New Agra Cantonment Board Solid Waste Management Bye-laws, 2024

On July 22, 2024, The Ministry of Defence released the Draft Agra Cantonment Board Solid Waste Management Bye-laws, 2024. They represent a significant step toward improving waste management in the area. By focusing on waste segregation, efficient collection, and proper disposal, these regulations aim to foster a cleaner and more sustainable environment.

New Draft Rules to Amend Water Pollution Control Act

The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change on July 19th,2024 notified the Draft Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) (Amendment)Rules 2024 that aim to strengthen the enforcement of water pollution laws and ensure that offenders are held accountable. Public participation is encouraged to ensure that the final rules are comprehensive and effective.

New Amendments to Assam Elementary Education Rules

The Assam Elementary Education (Provincialisation) (4th Amendment) Rules, 2024, reflect the government’s commitment to strengthening the education sector by making the recruitment process more inclusive and efficient. This move is expected to not only benefit the teachers but also improve the overall quality of education in the state.

New Rules for Vehicle Registration in Chandigarh

The Chandigarh Administration Transport Department announced an important update to the vehicle registration rules on July 22nd ,2024.
This rule aims to ensure that the retention of registration numbers is handled more carefully and responsibly. By requiring a three-year ownership period, the administration hopes to prevent misuse and ensure that the retention process is fair.

New BH-Series Vehicle Registration Rules: What You Need to Know

The tax rules for BH-Series vehicles have been updated. Previously, payment of vehicle tax was for a period of 2 years at a time. With the new rule, when the vehicle is registered under the BH-Series, payment of tax covers 14 years in total. This is done in a single payment or in two-year increments

No More Glanders Disease Restrictions in Kaithal District

Haryana Government Lifts Glanders Disease Restrictions in Kaithal District
The lifting of the CONTROL AREA status means that:
Equine animals can now move freely within Kaithal District.
These animals can also be transported in and out of Kaithal District without restrictions.
Events such as horse races, fairs, exhibitions, games, and gatherings involving horses and other equine animals can now be held in Kaithal District.

Odisha’s New Minimum Wage Rates: What You Need to Know

The Government of Odisha has revised the minimum wage rates for various types of workers across different sectors on 18th July.
Revised Wage Rates:
Unskilled: Rs. 450.00 per day
Semi-skilled: Rs. 500.00 per day
Skilled: Rs. 550.00 per day
Highly Skilled: Rs. 600.00 per day