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ICAI may pause global network guidelines to address stakeholder concernsThe Institute of Chartered Accountants of India may pause its global networking guidelines. This decision comes after significant concerns ...
Nigeria to investigate tech firms over news content useNigeria's President Bola Tinubu has ordered a probe into major technology companies. The competition regulator will investigate alleged ant...
EU tells France to amend social media ban lawThe EU on Monday ruled that a French draft law to ban social media for under-15s would infringe the bloc's rules if approved in its current...
New AI law may focus on graded, risk-based regulations: OfficialsThis may result in minimal regulation for low-risk AI such as chatbots, productivity tools, recommendation systems, while ensuring stricter...
Germany sick leave policy: 'We are scrapping sick leave by phone,' says Chancellor Friedrich Merz; doctor's note required from day one of illness. Here's what we knowGermany sick leave policy: Germany has announced it would tighten sick leave rules, requiring doctor's certificates from day one of absence...
Red Bull, Sting, etc. not recognised as 'energy drinks', says food regulator FSSAI as it issues notices over misleading claimsIndia's food regulator, FSSAI, has issued notices to several beverage brands for misbranding and misleading claims about their "energy drin...
HCL Tech announces $1.14 billion AI partnership with European firmSources familiar with the matter told ET that the client is Mercedes-Benz, with HCLTech beating out Infosys, which was the incumbent vendor...
Maharashtra to ban sale of 'Sting' energy drink within 500 metres of schools: Minister ZirwalMaharashtra has banned the sale of 'Sting' energy drink and similar intoxicating substances within 500 meters of schools. This decision fol...
New EPFO rules mandate 3-day PF settlements, simplify withdrawalsGovernment revamps EPFO rules, mandating PF claim settlements within three days and imposing a 12% penal interest on officials for delays. ...
Tax department steps up scrutiny of charitable trusts over disclosure mismatchesThe Income Tax Department is intensifying its review of charitable trusts and non-profits, demanding detailed fund utilisation and governan...
New Zealand may implement stricter immigration rules for IndiansNew Zealand is reportedly set to implement stricter immigration rules specifically targeting Indian nationals, a move that could strain dip...
EPF Scheme 2026 replaces EPF Scheme 1952: Have EPF interest rate, contribution and wage ceiling changed?EPF Scheme 2026: The Employees' Provident Funds Scheme, 2026, has replaced the 1952 version, bringing the EPF under the new Social Security...
US proposes EB-5 programme changes with tighter oversight, higher investment thresholdUS Homeland Security is proposing stricter rules for the EB-5 investor visa program, aiming to boost oversight and integrity. The plan incl...
EU top court to rule on record 4.1 bn euro Google fineThe EU's top court will decide Thursday whether to uphold a record 4.1 billion euro ($4.7 billion) fine the bloc slapped on Google for anti...
Delhi notifies permanent Winter Pollution Master Plan; year-round PUC rule among key measuresDelhi has unveiled a permanent Winter Pollution Master Plan, effective annually from November 1 to February 28. This comprehensive strategy...
China imposes 'national security' rules on overseas investmentsChina is intensifying its scrutiny of investments overseas with broad "national security" regulations taking effect from Wednesday, at a ti...
Japan visa rules push out foreign residentsJapan's tightening visa rules are threatening the livelihoods of foreign entrepreneurs, including Nepalese restaurant owner Budhathoki Samj...