Year End Review 2025 of the Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs outlines key legislative achievements, parliamentary sessions, bills passed, reforms introduced and efforts to improve coordination and productivity in Parliament.
The Textile PLI Scheme application deadline has been extended to March 31, 2026, following strong response from MMF and technical textile firms.
The Central Government has notified the Health Security to National Security Cess Rules, 2026, prescribing registration, declaration, payment, audit, and compounding procedures. Rules to come into force from 1 February 2026.
DIPAM played a key role in strengthening public finances in 2025, with CPSE dividend receipts rising to Rs 74,017 crore, successful Mazagon Dock OFS disinvestment.
Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal said legally binding commitments under FTAs are crucial to expand global markets for Indian professional services at a Department of Commerce Chintan Shivir.
India and New Zealand have concluded negotiations on the Financial Services Annex of the FTA, strengthening cooperation in fintech, digital payments, banking, insurance and cross-border services.
Sixth Session of 18th Lok Sabha concludes with 111% productivity. 15 sittings, 8 bills passed, major debates on Vande Mataram and electoral reforms.
Parliament has enacted the Health Security se National Security Cess Act, 2025, introducing a machine-based cess on specified goods to fund national security and public health.
The Ministry of Civil Aviation issues strict directives to IndiGo to clear all pending refunds, cap airfares, and protect passengers amid operational disruptions. Full details on refunds, fare regulation and passenger support.
RBI's latest circular reduces penal interest on CRR and SLR shortfalls following a 25 bps cut in the Bank Rate to 5.50%. The revised rates now stand at 8.50% and 10.50%.