Applications Invited For Foreign Medical Graduate Examination June 2024
The exam allows Indian citizens or Overseas Citizens of India with medical degrees from abroad to practice medicine in India upon passing. Applications can only be submitted online through the NBEMS website from April 29th, 2024 (1:00 PM onwards) to May 20th, 2024 (until 11:55 PM).
Survey On Mental Health And Well-being Of Medical Students
This initiative is undertaken by the NMC’s National Task Force on Mental Health and Well-being of Medical Students. The survey aims to gather data on the mental health experiences of both students and faculty within medical colleges.
Supreme Court Champions Leave For Working Mothers of Special Needs Children
Himachal Pradesh must reconsider granting Child Care Leave (CCL) to mothers, especially those with children with special needs. A committee led by the Chief Secretary will explore all aspects of CCL for mothers with disabled children. Its report must be submitted to the Court by July 31, 2024.
New Industrial Siting Guidelines Issued In Telangana
Minimum distances from rivers, lakes, and notified water bodies are specified for different industry categories based on pollution potential. Industries near scattered houses (less than 40 or population of 200) might require additional safeguards based on project specifics. Projects within 500 meters of a water body require a NOC from the Irrigation and Command Area Development (I&CAD) department to ensure no obstruction of natural drainage.
India Allows Limited Onion Exports To Specified Countries
It may be recalled that a ban on onion exports was implemented due to concerns about lower crop yields compared to the previous year. However, the government has now permitted limited exports to Bangladesh, UAE, Bhutan, Bahrain, Mauritius and Sri Lanka,
Updated Standards for City Natural Gas Distribution Networks in India
The amendments primarily focus on updating standards for natural gas metering equipment within these networks. Additionally, it has deleted specifications referencing “Thermal Mass Flow” and conformity to ISO 14511.
New Rules Regulate Captive Elephant Transfers and Transport in India
The rules provide that transfers and transport of elephants require separate applications to be submitted to designated forest department officials. These applications must be accompanied by veterinary health certificates.
India Seeks Collaboration With Bilthoven Biologicals For OPV Production
The Indian government seeks to collaborate with Bilthoven Biologicals, owned by Serum Institute of India. Through this collaboration it aims to enhance Oral Polio Vaccine (OPV) production capacity. It also seeks to contribute to global vaccine security.
IREDA Chairperson Highlights India’s Green Push at World Energy Congress
The chairperson highlighted India’s ambitious target of achieving 500 GW of non-fossil fuel energy capacity by 2030, positioning it as a leader in the fight against climate change. He emphasized India’s commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2070, further solidifying its climate goals.
MNER Further Extends R&D Proposal Deadline Under Green Hydrogen Mission
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has announced a final extension for submitting proposals under the National Green Hydrogen Mission’s (NGHM) R&D scheme. The deadline for submitting R&D proposals has been extended to May 12th, 2024.