Telecommunications (Critical Telecommunication Infrastructure) Rules, 2024
Immediate upgradation of hardware/ software is permitted if it involves a security incident.
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RBI re-defines ‘Startup’ vide Foreign Exchange Management (Foreign Currency Accounts by a Person Resident in India) (Fourth Amendment) Regulations, 2024
The 2024 Regulations have amended the meaning of startup in the explanations to Regulation 5 and Schedule I para 1 (vii) of the 2015 Regulations.
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Govt. notifies Telecom Cyber Security Rules to enhance safety of telecommunication infrastructure
Telecommunication entitiy will have to inform CG within 6 hours of becoming aware of a security incident.
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CCI imposes a penalty of Rs. 213.14 crore on Meta for abusing its dominant position vide order dated 18-11-2024
The penalty by CCI was imposed in relation to WhatsApp’s 2021 Privacy Policy, which collected an expanded scope of data along with mandatory data.
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GRAP Stage IV Actions to tackle ‘Severe+’ Air Quality Crisis as Delhi-NCR gasps for clean air
After the AQI of Delhi clocked at 457 on 17-11-2024, the Sub-Committee decided to implement all actions under Stage IV of the GRAP from 18-11-2024.
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MoEF notifies rules to establish a clear and fair approach for conducting inquiries into air pollution
The proceedings under these rules should be completed within 6 months.
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SEBI simplifies registration process for FPIs
Applicants will have to fill in the fields which are unique to them to avoid duplication of information.
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MoEF streamlines the process of addressing water pollution violations
The Rules establishes a systematic approach for conducting inquiries into water pollution violations.
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SC redefines ‘summer vacation’ as partial working days; reduces total number of holidays to 95 days from 103 days
Supreme Court (Second Amendment) Rules, 2024 has been notified to amend the Supreme Court Rules 2013.
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Govt introduces new maritime rules to ensure global maritime safety
These rules enable to obtain a certificate for Global Maritime Distress and Safety System.
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Govt. introduces rules to create and maintain central database of inland vessels
These rules streamline vessel registration and emphasize on confidentiality and data protection.
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Govt mandates ASOC for operating as an amateur station operator
ASOC will be granted on successful completion of Amateur Station Operator Examination.
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TRAI notifies new Property Rating System to improve digital connectivity across India
These regulations are applicable to property managers, DCRAs and service providers.
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MoEF notifies rules to monitor and regulate the use of biological resources
Under these Rules prior approval of authority will be needed before grant of IPR.
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Application for disability certificate can now be made in any hospital
UDID cards will have colour coding on the basis of severity of disability.
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IFSCA lays down maximum exposure limits for Investment Assets in which IIO can invest
The Amendment Regulations insert Unit Linked Insurance Products and Admissible pattern of investment” has been inserted.
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New process of authorization and operations of Payment System introduced vide IFSCA (Payment and Settlement Systems) Regulations, 2024
On commencement of these regulations the Payment and Settlement Systems Regulations, 2008 will not apply in the International Financial Service Centre.
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Govt. notifies Offshore Areas Operating Right Rules, 2024
These rules aim to ensure transparency and efficiency to manage offshore mineral resources.
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BCI prohibits usage of ‘Indian’, ‘National’ and other terms of ‘national significance’ in legal events/moots without necessary approval
‘The false impression created by usage of terms such as ‘National’, ‘Indian’, etc. can distort participants’ understanding of the event’s stature and authority, leading them to believe that they are attending a government-sanctioned event.’
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BCI directs Firms, Senior Advocates, Advocates to pay minimum stipend to Junior Advocates
Junior Advocates in urban areas will be paid a minimum stipend of Rs.20000 p.m.
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