NHRC Takes Suo Motu Cognizance of Young Chartered Accountant’s Death
The Union Ministry of Labour and Employment is conducting an investigation into the matter. The NHRC has issued a notice to the Ministry, seeking a detailed report on the investigation and steps taken to prevent such incidents. The Commission has emphasized the need for businesses to prioritize human rights, create safe work environments, and ensure fair treatment of employees.
Education and Health Ministries Join Forces to Combat Youth Tobacco Use
The joint advisory emphasizes the strict implementation of the Tobacco-Free Educational Institution (ToFEI) manual within schools, colleges, and universities. The advisory emphasizes the need for collaboration between stakeholders, aiming to protect future generations from the dangers of tobacco addiction. This includes raising awareness of its harmful effects and promoting tobacco control measures within educational institutions.
Nationwide Launch of Tobacco Cessation Centers in Medical Colleges
The virtual inauguration ceremony will be held on September 24, 2024, from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM. The ceremony will be presided over by the Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare. All medical institutions must make arrangements for the establishment of Tobacco Cessation Centers (TCCs) in accordance with the Operational Guidelines, display the inauguration plaque outside the TCC and facilitate the virtual inauguration.
New Regulations for Consumer Grievances Redressal in Goa and UTs
The Joint Electricity Regulatory Commission (JERC) has announced the Consumer Grievances Redressal Forum and Ombudsman Regulations, 2024, which supersedes the 2019 regulations. Under these new guidelines, every distribution licensee must establish a grievance redressal forum within six months of receiving their license.
Enhancing Karnataka’s Energy Distribution: Smart Module Integration for Digital Meters
The Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission (KERC) has introduced guidelines to upgrade existing digital/static energy meters with smart modules, optimizing their functionality and extending their usefulness.
Recent Amendments to the Employees’ Pension Scheme, 2024
The Ministry of Labour and Employment has released notifications dated 14th June 2024, which announce the revised rates of damages applicable to employer defaults under the Employees’ Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952.
Delhi GST Second Amendment Act: Important Dates for Compliance
The Finance (Expenditure-I) Department of Delhi has issued a notification regarding the enforcement of provisions under the Delhi Goods and Services Tax (Second Amendment) Act, 2024 (01 of 2024). As per the directive issued on August 28, 2024, by the Lieutenant Governor of the National Capital Territory of Delhi.
Amendments in Delhi GST Notification: Inclusion of Indian Railways
On August 28, 2024, the Finance (Expenditure-I) Department of Delhi issued an important notification bringing crucial amendments to the original state tax provisions, dated June 30, 2017. Exercising powers under the Delhi Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017, the Lieutenant Governor of Delhi, following the Council’s advice, has introduced these changes.
Primary Hyperoxaluria Included Under National Policy for Rare Diseases 2021
Primary Hyperoxaluria has been categorized under Group 1 of the NPRD, 2021, which comprises disorders that are amenable to one-time curative treatment. As per the provisions of the NPRD, 2021, patients diagnosed with Primary Hyperoxaluria and requiring transplants will now be eligible for financial aid.
Revised Dearness Allowance for Security Guards in Maharashtra
Effective from July 1, 2024, the Labor Commissioner, Mumbai, has mandated an updated dearness allowance (DA) for security guards across Maharashtra, including Kolhapur and Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar districts.
