Smart Cities Mission Boosts Education and Safety in Indian Cities
Teachers report increased comfort using smart classrooms, which in turn, has positively impacted student learning experiences and attendance across select Smart Cities. Women in Chennai, Nagpur, and Tumakuru report feeling safer in public spaces due to the implementation of robust safety measures, including smart lighting and panic buttons.
UP Government Announces Amendment to Construction Workers’ Employment Rules: New Changes and Implications
Govt of UP issued the Building and Other Construction Workers (Regulation of Employment and Conditions of Service) (Sixth Amendment) Rules, 2024.
Strict Enforcement of GRAP in Delhi-NCR to Combat Air Pollution
Over 7,000 Construction and Demolition (C&D) sites were inspected, leading to penalties and closures for non-compliance. Approximately 1,400 industries were inspected, and actions were taken against violators. Around 1,300 DG sets were inspected, and non-compliant units were penalized.
Central Government Revises Enemy Property Laws to Empower Occupants
Ministry of Home Affairs in India issued an important notification regarding the disposal of enemy property.
Maharashtra Government Issues Amendment Ordinance on Land Holdings
Government of Maharashtra notified the Maharashtra Prevention of Fragmentation and Consolidation of Holdings (Amendment) Ordinance, 2024.
Fair Pay for All: Himachal Pradesh’s Revised Minimum Wage Structure
The Government of Himachal Pradesh announced an important revision to the minimum wages applicable across various employment sectors, set to take effect from April 1, 2024.
India Introduces Ecomark Certification Scheme to Promote Environment-Friendly Products
The Government of India has introduced the Ecomark Certification Scheme to encourage the production and consumption of environmentally friendly products. This scheme was introduced through the Ecomark Rules, 2024. Under these rules, products eligible for Ecomark certification must meet specific criteria related to resource consumption, waste generation, emissions, and overall environmental impact.
RERA’s New Guidelines for Revised Project Approvals in Bihar
the Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RERA) of Bihar announced important guidelines for promoters seeking approval for revised sanctioned maps of registered projects
Himachal Pradesh Town and Country Planning (Thirteenth Amendment) Rules 2024
the Town and Country Planning Department of Himachal Pradesh issued the Draft Himachal Pradesh Town and Country Planning (Thirteenth Amendment) Rules 2024.
Himachal Pradesh Town and Country Planning (Twelfth Amendment) Rules, 2024
The proposed changes will be formally called the Himachal Pradesh Town and Country Planning (Twelfth Amendment) Rules, 2024
