PCI Urges States to Standardize Qualifications for Pharmacy Council Registrars
The Council has specifically suggested the inclusion of Pharm.D (Doctor of Pharmacy) as a recognized qualification for the post. The PCI has also recommended that State Governments frame Recruitment Rules for the appointments of Registrars in their respective State Pharmacy Councils.
Dental Council of India Warns Against Impersonation Scam
The DCI has become aware that certain individuals are making phone calls and falsely claiming to be connected to the President of the Council. The DCI explicitly states that these individuals have no affiliation with the President or any other office bearers of the Dental Council of India.
Indian Nursing Council to Celebrate International Nurses Day with Online Webinar
The Indian Nursing Council (INC) has announced it will celebrate International Nurses Day on May 13, 2025, with an online webinar. The event is scheduled to take place from 11 am to 12 pm and will be accessible to all interested individuals through a YouTube live link.
PCI Announces Inspection and Affiliation Fees for New Pharmacy Institutions
The Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) has issued guidelines outlining the inspection and affiliation fees applicable to new pharmacy institutions seeking approval for Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm.) and Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm.) courses. The PCI clarifies that this Inspection Fee is in addition to the annual “Affiliation Fee,” which stands at ₹15,000 per course. Therefore, new institutions will be required to remit both fees.
Cabinet approves National Scheme for ITI Upgradation
Union Cabinet has approved the National Scheme for Industrial Training Institute (ITI) Upgradation and the Setting up of five (5) National Centres of Excellence for Skilling as a Centrally Sponsored Scheme.
Call for Proposals under the Science and Technology Programme of the Ministry of Mines
This initiative aims to foster innovation and research in the mining, mineral processing, metallurgy, and recycling sectors.
Fit India Sundays on Cycle: A National Movement
UGC) issued a significant circular urging all higher education institutions across India to actively participate in the “Fit India Sundays on Cycle” initiative.
Pharmacy Council of India Mandates Biometric Attendance for Approved Institutions
The Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) has issued a circular dated May 1, 2025, directing all PCI-approved pharmacy institutions to implement the Aadhaar Enabled Biometric Attendance System (AEBAS). Institutions are required to initiate the onboarding process through the PCI portal using the provided user manual.
Dr. Sunita Sharma Takes Charge as President of the Dental Council of India
The DCI’s circular officially informs the general public and relevant stakeholders that Dr. Sunita Sharma, in her capacity as the DGHS under the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, has taken over the charge of President of the Dental Council of India from April 28th, 2025. She will continue to serve in this role until the National Dental Commission is established or any further orders are issued for the said position, whichever occurs earlier.
Indian Nursing Council to Celebrate International Day of Midwives
The Indian Nursing Council (INC) will be celebrating International Day of Midwives on May 5, 2025 from 11am to 12pm. The theme for the celebration is ‘Midwives: Critical in Every Crisis’.
