New Seed Varieties Notified for Indian Agriculture
The Central Government has notified a list of new seed varieties for various crops seeking to enhance agricultural productivity and quality. These varieties have been approved by the Central Seed Committee and are expected to boost agricultural output across the country. This notification was issued on November 13, 2024.
Ministry of Defence Introduces Solid Waste Management Rules For Ambala, Bareilly, Roorkee, Ayodhya and Dehradun
The Ministry of Defence has introduced Solid Waste Management Bye-laws for Ambala, Bareilly, Roorkee, Ayodhya and Dehradun. The new bye-laws aim at ensuring efficient and sustainable waste disposal practices within the cantonment areas. These bye-laws emphasize source segregation, proper storage, collection, and disposal of solid waste.
International Financial Services Centres Authority (Anti Money Laundering, Counter-Terrorist Financing and Know Your Customer) Guidelines, 2022
A Financial Institution providing services only to the entities in its ‘Financial Group’ which are located in a country not identified in the public statement of FATF as ‘High-risk jurisdictions subject to call for action’ are exempted. Any financial institution undertaking transactions through third-party business / service providers in the course of their operations, shall undertake business risk assessment and comply with incidental provisions of the Guidelines.
Central Consumer Protection Authority Hosts Stakeholder Consultation to draft Guideline for Protection of Consumer Interest in Diamond Sector
Industry consensus emphasized the need for ethical marketing practices and consistent terminology to enhance consumer protection and Prohibition of misleading terms like “natural” or “genuine” for lab-grown products.
Extension of the last date to receive comments/counter-comments on TRAI’s Consultation Paper on ‘Framework for Service Authorisations for provision of Broadcasting Services under the Telecommunications Act, 2023
Keeping in view the requests of some of the stakeholders for an extension of time for submission of comments, it has been decided to extend the last dates for submission of written comments and counter-comments up to 27thNovember 2024and 4th December 2024 respectively. No further requests for extension would be considered.
Delhi, Telangana, Karnataka and Gujarat Governments Announce Holidays for 2025
The Governments of Delhi, Telangana, Karnataka and Gujarat have declared the holidays that will be observed in all government offices within the respective states for the year 2025. All these lists were issued in November 2024.
Conference of the Directors on the Boards of Private Sector Banks
RBI directed that sound Boards should create a governance framework that not only meets the current regulatory standards, but also proactively addresses the emerging risks, opportunities and changes in the financial landscape. RBI emphasized the importance of situational awareness for robust governance, strengthening of internal governance framework and customer centricity in the ever-evolving financial sector.
RBI cautions public on deepfake videos of Top Management circulated over social media giving financial advice
Members of the public are cautioned against engaging with and falling prey to such deepfake videos circulated over social media.
MCC Issues NEET -UG Special Round Schedule -2024
The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET-UG) aspirants have a final opportunity to secure MBBS, BDS, or B.Sc Nursing seats through the Special Round of Counselling starting November 20, 2024. The Dental Council of India (DCI) has published the NEET -UG Special Round Schedule -2024 issued by Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) on November 19, 2024.
Emergency Measures Implemented As Delhi’s Air Quality Plummets
Citing unfavorable meteorological conditions, the Sub-Committee for operationalizing the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) convened an emergency meeting. Observing the rising AQI and forecasts for further deterioration, the Sub-Committee has invoked all actions under Stage-IV of GRAP – ‘Severe+’ Air Quality, effective November 18, 2024, at 8:00 AM.
