Important days- January- Policy Insights
January is a significant month that highlights various observances, each with a unique purpose and importance.
Category Policy Update
Resilience in Action: NITI Aayog’s Vision for Pandemic Preparedness and Global Collaboration
The recently released report, "Future Pandemic Preparedness and Emergency Response: A Framework for Action", by the Expert Group constituted by NITI Aayog, offers a comprehensive roadmap for managing future public health crises.
Analysis Of India’s National Mission on Libraries, 2012
Ministry of Culture celebrated the library’s 250th anniversary by hosting the Festival of Libraries in New Delhi, a new chapter in modernising India's public libraries.
Enhancing Workforce Rights: A Policy Update on the Shops and Establishment Act (SEA) 1948
The Shops and Establishment Act (SEA) is a crucial piece of labour legislation designed to regulate the working conditions of employees in various commercial, retail, and service sectors across India.
Modified Interest Subvention Scheme (MISS)- 2016: How it provides Short Term Credit to Farmers
The Modified Interest Subvention Scheme (MISS) focuses on providing short-term agricultural loans via Kisan Credit Card (KCC) in order to enhance the working capital requirements of farmers.
Planning for Tomorrow: Ensuring Financial Stability Through the NPS Vatsalya Scheme- 2024
India has a long tradition of implementing social welfare programs to cater to the varied needs of its population. The NPS (National Pension Scheme) Vatsalya, recently announced in the Union Budget 2024-25, is a notable initiative aimed at helping guardians and parents secure their child’s financial future.
The Carriage of Goods by Sea Bill, 2024
The Carriage of Goods by Sea Bill, 2024 was introduced in Lok Sabha on August 9, 2024. The Bill seeks to replace the Indian Carriage of Goods by Sea Act, of 1925.