“Collaboration Announcement: CAGI and ICAI Forge Partnership with MOU Signing”
The Office of Principal Accountant General Goa has informed that to address the gap in the availability of skilled accountants at the Local Government (LG) level nationwide, the Comptroller & Auditor General of India (CAGI) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) to formulate two short-term courses: Certificate course for Accountants of Panchayats and Certificate course for Accountants of Municipal Bodies.
“Goa Pavilion Honored with Special Recognition at IITF Delhi”
The Goa Pavilion has been awarded the Special Appreciation Medal for Excellence in Thematic Presentation (State), at IITF 2023 at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi. The Director of Information & Publicity, along with, Founder & CEO of the Event Management Agency, M/s Advertising Associates handed over the certificate and trophy to the Chief Minister of Goa.
Highlights from the State-Level Elocution Contest at Gujarat University, Ahmedabad
The Gujarat Cultural Elocution Competition, held at Gujarat University in Ahmedabad, was a collaborative effort of the Rashtriya Seva Yojana, Higher Education Department, and the ‘Save Culture Save Bharat’ Foundation. The primary objective was to include the youth in safeguarding and nurturing the values of Indian culture. The state-level competition winners were honored with prizes and awards by Chief Minister of Gujarat, Minister of State for Education, the founder of the ‘Save Culture Save India Foundation.
Revised Variable Dearness Allowance Rates for Workmen Employed by Contractors in Assam
The notification issued by Labour Commissioner of Assam updates on the revision of Variable Dearness Allowance (VDA) rates for workmen employed through contractors in Assam, based on the increase in the Consumer Price Index (CPI) from July 2023 to December 2023.
Reduction of Compliance Burden for Ease of Doing Business in the Use of QR Codes on LPG Cylinders
The circular issued by Chief Controller of Explosives 2qsghoutlines the permission granted for the trial use of QR codes on specific LPG cylinders, the necessity of amending Gas Cylinders Rules, 2016 to include electronic identification for high-pressure cylinders, and the compliance burdens faced by OMCs. It underscores PESO’s commitment to working for ease of doing business under the guidance of DPIIT and the process for submitting proposals for rule amendments.
Guideline for reuse of treated sewage in reference to the item of Circular Economy
The Central Pollution Control Board issued a circular on 08th February, 2024 pertaining to the Draft ‘Guideline for reuse of treated sewage in reference to the item of Circular Economy.’
CDSCO Issued Notice for Online application for Neutral Code for Manufacturing of Medical Devices for Export Purpose
The notice dated 12th February, 2024 from, CDSCO, announced the adoption of an online application process for obtaining a Neutral Code for the manufacturing of medical devices for export purposes. The document outlines the purpose of the online system, the authority responsible for issuing the Neutral Code, and emphasizes the mandatory nature of the online submission process for all stakeholders.
CDSCO Issued Regulatory guidelines for Sampling of Drugs, Cosmetics & Medical Devices by Drugs Inspectors of Central & State Drug Authorities
The guideline provides comprehensive regulatory guidelines for the sampling of drugs, cosmetics, and medical devices by drugs inspectors of Central and State Drug Authorities in India, aiming to ensure the quality and efficacy of products available in the market through uniform drug sampling methodology and risk-based sample selection.
Modification in Dearness Allowances in Engineering Factories in Uttar Pradesh
The Uttar Pradesh Government’s recent notification regarding the calculation of modified dearness allowances for workers in engineering factories brings clarity and transparency to the compensation structure. By considering the All India Consumer Price Index and implementing provisions for inflation reduction, the government aims to ensure equitable wages for workers in these establishments.
Gujarat Tenancy and Agricultural Lands Laws (Amendment) Act, 2024
The Gujarat Government issued a notification outlining the Gujarat Tenancy and Agricultural Lands Laws (Amendment) Act, 2024, which further amends the Gujarat Tenancy and Agricultural Lands Act, 1948, the Saurashtra Gharkhed, Tenancy Settlement and Agricultural Lands Ordinance, 1949, and the Gujarat Tenancy and Agricultural Lands (Vidarbha Region and Kutch area) Act, 1958, specifically focusing on the process of converting agricultural land for non-agricultural purposes by specifying the time frame for such applications.
