CERC Seeks Input on Transition to Monthly Coal Escalation Rates
A Staff Paper outlining the current method and proposing different transition options has been published on the CERC website. Stakeholders, including power companies and industry experts, are encouraged to submit comments and suggestions by June 24, 2024.
2024 Transmission License Regulations
Only companies selected through competitive bidding or entities chosen by the government can apply for a license for interstate transmission of electricity. Distribution licensees and bulk consumers developing dedicated transmission lines are exempt from needing a license.
Clarification Issued on Solar Panel Requirements for Government Projects
This order establishes a list of approved solar photovoltaic modules and manufacturers for use in government and government-assisted projects. Projects where the final bid submission date was on or after April 10, 2021, must use solar modules from the approved list (List I).
Clarification Issued on Blood Center Licensing for Hospitals
CDSCO has clarified that “blood centers run by hospitals” means blood center located in the hospital premises. Applications for grant / renewal of license for blood center run by a hospital will be considered according to where such centre is located.
India Boosts Animal Health with Digital Vaccine Management
The initiative aims to implement a digital system to track vaccine stocks, flow, and storage temperatures. It shall also utilize UNDP’s Animal Vaccine Intelligence Network (AVIN) for monitoring with new technologies like AI.
India Promotes Organ Donation Movement
The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has issued letters urging governors of all states and union territories to create awareness among students of all universities. Citizens can pledge organ donation online on NOTTO website or by scanning the QR code available through NOTTO website.
Updates On Use of Olaparib Tablets for Ovarian Cancer Treatment
The initially approved use of Olaparib for advanced ovarian cancer in patients with a gBRCA mutation and who have received three or more prior chemotherapy treatments is being withdrawn.
National Medical Commission Seeks Input on Medical Student Well-being
The National Task Force established by NMC’s Anti-Ragging Cell will hold a meeting to gather input from students, parents, and student associations. Those interested in participating can register through a Google Form by May 25, 2024.
Department of Consumer Affairs Seeks To Mandate Indian Standard On Online Consumer Reviews
The Department of Consumer Affairs is considering a Quality Control Order (QCO) based on the IS 19000:2022 standard. This standard outlines principles for collection, moderation, and publication of online reviews. It emphasizes integrity, accuracy, privacy, and transparency.
SOP For +F Endorsement Certificate Revised
FSSAI has created a specific list of approved products in FoSCoS. This list defines which processed food products can be legally fortified under the Food Safety and Standards (Fortification of Food) Regulations 2018 and the 2020 amendments.
