Power Generators To Sell Surplus Electricity in Market
The Ministry has observed that some power generators are not offering surplus power (beyond their contracted commitments) in the market. This leads to unused capacity at the national level, potentially impacting grid efficiency. Hence, the Ministry has clarified that generators, including those with long-term FSAs, can sell surplus power in the market as per the Electricity Act and related regulations.
CDSCO Seeks Public Input on Subject Expert Committee Meetings
SEC meetings involve discussions on various aspects of drug development and regulation. The CDSCO aims to improve SEC meetings to better align with stakeholder expectations. Hence, a meeting will be held on April 26, 2024 from 5pm to 6pm.
BIS Revises Standards for Antibacterial Soap, Bitumen Emulsion and Geosynthetics
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has issued revised certain standards for Antibacterial Soap, Bitumen Emulsion and Geosynthetics. These standards were established on April 9, 2024. The previous versions of these standards will be withdrawn from July 8, 2024.
Veterinary Council of India Announces Elections for New Members
The Veterinary Council of India (VCI) is holding elections to elect new members from registered veterinary practitioners. Only individuals registered in the Indian Veterinary Practitioners Register of the VCI can submit nominations. These individuals can send or deliver their nomination paper in Form-I. Alternatively, the eligible candidates have the option to submit their nomination papers online to the returning officer by e-mail.
MOHFW Seeks Public Feedback on Proposed Changes to Central Health Services Rules
The specific focus of the amendment proposal is on Schedule VIII of the Central Health Services (Amendment) Rules, 2019. The amendment proposes to delete “Head of Department of Respective Specialty” from Serial Number ix in Schedule VIII of the Central Health Services (Amendment) Rules, 2019. Stakeholders have until May 8, 2024 to submit their comments and suggestions.
Delhi Gears Up to Fight Mosquito-Borne Diseases
With the arrival of mosquito season, the Delhi Municipal Corporation has urged all institutions to take action against mosquito breeding grounds. Delhi Municipal Corporation (MCD) will take legal action against institutions that create mosquito breeding grounds.
Tea Board Updates NABL Accredited Laboratories Under Integrated Assessment Scheme
The tea board had last updated this list on February 20, 2024. Now by the present notice, the tea board has added Envirocare Labs Pvt. Ltd., Thane having lab ID no. T-0784 and certificate no. TC-8284 to its listed of accredited labs.
India Limits Export Routes for Essential Goods to Maldives Amidst Tensions
The Indian government has imposed restrictions on the export of certain essential commodities to the Maldives for the 2024-25 fiscal year. The restrictions apply to essential commodities categorized as “prohibited” or “restricted” under Indian foreign trade regulations.
NMC Extends Deadline for Annual Declaration
The present notice highlights that some institutions have not yet uploaded their annual declaration details. Hence, NMC has decided to extend the deadline for submission of this declaration till April 25, 2024.
March 2024 Escalation Rates For Imported Coal
The cost of imported coal has seen a slight decrease of 0.56%. However, the cost of transporting imported coal has increased by 5.19%. The cost of handling imported coal within India has also decreased by 0.61%.
