National Medical Commission Invites Proposals for Inclusion of New PG Medical Qualifications
This initiative aims to ensure that all new PG medical qualifications, including Post-Doctoral Certificate Courses (PDCC), Post-Doctoral Fellowships (PDF), and others, are duly recognized and meet the standards set by the Commission. Medical colleges and institutes are advised to submit complete and detailed proposals promptly to avoid any administrative or regulatory issues. Proposals must include all relevant details about the qualification, curriculum, and institutional resources supporting the program.
India Achieves Record Coal Production and Dispatch in December 2024
Between April 1 and December 31, 2024, total coal production from captive and commercial mines reached 131.05 million tons (MT), reflecting a 34.20% increase from 97.665 MT during the same period last year. December 2024 alone saw coal production surge to 18.40 MT, with a daily average production of 0.594 MT, a 30.75% increase compared to December 2023’s daily average of 0.445 MT.
Union Cabinet Approves Extension of Special Package for Di-Ammonium Phosphate (DAP) Subsidy
The Union Cabinet has approved the extension of a one-time special package for Di-Ammonium Phosphate (DAP) fertilizer beyond the Nutrient-Based Subsidy (NBS). The package, amounting to ₹3,500 per metric ton (MT), will remain in effect from January 1, 2025, until further notice.
Central Government Prohibits Nimesulide Formulations for Animal Use
According to an official notification, the Central Government has determined that Nimesulide formulations are likely to involve risks to animals and that safer alternatives are readily available. After consulting the Drugs Technical Advisory Board, the government has concluded that it is necessary and expedient to impose this ban in the public interest.
Reinstatement of SION/Adhoc Norms for Menthol Imports Under Advance Authorization and DFIA
DGFT issued an important public notice updating the policy for the import of Menthol under the Advance Authorization (AA) and Duty-Free Import Authorization (DFIA) schemes
Government Imposes Minimum Import Price (MIP) on Soda Ash Imports
Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), announced the imposition of a Minimum Import Price (MIP) on Disodium Carbonate (Soda Ash).
NGRB Introduces Amendment for Compression Facilities in City Gas Networks
Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB) issued the Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (Technical Standards and Specifications including Safety Standards for City or Local Natural Gas Distribution Networks) Third Amendment Regulations, 2024.
Karnataka Government Introduces New Groundwater Regulation Amendments for Safer Water Use
Government of Karnataka introduced the Karnataka Ground Water (Regulation and Control of Development and Management) (Amendment) Bill, 2024,
New Labour Reforms: Workers to Get Skill-Based Wage Adjustments in Bihar
The notification categorizes workers into various skill levels to determine appropriate wages and responsibilities, as part of ongoing reforms.
CBDT Extends Deadline for Direct Tax Vivad Se Vishwas Scheme Payment
Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT), under the Ministry of Finance has announced an extension for the Direct Tax Vivad Se Vishwas Scheme, 2024.
