Coastal Aquaculture Authority (Amendment) Rules, 2024
The Central Government has issued a notification amending the Coastal Aquaculture Authority Rules, 2024. The amendment aims to introduce a comprehensive regulatory framework for various aspects of coastal aquaculture. This notification was published on December 4, 2024.
Indian Nursing Council Recognizes Specific Universities for PhD (N) Qualification
The Indian Nursing Council (INC) has issued a notification specifying the universities whose Ph.D. (Nursing) qualifications will be recognized under Section 10 of the Indian Nursing Council Act, 1947. Only Ph.D. (N) degrees awarded by universities listed in the notification will be considered valid.
Second Special Stray Vacancy Round Announced for BDS & B.Sc Nursing Seats
The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) and Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) have announced a Second Special Stray Vacancy Round for filling vacant BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) and B.Sc (Bachelor of Science) Nursing seats across India. This round comes after the completion of the Special Stray Vacancy Round held in November and the ongoing State Counselling rounds.
Government Ramps Up Production of Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices in India
The PLI scheme for Bulk Drugs, with a financial outlay of Rs. 6,940 crore, incentivizes the manufacturing of essential Key Starting Materials (KSMs), Drug Intermediates (DIs), and Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs). With a budget of Rs. 15,000 crore, the PLI Scheme for Pharmaceuticals focuses on high-value products like patented/off-patented drugs, biopharmaceuticals, complex generics, and anti-cancer drugs. The PLI Scheme for Promoting Domestic Manufacturing of Medical Devices targets high-end medical devices previously imported into India.
