Ensuring Public Health: Gujarat’s Response to the Chandipura Virus Outbreak

Recently, the Chief Minister of Gujarat undertook a comprehensive review of the ongoing Chandipura virus situation in the state. Alongside the Health Minister and senior officials, the Chief Minister utilized video conferencing to engage municipal commissioners, district collectors, district development officers, and chief district health officers.

New Amendments to Himachal Pradesh PSC Regulations

On July 16, 2024, The Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (Exemption from Consultation) (35th Amendment) Regulations, 2024 were notified. Key updates include:
Faster Recruitment: Most Group-C posts no longer need PSC review.
Exceptions: PSC review still required for six positions, including Company Commander and Mining Inspector.

New Liquor Duties in Chhattisgarh

Chhattisgarh has updated its excise duties on liquor under the Chhattisgarh Excise Act, 1915:
Country Liquor: 50% duty based on the ex-factory price.
Foreign Liquor:
Spirits: 50% duty on the landing price.
Malt: 40% duty on the landing price.

New Update on Digital E-Stamping for Rajasthan

On July 19, 2024, the National E-Governance Services Limited updated digital e-stamping for Rajasthan. The notification includes:
Details and Digital Codes: Provides specific articles and their digital codes for Rajasthan.
Summary of Changes: Outlines the updates to the digital stamping system.

Government of Chhattisgarh issued special powers to the Tahsildar

In Chhattisgarh, the State Government has empowered Tahsildars to assist landowners with record accuracy:
Fixing Name and Address Mistakes
Correcting Remarks
Separating Khasra Numbers
Irrigated vs. Non-Irrigated Land
Single vs. Multiple Harvests
These measures ensure accurate and updated land records for efficient management and planning.

New Updates in Designated Places in Chandigarh 

The recent modification to the June 30, 2024, notification removes certain places from the “Designated Places” list:
Video Conferencing Rooms in all Police Stations, UT, Chandigarh.
Office Rooms of DGP, IGP, SSP/UT, SSP/Security & Traffic, SSP/SP Headquarters, SP/City, and all DSPs of Chandigarh Police.
Video Conferencing Rooms at Police Headquarters, Ground Floor, UT, Chandigarh.