DGS issues circular on Collection of data from all Indian Ships
The Directorate General of Shipping (DGS) has issued a circular regarding the collection of data from all Indian Ships irrespective of size. This data is sought for the Implementation of Energy Efficiency Existing Ship Index (EEXI), Carbon Intensity Indicator (CII), Single Use of Plastics, and issuance of Electronic Bulk Mail Delivery Note system (E-BDN) by Bunker Suppliers. The implementation will be verified in the International Safety Management (ISM) audits as applicable to company/ships and non-compliance will be viewed as a very serious issue by the Directorate and may lead to the withdrawal of respective certificates.
ESIC issues a Memorandum on extension of benefits of ESIC Pensioners Medical Scheme, 2006
The Employees State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) has issued a memorandum extending the benefits of the ESIC Pensioners’ Medical Scheme to retired employees of NPS Subscriber and the family Members of the deceased employees under NPS Subscription in ESIC. The memorandum was issued on 6th January, 2023.
BIS publishes Three Indian Standards in the area of Electronics
The Bureau of Indian Standards has published three significant Indian Standards in the area of Electronics. These are the Indian Standard for digital television receivers with built in satellite tuners, Indian Standard for USB Type C Receptacles, Plug and Cables and Indian Standards for Video Surveillance Systems.
UGC issues a notification on its Strategy for National Suicide Prevention
The notice acknowledges that suicide is a tragic loss of life that impacts those living with the loss and society as a whole. It goes on to state that with the right interventions suicide is preventable. Hence UGC requests higher educational institutions to take action as listed in the National Suicide Prevention Strategy on a priority basis.
NEST organizes “4 days Capacity Building Workshop” for EMRS faculty members on the Nutrition & Mental Wellbeing of tribal students
The first batch of the training program was launched in Bhubaneshwar, Odisha and will comprise of 4 days, i.e. till 6th January 2023. The training covers topics of nutrition, mental health, and general well-being of tribal school children. This training will enable the principals and teachers to learn about the pertinent physical and mental health topics in the context of the tribal ecosystem and shall help them in replicating the outcomes in their respective tribal schools.
UGC directs higher educational institutions to develop Nagar Van/Vatikas on their premises
The UGC requests higher educational institutions and their affiliated colleges/institutions to develop Nagar Van/Vatikas in their institution premises. These will be developed in coordination with the Forest Department of the States/UTs.
Government of Kerala issues a notification regarding Bill Discounting System
The government has now issued that the scheduled date for payment of bills/Cheques in respect of Contractors/Suppliers/Accredited Agencies of all Departments/Institutions/Public Sector Undertakings for the month of December 2022 will be June 13, 2023.
Central Consumer Protection Authority issues notices against the online sale of acids
CCPA questioned the sale of highly corrosive acids on e-commerce platforms as the availability of hazardous acids can be dangerous and unsafe for consumers and the public at large.
Centrally Sponsored Scheme for setting up 1023 Fast Track Special Courts to provide speedy justice to victims of rape
Vulnerable Witness Deposition Complexes (such as those established in Delhi) shall be set up in other districts as well.
‘Dare to Dream’ scheme for promoting start ups
DRDO has been launching Dare to Dream Contest every year since 2019 to bring together innovators, entrepreneurs, individuals above 18 years and start-ups (recognised by DPIIT and with Indian founders) for innovative ideas in the field of Defence and Aerospace.
