Rules

While these green norms set by the panchayat were only applicable to wedding feasts, the rules were later extended to almost all events that see over 100 guests in attendance.

The Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS) - in an attempt to resolve all confusion and ambiguity - issued a list of 10 documents that can be considered as proof of identity to gain entry to airport terminals and check-in purposes.

The government informed the Parliament this week that Aadhaar or PAN card among a host of documents could be used to establish proof of birth.

Customers now will not suffer any loss if unauthorised electronic banking transactions are reported within three working days

The move is expected to keep a check on tax evasion using multiple PAN cards.

The Ministry of External Affairs has announced various modifications to the passport rules, aimed at easing the process of issue of passport. Many new rules for various sections of society have also been announced. Rakesh Dubbudu from Factly takes a closer look.

Proving that a sense of humour is the best way to combat tough times, comedian and actor Vir Das has published a post on Facebook with his own set of rib-tickling 'do's and don't's' about the bank processes pertaining to demonetisation.

The Scheduled Castes (SCs) and the Scheduled Tribes (STs) Prevention of Atrocities (PoA) Act, 1989 was amended recently to include new offences and to ensure speedy justice to victims.