All Agency Banks to remain open for public on March 31, 2024 (Sunday)
RBI has advised all Agency Banks to keep all their branches dealing with government business open on March 31, 2024 (Sunday).
Kerala Government Drives Entrepreneurial Surge
A capital investment of 27.35 crore rupees and the creation of 1213 job opportunities were made possible as part of Entrepreneurship Year 2.0. Trikovilvattam Panchayat led the way with 171 new ventures, while Mayanad (153), Nedumbana (140), Kotankara (125), and Ilampallur (109) also initiated new ventures, collectively achieving a growth rate of 104.18 percent.
Unlocking Funding Opportunities: Goa Government Hosts SME-IPO Workshop
The Directorate of Industries, Trade, and Commerce, in collaboration with the National Stock Exchange, is joining hands with the Goa Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the Goa Small Industries Association to organize an enlightening and interactive workshop titled ‘SME-IPO-Promising Avenue of Fundraising for SMEs’ on March 14, 2024.
Maharashtra Municipal Corporations (Amendment) Act, 2024
The Maharashtra Municipal Corporations (Amendment) Act, 2024, seeks to further amend the Maharashtra Municipal Corporations Act, by substituting a proviso related to the number of Councillors to be elected in each ward and the entitlement of voters to cast their votes.
The Draft Code on Occupation Safety Health & Working Conditions Mizoram Rules, 2023
The Government of Mizoram, through the Draft of the Labour Code on Occupational Safety, Health & Working Condition (Mizoram) Rules, 2023, emphasizes the importance of protecting workers’ rights and safety. Employers are required to promptly report on operations and ensure the welfare of employees, including dependents eligible for medical benefits.
Maharashtra Labour Welfare Fund (Amendment) Act, 2024
The Maharashtra Government issued a notification regarding the Maharashtra Labour Welfare Fund (Amendment) Act, 2024, which further amends the Maharashtra Labour Welfare Fund Act of 1953, specifying the rates of contribution payable by both employees and employers every six months, with provisions for potential increases in the employee’s contribution rate as approved by the State Government
FSSAI Issues Direction on Compliance with Processing Aids in Food Products
Recognizing that notification of all such processing aids may take time, FSSAI, in its 41st meeting, decided to establish an active list of processing aids for use by food businesses on a provisional basis until the necessary amendments are gazette notified. While food businesses may use processing aids listed in the Annexure on technological grounds, FSSAI has directed the Commissioners of Food Safety of all States/Union Territories and all Central Licensing Authorities not to take any punitive action against food business operators for using the processing aids listed in the Annexure that are yet to be notified for enforcement.
FSSAI Releases Updated List of Recognized Laboratories for Food Sample Analysis
The list includes details of various laboratories recognized by FSSAI, which have been accredited by NABL for conducting food sample analysis. The validity of NABL accreditation for each laboratory is also mentioned to ensure transparency and reliability in the testing process.
FSSAI Clarifies Categorization of Watermelon Seeds Under Food Safety Standards
FSSAI clarified that currently, there is no specific standard for watermelon seeds or any other edible dried fruits/vegetable seeds under the FSSR. However, as an interim measure FSSAI has decided to add product names in the Food Safety Compliance System (FoSCoS).
NCAHP Reiterates It’s Exclusive Jurisdiction over Healthcare Standards
The National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions (NCAHP) is currently in the process of constituting various special committees tasked with drafting the Minimum Standards of “Registration Norms,” “Practice Norms,” “Institution Standards and Guidelines,” “Professional Status,” “Clinical Establishment Norms,” and “Professional Ethics”. All decisions regarding these standards and regulations will be made exclusively by the NCAHP.
