Ensuring Transparency: Karnataka Motor Transport Workers Social Security Rules, 2024
The draft of the Karnataka Motor Transport and Other Allied Workers Social Security and Welfare Rules, 2024, was published in a notification dated March 16, 2024, in the Karnataka Gazette dated March 19, 2024.
New Breathalyzer Rules Proposed to Improve Accuracy and Public Trust
The draft defines Evidential Breath Analysers (EBAs) as instruments measuring breath alcohol concentration within specified error limits. They mandate various tests to ensure instrument accuracy. Yearly verification ensures sustained accuracy. The draft rules are available for public comment until July 26, 2024.
Chandigarh Labour Reform: Balancing Growth and Protection
In a landmark move, the Chandigarh Administration has issued a notification under the Punjab Shops and Commercial Establishments Act, 1958, bringing significant reforms to the operational framework of local businesses.
Strengthening Industrial Safety in Maharashtra: New Audit Guidelines
In recent updates to the Maharashtra Factories (Safety Audit) Rules, 2014, the state government has introduced amendments aimed at enhancing workplace safety across industries. These changes, effective June 19, 2024, emphasize stringent audits and certifications to bolster compliance with safety standards.
Ensuring Fair Stipends for Apprentices: A Step towards Skill Development
In the realm of apprenticeships, ensuring fair stipends is pivotal to fostering skill development and industrial growth. The recent directive from the Directorate General, Skill Development and Industrial Training Department, Haryana, underscores this commitment.
Empowering Consumers: A New Era in Delhi’s Energy Sector
In a landmark move towards promoting renewable energy adoption and enhancing consumer choice, the Delhi Electricity Regulatory Commission (DERC) has introduced the Peer-to-Peer Energy Transaction Guidelines, 2024.
Indian Organ Donation Day To Be Celebrated On August 3, 2024
The Government of India is launching a major campaign, “Angdaan Jan Jagrukta Abhiyaan” (Mass Awareness Campaign on Organ Donation), to promote organ donation and bridge the gap between those needing transplants and available donors. All Central Government Ministries, hospitals, and medical colleges (both public and private) are urged to organize activities during the July campaign month and on August 3rd, 2024.
India Mandates Polio Vaccination for Travelers Entering The Country
Travelers must obtain a valid OPV (Oral Polio Vaccine) or IPV (Inactivated Polio Vaccine) certificate issued by a designated health officer in their home country. The advisory is effective for travel since May 1, 2024. However, due to limited OPV availability in some listed countries, it is revised to now accept IPV vaccination.
CAQM Enhances Plantation Drive to Combat Air Pollution
Recognizing the effectiveness of vegetation in mitigating dust, a major contributor to poor air quality, CAQM has set ambitious plantation targets. After exceeding the 2022-23 target of 3.85 crore new plantations, the Commission is aiming even higher for 2024-25, with a target of 4.5 crore new trees across NCR states and Delhi.
Safeguarding Female Employees: Government Exemption under Rajasthan Law
Rajasthan government issued a significant notification granting exemption to shops and commercial institutions under the Rajasthan Shops and Commercial Institutions Act, 1958.
