TRAI extends timeline to file suggestions on Consultation Paper on Regulation on Rating Framework for Digital Connectivity in Buildings or Area
Considering the request received from the stakeholder/Industry association for further extension of time for submission of comments, it has been decided to extend the last date of submission of comments by four weeks i.e. up to 05th January 2024 and counter comments by 19th January 2024.
UGC mandates appointment of ombudsperson in universities
It is understood that some universities are yet to comply with the Regulations. The Universities are required to comply with the Regulations by constituting Students Grievance Redressal Committee (SGRC) any by appointing Ombudspersons before 31 December, 2023.
UGC launches Professor of Practice portal
The Higher Education Institutions are requested to furnish the details of their faculty members appointed through Professor of Practice portal and provide their details at UGC University Activity Monitoring portal at https://uamp.ugc.ac.in/ latest by 1On December 2023.
IFSCA Framework for grant of funds for research studies
To ensure the caliber of research, eligibility criteria are set high. Only academic institutions ranking within the top echelons in Management, Research, or Law, as per NIRF India Rankings, are eligible. The lead researcher must boast a decade of experience in finance, economics, or related fields and a strong publication record in reputable journals.
Corporate Grouping of Listed Companies by BSE
The BSE is maintaining a repository containing names of companies forming a part of each Indian corporate group. The said list of corporate groups is available in the file uploaded on the website of the Exchange on below path: BSE India Website> Corporates > Compliance and Other information> Corporate and Other info > Corporate Group Repository.
ICMR-DHR and NMC Launch “Medical Shodhganga”
“Medical Shodhganga” not only facilitates easier access to a wide array of thesis topics but also encourages collaboration and interdisciplinary research. The initiative aligns with the broader goal of fostering a culture of innovation and research excellence within the Indian medical community.
India Elected to Executive Committee of Codex Alimentarius Commission
As a member of the Executive Committee, India will not only have a significant say in international standard-setting for various food product categories but will also actively participate in decision-making processes. India has also been recognised by FAO for being the host country secretariat for Codex Committee on Spices and Culinary Herbs and its contribution to codex.
FSSAI Bans 20 Pesticides & Issues Testing Directives
This move by FSSAI reinforces the commitment to protecting public health by actively monitoring and regulating the use of pesticides and contaminants in the food supply chain. These regulatory measures serve to bolster confidence in the nation’s food safety ecosystem.
World AIDS Day Commemorated in Assam
The event witnessed the release and launch of various documents, including the SANKALAK report, India HIV Estimates 2022, NACO Calendar 2024, National Communication Strategy, Laboratory Technical Guidelines on Early Infant Diagnosis, Prevention Progress Update 2022-23, and a Research Compendium.
National Conference on Energy Transition in Gandhinagar
The conference delved into the critical aspects of energy transition, focusing on scaling up renewable energy generation and consumption. The discussions addressed challenges related to grid integration, financing tools, and the development of supporting infrastructure.
