BIS Revises Standards On Surgical Instruments And Dentistry
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has revised certain standards on Thoracic Surgery Instruments And Dentistry. These notifications were published on June 26, 2024. All these standards were established on June 6, 2024 and their previous versions will be withdrawn from September 6, 2024.
BIS Revises Standards On Cast Iron, Metallic Materials and Human Resource Management
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has revised certain standards on Microstructure Of Cast Iron, Rice Milling Yield, Cultivation Structures, Metallic Materials And Human Resource Management. These notifications were published on June 26, 2024.
Government Imposes Stock Limits on Wheat to Control Prices and Prevent Hoarding
In a bid to ensure food security and curb price hikes, the Government of India has imposed stock limits on wheat across the country. This move comes into effect immediately from June 24, 2024 and will remain in place until March 31, 2025. The new limits apply to traders, wholesalers, retailers, big chain retailers, and processors across all states and union territories.
Deadline Extended for Comments on Imported Coal Escalation Rate Methodology
CERC issued a public notice on May 24, 2024, seeking stakeholder feedback on the proposed shift from bi-annual to monthly escalation rates for imported coal. The initial deadline for comments was June 24, 2024. Recognizing the need for wider participation, CERC has extended the deadline for submissions until July 8, 2024.
New Framework Ensures Quality and Choice for Solar Products under PM-Surya Ghar Yojana
This framework will ensure that consumers will have access to a clear list of approved solar product models. Additionally, only high-efficiency and warranty-backed solar products will be included in the list. Consumers can choose products that best suit their needs and budget.
National Green Hydrogen Mission Boosts Green Ammonia Production Target
The amended guidelines now offer incentives for the production of 750,000 MT per year. This target was initially fixed at 550,000 metric tonnes (MT) of green ammonia per year. The MNRE has also indicated the possibility of further increasing this target based on future demand.
The Boiler (Inquiry, Adjudication and Appeal) Rules, 2024
These rules establish a clear and structured framework for handling complaints, inquiries, adjudications, and appeals related to boiler safety violations under the Boilers Act, 1923. The rules apply across all Indian Union Territories.
Draft Indian Petroleum and Explosives Safety Service (Amendment) Rules, 2024
The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) is seeking public comment on the proposed appointment of a Director (Administration) at the Petroleum & Explosives Safety Organisation (PESO) headquarters in Nagpur. Stakeholders can submit their feedback by July 20, 2024, to Shri Pritam Kumar, Under Secretary (Explosives), DPIIT.
CDSCO Publishes List Of Drugs Declared As Not Of Standard Quality And Spurious For May 2024
The NSQ drug list specifies a total of 13 drugs that were detected to be deficient by State Lab Drugs Control Laboratory, Telangana. Out of these 23 drugs, 8 were declared to be not of standard quality and the remaining 5 were misbranded. The NSQ drug list for central CDSCO laboratories specifies a total of 39 drugs that were detected to be deficient.
New Post Office Act Streamlines Services for Citizens
The Act replaces the Indian Post Office Act of 1898 with a more streamlined legislative framework. This aims to improve efficiency and enhance service delivery for citizens. The focus has shifted towards citizen-centric services, including the delivery of government benefits, banking services, and other essential offerings, directly to citizens, particularly in remote areas.
