Knolls Archive of Day 8th of November 2024
Recruitment rules for govt jobs can’t be changed midway: SC
News: A five-judge constitution bench of the Supreme Court has held that the rules of recruitment for public services cannot be changed once the process has begun unless the rules provide so and there is compelling public interest. The laws governing recruitment to public services must conform to principles enshrined in Article 14 and 16… Continue reading Recruitment rules for govt jobs can’t be changed midway: SC
Are CSR contributions to agriculture properly tracked?
News: The National Corporate Social Responsibility Portal data, from 2014 to 2023, shows that Rs 1.84 lakh crore of CSR funds were disbursed. As the CSR contributions are increasing, there is a need to focus on how they can help the agricultural sector. 1. Corporate Social Responsibility refers to the ethical practice by the corporates… Continue reading Are CSR contributions to agriculture properly tracked?
Air quality commission doubles fine on farmers for stubble burning
News: The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has doubled the penalties applicable to farmers caught indulging in stubble burning. This comes after the Supreme Court criticised CAQM for inadequately addressing stubble burning. 1. Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM): It is a statutory body set up in 2021 through the Commission for Air Quality… Continue reading Air quality commission doubles fine on farmers for stubble burning
India should be part of RECP, CPTPP, says Niti Aayog CEO
News: Niti Aayog CEO BVR Subrahmanyam has remarked that India should be a part of Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) and Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). 1. Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP): It is a free trade agreement that includes 15 Asia-Pacific countries (10 ASEAN Countries + 5 Dialogue Partners). 2. The… Continue reading India should be part of RECP, CPTPP, says Niti Aayog CEO
