Karnataka Introduces New Regulations for Peer-to-Peer Solar Energy Transactions
The Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission (KERC) has unveiled new regulations aimed at advancing peer-to-peer (P2P) solar energy transactions.
New Interest Rate for Tamil Nadu GPF Effective July-September 2024
The Tamil Nadu Finance (Allowances) Department has announced an update on the interest rates for the General Provident Fund (GPF) for the financial year 2024-2025. According to recent government orders, the interest rate for GPF accumulations will be set at 7.1% for the period from July 1, 2024, to September 30, 2024.
Kerala’s Karmachari Scheme: Balancing Work and Studies for Students
The Government of Kerala has introduced the Karmachari Scheme to integrate work with studies for students. This initiative covers various sectors, including star hotels, supermarkets, malls, food outlets, textiles, and resorts.
Why Are Coaching Centres Playing With Fire?
The Supreme Court (SC) of India has taken suo motu cognizance of fire safety norms in buildings and coaching institutes. The Court has expressed sharp criticism of coaching centers as “death chambers” highlighting the gravity of the issue.
Sugar And Spice But Everything’s Not So Nice
The Supreme Court (SC) of India has taken notice of a Public Interest Litigation emphasizing the need for clear and interpretive labels that indicate the levels of sugars, salt, and saturated fats in food products. The PIL underscores the critical public health issue posed by the increasing prevalence of NCDs, such as diabetes and heart disease, which are significantly linked to unhealthy food consumption.
Ensuring Student Safety: New Guidelines for Schools in Delhi
In light of recent tragic events in Delhi, including drownings and electrocution incidents involving civil service aspirants, the Directorate of Education (DoE), GNCTD, has issued crucial safety guidelines for all schools.
Invitation for Feedback on MPERC’s Proposed Ancillary Services Regulations
The Madhya Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (MPERC) invites public feedback on the proposed “Madhya Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (Ancillary Services) Regulations, 2024
Overhaul of Boiler Regulation: Introducing the Boilers Bill, 2024
The Boilers Bill, 2024, was introduced in the Rajya Sabha on August 8, 2024, by Union Minister Shri Piyush Goyal, marking a significant update to the century-old Boilers Act, 1923.
Urgent Compliance Required for ESIC Pensioners’ Medical Scheme
We have been receiving numerous complaints from pensioners and their representative forums regarding non-compliance with the Employees State Insurance Corporation Pensioners’ Medical Scheme 2006.
Bulk Aadhaar Seeding for ESIC Beneficiaries Now Available
The Employees State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) has introduced a new bulk Aadhaar seeding feature via the employer portal, effective August 2, 2024.
