Indian Nursing Council Recognizes Specific Universities for PhD (N) Qualification
The Indian Nursing Council (INC) has issued a notification specifying the universities whose Ph.D. (Nursing) qualifications will be recognized under Section 10 of the Indian Nursing Council Act, 1947. Only Ph.D. (N) degrees awarded by universities listed in the notification will be considered valid.
Second Special Stray Vacancy Round Announced for BDS & B.Sc Nursing Seats
The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) and Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) have announced a Second Special Stray Vacancy Round for filling vacant BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) and B.Sc (Bachelor of Science) Nursing seats across India. This round comes after the completion of the Special Stray Vacancy Round held in November and the ongoing State Counselling rounds.
Government Ramps Up Production of Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices in India
The PLI scheme for Bulk Drugs, with a financial outlay of Rs. 6,940 crore, incentivizes the manufacturing of essential Key Starting Materials (KSMs), Drug Intermediates (DIs), and Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs). With a budget of Rs. 15,000 crore, the PLI Scheme for Pharmaceuticals focuses on high-value products like patented/off-patented drugs, biopharmaceuticals, complex generics, and anti-cancer drugs. The PLI Scheme for Promoting Domestic Manufacturing of Medical Devices targets high-end medical devices previously imported into India.
India Introduces New Regulations for Solar PV Cell Manufacturing
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has announced a new amendment to the Approved Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) order, which will mandate the use of domestically manufactured solar PV cells in solar modules. The government will introduce a separate list for solar PV cells, similar to the existing list for solar PV modules.
NMC Invites Applications for New Medical Colleges and Seat Increases
The application portal will be open from December 5, 2024, to January 4, 2025. Applicants must adhere to the guidelines outlined in the MARB Guidelines for assessment of medical colleges/institutions-2024. Applications will undergo a rigorous evaluation process, including document verification and physical inspections.
National Medical Commission Cracks Down on Ragging in Medical Colleges
The National Medical Commission (NMC) has announced a renewed focus on curbing the menace of ragging in medical colleges across India. This initiative comes in response to the recent tragic death of a first-year MBBS student at GMERS Medical College and Hospital, Dharpur, allegedly due to ragging.
Government Steps in to Support Onion Farmers with Market Intervention Scheme
The Government of India has implemented the Market Intervention Scheme (MIS) to safeguard the interests of farmers cultivating perishable horticultural crops, including onions. This initiative is designed to stabilize market prices and prevent farmers from incurring losses due to price fluctuations.
PM-KISAN: Empowering India’s Farmers
The PM-KISAN scheme, launched in 2019, has emerged as a cornerstone of the Indian government’s efforts to support farmers. This direct benefit transfer (DBT) scheme provides financial assistance to eligible landholding farmers, irrespective of their landholding size.
PM Surya Ghar: A Solar Revolution in India
The government offers a generous subsidy of up to 40% to households, making rooftop solar installations more affordable. Additionally, collateral-free loans at low-interest rates are available to facilitate the adoption of solar power. The government has also launched the “Model Solar Village” initiative, aiming to establish one such village in each district. These villages will serve as examples of sustainable energy practices and community empowerment.
Stage IV and III of Graded Response Action Plan Revoked As Delhi’s Air Quality Improves
Delhi’s air quality has shown significant improvement, leading to the revocation of Stage IV and Stage III of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP), according to a press release issued by the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM).
