The Ministry of Labour and Employment has released notifications dated 14th June 2024, which announce the revised rates of damages applicable to employer defaults under the Employees’ Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952. These amendments, effective from 14th June 2024, specify that damages for defaults in payment of contributions, charges, or transfer of accumulations occurring on or before 13th June 2024 will be governed by the previous provisions. Additionally, the Information Systems Division has been tasked with updating the MIS and application software to incorporate these changes. The new rate for damages, as outlined in the amended Employees’ Pension Scheme, 1995, is set at one percent of the arrears per month or part thereof. All officers authorized to recover damages are required to take necessary action as per the revised rules. This notification was published on 28/08/2024.
India Launches Nationwide Campaign for 100% NCD Screening of Adults
23 February 2025
The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has launched an “Intensified Special NCD Screening Campaign” to combat the growing burden of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs). The
