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11 Apr, 2026
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The Taxation Laws (Amendment) Act, 2025 introduces tax changes linked to online gaming, pension contributions, and search and seizure mechanisms.
On August 18, 2025, the President of India gave assent to the Indian Ports Act, 2025, replacing the colonial-era 1908 Act. This legislation modernizes port governance, aiming to establish integrated and efficient co-operative federalism in the maritime sector.
On August 22, 2025, the President of India gave assent to the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act, 2025. This legislation aims to protect players from financial ruin and addiction while fostering a safe, constructive digital ecosystem.
The Health Security & National Security Cess Act, 2025 imposes a new cess to fund National Security and Public Health, initially targeting Pan Masala. The proceeds are credited to the Consolidated Fund of India to support critical national priorities.
The Income Tax Act, 2025 replaces the Income-tax Act, 1961, modernizing India’s direct tax framework for the digital economy. It received Presidential assent on 21 August 2025 and will come into force from 1 April 2026.
The Act follows the “SIMPLE” framework — Streamlined, Integrated, Minimized Litigation, Practical, Learn & Adapt, Efficient.
Sabka Bima Sabki Raksha (Amendment of Insurance Laws) Act, 2025 On December 20, 2025, the President of India gave assent to the Sabka Bima Sabki Raksha Act, 2025, amending the Insurance Act, 1938, LIC Act, 1956, and IRDAI Act, 1999. The Act addresses India’s low insurance penetration
Immigration and Foreigners Act, 2025 On 1st September 2025, the Immigration and Foreigners Act, 2025 came into effect. The Act replaces four older laws: the Passport (Entry into India) Act, 1920; Registration of Foreigners Act, 1939; Foreigners Act, 1946; and Immigration (Carriers’ Li
The National Sports Governance Act, 2025 Enacted in late 2025, the National Sports Governance Act provides a comprehensive statutory framework for regulating India’s sports bodies. It replaces earlier ad-hoc guidelines with a formal legal regime aimed at professionalizing sports admin
National Anti-Doping (Amendment) Act, 2025 The National Anti-Doping (Amendment) Act, 2025 was enacted to ensure India’s anti-doping regime fully complies with the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) standards. It amends the 2022 Act to ensure a transparent, independent, and globally compl
Disaster Management (Amendment) Act, 2025 The Disaster Management (Amendment) Act, 2025 modernizes India’s framework to address rapid urbanization and technological shifts. It introduces a stronger institutional framework to establish Urban Disaster Management Authorities (UDMAs) in s
Bills of Lading Act, 2025 On July 24, 2025, the President gave assent to the Bills of Lading Act, 2025, replacing the colonial-era 1856 law. The Act aims to modernize the legal framework for maritime documents, aligning India with global international trade standards. Key P
Acts to Modernize India’s Maritime Sector In August 2025, the President of India gave assent to three landmark Acts to overhaul colonial-era regulations and modernize the maritime legal framework. Act Key Features Carriage of Goods by Sea Act, 2025
The Banking Laws (Amendment) Act, 2025 The Banking Laws (Amendment) Act, 2025 introduces reforms in banking operations, nomination rules, cooperative bank tenure, reporting standards, and investor education mechanisms. Key Provision Details Substantial Inter
The Central Excise (Amendment) Act, 2025 The Central Excise (Amendment) Act, 2025 significantly increases excise duties on cigarettes, chewing tobacco, and smoking mixtures. It creates a new structure to maintain revenue once GST compensation cess expires in 2026. Key Provi
The debate on introducing term limits for the office of the Prime Minister has recently gained attention in India. This discussion has resurfaced due to concerns over the prolonged tenure of elected leaders and the possible concentration of political power in a single individual or party leaders
India has achieved a major milestone in its nuclear energy programme as the indigenously built Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor (PFBR) at Kalpakkam, Tamil Nadu, has attained criticality. What is Criticality? Criticality refers to the state of a nuclear reactor when it achieves a self-s
Freedom of Religion and Right to Privacy Interlinked: Supreme Court In October 2025, the Supreme Court delivered a landmark ruling while hearing challenges to the UP Anti-Conversion Law, asserting that the right to choose a religion is a purely personal choice beyond State regulation.
Aadhaar Authentication for Good Governance Amendment Rules, 2025 On January 31, 2025, the Ministry of Electronics and IT (MeitY) notified the Aadhaar Authentication for Good Governance Amendment Rules, 2025. These rules update the 2020 framework to broaden the scope and efficiency of Aadhaa
SITAA: Securing India’s Digital Identity On October 16, 2025, UIDAI launched the Scheme for Innovation and Technology Association with Aadhaar (SITAA) to co-develop next-generation authentication technologies with startups, academia, and industry experts. Aspect D
SC on Minimum Vote Threshold for Unopposed Candidates On April 24, 2025, the Supreme Court examined the democratic validity of declaring sole candidates elected unopposed without public voting. The case centers on whether such “default” wins undermine voter rights.
SHANTI Act, 2025 On December 20, 2025, the President of India gave assent to the Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement of Nuclear Energy for Transforming India (SHANTI) Act, 2025. This landmark legislation replaces the Atomic Energy Act, 1962, and the Civil Liability for Nuclear Damage Act
The Viksit Bharat - G RAM G Act, 2025 On 20th December 2025, the President of India gave assent to the Viksit Bharat - Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB - G RAM G) Bill, 2025. It seeks to replace the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act, 2005 (MGNREGA)
Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2025 On August 19, 2025, the President of India gave assent to the MMDR Amendment Act, 2025, modernizing the 1957 framework. It aims to secure supply chains for critical and strategic minerals essential for India’s green e
UN Ocean Conference 2025 The 3rd UN Ocean Conference 2025 was held in Nice, France, from 9–13 June 2025. The conference was co-hosted by France and Costa Rica and focused on strengthening global action for ocean protection and sustainable marine governance. Key Details
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