“Elevating Spa and Massage Standards: Latest Regulatory Updates in Tamil Nadu”
Exciting news for spa and massage parlors in Tamil Nadu! Recent changes in regulations are set to boost quality and professionalism across the industry. Here’s a breakdown of the key updates: Previously, there were specific requirements for obtaining a license, but now things are clearer.
Government of Maharashtra’s Role in Bilateral Relations
The recently appointed Consul General of Australia in Mumbai paid a visit to the State Governor at Raj Bhavan Mumbai on Thursday (21 Mar). Characterizing India as a reliable ally of Australia, Murphy mentioned that besides boosting business and trade collaboration, he aims to foster cooperation between Maharashtra and Australia in higher education, skill development, audio-visual co-production, art, and culture. Indicating the interest of Brisbane and Perth in initiating direct flights to and from Mumbai, he conveyed Australia’s enthusiasm for fostering reciprocal tourism in the years ahead.
IIT Hyderabad Cluster secures major funding for innovative CISCoM center establishment
The IIT Hyderabad Cluster has secured a 60 crore grant from the Department of Science and Technology (DST) as part of the Sophisticated Analytical and Technical Help Institutes (SATHI) scheme. It’s noteworthy that only three clusters have been chosen under this SATHI scheme call. The proposed IIT Hyderabad center, known as the Center for In-Situ and Correlative Microscopy (SATHI-CISCoM), will serve as the cornerstone for advanced characterization.
“Enriching Educational Opportunities: Kerala Government’s Summer Science Camp”
We are announcing an exciting summer science workshop at the Kerala State Science and Technology Museum for school students! This workshop is open to students who have completed their studies in the 3rd, 4th, and 5th standard in the academic year 2023–24 (Junior Batch), as well as those who have completed their studies in the 6th, 7th, and 8th standard in the academic year 2023–24 (Senior Batch).
Spotlight on Creativity: 100 Women Entrepreneurs, 60 Stalls, and Countless Opportunities
The Udayam 2024 Women Entrepreneurship Fair and Agricultural Exhibition Marketing, organized by the Indian Institute of Aromatic Crops Research (IISR) with the support of the Kerala Government, showcased a diverse array of products and sights, including microgreens, coriander, nutmeg, small grains, and moringa leaf, along with value-added products.
Ensuring Safety for Women Workers: Haryana Government’s Night Shift Regulations Simplified
In a bid to prioritize the safety of female workers, the Governor of Haryana has introduced new regulations under the Factories Act, 1948, pertaining to night shift employment. These regulations, effective from 7:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., are designed to provide a secure environment for women while they work.
Goa Government’s Amendment to Scheme for Children of Freedom Fighters
The Department of Home (General) Secretariat has notified us that the government has modified the program for offering employment opportunities in the government sector to the offspring of freedom fighters.
The Chandigarh Minimum Wages Notification effective from 1st October 2023 to 31st March 2024
The average Cost of Living Index number calculated for these six months up to September 2023 is 2116. Compared to the previous quarter ending in March 2023, where the Cost of Living Index stood at 2040 points, there has been an increase of 76 points in the average index.
“Government Notification: Realignment of Jurisdiction under Factories Act in Andhra Pradesh”
The Government of Andhra Pradesh has officially declared the adjustment of jurisdiction in accordance with the new districts under the Factories Act, 1948, in Andhra Pradesh. Under this notification, inspectors are not empowered to make any changes to previous orders without explicit directives from the Director of Factories. However, if an inspector deems it necessary or beneficial to take such action, they may do so only with the explicit approval of the director.
The Government of Tamil Nadu issued Minimum wages notification
Here is a statement providing information on the dearness allowance payable as of 01/04/2024, determined by the average price index of Chennai city for the calendar year 2023, applicable to different scheduled employments under the Minimum Wages Act 1948.
