Rights of Persons with Disabilities (Amendment) Rules, 2023

By the present amendment rules, every establishment must comply with the rural sector specific harmonized accessibility standards/guidelines. Scope of accessibility guidelines in DoRD include provision of guidelines for making various assets created and activities undertaken through the different schemes being implemented by DoRD, accessible to persons with disabilities.

Webinar on Use of Inhalers in Asthma

This webinar is scheduled to take place on November 28, 2023 at 4pm. The seminar will be conducted by Dr. Madu Mahan. This will be the 71st webinar in an ongoing series being conducted by the CGHS.

Nursing Institutions to Participate in All-India CPR Awareness Program

The programme is specifically designed for young individuals and those without a medical background nationwide. This initiative will feature a brief video outlining the advantages of CPR and providing instructions on its proper implementation. Additionally, a doctor will be available at each location to address any inquiries from participants.

Participation of Medical Colleges in All-India CPR Awareness Program

The program aims to spread awareness and provide essential training in administering Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) effectively. This NBEMS initiative is collaborative effort towards building a more informed and prepared community, emphasizing the importance of timely and effective CPR administration in saving lives.

IREDA Promotes Transparency with New CSR Portal

The portal aims at streamlining the receipt and disposal of CSR requests from various organizations and institutions. It incorporates a CSR policy and proposal checklist, thus providing a comprehensive framework for the examination of CSR requests.

Integrity Pledge Administered To The Staff And Officers Of NMC

The Integrity Pledge serves as a powerful symbol of the NMC’s commitment to ethical conduct and underscores the organization’s dedication to its mission of ensuring quality healthcare services and medical education across the nation. This initiative not only encourages the NMC staff but also extends the commitment to individuals across the nation, allowing them to actively participate in the fight against corruption.

Constitution of the Juvenile Justice Board-Vll in National Capital Territory of Delhi 

The primary role of the Board is to safeguard the rights of the child throughout the entire process, from apprehension to inquiry, aftercare, and rehabilitation. It is also responsible for ensuring the child’s access to legal aid through legal services institutions. Furthermore, the Board is tasked with conducting at least one inspection visit to residential facilities for children in conflict with the law every month, providing recommendations for enhancing the quality of services to the District Child Protection Unit and the state government.

Government of India Dismisses Misleading Claims About OTT Smoking Warnings

In an effort to prioritize public health, the Indian government has extended the Cigarettes and Other Tobacco Products (COTP) film rules to OTT platforms. The OTT Rules 2023 came into effect on September 1, 2023. Under these rules, all OTT platforms, including popular services like Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney + Hotstar, Jio Cinema, Sony LIV, ALTBalaji, and Voot, are now required to display anti-tobacco health spots, prominent static messages, and audio-visual disclaimers highlighting the ill-effects of tobacco use as specified in the rules.