BIS Revises Standards for Agricultural and Other Equipment and Hygiene Products
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has introduced certain standards for agricultural and other equipment and hygiene products. These notifications were published on March 8, 2024. These standards have been established on February 2024. The previous versions of these standards shall stand withdrawn on the dates specified.
Maharashtra Labour Welfare Fund (Amendment) Bill, 2024
The Maharashtra Labour Welfare Fund (Amendment) Bill, 2024 is a comprehensive legislative proposal aimed at amending the Maharashtra Labour Welfare Fund Act to facilitate an increase in contributions to the Welfare Fund. The amendments are intended to address the growing needs of laborers and their dependents, as well as to support the expansion of welfare activities and the management of administrative expenses by the Maharashtra Labour Welfare Board.
BIS Announces Concessions In Annual Minimum Marking Fees
The amendments focus on providing concessions to micro, small, start-up, and women entrepreneur enterprises. These amendments are expected to provide significant relief to enterprises, particularly smaller and women-led businesses, by reducing their financial burden related to conformity assessment.
Institute of Teaching and Research in Ayurveda, Doctor of Philosophy Regulations, 2024
Under these regulations, all matters concerning the Ph.D. program at the Institute will be overseen by Research Committees, with general supervision from the Governing body. Applicants for the doctoral program will be classified into various categories based on their funding source or employment status. Admissions to the Ph.D. program will be conducted annually, with entrance tests typically held in October-November. The Institute will publish an academic calendar specifying all important dates related to the admission process, including advertisement, application submission, and entrance test results.
Government Includes New Substances in Schedule of Insecticides Act, 1968
The Central Government, after consultation with the Central Insecticides Board, has introduced 11 new substances into list of insecticides under the Insecticides Act, 1968. Their inclusion aims to regulate and monitor their usage for pest control purposes while ensuring the safety and well-being of the environment and public health.
Understanding the Consumer Price Index Series for Industrial Workers in Rajasthan
The Department of Labour in Rajasthan issued a circular regarding the Consumer Price Index Series for industrial workers, highlighting changes in base years, geographic centers, and the corresponding impact on pricing trends in Jaipur, Alwar, and Bhilwara centers.
Government Fixes Maximum Sale Price for Bt. Cotton Seed Packets for FY 2024-25
According to the notification, the maximum sale price of Bt. cotton seed packets for the entire country will be INR 635 for BG-I and INR 864 for BG-II. These prices are applicable to 475-gram RIB seed packets containing a minimum of 5 percent and a maximum of 10 percent non-Bt. cotton seed.
