FSSAI Proposes Streamlined Food Import Clearance Fee
The Basic Food Import Clearance Fee (BFICF) would replace existing fees with a single, standardized charge of Rs. 8400 + applicable GST per Bill of Entry (BoE). This fee would cover the cost of visual inspections, laboratory testing, and other processes required by the FSSAI. An individual Importer will pay a uniform basic fee amount to FSSAI for individual BoE, irrespective of the fact whether the same is referred by ICEGATE for FSSAI scrutiny procedure or not.
Indian Organ Donation Day To Be Celebrated On August 3, 2024
The Government of India is launching a major campaign, “Angdaan Jan Jagrukta Abhiyaan” (Mass Awareness Campaign on Organ Donation), to promote organ donation and bridge the gap between those needing transplants and available donors. All Central Government Ministries, hospitals, and medical colleges (both public and private) are urged to organize activities during the July campaign month and on August 3rd, 2024.
India Mandates Polio Vaccination for Travelers Entering The Country
Travelers must obtain a valid OPV (Oral Polio Vaccine) or IPV (Inactivated Polio Vaccine) certificate issued by a designated health officer in their home country. The advisory is effective for travel since May 1, 2024. However, due to limited OPV availability in some listed countries, it is revised to now accept IPV vaccination.
CAQM Enhances Plantation Drive to Combat Air Pollution
Recognizing the effectiveness of vegetation in mitigating dust, a major contributor to poor air quality, CAQM has set ambitious plantation targets. After exceeding the 2022-23 target of 3.85 crore new plantations, the Commission is aiming even higher for 2024-25, with a target of 4.5 crore new trees across NCR states and Delhi.
Electrical Safety Handbook For Students
Prepared by the National Federation of Engineers for Electrical Safety (NFEES), this handbook serves as a resource for students, educators, and parents. It covers essential topics like basic electrical principles, hazard identification, and preventive measures, presented in an accessible and engaging way.
India Leads the Way in Drafting Legal Framework for “One Health” Initiative
The consultation aims to assess India’s current legal framework for “One Health” activities. Participants will identify gaps and overlaps in existing laws and regulations, fostering multi-sectoral dialogue to develop actionable recommendations. The goal is to create a legal environment that facilitates collaboration between sectors responsible for human, animal, and environmental health.
India Hosts 64th Council Meeting of International Sugar Organization
India highlighted its role as the world’s largest sugar consumer and a significant biofuel producer. The the importance of biofuels in combating climate change and the success of India’s Ethanol Blended with Petrol (EBP) Programme was also emphasised.
CPCB Issues Report on Pollution Source Mapping of River Hindon & Its Tributaries And Restoration Plan for Polluted Stretches
The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has issued a report highlighting the complex challenges associated with river rejuvenation projects in India. The report aims to bridge the gap between scientific knowledge and practical application for effective river rejuvenation. It focuses rejuvenation efforts to restore a river’s natural self-purification abilities, making it sustainable in the long run.
Cast Iron Products (Quality Control) Order, 2024
The Ministry of Commerce and Industry has issued the Cast Iron Products (Quality Control) Order, 2024. This order mandates stricter quality control measures for domestically manufactured cast iron products. It has come into effect June 21, 2024.
Improved Accessibility Standards For Educational Institutions Included In Rights Of Persons With Disabilities Amendment Rules
The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment has notified the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (Amendment) Rules, 2024. The amendments integrate the Accessibility Code for Educational Institutions into the existing Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPWD) Rules, 2017. This inclusion establishes a clear set of accessibility standards that educational institutions must adhere to. These standards aim to ensure inclusive learning environments for students with disabilities.
