1% Reservation For Transgenders In All Public Employment In West Bengal
The Court ordered the state to implement a 1% reservation for transgender people in all public employment sectors. Additionally, recognizing Ms. Barik’s perseverance and qualifications, the Court directed her appointment as an Assistant Teacher in the primary section as a special case.
New Guidelines Streamline Compensation for Transmission Line Right-of-Way
Compensation applies only to high-voltage transmission lines (66 kV and above). It does not apply to sub-transmission lines or distribution lines. District authorities will determine compensation based on land value. States can offer higher compensation rates if needed. Additionally, alternate compensation options are available in areas with Transfer of Development Rights (TDR) policies.
FSSAI Strengthens Measures to Remove Unsafe Food from Market
If a primary lab report finds a sample unsafe, the FSSAI directs Designated Officers (DOs) or Central Licensing Authorities (CLAs) must prohibit the Food Business Operator (FBO) from selling the unsafe food product, and must initiate food recall in specified cases. Such timely removal of unsafe food products is vital for safeguarding public health.
NMC Issues Deadline for Medical PG Broad Specialty 2021 Batch Examinations
NMC has issued a reminder all universities to follow the established schedule for PG Broad Specialty Courses for Academic Year 2021. This includes completing the academic curriculum and conducting exams for PG broad specialty degree students admitted in 2021 by December 31, 2024.
Advance Declaration of Holidays To Medical Colleges in AEBAS Module
Medical colleges are now mandated to input details of gazetted holidays and local administrative holidays in advance for the entire calendar year/semester. Retroactive updates to AEBAS data for holidays, leaves, and vacations are strictly prohibited. Any failure to comply with these guidelines may result in serious action against the medical college.
Delhi-NCR Migrates Inter-city Bus Services To Cleaner Modes
Upon deliberations with all concerned stakeholders, it was decided that older polluting buses (BS-III and BS-IV) entering Delhi-NCR from neighboring states will be phased out. These buses will be replaced with cleaner options such as Electric Vehicles (EVs), Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) buses and BS-VI diesel compliant buses (latest emission standards). This directive applies to buses operated by state governments, public sector undertakings (PSUs), and private entities.
JERC Amends Standards of Performance for Distribution Licensees in Goa and UTs
The amendment regulations introduce new performance indices for licensees which must be calculated and reported, with the data made accessible on their websites. Licensees are required to compensate consumers for failure to meet performance standards, adjust bills within 90 days, and establish an online grievance platform within six months.
Central Government Notifies Implementation Of Transmission Schemes For Renewable Energy Zones
The Ministry has notified new transmission schemes to evacuate power from renewable energy zones and strengthen system infrastructure. Projects include enhancing transmission facilities at Barmer Power Station for Rajasthan REZ Phase-IV and upgrading Koppal-II and Gadag-II substations.
CERC Issues Renewable Energy Tariff Regulations, 2024
The regulations address over-generation, tariff design, and financial principles for cost and return calculations. They also require developers to recover statutory charges and allow for deviations, regulation relaxation, and implementation issue resolution.
NPPA Approves 15% Price Increase for Ciprofloxacin Injection by Aculife Healthcare
The National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA) has approved a 15% increase in the ceiling price of Ciprofloxacin Injection 200mg/100ml for M/s Aculife Healthcare Pvt. Ltd., due to the special features of their packaging. The ceiling price has been fixed as Rs. 0.23/ ml (plus applicable Goods and Services Tax). Prices for all such formulations must be revised downward if they exceed the set ceiling price plus local taxes.
