Environment Ministry Revised White Category Industries under the Air and Water Acts
by Mahek Sancheti on 2025-10-27
The Ministry released two new rules under the Air and Water Acts. These rules include a fresh list of White Category industries.
CDSCO Circular for Online Pharmacies on GST Cuts for Medicines and Devices
by Mahek Sancheti on 2025-10-27
The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has revised the Goods and Services Tax (GST) rates for medicines, pharmaceuticals, and medical devices. The new GST structure came into effect on 22 September, which aims to lower the price of essential medicines and equipment.
What Indian Wholesalers & Retailers Should Know About Exporting FDA-Regulated Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices to the U.S.
by Parul Bohral on 2025-10-27
India is a significant exporter of pharmaceuticals and medical devices worldwide, with the U.S. being a crucial marketplace. For wholesalers and retailers, exporting to the U.S. can be profitable, but it requires strict adherence to FDA regulations.
Inland Vessels Rules 2025: India's New Law for Autonomous and Smart Water Transport
by Mahek Sancheti on 2025-10-23
The Rules 2025 are draft regulations issued by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways (MoPSW) under the Act. They aim to govern "special category vessels" in inland waters.
CDSCO Issues Circular on Recent Changes to GST Rate Structure for Zonal Offices
by Parul Bohral on 2025-10-23
The Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) has recently issued a circular to all its Zonal and Sub-Zonal Offices. It concerns the implementation of the revised GST rate structure for medicines, medical devices, and related healthcare products.
CDSCO Circular to States and UTs on Revised GST Rate Structure for Medicines and Medical Devices
by Mahek Sancheti on 2025-10-22
The circular has been issued so that all the States and Union Territories can participate in the 100-day GST awareness campaign launched by the Indian government.