Daily Current Affairs

Chief Labour Commissioner (Central) meets Railway Board to enhance Labour Code implementation and consultation

The Chief Labour Commissioner (Central), under the Ministry of Labour & Employment, met with the Railway Board to discuss strengthening the implementation of Labour Codes. The meeting focused on improving stakeholder consultation mechanisms within the railway sector. This initiative aims to ensure better compliance with labour laws and foster improved industrial relations.

CSIR and DAKSHIN-RIS Collaborate to Boost Science, Technology, and Innovation in the Global South

CSIR and DAKSHIN-RIS have partnered to enhance capacity building, research collaboration, and technology partnerships. This initiative aims to advance science, technology, and innovation specifically for the Global South, fostering development and shared progress in these regions.

Union Health Ministry Proposes Schedule M Amendments for Microbial Monitoring Alignment with WHO Guidelines

The Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has proposed amendments to Schedule M of the Drugs Rules. These changes aim to align Grade A microbial monitoring requirements with WHO guidelines. This initiative is crucial for enhancing pharmaceutical quality control and ensuring drug safety standards in India.

Bihar and MoRTH Partner for Scientific River Desilting and Highway Construction

Bihar and the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) signed an MoU for scientific desilting of rivers, utilising the excavated silt for national highway projects. This initiative, named "Nadi Sanjivani, Nadi Punarjeevan, Sadak Navnirman," addresses Bihar's flood issues by improving river capacity and provides free construction material for NHAI projects, potentially reducing costs and delays.