“Prioritizing Hygiene: Essential Preparations as Schools Reopen in Kollam”
As schools in Kollam gear up to welcome students back into their classrooms, the health department emphasizes the critical importance of cleanliness. Preparatory measures must include thorough cleaning and mosquito control activities.
Standing Strong: SHe-Box Provides a Voice Against Harassment
This online portal, managed by the Central Government, allows any woman, whether an employee or a visitor, to file complaints related to workplace harassment swiftly and securely.
Ensuring Healthcare Equity: Implementing Supreme Court Orders on HIV/AIDS
In a significant move towards healthcare equity, the Hon’ble Supreme Court of India has issued directives aimed at bolstering provisions for HIV/AIDS care and prevention. Referencing the landmark judgment, the Court has mandated specific actions for both the central and state governments.
MPERC Proposes Revision of Transmission Tariff Regulations, Invites Public Comments and Hearing Participation
The Madhya Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (MPERC) has issued a public notice proposing the revision of its transmission tariff regulations, inviting stakeholders to submit comments and participate in a virtual public hearing scheduled for June 18, 2024.
Medical Device Testing to Follow Stricter Standards in India
The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) is implementing stricter regulations for testing medical devices (MDs) and in-vitro diagnostics (IVDs) in India. This new directive emphasizes the importance of prioritizing BIS standards for testing whenever they are available.
MoHFW Permits Import of Drugs Through Cochin and Thiruvananthapuram Airports
The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) has sanctioned Cochin and Thiruvananthapuram airports for the import of drugs into the country. Prior to this amendment, drugs could be imported only through airports located at Chennai, Kolkata, Mumbai, Delhi, Ahmedabad, Hyderabad, Goa, Bengaluru and Visakhapatnam.
Edit Window for applicants of NEET – PG 2024
The National Board of Examinations (NBEMS) has opened a pre-final edit window for candidates who have deficiencies in their photographs, signatures, or thumb impressions according to the specified guidelines. The last date to make these changes is June 3, 2024 (till 11:55 PM).
Pharmacy Institutions Directed to Strictly Follow UGC and State Government Regulations
The Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) has issued a directive reminding pharmacy institutions to strictly adhere to the regulations set forth by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and their respective State Governments. This directive stems from a decision made by the PCI’s 406th Executive Committee meeting held in March 2024.
