Inclusion of QR Codes on Food Products for Accessibility by Visually Impaired Individuals
FSSAI suggests that one effective means of facilitating easy access to nutritional information for visually impaired individuals is to incorporate Quick Response (QR) codes on product labels. These QR codes should include product details such as ingredients, nutritional information, allergens and their warning, manufacturing date, best before/ expiry/ use by date and contact information for customer inquiries.
Union Health Minister addresses Gender Discrimination in India
The Union Minister for Health and Family Welfare, chaired the 29th meeting of the Central Supervisory Board (CSB). The central focus of the meeting was the concerning decline in the Child Sex Ratio (CSR) and Sex Ratio at Birth (SRB) in the country, highlighting the ongoing battle against sex-based discrimination and its consequences, including sex selection and pre-birth elimination.
Online registrations for Yuva Sangam (Phase III)
Yuva Sangam is an initiative by the Government of India to strengthen people-to-people connect between youth belonging to different States/UTs of India. Interested youth in the age group of 18-30 years, mainly students, NSS/ NYKS volunteers, employed/self-employed persons, etc. may register through the YUVA SANGAM portal to participate in the forthcoming Phase.
Government of west Bengal releases funds under infrastructure development schemes
In order to facilitate smooth functioning of infrastructure projects under SIDBI Cluster Development Fund (SCDF) in respect of this State; has released fund upto 50% of the whole year’s Budget provision i.e. Rs.65,00,00,000/- for the financial year 2023-24 relating to State Development Schemes.
Guidelines of PM Vishwakarma Scheme
The Scheme covers artisans and crafts people engaged in 18 trades, viz.(i) Carpenter (Suthar/Badhai); (ii) Boat Maker; (iii) Armourer; (iv) Blacksmith (Lohar); (v) Hammer and Tool Kit Maker; (vi) Locksmith; (vii) Goldsmith (Sonar); (viii) Potter (Kumhaar); (ix) Sculptor (Moortikar, stone carver), Stone breaker; (x) Cobbler (Charmkar)/ Shoesmith/Footwear artisan; (xi) Mason (Rajmistri); (xii) Basket/Mat/Broom Maker/Coir Weaver; (xiii) Doll & Toy Maker (Traditional); (xiv) Barber (Naai); (xv) Garland maker (Malakaar); (xvi) Washerman (Dhobi); (xvii) Tailor (Darzi); and (xviii) Fishing Net Maker.
PM Vishwakarma Scheme guidelines for lending institutions
RBI has directed eligible lending institutions to comply with the Scheme guidelines issued by the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, for appropriate action.
Govt of Delhi bans dealings in Tobacco
The Department of Food Safety of the Govt of NCT of Delhi has issued a notification banning any dealings in Tobacco products till 21st August, 2024. The notification imposes a ban on manufacture, storage, distribution, and sale tobacco products, including gutka, paan masala, flavoured or scented tobacco, kharra and similar products.
Puducherry government notifies schemes for child care and financial assistance for women
An individual eligible for receiving the benefits under the schemes for women and children shall hereby be required to furnish proof of possession of the Aadhaar number or undergo Aadhaar authentication.
Kerala Government has inaugrated the virtual classroom project for differently-abled children
Kerala Government has inaugurated the virtual classroom project for differently-abled children under the leadership of Samagra Shiksha Kerala. The home-based education program for differently-abled students is very beneficial for the mental development of the children.
UGC Guidelines for Credit Based Course on Pedagogical Aspects for Teaching Divyangjans and Persons with Specific Learning Disabilities
UGC has issued Guidelines for Credit Based Course on Pedagogical Aspects for Teaching Divyangjans and Persons with Specific Learning Disabilities in furtherance of Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Act, 2016 and New Educational Policy.
