Draft Non-Basmati Aromatic Rice Grading and Marking Rules, 2023
These proposed rules are poised to contribute to the assurance of the quality, safety, and labeling standards of Non-Basmati aromatic rice intended for human consumption. It is expected that they will have a positive impact on consumer confidence and the overall rice industry in India, fostering improved quality and trade practices in the sector.
Central Government makes Key Amendments to Air Quality Management Commission
The amendments reflect the Central Government’s commitment to strengthening the Commission for Air Quality Management in the NCR and adjoining areas, which plays a crucial role in coordinating efforts to combat air pollution and improve air quality in a region that has often faced severe air quality challenges.
Corrections issued to Central Electricity Regulatory Commission’s Amendment Regulations, 2023
These corrections are intended to address any ambiguities and discrepancies in the Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (Sharing of Inter-State Transmission Charges and Losses) (First Amendment) Regulations, 2023.
Draft Environment (Protection) Amendment Rules, 2023
The draft rules introduce detailed standards for the caustic soda industry. These include effluent standards, standards for water consumption and waste water generation, for fugitive emission and for process emission.
BIS withdraws several Standards in Cinema and Photography
The Bureau of India Standards (BIS) has issued a notification withdrawing several standards in cinema and photography. The notification elucidates that the BIS has withdrawn 42 standards.
Enforcement dates for certain provisions of the Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Act, 2023
The Central Government, through its respective ministries, has notified the date on which certain provisions of the Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Act, 2023 will come into force. The notification states that these provisions will be effective from 1st April, 2024.
BIS revises Standards for Crop Protection Equipment
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has revised standards for Crop Protection Equipment. The BIS has established IS 1971 : 2023 Crop Protection Equipment — Hand- Operated Stirrup-Type Sprayer — Specification (Sixth Revision) on 13th October, 2023.
Delhi Government issues Holiday List for 2024 for Government Offices
The Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi has issued a notification declaring the list of holidays for all government offices in 2024. The government has also listed restricted holidays in 2024. It states that an employee is entitled to avail himself/herself any of two holidays of the restricted holidays as additional holidays.
