Conduct Of MDS Final Year Exams Delayed Due to Pandemic
DCI emphasizes that the MDS program requires three full academic years of training. All universities offering MDS programs are instructed to adhere to the three-year timeframe. Final year exams cannot be conducted before the completion of the entire course duration.
Updates On Wheat And Rice Procurement
With a combined wheat and rice stock exceeding 600 LMT in the Central Pool, the country is well-positioned to meet requirements under government schemes like the Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana (PMGKAY) and other welfare programs, besides market interventions.
India Participates In Discussions At World Health Assembly
The Health Secretary championed traditional public health approaches, prioritizing community engagement and preventive measures. India is also advocating for digital health innovations as a transformative tool to achieve health equity and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) on a global scale.
Ayurveda Research Meets Industry at PRAGATI-2024
The interactive meeting aims to explore research opportunities and collaborations between CCRAS and the Ayurveda drug industry. It also aims to maximize the potential of Ayurveda stakeholders by connecting researchers with industry partners. Ultimately, it will also benefit Ayurvedic practitioners and patients.
Ayush Treatments Now Covered by Insurance
Experts propose a “flat rate” model considering longer treatment stays in Ayush compared to allopathic medicine. Additionally, categorizing treatments based on disease severity and patient health can optimize coverage. The Ministry of Ayush has formed a Core Group of Experts on Insurance to advise on insurance-related matters and create a white paper on the subject.
Delhi High Court Emphasizes Adherence To Timelines for Organ Transplantation
The Delhi High Court has passed an order establishing crucial guidelines for communication of deficiencies in documentation or any procedural
formalities. It has also stressed on adherence to timelines notified by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare for processing transplant applications, verifying documents, and scheduling interviews.
FSSAI Warns Against Sale of Human Milk and Milk Products
The FSSAI has categorically emphasized that it has not authorized the processing or sale of human milk under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006 (FSS Act) and its associated regulations. The FSSAI emphasizes that all activities related to the commercial sale of human milk and its products must cease immediately. Violators risk legal action under the FSS Act.
Public Hearing on New Proposed Charges Associated With Regional Load Despatch Centres
The CERC released draft regulations on April 4, 2024, outlining a new framework for calculating and collecting fees used to operate RLDCs. The public comment period ended on May 20, 2024. However, in order to gather diverse perspectives, the CERC will hold a public hearing on May 30, 2024, at 2:30 PM via video conferencing.
Extension In Timeline For Furnishing Comments On Draft DSM Regulations, 2024
These draft regulations outline the process for managing deviations from power schedules in the Indian electricity grid. The CERC notes that several stakeholders requested more time to provide feedback on the draft regulations. The CERC has responded to this request by extending the deadline from May 24, 2024, to June 3, 2024.
National Medical Register In Development
The National Medical Register (NMR) will be a central database containing the names, addresses, and qualifications of all licensed medical practitioners in India. An Expert Committee comprising NMC and State Medical Council (SMC) officials is working on the NMR’s development.
