Amid escalating heat wave conditions, Municipal Commissioner’s Circular No. 12 of 2024-2025 introduces measures to safeguard outdoor workers of the WBUES. Effective immediately until May 31, 2024, employees shall refrain from outdoor duties between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. However, they will continue their tasks outside these hours, in the early morning and evening, adhering to departmental requirements. This directive prioritizes employee welfare while ensuring operational continuity. By implementing these precautionary measures, the municipality aims to mitigate heat-related risks and ensure the well-being of its workforce. This notification was published on April 29, 2024.
IFSCA First Report on Transition Finance by Expert Committee on Climate Finance
3 July 2024
It emphasizes the role of transition finance in driving investments towards hard-to- abate sectors such as steel, cement, shipping, fertilisers etc. which are crucial for
