DPIIT inks MoU with a private digital platform to Boost Inclusive Entrepreneurship
The initiative will also leverage flagship startup events and developer-focused platforms to drive engagement within India’s startup and technology ecosystem.
NMC Urges Top Medical Colleges to Highlight Collateral-Free Education Loans for Students
The National Medical Commission (NMC) has issued a public notice advising 50 premier medical institutions across India to prominently feature details of the Model Education Loan Scheme (MELS) and the PM Vidyalaxmi scheme in their prospectuses and admission brochures. This directive aims to ensure that meritorious students are fully aware of the simplified and accessible financial assistance options available for their higher education. This public notice was issued on June 15, 2025 and published on June 16, 2025.
SEZ Reforms to Boost Semiconductor and Electronics Component Manufacturing
Since manufacturing in these sectors is highly capital intensive, import dependent and involve longer gestation periods before turning profitable, rule amendments have been carried out to promote pioneering investments and boost manufacturing in these high technology sectors.
NITI Aayog Advances R&D Reforms in Second Consultative Meeting on Ease of Doing R&D
This ongoing initiative by NITI Aayog aims to enable a forward-looking, innovation-driven, and resilient research ecosystem in the country, with a particular focus on strengthening the capacities of government-funded R&D institutions and laboratories.
DPIIT and Hafele India Sign MoU to Boost Manufacturing Innovation
Under this strategic collaboration, Hafele will drive initiatives that support product innovation, local sourcing, and entrepreneurship through targeted investments, mentorship, and integration into global value chains.
Coaching centres to strictly adhere to Consumer Protection Act
Guidelines prohibit coaching centres from making false or misleading claims/advertisements to promote their services and from engaging in deceptive or unfair practices.
Maharashtra Introduces Bill to Curb Violent, Sexual Ads
Maharashtra’s new bill targets ads promoting violence or sexual offenses, aiming to create a safer, more responsible advertising environment across the state.
National Consumer Helpline: Ministry launches phase 2
The Department of Consumer Affairs is now focusing on further enhancing NCH’s reach in other North-Eastern states, including Assam, Meghalaya, Manipur, Nagaland, Tripura, Mizoram, and Sikkim.
Delhi Employers Must Grant Paid Holiday for 2025 Elections
The Election Commission mandates a paid holiday for all employees in Delhi on February 5, 2025, ensuring workers can vote in the Legislative Assembly elections.
New foreign policy: No more track & trace for medicine export
The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) has decided to streamline export regulations by aligning with the evolving regulatory framework of the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare (MoH&FW). Accordingly, the provisions related to the Track and Trace System for pharmaceutical exports under the Foreign Trade Policy (FTP) are being withdrawn.
