CDSCO Issues Stricter Guidelines for Action Against Spurious and Substandard Drugs
The guidelines aim to provide a uniform framework for State Drug Control Organizations to implement the Drugs and Cosmetics (Amendment) Act, 2008 effectively and ensure public health safety. The CDSCO guidelines emphasize a firm hand in dealing with manufacturing spurious or adulterated drugs, while also ensuring fair treatment for licensed manufacturers with minor quality variations.
NMC Opens Online Applications for Eligibility Certificate for FMGE Screening Test
The FMGE is tentatively scheduled for July 2025 by the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences. The online application portal will be open from March 10, 2025 to April 9, 2025.
MCA announces new location of Kolkatta ROC office
MCA has announced shifting of following offices involving IT asset movement, Server Room setup, Cable testing, end to end setup etc on nomination/ single source basis in compliance of Rule 194 of GFR, 2017.
Second Edition of IFSCA Chintan Shivir
The discussions emphasised the design, development, and establishment of a robust regulatory ecosystem in GIFT IFSC, aligned with this vision.
Development of AI – Mission 2024
With the approval of the IndiaAI Mission in 2024, the government allocated ₹10,300 crore over five years to strengthen AI capabilities. A key focus of this mission is the development of a high-end common computing facility equipped with 18,693 Graphics Processing Units (GPUs), making it one of the most extensive AI compute infrastructures globally. This capacity is nearly nine times that of the open-source AI model DeepSeek and about two-thirds of what ChatGPT operates on.
International conference on PLI Schemes
In the inaugural session, CTIL launched its monthly investment law newsletter, ‘Investment Law Compass: Navigating through the Global Investment Framework’ which aims to highlight the developments in the investment law landscape and transform it into an accessible and insightful journey for enthusiasts and professionals alike. The newsletter will be available online at www.ctil.org.in.
Draft Occupational Safety, Health & Working Conditions Rules
The Andaman and Nicobar Administration invites public suggestions on the 2024 draft rules for workplace safety, health, and working conditions in the region.
Uttarakhand-New Minimum Wages and VDA for Engineering Sector
Uttarakhand revises minimum wages and VDA for the engineering industry, effective from February 1, 2025, ensuring fair compensation for workers
Maharashtra Revises VDA and Wages for Security Guards
Maharashtra updates VDA and wages for security personnel in Mumbai and Thane, effective from January 1, 2025, ensuring fair compensation through June 2025.
Maharashtra Revises Minimum Wages and VDA for Key Industries
Maharashtra updates minimum wages and VDA for various scheduled industries, effective from January 1, 2025, ensuring fair compensation