Environment Relief Fund (Amendment) Scheme, 2024

The Central Government has announced amendments to the Environment Relief Fund Scheme, 2008, through the Environment Relief Fund (Amendment) Scheme, 2024. These amendments introduce several key changes to the management and utilization of the fund. The Relief Fund is now explicitly vested in the Central Government.

Public Liability Insurance (Amendment) Rules, 2024

The Central Government has announced significant amendments to the Public Liability Insurance Rules, 1991, through the Public Liability Insurance (Amendment) Rules, 2024. These changes aim to strengthen the framework for handling claims related to environmental damage caused by industrial accidents. This notification was published on December 17, 2024.

NMC Launches Its Twitter Handle @NMC_BHARAT

The National Medical Commission (NMC) has officially launched its Twitter account, offering medical colleges, institutes, and the medical fraternity a new channel for accessing official information. This notice was issued on December 16, 2024 and published on December 20, 2024. The NMC’s Twitter handle, @NMC_BHARAT, will function alongside the existing NMC website as a platform to share circulars, notices, and other relevant updates.