New Draft Occupational Safety Rules in Meghalaya 2024
Government of Meghalaya introduced the Draft Meghalaya Occupational Safety, Health, and Working Conditions Rules 2024 to factories, establishments, buildings,
MIDC Introduces New Online Submission of FORM 8 for Fire Safety Approvals
MIDC Introduces New Online Submission of FORM 8 for Fire Safety Approvals
Goa Government Issues Notification for Aadhaar-Based Authentication in LPG Cylinder Scheme
The Goa Department of Civil Supplies mandates Aadhaar authentication for LPG Cylinder Scheme, 2023. The scheme provides Rs. 275 per month for LPG refills to AAY ration cardholders
NGRB Introduces Amendment for Compression Facilities in City Gas Networks
Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB) issued the Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (Technical Standards and Specifications including Safety Standards for City or Local Natural Gas Distribution Networks) Third Amendment Regulations, 2024.
Ministry of Labour and Employment Declares Nuclear Fuel and Atomic Energy Industry as Public Utility Service for Six More Months
Ministry of Labour and Employment Declares Nuclear Fuel and Atomic Energy Industry as Public Utility Service until December 28th 2024
BIS Update: Essential Standards for Electrical and Fire Safety
The Bureau of Indian Standards on issued the date of establishment and withdrawal for Indian Particulars related to High-Voltage Fuses for the External Protection of Shunt Capacitors.
New Amendments to the Pradhan Mantri JI-VAN Yojana: What You Need to Know
The Pradhan Mantri JI-VAN Yojana, designed to promote the development of biofuels, has been updated with new provisions to enhance its scope and effectiveness.
Why Are Coaching Centres Playing With Fire?
The Supreme Court (SC) of India has taken suo motu cognizance of fire safety norms in buildings and coaching institutes. The Court has expressed sharp criticism of coaching centers as “death chambers” highlighting the gravity of the issue.
The Gujarat Laws (Amendment Of Provisions) Ordinance, 2024
The Government of Gujarat on July 1, 2024, issued the Gujarat Laws (Amendment Of Provisions) Ordinance, 2024 to further amend the provisions of the Acts made by the State Of Gujarat to give effect to the references to the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023, the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023 and the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA), 2023 in place of reference to the Indian Penal Code, 1860, the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 and the Evidence Act, 1872 respectively in the said Acts.
Union Health Ministry Emphasizes Fire Safety in Hospitals
States and UTs must conduct routine assessments to identify potential fire hazards. They shall conduct regular fire drills to familiarize staff and patients with evacuation routes and safety protocols. Hospitals shall also implement fire safety plans.
