UGC has mandated effective implementation of the Tabacco- Free Educational Institutions (ToFEI) manual and guidelines
All Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) are required to adhere to the guidelines aimed at ensuring that their campuses are free from the use of tobacco, electronic cigarettes, and other addictive substances.
UGC launches awareness campaign about the Good Samaritan Law and helping accident victims
Higher Education Institutions are requested to raise awareness among students, faculty, and staff about the Good Samaritan Law and the importance of assisting accident victims without any fear. Additionally, institutions are encouraged to raise awareness in the local community about this issue.
UGC has mandated HEIs to organize a one-day special plantation drive
UGC has mandated HEIs to organize a one-day special plantation drive during which all institutions are requested to participate actively and report their plantation activities on the Meri LiFE portal (https://merilife.nic.in/login).
Swachhata Hi Seva 2024 to be observed by HEIs
UGC has directed Higher Education Institutions (HEls) to ensure that Swachhata Hi Seva 2024 (SHS 2024) will be observed from 14th September, 2024 to 1st October, 2024 with the theme of ‘Swabhav Swachhata – Sanskaar Swachhata’, which will culminate in the Swachh Bharat Diwas celebrations on 2nd October, 2024.
UGC has mandated Constitution of Grievance Redressal Committee for the Students in Higher Education Institutions
Colleges are requested to furnish the details of SGRCs constituted by them to their affiliating Universities. Universities, in turn, are requested to furnish the details of the SGRCs constituted by them and by their affiliated institutions by 24th September 2024.
New Guidelines for Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure
The guidelines apply to manufacturers, owners, and operators of EV charging stations located in public, semi-public, and private areas. They also extend to power utilities and central and state agencies. These guidelines aim to promote the adoption of EVs by creating a robust and accessible charging network.
Mizoram Declares Public Holiday for By-Elections in 14 Village Council Areas
The Competent Authority declared September 24, 2024 (Tuesday) as a Public Holiday
Punjab Facilitates Voter Participation for Factory Workers
The Labour Department of Punjab on September 17th 2024 issued a notification aimed at factory workers who are eligible voters in the upcoming General Elections
General Elections 2024: Punjab Sets Closed Days for Employees to Vote
The following dates have been designated as ‘closed days’ for employees working in registered shops and commercial establishments in Punjab.
Key Updates from the Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission: New Fees and Charges Regulations
The fee has been revised to 0.1 percent of the revenues generated from the wheeling and sale of electricity.
