Kandhamal Haldi likely to get GI tag
Odisha’s Kandhamal Haldi (turmeric), famous for its healing properties, is a few steps away from receiving GI tag as the Geographical Indications Journal has advertised its application seeking objections.
Disabilities Act: States going slow on roll-out, says study
A study conducted by the Disability Rights India Foundation (DRIF) on the implementation of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPWD) Act, across 24 States, has revealed that more than half have not notified the State rules, despite a significant lapse of time.
Migrant workers still out of reach of HIV screening
A large number of migrant labourers vulnerable to HIV infection in Ganjam, the most AIDS prone district in Odisha are still out of reach of regular screening and test for possibility of presence of the deadly virus in their body.
India to host G20 Summit in 2022
India will host the G20 summit in 2022, to coincide with the 75th anniversary of its Independence.
#MeToo: GoM may review law
The Group of Ministers (GoM) constituted to examine sexual harassment at the workplace may consider amending the law against sexual harassment at workplaces.
Maharashtra Assembly approves 16% quota for Marathas
The Maharashtra Assembly unanimously passed a Bill proposing 16% reservation for Marathas in government jobs and education.
Mekedatu project
The Central government has given its preliminary nod to the controversial Mekedatu project’s pre-feasibiliy report.
SC on anti-graft law provision
The Supreme Court sought the Centre’s response on a plea challenging the constitutional validity of a provision of the anti-graft law.
PIL urges Minimum Wages Act for domestic workers
A petition has been filed in the Supreme Court seeking its intervention to bring dignity to “India’s invisible workforce in the informal sector” ”” the domestic workers.
NGT to inspect Panipat refinery
Following a plea alleging air pollution by the Indian Oil Corporation Limited’s Panipat refinery, the National Green Tribunal (NGT) has constituted a committee to carry out inspections.