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The Reserve Bank of India has issued a new set of directions for Regional Rural Banks concerning the Kisan Credit Card (KCC) Scheme. This framework is aimed at improving agricultural credit facilities and support for rural economies.
The Reserve Bank of India has released new directions for Rural Co-operative Banks regarding the Kisan Credit Card (KCC) Scheme, outlining credit purposes, tenure, limits, and general instructions. These directions aim to enhance support to farmers through improved banking services.
The collaboration between India and Brazil on the Traditional Knowledge Digital Library signifies a vital step in global biodiplomacy, impacting patent examination and user-country compliance.
The Karnataka High Court quashed a tax assessment order against a Primary Agricultural Co-operative Society, ruling that the assessment lacked the society's participation, violating due process.
The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India (IBBI) has introduced a fourth amendment to the insolvency regulations, enhancing the roles of creditors and imposing stricter controls over resolution costs.
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has issued a compounding order against Apollo Hospitals Enterprises Ltd. and five of its directors for violations of the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA). This move highlights the central bank's strict enforcement of compliance with foreign investment norms.
The Delhi High Court acquitted a man in a 1983 murder case, ruling that shouting 'Maro Sale Ko' does not imply intent to kill. This decision emphasizes the need for clear evidence of common intent in murder charges.
India and Brazil have initiated collaboration on the Traditional Knowledge Digital Library (TKDL), enhancing global biodiplomacy and patent examination related to biodiversity and traditional knowledge.
The Madras High Court has restrained construction of a church near a century-old temple, noting a pending civil suit and the need to maintain status quo until the resolution of the land dispute.
IRDAI has introduced draft regulations that emphasize due process and proportional penalties for enforcement actions in the insurance sector. The new rules aim to enhance procedural fairness.
IRDAI plans to replace the three-year licensing system for insurance surveyors and loss assessors with a perpetual registration model, contingent on annual fee payments. This draft amendment aims to simplify compliance regulations.
The Karnataka High Court has ruled that agricultural cooperatives may claim deductions under Section 80P, provided they prove lending credit facilities only to their members as an intermediary organization.
The Kerala High Court has dismissed a writ appeal concerning a penalty under Section 271D of the Income Tax Act, directing the taxpayer to pursue available statutory remedies instead. This reinforces the statutory framework for tax appeals.