EPFO Issues MACP Guidelines for Social Security Assistants
EPFO withdraws the 2015 circular and clarifies MACP benefits for Social Security Assistants, ensuring correct financial upgradation from Level-5 to Level-6.
Chhattisgarh Shops and Establishments Act Now Effective
The Chhattisgarh Shops and Establishments Act, 2017 is now effective from 13th February 2025,regulating work conditions, wages, and employee rights in the state
Chhattisgarh Grants Paid Leave for Workers During Elections
Chhattisgarh grants paid leave to factory workers on election days, ensuring they can vote. Special provisions are made for factories to enable participatioN
ESIC Offers 100% Coverage for Cochlear Implant Repairs
ESIC announces full financial support, up to ₹5,35,000, for cochlear implant repairs or replacements, offering cashless benefits to eligible beneficiaries.
Karnataka Mandates Tender Entries in KPPP for Transparency
Karnataka government mandates entering tender and progress details in the KPPP Contract Management Module to enhance transparency and accountability in procurement
Govt Extends Iron and Steel Industry’s Public Utility Status
The government extends the Iron and Steel sector’s public utility status for 6 months, ensuring stability and protection from strikes, vital for economic growth
Nagaland Seek Public Feedback on Draft Industrial Rules 2025
The Government of Nagaland invites public feedback on the Draft Industrial Relations Rules, 2025, for 45 days, inviting suggestions and objections.
Government Intensifies Efforts to Curb Tobacco Use Among Youth
The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare is actively working to reduce tobacco use among young people through a combination of legislation, guidelines, awareness campaigns, and restrictions on the sale of tobacco products.
Government initiatives to support women owned enterprises
The Pradhan Mantri Virasat Ka Samvardhan (PM VIKAS) is a flagship Scheme of the Ministry of Minority Affairs which converges five erstwhile schemes viz. ‘Seekho Aur Kamao’, ‘Nai Manzil’, ‘Nai Roshni’, ‘Hamari Dharohar’ and ‘USTTAD’; and focuses on upliftment of six notified minority communities through skill development; entrepreneurship and leadership of minority women; and education support for school dropouts.
AB-PMJAY Enhances Hospital Empanelment and Grievance Redressal Mechanisms
The Indian government has strengthened the empanelment process for hospitals under the Ayushman Bharat – Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY) and enhanced its grievance redressal system to ensure beneficiaries receive quality healthcare services.
