Wages-Protected Holidays Scheduled for J&K Voters in Upcoming Elections
The Government of Jammu & Kashmir, under the General Administration Department, has declared paid holidays for the upcoming general elections to the Legislative Assembly in 2024. As per the Election Commission of India’s directive dated 16 August 2024, the holidays will be observed on 18th September, 25th September, and 1st October 2024, according to the phase-wise schedule of the elections.
New Punjab’s Youth Services Policy 2024
Youth Services Policy – 2024. This policy aims to enhance the development of the state’s youth by providing structured opportunities and support in various aspects of their lives.
Simplifying Drone Ownership and Operation: A New Milestone
On August 21, 2024, the Ministry of Civil Aviation issued a crucial amendment to the Drone Rules, 2021, to support the Prime Minister’s “Drone Ki Udaan” initiative. This initiative, aimed at empowering women’s self-help groups through training and financial aid for drone operation and maintenance.
NMC Stresses on Strict Compliance With Orders on Sexual Harassment
The NHRC orders pertain to the implementation of the Sexual Harassment of Women at Work Place (Prevention, Prohibition, and Redressal) Act, 2013. Information regarding the constitution and composition of the ICCs/LCs/ICs, details of the e-mail IDs and contact numbers of the designated person(s), the procedure prescribed for submitting an online complaint, as also the relevant rules, regulations and internal policies are made readily available on the website of the concerned Authority/ Functionary/ Organisation/ Institution/ Body, as the case may be.
A New Opportunity for Milk Plants- Vivadon Ka Samadhan Scheme
This scheme provides a unique opportunity for milk plants in the state to settle their dues while benefiting from reduced penalties and interest.
Price Trends and Inflation in Mizoram: March 2024 Overview
The Directorate of Economics and Statistics, Mizoram, regularly gathers wholesale and retail price data from all district headquarters to monitor market conditions. For March 2024, the Central Statistics Office reported an annual inflation rate of 2.95% in Mizoram, notably lower than the all-India rate of 4.85%.
New Puducherry Rules for Transgender Identity Certificates
The Government of Puducherry has formalized the Puducherry Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Rules, 2024, aimed at supporting transgender individuals. The rules outline the process for obtaining a Certificate of Identity, which is essential for legal recognition of gender.
Implementation of Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan In Medical Colleges and Institutions
The NMC has provided detailed guidelines for implementing the campaign, including the composition of the committees, their roles and responsibilities, and the activities to be undertaken. Medical colleges are also required to submit comprehensive reports to the relevant government departments.
Establishment of Tobacco Cessation Centers in All Medical Colleges
A mandatory webinar will be conducted on August 20, 2024 from 2pm to 3pm, to guide medical institutes on setting up and managing these centers. This initiative, aligned with the Tobacco Free Youth Campaign 2.0, aims to provide comprehensive support to individuals seeking to quit tobacco. The centers will offer essential services and counseling to help people overcome addiction.
New Nationwide Digital Life Certificate Campaign 3.0
The DLC Campaign 3.0 is an ambitious nationwide initiative designed to facilitate the digital submission of life certificates by pensioners.
