Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (Authorizing Entities to Lay, Build, Operate or Expand Petroleum and Petroleum Products Pipelines) Amendment Regulations, 2024
The amendment has removed the requirement for the Board shall review the tariff of petroleum products once every ten years and fix for a block of five years thereafter on prospective basis.
The Essence of Public Holidays: Gujarat’s Embrace of Democratic Participation
The General Administration Department of Sachivalaya, Gandhinagar, Gujarat, demonstrated its dedication to facilitating the democratic process by issuing a notification on April 5, 2024. This notification declares May 7, 2024, as a public holiday in Gujarat in light of the General Election to Lok Sabha and bye-elections in five Assembly Constituencies.
Ensuring Voter Participation: Puducherry Declares Holiday for General Elections
In a move to encourage voter turnout and ensure that all eligible citizens exercise their democratic right, the Government of Puducherry has announced a holiday for all workers on the day of the upcoming general elections to the Lok Sabha of India, scheduled for April 19, 2024. This decision, outlined in Circular issued by the Department of Labor, underscores the importance of civic engagement and underscores the government’s commitment to facilitating the electoral process.
Financial Literacy ldeathon
The ldeathon was launched on 26th February 2024 with the topic ‘Money matters for young adults; Rethinking Outreach Strategies’ and submission are extended till 15th April, 2024. The Higher Educational Institutions are requested to widely publicize about the Financial Literacy ldeathon and encourage the students pursuing Post Graduate studies to participate in the ldeathon actively.
Enhancing Government Service Delivery Through Aadhaar Authentication in Lakshadweep
In Lakshadweep, the Department of Social Welfare & Tribal Affairs has implemented a pivotal measure to improve the efficiency and transparency of service delivery by requiring Aadhaar authentication for recipients of various state schemes. The official notification issued by the Hon’ble Administrator underscores the pivotal role of Aadhaar in simplifying procedures, guaranteeing direct entitlements for beneficiaries, and enhancing the effectiveness of benefit distribution. Aligned with the Aadhaar (Targeted Delivery of Financial and Other Subsidies, Benefits, and Services) Act, 2016, the Department’s objective is to enhance resource allocation efficiency and facilitate the seamless provision of entitled benefits to eligible individuals.
UGC publicizes Tele MANAS
The Higher Educational Institutions are requested to widely publicize about the Tele- MANAS helpline which is available for the benefit of those in need of mental health and wellness services, free of cost and available 24×7.
Consultation Paper on ‘Auction of Spectrum in 37-37.5 GHz, 37.5-40 GHz and 42.5-43.5 GHz bands Identified for IMT’
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FSSAI Cracks Down on Pesticide Use in Delhi Markets
FSSAI has launched an extensive awareness program targeting major markets. The campaign prioritizes educating market associations and traders about the dangers of pesticide residue, primarily in fruits and vegetables. It also emphasizes the importance of testing these products.
CPCB Grants Recognition To Labs for Environmental Testing
The CPCB has published a table listing the newly recognized laboratories and their designated Government Analysts. These analysts are authorized to analyze air, water, and other environmental samples for specific groups of parameters.
DCGI Cancels Stakeholder Meeting Scheduled on April 16th
The Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) has announced the cancellation of the upcoming Drug Controller General of India (DCGI) stakeholder meeting scheduled for April 16th, 2024. CDSCO has encouraged stakeholders to contact the Nodal Officer of the PRO Cell to schedule individual meetings on alternative dates.
