Regulatory momentum continued through June 2026, bringing important compliance updates for businesses. Around 49 notifications, amendments, draft rules & circulars have been triggered from Central & State authorities in June alone.
These regulatory shifts span healthcare, manufacturing, environmental management, transport, food safety & labour compliance, making it critical for businesses to stay ahead of every change.
In this edition, we've summarised the most relevant developments to help your teams quickly review the changes & assess their applicability.
Regulatory Updates from Central & State Governments of India
1. Central Electricity Authority (Technical Standards for Construction of Electrical Plants and Electric Lines) Amendment
Reference: F. No. CEA-TH-17/1/2021-TETD Division: Released/updated: June 23, 2026
This amendment revises technical standards for electrical plants and transmission infrastructure to improve safety, reliability, & construction compliance. (Official Notification Document: CG-DL-E-27062026-273858)
2. Draft Drugs (Amendment) Rules, 2026
Reference: G.S.R. 505(E): Released/updated: June 22, 2026
The Union Ministry of Health & Family Welfare amends shelf-life requirements to a minimum of 12 months for drugs that have been imported, while retaining the 60% residual shelf-life requirement for radiopharmaceuticals & biological products. (Official Notification Document: CG-DL-E-25062026-273833)
3. Updated List of Laboratories for In-Vitro Diagnostic Medical Devices
CDSCO Notification: Released/updated: June 29, 2026
This update designates & expands the official list of laboratories authorized to evaluate performance parameters for in-vitro diagnostic devices. (Official Notification Document: CDSCO updated list of Laboratories)
4. Temporary Suspension of Linear Alkyl Benzene Quality Control Order
S.O. 3456(E) Notification: Released/updated: June 29, 2026
This notification temporarily halts mandatory BIS (Bureau of Indian Standards) certification requirements for Linear Alkyl Benzene to stabilize global supply chain shortages. (Official Notification Document: CG-DL-E-09072026-274328)
5. Compounding of Offences under Section 53A of the Indian Ports Act, 2025
S.O. 3445(E) Notification: Released/updated: 25th Jun 2026
This official notification from the Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways specifies the procedural requirements, payment forms, & processing fees for settling minor maritime violations out of court. This will be effective from July 2026. (Official Notification Document: CG-DL-E-29062026-273899)
6. Draft Inland Vessels (Special Category Vessels – Classification and Standards) Rules, 2026
G.S.R. 507(E) Notification: Released/updated: 25th Jun 2026
This draft notification from the Ministry of Commerce & Industry establishes specialized frameworks for construction, classification, design, & equipment safety for high-risk or unique non-standard inland water transport vessels. (Official Notification Document: CG-DL-E-25062026-273832)
7. Drugs (Prices Control) Amendment Order, 2026
S.O. 3516(E) Notification: Released/updated: 25th Jun 2026
This order revises price ceiling calculation matrices & enforcement frameworks to ensure essential scheduled medicines remain affordable across retail pharmacies. (Official Notification Document: CG-DL-E-29062026-273911)
8. Draft Greenhouse Gases Emission Intensity Target (Amendment) Rules
G.S.R. 517(E) Notification: Released/updated: 26th Jun 2026
This draft amendment framework expands the Carbon Credit Trading Scheme, setting greenhouse gas emission intensity targets across four new industrial sectors. (Official Notification Document: CG-DL-E-02072026-274012)
9. Natural Gas (Supply Regulation) (Amendment) Order, 2026
S.O. 3647(E)Notification: Released/updated: 4th Jul 2026
This amendment officially rolls back the emergency natural gas controls and allocation rules previously implemented to handle international shipping disruptions. ( Official Notification Document: CG-DL-E-02072026-274005)
10. Legal Metrology (General) Fourth Amendment Rules, 2026
G.S.R. 568(E) Notification: Released/updated: 29th Jun, 2026
This amendment introduces revisions to legal metrology requirements covering measurement, packaging, and labelling standards for regulated products. (Official Notification Document: CG-DL-E-14072026-274488)
11. Fertiliser (Inorganic, Organic or Mixed) (Control) Seventh Amendment Order, 2026
S.O. 3482(E) Notification: Released/updated: 29th Jun, 2026
This notification updates quality control and regulatory provisions governing the manufacture, distribution, & sale of fertilisers. (Official Notification Document: CG-DL-E-03072026-274068)
12. Drugs (Eighth Amendment) Rules, 2026
G.S.R. 530(E) Notification: Released/updated: 30th Jun, 2026
This introduces additional amendments to pharmaceutical regulations covering licensing, manufacturing, and regulatory compliance requirements. (Official Notification Document: CG-DL-E-02072026-274000)
13. Static and Mobile Pressure Vessels (Unfired) (Amendment) Rules, 2026
G.S.R. 448(E) Notification: Released/updated: 5th Jun 2026
This revises technical and safety requirements governing unfired static and mobile pressure vessels used across industries. (Official Notification Document: CG-DL-E-05062026-273192)
14. Gas Cylinders (Second Amendment) Rules, 2026
G.S.R. 447(E) Notification: Released/updated: 5th Jun 2026
This amendment relaxes compliance by extending the mandatory hydrotesting retesting intervals for industrial and medical gas cylinders from 5 to 10 years. (Official Notification Document: CG-DL-E-05062026-273191)
15. Drugs (Fourth Amendment) Rules, 2026
G.S.R. 444(E) Notification: Released/updated: 5th Jun 2026
This amendment introduces regulatory changes to improve pharmaceutical quality, licensing procedures, and compliance under the Drugs Rules. (Official Notification Document: CG-DL-E-05062026-273185)
16. Coal Exchange Rules, 2026
G.S.R. 442(E) Notification: Released/updated: 4th Jun 2026
This establishes the regulatory framework for coal exchanges to improve transparency and efficiency in coal trading. (Official Notification Document: CG-DL-E-08062026-273248)
17. Draft Amendment under the Ecomark Rules, 2024
G.S.R. 452(E) Notification: Released/updated: 8th Jun 2026
This proposes revised product-wise eligibility criteria for granting the Ecomark certification to environmentally friendly products. (Official Notification Document: CG-CG-E-12062026-273397)
18. Mineral Conservation and Development (Amendment) Rules, 2026
G.S.R. 449(E) Notification: Released/updated: 5th Jun, 2026
This notification updates mining regulations to strengthen mineral conservation, reporting requirements, & sustainable resource management practices. (Official Notification Document: CG-DL-E-08062026-273236)
19. Advisory on Standard Operating Procedure for Edible Oils & Fats
I-10/11/2024-W&M (E-35106) Notification: Released/updated: 5th Jun, 2026
This revises procedures for determining net quantity and standard pack sizes of edible oils and fats under Legal Metrology. (Official Notification Document: I-10/11/2024-W&M (E-35106)
20. TRAI Rating Manual 2026 for Digital Connectivity
Press Release No. 73/2026: Notification: Released/updated:9th Jun 2026
This introduces an updated Rating Manual for assessing digital connectivity in properties under the Digital Connectivity Regulations, 2024. (Official Notification Document: TRAI Rating Manual 2026)
21. Multiple Notifications under the Bureau of Indian Standards Rules, 2018
HQ-PUB013/1/2020-PUB-BIS (1546): Notification: Released/updated: 3rd Jun 2026
The BIS notified amendments and updates to various Indian Standards applicable across multiple manufacturing and industrial sectors. (Official Notification Document: CG-DL-E-30052026-272990)
22. Amendments to Indian Standards under BIS Rules, 2018
HQ-PUB015/1/2020-PUB-BIS (1551): Notification: Released/updated: 9th Jun, 2026
This notifies amendments to existing Indian Standards, requiring affected manufacturers to review applicable product specifications. (Official Notification Document: CG-BR-E-16062026-273511)
23. Rescission of Cotton Bales (Quality Control) Order, 2023
S.O. 2956(E): Notification: Released/updated: 9th Jun, 2026
This order withdraws the Cotton Bales Quality Control Order, removing mandatory quality control requirements previously applicable to the sector. (Official Notification Document: CG-DL-E-17062026-273522)
24. Notice for Recyclers and Producers under Hazardous Waste Rules
F. No. CP-21/49/2023-WM-II-HO-CPCB-HO-Part(1): Released/updated: 2nd Jun 2026
This clarifies compliance responsibilities for recyclers and producers under the Hazardous and Other Wastes Management Rules. (Official Notification Document: Central Pollution Control Board Official Portal)
25. Draft Gas Cylinders (Third Amendment) Rules, 2026
G.S.R. 461(E) Notification: Released/updated: 10th Jun, 2026
This proposes amendments to gas cylinder safety, handling, inspection, and operational requirements across industrial applications. (Official Notification Document: CG-DL-E-10062026-273313)
26. Gas Cylinders (Third Amendment) Rules, 2026
G.S.R. 461(E) Notification: Released/updated: 10th Jun, 2026
This introduces amendments strengthening regulatory and safety requirements for gas cylinders used in manufacturing and commercial operations. (Official Notification Document: CG-DL-E-10062026-273313)
27. CDSCO Circular on Hair Colour Cosmetics Compliance
File No. COS-13011/4/2026-e-office: Released/updated: 10th Jun, 2026
This mandates compliance submissions for imported and manufactured hair colour cosmetics under the Cosmetics Rules, 2020 and BIS standards. (Official Notification Document: File No. COS-13011/4/2026-e-office)
28. Motor Spirit and High-Speed Diesel Supply Order, 2026
G.S.R. 474(E) Notification: Released/updated: 11th Jun, 2026
This order introduces temporary regulatory measures governing the supply of petrol and diesel through authorised retail outlets. (Official Notification Document: G.S.R. 474(E) Notification)
29. Revised Standards for Telecommunication Equipment
S.O. 3031(E) Notification: Released/updated: 12th Jun 2026
This notifies revised standards for telecommunication equipment under the Telecommunications Act, 2023, enhancing equipment compliance requirements. (Official Notification Document: CG-DL-E-12062026-273413)
30. Multiple Notifications under BIS Rules, 2018
HQ-PUB013/1/2020-PUB-BIS (1552) Notification: Released/updated: 12th Jun 2026
This issues additional amendments and notifications affecting Indian Standards across diverse products and manufacturing industries. (Official Notification Document: CG-DL-E-12062026-273390)
31. Central Motor Vehicles (Ninth Amendment) Rules, 2026
G.S.R. 458(E) Notification: Released/updated: 9th Jun, 2026
It introduces amendments to motor vehicle regulations covering technical, operational, and safety compliance requirements. (Official Notification Document: CG-DL-E-13062026-273415)
32. Draft Insecticides (Amendment) Rules, 2026
G.S.R. 453(E) Notification: Released/updated: 9th Jun, 2026
It proposes amendments to insecticide regulations to strengthen registration, safety standards, and regulatory oversight. (Official Notification Document: CG-DL-E-12062026-273399)
33. Control Order to Prevent Diesel Black Marketing and Hoarding
PIB Release ID: 2272080: Notification: Released/updated: 12th Jun 2026
Government notified measures to prevent black marketing and hoarding of diesel, ensuring uninterrupted fuel availability. (Official Notification Document: PIB Release ID: 2272080)
34. CAQM Reviews Air Pollution Enforcement in Delhi-NCR
PIB Release ID: 2272556: Notification: Released/updated: 13th Jun, 2026
CAQM reviewed enforcement measures across major sectors to strengthen pollution control and improve air quality in Delhi-NCR. (Official Notification Document: PIB Release ID: 2272556)
35. Multiple Amendment Notifications under BIS Rules, 2018
HQ-PUB013/1/2020-PUB-BIS (1548): Notification: Released/updated: 10th Jun, 2026
BIS introduced multiple amendments to Indian Standards, requiring industries to review updated technical compliance requirements. (Official Notification Document: BIS Website)
36. Footwear Quality Control (Amendment) Order, 2026
S.O. 3037(E): Notification: Released/updated: 12th Jun, 2026
This amendment updates quality control requirements for footwear made from rubber and polymeric materials to enhance product standardisation. (Official Notification: CG-MH-E-12062026-273416)
37. Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Act, 2026 – Coal Bearing Areas Act
S.O. 3245(E): Notification: Released/updated: 19th Jun, 2026
This notifies the commencement of provisions under the Jan Vishwas Act relating to the Coal Bearing Areas (Acquisition and Development) Act, 1957. (Official Notification: CG-DL-E-20062026-273669)
38. Jan Vishwas Act – Indian Ports Act Implementation
S.O. 3270(E) Notification: Released/updated: 22nd Jun, 2026
This notification appoints 1 July 2026 as the effective date for implementing Jan Vishwas Act provisions relating to the Indian Ports Act, 2025. (Official Notification: S.O. 3270(E))
39. CDSCO Circular on Post Approval Changes for Vaccines and Anti-sera
F.No. VAC-11014(17)/4/2026-eoffice: Released/updated: 24th Jun, 2026
This mandates submission of post-approval change applications for vaccines and antisera through the SUGAM online portal. (Official Notification: F. No. VAC-11014(17)/4/2026-eoffice)
40. CDSCO Circular on Regulation of Formulation Intermediates
F.No. ND-11012(17)/1/2026-eoffice: Released/updated: 24th Jun 2026
This circular clarifies regulatory requirements for formulation intermediates, including modified-release granules, pellets, and directly compressible granules. (Official Notification Document: F. No. ND-11012(17)/1/2026-eoffice)
41. Food Safety and Standards (Licensing and Registration of Food Businesses) Second Amendment Regulations, 2026
F. No. REG-11013/1/2026-Regulation-FSSAI: Released/updated: 24th Jun 2026
This updates licensing and registration requirements for food businesses to strengthen regulatory compliance and food safety oversight. (Official Notification Document: PIB India)
42. DoT Online Portal for Service Authorisations and Licence Migration
PIB Release ID: 2277786: Released/updated: 25th Jun, 2026
The Department of Telecommunications launched an online portal for telecom service authorisations and licence migration under the Telecommunications Act, 2023. (Official Notification Document: PIB Release ID: 2277786)
43. Mandatory GST e-Invoice Upload on Battery Waste EPR Portal
File No. CP-27/21/2022-WM-I-HO-CPCB-HO-Part(2): Released/updated: 19th Jun, 2026
This requires GST e-Invoice uploads for generating EPR certificates, improving traceability and compliance under Battery Waste Management Rules, 2022. (Official Notification Document: CPCB Waste Management Division Hub)
44. Rajasthan: Wastewater Guidelines for Textile Industries
No. F.05 (Gen-83)RPCB/Textile/832-849: Released/updated: 22nd Jun, 2026
This introduces guidelines for estimating wastewater generation and production in textile clusters across Pali, Balotra, Jodhpur, & Jaipur. (Official Notification Document: No. F.05 (Gen-83)RPCB/Textile/832-849)
45. Manipur Draft Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Rules, 2026
No. LAB-104/2/2021-LAB and EM-LAB&EMPL: Released/updated: 19th Jun, 2026
This releases draft rules outlining occupational safety, health, and workplace compliance requirements under the state's labour code framework. (Official Notification Document: No. LAB-104/2/2021-LAB and EM-LAB&EMPL)
46. Manipur Draft Industrial Relations Rules, 2026
No. LAB-104/2/2021-LAB and EM-LAB&EMPL: Released/updated: 19th Jun, 2026
This proposes state-specific Industrial Relations Rules covering employment relations, dispute resolution, and employer compliance obligations. (Official Notification Document: LAB-104/2/2021-LAB and EM-LAB&EMPL)
47. Manipur Draft Social Security Rules, 2026
No. LAB-104/2/2021-LAB and EM-LAB&EMPL: Released/updated: 19th Jun, 2026
This invites stakeholder feedback on draft Social Security Rules governing employee welfare and statutory social security benefits. (Official Notification Document: No. LAB-104/2/2021-LAB and EM-LAB&EMPL)
48. Manipur Draft Factories (Amendment) Rules, 2025
No. F-255/TC&I/2025: Released/updated: 13th Jun, 2025
This proposes amendments to factory regulations covering workplace safety, operational standards, and compliance requirements within the state. (Official Notification Document: No. F-255/TC&I/2025)
49. Kerala PCB Circular on Distance Criteria for Furniture & Carpentry Units
KSPCB/926/2026-SEE-1: Released/updated: 24th Jun, 2026
This clarifies distance norms applicable to furniture and carpentry units operating machinery similar to plywood manufacturing facilities. (Official Notification Document: KSPCB/926/2026-SEE-1)
Conclusion
Staying informed about regulatory developments helps businesses reduce compliance risks, improve operational readiness, & respond proactively to changing legal requirements. We hope the June 2026 compliance bulletin provides a useful snapshot of the key updates that may impact your organisation
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