India Unveils Updated Biodiversity Plan at COP 16
India unveiled its updated National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (NBSAP) at the 16th meeting of the Conference of Parties (COP 16) to the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD). The document, released during a special event on October 30, 2024, outlines a roadmap for India’s biodiversity conservation efforts aligned with the global Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (KMGBF).
Strict Enforcement of GRAP in Delhi-NCR to Combat Air Pollution
Over 7,000 Construction and Demolition (C&D) sites were inspected, leading to penalties and closures for non-compliance. Approximately 1,400 industries were inspected, and actions were taken against violators. Around 1,300 DG sets were inspected, and non-compliant units were penalized.
Report On Short-Term Power Market In India 2023-24
The report sheds light on the evolving landscape of the country’s power sector, with a detailed exploration of short-term power transactions across various mechanisms. The report, structured into four main sections, covers an overview of the power sector, trends in short-term power markets, cross-border electricity trade, and trading of renewable energy certificates.
Indian Nursing Council Extends Deadline for Renewal Compliance Reports
The Indian Nursing Council (INC) has further extended the deadline for institutions to upload renewal compliance reports for the academic year 2024-25. The new deadline for submitting the renewal compliance reports is November 15, 2024.
Clarifications in relation to Investment Restrictions on Retail Schemes set up in IFSCs
In case of a retail scheme which is in the nature of a fund-of-funds scheme, the FME shall disclose in the offer document of such retail scheme, the details of the underlying scheme(s) wherein the investments are intended to be made and the nature of association, if any, that the FME has with the manager of the underlying scheme(s).
IFSCA Framework for Aircraft Lease
This framework shall apply to all applicants desirous of seeking registration for one or more of the permissible activities.
IFSCA comprehensive framework for entities aspiring to operate as Environmental, Social, and Governance Ratings and Data Products Providers
The IFSCA’s framework for ESG Ratings and Data Products Providers in the IFSC is a promising step toward fostering a transparent and regulated ecosystem for ESG services in India. By aligning with global standards and integrating local requirements, the IFSC aims to attract credible ESG data providers, further reinforcing India’s position as a sustainable finance hub.
UGC extends due date to claim Arrears of Post-Doctoral/Doctoral fellowships
UGC has directed Stakeholders to claim their pending clues, i.e. fellowship/house rent allowance/contingency, by 8 January 2020 on the Scholarship Fellowship Management Portal.
