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.
Revised GST Rate Structure for Chemists and Druggists
by Parul Bohral on 2025-10-21
The government recently updated the GST rate structure for chemists and druggists. These revisions directly affect how GST applies to various medicines, healthcare products, and related services.
Next-Gen GST Reforms: A Key Initiative for Pharma, MedTech and Cosmetics Industry Associations
by Mahek Sancheti on 2025-10-17
Under the Next-Gen GST Reforms, the Government of India has reduced the GST rate from 12% to 5% on key healthcare products, and in some cases, completely removed it (NIL rate).
Separate Provision for Subsequent Importer in the CDSCO Online System
by Parul Bohral on 2025-10-16
The Central Drugs Standards Control Organization (CDSCO) has been transforming the regulatory framework for medical devices in India.