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GST Annual Return GSTR-9 Due Date: December 31, 2026 for FY 2026-27
GSTN has notified December 31, 2026 as the due date for filing Annual GST Return (GSTR-9) and GST Reconciliation Statement (GSTR-9C) for Financial Year 2026-27. Businesses with turnover below ₹2 crore are exempt.
New TDS Rates Effective from July 2026 — Section 194C, 194J, 194H Changes
CBDT has notified revised TDS rates applicable from the current financial year. Changes in sections 194C (contractors), 194J (professionals), and 194H (commission) affect businesses and require immediate compliance update.
EPFO Launches Centralised Pension Processing — Higher Pension Applications Now Online
EPFO has launched a centralised online system for processing higher pension applications under EPS-95. Eligible employees and pensioners can now apply online without visiting EPFO offices.
ESIC Wage Ceiling Hike Proposed — Coverage May Extend to ₹25,000/Month Workers
The government is considering raising the ESIC wage ceiling from ₹21,000 to ₹25,000 per month, which would extend ESI benefits to an additional 2 crore workers across organized sector.
FSSAI Mandates Front-of-Pack Labelling for Packaged Food — Effective from July 2027
FSSAI has issued final regulations requiring Front-of-Pack (FoP) nutrition labelling for all packaged food products. Manufacturers must display sugar, salt, and saturated fat levels prominently on packaging.
DPIIT Recognises 2,000+ Startups in July 2026 — Total Count Crosses 1.5 Lakh Mark
The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) has recognised over 2,000 new startups in July 2026, with total recognised startups crossing the 1.5 lakh milestone. New recognition comes with enhanced benefits.
Companies Act Amendment 2026: Small Company Threshold Increased to ₹4 Crore Paid-Up Capital
The Ministry of Corporate Affairs has notified amendments to the definition of "Small Company" under the Companies Act 2013, increasing paid-up capital threshold to ₹4 crore and turnover threshold to ₹40 crore, reducing compliance burden.
PM Mudra Yojana: Credit Limit Enhanced to ₹20 Lakh — Micro Businesses Benefit
The government has enhanced the maximum credit limit under PM Mudra Yojana from ₹10 lakh to ₹20 lakh for Tarun Plus category. This benefits micro enterprises in manufacturing, trading, and services sectors.
E-Invoicing Threshold Reduced to ₹5 Crore Annual Turnover — Mandatory from July 2026
The government has mandated e-invoicing for all businesses with aggregate annual turnover exceeding ₹5 crore. All B2B invoices must now be reported to the Invoice Registration Portal before issuance.
CBDT Extends ITR Filing Deadline — Income Tax Return Due Date Updated for AY 2027-28
The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has announced an extension in the Income Tax Return filing deadline for certain categories of taxpayers for Assessment Year 2027-28. Check your applicable due date.
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ESIC Wage Ceiling Hike Proposed — Coverage May Extend to ₹25,000/Month Workers
FSSAI Mandates Front-of-Pack Labelling for Packaged Food — Effective from July 2027
E-Invoicing Threshold Reduced to ₹5 Crore Annual Turnover — Mandatory from July 2026
CBDT Extends ITR Filing Deadline — Income Tax Return Due Date Updated for AY 2027-28
ESIC Wage Ceiling Hike Proposed — Coverage May Extend to ₹25,000/Month Workers
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