Polyethylene Material for Moulding and Extrusion (Quality Control) Amendment Order, 2024
This amendment acknowledges the diverse applications and specifications within the polyethylene industry, tailoring the regulations to ensure effective quality control without unduly burdening specific classes of polyethylene material. Industry stakeholders and manufacturers are advised to familiarize themselves with the amended order and implement necessary adjustments to their processes to comply with the revised quality control standards.
Program On Honey Production Held By Government of Goa
This Ordinance maybe called the Manipur Labour Laws (Exemption from Renewal of registration and license by establishments) Ordinance 2023, It shall extent to the whole of Manipur. It shall come into force once. This Notification provides ordinance on employer relation, establishments, commencement of the act.
Arunachal Pradesh and Nagaland Issue List of Holidays
The Governor of Arunachal Pradesh is pleased to declare that the holidays as specified
in the Annexure- will be observed in all the offices and institutions under Government of Arunachal
Pradesh during the year 2024. The Deputy Commissioners in respect of their respective districts except the Deputy Commissioner, Capital Complex, Itanagar, are authorized to declare 2 (two) days as Local Holiday out of the festivals enlisted in Annexure-lll. As regards Capital Complex, Local Holiday will be observed on 26/02/2024 on account of Nyokum festival.
BIS Revises Standards for Power Transformers, Forceps, Tobacco Products and Cigarettes
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has introduced certain standards for Power Transformers, Forceps, Tobacco Products and Cigarettes. These notifications were published on January 2, 2024.
Chief Minister of Gujarat Reveals Projects Worth 266 Crores
The Gujarat government has decided to construct 15 iconic bus ports across the state. Currently, 10 bus ports are operational, and today marks the commencement of the 11th bus port in Bhuj. The inauguration of the Bhuj Bus Port means that outstanding facilities will be available not only to tourists in Kutch but to the entire state.
Guidelines on Management of Pyro-metallurgical Slags
The guidelines also outline specific areas where iron and steel slags can be used, such as cement production, aggregate in cement-concrete, and construction of roads and railways. Iron and Steel plants intending to use slag for other purposes are required to submit proposals to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) through the respective State Pollution Control Boards (SPCB) or Pollution Control Committees (PCC).
Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs Approves Minimum Support Prices for Copra in 2024 Season
The approved MSPs for the 2024 season represent an increase of Rs.300 per quintal for milling copra and Rs.250 per quintal for ball copra compared to the previous season. This increased MSP not only ensures better returns for coconut growers but also serves as an incentive for farmers to expand copra production to meet the rising demand for coconut products, both domestically and internationally.
National Consumer Day 2023 Celebrated with Emphasis on Technology and Consumer Protection
As part of the celebrations, several initiatives were inaugrated including the e-JAGRITI portal for consumer commissions, VC Facility at NCDRC, Drone certification facility at NTH, new laboratories at National Test House, and an exchange of MoU between NTH and RRSL for mutual collaboration in EV testing. The event featured a technical session on themes such as “Artificial Intelligence & the Protection of Consumer Rights,” “Role of Technology in Speedy Disposal of Consumer Cases,” and “Impact of Dark Patterns on Consumer Choices & Preferences.”
Central Government Opens Window for Ethanol Production Boost
The Central Government has specified that applicants must secure loan disbursal from eligible financial institutions within one year or by June 30, 2024, whichever is later, from the date of in-principle approval by the Department of Food and Public Distribution (DFPD). Additionally, the project must be completed within two years from the date of the disbursement of the first installment of the loan.
Schemes to Benefit Unorganized Workers
In order to protect the welfare of unorganized Gig (Gig) workers, a separate committee will be set up for them by Government of Tamil Nadu. Registration of Tamil Nadu Internet based Gig (Gig), named Tamil Nadu Platform based gig. Workers Welfare Board has been created and an order has been issued.
