SC asks Centre to mull formation of menstrual leave policy

Supreme Court Urges Consideration of Menstrual Leave Policy

In a significant move, the Supreme Court of India has called upon the central government to contemplate the establishment of a menstrual leave policy. This directive, announced on July 8, 2024, was in response to a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed by an advocate. Jul 9, 2024
Amarnath

Amarnath Yatra Pilgrims to Enjoy Improved Telecom Connectivity Along Yatra Routes

The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) announced a significant upgrade in the telecom infrastructure on July 8, 2024, aimed at ensuring seamless mobile connectivity for pilgrims participating in the Amarnath Yatra. This initiative is a collaborative effort with major telecom service providers (TSPs) including Airtel, BSNL, and Reliance Jio. The upgrade is designed to provide continuous coverage along the Yatra routes. Jul 8, 2024
Govt makes ISI mark mandatory for steel & aluminium utensils to ensure safety in kitchens

ISI Mark Now Mandatory for Kitchen Utensils in India

In a significant move to enhance kitchen safety and quality, the Central government of India has made it mandatory for stainless steel and aluminium utensils to conform to the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). The announcement was made on Friday by the Commerce and Industry Ministry, marking a significant step towards ensuring consumer safety and product quality. Jul 5, 2024
PM Modi raises Bengal flogging incident, slams Oppn's 'selective politics' on women atrocities

Cross-border terrorism requires decisive response: PM Modi's strong message to SCO

Reminding the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) of one of its "original goals", Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday stated that cross-border terrorism requires a "decisive response" from the grouping which must "naturally" give priority to combating terrorism and respecting territorial integrity in the region. Jul 4, 2024