2020
Source	https://www.bseindia.com/markets/MarketInfo/DispNewNoticesCirculars.aspx?page=20200619-8

MSE issues a circular regarding Relaxation in Compliance requirements – COVID-19

Brief Details	The MSE has advised members to comply with the SEBI circular SEBI/HO/MIRSD/DOP/CIR/P/2020/101 dated June 19, 2020, on “Relaxation in timelines for compliance with regulatory requirements”, wherein further relaxations have been given to Members with respect to certain regulatory submissions/ requirements. The copy of the said SEBI circular has enclosed in Annexure A for your reference.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	19-June-2020
Source	https://www.ricago.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Attachment-2-4.pdf

SEBI issues a Circular regarding the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) (Amendment) Regulations, 2020

Brief Details	The Securities and Exchange Board of India has issued a Circular under Section 30 of the Securities and Exchange Board of India Act, 1992 regarding the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) (Amendment) Regulations, 2020, wherein it is informed that the acquisition beyond 5% but up to 10% of the voting rights in the target company shall be permitted only in respect of acquisition by promoter pursuant to preferential issue of equity shares by the target company for the year 2020-21 and also earlier a shareholder holding 25% or more of shares or voting rights was permitted to make voluntary open offer only if he/she has not acquired any shares of the company through acquisition route in the preceeding 52 weeks, which has been now relaxed till 31st March, 2021.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	16-June-2020
Source	https://www.sebi.gov.in/legal/regulations/apr-2017/sebi-substantial-acquisition-of-shares-and-takeovers-regulations-2011-last-amended-on-march-6-2017-_34693.html

SEBI issues a Circular regarding the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Issue of capital and disclosure requirements) (Amendment) Regulations, 2020

Brief Details	The Securities and Exchange Board of India has issued a Circular under Section 30 of the Securities and Exchange Board of India Act, 1992 regarding the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Issue of capital and disclosure requirements) (Amendment) Regulations, 2020, wherein it is informed that he issuer shall not make any subsequent qualified institutions placement until the expiry of 2 weeks which was earlier 6 months from the date of the prior qualified institutions placement made pursuant to one or more special resolutions.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	16-June-2020
Source	https://www.sebi.gov.in/legal/regulations/jun-2020/securities-and-exchange-board-of-india-issue-of-capital-and-disclosure-requirements-amendment-regulations-2020_46885.html

SEBI issues a Circular regarding the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Infrastructure Investment Trusts) (Second Amendment) Regulations, 2020

Brief Details	The Securities and Exchange Board of India has issued a Circular under Section 30 read with section 11 and 12 of the Securities and Exchange Board of India Act, 1992 regarding the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Infrastructure investment trusts) ( Second Amendment) Regulations, 2020, wherein, inducted sponsor has been defined and it is said that the maximum subscription from the investor other than the sponsor shall not be more than 25% of the total outstanding units. De-classification of the status of the sponsors have been explained.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	16-June-2020
Source	https://www.sebi.gov.in/legal/regulations/jun-2020/securities-and-exchange-board-of-india-infrastructure-investment-trusts-second-amendment-regulations-2020_46886.html

SEBI issues a Circular regarding the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Real Estate Investment Trusts) (Second Amendment) Regulations, 2020

Brief Details	The Securities and Exchange Board of India has issued a Circular under Section 30 read with section 11 and 12 of the Securities and Exchange Board of India Act, 1992 regarding the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Real Estate investment trusts) ( Second Amendment) Regulations, 2020, wherein, re-designated sponsor shall be substituted by inducted sponsor and De-classification of the status of the sponsors have been explained.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	16-June-2020
Source	https://www.sebi.gov.in/legal/regulations/jun-2020/securities-and-exchange-board-of-india-real-estate-investment-trusts-second-amendment-regulations-2020_46887.html

SEBI issues a Press Release regarding the Regulatory measures to continue

Brief Details	The Securities and Exchange Board of India has issued a Press Release regarding the Regulatory measures, wherein, it is informed that all the regulatory measures introduced by SEBI vide its press release dated March, 2020 shall continue till 30th July, 2020.
Change Type	Press Release
State	Central
Effective Date	18-June-2020
Source	https://www.sebi.gov.in/media/press-releases/jun-2020/regulatory-measures-to-continue_46875.html

NSE & MSE issues a Circular regarding the Regulatory measures introduced by SEBI to continue in view of ongoing uncertainty

Brief Details	The National Stock Exchange of India Limited and The Metropolitan Stock Exchange of India Limited informs that a Press Release regarding the Regulatory measures has been issued by SEBI wherein, it is informed that all the regulatory measures including for equity index derivatives (futures and options) and (non-futures and options) and others as introduced by SEBI vide its press release dated March, 2020 shall continue till 30th July, 2020.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	18-June-2020
Source	https://www.ricago.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Attachment-1-8.pdf

FSSAI issues an Order regarding the Extension of grace period for renewal of license or registrations

Brief Details	The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India issues an Order regarding the Extension of grace period for renewal of license or registrations which are expired or expiring in the period of 22nd March, 2020, wherein it is informed that the same has been extended from 30th June, 2020 to 31st July, 2020.
Change Type	Order
State	Central
Effective Date	18-June-2020
Source	https://www.fssai.gov.in/upload/advisories/2020/06/5eec55fcc79afOrder_Grace_Period_Extension19_06_2020.pdf

BSE advised to comply with SEBI (Infrastructure Investment Trusts) (Second Amendment) Regulations, 2020

Brief Details	The BSE has advised listed companies to comply with Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) notification No. SEBI/LAD-NRO/GN/2020/15 dated 16th June, 2020, regarding amendment to the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Infrastructure Investment Trusts) Regulations, 2014 and notified the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Infrastructure Investment Trusts) (Second Amendment) Regulations, 2020.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	17-June-2020
Source	https://www.bseindia.com/markets/MarketInfo/DispNewNoticesCirculars.aspx?page=20200617-29

BSE advised to comply with SEBI (Real Estate Investment Trusts) (Second Amendment) Regulations, 2020

Brief Details	The BSE has advised listed companies to comply with Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) notification No. SEBI/LAD-NRO/GN/2020/16 dated 16^th June, 2020, regarding amendment to the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Real Estate Investment Trusts) (Second Amendment) Regulations, 2020 and notified the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Real Estate Investment Trusts) (Second Amendment) Regulations, 2020.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	17-June-2020
Source	https://www.bseindia.com/markets/MarketInfo/DispNewNoticesCirculars.aspx?page=20200617-30

NSDL grant relaxation in timelines for submission of Risk Assessment Template

Brief Details	The NSDL with reference to NSDL circular no. NSDL/POLICY/2020/0060 dated May 4, 2020 whereby extension till 31st May, 2020 was provided to Participants for submission of Risk Assessment Template for the half year period of 1st October, 2019 to 31st March, 2020 considering the lockdown situation due to COVID-19 pandemic and in view of the representations received from the Participants, it has been decided to grant extension to Participants for submission of Risk assessment Template for the aforesaid period till 20th June, 2020.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	16-June-2020
Source	https://nsdl.co.in/downloadables/pdf/2020-0082-Policy-Relaxation%20in%20timelines%20for%20submission%20of%20Risk%20Assessme….pdf

NSDL grant relaxation in timelines for Concurrent Audit of depository operations

Brief Details	The NSDL with reference to NSDL circular no. NSDL/POLICY/2020/0062 dated 7^th May, 2020 whereby extension till 31^st May, 2020 was provided in completing the concurrent audit of depository operations for the period from 16^th March, 2020 to 17^th May, 2020 considering the situation due to COVID19 pandemic and in view of the representations received from the Participants, it has been decided to further extend the timelines for completing the concurrent audit for the period from 16^th March, 2020 to 31^st May, 2020 till 30^th June, 2020.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	16-June-2020
Source	https://nsdl.co.in/downloadables/pdf/2020-0083-Policy-Relaxation%20in%20timelines%20for%20Concurrent%20Audit%20of%20deposit….pdf

NCDEX advised to comply with SEBI circular on Participation of Mutual Funds in Commodity Derivatives Market in India

Brief Details	The NCDEX has advised members to comply with Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) circular no. SEBI/HO/IMD/DF2/CIR/P/2020/96 dated 5^th June, 2020 on Participation of Mutual Funds in Commodity Derivatives Market in India.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	17-June-2020
Source	https://www.ncdex.com/Downloads/Circulars/PDF/Participation_of_Mutual_Funds_in_Commodity_Derivatives_Market_in_India_17062020.pdf

NCDEX issues circular on Reporting for Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) applications and systems offered and used by market intermediaries

Brief Details	The NCDEX with reference to the Exchange Circular no. NCDEX/COMPLIANCE-001/2019 dated 7^th January, 2019 on Reporting for Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) applications and systems offered and used by market intermediaries has requested members to submit Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) applications and systems details as on 30^th June, 2020 to the Exchange latest by 15^th July, 2020 and the details has to be submitted through NCFE portal of the Exchange under module: Compliance – AI/ML and a separate form is required to be submitted for each of the AI / ML application and system in case of multiple AI / ML applications and systems are used.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	17-June-2020
Source	https://www.ncdex.com/Downloads/Circulars/PDF/AI_ML_Jun_17062020.pdf

MCA introduced a Scheme for relaxation of time for filing forms related to creation or modification of charges under the Companies Act, 2013

Brief Details	The Ministry of Corporate Affairs on account of COVID-19 pandemic, has decided to introduce a Scheme, namely Scheme for relaxation of time for filing forms related to creation or modification of charges under the Companies Act, 2013 for the purpose of condoning the delay in filing certain forms related to creation/ modification of charges. This Scheme has been applicable in respect of filing of Form No. CHG-l and Form No. CHG-9 by a company or a charge holder as provided in Section 77 and 78 of the Companies Act, 2013.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	17-June-2020
Source	http://www.mca.gov.in/Ministry/pdf/Circular23_17062020.pdf

MCX issues a circular regarding reporting for Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) applications

Brief Details	The MCX has issued a circular regarding reporting for Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) applications and systems offered and used by members of the Exchange, wherein trading members are required to report for AI / ML based application or system for the quarter ending June 2020 through portal https://member.mcxindia.com . The portal will be available from 1st July, 2020 to 15th July, 2020. AI & ML reporting is compulsory for all the Trading Members (whether using or not using the facility) and Non-compliant members shall be liable for action as may be deemed fit by the Exchange.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	16-June-2020
Source	https://www.mcxindia.com/docs/default-source/circulars/english/2020/june/mcxctcl4202020-reporting-for-artificial-intelligence-(ai)-and-machine-learning-(ml)-applications-and-systems-offered-and-used-by-members-of-the-exchange.pdf?sfvrsn=1a999190_0

MCX issues a circular regarding sharing of information on Cyber Security Incident

Brief Details	The MCX has advised trading members of the Exchange to report Cyber Incident(s) whether occurred /non-occurred for the quarter ending June 2020 through portal https://member.mcxindia.com. The portal will be available from 1st July, 2020 to 15th July, 2020. Non-compliant members shall be liable for action as may be deemed fit by the Exchange.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	16-June-2020
Source	https://www.mcxindia.com/docs/default-source/circulars/english/2020/june/mcxctcl4212020—information-sharing-on-cyber-security-incident.pdf?sfvrsn=7e999190_0

Administrator of Chandigarh provides exemption under the Shops and Establishment Act

Brief Details	The Administrator of Chandigarh vide notification No. 12/02/15-H-II(2)-2020/7845 has allowed all shops and establishment covered under The Punjab Shops and Commercial Establishments Act, 1958 to open their outlets on all days of the week for a period of three months subject to conditions which states that all provisions of the Act/Rules relating to employees working conditions, rest interval, weekly off days and other restrictions specified in the aforementioned Act of 1958 must be complied with and Opening and closing hour of all the Shops And Commercial establishments will remain the same on all seven days of the week as notified by Chandigarh administration from time to time. The rotation of employee engaged should be done so that mandatory weekly rest be given to them and the orders issued separately under Disaster Management Act regarding odd-even formula in selected markets will continue to be in operation.
Change Type	Notification
State	Chandigarh
Effective Date	09-June-2020
Source	https://www.ricago.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Attachment-1-7.pdf

MCA issues circular allowing companies to hold EGMs through video conference upto 30th September 2020

Brief Details	The Ministry of Corporate Affairs issues a circular allowing companies to pass ordinary resolution and special resolutions by holding Extraordinary General Meetings (EGM) through video conferencing or other audio visual means or passing of certain items only through postal ballot without convening general meeting. The framework provided in the said circulars allows companies to hold relevant EGMs or transact relevant business through postal ballots as per procedure specified therein, upto 30^th June 2020 or till further orders whichever is earlier.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	15-June-2020
Source	http://www.mca.gov.in/Ministry/pdf/Circular22_15062020.pdf

NSE issues circular to submit Cyber Security Audit by 31st July 2020 for all Type 1 Stock Brokers

Brief Details	The National Stock Exchange of India Limited issues circular requiring Type 1 Stock Brokers, as defined in SEBI circular CIR/MRD/DMS/34/2013 dated 6^th November, 2013 to carry-out Cyber Security audit for the Financial Year 2019-2020. Furthermore, the last date for Preliminary Audit Report submission is 31^st July 2020.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	15-Jun-2020
Source	https://www.ricago.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Attachment-1-6.pdf

SEBI issues a Circular regarding the Investment by the sponsor or asset management company in the scheme

Brief Details	The Securities and Exchange Board of India has issued a Circular under Section 11(1) of the Securities and Exchange Board of India Act, 1992 regarding the Investment by the sponsor or asset management company in the scheme, wherein it has been decided that the above referred investment shall be made in growth option of the scheme. For such schemes where growth option is not available the investment shall be made in the dividend reinvestment option of the scheme. Further, for such schemes where growth option as well as dividend reinvestment option are not available the investment shall be made in the dividend option of the scheme.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	12-June-2020
Source	https://www.sebi.gov.in/legal/circulars/jun-2020/investment-by-the-sponsor-or-asset-management-company-in-the-scheme_46848.html

SEBI issues a Circular regarding the Clarifications on disclosure standards for alternative investment fund

Brief Details	The Securities and Exchange Board of India has issued a Circular under Section 11(1) of the Securities and Exchange Board of India Act, 1992 regarding the Clarifications on disclosure standards for alternative investment fund, wherein it is informed that the timeline for making available the first industry benchmark and AIF level performance versus Benchmark Reports, is extended till 1st October, 2020.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	12-June-2020
Source	https://www.sebi.gov.in/legal/circulars/jun-2020/clarifications-with-respect-to-circular-dated-february-05-2020-on-disclosure-standards-for-alternative-investment-funds-aifs-_46847.html

FSSAI issues a Circular regarding the Extension of date for mandatory food safety audit of Food Businesses under the FSS (Food Safety Auditing) Regulations, 2018

Brief Details	The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India issues a Circular regarding the Extension of date for mandatory food safety audit of Food Businesses under the FSS (Food Safety Auditing) Regulations, 2018, wherein it is informed that keeping in view the current situation due to COVID-19 pandemic, the last date for mandatory audits has been extended up to 30th September, 2020.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	12-June-2020
Source	https://www.fssai.gov.in/upload/advisories/2020/06/5ee390ad9f377Letter_Date_Extension_FoodSafetyAudit_12_06_2020.pdf

Government of Karnataka issues a Notification regarding the Withdrawal of order on Extension of working hours in factories in Karnataka

Brief Details	The Government of Karnataka has issued a Notification regarding the Withdrawal of order on Extension of working hours in factories in Karnataka under Section 5 of the Factories Act, 1948, wherein it is decided to grant exemption to all factories registered under Factories Act, 1948 from provisions of section 51 (Weekly Hour), section 54 (Daily Hour), of Factories Act, 1948 subject to certain conditions as per the notification. Therefore, employers of factories in the State of Karnataka are advised to comply with the working hours as prescribed under the Factories Act,1948.
Change Type	Notification
State	Karnataka
Effective Date	11-June-2020
Source	https://www.ricago.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Attachment-1-5.pdf

NSDL issues a circular for implementation of Section 51A of The Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967

Brief Details	The National Securities Depository Limited has issued a circular wherein it states that all existing account holders should scan all existing accounts to ensure that no account is held by or linked to any of the entities or individuals included in the list and also ascertain the same for future accounts as well (As per Clause 2.8.1 of SEBI “Guidelines on Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Standards and Combating the Financing of Terrorism (CFT) / Obligations of Securities Market Intermediaries under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002 and Rules framed there under” issued on 15^th Oct , 2019.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	04-June-2020
Source	https://nsdl.co.in/downloadables/pdf/2020-0081-Policy-Implementation%20of%20Section%2051A%20of%20UAPA,%201967%20-%20Updates%20t….pdf

NSDL issues a circular on relaxation for submission of Internal Audit Report by RTAs to depository

Brief Details	The National Securities Depository has issued a circular wherein relaxation has been given to all Issuers/R&T Agents to submit Internal Audit Report to depository in respect of its depository operations for half-year ended March 2020, by 30^th June, 2020. This relaxation has been given keeping in view the extension of lockdown due to COVID-19.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	12-Jun-2020
Source	https://bit.ly/2MNIw8S

NCDEX issues circular on submission of Information / data towards Risk Based Supervision (RBS) for the period April 01, 2019 – March 31, 2020

Brief Details	The National Commodity & Derivatives Exchange Limited issued circular as per SEBI directives, which states that all members are required to submit if already not, the Information / data towards Risk Based Supervision (RBS) for the period 1^st April, 2019 – 31^st March, 2020 and Internal Audit Report (IAR) for the period 01^st October, 2019 to 31^st March, 2020 to the Exchange on or before 30^th June, 2020.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	12-Jun-2020
Source	https://www.ncdex.com/Downloads/Circulars/PDF/Reminder_RBS_IAR_Mar2020_11062020.pdf

IRDAI issues Guidelines on Telemedicine

Brief Details	The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India has issued guidelines on Telemedicine. All insurers are advised to allow telemedicine wherever consultation with a medical practitioner is allowed in the terms and conditions of policy contract. The Guidelines issued have the approval of the competent authority.
Change Type	Guidelines
State	Central
Effective Date	12-Jun-2020
Source	https://www.irdai.gov.in/ADMINCMS/cms/frmGuidelines_Layout.aspx?page=PageNo4155

IRDAI issues circular on Modified Guidelines on Product filing in Health Insurance Business Norms on Proportionate Deductions

Brief Details	The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India issues circular on Modified Guidelines on Product filing in Health Insurance Business Norms on Proportionate Deductions. Insurers are not permitted to apply proportionate deduction for ‘ICU charges’ as different categories of ICU are not there. In addition to the norms specified in clause (4) of Chapter II of the guidelines, other norms have been made.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	01-Oct-2020
Source	https://www.irdai.gov.in/ADMINCMS/cms/Circulars_Layout.aspx?page=PageNo4156

IRDAI issues circular on Guidelines on Standardization of general terms and clauses in HHHealth Insurance Policy Contracts

Brief Details	The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India issues circular on Guidelines under the provisions of Section 34(1) of the lnsurance Act, 1938 read with Regulation 20 and Schedule lll of IRDAI (Health lnsurance) Regulations, 2016 with an objective to standardize the general terms and clauses incorporated in indemnity based Health lnsurance [excluding Personal Accident and Domestic / Overseas Travel products by simplifying the wordings of general terms and clauses of the policy contracts and ensure uniformity across the industry.
Change Type	Guidelines
State	Central
Effective Date	11-Jun-2020
Source	https://www.irdai.gov.in/ADMINCMS/cms/Circulars_Layout.aspx?page=PageNo4157

DGFT issues notification amending SCOMET 2020 regarding classification of Export and Import items, 2018

Brief Details	The Directorate General of Foreign Trade issues notification amending SCOMET 2020 regarding classification of Export and Import items, 2018 in exercise of powers conferred by Sections 5 and 14A of the Foreign Trade (Development and Regulation) Act, 1992. This notification shall come into force from 11th July 2020.
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	11-July-2020
Source	https://dgft.gov.in/sites/default/files/Noti%2010%20dated%2011.06.2020%20-%20SCOMET%20update_0.pdf

NES issues circular on Migration of Reporting Trades in unlisted Commercial Paper/Certificate of Deposits on Web-Based Debt Segment

Brief Details	The National Stock Exchange of India Limited has issued circular on Migration of Reporting Trades in unlisted Commercial Paper/Certificate of Deposits on Web-Based Debt Segment, whereby it is informed that reporting of trades in CP or CD shall be migrated to Web-Based Debt Segment from 15th June, 2020 and from 22nd June 2020, members shall be allowed to report the same only on Web-Based Debt Segment.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	22-Jun-2020
Source	https://archives.nseindia.com/content/circulars/DS44607.pdf

BSE issues notice on Download of Penalty Report for modification of Client Codes of non-institutional trades (All Segments)

Brief Details	The Bombay Stock Exchange Limited has issued notice on Download of Penalty Report for modification of Client Codes of non-institutional trades (All Segments), whereby the members are informed that the penalty report as per the Exchange Notice dated 29th July, 2011 and 26th August, 2011 for the client code modifications of non-institutional trades done during the month of May 2020 has been downloaded in EQUITY TRANSACTION FOLDER in Extranet.
Change Type	Notice
State	Central
Effective Date	10-Jun-2020
Source	https://www.bseindia.com/markets/MarketInfo/DispNewNoticesCirculars.aspx?page=20200610-12

BSE issues notice on Relaxations from certain provisions of the SEBI (Issue of Capital and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2018 in respect of Further Public Offer

Brief Details	The Bombay Stock Exchange Limited has issued notice on Relaxations from certain provisions of the SEBI (Issue of Capital and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2018 in respect of Further Public Offer to notify the members about the members are informed about the SEBI circular dated 9^th June, 2020, regarding relaxations from certain provisions of the SEBI (Issue of Capital and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2018 in respect of Further Public Offer. It is further informed that these temporary relaxations are applicable for FPOs that open on or before 31^st March, 2021 and are not applicable for issuance of warrants.
Change Type	Notice
State	Central
Effective Date	10-June-2020
Source	https://www.bseindia.com/markets/MarketInfo/DispNewNoticesCirculars.aspx?page=20200610-8

BSE issues notice on Re-categorisation of Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPI) in UCC system under SEBI Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPI) Regulations, 2019

Brief Details	The Bombay Stock Exchange Limited has issued notice on Re-categorisation of Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPI) in UCC system under SEBI Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPI) Regulations, 2019 in continuation to Exchange notice dated 3^rd October, 2019 and SEBI Gazette Notification dated 23^rd September, 2019 on Securities and Exchange Board of India (Foreign Portfolio Investors) Regulations, 2019, whereby the members are required to re-categorise their existing FPI clients into FPI-1 and FPI-2 in the UCC system of the Exchange in compliance with SEBI (Foreign Portfolio Investors) Regulations, 2019.
Change Type	Notice
State	Central
Effective Date	10-June-2020
Source	https://www.bseindia.com/markets/MarketInfo/DispNewNoticesCirculars.aspx?page=20200610-29

BSE issues notice on Disclosure of Financial Information in Private Placement Memorandum for Issuance of Debt Securities

Brief Details	The Bombay Stock Exchange Limited has issued notice on Disclosure of Financial Information in Private Placement Memorandum for Issuance of Debt Securities, whereby all market participants and issuers of Debt Securities who intend to list their Debentures/Bonds with the Exchange shall be required to adhere to following SEBI guidelines while preparing the Private Placement Memorandum.
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	10-June-2020
Source	https://www.bseindia.com/markets/MarketInfo/DispNewNoticesCirculars.aspx?page=20200610-31

MCX issues a circular on Revision in Know Your Client (KYC) Norms of Members

Brief Details	The Multi Commodity Exchange of India Limited has issued circular on Revision in Know Your Client (KYC) Norms of Members, whereby it is informed that as a part of review of the processes and procedures and to strengthen the due diligence, the Exchange has included the self-attested copy of the passport of the designated directors/partners/proprietor and promoters in its KYC norms. Accordingly, the members are advised to ensure compliance within one month from the date of this circular.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	10-July-2020
Source	https://www.mcxindia.com/docs/default-source/circulars/english/2020/june/circular-406-2020.pdf?sfvrsn=4c5f9090_0

IRDAI issues a circular on Standards for hospitals in the provider network – Disclosure of Quality Parameters

Brief Details	The Insurance Regulatory Development Authority of India has issued a circular on Standards for hospitals in the provider network – Disclosure of Quality Parameters in Regulation 29(iv) of IRDAI (Health Insurance) Regulations, 2016 wherein Insurers are directed to keep the insured informed of the list of Network Providers and display the same on their website. Such list shall be also displayed geography wise and updated as and when there is any change in the Network providers. The Network Providers engaged for rendering cashless services, Insurers, are required to disclose the prescribed details of the network providers and shall be updated as at 31^st March of every financial year and be disclosed by 30^th June.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	10-June-2020
Source	https://www.irdai.gov.in/ADMINCMS/cms/whatsNew_Layout.aspx?page=PageNo4153&flag=1

IRDAI issues a circular on Guidelines on Public disclosures by Insurers

Brief Details	The Insurance Regulatory Development Authority of India has issued a circular on Guidelines on Public disclosures by Insurers with respect the qualitative and quantitative parameters of the health services rendered to policyholders under Section 34(1) of the Insurance Act, 1938 read with Regulation 3 (5) of Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (Third Party Administrators – Health Services) Regulations, 2016. These guidelines are with respect to disclosures with respect to the captioned TPA, to be made by all general and health insurers registered with IRDAI rendering health services both through TPA and/or in-house, termination of services of a TPA, etc.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	10-June-2020
Source	https://www.irdai.gov.in/ADMINCMS/cms/whatsNew_Layout.aspx?page=PageNo4151&flag=1

MCA notifies the Companies (Share Capital and Debentures) Amendment Rules, 2020

Brief Details	The Ministry of Corporate Affairs has issued a Notification regarding the Companies (Share Capital and Debentures of Amendment Rules, 2020, wherein it is informed that in case a company is covered in item (A) of sub-clause (iii) of clause (b) or item (B) of sub-clause (iv) of clause (b), it shall on or before the 30th day of April in each year, in respect of debentures issued by such a company, invest or deposit, as the case may be, a sum which shall not be less than fifteen percent., of the amount of its debentures maturing during the year, ending on the 31st day of March of the next year in any one or more methods of investments or deposits as provided in sub-clause (vi).
Change Type	Notification
Category	Corporate Law
State	Central
Effective Date	05-June-2020
Source	http://www.mca.gov.in/Ministry/pdf/Rule_08062020.pdf

SEBI issues a Circular regarding the Relaxation from certain provisions of the SEBI (Issue of Capital and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2018

Brief Details	The Securities and Exchange Board of India has issued a Circular regarding the Relaxation from certain provisions of the SEBI (Issue of Capital and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2018 in respect of FPO, wherein it is decided to provide relaxations in the eligibility conditions related to Fast Track Further Public Offer (FPO) as contained in the SEBI (Issue of Capital and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2018. These temporary relaxations are applicable for FPOs that open on or before 31st March, 2021. Sub regulations (1), (2), (3), (4) and (5) and (9) of regulation 123 shall not apply if the issuer satisfies the conditions mentioned under Regulation 155 of ICDR Regulations for making a further public offer through the fast track route.
Change Type	Circular
Category	Securities Law
State	Central
Effective Date	09-June-2020
Source	https://www.sebi.gov.in/legal/circulars/jun-2020/relaxations-from-certain-provisions-of-the-sebi-issue-of-capital-and-disclosure-requirements-regulations-2018-in-respect-of-further-public-offer_46791.html

BSE issues a Notice regarding the Relaxation from compliance with certain provisions of the SEBI (Issue and Listing of Debt Securities) Regulations, 2008 and others

Brief Details	The Bombay Stock Exchange of India Limited has issued a Notice regarding the Relaxation from compliance with certain provisions of the SEBI (Issue and Listing of Debt Securities) Regulations, 2008 and SEBI (Non-Convertible Redeemable Preference Shares) Regulations, 2013 and other SEBI Circulars due to the COVID-19 virus pandemic, wherein SEBI has decided to extend the relaxation provided in the circular for issuers who intend/propose to list their Non-Convertible Debentures (NCDs) /Non-Convertible Redeemable Preference Share (NCRPS) /Commercial Papers (CPs) for disclosure of financial results for another one month.
Change Type	Notice
Category	Securities Law
State	Central
Effective Date	09-June-2020
Source	https://www.bseindia.com/markets/MarketInfo/DispNewNoticesCirculars.aspx?page=20200609-4

MCX issues a Circular regarding the Submission of Internal Audit Report and data pertaining to Risk Based Supervision

Brief Details	The Multi Commodity Exchange of India Limited has issued a Circular regarding the Submission of Internal Audit Report and data pertaining to Risk Based Supervision, wherein the members have been informed about the requirements of following submissions on or before 30th June, 2020, such as internal Audit Report for the period 1st October, 2019 to 31st March, 2020 and Submission of Data/Details/Information for the period 1st April, 2019 to 31st March, 2020 pertaining to Risk Based Supervision.
Change Type	Circular
Category	Securities Law
State	Central
Effective Date	09-June-2020
Source	https://www.ricago.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Attachment-1-3.pdf

IRDAI issues a Circular regarding the Recent Developments in Motor Insurance products

Brief Details	The Insurance Regulatory Development Authority of India has issued a Circular regarding the Recent Developments in Motor Insurance products, wherein, in order to enable insurance companies to have instructions at one place, the Master Circular incorporating the existing circulars/guidelines /instructions on the subject has been updated and enclosed. This Master Circular consolidates the circulars issued by IRDAI on the subject from August, 2018 to June, 2020, as indicated in the Annexure.
Change Type	Circular
Category	Insurance Law
State	Central
Effective Date	09-June-2020
Source	https://www.irdai.gov.in/ADMINCMS/cms/whatsNew_Layout.aspx?page=PageNo4150&flag=1

IRDAI issues a Circular regarding the Withdrawal of long-term package cover offering both motor third party insurance and own damage insurance

Brief Details	The Insurance Regulatory Development Authority of India has issued a Circular regarding the withdrawal of long-term package cover offering both motor third party insurance and own damage insurance for 3 or 5 years, wherein the authority has decided to withdraw long term package cover offered for new cars and two wheelers from 1st August, 2020.
Change Type	Circular
Category	Insurance Law
State	Central
Effective Date	01-Aug-2020
Source	https://www.ricago.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Attachment-2-2.pdf

CBIC issues a Notification regarding the Extension of the validity of e-way bill generated

Brief Details	The Central Board of Indirect Tax and Customs has issued a Notification regarding the Extension of the validity of validity of e-way bill generated on or before 24th March, 2020 (whose validity has expired on or after 20th March, 2020) till the 30th June, 2020.
Change Type	Notification
Category	Tax Law
State	Central
Effective Date	09-June-2020
Source	https://www.cbic.gov.in/resources//htdocs-cbec/gst/notfctn-47-central-tax-english-2020.pdf

CBIC issues a Notification regarding the Extension of period to pass order under Section 54(7) of CGST Act

Brief Details	The Central Board of Indirect Tax and Customs has issued a Notification regarding the Extension of period to pass order under Section 54(7) of CGST Act, wherein, where a notice has been rejected for refund claim under section 54 of the said Act during the period from 20th March, 2020 to 29th June, 2020, the time limit for issuance of the order shall be extended to 15 days after the receipt of reply to the notice from the registered person or the 30th June, 2020, whichever is later.
Change Type	Notification
Category	Tax Law
State	Central
Effective Date	20-Mar-2020
Source	https://www.cbic.gov.in/resources//htdocs-cbec/gst/notfctn-46-central-tax-english-2020.pdf

CBIC issues a Notification regarding the Extension of the date for transition under GST on account of merger of erstwhile Union Territories

Brief Details	The Central Board of Indirect Tax and Customs has issued a Notification regarding the Extension of the date for transition under GST on account of merger of erstwhile Union Territories of Daman and Diu & Dadar and Nagar Haveli, wherein the date for transition under GST on account of merger of erstwhile Union Territories have been extended to 31st July, 2020.
Change Type	Notification
Category	Tax Law
State	Union Territories of Daman and Diu & Dadar and Nagar Haveli
Effective Date	31-May-2020
Source	https://www.cbic.gov.in/resources//htdocs-cbec/gst/notfctn-45-central-tax-english-2020.pdf

Ministry of Labour and Employment notifies Employees’ State Insurance (Central) Amendment Rules, 2020

Brief Details	The Ministry of Labour and Employment has issued a Notification regarding the Employees’ State Insurance (Central) Amendment Rules, 2020, wherein, Rs. 338 shall be paid instead of Rs. 150 for each day for travel within the city and a non-official member, not residing at the place where a meeting is held shall be paid, Rs. 2250 per day if member stays in a hotel and, not exceeding Rs. 900 per day as expenses towards food.
Change Type	Notification
Category	Other Law
State	Central
Effective Date	09-June-2020
Source	http://egazette.nic.in/WriteReadData/2020/219836.pdf

SEBI issues circular on relaxation from compliance with certain provisions of the SEBI (Issue and Listing of Debt Securities) Regulations, 2008 and SEBI (Non-Convertible Redeemable Preference Shares) Regulations, 2013 and certain SEBI Circulars due to the COVID -19 virus pandemic

Brief Details	The Securities and Exchange Board of India has issued a circular on relaxation from compliance with certain provisions of the SEBI (Issue and Listing of Debt Securities) Regulations, 2008 and SEBI (Non-Convertible Redeemable Preference Shares) Regulations, 2013 and certain SEBI Circulars due to the COVID -19 virus pandemic, under Section 11(1) of the SEBI Act, 1992 read with Regulations 31 and 32 of the SEBI (ILDS) Regulations, 2008, Regulations 26 and 27 of SEBI (NCRPS) Regulations, 2013. By this circular, the cut-off date for issuance of NCDs/NCRPS /CPs have been extended till 30^th June, 2020.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	8-Jun-2020
Source	https://www.sebi.gov.in/legal/circulars/jun-2020/relaxation-from-compliance-with-certain-provisions-of-the-sebi-issue-and-listing-of-debt-securities-regulations-2008-and-sebi-non-convertible-redeemable-preference-shares-regulations-2013-and-ce-_46788.html

BSE issues notice Reporting of Client Level Cash & Cash Equivalent and Bank account Balances

Brief Details	The Bombay Stock Exchange Limited has issued notice on Reporting of Client Level Cash & Cash Equivalent and Bank account Balances, whereby the members are informed that they have to submit the data for all calendar days of the week except Sunday on or before the next four trading days of subsequent week. However, the first submission for reporting of client level cash & cash equivalent balances shall have to be made for the week ending on 6^th June, 2020 whose due date will be 12^th June, 2020. Members are advised to comply accordingly.
Change Type	Notice
State	Central
Effective Date	9-Jun-2020
Source	https://www.bseindia.com/markets/MarketInfo/DispNewNoticesCirculars.aspx?page=20200609-3

NCDEX issues circular on Extension of Collection of Back dated Broker Turnover Stamp Duty for State of Uttar Pradesh till 30^th June, 2020 by M/s. BOI Shareholding Limited (BOISL)

Brief Details	The National Commodity & Derivatives Exchange Limited issued circular on Extension of Collection of Back dated Broker Turnover Stamp Duty for State of Uttar Pradesh till June 30, 2020 by M/s. BOI Shareholding Limited (BOISL), whereby members are informed that the directive of the Inspector General of Registration Commissioner of Stamp, Uttar Pradesh, Lucknow, this has been further extended till June 30, 2020. Members are further advised to take care of the Stamp duty rates as applicable on the transaction of Securities & Commodities and the arrangement of the State Govt. of Uttar Pradesh with BOISL for collection of Back dated Broker turnover stamp duty.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	8-Jun-2020
Source	https://ncdex.com/Downloads/Circulars/PDF/Periodic_Settlement_of_Client_Account_by_Member_11112019.pdf

NSDL issues circular on Framework for issue of Depository Receipts

Brief Details	The National Securities Depository Limited has issued circular to notify the Participants about the SEBI Circular no. SEBI/HO/MRD-1/CIR/P/2020/95 dated 5^th June 05, 2020 regarding Framework for Regulatory Sandbox.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	8-Jun-2020
Source	Refer Attachment 1 for more details

CBIC gives effect to provisions of Rule 67A for furnishing a nil return in FORM GSTR-3B by SMS

Brief Details	The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs has issued notification under section 164 of the Central Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017 read with ule 3 of the Central Goods and Services Tax (Fifth Amendment) Rules, 2020, whereby 8^th June, 2020 has been appointed as the date from which the provisions of Rule 67A of the rules, shall come into force.
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	8-Jun-2020
Source	https://www.cbic.gov.in/resources//htdocs-cbec/gst/notfctn-44-central-tax-english-2020.pdf

DGFT notifies Amendment in Para 2.20(b) of Handbook of Procedures of Foreign Trade Policy 2015-20 regarding revalidation of Export Authorisation/ License of Non-SCOMET and SCOMET item

Brief Details	The Directorate General of Foreign Trade has notified the Amendment in Para 2.20(b) of Handbook of Procedures of Foreign Trade Policy 2015-20 regarding revalidation of Export Authorisation/ License of Non-SCOMET and SCOMET item to the effect that such revalidation shall be allowed from DGFT (Hqrs).
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	8-Jun-2020
Source	http://egazette.nic.in/WriteReadData/2019/213826.pdf

Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change amends notification number S.O. 850(E), dated the 17th March, 2017

Brief Details	The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has notified amendment of its notification number S.O. 850(E), dated the 17^th March, 2017, whereby paragraph 2A has been inserted after paragraph 2 and paragraph 8A has been inserted after paragraph 8.
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	13-Nov-2019
Source	https://dgft.gov.in/sites/default/files/notification%20No.%2031%20dated%2013.11.2019%20in%20English.pdf

Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change amends notification number S.O. 850(E), dated the 17th March, 2017

Brief Details	The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has notified amendment of its notification number S.O. 850(E), dated the 17^th March, 2017, whereby paragraph 2A has been inserted after paragraph 2 and paragraph 8A has been inserted after paragraph 8.
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	8-Jun-2020
Source	http://egazette.nic.in/WriteReadData/2020/219811.pdf

RBI issues a Notification regarding the Extension of timeline for compliance

Brief Details	The Reserve Bank of India has issued a Notification regarding the Extension of timeline for compliance with various payment system requirement for all existing non-bank PPI issuers; Harmonization of Turn Around Time (TAT) and customer compensation for failed transactions using authorised Payment Systems and Guidelines on Regulation of Payment Aggregators and Payment Gateways. Keeping in view of the present situation, RBI has issued this notification.
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	04-June-2020
Source	https://www.rbi.org.in/Scripts/NotificationUser.aspx?Id=11910&Mode=0

RBI issues a Notification regarding the Interest Subvention (IS) and Prompt Repayment Incentive (PRI) for Short Term Loans

Brief Details	The Reserve Bank of India has issued a Notification regarding the Interest Subvention (IS) and Prompt Repayment Incentive (PRI) for Short Term Loans for Agriculture including Animal Husbandry, Dairy and Fisheries for extended period on account of Covid-19, wherein it is informed to all the Public and Private Sector Scheduled Commercial Banks that the Government has decided to continue the availability of 2% IS and 3% PRI to farmers for the extended period of repayment up to 31st August, 2020 or date of repayment, whichever is earlier, in order to ensure that farmers do not pay higher interest during the extended moratorium period. This benefit will be applicable to all short-term loans for Agriculture and Animal Husbandry, Dairy and Fisheries (AHDF) up to ₹3 lakh per farmer (up to ₹2 lakh for AHDF farmers).
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	04-June-2020
Source	https://www.rbi.org.in/Scripts/NotificationUser.aspx?Id=11909&Mode=0

RBI issues a Press Release regarding Creation of Payments Infrastructure Development Fund

Brief Details	The Reserve Bank of India has issued a Press Release regarding Creation of Payments Infrastructure Development Fund, wherein, the RBI announces creation of a Payments Infrastructure Development Fund (PIDF) to encourage acquirers to deploy Points of Sale (PoS) infrastructure (both physical and digital modes) in tier-3 to tier-6 centres and north eastern states and will make an initial contribution of ₹250 crores to the PIDF covering half the fund and remaining contribution will be from card issuing banks and card networks operating in the country.
Change Type	Press Release
State	Central
Effective Date	05-June-2020
Source	https://www.rbi.org.in/Scripts/BS_PressReleaseDisplay.aspx?prid=49905

NHB issues a Notification regarding the Revision of Special Refinance Facility (SRF) scheme

Brief Details	The National Housing Bank of India has issued a Notification regarding the Revision of Special Refinance Facility (SRF) scheme. The objective of the scheme is to provide short term refinance support to HFCs and other eligible PLIs which will partially mitigate their liquidity risk and improve the much needed liquidity into the overall housing finance system. The total amount allocated under this scheme shall be Rs. 10,000 Crore. The eligibility norms and other parameters like Maximum amount disbursable to individual PLIs and Security for Refinance under the scheme have been revised.
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	02-June-2020
Source	https://nhb.org.in/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Revision-of-Special-Refinance-FacilitySRF-Eng.pdf

NHB issues a Notification regarding the Moratorium period extension for Refinance and Project Finance

Brief Details	The National Housing Bank of India has issued a Notification regarding the Moratorium period extension for Refinance and Project Finance, wherein it is informed that, in view of the extension of lockdown and continuing disruption on account of COVID-19, Reserve Bank of India vide its notification dated 23rd May, 2020 has permitted All-India Financial Institutions(AIFIs) to extend the moratorium by another three months i.e. from 1st June, 2020 to 31st August, 2020.
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	02-June-2020
Source	https://nhb.org.in/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Extension-of-Moratorium-02.06.2020-English.pdf

SEBI issues a Circular regarding the Relaxation in compliance with requirements pertaining to AIFs and VCF

Brief Details	The Securities and Exchange Board of India has issued a Circular regarding the Relaxation in compliance with requirements pertaining to AIFs and VCF under Section 11(1) of the Securities and Exchange Board of India, 1992, wherein it is informed that AIFs and VCFs may submit the regulatory filings for the months ending March, April, May and June 2020, as applicable, on or before 7th August, 2020.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	04-June-2020
Source	https://www.sebi.gov.in/legal/circulars/jun-2020/relaxation-in-compliance-with-requirements-pertaining-to-aifs-and-vcfs_46771.html

SEBI issues a Press Release regarding the Facility to view status of deficiency in claim applications

Brief Details	The Securities and Exchange Board of India has issued a Press Release regarding the Facility to view status of deficiency in claim applications and making good those deficiencies, wherein it is informed that the portal for rectifying the deficiencies in applications was made operational from 24th January, 2020. The last date for checking the status of claim applications and/or rectification of deficiencies is 31st July, 2020. The investors/applicants with claims up to Rs. 5,000/-, whose claim applications were found deficient, are again requested to check the status of their claim applications online onhttps://www.sebipaclrefund.co.in and rectify the deficiencies, if any, before 31st July, 2020.
Change Type	Press Release
State	Central
Effective Date	02-June-2020
Source	https://www.sebi.gov.in/media/press-releases/jun-2020/facility-to-view-status-of-deficiency-in-claim-applications-and-making-good-those-deficiencies_46758.html

SEBI issues a Circular regarding the Participation of Mutual Funds in Commodity Derivatives Market

Brief Details	The Securities and Exchange Board of India has issued a Circular regarding the Participation of Mutual Funds in Commodity Derivatives Market in India, wherein it is informed that, no Mutual fund schemes shall invest in physical goods except in gold through Gold ETFs. However, as mutual fund schemes participating in ETCDs may hold the underlying goods in case of physical settlement of contracts, in that case mutual funds shall dispose of such goods from the books of the scheme, at the earliest, not exceeding the timeline prescribed for gold and silver and other goods.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	05-June-2020
Source	https://www.sebi.gov.in/legal/circulars/jun-2020/participation-of-mutual-funds-in-commodity-derivatives-market-in-india_46782.html

NSE issues a Circular regarding the Extension of time for submission of compliance certificate for the quarter ended March 2020

Brief Details	The National Stock Exchange of India has issued a Circular regarding the Extension of time for submission of compliance certificate for the quarter ended March 2020, wherein, in view of the situation arising due to COVID-19 pandemic and extended lockdown period, the due date to submit Quarterly Compliance Certificate for the quarter ended March 2020, has been further extended till 30th June, 2020.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	01-June-2020
Source	https://archives.nseindia.com/content/circulars/COMP44528.pdf

NSE issues a Circular regarding the Applicability of Trade Execution Range (TER) in Commodity Derivatives Segment

Brief Details	The National Stock Exchange of India has issued a Circular regarding the Applicability of Trade Execution Range (TER) in Commodity Derivatives Segment, wherein the members are requested to note that Trade Execution Range (TER) mechanism will not be applicable for Futures contracts traded in Commodity Derivative Segment with effect from 2nd June, 2020.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	01-June-2020
Source	https://archives.nseindia.com/content/circulars/COM44523.pdf

NSE issues a Circular regarding the Discontinuation of Intraday Crystallized losses reports for Currency derivative markets and Futures and Options

Brief Details	The National Stock Exchange of India has issued a Circular regarding the Discontinuation of Intraday crystallized losses reports for Currency derivative markets and Futures and Options, wherein it is informed that, in view of the changes in the margin framework, Intraday crystallized losses report of the Clearing Member (MG-16) and intra-day crystallized losses report for trading member (MG-17), shall be discontinued from 1st June, 2020.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	01-June-2020
Source	https://www.ricago.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Attachment-1-1.pdf

NSE issues a Circular regarding the Implementation of provision regarding the power of attorney

Brief Details	The National Stock Exchange of India informs that a Circular regarding the Implementation of provision regarding the power of attorney in Circular dated 25th February, 2020, has been issued by SEBI, wherein it is informed that, in view of the situation arising due to Covid-19 pandemic, lockdown imposed by the Government, representations received from stock brokers and stock broker associations regarding difficulty in implementing this provision in lockdown situation due to work in progress by Market Infrastructure Institutions, it has been decided to extend the implementation date of the aforesaid provision to 1st August, 2020 and align it with the implementation of mechanism of pledge re-pledge through the Depository system.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	02-June-2020
Source	https://www.ricago.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Attachment-2-1.pdf

NSE issues a Circular regarding the Mandatory Insurance Cover for the Period 2020-21

Brief Details	The National Stock Exchange of India has issued a Circular regarding the Mandatory Insurance Cover for the Period 2020-21, wherein all the members are requested to ensure that their Stock Brokers Indemnity Policy is in order for the period 2020-21 w.e.f. 1st June, 2020. Trading Members are required to submit the details for the same through ENIT on or before 31st July, 2020. Further, trading members who hold Stock Brokers Indemnity Policy expiring on any date other than 31st May, 2020 will be granted a period of one month from the expiry date to submit the details of renewed policy.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	04-June-2020
Source	https://archives.nseindia.com/content/circulars/COMP44560.pdf

BSE issues a Notice regarding the Introduction of LES scheme in Equity derivative segment

Brief Details	The Bombay Stock Exchange of India Limited has issued a Notice regarding the Introduction of LES scheme in Equity derivative segment, wherein Trading Members are requested to note that with effect from July 01,2020 Exchange shall introduce Liquidity Enhancement Scheme (LES) for S&P BSE SENSEX50 Futures & Options Monthly Contracts and S&P BSE SENSEX50 Futures & Options Weekly Contracts in equity derivatives segment.
Change Type	Notice
State	Central
Effective Date	05-June-2020
Source	https://www.bseindia.com/markets/MarketInfo/DispNewNoticesCirculars.aspx?page=20200605-52

MSE issues a Circular regarding the Extension of time for submission of compliance certificate for the quarter ended March 2020

Brief Details	The Metropolitan Stock Exchange of India Limited issues a Circular regarding the Extension of time for submission of compliance certificate for the quarter ended March 2020, wherein it is informed that, in view of the situation arising due to COVID-19 pandemic and extended lockdown period, the due date to submit Quarterly Compliance Certificate for the quarter ended March 2020, has been extended till 30th June, 2020.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	02-June-2020
Source	https://www.msei.in/SX-Content/Circulars/2020/June/Circular-9071.pdf

MSE, NSDL, NCDEX, NCCL and MCX issues a Circular regarding the Implementation of provision regarding the power of attorney

Brief Details	The Metropolitan Stock Exchange of India Limited, The National Securities Depository Limited, The National Commodity Derivative Exchange Limited, The National Commodity Clearance Limited and The Multicommodity Exchange of India has informed that a Circular regarding the Implementation of provision regarding the power of attorney in Circular dated 25th February, 2020, has been issued by SEBI, wherein it is informed that, in view of the situation arising due to Covid-19 pandemic, lockdown imposed by the Government, representations received from stock brokers and stock broker associations regarding difficulty in implementing this provision in lockdown situation due to work in progress by Market Infrastructure Institutions, it has been decided to extend the implementation date of the aforesaid provision to 1st August, 2020 and align it with the implementation of mechanism of pledge re-pledge through the Depository system.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	01-June-2020
Source	https://www.ricago.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Attachment-3-1.pdf

NCDEX issues a Circular regarding the Submission of Half-Yearly Networth Certificate as on 31st March, 2020

Brief Details	The National Commodity and Derivatives Exchange Limited has issued a Circular regarding the Submission of Half Yearly Networth Certificate as on 31st March, 2020, wherein all the members are advised to submit the Half Yearly Net Worth Certificate and Statement of Computation of Net worth as on March 31, 2020 based on unaudited financial statement on or before 30th June, 2020.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	05-June-2020
Source	https://www.ncdex.com/Downloads/Circulars/PDF/Submission_of_half_yearly_net_worth_reminder_05062020.pdf

MCX issues a Circular regarding the Penalty Structure for Non-compliance in Handling of Clients Securities by Members

Brief Details	The Multi Commodity Exchange of India Limited has issued a Circular regarding the Penalty Structure for Non-compliance in Handling of Clients Securities by Members, wherein, the Exchange in consultation with other Exchanges has formulated an indicative penalty structure for the non-compliances of the provisions of the SEBI Circulars and is enclosed as Annexure 1.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	05-June-2020
Source	https://www.ricago.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Attachment-4-1.pdf

MCX issues a Circular regarding the SEBI (Payment of Fees) (Amendment) Regulations, 2020

Brief Details	The Multi Commodity Exchange of India Limited informs that a Notification regarding the SEBI (Payment of Fees) (Amendment) Regulations, 2020, has been issued by SEBI vide its notification no. SEBI/LAD-NRO/GN/2020/011 dated 8th May, 2020, wherein, payment of fees under SEBI (Stock Brokers) Regulations, 1992; SEBI (Issue of Capital and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2018 and SEBI (Buy-Back of Securities) Regulations, 2018 have been amended.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	04-June-2020
Source	https://www.ricago.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Attachment-5-1.pdf

IRDAI issues a Circular regarding the Disclosure of underwriting philosophy of offering Insurance coverage

Brief Details	The Insurance Regulatory Development Authority of India has issued a Circular regarding the Disclosure of underwriting philosophy of offering Insurance coverage to Persons with Disability (PWD) and people affected with HIV/AIDS and Mental Illness diseases, wherein it is considered essential that the targeted population of every insurer shall have complete information on the philosophy that insurers adopt while complying with the provisions of HIV and AIDS Prevention and Control Act, 2017 and Mental healthcare Act, 2017. All Insurers are instructed to publish on their respective websites the underwriting philosophy and approach with regard to offering insurance coverage to the Persons with Disabilities (PWD), Persons affected with HIV /AIDS and Persons affected with Mental Illness diseases.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	02-June-2020
Source	https://www.irdai.gov.in/ADMINCMS/cms/whatsNew_Layout.aspx?page=PageNo4140&flag=1

IRDAI issues a Circular regarding the Extension of time limit applicable to Public Disclosures on websites

Brief Details	The Insurance Regulatory Development Authority of India has issued a Circular regarding the Extension of time limit applicable to Public Disclosures on websites, wherein it is informed that the time limit for furnishing all quarterly, half-yearly and annual returns for the period ending on 31st March, 2020 has been extended by 30 days.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	04-June-2020
Source	https://www.irdai.gov.in/ADMINCMS/cms/whatsNew_Layout.aspx?page=PageNo4143&flag=1

IRDAI issues a Circular regarding the Guidelines on Insurance Claims of victims of Cyclone Nisarga (June 2020) in the calamity affected districts

Brief Details	The Insurance Regulatory Development Authority of India has issued a Circular regarding the Guidelines on Insurance Claims of victims of Cyclone Nisarga (June 2020) in the calamity affected districts, wherein it is informed to All CEOs /CMDs of all General Insurance Companies and Stand-Alone Health Insurance Companies to take immediate steps to mitigate the hardships of the affected insured population by ensuring immediate registration and settlement of eligible claims as prescribed in the Circular
Change Type	Circular
State	Central, Maharashtra, Gujarat
Effective Date	08-June-2020
Source	https://www.ricago.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Attachment-6-1.pdf

IRDAI issues a Circular regarding the Legal Entity Identifier (LEI) code

Brief Details	The Insurance Regulatory Development Authority of India has issued a Circular regarding the Legal Entity Identifier (LEI) code, wherein, the insurers shall necessarily obtain LEI as per the procedure prescribed in the above referred circulars on or before 31st July, 2020 and the insurers shall advise their existing corporate borrowers having total exposures of Rs. 50 crore and above, and have not obtained LEI till now, shall obtain LEI and provide the LEI information on or before 30th June, 2020.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	05-June-2020
Source	https://www.irdai.gov.in/ADMINCMS/cms/whatsNew_Layout.aspx?page=PageNo4145&flag=1

CBIC issues an Instruction regarding the 24×7 Customs Clearance at all the Customs Stations

Brief Details	The Central Board of Indirect Tax and Customs has issued an Instruction regarding the 24×7 Customs Clearance at all the Customs Stations, wherein it is informed that, due to the prevailing conditions of covid-19, the CBIC has decided to extend the facility of 24×7 custom clearance at all the customs formations till 30th June, 2020.
Change Type	Instruction
State	Central
Effective Date	01-June-2020
Source	https://www.cbic.gov.in/resources/htdocs-cbec/customs/cs-instructions/cs-instructions-2020/cs-ins-08-2020.pdf

CBIC issues a Circular regarding the Extension of the validity of all the AEO Certificates for ease of renewal process

Brief Details	The Central Board of Indirect Tax and Customs has issued a Circular regarding the Extension of the validity of all the AEO Certificates for ease of renewal process, wherein it is informed that the validity of all the AEO Certificates for ease of renewal process expired/expiring between 1st March, 2020 and 31st May, 2020 has been extended to 30th June, 2020 except for those entities against which a negative report is received during this period.
Change Type	Circular
State	Central
Effective Date	02-June-2020
Source	https://www.cbic.gov.in/resources/htdocs-cbec/customs/cs-circulars/cs-circulars-2020/Circular-No-27-2020.pdf;jsessionid=2F8015E3B611FAB33743083867974DD2

Government of Haryana issues a Notification regarding Extension of Time Limit to Deposit Labour Welfare Fund in the State of Haryana for the year 2019

Brief Details	The Government of Haryana has issued a Notification regarding the Extension of Time Limit to deposit Labour welfare fund for the year 2019, wherein it is informed that Government of Haryana has further extended the last day to deposit the Labour Welfare Fund pertaining to the year 2019, till 30th June 2020.
Change Type	Notification
State	Haryana
Effective Date	02-June-2020
Source	https://www.ricago.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Attachment-7-1.pdf

Government of India issues a Notification regarding the Further Extension of Renewal of License for Various Acts Under Central Sphere

Brief Details	The Government of India has issued a Notification regarding the Extension of renewal of license for various acts under central sphere, wherein, the validity of licenses granted under the Contract Labour (R&A) Act, 1970 And Inter-State Migrant Workmen (ISMW) Act-1979 are hereby extended up to 30th June 2020 for those licenses whose renewal falls in the months of March, April, May, & June 2020
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	03-June-2020
Source	https://www.ricago.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Attachment-8-1.pdf

Government of Telangana issues a Notification regarding the Extension of Earlier Order Declaring paid holidays for Shops and Establishment in Telangana

Brief Details	The Government of Telangana has issued a Notification regarding the Extension of Earlier Order Declaring paid holidays for Shops and Establishment in Telangana, wherein, the declaration of paid holidays for shops and establishment, which was given effect up to 31st May 2020 has been extended up to 7th June 2020, subject to the relaxations given and conditions imposed thereon.
Change Type	Notification
State	Telangana
Effective Date	01-June-2020
Source	https://www.ricago.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Attachment-9-1.pdf

TRAI notifies the Telecommunication Tariff (Sixty Fifth Amendment) Order, 2020

Brief Details	The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India issues a Notification regarding the Telecommunication Tariff (Sixty Fifth Amendment) Order, 2020, wherein it is informed that In clause 3 of the Telecommunication Tariff Order, 1999 (hereinafter referred to as the principal tariff order), for the word and figures Schedule I to XIII, the word and figures Schedule I to XII shall be substituted. 3. In the principal tariff order, Schedule XIII and entries thereunder shall be deleted.
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	03-June-2020
Source	https://trai.gov.in/sites/default/files/Regulation_03062020_0.pdf

Ministry of commerce and Industry issues a press Release regarding the Implementation of paperless process for grant of IEM

Brief Details	The Ministry of Commerce and Industry issues a Press Release regarding the Implementation of paperless process for grant of IEM, wherein, with a view to enhance transparency and ease of doing business, the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal trade has enhanced the IEM portal. The enhanced portal offers online filing of applications for IEM – Part A, Part B and also for Amendments.
Change Type	Press Release
State	Central
Effective Date	04-June-2020
Source	https://dipp.gov.in/sites/default/files/pressRelease_4june2020.pdf

IBBI issues a Notification regarding the Insolvency Professionals to act as Interim Resolution Professionals, Liquidators, Resolution Professionals and Bankruptcy Trustees (Recommendation) Guidelines, 2020

Brief Details	The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India issues a Notification regarding the Insolvency Professionals to act as Interim Resolution Professionals, Liquidators, Resolution Professionals and Bankruptcy Trustees (Recommendation) Guidelines, 2020, wherein, Corporate Insolvency, Individual Insolvency, guidelines for Insolvency professionals, panels of the same, expression of interest and ongoing assessment have been discussed.
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	02-June-2020
Source	https://ibbi.gov.in/uploads/legalframwork/71d50e11656190259af4e3fe5427d943.pdf

IBBI issues a Notification regarding the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (Amendment) Ordinance, 2020

Brief Details	The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India issues a Notification regarding the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (Amendment) Ordinance, 2020, wherein, Section 10A has been inserted, which talks about suspension of initiation of corporate insolvency resolution process and Section 66 has been amended.
Change Type	Notification
State	Central
Effective Date	05-June-2020
Source	https://ibbi.gov.in/uploads/legalframwork/741059f0d8777f311ec76332ced1e9cf.pdf

FSSAI issues a Direction regrading the operationalization of the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006

Brief Details	The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India issues a Direction regarding the Operationalization of food safety and standards (Food standards and food additives) Amendment Regulations, 2019, wherein, it has been decided to reinstate the parameter specific marker for rice syrup.
Change Type	Direction
State	Central
Effective Date	05-June-2020
Source	https://www.fssai.gov.in/upload/advisories/2020/06/5eda017509a5bDirection_Rice_Syrup_05_06_2020.pdf