Wages-Protected Holidays Scheduled for J&K Voters in Upcoming Elections
The Government of Jammu & Kashmir, under the General Administration Department, has declared paid holidays for the upcoming general elections to the Legislative Assembly in 2024. As per the Election Commission of India’s directive dated 16 August 2024, the holidays will be observed on 18th September, 25th September, and 1st October 2024, according to the phase-wise schedule of the elections.
Streamlining Student Employment with the Karmachari Scheme
The Department of Labor has introduced the Karmachari scheme to promote the concept of working while studying among students. The scheme establishes clear guidelines to ensure that students can balance their academic responsibilities with part-time employment.
Simplifying Drone Ownership and Operation: A New Milestone
On August 21, 2024, the Ministry of Civil Aviation issued a crucial amendment to the Drone Rules, 2021, to support the Prime Minister’s “Drone Ki Udaan” initiative. This initiative, aimed at empowering women’s self-help groups through training and financial aid for drone operation and maintenance.
Simplified Aadhaar Process for Cotton and Soybean Farmers in Maharashtra
The Maharashtra Government has issued a notification under the Aadhaar (Targeted Delivery of Financial and Other Subsidies, Benefits, and Services) Act, 2016, mandating Aadhaar as an identity document for farmers seeking financial aid under the “Financial Assistance to Cotton and Soybean Producers in Kharip 2023” scheme.
2024 Amendments to Pressure Vessel Rules by MoCI
The Ministry of Commerce and Industry, through the Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion, has issued a notification proposing amendments to the Static and Mobile Pressure Vessels (Unfired) Rules, 2016.
EPFO’s Updated Process for EPF Exemption Surrender
The Employees’ Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) has introduced a new Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for surrendering EPF exemptions, superseding all previous guidelines.
Amendments to Kerala’s Social Security Scheme for Unorganized Workers
The Kerala Government, under the Employment and Skill Department, has issued a notification concerning the Unorganized Workers Social Security Scheme. This amendment is based on the powers vested in the government by the Unorganized Workers Social Security Act, 2008, and the Kerala Unorganized Workers Social Security Rules, 2010.
Streamlining Inspection Processes for Factories in Kerala
The Government of Kerala has introduced amendments to the existing notification under the Factories Act, 1948, aimed at enhancing transparency, accountability, and simplicity in the inspection of factories.
Price Trends and Inflation in Mizoram: March 2024 Overview
The Directorate of Economics and Statistics, Mizoram, regularly gathers wholesale and retail price data from all district headquarters to monitor market conditions. For March 2024, the Central Statistics Office reported an annual inflation rate of 2.95% in Mizoram, notably lower than the all-India rate of 4.85%.
New Puducherry Rules for Transgender Identity Certificates
The Government of Puducherry has formalized the Puducherry Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Rules, 2024, aimed at supporting transgender individuals. The rules outline the process for obtaining a Certificate of Identity, which is essential for legal recognition of gender.
