Drafting a legally strong employment contract under India’s New Labour Codes 2026 is no longer optional — it is a critical compliance necessity for every business operating across India. Whether you run an Indian startup, a mid-sized enterprise, or a foreign company entering the Indian market, understanding the updated employment law framework will determine whether … Continue reading “How to Draft a Legally Strong Employment Contract Under New Labour Codes 2026”
Author: Nipun Khanna
GST E-Invoice & Multi-Factor Authentication New Rules – Compliance Checklist for Businesses October 2026
Starting October 2026, GST e-invoice compliance rules in India have entered a critical new phase — and non-compliance can cost your business heavily in penalties, blocked ITC, and reputational damage. The Government of India has now mandated Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) on the GST portal alongside stricter e-invoicing thresholds, making this one of the most significant … Continue reading “GST E-Invoice & Multi-Factor Authentication New Rules – Compliance Checklist for Businesses October 2026”
How to File Annual Return on MCA V3 Portal After Small Company Threshold Changes 2026
MCA V3 annual return filing just became significantly more complex for thousands of Indian companies. In 2026, the Ministry of Corporate Affairs revised the small company definition under Section 2(85) of the Companies Act, 2013 — raising the paid-up capital ceiling to ₹4 crore and turnover ceiling to ₹40 crore. This shift directly impacts which … Continue reading “How to File Annual Return on MCA V3 Portal After Small Company Threshold Changes 2026”
Labour Codes Full Rollout 2026 – Single Registration, Wages Definition & Gig Worker Rules Explained
India’s most ambitious labour law reform in seven decades is finally arriving. The Labour Codes Full Rollout 2026 consolidates 29 outdated central labour laws into four modern codes — and every employer, employee, gig worker, and foreign investor doing business in India needs to pay close attention. Whether you are a startup founder in Bengaluru, … Continue reading “Labour Codes Full Rollout 2026 – Single Registration, Wages Definition & Gig Worker Rules Explained”
Consumer Protection (E-Commerce) Amendment Rules 2026 – New Duties for Sellers & Marketplaces
The Consumer Protection (E-Commerce) Amendment Rules 2026 mark one of the most significant regulatory shifts for India’s digital commerce ecosystem. Effective from January 2026, these rules place stringent new compliance obligations on both e-commerce marketplace platforms and individual sellers — Indian or foreign — operating within Indian jurisdiction. For businesses selling to Indian consumers online, … Continue reading “Consumer Protection (E-Commerce) Amendment Rules 2026 – New Duties for Sellers & Marketplaces”
MSMED Amendment Act 2026 – How MSMEs Can Now Recover Payments Faster (90-Day Mediation Rule)
If you run a small business in India — or source from Indian suppliers as a foreign buyer — the MSMED Amendment Act 2026 is the single most important legal update affecting your cash flow right now. For over 63 million registered MSMEs across India, delayed payments from buyers have historically been the greatest operational … Continue reading “MSMED Amendment Act 2026 – How MSMEs Can Now Recover Payments Faster (90-Day Mediation Rule)”
New EPF Wage Ceiling ₹25,000 Effective 17 Sept 2026 – Who Must Contribute Extra & How to Adjust
The new EPF wage ceiling of ₹25,000 — effective 17 September 2026 — is India’s most consequential labour law reform since 2014, and it demands immediate action from every employer, HR manager, and payroll team across the country. Whether you run a manufacturing plant in Rajasthan, a tech startup in Bengaluru, or a multinational subsidiary … Continue reading “New EPF Wage Ceiling ₹25,000 Effective 17 Sept 2026 – Who Must Contribute Extra & How to Adjust”
What to Do If You Missed CCFS-2026 Deadline – Full Additional Fee Calculator & Options from Oct 2026
If your company missed the CCFS-2026 deadline (Companies Fresh Start Scheme 2026), you are not alone — and you still have structured legal options available from October 2026 onwards. The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) launched CCFS-2026 as a one-time amnesty window allowing defaulting companies to file overdue ROC documents and clear pending compliance filings … Continue reading “What to Do If You Missed CCFS-2026 Deadline – Full Additional Fee Calculator & Options from Oct 2026”
MGT-7 & MGT-7A Due Date for FY 2025-26 – Exact Calculation After AGM (Post CCFS Closure)
If your company has already concluded its Annual General Meeting for FY 2025-26, the clock is ticking loudly. The MGT-7 due date FY 2025-26 is not a fixed calendar date — it is directly calculated from your AGM date, and most companies get this wrong, triggering expensive penalties. Whether you run a private limited company … Continue reading “MGT-7 & MGT-7A Due Date for FY 2025-26 – Exact Calculation After AGM (Post CCFS Closure)”
Cost of Maintaining a Dormant Company vs Active Company in First Year 2026
If you registered a company in India but are not yet fully operational, understanding the cost of maintaining a dormant company vs an active company in 2026 is one of the most important financial decisions you will make this year. Whether you are a startup founder in Jaipur, Rajasthan, an NRI planning to enter the … Continue reading “Cost of Maintaining a Dormant Company vs Active Company in First Year 2026”