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RBI Grants CRR & SLR Exemption on Fresh FCNR(B) Deposits: Five June 2026 Notifications Explained
The RBI has issued five Amendment Directions dated June 8, 2026 granting CRR and SLR exemptions on fresh US Dollar FCNR(B) deposits of 3–5 year tenor mobilised between June 8 and September 30, 2026. The measure aims to attract NRI deposits, strengthen forex reserves, and support rupee stability.
10 June 202625 min
Monetary Policy Statement, 2026-27 Resolution of the Monetary Policy Committee June 3 to 5, 2026
MandatoryRBI Holds Repo Rate at 5.25% in June 2026, Retains Neutral Stance Amid Inflation Risks
RBI held the repo rate at 5.25% in June 2026 and retained a neutral stance amid rising inflation risks, West Asia conflict uncertainty, and monsoon concerns.
Monetary Policy Statement, 2026-27 Resolution of the Monetary Policy Committee June 3 to 5, 2026
8 June 2026Eff. 5 June 202618 min
MCA Gazette Notification G.S.R. 432(E) dated June 1, 2026
Companies (Registered Valuers and Valuation) Amendment Rules, 2026 G.S.R. 432(E) | Dated: June 1, 2026
MCA amends Rule 12(1)(i) of the Companies (Registered Valuers and Valuation) Rules, 2017 via G.S.R. 432(E) dated June 1, 2026 — mandating a minimum paid-up share capital of ₹25 lakh for Registered Valuers Organisations (RVOs). Existing non-compliant RVOs get transition time until March 31, 2028.
MCA Gazette Notification G.S.R. 432(E) dated June 1, 2026
6 June 2026Eff. 3 June 202620 min
Securities and Exchange Board of India (Buy-back of Securities) Regulations, 2018
Buy-back of Shares under Companies Act, 2013 and SEBI Buy-back Regulations, 2018
Detailed guide on buy-back of shares under Companies Act, 2013 and SEBI Buy-back Regulations, covering limits, approvals, tender offer, forms, CRR, penalties, restrictions and latest SEBI updates.
Securities and Exchange Board of India (Buy-back of Securities) Regulations, 2018
3 June 202629 min
SEBI Circular SEBI/HO/OIAE/OIAE_IAD-3/P/CIR/2026/12676
MandatorySEBI Modified Nomination Norms 2026 – Demat Accounts & Mutual Fund Folios | Mandatory Nomination, No Witness Required, Effective September 1, 2026
SEBI circular dated May 29, 2026 revamps nomination norms for demat accounts and MF folios w.e.f. September 1, 2026. Nomination mandatory for new single accounts. Witness requirement removed. Up to 3 nominees allowed. 18 prior circulars superseded.
SEBI Circular SEBI/HO/OIAE/OIAE_IAD-3/P/CIR/2026/12676
30 May 2026Eff. 1 September 202621 min
MCA Gazette Notifications G.S.R. 415(E) and G.S.R. 416(E)
MandatoryMCA Allows CSR Spending through Zero Coupon Zero Principal Instruments on Social Stock Exchange
MCA allows CSR spending through Zero Coupon Zero Principal instruments on Social Stock Exchange, subject to 10% CSR cap, project tenure limits, Schedule VII recognition and SEBI-linked compliance.
MCA Gazette Notifications G.S.R. 415(E) and G.S.R. 416(E)
29 May 2026Eff. 27 May 202616 min
RBI issues final Amendment Directions on Cooling-off Period for Directors of Co-operative Banks
MandatoryRBI Mandates 3-Year Cooling-off Period for Co-operative Bank Directors After 10-Year Tenure – UCB & RCB Amendment Directions 2026
RBI issues Amendment Directions on May 25, 2026 mandating a 3-year cooling-off period for directors of UCBs, StCBs and CCBs after completing 10 years of continuous tenure. Brief resignations under 3 years are ignored for tenure calculation — loophole officially closed.
RBI issues final Amendment Directions on Cooling-off Period for Directors of Co-operative Banks
28 May 2026Eff. 25 May 202619 min
Consultation Paper on Ease of Doing Business - Framework for strike prices of options contracts.
SEBI Stock Broker Regulations 2026: Proposed Changes & Impact Analysis
SEBI’s May 2026 consultation paper proposes key changes to stock broker regulations, focusing on improved compliance, transparency, and ease of doing business. The proposals aim to strengthen investor protection and streamline regulatory requirements across market intermediaries.
Consultation Paper on Ease of Doing Business - Framework for strike prices of options contracts.
25 May 202625 min
MCA General Circular No. 02/2026 dated 19 June 2026 — DPT-3 extension to 31 July 2026 (data centre fire)
MandatoryForm DPT-3 Filing Guide for FY 2025–26 — Deadline, Process, Exemptions and Penalties
Complete filing guide for Form DPT-3 under Rule 16 and Rule 16A of Companies (Acceptance of Deposits) Rules, 2014. Covers applicability, director loans, inter-company transactions, MCA V3 filing steps, late fee slabs (2× to 12×), Section 76A penalties, and extended due date of 31 July 2026.
MCA General Circular No. 02/2026 dated 19 June 2026 — DPT-3 extension to 31 July 2026 (data centre fire)
25 May 2026Eff. 30 June 202631 min
Securities and Exchange Board of India (Stock Brokers) Regulations, 2026
MandatorySEBI (Stock Brokers) Regulations, 2026 – Key Changes, Requirements & Complete Guide
SEBI notified the Stock Brokers Regulations, 2026 replacing the 1992 framework. The new rules consolidate registration, compliance, governance, and operational requirements for stock brokers and clearing members, introducing stricter investor protection, risk management, and transparency standards.
Securities and Exchange Board of India (Stock Brokers) Regulations, 2026
24 May 2026Eff. 7 January 202645 minIndian Regulatory Authorities & Statutory Coverage
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What are the latest corporate law updates in India for 2026?
The latest corporate law updates cover statutory circulars and notifications issued across MCA (Companies Act 2013), SEBI (LODR & ICDR Regulations), RBI (Monetary & Banking directions), IBC/IBBI (Insolvency proceedings), CCI, and Labour Laws. Recent key updates include "GST TDS Registration for Scrap Dealers REG-07 from 1 November 2026: 'Others' Category Steps for Used Cooking Oil, Plastic, Tyre and E-Waste Dealers" published with practical compliance analysis.
Where can professionals find MCA circulars and ROC notifications today?
The latest MCA update is "MCA21 V3 Login: Step-by-Step MCA V3 Portal Login, Registration & DSC Guide". How to log in to the MCA21 V3 portal at mca.gov.in: user ID rules, Registered vs Business User accounts, registration steps, DSC association, and fixes for the most common login and DSC errors. All MCA notifications and Companies Act compliance filings can be tracked at https://www.corplawupdates.in/category/mca.
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