HaRBInGer 2024
H Vision India Pvt. Ltd. created a smart wallet that identifies currency notes using features like UV absorption and fluorescence. Rupya Darshini, developed by Parthiban R., Jebaraj V., and Gobika S., is a wallet-sized tool that allows visually challenged individuals to identify Indian banknotes through geometric dimensions and Braille markings.
Public Health Advisory Issued for Chemical Disaster Preparedness in Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu
This advisory aims to educate residents and improve community preparedness in the event of chemical accidents emergencies. The advisory emphasizes the importance of remaining calm and acting quickly in a chemical emergency. The advisory also provides general precautions to be taken during normal times to minimize risks and enhance preparedness.
Environmental Labs Gear Up for 37th Quality Control Exercise by CPCB
The AQC exercise is open to environmental laboratories recognized under the Environment Protection Act (E.P. Act) 1986, as well as environmental labs operated by CPCB, State Pollution Control Boards (SPCBs), Pollution Control Committees (PCCs), and Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs). The deadline for application is January 25, 2025.
National Commission for Homoeopathy Amends BHMS Regulations
A new sub-regulation has been added outlining the national and institutional goals of the BHMS program. These goals emphasize the integration of homoeopathy within the broader healthcare system, promoting ethical practice, and fostering research aptitude among students. Regulation 4 has been amended to specify that candidates must have passed 10+2 (or equivalent) with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, or Biotechnology.
DGFT Amends Handbook of Procedures for Import of Tea, Spices, and Coconut Oil
The export obligation period for items covered by Chapter 9 of the Indian Trade Classification (Harmonised System) [ITC(HS)] and coconut oil has been extended from 90 days to 6 months from the date on which the first import consignment is cleared by Customs Authorities. The export obligation period for imported spices used for value addition (VA) purposes like crushing, grinding, sterilization, or the manufacture of oils and oleoresins of pepper, cardamom, and chillies has been extended from 120 days to 6 months from the date of importation of the first consignment.
Dental Council of India Names Defaulter Colleges for Missing Anti-Ragging Report Submissions
The Dental Council of India (DCI) has released a list of dental colleges that have failed to upload their mandatory anti-ragging reports for the October 2023 and/or April 2024 sessions onto the DCI Anti-Ragging Online Module. This notice was issued on January 7, 2025.
EPFO Rolls Out Centralized Pension Payments System
Ministry of Labour & Employment notified regarding the Centralized Pension Payments System fully rolled out in all regional offices of EPFO across India.
Rajasthan Government Launches Chief Minister Vishwakarma Pension Scheme 2024
The Government of Rajasthan launched the Chief Minister Vishwakarma Pension Scheme 2024 to provide financial support and security to workers, street vendors, and folk artists.
Himachal Pradesh Government Issues Notification on New Cattle Registration Forms for Families in Parivar Register
Himachal Pradesh Government Issues Notification on New Cattle Registration Forms for Families in Parivar Register
Interest Rate for Special Deposit Scheme Revised for First Quarter of 2025
Interest Rate for Special Deposit Scheme Revised for First Quarter of 2025 to 7.1%
