Electric Fence Energizers (Quality Control) Order, 2024
The Central Government has issued new regulations for electric fence energizers to ensure their quality and safety. The Electric Fence Energizers (Quality Control) Order, 2024, mandates that these devices must comply with specific Indian Standards (IS) and bear the Standard Mark issued by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS).
Bima Manthan October 24
Quarterly meeting of IRDAI discussed industry’s readiness, implementation strategy, rollout plan, technology adoption in the key areas of Indian Risk-Based Capital (RBC) regime, Risk Based Supervisory Framework (RBSF) and the adoption of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) i.e. Ind AS.
UGC directions for facilitation of admission by students for two courses
HEIS are once again urged to create supportive mechanisms through their statutory bodies to ensure compliance with UGC’s guidelines for pursuing two academic programs simultaneously.
UGC directions for celebration of Constitution Day on 26th November, 2024
HEIS are requested to create an event on My Bharat Portal https://mybharat.gov.in/) and upload the details of the celebrations for constitutional day.
IIAS-DARPG Indian Conference, 2025 under the theme “Next Generation Administrative Reforms: Empowering Citizens and Reaching the Last Mile”
The conference is expected to provide an opportunity for universities and other institutions in the country that are involved in Public Administration, Public Policy & Services, and Governance to showcase their research work on an international platform.
SEBI amends Master Circular for Credit Rating Agencies
The CRA shall furnish the details of non-payment of debt by entities rated by them for reasons other than lack of funds to the Stock Exchanges, Depositories and Debenture Trustee and formulate policy for the same.
Temporary suspension of MCA portal
Stakeholders are informed that MCA portal will not be available from 22nd November 2024 11:00 PM to 23rd November 2024 07:00 AM and 23rd November 2024 11:00 PM to 24th November 2024 07:00 AM due to scheduled maintenance activity.
New Rules for Radar Speed Guns to Ensure Accurate Speed Measurements
The Legal Metrology Division of the Department of Consumer Affairs has decided to include radar speed guns under the Legal Metrology (General) Rules, 2011. These rules aim to ensure the accuracy and reliability of speed measurement devices, leading to more effective traffic enforcement. A press release on this decision was issued on November 20, 2024.
Pharmacists and Institutions Required to Verify Profiles for Integration with National Healthcare System
All registered pharmacists must verify their profiles on the DIGI-PHARMed portal using their ABHA number by January 4, 2025. Non-compliance will result in profile deactivation. Pharmacy institutions are responsible for ensuring their faculty have ABHA-verified profiles on DIGI-PHARMed. Starting from the 2025-2026 academic session, only ABHA-verified faculty profiles will be considered for Self-Inspection Form (SIF) applications.
DCI Revises Timeline For Uploading Details Of Students Admitted in BDS 2024-2025 Course
The Dental Council of India (DCI) has issued a notice regarding the last date for uploading details of students joining BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) programs for the academic year 2024-25. Student data fo the All India Quota (AIQ)/ Deemed/ Central Universities counseling must be submitted by November 30, 2024. Students details for State Counseling must be submitted by December 5, 2024.
