EPFO extends date for applications regarding pension on Higher wages
Online facility for submitting applications for validation of joint options to the employees who retired before 01.09.2014 and had exercised joint options before their retirement had been provided on the EPFO Website till 03.03.2023. Now, on demand of the employees’ / employers’ associations the Chairman, Central Board of Trustees has extended the time for submitting applications for validation of joint options from such employees till 3rd May 2023.
e-SHRAM portal is integrated with Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Maandhan Scheme (PMSYM)
On attaining age of 60 years, a monthly pension of Rs. 3000 is provided to PMSYM beneficiaries. e-SHRAM registrants can easily opt for PMSYM scheme using e-SHRAM Universal Account Number.
Punjab News Web Channel Policy, 2022
Punjab News Web Channel Policy, 2022 shall come into effect on March 06, 2023.
MNRE suspends Approved Models and Manufacturers of Solar Photovoltaic Modules (Requirements for Compulsory Registration) Order, 2019
The OM states that the Approved Models and Manufacturers of Solar Photovoltaic Modules (Requirements for Compulsory Registration) Order, 2019 and subsequent amendments and clarifications will be held in abeyance for one financial year, i.e. FY 2023-24.
CDSCO publishes list of Notified Bodies under MDR 2017
These notified bodies are registered with the CDSCO to carry out audit of manufacturing site under the provisions of MDR 2017. This notice publishes 13 entities that will now be authorised to carry out audits of these manufacturing sites.
FSSAI issues Press Release on SOP on Artificial Ripening of Fruits
FSSAI has reiterated its ban on traders/ fruit handlers/ FBOs operating ripening chambers from using prohibited material such as calcium carbide, or improperly using approved sources of ethylene gas like dipping the fruits in ripening agent solutions which may render the fruits unsafe for human consumption.
MSME Competitive (LEAN) Scheme
The Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Competitive (LEAN) Scheme can be accessed in the official website lean.msme.gov.in.
DCI mandates Dental Colleges to register in EducationINdia Portal
The Portal can be used by students for a variety of purposes including taking admission and availing scholarships.
DPIIT publishes “Operational Guidelines for financial assistance for undertaking the initiatives for promotion of Geographical Indications (GIs)”
DPIIT has adopted the National Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) Policy in 2016 to develop an IPR ecosystem as IPR are significant drivers of the socio-economic, cultural and industrial development the country. One of the objectives of National IPR policy was awareness and outreach including GI awareness and promotion.
FSSAI further updates its list of Recognised Food Testing Laboratories
The present list includes the validity of the laboratories’ NABL accreditation, scope of testing as on 6th March, 2023 for the purpose of carrying out the analysis of food samples taken under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006 and Rules and Regulations made thereunder.
