Critical COVID control and management strategies
In view of the recent surge in COVID-19 cases in some States/UTs in India and the detection of the first case of the new JN.1 variant of COVID-19 in the country, Union Health Secretary underlined the critical COVID control and management strategies to the states and healthcare sector.
Periodic Labor Force Survey reveals significance of implementing protective laws for women at workplace
In Periodic Labour Force Survey, information on earnings from employment is collected for all the three categories of workers, viz., self-employed persons, regular wage/salaried employees and casual labour both for male and female in rural and urban areas. In light of that, for supporting women in changing dynamics of the economy government acts/schemes shall be effectively implemented.
International Cooperation scheme being implemented to provide financial assistance for promoting exports by MSMEs
The Government has taken measures to promote exports from the districts under the District Export Hub Initiative. It includes identification of products and services with export potential in all the districts of the country including Gujarat, in consultation with all stakeholders including the States/UTs. An institutional mechanism has been set up in all States/UTs by forming the State Export Promotion Committee (SEPC) and District Export Promotion Committee (DEPC) at the District level.
Norms and Policies with respect to Grant of Autonomy to Polytechnic Colleges
AICTE has issued Norms and Policies with respect to Grant of Autonomy to
Polytechnic Colleges and benefits that accrue from autonomy.
Ennore Creek oil spillage Mangroves Habitat Restoration Work to Begin Soon
he team also took a comprehensive assessment of the oil spill impact on Mangroves in the Ennore Creek area. The Department is in the process of preparing a plan for restoration in those areas with the support of specialized agencies like, Centre for Environmental Studies, Anna University and M. S. Swaminathan Foundation.
Pre-Departure Orientation Training Centers in Tamil Nadu
Awareness about foreign employment will be created among the public through awareness videos at international airports and railway stations in Tamil Nadu, and in Gram Sabha meetings through pamphlets to ensure the safe migration of Tamils.
Ministry of AYUSH Seeks to Introduce License for Nasal Spray Drugs
The proposed draft rules aim to regulate the development and quality of AYUSH nasal spray formulations, ensuring safety, efficacy, and adherence to traditional practices. Stakeholders and the public are invited to provide feedback on the draft before January 12, 2024.
NMC Issues Strict Guidelines for Medical Colleges’ Faculty Attendance
All medical colleges have been informed to adhere to the UG-MSR 2023 and MSMER 2023 guidelines. Failure to comply with these standards or any deficiencies will result in the rejection of proposals for seat increases, renewal of permissions, recognition of MBBS degrees, and continuation of recognition. Such colleges will not be permitted to admit students for the Academic Year 2024-25. The NMC has also issued a list of colleges and institutions reflecting attendance deficiencies.
NMC Publishes Urgent Notice On Admission Details for Academic Year 2023-24
To facilitate the verification process for students and ensure the accuracy of records, the NMC has made the list of admitted students for the Academic Year 2023-24 available. Students studying MBBS and those admitted for graduate-level medical education are urged to review the list promptly.
New Label Warning for FDC of Chlorpheniramine Maleate IP 2mg And Phenylephrine HCI IP 5mg drop/ml
CDSCO has emphasised that all manufacturers of FDC of of Chlorpheniramine Maleate IP 2mg And Phenylephrine HCI IP 5mg drop/ml should mention a warning that ‘FDC should not be used in children below 4 years of age’. This should be included in the label and the package insert/ promotional literature of the drug.
