Central Government to extend Aadhaar Based Payment Bridge System to MGNREGA
The Ministry of Rural Development has issued a press information bulletin on the extension of Aadhaar Based Payment Bridge System (ABPS) to Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA). This press information bulletin was issued on 3rd June, 2023. The Central Government has observed that in many cases due to frequent changes in Bank […]
Govt of Kerala extends facility for free online Aadhaar Renewal
The Govt of Kerala has issued a notice permitting the renewal of Aadhaar Cards for free until 14th June, 2023. Only individuals whose mobile numbers are linked with Aadhaar can use the online system.
Government of Sikkim have initiated measures to implement reservation under Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016
Every government establishment shall appoint in every government establishment not less than 4% of the total number of vacancies in the cadre strength in each group of posts meant to be filled with persons with benchmark disabilities of which, one per cent each shall be reserved for persons with benchmark disabilities.
Government launches Vivad se Vishwas scheme for relief to MSMEs for COVID-19 period, as announced in the Union Budget 2023-24
In cases of failure by MSMEs to execute contracts during the COVID period, 95 per cent of the forfeited amount relating to bid or performance security will be returned to them by Government and Government undertakings.
NITI Aayog Releases Compendium on Best Practices in Social Sector 2023
The seventy-five best practices highlight models which are innovative, sustainable, replicable and impactful. The aim of this exercise has been to synthesize lessons for the future to expand, enhance and improve life at the grassroots level.
Andhra Pradesh Rights of Persons with Disabilities Rules, 2023
Every health facility shall extend reproductive, mental and physical healthcare combined with family planning services to the disabled.
Govt. of Haryana directs Implementation of RTI Act and Rules
Govt. of Haryana has issued a letter directing the implementation of Right To Information Act, 2005 and the Rules framed thereunder. The letter lays down the procedure for dealing with RTI applications.
Measures to facilitate elderly, persons with disabilities, and others, Centre directs States/UT’s for special dispensation to beneficiaries
The ministry is allocating food grains to States/UTs for distribution through the Targeted Public Distribution System (TPDS) to around 80 crore beneficiaries/households covered under NFSA under the two categories (a) Antyodaya Anna Yojanna (AAY) and (b) Priority Households (PHH).
Information on availability of Unisex Toilets for Divyangjan and Inventory of Buildings
All technical universities and AICTE approved institutions are requested to furnish information on availability of unisex toilets in their institutions and details on inventory in the google form titled ‘Unisex toilet for Divyangjan’. This information shall be furnished on or before 15th April, 2023.
The Chhattisgarh Gambling Prohibition Act
The Act intends to curb the extraction of illegal money through gambling and satta. It also seeks to prevent gambling, including online gambling, as a social evil.
