Big News: Telangana introduces a New Employees Health Scheme (NEHS); Delhi approves a Delhi Start-up and Incubation Policy; West Bengal approves the West Bengal Incentive Scheme (WBIS) 2026 for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs); Telangana releases Draft Core Urban Region (Integrated Governance) Bill; and more.
Haryana increases the monthly income ceiling of medical reimbursement for dependents from $36.24 to $93.20 (INR 3,500 to INR 9,000). The increase applies to dependents of government employees and pensioners.
Source: Tribune
In detail: Government notification
Telangana introduces a New Employees Health Scheme (NEHS). The scheme covers state government employees, pensioners, and their eligible family members, offering cashless treatment across a network of 886 private and 114 government hospitals.
Source: Business world
In detail: Telangana Health Scheme
Himachal Pradesh issues Draft HPERC (Rooftop Solar Photovoltaic Grid Interactive System) (Fourth Amendment) Regulations, 2026. The regulations, issued by the Himachal Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (HPERC), aim to simplify rooftop solar approval procedures and installation.
Source: Construction World
In detail: HPERC (Rooftop Solar Photovoltaic Grid Interactive System) (Fourth Amendment) Regulations, 2026
Nothing critical to report this week.
Delhi approves a Delhi Start-up and Incubation Policy. Under this policy, more than $41.42 million (INR 400 crore) will be invested over the next 5 years devoted to innovation, research, and entrepreneurship. In its primary phase, it will be implemented in 11 universities, 13 government-aided colleges, polytechnic institutions, Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) and government-run schools.
Source: Daily Pioneer
West Bengal approves the West Bengal Incentive Scheme (WBIS) 2026 for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). The scheme, in effect from October 1, 2026, will promote industrial growth, employment generation and balanced regional development. It will remain operational for 5 years until September 30, 2031.
Source: KNN
Chhattisgarh passes the Chhattisgarh Ease of Doing Business Bill, 2026. The legislation adopts a statutory risk-based approval system aimed at reducing bureaucratic delays, cutting compliance costs, and accelerating investments, particularly for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs).
Source: Times of India
Punjab replaces 35 complex revenue terms with easy-to-understand Punjabi words. In simplifying the language used in property registration documents, it aims at making land and property transactions more accessible to the public.
Source: Economic Times
Bihar approves Draft Gram Panchayat Taxes, Rates, and Fees Rules, 2026. The decision formally authorizes Gram Panchayats (rural governing bodies) to impose and collect holding taxes and various other fees in rural areas.
Source: Indian Express
In detail: Cabinet decisions
Delhi approves the Delhi Right of Citizens to Time-Bound and Easy Delivery of Services Bill, 2026. It replaces an earlier 2011 law with a modern, technology-driven legal framework for a “citizen-centric” governance model.
Source: Financial World
Karnataka releases Draft Karnataka Apartment (Ownership and Management) Bill, 2026 (KAOMA). The legislation aims to replace laws over five decades old with a unified framework to strengthen owners' rights, improve governance, and establish a clear mechanism for redeveloping ageing residential complexes.
Source: PropTech
In detail: Karnataka Apartment (Ownership and Management) Bill, 2026
Maharashtra approves an Asset Monetization Policy. It aims to generate income sources through assets for municipal corporations and municipal councils.
Source: Times of India
Maharashtra approves changes to the ‘Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Holkar Shetkari Karjmukti Yojana 2026 (PAHSKY)’ (Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Holkar Farmer Debt Relief Scheme 2026). It removes key eligibility conditions, including the previous $517.83 (INR 50,000) upper limit applicable to the beneficiaries of the 2019 waiver. It also scraps the condition of regular loan repayment during 2026-27, making nearly 2.3 million farmers eligible for incentive benefits under the scheme.
Source: Daily Pioneer
Telangana releases Draft Core Urban Region (Integrated Governance) Bill. The bill is set to replace the decades-old Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) Act, 1955 and aims to overhaul urban governance in the Hyderabad Metropolitan Region.
Source: ETV
In detail: The Core Urban Region (Integrated Governance) Bill, 2026
Arunachal Pradesh approves the Arunachal Human Capital and Economic Transformation Vision 2036. The vision aims to support long-term development through 2036, focused on two pillars: building human capital (education, skills, health) and driving economic transformation.
Source: North East Today
In detail: Cabinet decisions
Arunachal Pradesh approves the Arunachal Pradesh Apiculture and Honey Policy, 2026 The policy aims to establish the state as a leading hub for scientific beekeeping and premium honey production.
Source: North East Today
In detail: Cabinet decisions
Arunachal Pradesh approves the Non-Applicability of Trade Licence (for Statutory Licence Holders) Notification, 2026. Businesses with valid statutory licences will be exempted from obtaining separate Trade Licences for 56 notified activities.
Source: North East Today
In detail: Cabinet decisions
Andhra Pradesh approves an Advocates Protection Bill, 2026. It is the first legislation in the state with the goal to safeguard the lives and property of lawyers practicing in the state.
Source: Arunachal 24
Sikkim establishes CM-SAATHI. The scheme aims to provide free, high-quality coaching and academic support to students preparing for national-level entrance examinations such as JEE and NEET.
Source: India Today
West Bengal announces mandatory use of Bengali for all government work from September 1 onwards. Hindi will be retained for correspondence with the Union government.
Source: Economic Times
Nothing critical to report this week.
Nothing critical to report this week.
Bihar launches the Chief Minister Bihar Heli-Tourism and Air Tourism Service Scheme-2026. It aims to facilitate travel to tourist destinations in the state using government helicopters, which can be rented.
Source: The Hindu
Maharashtra approves a 13.56 percent fare hike for Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) buses.
Source: NDTV
