Restriction on Applicability of Fixing of hours of work and Spread over hours of work, on IT related Services and Financial Services for 2 years in Gujarat
Government of Gujarat, declaring the exemption of certain provisions of the Gujarat Shops and Establishments Act for specific types of services for a designated period.
Maharashtra Labour Welfare Fund (Amendment) Bill, 2024
Government of Assam issued notification addressing the revision of VDA rates for workers in the private security sector. It highlights the government’s effort to adjust the VDA in line with the changing cost of living, as reflected in the CPI, and aims to ensure fair compensation for employees and workers in the specified categories.
NBEMS Announces FMGE Screening Test Schedule for June 2024
. In adherence to regulations, candidates must possess an Eligibility Certificate (EC) issued by the National Medical Commission to apply for the Screening Test. The application process for the EC is exclusively online through the National Medical Commission’s website. The last date for submission of application us April 30th, 2024.
Government of India May Conduct Separate NEET-MDS Counselling for 2024
The Dental Council of India (DCI) has informed aspiring candidates for the NEET-MDS 2024 examination of a potential change in the counselling procedure. The Government of India is considering conducting counselling sessions for NEET-MDS separately and before the NEET PG Medical Counselling. A public notice to this effect was issued on March 4, 2024.
CAQM Updates Its Public Grievance Redressal Mechanism
The specified officers of the Commission will be accessible to the public every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday (except holidays) from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM. The Commission emphasizes the importance of prior appointments, especially for meetings with the Chairperson.
Government Amends Electricity Rules to Optimize Power Supply
To optimize power usage, power generators withholding surplus power will now forfeit the capacity or fixed charges corresponding to that surplus quantity. Additionally, the surplus power cannot be sold in the power exchange at a price exceeding 120% of the energy charge plus applicable transmission charges. This move aims to increase the utilization of surplus electricity by making it more likely to be purchased and utilized.
National Birth Defect Awareness Month 2024
The campaign aims to raise awareness about birth defects’ prevention, early identification, and timely management. The need to address birth defects to reduce child mortality was also stressed. The importance of the National Birth Defect Awareness Month 2024 in promoting awareness was also emphasized.
Ministry of MSME has directed for registration of Informal Micro Enterprises on Udyam Assist Platform
Udyam Assist Platform was launched by the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises on 11th January 2023 to facilitate registration of Informal Micro Enterprises (IMEs) through generation of Udyam Assist Certificate. SIDBI is the implementing agency for the project. IMEs not having GSTN are allowed to register on Udyam Assist Platform.
Union Health Minister Launches Indian Public Health Standards for AYUSH healthcare facilities
Indian Public Health Standards (IPHS) for Ayush Healthcare facilities were published by the Union Health Ministry as a set of uniform standards to improve the quality of health care delivery. By adopting these reforms, it is expected that the States/UTs will be able to develop Ayush healthcare services with set standards and quality infrastructure, thereby enabling the public to avail the benefits of Ayush medical services for all healthcare.
ESI Policy on Ayush -2023
ESIC colleges are requested to submit the proposals for establishment of Ayush units as per the ESI Policy on Ayush -2023 on or before 16.03.2024.
