Ensuring Timely Disbursement of Compensation: A Clarification from the Labour Department
In a recent clarification from the Labour Department of the Government of NCT of Delhi, it has been emphasized that the disbursement of compensation under the Employees Compensation Act, 1923, should adhere strictly to prescribed guidelines.
Uttar Pradesh Minimum Wage Update: April-September 2024
Under the Minimum Wages Act of 1948, adjustments have been made to the variable wage allowances across 74 scheduled employments. Recent notifications have specified increases in basic rates of wages and variable dearness allowances for various categories of workers. From April 1, 2024, the All India Consumer Price Index for these employments will be set at 400 points, affecting variable dearness allowance calculations.
“Alert: Medication Quality Issue Uncovered via GeM Portal Procurement”
A recent discovery has raised concerns regarding the quality of pharmaceuticals obtained through the Government e-Marketplace (GeM) Portal. The Drug Testing Laboratory has flagged a batch of Ciprofloxacin Hydrochloride TP 500 tablets from Karnataka Antibiotics & Pharmaceuticals Limited as “Not of Standard Quality.”
Tamil Nadu Government’s Proactive Measures: Shielding Construction Workers
In response to the escalating heat wave, the Government of Tamil Nadu has issued a crucial memorandum outlining preventive measures aimed at protecting the welfare of building and other construction workers (BOCW).
NBEMS Extends Registration Deadline for Formative Assessment Test (FAT-2023)
The last date for trainee registration was previously fixed for May 15, 2024. This deadline has now been extended to May 20th, 2024 (until 11:55 PM).
Foreign Medical Graduates Get Two-Year Extension for Internship in India
NMC received requests from medical councils and FMGs citing challenges in securing internship placements. Therefore, the NMC has decided to extend the deadline for FMGs to complete their internships. The extended deadline for FMGs is now fixed for May 2026.
Medical & Nursing Colleges Urged to Raise Awareness for World Hypertension Day
The World Hypertension Celebrations seek to create increased awareness of hypertension and its risks among the public. It also seeks to foster improved blood pressure control and cardiovascular health outcomes.
NCR Construction Sites Face Crackdown for Dust Pollution
The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) in NCR has announced stricter measures to tackle dust pollution from construction and demolition (C&D) activities. CAQM has issued an order highlighting its efforts to combat dust pollution caused by such activities.
