Enhancing Karnataka’s Energy Distribution: Smart Module Integration for Digital Meters
The Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission (KERC) has introduced guidelines to upgrade existing digital/static energy meters with smart modules, optimizing their functionality and extending their usefulness.
Recent Amendments to the Employees’ Pension Scheme, 2024
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.
Delhi GST Second Amendment Act: Important Dates for Compliance
The Finance (Expenditure-I) Department of Delhi has issued a notification regarding the enforcement of provisions under the Delhi Goods and Services Tax (Second Amendment) Act, 2024 (01 of 2024). As per the directive issued on August 28, 2024, by the Lieutenant Governor of the National Capital Territory of Delhi.
Amendments in Delhi GST Notification: Inclusion of Indian Railways
On August 28, 2024, the Finance (Expenditure-I) Department of Delhi issued an important notification bringing crucial amendments to the original state tax provisions, dated June 30, 2017. Exercising powers under the Delhi Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017, the Lieutenant Governor of Delhi, following the Council’s advice, has introduced these changes.
Primary Hyperoxaluria Included Under National Policy for Rare Diseases 2021
Primary Hyperoxaluria has been categorized under Group 1 of the NPRD, 2021, which comprises disorders that are amenable to one-time curative treatment. As per the provisions of the NPRD, 2021, patients diagnosed with Primary Hyperoxaluria and requiring transplants will now be eligible for financial aid.
Revised Dearness Allowance for Security Guards in Maharashtra
Effective from July 1, 2024, the Labor Commissioner, Mumbai, has mandated an updated dearness allowance (DA) for security guards across Maharashtra, including Kolhapur and Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar districts.
Legal and Administrative Changes in Goa: August 2024
This document contains various official notifications and orders issued by different departments of the Government of Goa, published in the Official Gazette, Series I No. 21, dated 22nd August 2024.
ESIC Issues Circular on Enhanced Scrutiny for SST Cases
The Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) has issued a circular emphasizing the need for strict verification and scrutiny of documents in Super Specialty Treatment (SST) cases. In response to recent instances of fraud involving high-cost treatments, the ESIC is implementing enhanced measures to ensure only genuine cases receive SST benefits.
A Comprehensive Guide to NCPCR’s Support Person Guidelines
The “Model Guidelines with Respect to Support Persons Under POCSO Act” developed by the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) serve as a framework to ensure comprehensive support for child victims of sexual offenses during legal proceedings.
Understanding and Combating Bullying: A Collective Responsibility
Bullying is a serious issue that involves repeated aggressive behavior—whether verbal, physical, or social—intended to cause physical, emotional, or psychological harm. It often exploits a power imbalance between the bully and the victim, making it difficult for the victim to defend themselves.
