New Half-Day Holiday Announcement for Janmashtami in Jaipur
The Government of Rajasthan has announced a half-day holiday on the occasion of Janmashtami, which will be observed on 27th August 2024
New Safety Standards for Vehicles: What You Need to Know
The Central Motor Vehicle (Tenth Amendment ) Rules 2024 introduces updated standards for safety belts and restraint systems in vehicles.
New Amendments to Insecticides Rules: What You Need to Know
These amendments, known as the Insecticides (Fourth Amendment) Rules, 2024, are set to modernize and streamline the regulation of insecticides, particularly those used for household purposes.
RBI Processing of e-mandates for recurring transactions
A-replenishment of balances in FASTag and National Common Mobility Card (NCMC), which are recurring in nature but without any fixed periodicity, would be facilitated under the e-mandate framework. It has been decided to include auto-replenishment of FASTag and NCMC, as and when the balance falls below a threshold set by the customer, under the e-mandate framework.
New procedure for students enrolling in Open and Distance Learning(ODL) or Online programmes
UGC has developed a mechanism for transparent admission process wherein any student who intends to enroll in ODL/ Online Programmes shall register on UGC DEB web portal with their Academic Bank of Credit (ABC)-ID for generating a unique DEB-ID.
Consultation paper on the proposed International Financial Services Centres Authority (Informal Guidance) Scheme, 2024
The Scheme intends to provide an avenue for financial institutions and persons intending to set up a Unit in IFSC to seek clarity and guidance on various issues pertaining to their potential business activity and transactions, which are under the regulatory ambit of IFSCA.
Allahabad High Court Directs State to Fix Fees For Medical Colleges For Academic Year 2024-2025
The Allahabad High Court has passed a judgment directing the Uttar Pradesh Fee Regulatory Committee to fix the fee for academic session 2024-25 in respect of the petitioner Institutions. The Court held that the State Government’s order extending the previous year’s fee structure was invalid.
National Medical Register Portal Launched to Streamline Doctor Registration in India
Union Minister for Health & Family Welfare has inaugurated the National Medical Register (NMR) Portal of the National Medical Commission (NMC). The NMR will be a valuable resource for various stakeholders, including patients, healthcare providers, and regulatory bodies. It will provide a transparent and reliable source of information about registered medical practitioners, facilitating better coordination and accountability within the healthcare sector.
Government Clarifies Applicability of Amended Wind Power Project Guidelines
The Office Memorandum clarifies that that the amendments introduced on July 4, 2024 to the guidelines for onshore wind power projects, will only apply to wind power projects that are registered with State nodal agencies (SNAs) after that date or after the date notified by the respective State Governments. This ensures a smooth transition for ongoing projects and provides developers with clarity on the regulatory framework applicable to their initiatives.
