MoHFW organises Swasthya Chintan Shivir
The aim of the event was to achieve last-mile connectivity in health services. The participants have engaged in comprehensive discussions on the current state of the health sector in India and the path forward to ensure universal health coverage.
ICAR celebrates 95th Foundation and Technology Day
The Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare acknowledged the historic journey of ICAR and its significant accomplishments over the past 94 years. The Minister highlighted the promotion of new agricultural technologies through various mission programs, supported by the Prime Minister, for the benefit of farmers.
Draft Environment (Utilisation of Crop residue by Thermal Power Plants) Rules,2023
The rules mandate the use of crop residue by thermal power plants in the National Capital Region (NCR) and adjoining areas. According to the rules, all coal-based thermal power plants operated by power generation utilities will be required to use a minimum of 5% percent blend of pellets or briquettes made from crop residue in conjunction with coal.
Wild Life Disposal of Wild Animal Article Rules, 2023
The rules aim to regulate the disposal of wild animal articles, trophies, uncured trophies, and meat derived from wild animals that belong to the State Government or the Central Government. These rules outline the procedures for disposing of such government property.
Clarification on Recognition/Continuation of Recognition(CoR) of MBBS degree for the year 2022-23
In view of the upcoming counseling schedule for NEET-UG 2023, the Medical Colleges and Institutions that were awaiting recognition or confirmation of registration (CoR) until the year 2023 and have not received any specific denial or admission stoppage communication for the academic year 2023-24 from the Medical Assessment and Rating Board (MARB) or the NMC, have been granted recognition for a period of one year only, namely the academic year 2022-23.
CBDT exempts Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority from income tax
This notification shall be deemed to have been applied for the financial year 2018-2019 to financial year 2022-2023.
CBDT clarification regarding taxability of income earned by a non-resident investor from off-shore investments in investment fund routed through an Alternative Investment Fund
The income tax exemption under section 115UB shall apply only to income earned by a non-resident investor from off-shore investments in investment fund routed through Category I or Category II AlFs regulated by Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) or International Financial Services Centers Authority (IFSCÅ).
DGFT clarification regarding condonation of delay in submission of installation certificate under EPCG Scheme
Under the EPCG Scheme, the authorization holders are required to submit the installation certificate confirming installation of the capital goods to the RA within the prescribed time period. It has been decided that in relaxation of the procedure, the RAs concerned may accept such installation certificates up to 31 .12.2023 for regularization purpose on payment of late fee of Rs. 10,000/- per authorization
National Exit Test (NEXT) Examination Deferred Until Further Notice
The notice states that the deferment of the NExT is based on the advice of the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare (MoHFW) that was issued on 11th July, 2023.
Hazardous and Other Wastes (Management and Transboundary Movement) Amendment Rules, 2023
The amendment primarily focuses on Schedule III of the Hazardous and Other Wastes (Management and Transboundary Movement) Rules, 2016. In Part D of the schedule, specific changes have been made to Basel No. B1110. Part D covers the list of other wastes applicable for import and export without permission from MoEFCC.
