Dear Reader,

Greetings!

We are pleased to present the third quarter (July–September 2026) edition of RegTracker, CIRC’s quarterly regulatory tracker, highlighting key regulatory and policy developments across the Energy, Transport & Logistics, Telecommunications, Infrastructure, and Petroleum & Natural Gas sectors.

In the Energy sector, the CEA notified the Cyber Security in Power Sector Regulations, 2026, strengthening cybersecurity requirements for power-sector infrastructure. Further, MNRE introduced data residency and inverter-level data disclosure requirements for rooftop solar under the PM Surya Ghar scheme, while CERC amended the Deviation Settlement Mechanism and proposed changes to the Indian Electricity Grid Code.

In Transport & Logistics, the Indian Ports Rules, 2026 introduced requirements for ship-generated waste management, port waste reception facilities, and compliance reporting. Additionally, the Merchant Shipping (Regulation of Entry of Ships into Coastal Waters) Rules, 2026 established insurance and certification requirements for vessels operating in India’s coastal waters.

In Telecommunications, the Department of Telecommunications notified the Telecommunications (Authorisation for Telecommunication Network) Rules, 2026, establishing a framework for network authorisations and data localisation. TRAI also introduced the Telecom Consumer Protection (Thirteenth Amendment) Regulations, 2026, mandating voice-and-SMS-only tariff vouchers with appropriate tariff reductions.

On the Infrastructure side, the National Medical Commission proposed amendments concerning the establishment of medical institutions and the registration and licensing of medical practitioners. Meanwhile, in the petroleum and natural gas sector, PNGRB notified the Databank and Information System Regulations, 2026, establishing a framework for sectoral data collection, processing, and reporting.

This edition of RegTracker provides concise insights into key regulatory developments and direct access to important notifications shaping India's evolving regulatory landscape.

Cheers!
Team CIRC